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Houses of worship have always had special security concerns, as they are uniquely vulnerable open environments In response to the rise of attacks on houses of worship in the U.S. and around the world, ASIS International, the world’s largest membership association for security management professionals, is providing a suite of free resources to help support those responsible for protecting these vital community institutions. Escalating threats towards faith-based communit...

Tyco Security Products announces the release of the S700e intelligent IP Reader and companion S700 Exit Reader  Tyco Security Products, part of Johnson Controls, announces the release of the S700e intelligent IP Reader and the companion S700 Exit Reader from CEM Systems, extending the powerful reach of CEM Systems’ AC2000 access control and security management system. IP card reader and controller This next generation IP card reader and combined controller is the...

Door-stop doors are weather-proof, police approved, energy efficient and come with a secure guarantee The latest update to the Building Regulations has outlined that any new building will require a front door that adheres to the United Kingdom Accreditation Service (UKAS) PAS24 2016 security regulation. As such, UK composite door manufacturer Door-stop has responded to this by launching a new, tougher slab. Door-stop new security door Door-stop’s new security slab is...

C•CURE 9000 v2.60 offers advanced access control policy enforcement and customisation Tyco Security Products, part of Johnson Controls, introduces the newest version of its C•CURE 9000 security and event management platform that offers new functionalities for enhanced compliance controls and increased operational efficiency Advanced access control policy enforcement C•CURE 9000 v2.60 offers advanced access control policy enforcement and customisation, after-ho...

ISO 14001 is a framework for environmental management best practice ASSA ABLOY Security Doors, a UK division of ASSA ABLOY, the provider of door opening solutions, has been awarded ISO 14001 accreditation at its Lisburn manufacturing plant in Northern Ireland. ISO 14001 is a framework for environmental management best practice to support organisations in minimising pollution, reducing environmental footprint, conforming to legislation and developing their business in a susta...

Dahua's solution will save time and energy, but also deliver more effective and efficient services In recent years, the solid growth of the urban population has led to a surge in demand for services, creating huge pressure; especially for public services such as buses and taxis. Public transportation services are closely related to the everyday life of urban citizens. During the economic downturn, the pressure of survival is soaring. Phenomena such as late night robberies, ru...

Brivo OnAir combines access control technology, video surveillance and mobile credentialing in a unified cloud-based security platform Brivo, the provider of cloud-based physical access control systems and mobile credentials, and Mercury Security, a global provider of OEM access control hardware, announces the integration of the Authentic Mercury open platform into Brivo’s flagship OnAir access control system. “We have always believed in open standards for our phy...

ISO defines parameters for compliance with the highest standards of quality, environmental responsibility Identiv, Inc. announces that it has been awarded the sustainable, environmentally responsible ISO 14001:2015 standard and the new quality management ISO 9001:2015. ISO (International Standards Organisation) defines parameters for compliance with the highest standards of quality, environmental responsibility, and other characteristics of world-class organisations’ ope...

The new FaceStation 2 is a contactless facial recognition device with an adjustable wall bracket  BioConnect and Suprema will be at ISC West 2017 demonstrating the newest innovations in biometrics, security and identity in booth no. 22075. New facial recognition, dual-factor cabinet lock, cybersecurity and mobile solutions will be demonstrated in the joint booth.  With cybersecurity issues seemingly ever-more prevalent and the development of more user-friendly secur...

Key Tracker’s latest controlled key cabinet with integrated ievo Ultimate Biometric Reader Integration of cutting edge biometric recognition technology and key management systems is offering the very highest levels of security for organisations managing large number of priority keys. The system is the result of cooperation between ievo Ltd, the Newcastle-based manufacturer of biometric recognition systems, and Keytracker Ltd, the Midlands manufacturer of key management...

