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Organisations utilise the cloud for existing applications, including data storage, HR, email and security According to a new study commissioned by Schneider Electric, companies across industries are increasingly leveraging the cloud for security applications, with 42 percent of respondents indicating they currently run security applications in the cloud and almost half (45 percent) stating they are likely or extremely likely to transition security operations to the cloud in th...

EyeLynx recently launched the EPR-100 and EPR-500 radars to enhance security protection at large sites A software security expert is celebrating a decade of protecting the City of London 10 years after its iconic video recording and management software was first installed. Multi-megapixel CCTV solution Jay Patel, Founder of the SharpView system, first installed the multi-megapixel CCTV solution at CityPoint, 1 Ropemaker Street, in November, 2006. This is recognised as the wo...

The SOSEC range meets the challenges of combining security with mobility, solar power, durability, and flexibility The future looks bright for Maidstone-based Green Gate Access Systems as the company powers up to meet significant demand for its SOSEC solar powered range of products launched last autumn. This revolutionary new approach to securing worksites has proved a hit with new and existing clients, including Keir Living and Taylor Wimpey, who have rolled the system out t...

Steven brings unparalleled expertise to the role, having held senior positions in both the UK and abroad International Airport Review Magazine introduces Steven Thompson to the Aviation Advisory Board. Steven, the Specialised Protective Services Development Manager, for Securitas UK, is responsible for development of the company’s offering within the aviation services sector.Unparalleled knowledgeSteven brings unparalleled expertise to the role, having held senior positi...

The SOSEC barrier and gate system can be delivered with a battery store for up to one month’s use Green Gate Access Systems did Kent proud at the home of Liverpool FC, after its SOSEC range of products were recognised as one of the year’s top innovations at the 2016 Builder and Engineer Awards. Now in its 13th year, the awards act as a platform to recognise some of the most innovative new products, the best projects, and well established companies and manufacturer...

Intersec 2017 will feature more than 1,300 exhibitors from 54 countries The declaration from a Dubai Government official that worker lives are being put at risk due to firms failing to properly clothe and protect them has garnered the attention of global health and safety companies and manufacturers of Personal Protection Equipment (PPE). Worker safety Raed Al Marzouqi, Head of Occupational Health and Safety at Dubai Municipality, told delegates at the recently concluded BOH...

Over 100 exhibiting brands showcased the latest productive and cutting edge technologies The sixth edition of BuildTech Asia 2016, the region’s leading trade show for the building and construction industry, recorded an increased visitor attendance of 35% over the three-day event. Organised by Sphere Exhibits and hosted by the Building and Construction Authority (BCA), the annual trade show was held from 18 to 20 October, in conjunction with the Singapore Construction Pro...

Intersec Saudi Arabia 2017 is expected to host more than 100 exhibitors, including 22 launch partners Saudi Arabia and the UAE are leading the upward trend for the fire safety systems market in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), as stringent government regulations fuel demand for the replacement of existing and outdated equipment. According to consultancy firm 6Wresearch, the GCC’s fire safety systems market was worth US $ 1.36 billion in 2015, with Saudi Arabia (US $...

BSI’s BS 8517 recommends how to handle security dogs, while complying with existing government legislation BSI, the business standards company, has launched BS 8517-1, Code of practice for the use of general security dogs and BS 8517-2, Code of practice for the use of detection dogs, to provide guidelines for organisations and individuals who use dogs as a security measure. BSI convened a diverse group of individuals and organisations who use security dogs, such as cons...

Princeton Identity Inc. is formerly a line of business of SRI International, marketed under the SRI Identity brand Princeton Identity Inc., an innovator in biometric technologies, announces that the company has been selected to receive the Outstanding Technology Development Company Award for 2016 by the New Jersey Tech Council. Outstanding Technology Development Award “New Jersey ranks in the top 5 States for innovation according to the 2016 Bloomberg Innovation Index,...

JCB Smart Towers protect and secure construction site staff, the public, plant, and equipment An innovative security system that delivers dramatic reductions in cost, time, emissions, and health and safety risks, is to be highlighted at the property and construction London Build show, Olympia, 26th-27th October, 2016. Construction site security JCB Smart Tower’s integrated technologies both protect and secure construction site staff, the public, plant and equipment. It...

JCB Smart Towers combine the latest cameras with wireless networks, sensors, and power sources A dramatic switch from human guards to cost-effective smart technologies has been the trend in site security in the last year. Recent projects carried out by the construction specialist, VPS Site Security, have demonstrated savings of over 60% in security budgets, providing an improved, comprehensive security net 24/7 at lower cost.Costain, GallifordTry, Carillion, Taylor Wimpey and...

FJC, a provider of uniformed security professionals, was purchased by Allied Universal, a facilities services company Allied Universal, a leading facility services company and the largest security force in North America with over 150,000 employees and co-HQ in Conshohocken, PA and Santa Ana, CA, has announced the purchase of FJC Security Services, based in Floral Park, N.Y. Terms of the deal were not disclosed. “FJC has had an outstanding reputation for years, and its o...

SOSEC combines a five-metre automatic traffic barrier with optional drop skirt and LED lights to control vehicles, with a rugged, locked and self-closing gate for pedestrians The UK’s first mobile, solar powered barrier and gate system will be officially unveiled for the first time at the Construction Expo next month. Harnessing the sun’s energy, SOSEC is a revolutionary new approach to securing work sites; without the need for a power source it can be used anywhe...

