Access control news

Xtralis has customers in more than 100 countries and serves more than 60,000 customer sites Xtralis®, the world’s leading provider of early detection and visual verification safety and security solutions, has established its international operating headquarters in Dublin. The company, which has been a pioneer in safety and security for more than 25 years, has customers in more than 100 countries and serves more than 60,000 customer sites through a worldwide network...

Idesco’s solution to overcome an old security problem is a true victory for smart innovative thinking Idesco's newest and most ambitious innovation, AESCO, was honoured as an Innovative Achievement in Access Control Category at Detektor International Awards gala, held at SKYDD Exhibition in Stockholm. According to the jury, “Idesco’s solution to overcome an old security problem is a true victory for smart innovative thinking.” “We’ve been v...

Genetec has upgraded Security Center with various new features Security Center, Genetec’s unified security platform, which blends IP license plate recognition, video surveillance and access control into one easy-to-use platform, introduces a host of new features. Genetec, a leading producer of world-class IP unified security platforms, is attending the Essen Security trade show from September 25 to 28, 2012 in Essen, Germany. In its third consecutive year at this event,...

HID Global expands its iCLASS SE platform and adds architectural reader to the German market HID Global, a worldwide leader in secure identity solutions, recently announced it will showcase its comprehensive range of breakthrough innovations to create, use and manage secure identity at Security Essen in Essen. As well as announcing additions to its award-winning iCLASS SE® platform that provides the highest level of security, privacy and portability, the company is launchi...

HID to bring a panel of high profile participants to debate on corporate ID security in a mobile world HID Global’s end user event at Security Essen is set to become one of the most talked about side events of 2012 as the company brings together a strong panel of high profile participants to debate the on-trend question: Is your corporate ID secure in a mobile world? Vodafone’s Head of Corporate Security and Safety, Dr. Rolf Reinema joins the Group Security Cyber...

Dortronics Systems, Inc. showcases its 5278 Series of proximity-activated switches this week at ASIS (Booth #: 3231). The touchless switches incorporate industry-leading functionality and design to help users maintain a sanitary environment. Optical infrared technology allows a simple wave of the hand to activate this economical solution for touchless ingress/egress. “When utilised with electronic locks and automatic door operators, the new 5278 can greatly reduce the potential to spread...

Perhaps one of the most innovative solutions in the security industry is the mantrap control system, and visitors to this year’s ASIS International Annual Seminar and Exhibits will have the opportunity to see a wide range of these devices at the Dortronics Systems, Inc. booth (Booth #: 3231). The featured display includes a complete selection of door control products ranging from simple two-door units to custom-programmable, 128-door, multifunction units. Also highlighted are related prod...

3VR, the video intelligence company, recently announced the integration of its Video Intelligence Platform with Veridocs identity authentication and compliance solution. This will enable 3VR customers to better combat fraud and reduce investigation time by associating video events with the use of fraudulent identification documents “Our partnership with Veridocs underscores our vision for the Video Intelligence Platform – to allow 3VR customers to deploy a wide variety of applicatio...

HID Global®, trusted leader in solutions for the delivery of secure identity, recently announced its OMNIKEY® 5427CK Chip Card Interface Device and keyboard wedge reader, which eliminates complex software lifecycle management issues in the field by allowing integrators to design contactless solutions without having to install or maintain drivers. These contactless readers are commonly used for secure print authentication applications in printers and copiers, for SSO solutions, and for ac...

CNL’s IPSecurityCenter offers a single common operating platform for organisations critical security systems CNL Software, a world leader in Physical Security Information Management (PSIM) software, is pleased to announce the deployment of an Arabic language version of its IPSecurityCenter™ PSIM solution as part of a localisation project supporting customers in the Middle East. IPSecurityCenter provides a single Common Operating Platform (COP) for all of an organi...

Interlogix will resell HID Global's EasyLobby SVM software HID Global, a worldwide leader in secure identity solutions, recently announced that it has partnered with Interlogix to deliver integrated security solutions spanning intrusion detection, access control and visitor management. Interlogix, a leading provider of security and life safety solutions for both residential and commercial applications, will also resell HID Global’s EasyLobby Secure Visitor Management (SV...

Honeywell’s new MB-Secure panel is an open platform which includes hardware board running firmware Honeywell recently announced it will launch its new generation intruder and access control panel MB-Secure® at Security Essen 2012, The World Forum for Security and Fire Prevention, taking place from 25th to 28th September 2012 in Essen, Germany. Installers and Honeywell partners can preview the latest Honeywell innovation on the Honeywell Stand 211 in Hall 3.0. Un...

Elpas, part of Tyco Security Products and a recognised global provider of RTLS Safety, Security and Visibility Solutions, announces the availability of its new Man-Down Emergency Call Transmitter. The Man-Down Emergency Call Transmitter is a holster-worn Active RFID Tag which delivers wireless monitoring and tracking of lone workers, prison guards and security personnel who may be subject to attack or injury in high-risk workplace environments. The transmitter combines RF/IR/LF indoor RTLS tech...

Smart card credentials are expected to lead the next generation of credentials The $400 million global access control credential market is set to be rejuvenated by smart cards and near-field communication (NFC), according to a new study published by IMS Research, recently acquired by IHS Inc. Smart card credentials, which represent approximately 40 percent of the global credential market, are expected to lead the next generation of credentials used for physical access control...

EasyLobby is tightly integrated with over 40 of the most popular access control systems HID Global®, trusted leader in solutions for the delivery of secure identity, recently announced that it has entered into an agreement with RedCloud™, the industry's fastest growing provider of web-based, physical access control systems. The agreement will enable RedCloud to resell HID Global’s EasyLobby® Secure Visitor Management (SVM™) software as part of a comp...