All security investments are measured on how they contribute to the shift in mindset Organisations are transforming their security spending strategy in 2017, moving away from prevention-only approaches to focus more on detection and response, according to Gartner, Inc. Worldwide spending on information security is expected to reach $90 billion in 2017, an increase of 7.6 per cent over 2016, and to top $113 billion by 2020. Spending on enhancing detection and response capabilit...

Latest products from Bosch, Dallmeier, IDIS, Panasonic, Pelco and Samsung Wisenet are included in the publication Pro-Vision, the UK distributor of security equipment has recently launched its latest 216 page product catalogue (dated March 2017) featuring the very best in branded CCTV, Access Control and Public Address equipment. David Westwood, External Sales Manager for Pro-Vision told us, “The very latest products from Bosch, Dallmeier, IDIS, Panasonic, Pelco and Sam...

Dahua presented its products and solutions for customers to experience on site at Intersec Dubai 2017 Dahua Technology, a manufacturer and supplier of video surveillance products headquartered in Hangzhou, China, attended Intersec Dubai 2017, which took place 22nd-24th January. ANPR and face recognition Intersec Dubai is the world’s leading trade fair for security, safety and fire protection. For 18 years, Intersec has proven to be the no. 1 business platform in the Mi...

RTI has announced new video intercom support for select RTI controllers and third-party intercom-enabled devices Remote Technologies Incorporated (RTI), a control and automation manufacturer for residential and commercial settings, has announced new video intercom support for select RTI controllers and third-party intercom-enabled devices. Ideal for front door access, security gates, intra-office, and room-to-room applications, this new capability allows users t...

The SALTO XS4 GEO cylinder for swing handles enables IT managers to fully control who can access the server racks and when With the growth of the Cloud and ever increasing amounts of confidential data, both business and personal, being held on servers it is more important than ever that that such data is protected and secure against unauthorised access. Stand-alone access control Specially designed to fit most swing handle server racks, the SALTO XS4 GEO cylinder for swing h...

SFM6000 Series brings significant improvements on hardware side to provide a robust solution for applications with harsh environment Suprema, a provider of biometric solutions, announced the launch of its new SFM6000 Series fingerprint embedded modules. Optimal fingerprint authentication Loaded with the range-leading 1GHz CPU and latest Suprema algorithm, the new SFM6000 Series achieves the world’s fastest matching speed of up to 5,000 matches per second and massive us...

NEC's experience includes the provision of 24/7 security monitoring and emergency response to cyber incidents NEC Corporation and Infosec Corporation, a specialised security company belonging to the NEC Group, have announced the establishment of Infosec America, Inc. as a Security Operations Centre (SOC) in Santa Clara, California, USA. The new company is a wholly owned subsidiary of Infosec Corporation. Operation of this new SOC is slated to begin in April 2017. 24/7 securit...

MorphoCloud includes services for fingerprint and palmprint search and verification, as well as face recognition MorphoTrak, a key provider of biometric services to law enforcement and other agencies, will donate access to MorphoCloud, a cloud-based collection of services, to West Virginia University to support the university's highly-regarded research and education programs in biometrics and forensics. Close academic partnership MorphoTrak, a subsidiary of Safran Identity a...

The military and civil service experts covered the core areas of EW across air, land and sea EW Singapore greeted 282 attendees on 17-18 January to the Marina Bay Sands, Singapore. The two-day conference fulfilled the requirements of the EW community with a regional flavour and focused on the issues that particularly affect Southeast Asia. Future of Electronic Warfare The conference addressed the theme “The Future of Electronic Warfare in the Asia Pacific Region”...

Esteban Pastor and Joe Fryd will strive to deliver highest level of technical support and service ZKAccess, a division of ZKTeco and provider of biometric and RFID security solutions, is pleased to welcome Esteban Pastor to its Tech Support team and Joe Fryd to its Sales Support team. Previous work experience Pastor has a diverse background in communication and technology. After working in broadcasting, he later joined a worldwide electronics company where he provided techni...

