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System Sensor unveils new aspirating smoke detector - FAAST XT

System Sensor is excited to announce the launch of FAAST XT, an aspirating smoke detector with an expanded coverage area that uses four pipe inlets to draw air in from the protected space. FAAST XT brings all the capabilities of FAAST – such as three stage filtration, very early warning fire detection, and several integration options – to a broader range of applications. The smoke-sensing chamber can detect particulate up to 0.00046%/ft. obscuration, and the two-light chamber offers...

RISCO Group partners with CSL DualCom

RISCO LightSYSTM 2 & AgilityTM 3 IP/GSM panels will be supplied as a standard with DualCom WorldSIM Global integrated security solutions provider, RISCO Group, has announced a pioneering partnership with CSL DualCom. Available now, the award-winning RISCO LightSYSTM 2 and AgilityTM 3 IP/GSM panels are being supplied as standard, with the DualCom WorldSIM®. CSL DualCom are renowned for providing a platform and products that facilitate the reliable delivery of alarm...

GJD to help raise money for Down Syndrome Extra 21 charity

Extra 21 receives no formal funding or grants, so relies on money donated through events to sustain It is an annual tradition for ‘Team GJD’ to battle it out over a 1200m karting circuit for six hours, to help raise money for Down Syndrome Extra 21 charity (DSE21). This race is the main fund raising event of the year for DSE21 and is held at Buckmore Park, Kent on Saturday 2nd May 2015. As in previous years, GJD is paying the entrance fee of £420 per tea...

E2x series of signals from E2S gains additional global approvals

The E2x series of high performance non-sparking alarm horn sounders, Xenon strobe beacons and combined devices from E2S, an independent manufacturer of warning signals, have gained approval for Zone 2, 22 applications to the latest IECEx and ATEX standards for gas and dust applications, complementing its existing Class I & II Division 2 UL and cULs approvals. The main enclosure is manufactured from lightweight, corrosion proof PPS, and the re-entrant horns from high impact, fire retardant AB...

HID Mobile Access solution wins SIA’s New Product Showcase competition

 HID Mobile Access solution works with the industry’s broadest range of iOS- and Android-based smartphones HID Global®, a worldwide leader in secure identity solutions, recently announced that the Security Industry Association (SIA) has selected its HID Mobile Access solution as the winner of the New Product Showcase competition in the Access Control category. SIA awards recognise the year’s most innovative products, services and solutions in the industry....

ISC West 2015: Gallagher wins 2015 Govies Award for T20 Terminal with Alarms

Gallagher named Gold winner in the access control devices/ peripherals division for its T20 Terminal with Alarms Gallagher is continuing its winning ways as another success for the global security technology leader was announced recently at the ISC West Expo, Las Vegas, Nevada. Gallagher has been named a Gold winner in the access control devices/ peripherals division of the 2015 Govies award for its T20 Terminal with Alarms. Released in March 2015, Gallagher's latest edition t...

SALTO GEO electronic cylinders provides enhanced security

Sometimes it’s not always possible or required to fit a regular handle set on a door. That’s where SALTO's range of GEO electronic cylinders comes in. Designed to provide high levels of security and fit all standard doors in US or ANSI markets, they are available in a range that includes mortise, rim and deadbolt models, with wireless enabled versions for real-time access control. Compact in size, they have a choice of black or white reader covers and come in a range of external col...

SALTO to present JustIN technology for smartphones at ISC West 2015

SALTO’s JustIN Mobile Key app allows users to use their BLE-enabled smartphone SALTO is excited to present at ISC West its JustIN technology that brings real-life usability and flexibility to access control. Using SALTO’s internally developed JustIN apps, SALTO’s two mobile solutions make it easy and secure to use smartphones as a part of your access control solution. Securing access with smartphones: SALTO’s JustIN Mobile Key app allows users to use...

HID Global to sponsor two Mission 500 events at ISC West 2015

HID Global has been a Mission 500 sponsor for six years and will be hosting School Kit build HID Global®, a worldwide leader in secure identity solutions is sponsoring two Mission 500 events at this week’s ISC West International Security Conference and Exhibition in Las Vegas. Mission 500 is the security industry’s initiative to serve the needs of children and communities in crisis through partnership with the World Vision Christian humanitarian organisation....

SALTO hires Miles Ethridge as Business Manager for its wireless locking solution, CLAY

Miles Ethridge has been hired for its new wireless cloud-based locking solution ‘CLAY’ Access Control solutions provider SALTO Systems has hired Miles Ethridge as Business Manager for its new wireless, cloud-based locking solution, CLAY. Prior to joining SALTO, Ethridge was Regional Sales Manager for Telemate.net LLC Software, responsible for high-level accounts in 9 states. He holds a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Alabama.

