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Operations Director, Southern RegionIan Foster has been appointed Operations Director - Southern Region.  Prior to joining Reliance in July 1996 he spent 22 years in the cable and pipe industry working in both sales and general management positions with HE Sampson, BICC, and latterly with Brown and Tawse as general manager of their Southern Region.  Since joining Reliance, Ian has held various general management positions within the business.Operations Director, Northern RegionChris Bu...

Cwmbran-based Access Security Specialist, Bewator, has assisted one man and his team of supporters in a charity fundraising motorcycle expedition to the Arctic Circle.Managing Director of Bewator Ltd, Robert Cotterill, lent his support to close friend, John Foster, in a 2,200 mile trip in aid of the British Heart Foundation, a charity John shares a personal affiliation with.Six years ago John, a keen motorcyclist, was diagnosed with incurable congestive heart failure.  Although his conditio...

Vision Fire & Security appoints Regional Sales Executive for ADPRO CCTV solutions in Continental Europe, Julius Klein Molekamp has a degree in Electronics Design and has worked in several sales and service engineering roles within the Video Security Industry.  Julius also has a Law degree and has gained practical experience in penal law, where video evidence from crime scenes is often gathered for evidential proof in courts of law. Julius comments: "With my electronic, sales and la...

ADT Fire and Security was recognised for its support of members of the Reserve Forces at a reception hosted by HRH The Prince of Wales, at his Clarence House residence, on Wednesday.  ADT employs 18 Reservists, of which 6 have been mobilised for service in Iraq. Hazel Nugent, ADT's Corporate HR Manager for Europe & South Africa, was one of more than 50 employers from across the UK who attended the reception.  She said: "We are proud to support our Reservists.  They perfor...

Kaba reinforces its Total Access strategy by simplifying its sales organisation and business processes.  Effective July 1 2006, the company's complete offering is available through a single sales organisation per country or region.  The offering includes access control, time-and-attendance, enterprise data collection and door solutions.Kaba's newly consolidated market positioning in Europe enhances distribution efficiency by allowing customers and partners to conduct all their...

CCTV manufacturer AD Group, the parent company of Dedicated Micros, was one of only ten UK businesses - and the sole representative from the security sector - to be recognized as ‘One to Watch' in the authoritative annual Sunday Times Profit Track 100 survey.When making their selection for the ‘One to Watch' category - new for 2006 - the judges from Fast Track, the independent research company, and sponsors PricewaterhouseCoopers visited each of the contenders, focusing not only on a...

Security Camera "Turns protection into a design element" This year's most innovative designs, trendsetting concepts and coolest creations were winners of the 2006 Industrial Design Excellence Award (IDEA) competition, a celebration of the best product designs of the year and one of the world's most prestigious design competitions.  The IDEA award, co-sponsored by the Industrial Designers Society of America and BusinessWeek, celebrates the impact of good design on the...

Cogent offers a comprehensive Biometric Solution for PIVCogent Systems today announced it had received approval from the General Services Administration (GSA) for its fingerprint algorithmic technologies to be used in conjunction with the Personal Identity Verification (PIV) smart cards to be issued to U.S federal government employees and contractors beginning on October 27th, 2006.  Cogent's leading fingerprint algorithmic technologies were the first to receive GSA approval for use in...

ioimage leverages global success and advanced line of intelligent video appliances with expanded presence in the North American market.ioimage Ltd., the pioneer of intelligent video appliances designed for simplicity, announced today the opening of its U.S. headquarters expanding its presence in the North American security market."We are dedicated to building on our global experience and success to serve the North American security market by opening our new regional headquarters, ioimage US...

COE Group plc, the developer and supplier of advanced video surveillance systems is pleased to announce the appointment of John Clarkson as UK Sales Director.John has joined COE from Wayfarer Transit Systems, the major supplier of integrated ticketing and smart card systems for public transport, where he was UK and Export Sales Director.  A Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport, John is a career transport professional who has specialised in systems sales to the transi...

