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SmartTask launches first cloud-based, electronic Daily Occurrence Book solution

SmartTask, the provider of employee scheduling and mobile workforce management software, has launched the first cloud-based, electronic alternative to traditional, paper-based Daily Occurrence Book (DOB). Working closely with a number of security service providers, SmartTask has introduced the Daily Occurrence Log (DOL) module, which can be quickly and efficiently operated from a PC, smartphone or tablet. “With most manned providers still using a paper-based solution, we have been increas...

Sonitrol highlights their security products to secure marijuana dispensary and the visitors from attacks

Canada is one week away from recreational marijuana dispensaries being open for business. Until now, medical marijuana dispensaries have been legal and have been the only legal way to purchase marijuana. Starting on October 17th, 2018, marijuana will be obtainable by the general public of age. This will bring a large influx of recreational marijuana dispensaries throughout Ontario and the rest of Canada. With this influx of dispensaries come new security measures that need to be taken into acco...

Boon Edam launches new high security connection portal - Circlelock Combi

The Royal Boon Edam International B.V. (Boon Edam) announced the launch of the Circlelock Combi, a half portal that attaches to an existing door – therefore, transforming the entrance into a high security entrance, which is capable of protecting against both unauthorised entry and piggybacking. Renovation and construction costs can escalate quickly, when locking down a highly sensitive area. Now, users can attach the Circlelock Combi easily and quickly, to either the secure or non-secure...

HID Global combats counterfeiting with its IoT-based brand protection solution

Protecting major brands against counterfeiting and grey market activities is a global challenge, which yields the same result regardless of the industry: lost sales and a poor customer experience that are damaging to the brand. HID Global, a worldwide provider of trusted identity solutions, has responded to this escalating issue by increasing its investments in HID’s IoT-based brand protection services and expanding its community of partners who develop and deliver seamless front-end expe...

ASSA ABLOY’s redesigned door closers win 2018 Iconic Design Award for innovative architecture and design

Established by the German Design Council, the 2018 Iconic Awards: Innovative Architecture honour visionary architecture, innovative products and sustainable design. The respected design award recognises the importance ASSA ABLOY, the global door opening solutions and access control systems firm, places on the design of its products. ASSA ABLOY door closer portfolio An influential factor when buying a new door closer, the appearance of ASSA ABLOY’s door closer portfolio now features a dis...

Send For Help recognised in the Financial Times - ‘FT FUTURE 100 UK’ LIST

Send For Help Ltd., one of the largest lone worker protection firms in the world, which provides 24/7 emergency response via personal safety alarms, has been featured in the 'FT Future 100 UK' list, recently published in the Financial Times and FT.com. The prestigious list selected by an expert panel led by FT journalists, features fast growing UK companies that are also making an impact on their industry, or wider society. FT 1000: Europe’s Fastest Growing Companies list The list is bui...

Aqua Security announces availability as integrated service for Pivotal Cloud Foundry

Aqua Security announces the general availability of Aqua Security for (PCF) as an integrated service for Pivotal Cloud Foundry (PCF). Pivotal users can now download and install the Aqua Security for PCF service from Pivotal Network, and use it to scan application or container artifacts for vulnerabilities. Cloud-native applications Aqua Security for PCF empowers Pivotal Cloud Foundry users to apply Aqua Security’s best practices early on in the build process to ensure that only code that...

Security Essen 2018 witnessed 950 exhibitors from 43 countries to showcase innovations to over 36,000 visitors

Security Essen 2018 presented itself as the international source of inspiration for the industry. 950 exhibitors from 43 countries showed their innovations for increased safety and convenience to over 36,000 trade visitors from 125 nations at Messe Essen on topics ranging from cyber security to innovations for building security and new solutions for the protection of valuables. The representatives of the companies, associations and institutions were in great demand as discussion partners. There...

Hikvision announces IP cameras DS-2CD3 and DS-2CD5 passing Certificate of Common Criteria

Hikvision, the world’s supplier of innovative security products and solutions, announced its IP camera product series, DS-2CD3 and DS-2CD5, have achieved the Certificate of Common Criteria for Information Technology Security Evaluation (abbreviated as Common Criteria or CC) with assurance type EAL2 augmented with ALC_FLR.2 (EAL2+). It demonstrates Hikvision’s commitment to global customers on reliability and cybersecurity. As one of the most widely recognised international standards...

COSEC VEGA FAX offers access control and time-attendance solutions for organisations

COSEC VEGA FAX is engineered with careful blend of aesthetics, size, connectivity, reliability and ease of use for modern enterprises. It is a perfect fit for Access Control and Time-Attendance solution for modern organisations. COSEC VEGA FAX Moreover, COSEC VEGA FAX is an open system allowing integration with third party hardware. Using auxiliary input and output ports, Fire Alarm system and Video Surveillance system can be connected without any need for external hardware modules. Motion sen...

