Access control news

IMS Research is planning to further expand its presence in AsiaAs part of its strategy to provide an analyst and sales presence in all key global markets, IMS Research announced that it has opened an office in Seoul, South Korea.Commenting on the reasons behind this expansion, IMS Research's President, Ian Weightman, stated: "We are continuing to expand our coverage of markets such as LEDs, Displays, Consumer Electronics, Semiconductors and PV, and an analyst presence in Korea is vital to e...

Q1 Labs' extensive customer base has contributed to its outstanding revenue increaseQ1 Labs, the global provider of total security intelligence solutions, announced that its revenue has continued to increase at a rapid rate, achieving 98 percent growth in Q3 2010 over Q3 2009. Contributing to this outstanding revenue increase is the company's extensive customer base: Q1 Labs now has more than 1400 customers worldwide, and is continuing to drive the worldwide adoption of SIEM solutions and Securi...

'Phreaking' (dial-through fraud) is an increasing threat for large businessesPanasonic Systems Network Europe (PSNE) announced that it had entered into a technical and commercial relationship with The Callista Group, developers of the Control Phreak voice switch security application, to enhance the security of Panasonic voice solutions and applications.Phreaking and PBX FraudDial-Through fraud, also known as ‘Phreaking', is big business, on the increase at an alarming rate and is often lin...

BSIA's tireless lobbying resulted in the Private Security Industry Act of 2001The British Security Industry Association (BSIA) is calling for a renewed focus on the licensing of in-house security personnel. "Many people will be shocked to discover that the same licensing law that applies to contracted-out security guards does not apply to those directly employed by a business or retailer to carry out security services on their premises. These staff are normally referred to as in-house secur...

 Aimetis has catapulted the technology of IP video management and video analyticsAimetis Corp., a global leader in intelligent IP video management software, announced that Axis Communications has named it North Asia ADP of the Year at the Axis Partner Summit 2010 in Shanghai, China.Axis' North Asia region encompasses China, Korea, Taiwan and Japan. Axis' ADP programme assists software developers in fully integrating Axis network video products in end-user solutions, by providing application...

 The 5th ASIS International Asia-Pacific Conference will take place in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia in December 2011ASIS International is now accepting abstracts for presentations for its 2011 Asia-Pacific Conference. The 5th ASIS International Asia-Pacific Conference & Exhibition will take place in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia on 5-7 December 2011.It will feature around 30 high-level educational sessions divided over three parallel tracks. The Conference will also include sessions for Chief Securi...

PegaSys is the latest wireless intelligent access control solution from Ingersoll RandIngersoll Rand is delighted to announce that  NT Security has been granted Approved Installer status for its PegaSys Intelligent Access Control System. The Kent-based company will support the specification of the new PegaSys Intelligent Access Control System, create quotations, supply and install systems and provide after-sales service, support and maintenance for the South East of England.PegaSys, the lat...

 Dallmeier and other partners demonstrated the interaction of physical security with IT securityOn a large collective stand at it-sa 2010 which was nearly 200 square metres in size, Dallmeier together with other partners in the Convergence Area, showed how physical security solutions can be cleverly linked with IT security components. The convergence of building technology, building security, video surveillance and information security was demonstrated at an unprecedented scale.Th...

ALAS was formed to raise the level of professionalism in the Latin American security marketThe Global Security Industry Alliance has announced that the Latin American Security Association (ALAS) has joined the organisation.The alliance, also known as GSIA, is a coalition of security trade associations from several nations that aims to build and maintain an international resource network dedicated to the advancement of international technology standards, productive trade policies, education and...

The private security industry can do much to help in the face of police budget cuts As Chancellor George Osborne reveals the Coalition government's four-year Public Spending Review Plan, the British Security Industry Association (BSIA) analyses how public and private sectors could work together to overcome challenges brought on by budget cuts, particularly within the police force.The Comprehensive Spending Review, covering the whole of the public sector during the four years from...

IPSA is also in discussion with purchasers of security servicesThe International Professional Security Association (IPSA) welcomes the Government decision to retain licensing in the security industry, albeit with some changes as to how it is to be regulated. Indeed, as disclosures in the press show, the Government has had a change of heart on licensing, with in some cases press releases changing by the hour, and the industry can be proud of what it has achieved in recent weeks. On behalf of its...

Day two will play host to WiMAX Africa stream, with two new speakers providing fresh perspectivesWhile only three weeks remain before the launch of AfricaCom 2010; final adjustments are currently being made to the conference agenda, with additional speakers adding further variety to an already extensive programme. The supplementary speakers allow for greater representation of the broad telecommunications ecosystem (operators, vendors, regulators, OTT providers), with their topics of discussion r...

 The pending acquisition targets accelerating requirements for converged access control solutionsHID Global, trusted leader in solutions for the delivery of secure identity, announced that parent company ASSA ABLOY has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire ActivIdentity, a global leader in strong authentication and credential management. The acquisition will widen the scope of HID Global's security industry leadership with incremental capabilities focused on the convergence of...

A screen-shot of the SALTO UK websiteSALTO Systems, world leaders in advanced wire free and wireless access control solutions, has just launched a new co.uk version of their main corporate website.Compiled from material featured on the main corporate site as well as specific sections aimed directly at the UK business community, the UK website offers a wealth of information for security specifiers, security consultants, architects, M&E contractors, end-users and more on the latest access cont...

The GSA division audited Delta's business practices with the US Government under GSA contract GS07F9982H For the second consecutive year Delta Scientific Corporation has been ranked Exceptional by the US Government, GSA division following their annual audit of Delta's business practices with the US Government under GSA contract GS07F9982H. The categories cover business practices, products, product support, project completions, warranty support and more.

