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JCB Smart Towers combine the latest cameras with wireless networks, sensors, and power sources A dramatic switch from human guards to cost-effective smart technologies has been the trend in site security in the last year. Recent projects carried out by the construction specialist, VPS Site Security, have demonstrated savings of over 60% in security budgets, providing an improved, comprehensive security net 24/7 at lower cost.Costain, GallifordTry, Carillion, Taylor Wimpey and...

Magenta installed solar panels on the roof of the building that generates 40% of the electricity it needs Magenta Security Services has once again been recognised for its environmental initiatives, collecting Best Green Business Award at the recent Hounslow Business Awards. The award was given for Magenta’s green initiatives which have helped the company reduce its impact on the environment. Magenta Security is considered one of the most environmentally friendly compani...

Surveon SPhone allows users to preset up to 20 NVRs on the server list with at least 64 CH per server Along with the vibrant application of mobile devices in our daily life, this adoption is also applied extensively in the surveillance industry. To realise 24/7 monitoring with mobility, Surveon offers SPhone, the monitoring app for both iOS and Android platforms, turning smart phone as an instant access to users' surveillance videos. Without having to sit in front of monitors...

Kevin Soulages, Assistant Director at Arizona Mills Mall, has a security/law enforcement background Arizona-based Kevin Soulages, a mall security professional for Allied Universal - a leading facility services company and the largest security force in North America with over 150,000 employees - recently received the “coveted” Simon Properties Tom Cernock Award for outstanding performance on the job. Valued member of the Arizona Mill Security team An Allied Univer...

FJC, a provider of uniformed security professionals, was purchased by Allied Universal, a facilities services company Allied Universal, a leading facility services company and the largest security force in North America with over 150,000 employees and co-HQ in Conshohocken, PA and Santa Ana, CA, has announced the purchase of FJC Security Services, based in Floral Park, N.Y. Terms of the deal were not disclosed. “FJC has had an outstanding reputation for years, and its o...

45% believed that cyber and physical security were equally important in the companies they were linked to The latest Security Research Initiative Report published highlights the crucial role that physical security suppliers and corporate security departments play in tackling cyber-crime, albeit that this often goes unrecognised.  Physical Security Specialists vs. Cyber Specialists  In a survey of both physical security specialists and cyber specialists (supple...

The recognition highlights the significant impact of learning and development on employee success Conshohocken, Pennsylvania and Santa Ana, California, based Allied Universal, a facility services company in North America, was awarded the prestigious Brandon Hall Gold award for the Best Launch of a Corporate Learning University.  Now entering its 22nd year, the Brandon Hall Excellence Awards includes a rigorous judging process. Entries are evaluated by a panel of independ...

National Security Officer Appreciation Week was established in 2015 to recognize security officers' many contributions to our daily lives Allied Universal, a facility services company and the largest security force in North America, to honour all security officers with the second annual National Security Officer Appreciation Week from September 18 – 24, 2016. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, there are over 1 million security officers employed in the United St...

HID Trusted Tag Services solution for CMMS extends HID Global’s broad set of complementary solutions that secure IoT applications and facilitate smart building environments HID Global, a provider of secure identity solutions, announced new solutions that secure Internet of Things (IoT) applications to improve the convenience and effectiveness of monitoring heating and cooling systems, along with a variety of manufacturing and safety equipment. The company’s latest...

Allied Universal security officers and the company’s “Machines as a Service” robots will patrol the exhibit hall Allied Universal, a leading facility services company and the largest security force in North America with over 140,000 employees, will provide physical security at ASIS International’s 62nd Annual Seminar and Exhibits in Orlando, Florida, from September 12 to 15. Allied Universal security officers as well as the company’s new “...

Employees of Magenta Security benefit from full training on joining the company Zero-hours contracts allow employers to hire staff with no guarantee of work. This effectively means employees work only when they are needed by employers, often at short notice with pay depending on how many hours they work. Stricter Action Despite issuing a previous warning that organisations who employ the services of security companies need to do further checks on working condition...

The move puts LOCKEN in a prime position to satisfy the increasingly demanding expectations of the smart access market As the digital era continues to evolve businesses are increasingly looking to expand access control beyond its traditional role with high tech innovations. With as many as 40% of openings managed by new technologies, LOCKEN has announced an increase in investment and personnel in a direct bid to spearhead SMART security innovation. 15% increase in R&...

The new certification demonstrates ISD Tech’s increasing footprint within the corporate enterprise sector ISD Tech announced that is has been accepted onto the Tyco Security Products Software House Dealer Certification Programme. C·Cure 9000 As one of the security industry’s most rigorous technical certifications, the programme is designed to ensure that only the most highly trained security integrators install and support Software House solutions. By bein...

The fourth edition of IFSEC SEA incorporates OSH, NEBOSH, the new conference International Workplace and a New Technology Showcase IFSEC Southeast Asia is set to provide more insights on Occupational, Safety and Health for the region’s industry players. The region’s leading security, fire and safety event will take place in four months, 7–9 September 2016, at the prestigious Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre, Malaysia. The fourth edition will host various semin...

Ms. Dougan was named 2012 Woman of the Year in the manufacturer category by the Women’s Security Council Arecont Vision has announced the retirement of Carole Dougan as Vice President of North American Sales. “Carole joined Arecont Vision six years ago as our Vice President of Strategic Accounts for the Americas. She did an excellent job building our business with our top distributors and systems integrators based in the USA,” said Scott Schafer, Executive V...

