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As part of the introduction of Camden's second generation of restroom control and emergency call systems, Camden has released their new Aura CM-54i (square surface mount) and CM-55i (Square flush mount) push plate switch enclosures, with selectable Red/Green/Blue illumination. Aura illuminated enclosures provide field selection of 'idle' colour ('on' during the normal state) and 'active' colour ('on' when the switch is pressed or relay is activated), an audible sounder and Form ‘C’...

Presented by Comexposium Singapore, the seventh edition of Asia-Pacific’s largest homeland security exhibition and conference, Milipol Asia-Pacific 2017, was recently held in Singapore at the Sands Expo and Convention Centre from 4th – 6th April, 2017.Ensuring public safetyMinister for Home Affairs and Minister for Law, Mr. K. Shanmugam, and His Excellency Marc Abensour, Ambassador of France to Singapore graced and officiated the three-day homeland security event on 4th April, 2017.D...

As part of its second generation of restroom control and emergency call systems, Camden Door Controls, a provider of door activation and locking devices, has introduced the new CM-AF141SO. The 'Assistance Required' LED Dome light has a loud 93 dB Piezo sounder with adjustable volume control. Its LED illumination provides higher visibility and longer life compared with incandescent, and CM-AF141SO is also vandal and weather resistant. Restroom control and emergency call system The 'Assistance R...

ASIS International, an association for security management professionals, announced that former U.S. President George W. Bush will address attendees at the opening of the ASIS International 63rd Annual Seminar and Exhibits (ASIS 2017), taking place 25th – 28th September, 2017, at the Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Centre in Dallas, Texas. Sharing insights on decision making The four-day event, which will draw 22,000 security professionals from across the globe, also features keynotes fr...

Senstar, a manufacturer of perimeter intrusion detection systems (PIDS), announced that FiberPatrol-PR, its fibre optic fence-mounted sensor for perimeter applications, now provides up to 50 km (31 mi) of protection per processor, more than doubling the system’s previous detection range capability of 24 km (14.9 mi). The intrusion locating accuracy of the system has also improved to within 4 m (13 ft.) from the previous 8 m (26 ft.). Perimeter protection “This is the second time in...

Airbus has introduced the new Taira Tetra Server for professional mobile radio networks. This versatile server based on IP technology can replace conventional switches and operates at much lower costs. The Taira is smaller than a typical switch and works more efficiently and economically, while still providing the same high service availability that many mission- and business-critical customers around the globe expect from Airbus Tetra solutions. Furthermore, the server can be managed easily as...

Identiv, Inc. announced the company will introduce the next generation of its uTrust Sense Temperature Tracker solution during RFID Journal LIVE! 2017. The end-to-end solution includes a low-cost, secure, portable smart sensor label that tracks and stores temperature readings, can be read locally by near field communication (NFC) readers, including mobile devices, and can be uploaded to the Internet for analysis. Precise temperature accuracy The self-adhesive uTrust Sense Temperature Trac...

GJD, a designer and manufacturer of professional external detector equipment and LED illuminators has announced a new service deal with VMS, a provider of installation and maintenance services within the audio visual, networking, and security markets. The innovative approach aims to strengthen GJD’s customer relations and provide unparalleled levels of field support. Field technical support The new deal will see VMS’s experienced engineers and consultants work closely with GJD on k...

Global Traffic Technologies, LLC (GTT) will give delegates to the EMS2017 event in Copenhagen this month a chance to find out more about the Opticom Emergency Vehicle Pre-emption (EVP) system. Opticom provides drivers of emergency vehicles with priority control that enables green lights during emergencies. Navigating through congested intersections Opticom EVP allows ambulances and other emergency vehicles to navigate congested intersections more effectively, resulting in improved response tim...

Aspire is Vanderbilt’s partner programme aimed at helping installers and distributors perform more efficiently against today’s market demands. After a series of acquisitions, Vanderbilt is now in a position to consolidate the business and the development of customer programs has become a priority. Aspire is the first distinctive mark of this new, forward thinking conscience.Incremental value for partners “Aspire’s key theme is about a strong and mutually rewarding partne...

