Galaxy Control Systems News

System Galaxy can now issue accesscards for specific users and functionswithin specified timeframes  Galaxy Control Systems, a leading provider of integrated access control, video and security solutions, is featuring a number of new features and functions available in its popular System Galaxy Access Control and Management Software here at ASIS 2015. The latest update provides users with tools that enable greater control and management of their access control solution, in...

Galaxy Control Systems has recently expanded its already strong integration with Morpho (Safran) with full integrated support for the newly released MorphoManager BioBridge biometric device enrolment solution incorporated into System Galaxy. The integration “Building on the integration between System Galaxy controllers and Morpho’s biometric access control products, this latest integration bridges the gap between new products while also supporting legacy products to ensure seamless...

Following an extensive testing and evaluation process, System Galaxy from Galaxy Control Systems has earned Federal Information Processing Standard Publication 201 (FIPS 201) Certification and is now on the GSA Approved Products List (APL) in the PACS Infrastructure category. “U.S. Government agencies rely on the GSA Approved Product List to identify solutions that meet the stringent requirements of the federal government, and we are proud that System Galaxy met the rigorous testing requi...

Galaxy adds four new manufacturers’ rep firms to handle sales and support activities in markets Galaxy Control Systems, a leading provider of integrated access control, video and security solutions, has partnered with four new manufacturers’ representative firms to handle sales and support activities in markets that continue to show rapid expansion opportunities for the company. The new representative firms The new rep firms include: Bongiorno & Associates, I...

Proceeds from the April 16th event will support children in the U.S. through the Rebuilding Hope at Home program Mission 500, a non-profit initiative focusing on the security industry and dedicated to serving the needs of children and communities in crisis, raised more than $120,000 at ISC West this year through their sixth annual Security 5K/2K Run/Walk and other events.  “The volunteer participation and fund raising efforts for Mission 500 at ISC West 2015 were s...

Moaath Sabers will provide front-line technical and sales support to customers in the region Based on its ever-expanding market and significant increase in sales volume in the Middle East, Galaxy Control Systems, a leading provider of integrated access control, video and security solutions, has hired Moaath Saber as an Applications Engineer to provide front-line technical and sales support to customers in the region. “We are excited to have Moaath join the Galaxy team....

The application allows technicians from a Galaxy Business Partner dealer to submit support requests online Galaxy Control Systems, a leading provider of integrated access control, video and security solutions, has launched a new web-based application that allows technicians from a Galaxy Business Partner dealer to submit support requests online. Using the new web-based application, technicians have the ability to determine when a return call should be made, giving them greater...

System Galaxy Software is a comprehensive access control and management platform At ISC West, Galaxy Control Systems, a leading provider of integrated access control, video and security solutions, will demonstrate integration enhancements to its popular System Galaxy Software that provide higher levels of integration with products and systems from a growing number of access control providers. “We are committed to continually growing and expanding the variety of System...

Overwhelmed by too many choices for an access control system? Where do you start? Always seeking to help, SourceSecurity.com asked access control suppliers to describe what differentiating characteristics set their systems apart from others in the market. AMAG: Easy migration, simple pricing model AMAG’s Symmetry platform includes access control, photo ID badging, visitor management and digital video server software, all standard in an integrated solution. The pricing model...

More attention needs to be placed on the development of readers that can accommodate Wireless and Wi-Fi technology Many of the changes in the access control market are happening at the “edge” – at the reader level. Access control advances that continue to become more widespread include wireless and PoE-enabled access control hardware such as wireless locks and PoE door controllers, which both reduce installation costs. Other trends are related to mobility; on...

System Galaxy helps maintain awareness of student movement around the facility, and improve overall security At this year’s Intersec trade show and convention, Galaxy Control Systems is featuring the unique capabilities of its powerful access control software platform specifically for use in K-12 schools. The company’s successful System Galaxy v.10.4 solution delivers more highly integrated and scalable access control capabilities to maintain awareness of student m...

Wireless access control from Aperio, SMARTair and CLIQ will take centre-stage at the event The global leader in door opening solutions, ASSA ABLOY, will be exhibiting the latest wireless access control innovations from Aperio®, SMARTair™ and CLIQ® in Hall 2, Stand G12 at Intersec Dubai 2015. Chris Bone, Vice President Access Control Solutions at ASSA ABLOY EMEA, says: “The key advantage of wireless access products is that they allow you to get farther into...

Good training is a best practice that applies across a broad range of industries and markets Owners and managers of security dealerships, both large and small, face unique challenges in running their companies, and while there is no magic formula for success, dealerships that invest in training for their staff typically do better than those who don’t.  In fact, good training is a best practice that applies across a broad range of industries and markets, but it is pa...

Training and education are essential elements of success in the access control market for integrators and end users alike. Whether one is a seasoned veteran or still new to the industry, continued training and education are critical given that access control technologies continue to evolve at a rapid pace. System integrators who do not take advantage of manufacturers’ training seminars are short-changing themselves and their customers, contends Robert Laughlin, president of...

A planned migration provides the ability to plan, budget and control the path to an improved access control environment The installed base of legacy systems presents opportunities and obstacles for providers of newer access control systems. Most end users would prefer not to do a full rip-and-replace upgrade. Therefore, integrators (and manufacturers) have to find a smooth transition path. Access control customers eager to embrace the newest capabilities on the market are ofte...

