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Allied Universal to present explosive & firearm detecting canines, Risk 360®, an allied universal enterprise risk management approach, and thought leadership sessions at GSX 2022

Allied Universal, a global security and facility services company, will showcase explosive and firearm detecting canines and Risk 360, an Allied Universal approach to security risk management, at the Global Security Exchange (GSX) conference (Booth #2710) slated for September 12-14th 2022 at the Georgia World Congress Center. The company is also proud to participate in two expert sessions at GSX 2022. Tailored security solutions "Staying ahead in a world of evolving risk with uniquely tailored...

Johnson Controls offers open-protocol FireClass fire detection technology

Johnson Controls, the pioneer for smart, healthy, and sustainable buildings, offers an alternative approach to fire detection through its FireClass range, a class of open-protocol fire detection products, and is seen as a step away from its previously perceived perception in the market of only offering managed or closed-protocol systems. FireClass consists of a comprehensive range of industry-approved products for use in commercial, residential, corporate, retail, leisure, care home, manufactur...

Azena to showcase growing range of vertical solutions in world’s largest open marketplace for smart cameras at GSX 2022

Azena is returning to Global Security Exchange (GSX) 2022, in order to demonstrate a host of new solutions available on its open platform - the world’s largest and fastest growing marketplace for smart cameras.  The smart camera platform and Application Store, including enhanced solutions for healthcare, oil and gas and new integration capabilities with robotics, will be on display at the Azena booth #1931, at GSX 2022, which is taking place from September 12 to September 14, 2022, a...

Teledyne FLIR debuts SIRAS Drone for public safety and industrial inspection

Teledyne FLIR, part of Teledyne Technologies Incorporated launched SIRAS™, a professional drone that includes a quick-connect dual radiometric thermal and visible camera payload. Engineered for data security, performance, and affordability, SIRAS is optimised for industrial and utility inspection, public safety, firefighting, and search and rescue missions.  Geofence-free flight experience “Designed to provide pilots with the flexibility to get the job done, SIRAS d...

AITX’s subsidiary Robotic Assistance Devices introduce RIO, a portable solar-powered security solution

Artificial Intelligence Technology Solutions, Inc., announced that its wholly owned subsidiary, Robotic Assistance Devices, Inc. (RAD) introduced RIO, a portable, solar-powered security solution. RIO is the company’s first product announced for a wider market sector, positioning RAD solutions outside of the traditional manned-guarding security industry. RIO (ROSA Independent Observatory) RIO (ROSA Independent Observatory) continues the productisation of RAD...

Chubb’s Blackburn Contact Centre celebrates its first year

August has been a momentous month for Chubb’s Contact Centre in Blackburn as the team celebrates its first year at the new location.  On 2nd August 2021, the Contact Centre welcomed the first cohort of new starters to its impressive office campus in Blackburn and commenced a thorough induction program to ensure the new recruits were ready to take their first customer calls on 16th August. Over the following weeks and months, more cohorts of new starters were trained, making up the 75...

Amthal moves fire safety and security for Abels

Amthal has worked in partnership with Abels Moving Services Ltd to deliver an all-encompassing takeover and upgrade of the fire safety and security solution at its central site. Based in London, Abels Moving Services is one of the UK’s pioneer specialist international moving companies.  Recognised for its high commitment to quality, since 1988 and renewed in 2016, it has held a royal warrant to Her Majesty the Queen for removals and storage services. With specialist teams also renow...

Security Essen welcomes international delegation of the DIY sector

The security industry is booming. Whether alarm systems, video surveillance, or smoke detectors, the demand for modern and networked security technology is growing among end consumers. This opens up new market opportunities, especially for DIY stores. As part of a study trip lasting several days, the European DIY Retail Association (EDRA) and the Global Home Improvement Network (GHIN) are therefore inviting their member companies to visit Security Essen. The trade fair for civil security will t...

Armstrong Fluid Technology appoints Neil Parry as the Global Head of the Company’s District Energy Team

Armstrong Fluid Technology has announced the appointment of Neil Parry in the role of Global Head of District Energy. Based in the United Kingdom (UK) and reporting to Peter Thomsen, the Director of Building Systems at Armstrong Fluid Technology, Neil Parry will be responsible for defining, developing and delivering Armstrong’s suite of solutions for distributed energy networks (Heating and Cooling). Develop district energy solutions and supply chains Neil Parry has over thirty years of...

Ramtech partners with Immix by providing a combined complete fire protection and safety solution

Global wireless solutions firm Ramtech has announced a new partnership with Immix, the security monitoring software provider. The collaboration will enhance the technology offering of both firms, by delivering a combined complete fire protection and safety solution within the global security market. Under the new agreement, Ramtech’s innovative WES wireless evacuation system will integrate with the Immix CS/GF platforms – a monitoring solution that operates with more than 500 video,...

