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G4S Technology introduces the Javelin - a new range of card readers designed and built to look good, be user friendly and reduce environmental impact. The Javelin sets the standard, not only for its green design and build but also through its technological capabilities. The features of the Javelin card reader range have been thought through to provide high security, modern design and usability. The Javelin is one of the first card readers on the market to offer a four line graphical display w...

As a new survey warns of the escalating cost of retail crime in the UK, leading surveillance solutions manufacturer CBC (Europe) has strengthened its retail CCTV range by introducing an innovative range of internal mini-dome cameras. These new 3-inch units offer retailers the advantages of discreet, low cost and high-res 600TVL resolution surveillance.Installation time using the C-D3000 range is minimised using an optional Quick Install Pipe, while standard features include enhanced picture qual...

 Counter Terror Expo has warned that effective immigration controls are a prerequisite to national securityBritain's border security has been called into question less than a year before the country plays host to the 2012 Olympic Games.At issue is a government minister authorised pilot scheme to relax controls for certain passport holders. This authorised scheme envisioned perceived low risk individuals being allowed unfettered entry to the country. All others would be subjected to the...

 ComNet's new sales people will handle demand for ComNet products in the French-language regions of Europe and AsiaComNet Europe Ltd of Leeds in the United Kingdom, manufacturer of fibre optic transmission and networking equipment, has announced an its plans to add two additional sales people to handle demand for ComNet products in the French-language regions of Europe and Asia.Mick Issa has been appointed as Regional Sales Manager for France, Belgium, Luxemburg and the Francophone cou...

This is the first time a building security business has attained the awardG4S Technology has recently been awarded Certification to ISO 27001, the internationally recognised standard for information security management systems, demonstrating their commitment to adopt best practice for data security. This is the first time a building security business has attained the award.As information security breaches are predicted to increase in the future, customers are demanding assurance that their supp...

 Visitors to the Keytracker stand will see live demonstrations of the company's renowned secure key management As one of the UK's leading designers and manufacturers of secure key management systems, Keytracker recently highlighted its wide experience and technical expertise at this year's Total Workplace Management exhibition.Visitors to the Keytracker stand were able to see live demonstrations of the company's renowned secure key management systems which have gained a reputation for simpl...

Bosch Security Systems, Inc. announced that its D7412GV3-USA and D9412GV3-USA Control Panels and the D1255-USA keypad now comply with the Buy America Act. This status provides Bosch dealers with more opportunities to use these products in applications that call for compliance.With robust features that include NIST Certified Rijndael Encryption, GV3 is the product of choice for many commercial, military and government installations. It is the newest release in Bosch's popular G Series line and of...

Duncan Cooke will be heading the UK sales and marketing department of G4S Technology G4S Technology, a leading provider of integrated building security systems, has appointed Duncan Cooke as Director of Sales and Marketing, Steve Pike as Business Development Manager and Steve Mabbutt as Campaign Manager, to build upon recent growth. Reporting directly to G4S Technology's MD Stewart Angell, Duncan Cooke will be leading the UK sales and marketing department. Previous to joining G4S Technology, Du...

  Avigilon continues advancing state-of-the-art surveillance camerasAvigilon, a leader in high-definition (HD) and megapixel video surveillance solutions, unveiled a number of new products at ASIS 2011 today including the 29 megapixel (MP) JPEG2000 HD Pro Camera, a powerful high-definition surveillance camera.Avigilon designed and developed the JPEG2000 HD Pro Camera series, which now starts at 8 MP and goes all the way up to 29 MP. The JPEG2000 HD Pro Camera's clarity, resolution, and...

 Thales is merging the activities of Thales Communications and Thales Security Solutions & ServicesThales announces the creation of Thales Communications & Security, a company combining the joint skills of Thales Communications and Thales Security Solutions & Services in the fields of defence, security and ground transportation. This merger reflects the growing convergence of information management issues in these areas. By combining these globally recognised skills, this compan...

 Tranport Security Expo and Conference  focuses on public transportation security withstanding acts of terrorismThe security of airfreight, whether carried on passenger or cargo flights, has been brought into sharp focus with the discovery Friday of two Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs) in cargo destined for the United States of America. One of the devices was discovered in the cargo facility at East Midlands Airport and the other at Dubai International. Both of them w...

  CNL's IPSecurity Center a software based integration and management platform The Global Healthcare Practice of Ingersoll-Rand plc, a world leader in creating and sustaining safe, comfortable and efficient environments, has entered into a technology agreement with CNL Software, a global provider of Physical Security Information Management (PSIM) software, designed for complete Integrated Situation Management. Under the terms of the agreement, Ingersoll Rand will license a private...

  According to Schneider Electric converged security systems based on network IP provide better securityAt this year's Counter Terror Expo Schneider Electric is promoting the benefits of intelligent, converged critical security systems. According to the company a converged approach can help organisations to effectively manage the ever-increasing, ever-changing threat of international terrorism, and can reduce capital and operational expenditure. Critical security systems have tradition...

  Smarti Hybrid is portable access control unit for maximised securityLast year on IFSEC, TAB Systems launched the new smarti Guardeon unit and won the Best Access control Product award . This year at IFSEC 2011 Tab Systems plan to launch a new portable access control unit and a TCP/IP Relay controller called smarti TCP/IP Relay Box.Smarti Hybrid is a portable access control, presence tracking and building automation solution. For mobility the unit is equipped with WIFI, mobile connect...

 Infosecurity Europe is set to take place at Earls Court, London from 19 to 21st April HID Global, trusted leader in solutions for the delivery of secure identity, announced that it will showcase the latest advances and offerings in physical and logical access control and converged solutions as well as secure issuance at next week's Infosecurity Europe 2011. Together with ActivIdentity, HID will highlight its expanded offering that delivers a unique portfolio of intelligent identity assuran...

