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The acquisition positions HID Global to serve emerging government and commercial markets HID Global®, a worldwide leader in secure identity solutions, recently announced it has acquired Codebench™, a leader in physical security identity management particularly for the government sector.  The acquisition brings together two award-winning, highly complementary offerings in validation software and solutions for government credentials, and will enable HID Global to...

INSIDE Secure, a leader in semiconductor and software solutions for securing transactions, content and digital identity, recently announced that Korea-based Telechips is integrating a host of INSIDE security solutions into its new family of set-top box processor chips. Telechips will add INSIDE DRM Fusion(TM) Agent solutions for HDCP and DTCP-IP and the SafeZone(TM) secure platform into its new TCC89XX multimedia application processors to help ensure secure boot up and end-to-end content protect...

The TBG will commence with "Designing fire safety into Talll Buildings whilst considering security" The Tall Buildings Group will be participating in the Counter Terror Expo Briefing Partners Programme with a series of sessions for senior professionals who own, manage, and design security and fire safety within tall buildings Tall buildings dominate the skyline of all the major cities in the world and present their own unique security risks. The world has drastically changed...

McKinney, an ASSA ABLOY Group company, announced the introduction of its two-knuckle Square Barrel hinge that combines a slim, crisp appearance with high-quality construction. “Our new Square Barrel hinge is perfect for architectural and designer applications where customers are looking for something that’s a little more distinctive,” said Dave Higginson, ASSA ABLOY. “It matches perfectly with decorative levers and trim sets from CORBIN RUSSWIN or SARGENT and square pull...

Honeywell recently announced the introduction of commercial-grade fire control panels with features from the company’s VISTA Turbo line to provide additional functionality and save security dealers money and installation time. These robust solutions have been designed to more easily integrate with access control and leading third-party systems, provide additional smart sensor functionality and more. The new VISTA Turbo Fire models—the VISTA-32FBPT, VISTA-128FBPT and VISTA-250FBPT&md...

Schneider Electric recently announced the release of its new Pelco™ by Schneider Electric Spectra™ High-definition (HD) 1080 dome positioning system, featuring a clearer image with stronger resolution without sacrificing low-light or programmable performance. The Spectra line has been a cornerstone of security applications for nearly 20 years, delivering unparalleled reliability, drive/control technology and image quality. Designed for security professionals who demand the very best...

The acquisition of Nexsan brings to Imation a proven technology platform and a robust portfolio of storage systems Imation Corp., a global scalable storage and data security company, has reached an important milestone in its strategic transformation. Imation recently announced that it has acquired privately held Nexsan® Corporation, a Thousand Oaks, Calif.-based provider of disk-based storage systems. As the Company continues to execute its strategy, Imation is leveraging...

Talk-A-Phone, the industry leader in emergency communications, area of refuge and mass notification systems, recently announced the integration of its VOIP-500 series phone / WEBS® Paging Module with the Rave SafeCampus suite from Rave Mobile Safety, the trusted software partner for campus safety. The combined solution provides higher education institutions with a single point-of-control for managing emergency notifications across all modes of communication and types of devices, including VO...

The Universal Stopper® (STI-13300NC) is a clear cover with an enclosed flush backbox.  It offers excellent protection against physical damage (both accidental and intentional), dust and grime as well as severe environments inside and out (Type rating pending). This indoor/outdoor cover fits over wall mounted electrical boxes and helps seal against damp or dirty locations. It is also useful when mounting on an uneven surface.  Other mounting options for the cover include surface or...

Besides IT security, fire safety and access security scores highly on the scale of business continuity Twenty percent of companies employing more than 1000 people do not have a plan that ensures the continuity of the business after a disaster. Among companies with ten or fewer employees this figure rises to 80 percent. These are the findings of a representative survey by Siemens Nederland. It is noteworthy here that almost 60% of these same large companies believe they should...

The awards program recognises how qualifying SECURE+ members  are making customers' lives safer The Electronic Security Association (ESA) recently announced its call for SECURE+ Award entries. Entries were accepted until Dec. 14, 2012 and were open to SECURE+ member companies. The awards will demonstrate how security systems with enhanced features have helped customers protect, control and connect their homes, families and businesses. The awards program recognises real-l...

The latest release of IndigoVision’s award winning security management solution sees it becoming the security industry’s first end-to-end solution to deliver evidential video that can be guaranteed tamper free.  “Not many people are aware of the fact that video evidence can be easily tampered, when in an IP CCTV environment.” said John Semple, IndigoVision’s Head of Product Management. “By working closely with our customers, we have developed an end-to-e...

Dewaine is responsible for sales of all PESA product lines to territories outside the United States and Canada PESA, a leading U.S.-based custom design and build manufacturing company for professional audio and video signal distribution, recently announced that Dewaine McClellan joined the company on Nov. 5 as international sales manager. He is responsible for sales of all PESA product lines to territories outside the United States and Canada. McClellan has built his sales ca...

Version 2.2 of Moxa MXview provides new support for PoE device visualization and third-party device management, along with device availability and inventory reporting capabilities. These functions are expected to strengthen MXview's value proposition as a comprehensive monitoring, diagnostics and management platform for converged automation networks. Moxa is offering a fully functional unlimited-time 20-node trial version of MXview for download on its corporate website, www.moxa.com.   Enh...

MRL offers 50 to 75 percent more energy efficiency and also removes the need to construct a machine room Sales of machine-room-less (MRL) elevators in the Americas exceed hydraulic elevators by over $160 million in 2012 with revenues of $1.4 billion, according to a recent study published by IMS Research (now part of IHS Inc.), titled The World Market for Elevators and Escalators. “MRL is just now surpassing hydraulic as the primary elevator mechanism in the Americas for...

