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AMAG announces Farpointe Data as certified member of its Symmetry Preferred Partner Program

As a certified partner, Farpointe’s Ranger long-range readers and transmitters integrate with AMAG’s Symmetry Access Control AMAG Technology, an integrated security provider of access control, video management and identity management solutions, is proud to announce that Farpointe Data is a certified member of AMAG’s Symmetry™ Preferred Partner Program. As a certified partner, Farpointe Data’s Ranger® Long-Range Readers and Transmitters integra...

Honeywell acquires Xtralis, video security and fire detection company, for $480 million

Honeywell has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Xtralis, a leading global provider of aspirating smoke detection along with advanced perimeter security technologies and video analytics software, for $480 million from funds advised by Pacific Equity Partners and Blum Capital Partners. Xtralis smoke detection solutions for facility security and incident management Xtralis aspirating smoke detection solutions protect many Fortune 500 companies, iconic sites and cr...

eyevis and Meyertech partnership to offer solutions for control rooms, CCTV, PSIM markets

Meyertech VMS is complimented by eyevis visual display solutions with joint PSIM integration capabilities Control room audio visual experts eyevis UK and leading video management software company Meyertech have announced a strategic partnership agreement as they work together to provide solutions for the security sector. The two companies will use their wide range of products to supply control rooms, CCTV and Physical Security Information Management (PSIM) markets across the...

Paxton net10 building intelligence system delivers access control, IP video management and building automation

Paxton’s building intelligence system, net10, is now available to purchase. Bringing the company’s 30 years’ experience in the security industry to the building management sector, net10 delivers out of the box access control, IP video management and building automation. Built with elegance and simplicity in mind, net10 is suitable for projects of all sizes, from the smallest retail facility to the largest university campus. Its launch marks a venture in a new sector for Paxton...

ASSA ABLOY launches DC700G-FM free-motion door closer for fire and smoke protection doors

ASSA ABLOY UK has launched the ultimate certified door closer that provides minimum opening forces, whilst retaining required closing forces, for fire and smoke protection doors. The DC700G-FM is the first door closer for door widths up to 1400mm that combines a free-swing function with Cam-Motion® technology, allowing users to operate fire doors with the same low forces as non-fire doors. This replicates the absence of a door closer, but offers reliable closing in the event of a fire. Dav...

IHS report: Boon Edam leads pedestrian security entrance market in the Americas

The report forecasts strong growth for security doors and booths until 2019 A recent IHS report on the pedestrian security entrance market for the period of 2012 to 2014 established Boon Edam as the market leader by a considerably wide margin in the Americas. The winning category covers “Pedestrian Entrance Control Equipment” and includes all types of security doors, turnstiles, and gates. Strong gains in share The report displays an increase of essentially 7% fo...

Johnson Controls and Tyco to merge, resulting company expects $32 billion 2016 revenue

Johnson Controls and Tyco announced that they have entered into a definitive merger agreement under which Johnson Controls, a global multi-industrial company, will combine with Tyco, a global fire and security provider, to create the leader in building products and technology, integrated solutions and energy storage. Under the terms of the agreement, which has been unanimously approved by both companies' Boards of Directors, Johnson Controls shareholders will own approximately 56 percent o...

Tyco Security and Tyco Fire Protection to launch Building Information Modelling library from January 2016

Users will be able to access Tyco’s extensive range of BIM objects for security and fire protection products Tyco Fire Protection Products and Tyco Security Products will launch their own living BIM (Building Information Modelling) library from January 2016. Users will be able to access Tyco’s extensive range of BIM objects for security and fire protection products, including detection, mechanical and suppression solutions. The library will also feature the company...

Intersec 2016's new Smart Home section highlights IoT's influence on the latest access control and surveillance technologies

Industry leaders will share centrestage at Intersec's new Smart Home section to showcase their latest technologies The increasing interconnectivity of smart home technology and its influence on safety and security will be under the spotlight this month in Dubai, as global manufacturers prepare to launch their latest high-tech smart home solutions at Intersec 2016. With analysts Gartner predicting 6.4 billion ‘things’ – from toasters and teapots to cars and h...

Storm Storm-AXS S60 integrated keypad/reader to showcase innovative technology and contemporary design at Intersec 2016

Storm integrated keypad/readeruniquely exploits the use of lightand form Increasing use of architectural glass and polished stone wall finishes create unique challenges for installers of access control systems. Keypads and readers must be easily installed (or pre-installed) within the width of a door frame or mullion. They must also convey an uncompromised commitment to luxury, quality and style. Storm-AXS S60 keypad/reader To meet this demand for both innovative technology...

