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Sargent and Greenleaf (S&G), a manufacturer of high-quality mechanical and electronic locks, announces that OpenGate Capital, a global private equity firm, has entered into an agreement to acquire S&G from Stanley Black & Decker. The transaction is anticipated to be completed in Q1 2019. Financial terms were not disclosed. Established in 2005, OpenGate Capital specialises in the acquisition and operation of businesses to create new value through operational improvement, innovation a...

Maintaining an educational environment that is conducive to learning requires at a minimum that schools are safe and secure. It’s easier said than done, considering the wide range of sizes and types of educational institutions. High-profile violence in educational environments highlight the urgency of the need for security and safety systems, and the challenges extend beyond preventing the active shooter incidents that grab headlines. Enhancing school security In the United States, 79%...

Matrix, a manufacturer and pioneer in telecom and security solutions, is participating at INDIA ELECTRONICS EXPO & INDIASOFT, Hyderabad, India, from 4th to 5th Feb 2019. Matrix will be unveiling its recently launched COSEC ARGO. Matrix will also be exhibiting its other video surveillance, people mobility and telecom solutions at the event. Matrix will be showcasing its new extreme series of network video recorder (NVRX) at the event. This NVR is equipped with 4K decoding capacity and charac...

User authentication deficiencies, endpoint data leakage and excessive user permissions are the three most common cybersecurity risks facing health systems and hospitals, according to new data from Clearwater CyberIntelligence Institute. At the HIMSS19 Global Conference and Exhibition, February 11-15, 2019 in Orlando, Florida, ELATEC will be demonstrating its uniquely flexible radio frequency identification (RFID) reader, which mitigates these issues by strengthening user authentication for acce...

Yeastar, a provider of professional cloud-based and on-premises VoIP PBX, is exhibiting in Gitex 2019 with specialist VAD, DVCOM Technology. Yeastar will take this opportunity to showcase its latest communications products and demonstrate business-enhancing unified communications solutions. “To succeed in the cloud unified communications marketplace, besides best-of-breed cloud-based UC solutions for customers, you also need an efficient service delivery platform to streamline daily manag...

Cohesive Technologies is going to exhibit with Yeastar at InfoComm India 2019. It is surely a right platform for the businesses to move towards advancement and learn new benchmarks of the AV industry. Cohesive Technologies will demonstrate all enterprises technology needs with Yeastar and also demonstrate the all Audio Visual communication, broadcast, and enterprise technology products of Yeastar. Such as IP PBXs which are most important for every type of business including the Audio Visual Sol...

CDVI, global access control manufacturer firm, announced new innovative products to its extensive range of access control solutions. From Bluetooth keypads and stylish DESFire readers to their ATRIUM Online Access Control, this one-stop-shop offers its UK and Irish customers cutting-edge and efficient solutions for private and public buildings.   “Our experience as an access control manufacturer truly makes CDVI the installer’s choice. Thanks to innovative products answeri...

MedixSafe, a manufacturer in the access control cabinet market, is pleased to introduce the KARE XL. The 36”H x 14”W x 9”D Key Access Ready Enclosure has an increased key storage capacity of 192 – 224, depending on the configuration. It’s an ideal solution for dealers and integrators to specify for security directors and end users of all kinds to safeguard - and track access to - sensitive keys. KARE XL connects to an existing access control system and features an...

Axis Communications’ intrusion detection analytics, AXIS perimeter defender, now supports a pan-tilt-zoom (PTZ) autotracking application, enabling a fixed camera and a PTZ camera to work seamlessly together to provide an enhanced solution for perimeter protection. The new application allows a fixed thermal or visual camera running AXIS perimeter defender to detect people and vehicles, and—when an alarm is triggered—take control of a PTZ camera to track and get closer views of...

Pivot3, a provider of intelligent infrastructure solutions, announces that it has named Rance Poehler as vice president of global sales and chief revenue officer. In this role, Poehler will be responsible for Pivot3’s global sales organisation and executing on the company’s growth strategy and talent acquisition. Poehler joins Pivot3 from Dell Technologies where he served as vice president of worldwide sales for its cloud client computing team, an $800 million line of business that...

