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Alfred's smart locks now INTEREL certified

Alfred International, a pioneer in smart lock solutions, announced that its ML2 Smart Mortise Locks and DB2S Smart Locks with Zigbee have achieved INTEREL certification, enabling seamless integration with the EOS 2 all-in-one thermostat hub for smart building deployments. This certification positions Alfred as a key partner for property management companies seeking cost-effective, scalable access control solutions across multi-family properties. Alfred's commercial-grade Zigbee smart locks Th...

Inim Electronics launches FireDesigner at London Build 2025

Pioneering provider of fully integrated fire control systems, Inim Electronics, will launch its innovative software, FireDesigner, for fire safety professionals, at this year’s London Build 2025 - 19 / 20 November. The company welcomes visitors to meet the Inim team at Stand J25, to see the software in action, and learn how it can help consultants and designers to make system planning faster, simpler, and fully compliant. FireDesigner simplifies complex system configurations, transformin...

CAME KMS and Amazon Logistics UK integration

CAME KMS have partnered with Amazon Logistics UK to integrate Amazon Key access events into SimpleKey Web (SKW) systems running on CAME KMS SK4 installations. This deep integration both enables Amazon Key entry to a building and records Amazon Key activations as unique events for a full, reportable audit trail within SKW. The Amazon Key system is a service provided by Amazon Logistics UK to streamline deliveries to multi-dwelling buildings. With the rise of online shopping and associated produ...

Comelit-PAC boosts Northwest growth with James Pyle

Comelit-PAC has appointed James Pyle as Business Development Manager (BDM) for the Northwest, reinforcing its commitment to providing specialist support for customers across the region. James joins with a strong background in the security and building technologies sector, having worked with installers, consultants and end users on tailored solutions in both residential and commercial markets.  His primary focus at Comelit-PAC will be Door Entry a continued area of core growth, together wi...

ASSA ABLOY acquires MPI: Metal doors & frames

ASSA ABLOY has acquired Metal Products Inc. (“MPI”), a US manufacturer of custom-made hollow metal doors and frames. "I am very pleased to welcome MPI to ASSA ABLOY. This acquisition delivers on our strategy to strengthen our position in mature markets through adding complementary products and solutions to our core business," says Nico Delvaux, President and CEO of ASSA ABLOY. MPI's strong reputation "MPI has built a strong reputation in our industry for trusted, consistent delive...

Consort's innovations at London Build Expo 2025

Consort Architectural Hardware is proud to announce its debut appearance at the London Build Expo 2025, marking a major milestone in the company’s growth and presence within the UK construction industry. The two-day event, taking place between the 19th - 20th of November at the Olympia London, welcomes the best innovation, technology and services across the construction sector, with visitors of stand P40 able to find a wide-ranging display of Consort’s leading ironmongery products a...

Smart building growth: IoT impact on security & efficiency

Smart buildings take a connected approach to managing and monitoring who is coming into and going through them. For almost every user, whether visitor, staff or contractor, the building journey begins with a door. A 2025 report by analysts Memoori suggests that the global IoT market in commercial buildings will grow to $101 billion (€87.5 billion) by 2030, at a baseline predicted CAGR of 7.9%. Memoori identify offices, retail premises, data centers, and hospitality businesses as probably e...

Allegion's Overtur OnSite App enhances inspections

Allegion US, a pioneering provider of security solutions, technology and services, announced the launch of Overtur™ OnSite App, a major upgrade to its cloud-based collaboration platform for door and opening management. The release introduces the new Inspection Suite—including Fire & Egress and General Inspection tools—alongside significant mobile performance enhancements designed to save time, improve accuracy and streamline field workflows. New Overtur OnSite A...

Vismo's Checkpoints at GSX 2025: Enhance security

At GSX 2025 –Ernest N. Morial Convention Centre, New Orleans, September 29 to October 1, booth #3619 - Vismo will demonstrate its new “Checkpoints”, which uses QR codes at key points in a building or venue to create timestamped logs of presence. Not requiring a GPS location, Checkpoints’ QR code readings are automatically recorded in Vismo’s secure portal immediately the codes are scanned by phone. Vismo Protect App’s panic button “Checkpoints e...

AI efficiency with ecoLOGIC by ASSA ABLOY

ASSA ABLOY Entrance Systems announced that ecoLOGIC has been awarded the first TÜV SÜD test mark for Low-Risk AI, making ASSA ABLOY the first manufacturer to receive the newly launched mark. The voluntary program provides third-party validation for AI applications considered low risk under the EU AI Act, where no mandatory legal testing is required. AI to fine-tune door parameters ecoLOGIC uses AI to fine-tune door parameters such as door speed, hold-open times and closing behaviour...

