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Sohovich's IoT & technology experience will be an asset to CGI's connectivity strategy for integrated products The Chamberlain Group, Inc. (CGI), maker of LiftMaster® and Chamberlain® access control brands, announced recently that JoAnna Sohovich has been appointed CEO. “We are very excited about the strategic expertise JoAnna will provide our company,” said Craig Duchossois, CEO of CGI parent company The Duchossois Group. “Her background and val...

NC Rep. Price met with the Boon Edam management team to learn more about the company's access control solutions Boon Edam Inc., a global leader in security entrances and architectural revolving doors, was honoured to receive a specially scheduled visit on Monday, February 1st by U.S. Congressman David E. Price, who represents the 4th District in North Carolina. The Congressman began his visit by meeting with the management team at Boon Edam to learn more about the company and...

ASSA ABLOY UK has launched the ultimate certified door closer that provides minimum opening forces, whilst retaining required closing forces, for fire and smoke protection doors. The DC700G-FM is the first door closer for door widths up to 1400mm that combines a free-swing function with Cam-Motion® technology, allowing users to operate fire doors with the same low forces as non-fire doors. This replicates the absence of a door closer, but offers reliable closing in the event of a fire. Dav...

The report forecasts strong growth for security doors and booths until 2019 A recent IHS report on the pedestrian security entrance market for the period of 2012 to 2014 established Boon Edam as the market leader by a considerably wide margin in the Americas. The winning category covers “Pedestrian Entrance Control Equipment” and includes all types of security doors, turnstiles, and gates. Strong gains in share The report displays an increase of essentially 7% fo...

DHF member companies will be attending the safety diploma training scheme courses which are to be held throughout 2016 The Door & Hardware Federation (DHF) has accelerated its drive to raise industry standards by announcing a significant expansion to its Safety Assured training programme. Personnel from all DHF member companies which manufacture, install and maintain industrial doors and garage doors will be attending the DHF safety diploma training scheme courses which a...

Orion ECI's turnstile solutions havemade a strong impression on thesecurity market Orion Entrance Control, Inc., a leading manufacturer of innovative and customised access control turnstile solutions, has added three team members — Corey Carroll, Justin Gill, and Joe Scott — to support continued company growth. Exponential growth in the security market Orion ECI President and Founder Steve Caroselli said Orion’s exponential growth in the security market...

Among the products on display will be HD300 barrier available with either a fully electric or hydraulic control unit Delta Scientific, the leading manufacturer of counter-terrorist vehicle control systems used in the United States and internationally, recently announced that government officials and security professionals in the Washington, DC and Dallas areas can see demonstrations of Delta's wide line of anti-terrorism vehicle barriers, bollards, crash-rated gates and other...

This acquisition aligns with CGI's global strategy to invest in strong, innovative products to enhance its portfolio Chamberlain Group, Inc. (CGI), announced recently the acquisition of two Antech Guardian affiliates, based in Tucson, Arizona. The affiliates, Guardian Traffic Systems (GTS) and Guardian Gate Hinges (GGH), are both part of Antech's Perimeter Access Solutions offerings. Diversifying product offerings The GTS line will support CGI's LiftMaster brand by diversify...

According to John Baker, Country Manager, the approval will help Automatic Systems carry out contracts more quickly and easily Automatic Systems, a world leader in the automation of secure entrance control, announces that it is now Constructionline approved. Constructionline is the UK's leading procurement and supply chain management service that collects, assesses and monitors standard company information through a question set that is aligned to PAS 91, the standardised pre...

In the American market, Automatic Systems increased its market share by over 4%, taking the top spot Automatic Systems, a world leader in the automation of secure entrance control, is North American speed gate market leader. This, according to the most recent IHS technology report 2015. In the American market, Automatic Systems increased its market share by over 4%, taking the top spot. In addition, with a 4% increase, taking a 22.5% market share, Automatic Systems is the lea...

