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 A presentation made by Alliance chairman, James Kelly, reflected on the progress made by the AllianceThe newly-rebranded Security Regulation Alliance, celebrated its one year anniversary by reinforcing its support for a new regulatory regime for the security industry at this week's Security Industry Authority (SIA) Stakeholder Conference in Sheffield.A presentation made by Alliance Chairman, James Kelly, reflected on the progress made by the Alliance, alongside the SIA and government...

 Security and Safety Technologies XVII caters for the security community in RussiaSecurity and Safety Technologies XVII International Forum (SST Moscow) is the major event for exhibitors, visitors, purchasers and government officials involved in the security community in Russia, introduces a dedicated promotional campaign for new security products, services, brands, and installations. Multiple opportunities are available for all the exhibitors. The SST will take place February 14-...

The security industry recognises ADT Fire & Security as a European leaderADT Fire & Security, Europe’s leading provider of fire and security solutions, has received a prestigious “Inspiration in HR Award” from specialist security recruiters SSR® Personnel at the 2011 Security Excellence Awards.  This award commends ADT’s development and implementation of initiatives to improve employee engagement, all within a short-space of time.Channelling feedback from...

 Secutech 2012 will showcase a  surveillance line-up of lenses, cameras, video servers, NVRs and DVRs Running from 18 - 20 April 2012 at the Taipei Nangang Exhibition Centre, Taiwan, Secutech, Asia's leading security exhibition is expecting more than 560 exhibitors to showcase their latest electronic security, components of security, fire & safety and information security products and technologies.The three-day show is organised by Messe Frankfurt New Era Business Media Ltd an...

 The new surveillance solution will benefit professionals using full HD displays in retail, industrial, sectors QNAP Security proudly announced the successful integration of a series of Samsung Techwin network cameras with the VioStor NVR (Network Video Recorder) series.  Combining the strengths of QNAP VioStor NVR series such as high performance hardware platform with excellent data processing power, user-friendly interface, and award-winning data storage technology, with the new...

  The expansion includes the addition of a Middle East branch office in Dubai, UAELeading perimeter security systems provider Southwest Microwave, Inc. announces the expansion of its operations in the Middle East, North Africa and the Subcontinent with the addition of a Middle East branch office in Dubai, UAE. This full-service facility adds a technical support component to the company's well-established regional sales activities, and reinforces Southwest Microwave's focused commi...

  At the show, ComNet will showcase their latest innovative product rangeComNet Europe of Leeds in the United Kingdom, a leading manufacturer of Fiber Optic, Copper and Ethernet/IP transmission and networking equipment, will be exhibiting at this year's Security 2011 Exhibition, Australia's leading industry show in Sydney from 24th to 26th August.  At the show, ComNet will showcase their latest innovative product range including:Ethernet over Coax/UTP Ethernet over Coax with PoE U...

  Q1 Labs will implement its QRadar Security Intelligence platform in CSIT's research lab Q1 Labs, the global provider of total security intelligence solutions, announced that it has become a member and official partner of the Centre for Secure Information Technologies (CSIT) in Belfast, Northern Ireland. This further demonstrates Q1 Labs' commitment to European security intelligence markets and builds on the company's existing European efforts out of its distribution, R&D, sales a...

  Opengear offers 50% discounts for qualified training centers and students Opengear, provider of next generation console server and remote management solutions, announced it will offer a 50% discount to qualified Cisco training centers around the world for the Opengear IM4200, CM4000 and ACM5000. "IT labs and training facilities leverage Opengear open source console servers and smart cellular routers to bring secure hands-on experiences to remote students," said Todd Rycheck...

Kane Computing Ltd (KCL) have signed a distribution agreement with BAP Image Systems of Erlangen Germany to sell their specialised high speed colour and grayscale data capture and processing products used in medical, industrial, financial and government applications. BAP Image Systems are specialists in designing and supplying high speed image capture and processing products and systems including high speed line scan cameras and image processing and compression hardware for integration into p...

Many organisations have a requirement for limited alarm monitoring either for their own estate or as an add on service to offer their customers. For some, there may be a need to provide monitoring for a small number of high security sites.However, the costs can be prohibitive once the procurement of software and hardware is taken into account, together with the project costs of getting it all working. In order to provide a solution in these circumstances, Bold has developed an entry level packag...

Samsung has introduced the SNO-5080R, a 1.3 megapixel weatherproof network bullet camera with built-in varifocal lens and IR LEDs which is capable of delivering high definition 720p images, both during the day and at night.The SNO-5080R can be installed virtually out of the box as it incorporates all the component parts of an external IP66 rated weatherproof camera, including a varifocal lens, sun shield and bracket. Thanks to the inclusion of built-in IR LEDs, it is capable of capturing high de...

