Security management - News

Viscount Systems receives funding from the National Research Council of Canada Industrial Research Assistance Program

IRAP support will be used to further the development of Viscount's Freedom access control platform IRAP support will be used to further the development of Viscount's Freedom access control platform and to expand system capabilities to a number of key areas, including mobile devices, enhancing the Freedom Microsoft Active Directory platform, preparing for U.S. Government full FICAM compliance, and enhanced encryption. "We are very pleased to have the support of the Industrial...

CNL Software leads discussion on future and role of PSIM at IFSEC 2013

Keith Bloodworth, CEO of CNL Software, discussed the trends that are driving the uptake of PSIM technology  CNL Software, a world leader in Physical Security Information Management (PSIM) software, led several key sessions on subjects including the future of PSIM, the role of PSIM within Safe City frameworks and innovation within physical security. Learning lessons from the London Olympics, regional activities such as presidential debates and celebratory events through t...

VidSys previews its EMEA Security Survey findings at IFSEC International 2013

The survey reveals increasing focus on integration technologies, improved collaboration and information sharing VidSys, a leading provider of Physical Security Information Management (PSIM) software,  is previewing findings from its second annual EMEA Security Survey at IFSEC International 2013.  This year’s survey of senior-level IT and physical security professionals from public sector, corporate enterprise and national government organisations reveals an in...

Axis Communications announces AXIS Q7436 Video Encoder Blade and Q7920 video encoder chassis

The new high-performance video encoder solution is ideal for demanding locations such as airports, railway stations and city surveillance–where high performance, flexibility and reliability are required. Axis Communications, the world leader in network video, announces AXIS Q7436 Video Encoder Blade and the AXIS Q7920 Video Encoder Chassis, which is one of the industry’s highest-density encoder chassis with support for up to 84 analogue cameras. “This new video encoder system...

IFSEC International and FIREX International receive overwhelming support for 2014 event in London

IFSEC International 2014 will see Security & Fire Installer Live, an annual installer programme, launch for the first time Following the announcement in February that IFSEC International and FIREX International will change location for 2014, the organisers of the event, UBM Live announced that all the major players will be making the move to London’s ExCeL from 17-19 June 2014. Over 75 leading brands from across the security and fire industry will be represented inc...

Secutech Taiwan 2013 attracts over 25,807 visitors from 100 countries and regions

Over 510 exhibitors displayed their surveillance, access control and integrated security solutions  The 16th edition of Secutech was held from 24 – 26 April 2013 at Taipei Nangang Exhibition Center, Taiwan and attracted 25,807 visitors from 100 countries and regions. Organised by Messe Frankfurt New Era Business Media Ltd, the three-day show is an annual international exhibition and conference for the electronic security, info security, fire & safety sectors. T...

AlliedBarton Security Services' Chris McCann receives Patriotic Civilian Service Award from EPAF

AlliedBarton’s company-wide military hiring program, Hire Our HeroesSM, is an essential part of its recruiting strategy AlliedBarton Security Services, the industry’s premier provider of highly trained security personnel, is proud to announce that Chris McCann, Recruiter and Trainer, Midwest Region, Minneapolis, MN, was awarded the Patriotic Civilian Service Award from the Employer Partnership of the Armed Forces (EPAF). “This award represents the highest aw...

Visualant to showcase ChromaID technology at Laser World Photonics in Munich

The ChromaID F12 Scanner is a handheld device designed for authentication and diagnosis of flat substances Visualant, Inc., an industry-leading provider of chromatic-based identification and diagnostic solutions with its ChromaID™ technology, announced recently that it will be showing the new ChromaID F12 Scanner for the first time in Europe at the booth C2/657 at the Laser World of Photonics in Munich, Germany, taking place on May 13th-16th, 2013. The ChromaID F12 Scan...

BSIA to launch series of networking events at this year's IFSEC 2013

BSIA's Lone Worker section will feature the election for the section's inaugural Chairman The British Security Industry Association (BSIA) - the trade body representing the UK's private security industry - has revealed its activity plan for this year's IFSEC International exhibition and conference, which takes place in Birmingham in less than one week's time (13 – 16 May 2013). Relationship building is at the heart of the BSIA's activities at the show, with a series of...

Kastle Systems acquires cloud-based intelligent video solutions provider CheckVideo

Kastle Systems and CheckVideo will redefine delivery and performance in video surveillance services Kastle Systems International, the leading provider of managed security solutions, recently announced that it has acquired CheckVideo, the leading provider of cloud-based intelligent video surveillance. Bringing together award-winning technology, an expert team, and a broad portfolio of intellectual property and patents, Kastle and CheckVideo will redefine delivery and performanc...

