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Timber doorset with ASSA ABLOY hardware successfully tested to PAS24 standard

The doorset featured UNION Optimus3 sashlock, Specification Skyline hinges and door handles as well as DC840 concealed door closer ASSA ABLOY UK has tested a timber doorset with a range of ASSA ABLOY hardware to the PAS24 standard. A UNION sashlock from its Optimus3 range was fitted in the timber doorset, offering high performance security, ideal for use in social housing, residential care home and student accommodation. It is also suitable for uniform door preparation in lar...

Myanmar Security Expo 2015 receives strong support from government and commercial sector

Some 2,107 government officials and commercial buyers connected with 75 exhibitors from 17 countries and regions Myanmar Deputy Minister of Finance, Mr Maung Maung Thein officiated the opening of the inaugural Myanmar Security Expo. Over the 3 days’ event, some 2,107 government officials, commercial buyers and media convened and connected with 75 exhibitors from 17 countries and regions. Close to 16% of the visitors are government officials and decision makers from priva...

Z-Wave Alliance launches integrator membership and training at CEDIA EXPO 2015

The Z-Wave Alliance membership will educate integrators & installers to create Z-Wave connected home experts The Z-Wave Alliance, a membership organisation dedicated to advancing the popular Z-Wave wireless smart home protocol, is debuting its first ever membership level aimed at the integrator community involved in smart home at CEDIA EXPO 2015. Installers interested in gaining a deeper knowledge of smart home installations will also have the chance to learn about the new...

ASSA ABLOY Security Solutions exhibits latest locking solution at MLA Expo 2015

UNION StrongBOLT and ASSA ABLOY’s DC700G-FT Security Door Closer exhibited at the event ASSA ABLOY Security Solutions, a UK division of ASSA ABLOY, the global leader in door opening solutions had a successful year at the MLA Exhibition, held at the International Centre, Telford. UNION StrongBOLT demonstrated UNION, an ASSA ABLOY Security Solutions brand, exhibited its new and innovative locking solutions, including the UNION StrongBOLT® range, known for its su...

Iris ID launches iCAM 7101S and iCAM 7111-U1 iris recognition readers with increased features and greater integration flexibility

Iris ID has announced its new IrisAccess iCAM 7000S Series readers, which delivers a variety of upgrades to the popular iris recognition system. The new iCAM iris readers deliver faster performance, increased features, applications and greater integration flexibility. They provide onboard memory of 100,000 records and improved flexibility and interaction with a colour touchscreen available. iCAM 7000S units feature iCAM 7000S units feature the robust countermeasure package experts say already...

ONVIF publishes Release Candidate for Profile A configuration

Profile A encompasses the tasks of common day to day access control functions ONVIF, the leading global standardisation initiative for IP-based physical security products, has announced the Release Candidate for Profile A, a draft specification that establishes an interface for access control clients and expands the configuration options for ONVIF conformant access control systems. Profile A configuration Profile A encompasses the tasks of common, day to day access control f...

Stanley E. Washington joins NXT-ID Board of Directors to maximise opportunities for disruptive technologies in mobile payment

NXT-ID builds its team of financial services and retail experts to maximise the opportunities for Wocket Smart Wallet NXT-ID, Inc. ("NXT-ID" or the "Company"), a biometric authentication company focused on the growing mobile commerce market and creator of the Wocket® smart wallet announces Mr. Stanley E. Washington, former long- term executive at American Express has been appointed to its Board of Directors. Over 25 years' experience Mr. Washington is recognised as a key...

ISONAS PowerNet IP Bridge access control solution to be displayed at Secured Cities Conference, Texas

ISONAS provides Pure IP access control solutions to help improve safety in cities worldwide ISONAS Inc., a leading Pure IP access control system manufacturer, recently announced that the company will be exhibiting at the Secured Cities Conference in Houston, TX. This is the 7th Annual Secured Cities event and this year it will take place on November 10th -12th 2015 at the Crowne Plaza Hotel Reliant Park in Houston, TX. During the conference, attendees will have the opportunity...

D-Link Smart Installers Program offers physical security installers benefits and support

SIP offers physical security installers an excellent partnership opportunity with regular product and market updates Recently, D-Link has announced the launch of its Smart Installers Program (SIP) in the UK and Ireland, offering physical security installers an excellent partnership opportunity with regular product and market updates. The SIP is a dedicated partnership program for installers of physical security who sell to small/medium-sized businesses and homes. Wit...

Xentry announces internal programme to train account executives

The programme’s goal is to find and train account executives who understand the industry today As the security industry continues to technologically evolve, integrators are being forced to compete with other high-tech firms for a relatively small core of knowledgeable and experienced sales professionals. Xentry Systems Integrators, a security systems integrator focused on delivering best-in-class security systems and services, is meeting the challenge with an internal pr...

