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At the summit, Matrix introduced products in both security and telecom range Matrix Comsec, recently concluded its seventh annual partners Growth Summit at Daman. It was a two day event where top performing Matrix system integrators were acknowledged and awarded for their outstanding sales performance in the previous year. More than 200 Matrix partners from 20+ countries attended the summit. Complying with its tradition of introducing products during the summit, this year too...

Pulse Secure, the leader in next generation secure access solutions for enterprises and service providers, recently introduced a family of Pulse Secure Appliances built to power its Next Generation Secure Access framework that helps companies blend cloud services and data center applications into a seamless enterprise user experience. Mobile applications and cloud services Mobile applications and cloud services are redefining the enterprise user experience giving workers anytime access to the...

The subject matter ranges from workplace violence and cyber bullying to campus safety U.S. Security Associates (USA) announces the release of a collection of new white papers exploring a variety of today’s top security issues. With subject matter ranging from workplace violence and cyber bullying to campus safety and cyber intelligence, the new publications bring together information and insights from the industry thought leaders and security company experts shaping the...

The team will be driving the firm's strategy to integrate traditional guarding solutions with evolving technologies Securitas has announced the creation of a new specialist team which will play a vital role in driving forward the security firm's strategy to integrate traditional guarding solutions with evolving technologies. Brings a specialist technical knowledge The new technology team, under the guise of ‘Chief Technology Officer’ (CTO) brings with it a sp...

The 2017 edition will provide a wider range of airport equipment, technology, security, design, and service providers than ever before Organisers of South East Asia’s leading and largest event for airport professionals – inter airport – have announced the 5th edition of the South East Asian show will take place at Singapore Expo from the 15-17 February 2017. 2017 edition to be larger and busier After a successful return to the region in January 2015, wh...

Camden Door Controls has released their new CV-350 Series TCP/IP and RS485 networked access control system. Designed for 2 to 6 door applications, the system also provides virtually unlimited system expansion. System integration and other features In addition to its 8 – 128 bit card readers, the system also features fully integrated fingerprint reader and keypad support. The graphics based software is free and allows management of all user credentials from a single screen. The TCP/IP and...

Tyco’s PowerMaster 360 intrusion gateway is leveraged in the smart home automation solution Tyco Security Products recently announced that its advanced intrusion products and technology will enable new interactive and smart home automation solutions for residential customers of ADT in the U.K. and South Africa. Leverages the PowerMaster 360 intrusion gateway The new interactive solution leverages the PowerMaster 360 intrusion gateway, Tyco Security Products’...

The national awards pay tribute to the outstanding work of security officers over the past 12 months Securitas has scooped another personal best at the 2015 British Security Industry Association (BSIA) Awards. The national awards pay tribute to the outstanding work of security officers over the past 12 months and Securitas was honoured with a record six accolades including two out of three honours in the 'Outstanding Act' category. For vigilance and integrity The first...

Internationally acclaimed crisis management expert Bruce Blythe will speak about understanding the violent mind AlliedBarton Security Services, the industry's premier provider of highly trained security personnel, will host a seminar on the Components of a Comprehensive Workplace Violence Preparedness Programme on Wednesday, August 19, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. in the Memorial Health Auditorium located at 4700 Waters Ave., Savannah. Expert guidance Bruce Blythe, an internatio...

According to Lorraine Thomas, MD, Metzger, the BSIA membership enables to keep abreast of private security industry developments Leading talent management and business search consultancy Metzger has joined the British Security Industry Association (BSIA) as an associate member. The move confirms Metzger’s increasing engagement with the private security industry and its commitment to providing the highest of standards to its clients. Metzger provides a full range of tale...

Mendoza will be responsible for managing day-to-day operations for commercial and residential sales activities Protection 1, the largest full-service business and home security company in the U.S., recently announced that it has named John Mendoza to the position of general manager for its Wichita branch. Mendoza will report to Regional Vice President Robert Kerr. ”John has been a valuable part of the Protection 1 family for the past 12 years and during that time he has...

Following the close of the transaction, Milre is expected to operate within Allegion’s Asia Pacific region Allegion, plc, a leading global security products and solutions provider, has agreed, through its subsidiary Allegion Luxembourg Holding & Financing S.à r.l, to acquire Milre Systek Co., Ltd. The transaction is expected to close in the third quarter of this year. Milre is a leading security solutions manufacturer in South Korea, focused on producing high...

Specialist security provider, Allegion, has introduced its complete range of Briton mechanical locking solutions, which meet Grade 3 of EN 12209 regulation – the Briton 5600 Series. Building on the success of Briton 5400 and 5500, the range has been bolstered with two additional Briton locks that are suitable for both internal and external doors in public buildings, in both new build and retrofit commercial applications. Ideal for commercial buildings Briton 5600 Series features special...

The awards serve to recognise who represented the commitment of security companies Young apprentices Robbie Jackson and Christopher Hunt were recently presented with prestigious Apprentice Installer Awards by the British Security Industry Association  (BSIA). The apprentices were selected as award winners in recognition of their academic and practical success in the field of electronic security installations. Recognised the achievements of level two and level three...

Marks USA appoints Jeffrey Holbrook and Thomas Masterson as eastern and western regional sales managers Marks USA, a division of NAPCO Security Technologies, Inc., Amityville, NY, is pleased to announce the appointment of Jeffrey Holbrook and Thomas Masterson as Eastern and Western Regional Sales Managers, respectively, reporting to Marks VP Sales, Bill Sporre. Jeffrey Holbrook joins Marks USA as its Eastern Regional Sales Manager, having worked prior in the architectural doo...