The manufacturer of steel doors and physical security solutions, Bradbury Group, are announcing their move into their new headquarters located on Foxhills Industrial Estate in Scunthorpe, North Lincolnshire, totalling an investment of around £8 million. The new 135,000 sq. ft production facility is an integral part of a mass expansion plan to be rolled out by the company, which is now in its 28th year of production. As part of the expansion, the company have invested several million pound...

Userful Corporation, a provider of AV-over-IP solutions for enhanced video communication since 2015, launched last week, announces that it has expanded its channel program to take advantage of the opportunity with enterprise customers to provide innovative visual communications solutions, which can improve operating efficiency up to 80 percent and reduce total cost of ownership (TCO) up to 40 percent. A cornerstone of this initiative is the naming of Kevin Dillon as Vice President, Global Chann...

Vorpal Ltd., developer of advanced, highly accurate geolocation solutions, releases a whitepaper in response to the growing global crisis facing airport operations and aviation security from commercial drones flying within controlled airspace. In order to guide effective and timely response efforts to such incursions, this document presents thoughtful analysis of the best technological solutions available for delivering complete drone situational awareness. Operational deployment Vorpal&rsquo...

ADT Inc., a provider of monitored security and interactive home and business automation solutions in the United States and Canada, announces its intent to lead a new consumer privacy initiative with a coalition of organisations committed to driving the adoption of privacy standards and best practices across the home security industry. The initiative will focus on ensuring the security and home automation industry take a leadership role in protecting consumer privacy. Launched on Data Privacy Da...

Asset protection specialist VPS Security Services, warns that the ongoing Brexit saga is likely to lead to a rise in vacant properties, both commercial and residential, as property developers and investors are even more reluctant to move forward with their UK real estate strategies. Despite a serious housing shortage, there remain over 200,000 homes in the UK that have been empty for 6 months or longer, and as commercial rentals slow down, especially in the retail sector, there is a growing mov...

HID Global®, a provider of trusted identity solutions, announces that it was the top-selling Temenos MarketPlace provider in 2018. HID Global’s authentication solution is made readily available through the MarketPlace to banks using the Temenos T24 Core Banking solution. Offering HID Global security solutions on the Temenos MarketPlace brings a new level of trust to banks around the world at a lower cost and with a faster deployment time. Threats against banks are evolving. With a shi...

KDDI has introduced the KDDI GX (Global Exchange) Platform, providing overseas corporate customers with centralised support across a range of solutions including network, security, RPA (robotic process automation), IoT and others. The KDDI GX Platform will initially be offered across the ASEAN region covered by KDDI Singapore, including Vietnam, Indonesia, Malaysia, Thailand, Philippines, Myanmar, Cambodia, India, and the United Arab Emirates and Australia. Powerful operational support for IoT...

Paxton, the global brand of electronic IP access control and video intercom solutions, has appointed Natasha Shell as U.S. Support Manager. Natasha is responsible for training and mentoring Paxton’s industry leading Customer Support team to drive world-class customer satisfaction. Every call into Paxton’s Customer Support team is answered within seconds by a trained and professional representative that’s dedicated to help dealers with a wide range of inquiries, from technical...

Bird Home Automation Group, the Berlin-based manufacturer of IP video door intercoms, is now collaborating with Max Knobloch Nachf. GmbH, Germany's oldest mailbox manufacturer. Customised mailbox systems from Knobloch now contain the same IP technology that is used in all DoorBird video door intercoms. Thanks to IP technology, individual solutions such as communication columns, freestanding and fence-mounted mailbox systems can be controlled via smartphone or tablet. When the mailbox’s ca...

PSA, a large consortium of professional systems integrators, announced its plans to launch a Managed Security Service Provider (MSSP) program. The program is designed to help systems integrators diversify their service offerings and realize the full potential and benefits of a managed services business model. It will hinge on uniting industry leading partners in cybersecurity and cloud-based security solutions, training and certification opportunities and financing options from PSA. “The...

