Access control applications

Flir Si2-series acoustic cameras in wind energy

Acoustic imaging offers a powerful early warning solution, enabling operators to detect issues before they escalate and keep turbines running efficiently. For any government, sourcing energy involves complex decisions that extend beyond logistics, finance, and environmental considerations to include geopolitical factors. While all of these elements have influenced the rapid expansion of wind turbines worldwide, environmental and geopolitical concerns have been particularly instrumental in drivi...

Colt unveils 2026 technology and security trends

Colt Technology Services (Colt), the global digital infrastructure company, released the key enterprise technology and market trends it expects to dominate the CIO agenda in 2026.   Based on customer insights, market intelligence and its own proprietary research, Colt anticipates AI Inference, the evolution of NaaS to ‘NaaS 2.0’ and quantum-safe security to shape the technology landscape over the next 12 months. Ever-changing regulatory environment “CIOs will conti...

Secure patented key control at Dartmoor Zoo

Set in 33 hectares of woodland on the edge of Dartmoor National Park, the zoo is home to an impressive variety of exotic and native animals, including Amur tigers, African lions, and Amur leopards. New patented master key system On-site challenges before the introduction of the new patented master key system. Before implementing the new master key system, the zoo faced the challenge of ensuring secure and efficient access control to sensitive areas, particularly enclosures with potentially dan...

ROSA and SARA: Transforming venue security practices

Artificial Intelligence Technology Solutions, Inc., a pioneer in AI-driven security and productivity solutions, along with its wholly owned subsidiary, Robotic Assistance Devices, Inc. (RAD), announced that it has received an order for ten ROSA™ units bundled with ten SARA™ (Speaking Autonomous Responsive Agent) licences for deployment inside a major sports venue in the United States. The new installations will support the arena’s security team with enhance...

Gunnebo & Queenstown airport: Enhanced passenger security

Gunnebo Entrance Control has partnered with Queenstown Airport (ZQN) and Custom Technology Systems Ltd to elevate the domestic departure experience, providing greater convenience and security for passengers. Queenstown Airport, a key gateway to New Zealand’s South Island and the country’s fourth-busiest airport, has evolved continuously since opening in 1935. Now serving more than 2.6 million passengers each year, it connects major domestic destinations and east coast Australia, dri...

VIVOTEK's AI education security solutions in Taiwan

In recent years, campus safety and student mental health have drawn growing attention. Government data in Taiwan show a rise in emotional and stress-related issues among students aged 15–24. Unauthorised attempts to enter campuses still occur, unsettling students and staff. Strengthening security management and proactive alerting has therefore become a priority for schools. To address risks such as expansive campuses, multiple entry points, blind spots, and potential intrusions, VIV...

Stratas' secure data solution with Node4's VDC

Stratas is a UK-based specialist in document automation, finance automation, and intelligent document processing (IDP). Its solutions help organisations automate processes underpinned by documents and improve control across finance and operations.   Stratas needed a new, secure, and scalable data storage solution after notification that its remote storage provider planned to discontinue services. Richard Webb, the company’s Professional Services Te...

Panda Express: Business intelligence with 3xLOGIC

3xLOGIC, Inc., a major provider of integrated, intelligent security solutions, and a three-time Deloitte Technology Fast 500 winner, announced that Panda Restaurant Group, Inc. (parent of Panda Express, Panda Inn, and Hibachi-San) has completed deployment of 3xLOGIC’s VIGIL Trends Business Intelligence software to all of its North American locations.  Interface Security Systems, headquartered in St. Louis, Missouri, is the integrator and overall project manager for this ambitious end...

Latitude system elevates Grosvenor Street security

When major fire and security specialists Cornerstone were appointed to deliver the life safety systems for the refurbishment of 77 Grosvenor Street, they faced a unique challenge.   Located in the heart of London’s Mayfair district, the prestigious building features classical architecture and over 50,000 square feet of premium open-plan office space spread across six floors. The goal was to upgrade the fire protection without compromising the building’s refined aesthetics....

ASSA ABLOY secures Düsseldorf stadium

With a capacity of 66,500 spectators, the MERKUR SPIEL-ARENA is the largest multi-purpose venue in Düsseldorf and home to the city’s main football team, Fortuna. Regular and constantly changing major events, both matches and concerts, present an ever-evolving security and access challenge. Stadium managers D.LIVE sought a secure, reliable replacement for their mechanical master key system; comprehensive, flexible security which would no longer create the problems and inconvenience of...

