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Linear LLC, the leader in residential and commercial access control, emergency response and security solutions, announces Copper Cop, a new copper theft security solution designed to protect commercial HVAC units, one of the most frequent targets of metal thieves, from being stripped of copper piping and hardware. Designed for easy installation to the exterior of a commercial HVAC unit, Linear's Copper Cop includes a unique wire harness and patent-pending spring-loaded clips enclosed in a durab...

Kazim’s experience spans various start-up organisations and global enterprises MicroPower Technologies, Inc., the award-winning provider of wireless surveillance solutions optimised for rapid, cost-effective deployment, recently announced the appointment of Alex Kazim to its advisory board effective immediately. Kazim, currently Senior Vice President, hp.com, will lend his extensive business and leadership expertise with high-growth companies to the MicroPower management...

Bill will continue as VingCard Elsafe’s Vice President and General Manager until the end of the year VingCard Elsafe, the global leader in hospitality security, announces the promotion of William J. (Bill) Oliver to the position of President-North America, effective January 1, 2013. Bill will continue as VingCard Elsafe’s Vice President and General Manager for the North America region until the end of the year, and he will remain based out of ASSA ABLOY Hospitality...

The security team has clocked 10 years and 2.5 million hours with no recordable or lost-time injuries at the site U.S. Security Associates reports a safety milestone that showcases the potential for clients with dangerous operations to create safer workplaces in partnership with contract security services companies. At the Texas site of one of America's largest oil refineries, the U.S. Security Associates security team has clocked 10 years and 2.5 million hours with no recorda...

IDEAL Industries Networks, the networking technology division of IDEAL INDUSTRIES, INC., announced recently that its SignalTEK II Qualifier has been named one of the Top 30 Technology Innovations of 2012 by Security Sales & Integration magazine. "IDEAL is proud to be recognised as an innovative company that is making a meaningful difference in the experience of video surveillance technicians as they fulfil their important missions," said Richard Jones, Director of Sales & Marketing-Netw...

C58-DMA was initially designed for court recording systems, and security and surveillance facilities PESA, a leading U.S.-based custom design and build manufacturing company for professional audio and video signal distribution, recently announced its new C58-DMS streaming media distribution system was recognised with a Government Video SALUTE Award last week at the Government Video Expo in Washington, DC. Chosen by the editorial staff of Government Video magazine, the SALUTE...

Moore will leverage his expertise to support installation and service of the company’s First Responder platform FutureSentry, a developer of automated detection solutions designed for proactive security, recently announced that it expanded its sales team with the addition of Eric Moore as an Independent Sales Representative. Moore brings more than 20 years of technical and sales experience to the company. Moore, who reports directly to FutureSentry President and CEO Rol...

Chamberlin will bring her sales expertise in the security market and knowledge of B2B technologies to the organisation MicroPower Technologies Inc., the award-winning provider of surveillance solutions optimised for rapid, cost-effective deployment, recently announced Ann Chamberlin as the company’s new Vice President of Sales. Chamberlin will bring her sales expertise in the security market and keen knowledge of B2B technologies to the MicroPower organisation.  Ch...

The goal of the campaign is to inspire security professionals and/or their employers to sponsor at least one child Mission 500, a non-profit initiative focusing on the security industry and dedicated to serving the needs of children and communities in crisis, is continuing its integrated marketing campaign beginning in January 2013. Mission 500’s media partners have again joined in offering their support in the form of over US$125,000 in print and electronic media placem...

The presentation highlighted Canadian provinces use of prepaid and instantly issued cards for social benefits program Datacard Group, the world leader in secure ID and card personalisation solutions, announced that Mike Vaselenak, director, instant issuance in Canada for Datacard Group will be speaking at the Canadian Institute’s National Prepaid Forum in Toronto, Canada. The session was held at the Marriott Bloor in Yorkville, Toronto, Canada on Friday afternoon, Decem...

