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ASSA ABLOY Access Control appoints Gareth Ellams as Managing Director

Gareth will continue ASSA ABLOY's journey of integrating with third party OEMs to provide innovative access control solutions ASSA ABLOY Access Control, a UK division of ASSA ABLOY, the global leader in door opening solutions has appointed Gareth Ellams as its new Managing Director. Gareth has twenty years of experience working in the security industry, including two years at ASSA ABLOY where he launched a number of new products into EMEA including Aperio® L100. Cost-eff...

Security and Counter Terror Expo 2016: Charter Global to debut Obexion security shutters

Obexion security roller shuttersprovide the highest level of security available for high risk locations Charter Global will exhibit their Obexion range of security shutters for the first time at this year’s Security and Counter Terror Expo, Olympia, London. Obexion is designed for high risk locations The Obexion team will showcase their range of high security roller shutters. The 'Obexion MD SR5' shutter is certified to LPS 1175, Issue 7, SR5 and is designed to provide...

All-over-IP Expo 2016 announces Start-Up sessions to support new exhibitors

Start-Up Sessions will provide the perfect opportunity for new global exhibitors to stand out and connect with local industry All-over-IP Expo, a Russia-s leading networking platform for global IT, surveillance and security vendors, key local customers and sales partners since 2008, has announced the launch of Start-Up Sessions that support new exhibitors. At this year’s event, taking place in Moscow on 23 and 24 November, Start-Up Sessions will provide the perfect oppo...

Saudi Safety & Security 2016 to focus on risk assessment, infrastructure security and fire protection issues

The SSS will consist of workshop-led programme, covering a wide spectrum of security and safety sectors Saudi Arabia’s leading security, fire and safety workshops and exhibition will return in May 2016. The renowned event will be taking place from the 16-18 May 2016 at The Dhahran International Exhibitions Center, Dammam, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Saudi Safety & Security Forum and Exhibition, annually attracts industries from the Eastern Province of Saudi Arabia, the...

BSI releases private label Centurion AM Acousto-Magnetic Electronic Article Surveillance systems

Best Security Industries (BSI), a premiere provider of certified, pre-owned and private label electronic article surveillance (EAS) systems and engineered IP video solutions, recently announced the addition of a new line of private label Acousto-Magnetic (AM) Electronic Article Surveillance (EAS) systems, branded Centurion AM. Various configurations available The Centurion AM Systems come in a variety of configurations including stand-alone pedestals, door frame mounted and concealed loop solu...

Scan-X Security invests in five new x-ray machines from Nuctech

Scan-X new x-ray machines are NUCTECH CX6040BI - a dual-energy x-ray inspection system Scan-X Security, specialists in security screening, security x-ray machines and metal detection archways, has invested in an additional five new x-ray machines from leading manufacturer Nuctech to cater for a surge in demand for their products. Suitable for security and customs The Midlands based security firm operates globally and has invested over £250,000 over the last twelve...

Cognitec FaceVACS-Entry facial recognition software for automated passport control procedures

Cognitec released a new software version for its face recognition technology used in eGates for automated passport control procedures. Latest matching algorithm for recognising passport images FaceVACS-Entry combines smart hardware for facial image acquisition with market-leading software for verification processes, and is ready for integration into electronic gates (eGates) at border control checkpoints. The new software release, FaceVACS-Entry 5.3, includes Cognitec’s latest matching...

Feenics announces strategic partnership with Schneider Electric at ISC West 2016

AccessXpert is enabled by Feenics’ cloud-hosting capabilities to deliver advanced security, access control and alarm notification features Feenics, Ottawa, Canada, announced a strategic partnership with Schneider Electric, Dallas, and its new AccessXpert cloud-ready security management solution. Unveiled at ISC West 2016, AccessXpert provides building owners, managers and security personnel with mobile access, intrusion detection, access control, alarm management an...

SIA sponsored ISC West 2016 records highest numbers of security exhibitors and attendees

ISC West 2016 launched the SIA sponsored Connected Security Expo, offering keynotes addressing cyber security future Following a recent trend spanning the last several years, attendance at ISC West sponsored by the Security Industry Association (SIA) has once again broken new records. The 2016 edition of ISC West attracted the largest attendance and hosted the largest number and square feet of exhibits in the long history of ISC West. The ISC West exhibition floor saw a reco...

Aiphone introduces IX, an IP network based intercom system for communication with infinite number of doors

Aiphone has launched IX, a new IP network based intercom system which provides communication with an infinite number of doors and is designed to interact with other IP devices and security systems. The IX system offers video entry security, internal communication, emergency stations and multicast paging. All of these functions can be implemented between remote locations over large areas and distances, making IX an ideal solution for any type of application involving multiple locations such as a...