CNL Software renews partnership with Wavestore under Technology Alliance Program

CNL Software, a provider of Physical Security Information Management (PSIM) software, announces that it has formalised its technology partnership with Wavestore, an independent Video Management Software (VMS) provider. The partnership follows long-term collaboration, which has allowed the two companies to deploy their respective technologies within a large scale Middle Eastern oil and gas security program. Furthering its dedication to be the world’s leading global PSIM solution provider,...

ASSA ABLOY launches Aperio H100 door handle compatible with access control systems

The newest product in the Aperio technology range, the Aperio H100 combines the power and flexibility of wireless access control into a slim, cleverly designed door handle. Compatible with most new and existing access control systems, the Aperio H100 is very easy to specify with only two parts to choose from - a left and right handle. It’s also easy to fit, with no drilling or wiring required, and can be retro-fitted to almost any interior door. Furthermore, any existing mechanical cylind...

Aqua Security launches Commercial Kubernetes security solution on Google Cloud Platform (GCP) Marketplace

Aqua Security, global provider for securing container-based and cloud-native applications, announced that it is introducing a commercial Kubernetes application to all users of the Google Cloud Platform Marketplace (GCP Marketplace). The new offering provides customers with Aqua’s enterprise-class container security platform available in hourly per-node consumption pricing, making it much simpler to protect applications quickly with no up-front investment. For the first time ever, commercia...

Napco Security Technologies launches new Trilogy Networx Narrow Stile Wireless Access Lock Trim

The Alarm Lock Division of Napco Security Technologies, Inc. is pleased to introduce the new Trilogy Networx Narrow Stile Wireless Access Prox/Digital Lock Trim, ideal for building management, professional offices, shared workspaces, classroom labs, retail stores and more. In an easy, trouble-free installation, it adds Trilogy keyless access lock convenience via PIN code or Prox ID, for up to 5000 users, anywhere there’s a glass door. Plus, by customer request, it includes new keyfob suppo...

Aqua expands security controls to protect against Zero Day vulnerabilities across cloud-native stack

Aqua Security, the premier platform provider for securing container-based and cloud-native applications, announced version 3.2 of its cloud-native security platform, featuring deep runtime protection capabilities and extended security and compliance controls across the cloud-native stack. Runtime protection against “Zero Days” Sophisticated attacks often exploit unknown vulnerabilities in the application or operating system, also known as “zero days”, to either escalate...

Aqua Security offers core security component for Hitachi Enterprise Cloud Container Platform

Aqua Security, platform provider for securing container-based and cloud-native applications, announced that Hitachi Vantara has integrated Aqua security capabilities into the Hitachi Enterprise Cloud (HEC) Container Platform. HEC Container Platform delivers a public cloud experience for organisations that use data services, DevOps and microservices architectures on premises in a private or hybrid cloud. Hitachi Vantara selected the Aqua platform in part for its ability to deliver runtime securit...

Matrix to showcase security biometric, access, surveillance and communication solutions at NPPC 2018

Matrix Comsec is to participate in the NPPC (National Public Procurement Conclave) 2018 to be held in New Delhi from 30th to 31st October 2018. Matrix will be exhibiting their communication and security solutions along with other enterprise grade solutions. IP solutions for modern enterprises From the Telecom domain, Matrix will be exhibiting the newly launched pure IP solutions for modern enterprises - PRASAR UCS and the smart video IP deskphone - SPARSH VP710 at the event. The company will a...

LEGIC SM-4200 and SM-4500 reader ICs support all common RFID standards based on 13.56 MHz

The SM-4200 and SM-4500 reader ICs support all common RFID standards based on 13.56 MHz. Their compact size and patented wake-up circuitry make them the right choice for all kind of applications. Integrated key storage In addition to LEGIC advant and prime, the SM-4200 and SM-4500 support many third-party technologies. With their integrated key storage and MIFARE key derivation, secure usage and full compatibility with existing MIFARE installations can be achieved. Combine and manage applica...

LEGIC’s SM-6300 reader IC offers a secure platform for ID and Internet of Things applications

The SM-6300 is LEGIC’s latest reader IC to secure ID and Internet of Things applications. Thanks to the embedded certified secure element (SE), the new reader chip is also ideal for ID and IoT applications with the highest security. Another advantage of the SM-6300 is the very compact “System-in-Package” design. ID and IoT solutions The SM-6300 includes a tamperproof hardware secure element (SE), where all key material is stored. This enables a wide range of innovative ID an...

LEGIC technology platform offers secure identification and connectivity for ID and IoT applications

The five LEGIC components Connect, Mobile SDK, reader IC, smartcard IC as well as key and authorisation management are seamlessly working together to provide a powerful technology platform for secure ID and IoT applications. For example, for BLE mobile ID, use Connect to deploy ID rights onto mobile devices running an app which is built on LEGIC’s mobile SDK (Android or iOS). The mobile ID rights can then be easily accessed by a reader incorporating a LEGIC reader IC. All three of these L...

Harper Chalice expands dealer network with addition of perimeter protection and detection systems firm, Binns Fencing Ltd.