Critical Infrastructure Protection & Resilience Europe 2016 to open with Ministerial keynote address

Ard van der Steur, Minister of Security & Justice, The Netherlands will be giving keynote address to open the conference Critical Infrastructure Protection & Resilience Europe is delighted to announce that Ard van der Steur, Minister of Security & Justice, The Netherlands will be giving the keynote address to open this year’s conference in The Hague from the 2nd -3rd March 2016 Ard van der Steur began his career as a lawyer at the law firm NautaDutilh in Rot...

Nortek Security & Control unveils 2GIG GC3 home security and automation panel at CES 2016

2GIG GC3 all-in-one touchscreen panel provides home security, manages up to 232 smart home devices CES 2016 - Sands Booth #70936 - Nortek Security & Control LLC, a Nortek Company and leader in the security and home control markets, recently announced the highly anticipated, next generation 2GIG® GC3 all-in-one home security and automation panel will roll out to dealers in February 2016. 7" all-in-one touchscreen panel features With over 2.6 million panels installed i...

Nedap level 2 BIM compliant library for access control trials in UK

The trial on BIM are currently being tested by a key group of UK consultants Nedap started a trial on Building Information Modeling (BIM) with a key group of UK consultants. BIM is a way of working to increase productivity in the building industry. It’s changing the way buildings, infrastructure and utilities are planned, designed, built and managed. BIM enables visualisation and risk analysis Ross Bale, Security Specialist at Nedap, says: “The building industry...

FLIR, DJI to develop DJI Zenmuse XT stabilised camera for commercial drone operators

FLIR and DJI announced plans to develop DJI Zenmuse XT stabilised camera featuring FLIR’s thermal imaging technology FLIR Systems, Inc. announced new technology collaboration with drone industry leader DJI Innovations. Under the strategic arrangement, the companies also announced plans to develop their first joint product, the DJI Zenmuse XT stabilised camera featuring FLIR’s thermal imaging technology for DJI’s Inspire 1 and Matrice aerial platforms. Combin...

Vanderbilt Aliro IP access control solution V1.15 with new roll call feature

Vanderbilt, a global leader in providing state-of-the-art security systems, has announced a new version of its innovative Aliro Internet protocol (IP) based access control solution. Aliro Market Package 1.15 provides a range of refinements to the previous product (originally launched at the end of 2014), while introducing new features to improve functionality within small to medium sized enterprises (SMEs). This is the first rebranded access control system from Vanderbilt since its acquisition o...

Siemens awarded British Safety Council Sword of Honour for excellent health and safety standards

Siemens was awarded in recognition of commitment to excellent health and safety management standards Siemens Building Technologies has just been awarded the British Safety Council Sword of Honour, which represents the pinnacle of achievement in the world of health and safety management. Each year, only businesses that have achieved a five star outcome following the BSC Five Star Occupational Health and Safety Audit are eligible for the Sword of Honour award, in recognitio...

ZKAccess LB7000 lockbox for instant lockdown of campus buildings

ZKAccess, a leading provider of biometric and RFID security solutions, is pleased to announce the release of the LB7000, its latest access control model. This state-of-the-art “lockbox” enables Facility Managers to instantly lockdown all doors on a campus, and was designed primarily in response to the horrific rash of active shooter incidents, most notably in schools. A wall-mounted hardware device with a soft touch keypad, the LB7000 lockbox acts as a simple switch and can instantl...

IHS report: Automatic Systems tops speed gate market in North America

In the American market, Automatic Systems increased its market share by over 4%, taking the top spot Automatic Systems, a world leader in the automation of secure entrance control, is North American speed gate market leader. This, according to the most recent IHS technology report 2015. In the American market, Automatic Systems increased its market share by over 4%, taking the top spot. In addition, with a 4% increase, taking a 22.5% market share, Automatic Systems is the lea...

ISC East 2015: Farpointe Data to discuss use of Ranger long range receivers for Wiegand network protection

With the Ranger receiver in the security closet, there would be no access readers installed at the door Farpointe Data, a DORMA Group Company, the access control industry's trusted global partner for RFID solutions, recently announced that access control integrators and end-users can help eliminate hacking of the Wiegand network by implementing its Ranger long range receivers installed in the locked security closet, with the electronic access control panels, out of harm's way....

IHS research: US intruder alarm equipment market demands diversification

The intrusion products’ marketing to residential sector has caused the U.S. market to reach heights of $500 million per year The U.S. market for intruder alarm equipment, which makes up 40 percent of the global market, reached $1.1 billion dollars last year. Numerous attempts have been made all over the world to replicate this success, ranging from home management to do-it-yourself (DIY) “bells and whistles” systems. This article will provide an overview of t...

