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Comelit has provided bespoke black-finish video door entry panels to The Metalworks, a former Victorian factory site that has been transformed into an exclusive gated residential development with a private courtyard and garden. Set in the heart of vibrant and fashionable Old Town in Clapham, The Metalworks, established by boutique property development company The Malins Group, now presents twenty four loft style design apartments – which are all now sold - and two commercial properties....

Kwikset brand of Spectrum Brands, Inc. – Hardware & Home Improvement Division, a premier provider of residential security, announces the availability of Obsidian, a visually striking, low-profile touchscreen electronic deadbolt featuring “game changing” design. Obsidian deadbolts exemplify Kwikset’s commitment to combining modern design with a high level of security. Named after a dark, glasslike volcanic rock, Obsidian merges a sleek and modern exterior; a minimal,...

Senstar is pleased to announce the FiberPatrol FP1150, the newest addition to its fiber optic perimeter intrusion detection line. The dual-channel FP1150 accurately detects and locates intrusion attempts for up to 10 km (6.2 mi) or 5 km (3.1 mi) per side in a platform that is more compact, more highly integrated, and more rugged than previous generations. Perimeter intrusion detection The FP1150 enhances the market-leading capabilities of the Senstar’s FiberPatrol line by extending the o...

Morse Watchmans, the industry provider of key control and asset management systems, is showcasing their KeyWatcher Touch key management system at IFSEC International 2018 in London. The company will also be displaying their asset management solution, AssetWatcher, which uses RFID along with their proven KeyWatcher technology in a locker system to secure and store valuable assets. “We’re excited to bring AssetWatcher and KeyWatcher Touch to Europe’s premier physical security ev...

With a focus on transparency, efficiency, and responsibly sourced product ingredients, ASSA ABLOY is an advocate for sustainability. At AIA 2018, several ASSA ABLOY solutions and products that help architects and designers build better buildings and better cities will be on display at booth #1207. ASSA ABLOY door solutions at AIA 2018 ASSA ABLOY door opening solutions on display at the show include the ever-expanding eco products suite, featuring electrified locks, power supplies, magnetic loc...

Camden Door Controls, a premier provider of door activation and locking devices, is pleased to announce the availability of its new restroom control solution. The new CM-2520/48 ‘Push to Open’ and ‘Push to Lock’ combo push plate switch are designed for use in OBC code compliant barrier-free restroom control systems. CM-2520/48 push plate switches are available as a wall switch, assembled in an Aura illuminated enclosure (with sign) and as part of a complete restroom cont...

ASSA ABLOY has acquired HKC, a manufacturer of professional fit, wired and wireless alarms and cloud based monitoring solutions for both the residential and commercial markets, based in Ireland. ASSA ABLOY is an international group with around 47,000 employees and has global sales close to £6.4 billion. In the UK, ASSA ABLOY is best known for the Yale and UNION brands and has its Head Office and main manufacturing centre in Willenhall. Given the strong commercial synergies between HKC and...

ESX has announced the winners of its 2018 Innovation Awards program, which recognises outstanding products and services that drive the electronic security and life safety industry forward. Judges selected winners from a pool of applications from manufacturers and service providers, serving the industry with innovative end-user offerings and tools that help dealers, integrators and monitoring professionals become more efficient and profitable. The winners selected are recognised as next-gen pro...

ASSA ABLOY, the global provider of door opening solutions, has unveiled the latest integrated security and access control technologies that it will be showcasing for education environments at IFSEC 2018. Held at ExCeL London on the 19 – 21 June, visitors to stand F320 in Hall S7 at IFSEC 2018 will discover the latest innovations to help ‘access smarter thinking’ for the education sector. Aperio access control technology Key innovations from the organisation’s leading...

ASSA ABLOY, the global provider of door opening solutions, has unveiled the latest integrated security and asset management technologies it will be showcasing for the emergency services and defence sector at IFSEC 2018. Held at ExCeL London on the 19 – 21 June, visitors to stand F320 in Hall S7 at IFSEC 2018 will discover the latest innovations to help ‘access smarter thinking’ for those operating in the emergency services and defence sector, as well as many other key markets....