3VR is a leading intelligent video surveillance company and its proprietary CrimeDex solution can be an effective tool for banks to find skimmers quickly, particularly if the platform is integrated within a financial fraud detection system. 3VR’s CrimeDex can play an important role in all fraud detection, not just ATM skimming. CrimeDex is an online network database of economic crime information that includes shoplifting, organized retail crime, and other white-collar crimes. It allows la...

The new facilities will house Dallmeier’s entire west coast staff, its warehousing operations and sales Dallmeier electronic USA, Inc. announces the opening of its new Las Vegas facilities. Headquartered in Fort Lauderdale Florida, Dallmeier has made a significant investment expanding its operations to Las Vegas. The new facilities will house Dallmeier’s entire west coast staff, its warehousing operations, sales, service, training and logistics. “We are very...

The new test system ‘Spectro TP’ – which has been qualified by GlobalPlat-form – advances interoperability in the Smart Card market. The all-interface Smart Card Conformance Test Platform will support operators as well as card and chip manufacturers in successfully marketing secure Smart Card solutions and services. Conformance testing for mobile terminals as a way of avoiding interoperability problems between terminals and cards in the field has been known for a long ti...

AMAG Technology, an access control, IP video and intrusion detection (IDS) solution provider, announces Certified Partner Exacq Technologies, Inc. has recertified its exacqVision NVR 5.0 with AMAG’s Symmetry v7.0.1 Security Management System, which combines the latest generation of video management software with feature-rich access control.  The integration is only supported on servers running the exacqVision Enterprise VMS.  Both AMAG and Exacq cooperatively tested and certified...

Heat, light, power, water and communications are crucial to each and every one of us CNL Software, a world leader in Physical Security Information Management (PSIM) software, is pleased to announce that it has formed a technology partnership with Becatech Systems, a global leader in the provision of services and solutions for the protection of Critical National Infrastructure (CNI), private estates and the Military and Peace Keeping Forces. With over 20 years of experience d...

The latest release of IndigoVision’s award winning security management solution sees it becoming the security industry’s first end-to-end solution to deliver evidential video that can be guaranteed tamper free. "Not many people are aware of the fact that video evidence can be easily tampered, when in an IP CCTV environment." said John Semple, IndigoVision’s Head of Product Management. “By working closely with our customers, we have developed an end-to-end solution that i...

Videx, Inc., announced a new version of the CyberKey Vault 20, the CyberKey Vault 20 FX. The redesign features a sleek new look with weatherized input modules and an embedded Flex System Hub for improved performance, all offered at a new, lower price. “The CyberKey Vault 20 FX is our most advanced key control cabinet yet,” said James McGowan, VP of Sales and Marketing at Videx. “We built on the award winning original design and added extra durability and speed to meet the need...

HID also received the award for “Outstanding Access Control Brand” in the 2012 China Intelligent Building Brand competition HID Global®, a worldwide leader in secure identity solutions, recently announced that HID Global has been selected as China’s “Top 10 Access Control Brands for 2012” for the ninth consecutive year by A&S China, a leading security publication in the region.  The company also received the award for “Outstandi...

Dennis Raefield has a long and distinguished career in the access control and security industry Viscount Systems Inc. (VSYS) a high technology supplier of security systems and software, recently announced the addition of Dennis Raefield as its Chief Operating Officer. Dennis Raefield has a long and distinguished career in the access control and security industry. Mr. Raefield was President of Honeywell Access Systems, a $100M+ division of Honeywell International, which manufa...

Software House, part of Tyco Security Products, has integrated its C•CURE 9000 security and event management system with Deister Electronics’ key and asset management control system, proxSafe. The interface with proxSafe helps take security beyond the door and into the arena of key cabinets, weapons lockers, radio lockers and other asset storage solutions, where misplaced keys and other assets can result in significant monetary and security costs to organisations. It enables users to...

Diego Lozano has more than 10 years of experience in the CCTV industry XTS is proud to welcome Diego Lozano as the newest addition to its staff. Mr. Lozano will take over the duties as Sales Director for Mexico, Caribbean, Brazil and Southern Region. As an Industrial Engineer he brings to XTS more than 10 years of experience in CCTV industry, in addition during his more than 25 years of endeavours he has gained knowledge in finance, production, marketing and sales analytical....

Brian to cover Florida region, Jason will handle South Central U.S. region and Benjamin Kallas Central Plains region Samsung Techwin America, a global supplier of video surveillance and security products delivering superior performance and value, announces the appointment Brian R. Beird, Jason Boyd and Benjamin Kallas as Regional Sales Managers. Brian R. Beird will cover the Florida region. He comes to Samsung from Johnson Controls, where he was security and fire branch accou...

The IPP is an exclusive certification program for partners that provide best in class professional services HID Global®, a worldwide leader in secure identity solutions, recently announced it has accredited Cygate, a leading Swedish IT infrastructure integration company as the first Northern European implementation partner in its Identity Assurance Implementation Partner Program (IPP). The Implementation Partner Program is an exclusive certification program for partners th...

IMS Research is forecasting C&V sales to grow by 5.3 percent to $561.7 million through year end In its latest study of the $2.6 billion market for explosives, weapons and contraband (EWC) detection equipment, IMS Research, now part of IHS Inc., found recent political and economic events are causing extreme volatility in demand for cargo and vehicle (C&V) scanning equipment at the world’s ports and borders. IMS Research estimates C&V sales to North America al...

Moxa provides Northrop Grumman with industrial communication and computing hardware Moxa Americas Inc., a prominent manufacturer of highly reliable industrial communication equipment, has been presented with the 2012 Supplier Excellence Award from Northrop Grumman Information Systems. The highly coveted award is issued by Northrop Grumman every year to recognize a select number of suppliers according to Northrop's standards of technical performance, mission assurance, financia...