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Zwipe and MasterCard launch contactless payment card with integrated biometric authentication

The partnership has resulted in the world's first contactless payment card featuring an integrated fingerprint sensor MasterCard and Zwipe have announced their partnership for the launch of the world's first contactless payment card featuring an integrated fingerprint sensor. The launch of the card comes after a successful live pilot with Norway's Sparebanken DIN, aligned to the Eika Group, as an answer to the complex challenge of providing a fast, convenient payment solution...

PERCo announces new WMD-06 electric swing gate with tempered glass swing panel for indoor installations

PERCo swing gates are created for indoor installations. Special design allows blending them into numerous locations. The product range of PERCo gates includes automatic and electromechanical models. The new WMD-06 electric swing gate is designed for managing pedestrian flows at entrance points of industrial facilities, banks, administrative buildings, retail outlets, railway terminals, airports, etc. The WMD-06 swing gate features a tempered glass swing panel available in two versions: a stand...

Matrix to showcase security solutions at IFSEC India 2014 in New Delhi

Matrix will showcase its recently introduced access control panel and readers Matrix, a leading manufacturer of enterprise grade Security and Telecom solutions is participating in IFSEC India. Matrix will showcase its complete portfolio of security products encompassing range of Access Control, Time-Attendance and Video Surveillance Solutions. Matrix will showcase its recently introduced access control panel and readers to enhance security in the organisation. COSEC ARC i...

HID completes second successful mobile access control pilot with RFI Communications & Security Systems

HID Global®, a worldwide leader in secure identity solutions, recently announced that it has completed its second successful mobile access control pilot with RFI Communications & Security Systems at Netflix®, the world's leading Internet subscription service for enjoying TV series and films. For the latest project, pilot participants used the HID Mobile Access® solution on a variety of Samsung and Apple smartphones with Bluetooth Smart communications channels, and utilised HID Gl...

ABUS launches CodeLoxx LC double knob cylinder

The CodeLoxx LC double knob cylinder from ABUS Seccor provides an elegant electronic solution which better protects doors against intrusion whilst at the same time offering the convenience of key-free living. Hardened protective components ensure supreme mechanical resistance. Picking tools and skeleton keys cannot be used to access the locking mechanism thanks to the sealed door knob. The door can be opened both with an electronic key and by entering a code. For this purpose, an innovative dig...

Wavestore and Ogier Electronics enter into technology partnership

The partnership has resulted in Wavestore and Ogier’s solutions being specified together for video surveillance projects The technology partnership recently established by Wavestore and Ogier Electronics, has resulted in the two British companies' respective solutions being specified together, for video surveillance projects networked using Ogier’s microwave transmission solutions. Over the last 20 years Ogier Electronics has achieved considerable worldwide succes...

Vicon names Bret McGowan as Senior Vice-President Sales for the Americas, Far East and Western Africa

Bret joined Vicon over 20 years ago as a marketing analyst and has since held many positions Vicon Industries, Inc. designer and producer of video security systems and high-performance IP cameras, recently announced that as part of the ongoing integration of IQinVision, Bret McGowan has been named Senior Vice-President Sales for the Americas, Far East and Western Africa, taking responsibility for the combined sales organisation. Bret joined Vicon over 20 years ago as a marketi...

IDV Solutions integrates Visual Command Center EVR platform with SureView Systems Immix CC video-centric event management platform

IDV Solutions, LLC and SureView Systems, LLC recently announced that the companies have formed a technical partnership and completed an integration of SureView’s Immix® CC video-centric event management platform with IDV Solutions’ Visual Command Center® enterprise risk visualisation (ERV) platform. Using the combination of the two technologies, security operations teams can receive and process real time events from Visual Command Center in Immix CC and view live video from...

OnSSI recruits F. M. Valenti, Inc. as manufacturer’s representative for New England and Upstate New York

The addition of F.M. Valenti to OnSSI’s sales channel will reinforce the growth path of Ocularis OnSSI, the market leader in open-architecture and intelligent IP video surveillance software, has named F.M. Valenti, Inc. as their new manufacturer’s representative for New England and Upstate New York. F.M. Valenti is a well-established and respected rep organisation in the region, with a portfolio of complementary offerings. “The addition of F.M. Valenti to ou...

ABUS Group recalls successful participation at Security Essen 2014 in Germany

The four ABUS group companies presented their new packaging concept as well as sales support solutions Around 40,000 visitors from over 110 countries flocked to the Messe Essen conference centre in the last week of September 2014. When they arrived, the many attendees were welcomed with the ABUS Group's conference motto: "Welcome to a world of security". At our 550 m² exhibition space, they were able to see the networked security solutions available to the consumers of to...

