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Key trends and future plans discussed at 4th Africa Airport Expansion Summit 2016

New airport technology is required in the air and on ground to improve runways, taxiways and other parts of airports Africa is home to 12% of the world’s population, but it accounts for less than 3% of the global air traffic. However African airports are very important for many international airlines due to their high profit and stable growth. Growing affluence across Africa has definitely generated greater demand for air travel. By 2034, eight of the ten fastest growing...

Nedap and AET Europe announce partnership on end-to-end ICT and physical security solution based on AEOS access control platform

Nedap and AET Europe announce a strategic partnership to offer end-to-end security based on Nedap’s access control platform AEOS. By embedding AET’s electronic identity products in AEOS door controllers, a converged solution with best of breed technology has become available to the market. The partnership enables companies to meet the highest applicable security standards and raise their protection levels against both physical and digital threats. Collaboration between physical secu...

Security-Net elects new Board of Directors, appoints Skip Sampson as Board President

Security-Net members appointed Skip Samson to the position of President of Board of Directors Security-Net, a global provider of security integration services, elected its new Board of Directors at its Annual Shareholders Meeting in late January at the Alsol Tiara Cap Cana Resort in Cap Cana, Dominican Republic. New president appointed The two-day annual meeting brought together members from North America and International members to review general business of the organisati...

ASSA ABLOY Access Control and Spica to showcase access control for data centres at Data Centre World 2016

The Aperio® KS100 Server Cabinet Lock will also be showcased, revealing how easy it is to monitor server cabinets ASSA ABLOY Access Control, a UK division of ASSA ABLOY, the global leader in door opening solutions, together with Spica will be presenting an integrated approach to access control within Data Centres at this year’s Data Centre World exhibition. Innovations in access control Held at Excel, London, on 12th and 13th April 2016, ASSA ABLOY Access Control U...

Intersec Buenos Aires expects increased security and fire industry participation this year

During three days, electronic security, physical security, fire protection, safety, and more products and services will be highlighted On September 7-9, it will be developed in La Rural Trade Center, in Palermo neighbourhood, the new edition of Intersec Buenos Aires, the most important South American event for the Fire, Security and Safety industry, organised jointly by Messe Frankfurt Argentina, the Argentine Chamber of Electronic Security (CASEL) and the Argentine Chamber of...

STANLEY Security's STANLEY Guard smartphone and cloud-based personal safety and security response suite

STANLEY Security, a leading global manufacturer and integrator of comprehensive security solutions for a wide range of industries, announces STANLEY Guard, a smartphone and cloud-based personal safety and security response suite. The STANLEY Guard Personal Safety app allows users – whether they are students, employees, or executives – to send alerts, including video and their GPS location, directly to their security command center for immediate response. The STANLEY Guard Security Re...

Integrated Biometrics appoints Alex Tan as Director of Sales for Asia Pacific

Tan will manage increasing demand for FBI certified fingerprint sensors for border security, national ID Integrated Biometrics LLC, developers of the smallest, lightest, most reliable energy-efficient FBI-compliant fingerprint scanners in the world is pleased to announce the addition of industry professional Alex Tan to its talented team of consultative sales engineers. Biometrics technology leader Alex Tan’s new role As Director of Sales, Tan will manage efforts in th...

SIA-sponsored Connected Security Expo @ ISC West to highlight leading authorities on physical and cyber security

The session will also explore how to evaluate the privacy risks around IoT deployments Connected Security Expo @ ISC West, sponsored by the Security Industry Association (SIA), will highlight some of the security industry’s leading authorities on physical and cyber security during its two-day educational programme, being held April 6-7, 2016, at the Sands Expo Center in Las Vegas. Focused on the latest trends in physical and cyber security, Connected Security Expo is des...

LOCKEN offers real-time communication with MyLocken mobile app and Bluetooth enabled Cyberkey

LOCKEN, a pioneer in cable-free access control based on unique digital smart keys, has become the first in the UK to provide real-time communication as part of a stand-alone solution. This achievement is made possible by the combined use of the MyLocken mobile application and the new Bluetooth enabled electronic Cyberkey. Instant alerts and communication Adding Bluetooth technology to the standard Cyberkey allows it to communicate directly with an Android or Windows smartphone. This means that...

Matrix integrates COSEC access control and time-attendance solution with SATATYA video surveillance solution to enhance security

Video surveillance and access control & time-attendance are integral parts of any organisation nowadays. However, an organisation will get the best out of both systems when they are integrated together and perform important functions to upgrade the organisation's security to the next level. Looking at market requirements, Matrix has integrated its access control & time-attendance solution (COSEC) with its video surveillance solution (SATATYA) on Ethernet to enhance security and rest...

