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Access controls are not just for business or residential buildings. They are crucial in schools because they safeguard the students and the building. The well-being of students, employees, and visitors depends on maintaining a safe and secure environment.  “One report from Teaching Times suggests almost half of UK schools experienced technology theft in the last three years,” said Security World Market, UK. Why are access controls essential in schools?  Access control re...

The Matrix Multi-Location Solution caters to the contemporary needs of businesses, providing the adaptability to unify dispersed offices within a singular network.  This solution presents optimal and practical choices for inter-office communication and long-distance calls. Using our highly scalable and advanced Unified Communication platforms like ETERNITY GENX, ETERNITY MENX, and ETERNITY LENX, connect multiple and distantly located offices, seamlessly. Virtual network The various branc...

Virtual Security Showcase, the professional security industry’s first online multi-vendor educational tradeshow experience established in 2020, has opened free registration for the next VSS Tech Talk. Best in Class Security and Safety for K-12 Schools, scheduled for February 21st from 2 to 3 PM EST. Attend this informative online event where a panel of physical security experts will discuss the latest technology trends to better protect K-12 schools with the latest security and safety sol...

Morse Watchmans, the industry pioneer in key control and asset management systems, is showcasing its Emergency Key Grab (EKG) Kit at booth #3255 of the 2024 Future of Education Technology Conference (FETC), January 24-26 at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, FL. This featured solution centers around Morse Watchmans’ proprietary electronic key control system and includes additional materials and support required to provide first responders with fast, secure access to keys...

Video surveillance technology has become a tool of choice for organisations looking to protect their facilities and staff, with some estimates putting the number of installed surveillance cameras over one billion worldwide.  Value of recorded video For the majority of these camera installations, the value lies in the recorded video, providing visual evidence of potential incidents, a shoplifter in a retail store, fraudulent activity such as insider threats or a faked “slip and...

Shooter Detection Systems (SDS), an Alarm.com company and provider of the world’s pioneering gunshot detection solutions, will introduce a campaign at CES 2024 to empower individuals to make their schools, workplaces, and communities safer by employing lifesaving gunshot detection technology. In an active shooter situation, gunshot detection is highly effective at mitigating injury and loss of life but is often overlooked by federal funding sources that traditionally support a wide range...

ASSA ABLOY Opening Solutions announces the latest release of its K-12 School Virtual Tour. Along with a 360° exploration of a K-12 school environment that allows users to visualise how door security solutions can be used to address everyday challenges, the interactive experience now provides an added dimension of detail on the PASS K-12 Safety and Security Guidelines from the Partner Alliance for Safer Schools (PASS). Protecting schools against emerging threats while maintaining a nurturing...

LenelS2 joins forces with National PTA and actor & father - Chad Michael Murray to help inform and empower parents to take action. There is an urgent safety issue facing children today - school security. Nearly two out of five parents of school-aged children in the U.S. say they fear for their child’s safety. To help address this, LenelS2, a global company in advanced physical security solutions, has announced the launch of On The Safe Side - a program designed to empower families, sc...

Motorola Solutions will proudly ring the opening bell at the New York Stock Exchange, celebrating its continued, purposeful transformation centred on safety and security. The company is announcing its new brand narrative, ‘Solving for safer,’ which highlights its sharpened focus on solving for safer communities, safer schools and safer businesses. Author's quote “From our storied history, today we bridge to an even stronger future. Everyone is entitled to feel safe in their c...

The Association of University Chief Security Officers (AUCSO), the organisation for security professionals working in higher and further education around the world, has launched two interactive, free, online training courses for its members. The modules, which have been specially developed and are being run in partnership with Incident Ready Consulting Ltd, are Incident Manager Training and An Introduction to Business Continuity, which will be available to AUCSO members via a secure portal on T...

Global sensor manufacturer OPTEX will unveil its latest advancements in security solutions at Sicurezza 2023. “Sicurezza is the perfect stage for us to engage with the vibrant Italian market, and demonstrate how our latest enhancements can address the security challenges faced today,” says Marco Censi, OPTEX Regional Sales Manager for Italy. “We look forward to meeting with visitors, partners, and customers and invite them to experience our technology first-hand.”...

