Access control news

Homeland security event, INDESEC Expo 2010, a grand success

INDESEC showcased latest technologies for homeland & border security, maritime security etcOver 100 exhibitors Over 50 speakers, panellists & chairmen Over 2,000 attendeesThe third edition of INDESEC Expo establishes itself as the platform for global home security solution providers to gather and address solutions for the Indian government. INDESEC took place from 6-8 September, 2010 in New Delhi.The event was well attended by all sectors of the homeland security industry and early repor...

RISCO Group's upcoming exhibitions around the world

RISCO will be exhibiting a range of products at a number of tradeshows around the worldRISCO Group, a leading provider of Integrated Security Solutions, will be exhibiting its Integration, Video, Access Control, Intrusion and Wireless Solutions at several professional exhibitons around the world:ASIS 2010, 12-15 October, Dallas, TX - Booth 4117- The ONE Destination for Your Security Solutions, the meeting point for decision-makers represent the entire security spectrum, from corporate, ente...

IP video surveillance company, MOBOTIX, to reinforce its Management Board

MOBOTIX has developed a new market segment in the field of access control and IP door stationTo support the continuous strong growth of MOBOTIX AG, the Supervisory Board of MOBOTIX AG has decided on September 19, 2010 (subject to approval by the Annual General Meeting on expanding the Management Board), to appoint two additional members to the Management Board as of January 1, 2011 and to newly divide the departments. Lutz Coelen, who also managed the sales department on interim basis, will rema...

Green security, High-Definition (HD) & IP Surveillance form the theme of CompoSec 2011

Composec will offer a series of product design solution seminars for security product manufacturersNearly 50 security component manufacturers and suppliers from around the world are exhibiting at CompoSec, the world's only event for component suppliers. The show will take place from 20 - 22 April 2011 at the Nangang Taipei World Trade Centre and will offer a series of product design solution seminars for security product manufacturers. The seminars are organised by Messe Frankfurt New Era B...

Access control specialists, SALTO and EVVA, jointly acquire Carl F Access AB

 Carl F Access AB has been very successful in selling SALTO and EVVA's access control solutionsSALTO Systems in partnership with EVVA announces that together both companies have jointly acquired the business of Carl F Access AB in Stockholm, Sweden.Previously owned by the Sanistål Group, Carl F Access AB has been very successful in selling SALTO advanced battery powered wireless access control solutions and EVVA high security locks into the Scandinavian market and the acquisition give...

Nedap and Apice form partnership to collaborate on the Italian security market

Apice has 20 years of experience and expertise in access control and domoticsNedap Security Management and Apice have announced that they have entered into a partnership agreement to collaborate on the Italian security market.Apice, the Italian manufacturer and system integrator of access control devices and software, will become Nedap's new Business Partner in Italy. Apice has 20 years of experience and expertise in access control and domotics and is widely represented through a national networ...

Entrepreneur Maurice Kanbar backs Octavian Security USA

The deal makes Sam, Maurice and Sukhi equal shareholders in Octavian Security's businessMaurice Kanbar, the famous US entrepreneur, is the latest business visionary to put his weight behind Octavian USA, the US arm of the already well-established UK-based Octavian Security, just two months after Octavian USA received its first stateside contract. The move will see Octavian USA add to its first Tulsa office, with new premises in San Francisco and California.Maurice, the serial entrepreneur,...

Upcoming BSIA event focuses on enhancing public security in the face of police budget cuts

Effective working partnerships between police and private security companies result in budgetary savingsWith budget cuts across the public sector recently announced by the Coalition government, police forces across the country will be faced with increased pressure to cut costs while maintaining an excellent level of service to local communities. The private security industry can do much to help police forces overcome this challenge, especially when it comes to protecting national and regional in...

Ingersoll partners with ISG to deliver advanced contactless smart card readers to customers

Schlage contactless smart credentialIngersoll Rand Security Technologies, a leading global provider of security and safety solutions and manufacturer of Schlage contactless smart credentials and readers, and Identification Systems Group (ISG) have partnered to deliver innovative printing, personalisation, enrolment and issuance products. The partnership pairs Schlage technology with the expansive expert network of ISG Members in North America.Trends in security convergence and identity managemen...

Honeywell appoints Knight Security as Commercial Security Systems' authorised dealer

Honeywell's programme is designed for dealers with expertise in intrusion, video surveillance and access controlHoneywell has selected Knight Security Systems, Inc. as a Honeywell Authorised Dealer for Commercial Security Systems (CSS). The programme will provide design, installation and support services for the Harrisburg, Pennsylvania-based integrator, which specialises in the service and maintenance of security, fire, video, access control and other low-voltage systems for both residential an...

