Intruder Alarms News

Keyware access control systems to be part of RISCO Group's integrated security and building management solutionsRISCO Group, a leading provider of Integrated Security Solutions, has acquired Keyware SA from its previous owner, Keyware Technologies NV.  The company, based in Brussels, Belgium, is a leading European manufacturer of access control systems.  The acquisition is another step RISCO Group is taking to increase its range of solutions and competitiveness in the security and...

Norbain SD, one of Europe's leading distributors of CCTV, Access Control and Intruder Detection equipment, has been voted Distributor of the Year for the second year running by readers of Professional Security Installer."I was delighted to accept this award on behalf of everyone at Norbain", says Dermot Grace, Commercial Director of Upperpoint Distribution, parent company of Norbain.  "It recognizes our continued and total dedication to customer service within the CCTV di...

Welsh Assembly opts for performance based and design led fire detection and voice alarm solution from Vision SystemsVision Systems is pleased to announce a successful collaboration with leading security and fire protection services provider Chubb who has specified an advanced integrated fire solution for the Welsh Assembly's new Headquarters in Cardiff.The £50 million Assembly Building, designed by Lord Richard Rogers expresses the status of the Assembly and symbolises Welsh democracy...

Highlighting the value of an enhanced product offering boasting a Millbank voice response systemVision Systems is pleased to announce another successful collaboration with leading security and fire protection services provider Chubb who specified integrated systems solution for both The National Waterfront Museum in Swansea and The Welsh Assembly Building in Cardiff.Underlining the success of Vision Systems recent acquisition of Voice Alarm specialist Millbank, the system designed by Chubb's Sco...

REDWAVE, the new external detector from Optex Europe that combines several technologies in a single unit to provide the optimum installation performance, is having a profound impact in reducing the number of false alarms for Tuffnells Parcels Express – the nationwide business-to-business delivery operation.Through its installer, Richards CCTV, Tuffnells has deployed REDWAVE technology to protect the perimeter at two of its largest distribution centres in Haydock and Northampton that have b...

Alarm Service Group Ltd, the leading independent installer in the South West, has opted for SeQuad Sequential Confirmation Detectors from Optex Europe for a major Schools PFI project currently underway in Swindon, where the need for maximum reliability and minimum false alarms is paramount.Sequential confirmation is one of the most popular ACPO-approved options for delivering confirmed alarm activations, requiring activations from two separate detectors within a defined period of time to indicat...

Award confirms DSC as a leading educator of false alarm prevention strategies  DSC, a leading provider of intrusion security products worldwide, was recently recognized by SDM Magazine for its false alarm prevention program.  The Securing America award was presented to DSC at this year's International Security Conference Expo West (ISC West) in Las Vegas, NV. "Clearly, false alarms and subsequent dispatches are a major industry concern," said Bruce Nagy, DSC Manager,...

Naturally we tend to equate CCTV with security, and this is what makes the headlines, but the reality is that it has become much more than this.  Where fire is concerned, for example, no longer is it simply a question of CCTV capturing images of intruders who may commit arson.  Now, with the advent of smart video content analysis, CCTV can be readily applied to overcome previously problematic fire detection scenarios in commercial and public sector buildings.  The beauty of this&n...

Bosch, The Independent newspaper and The Royal Academy of Engineering have joined forces to launch The Independent Bosch Horizons Technology Award, a writing competition for young people with an interest in engineering and technology. As a global brand and a leader in innovation, Bosch is supporting Britain's future engineers by offering them an excellent opportunity to share their interest in engineering and technology with thousands of readers.  They are being asked to put pen to pape...

The solution is simple when you know howIt's the puzzle that everyone in our industry would like to solve: how will we secure our property in the future with so many products from numerous suppliers, and complex standards to meet?ASSA ABLOY will be unveiling a major development within our organisation that interlocks all our power brands to give specifiers and industry professional's one product source - and a complete security solution.As an important voice in the security industry, we would al...