The Spexer product family from HENSOLDT, the former electronics business unit of Airbus Defence and Space, is becoming a real export hit. Since the beginning of the year, HENSOLDT has received orders worth around 40 million euros for approximately 50 units of the Spexer 2000 ground surveillance radar from countries in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region. Spexer 2000 ground surveillance radar Thomas Müller, the CEO of HENSOLDT, explained: “Spexer 2000 is bas...

Following the long-term partnership with and subsequent acquisition of the video analytics application company Cognimatics, Axis Communications, the market leader in network video, has fully integrated Cognimatics applications with Axis network cameras, audio, and access control products. In doing so Axis now can introduce new and comprehensive store optimisation and loss prevention solutions for the retail sector, providing intelligence and driving revenue growth. “The competitive enviro...

Securitron, well known for its portfolio of electromagnetic locking solutions, is now available from ASSA ABLOY Security Solutions, a UK division of ASSA ABLOY, a provider of door opening solutions, with an unparalleled lifetime guarantee. Securitron Magnalock range The announcement signals ASSA ABLOY Security Solutions’ commitment to offering a ‘one-stop shop’ for customers, ensuring they can deliver the right solution, whatever the specification. The move also gives ASSA AB...

Teledyne e2v, an innovator of imaging solutions, has developed a new range of line scan cameras for Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT) applications in healthcare and industrial markets. The new OctoPlus range will have an immediate impact in ophthalmic OCT by reducing patient examination times and increasing the field of view available to practitioners when carrying out non-invasive eye examinations. Image sensor pixel architecture OctoPlus was developed following discussions with doctors and...

IndigoVision, a developer of end-to-end video security solutions, is delighted to launch version 14.2 of their security management solution, Control Center. Control Center v14.2 has exciting new features which improve the user's experience by simplifying setup and day-to-day operation of sites. Key features PTZ Priority for ONVIF cameras: PTZ Priority and PTZ Hold are now available for ONVIF cameras. These features, previously only available for IndigoVision SMART.core cameras, manage simul...

IFSEC and FIREX International, organised by UBM EMEA, announced its best ever inspirational speaker line-up: rock star physicist Professor Brian Cox OBE; double Olympic gold medallist, Dame Kelly Holmes; and Falklands War veteran, Simon Weston OBE. Taking place as part of the Protection and Management Series 2017, Europe’s leading events for security, fire, safety, workwear, facilities, and service management, at London’s ExCeL from 20th – 22nd June 2017, these three keynotes w...

G2E Asia Daily will be printed and distributed on each of the three show days of G2E Asia 2017 Reed Exhibitions, organiser of Global Gaming Exhibition (G2E) Asia, and O MEDIA, publisher of Inside Asian Gaming, announced a partnership to produce a new daily newspaper, G2E Asia Daily, at G2E Asia this year.Celebrating the 11th anniversary of Macau’s biggest gaming industry exhibition and conference, G2E Asia Daily will be printed and distributed on the morning of each of t...

ZKAccess recently announced its new all-in-one web-based security platform software—ZKBioSecurity3.0. The software, which supports the ZKAccess Pro Series of panels and readers, contains four integrated modules: access control, video integration, elevator control, and visitor management. Equipped with an optimised system architecture designed for high level biometric identification and a modern user-friendly UI, ZKBioSecurity3.0 provides an advanced solution for a whole new user experience...

With STid readers, customers can manage their own secret keys to read Desfire EV1 cards Genetec, a provider of open architecture security and public safety solutions announced it has added STid, a French developer of RFID door controllers to its growing ecosystem of supported access control partners. Through this agreement, the STid Architect series of ergonomic and highly secure RFID readers, which is supported by the Genetec Synergis access control system in Genetec Security...

The system supports up to 2,000 SIP devices using standard PoE, with the addition of a control box Panasonic has launched a new, full IP video intercom system, aimed at meeting the increasing demand for integration between different building systems. The new IP-based model, the VL-VN1900, works with a wide range of devices, including networked CCTV cameras, SIP phones and network video recorders. Supports up to 2,000 SIP devices Using Power over Ethernet, the system can be c...