ACT launches ACT365 cloud-based integrated access control and video management solution

ACT, manufacturers of access control and VMS solutions, have launched their latest cloud-based product ACT365 in a unique way. Cloud-based integrated solution The challenge was to convey the major benefits of ACT365 in a simple yet interesting and fun manner. ACT365 is a cloud-based integrated access control and video management solution that can be accessed from anywhere in the world using a web browser or the ACT365 smart phone App. ACT365 suits applications that require remote access, need...

Carrie Eastwood joins Kings Security as Head of Sales for Guarding division

Her new role will see her grow both the manned and mobile security services of Kings Security Carrie Eastwood has joined Bradford based Kings Security, the largest privately owned provider of security systems in the UK, as head of sales for the business’ guarding division. Focusing on manned and mobile security services Carrie brings over 13 years of industry experience to her new role having previously worked for businesses including Securitas, VSG and The Keyholding...

HID Global integrates Seos technology and SureID identity management programs

HID and SureID integration enables organisations to verify the identity of vendors, contractors to increase security HID Global®, a worldwide leader in secure identity solutions, and SureID, Inc., a leader in identity management programmes and solutions, recently announced a technology alliance that combines HID Global’s breakthrough Seos® credential technology with SureID’s high-assurance identity management programs. These programs provide organisations...

Secutech 2016 to accommodate five specialised pavilions highlighting key technologies in Taiwan

Secutech is one of the most influential international exhibitions for electronic security, home security, info security and fire & safety Taipei will become the focus of the international security industry again as the 19th edition of Secutech is set to commence next week at the Taipei Nangang Exhibition Center in Taiwan. The show is renowned as one of the most influential international exhibitions and conferences for electronic security, home security, info security and f...

HID Global Seos credential technology to be embedded in NXP’s SmartMX-based secure element devices

NXP Semiconductors N.V. recently announced a strategic collaboration with HID Global®. The HID Global Seos® credential technology will be embedded in NXP’s SmartMX-based secure element devices. Through the collaboration, NXP and HID Global aim to enable the use of wearable devices, to open electronic locks at commercial buildings, hotels and workplaces in the future. Additionally, NXP and HID Global are cooperating on a broad range of opportunities to expand the adoption of secure...

ASSA ABLOY Aperio wireless cylinders, escutcheons, locks and server solutions integration with AXIS A1001 network door controller

The AXIS A1001 network door controller operates on a flexible platform, built to easily adapt as security needs at a site change. Now with seamless integration of Aperio® wireless cylinders, escutcheons, locks and server solutions, administrators can manage an entire AXIS access management system from a single, easy-to-use interface, controlling standard wired locks alongside Aperio® battery-powered locks from ASSA ABLOY. AXIS and Aperio integration offerings Once installed, an Aperio...

Panasonic's new European solutions company focuses on utilities, transportation and logistics markets

The new PSSEU will be led by Tony O’Brien who has over 20 years of experience in enterprise solutions Panasonic has recently announced the creation of a new European solutions company that will bring together its various business products and develop world class solutions for its customers, offering a single point of contact and accountability. Panasonic System Solutions Europe (PSSEU), a division of Panasonic Marketing Europe, founded on 1 April 2016, develops market s...

Camden Door Controls unveils SureWave CM-330 series of active infrared hands-free switches

Camden Door Controls, an industry-leading provider of innovative, high quality and competitively priced door activation and locking products, is proud to unveil its SureWave™ CM-330 Series of active infrared, hands-free switches. The complete range of wired, wireless and hybrid, wired/wireless models in the SureWave™ CM-330 series expands the application of touchless switches, delivering capabilities unprecedented in the market and redefining what touchless switches are capable of....

Bosch, Genetec and SecureXperts jointly develop IP video solution with Credentialed High Assurance Video Encryption technology

Bosch Security Systems, Inc., Genetec Inc. “Genetec”, and SecureXperts have collaborated in the design and development of an IP video solution that is resilient against unauthorised access, malware, brute force cracking and other exploit techniques. It uses Credentialed High Assurance Video Encryption (CHAVE™) technology to provide highly secure identification and authentication through multi-factor smart card credentials. This makes it ideal for mission critical applications a...

ISC West 2016: STANLEY Security showcases BEST SHELTER wireless lockdown solution for educational, business and healthcare environments

SHELTER combines cost-effective, code-compliant mechanicalhardware and proven technologies STANLEY Security, a leading global manufacturer and integrator of comprehensive security solutions for a wide range of industries, announces the launch of BEST® SHELTER™, a responsive lockdown solution, designed specifically for educational K-12, business and healthcare environments. SHELTER will be showcased - for the first time - at the International Security Conference and E...