MAXIMUM Security (1984) Ltd. will launch their new outdoor/indoor intrusion detector OUTLOOK at the IFSEC 2006 security show in Birmingham coming May 8, 2006.As usual this is a most innovative and high quality product of Maximum Security with a 3-Dimensional Microwave detection, a combined PIR & Microwave technology, Waterproof, Anti-Masking, Pet Immune with Adjustable Pet Creep Zone and Anti-Vandalism (Shock & Vibration Sensor).This intrusion detector can be applied for industrial, comm...

Counters repetitive movements, small animals and ‘over-ranging' issues Continuing its drive to reduce and possibly eradicate false alarms even in the most demanding environments, Optex Europe - leaders in detection technology - has launched REDWAVE, a new external detector that combines several technologies in a single unit to provide the optimum installation performance.The product has been designed specifically to counter the three major headaches for installers-remote monitoring cen...

Preventative measures in and around the Berlin Olympic StadiumWorld Cup 2006 means an increased operations level lasting several weeks for the security agencies in Germany.  Over 3 million football fans are expected at the 64 matches between 9 June and 9 July. Players, fans and journalists should feel secure while hooligans, terrorists and thieves are to be kept away.  This is why the twelve German World Cup stadiums have been equipped, at the cost of millions, with CCTV tech...

Annual gathering of security industry offers commerce, content and communityThis year's ISC West 2006 at the Sands Expo & Convention Center, Las Vegas has once again exceeded the expectations of the security industry.  With many new programming and product offerings, a world-class educational program, and the numerous networking opportunities both on and off-the show floor, ISC West continues to surpass others as the premier, annual gathering of security product manufactu...

LEGIC Identsystems Ltd, the leading manufacturer of contactless smart card technology for personal identification applications, and Intercard AG, the market leader in the personalisation of plastic cards in Switzerland, agree on a licence partnership and strengthen their joint position. Since 1988, Intercard AG has been a successful supplier of products and services in the plastic card personalisation field.  The company develops special solutions for plastic card chip coding.  Its eff...

The PowerFence™ system from Gallagher Security Management Systems has exceeded Quick-CPS Delivery's expectations.  There has not been one single attempted break in since its installation. "This is an investment that my company simply cannot afford to do without." Quick-CPS Delivery When retail giants such as The Gap Clothing Company, Blockbuster Video, Warner Brothers Studio Stores and Kmart Clothing Company want their goods delivered as efficiently, economically and as safely as...

James Bond movie producers' new system includes intruder, CCTV and access controlHoneywell today announced that it's providing an integrated security solution as part of a new installation at the head office of Eon Productions - home of the iconic James Bond movies.  The busy London office will be secured with a WIN-PAK PROTM proximity access control system, the Fusion Digital Video Recorder (DVR) and Galaxy intruder alarm that restrict access at the main doors as well as on ea...

Integrators can now enjoy seamless IP integration of intruder and video management systems Rokonet, a leading provider of TCP/IP enabled intruder alarm systems and DVTel Inc., multiple award-winning market leader in the development and delivery of intelligent security solutions over IP networks, have announced successful integration of ROKONET's ProSYS Integrated Security System with DVTel's intelligent Security Operations Center (iSOC). ProSYS is installed in thousands of commercial, institut...

G4Tec is pleased to announce that Mark Robinson has been promoted to National Sales Manager for Group 4 Technology Electronic Security Systems group.  Mark will be responsible for all sales initiatives in the UK including the sales staff.  He reports to Jim Clarkson, Divisional Director, Electronic Security Systems. G4Tec’s engineering department is developing many new and exciting products for 2006. These new developments will provide an opportunity to strengthen our position in...

SourceSecurity.com, the leading pan European portal and promotional medium serving the security industry has joined industry heavyweights Dedicated Micros, HID, iPix, DSC, and Johnson Controls to become a corporate sponsor of ISC West, the largest security show in North America, at Las Vegas 5 - 7 April 2006. Launched in 2000, SourceSecurity.com has become the fastest growing medium in the security industry, boasting more than 25,000 users from across the UK, continental Europe and the Midd...

