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IHS Markit: Global shipment of e-government credentials to reach 1 billion units by 2020

The e-government and healthcare identification market is very much driven by individual projects Shipments of electronic government (e-government) credentials—including e-passports, e-identity cards, e-health cards and e-driving licenses, and others—are projected to reach 1 billion units in 2020, nearly doubling 2015 volume.Project-driven marketThe e-government and healthcare identification market is very much driven by individual projects. Whether these projects c...

Evidence Talks names Simon Davey as new Head of Sales

At Evidence Talks, Simon Davey will report directly to CEO Elizabeth Sheldon Evidence Talks, a Milton Keynes based business that provides expert digital forensic systems and advice to law enforcement, security services, and corporates around the world has appointed Simon Davey as its new Head of Sales.With an imminent move to bigger premises due and a record-breaking sales year behind it, Evidence Talks has recently announced a number of new staff appointments of which Simon D...

Morse Watchmans launches Gen2 CPU for KeyWatcher Touch system

USB ports in Gen2 CPU support up to 32GB high speed flash drives Morse Watchmans introduced a new generation CPU for its KeyWatcher Touch system that is faster, stronger, and more adaptable to meet and exceed the needs of current and future applications.Improved performanceAccording to Fernando Pires, VP of Sales and Marketing at Morse Watchmans, KeyWatcher Touch Gen2 is actually four generations improved from its predecessor. The increase in processor speed, coupled with memo...

Tyco offers HID mobile-enabled readers with OSDP to interface with Software House C•CURE 9000 v.2.50

The integration provides customers with more choices on the type of reader they can deploy Tyco Security Products is offering HID Mobile Access iCLASS SE and multiCLASS SE Mobile-Enabled Readers with optional Open Supervised Device Protocol (OSDP) for use with Software House C•CURE 9000 v.2.50 event management platform. This integration ensures that customers have access to the newest breed of access control readers available in the market currently, enabling users the ab...

TBS introduces customised biometric solutions for small and medium-sized applications

The packages have been strictly designed based on the plug & play concept and are less complex than the large-scale Unlimited Enterprise Solution package Small Enterprise Solutions and Medium Enterprise Solutions – with these two packages, the Swiss provider of professional biometric systems (TBS) introduces two powerful and versatile solutions for small and medium-sized enterprises. The two new packages extend TBS’s proven biometric access and time recording...

Farpointe Data partners with Cypress on wireless mobile, handheld card readers

The handheld Wireless Mobile Reader (WMR) system provides identity verification where fixed readers can't Farpointe Data, the access control industry's trusted global partner for RFID solutions, recently announced that handheld mobile reader (WMR) systems using Farpointe reader modules are now available from Cypress Integrated Solutions. The handheld reader combines a Farpointe card reader and a wireless Cypress Suprex Reader-Extender in one portable unit so that the user...

Delta Scientific introduces HD200 barrier featuring 0.63s emergency fast operation

With a 0.63 second EFO, Delta Scientific HD200 provides increased safety against terrorists using vehicles as weapons Delta Scientific, a manufacturer of counter-terrorist vehicle control systems used in the United States and internationally, announced that its newest vehicle access control barrier, the breakthrough HD200, was built for high traffic locations requiring rapid emergency fast operation (EFO) rates and open/close cycles. With a 0.63 second EFO and a 2-5 secon...

ShotSpotter introduces new mobile app for real-time gunfire alerts

ShotSpotter empowers law enforcement with critical live data on the beat SST, Inc., a provider acoustic gunfire detection services, announced a new mobile app designed to extend ShotSpotter Flex alerts to a new native browser user-interface and native mobile iOS and Android platforms. With the new mobile app, more law enforcement users will have access to the valuable ShotSpotter service beyond the dispatch office or squad car, with real-time gunfire alerts delivered anytime,...

ASIS 2016 Accolades Award winners list released

IoT-based platforms, software analytics, and personal protection devices feature in the Accolades winners ASIS International, an organisation for security professionals worldwide, has selected its ASIS 2016 Accolades Award winners. ASIS Accolades Award recognises the security industry's most innovative new products, services, and/or solutions featured at the ASIS International Annual Seminar and Exhibits (ASIS 2016), taking place Sept 12-15 at the Orange County...

Bosch introduces Remote Connect cloud service for intrusion control panels

The Remote Connect cloud service makes it even faster and easier to connect to the control panels Bosch Security Systems, Inc. is now providing dealers and integrators in North America cloud-based connectivity to its B and G Series intrusion control panels for remote programming and end-user app connectivity. The new Remote Connect cloud service makes it even faster and easier to connect to the control panels by eliminating the need to change customer router settings, firewall...

