Access control news

Tavcom Training, a part of Linx International Group, the world’s renowned provider of accredited security systems training courses, has announced that its popular distance learning course, CCTV over IP Networking has been awarded a BTEC Level 3 accreditation by Pearson. CCTV over IP Networking course The CCTV over IP Networking course is suitable for individuals with little or no prior knowledge of IP networks, and provides the information required to be able to install, repair and maint...

Recently, the 2nd DNAKE Supply Chain Centre Production Skills Contest kicked off in the production workshop on the second floor of DNAKE Haicang Industrial Park. This contest brings together top players from multiple production departments, such as video door phones, smart homes, smart fresh air ventilation, smart transportation, smart healthcare, smart door locks, etc., aiming to improve production efficiency, enhance professional skills, gather team strength, and build a team of professionals...

Trustonic and Huawei announce the next step in their partnership to bring simplicity and greater security to mobile applications. Trustonic Application Protection (TAP) now supports Huawei’s hardware-backed Trusted Execution Environments (TEE) “iTrustee”, and the HUAWEI P40 Series smartphone supports the TAP SDK at launch. Application developers can use the TAP development platform to leverage Huawei’s hardware-backed security for features such as Trusted User Interface...

An innovative and highly accurate people counting technology from OPTEX, a global provider of sensing and detection, is at the heart of a series of new solutions to support social distancing in business and commercial environments as the COVID-19-enforced lockdown is being gradually lifted throughout the Europe, Middle and Africa region. Thanks to embedding the latest Message Queuing Telemetry Transport (MQTT) protocol into OPTEX’s proven Akribos VC-1020 people counting system, three new...

Sectigo, a renowned provider of automated digital identity management and web security solutions, has integrated its award-winning Certificate Manager platform with the popular cloud-based digital workflows platform ServiceNow. The new Sectigo Certificate App for ServiceNow enables security administrators to manage hundreds or even thousands of SSL/TLS and non-SSL (private) certificates across the enterprise from within the ServiceNow portal, taking advantage of ServiceNow’s IT workflow a...

Panasonic Public Safety Solutions Division, a business unit of the newly formed Panasonic i-PRO Sensing Solutions Co., Ltd., announces the immediate availability of Panasonic IDguard, an identity redaction solution that reduces up to 90% of the manual effort associated with editing video files of sensitive content. “In developing this solution, Panasonic has combined AI and machine learning technology to automate the video redaction process,” said Bill Brennan, President of Panasoni...

UNIONCOMMUNITY, specialised in biometric recognition, has launched a face recognition device combined with a body temperature check system. It was developed with South Korean technology. By integrating face recognition terminals and thermal imaging cameras, it can be used in places where many people access it. Since COVID 19, in Korea, large hospitals, public institutions, and sports facilities often use paper forms to manually record personal information and purpose of the entry for those who...

This is a simple rule that will help businesses implement new health and safety measures due to COVID-19. Following a few quick steps, one can setup notifications for when a door has been used a specific number of times to have its surface cleaned. This will ensure that the doors that are being more commonly used by customers and staff can be cleaned more regularly. How it works: One can create a new rule under Rules, titled “Clean door every 5 users.” Under Door, select the spe...

As educational pioneers continue the challenging conversation about what the new normal will look like for students across the nation, Allied Universal®, a security and facility services company in North America, is helping school administrators and campus safety departments plan and prepare for students returning to school. Allied Universal’s more than 7,500 campus Security Professionals safeguard nearly 700 schools/universities nationwide. Over last several months, Allied Universal&...

Abloy UK has unveiled plans to hold its first ever virtual exhibition, ‘Keyvolution’, which will take place online on 8th July, 2020. With many exhibitions being postponed or cancelled in 2020, this initiative has been organised to meet the demand for online advice and information in the security industry. ‘Keyvolution’ virtual event aims to help visitors resolve current security issues and adapt for future needs to ensure their building’s occupants and assets rema...

