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Morse Watchmans, the industry pioneer in key control and asset management systems, is proud to be showcasing its line of key control and asset management solutions at Expo Seguridad Mexico 2024, April 16-18 at the Centro Citibanamex, Mexico City. Morse Watchman’s new Emergency Key Grab (EKG) EKG will be on display alongside additional key control and asset management solutions at stand # 1837.   New and award-winning products “Following a successful showing at ISC West,...

Honeywell is showcasing key technologies from its security, fire, and life safety product lines at the 2024 International Security Conference and Exposition (ISC West), April 10 - 12 in Las Vegas. This supports Honeywell’s recently announced plans to focus its portfolio on three compelling megatrends, including automation, underpinned by robust digitalisation capabilities and solutions. Convenience and efficiency "At Honeywell, we provide cutting-edge security solutions that help p...

Johnson Controls, the global pioneer for smart, healthy and sustainable buildings, has announced the renewal of its reseller partnership with Everbridge. The collaboration aims to assist security pioneers with a centralised view of physical assets and external risk factors—such as geopolitical threats or natural disasters—that could impact organisational safety and resiliency. Partnership with Everbridge “Not only do today’s security pioneers face the challenge of stay...

Johnson Controls, the global pioneer in smart, healthy, and sustainable buildings, is pleased to announce the commercial availability of its Security Operations Centres (SOC) service offering in the North American market. Building on 50 years of central monitoring and response services internationally, the SOC offering is available to North American customers seeking to improve business continuity and help reduce risk at a predictable as-a-service fee.   State-of-the-art monitoring centre...

Centrios debuts at ISC West and addresses the North American small business market with a new access control platform comprised of an intuitive, secure app, web interface, and purpose-built electronic locks and readers. Additionally, the business Centrios, a brand and platform developed within ASSA ABLOY, leverages ASSA ABLOY’s scale and capacity to innovate with a bold new start-up strategy and digital-first, customer-centric approach. Digital access management “The small busines...

Yale, a pioneer in smart home security, announced the launch of Yale Pro® 2, the brand’s latest product line for the professional and multi-family market. Yale Pro 2 delivers the next generation of smart lock solutions to revolutionise how builders, integrators, and multi-family customers streamline access management and improve building security. Yale Pro 2 Yale Pro 2 includes the trusted convenience and security features that Yale smart locks are known for, including a variety of...

Cohesity, a pioneer in AI-powered data security and management, announced it is collaborating with Intel to bring Intel’s confidential computing capabilities to the Cohesity Data Cloud. Leveraged with Fort Knox, Cohesity’s cyber vault service, this data-in-use encryption innovation will be the first of its kind in the data management industry. Together, Cohesity and Intel are solving one of the most pressing cybersecurity challenges for CIOs. Traditionally, options have been limited...

Sielox, an established industry pioneer in layered access control solutions celebrating 45 years of success, is showcasing its pre-emptive, intelligent, and advanced layered access control security solutions at ISC West 2024 in booth 13109. One of the latest innovations on display is the latest release of AnyWare, Sielox’s next-generation browser-based access control monitoring and event management solution that delivers extreme cost efficiencies to both systems integrators and their...

Morse Watchmans, the industry pioneer in key control and asset management systems, adds emergency management to its long list of core competencies with the presentation of its Emergency Key Grab (EKG) Kit at ISC West, April 10-12 2024 at the Venetian Expo in Las Vegas. The EKG Kit, designed to facilitate swift emergency response in the event of a facility lockdown, will be on display at booth #11109 alongside a range of the company’s pioneering key control and asset management solutions.&...

Yale, a pioneer in smart home security, announced the launch of Yale Pro® 2, the brand’s latest product line for the professional and multi-family market. Yale Pro 2 delivers the next generation of smart lock solutions to revolutionise how builders, integrators, and multi-family customers streamline access management and improve building security. Range of additional features Yale Pro 2 includes the trusted convenience and security features that Yale smart locks are known...

