Access control news

American Dynamics' New HDVR (Hybrid Digital Video Recorder) Tyco Security Products will be unveiling a host of innovative access control, intrusion & video products from its security brands at Intersec, Dubai. The exhibition takes place on 16-18 January at the Dubai International Convention Exhibition Centre. The latest solutions include: American Dynamics NEW victor Unified Video Management Solutionvictor is a unified video management system from American Dynamics that en...

Sony Corporation, Bosch Security Systems and Axis Communications joined together to form ONVIF First launched in 2008 with the aim of facilitating the development and use of a global open standard for the interface of network video products, in just two years the Open Network Video Interface Forum (ONVIF) has made great strides ahead. Now with over 240 members, at the recent Security Essen exhibition ONVIF showcased its latest open-protocol products and outlined plans for furt...

The Advisory Board will bring together senior members of the G4S Iraq business and senior Iraqi leadersG4S Risk Management, a leading provider of risk mitigation and secure support services, announces the formation of an Iraq Advisory Board to assist with the development of its Secure Solutions business in the country. The Advisory Board will be chaired by Michael P Wareing CMG, formerly the British Prime Minister's Special Envoy for Reconstruction in Southern Iraq and Chairman of the Basra Deve...

The Memorandum will strengthen Gallagher's position in a growing Asian marketGallagher Security Management Systems is to sign a Memorandum of Understanding with Vietnam's Ministry of Public Security strengthening the company's position in a growing Asian market. GSMS representatives recently met with Institute of Professional Electronics & Mechanical Engineering Director, Mr Nguyen Thanh Bien, to discuss future security projects throughout Vietnam's government divisions. Mr Bien express...

Cognitec's biometric face recognition FaceVACS-VideoScan softwareCognitec Systems, a leader in face recognition technology and systems, presented its latest products at the ID World 2010 held at the Milanofiori Congress Centre in Milan, November 16-18, 2010. Cognitec's presentation included: A new version of Cognitec's biometric face recognition VideoScan software: Person identification through video surveillance cameras using multiple cameras in real-time, based on Cognitec's unique face tracke...

The uPASS is a hands free access control solution for commercial and residential parking facilitiesNedap Middle East will exhibit at Intersec 2011 and will present its latest novelties in the areas of Security Management and AVI. Intersec is the largest and most comprehensive exhibition for safety and security in the Middle East, making it the perfect platform for Nedap to present the latest additions to its product range.Nedap Security Management will present a sneak preview of the complet...

Mick Lee, Chairman of the BSIA's Police and Public Services Section which represents private security companiesAs the clear-up continues at Conservative Party headquarters following last week's violent student protests against tuition fees, the British Security Industry Association (BSIA) is highlighting the important role that the private security industry could play in avoiding future clashes. Wednesday's protest, initially expected to attract 20,000 protestors, was in fact attended by an esti...

Security of airfreight has long been considered the soft underbelly in the overall aviation security regimeThe recent discovery of two Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs) already in transit to target through the airfreight transportation system, has prompted a near global clampdown on the movement of cargo from Yemen, fear that more such devices may be en-route or have reached target and a manhunt for the master bomb maker thought to be responsible.The devices, founded en-route to the United Sta...

Counter Terror Expo's new look website delivers in-depth information for participantsCounter Terror Expo is shifting to the prestigious Grand Hall at London Olympia next year. The move has been prompted by unprecedented demand from exhibitors and delegates alike and marks Counter Terror Expo out as being the premier global event for professionals at the sharp end in delivering a robust defence against the threat presented by international terrorism."The counter-terrorism world is dynamic an...

LCD access control readers from PaxtonPaxton Access Inc is the US Sales and Marketing arm of Paxton Ltd, the internationally developing British manufacturer of access control systems. They have recently joined forces with Martco, one of the largest and most dedicated providers of security and surveillance equipment in the US. Martco has over 50 years of industry experience. Their reputation as a highly trusted and respected distributor within the security industry makes them the perfect ass...

