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Red Lion's NT116: Reliable industrial ethernet switch

Red Lion, a manufacturer of innovative technologies that empower industrial organisations to access, connect and visualise their data, is pleased to announce the launch of N-Tron® NT116 unmanaged industrial Ethernet switch, designed for industrial applications needing dependable performance for mission-critical applications under harsh conditions. The NT116 unmanaged switch offers exceptional reliability and performance for data acquisition, Ethernet I/O and process control. Compact in size...

Women in security: Highlights from Security LeadHER 2024

ASIS International and the Security Industry Association (SIA) have closed out a successful second annual Security LeadHER conference, a unique event dedicated to advancing, connecting and empowering women in the security profession. The sold-out event took place June 24-25, 2024, in Phoenix, Arizona, bringing together more than 400 security professionals from seven countries. Security LeadHER 2024 builds on the tremendous success of last year’s inaugural event, gathering attendees o...

Coval upgrades its CVGC Carbon Vacuum Gripper with an even more versatile second generation

In 2019, COVAL launched its first CVGC carbon vacuum gripper, designed for collaborative robots, when the market was just beginning to exist. In a market that is constantly expanding, COVAL is launching a second generation, optimising its modularity and compatibility, while simultaneously enhancing its performance. More than a simple update, COVAL has redesigned their CVGC carbon vacuum gripper based on feedback from customers, integrators, manufacturers and operators. This new generation also...

Tom Harding and Hugo Parcell join Gallagher Security with mission to drive marketing innovation

Award-winning manufacturer, Gallagher Security, is laying the foundation for growth by announcing the appointments of Tom Harding as Head of Digital and Hugo Parcell as Head of Brand and Creative.  Tom Harding joins the team as Head of Digital with an ambitious mission to develop new digital experiences for Gallagher’s customers, partners, and prospects. Before joining Gallagher, Tom served as co-founder and CEO of Mish Guru where he led market activities and grew the New York-b...

ISS receives LenelS2™ Factory Certification under the LenelS2 OpenAccess Alliance Program

ISS (Intelligent Security Systems), a pioneering global provider of video intelligence and data awareness solutions, announced that it has received LenelS2™ factory certification and has joined the LenelS2 OpenAccess Alliance Program (OAAP). The certification means that the SecurOS® Enterprise software is now certified to work with all future versions of LenelS2’s flagship OnGuard access control system.  “With one of the most rigorous testing paradigms in the industry...

Verkada launches in Germany, Austria, and Switzerland

Verkada, a pioneer in cloud-based physical security solutions, announced it is expanding operations to Germany, Austria, and Switzerland (DACH) under the leadership of Benjamin Krebs. This expansion comes as Verkada is seeing strong sales and partner growth across EMEA. “Today, more than 24,000 customers across 85 countries trust Verkada as their safety solution,” said Eric Salava, Chief Revenue Officer at Verkada. “Establishing operations in the DACH region, which represents...

FLIR's SV88 & SV89 Kits: Maximise asset uptime and reliability

FLIR, a Teledyne Technologies company, announced the release of the FLIR SV88™ and SV89™ Vibration Monitoring Solution Kits, which help them monitor critical equipment by continuously analysing vibrations, detecting faults, and alerting them to potential defects and future problems. With its multi-communication protocols, rugged, IP66 rating and wireless capability, the SV88 and SV89 Vibration Monitoring Solution Kits allow them to make critical data-driven decisions that alert them...

RAD announces engagement for Department of Homeland Security SAFETY Act designation for firearm detection software solutions

Robotic Assistance Devices, Inc., a subsidiary of Artificial Intelligence Technology Solutions, Inc., is excited to announce it has retained a consultant to prepare its application for SAFETY Act designation from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) for its recently enhanced, state-of-the-art Firearm Detection software solution. The successful designation, which is expected sometime in 2024, would challenge the current monopoly position held by ZeroEyes in this designation. “Our...

Genetec expands global presence with new R&D hubs and experience centres to support rapid growth

Genetec Inc., a pioneering technology provider of unified security, public safety, operations, and business intelligence solutions, announced the opening of several new R&D hubs and experience centres, and the expansion of several offices around the world. New R&D hubs Underscoring its commitment to innovation, Genetec is expanding its global footprint with the establishment and expansion of new research and development hubs in strategic locations worldwide. Located in Vienna (Austria)...

IDEMIA secure transactions and seven other French cybersecurity pioneers unite to develop large-scale quantum security solutions

As the cybersecurity landscape evolves with the looming threat of quantum computing, industry pioneers are joining forces to develop robust solutions. The Hyperform consortium unites several pioneering players in cybersecurity and post-quantum: IDEMIA Secure Transactions, a project coordinator and a pioneering provider of secure solutions, CryptoNext, a provider of post-quantum cryptography remediation solutions, Atempo, a provider of data protection solutions, Prim’X, a software publ...

