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Allegion US (Allegion plc), a globally renowned provider of security products and solutions, and Gallagher (Gallagher Security), a global security manufacturer, have announced that the US Government has approved their new electronic access solution. Schlage AD-302 FIPS 201-2 is integrated with Gallagher’s Command Centre security software platform and is the first electronic lock listed on the General Services Administration (GSA) Approved Product List (APL), expanding access to key govern...

PROTECH, the North American subsidiary of VITAPROTECH of France, will announce the introduction of its group sister company, TDSi of the United Kingdom, into the US access control market, at the Global Security Exchange 2021 (GSX 2021) event, taking place in Orlando, Florida. TDSi provides fully integrated access control and security solution that is both, cost-effective for customers and drives margin generation for the business. GARDiS solutions roll out in North America The powerful GARDiS...

Smart Building Certification, a global certifying organisation that is dedicated to creating smarter and more efficient buildings, has announced that Eagle Eye Networks, the globally renowned company in cloud video surveillance solutions and Brivo, an international company in cloud-based access control solutions, are the first physical security companies to go through the Smart Solution Certification, affirming the fact that smart security, namely cloud video surveillance and access control, is...

Xerafy, the globally renowned company and innovator of Gen2 passive UHF RFID metal tags, has announced the launch of its updated MICRO series of on-metal tags, which are designed to meet the challenges of automation and digitisation in manufacturing. Beyond identification and tracking, industrial RFID systems for manufacturing are moving towards automation, digitisation, and data acquisition. MICRO series of on-metal tags The company’s flagship MICRO series offers tags that are all desi...

Air Partner plc (Air Partner), the global aviation services group, is seeing momentum build in its Safety & Security Division, with both Baines Simmons and Redline continuing to secure new business wins. Aviation safety and fatigue risk management consultancy company, Baines Simmons has been awarded a contract by Caledonian MacBrayne (CalMac), the UK's largest ferry operator, in terms of ships and destinations served, to implement a ‘Just Culture’ programme, to build on its exce...

Cymulate, the industry standard for SaaS-based Continuous Security Validation, has announced the launch of two new solutions, to enable businesses to validate their security technologies and policies. Attack Surface Management (ASM) discovers exploitable external assets, and Vulnerability Prioritization Technology (VPT) that integrates with vulnerability scanners, to reduce risk exposure time on internal assets. These new offerings empower security teams, to efficiently prioritise vulnerabiliti...

Morse Watchmans, the globally renowned company in key control and asset management systems, will be exhibiting at GSX 2021 show, featuring their latest new key control and management solutions, at booth #1714. Key control solutions at GSX 2021 The company’s flagship KeyWatcher Touch will be displayed with a new Generation 3 CPU that provides improved performance, and faster user interface and improved synchronisation times. The new Gen3 CPU upgrade is also available to current KeyWatcher...

Johnson Controls, the globally renowned company in smart, healthy, and sustainable building solutions is announcing the addition of body-worn cameras and autonomous robots to its physical security portfolio, along with the integration of package screening technology, powered by RaySecur. Intelligent technologies These intelligent technologies further strengthen Johnson Controls comprehensive building security portfolio and enable customers to extend the power of their systems, far beyond the c...

LifeSafety Power, an ASSA ABLOY company, has announced that it has received LenelS2 factory certification and joined the LenelS2 OpenAccess Alliance Program (OAAP). LifeSafety Power’s NetLink NL4 and NLX Network Communication Modules interface with OnGuard access control software versions 8.0 and 7.6, to provide advanced power management for enterprise access control systems. NetLink modules interface with OnGuard platform NetLink adds proactive monitoring and management capabilities to...

ONVIF®, the global standardisation initiative for IP-based physical security products, has announced the add-on concept, which extends the ONVIF conformance process to individual product features that can solve a specific use case or end-user need. This new concept enhances the ability of ONVIF to more quickly respond to the needs of the market with increased interoperability and flexibility of choice for end-users and systems integrators. Standardised solutions “The demand for more...