Cosec Door Fmx can work various applications such as access control, time-attendance, visitor management, vehicle access management and others Matrix, a manufacturer of Physical Security and Telecom solutions has announced the launch of its cutting edge Multispectral Fingerprint Door Controller - Cosec Door Fmx, expanding its Access Control and Time-Attendance portfolio to address high-security and industrial needs of modern enterprises. Cosec Door Fmx multispectral technolog...

Throughout his career at Delta Scientific, Ricardo Mercado has held various responsibilities within the organisation Delta Scientific, a manufacturer of counter-terrorist vehicle control systems used in the United States and internationally, announced that Ricardo Mercado, a 12-year employee of the company, has been named the company's Vice President of Operations. Mercado has extensive backgrounds in general construction, project management, and the vehicle barrier indus...

The HD videos are also being used as safety tools and traffic management systems, as well as for security Specialist security provider, VPS Site Security, has seen a dramatic switch from human patrols to more guardless systems in the last twelve months. Recent projects have seen savings of over 60% in security budgets, providing an improved, more comprehensive security net that oversees sites 24/7 but at low cost. Costain, GallifordTry, Carillion, Taylor Wimpey and Murphy are...

Along with conference, technologies including surveillance systems, access control, fire safety, cyber & perimeter security will be exhibited With new speakers being confirmed almost daily, the line up for Securex West Africa Exhibition and Conference is cementing its position as the paramount security and public safety event for the Government and Private sector in West Africa. Running from the 1st – 3rd March 2016 at the Landmark Centre, Lagos. The security market...

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...

Maxxess will also demonstrate new functionality within ambit, its next-generation cloud-based mobile workforce management system Maxxess recently confirms that it will be unveiling a suite of powerful new functions to enhance its market-leading eFusion and ambit security solutions, enabling organisations in the Middle East to counter growing risks, including terror alerts, cyber threats and major incidents that could disrupt routine business. To meet the challenge of higher t...

Matrix, a leading telecom and security solutions provider, is launching a device that is facilitated with battery back-up – COSEC VEGA BBU. This wireless device, which is to be used in conjunction with COSEC VEGA devices, is specifically designed to assist in collection of employee attendance data where installation of punching devices may not be possible or power supply and wiring are major issues. Some of the unique features of COSEC VEGA BBU: Battery back-up: VEGA BBU can be used in...

According to John Baker, Country Manager, the approval will help Automatic Systems carry out contracts more quickly and easily Automatic Systems, a world leader in the automation of secure entrance control, announces that it is now Constructionline approved. Constructionline is the UK's leading procurement and supply chain management service that collects, assesses and monitors standard company information through a question set that is aligned to PAS 91, the standardised pre...

Idesco has positioned itself to answer increasing demand for advanced access control products through its co-operation with Sarus Idesco Oy, an RFID technology world pioneer, has begun cooperating with Sarus Technology in the Eurasian Economic market, providing sales and marketing support across the zone. Sarus Technology is a division of Sarus Ltd., which distributes Auto-ID products in Russia, Belarus, Kazakhstan, Ukraine and CIS markets. A significant growth potential exis...

The companies will combine operations and will be led by current VideoSurveillance.com President  VideoSurveillance.com, a Portland, Oregon-based video surveillance integration company, is merging with CamGuard, a Corona, California-based provider of managed video surveillance services, as part of an investment by Riverlake Partners, a Portland-based private equity firm. Financial terms were not disclosed. The two security companies will combine operations and will be le...

ISNR official - ME homeland security market will see CAGR of 18.7%, and hit $34 billion per year by 2020 According to a recent Frost and Sullivan report, the Middle East’s homeland security market will see a compound annual growth rate that is three times the global average, and it is driven primarily by economic diversification and massive scale-up in infrastructure projects such as the centrepiece of Abu Dhabi Airports multibillion-dollar investment program, the Midfie...

Event brought together over 4,200 exhibitors, speakers, delegates & trade associations BuildTech Yangon, Myanmar’s definitive trade show for the building and construction industry concluded on 29 May 2015 after three days of fulfilling knowledge sharing, trade discussions and successful commercial engagements. The second edition of this much sought- after trade show unveiled innovative products and solutions for Myanmar’s built environment sector, resultin...

This year event will have a new workshop-led format where selected critical topics will be discussed The Saudi Safety & Security Forum and Exhibition takes place annually and attracts a broad cross section of the industry to the Eastern Province of Saudi Arabia, the industrial hub for the Middle East region. Launched in 2011, SSS Arabia has combined an international exhibition and strategic workshops to serve these extremely important industries – safety, securi...

Idesco will offer the latest access control, video surveillance and ID card solutions to property managers Idesco Corp., a leading New York-based security systems integrator, today announced it will be exhibiting at the BuildingsNY show at the Javits Convention Center on April 28th and 29th. Idesco will be at booth #106 to offer the latest access control, video surveillance and ID card solutions to property managers and building owners. Video surveillance and access control s...

Andrew has held a number of key positions gaining valuable technical, commercial and programme management experience Siemens has announced the appointment of Dr Andrew Robinson as Managing Director of Siemens Building Technologies for UK and Ireland. Andrew assumed the role on 31st March 2014 and brings with him a wealth of experience within the technology and construction industries. Having worked within Siemens since 1998, Andrew has held a number of key positions gaining v...

Cartell offers products for security, home automation, electrical, construction and gate/access control industries Preferred Technologies Group, a U.S.-based company and manufacturer of Cartell driveway alarms and gate openers, is now accepting distributorships around the world to sell its products. The Cartell line of products has been manufactured in the U.S. since 1975. It is sold exclusively through distributors. It was initially introduced in the security industry. Since...