Access control news

With the FO400A window handle lock, security specialist ABUS adds a VdS-approved lock with integrated alarm to its range. These products bridge the gap between purely mechanical locks and locks which can be integrated into alarm systems. This window lock has two functions: while the lock provides effective mechanical resistance against intruders, the 110 dBA signal from the integrated alarm function scares away potential intruders. Intruder-resistant locks form the basis for effective window lo...

The D-Tools MVP program provides system designers, integrators, and installers detailed partner product information D-Tools Inc., the worldwide leader in system integration software, recently announced that Clare Controls has joined the D-Tools Manufacturer Vantage Point (MVP) program. With the addition of Clare Controls to D-Tools’ MVP program, integrators, installers, sales professionals, and retailers who use D-Tools for audio, video and security system design, propos...

Maxxess executives will be on hand September 30 at ASIS booth number 2921 to demonstrate and discuss ambit Maxxess, a leading provider of proven software and hardware for a wide range of integrated security systems, announced recently that it will unveil a groundbreaking new communications technology, ambit. ambit is a patented, leading-edge technology and managed service that dramatically increases the coverage of traditional security systems by extending the enterprise'...

Also on display are Morse’s KeyBank key control system, KeyPro software, and PowerCheck guard tour system Morse Watchmans is giving booth visitors a preview of their new voice cues at this year’s Security ESSEN show. The new feature is demonstrated along with the company’s portfolio of key control and asset management systems, offering organisations of all sizes a full range of choices to access the benefits of managed key control. The product offerings are e...

With the new Aperio® L100 lock with PIN code, ASSA ABLOY brings another innovation to the Aperio® range. The battery-powered Aperio® L100 lock offers optimum physical protection, transmits door status information to the access control system, and provides multi-level authentication — and like the rest of the Aperio® range, it does it all without the need for any wires. The new wireless Aperio® L100 lock offers a unique, easy way to extend any access control system to i...

Developed for high requirements for window handles designed and approved for use in elements under resistance classes 1 to 6 as per EN 1627, ABUS presents the new generation of lockable window handles, the ABUS FG300. Fitted with an especially low-wear four-ball detent mechanism, a screwed solid axle and the class 2 inspection certificate as per DIN 18267, it is the ideal window handle for the retrofitting and also initial fitting of intrusion-preventing window elements. With the ABUS FG300, th...

Every employee wants a safe, secure place of work. But the idea of 'job security' does not just mean a secure position, but also that the workplace itself is literally safe and secure, protected from hazards and free of injury and health risks. Legal regulations on occupational health and safety are placing increasingly higher demands on companies involved in industrial production. In this growing market segment, ABUS is now offering an extensive range of 'lockout' (maintenance protection) and '...

With the ABUS FOS550A window bar lock, the security specialist presents the latest version of its patented and tried-and-tested lock for windows and French doors with enhanced functions. The combination of reliable and tried-and-tested mechanical lock and an integrated alarm function provides optimal protection from intrusions: while the bolt provides over one tonne of mechanical pressure resistance, the intruder is scared away by the loud alarm. The ABUS FOS550A window bar lock is a product fo...

This campaign seizes upon the positive response to the locking system that ABUS received from its specialist dealer partners Exactly two years ago, ABUS Pfaffenhain presented a new generation of locking systems at the 2012 Security Essen trade fair in the form of the Bravus system. Since then, ABUS has successfully placed this high-quality reversible key system on the market. There is a great demand for the new system both amongst specialist dealers and amongst users. In order...

The latest version of VI Monitor v6 provides the access control features needed to enhance security Video Insight, a leading developer of enterprise IP video surveillance software, will unveil its latest version of VI Monitor v6 — which includes MonitorCastEDU, an access control product designed specifically for the multi-campus education market — at the upcoming ASIS 2014 conference in Atlanta. This latest version of VI Monitor v6 is designed to provide K-12 scho...

Tyco Security Products leads the market in offering a diverse set of high resolution IP camera, recording and management platforms Tyco Security Products, the world’s largest pure-play fire protection and security company, will showcase a new slate of innovative technology introductions on stand 128, Hall 1.0. at this week’s Security Essen 2014 exhibition, 23 to 26 September. “The growing complexities of the security environment, whether within a large e...

The integration of these products provides a unified user interface for a complete video-access control solution ISONAS Inc, a panel-less, pure IP access control system manufacturer, has the first video-enabled integration to be certified with the Milestone XProtect® Access Control Module 2014.The integration of these products provides a unified user interface for a complete video-access control solution, which will be shown at the Milestone booth 1043 at the ASIS 2014...

The Honeywell booth will be featuring new developments in fire alarm, management and notification systems Global manufacturer Honeywell has selected Security Essen on 23-26th September in Germany as the key international show to present its latest innovations in fire and security solutions to an international audience. The event attracts over 39, 000 trade visitors from more than 110 countries. The Honeywell booth 211 in Hall 3 will be featuring new developments in fire alarm...

At Essen 2014, Axis will be presenting access control solutions jointly with its partners Nedap and Entelec Because video surveillance is associated ever more closely with physical access control systems, it is a logical step for Axis Communications to expand its expertise in IP technology to the market for access control. Just in time for the Security Essen 2014 trade fair (23-26 September 2014), the world market leader in the field of video surveillance presents the AXIS A10...

ASIS is holding its annual seminar from September 29 to October 2 at the Georgia World Congress Center This month, managers and executives from U.S. Security Associates (USA) are making plans to gather in the security company’s hometown of Atlanta, Ga. for the ASIS International 60th Annual Seminar and Exhibits. ASIS International is the leading organisation of security management professionals, with 38,000 members worldwide. ASIS is holding its annual seminar from Septe...