Soliton Systems introduces ZAO-S video mobile encoder for public safety applications

ZAO-S is a miniature entry level device that provides H.265 HEVC encoding direct from the camera Soliton Systems, a Japanese technology company specialising in mobile video encoding and IT security, were the first to market with an H.265 mobile encoder in 2015 with the ZAO product, which has been used extensively in public safety, broadcast, and video surveillance applications throughout the world. It is a mobile device that provides live video streaming in high resolution HD...

Dantech releases DAV 1U power supply model with individual load output switches

The Dantech DAV 1U is ideal for security, recording studio, or domestic audio/visual applications Dantech Electronic Engineering, the UK manufacturer of specialist power supplies and ancillary equipment, has released the DAV 1U, a new rack-mount power supply model with individual load output switches. Featuring a 1U 19” rack-mount enclosure, the new Dantech DAV 1U features front mounted output switches with integrated LED’s to provide visible indication of per cha...

Reliance High-Tech enhances Reliance Protect lone worker service with welfare check capability

Reliance Protect safeguards tens of thousands of employees across a broad range of sectors and applications Reliance High-Tech is enhancing its Reliance Protect lone worker service by introducing a new welfare check capability for lone workers entering high-risk situations, adding a further layer of safety and reassurance for both staff and employers.Reliance High-Tech developed the innovative welfare check solution working closely in partnership with a leading UK retailer, lo...

Tyco Security Products celebrates 30 years of innovation with Kantech access control

Kantech has always ensured streamlined user experience and intuitive installations for its installers Tyco Security Products is proud to announce that the Kantech access control product line is celebrating its 30th year, marking a history of innovation, integrity, and usability, to make it one of the most well-known and respected access control brands in the market currently. From its first KT-100 and KT-200 door controllers to its integrated INTEVO, its complete security solu...

Protection 1 announces “The Power to Do More for You” at ASIS 2016

The exhibit marks the company’s first appearance with ADT since the announcement of their integration Protection 1, the premier full-service business and home security company in the U.S., announces “The Power to Do More for You” at the ASIS 2016 Conference in Orlando, Florida. The exhibit marks the company’s first appearance with ADT since the announcement of their integration in May 2016. Expanding footprint From September 12-14 at booth #3113, Prot...

LifeSafety Power displays new intelligent power management solutions at ASIS 2016

At ASIS 2016, LifeSafety Power will exhibit growing ecosystem of network-based solutions LifeSafety Power, Mundelein, Illinois, a provider of smarter power solutions and patented remote networking capabilities, is already creating a buzz for ASIS 2016, September 12-15 in Orlando, with its intelligent power management solutions. Set to exhibit at booth 3461 during the show, the company’s growing suite of products have effectively forged a new category of remote managed se...

LifeSafety Power adds industry leader Steve Wagner as Board Member

Steve Wagner is a highly respected security industry veteran and business strategist LifeSafety Power® Inc., Mundelein, Illinois, a provider of Smarter Power Solutions and patented remote networking capabilities, announced the appointment of respected industry veteran Steve Wagner to the company’s Board of Directors. LifeSafety Power growth LifeSafety Power has experienced phenomenal growth since first unveiling the FlexPower® product line in 2010 and with this...

Interdata joins Pulse Secure NAC Ignite certification programme

Interdata offers a range of solutions focused around IT security, access control, and risk and threat mitigation Pulse Secure, a provider of secure access solutions, has announced that Interdata, a highly regarded provider of security solutions and Secure Premier partner, is one of the first French partners to join the new Pulse Secure NAC Ignite certification programme. InterdataBased just outside Paris, France with around 100 employees and 2015 revenue of € 29 million,...

Farpointe Data’s Ranger transmitter now supports MIFARE DESFire EV1

MIFARE DESFire EV1 uses 128 AES encryption, the same as used by the U.S. federal government Farpointe Data, the access control industry's trusted partner for RFID solutions, announced that access control manufacturers, distributors, and integrators can now add a 13.56-MHz contactless smart card module with MIFARE Classic or today's benchmark, the DESFire EV1, to their customers' Ranger long range transmitters, making them compatible and interoperable with Farpointe D...

AMAG Technology introduces new capabilities in Symmetry GUEST to improve visitor experience

Symmetry GUEST integrates with Symmetry CONNECT and Symmetry Access Control System to provide an optimal security solution AMAG Technology’s Symmetry GUEST visitor management system, a web-based software platform that improves and streamlines the visitor experience while enforcing security policies, now includes several new enhancements to help companies meet compliance, save money, and create an exceptional visitor experience. Symmetry GUEST operates on most tablets, sm...