The IP companies will showcase latest product portfolios and insight on the latest technologies and market trends Alongside the world class speakers and industry leading exhibitors, All-over-IP Expo 2015 introduces Canon Europe, Samsung SDS and CAME Group debuting at the show this year in Moscow. Canon Europe At All-over-IP Expo 2015, Canon Europe, world-leader in imaging solutions, will show its latest network cameras and their difference through demonstrations as part of...

Over 1,000 of the MP5000 mobile deployable vehicle crash barriers are being utilised throughout the world Delta Scientific, the leading manufacturer of counter-terrorist vehicle control systems used in the United States and internationally, recently announced that 18 Delta Scientific 12- and 16-foot (3.7 - 4.9 meter) MP5000 mobile deployable vehicle crash barriers helped police and security personnel protect Pope Francis from vehicle bomb attack and errant drivers as he travel...

Procter Automatic Gates will also promote its free Specification Checking Service for architects and specifiers planning to use powered gates Procter Automatic Gates, a UK leader in the design, manufacture and installation of automatic swing, sliding, telescopic and bi-folding gates, is supporting Gate Safety Week (12-18 October 2015). This annual initiative by the Powered Gate Group of the DHF (Door and Hardware Federation) raises public awareness of the dangers of using poor...

Orion will also demo the newest addition to its line of turnstiles “OBFG-E” Orion ECI, manufacturer of high-end entrance control turnstile solutions, will unveil its newest turnstile and feature exciting partnerships with MorphoWave biometric access control, Blueline facial recognition software, and IBC’s barcode readers at ASIS International’s 61st Annual Seminar and Exhibits this September in California. Optical Bi-Parting Full Glass-Extended turnsti...

For nearly 20 years, 75 waist high Boon Edam turnstiles have been operating at GTNT Boon Edam, the leader in security entrances and architectural revolving doors in the Americas, recently announced that for nearly 20 years, 75 waist high turnstiles have been operating successfully at the Gran Terminal de Transporte de Panamá (Grand National Transport Terminal or GTNT). During this extended period, the turnstiles have operated at the highest level of performance, thanks...

The association gates are safe, force tested and are going to be quarterly serviced and managed for breakdowns and repairs Green Gate Access Systems have been appointed by Estuary Housing Association to manage the safety and maintenance of their automated gates. The not-for-profit organisation provides affordable housing and services to residents across the South East of England and currently owns and manages more than 4000 properties. At the forefront of gate safety, Estuary...

LifeSafety Power’s iSCAN is now part of Orion ECI’s entire product line LifeSafety Power, Inc. and Orion Entrance Control, Inc. (ECI) have partnered to bring integrated power solutions to the company’s leading line of innovative and customised entrance control lanes. Orion ECI, manufacturer of high-end optical barriers, speed gates and mechanical turnstiles is making LifeSafety Power’s intelligent networked power solutions an integral part of its entra...

Autodesk Seek is integrated into Autodesk AutoCAD and Autodesk Revit design platforms In the competitive security market, the strategy for getting ahead is getting designed into new projects. To do that, it is essential to have BIM (Building Information Modeling) models and CAD drawings ready to go. Orion Entrance Control, Inc., a leading manufacturer of innovative and customised entrance control lanes such as turnstiles, has taken this strategy further by helping architects,...

The latest innovations ParkPlus 244 parking barrier and SlimLane EP speed gate will be showcased at the event Automatic Systems, a world leader in the automation of secure entrance control, will be exhibiting at the upcoming IFSEC 2015 show to be held at Excel London on June 16-18, 2015. Attracting more than 24,000 visitors, IFSEC is the leading international event dedicated to security and the safety industry. At IFSEC 2015, Automatic Systems will be showcasing its latest p...

Following an extensive accreditation process, security rating approval to Loss Prevention Certification Board standard LPS 1775: Issue 7 – SR3 and SR4 has just been secured by Sunray Engineering for its ‘ExcluDoor’ single, leaf and a half and double security door set, when installed in conjunction with the Pickersgill-Kaye surface mount HS100 Series, single and multipoint lock security system. “We are delighted to become the first steel door manufacturer to achieve a ful...