Thanks to this partnership, Nedap is confident that it will capture a bigger share of the market in ItalyI&SI project management and system integrator of security systems will become Nedap's new Business Partner in Italy. I&SI was founded in 1984 and is extensively present on the Italian territory through subsidiaries and local partners. Thanks to this partnership, Nedap is confident that it will capture a bigger share of the market in Italy."I&SI is a uniquely positioned busine...

Developments in the field of security printing are going to be discussed at the eventSummary Pira International are pleased to announce that the President of the Republic of Croatia, Professor Ivo Josipovic has accepted patronage of Security Printing and Alternative Solutions in Central & Eastern Europe and Russia conference, taking place 25-27 January 2011, in Zagreb, Croatia. A representative from the President's office will also be present on the first conference day, 26 January 2011, to...

 Abloy UK is running a calendar of events at the Academy Abloy UK has hosted its first customer event at the brand new ASSA ABLOY Academy in Portobello, West Midlands, providing locksmiths, access control specialists and systems integrators with an exclusive first look at the new, state-of-the-art training facilities.The Academy includes a fully equipped classroom, showroom and workshop, where customers can attend product presentations, specification seminars and practical installation trai...

The event will cover the latest innovation in banknote security amongst other topicsPira International announces the full agenda for the Security Printing & Alternative Solutions in Central/Eastern Europe & Russia/CIS conference. The event marks its 11th anniversary in 2011 and takes place 25-27 January in the cultural capital of Croatia, Zagreb. Key topics covered: Case studies of eID card and ePassport projects Counterfeiting solutions The latest innovation in banknote security Technol...

The GAI promotes the interests of the whole architectural ironmongery industryThe Guild of Architectural Ironmongers (GAI) has confirmed SALTO as an affiliate member of the organisation, which is great news for its many AI customers.The GAI isthe United Kingdom's only trade body solely dedicated to promoting the interests of the whole architectural ironmongery industry, Architectural Ironmongers themselves and the manufacturers and wholesalers of Architectural Ironmongery products.SALTO UK...

Representatives from Burg-Wächter and VdS are pleased with the certificate presentationFingerprints result from so-called epidermal ridges on our fingertips. These characteristic skin ridges are unique and inalterable for every human, even for every single finger. The fact that people cannot forget their fingers is one reason why biometric methods of identification are gaining increasing popularity. In close cooperation with scientists at the University of Applied Sciences in Giessen a...

Sukhi Ghuman, Octavian Security owner and founder, established the Canine Division in 2007Octavian Security, the Derby based, award-winning security firm, is expanding its Canine Division in response to the heightened threat of internal and external terrorist activities and their use of explosives such as PETN and TATP.Octavian Security commercial director Tony Mellor said: "Companies are increasingly recognising their corporate responsibility for the safety and security of their personnel,...

Mr. Nash joins Genetec, a pioneer in the physical security industry, as COO Genetec, a pioneer in the physical security industry and a provider of world-class IP security solutions, is proud to announce that Bill Nash has joined Genetec in the role of Chief Operating Officer (COO). Mr. Nash will augment Genetec's existing executive team with his experience in successfully mentoring fast-growing high tech companies and he will help formulate policies and procedures needed to proactively manage th...

Tony has extensive experience in the physical security sector Tony Girard has been appointed Managing Director of Bavak PAS Ltd, the new joint venture between Bavak BV and ParkSecure that is bringing a new range of perimeter security and access control technologies to installers and end-users throughout the UK and Ireland.Tony has extensive experience in the physical security sector having been formerly Managing Director of Gunnebo Physical Security and APT Security Systems. His early career was...

Full Member Status enhances skills and provides marketing opportunities for Independent Security Consultant Honeywell announced that Roger Pike Associates Ltd, a leading independent UK security consultancy, has achieved Full Member status of the Honeywell Trained Specifier Certification (TSC) programme.The Full Member certification recognises the substantial investment made by Roger Pike Associates Ltd in training its staff on Honeywell security products to ensure optimum supp...

