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Olivier Leonetti will succeed Tim Leyden who is retiring after 24 years of distinguished service at the company Western Digital Corp. recently announced that chief financial officer Tim Leyden, 62, is retiring after 24 years of distinguished service at the company. He is being succeeded by Olivier Leonetti, 50, who has served as vice president, finance at Amgen Inc. from 2011, after having previously spent 14 years in global finance leadership positions at Dell Inc. Leyden wil...

Cummiskey brings over 25 years of experience in both the consumer and commercial security markets Linear LLC, a Nortek company and leader in the security and home automation markets, recently announced the appointment of industry executive Tom Cummiskey as senior vice president of global sales. Cummiskey brings over 25 years of experience in both the consumer and commercial connected-security and monitoring markets at ADT Security Services. His deep experience includes managin...

The agreement was signed by Ahmed Pauwels, CEO of Epoc Messe Frankfurt and Abdul Basit Al Janahi, CEOof Dubai SME Dubai SME, the agency of the Department of Economic Development (DED) in Dubai mandated to develop the small and medium enterprise (SME) sector, and Epoc Messe Frankfurt have renewed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) that will give UAE start-ups an opportunity to shine on a global stage at the world’s most international safety and security exhibition. The...

By completing the course John is now an accredited IDIS Certified Engineer on the DirectIPTM NVR Solution Pro-Vision Distribution, the UK distributor of branded CCTV and access control equipment, is pleased to announce that John May has successfully completed the IDIS training course. John, who is an Area Sales Manager for Pro-Vision in the South East of England, is the latest Pro-Vision employee to complete the course, which is run at IDIS’s dedicated training facility...

H Harrold & Sons Locksmiths are making the most of extra sales by supplying the full UNION StrongBOLT® range. The Master Locksmith Association approved locksmiths originally stocked the StrongBOLT® British Standard 5 lever mortice lock in isolation, known for its superior strength and exceeding the requirements of BS3621:2007, but decided they could reap more benefits by supplying the wider range of locks. Part of UNION’s Professional locks portfolio, 5 lever, 3 lever, bathro...

Geoff Tate won the Peter Greenwood Award for his work with the SSAIBover the last 15 years Geoff Tate, CEO of the UK’s leading fire, security and telecare certification body, SSAIB, has won the Peter Greenwood Award at the 2014 ECA Annual Awards. Sponsored by the Fire and Security Association (FSA), the Peter Greenwood Award recognises professionals in the security systems industry who have made an outstanding contribution to the sector. It was set up in memory of forme...

Donaldson will focus on market requirements, providing both tacticaland strategic leadership Arecont Vision®, the industry leader in IP-based megapixel camera technology, recently announced the promotion of Brad Donaldson to Director of Product Management. Donaldson previously served as the senior product manager for the company. “Brad has shown his dedication and commitment to Arecont Vision® with significant contributions to our success,” said Raul...

ASSA ABLOY, Security Doors, a division of ASSA ABLOY, the global leader in door opening solutions, manufactures all its doors in Galvanneal steel, ideal for powder coating to increase durability and corrosion resistance. The hot dipped galvanised steel, originally developed for the automotive industry, offers a coating that is uniformly spread, to provide a consistent appearance over an entire door and its fine matte finish acts as a primer, shielding against rust. A tightly adherent paint fil...

VidSys’ National Language Support software can be easily adapted to various languages without code changes VidSys, a leading provider of Physical Security Information Management (PSIM) software, recently announced that it will demonstrate the latest release of its award winning product at ASIS in Atlanta, September 29 through October 1 in Booth #3565. In 7.7, VidSys debuts National Language Support, meaning the software can be easily adapted to various languages without...

Ongoing research results with regards to video analysis or counter-terrorism will be shown at the event In 2014, Security Essen will portray the latest trends in security technology and the efficiency of the international security sector. It will be illustrated that security technology has developed into a high-tech sector: the latest technological developments are being taken up at an early stage and converted into solutions, e.g. in video surveillance technology where the fi...

