Videx Security Ltd News

The fingerprint reader can support up to 9,500 fingerprints while the proximity readers and keypad can be used for up to 15,000 users Videx, a door entry solutions provider, has enhanced its vandal-resistant door panel range by including a new range of proximity, fingerprint, and coded access readers.With the enhancements, door systems can include a sophisticated access control solution which can be managed centrally by those responsible for building management such as residen...

Blackpool Carers Centre has provided lifeline services to young carers and their families since 2005 Hanwha Techwin Europe has responded to a call for help from the BBC DIY SOS team who have turned a run down ransacked landmark building in Blackpool, into a Young Carers Centre.ChallengeBlackpool Carers Centre has provided lifeline services to young carers and their families in Blackpool since 2005. With demand for its services continuing to increase, the centre was presented w...

VX2200 digital door entry system will not only ensure the safety of students but also allow convenient access Videx, the experts in door entry, has won a big contract to provide a robust access control solution to a brand new student accommodation development in Newcastle-upon-Tyne.The development, which will welcome its first residents this week, will provide 123 student flats in Clavering Place, a prime location in the centre of Newcastle for those choosing to study and live...

The GSM PRO intercoms provides greater security and freedom at the same time Videx has launched a new GSM door entry system that uses mobile technology to communicate and operate doors, automatic gates, car parks and remote site applications. The GSM PRO intercoms are available in kit form or as part of the popular 4000 Series modular door entry system for single call button applications up to 50 apartments all with the facility to divert to three additional numbers if the fi...

Videx worked with Goldshield Securus to provide door entry systems offering flexible access control Videx has expanded its presence in the housing market by winning a three year contract with North Tyneside Council. Improvements to sheltered housing schemes North Tyneside Council provides a range of accommodation across the region to meet the differing needs of the local community. The Council wanted to refurbish 16 sheltered housing schemes with better suited door entry sys...

The development required a total of 15 digital style entrance panels and 525 audio phones Videx was chosen to provide an audio door entry system, complete with a concierge facility, to a significant new residential development for students attending the University of Leeds. The large-scale development consists of 525 Bedrooms across four main blocks and it was vital that each apartment had secure door entry as the safety of the students was paramount. Steve Natton, Projects M...

Videx, the experts in door entry and access control, has enhanced its renowned Product Builder application to include all the latest innovations in an easy-to-use step through wizard. Commenting on the enhancements, Rob Sands, Technical Director at Videx, said: “Systems can be created in any format and for multiple configurations, it allows you to choose the best options based on cost, complexity and functionality. On completion the wizard provides a full parts list including prices and a...

Portal Plus is an advanced access control system for proximity, coded access and bio access devices Pro-Vision Distribution Limited, the distributor of branded CCTV and access control equipment, has recently signed an agreement to supply and support the Portal Plus range from Videx Security. Videx has been manufacturing and supplying door entry systems for almost 30 years and, under the agreement, Pro-Vision Distribution will provide Portal Plus which is an advanced access co...

Videx Security's new VX126 two door Interlock Controller is a boxed PCB designed for high security applications including air locks. The system ensures that both doors cannot be operated at the same time. In addition, by linking multiple units together with additional PCBs it is possible to create an even larger system with more than two entrances -whilst only allowing a single entry point to be open at any one time. The doors are operated by a push button or can be triggered by Videx or third...

Local authorities, housing associations and other organisations looking to meet the security requirements of the Secured By Design (SBD) scheme can now get a helping hand from Videx.  The company has just published its guide to specifying Door Entry & Access Control Systems to SBD Standards, the initiative from the Association of Chief Police Officers (ACPO) aiming to reduce crime with security products that meet police approved standards. Videx is currently the only SBD Door Entry &am...

Videx Security's new PABX 275 interface brings a new level of functionality to a Videx door entry intercom panel. It allows the intercom to be connected to an existing PABX analogue telephone switchboard. By integrating with the phone system, those using the intercom to request access can be answered on existing telephones throughout the building. This is a very useful and flexible feature for premises such as commercial offices, doctor’s surgeries, nurseries, small schools and libraries....

Videx Door Entry kits have been introduced in response to growing demands from installers and end users Norbain is pleased to announce that it can now offer customers the new range of IP Door Entry Video Kits from Videx. These kits have been introduced in response to growing market demands from installers and end users alike for door entry solutions that maximise the benefits of Internet Protocol compatibility. These convenient kits allow homeowners and businesses to take adv...

Videx Security’s Portal Plus networkable access control system is one of the most attractive and versatile systems of its kind currently available. It is designed for use in buildings with multiple entrances and is expandable to provide control over an unlimited number of doors with the ability to support up to 15000 users. Many establishments are recognising the advantages of the Portal Plus networkable access control system as offering many advantages over securing entrances by lock and...

The Videx security products have been tested to STS202 BR2 Level of Burglary Resistance and received Secured By Design approval Videx Security, one of the leading suppliers and manufacturers of door entry and access control products in the UK, has now received Secured by Design (SBD) accreditation on a range of door entry and access control products suitable for private, commercial and local authority properties. Secured by Design is the initiative from the Association of...

Gareth will undertake customer site surveys and will introduce new Videx access control products to customers Videx Security, the leading supplier of door entry and access control systems, has appointed Gareth Bond as South West Sales Manager. He brings twenty years of experience in the security industry to his new role. The appointment emphasises Videx Security’s commitment to its customers in the South West. In his new position, Gareth will build upon the company's ex...

