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SSAIB gets UKAS accreditation for OHSAS 18001 and SO14001 standards

SSAIB is now accredited for OHSAS 18001 and ISO14001 SSAIB, the UK’s leading certification body, has notched up a double achievement with the news that it’s gained UKAS accreditation for two increasingly important standards affecting companies operating in the security sector. SSAIB is now accredited for OHSAS 18001, the British Standard for occupational health and safety management systems, as well as ISO14001 Environmental Management Systems. The Occupational He...

HID Global’s ActivID Authentication Appliance wins Most Innovative Security Product award by the European Banking Forum

HID Global’s ActivID Authentication Appliance provides a unified and integrated authentication platform for banks HID Global, a worldwide leader in secure identity solutions, recently announced that its ActivID Authentication Appliance has been selected by the European Banking Forum (EBF) organisation as the winner of the Most Innovative Security or Risk Service or Product in the 2013 Retail Banking Awards – Security and Risk. Judges included key experts in the ban...

TDSi to exhibit access control solutions at CPSE 2013 in China

Managing Director John Davies will be meeting TDSi’s local partners and customers at the show Integrated security manufacturer TDSi will be attending the CPSE 2013 exhibition from 28th October – 1st November at the Shenzhen Convention & Exhibition Center. Managing Director John Davies, will be meeting TDSi’s local partners and customers at the show as well as supporting its Harmony Alliance partners, of which the company is a founding member. John Da...

Industry leaders to support IFSEC International 2014

Research shows that a staggering 92% of exhibitors said that IFSEC International is their preferred event IFSEC International, organised by UBM Live, is excited to announce an extensive range of industry leaders to exclusively showcase their latest solutions at IFSEC International 2014, ExCeL London, from 17th – 19th June 2014. Providing unrivalled access to the entire buying chain, this is the exclusive opportunity for the industry to network with the largest selection...

Control4’s home automation and security systems keep homeowners connected with their home

Integrating home automation systems with traditional security monitoring systems has led some homeowners to an epiphany: when their smart home security system is triggered they can react to actionable alerts, capture real-time video, and take control of their family's safety and security. Control4, a leader in home automation, offers a wide range of security integration features designed to keep homeowners better connected with their home, apprised of activity whether they are home or away, and...

G4S integrates its Symmetry security management system with ASSA ABLOY Aperio range of wireless locks

G4S' integration with ASSA ABLOY's Aperio will allow for seamless replacement of existing manual locks G4S Fire & Security Systems (UK), the leading integrator of fire and security solutions, launches its new seamless integration with ASSA ABLOY Aperio range of wireless locks. The integration between Aperio and G4S Fire & Security Systems’ Symmetry Security Management System allows security and IT managers to conveniently and cost effectively replace existing ma...

TB Forum 2014 to focus on complex solutions related to security provided by system integrators

"Security & Safety Technologies" will be the main focus at TB Forum 2014 The main focus of the Forum "Security & Safety Technologies" exposure is complex systems and solutions for state and corporate customers from key economics areas: telecommunications, state bodies, fuel-and-energy complex, industry enterprises, transport companies, financial institutions. The Forum follows the world trend of demand, which points at purchasing complex solutions rather than separate...

TDSi to explore African and South East Asian security export markets with UKTI Support

TDSi has appointed Paul Ford as Export Sales Technical Engineer in a bid to explore untapped export markets Integrated security solutions manufacturer TDSi is extending its commitment to exploring untapped export markets, with the appointment of Paul Ford to the role of Export Sales Technical Engineer at TDSi. The company is already working on extensive market research of both African and South East Asian security markets, with the assistance of the UK Trade & Investment...

Honeywell Security Group introduces new mobile apps for LYNX Touch 5100 security system

What: Honeywell Security Group introduces new mobile apps for its popular LYNX Touch 5100 self-contained security system: The new L5100 Connect iOS app allows homeowners to control the system anywhere on premises within their Wi-Fi coverage areas on iPhone®, iPad® or iPod touch®. The app provides local control of the security system, and if so equipped, control of Z-Wave® enabled lights, locks, thermostats and more. This approach helps homeowners save money on energy and util...

TDSi appoints new apprentices to offer young security professionals an alternative route to further education

TDSi appoints Stephanie Herridget, Amanda Wright, and Hannah Collins as its new Apprentices Integrated security manufacturer TDSi has demonstrated its commitment to training by appointing new Apprentices Stephanie Herridge, to its Finance Department, Amanda Wright to its Product Development team and Hannah Collins to assist with Operations. The recruitment of Stephanie (who will be studying for AAT in Accountancy), Amanda (HND in Mechanical Engineering), and Hannah is a key p...