The iCLASS SE platform also supports Seos digital keys from HID Global parent company ASSA ABLOY HID Global, a worldwide leader in secure identity solutions, recently announced that its new iCLASS® Seos™ card has been selected by the ASIS International organisation as a winner of the 2012 ASIS Accolades Security’s Best competition, which recognises the industry’s most innovative new technologies, products and services. Judges representing a cross-sector o...

The white paper, entitled, "What degree of risk should students accept?" is now available ASSA ABLOY Access Control has launched a new downloadable white paper to open a discussion on the issues surrounding security measures and access control in university accommodation today. The white paper, entitled, "What degree of risk should students accept?" is now available at www.assaabloy.co.uk/aperio and looks at the new style and range of accommodation together with expectations...

INSIDE Secure and TazTag introduced the TazPad V2, a fully featured seven-inch Android 4.0 (aka Ice Cream Sandwich, or ICS) tablet computer that gives solution providers an ideal solution for use in mobile banking, stock management, payment, ticketing, access control, identity and other sensitive and secure applications. Available now from TazTag, the new TazPad tablet combines the EMVCo-certified secure near field communication (NFC) capabilities provided by the INSIDE Secure SecuRead NFC modul...

GET Group (GET) and Graphic Security Systems Corporation (GSSC) are pleased to announce that the GET/Toppan eP600 ePassport System (eP600) is the first passport printer capable of personalising secure travel documents using GSSC’s Variable Stealth SI security feature. This is made possible due to the eP600’s unique printing features such as 600 dpi, solid pigment ink printing and ‘dot on dot’ printing method. The eP600 also offers automatic book feeding, on-line ePasspor...

The cloud-based integrated solution allows for a seamless, passive process Brivo Systems LLC, a leader in cloud applications for security management, and Asure Software, Inc., a leading workplace management software provider, announced a partnership that integrates Brivo’s ACS WebService software with the AsureSpaceTM Resource Scheduler solution. Brivo and Asure were each offering their unique cloud-based services to a major software company when the customer inquired...

AMID Strategies will provide education to A&Es and security consultants on the diverse range of Altronix products Altronix has teamed up with AMID Strategies to further increase the company's presence with architects and engineers (A&Es), and security consultants. AMID Strategies, which was launched by industry veteran Ayal Vogel earlier this year, will provide education to A&Es and security consultants on the unique applications and benefits of utilising the diver...

The new compact 6000 Series Videophone from Videx Security is designed for use in conjunction with the established VX2200 digital door entry system and has been created to bridge the price gap between audio and video installations. Suitable for one to one installations through to high rise installations making this a good all round choice for video door entry installations. The videophone, finished in brilliant white, includes a 2.4 inch high definition colour LCD TFT video screen as well as a...

Dirk Erat will be responsible for Media Relations, Internal and Online Communications Since September 1st Dirk Erat is the new Head of Communications at Cassidian. He succeeds Annette Scheck, who has been appointed Head of Strategy Integration and deputy to the Head of Strategy within Cassidian. In his new function Dirk Erat is responsible for the departments Media Relations, Internal and Online Communications, Brand Communications and Fairs & Exhibitions. He directly rep...

The company forecasts continued robust growth for the remainder of the year and beyond Leading Fire and Security firm HESIS Fire and Security is celebrating record growth in the first two quarters of 2012, with continued robust growth forecast for the remainder of the year and beyond. The Merseyside headquartered company - which delivers, installs and maintains fire detection, door entry access controls and closed circuit television - has won contracts the length and brea...

HID will meet OEMs, system integrators and security managers to discuss the secure identity challenges HID Global, trusted leader in solutions for the delivery of secure identity, recently announced it will showcase its world-class products and solutions for migrating to higher security physical access control at next week’s Skydd 2012, Security, Fire and Rescue Expo in Stockholm. In addition to announcing the latest additions to its award-winning iCLASS SE platform that...

Idesco also to display Access 8 CD 5 2.0 AES, the most secure access control reader in the world SKYDD 2012 starts next week in Stockholm and Idesco hope to see you there. They will be displaying a wide variety of exciting new innovations and products, chief among them their new AESCO security solution, leading access control nominee for the Detektor International Award.  They are proud of AESCO and the growing interest it has attracted.  Come see how easily and cost...

Lumidigm's fingerprint technology has been extended to read barcodes and authenticate credentials Lumidigm recently announced that attendees at the 2012 Biometric Consortium Conference (BCC) and Technology Exposition, September 18-20 at the Tampa (Fla.) Convention Center will be able to see how the company’s fingerprint technology can be extended to read barcodes and authenticate credentials.  Lumidigm will offer demonstrations of these capabilities at booth 214. &...

Dortronics demonstrates door control solutions from simple two-door units to multifunction units Perhaps one of the most innovative solutions in the security industry is the mantrap control system, and visitors to this year’s ASIS International Annual Seminar and Exhibits will have the opportunity to see a wide range of these devices at the Dortronics Systems, Inc. booth (Booth #: 3231). The featured display includes a complete selection of door control products ranging...

Dortronics' 5278 Series touchless switches showcased at ASIS 2012 Dortronics Systems, Inc. showcases its 5278 Series of proximity-activated switches this week at ASIS(Booth #: 3231). The touchless switches incorporate industry-leading functionality and design to help users maintain a sanitary environment. Optical infrared technology allows a simple wave of the hand to activate this economical solution for touchless ingress/egress. “When utilized with electronic locks an...

The PSIA has released seven systems specifications built with broad industry support Leading access control, intrusion detection, managed service providers, physical security information management (PSIM), video, and video storage vendors demonstrated the "plug and play" interoperability of their Physical Security Interoperability Alliance (PSIA)-compliant systems today during a series of demonstrations at ASIS 2012. The demonstrations showcased the utility of PSIA's newest s...