Mechanical digital locks News

Videx, Inc., the leader in the design and manufacturing of electronic access control systems, is proud to announce the release of its new CyberKey smart key.The CyberKey II is a programmable smart key that operates as part of the CyberLock access control system. The CyberKey II electronic key serves as an authorising credential within the CyberLock system. It contains a rechargeable battery that powers the key and energises the electronic lock cylinder when the two devices make contact. Each ke...

ASSA ABLOY Access Control has launched an online product configurator, especially designed to support selection of the innovative Aperio wireless locking range to enable the creation of bespoke access control solutions. Aperio is designed to upgrade mechanically locked doors and wirelessly connect them online or offline to new or existing access control systems, with minimal modification to doors and premises, offering a cost effective and simple security upgrade. By offering an online product...

Nine use cases will be demonstrated at ASIS 2012, including automatic discovery of equipment and systems Leading security vendors will demonstrate the interoperability of their PSIA-compliant systems, including access control, intrusion detection, video, analytics and storage and physical security information management (PSIM), at ASIS 2012. At least nine use cases based on new and existing PSIA specifications will be demonstrated at ASIS 2012, including automatic discovery o...

ASSA ABLOY recently launched its ABLOY PROTEC CLIQ PLW330N Super Weatherproof Padlock, a programmable electromechanical lock designed to operate in harsh conditions. ABLOY padlocks are renowned for their durability, as confirmed by independent tests,” said Corbin Anderson, National Sales Manager, Abloy Security. “The PLW330N is not only one of the toughest padlocks we make, but it also provides a double layer of security thanks to its combination of electronic and mechanical protect...

As National Account Manager for ASSA ABLOY, Bruce comes with years' experience as a Building Surveyor ASSA ABLOY UK’s Security Solutions division has appointed Bruce East to the role of National Account Manager.Responsible for developing sales of UNION hardware products and ASSA ABLOY door closers within the OEM channel, one of Bruce’s key tasks will be working with larger manufacturers to manage the 2013 CE marking changes to doorsets.Having trained and worked as...

Part of the Atholl Estate, the castle isrenowned for hosting annual horse trialevents and Highland Games events ASSA has helped restore the historic clock tower at Blair Castle to its former glory with the specification of its masterkey suite and ASSA ABLOY Door Closers. Having been devastated by a blaze last year, the 13th Century clock tower, which forms part of the iconic Blair Castle in Perthshire, has been fully restored and continues to attract visitors from all over the...

ASSA ABLOY demonstrates UNION's codehandle, a popular keyless locking system on the market ASSA ABLOY Access Control in partnership with Chubb Fire and Security is holding an open day on the prestigious Cambridge University campusto demonstrate the best route to cost effective and future proof security for educational buildings. The free event on Wednesday 4th July 2012, held at the coveted Newton Suite in the Pitt Building of Cambridge University is being hosted by global le...

Neil has 25 years' experience in the design, specification and promotion of door entry and access control systems Neil Thomas is the new National Sales Manager for Videx Security.  Neil joined the company in 2001 as Regional Sales Manager and has over 25 years' experience in the design, specification and promotion of door entry and access control systems. As Regional Sales Manager for Videx, Neil was responsible for promotion of the company's systems throughout Scotland...

The Physical Security Product of the Year category showcased the highest quality physical security products Mul-T-Lock UK is celebrating after the newly launched Watchlock intelligent high security padlock won Physical Security Product of the Year at this year’s IFSEC Security Industry Awards. The award winning Watchlock from Mul-T-Lock combines a high security padlock, GPS locating system and SIM card based communication technologies to provide real time event and loca...

HID and ASSA ABLOY will demonstrate its technologies, products, solutions in Stand C50 in Hall 4 HID Global and its parent company ASSA ABLOY, trusted leaders in solutions for the delivery of secure identity and door opening solutions will jointly showcase their world-class products and solutions for migrating to higher security physical access control at the IFSEC International exhibition Birmingham, UK from 14 - 17 May. The two companies continue their commitment to technol...