2016 Securex West Africa speakers to discuss security and public safety issues in the region

Along with conference, technologies including surveillance systems, access control, fire safety, cyber & perimeter security will be exhibited With new speakers being confirmed almost daily, the line up for Securex West Africa Exhibition and Conference is cementing its position as the paramount security and public safety event for the Government and Private sector in West Africa. Running from the 1st – 3rd March 2016 at the Landmark Centre, Lagos. The security market...

Tyco Security Products launches facial biometrics within VideoEdge surveillance systems

Tyco Security Products introduces facial biometrics within VideoEdge video surveillance systems for immediate detection and verification of individuals. Biometrics can be added to VideoEdge NVR Facial biometrics can easily be added to a VideoEdge network video recorder (NVR). Users can quickly conduct a SmartSearch within VideoEdge to automatically find a matching face and view the associated corresponding video. This allows security operators to identify criminals, terminated employees, VIPs...

Vingtor-Stentofon by Zenitel to demonstrate PULSE Enterprise intercom system at ISC West 2016

PULSE Enterprise removes the need for a centralised server, creating an intercom system unlike anything else on the market Continuing a 70-year tradition of innovation excellence, Vingtor-Stentofon by Zenitel Group announces the debut and live demonstration of PULSE Enterprise, at ISC West, April 6-8 inside the Sands Expo in Las Vegas, Nevada. PULSE Enterprise - cost-effective and scalable system PULSE Enterprise shatters the expectation that high definition (HD) quality...

Genetec to provide insights on cybersecurity and physical security innovations at ISC West 2016

ISC West attendees will experience a strong Genetec focus on cybersecurity under the banner of “Security-of-Security” At ISC West 2016 Genetec™, a leading provider of open-platform, unified IP security solutions, invites ISC West 2016 attendees to visit its newly-designed experience center at booth #26 057 for a look at technology, trends, and insights that are shaping the physical security industry in 2016 and beyond. ISC West runs April 6th - 8th, at th...

Zwipe ID fingerprint authentication for access control security systems ISC West 2016 launch

Zwipe ID utilises Zwipe’s patent pending biometric authentication technology Zwipe recently announced the release of Zwipe ID©, a card with fingerprint authentication capabilities targeted for the global Access Control market. With the same format as a standard card, Zwipe ID© is targeted towards mainstream Access Control security systems. The Zwipe ID© card will be launched at the ISC West tradeshow April 6-8 at the Sands Expo in Las Vegas. Self-containe...

COMPRION and P3’s new nano tracer monitors and analyses contactless payment transactions

Mobile payment is starting to revolutionise the way we pay. Regardless of already existing contactless communication standards such as NFC and EMVCo, the payment service providers and terminal vendors are still coping with teething problems resulting from the large number of smartphones, point-of-sale (POS) terminals, and technologies used. Test solution manufacturer COMPRION and test service provider P3 have teamed up to develop a dedicated test tool – the nano tracer – making sure...

Vingtor-Stentofon TCIV IP and SIP video station for treacherous, noisy, and demanding environments

Vingtor-Stentofon’s 70 year history in excellence sets the foundation for the TCIV: a powerful IP and SIP video station designed to withstand treacherous, noisy, and demanding environments. TCIV sets the global standard in solving the problem of unintelligible communications. HD quality, broadcast level amplification audio with active noise cancellation, and HD video provide unparalleled effectiveness in user comprehension and communication. Problems solved using TCIV: Businesses benefit...

Bolton Gate's 30th engineer earns Door & Hardware Federation powered gate safety diploma

Andrew Whistle is the 30th Bolton Gate engineer to earn the diploma after attending recent 2-day DHF training course at Scunthorpe Bolton Gate, the nationwide industrial door and gate company, has seen its 30th powered gate engineer pass the Door & Hardware Federation (DHF) powered gate safety diploma training course. Andrew Whistle, who joined the company last year, earned his diploma after attending the recent two-day training course held at Scunthorpe. Bolton Gate, a...

Wayne Campbell appointed Advance Technology's Director of Operations

Campbell is trained and versed in a variety of systems and processes focusing on superior customer service New Director of Operations Wayne Campbell is bringing his vast knowledge of customer service, leadership and change management to the award-winning and growing Advance Technology, Scarborough, Maine. Campbell is trained and versed in a variety of systems and processes focusing on superior customer service, including Toyota’s ‘Lean’ Tools/Methods and SMAR...

AMAG announces OnSSI as certified member of its Symmetry Preferred Partner Programme

As certified partner, OnSSI’s Ocularis 5 video management software integrates with AMAG Symmetry V8 access control AMAG Technology, an integrated security provider of access control, video management and identity management solutions, is proud to announce that On-Net Surveillance Systems, Inc. (OnSSI) is a certified member of AMAG’s Symmetry™ Preferred Partner Programme. As a certified partner, OnSSI’s Ocularis 5 video management software integrates wit...