Unifying ICT access control with KONE elevator management

Integrated Control Technology (ICT), a major provider of intelligent access control, intrusion detection, building automation and security solutions, and KONE, a pioneer in innovative people flow solutions, are proud to announce the integration of ICT’s Protege GX system with KONE Office Flow.  This powerful partnership delivers a unified elevator and access control platform that enhances operational efficiency, reduces administrative workload, and elevates security in commercial bui...

Transform workplaces with Smart Spaces' Space Agent

Smart Spaces announced the launch of Space Agent, its new agentic AI-driven workplace concierge designed to transform how people manage and engage with buildings and their workplaces.  Space Agent – introduced through its friendly persona, Max – is fully interactive via text and audio and integrates seamlessly with the Smart Spaces’ smart building operating system (OS) and employee engagement app. “Space Agent extends and elevates our platform by adding an intellig...

Secutech Thailand 2025: Smart city solutions expo

With Thailand aiming to develop 105 smart cities by 2027 under the Thailand 4.0 and Eastern Economic Corridor (EEC) programmes, Secutech Thailand 2025 is dedicated to delivering valuable solutions that directly address the country’s forward-thinking Smart City initiative. Scheduled to take place from 5 to 7 November at the Queen Sirikit National Convention Centre (QSNCC), the event responds to growing demand for integrated safety and security technologies driven by rapid urban planni...

ASSA ABLOY: Tailored solutions for data centres

Data centres in the UK have a vital role in keeping the country’s digital, financial and government systems online. With 39 percent of the UK market seeing cyber-attacks linked to physical security breaches and 31 percent of data centres reporting unauthorised access attempts, the demand for strong security measures is growing. In 2023, physical breaches accounted for 28 percent of catastrophic data events, pushing data centres to invest in integrated security solutions to reduce risks an...

Syrenis & DPG lead in privacy solutions

Syrenis, a pioneer in advanced consent and preference management solutions, is pleased to announce its strategic partnership with The Data Privacy Group (DPG), a premier provider of privacy programme consultancy and implementation expertise. This collaboration marks a powerful union of cutting-edge technology and elite privacy consulting to empower organisations in managing compliance and building trust in the digital era. Syrenis' flagship platform Syrenis' flagship platform, Cassie, offers...

ASSA ABLOY joins TIA to enhance security standards

ASSA ABLOY Opening Solutions is now an official member of the Telecommunications Industry Association (TIA). Through this membership, ASSA ABLOY Opening Solutions will actively engage in standards development, technology programs, and government initiatives. Guerry Bruner, Program Manager for Unmanned Infrastructure Solutions at ASSA ABLOY Opening Solutions, has been invited to join two influential TIA working groups. He will contribute his expertise to initiatives focused on enhancing security...

Secutech Vietnam 2025: AI & IoT innovations expo

At the morning’s press conference, organisers of Secutech Vietnam revealed details for the 2025 edition, set to take place from 14 – 16 August 2025 at the Saigon Exhibition and Convention Center (SECC) in Ho Chi Minh City. Backed by the Vietnam Fire and Rescue Police Department and the Ministry of Public Security, the fair embodies a strong commitment to providing modern solutions to national safety priorities. As Vietnam’s only trade show dedicated to AI, IoT, security, and...

Genetec's UK office and Montreal HQ expansion for security innovation

Genetec Inc., the global pioneer in enterprise physical security software, announced the expansion of its Montreal headquarters and UK office to meet rising customer demand, support continued innovation, and accommodate rapid workforce growth. This global expansion reflects a long-term strategy to align operations with customer expectations for constant innovation and to build a work environment that attracts and retains top talent. Genetec's expanded Montréal campus Since 2020, Genete...

GBB Venture hosts Saudi Arabia Real Estate Summit

The 17th Real Estate Development (RED) Summit – Saudi Arabia | Europe Edition, hosted by GBB Venture, turned the spotlight on Lisbon as it welcomed some of the most influential names from Saudi Arabia's evolving real estate sector for two days of purpose-driven exchange, global synergy, and fresh perspectives. Held at the iconic Lisbon Congress Centre's RIO Pavilion, the summit brought together key decision-makers from Saudi Arabia's rapidly evolving real estate sector and Europe's pionee...

Genetec expands HQ in Montreal and UK office growth

Genetec Inc., the pioneer in enterprise physical security software, announced the expansion of its Montreal headquarters and UK office to meet rising customer demand, support continued innovation, and accommodate rapid workforce growth. This global expansion reflects a long-term strategy to align operations with customer expectations for constant innovation and to build a work environment that attracts and retains top talent. Genetec expanded its Montréal campus Since 2020, Genetec has...