James has acquired in-depth knowledge of the Videx product range through his position in the company's technical department Videx Security, a market leader in the supply of door entry and access control systems, has appointed James Rose as Training Manager. James takes over from Aaron Houghton who has moved into the company's R&D department. Videx Security has always placed great emphasis on Training and Technical Support, underlined by ongoing investment in its training...

For residential or commercial properties requiring a high specification, stand-alone shadow card proximity access control system, Videx Security now offers S-Prox. Designed for up to two entrances, it can be used where residents or staff need access to a property through a single door or through front and back doors. The entrance mode can be set as required. The S-Prox is ideally suited for smaller applications where there are around 100 users, although it can cater for up to 4000. Typical prop...

Sian Luxton has over eight years of experience in the security industry Sian Luxton is the New Account Manager for Videx Security. Sian has a security industry background, having worked with door entry systems and access control for the past eight years in various roles within her previous organisation. Her new role will be to develop new business for the full Videx door entry and access control product range with security product distributors, wholesalers and installers. Sia...

When Videx Security developed the eighth edition of their renowned Product Builder CD, they made sure that it included many new features not available in any other software of its type.  The result is that Product Builder 8 is now the definitive method for any distributor or installer looking to create both door entry and access control systems in any format, from the simplest to the most complicated. The user can now create a professional, detailed estimate from just one program. This will...

The Videx 5000 Series Eclipse Video Monitor range is now available with a memory function for additional security.  The memory card can record up to 512 still pictures from the video camera, showing the date and time of the recording. Both automatic and manual recording can be carried out.  When done automatically, the videophone stores a frame when a call is made - a particularly useful feature for the building owner to set up when away from home in order to record who called and the...

For access control applications, Videx Security has introduced new ranges of Coded Keypads for applications typically within private sector schools, hospitals, housing and commercial areas. Both standalone and networked versions are available for the control of single and multiple entrances. From a design viewpoint, the new Coded Keypad range complements Videx's existing ranges of proximity and fingerprint readers. The robust surface mounted keypads all have a compact 92mm x 51mm x 25mm footpri...

Videx Security has introduced the BIOC-SW external swipe fingerprint reader as a new addition to the ‘Mini Metal’ family of access control readers which already includes a fingerprint reader for internal use, proximity reader, keypad and touch to exit device. Using capacitive swipe biometric fingerprint technology, a user simply swipes their finger down the BIOC-SW reader and this verifies if the fingerprint is a match.  It outputs the information to the access controller to dec...

The new compact 6000 Series Videophone from Videx Security is designed for use in conjunction with the established VX2200 digital door entry system and has been created to bridge the price gap between audio and video installations. Suitable for one to one installations through to high rise installations making this a good all round choice for video door entry installations. The videophone, finished in brilliant white, includes a 2.4 inch high definition colour LCD TFT video screen as well as a...

Videx's three key vaults include: Cyberkey Vault 1, Cyberkey Vault 20 FX and CyberKey Vault WR Videx, Inc., the leader in the design and manufacturing of key-centric electronic access control (EAC) systems, offers intelligent key cabinets for secure storage and management of electronic smart keys. Videx offers three robust key vaults; the CyberKey Vault 1, CyberKey Vault 20 FX, and CyberKey Vault WR. Smart keys stored in the vaults are unprogrammed until an authorised user pr...

Videx Security has now added an optional video memory function to its Kristallo video intercoms range for door entry systems.  The intercoms can now store up to 128 still pictures and up to 66 fifteen second video clips. The images or videos are date and time stamped and provide an extra level of security for any building occupier. Furthermore, it is possible to copy these images to a micro-SD card, allowing them to be viewed on a PC or card reader. Picture or video clip storage can be t...

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...

Videx Security has introduced new versions of the 3600 Series Videophone.  Based on the popular 3000 Series, the new variants include both “Standard” and “High End” models that incorporate the latest technology, voice switching techniques as well as an elegant and robust design with a white impact resistant ABS plastic housing. The new Standard 3600 Series improves on many of the functions of the 3000 Series and is also now a more cost effective solution.  The...

Videx Security’s Portal Plus is a networkable access control system with Windows based programming and management software. It can support up to 15000 users and an unlimited number of entrances. Portal Plus allows great flexibility in the design and installation of an access control system, with its modular design and a wide range of robust readers with the latest additions including an external (IP65 rated) finger print reader, a desk mount USB proximity fob/card enrollment reader, compac...

Videx Security's GSM access control systems now have a capacity for up to 1000 apartments, or are suitable for just a single property. They are now available in both the popular 4000 Series and vandal resistant versions in standard and digital keypad/LCD display formats. They provide users with complete freedom of control and are a truly wireless access control solution. They use mobile phone technology to communicate with and operate doors or automatic gates.  Both GSM kits and systems ar...

Neil has 25 years' experience in the design, specification and promotion of door entry and access control systems Neil Thomas is the new National Sales Manager for Videx Security.  Neil joined the company in 2001 as Regional Sales Manager and has over 25 years' experience in the design, specification and promotion of door entry and access control systems. As Regional Sales Manager for Videx, Neil was responsible for promotion of the company's systems throughout Scotland...