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Industry leaders will share centrestage at Intersec's new Smart Home section to showcase their latest technologies The increasing interconnectivity of smart home technology and its influence on safety and security will be under the spotlight this month in Dubai, as global manufacturers prepare to launch their latest high-tech smart home solutions at Intersec 2016. With analysts Gartner predicting 6.4 billion ‘things’ – from toasters and teapots to cars and h...

Storm integrated keypad/readeruniquely exploits the use of lightand form Increasing use of architectural glass and polished stone wall finishes create unique challenges for installers of access control systems. Keypads and readers must be easily installed (or pre-installed) within the width of a door frame or mullion. They must also convey an uncompromised commitment to luxury, quality and style. Storm-AXS S60 keypad/reader To meet this demand for both innovative technology...

AMAG Technology certified partner, Bosch Security Systems, certified its digital recording solutions with Symmetry™ v8.0.1 access control system. AMAG Technology is an integrated security provider of access control, video management and visitor management solutions. Symmetry products give customers a comprehensive end-to-end software platform so users can manage all their security needs while reducing risk and meeting industry compliance.  AMAG Technology and Bosch cooperatively teste...

The livescan technology will enable tribes to participate in national criminal justice information services Spectrum Systems ("Spectrum") is pleased to announce that it has been awarded a contract with the Department of Justice (DOJ) Justice Management Division to provide livescan technology in support of the Tribal Access Program (TAP) for National Crime Information. DOJ recently launched the initial phase of TAP to provide federally-recognised tribes access to national crime...

Ms. Fenner has been in marketing positions within the professional security industry for almost 20 years The Security Industry Association (SIA) has announced that Janet Fenner, Director of Marketing North America for Samsung Techwin America, has been appointed to the position of Chair, SIA Marketing Committee. With more than 600 member companies, SIA is the principal professional security industry association for advancing member interests. Background “Janet’s a...

Now in its eight year, Mission 500 worksto focus security industry effortsto aid children through World Vision Mission 500 is expanding its fundraising activities to help children in need with the scheduling of the first annual Security Industry Hockey Classic. Confirmed for February 18, 2016 at York University in Toronto, Canada, the event will feature two hockey games followed by an awards ceremony and banquet. Proceeds from the event will go to World Vision’s programm...

2GIG GC3 all-in-one touchscreen panel provides home security, manages up to 232 smart home devices CES 2016 - Sands Booth #70936 - Nortek Security & Control LLC, a Nortek Company and leader in the security and home control markets, recently announced the highly anticipated, next generation 2GIG® GC3 all-in-one home security and automation panel will roll out to dealers in February 2016. 7" all-in-one touchscreen panel features With over 2.6 million panels installed i...

The UltraSync app allows users to receive push notifications over their mobile devices for individual events Smart home management just got more convenient. Homeowners using Interlogix’s ZeroWire™ smart home hub can now receive automatic mobile device notifications in their choice of language through its updated mobile app, UltraSync. Interlogix, a global leader in security and life-safety solutions, is part of UTC Climate, Controls & Security, a unit of United...

The keynote included presentation of clever connection between Internet of Things (IoT) and automotive world of today Volkswagen CEO Dr. Herbert Diess, DoorBird CEO Sascha Keller and Richard Choi from LG officially opened CES 2016 in Las Vegas with their keynote speech. The keynote included the presentation of the new VW electric car which VW used to demonstrate the clever connection between the Internet of Things (IoT) and the automotive world of today. IoT & automotive...

ZKAccess, a leading provider of biometric and RFID security solutions, is pleased to announce that it now offers PoE-powered solutions in its 1 and 2-door controller kits. The kits are capable of supplying power to all ZKAccess access control components, such as panels, multiple readers and 3rd party door locks. These kits with built-in POE provide the fastest, easiest, and least costly way to bring electronic security to the door. Cost efficient and easy installation ZKAccess has long been th...