MT5 is a fifth generation high security cylinder solution from Mul-T-Lock Stockport Homes has installed Mul-T-Lock’s patented MT5 high security locking system on all newly installed fire doors, to create a master key suite and balance resident reassurance with the need for emergency escape. Stockport Homes is a limited company that exists to manage the housing stock owned by Stockport Metropolitan Borough Council. The core role of the Arms Length Management Organisation...

The Alpro installation includes electric strikes and transom closers Access control equipment from Alpro Architectural Hardware has been used at a premium residential development on the Dorset coast, the Hutton Apartments in Weymouth, which also feature a ‘time capsule’ left by primary schoolchildren. The Alpro installation includes electric strikes and transom closers. The strikes are Alpro’s ANSI-style models which can be used in metal or timber door appli...

ASSA ABLOY Access Control has upgraded its innovative Aperio technology to offer a premium escutcheon to secure fire and escape routes. Aperio is designed to upgrade mechanically locked doors and wirelessly connect them to existing online access control systems, with minimal modification to doors and premises, offering a cost effective and simple security upgrade. The new Premium Aperio escutcheon complies with latest industry standards, including EN1906 / 03, making it suitable for use in fir...

ASSA ABLOY will provide routes to market previously unavailable to Traka Traka is pleased to announce a strategic development which sees the company being acquired by ASSA ABLOY, the world leader in door locking solutions. Traka has been a remarkable success story from the company's formation in 1995 to becoming the world leader in key management and access solutions generating sales in excess of £10m with a total workforce of 92 people. With average growth rates in ex...

Vihon Associates will represent Dortronics in Tennessee, Alabama, Georgia and Mississippi Dortronics Inc. announced a new manufacturers rep for its line of access control solutions. Effective as of March 1st, Vihon Associates of Roswell, GSA and Tullahoma, TN will represent Dortronics in Tennessee, Alabama, Georgia and Mississippi. “Vihon has the experience and resources to strengthen our current business relationships in the region and also bring us new opportunities,&...

ASSA ABLOY will also be unveiling the newest addition to its improved portfolio, Watchlock Visitors to stand C50 in Hall 4 at IFSEC 2012, will be introduced to ASSA ABLOY’s range of industry-leading technology-based security and access control solutions, including its popular Aperio enabling technology. Aperio uses smart technology to enable the wireless conversion of mechanical locks into existing access control systems with minimal door modification, allowing easy and...

 The new website will help create a cost effective link between online access control and physical securityASSA ABLOY Access Control has launched a new website to demonstrate to security professionals and end users the advantages of latest smart technologies such as Aperio.The new website, at www.assaabloy.co.uk/aperio, has been designed to offer the very latest news and industry updates, product developments and applications.ASSA ABLOY Access Control's new website also has interactive vide...

SALTO'S locker solution provides security protection to mailboxes, lockers, cupboards and cabinetsThe UK's leading manufacturer and supplier of lockable mailbox systems and letterbox anti-arson solutions has selected SALTO Systems to provide an electronic locking solution for its products.The SALTO XS4 locker lock is designed to bring all the advantages of electronic access control to a lockable mailbox and is designed to provide a high level of security protection and control access to a wide...

 The leisure centre in Littlehampton has installed Smartair Offline access control solutionMul-T-Lock (UK)'s innovative Smartair Offline access control solution has been installed to form a combined mechanical and access control security solution at a local community leisure centre to enable better monitoring of door entry systems for staff and visitors.Inspire Leisure in Littlehampton offers a diversified range of facilities, activities and services to the local community. Recently as...

 The door automation industry is set to grow according to a recent study by IMS Research After struggling in recent years, the $5.4 billion world market for door automation is poised for a robust recovery, according to a recent study by IMS Research, the leading provider of market intelligence to the global electronics industry.Revenues from the sale, service, and maintenance of automatic doors and operators, driven largely by non-residential construction activity, came to a grinding halt i...