The Aspen Institute Homeland Security Program announces debut Aspen Security Forum: Global in London

Aspen Security Forum: Global will convene international security experts and is meant to compliment annual US-focused Aspen Security Forum The Aspen Institute Homeland Security Program announces the debut Aspen Security Forum: Global. The event will convene top-level present and former government officials, leading thinkers, noted press and broadcast journalists, and other international security experts to discuss issues including the threat of ISIL, the role of NATO, cybersec...

Engineers of Tomorrow competition registration now open to fire & security apprentice engineers

Successful entrants to Engineers of Tomorrow will be invited to pit their skills against each other in a live installation challenge at IFSEC 2016 The prestigious Engineers of Tomorrow annual competition is now open for the fire and security industry’s brightest young engineers to register their interest. Successful entrants will then be invited to pit their skills against each other in a live installation challenge at Europe’s largest security exhibition, IFSEC In...

Nedap launches version 3.2 of AEOS security management platform

Recently, Nedap has released software version 3.2 of its AEOS security management platform. To anticipate more quickly to emerging risks and threats organisations face nowadays, Nedap launches new software releases of its AEOS integral security management platform regularly. This enables Nedap to offer customers a secure product that always meets the latest requirements, while enhancing reliability and quality. As security systems are becoming more and more integrated, Nedap has invested in open...

Matrix COSEC door controllers integrated with ETERNITY phones for remote door access

Matrix COSEC has had a successful journey in the time-attendance and access control domains so far. The company has taken a step further to make conducting business easy and free of interference through COSEC-ETERNITY integration. This application facilitates the users of ETERNITY to unlock a door, configured with COSEC door controller, using digital key phones/extended IP phones/single line telephones. ETERNITY supports integration of the “Intercom” application with COSEC. In other...

Croma Security Solutions expands in Middle East with new Abu Dhabi office

Croma’s offering in the region includes security and fire control, CCTV, access control, guarding and FastVein biometric identification technology Croma Security Solutions Group PLC is opening a branch office in Abu Dhabi to better service new and existing clients in the Middle East. Its offering in the region includes security and fire control, CCTV, access control, guarding and its biometric identification technology – FastVein. The Group is sponsored by Platinu...

Ingram Micro to be acquired by Tianjin Tianhai in $6 billion deal, becomes part of HNA Group

Ingram Micro will facilitate the internationalisation of the HNA Group, Tianjin Tianhai's largest stockholder. They will have access to business opportunities in emerging markets, which have higher growth rates & better profitability Ingram Micro Inc. and Tianjin Tianhai Investment Company, Ltd. today announced that they have entered into a definitive merger agreement under which Tianjin Tianhai will acquire Ingram Micro for $38.90 per share in an all-c...

Vanderbilt achieves ISO 9001 certification for its commitment to quality management

Vanderbilt looks to meet the requirements of ISO 9001:2015, the latest revision of the standard Vanderbilt, a global leader in providing state-of-the-art security systems, has had its commitment to best in class quality management highlighted by achieving the prestigious ISO 9001 certification. This latest accolade is part of the company’s on-going efforts to make its processes as agile as possible and set the standard in an increasingly competitive market. ISO is the w...

Suprema BioSign fingerprint authentication solution for smartphones to be showcased at MWC 2016

BioSign’s small form factor offers versatile application options to other areas such as wearables, IoT, smartcards Suprema, a global leader in biometrics technology, recently announces the launch of BioSign, a fingerprint authentication solution for smartphones, supporting World's Smallest sensor size of 16mm2 (4x4mm). BioSign reflects Suprema's expertise in fingerprint technology Suprema, one of the 50 largest security companies in the world, is a leading provider of...

ADT Corporation acquired by Apollo Global Management in $15 billion deal to merge with Protection 1

The merger agreement includes a “go-shop” period, during which ADT and its Board of Directors may actively solicit, receive, evaluate and potentially enter into negotiations with parties that offer alternative proposals ADT, a leading provider of monitored security, interactive home and business automation and related monitoring services in the United States and Canada, today announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement to be acquired by an affiliate o...

ISC WEST 2016: Matrix SATATYA SAMAS enterprise VMS and COSEC access control solution to be showcased

SATATYA SAMAS enterprise VMS provides complete centralised control over security and safety Matrix, a leading manufacturer and provider of telecom and security solutions, is participating in the ISC WEST 2016 (Stand no: 1042), Las Vegas, USA from 6th to 8th April 2016. Matrix will be showcasing its IP Video Surveillance, and Access Control solutions at the event. Matrix COSEC access control solution Matrix is known for offering value driven solutions catering to diverse comp...