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Picosens introduces Quantum physically coded key as an alternative to RFID and wireless locking systems

Picosens develops a quantum physically coded key as an alternative to RFID and wireless for the locking systems of the future. The solid and rod formed Quantum Key – an innovative new development from the company Picosens – comprises a stainless steel body which carries a code that is neither visible nor touchable. After reading the key code inside a special reader unit any typical electronic locking mechanism can be operated. The key is passive and operates without wireless or magn...

Freedonia study: Security products and services demand in US education market to reach $2.5 billion in 2020

Increases in education security spending will benefit from a rebound in educational building construction expenditures Demand for security products and services in the education market is expected to rise 3.4 percent annually to $2.5 billion in 2020. Increases in education security spending will benefit from a rebound in educational building construction expenditures, as the most significant security upgrades tend to occur when new buildings are constructed or during large-sca...

Master Locksmith Association offers advice on facility management, safety and security

Electronic access control systems can often also be integrated into “time and attendance” recording devices With the vast amount of people visiting large public sector buildings on a day-to-day basis, security is paramount. The facility must be managed correctly to limit criminal activity, injury and costly claims. Conducting detailed security checks To ensure the facility you are in charge of is as secure as possible whilst not impeding safety, executing thoroug...

Magenta Security appoints additional 35 security guards to meet client requirements

Magenta has started working with a number of new organisations to provide security services & extend contracts Magenta Security, one of the UK’s fastest growing private security firms, has strengthened its security guarding team on the back of a series of new business wins.  Increasing demand for security guarding services In recent months, Magenta has started working with a number of new organisations to provide security services, as well as extending contrac...

VIVOTEK and VIDEONETICS to deliver integrated license plate recognition solutions in India

With VIVOTEK IP cameras, Videonetics offers real-time, video analytics processing for detection and tracking of people VIVOTEK, a global IP surveillance provider, recently announced a strategic business partnership with VIDEONETICS, one of the fastest growing Indian video management & analytics software companies. These two companies have collaborated for many years to deliver greater capabilities in integrated License Plate Recognition (LPR) and have already implemented s...

Convergint Technologies announces acquisition of Enion AG Integrated Security Solutions

The joint organisation provides a diverse range of service-based solutions supported by highly experienced workforce Convergint Technologies, a worldwide leader in service-based systems integration, recently announced the acquisition of Enion AG Integrated Security Solutions. Enion offers reliable, innovative, and cost-effective security solutions tailored to the complex needs of its clients. Convergint’s business expansion With a location in mainland Europe, the acqu...

Magenta expands security guarding team on the back of extending business contracts

Magenta's new security guard recruits will benefit from full training and a raft of employee benefits Magenta Security, one of the UK’s fastest growing private security firms, has strengthened its security guarding team on the back of a series of new business wins. Expanding security team In recent months, Magenta has started working with a number of new organisations to provide security services, as well as extending contracts with existing clients. As a result, i...

ASSA ABLOY Access Control appoints Gareth Ellams as Managing Director

Gareth will continue ASSA ABLOY's journey of integrating with third party OEMs to provide innovative access control solutions ASSA ABLOY Access Control, a UK division of ASSA ABLOY, the global leader in door opening solutions has appointed Gareth Ellams as its new Managing Director. Gareth has twenty years of experience working in the security industry, including two years at ASSA ABLOY where he launched a number of new products into EMEA including Aperio® L100. Cost-eff...

BSI releases private label Centurion AM Acousto-Magnetic Electronic Article Surveillance systems

Best Security Industries (BSI), a premiere provider of certified, pre-owned and private label electronic article surveillance (EAS) systems and engineered IP video solutions, recently announced the addition of a new line of private label Acousto-Magnetic (AM) Electronic Article Surveillance (EAS) systems, branded Centurion AM. Various configurations available The Centurion AM Systems come in a variety of configurations including stand-alone pedestals, door frame mounted and concealed loop solu...

Secutech 2016 to accommodate five specialised pavilions highlighting key technologies in Taiwan

Secutech is one of the most influential international exhibitions for electronic security, home security, info security and fire & safety Taipei will become the focus of the international security industry again as the 19th edition of Secutech is set to commence next week at the Taipei Nangang Exhibition Center in Taiwan. The show is renowned as one of the most influential international exhibitions and conferences for electronic security, home security, info security and f...

HID Global integrates Seos technology and SureID identity management programs

HID and SureID integration enables organisations to verify the identity of vendors, contractors to increase security HID Global®, a worldwide leader in secure identity solutions, and SureID, Inc., a leader in identity management programmes and solutions, recently announced a technology alliance that combines HID Global’s breakthrough Seos® credential technology with SureID’s high-assurance identity management programs. These programs provide organisations...

