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Among the products being showcased will be ASSA‘s SMARTair™ and CLIQ™ remote door opening solutions Exhibiting at the UK’s largest trade show for the healthcare sector, ASSA ABLOY will be exhibiting for the first time as its newly formed UK Specification unit, showcasing its latest innovations and solutions at the Healthcare Estates exhibition. Attending for the third time, the ASSA ABLOY UK Specification business will demonstrate how its products can...

TDSi has enhanced its export support with the appointment of Jody Hayter to Customer Care Advisor To meet fresh growth and increased business, integrated security solutions manufacturer TDSi has expanded its UK Head Office team with the addition of new Office Manager, Kathryn Sutcliffe as well as its French Office, with Samia Dali joining the company as Assistante Technico-Commerciale. TDSi has further enhanced its export support with the appointment of Jody Hayter to a dedica...

14 companies out of the 95 applications will go into the final round for the "Oscar of Security Technology" An initial preliminary decision about the Innovation Award at the world's premier fair has been taken two months before Security Essen 2014. The expert jury for the Security Innovation Award chose the top candidates from 95 applications. 14 companies will now go into the final round for the "Oscar of Security Technology". Every two years, Messe Essen distinguishes pionee...

Future Cities Asia will bring together over 200 senior level executives Future Cities Asia, Asia's premier smart cities event will examine how harnessing technology can transform urban infrastructure. It is an initiative that will explore topics such as Smart Governance and Funding, Smart Energy, Smart Buildings, Smart Mobility, Smart Technology, Smart Infrastructure, Smart Healthcare, Smart Citizen and Smart Resilience for future cities. Future Cities Asia is taking place on...

Identiv will discuss the results of its 2014 second quarter on audio webcast and conference call Identiv, a global security technology company that provides trust solutions for premises, information, and everyday items, will hold an audio webcast and conference call to discuss the results of its 2014 second quarter on Wednesday, August 13, 2014, at 5:00 PM (ET). Jason Hart, CEO, and Brian Nelson, CFO, will host the webcast and conference call for financial analysts and invest...

The Growth Summit was a three day event where Matrix integrators were awarded for their sales performance Matrix Comsec, recently concluded its sixth annual partners Growth Summit at Goa. It was a three day event where Top performing Matrix system integrators were acknowledged and awarded for their outstanding sales performance for the year 2013-14. Around 140 Matrix partners from Gujarat and Maharashtra along with 25 partners from the international counties attended the summi...

ENGAGE enabled wireless locks can be integrated into access control systems for greater capabilities Allegion plc, a leading global provider of security products and solutions, will show ASHE Annual exhibition attendees how easily they can migrate from mechanical locks to electronic access control to secure more openings at a lower cost than other electronic locks with many of the same features. At the American Society for Healthcare Engineering Technical Exhibition, August 4-...

Nedap's research paper demonstrated a solution to overcome complexity and enhance organisational scalability Researchers of Nedap Security Management have taken another perspective on role based access control, which allows for easier management of identities and authorisations and ultimately enhances organisational scalability. Their research paper “Sorting out role based access control” was awarded the Best Paper Award during the 2014 ACM Symposium on Access Cont...

The white paper discusses how access control systems can be convenient and cost-effective security solutions ASSA ABLOY, Security Solutions has launched a downloadable white paper to discuss how access control systems can be a convenient and cost-effective security solution for building owners and facilities managers, at a time when capex budget is often restricted. The white paper, entitled, ‘How can access control systems improve security and reduce costs?’ is n...

There will be at least 88 smart cities all over the world by 2025, up from 21 in 2013 The number of smart cities worldwide will quadruple within a 12-year period that started last year, proliferating as local governments work with the private sector to cope with a multitude of challenges confronting urban centres, according to a new report from IHS Technology. There will be at least 88 smart cities all over the world by 2025, up from 21 in 2013, based on the IHS definition of...

TDSi’s installation and maintenance partner Frontline Security Solutions recently installed a TDSi solution in a leading private school The education sector has become an important vertical market for the security industry. With recent high-profile cases of security issues in some schools, it is a market that looks set to become even more security focussed. Many educational establishments are looking more closely than ever at the security of their facilities, to protect...

Kwikset's SmartCode locks will bring consumers added peace of mind via remote locking capabilities Kwikset, the leader in residential security, announces that two of its most popular electronic locks have been certified through the Icontrol Networks OpenHome™ Partner Program. The SmartCode™ 910 and SmartCode 914, both with Home Connect™ technology, are among eleven devices that Icontrol, a leader in connected home technology and innovation, recently added to...

Rosslare Security, a leading global provider of professional access control solutions, is pleased to announce that it has received the UL294 Certification for its ExpansE™ platform. The ExpansE is a distributed access control system with a web based management and control application, employing the latest access control technology to meet the requirements of the dynamic market. The Expanse system is comprised of several units, the main unit, the EXP-1032 Networked Controller, and several...

ASSA’s CLIQ Remote is now available with a new mobile PD key updater, allowing administrators to update access rights ‘on the move.’ CLIQ Remote is a solution designed for larger masterkey suites, remote sites and companies with a geographical spread of operations. Providing users with remote access to a building, regardless of location, through a secure web connection. ASSA’s new mobile PD unit connects to most smartphones via Bluetooth, or to the Internet by USB conne...

TDSi became the first to partner with ASSA ABLOY Access Control’s Aperio® wireless locking solutions using innovative IP hub technology to deliver sustainable total building security. Aperio® was featured on TDSI stand operating with its EXgarde 4.2 fully featured access management system, designed to support multiple doors as standard with the option to extend using an unlimited door licence and meet the needs of even the largest of access control networks. John Davies, Managing...