Against the backdrop of a significant gap between the security sector’s 1,200 apprenticeships and its 30,000 engineer shortage (BSIA/Skills for Security), RISCO is looking beyond school leavers as the traditional source of new talent, by recruiting its latest apprentice from elsewhere in the electronics sector. Technical support apprentice Conor Doyle, 23, joins the manufacturer and distributor of cloud-based security solutions for the UK and Ireland as a technical support apprentice, br...

Aiphone, the international manufacturer of intercom, access control, and emergency communication products, announced it has opened a new office in the Tampa, Florida, USA, a further testament to the company's position as an industry pioneer and continued growth within the security industry. The new office marks Aiphone’s first location in the South, and fourth overall in North America. Aiphone currently has offices located in Cherry Hill, N.J., and Laval, QC. The corporate office is locat...

As the new academic year rolls on, school leaders across the United Kingdom (UK) are facing a stark and unsettling reality: the rising threat of cyber-attacks looms large. Recent reports of cyber-attacks targeting institutions such as Highgate Wood School in Crouch End, St Augustine Academy in Maidstone, and Thomas Hardye School in Dorchester, UK have highlighted the pressing need for schools to fortify their cybersecurity defences. In this blog, Advantex explores how outdated infrastructure a...

3DX-Ray who will be exhibiting once again at the important Milipol Exhibition 2023 in Paris, has announced the successful sale of four AS1 Portable X-Ray Systems and four more AXIS-A33 walk-through metal detectors. AS1 Portable X-Ray Systems The AS1 Portable X-Ray Systems are a repeat sale of four systems to an established EOD Unit customer in SE Asia. These systems represent an upgrade in capability from their existing LS1 and LS3 systems which they have used successfully for years. These ne...

Hanwha Vision is adding powerful new audio capabilities and an enhanced layer of security to its line of advanced surveillance systems with its new IP Audio System. The new system features several components including speakers in multiple form factors, an audio module for analog speaker control and an audio server. The system can operate as a stand-alone system, or it can be linked with a video surveillance system as an integrated solution to broadcast either real-time or pre-recorded messages...

The Security Industry Association (SIA) has created a series of new and updated government relations and advocacy guides for SIA members: the new Guide to U.S. Biometric Privacy Laws and Guide to Facial Recognition Laws and 2023 editions of the Federal Grants Guide, Guide to Cannabis Security Requirements and Guide to School Security Funding. Author's quote “SIA is proud to serve our members through advocacy efforts that promote the effective deployment of security solutions and advance...

From 10 to 13 October, the global airport community will gather for the 24th edition of inter airport Europe at the Munich Trade Fair Centre in Germany. The event returns with an impressive line-up of well over 400 airport suppliers from 37 countries, including seven national pavilions and more than 100 new exhibitors. Live exhibits Visitors can look forward to plenty of live exhibits in the halls and Outdoor Area and a new 600 square metre GSE Experience Area. An exciting event programme in...

ISS (Intelligent Security Systems), a global provider of video intelligence and data awareness solutions, announced that industry veterans Dennis Connor and Jason Lloyd have joined the company as its new Director of Program Management NA and Regional Business Manager for the Midwest respectively.  Dennis Connor's responsibilities Connor, who most recently served as Program/Project Manager for CX (customer experience) Initiatives at ADT, will spearhead the development of new end-user and p...

Matrix, a prominent provider of Telecom and Security solutions, eagerly anticipates showcasing its range of security and telecom products at IREE 2023. This event is scheduled from 12th to 14th October 2023 and is dedicated to innovative security solutions. The venue is Booth No. 2.120, Pragati Maidan, New Delhi, India. Matrix is the first company to offer RDSO 6.0-compliant cameras for Indian Railways. Matrix cameras are certified by STQC, Delhi lab for following the OWASP ASVS 4.0 mandated by...