ASSA ABLOY UK launches new website for its eff-eff product range

www.effeffuk.com displays eff-eff's range of electric strikes, electric bolts, the Mediator range and more Assa Abloy UK have launched a new website for the world renowned electric strike range eff-eff which provides high security strike technology for a wide range of access control systems. www.effeffuk.com displays eff-eff's range of electric strikes, electric bolts, the Mediator range and more. eff-eff strikes ideally suited for glass doors The 934U Series of electric str...

Octavian Security founder Sukhi Ghuman appointed as a Director of Scancom

Sukhi Ghuman will be working with his business networks in the UK and USA to increase Scancom’s market share Sukhi Ghuman, the multi-award-winning entrepreneur and founder of leading security provider Octavian Security, has been appointed as a Director of mobile telecommunications provider Scancom. After working closely with Octavian over the past five years, the Scancom board approached Sukhi for the position. His role will be to develop new business links and to open...

Ingersoll Rand aptiQmobile web-based key management system secures peer-to-peer android NFC enabled smartphones

aptiQmobile will be available on Android NFC-enabled phones regardless of choice of carriers Organisations wanting to utilise Near Field Communications- (NFC-) enabled smartphones as their access control credentials for employees and students will be able to begin the transition through the use of aptiQmobile technology. Ingersoll Rand will be adding exclusive technologies that enable a secure peer-to-peer (P2P) NFC mode, letting organisations begin providing the convenien...

Image Sensing Systems introduces CitySync for safer and efficient cities and highways

Image Sensing Systems offers its expertise and influence to help decision-makers work together Shrinking city resources. Growing crime rates. Increased security and parking needs. Jamming traffic. The future of our cities seems destined to be inadequately prepared to meet such challenges. Until you learn that Image Sensing Systems, Inc. a global leader in above-ground technology solutions, is dedicating significant resources to its "CitySync" initiative to improve saf...

DRS’ CEO elected to Board of Directors of the National Defense Industrial Association

William J. Lynn III will serve on the NDIA board for a three-year term through 2016 DRS Technologies announced recently that its chief executive officer, former U.S. Deputy Secretary of Defense William J. Lynn III, has been elected to the Board of Directors of the National Defense Industrial Association. Secretary Lynn will serve on the NDIA board for a three-year term through 2016. The board guides the association’s charter to advocate for cutting-edge technology...

TB Forum 2014 to devote its exhibition segments to "Transport security" and "Counter terror"

TB Forum 2014 represents the regional security, fire protection industries, and access control systems Transport security systems and technologies at modern airports, undergrounds, and railways have changed cardinally over the years. Recently transport departments and organisations are increasingly turning to new technology to ensure security of passengers and vehicles and to create an intelligent environment that allows easier access to information and enables portability...

HID Global demonstrates government ID solutions at ICAO’s Symposium and Exhibition

HID is showcasing its government-to-citizen ID solutions as part of the exhibition HID Global, a worldwide leader in secure identity solutions, recently announced it will be showcasing its government ID solutions at the International Civil Aviation Organization’s (ICAO) Ninth Symposium and Exhibition on Machine Readable Travel Documents (MRTDs), Biometrics and Border Security.  As a sponsor of this year’s symposium, Rob Haslam, vice president of Government ID...

Adams Rite to introduce its RITE Touch digital glass door lock at ASIS 2013

RITE Touch is perfect for indoor applications, combining elegant aesthetics with latest touch screen technology Adams Rite, an ASSA ABLOY Group company, is debuting the brand new RITE Touch digital glass door lock at ASIS 2013, offering a new elegance to keyless access solutions for glass openings. “The RITE Touch is our very first digital lock specifically designed and crafted for glass door applications,” said Michael Webb, Vice President of New Product Developm...

Digital Monitoring Products congratulates SCIF Constructors and Electronics for their one-thousandth installation

SCIF Constructors and Electronics have installed systems in government installations across 32 states and in nine foreign countries Digital Monitoring Products (DMP) congratulates SCIF Constructors and Electronics with a special award recognising the installation of their one-thousandth Sensitive Compartmented Information Facility (SCIF). The alarm system component of all systems installed since 2002 featured DMP technology, which is widely used in government, banking, and oth...

VidSys welcomes Ellen Howe as vice president of marketing

Howe brings more than 20 years of experience in homeland and aviation security, and media relations VidSys, a leading provider of Physical Security Information Management (PSIM) software, recently announced the addition of Ellen Howe to its leadership team. Howe brings more than 20 years of experience in homeland and aviation security, strategic communications, media relations, crisis management and social media to her new role as vice president of marketing. “We are de...