Garcia will be responsible for developing and managing all aspects of the marketing and communications strategy PSA Security Network® recently announced the addition of Kim Garcia as Director of Marketing. Garcia will be responsible for developing and managing all aspects of the marketing and communications strategy to support the company’s sales goals, educational programs, and member services. “The company already has a great reputation in the security indus...

Deems brings over 17 years of sales management experience in the commercial and homeland security markets Xentry Systems Integration, a systems integrator focused on delivering best-in-class security solutions and healthcare technologies, has named Andy Deems as its new Account Executive. In this role, Deems will leverage his wide range of technology and sales experience to increase sales at Xentry while building long-term customer relationships. Deems brings to Xentry more t...

The agreement provides for graduates from QICSS security related courses to be automatically enrolled as individual members with IPSA for 12 months On 25th June 2014 the International Professional Security Association (IPSA) signed a historic agreement in Doha, Qatar with the Qatar International Centre for Safety and Security (QICSS). The agreement provides for graduates from QICSS security related courses to be automatically enrolled as individual members with IPSA for 12 mon...

All four winners were presented with their awards by Guest of Honour, The Rt. Hon. Baroness Smith of Basildon Four outstanding young apprentices from the UK’s private security industry were recently presented with national awards in recognition of their academic and practical success in the field of electronic security installations. Awarded by the British Security Industry Association (BSIA), the trade body representing the UK’s private security sector, the Appre...

Two new ranges ofXvision IP cameras were also launched: Xvision Pro HD and Xvision ELITE After a busy three days, leading HD CCTV and specialist security distributor, Y3K, has reported a significant increase in visitor numbers compared with shows in previous years. Y3K showcased its own latest HD CCTV technologies, as well as vehicle CCTV solutions from sister company, SmartWitness, and new access control and time attendance products from leading global manufacturer, Anviz. Th...

NEC's technology took first place for the third consecutive time following MBGC 2009 and MBE 2010-2011 NEC Corporation (NEC) along with NEC Corporation of America, a leading provider and integrator of advanced IT, communications, managed services and biometric solutions, recently announced that NEC's face recognition technology achieved the highest performance evaluation in the recent Face Recognition Vendor Test (FRVT) 2014 performed by the U.S. National Institute of Standard...

Suprema, Inc., a leading global provider of technology in biometrics and identification, has announced the launch of a fingerprint scanner software development kit (SDK) for Android operating system (OS).The new SDK is specially designed for use with Suprema’s latest fingerprint scanner, the BioMini Slim. It assures the same powerful performance as the test-proven SDK for desktop computers. For instance, like the SDK for desktop computers, the SDK for Android also enables mobile devices to...

The Sokos Hotel Viru will welcome students from the 1st to the 6th of September for the 6-day courses led by SANS Instructors SANS will be offering three vital information security courses in Estonia this September. The Sokos Hotel Viru in Tallinn will welcome students from the 1st to the 6th of September for the 6-day courses led by world-class SANS Instructors. SANS Institute provides intensive, immersion training courses designed to help infosec professionals master the...

FST Biometrics has received factory certification from Lenel Systems International and joined the Lenel OpenAccess Alliance Program (OAAP). FST Biometrics' In Motion Identification™ (IMID) software interfaces with the OnGuard® access control system to provide approved users with seamless access at the speed of life. FST Biometrics has completed required Lenel factory testing to validate the functionality of its interface with the OnGuard system. "FST's biometric access solution combin...

HID Global’s facility achieved Platinum certification under LEED for Commercial Interiors HID Global®, a worldwide leader in secure identity solutions, recently announced at a ceremony and celebration event that its World Headquarters and North American Operations Centre in Austin has been LEED® Platinum certified, and is the only industrial manufacturing facility in the state of Texas awarded this distinction. The USGBC LEED rating system is the foremost program...

Without needing to install any biometric readers, the Zwipe biometric card itself quickly reads the user's fingerprint in less than a second. Eliminating the problems of solely deploying PINs and standard cards, the contactless Zwipe biometric card lets users authenticate themselves directly on the card through something they are, a fingerprint. Only then will the card system reader activate the lock. This is much more secure than simply using a standard contactless card, which verifies only som...

Global Gaming Expo Asia 2014 saw a record breaking audited attendance of 8,233 daily attendees Global Gaming Expo Asia (G2E Asia) 2014, organised by the American Gaming Association (AGA) and Reed Exhibitions, and held at the Venetian Macao, in Macau, S.A.R., People’s Republic of China, 20-22, May was a major success in its eighth year. The event saw a record breaking audited attendance of 8,233 daily attendees—an astounding 36 percent increase compared to the 2013...

IFSEC 2014 offered TDSi the opportunity to engage with more customers and partners Integrated security manufacturer TDSi attracted visitors with its powerful integrated security solutions and a new range of readers at the IFSEC International 2014 security show – resulting in higher numbers of visitors per day over previous years. The event, which made its debut at its new ExCel London venue this year, also offered TDSi the opportunity to engage with more customers and pa...

Starting in autumn 2014, LEGIC IDConnect offers application providers and integrators the possibility to bring contactless chip cards, e.g. company badges or mobility cards, onto smartphones. In Switzerland, these virtual cards are provided in the Tapit application provided by Swisscom. Apart from Swisscom, Orange and Sunrise will soon support Tapit, too. Thus, Switzerland is the first country worldwide, where a common NFC based platform is supported by all Mobile Network Operators. Due to IDCon...

The SourceSecurity.com team attended this year's IFSEC International 2014 with great anticipation to view the new innovations first-hand on show and see how the move to London would impact visitor experience. To capture the show, we have provided a summary of IFSEC in pictures above. Highlights from IFSEC 2014 We saw an overwhelming number of people and products; here is a snapshot of our IFSEC experience for 2014: FLIR SourceSecurity.com attended FLIR’s press brie...