SALTO System promotes Jeff Roberts as Regional Sales Manager

Jeff worked for a SALTO Inspired Business Partner as the sales lead for the SALTO product line Access Control products provider SALTO Systems has promoted Jeff Roberts as Regional Sales Manager for the South Central Region. Jeff was previously the North West Regional Sales Manager, and has expanded his territory to include the South Central Region. Prior to joining SALTO, Jeff worked for a SALTO Inspired Business Partner as the sales lead for the SALTO product line before tak...

Idesco to exhibit latest access control and video surveillance technology at ASIS 2015

Idesco will also showcase a wide array of ID card solutions Idesco Corp., a leading New York-based security systems integrator, recently announced it will be exhibiting at two major NYC Shows in the month of April. Both shows are well established in the security industry and draw security professionals and local property managers/building owners. Idesco will be at booth #415 at the ASIS 25th Annual New York City Security Conference & Expo and at booth #106 at the Buildings...

Viscount to launch Enterphone iQ telephone entry system at ISC West 2015

Enterphone iQ enables to effectively control visitor access to residential, mixed use, and resort complexes Viscount Systems Inc. ("Viscount") recently announced that it will launch a new mid-priced telephone entry system, "Enterphone iQ" this year at ISC West, the largest security industry trade show in the U.S. Enterphone iQ is based on Viscount's legacy MESH technology, which enables facility management professionals and property managers to effectively control visitor acce...

Convergint to add Open Options' access control products to its security integration offerings

Convergint adds Open Options access control line to global security integration offerings Open Options, a leading provider of innovative access control solutions, has executed a global dealer agreement with international security systems integrator Convergint Technologies. The new partnership will allow Convergint to add Open Options access control software and supporting products to its extensive line of security integration offerings, expanding both Open Options’ Nort...

Mayflex to distribute Suprema biometric products in the UK

Mayflex signed an agreement with Entertech to distribute Suprema biometric readers for access control Mayflex, the cabling infrastructure, networking and electronic security solutions distributor has formed a distribution agreement with ENTERTECH SYSTEMS for Mayflex to provide Suprema biometrics for access control to the UK market. Suprema is the premier provider of next-generation IP access control and the global leader in biometric access control systems. ENTERTECH SYSTEMS i...

Morse Watchmans receives updated Lenel factory certification

Morse Watchmans has received an updated factory certification from Lenel Systems International, Inc. to include KeyWatcher® Touch Key Management System support for v6.6 and v7.0 of the Lenel® OnGuard access control system. The updated certification ensures that KeyWatcher Touch supports segmentation in the OnGuard system. In addition, the OnGuard module adds a dozen standard card formats and supports the ability to add card formats generated by the new card format builder utility in KeyW...

Vicki Hawkes appointed as Alpro Southern Area Sales Manager

Vicki will be based in Worcestershire area and will cover the South of England dealing with Alpro’s considerable OEM base Alpro Architectural Hardware (A division of IEC Limited), based at Poole Dorset have appointed Vicki Hawkes as their new Southern Area Sales Manager. Vicki will be based in the Worcestershire area and will cover the South of England dealing with Alpro’s considerable OEM base. Previous work experience Vicki was previously Area Sales Manager wit...

ECKey releases VP1 dual mode access control reader

ECKey, the market leader in Smartphone Bluetooth readers and access control systems, has announced the release of its VP1 Dual Mode Reader. ECKey announced the launch of their VP1 “Dual Mode” Reader, which is a complete electronic access control system that eliminates the hassle and expense of panels, cards, readers, software and networks.  It works with VIZpin, their cloud-based SaaS (Security as a Service), that lets you send, revoke and monitor electronic keys anytime from a...

Airbus missile warning system for Korean Utility Helicopter

Companies jointly will produce core components of Airbus’s missile warning system Airbus Defence and Space is joining forces with Huneed Technologies Co. Ltd., Incheon/Republic of Korea, to provide the new Korean Utility Helicopter “Surion” with advanced missile warning systems. The companies signed a cooperation agreement aiming at Huneed Technologies to produce core electronics components of Airbus Defence and Space’s MILDS missile warning system...

PERCo LB-series electromechanical locks

Nowadays electromechanical mortise locks are considered to be an inherent part of modern office access control systems.  Office internal door lock is to provide its aesthetically pleasing exterior, be easy-to-install and have a sufficient forced entry protection class.  Suitability: PERCo has designed a unique series of mortise electromechanical locks for doors located in premises with high requirements for design and appearance, such as offices and conference rooms. The main pecul...

