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Leading lone worker solution provider, Connexion2, has announced that with immediate effect its updated Identicom mobile application is now free to download from the Google Play Store and the Apple App Store for Android and iPhone users. The Lone Worker application, which has been recently updated for 2013 to include a host of new features, retains its "Secured by Design" award from ACPO (Association of Chief Police Officers) and its BS8484 accreditation when supplied as part of a SoloProtect so...

The Romanian video market more than doubled in size to $12.6 million in 2012 The growth of the Croatian video surveillance equipment market is expected to accelerate following its membership of the European Union earlier this month. This follows large expansions in the Romanian and Bulgarian video surveillance equipment markets since their accession in 2007. The Romanian market has benefited from generous E.U. funding, which has driven the growth in infrastructure and city su...

The accreditations validate the quality standards of Reflex Systems’ security and fire safety solutions Reflex Systems, the specialist provider of integrated security and fire life safety systems, is pleased to announce it has secured two Gold accreditations from NSI (National Security Inspectorate) and BAFE (British Approvals for Fire and Equipment). The accreditations validate what Reflex Systems already does – delivering the very highest quality standards to cu...

With the new slogan "THE ID NETWORK", LEGIC emphasises the advantages of the partner network for its customers With its newly updated website, LEGIC Identsystems launches its new identity. The company takes into account the increasingly important software and services offer and strengthens the role of its partner network. The new LEGIC company website went live on 31st May. It illustrates the strategic decisions of recent years and helps the company to further establish its p...

certgate demonstrated how on-demand authorisations for access control can be granted and withdrawn certgate, the security innovator from Nuremberg, presented the new OTA (over-the-air) configuration technology during the 11th vps/Nexus customer day in Ettlingen. This enables NFC authorisations to be managed online on any smartphone. vps ID Systeme GmbH, software producer of professional IT solutions for identity management, staged its 11th customer day on 13 and 14 June 2013...

Over 90% of global Fortune 500 finance organisations count on Verint solutions to enhance security Verint Systems Inc. recently announced that it is further expanding its customer footprint in the financial services sector as institutions around the world continue to deploy its Actionable Intelligence Solutions to improve enterprise performance and make the world a safer place. Verint brings a wealth of technology innovation and experience to the broad-reaching financial serv...

Delta Scientific recently announced that a crash test of its new DSC720-1M bollards, created to stop taller trucks such as those found in Europe and the Mideast from tumbling over anti-terrorist crash-proof bollards, stopped a 15,000 pound (66.7 Km) flatbed truck impacting at 50 miles per hour (80 kph) with only a 0.5 meter penetration of the vehicle, creating an M50, P1 ASTM rating. The bollards caused severe damage to the engine and drive train. “This is the type of stopping power custo...

The Air Zone programme will feature a series of presentations from the RAF The organisers of Defence and Security Equipment International (DSEI) are set to welcome the largest Royal Air Force (RAF) presence to ExCeL London from 9-13 September. Following a series of innovative additions to the show floor in recent years, the event's aerospace component has witnessed exponential growth. Recognising this success, in an unprecedented move the RAF will deploy a sizeable contingent...

The guide helps to identify stolen goods and highlights the benefits of UV equipment Jewellers and pawnbrokers are running the risk of prosecution by failing to properly check second-hand items, according to members of the British Security Industry Association’s Asset and Property Marking Section, whose new guide, "Spotting Stolen Goods: A Guide for Jewellers and Pawnbrokers" is published this week. Watches, laptops, mobile phones and jewellery are among the most common...

ISNR is one of the key milestones on the calendar of events in safety and security in the MENA region The Organising Committee of the International Exhibition for Security and National Resilience (ISNR Abu Dhabi 2014), the integrated platform that addresses security issues under one umbrella, recently announced the event will host an ‘International Conference on Security Challenges (ICSC)’ on 31 March, 2014, in Abu Dhabi. ISNR Abu Dhabi 2014, organised by the Mini...