Mr. Gill has been credited with ramping production in 2012 to meet sales demand on the Pan-Tilt-Zoom camera Avigilon, a leader in high-definition (HD) and megapixel video surveillance solutions, recently announced the promotion of Manny Gill to vice president of manufacturing and global supply chain. Mr. Gill has been instrumental in supporting Avigilon’s growth by ensuring the quality, reliability and delivery of HD surveillance solutions to over 80 countries worldwide....

VidSys’ James Chong to provide predictions that will offer critical insights  VidSys, a leading provider of Physical Security Information Management (PSIM) software, recently announced it will host a complementary webinar unveiling its latest predictions and revelations for the PSIM industry. Who:  James Chong, VidSys founder, CTO and SVP of strategic innovation Why:  From corporate and airport security breaches and the London Olympics to Presidential el...

Immotec’s iSafePro 360 product line and management software have been fully integrated to work with ASSA ABLOY's Aperio wireless lock technology ASSA ABLOY, the global leader in door opening solutions, and Immotec Systems, a leading manufacturer of revolutionary access control systems, announces the integration of Immotec's access control solutions with ASSA ABLOY'S range of Aperio wireless locks.   Immotec’s iSafePro 360 product line and management soft...

The acquisition of SGI and its 13 branch locations establishes a presence for Tri-Ed / Northern Video in six new cities Tri-Ed / Northern Video Distribution is pleased to announce its acquisition of Security General International (SGI), a leading wholesale distributor of Security and Low Voltage products in the Southwest U.S.   Staying true to its “buy and build” growth strategy, Tri-Ed / Northern Video continues to expand its footprint in North America. The...

Pivot3 had recorded over 370 surveillance transactions, including notable wins in gaming Commenting on its accelerating momentum and expanding global customer base, Pivot3®, Inc., a leading supplier of video surveillance and virtual desktop infrastructure (VDI) Serverless Storage Appliances, announced recently that its 2012 third quarter year-to-date revenues significantly exceeded those of its full 2011 fiscal year, and that it is on its way to doubling prior year revenue...

Brivo's products have a proven track record of deployment at the local, state and federal levels For the 2nd year in a row, Brivo took the honor for Best Integrated System, HSPD-12 and FIPS-201 Compliance at the 4th Annual Homeland Security Awards, sponsored by Government Security News. Brivo won with CloudPass, http://www.cloudpass.brivo.com/ an innovative solution designed to serve the unique needs of government for managing enterprise-wide physical access control systems (P...

Rosslare wins top 10 security brands in China award Rosslare Enterprises Ltd., a worldwide provider of professional Access Control, Intrusion, and Guard Patrol solutions, was awarded the "Top 10 Security Brands in China" by A&S magazine for its Access Control products. Rosslare offers a complete range of state-of-the-art solutions meeting nearly any access control challenge. We cover the full gamut of access control products including: networked multi-door controllers, st...

The Leadership 500 award recognises AlliedBarton’s leadership development program AlliedBarton Security Services, the industry’s premier provider of highly trained security personnel, has been named to the 2012 Leadership 500 by Leadership Excellence magazine in the large organisations category. The Leadership 500 award recognises AlliedBarton’s leadership development program. “We are honoured that our leadership program and practices are recognised wi...

IPP provides training, tools and on-going assistance to aid partners with their professional services HID Global®, a worldwide leader in secure identity solutions, recently named Axiad IDS as the first North American partner in its Identity Assurance Implementation Partner Program (IPP). Through the IPP, which provides training, tools and on-going assistance to aid partners with their Professional Services engagements, Axiad IDS is now certified to deploy all HID Global Id...

Honeywell has enhanced its lineup of mobile apps with the new release of the LYNX Touch iPad demo app in the US for its popular LYNX Touch 5100 self-contained wireless touchscreen security system. The app is available free of charge and can be downloaded right on the iPad from the Apple® iTunes Store—making it easy for security dealers to demonstrate the product’s features and ease of use to prospective customers.  The app provides an enhanced experience for iPad users than...