 SourceSecurity.com, the leading pan European portal and promotional medium serving the security industry has joined industry heavyweights Dedicated Micros, HID, iPix, DSC, and Johnson Controls to become a corporate sponsor of ISC West, the largest security show in North America, at Las Vegas 5 - 7 April 2006. Launched in 2000, SourceSecurity.com has become the fastest growing medium in the security industry, boasting more than 25,000 users from across the UK, continental Europe and th...

Gallagher PowerFence™ systems provide a complete deter and detect solution 24 hours a day, seven days a week.The fence secures a remote section of the perimeter that is not so easily seen from the guard towers.Perimeter Solutions for CorrectionsCorrectional Institutes are challenged to protect the public, protect their staff, and ensure a safe, secure and humane environment for offenders.  Gallagher PowerFence™ systems provide the perimeter solution to meet these requirements wi...

ADI, a leading low voltage and security distributor, today announced its parent, Honeywell would acquire Gardiner Groupe Europe from Electra Partners Europe, a private equity firm, to strengthen ADI’s scope in security distribution throughout Europe.  The company anticipates completing the transaction in the first half of 2006, subject to regulatory review.Gardiner Groupe Europe, with their headquarters based in Paris, France is a leading distributor of CCTV systems, fire alarm,...

When 4.2 million customers rely on you to fulfil more than 1 billion shipments every year, you had better ensure that your security is the best.  The solution for DHL Solutions Örebro warehouse in Sweden was a unique system that fully integrates intruder alarms, access control and fire warning systems, not to mention personal attack alarms and environmental functions such as lighting.  Further integration of a video surveillance system using more than 120 cameras brings the Ö...

Procurement is a way to cut out IT security flaws, the annual SANS top 20 vulnerabilities launch heard in London.   The event made the front page of the Financial Times on the day of the launch at the Department for Trade and Industry, this shows that business takes IT security seriously.  In the FT, SANS director of research Alan Paller warned that it is easy for hackers to steal information from back-up systems. "Rarely does back-up software have encryption.  Whereas M...

Ports of Auckland takes security very seriously, particularly in the face of heightened international security risk."With a Gallagher PowerFence™ system installed, Ports of Auckland security measures exceed the Maritime Safety Authority's expectations."Ports of AucklandA new era of heightened port security is upon us.  Ports all around the world are implementing tighter security measures to safeguard trade and tourism, port staff, port users and local communities from terror...

There hasn't been one instance of attempted break-in at Ricardo since the installation of the PowerFence™ system in 1998. The Gallagher PowerFence™ system has worked for Ricardo Consulting Engineers.  In Sabine's words, "It's absolutely brilliant". For over 80 years the Ricardo Group has been a world authority in the research, design, and development of automotive power train and vehicle systems.  Today, their expertise covers gasoline, diesel and gaseous-fuelled engine...

Airport Shutdowns Cost MillionsIn the last two months of 2001 there were 30 airport shutdowns in the United States alone.  Breaches in security resulting in shutdowns, cost the airline industry millions of dollars. Over 1,000 flights were delayed and 434 planes had to have their passengers exit for re-screening.In the past, shutdowns have typically been the result of a security breach at the checkpoint. These breaches have mainly been caused by:A person running through the airport without s...

Kraft Foods, is a global leader in branded foods and beverages, marketing many well known brands including cereals, snacks and beverages in more than 150 countries worldwide.  In April 2005, the company expanded its presence in the Egyptian market with the acquisition of local biscuit and snack-food maker “Family Nutrition”.  As part of this expansion Kraft invested resources in the Cairo factory including an upgrade in building security. As part of a complete security solu...

Xstrata Copper's emergency and protective services superintendent at Mount Isa Mines, Darren Bracey, says Cardax FT, as a tool, provides better control of access management health and safety systems and he wouldn't hesitate to recommend it.Tracey: "The powerful software leads itself well to integration with other third party software applications to allow better management of security, health, safety, access control and contractor management".Mines present numerous challenges when it c...