Honeywell's latest software tool helps integrators tie together commercial security technology into larger building automation systems. Using graphical programming, the Honeywell Software Development Kit (HSDK) eliminates the need to manually write code when designing integrated systems that tie security technology together with building systems such as secondary fire, lighting and heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC). This approach can significantly reduce the time needed to design...

 SeeTec will launch its Multi Solution Platform as well as its latest software release 5.3.9 at IFSEC 2011SeeTec, market leader for platform independent IP video management software in the German-speaking countries, will showcase its capable and flexible solutions on IFSEC Birmingham this year again. Together with the booth partners Advancis and Eyevis, the interaction of video, building management and visualisation will be presented on booth D145 in hall 4.In practice, the video manag...

 Nextiva® Retail Traffic Analytics™ from Verint recognised as best integrated security software solutionVerint® Systems Inc. announced that it has been awarded the 2011 "Tomorrow's Technology Today" award by Info Security Products Guide, an industry-leading information security research and advisory guide, in the category of integrated security software solution. This prestigious honour recognises security vendors with advanced, groundbreaking technologies and s...

 Building and site protection will now improve with the launch of new website by Harper Chalice  Harper Chalice has launched a new website to help planners improve site and building protection with electrified systems, following its top-ranking performance in recent rough weather testing by independent Government assessors. The test agency, which evaluated market-leading systems over 8 months, confirmed that Harper Chalice's PulseSecure PROTECTOR was the highest performing el...

 Schools will benefit with the latest guide on CCTV which was released by ADTADT announced CCTV security strategies as part of the "Security in Schools Series" to ensure the protection of pupils, staff and property. ADT, Europe's leading provider of electronic, fire and security solutions, has released a "Guide to CCTV in Schools" offering practical steps to deploying and managing CCTV systems across educational facilities. As part of the "Security in Schools Series...

  SALTO systems submitted a CPD seminar presentation titled Building Security and Access Solutions to RIBA SALTO Systems is a member of the RIBA (Royal Institute of British Architects) CPD Providers Network which offers architects and other construction professionals genuine, high-quality CPD (Continuing Professional Development) material.We recently submitted a new CPD seminar presentation titled 'Building Security and Access Solutions' to RIBA and are delighted to announce the semina...

   i-Evo has kept its biometric fingerprint readers simple, small, easy to operate and low in cost according to the market Lumidigm announced that i-Evo (Newcastle upon Tyne, UK) is using the company's multispectral imaging sensors to produce a line of extremely versatile fingerprint readers that can be used both indoors and outdoors, including in harsh environments that render most biometric readers inoperable. The i-Evo team has kept the design of the biometri...

  ASSA ABLOY's door locking system will enable more secure and safe access to educational institutions ASSA ABLOY Access Control will be showcasing its smart locking system as part of a wide range of integrated security solutions for schools, at this year's BSEC exhibition. Visitors to stand 20434 can see live demonstrations of Aperio as a wireless locking solution, which can be incorporated into existing access control systems simply and cost effectively to instantly update the securi...

  Commercial thermal security camera market is predicted to continue to expand rapidly in the year 2011 The use of thermal security cameras in surveillance applications is not a new phenomenon. Historically, thermal cameras have been deployed in high security buildings, border protection projects and to protect critical infrastructure such as, nuclear power plants, prisons, airports and pipelines. However, thermal cameras used in these applications have been costly and beyond the reach...

 Buildings and complexes in Berkeley County, West Virginia will get security surveillance infrastructure from MOBOTIX    MOBOTIX, a technology leader and system provider of digital high-resolution network-based video security systems announced an extensive installation agreement with Berkeley County, West Virginia, in which the company will be integrating a highly advanced surveillance infrastructure across multiple municipal buildings and complexes.Adding more than 25 Hemispheric...

  ACT will showcase its range of access control and door entry solutions at Intersec 2011 in DubaiAccess Control Technology (ACT) Ltd. will be exhibiting at Intersec 2011, the premier exhibition of security technology products and services in the Middle East.ACT will be showcasing their wide range of access control and door entry solutions including the ACT pro product suite. The ACT pro products include IP based door controllers and readers based on Mifare reading technologies, includ...

Chubb Fire service fire detection systems quarterly at West Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service HeadquartersChubb Fire has extended its contract with the West Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service to include the servicing of fire alarms at the brigade headquarters and 37 stations. Chubb Fire is a business of UTC Fire & Security, a unit of United Technologies Corp.Chubb has been servicing and supplying fire extinguishers to West Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service for six years and was approached by...

The Brownyard Award is presented to a security professional to honour heroism in the execution of dutiesIgor Kovacevic, a G4S Custom Protection Officer® who extinguished a hotel fire in Memphis and helped to evacuate 130 occupants safely, has received the Brownyard Award for Meritorious Service presented at the ASIS Foundation Dinner on October 14 in Dallas, Texas. Each year, the Brownyard Award is presented to a security professional to honour heroism in the execution of his or her duties....

  The seminars will take place on the 3rd and 10th December at Group 4 Technology in TewkesburyGroup 4 Technology are holding a series of seminars on the future of building security for businesses. The sessions will be a fantastic opportunity to get up to speed with the latest in security technology that will affect both you and your business. The knowledge will be fundamental in supporting you when making future decisions about security to protect your assets, buildings and staff.Secu...

 Group 4 Technology are holding a series of seminars on the future of building security Group 4 Technology are holding a series of seminars on the future of building security for businesses.  One of the key topics of the seminar focuses on the move towards network based IP solutions, how this is drawing more people at management level into security decisions and a look at the technology driving this change.Another area of focus is the integration of a company's current security sy...