Vicon's annual golf days always seem to bring out the best in everybody that attends and this year was no exception.  In addition to playing some high quality golf, guests collectively raised over £1200 for good causes via a charity auction of golfing prizes won on the day and donated by Vicon.The main beneficiaries will be the Royal Marsden Hospital and the Bobby Moore Bowel Cancer Charity although a proportion of the money will be donated to the Guide Dogs for the Blind. The main St...

Galaxy 2 Series makes the grade among UK security installersHoneywell today announced that it was voted Best Intruder Alarm Manufacturer, for the Galaxy 2 series of intruder alarm panels, at the PSI Premier Awards, which took place on 6th June 2006 at Moor Park Golf Club.  The Galaxy 2 Series control panel range is compliant with Grade 2 of the standard: PD6662: 2004/prEN 50131-1, making it ideal for installations in residential and small commercial properties.  Award winning features...

Merit Li-Lin UK, Taiwan's largest CCTV manufacturer, today announced the extension of its Partner Programme with the introduction of an additional level of membership.Previously just open to Platinum Partners, the programme aims to continue to build and develop strong relationships with customers.  Tailored to meet individual business needs, the new Gold Partner level is based on the degree of sales each Partner commits to during the year.The popular programme offers a package of benefi...

The Kaba Group is currently negotiating the acquisition of Computerized Security Systems Inc. (CSS) from Masco Corporation (Michigan, USA).  CSS operates primarily in the USA, Europe, and Asia.  It's Saflok and La Gard brands will complement Kaba's position for hotel locking systems and security locks.  Now that the US Federal Trade Commission has finished its investigation of the planned acquisition, Kaba expects negotiations to be completed successfully within the next f...

Complus Teltronic Ltd is pleased to announce the appointment of Greg Gregoriou as Sales & Marketing Director.  Greg has held a number of senior sales management roles within the security industry and he brings extensive knowledge of the security market, specifically in the emerging area of IP (Internet Protocol) solutions.  He is therefore well placed to help customers take advantage of the numerous benefits offered by Complus Teltronic's new IP based Integrated Intercom Soluti...

Tradition and technology came together at the offices of Dallmeier electronic in Pucklechurch, Bristol recently where Dallmeier hosted an Open Day in conjunction with The National Trust.  The event was arranged for The National Trust and its installers along with representatives from other similar organisations such as Museums and Heritage. Jason Piggott from Dallmeier electronic said "The National Trust has been using Dallmeier electronic digital recording and camera products for...

As of July 2006, Bold Communications Ltd have joined the British Security Industry Association (BSIA) as an Associate Member.This move confirms Bold's commitment to the integrity of the security industry and demonstrates the company's proven ability to provide the highest standards of communications and management systems into alarm receiving centres and RVRC's.  Brian Kelly, Managing Director at Bold has also become the BSIA Export Council's newest member.  He says: &q...

Bosch Security Systems, a full-line manufacturer of high-quality fire alarm systems and components, announces that Senior Fire Product Manager Jack McNamara recently received two prestigious industry appointments. McNamara has been named chairman of the National Electrical Manufacturing Association (NEMA) Signalling, Protection and Communication Product Group, where he will work with association representatives to promote safe product installation, innovative product development, and ongoing ind...

To complement the successful launch of Bosch Security Systems' Dinion IP camera, Bosch has now embarked on a comprehensive IP training programme for all employees from senior engineers and sales teams through to the administrative and support staff.Jeremy Hockham, UK Managing Director of Bosch Security Systems explains: "Internet Protocol (IP) has revolutionised the way the world communicates and it is now set to transform CCTV surveillance systems.  Installers are receiving more a...

Paxton Access Limited, a market leader in the design and manufacture of electronic access control systems, has announced the appointment of Andy Reynolds as OEM Account Manager.  Andy's role is to manage current OEM customer relationships and to expand OEM opportunities for Paxton Access both within the UK and overseas.With over seven years experience in the security industry Andy Reynolds has acquired in-depth knowledge of access control systems and reader technologies.  He joins...