UK’s renowned manufacturer and supplier of electronic and electrified perimeter security systems, Harper Chalice has added to its dealer network with what it describes as ‘one of its most prestigious signing to date’. Harper Chalice-Binns Fencing partnership Harper Chalice has secured premier prison perimeter systems installer Binns Fencing as an authorised dealer of its high security defence and detection systems and complementary products. The range is specifically designe...

IrisAccess iCAM 7S enrollment and system management process fully integrates with Honeywell Pro-Watch

Iris ID, a provider of iris recognition technology, announced its IrisAccess iCAM 7S series enrollment and system management process is now fully integrated with the latest version of the Honeywell Pro-Watch security management suite. The integration makes it more convenient for Pro-Watch users to employ the added benefits of biometric identity authentication. Pro-Watch 4.4 is the latest version of Honeywell’s popular solution for enterprise and critical infrastructure customers. The Pro-...

ASSA ABLOY introduces new GreenCircle Certifications and Environmental Product Declarations for Architectural Door Accessories

ASSA ABLOY has announced the company’s latest GreenCircle Certifications and Environmental Product Declarations (EPD) for Architectural Door Accessories, which include the following Rockwood Products: Locking Pull LP3301, MegaTek Pulls, MezzoTek Pulls, GeoMetek Pulls, BandWidth Pulls, Vandal Resistant Pull, Offset Pull and Push Bar, Pull Plates including 105x70C, 107x70C, and 111x70C. As well as the following ASSA ABLOY Glass Solutions products: 4” Square and Tapered Door Rails, and...

ASSA ABLOY UK releases a whitepaper on specification of doorsets and hardware in nurseries, schools and universities

ASSA ABLOY UK Specification has issued a whitepaper to provide a guide to the specification of doorsets and associated hardware in nurseries, schools and universities. Entitled, ‘Specification considerations for education buildings: doors and ironmongery’ the whitepaper outlines the various relevant standards when specifying doors and ironmongery for education projects, including those relating to accessibility and usability. The paper also covers whole life costing implications and...

Johnson & Quin announces successful completion of SOC 2 Type 1 standards data security examination

Johnson & Quin, a nationally-trusted provider of edge direct mail production, integrated marketing solutions, data services and high-speed colour inkjet printing, has successfully completed a rigorous examination of its data security processes and procedures, under the SOC 2 Type 1 standards. The SOC 2 examination was administered by the professional IT assurance and compliance staff, at 360 Advanced, a respected national Qualified Security Assessor, HITRUST CSF Assessor and CPA firm, based...

Matrix Comsec unveils complete range of business gateway and IP-PBX solutions at GITEX 2018

Matrix Comsec, a global manufacturer of IP based phone systems and voice gateways is participating in GITEX Technology, Dubai. During this event Matrix will showcase its complete range of business IP-PBXs, converged voice and data platforms, VoIP and GSM gateways and new portfolio of IP communication endpoints. At this event, Matrix will exhibit its range of gateways. Based on SIP (Session Initiation Protocol), these Gateways allow easy integration with most of IP-PBX, TDM PBX, Softswitch and H...

LEGIC’s CTC smartcard ICs with three RF standards are perfect for migration to LEGIC advant

LEGIC’s CTC smartcard ICs are the perfect choice for migration to LEGIC advant. Combined on a CTC, three RF standards can communicate with the reader IC and are protected against attacks by means of modern encryption algorithms. LEGICs CTC (Cross-Standard Transponder Chip) is the solution for a flexible migration to LEGIC advant. The CTC platform enables users to move between installations with different RF standards. Depending on security requirements, individual areas can be selectivel...

Union launches ExiSAFE range of PANIC Exit Devices to provide complete door hardware solution

ExiSAFE is a high-quality, durable range of Panic Exit Devices (PEDs) designed, tested and made in the United Kingdom for installation in public and commercial buildings. The range comprises of panic and emergency bolt and latch products for single and double doors, along with Outside Access Devices (OADs) for use where doors are required to be opened from the opposite side to the PED. In order to deliver a high-quality PED solutions that can be trusted to provide a fast, safe exit even after m...

LEGIC Connect offers an end-to-end security management system for mobile applications

LEGIC’s trusted service Connect enables everyone to securely use mobile services on smart devices – at the touch of a button. Mobile services like mobile access, sharing economy, cashless payment or identification serve new individual or corporate concepts in daily life. Those concepts address the increasing need for efficiency and individuality as well as customer loyalty – all by integrating users via a simple app download. Security against cybercrime LEGIC Connect is a un...

HSI Sensing introduces retrofit models in expansion of Sentinel sensors at GSX 2018

HSI Sensing (HSI), an Oklahoma-based manufacturer of custom reed switch and sensor technology, announced at Global Security Exchange (GSX) that its high-security sensors product line – Sentinel – now includes retrofit models. Sentinel Retro is compliant with existing models on the market to facilitate the ease of replacing outdated sensor technology with the newest innovations from HSI.  “Our company is innovative, solutions-centred and responsive, so when we heard of cli...