Vigitron and PCSC announce world-wide partnership for expansion of access control systems

Vigitron will provide infrastructure equipment for PCSC’s growing line of IP/PoE based access control products PCSC, a provider of state of the art access control systems, and Vigitron, Inc., a global leader in analogue and IP infrastructure transmission solutions, have announced the expansion of their relationship to form a world-wide partnership. Under this agreement, Vigitron will provide infrastructure equipment for PCSC’s growing line of IP/PoE based Access Co...

Connected Security Expo 2016 bridges physical security and IT security to support IoT

At the Connected Security Expo, industry professionals will experience physical security from an IT security lens Reed Exhibitions, the world's leading event organiser, recently announced the further expansion of its Reed Global Security platform with the creation of Connected Security Expo @ ISC West sponsored by The Security Industry Association (SIA). The conference led event will debut from the 6th-8th of April 2016 in Las Vegas and will be co-located with the la...

inter airport Europe 20th anniversary edition ends with positive results

During the four days, a total of 12,706 trade visitors from 110 countries came to the show to find out about latest trends in airport industry The 20th anniversary edition of inter airport Europe, International Exhibition for Airport Equipment, Technology, Design & Services, ended with very positive results. During the four exhibition days, a total of 12,706 trade visitors from 110 countries came to the Munich Trade Fair Centre to find out about the latest trends in the ai...

All-over-IP Expo 2015: Axis Communications BD Director Peter Lindström to speak on Internet of Things

Peter Lindström will discuss how IoT enables better and more reliable solutions to a cost that is not increased All-over-IP Expo 2015 is delighted to welcome Peter Lindström, long standing leader of the New Business team for Axis Communications. In his address to the Russian IP industry, Peter Lindström will share his vision for the IoT trend and how it enables better and more reliable solutions to a cost that is not increased. The majority of security installa...

Tyco expands Global Center of Excellence Network to standardise fire and security systems

The Global Center of Excellence Network helps minimise risks, preserve profits, automate efficiencies and gain real-time intelligence Tyco recently announced the expansion of its Global Center of Excellence Network, which enables multinational companies to streamline and standardise their fire and security systems around the world. Following the success of its Global Center of Excellence (GCoE) in Birmingham, Alabama, Tyco is opening and expanding facilities in key areas acros...

FLIR Systems releases Griffin 884 desktop chemical trace detector for security screening

FLIR System recently announced the release of the FLIR Griffin 844, the latest addition to its leading-edge Griffin 800-series desktop chemical trace detector product line used by security officials to screen personal belongings, parcels, cargo, skin, vehicles, and other surfaces for explosives and narcotics threats. The Griffin 844 delivers a significantly lower false alarm rate than other offerings, offers expandability to address future threats without impacting sensitivity, and ensures fast...

ASSA ABLOY Aperio and Netgenium's integrated access control solution to be distributed by NBM Intelligent Technology Division

The Aperio wireless cylinders, PINpad escutcheon, L100, and KS100 have integrated into the IP access control solution The Intelligent Technology Division of NBM Distribution Ltd – iTECH - is distributing Netgenium’s IP access control solution that is integrated with ASSA ABLOY Access Control’s innovative Aperio® technology. ASSA ABLOY Access Control, a UK division of ASSA ABLOY, the global leader in door opening solutions have worked with Netgenium t...

Key Tracer's key control systems now available in the UK

Having a local presence and expertise will allow Key Tracer to better support existing client relationships in the UK Key Tracer, a leading provider of key and asset management solutions, announced recently that the company will be opening corporate offices in the UK before the end of the year. A local presence will put Key Tracer in a stronger position to serve their existing customer base overseas, and to meet increasing demand for security solutions, which aligns with the c...

Howard Wulforst appointed RFI Communications & Security's Regional Manager

RFI looks forward to what Howard will contribute to RFI’s model of commitment to our customers’ security and safety RFI Communications & Security Systems is pleased to announce they have named Howard Wulforst Regional Manager. His focus will be to drive growth across operations in the southwest, including RFI’s Cerritos branch and the newest addition to RFI’s west coast footprint, the Las Vegas office. Howard entered the security industry more than...

All-Over-IP Expo 2015 welcomes ICT managers to Moscow to talk smart cities

Zhanna Ermolina will talk about one of the first significant NFC deployments in Russia and key factors in NFC adoption Moscow largest ICT users have great stories to tell. Top ICT managers from Moscow Metro, Moscow IT Department and Moscow Traffic Management Centre are speaking at the Smart City Conference, taking place at the All-Over-IP Expo 2015 from the 18th to 19th of November in Moscow. Moscow Metro NFC adoption Together with the Moscow Department of Transport and...