Matrox Graphics to showcase C-Series multi-display graphics cards at Sicurezza 2014

Matrox C-Series multi-display graphics cards deliver outstanding performance, stability, and usability to power VMS Matrox® Graphics Inc. will publically present new C-Series multi-display graphics cards for the first time in Italy at Sicurezza 2014 (Fiera Milano, Nov. 12-14) on stand #S21 at Milestone Systems Ecosystem Village. In addition, Maevex™ H.264 encoders and decoders, and Mura™ MPX Series video wall controller boards will be demonstrated. Multi-Displ...

Nedap responds to challenging security requirements through use of software components

Nedap has demonstrated how security systems can be directly adjusted to meet new requirements Nedap responds to new challenges in the field of security with the use of software components in security systems. These challenges arise from changing laws and regulations – such as the Act on Privacy, proposed by the European Commission – and increasing external threats, such as hackers. Under the influence of these changes, Security Managers have to deal with a complete...

Avigilon appoints Margaret Herndon as Vice President of Global Marketing and Communications

Herndon is responsible for leading Avigilon’s communications,  marketing strategy, and building awareness Avigilon Corporation, a leading global provider of end-to-end security solutions, recently announced the appointment of Margaret Herndon to Vice President of Global Marketing and Communications, effective immediately. Ms. Herndon is responsible for leading Avigilon’s communications,  marketing strategy, and building awareness for its industry-lead...

SimonsVoss new NFC application supports a range of practical applications

The card emulation, in other words the imitation of cards, is now the most interesting mode for access control in particular. Namely because the smartphone can adopt smartcard functions such as Mifare Classic and Mifare DESfire. In other words: a smartphone can open doors in this way. Ready for the NFC smartphone future The new NFC application from SimonsVoss now makes it possible to make this vision reality for a wide range of practical applications: for example, it can furnish the users&rsqu...

SimonsVoss integrates WaveNet node function into its digital locking cylinder 3061

SimonsVoss engineers have managed to make the digital locking cylinder 3061 directly network-capable. The function of the WaveNet node has been integrated into the cylinder’s electronic knob, making it possible to communicate wirelessly with a SimonsVoss locking cylinder anywhere in the world using the SimonsVoss software. The functionality of the WaveNet node has been shrunk to the size of a 2 euro coin, making the new network-enabled electronic knob just 2 mm longer. The knob’s sp...

MicroPower Technologies unveils its latest remote network surveillance solutions designed for isolated or unmanned facilities

MicroPower Technologies Inc., an award-winning provider of surveillance solutions optimised for rapid, cost-effective deployment, recently announced the availability of remote network surveillance solutions designed for isolated or unmanned facilities, such as those commonly found in the oil and gas, water utility, critical infrastructure and power substations industries. An extension of the company’s solar, wireless surveillance technologies, this platform provides surveillance to si...

TESA introduces SMARTair Genesis, the perfect transition for locksmiths to access control

It has never been easier for a locksmith to get aboard the fastest growing segment of the lock industry. With the new SMARTair™ Genesis program, locksmiths receive a simple, easy-to-install access control system complete with a training package to help them sell, install, and maintain the latest wireless access control system from TESA. “SMARTair™ Genesis complements the locksmith's existing mechanical key business and allows them to enter access control sales without breaking...

SALTO Systems to exhibit contactless hospitality access control solutions at Independent Hotel Show 2014

SALTO's range of electronic cylinders, locker locks including AElement and new XS4 mini locks will be shown at the event World leaders in advanced wire free, wireless and cloud based access control solutions, SALTO Systems, is all set to exhibit at the Independent Hotel Show, the UK's only event for boutique hotels from Tuesday 21st to Wednesday 22nd October. The access control choice for over 6,000 prestigious boutique, luxury and resort hotels worldwide, in addition to othe...

Microsemi Corporation’s Chairman and CEO receives "Outstanding CEO in Technology" award

Microsemi’s CEO was the recipient of the Orange County Technology Alliance's "Outstanding CEO in Technology" award Microsemi Corporation, a leading provider of semiconductor solutions differentiated by power, security, reliability and performance, recently announced James J. Peterson, the company's chairman and CEO, was the recipient of the Orange County Technology Alliance's "Outstanding CEO in Technology" award. The organisation's 21st Annual High-Tech Innovation Award...

Traka launches plug and play system for effective key management

Traka, the key and asset management specialist, has launched Traka 21, an innovative plug and play system that provides small to medium size businesses with the very latest intelligent key management solutions. The system has been designed to provide a simple, efficient and cost effective method of managing keys and helping users become accountable for their business assets. Traka 21 helps trace and account for every single key or keyset, by individually locking them in place, ensuring that cri...