The conference will adapt a cross-border collaborative approach in tackling threats to homeland security The highly acclaimed Milipol Asia-Pacific Conference, returns this year from 4th to 6th April, 2017, at the Sands Expo and Convention Centre, with a world class line-up of international speakers who will be sharing their latest insights on the homeland security environment. Themed ‘Emerging Threats – The Case for Collaborative Public Safety’, the three-day...

Convergence India 2017 is a veritable non-stop feast of knowledge with innovative solutions on display Every year technology czars and start-ups alike descend on New Delhi to either showcase the amazing products and solutions or to clinch deals behind the scene at Convergence India. Connecting with industry leaders, hitting the show floor, and listening to highly sought after industry experts, the three-days spent at Convergence India are energising for participants. Converg...

Valerus and VAX each employ browser-based thin clients, simplifying installation and system upgrades Vicon Industries, Inc., a designer and producer of video security systems and high-performance IP cameras, announced that its new Valerus video management solution now includes integrated connectivity with VAX, Vicon’s highly regarded access control solution. Simple to programme The integration, which enables the display of live and recorded Valerus video from inside th...

The GT system offers handset and hands-free communication with up to 4 security guard stations and 16 entry panels Aiphone has updated its GT video intercom system with the introduction of a new high resolution camera and a 7” LCD monitor screen. GT video intercom system The GT system was introduced by Aiphone as a flexible and easy to use video intercom system for small multi-tenant buildings to large private housing developments. Over the years it has also proved to...

MilSim Asia 2017 was themed “Military Training for an Evolving Technological and Geopolitical Landscape” MilSim Asia greeted 367 attendees on 17-18 January 2017 to the Marina Bay Sands, Singapore. The two day conference fulfilled the requirements of a military simulation, training and education event in Asia. The conference addressed the theme “Military Training for an Evolving Technological and Geopolitical Landscape”. Day one of the conference featur...

Convergence India 2017 and IoT India expo 2017 was a record-breaker in terms of participation and attendance Convergence 2017 was all about connectivity – both in the form of the technologies displayed and launched and in the face-to-face business networking taking place throughout the show. Convergence India 2017, the 25th anniversary of South Asia’s largest gathering of innovation and connectivity in the ICT, broadcast and digital media industries, concluded. Di...

This year the conference had impressive level of seniority and scale with over 170 unique visitors UDT Asia took place on 17 – 18 January 2017 in Singapore. To maximise engagement opportunities, the event ran in parallel with MilSim Asia, AOC Electronic Warfare Singapore and Remote Healthcare Asia. Enhancing technological innovations This year the conference had impressive level of seniority and scale with over 170 unique visitors and 17 VIPs and 22 speakers from 19 n...

The AOP530 is a two-way speaker microphone with echo cancellation and full-duplex communication Louroe Electronics, a provider of audio monitoring within the security industry, will introduce next generation advanced audio technology at ISC West 2017 with two new products, the Verifact A USB microphone and AOP530 speaker microphone. Both products boast new features that improve network device integration, installation time and sound clarity. The official release date for the V...

The event ran in parallel conferences on Undersea Defence Technology and Electronic Warfare The Remote Healthcare Asia 2017 (RHCA’17) conference took place on 17 – 18 January 2017 in Singapore. The event ran in parallel with conferences on Undersea Defence Technology, Electronic Warfare and Military Training and Simulation at Marina Bay Sands. Having launched for the very first time in Asia and with the support of the UK Defence Medical Services the conference qu...

Convergence India 2017 and Internet of Things India 2017 expo are unveiling the future of being connected The Convergence India 2017 expo and Internet of Things India 2017 expo (IoT India 2017) opened its doors, celebrating the 25th anniversary of South Asia's most influential and relevant trade event for the ICT, broadcast, and digital media industries. Ground-breaking technologies on display The expo runs through Friday, February 10, in Pragati Maidan, New Delhi,...