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ASIS concludes 15th European Security Conference and Exhibition with over 650 security professionals in attendance

The educational programme covered security management topics such as the terrorism risk outlook & IoT Over 650 security professionals gathered for the ASIS 15th European Security Conference and Exhibition at the Business Design Centre in London from 6 to 8 April. Education program of over 50 sessions The educational programme provided more than 50 sessions across 5 tracks, covering the full spectrum of security management topics such as the terrorism risk outlook, intern...

IFSEC 2016: Engineers of Tomorrow annual competition for fire & security apprentice engineers now fully-booked

64 of fire and security industry’s young engineers will head to IFSEC 2016 to put their skills against each other in live installation challenge IFSEC International, organised by UBM EMEA, have recently announced that all places on the prestigious Engineers of Tomorrow annual competition are now filled. 64 of the fire and security industry’s brightest young engineers will head to IFSEC International over the 21-23 June 2016 to put their skills against each other in...

Anviz showcases SecurityONE intelligent security system at ISC West 2016 in Las Vegas

Anviz also introduced a new generation of device-P7, the smallest PoE fingerprint pin and RFID standard alone access control The International Security Conference West 2016 (ISC West) event was a tremendous success for the organisers, exhibitors and attendees held from April 6-8 at the Sands Expo Convention Center in Las Vegas. Anviz announced the latest innovation at the show with an Intelligent Security System SecurityONE, which provides a building with the functions of ac...

2016 IFSEC and FIREX International launch inaugural ARC Village for UK’s alarm receiving centres

The ARC Village, brought in association with CSL Dualcom, comprises of 8 exhibition booths surrounding a central networking area Europe’s leading security and fire industry events, IFSEC and FIREX International have recently launched the first ever ARC Village at 2016 shows located at London’s ExCeL on 21st to 23rd June. Providing an incisive platform for the UK’s alarm receiving centres to showcase their technical expertise and services, the ARC Village will...

Lodge Service’s Redditch Lodg:IC visitor facility offers 24-7 fire and security monitoring

The intelligence centre offers 24-7 fire and security monitoring, as well as two-way communication for signal verification and reporting Lodge Service is inviting security installers and property managers to view its new visitor facility at the Lodg:IC intelligence centre at Redditch, Worcestershire, on April 26 and 27 2016. Visitors can see the Cat 2 ARC and demonstrations of new monitoring and communications technologies and have their questions answered on issues of co...

FLIR Systems launches Boson high-performance uncooled thermal camera core

Boson offers the widest range of features and lens choices for FLIR's OEM customers FLIR Systems, Inc. announced Boson, its smallest, lightest, and least power-consuming, high-performance uncooled thermal camera for original equipment manufacturers (OEMs). Sized between FLIR's Tau and Lepton camera cores, Boson is the first thermal camera core to incorporate a sophisticated, low-power multi-core vision processor running FLIR XIR expandable infrared video processing architectur...

Saudi Safety & Security 2016 to focus on risk assessment, infrastructure security and fire protection issues

The SSS will consist of workshop-led programme, covering a wide spectrum of security and safety sectors Saudi Arabia’s leading security, fire and safety workshops and exhibition will return in May 2016. The renowned event will be taking place from the 16-18 May 2016 at The Dhahran International Exhibitions Center, Dammam, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Saudi Safety & Security Forum and Exhibition, annually attracts industries from the Eastern Province of Saudi Arabia, the...

LTV strengthens presence in Swiss market with distribution partners TVS Tanner Video Security and REXAG

LTV offers tailored video surveillance solutions adapted to individual needs of both private and business customers The upcoming German manufacturer of professional video surveillance products, LTV Europe Sicherheitstechnik GmbH from Bremen, is strengthening its presence in the Swiss market. Together with its distribution partners "TVS Tanner Video Security" from Ennetbühl and "REXAG AG" from Rheinfelden, LTV offers tailored video surveillance solutions adapted to the ind...