BNY's mobile access solution with SwiftConnect

How do you rethink and transform building access for a 241-year-old company? BNY started by asking employees. The response was encouraging. The BNY team found that employees embraced the concept of mobile access solutions. The thought of implementing access solutions was already being considered by the company and the team was excited about the idea of providing a modern experience that allows employees worldwide to conveniently access their building spaces with a simple iPhone or Apple Watch....

Allied Universal: Security program at Seton Hall

Allied Universal®, the world’s pioneering security and facility services provider, has been selected by Seton Hall University™ to provide campus security programs. This moves strengthens the University’s commitment to providing a safe, secure, and welcoming environment for students, faculty, staff, and visitors. New security program Allied Universal will deliver comprehensive campus security services, including trained personnel, safety patrols, and emergency response su...

Cognitec's facial biometrics at Australian Airports

Cognitec Systems Pty Ltd is working with Home Affairs Australia to deliver 250 camera devices for facial image capture, image quality check, and traveller identity verification at all major international airports in Australia. With approximately 41 million international travellers entering and leaving Australia each year, the Department uses facial biometrics to collect and electronically verify the identity of eligible international travellers. Cognitec hardware and software systems Cognitec...

Hanwha Vision enhances Ericeira's traffic flow

Ericeira, a seaside town on the western coast of Portugal, is a popular tourist destination and is known as one of the top surfing destinations in Europe. It has a population of just over 10,000 citizens with this increasing during the busy summer season.  The Municipal Council of Mafra, the local government body overseeing the region, recognised that the increase in traffic during the summer months needed greater monitoring and control to reduce congestion and the risk of accidents. Impr...

Everon visitor management system upgrade with Sharry

Visitor management systems can be an important component of a comprehensive security program and may help organisations manage facility access and visitor tracking as part of their overall security strategy. They also play an important role in delivering a seamless visitor experience and optimising front desk operations by streamlining check-ins and reducing administrative burdens. Many organisations have visitor management procedures in place that require a receptionist or other employee to ke...

Absolute Security leads in patch management solutions

Absolute Security, a pioneer in enterprise cyber resilience, announced it is the only provider named as both a Leader and Outperformer in the 2025 GigaOm Radar for Patch Management Solutions.  In the report, Cybersecurity Analyst Stan Wisseman recognised Absolute Security with both Superior and Exceptional ratings for its platform that delivers a unified, automated, and resilient solution used by enterprises, Managed Services Providers (MSPs), and Managed Security Services Providers (MSSPs...

Everon: Trusted fire safety partner for Arkansas church

A large, multi-site church in Arkansas needed a trusted fire and life safety partner to provide visibility and reliability across all 15 of its facilities. Everon delivered an integrated fire alarm system with device-level addressability, comprehensive inspections, and UL-certified 24/7 fire monitoring — helping ensure safety, compliance, and peace of mind for thousands of weekly visitors. Background A multi-location church in Arkansas with over 15 locations was struggling to i...

Everon: Fire safety solutions for Midwest banks

Managing fire and life safety across hundreds of banking locations is no small task — especially when multiple vendors are involved. A regional financial institution with over 200 sites across the Midwest turned to Everon to simplify operations, unify inspections and monitoring, and gain real-time visibility into their fire systems. By consolidating multiple vendors into one provider for fire alarm and sprinkler inspections and 24/7 monitoring — and adding eSuite online management &...

Everon streamlines fire safety for banks

Managing fire and life safety across hundreds of banking locations is no small task—especially when multiple vendors are involved. A regional financial institution with over 200 sites across the Midwest turned to Everon to simplify operations, unify inspections and monitoring, and gain real-time visibility into their fire systems. By consolidating multiple vendors into one provider for fire alarm and sprinkler inspections and 24/7 monitoring—and adding eSuite online management&mdas...

Salisbury Cathedral: Secure Magna Carta with Dahua

As custodians of one of the world’s most important historical artefacts, Salisbury Cathedral required a highly specialised surveillance system to safeguard its copy of the Magna Carta – housed in a controlled low-light environment within the Chapter House. ARC Fire Safety & Security, a long-term partner of Dahua Technology and trusted security provider at Winchester, Chichester and St Albans Cathedrals, was appointed to take over the servicing of the fire and intruder alarms, as...