Chubb launches an accelerated development programme in partnership with Zitko talent

Chubb, the provider of fire safety and security solutions, is proud to launch an accelerated development programme designed to attract and train new industry entrants in partnership with Zitko Talent, the recruitment agency for the fire and security industry. The accelerated development programme will last approximately 18 weeks, starting with alternating blocks of technical training, field experience, and manufacturer-led certified product training. Trainees will emerge as certified Fire and S...

IFSEC Global Influencers in Security & Fire Selects Ray O’Hara as Top Security Executive

Allied Universal, a global security and facility services company, is proud to announce that company pioneer, Ray O’Hara, CPP, EVP Executive Protection and Intelligence Services, was selected as a top security executive by IFSEC Global Influencers in Security & Fire 2022.    IFSEC Global IFSEC Global is the pre-eminent news source for security and fire safety, with a trusted reputation and a global footprint. It covers developments from across the industries, fro...

Seamless integration of Bosch planning software Safety Systems Designer with AutoCAD® software via new Bosch plugin

Bosch has released its new software version of Safety Systems Designer. On top, there is also a new, free plugin available that enables automatic data transfer between AutoCAD® software and Bosch Safety Systems Designer. This free Bosch SSD Plugin is the only tool of its type offered by any fire alarm system manufacturer. Architects, planners, and system integrators now enjoy the benefit of easily importing fire alarm system devices from floor plans into the Safety Systems Designer software...

Security Essen forum highlights topics from Cybercrime to Fire Protection

Security Essen will present innovative products and solutions in the field of security technology and services from September 20 to 23, 2022. For trade visitors, not only the walk through the exhibition halls is worthwhile, but also the participation in the extensive supporting programme. In various forums, experts will report on current challenges facing the industry and present solutions. Special theme days are planned for public authorities, young professionals, and visitors from neighbourin...

Bosch introduces the new AVENAR panel 2000 and 8000

During the development, Bosch drew on valuable market feedback and various customer wishes. The result? A new generation of panel controllers combining evolutionary appearance with revolutionary technology. An intuitive user interface, simplified planning, purchasing process, and proven modular concept are all that users can find in one solution. Meet the new Bosch AVENAR fire alarm panels 2000 and 8000 that can fulfill future demands. AVENAR Panel Features C...

Bosch's AVIOTEC version 7.61 is optimised for twilight conditions

Video-based fire detection with AVIOTEC is taking the next step offering flame and smoke detection also for applications with low illuminations. This allows fire detection and remote optical verification during nighttime. In addition, it offers scheduled sensitivity adjustments for fire detection enabling up to three individual surveillance modes depending on the activity and the time of the day. Higher robustness and at the same time an increased sensitivity improve detection perform...

Bosch launches AVENAR all-in-one 4000, combination of alarm and detection in one device

Usually, if the application requires acoustic and visual notification, the market offers two separate products. Nevertheless, sometimes for public buildings, hotels, and hospitals, but also for industry and other verticals, it may be necessary to have a combination of visual and acoustic alarms in one device. AVENAR all-in-one 4000 can provide such a solution. This product can combine not only a sounder and a strobe but also a fire detector from the AVENAR detector 4000 series. Features of the...

Bosch Security launches AVIOTEC version 7.70 for 0 lux applications and IR illumination

AVIOTEC's cutting-edge technology offers flame and smoke detection for locations with no light. Due to separate additional infrared illumination, unlit applications can be monitored with video-based fire detection delivering pin-sharp images. During the daytime, the device shows coloured pictures and shifts to monochrome night mode when visibility drops below a pre-defined level. When daylight returns it automatically switches back to colour mode. The video-based fire detection AVIOTE...

Global MSC Security recognises David White’s 50-year career in policing and security industry with the Gordon McLanaghan Award

Global MSC Security has recognised David White’s illustrious 50-year career in policing and the security industry, with the presentation of the 2022 Gordon McLanaghan Award for Security Innovation. The highly respected Consultant, Tutor and former Police Officer, was presented with a piece of Bristol Blue glassware, by the Managing Director of Global MSC Security, Derek Maltby, upon his retirement earlier this month. Gordon McLanaghan Award The Gordon McLanaghan Award is presented annua...

HENSOLDT to deliver their MSSR 2000 ID and MSR1000I secondary radars to ELTA Systems

Sensor solutions specialist HENSOLDT will deliver its latest-technology Identification-Friend-or-Foe (IFF) products to ELTA Systems Ltd, a subsidiary of Israel Aerospace Industries Ltd. (IAI). HENSOLDT was awarded by ELTA several contracts worth approximately 10 Million Euros to deliver a number of MSSR 2000 ID and MSR1000I secondary radars including test equipment. The IFF systems working according to the latest Mode 5 NATO standard will be integrated into civil air traffic control radars as w...