Carrie Eastwood joins Kings Security as Head of Sales for Guarding division

Her new role will see her grow both the manned and mobile security services of Kings Security Carrie Eastwood has joined Bradford based Kings Security, the largest privately owned provider of security systems in the UK, as head of sales for the business’ guarding division. Focusing on manned and mobile security services Carrie brings over 13 years of industry experience to her new role having previously worked for businesses including Securitas, VSG and The Keyholding...

Panasonic's new European solutions company focuses on utilities, transportation and logistics markets

The new PSSEU will be led by Tony O’Brien who has over 20 years of experience in enterprise solutions Panasonic has recently announced the creation of a new European solutions company that will bring together its various business products and develop world class solutions for its customers, offering a single point of contact and accountability. Panasonic System Solutions Europe (PSSEU), a division of Panasonic Marketing Europe, founded on 1 April 2016, develops market s...

Morse Watchmans key management solutions upgrades to be demonstrated at ISC West 2016

Morse Watchmans’ ISC West exhibit demonstrates how its advanced key management systems create an integrated state-of-the-art security system Product enhancements that add convenience and network security, and an expanded list of integrations and connectivity with leading access control solutions are just some of the innovations featured by Morse Watchmans this week at ISC West. Also on display is a new video that captures the essence of the industry-leading key managemen...

Dortronics showcases door control solutions for cleanroom installations at ISC West 2016

Dortronics demonstrates 4000 Series mantraps, WR5276 switches, 1107xEDR maglock and 5278 touchless switches Dortronics Systems is highlighting a variety of products ideally suited for cleanroom installations this week at ISC West (Booth # 1037). A number of these solutions have recently gained significant traction in pharmaceutical laboratory and other sensitive manufacturing applications where maintaining sterile, secure environments is critical. “Dortronics has comple...

Seagate introduces Innov8, world’s first USB-powered desktop hard drive with 8TB capacity

Seagate Technology Plc., a world leader in storage solutions, recently announced the launch of Seagate® Innov8™, the world’s first USB-powered desktop hard drive. Seagate Innov8 features innovation from the inside out with its industry-leading 8TB capacity, trend-setting Ignition Boost Technology and expressive design. Convenience and capacity There is still an abundance of consumer electronics that require an external power supply, placing a premium on power outlets. With adva...

Y3K appoints Mike Barrett as National Sales Manager to manage growth of IQCCTV and Smart-i in UK

Barrett aims to achieve significant growth and market share for Y3K’s group subsidiaries, IQCCTV and Smart-i, within the UK Y3K, the UK's leading manufacturer and distributor of HD CCTV, Smart Home Security and Access Control solutions, has appointed Mike Barrett as National Sales Manager. Barrett’s remit will be to achieve significant growth and gain market share for Y3K’s group subsidiaries, IQCCTV and Smart-i, within the UK region. Specialist electronic s...

ISC West 2016: Farpointe to highlight anti-hacking readers for card-based access control systems at Connected Security Expo

Farpointe will provide multiple options for contactless card systems to stop hackers from entering IT and OT systems At the ISC West Exposition, Farpointe Data, the access control industry's global partner of choice for premium RFID solutions, will be emphasising how organisations can remove their card-based access control systems from becoming major targets for hackers to ultimately access Information Technology (IT) and Operation Technology (OT) systems. The show will be hel...

PSA Security to host education track at ISC West 2016 and cybersecurity sessions at Connected Security Expo in Las Vegas

The PSA track at ISC West will cover best practices in systems integration, risk management, video analytics trends PSA Security Network®, the world’s largest electronic security cooperative, recently announced it will host an education track at ISC West 2016 and cybersecurity sessions at the Connected Security Expo @ ISC West in Las Vegas, NV. The PSA track at ISC West will feature a full day of training sessions on April 5, 2016 covering best practices in systems...

PSA Security Network partners with System Surveyor to provide Mobile app and cloud-based tool for security system design

The partnership provides PSA integrators with an innovative tool that reduces system design time by up to 50% PSA Security and System Surveyor recently announced that they have entered into a partnership to offer System Surveyor through the PSA Security Network. System Surveyor is a mobile app and cloud-based tool that simplifies the design, installation and maintenance of electronic security systems. The partnership provides PSA integrators with a breakthrough, innovative too...

