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With Apollo Cloud, users get four terabytes to manage, store, and share data both securely and privately, from wherever they happen to be, via iOS and other mobile devices, Macs and PCs Apollo Cloud is a secure cloud designed for small groups that makes it easier and safer to store, access and, for the first time, share digital content Promise Technology announced that Apollo Cloud, its first consumer product, is now available for purchase at Apple stores and Apple.com. Apoll...

DIRAK’s access control solutions are designed specifically for IT/server racks and outdoor enclosures DIRAK, Inc. has announced that it has entered into a partnership with PSA Security Network to distribute E-LINE by DIRAK’s premium access control solutions designed specifically for IT/server racks and outdoor enclosures. PSA Security Network is the world’s largest electronic security cooperative, composed of the most progressive security integrators through...

NEC ExpressCluster addresses fast recovery and continuous protection needs of business critical applications Open Options, the open architecture leader in access control, has partnered with NEC Corporation of America (NEC), a leading provider and integrator of advanced IT, communications, networking and biometric solutions, to offer DNA Fusion access control software users a high availably and redundancy solution. “Companies invest thousands of dollars in security syste...

AXIS Companion line is a complete professional security system for small businesses helping owners focus on enhancing business Axis Communications will be demonstrating its newly launched video surveillance solution at IFSEC International 2016, the AXIS Companion line, developed to address the small business segment. Responding to the market’s need for a simple, cost-effective solution, it has been crafted for small businesses such as shops, restaurants and offices that...

The Innovation Talks will include two presentations from John O'Donnell, Product Manager at Vanderbilt Vanderbilt has announced that it will host a series of free to attend Innovation Talks at IFSEC International 2016, which takes place on 21st-23rd June at ExCeL, London. Experts from the company will be joined by guest speakers from its technology partners, who will offer insight and guidance on a number of hot topics that are currently affecting the security industry. Each...

The integrated access control solution enhances security in the most unobtrusive way AMAG Technology, an integrated security provider of access control, video management and identity management solutions, is pleased to welcome Stone Lock Global as a certified member of AMAG’s Symmetry Preferred Partner Programme.  As a certified partner, Stone Lock Global’s Facial Recognition device integrates with AMAG’s latest Symmetry V8 Access Control System.&nbs...

Johnson Controls and Tyco will function independently up till the close of merger around Oct. 1, 2016 Johnson Controls and Tyco International has announced the senior executive team that will lead the combined company following the close of their planned merger, which is expected on or around Oct. 1, 2016.  New roles As previously announced, at the effective time of the merger, Johnson Controls Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Alex Molinaroli will be appointed to th...

The integration allows for easy configuration of NVR and DVR with access control Paxton, provider of electronic IP access control and door entry solutions, has announced the integration of its networked access control system, Net2, with a leading manufacturer of professional security and surveillance equipment, Dahua. The integration will provide a user-friendly interface to manage building security more easily. Integrating video and access control solutions This seamless in...

Delta experts will also review any Delta products to find out if they are in need of parts or servicing Delta Scientific, a manufacturer of counter-terrorist vehicle control systems used in the United States and internationally, has announced that, from June 1st until September 30th, 2016, it will provide "Free Barrier Compliance Analysis" to users of any Delta bollard, barrier, barricade or crash gate, no matter when installed. Recently, Delta has noted that, after years of u...

The commercial satellite communications contract is valid until 2023 Airbus Defence and Space has been awarded a contract worth 113.8 million euros by the procurement agency of German Armed Forces (BAAINBw) to provide commercial satellite communication services until 2023. Airbus Defence and Space has been providing these satcom services since 2006. Access to selected C- and Ku-band transponders The contract which is valid for the next seven-and-a-half years includes th...

GARDiS features an intuitive interface, designed and built directly around the needs of users and operators Integrated security manufacturer TDSi will be giving a sneak preview of its new forthcoming GARDiS software on stand F1200 at this year’s IFSEC International. TDSi will also be demonstrating how its systems can integrate with those of other key manufacturers including Milestone, ASSA ABLOY, Texecom and SimonsVoss at show, which runs from 21st to 23rd June...

Airbus Defence and Space aims to raise channel partners’ service quality  in the field of Professional Mobile Radio The Airbus Defence and Space subsidiary Secure Land Communications awarded sixteen channel partners with an official accreditation certificate recognising their employees’ high level of skills in the field of Professional Mobile Radio (PMR). Staff members employed by the channel partners were honoured in the framework of the exhibition Critical C...

Standardisation means that customers can use multiple electronic offline locks and handle them in the same way Nedap Security Management, the developer of the first open security management platform AEOS, is demonstrating the open standard for electronic offline locks at both the Nedap and the Assa Abloy stand at IFSEC 2016. Visitors to stand F1475 in Hall S7, at Excel, London, from 21st-23rd June will have the opportunity to see a live demonstration of the Open Security Stand...

The BioConnect Identity Platform provides an integration of Suprema's biometric solutions with the majority of leading access control systems BioConnect and Suprema have announced Suprema's launch of the BioConnect Identity Platform. Developed by BioConnect, Suprema's long-standing strategic partner in North America, the BioConnect Identity Platform provides an integration of Suprema's biometric solutions with majority of the leading access control systems in the global secur...

The integration of Paxton Net2 with Wavestore's VMS ensures that operators can instantly view video to visually verify access control events “In simple terms, the integration of Paxton Net2 with our VMS ensures that operators can instantly view live or recorded video to visually verify access control events,” said Enrico Bizzaro, Head of Integrations at Wavestore. “However, our respective engineering teams have worked closely together to achieve a level of fu...