Idesco to offer versatile RFID products and solutions, anticipating industry trends toward enhanced cost-effectiveness We’ve recently been working closely with our customers in Germany, in nearby German speaking countries and in Poland, providing local support and customer service through our sister companies, Unitronic AG (Düsseldorf) and Acte Sp. z o.o., (Warsaw). Together, we’re proud to offer some of the world’s most cutting-edge, versatile RFID...

LEGIC IDConnect deploys contactless smartcard applications onmobile phones LEGIC will present its worldwide unique all-inclusive service at Security Essen 2014. LEGIC IDConnect is an end-to-end service to deploy contactless smartcard applications on mobile phones – simply and securely. Thanks to IDConnect, it is possible to pay a coffee using a smartphone, open doors with cell phones or record working times with mobiles. The modern user interface and its easy inte...

Stefan will talk about the contrast in capabilities between open source and closed technology Idesco is proud to announce that sister company Unitronic AG’s CEO, Stefan Hauf, will give an important industry presentation at Security Essen 2014, “Choosing Wisely, Open and Closed Access Control Technologies”. Stefan’s presentation will begin with a brief survey of the features of the most common technologies and follow with a contrast of the capabilit...

Xtralis will unveil the new HeiTel Cam4mobile VG family atSecurity Essen Xtralis, the world’s leading provider of very early & reliable detection and remote visual verification safety and security solutions, will exhibit new capabilities for its HeiTel’s VideoGateway (VG) series including sophisticated, remotely-based software and CMS applications solutions for the web, smart phone, tablet, PC, and workstations at 2014 Security Essen tradeshow, held 23-26 Septe...

Reddy will focus on end-to-end customer experience from product vision to deployment Honeywell recently announced the appointment of Inder Reddy as president of Honeywell Security Products Americas, an industry leader in intrusion, access control and video surveillance technologies. Reddy succeeds Scott Harkins, who accepted a new role within Honeywell. Reddy previously served for four years as Honeywell Security Group (HSG) vice president of global marketing. In this role, h...

Tyco Security Products will be demonstrating emerald and the rest of the CEM portfolio at booth #710 Tyco Security Products, part of Tyco, the world’s largest pure-play fire protection and security company, announced recently that it is bringing its popular brand of CEM Systems access control products to the Americas. CEM solutions have been sold primarily in EMEA and Asia for over 25 years. Their first to market innovative hardware and software solutions have been extr...

SureView Systems announces they have successfully integrated the mobiDEOS UCNE range of cloud and network-enabled surveillance systems into Immix, the company’s video based automation software. Immix® delivers a single platform to manage video surveillance/CCTV, intrusion and fire alarms, access control, and VoIP audio. The mobiDEOS UCNE system enables legacy CCTV systems to be quickly and simply connected through the device and onto Immix for remote monitoring across many locations t...

COMPRO Technology Inc., a leading provider of cloud IP video surveillance solutions, recently announced the cutting edge cloud service: C4Home Cloud Recording. C4Home cloud recording service upload every snapshot and event recording video to C4Home cloud server, with easy to use APP you can easily access event snapshot pictures or event recording videos from your smartphone. With C4Home Cloud recording service, you no longer need to worry about data loss cause by local storage equipment malfunct...

VIVOTEK is pleased to announce the launch of its two market leading and innovative network cameras: FE8181 and FE8181V. In addition to 5-Megapixel and fisheye fixed dome features, the cameras are furnished with a removable IR-cut filter for Day & Night functionality, and a built-in 10 meter IR Illuminator for uniform lighting across a 360° surround view, making them standouts in the fisheye camera market. With the IR features superior image quality is guaranteed throughout the entire day...

Honeywell recently announced a technology upgrade to its NetAXS-123 web-based modular access control system to make it easier for small to mid-size businesses to secure their doors. Ethernet virtual loop (EVL) technology uses a single IP address to talk to multiple control panels, making installation fast and simple. This simpler installation process, which allows installers use their customers’ existing local area networks (LAN) with Power-over-Ethernet (PoE), eliminates the requirement t...

