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The Group leads in areas such as access control, identification technology, entrance automation ASSA ABLOY has been ranked 78th in Forbes' list of the world's most innovative companies 2013. "I'm very pleased that we have achieved such success with our R&D," says Johan Molin, President and CEO. “This is the result of our substantial investments in innovation in the past seven years. ASSA ABLOYs R&D investments have increased by 129% since 2005. Our ambition is t...

TDSi will be demonstrating a selection of its hardware portfolio, including biometric readers and MICROgarde Integrated security solutions manufacturer TDSi will be exhibiting at the APS Specialist Safety/Security Exhibitionat Paris Expo Porte de Versailles in Paris from the 24th to 26th September 2013. TDSi will be showcasing its new EXgarde 4.1 Integrated Access Control software (which includes CCTV and intruder alarm integration), DIGIgarde PLUS biometric readers, MICRO...

The Smart Building Conference will focus on market-research data inspired by trends in the UK market Integrated Systems Events is delighted to announce that its Smart Building Conference will come to London on Tuesday 15 October. A joint venture of the company’s not-for-profit association owners, CEDIA and InfoComm International, the Conference was held for the first time in Amsterdam in January of this year, where it drew a sell-out attendance of over 150 profe...

Valens’s participation as a Steering Member is likely to accelerate worldwide migration to HD surveillance Valens, a leading provider of semiconductor products for the distribution of uncompressed HD content, and high-definition surveillance standards body HDcctv Alliance Limited recently announced that Valens has become a Steering Member of the HDcctv Alliance. Valens is taking positions on the Alliance's Board of Directors and championing the adoption of HDcctv ove...

Identive's payment cards shorten sales transactions on match days Identive Group, Inc., a provider of solutions and services for the identification, security and RFID industries, has been awarded a multi-year contract to provide cashless payment services at home matches of Berlin football club Hertha BSC in Olympiastadion Berlin, the second largest football stadium in Germany. The Berlin stadium has a seating capacity of over 74,000 and is the seventh within the German Foo...

Elpas, part of the Security Products business unit of Tyco, recently announced the availability of its new, innovative Low Profile Asset Tag designed for security professionals who need to enhance laptop security when physical locking options are not feasible. The Low Profile Asset Tag unifies traditional Electronic Article Surveillance (EAS) with real-time active location-based tracking systems (RTLS) to help guard against any unauthorized transfers of high-value mobile IT assets such as handh...

For the full year of 2013, Identive management expects revenues of $98.0 million to $105.0 million Identive Group, Inc., a provider of products, services and solutions for the identification, security and RFID industries, reported its financial results for the second quarter (Q2) ended June 30, 2013. “In the second quarter 2013, we delivered growth in target markets and gained traction with key offerings, demonstrating Identive’s strategy is coming to fruition,&rd...

SMI also received Lenel factory certification  Smart Media Innovations (SMI) recently announced that it has received Lenel factory certification and joined the Lenel OpenAccess Alliance Programme (OAAP). SMI’s Mobile Verification product suite interfaces with the OnGuard access control system and adds a mobile dimension to OnGuard -allowing a handheld device to be used as a reader and to display cardholder details.  “SMI has completed required factory te...

The two organisations will also collaborate on developing global standards and best practices A partnership agreement will see Morpho(Safran) provide INTERPOL with a range of innovative biometric solutions and other technical support to enhance global security. The partnership covers the supply of automated biometric identification systems to INTERPOL, provision of state-of-the-art security solutions for the future INTERPOL Global Complex for Innovation (IGCI)*, as well as...

The partnership will offer streamlined integration between Genetec’s SMC and locks from ASSA ABLOY Group brands Genetec, a pioneer in the physical security industry and a leading provider of unified IP security solutions, recently announced that it has entered into a strategic partnership with ASSA ABLOY, the global leader in door opening solutions. Together, Genetec and ASSA ABLOY will offer streamlined integration between Genetec’s SMC (Synergis Master Controlle...

New customers in legal industry selected Accelion’s private cloud file sharing Accellion, Inc., the pioneer in providing enterprise-class, secure mobile file sharing solutions, recently announced new customers in the legal industry selected private cloud file sharing 10 times more often than public cloud options. The need to secure, access, and control private legal information, in an age of increased mobile device use and data proliferation, is becoming an imperative fo...

In 2013, 9254 people attended Counter Terror Expo, a 9% increase on the previous year Clarion Events, the largest independent event organiser in the UK, has appointed Singleton PR to handle the PR for Counter Terror Expo 2014 which is being held on 29th and 30th April next year at Olympia, London. Counter Terror Expo was established to deliver a unique and secure environment in which professionals within the critically important counter terrorism and security arena could...

Avigilon's growth margin was 53%, up from 48% in 2012 Avigilon Corporation, a leader in high-definition (HD) surveillance systems, recently announced its financial results for the three and six months ended June 30, 2013. All figures are stated in Canadian dollars unless otherwise noted. Second quarter 2013 financial highlights Revenue was $39.2 million, an increase of 61% over Q2 2012 revenue of $24.4 million. Gross margin was 53%, up from 48% a year earlier. EBITDA...

The securities will be issued in a private placement to accredited and other qualified investors in the US Identive Group, Inc., a provider of solutions and services for the identification, security and RFID industries, has entered into subscription agreements for the private placement of up to 8,348,471 shares of its common stock and 8,348,471 warrants to purchase shares of its common stock to accredited and other qualified investors in the United States and internationally....

The council meetings are part of Linear's ongoing efforts to stay ahead of industry demands and trends Linear LLC, a leader in residential and commercial access control, emergency response and security solutions, recently concluded its 2013 dealer council meetings, wrapping up the four city tour with a stop in Phoenix, Arizona. 2013 marks the third consecutive year Linear hosted the regional events. The council meetings are part of Linear's ongoing efforts to stay ahead of ind...