Quantum Secure saw remarkable growth in its customer base in 2015 A number of factors, including high-quality new products, a customer-centric approach to security, new customers and updates to its SAFE software suite, combined to make 2015 a very good year for Quantum Secure, now part of HID Global, a worldwide leader in secure identity solutions.   “2015 was the best year in our company’s history, spurred by the introduction of new technologies, record...

The trial on BIM are currently being tested by a key group of UK consultants Nedap started a trial on Building Information Modeling (BIM) with a key group of UK consultants. BIM is a way of working to increase productivity in the building industry. It’s changing the way buildings, infrastructure and utilities are planned, designed, built and managed. BIM enables visualisation and risk analysis Ross Bale, Security Specialist at Nedap, says: “The building industry...

Matrix will be showcasing its well-engineered telecom, video surveillance, time-attendance and access control solutions Matrix, a leading manufacturer of enterprise grade telecom and security products, is participating in the 24th Convergence India Expo, New Delhi. Convergence is a leading B2B IT & ICT event that has been organised with the theme of “Digital India” this year. The event will focus on new-age technologies and merging business solutions that enric...

Siqura’s latest security developments in asset protection, Integrated Security Management System, and new camera line will be on show Siqura, (part of TKH Security Solutions) international supplier of advanced video surveillance solutions, is proud to announce that it will take part in Intersec Dubai, a trade expo showcasing security, safety and fire protection products and solutions. The company invites you to come and take a look at their two newest security developmen...

LTV experts will inform visitors about pioneering surveillance solutions for individual project requirements The BHE Congress video surveillance/access control in Fulda has become a comprehensive information platform for security managers as well as providers. On the 1st and 2nd March, 2016, LTV will be an exhibitor at BHE Congress for the first time. Reliable & discreet video surveillance and Full HD analogue products On two days, planners and installation companies, Lo...

Mr. Tolany is responsible for driving Silicon Labs’ revenue growth through global sales and distribution channel development Silicon Labs recently announced that Brandon Tolany, a sales and marketing executive with 20 years of experience in the semiconductor and electronics industry, has joined the company as Senior Vice President of worldwide sales. In this key executive role, Mr. Tolany is responsible for driving Silicon Labs’ revenue growth through global sales...

This acquisition aligns with CGI's global strategy to invest in strong, innovative products to enhance its portfolio Chamberlain Group, Inc. (CGI), announced recently the acquisition of two Antech Guardian affiliates, based in Tucson, Arizona. The affiliates, Guardian Traffic Systems (GTS) and Guardian Gate Hinges (GGH), are both part of Antech's Perimeter Access Solutions offerings. Diversifying product offerings The GTS line will support CGI's LiftMaster brand by diversify...

Matrix Comsec’s COSEC ARC DC 100P is an intelligent compact IP panel with PoE for a single door. ARC dramatically simplifies access deployment. COSEC ARC works in two modes – standalone with COSEC PANEL or in a centralised mode with COSEC CENTRA application server. The state-of-the-art COSEC ARC can control 2 readers on Wiegand or RS-485, door lock and other auxiliary devices making it an ideal solution for any access control installation. Key features: Compact, single door acces...

Fingerprints are formed by the so-called friction ridges on our fingertips. These characteristic lines in the skin are unique for every person and even for each finger. Thus, they are also suitable for the actuation of security techniques. Locks which can be opened by fingerprint, a few years ago exclusively known from Hollywood spy films, are now increasingly catching on also for corporate and home doors. One of the main reasons: people cannot forget their fingers, and the well-known regular ke...

Matrix will showcase its time-attendance solutions, COSEC access control and SATATYA SAMAS centralised management software Matrix, a leading telecom and security solutions company, will be participating at the INTERSEC 2016, Dubai. Matrix will be showcasing its well-engineered, enterprise grade security solutions encompassing time-attendance, access control and video surveillance solutions. “INTERSEC has proven to be a great platform for us to spread our business on an...