The two companies will present the integration between XProtect rom Milestone Systems, and XAtlas access control solution by Zucchetti Axess Milestone Systems and Zucchetti are ready to revolutionise the PSIM world (Physical Security Information Management), i.e., of the management of the information coming from security systems. At Security Essen, the most important fair dedicated to the security and fire protection sector, scheduled from 23rd to 26th September, the two comp...

A very special highlight is the new product line SmartIntego, which it will be presenting for the very first time Once again SimonsVoss Technologies GmbH will be represented at this year's world's largest trade fair Security Essen in Hall 11, Stand 404. From 23 to 26 September, the manufacturer of digital locking and access control systems will be presenting a series of product innovations from its digital System 3060. On its 450 m2 stand, SimonsVoss will demonstrate to the f...

For the 20,000 or so security professionals who attend each year, ASIS International’s Annual Seminar and Exhibits is all about education. Attendees can polish their skills and update their security know-how in any of more than 200 education sessions during the yearly event. They can also learn all about the latest available security technologies and services at the massive 225,000-square-foot exhibition. Celebrities are on hand too, or at least some well-known and notable dignitaries are...

Lumidigm will be demonstrating its solutions in Booth #16 during the conference Lumidigm®, part of HID Global®, recently announced it will be showcasing fingerprint technology at the FELEBAN CELAES 2014 Bank Security Conference here that has been deployed at five out of the top six banks in Brazil and continues to fuel growing adoption of biometric authentication throughout Latin America.  The company will be demonstrating its solutions in Booth #16 during the con...

Bell will lead the company's security product development and business analyst teams The Gallagher Group - internationally renowned for its innovative solutions in the Security, Animal Management, and Fuel Systems industries - has announced the appointment of Steve Bell to the role of Chief Technology Officer - Security. Bell's new role is an executive appointment and he now sits on Gallagher's security division executive management team. Bell, who has over 25 years' experien...

Justin has joined the team to support Traka as it continues to expand into new areas and increase overall market share Traka, the key and asset management specialist, has appointed a new Managing Director. Justin Sasse has been appointed as the new Managing Director of Traka. Justin has joined the team to build on the success of the business, and to support the company as it continues to expand into new areas and increase overall market share. Justin has worked for ASSA ABLO...

The events include a press conference discussing Allegion's electronic security offerings, and a school security seminar Allegion plc, a leading global provider of security products and solutions, is hosting two events to showcase the company's recent innovations in its electronic security portfolio. The events include a press conference to discuss Allegion's new electronic security offerings and a school security seminar. Both events will take place during ASIS International...

Wavestore will demonstrate how its open platform VMS software can provide a seamless integrated surveillance solution It only takes place every two years and is mainland Europe’s largest and most successful exhibition, which is why so many thousands of security professionals will be looking forward to making their way to Security Essen, which takes place on 23rd - 26th September. Over 1,000 exhibitors from 40 countries will be looking to demonstrate their very latest so...

Suprema, a leading global provider of technology in biometrics and security, recently announced the integration of its access control and biometric solutions with Milestone video management software (VMS). Make it Simple Milestone and Suprema users can now seamlessly link cameras to access control devices, track access control events in Milestone VMS and display related recorded video. This integration is bringing convenience to the security industry, because operators can quickly react to eve...

Morse Watchmans KeyWatcher Touch™ key control system now integrates with C•CURE 9000 security and event management system from Software House, part of Tyco Security Products, to provide users with more effective and efficient management of personnel, credentials and assets. “With our collaboration with Software House, we are allowing users of both KeyWatcher Touch and C•CURE 9000 to deepen their security infrastructure while also reducing costs at their sites,” said...

HID Global®, a worldwide leader in secure identity solutions, recently announced that its Identification Technologies division is expanding its ultra-durable Epoxy Tag portfolio of RFID tags to include broadband UHF varieties to address the needs of RFID systems integrators worldwide who are seeking increased data collection speed and accuracy.  With ultra durable housings, Epoxy Tag UHF transponders also expand the potential for process improvement and cost savings into a broad spectru...

Senstar, the world’s largest manufacturer of perimeter intrusion detection systems (PIDS) is pleased to announce RoboGuard™, a new first-of-its-kind autonomous perimeter surveillance robot. RoboGuard travels on a monorail and constantly patrols a secured perimeter. It conducts regular inspections of the fence line and can promptly respond to suspected intrusions. A complete system consists of autonomous robots, each covering up to 1 kilometer (0.6 mi), with a battery charging station...

AMAG Technology has been working behind closed doors on a new access control architecture for the last three years and is proud to release the Symmetry™ EN-2DBC, an edge network, two door, Power over Ethernet (PoE) enabled controller. Building on the company’s track record and after listening to feedback from their worldwide customer base, the Symmetry EN-2DBC Edge Network Controller is the state-of-the-art panel that security installers have been looking for.  AMAG Technology i...

Boon Edam hired Kurt Measom and Dale Gigandet for the USA and Juan Manuel Perez for southern Mexico Boon Edam Inc. recently announced the hiring of new sales staff and the creation of new roles and departments to meet continued high demand for its security entrance products and revolving doors. The company has experienced record sales in the past four years, much of the growth coming from the sales of security products to Fortune 500 companies. “Today’s large corp...

The Security Industry Association (SIA) has announced the release of the ANSI/SIA CP-01-2014 False Alarm reduction standard. CP-01-2014 details recommended design features for security system control panels and their associated arming and disarming devices to reduce the incidence of false alarm dispatches. The new version features definitions for remote devices and includes updated verbiage stemming from requests for interpretation from the last update of the standard in 2010. The effort to up...