Access control news

The R100 surface mounted wireless reader significantly extends the reach and application of access control Securitron, an ASSA ABLOY Group company, is bringing access control to new applications with its new R100 Surface Mounted Wireless Reader with Aperio® technology. The R100 was awarded ‘Best in Access Control Products Wireless’ from the Security Industry Association’s 2014 New Product Showcase. Capable of mounting directly on glass, stone, granite or...

HID Global will also showcase Vigo-based LogiTag 121 based on its Vigo HF technology HID Global®, a worldwide leader in secure identity solutions, recently announced it will showcase its Identification Technologies division’s broad portfolio of radio frequency identification (RFID) solutions in Booth #116 at RFID Journal Live! Included will be tags with its new Vigo™ HF technology, the first ISO 15693 chips assembled with HID Global direct bonding technology....

PLAI specification streamlines and standardises the management of physical and logical identities Cost effective, automated synchronisation of physical and logical identities, privileges and credentials took a major step toward becoming an industry standard today, with the Physical Security Interoperability Association (PSIA) releasing a draft proposal of its Physical-Logical Access Interoperability (PLAI) specification. "We're excited about the potential the PLAI specificati...

Schneider Electric’s Andover Continuum Integrated Security and Building Management Solutions are now further enhanced with the latest generation of 3M Cogent MiY (Make it Yours) Biometric Access Control Readers. 3M Cogent MiY readers are now integrated with Andover Continuum CyberStation 1.91 or greater. The first complete integration of the MiY solution for user and credential management into a third party software, leveraging MiY’s framework, provides biometric capture and cardhol...

Leading global provider of security and safety solutions, Allegion (formerly Ingersoll Rand Security Technologies), will be showcasing the very latest additions to its Briton range of architectural hardware products at The National Merchant Buying Society Ltd’s trade exhibition on Wednesday 9 April at Coventry’s Ricoh Arena. A recently-introduced range of door closers from Allegion’s Briton brand, specifically designed to offer market-leading cam-action technology and high per...

The lawsuits filed by HID Global and ASSA ABLOY were amicably settled HID Global, trusted leader in solutions for the delivery of secure identity, recently announced that it has settled patent-infringement lawsuits against Apollo Security, Applied Wireless IDentifications Group (AWID) Inc., and Secura Key, a division of Soundcraft, Inc. The lawsuits included HID Global’s multi-technology reader patents. “We are pleased that the lawsuits filed by HID Global and ASS...

Alan has held a number of management roles during his 30 years in the security industry SALTO Systems welcomes Alan Horrobin who joins the company as a new Area Manager for the Northern Region, reporting to Ramesh Gurdev. Alan has been in the security industry for over 30 years and has a wealth of experience spanning many different disciplines. He has held a number of management roles ranging from Vertical Markets Manager to UK Sales Manager to Country Manager. He will now be...

AMAG Technology's Symmetry SR-2000 Controller delivers proven access control technology AMAG Technology, the world’s most widely installed and trusted access control and integrated security solution developer, announces the release of the Symmetry™ SR-2000 Controller. The Symmetry SR-2000 Controller is a four door control panel that delivers proven access control technology and is designed for new and retrofit security applications.   The Symmetry SR-2000 joi...

ASSA ABLOY was recently named by Forbes as one of the world’s 100 most innovative companies ASSA ABLOY, the largest global supplier of intelligent lock and security solutions, responsible for one in every 10 lock and security installations worldwide, is focusing on innovation on Stand D1700 in Hall S17 at IFSEC 2014 (Excel, London, UK from 17-19 June, 2014.) Recently named by Forbes as one of the world’s 100 most innovative companies, ASSA ABLOY will showcase new...

Nedap CEO, Ruben Wegman, participates in the plenary panel discussion on "The Future of Security Technology" Although at the time of writing, the 13th edition of the ASIS European Security Conference in The Hague is still in full swing; Nedap already looks back on a successful event. As Golden Sponsor the company was closely involved in the organisation of the rousing ASIS Welcome Party. Also, CEO Ruben Wegman granted his participation in the plenary panel discussion on &lsquo...