Axis Communications receives "Best Places to Work in Massachusetts" recognition from Boston Business Journal

Axis was one of more than 400 companies to qualify for consideration based on a two-stage nomination process The Boston Business Journal has named Axis Communications, the world leader in network video surveillance, one of the Best Places to Work in Massachusetts for Midsized Companies in its 11thannual regional awards program. The honour recognises Axis’ achievements in creating a positive work environment that attracts and retains employees through a combination of emp...

TDSi launches proximity version of its stand-alone access control system SOLOgarde

Integrated security solutions manufacturer TDSi has launched a new proximity version of its stand-alone access control system SOLOgarde. SOLOgarde is designed to offer the perfect blend of convenience and ease of use whilst maintaining excellent levels of intelligent security by enabling installation of the controller on the secure side of the door – offering a highly cost-effective way of securing a single door for up to 1,000 users. The stand-alone keypad offers simple but secure access...

Opengear’s key cellular out-of-band management products receives PTCRB industry certification

Opengear, a leading provider of next-generation cellular out-of-band management solutions and console servers, today announced at Interop Las Vegas 2013 that key cellular out-of-band management products have been awarded PTCRB industry certification in addition to being certified by major wireless carriers for use across their networks. The PTCRB certification is mandated by network operators for the marketing of GSM-based cellular products in the Americas and many European countries. PTCRB is...

Traka USA offers key management solutions to Lenel’s North America and Latin America customers

The Lenel and Traka USA agreement allows Lenel to resell three base levels of Traka key cabinets An announcement has been made on an agreement to offer Traka USA Key Management Solutions to Lenel’s North America and Latin America customers through Lenel’s Value Added Resellers (VAR). The Lenel and Traka USA agreement allows Lenel to resell three base levels of Traka key cabinets, which offer innovative technology for sophisticated intelligent access control. Traka...

Datacard Group wins six 2013 Silver Key Awards from the Colorado Chapter of the Business Marketing Association

Datacard Group received the recognition at the annual Gold Key Awards gala Datacard Group, the world leader in secure ID and card personalisation solutions, recently announced it has received six 2013 Silver Key Awards from the Colorado Chapter of the Business Marketing Association. The recognition took place at the annual Gold Key Awards gala Friday, April 26, 2013, at The Seawall Ballroom in the Denver Center for the Performing Arts. Datacard Group was recognised for its br...

TRI-ED Distribution continues North American expansion with addition of five new branches

The five new branches are located in Colorado and Arkansas TRI-ED Distribution continues to expand its North American footprint with the addition of five new branches in Denver, Centennial, Grand Junction and Colorado Springs, CO and Little Rock, AR. These locations will also specialise as TRI-ED Data Solutions Centers and stock a complete breadth of connectivity and low voltage products.   TRI-ED, through its select Data Solutions Centers, will offer dealers and integra...

Stanley Security Solutions launches eServices in UK

As part of the commitment to continued enhancement of its customer care strategy, Stanley Security Solutions - one of the leading security providers in the UK - is pleased to announce the launch of its innovative ‘eServices’ in the UK. eServices enables customers for the first time to access real time, unedited information on their accounts from anywhere in the world, 24/7*. This approach allows customers to gain invaluable and immediate security information, including the products...

Brivo Systems announces expansion of sales team

The new additions include Nicole Beauchamp, Todd Harrington, Jeff Munson, Alfred Gallegos, Brittany Almy, Hilary Pogarch and Matthew Kostinas  Brivo Systems LLC, leader in cloud applications for security management, today announced the newest addition to the Brivo sales team, Nicole Beauchamp. Nicole will provide expert support to the Northeast region—ME, VT, NH, MA, RI, CT, NY and NJ. She brings over 11 years of business management and sales experience and offers e...

Traka to demonstrate key management systems at IFSEC 2013

Traka's solutions can be networked across numerous sites while being managed from one central point Traka will be demonstrating its key management systems at IFSEC 2013. Visit stand 4/C40 13 – 16 May, Birmingham NEC. Traceability - Traka key management systems maintain a full electronic audit of all users, keys, dates and times so you know at a glance who has what and when it was returned - or not Accountability - Full auditing makes everyone accountable for the keys i...

Luxriot to present its Broadcast Server at IFSEC 2013

Luxriot will also present its LPR software and improvements to its VMS The Luxriot team kindly invites you to attend IFSEC 2013, NEC Birmingham, UK From 13-16 May 2013 you can find Luxriot at the NEC, Birmingham, UK, IFSEC International event, Stand No H120, Hall No 4 Luxriot shall be presenting at IFSEC 2013 Expo their new & impoved Broadcast Server and LPR, as well as more improvements to the Luxriot VMS. Luxriot look forward to seeing you at IFSEC 2013.

