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ZeitControl cardsystems GmbH presents the world’s first RFID label with integrated microprocessor, and so showing the future in the RFID label market. In this new label ZeitControl cardsystems is fusing their competence in inventing programmable smart cards with their knowledge in the RFID sector. The new label combines the advantages of both: BasicCard and 13.56 MHz RFID technology. The well-known BasicCard development environment allows you to create highly secure applications within a...

Genetec's Security Center blends license plate recognition, video surveillance and access control into one platform At the upcoming ASIS trade show and conference on booth #3514, Genetec, a pioneer in the physical security industry and a leading provider of world-class unified IP security solutions, will showcase the latest advances in its unified security platform, Security Center, which blends license plate recognition (LPR), video surveillance and access control into one ea...

This year we launched new 2.0 versions of our Access 7 C and Access 8 CD readers. These new readers provide much lower power consumption than similar readers on the market, enabling you to significantly lower your energy costs. Low power consumption in turn lowers a site’s backup power requirement, translating to lower overall installation costs – giving you yet another advantage over your competitors. As a system supplier you benefit further from the convenience of all future c...

TDSi's programme helps partners to achieve the specific modules required for the next level of competency TDSi, a global leader in access control systems for all sizes of businesses and organisations, has launched its ‘Gateway’ installer training programme to offer its partners the highest levels of product knowledge and support.  Gateway has been carefully designed to ensure that TDSi’s Authorised, Gold and Platinum level installer partners have everyth...

The FaceFirst facial recognition software offers border security, police and military Chris Williams, Director of Wavestore believes that the demand for facial recognition software will significantly increase over the next twelve months, and particularly so for high security or mission critical applications where a high performance detection capability is required. “Facial recognition software has already earnt the trust of numerous end-users around the world and there...

TKH will release its FlinQ 4.0 GUI that provides an intuitive security management solution TKH Security Solutions recently announced it will participate in the Security Essen 2012 trade show from September 25th through the 28th (hall 3, booth 411). Each access control, video surveillance, and security management solution is proven to perform effectively in actual security applications, including with situation-specific video analytics algorithms. TKH Security Solutions will de...

Leading video surveillance and remote monitoring company mobiDEOS Inc. is bringing its MobileCamViewer mobile surveillance application to new consumer tablet devices as the rising technology catches on with more users. mobiDEOS was among the first companies to bring mobile surveillance to tablet users, launching MobileCamViewer for the iPad and Android tablets over the past several years. The company is now among the first to offer the technology to the Amazon Kindle Fire and Barnes & Noble...

The new version of Ocularis, OnSSI’s flagship surveillance and security platform, focuses on system-wide administration and optimised hardware utilisation. The new version of Ocularis introduces automatic licensing, a huge time-saver for system administrators and overall cost-saver. Now, the system administrator is free to connect and replace cameras – which are immediately fully operational – whenever convenient. System-wide administration is further enhanced with a brand-new...

Axis Communications recently introduces new fixed dome network cameras offering outstanding image quality including support for wide dynamic range (WDR) with ‘dynamic capture’. AXIS P3384 Network Cameras, available in indoor and outdoor-ready models, are suitable for installations close to large windows and entrances in buildings, in tunnel passages and other areas with strong variations in light. This makes the IP cameras ideal for airports, train stations, government and bank build...

Idesco's AESCO is the world's first encryption solution for reader-host data transfers Earlier this spring while preparing to launch AESCO, Idesco learned a number of the Scandinavian region's major integrators had quietly expressed an intense interest in the world’s first encryption solution for reader-host data transfers. This interest only intensified after the cutting edge innovation's launch. Nevertheless, AESCO's recent and subsequent nomination to the Access Cont...

The report states that integrators can remainprofitable if they focus on increasing serviceand maintenance revenue As dark economic clouds continue to linger across the world, how can building automation integrators guarantee future success? A recent report from IMS Research (recently acquired by IHS Inc. (NYSE:IHS)), states if integrators focus on increasing service and maintenance revenue they can remain profitable despite the economic conditions. The IMS Research repor...

Fluidmesh Networks and Talk-A-Phone Co. will provide an integrated wireless solution Fluidmesh Networks, a leader in wireless IP backbone systems, has partnered with Talk-A-Phone Co., a leading supplier of emergency communications and mass notification solutions, to provide an integrated wireless solution for its VOIP-500 Series phones and WEBS mass notification systems. “Now you can have the same Talk-A-Phone experience anywhere,” commented Alek Kireyenka, market...

Nine use cases will be demonstrated at ASIS 2012, including automatic discovery of equipment and systems Leading security vendors will demonstrate the interoperability of their PSIA-compliant systems, including access control, intrusion detection, video, analytics and storage and physical security information management (PSIM), at ASIS 2012. At least nine use cases based on new and existing PSIA specifications will be demonstrated at ASIS 2012, including automatic discovery o...

The guide advises on the range of ways by which access control systems can be used in a more energy efficient manner By maximising the environmental sustainability of their security systems, companies can not only save money, but also help contribute towards eco-stability, which can be a fantastic starting point from which an organisation can promote itself to both relevant bodies and the public as a whole. This is the main message behind a new guide published by the British...

Orchard Fencing fits perimeter security solutions across the south and south-west of England The success or failure of a criminal attack on your site will probably be decided within a few seconds, at the perimeter, says Chris Rust, MD of Orchard Fencing. With modern attack methods and the availability of portable power tools, it’s much harder these days to create an impenetrable barrier. But security planners have new tools too – so with the right approach, and a...