Richard Parnell of Total Security Protection based in Watford won the competition Mayflex, the cabling infrastructure, networking and electronic security solutions distributor, ran a competition from 1st February to 30th April to encourage customers, particularly those new to IP Security from Mayflex, to place orders for their range of IP based electronic security products, with the winner receiving a 3D HD bundle. Mayflex is at the forefront of the distribution of innovative...

Quantum Secure's software products address challenges with best practice processes that reduce costs and risks Quantum Secure announces that they have been added to the GSA Approved Products List (APL) in the Caching Status Proxy Category. As Quantum Secure is certified in the category with no restrictions, federal agencies choosing their SAFE for PIV Credential product will get a complete FIPS 201compliant solution within the category. “Physical security and identity m...

At Cisco Live, Cisco’s annual IT and communications conference, Opengear (www.opengear.com), a leading provider of critical infrastructure management solutions through advanced console servers, remote management, monitoring, and cellular out-of-band products, announced the launch of the Opengear IM7200, now the most powerful infrastructure management solution available in today’s market. The brand new product family zeroes in on improving business continuity and resilience through th...

Regent Security training and contracts Manager Allen Foster collected the award on behalf of the company Regent Samsic’s Security Division is basking in a golden glow after the Coventry-based national contractor had its approach to occupational safety and health recognised with the presentation of a Gold Award at the recent RoSPA Occupational Health and Safety Awards. Regent Security Training and Contracts Manager Allen Foster, collected the award on behalf of the compa...

Jot Engelbrecht will take over the day-to-day management and overall responsibility of the business UK security company Octavian has announced that Jot Engelbrecht, who joined the business ten years ago as a security officer, has been appointed UK Managing Director. Jot, who has worked alongside owner Sukhi Ghuman since 2003, will now take over the day-to-day management and overall responsibility for the business, and will continue to maintain and build on the company’s...

By supporting hard drives, ASUSTOR is able to give its users choice when configuring network attached storage devices ASUSTOR Inc., a leading innovator and provider of network storage solutions, has announced that all of its NAS products are fully compatible with Seagate’s newly launched range of NAS hard drives. These hard drives come in 2TB, 3TB and 4TB models with their model numbers being ST2000VN000, ST3000VN000 and ST4000VN000. By supporting these hard drives, ASUS...

Security Institute is delighted to have two of its members, plus a member of its Advisory Board , honoured at the award The Security Institute is delighted to have two of its members plus a member of its Advisory Board honoured at this year’s Association of Security Consultant’s (ASC) Imbert awards at a luncheon on the 13 June, in the presence of ASC chairman Allan Hildage, and two of the ASC Patrons, awards founder, Lord Peter Imbert and Lord James Bethell. ...

Kirk will oversee marketing activities and strategically plan for new growth opportunities Matrix Systems, an access control and security solutions provider with a reputation built on service and long-term customer relationships, has appointed Kirk Newell to the newly created role of Demand Generation Manager. In this capacity, Newell will oversee outbound and inbound marketing activities, and strategically plan for new growth opportunities to better support the sales team...

The MIPS Forum featured a range of business events to discuss current security topics, learn about global best practice The 19th Moscow International Protection, Security and Fire Safety Exhibition took place on 15-18 April 2013, Pavilion 75 of VVC in Moscow, Russia. The MIPS 2013 exhibition space grew by over 10% to reach 11,581 sqm, and 491 companies from 26 countries presented their developments. The share of international companies increased considerably this year, and 20...

Moxa, a provider of hardened networking, communication and computing solutions, recently announced the new ISD-1000 Series of data line surge protectors engineered to guard data and hardware from harmful transient energies resulting from the "switching" of nearby equipment.  "We've been hearing from the market that surges continue to disrupt plant operations," said Paul Wacker, Product Marketing Manager for Moxa. "Responding to market demand, we've introduced our latest data line surge pro...

