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Tyco iSTAR Ultra SE door controller supports up to 32 readers

Tyco Security Products, part of Tyco, the world’s largest pure-play fire protection and security company, introduces iSTAR Ultra SE, a special edition iSTAR Ultra door controller that supports up to 32 readers, and combines iSTAR Ultra features with a ‘Pro mode’ that ensures flexibility and compatibility with all Software House systems. iSTAR Ultra SE is available in both wall-mount and rack mount configurations. “Pro mode” feature When used in “Pro mode&rdq...

Orion Entrance Control to display innovative entrance control technology and partnerships at ISC East 2015

Show attendees are invited to stop by and demo a variety of turnstiles Orion Entrance Control, Inc., manufacturer of high-end entrance control turnstile solutions, will unveil its newest and most exciting partnerships at the ISC East 2015 security conference this November in New York City. “We’re excited to share the best in entrance control technology with our friends and colleagues attending ISC East,” said Orion ECI President and Founder Steve Caroselli....

HID Global recognised for environmental responsibility and sustainability by Johnson Controls and Austin Chamber of Commerce

HID Global’s sustainability initiatives focus on minimising the company’s carbon footprint, reducing operating costs HID Global®, a worldwide leader in secure identity solutions, recently announced it has been recognised for its efforts in sustainability and environmental responsibility by both customer Johnson Controls and the Austin Chamber of Commerce. Awards extend the growing list of accolades the company has received on behalf of its demonstrable commitme...

ISC East 2015: Farpointe Data to discuss use of Ranger long range receivers for Wiegand network protection

With the Ranger receiver in the security closet, there would be no access readers installed at the door Farpointe Data, a DORMA Group Company, the access control industry's trusted global partner for RFID solutions, recently announced that access control integrators and end-users can help eliminate hacking of the Wiegand network by implementing its Ranger long range receivers installed in the locked security closet, with the electronic access control panels, out of harm's way....

Andrew Flood joins Integrated Biometrics' team of security professionals

Flood will ensure the continued success of Integrated Biometrics partner services infrastructure Integrated Biometrics (IntegratedBiometrics.com), creator of the world’s lightest, fastest, and most innovative FBI-Certified fingerprint scanners, recently announced the addition of security industry veteran Andrew Flood to its growing team of talented professionals. Increase in mobile biometrics In his role, Flood will ensure the continued success of Integrated Biometrics...

BSI receives accreditation from UKAS for new ISO 14001:2015 and ISO 9001:2015 Standards

The revised version of the standards feature a new high level structure which includes common text, terms and definitions BSI, the business standards company, has become one of the first certification bodies to receive the official UK accreditation status from The United Kingdom Accreditation Service (UKAS) for the new Environmental Management Systems Standard, ISO 14001:2015 and the new Quality Management Systems Standard, ISO 9001:2015. This adds to BSI’s previous accr...

ONVIF hosts 2015 membership meeting and elections

On behalf of ONVIF Steering Committee, Per Björkdahl shared the goals and strategies for the upcoming year ONVIF, the leading global standardisation initiative for IP-based physical security products, hosted its annual membership meeting and elections in late October, providing an update to members on ONVIF activities and accomplishments over the past year. Attendees around the world heard presentations on such activities as the development and publication of two new prof...

HID Global and Omni-ID resolve patent infringement litigation dispute

With this resolution, HID Global will be able to continue to expand its UHF products range HID Global®, a worldwide leader in secure identity solutions, recently announced that, under the terms of a confidential settlement, the patent infringement litigation that Omni-ID had initiated against certain HID Global products has been amicably resolved. HID Global will continue to manufacture and sell its complete range of RFID products, including UHF on-metal tags, in the U.S....

ISCON Imaging to highlight FocusScan screening solutions at Secured Cities Conference 2015

ISCON to discuss on expanding market awareness for campus, government and healthcare applications at the event ISCON Imaging Inc., a manufacturer of patented infrared (IR) imaging screening systems, will discuss its expanded focus into campus, government and healthcare markets during the Secured Cities Conference from November 10th-12th, 2015, in Houston. During the event, ISCON will also highlight its patented FocusScan™ solutions at booth 324. FocusScan & SecureSc...

Nedap Security Management Lunch & Learn sessions receive CPD certification

CPD is becoming a more and more mandatory segment of a construction professionals career development The Lunch & Learn sessions that Nedap developed as a part of its Consultant Programme have been certified by the Continuing Professional Development (CPD) Certification Service. The Certification Service is the leading independent accreditation institution for the United Kingdom. CPD is becoming a more and more mandatory segment of a construction professionals career develo...