Tailgate Detector adds an additional security layer to access control systemsLuxembourg-based sensing specialist IEE has won the Security Innovation Award for its Tailgate Detector, an innovative access control solution based on 3D technology at the Security Essen World Forum for Security and Fire Prevention.The award was commemorated at the presentation ceremony held on the evening prior to the fair on Monday October 4, 2010 at the Messe Essen. Applications were assessed by an independent...

Independent oversight is key to maintaining public confidence in the private security industryThe British Security Industry Association (BSIA) has called for the Home Secretary to carefully consider the implications of the rumoured abolition of theSecurity Industry Authority (SIA), following recent speculation in the press that the security industry regulator is about to be scrapped. In a letter to Theresa May MP, BSIA Chief Executive, James Kelly, appeals for the Home Office to engage with the...

Extravision specialises in security solutions for military and institutional customers in CanadaHoneywell announced it has selected Extravision Vidéo Technologies Inc. as a Honeywell Authorised Dealer for Commercial Security Systems. The programme will provide support services for the Trois-Rivières, Québec, Canada-based firm, which specialises in designing security systems for military and institutional facilities, as well as utilities. Having served several Canadian g...

PSIA is committed to developing IP specifications for all product segments including IP video and access controlThe Physical Security Interoperability Alliance (PSIA), a global consortium of physical security providers focused on promoting the interoperability of IP-enabled devices, is ramping up development of its entire range of IP-based specifications to achieve system-wide interoperability of IP security devices.PSIA is committed to developing IP specifications for all product segments inclu...

Several new access control products from SALTO were launched into the German marketSALTO Systems, together with long term partner EVVA, report that this year's bi-annual Security Essen event was their best ever. With SALTO product representation on their own and the EVVA stand, both companies were consistently busy from the first to the last day of the show.Security experts, specifiers, end-users and security product installers alike made a point of specifically coming to visit both stands...

Nearly 700 companies exhibited a wide array of security solutions for the event's attendeesMore than 20,000 security professionals from more than 90 countries, attended the ASIS International 56th Annual Seminar and Exhibits, held in Dallas, Texas, October 12-15. Hosted by ASIS, the leading organisation for security management professionals worldwide, this annual forum is the most comprehensive education and networking event in the security industry. "Security practitioners from around the...

The agreement will benefit applications such as access control installations for business and campus sitesLenel Systems International, Inc. and Switzerland based LEGIC Identsystems Ltd, a leading manufacturer of contactless smart card technology for personal identification, have entered into a license agreement. The relationship allows for integration of Lenel's integrated security solutions with LEGIC advant technology for contactless identification for a wide variety of applications such as ac...

SourceSecurity.com was at the tradeshow in Dallas to capture the excitement at many of the exhibitors' booths as they showcased their latest products and innovations. On show were a number of HD and IP surveillance products alongside an array of newly released access control and integrated solutions.  See the album with captions

"Reducing false fire alarms and unwanted fire alarm signals represents a constant challenge in our industry"The British Security Industry Association (BSIA) has welcomed the recent publication of a series of best practice guidelines by the Chief Fire Officers' Association (CFOA). The CFOA Protocol for the Reduction of False Alarms and Unwanted Fire Signals was launched recently, and represents a significant step forward in the reduction of false fire alarms, affecting both fire an...

Judges commended the security division of Gallagher Group for its innovation, design and manufacturingGallagher Security Management Systems is celebrating success again - this time as the winner of the 2010 New Zealand International Business Awards $10-50 million category. GSMS were announced as category winners at last night's New Zealand International Business Awards, an event which recognises and celebrates companies who are successfully growing their business in international...

Cognitec's biometric face recognition FaceVACS-VideoScan softwareCognitec Systems, - a leader in face recognition technology and systems, is presenting its latest line of products at the Biometrics 2010 being held at the Queen Elizabeth II Conference Centre in London, October 20-21, 2010. Cognitec's presentation includes: A new version of Cognitec's biometric face recognition FaceVACS-VideoScan software: Person identification through video surveillance cameras using multiple cameras in real-time...

 CheckPoint.S, facial recognition technology, from OmniPerceptionUK biometric company OmniPerception is unveiling innovative light immune real-time facial recognition technology for the first time at Biometrics 2010 this week.CheckPoint.S uses OmniPerception's tried and tested face identification technology in a unique way in that it can scan a face in seconds even when the subject is moving and not directly looking into the camera.Developed by experts at the company's UK headquarters, the...

 Accenture's biometric identity matching approach has been recently used by the Unique Identification Authority of IndiaAccenture unveiled a new large scale biometric identity matching solution at Biometrics 2010 designed to help public service agencies accurately verify the identity of individuals, whether for the purposes of detecting potential national security threats or for improving the delivery of government assistance programmes and social services to eligible citizens. Accenture's...

CL-530 Australian knob cylinder from VidexJames McGowan, Videx V.P. of Sales & Marketing spoke at the ASIS ‘Solutions Theater' on October 13 at 11:00 am. McGowan presented an overview of Videx, the company's history, and new product offerings. Audiences learnt more about how the 31 year old company continues to design and manufacture cutting-edge access control products that are shipped worldwide from their headquarters located in Corvallis, Oregon USA.

British Standards PAS 23 & 24 establish a set of enhanced security performance criteria for productsSALTO Systems together with UK Doorsets Ltd have been awarded Pas 23 & Pas 24 Secured by Design status which also encompasses BS EN 10262000, 10272000 and 122112000 European standards. The same door set configuration was also tested to BS 476 pt 22 for FD30 applications and passed with an impressive over burn margin.Secured by Design (SBD) was established in 1989, and is owned by the Assoc...