Ricochet mesh technology has proved to be reliable and offers a greater range than any comparable wireless system Texecom's Ricochet mesh technology has been nominated for a PSI Premier Award - Intruder Alarm Product. The PSI Premier Awards are special because professional security installers, the most important people when it comes to product selection and system design, decide on the most deserving nominations. Ricochet mesh technology has proved to be more reliable, easie...

The guidance intends to help Security Managers and Security Duty Managers to develop and maintain a motivated workforce The British Security Industry Association (BSIA) has welcomed the publication of updated guidance on guard force motivation, published recently by the Centre for the Protection of National Infrastructure (CPNI). Entitled ‘Motivation within the Security Industry’, this is the third edition of the interactive guidance product, which intends to help...

CSD will be offering the complete range of Hikvision’s products and solutions to the Australian market Hikvision, the global leader of video surveillance products and solutions, is pleased to announce the appointment of Central Security Distribution (CSD) as its authorised distributor for the Australian market. From now on, CSD will be offering the complete range of Hikvision’s products and solutions to the market. “CSD is renowned for its strong focus on cu...

Training Providers Section of BSIA will provide the basic training requirements for those wishing to work in security A recent survey of British Security Industry Association (BSIA) members has revealed that the private security industry can be an ideal career path for ex-armed forces personnel, with 88.2% of respondents confirming that they already have, or have had, ex-armed forces personnel working within their organisation. The private security sector is an exciting and g...

The event will feature educational presentations and the latest IP security products IP UserGroup Latin America will host the next security technology event IP-in-Action LIVE, the event will take place in Guadalajara - Mexico on Thursday, September 12 2013. Date: Thursday, September 12 2013 Time: 8.30am - 6pm Venue: Fiesta Americana Guadalajara Hotel Address: Av. Aurelio Aveces No. 225, Vallarta Poniente, C.P 44110, Guadalajara, México Located in the economic and f...

The seminar will take place at the U.S. Bank Plaza, 220 S. 6th Street, Minneapolis, MN AlliedBarton Security Services, the industry’s premier provider of highly trained security personnel, and HR Plus, a leading provider of comprehensive solutions for employment and background screening, will host a free workplace violence prevention seminar on Wednesday, July 24, 2013, from 7:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. The seminar will take place at the U.S. Bank Plaza, 220 S. 6th Street, Mi...

AlliedBarton is sponsoring the "Winners Circle" at IACLEA 2013 to facilitate dialogue concerning campus safety AlliedBarton Security Services, www.AlliedBarton.com, the industry's premier provider of highly trained security personnel, will "pay it forward" at the 2013 International Association of Campus Law Enforcement Administrators (IACLEA) conference by donating trade show furniture and accessories to the Backside Learning Center at Churchill Downs. Backside Learning Center...

The training courses cover a diverse range of subjects including CCTV, IP & networks, intruder, access control products A new purpose built training centre in Granville is providing installers, operators, managers and designers of electronic security systems with a wide range of Tavcom accredited training courses which cover a diverse range of subjects including CCTV, IP & networks, control room, intruder, electro-technical and access control products and technologies....

ComNet, Communication Networks of Danbury, Connecticut, a USA-based manufacturer of fiber optic transmission and networking equipment, is introducing a video encoder/decoder designed for those applications where temperature extremes, vibration, shock, voltage transients, and humidity with condensation are present. The all-new CNVETX1 video encoder/decoder is industrially hardened for use in the most extreme operating environments. The CNVETX1 is a single channel video encoder or decoder. It acc...

Organised by UBM Live, the security awards are designed to honour the best professionals, projects, and processes The nomination process for the 2013 Security Excellence Awards, organised by UBM Live, is now open. Celebrating its 15th year in 2013, this highly prestigious industry awards scheme is specifically designed to commend and honour the very best professionals, projects and processes which both the UK and international security sectors have to offer. There’s a...