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Milestone Systems and Nedap Security Management announced a strategic partnership recently. The main driver for this close cooperation was the increasing demand for smart buildings and integrated IT and security systems for monitoring and managing people and buildings. As part of their partnership, both companies committed to a deep integration of the Milestone XProtect VMS and Nedap’s AEOS Access Control. In May, Nedap Security Management received Milestone’s New Solution Partner of...

Nortech Control Systems Ltd. Announces that they have been selected to join AMAG Technology’s rapidly growing Symmetry Preferred Partner Program. AMAG has certified the integration of Nortech’s uPASS Reach and Transit Ultimate long range readers which utilise proven Nedap technologies. Both of these products offer reliable Vehicle Access Control and are certified to be used with AMAG’s latest Symmetry Access Control software. The products require specific card types but these W...

Farpointe Data, the access control industry's trusted global partner for RFID solutions, has just posted the first radio frequency identification(RFID) Cybersecurity Vulnerability Checklist for access control manufacturers, distributors, integrators, and end users to use to protect their access control systems from becoming hacker gateways to their facilities and IT systems. Knowing what to do is especially important now that government agencies, such as the United States Federal Trade Commissio...

ASSA, a UK division of ASSA ABLOY, the manufacturer of door opening solutions, will be displaying its award-winning ASSA CLIQ Remote electro-mechanical locking solution at the IFSEC International Safety & Health Expo between 20 - 22nd June at the ExCeL London. ASSA CLIQ Remote ASSA CLIQ Remote will be showcased on stand N200 hosted by Traka, an ASSA ABLOY brand specialising in key and asset management solutions. Simon Wilson, National Sales Manager for ASSA CLIQ Remote, will be on the stan...

NAPCO Security Technologies and its divisions, Alarm Lock, Marks USA, and Continental Access, announces the launch of the newly redesigned SAVI School website, as part of the Company’s ongoing K-12 and Campus Security initiative. The revitalised website has a brand-new look, easier navigation, and features new products such as NAPCO’s StarLink Fire Cellular/IP Alarm Communicators and advanced intrusion and commercial fire alarms, Alarm Locks standalone Trilogy or Trilogy Networx acce...

The fire industry’s most widely used aspirating smoke detector will be among the new technologies Honeywell will unveil at National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) Conference and Expo 2017, taking place June 4-7 in Boston.Xtralis VESDA-E VEP smoke detectorThe company will showcase its next-generation Xtralis VESDA-E VEP aspirating smoke detector system, which yields 1.5 times greater sensitivity and offers six times better dust rejection than the previous generation of products, si...

With security concerns intensifying, the security of flying increasingly depends on cross-industry and multi-stakeholder dialogues and collaboration to tackle new and shared vulnerabilities.Airport securityMaintaining active surveillance, alerting security personnel to potential threats and long-range detection capabilities remain prevalent challenges for perimeter security at airport facilities.TB Forum Safety & Security Technologies 2018 will gather directors for the safety of ai...

HID Global, a provider of trusted identity solutions, announced its extended portfolio of innovative Internet of Things (IoT) solutions with its latest offerings that help organisations take the leap to a new level of asset and equipment management.HID Location Services for Item Management precisely monitors the location and movement of assets and equipment across multiple locations or in a specific area, and the new HID Condition Monitoring Services provides real-time analysis of equipment perf...

ODSecurity will be showcasing SOTER RS low dosage full body scanner at the forthcoming Technology in Corrections: Challenges for the Future 2017 conference, in Prague, Czech Republic from 15th to 17th May, 2017. Protecting correctional facilities Hosted by the Czech Prison and Probation Services, and organised by EuroPris, ICPA, and CEP, the aim of the conference is to challenge the private sector to develop innovative digital solutions for use in corrections to address issues facing prisons a...

Allied Universal, a facility services company in North America, has been named to Forbes’ third annual America’s Best Employers list for 2017. The company ranked at number 474 on the list of 500 best large employers. “It is a great honour for Allied Universal to be named as a Best Large Employer by Forbes magazine,” said Steve Jones, Allied Universal CEO. “Our employees are the heart and soul of our company and we are proud that Allied Universal has been cited as a...