David states that the 2012 Olympics represent a significant business opportunity for BSIA membersThe British Security Industry Association (BSIA) has announced its support for the forthcoming Olympic and Paralympic Safety and Security Conference 2010. The event, now in its second year, will take place on 25 November and is hosted by the Royal United Services Institute (RUSI) in Whitehall, London. With less than two years to go before the opening ceremony planning for 2012 steps up a gear, shaped...

The agreement helps the organisations to launch new secure, robust, and comprehensive security solutionsPartnership to pursue global information assurance initiativesInformation assurance innovators combine their knowledge to leverage capabilitiesPartnership to combine the knowledge of two information assurance innovators to pursue additional key management, secure communications and cyber security initiatives.CASSIDIAN is the new name of EADS Defence & SecuritySypris Electronics,...

The Innovation Prize is the third award the Tailgate Detector has received this year Luxembourg-based sensing specialist IEE has won the Fedil Innovation Prize in the category Business Development for its Tailgate Detector, an innovative access control solution based on 3D sensing technology. The Business Federation Luxembourg Fedil issued the award at a ceremony held on Wednesday, 24 November 2010 at the Chamber of Commerce in Luxembourg, and which took place in the presence...

The event is to be held from 31 May - 2 June 2011 at Airport Expo DubaiREED Exhibitions Middle East, one of the leading organisers of trade and consumer exhibitions, announced over 33 international exhibitors, specialised providers and industry suppliers have confirmed participation for the 11th edition of Airport Show Dubai, which is more than double the confirmations received over the same period for the previous edition.Organised under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Ahmed Bin Saeed Al M...

Mission 500 is also hosting its second 5K charity run at ISC West on April 7, 2011Mission 500, a non-profit initiative focusing on the security industry and dedicated to serving the needs of children and communities in crisis, is seeking candidates for the 2011 "Mission 500 Humanitarian Award". The Award will be presented at a special cocktail reception on April 6, 2011 during ISC West in Las Vegas.The purpose of the Mission 500 Humanitarian Award is to honour individuals in the securi...

The Security Alliance will now hold discussions with the Government and the SIAThe Government's announcement on 14 October that there will be a phased transition to a new regulatory system was given a cautious welcome by the Security Alliance on 15 October. Since then, the stakeholders in industry who formed that Alliance have met and agreed that they will act in a transparent and consensual way to reflect the security industry's views as a single voice and will work with central and devolved go...

Long hours of darkness during winter make properties more vulnerableAs the days are getting shorter and the cold starts settling in, the British Security Industry Association (BSIA) is reminding homeowners of the importance of ensuring that their homes and possessions are protected this winter. Past events have proven that the risk of falling victim of crimes such as burglary increases during the cold season, as long hours of darkness make properties more vulnerable. However, simple and cost-eff...

Q1 Labs has hired Pierre Herbolet to work with partners in Spain and Italy to deliver security intelligence solutionsQ1 Labs, a global provider of total security intelligence solutions, has announced its strongest year-to-date growth in Europe and has committed more resources to ensure partners and customers benefit from its expertise within SIEM. The company has added over 55 customers in Europe in Q3 2010 alone, and in the first three quarters of 2010, has more than doubled its EMEA custo...

The most promising of the upcoming technologies is whole body imaging technologiesScientists have designed a prototype scanner to detect bottled liquid explosives at airports, the bottled liquid scanner which employs ultra-low field magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) technology called MagViz (Magnetic Vision) but the technology still a long way from being widely adopted. Gulzar Ahmed Janjua, Chief of Security, for the Pakistan Civil Aviation Authority, believes that technology will play a huge par...

The BSIA reaction comes after airport security measures in the UK were criticisedAs Western airlines once again become the focus of terrorist threat, the British Security Industry Association (BSIA) is highlighting the ongoing importance of aviation security in the fight against extremism.A plot by Yemen-based members of terrorist group Al-Qaida to smuggle explosive materials within innocuous-looking printer cartridges on US cargo planes was uncovered sometime back, causing authorities...