Paladin to showcase portable Case Light CLU10K at Border Security Expo 2016

CLU10K provides the visibility that’s needed to secure a scene or a perimeter Paladin’s unparalleled portable work and scene light was introduced last spring to provide brightness and mobility when it’s needed most, and where plugging into an outlet isn’t an option. Now, Paladin introduces the new Case Light CLU10K, featuring ultra-durable construction made in the United States of America. Ultra-lightweight and portable Law enforcement professionals k...

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...

Nortek Security & Control unveils 2GIG smoke detector sensor at ISC West 2016

Only one 2GIG Smoke Detector Sensor is required to monitor an entire house and connect to the 2GIG alarm panel Nortek Security & Control LLC, a Nortek Company and leader in the security, smart home and wellness technology markets, announces the 2GIG® Smoke Detector Sensor available to dealers and installers looking to provide their customers with a smarter layer of protection to their interconnected smoke detector system via a smart, retrofit smoke detector sensing sol...

ISD Tech to demonstrate benefits of Brivo OnAir and Eagle Eye VMS integration at Cloud Expo Europe

ISD Tech saw a 40% increase in revenue in 2015  driven in part by the rise in cloud-based security deployments ISD Tech, one of the UK’s fastest growing physical security systems integrators, announced recently that it will make its first appearance as an exhibitor at Cloud Expo Europe on 12-13 April, 2016 at London’s ExCel on stand 148. Increase in cloud-based security deployments Participation at the event cements ISD Tech’s forward-thinking commitme...

Qognify showcases VisionHub VMS and Situator 8.0 PSIM/situation management solution at ISC West 2016

VisionHub includes new, robust VMS capabilities, while extending to offer, advanced situational awareness Qognify, formerly NICE Security, recently announced that it will be showcasing its next-generation video management solution (VMS), VisionHub, along with the latest release of its PSIM/Situation Management solution, Situator (release 8.0), at ISC West 2016, taking place April 6-8 in Las Vegas. Holistic video centric security solution VisionHub is Qognify’s next-gen...

AES Corporation to showcase latest security innovations and present recently launched initiatives at ISC West 2016

AES will showcase initiatives including the Insights blog, Dealer Marketing Toolkit & more AES Corporation, the leading manufacturer of long-range wireless private mesh radio alarm communication products and services, will be exhibiting at ISC West 2016. The tradeshow is taking place on April 6-8, 2016 at the Sands Expo in Las Vegas, Nevada. 7706-ULF Integrated Fire Monitoring System AES will showcase new UL listed and NFPA compliant fire products. The 7706-ULF Integrat...

Honeywell completes acquisition of Xtralis to further strengthen security and fire portfolio

Xtralis will be integrated into Honeywell’s Automation and Control Solution strategic business group Honeywell announced that it has completed its acquisition of Xtralis, a leading global provider of aspirating smoke detection, advanced perimeter security technologies, and video analytics software for $480 million. Fire verification and perimeter security technologies “The acquisition of Xtralis is a good strategic fit to our current fire detection portfolio and...

Nortek Security's Numera Home Safety Hub combines mobile personal safety with total smart home security

Nortek Security & Control LLC, a Nortek Company and a leader in the security, smart home and wellness technology markets, introduces the Numera® Home Safety Hub, a next-generation PERS system. The hub combines information from sensing devices such as CO and smoke detectors, and glass-break, motion and window/door sensors with alerts from wireless personal emergency sensors in a single PERS console for seniors or others needing support while living alone. The Numera Home Safety Hub commun...

PSA Security integrators to now offer EyeLock’s iris biometrics products

PSA integrators will offer EyeLock’s market leading iris biometrics products to their vast customer base EyeLock LLC, a market leader of iris-based identity authentication solutions, recently announced it has entered into a partnership with PSA Security Network, the world’s largest electronic security cooperative. Through this partnership, PSA integrators will offer EyeLock’s market leading iris biometrics products to their vast customer base. Proprietary ir...