The GSM PRO intercoms provides greater security and freedom at the same time Videx has launched a new GSM door entry system that uses mobile technology to communicate and operate doors, automatic gates, car parks and remote site applications. The GSM PRO intercoms are available in kit form or as part of the popular 4000 Series modular door entry system for single call button applications up to 50 apartments all with the facility to divert to three additional numbers if the fi...

Public Safety solutions in strong demand amidst heightened terror threat UK-based security firm Digital Barriers has announced an exponential 113% increase in its international revenues which have doubled to £15.1m from £7.1m in 2015, accounting for 83% of its total revenues. Revenue growth was driven by a strong performance from Digital Barrier's Solutions division, which grew organically by 53%. State-of-the-art counter terror technology security solutions...

SDS' customised security programme allows companies to utilise part-time security managers Strategic Design Services (SDS), an independent security consulting firm specialising in operational and physical security, has announced the launch of a new security service, the Virtual Security Manager programme that offers a cost-effective way to add additional security management staff without spending a fortune on employee salaries.   Part-time security managers This u...

ATS and AMS are notable among security providers in Iraq Al Murabit Security Services (“AMS”) and its sister company Al Thaware Security Services (“ATS”), the security services companies of Iraqi-based, international conglomerate Harlow International, have been awarded the ISO 18788:2015 accreditation. AMS and ATS are the first to be awarded the UKAS and IQ Verify witnessed assessment on ISO 18788:2015 in the world. Highest accreditation in security T...

The contract for the tenanted office buildings will include manned guards providing front of house/concierge services Trigion Security Services has signed a tailor-made contract with a prestigious London managing agent, to provide security at its properties in Savile Row, Berkley Street and Duke of York Street in London. Front of house services The contract for the tenanted office buildings will include manned guards providing front of house/concierge services. Trigion offer...

Sharp's Robolliance forum aims to advance understanding of the Autonomous Robotics marketplace Sharp Electronics Corporation, founding sponsor of the Robolliance programme, brought together fellow sponsors and onsite press covering PSA TEC 2016 to announce today the launch of an initiative focused on ground-based security robotics. Today’s announcement defined the Robolliance programme as “a forum for technology partners and industry experts in robotics, surveillan...

Active Shooter: How to Prepare, Prevent and Respond will feature Kim Richmond and Tom Davis as speakers AlliedBarton Security Services, the industry’s premier provider of highly trained security personnel; and New York State University Police at Upstate Medical University will host an active shooter seminar on May 24, 2016. The free seminar will be held from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Onondaga Community College, located at 4585 West Seneca Turnpike, Syracuse. Lunch will be p...

Exhibiting as part of UK Pavilion brings many benefits which help exhibitors to enjoy successful and profitable exhibition The British Security Industry Association (BSIA) is encouraging UK companies to take advantage of the many benefits that exhibiting as part of the UK Pavilion at Intersec 2017 brings. As an Approved Trade Organisation for the security sector, the BSIA organises a number of UK Pavilions at the industry’s largest overseas events every year. As the reg...

Electronic access control systems can often also be integrated into “time and attendance” recording devices With the vast amount of people visiting large public sector buildings on a day-to-day basis, security is paramount. The facility must be managed correctly to limit criminal activity, injury and costly claims. Conducting detailed security checks To ensure the facility you are in charge of is as secure as possible whilst not impeding safety, executing thoroug...

Magenta has started working with a number of new organisations to provide security services & extend contracts Magenta Security, one of the UK’s fastest growing private security firms, has strengthened its security guarding team on the back of a series of new business wins.  Increasing demand for security guarding services In recent months, Magenta has started working with a number of new organisations to provide security services, as well as extending contrac...

Magenta's new security guard recruits will benefit from full training and a raft of employee benefits Magenta Security, one of the UK’s fastest growing private security firms, has strengthened its security guarding team on the back of a series of new business wins. Expanding security team In recent months, Magenta has started working with a number of new organisations to provide security services, as well as extending contracts with existing clients. As a result, i...

Her new role will see her grow both the manned and mobile security services of Kings Security Carrie Eastwood has joined Bradford based Kings Security, the largest privately owned provider of security systems in the UK, as head of sales for the business’ guarding division. Focusing on manned and mobile security services Carrie brings over 13 years of industry experience to her new role having previously worked for businesses including Securitas, VSG and The Keyholding...

A highlight of initiative is HID’s latest mobility solutions unveiled at ISC West, including goID platform, Mobile Access enhancements, & more HID Global®, a worldwide leader in secure identity solutions, has introduced a mobility initiative that includes solutions, services, investments and alliances that expand the capabilities of trusted IDs on mobile devices across a growing range of access control, authentication and Internet of Things (IoT) applications. A...

PassagePoint visitor tablet solution is designed to improve convenience and efficiency of visitor registration At ISC West 2016, STOPware™, Inc., a global leader in visitor management technology, is unveiling their enhanced PassagePoint Visitor Tablet Solution, now with new features and functionality designed to significantly improve the convenience and efficiency of visitor registration. The tablet will be on display at the company’s booth (#19125). Delivers conv...

SENTRYMOBILE cameras deliver ability to stream footage wirelessly to existing video management platform for live monitoring Sentry360 innovator of advanced video surveillance solutions recently announced its entrance into the emerging body worn camera market debuting its new line of SENTRYMOBILE™ products at the International Security Conference in Las Vegas April 6-8th. SENTRYMOBILE body worn mobile cameras Thomas Carnevale Founder and CEO of Sentry360 stated, “...