Westcon to distribute Pulse Secure's SSL VPN and Mobile Security solutions

Pulse One provides added visibility through a single collective view of compliance including security alerts and appliance health checks Pulse Secure, a leader in access and mobile security solutions to enterprise and service providers, and WestconGroup in Europe have signed a distribution agreement under which Westcon will market and distribute Pulse Secure’s full line of SSL VPN and Mobile Security solutions including the latest centralised management, policy control a...

ISC East 2015: Farpointe Data to discuss how to defend Wiegand protocol from attacks

Card holders should avoid presenting access control credentials to any readers that appear to have been tampered Farpointe Data, a DORMA Group Company, the access control industry's trusted global partner for RFID solutions, recently announced that since Wiegand is no longer considered inherently secure due to its obscure and non-standard nature, users, integrators and manufacturers need to be on-guard. Wiegand is the industry standard protocol commonly used to communicate cre...

Mack Brooks Exhibitions and GATE renew partnership at inter airport Europe 2015

The official signing of agreement took place at the GATE stand during the tour of exhibition on the opening day of the event At this year’s 20th anniversary edition of inter airport Europe, Mack Brooks Exhibitions has renewed the partnership agreement with GATE, German Airport Technology and Equipment. In the agreement both parties declare to continue their cooperation and mutual support. “Mack Brooks has worked in partnership with GATE since the very early days o...

Tyco Security Products announces CEM System’s emerald TS300f intelligent fingerprint terminal

Tyco Security Products, part of Tyco, the world’s largest pure-play fire protection and security company, is pleased to announce the release of CEM System’s emerald TS300f Intelligent Fingerprint Terminal for AC2000 suite of access control and security management systems. This announcement coincides with the release of new features and enhanced functionality across the full emerald range. Enhanced security “The emerald TS300f Intelligent Fingerprint Terminal from CEM Systems...

Vigitron to provide infrastructure transmission solutions to PCSC's IP/PoE access control products

Under the agreement, Vigitron will also provide service, training, and technology sharing for PCSC products PCSC, a provider of state of the art access control systems, and Vigitron, Inc., a global leader in analogue and IP infrastructure transmission solutions, have announced the expansion of their relationship to form a world-wide partnership. Under this agreement, Vigitron will provide infrastructure equipment for PCSC's growing line of IP/PoE based access control products,...

Kris Hornung joins Genetec as Sales VP, Latin America to expand company footprint

Mr. Hornung is responsible for Mexico, the Andean and South Cone regions, Central America and the Caribbean Genetec Inc., a manufacturer of unified IP security solutions, recently announced the appointment of Mr. Kris P. Hornung as Vice President of Sales for Latin America. In his role, Mr. Hornung is responsible for Mexico, the Andean and South Cone regions, Central America and the Caribbean. Based in Colombia, Mr. Hornung’s responsibilities include developing sales str...

Magenta Security retains security contract for the Royal Parks in London

Magenta Security was chosen due to its environmental credentials, CSR policies and dedication to security licensing Magenta Security has once again won the security contract for The Royal Parks, extending the successful relationship and retaining the high quality services the leading security provider offers. The leading security services company was first awarded the contract to provide guarding solutions to the Parks by the Department for Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS) in...

Nedap launches Mobility Solutions for wireless vehicle detection

Nedap launches a new activity - ‘Nedap Mobility Solutions’ - within its business unit ‘Identification Systems’. Nedap Mobility Solutions enables people and vehicles in urban environments to swiftly and safely reach their destinations. The portfolio of Nedap Mobility Solutions comprises wireless vehicle detection sensors to assist motorists in quickly finding a parking bay and parking operators to optimise the utilisation. Moreover, city access control systems keeps pedes...

HID Global to showcase mobile ID experience on smartphones and e-Passport datapage solutions at MRTD conference 2015

There is a growing demand for advancedelectronic ID credentials to improve citizenexperience and maintaining security levels HID Global®, a worldwide leader in secure identity solutions, will showcase the mobile ID experience on smartphones and share its latest innovations in thin secure polycarbonate e-passport datapages at the International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO) Machine Readable Travel Documents (MRTD) Conference, October 14th through 16th, 2015, in Mon...

Knighthood International acquires JLG Security Limited

Both Knighthood and JLG are established installers of fire and security systems Surrey-based fire and security system installer Knighthood International Limited have completed the acquisition of JLG Security Limited. Expanded network Both Knighthood and JLG are established installers of fire and security systems covering systems such as intruder alarms, CCTV, fire detection and integrated access control systems. Over the last eight years, Knighthood International has expand...