Senstar, a manufacturer of perimeter intrusion detection systems (PIDS), announced that FiberPatrol-PR, its fibre optic fence-mounted sensor for perimeter applications, now provides up to 50 km (31 mi) of protection per processor, more than doubling the system’s previous detection range capability of 24 km (14.9 mi). The intrusion locating accuracy of the system has also improved to within 4 m (13 ft.) from the previous 8 m (26 ft.). Perimeter protection “This is the second time in...

Allied Universal, a facility services company and the largest security force in North America, together with John Jay College and the Metropolitan Healthcare Security Directors Association (MHSDA), will host a Plan to Live seminar to educate healthcare providers on best practices to handle an active shooter situation and other threats. The free seminar will be held Tuesday, May 16, 2017, from 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. in the college’s Moot Court at 899 10th Avenue, New York City. Protecting hea...

A third company has been accredited to install ArmaWeave, an approved high-security perimeter fencing system manufactured by Zaun. ArmaWeave approved installers Expert installers Allen Fencing Limited, part of the Allen Group, have committed to training their site operatives in the installation methods for ArmaWeave developed by Zaun over time to make best use of its unique high-security woven fabric. Impressed with the versatility of the system, Allen Fencing Limited are now installing the Za...

Security, facilities and logistics managers can remotely monitor and control an extended range of systems across multiple sites through Lodge Service’s Lodgic intelligence network. Applications range from a new ‘conflict management’ system to remotely monitor and protect staff from assault, to alarm response and HVAC (Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning). The Lodgic network cuts operational costs for loss prevention and facility management by up to 50 per cent, Lodge Ser...

The newly formed Campus Security Coalition, a networking group focused on sharing ideas and spearheading discussion about security and safety at schools nationwide, today unveiled its 2017 School Security Grant Programme. The initiative is designed to help schools better address threats, further strengthen security efforts and realize more proactive intelligence efforts. Faced with the growing threats of violence, vandalism and attacks, modern school systems are challenged with ensuring a safe,...

IFSEC and FIREX International, organised by UBM EMEA, announced its best ever inspirational speaker line-up: rock star physicist Professor Brian Cox OBE; double Olympic gold medallist, Dame Kelly Holmes; and Falklands War veteran, Simon Weston OBE. Taking place as part of the Protection and Management Series 2017, Europe’s leading events for security, fire, safety, workwear, facilities, and service management, at London’s ExCeL from 20th – 22nd June 2017, these three keynotes w...

RAD is the exclusive North American distributor, and production and development partner for SMP Robotics Robotic Assistance Devices will debut Canada1, Canada’s first RADBot, at Security Canada East 2017 in Laval, Quebec, Wednesday, April 26, 2017 at the Sheraton Laval, Booth #615. The largest security industry trade show in Quebec, Canada Security East provides RAD with the opportunity to expand the reach of its robotics solutions throughout this strategic region.Canada...

Flare operates in protected frequency bands that use dedicated spectrum, avoiding the potential for interference Senstar introduced the next generation of the Flare Real-Time Locating System which instantly identifies and locates personal duress alarms at the touch of a button. Designed for reliability in institutional and industrial environments, Flare uses patented, proven, cost-effective technology to help keep staff safe. Indoor emergency alarms “The technology beh...

The Holis HD Tribrid video recorders feature up to 12 TB of storage and 1080P real time-recording across all channels Tyco Security Products, part of Johnson Controls, introduces its HD Video Solution, a new value-based solution that provides superior video quality while leveraging analogue infrastructure. The cost-effective Holis HD Tribrid video recorders support SD analogue cameras, Illustra Essentials IP cameras and a brand-new line of HD cameras, allowing customers to ach...

EyeLock's technology delivers an unprecedented level of security with unmatched biometric accuracy EyeLock LLC, a provider of iris-based identity authentication solutions, announced it will be showcasing the nano EXT, the most advanced outdoor iris identity authentication solution, at ISC West 2017, which takes place April 5-7, 2017 at the Sands Expo Centre in Las Vegas. ISC West is the largest security trade show in the U.S. Vandal resistant construction The nano EXT is des...

