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The updates to be fed in by Metropolitan Police  during and after the Olympic and Paralympic games The British Security Industry Association (BSIA) has launched a dedicated webpage to provide businesses with key safety and security updates fed in directly by the Metropolitan Police during and after the Olympic and Paralympic Games. The webpage was created as part of the Cross-sector Safety and Security Communications project (CSSC), an information-sharing initiative deve...

The program provides more streamlined access to Brivo’s flagship ACS WebService and ACS Onsite products Brivo Systems LLC, leader in Software as a Service (SaaS) applications for security management, announced it is launching the Brivo Blue Independent Dealer Program. The new program is intended to deepen partnerships, offer valuable education and provide an impressive array of incentives for existing and new dealers who wish to lead with Brivo’s cloud-based access...

The XS4 electronic lock with keypad is a brand new product that provides increased levels of security and control. For doors where extra security may be required, it offers users a choice  of multiple security authentication methods to control access including proximity card, combined use of a PIN code + proximity card or a separate keypad code. Designed for use in schools, colleges, universities, student dorms, airports, government buildings, military installations and for use on any door...

Genetec, a pioneer in the physical security industry and a leading provider of world-class unified IP security solutions, announced the availability of its new unified web client for Security Center. The unified web client is part of the Security Center Mobile 3.0 feature and allows customers to connect back to their platform to view video, control PTZ cameras, configure aspects of their access control and license plate recognition (LPR) systems, and run reports from the most web browsers. Seve...

Dr. Rer.nat. Volkmar Denner has been appointed as the new chairman of the Bosch board of management Following 50 years with Bosch, in which he held a number of important positions in the company, Professor Dr.-Ing. Hermann Scholl is to resign from office effective June 30, 2012. At the same time, he will retire from Robert Bosch Industrietreuhand KG. Hermann Scholl was made a junior member of the board of management in 1973 and a full member in 1975. He chaired the board of m...

The new logo reflects a more global, simplified representation of SIA Jay Hauhn, Chairman of the Board of Directors for the Security Industry Association (SIA), unveiled the organisation’s new logo on March 28, 2012 at the ISC West show in Las Vegas. The new logo, which was created with input from SIA members, the Board of Directors and the SIA Marketi ng Committee, reflects a more contemporary, global, simplified representation of SIA as the primary resource for the se...

Over 150 partners have benefited from the suite which has the full MOBOTIX range Mobotix AG, a leading manufacturer of digital high-resolution, network-based video security systems has released details of its partner activities at the MOBOTIX demonstration and meeting room at London's Iconic Gherkin office complex which it opened in February, 2011. In just 1 year, over 150 partners have benefited from the suite which has the full MOBOTIX range available for demonstration set...

Elbit Systems has launched an Integrated Maritime Awareness Concept and Solution (IMACS) suit, developed to answer the unique defense requirements of maritime infrastructure facilities, such as oil and gas rigs. Strategically important, these facilities call for a unique protection concept due to the potential threats posed by pirate and terror attacks. A modular solution, IMACS enables customisation of various available technologies and capabilities according to specific customer requirements...

Immix Enterprise is a video centric BS8418 compliant software platform designed to receive and consolidate alarm events from video, video analytics, access control, automation systems and GPS location aware devices. Immix Cloud is a web based edition of the Enterprise software which allows users to create a ‘Private Cloud’ to deliver customised services through any web browser or mobile device. “With the Immix control room software being deployed in an ever increasing number o...

HID Global, trusted leader in solutions for the delivery of secure identity, recently announced the addition of two Glass Tag Ultra radio frequency identification (RFID) transponders to its expanding Animal ID Glass Tag family. The new, innovative HID Global design featured in the Glass Tag Ultra transponders uses patented direct bonding technology and optimised chip placement to achieve a breakthrough boost of performance. Read ranges are improved by up to 35% compared to low frequency glass ta...

With the addition of Capital Card Systems, Identisys now offers sales and onsite services throughout the U.S. IdentiSys Inc., North America’s largest sales and service integrator of identification, card issuance, emergency response and access control security systems, recently announced the acquisition of Capital Card Systems, Inc., located in Rockville,MD. Capital Card Systems specialises in providing identification technology solutions including digital photo ID syste...

SALTO will showcase the newest additions to its leading XS4 platform SALTO Systems will present its latest access control innovations at IFSEC 2012 (stand D40 hall 4) including the newest additions to its class leading XS4 platform. The latest XS4 on-line wireless solution is smart, secure and innovative, and needs no hard wiring to provide a totally wire free networked electronic locking solution with a great range of features. It is designed for applications that need the l...

B680 barrier is ideal for a wide variety of commercial applications with high volumes of traffic FAAC will be unveiling its first hybrid powered barrier range at this year’s IFSEC exhibition. Combining the high performance and reliability of hydraulics with the flexibility and safety benefits of a 24v motor, the B680 barrier is ideal for a wide variety of commercial applications with high volumes of traffic. With twice as much power than an electromechanical barrier, the...

The CyberLock family of access control products by Videx allows users to track and control access throughout a facility. The audit trail provided by the lock and key helps water utilities meet Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) security guidelines aimed at protecting watersheds and sources of drinking water. The CyberLock system includes electronic locks and keys that enable water utilities to control and monitor access to entry gates, chemical feed areas, watersheds, water wells, and other...

IPSecurityCenter facilitates collaboration between agencies and public/private partnerships CNL Software, a world leader in Physical Security Information Management (PSIM) software, presented IPSecurityCenter, its award winning PSIM Software, in Booth 5035 at ISC West, Sands Expo & Convention Center, Las Vegas, NV from 28-30th March 2012. ISC West provides security professionals with a timely opportunity to organise their business and security product needs for 2012 and of...