IFSEC and FIREX unveil speaker line-up for Protection and Management Series 2016 in London

Headlining the programme of 300+ speakers will be keynote addresses from Colonel Tim Collins OBE, Kate Adie OBE and James Cracknell OBE IFSEC International and FIREX International, organised by UBM EMEA, have recently unveiled the speaker line-up for the Protection and Management Series 2016, Europe’s leading events for security, fire, safety, facilities and service management, taking place at London’s ExCel from 21-23 June 2016. Headlining a programme of more tha...

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...

Avon’s argus Mi-TIC S thermal imaging range now NFPA 1801 certified

The latest addition to Avon Protection’s argus thermal imaging range, the Mi-TIC S, has passed all the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) requirements and is now certified compliant to the latest edition of NFPA 1801. The NFPA is the world’s leading advocate on fire prevention and an authoritative source on public safety. The NFPA 1801:2013 standard specifies design, performance, testing and certification requirements for thermal imaging cameras used by the fire service dur...

HH Sheikh Saif bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy PM and Minister of Interior inaugurates ISNR Abu Dhabi 2016

HH Sheikh Saif bin Zayed Al Nahyan attended the “Aftershock 2” live demonstration on responding to crises and emergencies Under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Hazza bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice Chairman of Abu Dhabi Executive Council, Lt. General HH Sheikh Saif bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior inaugurated on Tuesday the activities of the International Exhibition for National Security and Resilience (ISNR Abu Dhabi 2016). The ev...

Cortech Developments Datalog software helps integrate range of smart building technology for the Birmingham City University

All security and life safety sub systems are managed through Datalog located within the City Centre Campus With over 23,500 students from 80 different countries, Birmingham City University is one of the largest universities in the UK. Steeped in rich heritage, the University constantly invests in improvements to their facilities, ensuring that students benefit from a state-of-the-art learning environment.   The University has recently invested £260m in a majo...

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,...

VIVOTEK and Cathexis announce technology and integration partnership

VIVOTEK and Cathexis have worked closely on the integration of the latest H.265/HEVC solution VIVOTEK, a global IP surveillance provider, and Cathexis, a South African based leading electronic and software systems development, and manufacturing company, recently announced a partnership in technology and integration. Both companies have worked closely and allocated resources into the integration of the latest H.265/HEVC solution, which delivers significant value to mutual custo...

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...

Honeywell introduces CDMA-X alarm communications radios with Verizon wireless network compatibility

Honeywell recently introduced the first in a series of alarm communications radios compatible with Verizon’s wireless network, giving security dealers more options to expand their businesses in alternative cellular coverage areas. The new CDMA-X Radio with Verizon 1XRTT technology supports Honeywell Total Connect Remote Services® and alarm signal transport for fire, burglary and status messages. It comes pre-activated and is remotely upgradable, allowing for a faster installation and...

Arithmetica to showcase SphereVision range of portable video recording and playback systems at Security and Policing 2016

Arithmetica will be previewing suite of SphereVision software designed to view, share and integrate 360 degree imagery and video trails Arithmetica will be showcasing a range of portable video recording and playback systems at the forthcoming Security and Policing 2016 event, 08-10 March, Farnborough, UK. The systems, which include high definition cameras for capturing 360 degree images and video, rugged recorders and easy start software, can be carried in a rucksack, used for...

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...

ASIS Europe 2016: Assistant Commissioner Mark Rowley, Metropolitan Police Service of London announced as keynote speaker

Assistant Commissioner Rowley joins an educational programme that has been expanded to more than 50 sessions in five tracks ASIS International is pleased to announce that Mark Rowley, Assistant Commissioner for Specialist Operations, Metropolitan Police Service of London, will be a keynote speaker at the ASIS 15th European Security Conference and Exhibition (ASIS Europe 2016), 6 to 8 April in London, UK. Assistant Commissioner Rowley joins an educational programme that has be...

Johnson Controls P2000 security management system enhanced for people, property and assets protection

The P2000 from Johnson Controls, already known for integrating video surveillance, fire alarms and building management systems, now offers more options to better protect people, property and assets. Enhanced features include web-based alarm management, geo-location mapping, enhanced video technology, and mobile compatibility to Google® Android® devices that will help security personnel and building owners better assess threats and respond appropriately. Web-based situational awareness a...