G4S to shower iPads on 10 lucky ASIS 2010 attendees

G4S will be sharing with ASIS attendees the company's vision to deliver integrated security solutionsG4S Secure Solutions, a global provider of comprehensive security solutions combining technology, manpower and innovation, will give away iPads to 10 attendees at the ASIS show this October in Dallas. Winners will be drawn from attendees who pick up iPad entry cards at the G4S booth and get them stamped by G4S security officers attending the show and circulating throughout the ASIS show floor. Th...

Brivo’s physical access control system, Aparto, enters the FIPS 201 Approved Product List

Brivo's OnSite Aparato™ Physical Access Control SystemBrivo Systems LLC, the leader in Software-as-a-Service applications for security management, announced that its ACS OnSite Aparato™ Physical Access Control System (PACS) has gained coveted placement on the General Services Administration's (GSA) FIPS 201 Approved Product List (APL) in the Caching Status Proxy category. Caching status proxies periodically update certificate revocation status, allowing for rapid access control...

CNL launches Technology Alliance Programme for the Physical Security Information Management market

Inclusion in large Physical Security Information Management deployments is one benefit of TAPCNL, a world leader in Physical Security Information Management (PSIM) software, is pleased to announce the launch of its Technology Alliance Programme (TAP). CNL has taken a lead in the PSIM market by initiating this programme. It will allow greater interoperability between disparate security technologies, giving end-users the ability to create optimised solutions for risk reduction within their organis...

Mayflex, the surveillance equipment distributor, appoints new recruits in sales and business development team

Andrew Percival, MD, Mayflex believes the changes will fuel the company's growth and enhance customer serviceMayflex, the cabling infrastructure, networking and physical security solutions distributor, has announced a number of new recruits as it strengthens its sales and business development teams. Announcing the additions to the teams and the creation of new a Technical Manager role within the business, Andrew Percival, Managing Director at Mayflex, comments: "Having completed a review of...

Kaba's access control solutions seminar receives RIBA CPD approval

Kaba's seminar is named 'Security Doors and Access Control Solutions'Kaba Ltd. recently submitted a CPD seminar entitled 'Security Doors and Access Control Solutions' to RIBA (Royal Institute of British Architects) and are delighted to confirm that the seminar has been assessed and approved as conforming to RIBA CPD guidelines. The seminar 'Security Doors and Access Control Solutions' covered the standards and regulations for access control, the benefits of security doors, turnstiles and access...

3M to acquire biometric authentication solutions provider, Cogent Inc.

Cogent's FIPS 201 certified dual-digit optical fingerprint scanner, the CSD 4503M and Cogent Inc. announced that they have entered into a definitive agreement for 3M's acquisition of Cogent Inc. for $10.50 per share. The proposed transaction has an aggregate value of approximately $943 million, or approximately $430 million net of cash acquired. Cogent Inc., commonly referred to as Cogent Systems, provides finger, palm, face and iris biometric systems for governments, law enforcement agenci...

Abloy UK's Open Door Sessions impart education on school security

Abloy UK had opened a new series of seminars with a focus on education, offering industry consultants and end-users the opportunity to find out more about the security issues in this sector.The first ‘Open Door Session', held at ASSA ABLOY Headquarters in Willenhall, included presentations on the different levels of security in a school building, and the importance of complying with current industry standards and Building Regulations. Guests also received an update on the security solution...

Advantages of open standards within security top of Siemens agenda at Essen conference

Siemens is collaborating on ongoing extensions to the ONVIF standard to integrate access control systemsAt a press conference held ahead of Security 2010 in Essen (Germany), Siemens Building Technologies Division (BT) touted the advantages of open standards in the area of security and the innovative solutions through which these can contribute to a more secure world. The focus was on the integrated security management system Siveillance Fusion, as well as Siveillance Netwatch which is to incorpo...

Mayflex acquires UK distributor rights for MOBOTIX T24 Video IP Door Station

 Mobotix T24 Video IP Door Station  Mayflex has added the MOBOTIX T24 Video IP Door Station to its catalogue of IP based security solutions.The T24 incorporates a 360° high-resolution camera to capture images of the entire area in front of a building's entrance without any blind spots. When a doorbell is rung, a connection is established with an onsite VoIP video phone allowing the occupier to see and communicate with the visitor. A key feature of the T24, however, is that video an...

Ingersoll and ScreenCheck enter into partnership to customise access control cards for end-users

Schlage contactless smart credential Ingersoll Rand Security Technologies, a leading global provider of security and safety solutions and manufacturer of Schlage contactless smart credentials and readers, and ScreenCheck International, a leading developer of smart card software solutions, have entered into a partnership which will let customers design, encode, print and manage their card population through ScreenCheck's innovative BadgeMaker Online software. The partnership will offer customers...