Automatic Systems launches FirstLane 960 and FirstLane 970 security turnstiles with advanced safety features

Automatic Systems, a world leader in the automation of secure entrance control, introduces FirstLane, its new security turnstile offering unbeatable value for money whilst ensuring safety and quality have not been compromised. With its modern and stylish design, FirstLane is perfectly suited to any type of architecture and its range of advanced technologies satisfies every need with regard to performance. The Firstlane series comprises of two models: FirstLane 960 and FirstLane 970. Both offer...

AMAG appoints Justin Wilmas as Director of Sales for Eastern North America

Justin will be responsible for management and leadership of all sales activities in Eastern North America AMAG Technology, an integrated security provider of access control, video management and identity management solutions, has hired Justin Wilmas as its Director of Sales, East Region. This newly created position will provide additional support and exceptional customer service to Symmetry resellers, consultants and end users, and Justin will be responsible for the management...

Security and Policing 2016: IPS and REI to exhibit ORION 2.4 junction detector, OSCOR GREEN and TALAN telephone analyser

ORION 2.4HX is a smaller, lighter Non-Linear Junction Detector with an operational weight of less than 1.4kg International Procurement Services (IPS) and Research Electronics International (REI) will be exhibiting the full range of government level, electronic counter measures equipment on Stand C25 at Security and Policing 2016 from 8 to 10 March, 2016 at Farnborough FIVE (Farnborough International Venue & Events), Hampshire. On view will be the completely new ORION 2.4...

PSA security partners with BluBØX to offer security systems with latest cloud, web, mobile and biometric technology

The partnership allows PSA integrators to offer their customers a security system built with the latest technologies BluBØX Security Inc. recently announced a partnership with PSA Security Network to distribute its web-cloud security system that provides access, alarms, visitors, video, and biometrics for the physical security industry. Through the new partnership, PSA Integrators will be able to offer their customers a security system built with the latest Cloud, Web,...

Vigitron completes inter-operational testing for Paxton Access' IP/PoE based products

Vigitron will be able to provide Paxton's sales channel with its Design Centre services to offer reliable networks Vigitron Inc., the leading manufacturer of infrastructure solutions for analogue, IP, and HD systems, is pleased to announce it has completed inter-operational testing for IP/PoE based products from Paxton Access Inc., market leader in IP access control, door entry and building intelligence systems. Vigitron will be able to provide Paxton's sales channel with the...

Vidsys promotes Neil Chung to VP of Systems Engineering & Quality, adds Erin Phelps and Jasmeet Kapoor to Sales department

Vidsys promotes Chung as VP of Systems Engineering & Quality and appoints Phelps and Kapoor to Sales & Marketing department Vidsys, global software technology manufacturer of Physical Security Information Management (PSIM) and Converged Security and Information Management (CSIM) software, announced the promotion of Neil Chung to the leadership team as the Vice President of Systems Engineering & Quality and also the addition of Erin Phelps and Jasmeet Kapoor to the...

Amthal Fire & Security releases white paper focused on security in commercial applications

The white paper looks at issues faced by commercial owners, including employee theft, property and desperation crime Amthal Fire & Security has launched a new downloadable white paper considering fire and security measures in commercial applications. The white paper, focussed on security in commercial applications, looks at issues faced by commercial owners, including employee theft, property and desperation crime, together with the emerging issues surrounding cybercrime...

NSI Summit 2016: RISCO Group’s Steve Riley to provide insights into electronic security within IoT

RISCO will demonstrate how intruder alarm control panels have potential to act as hub of the smart home RISCO Group, the leading manufacturer of end-to-end solutions for the professional security market, is a headline sponsor of the NSI Summit. Four industry experts have been asked to speak at the popular event including Steve Riley, Commercial Director for RISCO UK&I. Steve will offer insight into Electronic Security within the Internet of Things (IoT) and representatives...

Viscount integrates Freedom IT-centric access control platform with DMP intrusion alarm products

This partnership enables joint customers to enhance integration capabilities between each brand’s products Viscount Systems, Inc. (“Viscount”), a software company specialising in physical and logical security solutions, announced its product partnership agreement with Digital Monitoring Products (DMP), a manufacturer of electronic alarms and access products. New integration capabilities for joint customers Viscount and DMP have agreed to allow for the integ...

Honeywell acquires RSI Video Technologies, leading provider of Videofied intrusion detection systems

The acquisition of RSI enhances Honeywell’s ability to meet increasingglobal customer need for video verification Honeywell announced that it has acquired privately held RSI Video Technologies (RSI), a leading global provider of intrusion detection systems for commercial and residential security applications under the brand Videofied®, for approximately $123 million (€113 million). $123 million deal RSI’s wireless battery-powered motion detectors with bu...