The physical environment of a healthcare facility is the foundation of all that occurs in it. Implementing effective safety and security solutions creates an environment that enhances the building for those working and staying in such facilities. With the ever-changing landscape that is the healthcare provision, it’s important to opt for solutions that provide the cornerstones for success and progression, rather than act as sources of limitation. Healthcare facilities present a considerab...

UNION, part of ASSA ABLOY Security Solutions, a UK division of ASSA ABLOY, global supplier of door opening solutions, will be showcasing its latest door hardware and security solutions at Lockex 2018.  Lockex 2018 Taking place at the Ricoh Arena in Coventry on 8 – 10 June, locksmiths will be able to visit UNION on stand F11 to discuss the brand’s leading product portfolio for both timber and metal fire doors. Visitors will also be able to inspect UNION’s range of mortice...

Leaders in the electronic security and life safety industry will roll up their sleeves and contribute some creativity to an interactive art project on the ESX expo floor June 20-21 in Nashville, TN. #PassionateSecurity in Schools initiative As part of ESX’s ‘#PassionateSecurity in Schools’ initiative, which also includes a heartfelt presentation during the show’s Closing Keynote Luncheon on June 22, attendees will be painting a 3-part mural that ESX will then donate to...

Held on 19 - 21 June 2018 at ExCeL London, IFSEC International is Europe's leading security event and the only global stage committed to the future of integrated security. Located in the Borders and Infrastructure area of the exhibition on stand H328, Abloy will be demonstrating the capabilities of its CLIQ technology. CLIQ is a web-based system that integrates a mechanical master key system with electronics that require no external power source, providing precise and cost-effective control ov...

Taking place from 19 – 21 June at ExCeL London, visitors to stand F320 in Hall S7 will discover the latest innovations to help ‘access smarter thinking’. Solutions from leading brands, including ASSA ABLOY Access Control, Abloy and Traka, will cover access control, identification technology, entrance automation and integrated security solutions. As Europe’s largest security exhibition celebrates its 20th anniversary this year, IFSEC International is ideally suited to ASS...

What sorts of things are the best and brightest at Germany’s universities currently working on? What exciting tech innovations from Germany and beyond can we expect to hit the market in the near future? This summer, the new CEBIT (11–15 June) will preview a range of innovations that are technologically within reach and will soon be a reality, focusing on megatrends like humanoid robotics, artificial intelligence and augmented reality. At nearly three percent of GDP, Germany leads Eu...

The organisers of the Three Counties Defence & Security Expo 2018 (3CDSE) have announced 40 leading expert speakers from the fields of military, law enforcement and the defence and security industry WHO will be presenting at the region’s largest Expo for the defence industry. The event will be held at the Three Counties Showground, Malvern on 31st May 2018.  Three Counties Defence & Security Expo 2018 The 3CDSE Speaker Programme hosts a wealth of diverse, knowledgeable and e...

Integrated security manufacturer TDSi is proud to announce its team and products will be featuring with ASSA ABLOY (Stand F320), Milestone Systems (Stand C340) and Anixter (Stand E400) at IFSEC 2018. The event takes place at ExCel London from 19th-21st June 2018. TDSi’s Managing Director, John Davies commented “This year TDSi will be working closely with our partners ASSA ABLOY, Milestone Systems and Anixter to showcase the latest in integrated security systems on each of their stan...

Kwikset brand of Spectrum Brands, Inc. – Hardware & Home Improvement Division, global provider of residential security solutions, announced the availability of its Kwikset Convert locksets, its new Z-Wave Smart Lock Conversion Kit. Z-Wave Smart Lock Conversion Kit Kwikset Convert will turn mechanical locks, even non-Kwikset locks, into smart, electronic locks. The Conversion Kit replaces the interior half of an existing lock without changing the exterior. Consequently, Kwikset Conve...

SALTO Systems, a manufacturer of electronic access control solutions, has appointed Rose Jones to the new position of associate product manager. Jones is responsible for managing key areas related to the success and marketability of SALTO’s products and services including product introduction and launch, customer feedback, feature development and integration requests. She reports to SALTO Technical Director North & Latin America Luis Saldaña. “Rose has a tremendous amount...