RAD announces vast improvements in its firearm detection speed & accuracy

Robotic Assistance Devices, Inc., a subsidiary of Artificial Intelligence Technology Solutions, Inc., is pleased to announce significant enhancements in the performance and reliability of its firearm detection AI analytics. These improvements will be incorporated into RAD's popular line of security devices, including ROSA™, RIO™, AVA™, and RADDOG™, and will begin shipping in June. Key features Key features of the upgraded firearm detection system include: Double Aut...

OPTEX celebrates 45th anniversary of continued sensing innovation

Pioneering sensor manufacturer OPTEX has reached a landmark 45th year at the forefront of the industry, recognised for its continuous commitment to the development and creation of intelligent sensing and detection technologies and solutions. Founded on 25 May 1979 in a coffee house in Kyoto, Japan, by electronics engineer Toru Kobayashi and three of his colleagues, OPTEX was born with a clear vision: to build a global sensing technology business with precision and intelligence at its heart. OP...

Elite Interactive Solutions unveils sleek new website

Elite Interactive Solutions, a remote video guarding pioneer using proprietary intelligence and integration to achieve proven crime prevention, announces the launching of its new website. Several months in the making, the site has been designed with the security end-user customer across a diverse range of vertical markets in mind, highlighting the myriad benefits of Elite’s solution and company differentiation in an appealing and user-friendly format.  Whether viewing quickly at a gl...

BSIA appoint Martin Watson as new association chair

The British Security Industry Association (BSIA) has appointed Martin Watson as its new Chair at the Association’s Spring Forum and Annual General Meeting. With a background in fire, security, and engineering spanning 40 years, Martin is currently Industry Laison Director for BSIA members Mitie Fire & Security Systems; he is also the Chair of the Fire Industry Association, and until recently, was Chair of the Association’s Security Systems section. BSIA’s chairman Martin...

Teledyne FLIR, Extech unveils new range of test and measurements tools: Combining exceptional value with enhanced safety

In an exciting development for professionals in the electrical, HVAC, and industrial sectors, Extech has just announced the launch of its new series of measurement tools. This latest offering includes the advanced EX-series of multimetres and clamp metres, the innovative IAQ320 air quality monitor, and the versatile BR450W borescopes. These tools are engineered to offer exceptional value without compromising on the critical aspect of safety. Extech's latest innovations EX-Series Multimetres...

Cryptomathic and Utimaco strengthen partnership to enhance security and simplify compliance

Cryptomathic, a global pioneer in data security and encryption, and Utimaco, one of the most trusted names in global IT security, have strengthened their partnership to provide complete solutions in cryptographic key management, eSignatures and payments issuance and authorisation. The enhanced partnership will deliver closer alignment between Cryptomathic’s industry-pioneering security software and Utimaco’s hardware security modules (HSMs), boosting security and business readiness...

Frontline security officers recognised across the UK for keeping people, property and places professionally protected

The British Security Industry Association (BSIA) has announced its regional security personnel winners for 2024, recognising frontline security officers across the United Kingdom for their commitment to keeping people, property and places professionally protected. The BSIA’s regional security personnel awards are part of the Association’s British Security Awards, which will be held from 2024 at the Royal Lancaster London. All regional winners will now go forward as national finalist...

Johnson Controls showcases complete building security products, solutions and service leadership at ISC West

Johnson Controls, the global pioneer for smart, healthy and sustainable buildings, demonstrated complete building security solutions at ISC West 2024 in Las Vegas. The company showcased its comprehensive product innovation, system integration and service expertise, ultimately enabling customers to protect their people, facilities and assets. “Johnson Controls is pioneering new innovations that are transforming traditionally reactive physical security processes into connected data-driven s...

FCC Environment and Suffolk's innovative recycling centre project

A new £2 million recycling centre is on target to open on Homefield Road in Haverhill in the summer of 2024. It will replace the recycling centre at Chalkstone Way and is more than three times the size of the existing site. The construction works are being completed by FCC Environment and its contractor DXI Regeneration Ltd, on behalf of Suffolk County Council. The facility will be operated by FCC Environment, which manages all of Suffolk’s 11 recycling centres. New centre features...

Morse Watchmans features award-winning key control and asset management solutions at The Security Event 2024

Morse Watchmans, the industry pioneer in key control and asset management systems, is showcasing its line of innovative key control and asset management solutions at The Security Event, April 30–May 2, 2024. Event attendees can visit stand 5/H50 to experience these products first-hand and hear about Morse Watchmans’ industry-first features for the efficient management of keys and assets. Robust solutions for management  “We are seeing incredible growth of both the secur...