HI SEC is proud to announce that it was awarded Microsoft Gold Partner Status for 2006.  Gold Certified Partners represent the highest level of competence and expertise with Microsoft technologies, and have the closest working relationship with Microsoft.  HI SEC will receive Microsoft direct technical support and advanced information about Microsoft product releases.  This will enable HI SEC to continue to react quickly with the support of the latest Microsoft operating systems a...

Dallmeier electronic has published the first edition of its new main catalogue: "CCTV/IP - Products for Solutions - Main Catalogue 2006/1".  For the first time, distributors, customers and end users have a comprehensive overview of all components available for complete CCTV solutions - made by Dallmeier - made in Germany.The catalogue takes readers through the digital world of Dallmeier security technology to help them identify the best solution for their application.  T...

The MG Lola EX264 owned by CCTV manufacturer AD Group - the parent company of Dedicated Micros - and run by RML has emerged victorious once again in the LMP2 class at the Le Mans 24 Hours.  Securing the "baby" prototype class two years running - unprecedented for a British team - is impressive by any standards in such a testing endurance race at what is the most famous sports car venue in the world. Sponsored by AD Group companies including AD Aerospace, Dedicated Micros, D-Tec, R...

Tavcom Training has opened the doors of its new purpose-built Training Centre in the heart of rural Hampshire.  Only a few months after moving into brand new office premises at the Claylands Business Park in Bishops Waltham the company seized an opportunity to purchase an adjacent commercial building, which it has now fully transformed into an extensive state-of-the-art training facility.The new Training Centre offers an enormous range of benefits to the increasing numbers of delegates who...

Frontline Security Solutions expertise at installing CCTV systems has been recognised by Bewator with the 2006 Award for Best Video Partner for UK and Ireland.The award was presented to Peter McKelvey a Director of Frontline at an awards dinner held during IFSEC by Bewator's CEO, Bo Kastensson.Commenting on the award Peter said: "We are delighted to have been chosen for this award.  It reflects the hard work and effort that all my colleagues have put in to ensure that we design, instal...

Integrator BBV and Dedicated Micros are celebrating after the market-leading Pick-a-Point Virtual Matrix solution secured the prestigious 2006 PSI (Professional Security Installer) Premier Award for Product Innovation, with the result being announced on June 6 at Moor Park Golf Club, Hertfordshire. Pick-a-Point came top in voting by the readers of PSI magazine from a shortlist, which included contenders from Samsung Techwin, Synectics, CoVi Technologies, GE Security, DVTel and Pelco. The advance...

iCLASS™ cards and readers also recognised as "Access Control Product of the Year".HID Global, a leading manufacturer in the access control industry, today announced that it was named "Access Control Manufacturer of the Year" by the readers of Professional Security Installer (PSI) Magazine.  Additionally, the company's iCLASS line of cards and readers was named "Access Control Product of the Year" by the publication.   By honouring HID Global as &...

Readers of PSI (Professional Security Installer) magazine nominated and voted for JVC's TK-WD310E (B) wide dynamic range camera to win the PSI Premier Award for CCTV Product of the Year 2006.  The award was presented at a ceremony held on 6 June 2006 at Moor Park Golf Club Rickmansworth, Hertfordshire, UK and was combined with the PSI Premier Golf Day. The camera is designed for security users wanting to achieve sharp and crystal clear images in perfect resolution in both the bright and...

Pauline Norstrom, the Worldwide Head of Marketing at Dedicated Micros - part of AD Group -has received the 2006 PSI (Professional Security Installer) Premier Award for Outstanding Contribution to the Security Industry. The award was given to Pauline in recognition of her dedication to the creation of effective CCTV standards, in particular as Vice Chairman of the BSIA's CCTV Section - since 2004 - and by heading-up TC/10 a technical committee within the BSIA which looks specifically at CCTV...

Richardson Electronics, Ltd. is pleased to announce that it has completed the process to change the name of its Security Systems Division (SSD) to Burtek (Burtek Systems) in the United States.Richardson Electronics is making this change to improve branding consistency of this division and the efficiency of communications with its partners.In 1997, Richardson Electronics SSD acquired Burtek Systems Inc in Canada and encouraged continuing operations under this name. Burtek is a well-known brand wi...