Thailand’s pioneering fair for security and fire safety for commercial and industrial premises, announced at the press conference at Grand Hyatt Erawan Bangkok that the 2024 edition will return to the Bangkok International Trade & Exhibition Centre (BITEC), Bangkok, from 30 October – 1 November 2024.  Over 80 key local industry players were in attendance, and key stakeholders discussed the industry development and upcoming market trends with the audience. Conference attend...

Videx Security, a pioneer in access control and door entry systems, has announced a new 4312 Series entry panel for its VX2300 2-wire video system. This addition highlights Videx's commitment to providing advanced entry solutions that meet the needs of modern residential and commercial buildings. The 4312 Series entry panel, part of the Videx 4000 Series and available in standard vandal-resistant formats, introduces a range of innovative features designed to enhance security and user interactio...

Cables pioneer - AEI Cables is highlighting the need for the supply chain to be aware of the various pieces of legislation and guidance in the selection of cables to help make Britain’s buildings safer. The systems powered by these cables including smoke and heat extraction systems assist fire services in firefighting and a safe evacuation in the case of life safety. Selection and installation of cables The company has been communicating the importance of following the technical guidanc...

Hexagon’s Safety, Infrastructure & Geospatial division and RapidSOS announced a Digital Alerts solution for enabling firefighters to respond to commercial building fires and emergencies faster and with more accurate data. El Paso County 911 District in Texas is the first to deploy the new solution, bringing more efficient and informed emergency response to their community.   Digital Alerts With Digital Alerts, emergency communication centres (ECCs) receive fire dispatch in...

SwiftConnect, the pioneer in connected access enablement, and Wavelynx, a provider of interoperable and secure access solutions, announced that their deployment at Stream Realty Partners’ RiverSouth Austin marks the first use of access credentials in Samsung Wallet and Google Wallet in the corporate real estate market. Now, tenants and employees can use their Android devices and Galaxy phones for easy and secure building access at Austin’s most intelligent building. &...

SwiftConnect, a pioneer in connected access enablement, and Wavelynx, a provider of interoperable and secure access solutions, announced that Stream Realty Partners’ RiverSouth has launched the use of company badges across all major digital wallets for seamless NFC access at the smartest building in Austin, Texas. RiverSouth employees and tenants can now add their company badges to Apple Wallet, Google Wallet, or Samsung Wallet and use their iPhone, Apple Watch, Android device,...

Verkada, a pioneer in cloud physical security, is now a Mission Partner of The "I Love U Guys" Foundation, a national non-profit organisation that operates programs and trainings to standardise crisis response programs across schools. Verkada's partnership with The "I Love U Guys'' Foundation reinforces its commitment to providing real-time monitoring and response capabilities to help protect students during emergency situations. Integrated hardware and software solution The "I Love U Guys''...

GJD, a global pioneer in the design, manufacture, and supply of perimeter protection and intruder detection solutions, is thrilled to announce its participation in The Security Event 2024 (TSE24), the go-to destination for security installers and consultants in the UK. The event is scheduled to take place from 30th April to 2nd May 2024 at the NEC in Birmingham. LX LoRa Connect GJD will be launching its new ultra-long-range, wireless integration system, the LX LoRa Connect, which has been des...

Verkada, a pioneer in enterprise building security and management, launches its inaugural Impact Report and committed it will reach net zero emissions by 2045. As Verkada's business continues to rapidly scale, so has the company's impact on the communities where it operates: more than 1 million Verkada devices are online protecting people and property for 22,000 customers in 70 countries. Sustainable future together "While our mission is focused on the people and the property that we're prot...

Gunnebo Entrance Control has launched SpeedStile FP Glide as a stylish new form of entrance control, designed to meet the evolving security needs of modern offices, public spaces, and commercial buildings. The new SpeedStile FP Glide sets a new standard for entrance control systems with its fast-operating bi-directional passage and smooth sliding doors. Detection and alarm procedures Engineered to deter fraud and unauthorised access, the system presents real-time detection and alarm procedure...