Security Executive Council: Conference to offer education, networking, and solutions on workplace violence management

The Security Executive Council, with Rice University and MD Anderson Cancer Centre, will facilitate a day and a half of expert-led sessions on workplace violence risk management for corporate security practitioners, cross-functional partners, and police and emergency responders. According to the Bureau of Labour Statistics, in 2020 there were more than 37,000 nonfatal workplace injuries inflicted intentionally by another person and nearly 400 workplace homicides. Healthcare workers are five tim...

Invicti launches first AI-enabled predictive risk scoring for application security testing

Invicti, the pioneering provider of application security testing solutions, announced its new AI-enabled Predictive Risk Scoring capability. The feature assigns predicted risk to applications and helps organisations gain a strategic view of their overall application security risk. Predictive Risk Scoring allows organisations to determine which web applications should be scanned first and proactively prioritise remediation efforts. This new capability remaps the application security testing proc...

AVEVA launches CONNECT, the world’s pioneering industrial intelligence platform, at Hannover Messe

AVEVA, a global pioneer in industrial software, driving digital transformation and sustainability, has chosen Hannover Messe to unveil CONNECT, the world’s fastest-growing industrial intelligence platform providing trusted and actionable insights to decision-makers in diverse sectors.  CONNECT empowers industrial pioneers with a deeper understanding of their business and an intelligent digital twin that unifies insights across their industrial ecosystem to drive performance, optimise...

Zitko Group embarks on Irish expansion, strengthening commitment to the fire and security sector

Zitko Group, a pioneering provider of talent solutions in the fire and security sector, is delighted to announce its expansion into Ireland, marking a significant milestone in the company's strategic growth initiatives. Industry-led and in line with increasing demand in the region, Zitko Group (Ireland) Ltd is ready to bring expertise and innovative solutions to new and existing clients and partners across Ireland. Zitko overarching mission Aaron joined the business in 2023 and has already es...

SharpEagle Technology awarded as most innovative industrial safety solutions provider 2024 - UK

SharpEagle Technology, a pioneer in the field of industrial safety solutions, has been honoured with the prestigious award for 'Most Innovative Industrial Safety Solutions Provider 2024' in the UK by Corporate Vision. This accolade highlights the company's unwavering commitment to advancing safety standards within industrial environments. Pioneering safety innovations At the forefront of industrial safety, SharpEagle Technology is dedicated to enhancing safety protocols across various sector...

TDSi announces its stand lineup for The Security Event 2024

Integrated Access Control and Security manufacturer TDSi announces it will be showcasing its GARDiS Integrated Access Control solutions on Stand 5/G60 at The Security Event 2024, which takes place from 30th April to 2nd May at the NEC Birmingham, UK. Also appearing on the stand this year will be Perimeter Intrusion Detection manufacturer, Harper Chalice who joined the Vitaprotech Group in 2023. Integrated security systems John Davies, Managing Director at TDSi, and the exp...

DigiCert achieves record growth in FY2024 as worldwide demand for digital trust increases

DigiCert, Inc., a pioneering global provider of digital trust, announced accelerated adoption of its Digital Trust solutions as the company closed a record total of new bookings in Q4 of its fiscal year as well as a record number of patents filed. Product innovation and key partnerships, coupled with the increasing demand for Digital Trust, were behind the strong customer demand. As the need for Digital Trust continues to rise – from quantum computing and connected devices to content...

ASIS International and Security Industry Association announce conference lineup for Security LeadHER 2024

ASIS International and the Security Industry Association (SIA) have announced the agenda and speaker lineup for their second annual Security LeadHER conference, an event designed to showcase women in security. Security LeadHER 2024 will be held June 24-25 at the Sheraton Phoenix Downtown in Phoenix, Arizona. This conference from ASIS and SIA will bring together security professionals committed to advancing, connecting and empowering women in the security profession. High-im...

New Quantum RAPTOR redefines AI workflows with dense, scalable tape storage solution

Quantum Corporation announced the Scalar i7 RAPTOR, the latest in tape innovation to support growing AI use cases. Built to handle advanced AI workflows for hyperscale customers, MSPs, and large enterprises, the Scalar i7 RAPTOR is engineered to deliver the densest, most scalable tape solution on the market. As organisations look to retain more data than ever to fuel AI models, this new offering gives customers an ultra-low cost, green, and secure solution for data lakes, data protection, and p...

SONITROL celebrates 60 years of protecting what matters

SONITROL, the pioneering provider of integrated business security solutions, has achieved a significant milestone by reaching 60 years in business. The company will commemorate its six decades of achievements over the coming months and to mark the occasion has joined the Partner Alliance for Safer Schools (PASS) in order to work with the education community to better secure schools and create safer learning environments. In 1963 Robert Baxter met Al Cronk in Anderson, Indiana. Baxter was an inv...