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Hospitality access solutions pioneer dormakaba will showcase its latest security solutions at HITEC North America 2026, the world's largest showcase of hospitality technology, June 15-18, in San Antonio. At Booth #1838, dormakaba will demonstrate flexible, future-ready access solutions that help hospitality providers simplify operations, modernise guest access, and improve security across their properties. Delivering choice "Hoteliers are being asked to choose between flexibility and simplic...

Organisations of every size and type have already discovered the security and convenience benefits of a CLIQ digital key access management system. Now, new CLIQ Readers and Updaters for indoor and outdoor use make extending the scope and reach of a CLIQ solution even simpler, including to third-party digital access devices. It takes CLIQ to new openings more easily than ever before. New additions These new additions to the CLIQ family are compatible with fully electronic eCLIQ and electromec...

ULTRALOQ, a best-selling smart lock brand under Xthings, a global pioneer in AIoT solutions, announced that several of its smart lock models have achieved certification for Aliro, a new open industry standard developed under the Connectivity Standards Alliance (CSA) that enables secure digital keys stored directly in smartphone wallets. The certification spans a variety of deadbolt and latch style smart locks, offering intelligent and convenient access control solutions for homeowners, pro...

Alfred International, designer and manufacturer of secure, modern smart locks for residential and multifamily environments, announced that its ML2 Smart Mortise Lock, DB2S, and DB1 Pro Smart Deadbolt Series—each built on Z-Wave Long Range (ZWLR) 800 Series technology—have earned certification from Alarm.com. The certification expands Alfred’s compatibility with one of the most widely deployed and trusted smart security platforms in North America and reinforces the compan...

LifeSafety Power continues its pathway of delivering technology with innovative intelligence and will highlight five new products at ISC West, March 25-27 in Las Vegas. Booth 9073 will host the debut of products, new tools and features that solidify LifeSafety Power’s commitment to providing flexible power solutions for the latest physical security and loT applications including: Advanced locking options An advanced cabinet locking option is now available for Unified Power Solutions&re...

Security, cost-management, and compliance demands placed on building managers have grown significantly. The key to meeting them all without increasing workload and costs could be the strategic implementation of smarter digital access, as a new whitepaper explores. Facility managers to manage access of locations As organisations upscale, downsize or onboard new locations faster than ever, facilities managers must be able to manage access flexibly and to adapt on the fly. The boom in service c...

dormakaba announces strong integrator adoption of its E-Plex™ 7900 electronic lock, enabled by the recently launched open API. The growing roster of partners includes Genetec, Imron, Hartmann, and Lockt. These partners represent a broad cross-section of the access control platforms most widely deployed across enterprise, institutional, and commercial environments. Their integrations enable seamless connectivity between the E-Plex 7900 – a reliable, budget-friendly electronic lock &n...

Schlage, a pioneer in door hardware innovation for over a century, introduces the third limited-edition collection from Pin & TumblerTM A Studio by Schlage — The Aspect Collection. This collection innovates the interior door hardware market with bold, geometric designs that fuse solid forms with warmth and ease. Features Inspired by the design style of Soft Brutalism, the Aspect Collection features powerful lines and purposeful movement to create a dynamic visual effect.  From...

Schlage, America’s Most Trusted Lock Brand1 and pioneer in door hardware innovation for over a century, together with NterNow, a leading on-demand, self-guided tour software platform for single-family properties, are showcasing solutions in the Schlage booth at the 2026 International Builders’ Show (IBS) in Orlando.  NterNow recently joined Schlage as part of the Allegion portfolio – providing a first-ever opportunity at IBS 2026 for builders and show attendees to experie...

Pioneer global access solutions provider Salto, part of SALTO WECOSYSTEM, expands its residential smart locking technology with the launch of the Salto DBolt Touch Outdoor model. The DBolt Touch Outdoor is an IP55-rated smart deadbolt designed to deliver secure, keyless access to exterior and weather-exposed residential doors. About DBolt Touch Outdoor The Salto DBolt Touch Outdoor is a smart locking solution for both retrofit and new construction multifamily properties, extending smart acce...