Siemens and Enlighted, a pioneering property technology company owned by Siemens, announced a strategic partnership with Zumtobel Group, a global lighting solutions provider, to advance the adoption of smart building technologies including intelligent IoT lighting, setting new standards for efficiency and sustainability in building operations worldwide. At the core of the partnership lies the technical integration of Enlighted's industry-pioneering smart sensors into Zumtobel Group's lighting p...

Comelit-PAC has announced a strategic partnership with CSL to take advantage of a secure and reliable IoT connection for its complete PAC GDX portfolio. To enhance remote system administration, configuration, and connectivity to cloud platforms. The partnership with CSL enables Comelit-PAC to leverage CSL's IoT SIMs to ensure reliable and secure connectivity for its 4G PAC & GDX site routers, integral components of building safety and security systems.  These roaming IP SIMs provide C...

In the fast-paced business environment, ensuring the security of valuable assets and sensitive information is paramount.  In this article, they will delve into the different types of commercial safes available, their benefits for businesses, installation considerations, and the cost involved. What are commercial safes?  In 2022/2023, there were 6,558 thefts by employees reported in England and Wales. Commercial safes, also known as business safes, offer a comprehensive solution...

Verkada, a pioneer in cloud-managed enterprise building security and management, announced its new connectivity solution, the GC31 Cellular Gateway, that will enable device deployment in hard-to-wire or remote locations, a new set of government-grade solutions, including Command for video security and visitor management hosted on AWS GovCloud, an updated mobile app for iOS and Android, as well as a range of feature updates that expand and improve upon Verkada's Command platform. GC31 Cellular...

Verkada, a pioneer in cloud-managed enterprise building security and management, announces its new connectivity solution, the GC31 Cellular Gateway, that will enable device deployment in hard-to-wire or remote locations, a new set of government-grade solutions, including Command for video security and visitor management hosted on AWS GovCloud, an updated mobile app for iOS and Android, as well as a range of feature updates that expand and improve upon Verkada's Command platform. GC31 Cellular...

Verkada, a pioneer in cloud-managed enterprise building security and management, announced new investments to continue growing its go-to-market function. With the arrival of new pioneers in demand generation, field marketing, channel, and product marketing, the company will build on the momentum from 2023 to expand and enrich customer and partner relationships in the year ahead. Latest marketing team Richard Rogers joins Verkada to lead Global Demand Gen & Field Marketing Richard Rogers...

ASIS International and the Security Industry Association (SIA), the membership association for the security industry, have announced details for the 2024 Security LeadHER conference, a special event dedicated to advancing, connecting, and empowering women in the security profession.  The second annual Security LeadHER conference will be held from Monday, June 24 – Tuesday, June 25, 2024, at the Sheraton Phoenix Downtown in Phoenix, Arizona, USA. Security LeadHER Born of a need to e...

ISS (Intelligent Security Systems), a global provider of video intelligence and data awareness solutions, announced that it has entered into a partnership with Convergint, a global pioneer in service-based systems integration.  As part of the agreement, ISS and Convergint will provide end users across a wide variety of different vertical markets with AI-powered video intelligence solutions to help improve and streamline security, safety, and business operations throughout their respective...

Pioneering home service experts Heather Ripley and Ryan Redding will bring years of experience to an exclusive presentation at the AHR Expo on January 22 in Chicago. The duo is set to discuss strategies home service business owners can implement to forge better connections with customers and grow their business. “Building Trust and Success: The Essential Role of Reputation in Home Services Businesses” will be presented at 9:30 a.m. in S405a and is free to all registered AHR att...

Shooter Detection Systems (SDS), an Alarm.com company and provider of the world’s pioneering gunshot detection solutions, will introduce a campaign at CES 2024 to empower individuals to make their schools, workplaces, and communities safer by employing lifesaving gunshot detection technology. In an active shooter situation, gunshot detection is highly effective at mitigating injury and loss of life but is often overlooked by federal funding sources that traditionally support a wide range...