ADT has signed a sponsorship agreement, which recognises the company as the exclusive security provider of FAU athletics The Florida Atlantic University athletics department recently received a gift of $500,000 for its on-campus stadium from Boca Raton-based ADT. In appreciation, a large clock featuring the company’s iconic blue logo will be mounted on the exterior of FAU Stadium, which welcomes thousands of guests at football games and other events throughout the year....

The webinar, "Crafting a Local PR Strategy", will highlight a range of best practices for effective local PR strategy Linear LLC, the leader in residential and commercial access control, emergency response and security solutions, announces its third interactive webinar in the company’s dealer-focused lineup of online training and continuing education. The webinar, "Crafting a Local PR Strategy", will take place on Wednesday, December 5th, 2012 at 1:00 PM ET / 10:00 AM PS...

VidSys to showcase latest advancements in its PSIM software and hands-on PSIM software demonstration VidSys, a leading provider of Physical Security Information Management (PSIM) software, recently announced details of its participation at IFSEC & OSH Arabia 2012, taking place December 9-11, 2012 in Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. At IFSEC & OSH Arabia – one of the largest security, fire and safety events for the region attracting more than 2,500 professionals &...

Most ACaaS offerings are rack server and are not defined as true cloud due to the high costs with building private data centres The concept of access control as a service (ACaaS) takes on varying forms of definition which in itself has created confusion in the security industry. New research recently published by IMS Research (now part of IHS Inc., titled The North American and European Markets for Access Control as a Service (ACaaS) addresses this confusion by defining what c...

BSIA survey shows members are keen to raise awareness on career paths available within the security industry Research undertaken by the British Security Industry Association (BSIA) has revealed that BSIA members consider the security industry to be a viable career option for those with a disability. This follows a recent survey launched to gauge the industry’s perceptions of equality and diversity, coinciding with the International Day of Disabled People, which aspires t...

The new office will support GET Group’s passport and ID business with the federal government Global Enterprise Technologies Corp. (GET Group), a provider of cutting-edge passport and ID systems globally, recently announced the opening of its new office in Washington, D.C. The new location will support GET Group’s growing passport and ID business with the federal government, as well as provide technical support and sales contact convenience for government agencies a...

G4S Technology's GiroVend is the market leading brand for cashless payment solutions G4S Technology’s GiroVend, the market leading brand for cashless payment solutions, has joined forces with Fidelity Systems PLC, the leading supplier of Electronic Point of Sale (EPOS) touch screen terminals and software, to integrate their systems and develop an innovative complete cashless EPOS solution with back office functionality. Stewart Angell, UK Managing Director, G4S Technolo...

HID Global has provided OMNIKEY 5321 readers for use with Dell’s Mobile Clinical Computing solution HID Global, a worldwide leader in secure identity solutions, and Dell, announced recently that the two companies have combined their technologies to meet the growing needs of the healthcare industry. HID Global has provided OMNIKEY® 5321 readers for use with Dell’s Mobile Clinical Computing (MCC) solution, which offers greater security through a single authentica...

The site’s new design and fresh look offer expanded features and information for visitors Morse Watchmans, the industry’s leading provider of security management products that include state-of-the-art key management, guard tour and key ring systems, has recently completed a redesign of its website, www.morsewatchmans.com. The site’s new design and fresh look offer expanded features and information for visitors and a streamlined experience for technology partn...

Derek Watkins joins Opengear as Director of Sales for EMEA following record growth Opengear, a leading provider of critical infrastructure management solutions, has appointed Derek Watkins as its new Director of Sales for EMEA following record growth as organisations embrace smarter solutions to reduce overheads through remote management. Watkins brings a proven track record of over 25 years of sales management experience and joins Opengear following a Sales Director role at...