The Elpas solutions complement Tyco's current portfolio of access control, video, and intrusion products When Tyco Security Products acquired Visonic, Ltd. late last year, part of the acquisition included a smaller division named Visonic Technologies, a leading developer of Real Time Location Systems (RTLS). With an extensive range of field-proven RTLS products and applications, there was immediate synergy between Visonic Technologies’ portfolio and Tyco Security Pro...

The aptiQ Alliance Programme helps make smart card-based access control integration open Ingersoll Rand Security Technologies, a leading global provider of security and safety solutions and manufacturer of Schlage contactless smart credentials and readers, introduced its new aptiQ Alliance Program that will bring together global companies to create a technology alliance that makes smart card-based access control integration open. Officially introduced at the ISC West Expositio...

The SAFE Analytics Suite enables end-users to prepare for risks before they occur At ISC West 2012, Quantum Secure is introducing SAFE Analytics Suite, a bundle of new software modules to enable end-users to prepare for risks or even prevent risk-based events before they occur. The new modules enhance Quantum Secure's SAFE enterprise software suite, which manages identities and physical access across enterprise-wide disparate physical security infrastructure to streamline proc...

Quantum's presence at ISC West also includes participation in several education sessions on topics Quantum Secure, the leading provider of enterprise software for managing physical identity and access management is participating in the Smart Card Alliance Technology Pavilion at ISC West. Quantum Secure will showcase the ability of its software to grant/revoke physical access based on ICAM policies and workflows, along with the automation of the credentialing process with role-...

OnSS's Ocularis now includes high-performance storage, longer video retention and IP video interface OnSSI's Ocularis open-architecture, intelligent IP video platform now benefits from partnership with several new third party technologies that bring more options and capabilities to Ocularis users. New partnership offerings featured at ISC West include high-performance storage, longer video retention times, video interface with attached IP appliances, the ability to captu...

North American Video reports strong customer activity in the IP video segment North American Video (NAV) is off to a strong start in 2012, the company reported. With numerous large projects currently in progress, as well as several more in the pipeline, NAV reports strong customer activity in the gaming, higher education, financial services and corporate vertical market segments. Since the acquisition of Nexus Technologies in August of last year, the company has also experienc...

Morse Watchmans will exhibit both the KeyWatcher Illuminated and KeyWatcher Touch systems at ISC West New product innovations in Morse Watchmans’ line of key control and asset management systems are headlining the company’s exhibit at ISC West 2012. Features such as the time-saving KeyAnywhere and KeyFind capability as well as a professional-grade touch screen LCD are highlights of the new KeyWatcher Touch system, while design and network flexibility are featured i...

Morse Watchmans has added the newest technology to it’s KeyWatcher Touch key control and asset management system to create a more powerful enterprise-level system. Advanced features that deliver a robust, state-of-the-art solution include the capability for integration of up to 10 locations; common usage of databases and programming; instrument-grade touch screen LCD display; KeyAnywhere to allow the return of any key to any KeyWatcher cabinet in the system; and KeyFind to quickly find a s...

Only pre-authorised users can access the tamper-resistant KeyWatcher cabinet At 2012’s ISC West, Morse Watchmans is demonstrating it’s innovative key control and asset management solutions including the industry-leading KeyWatcher Illuminated system. The automated system addresses security issues related to the management and control of keys, credit cards and other valuable items that need to be accounted for and secured when not in use. Only pre-authorised u...

Dortronics' new 5278 Series of proximity activated switches help users maintain a sanitary environment Dortronics Systems, Inc. today at ISC West unveiled its new 5278 series of proximity activated switches with industry-leading functionality and design to help users maintain a sanitary environment. The economical solution for touchless ingress/egress utilises optical infrared technology, allowing a simple wave of the hand to activate the switch. “When utilised wit...

Vihon Associates will represent Dortronics in Tennessee, Alabama, Georgia and Mississippi Dortronics Inc. announced a new manufacturers rep for its line of access control solutions. Effective as of March 1st, Vihon Associates of Roswell, GSA and Tullahoma, TN will represent Dortronics in Tennessee, Alabama, Georgia and Mississippi. “Vihon has the experience and resources to strengthen our current business relationships in the region and also bring us new opportunities,&...

Dortronics' back boxes can be used indoors or outdoors in a harsh environment Dortronics Systems, Inc., the industry's premier supplier of off-the-shelf and custom-fabricated door control solutions, has introduced two new surface-mount back boxes for use with the company's piezo switches and other door control devices at ISC West. Available in single gang back box and a narrow jamb mount box styles, the two new back boxes expand installation flexibility and can be used indoors...

Dortronics Inc. today introduced the addition of proximity activated switches and surface mount back boxes to its industry leading line of access control solutions. The 5278 Series of proximity activated switches allows a simple wave of the hand to activate the switch and the SS5000 Series Surface Mount Back Boxes expand installation flexibility. “Whether they are used in a hospital, casino or even a warehouse, the performance and quality of these new devices will far exceed the appl...

The RE2 enclosure accommodates back-up batteries for rack-mounted power supply/chargers Altronix, the leading manufacturer of low voltage power supplies and peripherals for the electronic security industry, is displaying a unique rack mount battery enclosure here at ISC West. The RE2 enclosure is designed to neatly accommodate back-up batteries for rack-mounted power supply/chargers. “The RE2 is designed to house batteries in a rack configuration to provide a simple yet...

Altronix also focuses on a host of power solutions for access control, fire/life safety and intrusion detection Altronix, the leading manufacturer of low voltage power supplies and peripherals for the electronic security industry, is highlighting a host of power solutions for video surveillance, access control, fire/life safety and intrusion detection at ISC West 2012. Introductions at the show include eBridge Ethernet Adapters for the transmission of video and data with power...