Sometimes a digital system cannot cover all the openings an organisation needs. Readers, escutcheons and security locks can equip many doors. But what if they also want to deploy intelligent key-operated locking for alarm boxes, medicine stores, server rooms or power units? Until now, the only secure option was to run two systems in parallel. A new integration between two digital ecosystems puts facilities managers in control like never before. Wireless access system The SMARTair® wireles...

Schlage®, a pioneer in home security and access solutions for over 100 years, has been recognised as the most trusted door lockset and hardware brand in the 2026 America's Most Trusted® Door Locks & Hardware Study conducted by Lifestory Research. This year marks the seventh consecutive year that Schlage has been awarded this distinguished recognition, solidifying its position as the top consumer choice for home security solutions. Consumer choice The 2026 America’s Most Tru...

In an era defined by digital transformation and escalating security concerns, the methods they use to confirm identity are undergoing a profound evolution. The days of relying solely on easily transferable passwords and keycards are fading, giving way to advanced, non-transferable verification, particularly within Access Control Systems. This accelerating shift is not just a technological trend, but a massive market movement: According to MarketsandMarkets 2024, the global biometric system mar...

Bandweaver Technology is proud to announce the general launch of ZoneSentry, a new perimeter intrusion detection system that utilises state of the art fibre optic sensing technology to protect both property and assets with smaller perimeters up to 8km in an efficient and cost-effective manner. The new ZoneSentry is a zonal based Perimeter Intrusion Detection System (PIDS) based on Bandweaver’s fibre optic distributed acoustic sensing (DAS) technology. By attaching a single fib...

Codelocks has appointed Elisa Burgos Martínez as the Regional Sales Manager serving customers in Spain, France, Belgium, and Portugal. In her role, Elisa will develop relationships in the EMEA market by applying localised communications techniques to provide a tailored service to customers, solidifying Codelocks’ presence and reputation as a pioneer in access control solutions. She was chosen to serve the southwestern European markets because of her extensive sales experience...

The Security Industry Association (SIA) announces the creation of a new Retail Security Advisory Board and opened a call for SIA member volunteers to join.  The expert-led group will advise the association and the SIA Board of Directors on key retail security topics, work to expand SIA’s influence and expertise in this area, and advance members’ learning. Planned initiatives Planned initiatives for the Retail Security Advisory Board include: Developing retail security res...

In this era of advanced technology, security and surveillance play pivotal roles in ensuring safety and comfort. This is especially true in the hospitality industry, where guests’ security is a significant concern.  An area of notable focus is hotel surveillance systems, which have experienced an influx of technological innovation and transformation. As these systems evolve, they are reshaping the way hotels manage security, and subsequently, guest experience. This article will explo...

E5 cam latches offer affordable simplicity and superior flexibility due to their efficient modular design. New options for these latches include the Protected Cams and adjustable grips. These additions make the E5 line even more versatile than before. The Grip Protected Cam is an upgrade from existing flat cams, and perfect for those seeking to avoid wear and cosmetic damage that comes from a flat cam scraping against an enclosure frame. Southco's next addition Southco’s next addition p...

Salto launches the new XS4 One S, a next-generation addition to the XS4 One product family and cutting-edge extension of Salto’s smart access ecosystem. Designed for global compatibility and aesthetic versatility, the XS4 One S is a compact yet powerful, universal electronic locking solution that redefines what modern access control can look and feel like. Enhanced features and new design This new series offers enhanced features and a contemporary square design with sleek reader surface...

Omada by TP-Link and VIGI by TP-Link, TP-Link Systems Inc.’s exclusive business solutions brands, are set to make waves at ISC West 2025 with the debut of their groundbreaking unified networking and surveillance solutions. At the event, the brands will showcase a seamless integration of VIGI’s cutting-edge surveillance solutions, Omada’s comprehensive networking systems, and the Omada Central platform—a revolutionary cloud-based solution that unifies the management of ne...