Hikvision releases BIM security camera range for building information modelling

Hikvision, a multiple award-winning innovator of video surveillance products and solutions, now presents a new line of BIM security cameras that can be integrated seamlessly with specifiers’ and engineers’ Autodesk Revit models. This content is available via Autodesk Seek, a leading web service that allows users to find, preview, and download BIM components from a library of over 66,000 items. The finished design is a marriage of value engineering and aesthetic coordination. Securit...

STANLEY Security announces TOGETHER FOR SAFER SCHOOLS Grant Program for higher education market

STANLEY Security's Grant Program will provide the opportunity to enhance safety and security across the country STANLEY Security, a leading global manufacturer and integrator of comprehensive security solutions for a wide range of industries, announces this year’s TOGETHER FOR SAFER SCHOOLS Grant Program, now open to the higher education market. In its second year, the STANLEY Security TOGETHER FOR SAFER SCHOOLS Grant Program will provide the opportunity to enhance safe...

Middle Atlantic Products appoints Marco Colindres as Western Regional Sales Manager

Colindres has extensive sales and marketing experience in the CE, Custom Install and Commercial markets Middle Atlantic Products has appointed Marco Colindres as Regional Sales Manager for the Western Region. Colindres’ territory includes the Pacific Northwest, Northern California, Northern Nevada, and the Rocky Mountains (Wyoming, Montana, Colorado, Utah and New Mexico) for all market segments. With extensive sales and marketing experience in the CE, Custom Install and...

ControlByNet incorporates its CLOUD video surveillance package with Cloud Plus Surveillance Platform

Announced recently, Cloud Plus™ (Cloud+™) Surveillance Platform incorporates ControlByNet’s CLOUD video surveillance package with its onsite solution, mobile platform and enterprise guard software allowing multi-site enterprises to leverage a central web-based management console. ControlByNet showcased the new Cloud Plus Surveillance Platform in Atlanta at ASIS International 2014 from September 29-October 2 in the Georgia World Congress Center booth 2449. “As a leader in...

Antaira Technologies expands its line of industrial wireless products with addition of APX-5500 IP67 Wireless repeater

Antaira Technologies, a leading developer and supplier of industrial devices and networking equipment, is proud to expand upon its growing line of industrial wireless products with the APX-5500 industrial outdoor IP67 Wireless AP/client/bridge/repeater. Antaira Technologies’ new APX-5500 wireless device is a managed unit with a built-in web console that allows users to configure the unit as a wireless access point, client, bridge or repeater.  The unit also features two gigabit Ether...

AlliedBarton Security Services announces the completion of its two million AlliedBarton|EDGE training courses

The AlliedBarton|EDGE eLearning courses have been completed by AlliedBarton employees at all levels AlliedBarton Security Services, the industry's premier provider of highly trained security personnel, announces the completion of two million AlliedBarton|EDGE® training courses since 2009. The AlliedBarton|EDGE eLearning courses have been completed by AlliedBarton employees at all levels and help to develop skills useful in their everyday work environments. This milestone w...

TDSi builds commanding market share in China’s security market

TDSi has made significant inroads into the Chinese market, according to Managing Director John Davies In terms of the trade deficit, the UK will always struggle to tip the balance in its favour with China. With well over 1.3 Billion people (a staggering 19% of the world’s population) any nation would be hard pushed to successfully tap the full opportunities of such a vast potential market. However, the answer for many companies looking to export to China is to find t...

Axis Communications survey reveals increase in network IP adoption over next three years

The migration from analogue CCTV to network IP continues to be of huge importance to the retail industry According to the latest annual Centre for Retail Research (CRR) survey into the use of CCTV in retail – commissioned by Axis Communications, the global market leader in network video – over 60% of UK retailers are planning to adopt network IP in the next three years and nearly a third have adopted it already, up from a quarter in 2012. Of the 278 UK retaile...

Microsemi Corporation adds latest security features to ultra-secure SmartFusion2 SoC FPGAs and IGLOO2 FPGAs

Microsemi Corporation, a leading provider of semiconductor solutions differentiated by power, security, reliability and performance, recently announced the availability of its new ultra secure SmartFusion2® SoC FPGAs and IGLOO2® FPGAs that have more advanced security features at the device, design and system levels than any other leading FPGA manufacturer. The new data security features are now part of Microsemi's mainstream SmartFusion2 SoC FPGAs and IGLOO2 FPGAs and allow developers to...

AG Neovo announces debut of its QF-28 4K ultra-high definition display

AG Neovo is happy to announce the debut of its QF-28, a 4K ultra-high definition display that provides not only superior image clarity but also flexible viewing options. It promises to prove the definitive choice for professionals whose top priority is to capture exceptionally delicate images, down to the last detail, on their displays. The QF-28 brings nothing short of a revolution in resolution. With 3840 x 2160 pixel resolution, or four times those of a Full HD display, it delivers pictures...