Gallagher releases Command Centre v7.40, new mobile reader and F3 series fence controllers

Leading security technology manufacturer, Gallagher, has recently released their latest products and updates to the global security market. The release includes Command Centre v7.40, an update to the company's renowned security management platform, the all new Mobile Reader, and the F3 Series Fence Controllers. Enhancing user experience The new generation of products are designed to enhance the customer experience by improving organisational efficiency, automating manual interactions and stre...

Fermax new generation of Smile video door entry monitor

With the slogan "Improved inside, unbeatable on the outside", Fermax brings a new generation of its Smile monitor to the market. This new version maintains its successful award-winning design and captures interesting functional changes. Greater responsiveness It seems to be the same Smile monitor but it is not. On the outside, a small but significant change is observed as the framing of the product is now white. Nevertheless, there has been a major transformation improving the inside. This gen...

Feenics focuses on developing channel partner programme and business expansion in Latin America

Feenics new Director of Sales for Latin America Diego Cota will be responsible for expanding Keep to new markets When Feenics Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Sam Shalaby sold his premier systems integration firm Future Security Controls to Convergent Technologies in December 2013, it was the beginning of the Keep™ by Feenics cloud-hosted security management platform. Now Shalaby, who built the industry leading Keep software program from the ground up, is fine-focused on gr...

Sureview partners with Access Technologies, provides Immix Command Center software

Access Technologies will offer SureView Immix CC software in New Mexico, Colorado, Arizona, Southern California and Nevada SureView Systems, a global provider of enterprise command center software, announced recently it has partnered with Access Technologies, a full-service integration firm serving the Southwest United States, to provide the Immix® Command Center (CC) software platform to its current and future customers in New Mexico, Colorado, Arizona, Southern Californi...

OnSSI announces Ocularis 5 VMS integration with Galaxy Control access control solution

In continuing to deliver higher performance and added value to customers, OnSSI announces that the System Galaxy access control solution from Galaxy Control Systems fully integrates and supports the Company’s Ocularis 5 Video Management Software (VMS). The integration of these industry- leading VMS and access control solutions provides users with greatly enhanced real-time situational awareness and significantly streamlines the post-event investigation process.   VMS-access cont...

ZKAccess announces free education on the benefits, installation and operation of biometric systems

Savvy security professionals are choosing to proactively educate themselves on biometric best practices ZKAccess, a leading provider of biometric and RFID security solutions, offers free education on the benefits, installation, operation and maintenance of biometric systems. Biometrics is here to stay and gains more notoriety each day. And with each year, biometrics becomes more comfortable and familiar to consumers. Many end users today, particularly iPhone & Galaxy phone...

FST Biometrics version 3.0.7 IMID Access with easy administration and improved user experience

FST Biometrics, the leading biometric identification solutions provider, recently announced the release of IMID Access version 3.0.7. Enhancements added to the product will result in easier administration of the system and improve the product's user experience. Features IMID Cast Realising FST Biometrics’ vision of providing secure access that does not interfere with the pace of life, IMID Access 3.0.7 features IMID Cast, which allows users more self-reliance and decreases the need for a...

Hamaad Deen appointed Wavestore's Pre-Sales Manager

Hamaad will be working closely with Wavestore client partners and assist in the development of new projects Wavestore has appointed Hamaad Deen as Pre-Sales Manager. Hamaad will be working closely with Wavestore client partners to assist in the design and development of major new projects both in the UK and Internationally. Reinforcing partnerships A key aspect of the newly created role will be to ensure that all solution requirements are deliverable within the required tim...

CARTES SECURE CONNEXIONS 2015: ‘Unlimited Innovation’ theme

The 2015 edition will be the unmissable meeting place for the whole Digital Security industry Created 30 years ago, CARTES SECURE CONNEXIONS is recognised as the global event secure solutions industry leader for payment, identification and mobility. The 2015 edition is on the theme of “Unlimited Innovation”. It illustrates perfectly the constant innovation of this industry. The event will run from the 17th - 19th of November, and will welcome 400+ exhibitors...

MorphoTrak's Morpho Cloud, a multi-biometric identification-as-a-service solution

MorphoTrak, a U.S. subsidiary of Morpho (Safran), announced the launch of Morpho Cloud, a secure and flexible multi-biometric identification-as-a-service solution, at the Florida International Association for Identification (FDIAI) 56th annual Educational Training Conference. The conference took place in St. Petersburg, Florida, October 18 - 22, 2015. Morpho worked with Microsoft Corporation to develop a cloud service for Morpho's flagship Biometric Identification Solution (MorphoBIS). Morpho C...