The La Costa Film Festival will be held October 24-27, 2013 at the storied Omni La Costa Resort and Spa Linear, a leader in residential and commercial access control, security and health and wellness solutions, announces its sponsorship of the first ever La Costa Film Festival, billed by organizers as, “…a unique cultural event that enhances our appreciation of the arts, and establishes not just our community, but all of North County (San Diego) as an entertainmen...

The seminar will be held September 17, 2013, from 8:30 am to 4:30 pm at the Gaylord Texan in Grapevine, Texas To better help schools, integrators and security consultants keep schoolchildren and K-12 staff safe, Ingersoll Rand Security Technologies recently announced its autumn line-up of support, including a special security seminar, several webinars and aid in locating funding. Both the seminar and webinars will be done in consort with Paul Timm, PSP, President of Reta Secur...

With the successful launch of the new S-Steel range of entry panels, Urmet, Europe’s largest door-entry manufacturer, is now pleased to offer this award-winning panel as part of a kit, providing installers with unbeatable value and flexibility. No matter what cabling you’re using, these kits are compatible with all of Urmet’s systems, including analogue, 2 wire, GSM and IP. Urmet kit prices start from as little as £39 + VAT for a simple economy one-button audio kit. S-St...

ievo has launched five new marketing documents for UK and international security installers Currently at the forefront of biometric technology and innovation, ievo have launched their new brand complete with a logo refresh, redesigned website, additional marketing support materials and Smartphone applications for ievo installers and end users. Since 2009 ievo have been manufacturing superior biometric access control readers alongside providing unparalleled technical, sales an...

The UK access control market has been affected by the recent economic downturn According to Access Control, a new Market Update from market intelligence provider Key Note, the UK access control market fell by 1.3% in 2012, after the market contracted by 1.6% in the previous year. The UK Access Control market has been affected by the recent economic downturn, weak business investment activities, and a declining construction market. In 2012, the value for business investmen...

The programme will help customers accelerate development of trusted execution hardware security for mobile devices INSIDE Secure recently announces that it has joined the ARM TrustZone Ready Programme. This will enable customers to reduce the cost and complexity of building industry standard hardware-based security into next-generation tablets, smartphones and other mobile and connected platforms using INSIDE’s content protection and embedded security solutions. As a Tru...

The new website offers a wealth of fire, safety, security and life safety information Red Hawk Fire & Security, a leader in fire, life safety and security services, announced recently the launch of its redesigned website www.redhawkus.com. Part of a continued effort to develop a more robust web presence, the new site highlights Red Hawk’s team of industry veterans, while improving the overall user experience for visitors to the site. It offers an uncluttered layout a...

Unipart will join the awards ceremony which takes place in October in London Unipart Security is thrilled to announce that it has been nominated for Guarding Company of the Year and Best Deployment of Lone Worker Technology. The prestigious Security Excellence Awards, held in October, is now in its 15th year. The results will be announced in October at the Security Excellence Awards ceremony, held at the London Hilton Hotel on Park Lane. The full list of finalists can be view...

SALTO Systems raised funds by assisting a charity cycle team from Citadines Apart’hotels SALTO Systems, world leaders in wire free and wireless access control solutions, have assisted a charity cycle team from Citadines Apart’hotels to raise funds for the British Heart Foundation. Staff from The Ascott Ltd, a global network of fully-equipped serviced apartments across Europe and Asia Pacific offering the privacy of your own apartment while enjoying the convenience...

According to the report, the global door phone market is transitioning from audio to video technology The $1.8 billion global door phone market is transitioning from audio to video technology, with video set to grow and account for 50% of unit shipments in 2017, according to a new report entitled “The World Market for Audio and Video Door Phones” from IMS Research, now part of IHS. Worldwide unit shipments of video door phones are forecast to grow by 7.5% during t...

Krinitt will drive product development initiatives to further enhance Matrix's technology Matrix Systems, an access control and security solutions provider with a reputation built on service and long-term customer relationships, recently announced the appointment of Jeremy Krinitt as Senior Director of Product Management effective immediately. With more than 11 years of experience in marketing and technology processes in the technology industry, Krinitt will drive product...

vps has for a number of years offered logical security solutions in collaboration with Nexus Over the last 20 years, vps has gone on a journey that has taken the company from identity card personalisation to mobile identity management. As the pace of technological change continues to accelerate, its security specialists have honed their skills and continuously evolved their products and solutions. In the process, vps’ image has been transformed: the focus on hardware...

The conference also allows the attendees the opportunity to learn first-hand from the industry's leaders ACI-NA Public Safety & Security Conference - 2013 will be held in Toronto, Ontario, Canada from the 12th –15th August 2013. The conference is dedicated to bringing together high-level TSA and FAA 2013 officials with airport safety and security professionals, providing the opportunity to discuss and share the latest public safety and security issues facing airport...

Axis Security has been nominated for this year's Security Guarding Company of the Year Axis Security has been selected as a finalist in three categories at this year’s Security Excellence Awards: "Security Guarding Company of the Year", "ACS Champion of the Year", and "Security Manager of the Year" with John Sephton as the nominated Security Manager. This year saw a record number of entries, so we are therefore very proud to have made the final cut. Trophies will be awa...

INSIDE's TrustZone portfolio includes cryptographic modules, DRM and content protection solutions and security toolkits INSIDE Secure recently announced that its portfolio of embedded software security solutions now enables manufacturers to implement TrustZone-based system-wide security across the industry’s broadest range of content protection, enterprise security, and mobile payments applications. The INSIDE TrustZone-enabled product portfolio includes many of its FIP...