Sagy Amit, Jicko Chetrit and Dan McGinely bring together a weatlth of industry experience to DVTEL team DVTEL, Inc., the IP video surveillance technology innovator, recently announced that it has hired three new business executives to strengthen its sales, marketing, and R&D teams to continue to drive growth. These seasoned business professionals bring a wealth of industry experience to the DVTEL team, with more than 50 years of combined experience. Sagy Amit has been app...

Fore! offers practical security management solution to small and medium-sized businesses TKH Security Solutions recently announced that Fore!, its new modular security management solution, has been nominated by a jury of industry representatives for the 2013 Safety and Security Management Award from GIT Security. The jury included members of BHE, TUEV, VDMA, and ZVEI as well as select trial users. Fore! offers small and medium-sized businesses a practical security management...

IEIMobile, the branded mobile solution provider established by IEI Technology Corp. (IEI), announced the launch of the AVL-3000, a highly integrated auto data server designed for advanced vehicle and asset management applications. The AVL-3000 includes various features such as the Intel Atom N2600 1.6GHz CPU, Windows 7 OS, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, HSUPA/GPRS/GSM, GPS, and On-Board Diagnostics (OBD) technologies. An exceptional feature of the AVL-3000 is its ability to incorporate a wide range of I/O i...

NICE Systems recently announced the introduction of its new release of the NICE Inform multimedia incident information management solution. The new release of NICE Inform builds on NICE’s advanced capabilities by giving security control centers and Public Safety Answering Points (PSAPs) the ability to integrate text, video and voice recordings from third party capture platforms into holistic incident timelines. This differentiating technology reinforces NICE’s support of Next Generat...

Videx is proud to announce the release of its latest CyberLock Flex System module. The CyberLock Flex System Keyport is part of a sophisticated access control system designed to increase security, track and control access, and improve key control throughout a facility. The Keyport module is a component of the Flex System, an expansion platform that brings all of the benefits of a wired access control solution to the key-centric CyberLock system.This rugged, weatherised multifunction module can...

This event for end users with security management responsibilities features a two-day educational programme With big names from the world of security, finance, Government and policing in attendance, Global Security Summit London (www.globalsecurity-summit.com) organisers UBM Live and Pro-Activ Publications have announced the inaugural show’s two-day, sector-driven education programme for 10-11 October 2012. This bespoke event for end users with security management and c...

Kantech, part of Tyco Security Products, has announced Intevo, an integrated security platform that unites access control, IP video and intrusion in a compact and scalable solution. Intevo is an easy to deploy integrated security platform, designed to be up and running in minimal time. Intevo is simple to configure and includes a customised dashboard for easy system management. The system is preloaded with Kantech’s EntraPass Corporate Edition security management software and American Dyn...

ASSA ABLOY recently launched its ABLOY PROTEC CLIQ PLW330N Super Weatherproof Padlock, a programmable electromechanical lock designed to operate in harsh conditions. ABLOY padlocks are renowned for their durability, as confirmed by independent tests,” said Corbin Anderson, National Sales Manager, Abloy Security. “The PLW330N is not only one of the toughest padlocks we make, but it also provides a double layer of security thanks to its combination of electronic and mechanical protect...

Software Analyst Ian Hoare and Product support engineer Geoff Boulton have both seen huge change carrer change As TDSi, a global leader in access control systems for all sizes of businesses and organisations, approaches its 30th Anniversary the company is honouring its longest serving members of staff – Product Support Engineer Geoff Boulton and Software Analyst and Developer Ian Hoare. Both team members have seen TDSi grow and evolve during their time - Geoff joined Int...

SIA's PIV Working Group proposed improvements to make the PIV card more usable Recently, the Security Industry Association (SIA) submitted important new comments to NIST regarding the revised draft of FIPS 201-2, the standard for Personal Identity Verification (PIV). SIA’s PIV Working Group contributed comments and proposed improvements to make the PIV card more usable in physical access control applications, especially those that address the high security objectives of...

According to Acuity Market Intelligence, by 2015 countries issuing eIDs will exceed those using traditioanal IDs HID Global, trusted leader in solutions for the delivery of secure identity, provided its perspective on some of the key trends likely to impact government identity programs over the next five years. The overarching drivers are the dramatic shift from traditional national identity documents to eIDs, and the growing requirement to defend against mass counterfeiting a...

Gary Rowden Sales and Marketing Director of Samsung Techwin looks forward to working with Norbain Samsung Techwin Europe is pleased to announce the signing of a new distribution agreement with Norbain SD Limited. This news follows on from the announcement on 2nd July 2012 that Norbain’s UK operation has been acquired by Newbury Investments (UK) Ltd, in a pre-pack arrangement from the administrators, KPMG. “Our priority has always been to ensure our customer...

Jens Holmberg brings significant and long experience within security Idesco is happy to welcome Jens Holmberg who has filled the position of Business Manager for Idesco AB, taking responsibility for Idesco’s key accounts sales activities in Scandinavia. Jens brings significant and long experience within security, namely with Bravida, G4S and YIT where he had recently worked in business development. "We are delighted to have Jens as part of our team. We are supplying ev...

Complete Pixel represents security product manufacturer's, such as IQinVision and Veracity, among others Complete Pixel, a manufacturers’ representative group specialising in leading-edge security products, begins operations this month in the Middle East region. The new company’s entry into the security products marketplace represents a brand new business model for manufacturer representation in the industry. “Complete Pixel brings to market well-known manuf...

Secure Wireless customers will benefit from Linear’s training and technical support teams Linear LLC, the leader in residential and commercial access control, emergency response and security solutions, announces the consolidation of Secure Wireless, Inc. All Secure Wireless operations will be integrated with those of Linear during the second half of 2012. Secure Wireless will remain an important product offering and brand in the Linear portfolio. Founded in 2002, Secure...