 Magnet Schultz Ltd, will unveil The Electric Gatelock, the Load Release and the ATEX-rated Shotbolt at IFSEC 2011Electromagnet assembly development specialist, Magnet Schultz Ltd, is to unveil a series of exciting new products at IFSEC 2011 from the 16th to the 19th May. The products on show will be The Electric Gatelock, the Load Release and the ATEX-rated Shotbolt. Experts from the Magnet Schultz team will be available on Stand 3/D5 in Hall 3A, to show attendees, the distinct advantages...

 Penny + Giles will demonstrate its standard range including open-frame, tubular, AC laminated and latching versionsFollowing its acquisition of Mechetronics, Penny + Giles - a business unit of Curtiss-Wright Controls and designer and manufacturer of joysticks, sensors and solenoids - will be using its first time at IFSEC to introduce its industrial range of solenoid actuators and promote its joystick controllers and sensors.The integration of Mechetronics provides Penny + Giles with extens...

Opengear, a leading provider of remote infrastructure management solutions, has launched its award winning range of console servers, device servers and cellular routers into the UK market. Opengear is a pioneer in open source management appliances and cloud services that simplify control of complex distributed systems and networks. By supporting open source Linux and open standards, Opengear helps its clients reduce costs and increase interoperability by providing a fully integrated turnkey solu...

 CNL Software and Observation Technologies have collaborated to provide innovative technology solutionsCNL Software, a world leader in Physical Security Information Management (PSIM) software, has entered into a technology partnership with Observation Technologies (ObsTek) Inc, developers of Radar Systems. Observation Technologies (ObsTek) Inc., was founded in 1986 and specialises in converting sensor observations into useful information for commercial and military customers.ObsTek provides...

 Dr. Dietmar Ley, Chairman of the Management Board, Basler AGBasler AG is releasing its audited annual report for 2010. The camera specialist realised the best results in the company's history in 2010, merely one year after the global economic and financial crisis.The group's turnover increased in fiscal year 2010 by 51.3 % to € 51.0 million (previous year: € 33.7 million). The gross profit margin increased to 43.5 % from 35.0 % in the previous year. The earnings before taxes incr...

Abloy has become the first security specialist to launch a high security key cylinder designed to meet the needs of industrial locking environments.Abloy UK has launched a high security key cylinder system specifically targeted at the high security retail, OEM applications and museum display case markets.Designed for use in camlocks and furniture locks, Sentry incorporates a wide range of high security padlocks for use in demanding industrial environments.The new Abloy Sentry cylinder system als...

  Security Solutions have launched a new brand identity for their security installation businessAs part of its pledge to become even more customer focused, Security Solutions, one of the UK's leading manufacturers and installers of perimeter security equipment, has developed a new brand identity. Managing director, Andrew Davies is adamant that these recessionary times are ideal to grow strong brands. He says:  "Security Solutions is a really innovative and dynamic...

  The British Security Association encourages government tax credit increases for security businessesThe British Security Industry Association (BSIA) has welcomed the Government's announcement of a boost to tax credits for small businesses conducting Research and Development into new products.  As part of yesterday's Budget announcement, Chancellor George Osborne reinforced the Coalition's support for manufacturing, increasing R&D tax credits to 200% from April 2011, a figure...

  Van Heijningen will be based in Austin, Texas where the Honeywell's Vindicator security systems are manufactured Honeywell announced that Franco P.L. van Heijningen has joined Honeywell Systems in the role of general manager for its Vindicator Technologies business. Vindicator® offers electronic security systems that protect critical assets and personnel within the government, military, commercial and industrial markets at more than 1,500 highly sensitive sites across t...

  JSIC is as originally intended a single representative body that can speak for the security industry with government The leak in September 2010 of an imminent government announcement that the Security Industry Authority (SIA) would be axed in the current round of planned expenditure cuts caused the security industry manned guarding interests to reel in shock. The demise of a number of quangoes and other non-departmental public bodies was threatened and in many cases subsequently conf...

 SIA's New Product Showcase (NPS) has expanded the number of product categories to 30 For more than three decades, the NPS has been the premier awards-based marketing program in the security industry. The number of categories in which products may be entered has been expanded for 2011 to nearly 30 to reflect technological changes in the security industry. Judging panels composed of industry experts will select winners in each of these categories and will present the Judges' Choice Award and...

   President Obama signed into law legislation backed by Security Industry Association (SIA)-led coalition President Obama signed into law legislation backed by a Security Industry Association (SIA)-led coalition that will provide electronic security companies relief from an onerous and misguided energy efficiency requirement.The Energy Independence and Security Act (EISA) of 2007 requires electronic devices to meet certain efficiency standards while in "no-load" mode. The la...

 Mr. Law's experience will greatly contribute to Lumenera's success in the surveillance industryLumenera Corporation, a leading manufacturer and developer of high performance digital cameras and custom imaging solutions for surveillance, scientific and industrial markets, is pleased to announce the addition of Mr. Scott Law to its sales force.Joining Lumenera as Director of Worldwide Sales for security markets, Scott brings over 20 years of experience in sales/business development...