DoorBird achieves UL certification for safety & integration

DoorBird, a major provider of smart video door communication systems, proudly announces that its product line has achieved the UL certification, a rigorous safety standard for Audio/Video, Information, and Communication Technology Equipment.  This certification underscores DoorBird’s dedication to delivering professionally engineered, future-ready solutions for the commercial and multi-family residential sectors. This certification confirms that DoorBird products meet stringent...

Trane wins 2025 National Preferred Partner Award

Trane® – by Trane Technologies, a climate innovator, is honoured to be named a 2025 National Preferred Partner by David Weekley Homes, one of the nation’s largest privately held home builders.  Trane is one of 12 manufacturing partners, recognised for exceeding expectations, based on the results of a comprehensive survey and evaluation process by David Weekley Homes team members. This is Trane’s 14th year receiving the award, presented annually since 2005. Strategi...

Johnson Controls' Metasys 14.1: Cutting-edge BAS

An upgrade to the Johnson Controls flagship building automation system (BAS), Metasys 14.1 offers a suite of new and enhanced features that answers the need for more comprehensive energy management. The BAS, which combines HVAC, fire, security and lighting systems into one, seamless platform, allows facility managers, IT teams and decision makers to optimise operations, fortify cybersecurity, advance energy and emissions goals, boost productivity and strategically modernise facilities. Buildin...

Suprema enhances security with new ACU devices

Suprema, a pioneer in AI-powered access control and security solutions, announced the launch of a new 2-door access controller, CoreStation 20 (CS-20), and Door Interface (DI-24) module for 2-door and 4-reader. With these additions, Suprema has expanded its ACU (Access Control Unit) portfolio, further enhancing the portfolio’s security, flexibility, and scalability. New Door Interface module Suprema offers a comprehensive ACU portfolio designed to support building access control systems...

Greg Kraus joins Allient Defense as Strategic Director

Allient Inc., a global designer and manufacturer of speciality Motion, Controls and Power products and solutions for targeted industries and applications, is pleased to announce the appointment of Greg Kraus as Director of Strategic Operations for its Allient Defense Solutions (ADS) business unit. In this role, Greg will lead project and operational excellence initiatives across Allient sites contributing to defense market solutions, while also serving as General Manager of Allient’s Wate...

Allegion's Overtur: Streamline key system design

Allegion US, a pioneering provider of security products, technology and solutions, announced the launch of Overtur™ Key System Management, a cloud-based subscription solution that offers authorised users a simpler way to view, manage, track and update a building’s key system – regardless of complexity. Overtur Key System Management is an extension of the Overtur digital environment, which empowers project teams to collaborate in real time on the design, specification, construc...

DNAKE expands with new LA office for smart intercoms

DNAKE, a provider of home and building video intercom systems and communications solutions, has officially opened its first US office in downtown Los Angeles. The establishment of this office opens a new chapter for the company as both a strategic upgrade for DNAKE's global expansion and its ability to better serve customers in the important North American market.  Los Angeles will now serve as a critical hub for the company's global operations with the new office serving as a bridge...

Acre Security: Sokka's vision for the future

Acre Security, a provider of integrated security technology, announced that Kumar Sokka has officially assumed the role of Chief Executive Officer. This transition marks the next step in a planned leadership evolution, reflecting Acre’s continued focus on long-term growth, innovation, and customer success. Since joining Acre in 2024, Sokka has overseen two of the company’s core business units — Comnet and Intrusion — while playing a key role on the executive leadership t...

VIVOTEK's AI-powered security solutions

VIVOTEK (3454-TW), the global pioneering security solution provider, continues to prioritise robust corporate governance. In the Taiwan Stock Exchange Corporation’s Corporate Governance Evaluation, the company has progressed from level 7 to level 2 over the past five years. This year, VIVOTEK was once again ranked among the top 5% of NT$5-10 billion market cap enterprises, highlighting its ongoing commitment to excellence in governance. Advancing sustainable development This year the e...

Morse Watchmans key control at Apartmentalize 2025

Morse Watchmans, the industry pioneer in key control and asset management systems, invites Apartmentalize 2025 attendees to visit booth #3000 June 11-13 to experience live demonstrations of the award-winning KeyWatcher® Touch system and explore comprehensive key control solutions designed specifically for residential building management. "For residential property managers, effective key control is no longer just good practice, it's essential. We understand the critical demand...