Kantech debuts EntraPass Go mobile app with one-touch installation

Kantech EntraPass Go free mobile application decreases installation time and lowers the total cost of ownership Tyco Security Products introduces Kantech EntraPass Go Install, a free mobile application that uses intuitive QR code technology, pre-populated fields and a simplified commissioning process to significantly decrease installation time and lower the total cost of ownership. The application can be associated with other security devices, such as cameras managed by exacq...

Welbeck Secure announces partnership with PSA Security Network

This partnership will allow PSA to distribute Welbeck’s network connection and management solutions for the security industry PSA Security Network and Welbeck Secure announces that Welbeck has entered into a partnership with PSA to distribute Welbeck’s network connection and management solutions for the security industry. Through this partnership PSA integrators will gain a competitive edge by offering unique and quality secure connectivity products to their c...

Automatic Systems to exhibit vehicle and pedestrian access control products at Security Essen 2016

Security Essen boasts more than 1,000 exhibitors and 42,000 trade visitors, and offers a high standard of security and protection products Automatic Systems will be exhibiting at the upcoming SECURITY ESSEN 2016 show to be held in Essen, Germany, on September 27-30, 2016. Security Essen is one of the most important trade fairs for security and fire prevention. The show, which boasts more than 1,000 exhibitors and 42,000 trade visitors, offers a high standard of security and p...

BCDVideo releases Rigid Networking Series switches hardened to operate in harsh environment

Advantages of Rigid Networking include multicast capabilities, redundant power, and port naming BCDVideo has released a new line of harsh environment networking switches called Rigid Networking. These new video surveillance products will set the standard for outdoor security solutions. BCDVideo is the first system integrator to combine high-performance and price with a rugged, multicast product. This opens the door for highly customisable security solutions. “The value...

Videx introduces GSM PRO door entry system with integrated proximity access control

The GSM PRO intercoms provides greater security and freedom at the same time Videx has launched a new GSM door entry system that uses mobile technology to communicate and operate doors, automatic gates, car parks and remote site applications. The GSM PRO intercoms are available in kit form or as part of the popular 4000 Series modular door entry system for single call button applications up to 50 apartments all with the facility to divert to three additional numbers if the fi...

IHS report: Internet of things (IoT) increases growth and opportunities in remote monitoring markets

Penetration in residential sector is expected to increase by double digits by 2020 due to new functions and better technology The internet of things (IoT) is driving advances in technology and functionality in many industries, and the remote monitoring industry is no exception. New market data from IHS estimates the global remote monitoring market was worth $24.7 billion in 2015. Connected systems and services are expected to play a large role in the growth of this industry in...

Essence WeR@Home home management platform to be showcased at IFSEC’s Home Automation zone

IFSEC’s increased focus on IoT allowed Essence to showcase what they have been doing for years Essence, a provider of IoT, cloud-based connected living solutions, will be showcasing its WeR@Home Home Management Platform at the upcoming IFSEC International security exhibition in London to show how service providers can benefit from the new opportunities created by IoT. Leveraging more than 20 years in the security field, Essence’s end-to-end integrated platform let...

Tyco Integrated Security introduces Remote Diagnostic Services for Sensormatic Synergy Store Front Detection Systems

The solution allows technicians remote access to in-store synergy systems for upgrades, diagnostics and most repairs Tyco Integrated Security (TycoIS) announced Remote Diagnostic Services for Sensormatic® Synergy Store Front Detection Systems. The new services, designed to reduce field service calls and delays, provides TycoIS technicians with remote access into Synergy pedestals to quickly address system upgrades, health checks and other issues, resulting in fas...

Opengear appoints Marcio Saito as Chief Technology Officer

Marcio Saito will help Opeangear to enhance the technical features of their network-resilient solutions Opengear a provider of infrastructure management solutions through advanced console servers, remote management, monitoring, and cellular out-of-band products, announced the appointment of Marcio Saito as Chief Technology Officer. Saito joins Opengear with extensive industry experience in executive leadership positions at global technology companies. He wi...

Altronix highlights innovative power and transmission solutions at ESX 2016

LINQ enables power to be monitored, controlled and reported from virtually anywhere Altronix Corporation, a leader in power and transmission solutions for the professional security industry, is showcasing a number of new and innovative products and solutions at ESX 2016, including the company’s new LINQ™ Technology Platform. Designed to fill the void in network communications for mission-critical power distribution applications, LINQ provides remote control of powe...