IET to host round table at Critical Infrastructure Protection and Resilience Europe 2016

The IET Chairperson will then deliver the conclusions of the round table discussions during the main conference sessions The Institute of Engineering and Technology (IET) will again host a round table discussion led by leading IET experts at 2016 Critical Infrastructure Protection and Resilience, Europe. The IET Chairperson will then deliver the conclusions of the round table discussions during the main conference sessions. The IET will also be filming the whole conference a...

BSIA welcomes British Standard BS 8584: 2015 Vacant Property Protection Services – Code of Practice publication

BSIA was instrumental in development of standard and several VPP section members contributed their expertise The British Security Industry Association’s Vacant Property Protection section has welcomed the publication of British Standard BS 8584: 2015 Vacant Property Protection Services – Code of Practice. The BSIA was instrumental in the development of the standard and several members of its Vacant Property Protection (VPP) Section contributed their expertise throu...

LILIN video surveillance and access control solutions at 15th China Public Security Expo in Shenzhen, China

LILIN, video surveillance systems manufacturer, will showcase security vertical solutions at CPSE 2015 LILIN, a manufacturer of video surveillance systems, will participate at the 15th China Public Security Expo (CPSE) from October 29th to November 1st at the Shenzhen Convention and Exhibition Center in Shenzhen, China (LILIN Booth# 1B24). We will be showcasing LILIN’s latest product line up from frontend advanced IP surveillance camera products to backend Navigator VMS...

OffSite Vision Holdings EmergenZ Evacuation prepares facilities for emergency situations

OffSite Vision Holdings, Inc. (OSVH), specialists in real-time security and safety solutions, recently announced the launch of EmergenZ™ Evacuation, a new product that allows emergency responders and security personnel the ability to account for people during evacuation events by knowing who is left in the building and their location. EmergenZ™ Evacuation allows responders to access real-time location data 24/7 that is never static. Responders can quickly identify and account for eve...

AXIS Guard Suite of video analytics applications enhances network cameras’ video surveillance capabilities

Axis announces AXIS Guard Suite, a series of robust video analytics applications that quickly turn Axis network cameras into smart security systems, allowing a more pro-active approach to video surveillance. The offering targets small and medium-sized installations with an easy to install and affordable solution for efficient surveillance that is well suited for commercial, industrial and public grounds, buildings, and indoor areas. Integration with AXIS Camera Station Axis Communications, the...

Smiths Detection HI-SCAN 6040C compact checkpoint scanner for building security

Smiths Detection recently launched HI-SCAN 6040C, a compact checkpoint scanner designed specifically to screen hand-carried items in the entrance areas of public buildings. Easy upgradation to meet future security requirements HI-SCAN 6040C meets all requirements for the screening of bags, packages and other objects for prohibited or dangerous items in buildings such as correctional facilities, courthouses, embassies, banks and hotels. With its contemporary design and small footprint, the HI-S...

Antaira introduces LMP-0600-24 Ethernet switch line for harsh environment applications

Antaira Technologies is a global leading developer and supplier of industrial device networking and communication product solutions for harsh environment applications and is proud to announce its expansion in the industrial networking infrastructure family with the LMP-0600-24 series. LMP-0600-24 series features Antaira Technologies’ LMP-0600-24 series is a 6-port industrial PoE/PoE+ managed Ethernet switch, with a 12 to 36VDC low voltage power input support with a built-in voltage boost...

Exacq VMS and Kantech access control system integration offers seamless entry management and monitoring

Exacq Technologies, part of the Security Products business unit of Tyco, introduces a native integration with Kantech EntraPass access control system for immediate response to events. exacqVision version 7.2 video management system (VMS) software also includes setup indicators, a new list search mode, push notifications in Exacq mobile and alert configuration in Enterprise System Manager (ESM), a health monitoring program for use with exacqVision Enterprise network video recorders (NVRs). The i...

ASIS 2015: Securitech announces VIZpin compatible Control Trim series of electric release door handles

It is ideal for replacing card or key access at apartment and campus building entrances, gate entrances Securitech, the industry leader for innovative, purpose-driven locking devices, is announcing the availability of VIZpin®-enabled Bluetooth standalone access control in the Control Trim series of electric release door handles. This cost-effective, easy and flexible access control is now available for a wide range of applications, further enhancing the Control Trim’...

All-over-IP Expo 2015: Milestone VP Sales EMEA Thomas Lausten to discuss IT and video surveillance mega trends

Thomas will discuss how IoT will affect future of Intelligent Buildings, Intelligent Cities and Intelligent Highways at Smart City Conference Milestone VP Sales EMEA Thomas Lausten will share Milestone's perspective on mega trends in the IT and video surveillance industry at Smart City Conference – at All-over-IP Expo 2015, to be held for the 8th time in Moscow on November 18 and 19. Milestone Systems is an Education Sponsor for All-over-IP Expo 2015. IoT - The next ge...