Matrix PRASAR UCS is an Enterprise Unified Communication Server that connects internal and external decision makers at multiple locations for effective communication and collaboration. It brings people together anytime, anywhere, and on any device with our integrated collaboration infrastructure for voice and video calling, messaging, and mobility. With a range of enterprise grade calling features, it improves employees’ productivity and speeds up the decision-making process. Key features...

Senstar, a provider of perimeter intrusion detection and video management solutions, is pleased to introduce enhancements to its FiberPatrol FP1150 fibre optic intrusion detection sensor. “Initially launched in 2018, the FP1150 is a compact, rugged and highly integrated addition to Senstar’s FiberPatrol line,” said Product Manager Stewart Dewar. “Now with its extended detection range, support for a variety of deployment applications, and simplified per-metre licencing, t...

Amthal has been working closely with UK, secure cloud CCTV specialists Cloudview, to upgrade legacy network surveillance systems into smart cloud based, compliant solutions for the benefit of staff and residents at Notting Hill Genesis. Notting Hill Genesis is one of the largest housing associations in London and the south-east. With head offices in Kings Cross, and five further site locations requiring high quality protection for more than 1,500 office based staff, Amthal has worked closely wi...

PAC & GDX has announced the appointment of Bill Hobbs as the global head of its sales organisation. As Global Vice President of Sales for 3xLOGIC and PACOM, Bill adds PAC & GDX to his portfolio and will now consolidate sales leadership for these brands across all countries.  Bill’s career spans more than 35 years in the Systems Integration and Physical Security industries. Initially a software developer and systems engineer, Bill has built multiple systems integration busines...

On Wednesday, June 10, 2020, at 2:00 PM Eastern Time (US & Canada), BOMA (Building Owners and Managers Association), Genetec and Related Companies will host a webinar called: “Back to Work: How technology can keep your occupants and your building safe.” During this one-hour event, the panelists will discuss policies and best practices for implementing a coordinated and unified security vision within a multi-stakeholder property management model and how to get back to work in ligh...

Crossword Cybersecurity PLC, the technology commercialisation company focused solely on cyber security and risk, has announced that its Consulting division has signed a three year contract with Agria Pet Insurance Ltd, the award winning lifetime pet insurer, working as its trusted cyber security partner. Crossword’s Virtual Chief Information Security Officer (vCISO) managed service will be used by Agria to improve its cyber security posture. This security partnership follows the successfu...

On Tuesday, June 9, 2020 at 2:00 PM Eastern Time (US & Canada), Genetec, together with Université Laval, one of the top research universities in Canada, and Axis communications will host a webinar that will look at: The importance of on-campus video surveillance and current trends in the education industry The areas of interest within a school setting that require surveillance and the considerations schools must take when implementing solutions Analytics, hardware, and software t...

The SIA Open Supervised Device Protocol (OSDP) standard – developed by the Security Industry Association (SIA) – has been approved by the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) technical committee on alarm and electronic security systems as an international standard. The latest version of SIA OSDP will be listed as IEC 60839-11-5 and be available in the IEC Webstore. SIA OSDP is an access control communications standard developed by SIA to improve interoperability among acc...

Allegion US, a provider of security products and solutions, announces the launch of Schlage® Mobile Access Solutions, a comprehensive, secure and flexible access control solution portfolio. In the age of digital transformation and the evolving mobile economy, providing secure, convenient access is at the forefront of security challenges faced by multifamily properties, businesses and campuses alike. The Schlage Mobile Access Solutions portfolio redefines access control for the mobile world....

Customers may know it as DMP’s enhanced all-in-one system — and until now, the XTLtouch has only been available to Verizon customers. DMP is pleased to announce that the XTLtouch Wireless Control Panel with AT&T LTE is here. “We’re very excited about this,” says DMP’s Vice President of Sales Mark NeSmith. “No other all-in-one offers the same powerful and flexible solution. For areas that require AT&T service, this allows our dealers to much more...

