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G4S to give away iPad 2 to 10 attendees at ASIS this September

At ASIS, G4S will be showcasing its new business model for integrated security solutionsG4S Secure Solutions, a global provider of comprehensive security solutions combining technology, manpower and innovation, will give away the new iPad 2 to 10 attendees at the ASIS show this September in Orlando. Winners will be drawn from attendees who pick up iPad entry cards at the G4S booth and get them stamped by G4S security officers at the show.To win an iPad 2, attendees must have their entry cards s...

Security Institute and Perpetuity Training launch new award-winning e-learning platform

  The two Security Management courses are a BTEC Level 3 Advanced Certificate and a BTEC Level 5 Diploma The award-winning distance learning programme for security professionals developed by the Security Institute in conjunction with Perpetuity Training aims to provide:An opportunity to learn security management skills and knowledge that is rooted in academic theoryFlexible learningAcademic certificationMembership of a professional security body (SyI)The two Security Management co...

Axis Security opens new National Communications Centre for efficient delivery of its security services across the UK

 The new combined Control and RVR Centre will enhance Axis Security's services to its clients Axis Security, a leading provider of bespoke security systems and manned guarding services, has opened a new National Communications Centre to support the delivery of essential security services for the whole of its business throughout the UK.The new facility, in Manvers, South Yorkshire, effectively brings together two separate capabilities - the manned guarding control room and the remote vi...

Open Security Exchange names Ron Martin as Executive Director

  Open Security Exchange was created to address the lack of integration between various components of the security infrastructure The Open Security Exchange announced the appointment of Ron Martin, CPP as Executive Director.  In this role, Mr. Martin will lead the § 501(c)(3) not-for-profit association of security experts that provides a forum for security firms, consultants, end-users, government agencies, manufacturers, system integrators and allied organisations to mutuall...

Q1 Labs’ QRadar Security Intelligence Platform has over 100 critical infrastructure customers worldwide

  Q1 Labs works closely with customers to enhance their security postures to help combat outside and insider threatsQ1 Labs, the global provider of total security intelligence solutions, announced it has more than 100 energy and utility customers worldwide using the QRadar Security Intelligence Platform to monitor and secure their critical infrastructures. Key attributes of the QRadar Security Intelligence Platform, optimised for Critical Infrastructure entities, include: Industry-lead...

Gareth Storey from Reliance High Tech is the new Director of c-hq

 Gareth Storey joins c-hq security services as new DirectorGareth Storey has joined Sussex-based c-hq security services as a Director. c-hq are a security technology and resilience consultancy specialising in custodial, CNI, defence and aviation projects. Gareth will be developing the contract management capabilities of the business. One of the biggest areas of growth is the management of COMT (commissioning, operation, maintenance and training.)Gareth is an electrical engineer by professi...

Bosch staff complete charity walk across locations in London installed with Bosch security equipment

  The charity walk's theme was a 'monopoly' route that covered various locations equipped with Bosch security equipment Staff at Bosch Security Systems completed a 20 mile sponsored walk around London on Saturday 11th June in support of Children In Need. The theme of the charity walk was a ‘monopoly' route that visited various locations around the city of London at which Bosch security equipment is installed, including four of the main train stations. It was estimated that the wa...

Gallagher Group discusses upcoming products and business plans at future-focused event

  Gallagher Group organises future-focused trainingNew Zealand company Gallagher Group was a hive of activity recently as they hosted technical account managers from around the world. The week-long TAM conference in Hamilton was a future-focused event for the staff in the market to gather at the head office and discuss upcoming products and plans for the direction of business for Gallagher. The technical account managers got valuable face to face time with product managers as...

Surveillance technology improved thanks to CBC and Vizsec partnership

  CBC and Vizsec join forces to protect industrial estate World leading surveillance systems manufacturer CBC (Europe) has partnered with Visual Security Systems (Vizsec) to significantly improve protection at an industrial estate in north-east England. The new CCTV technology installed has played a major role in strengthening security at Cowpen Lane Industrial Estate in Billingham, one of several such estates on Teesside. Cleveland-based Vizsec has deployed CBC's Ganz C-AllV...

IPSA supports Bill Butler’s statement on new security industry regulation

 IPSA supports Bill Butler for concern on new regulatory regime for the security industryThe International Professional Security Association voiced its complete support for Bill Butler and the SIA following his statement concerning the new regulatory regime for the security industry.An IPSA spokesman said: "IPSA has lead from the front on this, being the first industry body to engage with every single MP in support of the SIA, and subsequently working with our colleagues in the industr...

eneo introduces new plug and play bullet camera VKC-13100/IR-2810

With the VKC-13100/IR-2810 eneo is expanding its range of bullet cameras by a compact model (further versions in this housing are currently in preparation). 650 TV lines horizontal resolution, switchable IR cut filter for full day/night operability and 40 integrated 850 nm LEDs with a maximum illumination range of 50 metres are among the major features of this series. The housing has an IP68 protection rating allowing full operational use in adverse weather conditions. Extremely practical: f...