The 200FH technology allows faster, precise, efficient, and reliable data collection for decision-making FT SISTEMAS, a Brazilian company focusing on the segment of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), launched its new UAV, the FT-200FH, during LAAD Defence & Security 2017 in Rio de Janeiro. One of the main characteristics of the new UAV is the intermesh rotors configuration. Unmanned aerial vehicles After four years of dedicated technological development, with investments e...

ThruVis detects all types of items concealed under clothing at stand-off distances of up to ten metres Digital Barriers, a provider of visually intelligent solutions to the global surveillance, security, and safety markets, announced that it has secured a framework contract with G4S for its ThruVis people screening technology. This framework contract, one of several that were in the final stages of negotiation at the time of the Group’s trading update on 24th March, 201...

The BlueDiamond mobile ecosystem is a complete cloud-based service with a smartphone app and Bluetooth readers Mobile devices are changing how people access hotel rooms, office buildings and even their homes. At the forefront of the movement to make security products more accessible on the go, brands like Lenel and Interlogix are delivering innovative mobile solutions that add to end-user convenience, safety, and security. Both brands, alongside Supra and Onity, will be on-han...

Videx’s extensive product range enables Laidlaw to cater for all simple to complex applications For the very best in door entry and access control, customers rely on the knowledge of Laidlaw Security Systems and Videx. Laidlaw, a trusted supplier to architectural suppliers and contractors, has worked with Videx, a leading UK manufacturer and supplier of access control systems, for many years, and together they ensure that they provide customers the confidence they...

IDIS and SARC have partnered to deliver a virtual guarding solution in a fully reimagined way to customers At the close of the second day at ISC West 2017 in Las Vegas, Nevada, surveillance manufacturer IDIS recognised both customers and media partners by presenting awards at its booth #18059 during a press briefing in celebration of its two decades of surveillance innovation. After opening the event with a brief history of the growth of IDIS over the last 20 years, a Q&A...

The DCS-4703E outdoor bullet camera is fully compatible with D-Link’s free D-ViewCam software D-Link, is extending its popular Vigilance camera range with the addition of the DCS-4703E. This 3-megapixel, Power over Ethernet (PoE), day and night bullet camera is perfect for outdoor installations. Outdoor digital video surveillance The DCS-4703E has a small footprint for discrete positioning and supports PoE standard 802.3af, providing power and networking connectiv...

New HID Location Services enable better building management and increase operational efficiency HID Global, a provider of trusted identity solutions, announced its new HID Location Services that provide organisations with visibility into the location of their workforce in a facility, making it possible to analyse room usage for better building management and increased operational efficiency. The offering is tailor-made for enterprises, universities, manufacturing facilities, o...

SiteSecure provides law enforcement and transportation facility management with real-time information ShotSpotter, a provider of gunfire detection and location technology, announced it will showcase its ShotSpotter SiteSecure solution for airports and transportation hubs at the ISC West 2017 conference. SiteSecure provides critical indoor/outdoor infrastructure protection against active shooter attacks. In addition, the company will feature its SST SecureCampus solution, a gun...

BIM combines multiple data streams which allow architects, designers, and specifiers to generate a comprehensive virtual 3D model of a building Building Information Modelling (BIM) will change the way in which buildings are designed, constructed, and maintained, so together with NBS, part of RIBA Enterprises Ltd., SALTO Systems Limited has now launched a range of products on the NBS National BIM Library. Wide range of innovative products The products include wire-free electr...

AC2000 v8 includes data partitioning and offers enhancements for multi-site customers Tyco Security Products, part of Johnson Controls, announces the release of AC2000 v8, which offers new features that increase the performance, simplicity, and scope of the AC2000 access control system suite from CEM Systems. These include AC2000 Data Partitioning and enhancements to AC2000 Security Hub command and control application. CEM Systems has also released enhancements to the emerald...