Camden Door Controls, a provider of door activation and locking devices, has announced the appointment of Chris Lyons to the position of U.S. Regional Manager. Chris is responsible for servicing Camden's customers from the East coast over to the Central American states. Chris brings to Camden extensive sales experience in general, and locking device sales experience, in particular. “Camden Door Controls is very proud to welcome Chris to our sales team," notes David Price, Marketing Manage...

Security expert Abloy UK has supplied the Design Museum in Kensington, London, with over 56 PROTEC2 CLIQ electromechanical cylinders to secure doors within the building and form part of a security system that protects high value assets and exhibits. The Design Museum is an innovative new exhibition centre showcasing a number of design features. The building is 10,000 square metres with over 100 staff working at any given time in the building’s three galleries, restaurant, café and...

Camden Door Controls, a premier provider of door activation and locking devices, has announced it has received UL 294 (Access Control System Units Standard) listing for its complete new line of industry-leading electric strikes. These span Camden's Grade 1 ANSI, Grade 2 ANSI, Grade 1 ANSI Fire, Grade 1 ANSI and Mortise Fire, and Grade 1 RIM strikes. This new UL 294 listing is in addition to the UL 1034 Burglary and UL 10C Fire listings Camden has already obtained.

ASSA ABLOY, the global provider of door opening solutions, announced the integration of their Aperio wireless lock technology with the Hirsch Velocity 3.6 integrated solution from Identiv, a global provider of physical security and secure identification. The Aperio integration offers Identiv customers an easy, affordable way to connect additional openings to their existing Hirsch Velocity security management system. Aperio is a global wireless platform available across a broad range of loc...

ASSA ABLOY, the global provider of door opening solutions, announced the integration of their Aperio™ wireless lock technology with EdgeConnector: the physical access control software from Dot Origin that radically strengthens and simplifies access management. The Aperio integration offers Dot Origin customers an easy, affordable way to connect additional openings to their new and existing EdgeConnector installations. Aperio is a global wireless platform available across a broad range of...

ASSA ABLOY, the global provider of door opening solutions, announced the integration of its IP-enabled PoE (Power over Ethernet) and WiFi access control locks with Viscount Systems’ open platform, web-based security management solution: Freedom Access Control. The IP integration offers end-users more options for expanding their physical security system easily and affordably using IP-enabled locks from ASSA ABLOY Group brands CORBIN RUSSWIN and SARGENT. The IP-enabled range include locks t...

Camden Door Controls, a premier provider of door activation and locking devices, is pleased to introduce their newest Installation Guide – Camden’s Guide for Electric Strikes. This technical resource provides dealers and integrators with the essential information they need to know to select the correct type and model of electric strike for their application. Providing better support to customers Camden's Installers Guide to Electric Strikes provides an in-depth but easily understoo...

Kwikset brand of Spectrum Brands, Inc. – Hardware & Home Improvement Division, announces the availability of its SmartCode 888 Touchpad Electronic Deadbolt, the company’s newest introduction in the ‘entry-level’ smart lock category.  Featuring a sleek, all-metal design and traditional styling, the SmartCode 888 Touchpad Electronic Deadbolt is designed to integrate with a variety of smart home systems. Featuring an easy-to-use, five-button keypad for keyless entr...

Yale Commercial announced at ISC West 2018 the expansion of its nexTouch digital keypad door lock line with a new sectional mortise lock platform. The nexTouch Sectional Mortise Keypad Lock an ANSI/BHMA Grade 1 certified mortise lock that offers robust security for a wide range of commercial and multi-family applications, either as a standalone lock or integrated into a scalable access control system via plug-in modules. Comprised of a durable mortise lock body, the nexTouch Sectional Mort...

Johnson Controls has announced that the iotega security and lifestyle management hub has been honoured with the Best New Product Award in the Intrusion Detection and Prevention Solutions Wireless category. The award was presented at the 2018 SIA New Product Showcase, at ISC West 2018 in Las Vegas. Sponsored by the Security Industry Association, the annual awards programme is one of the most prestigious recognitions in the security industry. This year 122 products were entered into the awards pr...