  Ingersoll Rand's PegaSys is a cost-effective way to upgrade a mechanical access control solution to an electronic one Architectural journalist Gideon Sykes examines the problems of security key control, spotlighting how one innovative manufacturer is pioneering access control solutions to meet changing needs and tight budgets.As technology develops, so do advances in building access and security. To satisfy the ever changing demands of clients, as well as compliance...

  SecuRead(R) NFC solution from InsideSecure is securing and powering the HID Global iCLASS(R) digital keys INSIDE Secure, a leader in semiconductor solutions for secure transactions, revealed that its SecuRead(R) NFC solution is securing and powering the HID Global iCLASS(R) digital keys and mobile secure identity feature available on multiple new NFC-enabled smartphones. Since the establishment of its partnership with HID in 2001, INSIDE has been the supplier of semiconductor compone...

Videx's CyberLock Flex System Door and I/O module activates a variety of relay-based devices Videx won the "Best Building System Security Product" award for its new CyberLock Flex System Door & I/O module at the Worship Facilities Conference & Expo (WFX) in Dallas. Jim McGowan, Videx VP of Sales & Marketing, shares, "The award has great meaning for us and we appreciate all the time and effort that went into the selection process. We are honoured that the...

 INSIDE Secure and CorFire have joined hands to speed up the rollout of NFC  CorFire(TM), the industry-leading mobile commerce business of SK C&C USA, and INSIDE Secure, a leader in semiconductor solutions for secure transactions and digital identity, announced an agreement that promises to accelerate the rollout of NFC applications by ensuring that INSIDE Secure's portfolio of MicroRead(R) and SecuRead(R) NFC solutions, as well as its Open NFC(TM) protocol stack, are interoperable...

 Pro-Vision's strong performance and target audience will take MOBOTIX business to the next levelMOBOTIX AG, a leading manufacturer of digital high-resolution, network-based video security systems has taken Pro-Vision on board as a new distributor to offer its complete range to a community of several thousand installers across the UK.Pro-Vision is an independently owned trade distributor of Closed Circuit Television (CCTV) and Access Control products. Based in Shrewsbury, Pro-Vision have a...

 Peter Honnan is the new Regional Manager for Scotland and Northern Ireland at AxisAxis Security, the nationwide manned guarding and electronic security business, has appointed Peter Honnan as its new Regional Manager for Scotland and Northern Ireland. Peter, who has worked in the security industry for more than 30 years, has extensive management experience with such firms as Corps Security, Chubb Security Personnel and Reliance Security.He has seen the development of th...

Radio Frequency Systems, a Chinese provider of electronic RFID locks and contactless OEM reader modules, is a new partner of LEGIC Identsystems Ltd, leading manufacturer of contactless smart card technology for personal identification. Developing innovative OEM reader modules based on the new LEGIC advant 4000 reader chip generation, RF Systems trusts in a state-of-the-art technology that meets high requirements in terms of flexibility and convenience.RF Systems will not only develop new reader...

 The BSIA has launched a free guide to assist the utilities sector in access control systems The British Security Industry Association (BSIA) has just launched a free guide to assist the utilities sector in the use of access control systems. The guide explains how access control systems can better improve the protection of sites such as water, oil and nuclear plants as well as administrative or production offices within the sector. It also provides case studies to exemplify the work of BSIA...

One of the capitals most quintessentially English hotels, The Stafford London by Kempinski, has chosen a bespoke electronic access control solution from SALTO installed by Ansador. Located in the heart of St James's, The Stafford London was originally built as a private residence in the 17th century and throughout the next two hundred years the house changed hands many times before eventually becoming a small, private hotel successively owned by various individuals and groups. Over the years t...

 SALTO Systems has collaborated with BioCote Ltd. to provide higher-quality security products in the marketSALTO Systems is pleased to announce a new partnership with BioCote Ltd, the market leading provider of silver ion based anti microbial coating technology.The agreement will see a range of SALTO access control products, initially its best selling XS4 escutcheon range including wireless on-line real time escutcheons, wireless ready escutcheons, stand alone escutcheons, AMOK escutcheons,...