SALTO Systems achieves environmental excellence with ISO 14001 certification

  SALTO is now  ISO 14001 certified company with more market credibility By meeting the ISO 14001 standard, SALTO Systems is able to demonstrate its commitment to achieving both legal and regulatory compliance whilst presenting itself as a forward thinking, environmentally aware business. ISO 14001, which is an internationally accepted standard, exists to address the balance between maintaining profitability whilst reducing environmental impact.Javier Roquero, Managing Dir...

D-Link launches Fast Ethernet Web Smart DES-1210 series

D-Link has recently announced a further addition to its growing range of Smart switches with the launch of its Fast Ethernet Web Smart DES-1210 series. The DES-1210-08P and DES-1210-28P provide ‘Power over Ethernet' (PoE) functionality and management capability and are ideal for small and medium businesses looking to construct a secure and productive network environment at an affordable price. The Web Smart switches enable small businesses to increase performance across their network a...

Cassidian wins contract for Swiss Army soldier modernisation programme

 Cassidian Warrior21™ delivers significant capability enhancement, future viability and modularity in the infantry sector Cassidian has won a contract from the Swiss defence procurement authority Armasuisse for the advanced production engineering of the IMESS programme (Integrated and Modular Engagement System for the Swiss Soldier). The volume of this order is in excess of 20 million Swiss francs. Switzerland expects Cassidian Warrior21™ product to deliver significant capabilit...

CASSIDIAN and its partners test indoor location system of first responders

  Cassidian, and its partners are engaged in the Research & Technology project DemolocCassidian and its partners 3D Plus, CEA-Leti and the emergency-response service for the Rhone region SDIS (Service departemental d'incendie et de secours) are engaged in the Research & Technology project Demoloc, in which they are currently evaluating the potential use of inertial sensors for attitude monitoring and radio triangulation for indoor location. One of the critical aspects of fire-f...

Khalifa University Opens Cyber Operations Centre of Excellence in collaboration with Cassidian and Emiraje Systems

Khalifa University, Cassidian and Emiraje Systems have established the Cyber Operations Centre of ExcellenceUniversity, Cassidian and Emiraje Systems L.L.C. recently established the Cyber Operations Centre of Excellence. The new centre will be located at Khalifa University. The establishment of the Cyber Operations Centre of Excellence follows on from an agreement signed in 2010. As part of the agreement, Cassidian and Emiraje Systems committed to providing resources and equipment...

Q1 Labs accelerates its EMEA expansion strategy

 Q1 Labs has opened new regional offices in Paris, Milan , Amsterdam and Copenhagen to boost its market Q1 Labs, the global provider of total security intelligence solutions, announced details of the progress of its EMEA expansion strategy, which has tripled the number of certified partners and added new regional distribution agreements supported by robust deal registration processes.Over the last year, Q1 Labs has increased its European headcount from 6 people to 32, and launched new reg...

CNL Software and Barco form technology partnership

 CNL Software and Barco jointly provide a solution for one of the largest police forces in the UKCNL Software, a world leader in Physical Security Information Management (PSIM) software, announces it has integrated with the MatrixPRO 8x8 DVI router by Barco, a global technology company that designs and develops visualisation solutions.The integration strengthens the on-going technology partnership between the two companies, who are currently jointly providing a solution for one of the lar...

SIA to host Airport Security keynote lunch at Government summit 2011

 SIA Government Summit will witness airport security keynote lunch aimed for security professionals from the industry The Security Industry Association (SIA) will host the Airport Security Keynote Lunch at the Government Summit, from 12:30 p.m. on Tuesday, June 21st at the Phoenix Park Hotel in Washington, D.C.Scott Broyles, President and CEO, Safe Skies Alliance, will discuss ways manufacturers and integrators can participate in the Aviation Security System Integrated Support Test...

Undersea Defence Technology (UDT) 2011 creates success

  UDT 2011 was visited by large number of delegtes from 47 countries An innovative approach to both the conference and the exhibition paid dividends for Undersea Defence Technology (UDT) 2011, which took place at ExCeL London from 7 - 9 June. The conference was attended by over 240 delegates from 47 countries with the plenary session attracting a full house for the keynote address by Rear Admiral Amjad Hussain, Director (Precision Attack) and Controller of the British Royal Navy. Also...