Mirasys releases version 6.2 of its VMS for professional users

In Mirasys VMS 6.2 the ease of use for professional users is set to a completely new level. In this new version, the unique Mirasys Spotter user interface (UI) brings forth virtual cameras, automatic zoom, and intuitive VCA such as object tracking and highlighting functions. Sami Ovaska, CTO at Mirasys, explains: “You can have just one camera, from which several different views are taken. So you can use the full power of high megapixel cameras to create various views just out of a single i...

RISCO Group to launch LightSYS 2 hybrid security system at IFSEC International 2013

LightSYS 2 is the new generation of the successful LightSYS series, designed for small commercial and residential markets RISCO Group, a leading provider of integrated security solutions will launch the LightSYS 2 hybrid security system at IFSEC International 2013. LightSYS 2 is the new generation of the successful LightSYS series, designed for small commercial and residential markets and renowned for its wide range of installation and communication options. The new LightSYS...

Moxa to demonstrate integration of IP video and Ethernet I/O into SCADA systems at 2013 OTC

Moxa's live demonstration shows remote video triggered by sensor and viewable from within InduSoft's WebStudio SCADA software Moxa will mark its presence at the 2013 Offshore Technology Conference (OTC) by demonstrating easy integration of IP video and Ethernet I/O into the mission-critical SCADA systems used by the oil and gas industry for data collection and real-time operations management. "SCADA has changed dramatically over the last few years, and today's offshore oil fi...

HID Global demonstrates new proof-of-concept Virtual Intercom application at RFID Journal Live!

HID is driving an initiative for partners to develop NFC Trusted Tag applications with the launch of its HID Trusted Tag SDK HID Global®, a worldwide leader in secure identity solutions, is driving an initiative for partners to develop NFC Trusted Tag applications with the launch of its HID Trusted Tag™ Services Software Developer Tool Kit (SDK). Operating within the Trusted Identity Platform™ (TIP), HID Trusted Tag Services is the company’s latest NFC in...

BSIA welcomes Stephen Phipson as Director of Security Industry Engagement in its Office for Security and Counter Terrorism

Stephen Phipson will coordinate the interaction between the Government and the UK's private security industry The British Security Industry Association (BSIA) has welcomed the Home Office’s appointment of Stephen Phipson as the new Director of Security Industry Engagement in its Office for Security and Counter Terrorism. This announcement comes as a result of last year’s publication of a white paper relating to defence and security, entitled New Security through T...

Oncam appoints Paul Such as Vice President of Sales for Europe and Middle East

Paul has over 20 years of experience, with a specialisation in high-growth sales across the security industry Oncam, one of the world's leading security and technology solutions companies, announced that it has appointed industry expert Paul Such as its Vice President of Sales, Europe and Middle East (EMEA). He will be based at the company’s UK headquarters in London. Paul brings almost 20 years experience to the job, with a specialisation in high-growth sales across th...

CEM Systems introduces v.6.7 software of AC2000 integrated access control and security management software

CEM Systems, part of Tyco Security Products, recently announced the release of version 6.7 of AC2000 SE (Standard Edition) and AC2000 AE (Airport Edition) integrated access control and security management software. The latest release offers a host of new features that increase the performance and improve the functionality of the CEM AC2000 access control system. “CEM AC2000 is a powerful access control system that is designed with the customer in mind” said Andrew Fulton, Senior Dir...

Datacard Group announces Datacard CD820 instant issuance system for financial organisations

Datacard Group, the world leader in secure ID and card personalisation solutions, recently announced the availability of its latest financial product— the Datacard® CD820™ instant issuance system—giving financial organisations and retailers an affordable approach to instantly issuing payment cards. With the ability to reduce issuance costs and deliver cards to consumers in a customised and personalised way, the CD820 system offers a wide-range of features to help support a...

IndigoVision introduces new Control Center 4.8 security management suite

Included as part of SMS4™, IndigoVision's Security Management Software suite, this latest release uses a revolutionary new user interface design, making it easier for operators to visualise alarms in real time and to view cameras through target based maps. Additional intelligence has been introduced to Control Center 4.8 giving operators an easy way of accessing cameras on a map rather than having to memorise camera locations. "When the first release of Control Center was launched in 2002...

Talk-A-Phone to host LED Area Lighting Platform webinar

Talk-A-Phone has enhanced its blue light towers with an integrated high-efficiency LED area lighting solution Recognising that many security deployments are often compromised with inadequate lighting and poorly coordinated with CCTV cameras, Talk-A-Phone has enhanced its blue light towers with an integrated high-efficiency LED area lighting solution. To learn more about this product join us on either May 7th or May 14th for our LED Area Lighting Platform Webinar! Register soo...