Magenta Security will be present at major events held in the Royal Parks over the Summer As thousands of people flock to the London Royal Parks this summer, Magenta Security Services has warned people of the security risks they may face. Magenta Security Services provided security services to the Royal Parks for many years having first been awarded the contract to provide guarding solutions to the nine parks by the Department for Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS) in 2007, 2...

Simon will work closely with Allegion’s Inspec Demand Creation team to maximise opportunities for the growing specification division Specialist security provider, Allegion, has appointed Simon Osborne as sales leader for the United Kingdom (UK) and Ireland in an effort to expand support for the industry and the businesses it serves. Experience in developing business strategy With more than 20 years of experience in the built environment, Osborne joins from Baxi Hea...

This partnership allows the collaboration between two companies’ products, development and further integration PCSC, a designer and manufacturer of quality access control solutions confirms that it has entered into a strategic partnership with INEX/ZAMIR , a leading provider of ALPR solutions and services. This partnership will allow for the collaboration between the two companies’ products, development and further integration. As a result, sales channels can begin...

Anviz and HID Global are leadingglobal providers of intelligent securitytechnology & integrated solutions Anviz, a leading global provider of intelligent security technology and solution, is pleased to announce that Anviz biometric terminals can now be paired with HID Global to improve the security level of the biometric devices. Partnership ensures better product performance The unification dates back to 2013 when Anviz's standalone Iris Recognition System UltraMatch integr...

IFSEC welcomed 23,079 visitors through the doors, increasing attendance by 2% from 2014, driven by UK attendees IFSEC International 2015, organised by UBM EMEA, is pleased to announce another hugely successful year for Europe’s largest security event. Running from 16-18 June at ExCeL London, IFSEC International welcomed 23,079 visitors through the doors, increasing attendance by 2% from 2014, driven by UK attendees. Attracted an additional visitors IFSEC Internatio...

Farpointe Data, a DORMA Group Company, the access control industry's trusted global partner for RFID solutions, recently announced that companies using access control readers with Farpointe's fleaPower option can expect long term energy savings. The fleaPower option is available on all Farpointe Data proximity and smartcard readers. This eco-friendly technology cuts energy costs and is an easy addition to any company's green initiative. In emergency power situations, proximity readers using the...

According to IHS report, Axis is still ranked as the clear market leader in network video in the Americas and EMEA regions The second quarter Net sales increased by 19 percent during the second quarter to SEK 1,616 M (1,355). Net sales decreased by 1 percent in local currencies. Operating profit amounted to SEK 117 M (188), which corresponds to an operating margin of 7.2 percent (13.8). Profit after tax amounted to SEK 83 M (139). Earnings per share amounted to SEK 1.19...

The Aperio® integration brings latest wireless access control technology to AXIS A1001 Network Door Controller ASSA ABLOY have sealed another major access control partnership. Across Europe, around 70 percent of the access control OEM market has integrated at least one ASSA ABLOY component. The latest is the global market leader in network video Axis Communications, a new official Aperio® integrator. Aperio® battery-powered locks enable a facility to add wireless...

Open Options makes key appointments to accommodate continued growth in the competitive security market Open Options, the open architecture leader in access control, has promoted key management personnel and has added new team members to accommodate continued growth and success in the competitive security market. “Open Options has changed dramatically over the last 18 years and we have positioned ourselves in the access control market for strong continued growth,”...

The new office space gives ISONAS the opportunity to continue its growth path and expand its workforce ISONAS Inc., a leading pure IP access control system manufacturer, recently announced that the company has moved its corporate headquarters to a larger facility on July 1st. The new office space gives ISONAS the opportunity to continue its growth path and expand its workforce. ISONAS will now be able to nearly double its employees and significantly increase the rate of in-hou...

Exhibitors will present comprehensive range of technologies and services including aircraft solutions, security, airport IT & more inter airport Europe 2015, the International Exhibition for Airport Equipment, Technology, Design and Services, takes place from 6 – 9 October 2015 at the Munich Trade Fair Centre in Germany. For its 20th show anniversary the exhibition has further grown. A third hall has been added for the first time in the long history of the exhibition...

LOCKEN, leading developers of cable free access control, whose unique solution concentrates on power, intelligence and communication in one smart key, has announced the addition of the CyberKey® Vault 20S to its innovative solution. Secure up to 20 rechargeable digital keys Based on Cyberlock technology, the Vault 20S brings additional value to LOCKEN’s solution in environments where it is more appropriate or advantageous to keep the keys in a centralised location. The vault prevents...

The award is presented annually to honour a distinguished individual from a SIA Member company The Security Industry Association (SIA) recently issued a call for nominations for the George R. Lippert Memorial Award. The Lippert Award, as it’s known in the security industry, is presented annually to honour a distinguished individual from a SIA Member company for long-term, selfless service to the security industry and to SIA. In memory of George R. Lippert The award is...

A specialist in reliable and versatile access-control solutions for over 35 years, Stanley Security’s PAC has launched the new PAC 212 two-door stand-alone controller. Suitable for both residential and commercial applications, the PAC 212 is built around the PAC 500 controller series and offers many of the standard features associated with this range. Designed to offer a versatile solution and cater for different applications, the PAC 212 allows for up to 2,000 users to be administered vi...

Gallagher will demonstrate T20 Terminal with Alarms, Controller 6000 starter kits, and Command Centre v7.30 As Security Exhibition and Conference returns to Melbourne to celebrate its 30th birthday, long-time exhibitor and R&D heavy-weight, Gallagher are gearing up to display their latest security technology releases. Visitors to the Gallagher stand, located at G2, can expect to see demonstrations of the T20 Terminal with Alarms, Controller 6000 Starter Kits, and Command C...