Delta works with power utilities to provide vehicle attack defence from terrorists Delta Scientific, the leading manufacturer of counter-terrorist vehicle control systems used in the United States and internationally, recently announced that Delta vehicle access control systems are being implemented at dams, nuclear power plants and other power generation sites, distribution centers and sub-stations because they meet the stringent standards recently set under the National Infr...

For entrances within residential complexes, Hofstra uses Boon Edam’s transparent, Turnlock 200EL Boon Edam Inc. recently announced that Hofstra University, in New York, continues to roll out installation of turnstile entrances to eventually cover all of their residence halls for increased safety and security. Located 25 miles east of New York City in Hempstead, Long Island, Hofstra University campus boasts 115 buildings on 240 acres, 1180 faculty members and over 7000 f...

Integration was achieved with user interface via the Bosch system & upgraded with XProtect ACM in 2014 Milestone Systems open platform IP video management software (VMS) is integrated with Bosch Access Control – and has been certified with full documentation of testing results and best practice for optimal configurations. This means that Bosch and Milestone customers can count on a reliable, interoperable solution, and installing partners can take advantage of th...

PERCo has designed the new model of electromechanical swing gate, an economical access control solution for pedestrian flow management. WHD-05 swing gate presents a solution for indoor applications that require free access in one direction and banned access in the other. The product elegant design fits in the interiors of shopping malls and exhibition centres, airports and other passenger terminals. The swing gate can be supplied with two types of swing panel length: 650 mm 900 mm WHD-0...

The acquisition allows Allegion to enter sliding and folding door hardware market with an already strong brand reputation Allegion, plc, a leading global security products and solutions provider, has recently acquired the assets of Brio, a division of RMD Industries Pty Ltd. Brio is a market-leading designer and manufacturer of sliding and folding door hardware for commercial and residential spaces in Australia, New Zealand, the United Kingdom and the United States. Expansion...

Visitors were especially interested in ST-series speed gates with swing and sliding panels In the course of MIPS exhibition that was held in Moscow on April 13-16, PERCo showcased a large number of new products. Most of them are already available for purchase, while other new products are going to be launched in the nearest future: speed gates and motorised gate with tempered glass panel turnstiles for outdoor use with automatic "anti-panic" function locks with power supp...

Suprema’s biometric devices are integrated into the AXIS A1001 Network Door Controller Suprema, a leading global provider of biometrics and security technology, is pleased to announce that Suprema biometric devices can now be paired with Axis Communications and its AXIS A1001 Network Door Controller through ENTERTECH SYSTEMS’ BioConnect 3.0 identity management platform. This new integration helps enterprises around the world successfully deploy access control s...

Suprema, a global leader in biometrics and security, announced the launch of BioStation 2. A revolutionary new fingerprint terminal that re-defines the boundaries of biometric technology with unmatched performance in speed and accuracy. BioStation 2: web-based open security platform BioStation 2 leverages powerful hardware and sophisticated algorithms to improve accuracy and provide matching speeds of up to 20,000 fingerprints per second. The terminal also features a new optical sensor that en...

Nedap offers the latest gate entry solutions in the residential security industry Nedap is the leading expert for long-range Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) systems for Automatic Vehicle Identification (AVI). With a wide product portfolio Nedap offers the latest gate entry solutions in the residential security industry. uPASS Reach offers vehicle identification up to a distance of 5 meters [16 ft.]. This reader, based in UHF (Ultra High Frequency), is the right solut...

UNION, part of Security Solutions, a division of ASSA ABLOY UK, is improving ease of installation for retrofit projects with its Retro3 door closers. The Retro3 door closers use the same dimensions and footprint as the widely used Briton 2003 range. This makes UNION’s Retro3 ideal for use on private and public sector retrofit projects where maintaining fire integrity, cost and ease of replacement can be an issue. Reduces need for considerable planning Offering easy installation, the doo...