AVCIS reveals car crime statistics ahead of Car Awareness Week

AVCIS revealed that almost 9000 cars have been stolen in the beginning of 2011Almost 9,000 vehicles across the UK were stolen in just 36 days at the beginning of 2011, equating to one stolen every six minutes, reports the Association of Chief Police Officers Vehicle Crime Intelligence Service (AVCIS).The statistics have been revealed ahead of AVCIS' Car Crime Awareness Week, which takes place on 13-19 June 2011. The initiative aims to raise the public's awareness of vehicle crime method...

ComNet Introduces ComWorx™ VL

ComNet Europe Ltd of Leeds in the United Kingdom, a leading manufacturer of fibre optic transmission and networking equipment, has now introduced the ComWorx™ VL - Value Line to satisfy the demand for a cost-effective line of Ethernet transmission products. This line consists of: Managed Ethernet switches Ethernet media converters Ethernet media converters with 60W PoE Ethernet over coaxial cable media converters Ethernet over unshielded twisted pair (UTP) Managed switches for Gbit a...

Barix crosses 100,000 sales milestone

 Barix surpassed the 100,000 device threshold for sales as part of a highly successful 2010Barix AG, a pioneer in IP audio, monitoring, control and automation, announces it surpassed the 100,000 device threshold for sales as part of a highly successful 2010 that also saw major project wins and double-digit growth."2010 was a huge success for Barix," said Johannes G. Rietschel, CEO and Founder of Barix AG. "We passed a major sales milestone and experienced a substantial revenu...

Cortech to launch Datalog 5 security management suite at roadshows

 Cortech Developments is hosting a series of roadshows to evaluate the latest integrated building, fire and security control technology Presenting Datalog 5 for Windows 7, leading software developer of Integrated Building, Fire & Security Management Solutions - Cortech Developments - is hosting a series of Roadshows over the next month. The Roadshow venues and dates are:Scotland - June 14 at Hampden Park - Glasgow North West - June 22 and 23 at Cortech's HQ offices - Knutsford South -...

CASSIDIAN improves performance of air traffic control radars

Cassidian's solution eliminates interference caused by wind turbines to air traffic control radarsCassidian, the defence and security division of EADS, has developed a technical solution to largely eliminate interference to air traffic control radars caused by wind turbines. This means that the guidance of aircraft in the vicinity of wind parks can be significantly improved, while at the same time making the approval of wind parks easier. Wind turbines generate radar interference signa...

SIA calls for presentations issued for ISC West 2012

SIA is welcoming interested security professionals to submit proposal for presentations at the ISC West 2012The Security Industry Association is inviting interested security professionals to submit a proposal to join the ranks of highly-regarded subject matter experts who provide educational presentations at the security industry's top trade show and educational conference, ISC West 2012. The ISC Education Advisory Board is looking for high-quality, commercial-free and timely content t...

ASSA ABLOY celebrates APERIO™ award win with global partners

  ASSA ABLOY's Aperio™ enables OEM and security installer specialists to offer a cost effective and simple security The award winning Aperio™ technology from ASSA ABLOY, enables OEM and security installer specialists to offer a cost effective and simple security upgrade via a wireless integration of mechanical locks into existing access control systems or for new installations, as part of a hybrid EAC system.Ideal for Facility or Security Managers experienci...

Security can cut costs and reduce environmental footprint, says BSIA

BSIA suggests businesses that security measures can indeed be sustainable at the same time as providing considerable cost savingsWith World Environment Day and Recycle Week taking place respectively on the 5th and the 20th to 26th of June, this is set to become the most environmental month of the year. The British Security Industry Association (BSIA) is therefore reminding businesses that security measures can indeed be sustainable whilst still providing considerable cost savings. Thanks...

Corps Security lends support to Commando Spirit Appeal

Corps Security intends to support the Commando Spirit Appeal on behalf of the Royal MarinesCorps Security has announced its intention to support the Commando Spirit Appeal on behalf of the Royal Marines Charitable Trust Fund (RMCTF) and raise £45,000 over the next three years.As one of the leading armed forces charities, RMCTF works to support those wounded and injured, as well as those still serving, by funding decompression activities, homecoming events and memorials. It also provides t...

Sepura adds safe products to market leading range of terminals

 TETRA Intrinsically-Safe radio and is designed to meet the newly-clarified and demanding ATEX and IECEx tests Sepura used Tetra World Congress 2011 in Budapest to announce the addition of Intrinsically-Safe products to its already market-leading range of TETRA radios. The launch strengthened still further Sepura's leadership of the global TETRA terminals market and extends its reach into hazardous "Gas and Dust" sectors, such as fire, oil and gas exploration and opencast min...