The roundtable discussion brought together various leaders in the energy sector to discuss systems integration G4S Technology, an award-winning security systems integrator and expert project management company for communication networks and fully integrated, electronic security systems, hosted a roundtable discussion titled ‘Security System Integration in the Utility Sector: Balance between Detection and Protection’ on September 9 during IQPC’s 2014 Powe...

Teleste solutions will help operators to carry their content from the headend to all consumer screens cost-efficiently At IBC2014, Teleste Corporation, a leading provider of video and broadband technologies and related services, will highlight its professional headend and CATV solutions that help operators offer a premium quality TV and video experience to all consumer devices. With Teleste's innovative technologies, operators can also deliver IP based content into and aro...

Among the products being showcased will be ASSA‘s SMARTair™ and CLIQ™ remote door opening solutions ASSA ABLOY UK is exhibiting at this year’s Education Facilities Forum, showcasing two of its business units, as the global leader in door opening solutions. Held at the Heythrop Park Resort, Oxfordshire, from 17th-18th November 2014, the two business units – ASSA ABLOY, Security Solutions and ASSA ABLOY, Access Control will display a range of tailo...

The annual TDSi awards recognise partners’ excellence in fields such as sales and customer service Integrated security solutions manufacturer TDSi is pleased to announce the winners of its 2014 Partner Awards. Sovereign Fire and Security has won UK Platinum Partner of the Year and Siel Invest in Romania has been named as Export Partner of the Year. The annual TDSi awards recognise partners’ excellence, not only in terms of sales performance but also in cu...

Smiths’ IONSCAN 600 is the next generation portable desktop explosives detector for use in global aviation and infrastructure security Smiths Detection will unveil the IONSCAN 600, its next generation portable desktop explosives trace detector for use in global aviation and infrastructure security, at the ASIS International 60th Annual Seminar and Exhibits on Tuesday, September 30th at 10:00 AM during a press conference. The IONSCAN 600’s simplified software, cost...

Through this partnership with CheckVideo, Security Partners dealers can receive Managed Services training Security Partners and CheckVideo recently announced an agreement to provide comprehensive managed video sales training programs to authorised security dealers who maintain an affiliation with Security Partners. Managed video services include Remote Video Guarding, Video Alarm Verification, Off-Site Video Data Storage, and Cloud Video Management. These features are availab...

Lisa Anne will overlook relationships with industry consultants and engineers to identify new business Continuing with AMAG Technology’s restructuring and expansion initiative to provide increased support to its engineer and consultant customer base, the company welcomes Lisa Anne Grossman to the Business Development team. Based in California, Lisa Anne is the new Western Region Business Development Manager. Her core objectives are to develop relationships with industry...

Award-winning professional security system LightSYS™2 just got even better as global integrated security solutions provider RISCO Group, release a 50-zone version. Suitable for both wired and wireless applications, this upgraded version of LightSYS™2 is ideal for large and multi-site applications, and includes 50 wired relay zones, 50 wireless zones and up to 32 RISCO Bus detector zones. With 32 programmable outputs and four partitions, the new system is the ideal solution for insta...

The event acknowledged and awarded its system integrators for their outstanding sales performance Matrix Comsec recently concluded its annual partners Growth Summit in Munnar, India. It was a three-day event where top performing Matrix system integrators were acknowledged and rewarded for their outstanding sales performance for the year 2013-14. Around 80 Matrix partners from the South of India along with some international partners attended the summit. Complying with its...

The Defence Geospatial Conference will be held on 19th-21st January 2015 Satellite images of the final moments as the Malaysian Plane was shot down on the Russia/Ukraine Border have been released. Evidence from these images appears to point that it was separatist supported by Russia that were responsible for the tragedy, after it was revealed Ukraine did not have any missiles within range of the downed MH17 airline. However the U.S. intelligence officials said they do not kn...