ComLink Fire and Security doubles its business and size with the adoption of BigChange technology platform

The latest field service management software has helped ComLink Fire and Security to become one of the fastest growing companies in Wales. By equipping engineers with rugged mobile devices that synchronise in real time with back-office software, ComLink’s business has been transformed with completely paperless working. Field service fleet doubled in size  Since introducing the cloud-based technology from BigChange, ComLink has seen its field service fleet double in size. The compan...

Protecting people and the environment with MOBOTIX intelligent video technology

Waste management and recycling have long since become important industries. According to forecasts, the waste and recycling industry will grow worldwide in the medium term. In Germany, for example, waste management sales are expected to rise from 40.8 billion euros (2020) to 42.5 billion by 2025. Waste management process A wide variety of materials, bulk materials, hazardous and recyclable materials have to be deposited, sorted, separated, processed, stored, and recycled. In the process, the...

Global Rescue’s best survival kit

What safety items do users need to have on hand while traveling? The components may differ depending on the destination and the activity and the person but Global Rescue’s Ultimate World Travel Safety Kit provides an A-to-Z list of items users can use as a foundation. For example, select the items users need for a fishing trip (communications device, first aid kit, knife, rain gear) or the essentials for a camping trip (navigation tools, headlamps, parachute cord). But it’s not...

Sepura acquired by UK private equity group Epiris

Sepura Limited has announced that it has been purchased by London-based private equity group Epiris. The group’s Epiris Fund II purchased Sepura from Hytera Communications. The sale comes as critical communications supplier Sepura marks its 20th anniversary, has become a market pioneer in over 20 countries with over two million devices deployed worldwide. TETRA radios and accessories portfolio Its portfolio of TETRA radios and accessories is used globally by public safety users in the p...

APE fire important uses and functioning of cloud access control system to enhance fire safety

Cloud access control systems are a modern advancement, drawing on the success of more traditional access control methods and adapting them for the modern day. As technology advances, so do security measures. Security is no longer simply a locked door and a grainy camera. Now, most buildings are covered by multiple security measures from high-quality IP CCTV, effective access controls, and smart intruder alarms. Remote viewing and smartphone controls have made security possible from anywhere at...

Carnegie Mellon’s school safety summit: “Face and object recognition tech can save students’ lives and maintain high standards of privacy when operating within ethical guidelines”

Golan was speaking at Carnegie Mellon’s school safety emergency summit alongside school security professionals and academics. Michael Matranga, M6 Global security, “No doubt that weapons detection technology in combination with facial recognition would have prevented the shooter in Uvalde.” Student safety and security tech Following the devastating Uvalde, Texas school shooting, Carnegie Mellon University’s Biometrics Center hosted an online forum of experts in school s...

Nexus Security Limited joins the ACS Pacesetters

ACS Pacesetters are pleased to welcome Nexus Security Limited as the latest company to join the membership. During their recent Security Industry Authority ACS inspection, they achieved a score in the top 15% of all accredited companies, which makes them eligible for membership. The company, part of the Fortel Group of companies, is a specialist construction security provider. Nexus Security provides a national service covering heavy civil construction, infrastructure projects, commercial build...

United Nations (UN) delegation to pay a high-ranking visit at the Security Essen 2022 event

Organised by the Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Climate Protection and the German-American Chamber of Commerce, a delegation of purchasers from the United Nations (UN) is travelling to the Ruhr metropolis, as part of a high-ranking visit at the Security Essen 2022 event. At the leading fair for civil security, Security Essen 2022, which will take place at Messe Essen from September 20 to September 23, 2022, the UN representatives will present the United Nation’s procurement sys...

ADT appoints William M. Lewis Jr. to the company’s board of directors

ADT Inc., the most trusted brand in smart home and small business security announced the appointment of William M. (“Bill”) Lewis Jr. to the company’s board of directors as a Class II director with a term expiring at the 2025 annual meeting.   “We are pleased to welcome Bill to our board of directors,” said ADT’s Chairman, Marc Becker. “Bill has deep experience providing financial counsel to growth companies in a wide range of industries. He...

Teledyne FLIR and Teledyne GFD to exhibit latest firefighting innovations on the same booth at Interschutz 2022

Two of the world’s renowned innovators in fire/gas detection and monitoring technologies will share a booth at Interschutz 2022, thereby providing a convenient one-stop-shop for those seeking advanced solutions that protect citizens, buildings and firefighters. Teledyne FLIR, a specialist in thermal imaging cameras and sensors, and Teledyne Gas and Flame Detection (Teledyne GFD), will be present in Hall 27, Booth H18, at the Interschutz 2022 exhibition, which takes place in Hanover, Germa...