SALTO (SALTO Systems) has announced that the company will exhibit its latest access control innovations, at the International Security Expo 2021, taking place at Olympia London, in London, United Kingdom, on September 28 - 29, 2021. International Security Expo 2021 “With a welcome return to live exhibitions, after the COVID-19 pandemic, we’re looking forward to showcasing our latest access control products that deliver an unrivalled keyless experience,” said SALTO UK’s...

Allied Universal a global security and facility Services Company announced the execution of a definitive agreement to acquire New York-based MSA Security (MSA) from GreyLion, a middle-market private equity firm focused on investing in leading high-growth businesses. MSA is a provider of comprehensive threat protection solutions to clients nationwide including K9 security services. The terms of the deal were not disclosed. Security resources “The acquisition of MSA Security will not...

In suburban gardens or a castle portcullis, a gate only works when it is properly closed. Leaving it open instantly creates a security risk. ASSA ABLOY’s Vertical Gate Closer shuts almost any gate tight automatically, both at residential and commercial properties. The Vertical Gate Closer removes any chance for human error. Plus, integrated with advanced 3D Cam-Motion technology on the inside, it ensures everyone can open and close the gate effortlessly. Vertical Gate Closer The gate ma...

Ava Security, the pioneer of unified video and cyber security, has teamed up with Nedap, the Dutch provider of powerful solutions in physical security, to integrate their best-in-class solutions for security professionals and integrators. Together, the Ava Aware Cloud™ intelligent video management system (VMS) and the Nedap AEOS physical access control provide the simplicity, security, and power needed for proactive physical security. Access control events By enabling the 24/7 video mon...

US-headquartered Odyssey Energy Solutions, Inc. (Odyssey) has announced its acquisition of the German remote monitoring and control technology company, Ferntech GmbH. This cements Odyssey's position as the distributed infrastructure sector’s major end-to-end investment and asset management platform. It is now supporting investors, developers, operators and governments, across the complete project lifecycle, by adding new capabilities for project operations. Ferntech GmbH acquisition Emi...

Check Point Research (CPR) sees a global boom in the black market for fake vaccine certificates on Telegram, following US President Biden’s vaccine mandate announcements made last week. The black market expands to serve 28 countries, nine of which are new: Austria, Brazil, Latvia, Lithuania, Malta, Portugal, Singapore, Thailand, UAE Price for fake vaccine certificates jumps globally, including in the US, where the price doubled from $100 to $200 Number of sellers and subscribers incre...

Allegion US, a provider of security products and solutions, and BadgePass, Inc., an industry pioneer for secure credential management systems announced the integration of the Schlage RC reader controller into the TotalCard software platform.   IP access solution with integrated reader Schlage RC offers customers the latest in IP access solutions with an integrated reader controller that is scalable for small, medium, an...

Arqit Quantum Inc. (Arqit), a globally renowned company in quantum encryption technology and Juniper Networks, an internationally recognised company in secure, AI-driven networks, have signed a ‘Technology Alliance Partner Connect’ agreement, to explore network security technology that will protect against quantum security threats. Software-defined networking Cyber-attackers regularly target networks, in order to disrupt business operations. Arqit Quantum Inc. and Juniper Networks...

Advancing its position as an emerging standard for physical threat management, Ontic, the protective intelligence software innovator digitally transforming how companies actively identify, investigate, assess, watch and manage physical security threats, announces it has acquired SIGMA Threat Management Associates (SIGMA). The acquisition builds on the companies’ successful partnership integrating SIGMA’s precedent-setting threat assessment protocols and their subject matter expertis...

HID Global, a globally renowned company in trusted identity solutions, has announced that it is the world’s first ticketing solution provider with a software development kit (SDK) that is fully certified and compliant to Calypso HCE standards, for secure and convenient mobile ticketing on smartphones. SDK certified to Calypso standards The certification specifies how to protect ticket data stored in the mobile device’s wallet, helping transport operators to effectively fight fraud,...