A recent poll conducted shows that homeowners feel safe if they were able to remotely monitor their homes Hikvision USA Inc., the leading provider of innovative, award-winning video surveillance products and solutions in North America, has partnered with Control4, a leading provider of home automation and control systems, to bring cutting edge video surveillance technology to the Smart House market. Hikvision cameras are easily integrated with the Control4 smart home operating...

Z-Wave’s goals for 2016 include looking at partnerships, launching IoT devices and giving consumers resources With a year of steady growth, new partnerships, a new online consumer education initiative and augmented security for Z-Wave IoT devices, the Z-Wave Alliance announces year-end milestones. Since the beginning of 2015, the Z-Wave ecosystem has seen almost 100 new member companies, the addition of 250 certified devices and another 15 million smart home devices ship...

Matrix, a leading telecom and security solutions provider, is launching a device that is facilitated with battery back-up – COSEC VEGA BBU. This wireless device, which is to be used in conjunction with COSEC VEGA devices, is specifically designed to assist in collection of employee attendance data where installation of punching devices may not be possible or power supply and wiring are major issues. Some of the unique features of COSEC VEGA BBU: Battery back-up: VEGA BBU can be used in...

Tyco will highlight its IQ panel, a robust wireless smart home solution, at the event in Las Vegas Tyco Security Products, part of Tyco, the world’s largest pure-play fire protection and security company, will showcase its connected home solutions in its debut appearance at the 2016 CES show, January 6-9, 2016, in Las Vegas. The world’s gathering place for consumer technologies provides an ideal platform to feature the company’s expanding range of techn...

The company has already completed training sessions in France and South East Asia Integrated security manufacturer TDSi is offering a programme of free authorised training sessions internationally to meet demand from installers, partners and customers around the world. The company has already completed training sessions in France and South East Asia with further dates to be announced. Offering latest technology trends and opportunities Kevan Fry, Senior Export Technical Supp...

Matrix COSEC has had a successful journey in the Time-Attendance and Access Control domains so far. It constantly aims at enhancing its products and solutions for providing better service and opportunity to grow & succeed to its customers. In accordance with this, Matrix is launching a new feature ‘Attendance on Move’! It is an additional feature that will be available for use with the Matrix COSEC APTA mobile application. The feature works on the GPS coordinates or Wi-Fi signals...

New and now available, Continentals’ new Access Control Integration Appliance (CA-AIA) is a compact solid-state network appliance that virtually fits in your hand and runs on an embedded OS, and comes ready-to-go, pre-installed with the latest version of robust CA3000 CardAccess enterprise class software (full Native Client and Web Client) providing integrated access, locking, alarms and video, and the fastest, fuss-proof installation ever. There's no software to install on any client or...

Integrated Biometrics is known for its ability to develop next wave of mobile fingerprint scanners Global events surrounding immigration, border security, and terrorism are driving increasing interest in advanced mobile fingerprint scanner technology from Integrated Biometrics, developers of the world’s smallest, lightest, most reliable FBI-compliant fingerprint scanners. Patented LES film technology This interest – specifically in the unique attributes of the co...

O’Neil will succeed Michael J. Stack, who will retire at the end of 2015 following a 22-year tenure as CEO ASIS International (ASIS) recently announced that Peter J. O’Neil, FASAE, CAE, has been confirmed as its new Executive Vice President and Chief Executive Officer. ASIS International (ASIS) is the largest membership organisation for security management professionals that crosses industry sectors. O’Neil will succeed Michael J. Stack, who will retire at th...

ISD expanded senior team to meet growing UK and global demand for its fully integrated fire detection and security solutions After increasing 2015 turnover by 40%, security systems integration specialist ISD Tech has expanded its senior team to meet growing UK and global demand for its fully integrated fire detection and security solutions. The company attributes its growth surge to an agile partnership approach that enables a painless transition from costly, cumbersome o...