Mr. Barnette succeeds Steve Wagner, who is retiring after spending a decade at Mercury Security, most recently as President ACRE, a global Electronic security solutions provider, today announced it has appointed Matthew Barnette as President of its subsidiary Mercury Security. Mr. Barnette will be responsible for leading Mercury through its next phase of growth as it continues to work with valued partners to leverage industry-proven Authentic Mercury technology to create open,...

ASSA ABLOY has developed an effective mechanical security digital offering As the security industry is in the midst of a digital revolution, ASSA ABLOY, the global leader in door opening solutions, will showcase its journey from mechanical to digital security at IFSEC 2016. Mechanical and digital security solutions Visitors can expect ASSA ABLOY’s stand at IFSEC 2016 to be the most impressive to date, as brands such as ASSA ABLOY, Yale, Abloy and Traka, exhibit their s...

PANCOM and PAC will showcase their product ranges and security solutions, including multi-site integrated systems High level integrated security systems specialist PACOM and access control solutions manufacturer PAC will be exhibiting together at this year’s IFSEC (21st-23rd June at ExCel, London) to showcase their product ranges and security solutions, from multi-site integrated systems to single door controllers. Integrated security management PACOM, a global leade...

IFSEC will feature a dedicated Smart Security Zone highlighting developments & technology inSmart Buildings and Home Automation Comelit UK will be returning to IFSEC International 2016 on stand G900. This year, the company will be showcasing a new range of home automation-compatible monitors, CCTV products, internal video and audio monitors and external door entry panels. Building further on last year’s successful launch of Comelit’s intelligent home automation...

The 2N acquisition addresses the growing IP video intercom market and strengthens Axis’ solution offering Axis acquires 2N, the number one company in IP intercom. The acquisition addresses the growing IP video intercom market and further strengthens Axis Communications’ solution offering. 2N is the number one player in the field of IP intercom, and also operates in other areas, for example IP audio and IP lift intercom. The company has well-established sales chann...

Embedding sustainability within any organisation requires a broad, strategic perspective. Scrutiny should include the physical infrastructure itself: According to the IEA, buildings consume around 30% of global energy. These considerations are already part of many architecture and design workflows. The demand for green building certifications, for example, is growing among decision-makers in the built environment space, according to a recent survey of 4,000 professionals.  Building life-c...

MeReal Biometrics' card can be used for payment and banking, access and identity, loyalty and healthcare cards Hong Kong's MeReal Biometrics will reveal its revolutionary new card technology in Hong Kong at the RISE mega tech conference on Wednesday, 1st June, 2016. RISE organisers will showcase MeReal Biometrics in the ALPHA section acknowledging the technology’s universal appeal. MeReal's "computer on a card" MeReal Biometrics will be welcoming visitors on 1st J...

ZKAccess COO Manish Dalal and CEO Larry Reed participating at PSA-TEC 2016 ZKAccess, a leading provider of biometric and RFID security solutions, recently returned from another successful appearance at PSA-TEC. Physical security education Presented by the PSA Security Network,  TEC is the premier education and networking event that is open to everyone in the physical security industry. TEC hosts representatives from physical security integrators, manufacturers, and othe...

All-over-IP Expo invests into developing innovative content to ensure that exhibitors capture new sales leads Annually, All-over-IP Expo invests into developing innovative content to ensure that exhibitors capture new sales leads. 35.9% visitors to All-over-IP Expo in 2015 indicated they were first-time visitors to the show, while the event attracted 4216 attendees well informed in advance about the brands on display, global guests and speakers, new products, cutting-edge-topi...

Trelock is a portable safety and security provider & a leader in the German bicycle market Allegion, plc a leading global security products and solutions provider, has agreed, through one of its subsidiaries, to acquire Trelock GmbH and related companies. The transaction is expected to close in the second or third quarter of this year, subject to regulatory approvals. Strong presence in Europe and Asia Trelock is a portable safety and security provider headquartered in M...

Nick will speak about regulations covering powered gates and the responsibilities of gate installers to educate themselves about them The UK’s foremost authority on powered gate safety, Nick Perkins, will be giving vital safety advice to gate installers and maintainers at IFSEC International, Europe’s largest security trade event. Nick is the training officer for the Door & Hardware Federation (DHF), the industry group which represents the leading manufacturer...

Smart Living range includes both the Keyfree and Keyless Connected door locks, Smart HD CCTV, and Smart Home Alarm kits ASSA ABLOY, the global leader in door opening solutions, will be exhibiting its product breadth at IFSEC that comes from years of expertise in the industry. The groups leading brands, including Yale, will be on stand E1100 in Hall S7 at Excel, London, from 21-23 June. Yale Smart Living range Yale will feature its state-of-the-art Smart Living range for the...

Forum will bring together experts, innovators & government professionals from throughout Australia, Indo-Asia-Pacific region & the world CIVSEC 2016 will be a major showcase of expertise, ideas and information in the fields of civil security and civil defence. It will be a congress of conferences, seminars and workshops that will address the complex and increasingly important challenges of civil security, border control, law and order, terrorism prevention and disaste...

When integrated with the C-CURE 9000 security and event management solution, Nedap's identification readers can identify vehicles and/or people from long-range distances Tyco Security Products introduces the integration of Nedap Identification Systems vehicle and driver identification technology with the C-CURE 9000 security and event management solution, part of Tyco Security Products’ complete physical access control solution.  Identification reader applicat...

Bell and Howell will contribute its expertise in mechatronics systems to the creation and deployment of UGVs As a leading provider of technology solutions and services for communications, commerce and industrial automation, Bell and Howell has signed on as a technology sponsor of Robolliance. Founded by Sharp Electronics Corporation, Robolliance is a forum for technology organisations and industry experts in robotics, surveillance and security to advance the understanding and...