As Global Application Engineer, Terrill will lead dealer training and technical support programs for the Western U.S territory Galaxy Control Systems, a leading provider of integrated access control, video and security solutions, has hired David Terrill as a Global Application Engineer for the Western U.S territory. Terrill has worked in the security and life safety industry for more than two decades, holding NICET Fire Alarm Systems Level IV Certification since 1994. &l...

Galaxy’s new solution using RS485 architecture with Turbo485 delivers speeds up to 10X greater than conventional 485 readers Galaxy Control Systems, a leading provider of integrated access control, video and security solutions, is featuring its new RS485 Remote Readers with Turbo485 polling speed here at ASIS 2014. Unlike conventional RS485 access control readers, the new solution from Galaxy with Turbo485 delivers data polling speeds up to 10X greater than conventional...

Galaxy’s System Galaxy v.10.4 delivers integrated and scalable access control capabilities to track student movement At this year’s ASIS trade show and convention, Galaxy Control Systems is featuring the unique capabilities of its powerful access control software platform specifically for use in K-12 schools. The company’s successful System Galaxy v.10.4 solution delivers more highly integrated and scalable access control capabilities to maintain awareness of...

Also on display is a new fully integrated TCP/IP appliance embedded with Galaxy’s System Galaxy Software v.10.4 Galaxy Control Systems, a leading provider of integrated access control, video and security solutions, is highlighting myriad new features available on the company’s popular System Galaxy Software here at ASIS 2014. The new release, System Galaxy Software v.10.4, adds installation and user conveniences, as well as support for more third-party devices. Als...

Galaxy’s mobile access solution employs a handheld reader powered by Telaeris populated with System Galaxy software Galaxy Control Systems, a leading provider of integrated access control, video and security solutions, is demonstrating the company’s new mobile access solution here at ASIS 2014. By pairing the company’s industry leading System Galaxy access control platform with a new handheld reader powered by Telaeris, users can extend the boundaries of conv...

System Galaxy Software includes support for a 485 multidrop to facilitate the interface with legacy infrastructure Galaxy Control Systems, a leading provider of integrated access control, video and security solutions, is showcasing new additions and enhancements to its portfolio of access control and security management software solutions that deliver improved performance and scalability with extreme cost-efficiency here at ISC West. “The demand for increased security c...

Galaxy Control Systems, a leading provider of integrated access control, video and security solutions, has released the V-10 Network Appliance, extending Galaxy’s full system functionality from a centralised platform to local and remote clients across an end user’s network. “Performance, scalability and versatility are hallmarks of the new Galaxy V-10 Network Appliance,” said Robert Laughlin, President, Galaxy Control Systems. “With its ability to seamlessly integr...

The new Galaxy DRM is engineered for use with legacy RS485 UTP cabling Galaxy Control Systems, a leading manufacturer of integrated access control, video and security solutions, is introducing a new Dual Reader Module (DRM) here at ISC West. The new Galaxy DRM, designed for use with the company’s 635 Dual Serial Interface (DSI), is engineered for use with legacy RS485 UTP cabling. It enables multiple readers to be connected in a variety of configurations without the need...

Galaxy Control Systems, a leading manufacturer of integrated access control, video and security solutions, has announced that its industry renowned System Galaxy Access Control and Management Software now offers integration with the latest intelligent WiFi and Power over Ethernet (PoE) Access Control Locks from ASSA ABLOY, the global leader in door opening solutions. This integration further expands Galaxy’s support for emerging access control applications.  “We are excited to...

Certification training is a free service for authorised Galaxy reseller partners and is taught by Galaxy’s technical team Galaxy Control Systems has recently completed its first certified dealer training programme in Dubai for its reseller partners in the region. Year over year growth in regional sales and demand for training were the impetus for the launch of the local five-day factory course, which was filled to capacity with participants from companies in the regi...

Leading the new products being introduced at ASIS is Galaxy’s System Galaxy Software (v.10.3) Galaxy Control Systems, a leading manufacturer of integrated access control, video and security solutions, is presenting their comprehensive line of innovative solutions at this year’s ASIS show. Featured introductions include new Systems Galaxy Software and a new dual serial interface that deliver innovative features and integration for new and legacy access control s...

Galaxy’s new software enables users to maintain their existing investment in access hardware from Galaxy Galaxy Control Systems, a leading provider of integrated access control, video and security solutions, is launching their new System Galaxy Software (v.10.3) at this year’s ASIS show (booth # 1591). The new software, which features a wide range of enhanced capabilities, enables users to maintain their existing investment in access hardware from Galaxy without ha...

Galaxy's Dual Serial Interface (DSI) is engineered to improve third party integration, enhancing user convenience Galaxy Control Systems, a leading manufacturer of integrated access control, video and security solutions, is introducing a new dual serial interface for their 635 Series Controller at ASIS (booth #1591) this year. The 635 Dual Serial Interface (DSI) is engineered to improve third party integration, enhancing user convenience and ensuring interoperability with...

IPVisionSoftware is an innovator in highly scalable, cost-effective IP video surveillance systemsIPVisionSoftware, the innovator in highly scalable, cost-effective IP video surveillance systems, announced that version 3.10 of its virtual video recorder (VVR) is now available; supporting a wider range of camera & access control providers while offering new cost-savings features that streamline and expand the distribution, display, and usability of live & recorded surveillance video.Unlike...