Hikvision facial recognition at Rodwell House

Located in the tranquil surroundings of Addlestone, Surrey, Rodwell House serves as part of the renowned Graham Care Group. This 79-bed nursing facility specialises in providing exceptional care for residents with dementia and physical frailties, continually seeking innovative ways to enhance service delivery. Meeting the evolving needs of modern care As a forward-thinking facility, Rodwell House sought to enhance the entry experience for both staff and visitors. The management team understoo...

RAD's AI solutions transform mobile home security

Artificial Intelligence Technology Solutions, Inc., along with its wholly owned subsidiary Robotic Assistance Devices, Inc. (RAD), announced the publication of a new case study detailing the successful deployment of RAD’s RIO 180 units powered by SARA at a mobile home community managed by Champion Real Estate Services. The project, conducted in collaboration with RAD dealer HUB Enterprises, demonstrates how autonomous security solutions can dramatically reduce incidents, restore resident...

Connect ONE's ERP: Boosting school emergency response

In an emergency, first responders, School Resource Officers (SROs) and responsible parties need to gain access to campus buildings to assess alerts and potential threats. With Connect ONE®’s new Emergency Response Platform (ERP), included with any service level at no additional charge, first responders and SROs can view cameras, unlock doors and outputs, activate task functions, initiate lockdown and see recent activity. Connect ONE ERP Connect ONE ERP unifies multiple school system...

360 Vision Invictus enhances Plymouth harbour security

Cattewater Harbour in Plymouth is harnessing the power and performance of 360 Vision Technology’s Invictus cameras, to protect and secure operations across the challenging and changing conditions at the harbour’s extensive shoreline. The UK manufacturer of ruggedised HD, radar and thermal PTZ imaging cameras, was selected to provide their industry-pioneering camera technology after a comprehensive on-site evaluation. Civilian pleasure traffic Plymouth is the largest city on the so...

Siemens transforms San Juan Hospital with AI tech

Siemens Smart Infrastructure has partnered with San Juan de Dios Hospital in Seville, Spain, to transform it into a smart and sustainable asset. With buildings accounting for around 40 percent of global carbon emissions, and healthcare facilities increasingly facing financial and sustainability pressures, improving operational efficiency is crucial. At San Juan de Dios Hospital, Siemens has turned this challenge into an opportunity with its AI-based digital building technology. By deploying its...

DeterTech reports surge in copper theft in the United Kingdom (UK)

Crime analysts at DeterTech, a trusted security partner to critical infrastructure and law enforcement, are warning of a major rise in reported incidents of copper and cable theft across Greater Manchester and Lancashire. Believed to be orchestrated by Organised Crime Groups (OCGs), the direct to threat to UK infrastructure is being driven by the sustained high price of copper, which hit $10,300 per tonne on 25th September 2025 – the highest recorded price since April 2024. Cab...

St John’s College strengthens cybersecurity with ANSecurity MVM service

St John’s College, one of the historic colleges of the University of Oxford, has significantly strengthened its cybersecurity posture with the implementation of a Managed Vulnerability Management (MVM) programme delivered by long-term partner ANSecurity.   Founded in 1555, St John’s supports a diverse community of more than 600 students, a large number of staff and over 100 academic fellows across multiple sites in Oxford. With a small in-house IT team and growing cyb...

Rhombus launches AI-powered security insights

Rhombus, a pioneer in cloud-managed physical security solutions, announced the launch of Rhombus Insights, an AI-powered solution that empowers businesses to measure virtually anything their cameras can see and automate responses based on those specific observations. The launch is a significant expansion of Rhombus’ AI analytics capabilities, giving organisations complete customisation over what they track and how they respond to operational situations. Rhombus's physical operations ...

DeterTech & Brentford: Free bike marking scheme

DeterTech, official site security partner to Brentford Football Club, has announced it will be participating in the next Bike to Brentford designated matchday, taking place at the Gtech Community Stadium on 27th September, 2025. DeterTech will be outside the ground offering free SmartWater bike marking to fans arriving on two wheels. The “Bike to Brentford” initiative aims to promote sustainability, encouraging fans to arrive to the stadium in modes that reduce their environmental i...

ZeroEyes-Singlewire partnership boosts school security

ZeroEyes, the creators of the first AI-based gun detection video analytics platform to earn the full U.S. Department of Homeland Security SAFETY Act Designation, and Singlewire Software, the pioneer in solutions that help keep people safe and informed, announced a new partnership to improve emergency communications in schools. As part of this collaboration, Glassboro Public School District (GPSD) in New Jersey has become the first joint customer to deploy an integrated solution combining ZeroE...