The Electronic Security Association (ESA) has bestowed its National Training School Instructor of the Year honour to Jim Mundy, President of Asset Protection Associates, who stands as a shining example of dedication, expertise, and inspiration in the field of electronic security and life safety. “My first absolute love is teaching,” says Jim Mundy. “I began teaching when I was twelve years old, starting with archery, then later as a technical instructor in the military, eventu...

Magenta Security, a pioneering provider of environmentally friendly security solutions, proudly announces its ongoing commitment to sustainability with the successful verification of its carbon-neutral status for the period from 25 May 2022 to 24 May 2023. The company has maintained its dedication to minimising its environmental impact, achieving a market-based carbon footprint of 0.00 tCO2e during this assessment period. Green future commitment  Having exceeded its original goal of beco...

RiverSafe, a cybersecurity professional services provider, has partnered with the Victor Moore Foundation (VMF), a Nigerian-based, education-focused charity that supports young people to access education and opportunities. VMF is a non-profit organisation that works with children and young people from low-income homes and marginalised communities, providing them with scholarships and equipment needed for them to gain a decent education.  Learning centre RiverSafe is sponsoring 21 childre...

The Security Industry Association (SIA) has launched a new learning management system (LMS) – SIAcademy as part of its efforts to advance industry professionalism through premier education and training. SIAcademy SIAcademy is a living library of on-demand training and professional development programmes designed to enhance security professionals’ industry knowledge, technical skills, and overall job performance. The new LMS offers a modern, simple, and centralised p...

Attributed to Guy Bauman, Co-Founder & CMO, Ironvest. Ironvest is an all-in-one security and privacy app. Biometrics on social media Guy commented on the launch, “X’s introduction of biometrics is part of a growing trend amongst social media platforms aimed not just at enhancing users’ security but also clamping down on widespread identity fraud and misinformation." "Within the last six months alone, YouTube has asked medical professionals to apply to be a verified &lsq...

Camden Door Controls is pleased to bring to market its new sleekly designed CM-850 rocker switch, designed for remotely releasing maglocks or door strikes.  CM-850 Series switches are surface mounted and ideal for under-desk or wall mounting in reception areas.   Surface-mount rocker switch This surface-mount rocker switch can be used for unlocking a door for visitors or as a signaling device in a panic situation. Its form ‘C’ contacts can be easily field confi...

Dahua's latest DSS Pro V8.3 enhancement equips security personnel with advanced tools, enabling them to rapidly identify and monitor suspicious individuals' movements in just seconds. It is a cutting-edge Video Management Software (VMS) security solution designed for efficiency and scalability. It leverages users' video security systems to help them make informed decisions quickly and serves as the backbone of the operation.   AcuPick Technology The key upgrades primarily focus...

Camden is pleased to introduce its CX-95S-DH magnetic door holder designed for virtually any remote door release application. The UL-listed magnetic door holder controls the release and closing of commercial, industrial, and public area doors.  Easy and flexible installation It’s ideal for use in apartment buildings, schools, hotels, hospitals, and offices. The fail-safe operation, tri-volt coils (12/24V, AC/DC, and 120 VAC), and an adjustable armature plate allow for easy and flex...

Anviz, a global provider of professional and converged intelligent security solutions, has announced the launch of its all-in-one intelligent security solution for the education industry – Anviz One – bolstering the security infrastructure of public and private educational institutions from K-12 to university with lower upfront investment, stronger analytics, and simplified management. A one-stop system powered by a cloud infrastructure and Edge AI Server, Anviz One offers flexible...

viisights, Inc., a pioneer in behavioural recognition video analytics, is proud to join the ZeroNow coalition, a movement by the safety community to reduce violence in schools, as an industry partner. viisights’ participation in the ZeroNow alliance marks a significant milestone in the pursuit of safer and more secure schools with the introduction of real-time video intelligence to coalition partners, including schools, educators, law enforcement, and more. viisights joins the ZeroNow al...