Alcatraz AI, a pioneer in physical security technologies, announces an initiative to promote touchless authentication while returning to the office. As companies decide how to safely return to work, Alcatraz AI is providing the opportunity to try its frictionless authentication solution, the Rock, which minimises touchpoints and provides facemask verification to ensure COVID safety. Until October 31st, companies who sign up will get a 45 day free trial of the Rock. Multi-factor authentication...

Patriot One Technologies Inc. announced it has released the next phase of its threat detection multi-sensor gateway (MSG) with technology enhancements that make it increasingly accurate, flexible, and practical for sports and entertainment venues. MSG is a weapons detection scanner that stadiums and entertainment venues can deploy at points of entry. Unlike traditional metal detectors, the system uses sensors and purpose-designed artificial intelligence (AI) to scan for prohibited items such as...

Companies’ growing realisation that cyber security and web-enabled smart building access are together becoming a single security priority for business heads the insights in a new white paper on the intelligent access control market from 2N, the provider of IP intercom systems. Called ‘The Evolution of Access Control: guidance for smart office projects,’ the report enables building owners, employers, installers, FMs and security professionals to examine different market drivers...

Evolution, the integrated fire and security systems business, has become a certified and approved partner for Honeywell Gent. Honeywell Gent is known for its innovative fire detection and alarm systems and exclusively supplies its products and equipment to partners selected for their ability to deliver the highest quality of service. As a newly approved partner, Evolution has been recognised for its expertise and will be able to offer Honeywell Gent products as part of its design, supply, commi...

ProdataKey (PDK), manufacturer of the cloud access control platform built for mobile allows for "custom fields" within the interface of its pdk.io software. Custom fields increase PDK's solutions' overall functionality by allowing administrators to include a wide range of pertinent data associated with each user. Address, location, floor, unit number, or any other field can be added to the pdk.io user database, providing more ways to identify employees and tenants accurately and categorize them...

The Security Industry Association (SIA) names Gabrielle Shea – Public Policy Manager, government relations and public policy at NEC Corporation of America – as the 2021 recipient of the SIA Industry Advocate Award, which recognises leadership in public policy. Shea will be presented with the award on September 21 at Part 3 of the 2021 SIA GovSummit, SIA’s annual public policy and government security technology conference. The SIA Industry Advocate Award – formerly the SI...

Interphone, the security systems and building technology integrator for multi-unit residential estates and commercial property, is celebrating its 60th year. Since the launch of the business, Interphone has been a technology pioneer at the forefront of the marketplace that has contributed to some of the biggest advances in door entry and access control. Audio door entry systems “Inter-phone has always been an early adopter and technology innovator within the commercial residential sector...

Abloy UK is showcasing its range of innovative digital access solutions at the International Security Expo 2021, inviting visitors to stand B110 to see its exciting new range of products which includes CIPE Manager, a new access management solution created to meet the demanding requirements of critical infrastructure protection. User-friendly digital management system CIPE Manager allows organisations to manage all their keys, locks, and access rights from any location, with a user-friendly, c...

Infilect Technologies, a globally renowned visual intelligence company, based out of Bangalore, India, has named Naresh Sethi as their Chief Growth Evangelist, to take the helm of their global growth expansion plans. Business transformations expert Naresh Sethi is a distinguished global strategic leader and champion in driving digital & business transformations for major consumer goods brands. He is currently the Chairman at VST industries, an Indian public conglomerate, associated with Br...

Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) provides new and profitable opportunities for increasing organisational, financial and operational performance. For instance, the retail and logistics industries can benefit from the superior RFID technology. RFID readers and solutions DENSO WAVE EUROPE (Denso Wave), member of the Toyota Group, has developed and deployed various RFID readers and solutions, which are used for inventory management, in-store product movements at the POS, for warehouse managem...