Gouge has a decade of experience in physical security consulting, manufacturing, and integrator sales Open Options, a provider of open platform access control solutions, announced the appointment of Chris Gouge as the company’s new Southwest US Sales Manager.Experience in physical securityGouge joined the industry in 2007 with HMA Consulting, and now has a decade of experience in physical security consulting, manufacturing, and integrator sales. Gouge also holds a certif...

RAD is the exclusive North American distributor, and production and development partner for SMP Robotics Robotic Assistance Devices will debut Canada1, Canada’s first RADBot, at Security Canada East 2017 in Laval, Quebec, Wednesday, April 26, 2017 at the Sheraton Laval, Booth #615. The largest security industry trade show in Quebec, Canada Security East provides RAD with the opportunity to expand the reach of its robotics solutions throughout this strategic region.Canada...

Flare operates in protected frequency bands that use dedicated spectrum, avoiding the potential for interference Senstar introduced the next generation of the Flare Real-Time Locating System which instantly identifies and locates personal duress alarms at the touch of a button. Designed for reliability in institutional and industrial environments, Flare uses patented, proven, cost-effective technology to help keep staff safe. Indoor emergency alarms “The technology beh...

The Holis HD Tribrid video recorders feature up to 12 TB of storage and 1080P real time-recording across all channels Tyco Security Products, part of Johnson Controls, introduces its HD Video Solution, a new value-based solution that provides superior video quality while leveraging analogue infrastructure. The cost-effective Holis HD Tribrid video recorders support SD analogue cameras, Illustra Essentials IP cameras and a brand-new line of HD cameras, allowing customers to ach...

The integration provides mission critical levels of security and safeguards customers from unauthorised access from the sea CNL Software, a provider of Physical Security Information Management (PSIM) software, announced that it has entered a non-exclusive technology collaboration with underwater security company, Sonardyne International Ltd. The companies are currently working together on a major critical national infrastructure project, integrating Sonardyne’s Sentinel...

The 200FH technology allows faster, precise, efficient, and reliable data collection for decision-making FT SISTEMAS, a Brazilian company focusing on the segment of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), launched its new UAV, the FT-200FH, during LAAD Defence & Security 2017 in Rio de Janeiro. One of the main characteristics of the new UAV is the intermesh rotors configuration. Unmanned aerial vehicles After four years of dedicated technological development, with investments e...

Vicon’s new generation of products have all been built with the goal of simplifying the entire user experience Vicon Industries, Inc., a designer and producer of video security systems and high performance IP cameras, announced that its new generation of products, including Valerus VMS, VAX Access Control, and Surveyor MKII PTZ Camera Domes, are now available for architects and engineers to specify through the online tool SpecWizard on the ARCAT website. SpecWizard onli...

The 60,000 m² site will be developed as a base to produce Hanwha Techwin security products Hanwha Techwin’s security business group, under the leadership of President Lee Man-Seob, held a ground-breaking ceremony on 20th April, 2017, for a newly established subsidiary in Vietnam, with a $100m investment to expand its global security business. Several locations were considered for the new subsidiary in Vietnam. After conducting market research, Bac Ninh province, ly...

GJD can now inscribe The Queens Award Emblem on letters, advertising, marketing, or packaging for five years GJD, a manufacturer and designer of electronic perimeter detection and high performance LED illumination, has been awarded the Queens Award for Enterprise for International Trade, the UK’s highest accolade for international business success. Significant growth and success Her Majesty the Queen has approved the Prime Minister’s recommendation for GJD to be...

Genetec enters its twentieth year of innovation as a developer of unified physical IP security platforms Genetec Inc., a provider of open-platform, unified IP security solutions, has been named as one of the top employers in Montréal by the editors of Mediacorp Canada Inc., for the eleventh consecutive year. Optimal work environment Organised by the editors of Canada’s Top 100 Employers, this annual competition recognises Montréal-area employers that lead...