Global Security Asia 2015 welcomes over 5,000 visitors & 200 exhibitors from 32 countries

GSA 2015 addressed key issues surrounding the ISIS threat to the region Global Security Asia (GSA) 2015 concluded its 6th successful iteration in Singapore. The event, which ran from 3-5 March 2015 at Suntec Singapore Convention and Exhibition Centre, showcased the latest trends and technologies in homeland security and addressed the key issues surrounding the ISIS threat to the region. Demonstration from exhibitors: The exhibition saw more than 5,000 visitors over thre...

Genetec SV-32 network security appliance availiable through new distribution relationships

Genectec™ a manufacturer of open platform, unified IP security solutions, today announced that its SV-32, a security appliance that provides native support for video surveillance and access control capabilities, is available through new distribution partnerships in the US. The SV-32 appliance comes pre-installed with Genetec’s flagship open platform security system, Security Center, allowing end-users to deploy their choice of a unified security solution, or a standalone access contr...

Siemens compact keypads for SPC intruder detection system

Siemens has introduced two new compact keypads for the SPC intruder detection system. They use touchkeys instead of traditional mechanical keys and the key interface illuminates only when touched. With a depth of just 17.5mm, these keypads sit unobtrusively on any wall. Model SPCK520 offers display and speech output and model SPCK521 adds an ID card reader. Siemens Touchkey SPCK520/SPCK521 The new keypads support EM and MIFARE card technologies. Advanced user authentication eliminates the inco...

Electronic Security Expo announces Anthony W. Batts as speaker for ESX 2015 Networking & Public Safety Luncheon

Anthony W. Batts will outline his vision and predictions for the future of policing The Electronic Security Expo (ESX)-the national trade show where electronic security and life safety dealers, integrators, and monitoring professionals connect, learn, and prepare for the future-has announced that Anthony W. Batts, Commissioner of the Baltimore Police Department will be the featured speaker at the ESX 2015 Networking & Public Safety Luncheon. Batts' presentation will outli...

NEXT Biometrics Group fingerprint sensors to be implemented by Tier 1 client company

Expansion of the project is said to increase the volume estimate of the deal by 20% NEXT Biometrics Group ASA announced that after 3 months of integration work and preparation, its first Tier 1 Design-Win client company has decided to implement NEXT fingerprint sensors in two more of its product models. NEXT said that the expansion of the project increases the volume estimate of the deal by approximately 20% to what it previously quoted to be sensors numbering in 7 digits...

DVS releases product catalogue in printed format due to high customer demand

DVS has quickly established itself as one of Europe’s most successful multi-brand distributors of electronic surveillance products Following September’s digital only catalogue trial, DVS have had many requests from customers to go back to a printed format. So as requested, DVS present their new catalogue available in print. Formed in 2003 DVS has quickly established itself as one of Europe’s most successful multi-brand distributors of electronic surveill...

Identiv partners with CCV Deutschland to develop contactless payment solution

CCV used Identiv Labs to design, develop, and produce a family of network-connected frontend contactless readers Identiv, Inc., a global security technology company that provides trusted identity solutions for premises, information, and everyday items, recently announced that CCV Deutschland, a German provider of electronic payment products and electronic payment processing, has partnered with Identiv Labs to develop a complete solution for unattended contactless payments. Th...

SALTO and Maxxess announce strategic partnership

The collaboration brings together SVN with eFusion to deliver an integrated platform for managing access points SALTO Systems, world leaders in wire-free and wireless access control technology, and Maxxess, a U.S.-based, global corporation recognised for its award-winning security software, recently announced a strategic partnership. The collaboration brings together SALTO’s Virtual Network (SVN) with Maxxess’ universal security management software, eFusion to deli...

ASSA ABLOY to exhibit latest wireless access control innovations at Intersec Dubai 2015

Wireless access control from Aperio, SMARTair and CLIQ will take centre-stage at the event The global leader in door opening solutions, ASSA ABLOY, will be exhibiting the latest wireless access control innovations from Aperio®, SMARTair™ and CLIQ® in Hall 2, Stand G12 at Intersec Dubai 2015. Chris Bone, Vice President Access Control Solutions at ASSA ABLOY EMEA, says: “The key advantage of wireless access products is that they allow you to get farther into...

Nortek showcases its GoControl products at International CES 2015

The GoControl line focuses on high consumer interest smart home categories Nortek Security & Control LLC, a Nortek, Inc. company and a leader in the security and home control markets, recently announced a full line of GoControl® branded DIY oriented smart home products for both retail and installer channels. Based on proven technologies and standard protocols like Z-Wave® and Wi-Fi, several of the products were successfully test marketed in 2014 and the full family...