MOBOTIX also demonstrated its new MxMultiViewer VMS, T25 IP video door station and MxDisplay video remote station At Light+Building 2014 in Frankfurt, MOBOTIX presents its first thermographic camera M15D-Thermal, demonstrates its current camera platform with 5-megapixel technology and introduces new software developments as well as solutions in the area of building technology. From 30 March to 4 April, at the MOBOTIX exhibition stand D40 in hall 9.0, visitors can get up-close...

The event will attract approximately 2000 young players from across the UK Bournemouth Rugby Football Club’s Academy will be holding its annual Youth Rugby Tournament on Saturday 5th April, with the rugby balls sponsored by Poole-based integrated security solutions manufacturer. The event will attract approximately 2000 young players from across the UK to compete against each other in a tournament competition. Adam Norris, the recently appointed Director of UK Sales at...

The agreement builds on the relationship initiated by their NFC technology license agreement in 2011 INSIDE Secure, a leader in embedded security solutions for mobile and connected devices, recently announces it intends to enter into a new agreement with the Intel Corporation, building on the relationship initiated by their NFC technology license agreement in 2011. Under the terms of the contemplated agreement, INSIDE Secure would: extend the current worldwide, perpetu...

The 5K/2K takes place at 7:30AM, with Awards Ceremony to follow at 5:15 PM at Sands Expo and Convention Center Mission 500 marks the 5th anniversary of the Security 5K/2K run/walk, a cornerstone of Mission 500’s fundraising efforts at ISC West 2014. The event is a collaboration between organising sponsors United Publications, publishers of Security Systems News and Security Director News; Reed Exhibitions; and Mission 500. Core sponsors of the 2014 Mission 500 5K/2K ar...

Identiv exhibits its new uTrust TS Readers at ISC West 2014 Identiv announced that CEO Jason Hart will lead a presentation at ISC West on establishing trust in the connected world. The presentation will take place at the Sands Expo and Convention Center in Las Vegas, Nevada on Thursday, April 3, starting at 11:15 AM PDT. Mr. Hart’s presentation will address the connectivity of everything from premises, information, identities, devices, and even everyday items such...

STANLEY Security’s eServices 2.0 provides real-time transparency on customers’ security systems STANLEY Security, a leading global security company specialising in advanced integrated security solutions, introduces its new eServices 2.0 platform at ISC West 2014 in Las Vegas, NV. STANLEY Security’s eServices 2.0, to be made available in the summer of 2014, provides real-time transparency on customers’ security systems, including intrusion, video survei...

Open Options demonstrated the interface between DNA Fusion and Milestone’s XProtect Access Control Module at ISC West 2014 Open Options, a leading provider of open platform access control, expands their integration with Milestone Systems Video Management Software (VMS) to include a new interface to their new add-on, the XProtect® Access Control Module (ACM). While Milestone XProtect® VMS has been accessible from within Open Options DNA Fusion access control soft...

Galaxy Control Systems, a leading manufacturer of integrated access control, video and security solutions, has announced that its industry renowned System Galaxy Access Control and Management Software now offers integration with the latest intelligent WiFi and Power over Ethernet (PoE) Access Control Locks from ASSA ABLOY, the global leader in door opening solutions. This integration further expands Galaxy’s support for emerging access control applications.  “We are excited to...

Galaxy Control Systems, a leading provider of integrated access control, video and security solutions, has released the V-10 Network Appliance, extending Galaxy’s full system functionality from a centralised platform to local and remote clients across an end user’s network. “Performance, scalability and versatility are hallmarks of the new Galaxy V-10 Network Appliance,” said Robert Laughlin, President, Galaxy Control Systems. “With its ability to seamlessly integr...

HID Global®, a worldwide leader in secure identity solutions, recently announced that its Identification Technologies division is introducing two miniaturised high frequency transponders to its Glass Tag family of radio frequency identification (RFID) tags. Each tiny Glass Tag Vigo™ HF (13.56 MHz) bio-glass cylinder measures approximately 0.1 inch in diameter (2 mm to 3 mm), and just one-half inch long (12 mm to 13 mm), and provides 1,664 bit user memory capacities. Glass Tag Vigo uni...