Pulse Secure, the provider of Secure Access solutions to both enterprises and service providers, announces the global launch of their new Access Now Partner Program. Designed to offer partners the opportunity to establish themselves as a go-to source with a solution in Secure Access, Access Now provides an enhanced opportunity for top line revenue and bottom line profit growth while setting them apart from the competition. “Enterprises are looking to fortify cyber defences, be more respon...

Farpointe Data, the access control industry's OEM for RFID credentials and readers, announces that it has moved into its expanded new facility in San Jose, Calif. Since 2003, Farpointe Data has become the trusted OEM partner for premium RFID readers and credentials and the only full-line producer of proximity, smart card, long range and 2nd generation mobile smart phone credentials and readers in various formats for access control professionals around the world. Extremely competitive pricing "...

John Davies, Managing Director of TDSi commented, “Our Poole facility is at the heart of TDSi’s UK and international operations, the vital hub for our worldwide distribution, sales and support. As such, Nicky has an important role in ensuring TDSi continues to offer top-class service to our customers and partners.” Best security solutions Nicky also commented, “I am very pleased to be joining the TDSi team and to be overseeing our key Poole facility. TDSi’s team h...

In a boost to Thailand’s smart city and digital infrastructure sectors, the organisers of Secutech Thailand, Messe Frankfurt New Era Business Media Ltd, have announced that the 7th edition of the fair will be co-located with Digital Thailand Big Bang 2019. The two fairs will take place from 28 – 31 October 2019 at the Bangkok International Trade & Exhibition Centre, providing trade visitors with plenty of cross-sector sourcing opportunities. Secutech Thailand is widely recognised...

Cobalt Iron Inc., a provider of enterprise data protection SaaS, launches the Cobalt Iron Partner Portal, an online portal where the company's partners can access collateral, register deals, request sales support, and find answers to frequently asked questions. Providing the most current sales enablement tools and resources, the new partner portal will be a one-stop shop for all Cobalt Iron channel partners: resellers, value-added resellers and distributors, and service providers that resell Sa...

Two of the biggest names in physical perimeter security have come together for the first time to develop a world’s first in temporary protection. CLD Fencing Systems, the UK’s renowned manufacturer and supplier of rigid mesh fencing and security gates, and Gallagher Security, global provider of Perimeter Intrusion Detection systems (PIDs) launched FenceSafe-E at International Security Expo 2018 in London on 28 and 29 November. FenceSafe-E fencing system FenceSafe-E combines the bes...

Wiltshire based Foregenix, which opened its São Paulo office in early 2018, is one of 20 companies to be selected by the PCI SSC Brazil Regional Engagement Board. The board, introduced as a pilot initiative in 2018, brings together some of Brazil’s leading companies from all sectors in the payments space – including vendors, merchants, processors, banks and industry associations. PayPal and Worldpay are amongst the new international board members to join this year. In 2019, b...

Ivory Egg, specialists in KNX intelligent building technology solutions, have announced the launch of a brand-new training program for 2019 in order to help system integrators develop all the skills they need to sell, specify, commission and maintain KNX projects. New Sales & Specification Course Following the release of the KNX Association’s update to the standardised KNX Basic and Advanced Courses, Ivory Egg have taken the opportunity to refresh their entire training program, inclu...

Boon Edam Inc., a pioneer in security entrances and architectural revolving doors, is proud to announce that their Speedlane Lifeline optical turnstiles have been certified as compatible with the new iRox-T Turnstile Reader from Essex Electronics. “Our Speedlane Lifeline optical turnstiles with the integrated iRox Turnstile Readers deliver a multitude of benefits to users,” said Kurt Measom, Vice President, Technology and Support, Boon Edam Inc. “This integration is one more w...

3xLOGIC, Inc., a provider of integrated, intelligent security solutions, and a three-time Deloitte Technology Fast 500 winner, announced continued expansion of the company’s staff to align with its new global growth strategy. As previously announced, 3xLOGIC, PACOM, and PAC/GDX have joined forces to build the strongest and most innovative security manufacturer in the industry. The businesses will continue to operate under their own branding as usual and will report to a global management t...