Keysight Technologies, Inc. introduces Keysight AI Data Centre Builder, an advanced software suite that emulates real-world workloads to evaluate how new algorithms, components, and protocols impact the performance of AI training.  KAI Data Centre Builder’s workload emulation capability integrates large language model and other artificial intelligence (AI) model training workloads into the design and validation of AI infrastructure components – networks, hosts, and accelerator...

Viakoo, a pioneer in Cyber-Physical Systems and Internet of Things vulnerability remediation, announced significant platform enhancements, strategic partnerships, and a clear path forward to address the escalating challenge of AI-driven cyber threats to the physical security industry. The company made the announcement at ISC West 2025, underscoring its commitment to a proactive, collaborative approach. In a related move, Viakoo has also issued an Open Letter to the Physical Security community,...

In recognition of World Cloud Security Day on April 3rd, Genetec Inc. the global pioneer in enterprise physical security software, shares key insights and best practices to help organisations protect their data and operations from increasing cyber threats. With cyberattacks becoming more frequent and sophisticated, organisations must look beyond traditional cybersecurity solutions. Smarter security solutions A growing number of organisations are adopting cloud-based physical security solution...

Aiphone, the global pioneer in security communication and access control solutions, will showcase its latest solutions at ISC West 2025, including major updates for AiphoneCloud’s innovative dashboard and Remote Management for commercial applications as well as new AC Series cloud deployment options. Attendees visiting booth #6109 can get first-hand demonstrations of the platform’s remote management capabilities and the complete range of intercom and access control solutions tailore...

WeSuite, the creator of award-winning sales management software for security technology providers, is thrilled to announce its strategic integration with System Surveyor. The pioneer platform for site surveys and system design. Security integrators often face the challenge of helping their customers visualise and fully understand proposed solutions during the sales process.  Streamlining proposal process This powerful integration enables users to seamlessly link one or multiple System Su...

DoorBird, a pioneer in IP access control and intercom technology, excited to announce its participation in ISC West 2025. Taking place from April 2-4 at the Venetian Expo in Las Vegas, Nevada. At booth #7070, DoorBird will unveil its latest advancements in smart door communication and security solutions. Enhancing door security Enhancing safety and convenience for both residential and commercial applications. We are proud to partner with industry pioneers, including ASSA ABLOY Door Security S...

System Surveyor has launched its free online System Surveyor Certification Program, available 24/7 for system integrators, security and IoT professionals. The program helps users master the company's site survey and system design software and create accurate survey layouts for proposals, documentation and bill of material reports. Visual collaboration simplified "Our video-based Certification Program helps our software users to become more proficient with site surveys and system design," said...

Squire Locks USA will be exhibiting its inigma smart wireless padlock system at ISC West, highlighting the brand’s latest innovation in smart security technology at booth #7056. Inigma allows users to control access to compatible padlocks via Bluetooth, using a smart key programmed through the dedicated app.  This provides a smarter, more convenient way for users to manage their security. The smart key can operate multiple padlocks, even in remote locations, and system administrators...

Integrated Control Technology a pioneer manufacturer of intelligent access control and security solutions, announced the release of their new TSL access reader series. The new TSL range packs plenty of extras into a slimmed down version of the much-loved ICT readers.  Style meets security TSL delivers a dynamic solution for property managers, security professionals, and building operatorsCombining sleek aesthetics with cutting-edge functionality, the TSL delivers a dynamic solution for p...

Cowbell, a pioneer provider of cyber insurance for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and middle-market businesses. It has expanded its Cowbell Connectors to over 30 integrations with top security and cloud service providers.  Stronger security insights Cowbell Connectors enhance cyber risk assessment and underwriting by drawing on inside-out dataWhile many businesses focus solely on outside-in or partial internal data, Cowbell Connectors enhance cyber risk assessment and underwri...