Urmet, the UK’s leading door-entry and access control manufacturer, introduces its easy-to-use access control solution that operates via GSM.  The intercom units, which are available with Urmet’s award-winning S-Steel panel, use a SIM card for communication and access control. When activated, a call is established to a pre-designated number – either a landline or a mobile telephone – creating a line of communication and giving the user the ability to open up to two a...

The Morse Watchmans KeyWatcher Touch enables security management to easily notify a user via email This week at ISC West, Morse Watchmans is demonstrating a variety of offerings that highlight their industry leading key control technology. Used in applications ranging from schools to museums to casinos and from hospitals to correctional facilities, Morse Watchmans key control and management solutions help improve operational security by providing comprehensive safeguarding and...

PPM is launching a special Spring Promotion to emphasise support of cross-platform solutions PPM 2000, the industry’s leading authority on incident management, is demonstrating the strength of incident management software to deliver business intelligence and measurable ROI as a mission-critical element of PSIM (Physical Security Information Management) initiatives. At this year’s ISC West show, PPM is showcasing all four editions of Perspective by PPM™, the c...

The Dortronics 43211-CB Communicating Bathroom System is ideal for use in a two-door restroom facility Dortronics Systems, Inc., the industry's leading provider of standard and custom finish door control products, introduces a new communication-capable, fail-safe control system for public restroom applications at ISC West (booth #1037). The 43211-CB Communicating Bathroom System provides power to operate most low voltage locking mechanisms including maglocks, strikes and elect...

The new Dortronics brochure features the full line of door interlock and mantrap control products Dortronics Systems, Inc. is debuting its newly published Mantrap Solutions brochure at ISC West, featuring the full line of door interlock and mantrap control products including the 4300, 4700 and 4900 series interlocks and the 5200 series switches. In addition to highlighting Dortronics products, the 20-page brochure also serves as a reference tool and selection guide for interl...

SAFE 4.8 centrally manages physical identities and access across diverse physical and IT security systems Quantum Secure, the world’s leading provider of enterprise software to streamline physical identity and access management across multiple systems, is marking five consecutive years of hyper growth with over five million identities now managed by its flagship software suite globally. New customer wins in a number of markets, new partner relationships, a strong roster...

The exterior grade switches are constructed are for use in even the most unforgiving environments Dortronics Systems is unveiling its new line of WR5276 heavy duty push button switches this week at ISC West (booth #1037). The exterior grade switches are constructed of brushed stainless steel for use in even the most unforgiving environments and are rated to a sealing degree of IP65. “The addition of the WR5276 Series is a natural extension of our push button control...

The new electromagnetic locks offer smart features in a slim configuration and deliver fail-safe operation Dortronics Systems recently introduced two new electromagnetic locks for use with a variety of door and frame types at ISC West (booth #1037). The 1107xD maglock and the 1107xEDR delayed egress actuating maglock offer smart features in a slim configuration and at a competitive price. Both units deliver fail-safe operation, releasing instantly upon command or loss of power...

 Quantum Secure’s SAFE Visitor Manager automates the entire visitor identity management lifecycle Quantum Secure, the leading provider of enterprise software to streamline physical identity and access management across multiple sites and systems, continues to build on their SAFE software solution with new enhancements and upgrades featured at this year’s ISC West show. “Our objective is to increase security while decreasing costs for customers of our SA...

The new Galaxy DRM is engineered for use with legacy RS485 UTP cabling Galaxy Control Systems, a leading manufacturer of integrated access control, video and security solutions, is introducing a new Dual Reader Module (DRM) here at ISC West. The new Galaxy DRM, designed for use with the company’s 635 Dual Serial Interface (DSI), is engineered for use with legacy RS485 UTP cabling. It enables multiple readers to be connected in a variety of configurations without the need...