ISC West 2016: Quantum Secure focuses on identity and visitor management trends with SAFE 5.0

Quantum Secure’s SAFE 5.0 represents the next generation in physical identity and access management software Quantum Secure, part of HID Global, a worldwide leader in secure identity solutions, is addressing prevalent identity and visitor management trends here at ISC West. Centred around the industry-leading SAFE Security Software, the exhibit features innovative solutions for visitor management along with mobile/IoT applications, analytics and enhancing the user ex...

ISD Tech to demonstrate benefits of Brivo OnAir and Eagle Eye VMS integration at Cloud Expo Europe

ISD Tech saw a 40% increase in revenue in 2015  driven in part by the rise in cloud-based security deployments ISD Tech, one of the UK’s fastest growing physical security systems integrators, announced recently that it will make its first appearance as an exhibitor at Cloud Expo Europe on 12-13 April, 2016 at London’s ExCel on stand 148. Increase in cloud-based security deployments Participation at the event cements ISD Tech’s forward-thinking commitme...

TDSi to discuss security and access control integration benefits at Midwich Technology Showcase North 2016

TDSi will be explaining the latest features of its security management software EXgarde 4.5 Integrated security manufacturer TDSi and its technology distributor Midwich, will be welcoming visitors to the Technology Showcase North event on Wednesday 13th April at The Royal Armouries in Leeds. benefits TDSi will be available to discuss the considerable of integrating access control and integrated physical security systems with other IT and business systems. Advantages for end-u...

ISC West 2016: HID Global mobility initiative expands capabilities of trusted IDs on mobile devices

A highlight of initiative is HID’s latest mobility solutions unveiled at ISC West, including goID platform, Mobile Access enhancements, & more HID Global®, a worldwide leader in secure identity solutions, has introduced a mobility initiative that includes solutions, services, investments and alliances that expand the capabilities of trusted IDs on mobile devices across a growing range of access control, authentication and Internet of Things (IoT) applications. A...

SIA sponsored ISC West 2016 receives positive response from security exhibitors and attendees

SIA Education@ISC West programme with its security sessions & informative presentations of Connected Security Expo were also a huge success Continuing the momentum that started on Day 1 of ISC West, sponsored by SIA, Day 2 once again saw heavy foot traffic as attendees descended on the Show Floor in large numbers to soak up as much information as possible from the 1,000+ exhibitors showing thousands of products. And just like Day 1, the crowded aisles continued right up un...

Galaxy Control Systems new online Video Learning Library to address dealers’ questions and concerns

Galaxy Control will revisit key topics periodically based on input from dealers and technicians to provide helpful and up-to-date support in future Galaxy Control Systems is developing an online Video Learning Library, a collection of videos to provide its dealer partners with convenient access to information they need to provide their customers with the best experience with Galaxy’s integrated access control, video and security solutions when and where they need it most...

ISONAS and Open Options partner to offer open platform access control software solutions

ISONAS announces its first integration with Open Options at ISC West 2016 in Las Vegas ISONAS Inc., a leading pure IP access control system manufacturer, recently announced that the company has partnered with Open Options, a premiere access control software manufacturer, to offer customers choice in access control software solutions. ISONAS continues to expand their open platform access control hardware solution and will announce their first integration with Open Options at I...

ISC West 2016: STOPware’s PassagePoint Visitor Tablet Solution improves visitor registration efficiency

PassagePoint visitor tablet solution is designed to improve convenience and efficiency of visitor registration At ISC West 2016, STOPware™, Inc., a global leader in visitor management technology, is unveiling their enhanced PassagePoint Visitor Tablet Solution, now with new features and functionality designed to significantly improve the convenience and efficiency of visitor registration. The tablet will be on display at the company’s booth (#19125). Delivers conv...

Altronix showcases latest Trove access and power integration enclosures at ISC West 2016

New additions include backplanes for AMAG, CDVI, KABA/KeyScan and Software House access controllers and accessories Altronix, the recognised leader in power and transmission solutions for the professional security industry, is showcasing new additions to its popular line of Trove™ access and power integration enclosures at ISC West 2016. Additions to the Trove offering include backplanes for AMAG, CDVI, KABA/KeyScan and Software House access controllers and accessories,...

ISC West 2016: Morse Watchmans KeyWatcher Touch electronic key cabinet features new security upgrades

Morse Watchmans KeyWatcher Touch features security and notification upgrades and ease of use improvements Morse Watchmans is introducing enhancements to its KeyWatcher Touch that are designed to make the key management system even more secure and more useful for today’s business needs. New features being presented at ISC West include security and notification upgrades and ease of use improvements, all driven by real-world customer feedback. Better cyber security and con...