President of Linear LLC to speak at Security Industry Association's executive conference in New York

Michael O'Neal will contribute to the provocative View from the Top panel on Tuesday, November 5 at 4:45 p.m. Michael O'Neal, president of Linear LLC, a leader in residential and commercial access control, security and health and wellness solutions, will be a featured speaker at Securing New Ground (SNG™), the Security Industry Association's (SIA) executive conference at the Sheraton Times Square Hotel in New York. O'Neal will contribute to the popular and provocative Vi...

Gallagher showcases its integrated approach to access control at Higher Education Expo 2013

Gallagher demonstrates its renowned V7.10 Command Centre system alongside ASSA ABLOY’s Aperio range Gallagher’s unique, integrated approach to access control will be showcased at the Higher Education Expo, Olympia on Thursday 17 October. In conjunction with security experts, ASSA ABLOY, Gallagher will use the event to demonstrate the key features, benefits and attributes of its renowned V7.10 Command Centre system alongside ASSA ABLOY’s advanced Aperio produc...

Preferred Technologies Group announces its compatibility with solar automatic gate openers

Preferred Technologies Group, maker of the Cartell gate openers and vehicle detection systems, is pleased to announce compatibility with any solar automatic gate opener. The GateMate (CP-3) has the lowest current draw in standby than any other free exit system on the market. It requires just 90-150 Microamps in standby. That’s 85-90% lower current draw than its closest competition. A critical aspect of any solar-powered gate opener is the battery. The more accessories attached to a solar...

Tri-Ed and Aditya Infotech announce formation of The International Alliance of Independent Security Distributors

The collaboration will allow Tri-Ed and AIL to share information on market insights within their areas of operation Tri-Ed and Aditya Infotech Ltd. will be inviting other key distributors from other parts of the world to join The International Alliance of Independent Security Distributors Tri-Ed, North America’s largest independent security distributor, and Aditya Infotech Ltd. (AIL), India’s No.1 Security & Safety Products Distribution house and a leading glo...

Tri-Ed to continue its Technology Roadshow training program throughout 2013 at Anaheim, CA in November

Tri-Ed hosts one day Technology Roadshows to familiarise customers with latest technologies Tri-Ed is pleased to continue its comprehensive Technology Roadshow training program throughout 2013. Dealers and integrators will want to mark their calendars for the Tri-Ed Roadshow coming to Anaheim, CA on Wednesday, November 13th. This free one-day event will be held at the DoubleTree by Hilton Anaheim, located at 100 the City Drive in Orange. The Roadshow kicks off at 8 a.m. with...

Zetes new senegalese biometric visa to incorporate two Lumidigm V-Series fingerprint sensors

Zetes has also set up an on-line payment solution through its subsidiary FasTrace Lumidigm recently announced that Zetes is producing the new Senegalese biometric visa with integrated biometric enrolment stations that incorporate two Lumidigm V-Series fingerprint sensors in each automated Zetes console. 66 fixed enrolment stations at embassies, consulates and border posts will capture biographic and biometric information for the issuance of International Civil Aviation Organi...

HID Global joins Secure Identity Alliance to secure government ID solutions

HID Global provides governments worldwide with highly customisable identity solutions for citizen ID programs HID Global, a worldwide leader in secure identity solutions, recently announced it has joined the Secure Identity Alliance, the industry’s reference body for secure documents and eServices. HID Global brings expertise to the secure government-to-citizen ID market worldwide with solutions that provide advantages over traditional paper-based documents, such as more...

API HOLOGRAPHICS to showcase its expanded design and production capabilities at Intergraf 2013

API Holographics will be showcasing how its API Optixjoint venture will benefit customers Intergraf 2013 will see holographic security solution specialist API Holographics exhibit its expanded design, origination and production capabilities. Following the launch of the API Optixjoint venture, along with the recent installation of its state-of-the-art demetalliser, API Holographics will be showcasing how this investment will benefit Customers. Organised by Intergraf, the Secu...

ASSA ABLOY launches Aperio sensor with integrated capability to detect and transmit door status information

ASSA ABLOY Access Control has launched an innovative Aperio sensor with integrated capability to detect and transmit door status information. Aperio is designed to upgrade mechanically locked doors and wirelessly connect them online or offline to new or existing access control systems, with minimal modification to doors and premises, offering a cost effective and simple security upgrade. The new Aperio AS100 displays real time status of door access opening and closures, and notifies the contro...

Idesco unveils its new product browser

The search for an Idesco product just got faster, easier and more informative. The users will now find more information organised by tabs on individual product pages. In addition to technical datasheets, you’ll find other helpful downloadable documents like installation instructions and declarations of conformity, as well as higher resolution downloadable photos of our most popular products. Product codes for almost every model are now also included. In coming weeks, Idesco will add two m...