Crime costs businesses in the United Kingdom (UK) millions of pounds every year. Whether the crimes are shoplifting, burglary, vandalism or even employee theft, organisations of all sizes and in all industries can be targeted by criminals. Ensuring that business premises are safe and secure should, therefore, be a top priority for all business owners. Making sure all equipment, resources and other assets, as well as all the staff are safe, is something that cannot be ignored. Ensuring business...

HID Global, a worldwide provider of trusted identity solutions, announced it has been conferred as a winner of Hardware - Transportation award at the SBR Technology Excellence Awards 2020, an industry award organised by the Singapore Business Review to recognise companies that have made exceptional contribution and significant business impact through the innovative use of IT solutions and initiatives in Singapore. The award was handed out in recognition of the speed and reliability of HID&rsquo...

HID Global, a worldwide provider in trusted identity solutions, announced its new WorkforceID™ platform that enables a seamless, effortless experience when using identity credentials to access physical and digital workplaces at an office, in the field or on the road. The new ISO27001-certified identity cloud service platform simplifies how employees access what they need to do their jobs, while solving workplace and visitor security, regulatory compliance and a variety of new business chal...

Antaira Technologies is a developer and manufacturer of industrial networking devices and communication solutions for harsh environment applications and is proud to announce the expansion of its industrial networking infrastructure family with the introduction of the LNP-0500G-bt series. Antaira Technologies fulfils the need for low port count PoE gigabit connectivity solutions for industrial applications, with the new LNP-0500G-bt and LNP-0500G-bt-24 series. The LNP-0500G-bt Ethernet switch is...

Nets, a renowned European payment and financial solutions company, has announced introducing a completely new way to identify customers securely from a distance. The Nets Passport Reader service bridges the gap between physical ID documents and digital identification, with the help of a simple smartphone app. The service has no geographical limitations and is compatible with passports from over 130 countries. Demand for digital identification is growing rapidly and will likely only increase, gi...

For commercial fire installations, one can choose DMP’s new CellComF-LTE. Designed with the same platform as DMP’s popular DualCom Universal Communicator, the CellComF-LTE includes two sets of tip and ring terminals for easy installations. This new design meets the NFPA 72 standard for single communications technology. For instance, if the CellComF stops communicating, it’s designed to automatically disrupt voltage on the second tip and ring, that triggers the host panel to an...

Pulse Secure, a renowned provider of software defined Secure Access solutions, announced achieving Common Criteria certification for both its virtual private network (VPN) and network access control (NAC) solutions under NIAP’s most current collaborative Protection Profile for Network Devices (NDcPP). Pulse Secure’s certified solutions increases cyber security assurance for remote, cloud and on-premises access productivity, visibility and compliance for government agencies, governme...

Vanderbilt has explored best practices for protecting employees and visitors when they come to a building. Below, Vanderbilt outlines a scenario of how the products can be used for area counting and pre-booking systems for occupancy management when social distancing. Example Scenario: Vanderbilt’s access control solutions can manage the number of people in an area at any one time. Automated people counting systems offer a method of counting and limiting access to certain areas. Oper...

Essence Group, a provider of IoT solutions for security, connected home and healthcare, has joined Zigbee Alliance as a member in the “Project Connected Home over IP” initiative. In doing so, the company will contribute to developing and promoting the adoption of a new, royalty-free connectivity standard to increase compatibility among smart home products, with security as a fundamental design tenet. The goal of the Connected Home over IP project is to simplify development for manuf...

ExtraHop, a provider of cloud-native network detection and response, announced a partnership with CrowdStrike, a provider of cloud-delivered endpoint protection. The partnership includes the powerful integration between ExtraHop Reveal(x) and CrowdStrike Falcon, marrying best-of-breed cloud-native detection and response capabilities to provide protection from the network to the endpoint.  As businesses and government agencies have transitioned employees to remote work and moved more of the...