ASSA ABLOY group brands releases seven Environmental Product Declarations

ASSA ABLOY is pleased to announce that three of its Group brands, Adams Rite, HES and Securitron, have released seven Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs) for the following products: Adams Rite MS1850S Series MS (maximum security) deadbolts, HES 1006 and 9600 Series electric strikes, the Securitron M32 and M62 Magnalocks, and Securitron’s entire AQD6 Series of Switching Power Supplies, with additional designation for the AQD6. ASSA ABLOY is the only company to release EPDs in the powe...

ASSA ABLOY Aperio KS100 server cabinet lock reduces data violation risks

ASSA ABLOY Access Control, a UK division of ASSA ABLOY, the global leader in door opening solutions is helping companies ensure that their sensitive data is protected against unauthorised access with the Aperio® KS100 Server Cabinet Lock. Data protection against unauthorised access The KS100 allows server cabinet doors and racks to be integrated with real–time access control system, to control exactly who can access the servers, and when. In addition, Smartcard-operated Aperio®...

Automatic Systems UK now a member of RIBA NBS Plus manufacturer library

The technical information  will be easily accessible to those creating product specifications Automatic Systems, a world leader in the automation of secure entrance control, announces that it is now a member of RIBA NBS Plus, a library of manufacturers’ technical product information used by over 45,000 architects, building surveyors and other construction industry professionals. It is written in NBS format and linked to specific clauses within the market-leading NBS...

AMAG’s new website design aligns with parent company G4S

The site includes extensive product information to help customers understand complete range of Symmetry security solutions AMAG Technology invites visitors to explore its newly designed website. Created with the user experience in mind, the newly rebranded website design aligns with parent company G4S, and has been designed to provide the ultimate user-friendly experience with improved navigation and functionality throughout, allowing customers to access detailed product infor...

Z-Wave Alliance launches integrator membership and training at CEDIA EXPO 2015

The Z-Wave Alliance membership will educate integrators & installers to create Z-Wave connected home experts The Z-Wave Alliance, a membership organisation dedicated to advancing the popular Z-Wave wireless smart home protocol, is debuting its first ever membership level aimed at the integrator community involved in smart home at CEDIA EXPO 2015. Installers interested in gaining a deeper knowledge of smart home installations will also have the chance to learn about the new...

Kwikset SmartCode deadbolt locks now compatible with Creston’s home automation solution

Kwikset, the leader in residential security, announces that two of its popular SmartCode™ deadbolt locks are now “Crestron Connected®,” making them compatible with Crestron control systems that provide wireless home control of lighting, shades, temperature, security and more. SmartCode locks with Home Connect™ technology are the industry’s leading wireless access control lock solution for the smart home. Communicates with other devices Using embedded Creston i...

ASSA ABLOY Security Solutions exhibits latest locking solution at MLA Expo 2015

UNION StrongBOLT and ASSA ABLOY’s DC700G-FT Security Door Closer exhibited at the event ASSA ABLOY Security Solutions, a UK division of ASSA ABLOY, the global leader in door opening solutions had a successful year at the MLA Exhibition, held at the International Centre, Telford. UNION StrongBOLT demonstrated UNION, an ASSA ABLOY Security Solutions brand, exhibited its new and innovative locking solutions, including the UNION StrongBOLT® range, known for its su...

Stanley E. Washington joins NXT-ID Board of Directors to maximise opportunities for disruptive technologies in mobile payment

NXT-ID builds its team of financial services and retail experts to maximise the opportunities for Wocket Smart Wallet NXT-ID, Inc. ("NXT-ID" or the "Company"), a biometric authentication company focused on the growing mobile commerce market and creator of the Wocket® smart wallet announces Mr. Stanley E. Washington, former long- term executive at American Express has been appointed to its Board of Directors. Over 25 years' experience Mr. Washington is recognised as a key...

Iris ID launches iCAM 7101S and iCAM 7111-U1 iris recognition readers with increased features and greater integration flexibility

Iris ID has announced its new IrisAccess iCAM 7000S Series readers, which delivers a variety of upgrades to the popular iris recognition system. The new iCAM iris readers deliver faster performance, increased features, applications and greater integration flexibility. They provide onboard memory of 100,000 records and improved flexibility and interaction with a colour touchscreen available. iCAM 7000S units feature iCAM 7000S units feature the robust countermeasure package experts say already...

ONVIF publishes Release Candidate for Profile A configuration

Profile A encompasses the tasks of common day to day access control functions ONVIF, the leading global standardisation initiative for IP-based physical security products, has announced the Release Candidate for Profile A, a draft specification that establishes an interface for access control clients and expands the configuration options for ONVIF conformant access control systems. Profile A configuration Profile A encompasses the tasks of common, day to day access control f...