ASIS 2010 visitors to get first look at the new access control solution from Videx, the CyberKey Vault 20

CyberKey Vault 20, the new key cabinet from VidexVidex announces CyberKey Vault 20, a smart key cabinet that offers a whole new level of accountability and key control. Unlike other key cabinets, electronic keys that are stored in the Vault contain no permissions to open any locks in a facility. When an employee needs a key, their RFID card or PIN must be entered to open the Vault and request a key to be programmed and released. The key that is released contains the access permissions specific o...

Delta Scientific’s DSC288 high security sliding gate meets ASTM M50 and K12 standards

Delta Scientific, the leading manufacturer of counter-terrorist vehicle control systems used in the United States and internationally recently announced that a new high security sliding gate, which will match the materials used in the perimeter fence, has been successfully full-scale tested to ASTM M50 and K12 standards, allowing no penetration of a 15,000 pound/66.7 kN truck traveling 50 mph/80 kph. The next-generation Delta DSC288 sliding gate also features a shallow foundation of only 33.5 in...

Axel Schmidt is appointed as General Manager for SALTO’s access control products business in Germany

Axel Schmidt, General Manager, SALTO Germany SALTO Systems, world leader in advanced battery powered wireless access control solutions, has appointed Axel Schmidt as General Manager of its new German Business Unit.Schmidt is perfectly placed to head up the new operation based at Gevelsberg, some 40 minutes from Düsseldorf, Cologne and the Ruhr Metropolis. He has a wealth of experience from almost 15 years with the world market leader in door controls, movable walls and glass fittings and ac...

Octavian rolls out aviation security division with Checkport as franchise partner

Octavian will now provide security and concierge services to aviation terminals in UKUK security company, Octavian Security, has announced its entry into the world aviation security market, as the company has become the official UK security arm of Swissport International - by taking ownership of the Checkport UK franchise.Checkport is a security subsidiary of Swissport International, the world's leading supplier of ground handling services to the aviation sector, and the exclusive franchise...

Pelco and Gallagher announce integration of Endura NVRs and Cardax FT access control system

Pelco network video recorders integrate with the Cardax FT Command Centre access control platformPelco, Inc. by Schneider Electric and Gallagher Security have announced the successful integration of Pelco network video recorders with the Cardax FT Command Centre access control platform offering end users a true, fully featured bi-directional interface. Following more than a year of collaborative research and development between the two companies the integration of the Cardax FT Command Cent...

SIA and CANASA demand exemption of electronic security systems from energy efficiency requirements

Life safety and security systems do not operate in a no-load or stand-by modes and are not designed to be turned offCanadian officials should exempt electronic security and life safety devices from energy efficiency requirements that cannot sensibly be applied to them, SIA and CANASA argued in a joint letter to Natural Resources Canada.Natural Resources Canada is considering efficiency standards that would define energy consumption rules for electronic devices in "stand-by", "no-l...

Security software developer, Palantir Technologies, to exhibit at INDESEC Expo 2010

INDESEC opens its doors to international companies showcasing homeland & border security solutionsInforma Exhibitions India, in association with ASSOCHAM, will be hosting INDESEC Expo 2010, India's only major exhibition and conference dedicated to Homeland Security, at Pragati Maidan, New Delhi from 6th - 8th September 2010. Officially supported by the Ministry of Home Affairs, this event will consist of a 3-day exhibition, a 2-day high level conference and VIP cocktail recept...

Catch the latest innovations in integrated security and fire safety systems from Siemens at Security Essen 2010

The new version of the Sinteso fire safety system and the Siveillance portfolio will be showcased at Essen Security and fire safety solutions take centre stage on the Siemens stand at Security 2010 in Essen: with Siveillance Fusion, Siemens will present an integrated security management system, which offers a centralised view and control of access control, intrusion detection, and video surveillance. Siveillance Fusion is an IT based system with open standards, providing...

SALTO showcased Aelement’s hotel security capabilities at the Hotel Show Dubai 2010

SALTO exhibited its Aelement RFID lock, Glass Door Lock, Panic Bar Solution etc at the showWith increasing number of hotels opening for business, Dubai's hospitality sector is witnessing a rapid surge in growth after the impact of the global recession last year, say industry experts. While most of the global economies, especially the US and Europe, are still struggling to emerge from the grip of recession, hoteliers in Dubai are looking forward to growing opportunities with large number of new h...

Physical access control solutions from HID Global to be showcased at IFSEC South Africa 2010

HID's Sales Manager will present "The benefits of multi-application smart card technology" at IFSECHID Global, trusted leader in solutions for the delivery of secure identity, announced it will showcase the latest advances and offerings in physical access, logical access and secure issuance solutions at IFSEC South Africa SECUREX. In addition to demonstrating its broad portfolio of products and previewing new solutions, John Lakin, HID Global's Regional Sales Manager, Sub-Saharan Afric...