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Security breaches and unauthorised access to sites can have devastating consequences, posing risks to valuable assets, infrastructure, and even human lives. To mitigate these threats, it is crucial to employ effective security measures from the outset of a project to ensure the level of protection specified is robust enough to suit the needs of the premises. In recent years, LPS 1175-rated security gates have gained widespread recognition in the UK for their resilient and robust properties. Wh...

Change is coming to the way businesses manage access. While the modern world demands more flexibility, mobility, cost-efficiency, and speed, most common static access management solutions provide the opposite. How far from their PC can facilities managers usually work on a day-to-day basis? Security or safety issues often demand a fast response. As a result, facilities managers may be tied to their office or site.  Flexible working It restricts their mobility and efficiency and makes hy...

Veridas, a global provider of AI-driven identity verification solutions, is proud to announce the expansion of its groundbreaking Age Verification product. Designed to help businesses meet stringent age verification regulations, this cutting-edge solution combines biometric verification and artificial intelligence to deliver accurate and efficient age verification services. Age Verification solution's new feature Veridas’ existing Age Verification solution comes equipped with Age Valida...

barox Kommunikation AG, the manufacturer of professional standard switches, PoE media converters and IP extenders, has released a new Genetec DMS plug-in that provides flexibility and extended user control, as well as a significant reduction in security network support costs. The plug-in is fully integrated with the Genetec Security Centre Omnicast VMS interface. An IP-based VMS, Genetec Omnicast offers a clear picture of events, affording quick response and informed decision-making. It's...

Boon Edam Inc., a pioneering manufacturer of secured entry solutions, is proud to be a Partner Sponsor for the LeadHER Event, taking place from June 12-13, 2023, in Nashville, Tennessee, USA, presented by the Security Industry Association (SIA) and ASIS International. The day-and-a-half event combines curated education and networking events with engaging opportunities to connect and collaborate for women in the vital and growing Security Industry.  Boon Edam fosters a supportive workplace...

Founded in the early 1400s, the University of St Andrews is globally renowned and was recently ranked as the UK’s top university. It occupies around 150 separate buildings in and around the town of Fife, Scotland. Home to the St Andrews Prize for the Environment, it has many teams and departments that have won awards for sustainability, energy efficiency, and environmental action. The University’s vision is to be net zero by 2035. St Andrews will take out all avoidable greenhouse ga...

More than 9, 200 Convergint colleagues across 200+ global offices have the opportunity to give back to their communities as part of the company’s 22nd annual Convergint Social Responsibility Day. This year’s efforts have resulted in a total donation of approximately $3 million in labour and equipment from the systems integrator’s global colleagues, partners, and families – surpassing 2022’s totals. Convergint colleagues in Denver, CO, Atlanta, GA, and Baltimore, MD...

Zentra, a new multifamily access solutions brand announced by Allegion Americas in April, is making its marketplace debut at NAA Apartmentalize, June 7-9. This annual event brings together multifamily housing professionals from around the world for three days of education, networking and learning about the latest industry trends and best practices on them, how to provide seamless security for multifamily buildings. A unified single software platform At booth #1709, Zentra will have hands-on d...

From June 7-9, Allegion US, a provider of security solutions, technology, and services, will be exhibiting and demonstrating new interoperable electronic access control technologies, software, and proptech solutions at NAA Apartmentalize (booth #1705), an annual event that brings together multifamily housing professionals from around the world for three days of education, networking and learning about the latest industry trends and best practices.  "We're excited to unveil our latest secur...

More than three-fourths of respondents in the latest Security Industry Association (SIA) Security Market Index survey offered a positive take on current business conditions. Market findings The May-June Security Market Index found that 77% of the survey pool which comprises industry leaders who represent a cross-section of SIA membership describe conditions at their company as “excellent” or “good,” with 34% reporting the highest rating. A similar number, 78% said they...

Teledyne Gas and Flame Detection, a global pioneer in gas and flame detection solutions, is pleased to announce the launch of its new website, featuring updated informational content and a user-friendly interface. New content and experience  The website is designed to provide an enhanced experience, including improved accessibility and mobile compatibility. It introduces new content on a range of gases, including H2, CO, O2, NH3, and more, helping users understand the potential risks ass...

Hexagon’s Geosystems division announced a portable version of its Accur8vision detection system. A rugged all-in-one solution, the A8V Mobile Intrusion Detection (MIND) is designed to provide flexible protection of critical outdoor infrastructure and objects. Hexagon’s Accur8vision is a volumetric detection system that employs LiDAR technology to safeguard entire areas. Whenever it detects movement in a specified zone, it automatically differentiates a threat from a nonthreat, and i...

Commvault®, an enterprise data protection pioneer for current global businesses and the first data protection vendor to introduce cyber deception, announced new security capabilities across its entire portfolio. Secure, defend, and recover data Signaling the next phase in its evolution, Commvault is helping businesses secure, defend, and recover their data to meet increasingly sophisticated cyber threats head-on. As part of these capabilities, Commvault has expanded its security ecosystem...

Buzz Solutions, an AI company that enables a smart, stable, and resilient energy infrastructure announced ongoing momentum for its substation surveillance and monitoring solution. AI-powered solution Buzz Solution’s AI-powered solution deployed on fixed camera systems provides 24/7, real-time alerts on substation surveillance, monitoring, equipment damage, condition assessments, and fire or smoke-related events. The past year marked a 71% increase in substation and power grid attac...

Altronix, the renowned manufacturer of low-voltage power supplies and transmission solutions for the professional security industry, announces the appointment of two new independent sales teams covering the Northeast U.S. and all of Canada. FM Valenti will now support Altronix customers throughout New England; including MA, CT, VT, RI, NH, ME, and upstate NY. Omnitech Solution Services will now support Altronix customers in all Canadian Provinces. Author's quote “As we continue to expan...

Verkada, a pioneer in cloud-managed enterprise building security and management, announced expansive new updates across its entire Command product platform.  These updates include: Enhanced video search, video quality, and video management features, including a novel motion search with trajectory analysis and H.265 compression technology that unlocks up to 2X video quality across all cameras. Verkada's next-generation Indoor Mini Dome camera and expanded Dome camera line, with increa...

DTiQ, the provider of intelligent video surveillance, analytics, and loss prevention services for restaurants, retail, and convenience store locations announced a strategic contract with Church's Texas Chicken®. The agreement recognises DTiQ as an approved supplier of managed video and loss prevention solutions in support of Church’s company-owned restaurant operations. AI and machine learning For over 20 years, DTiQ has provided next-generation business intelligence solutions and s...

ASSA ABLOY Opening Solutions completed the integration of their Aperio® wireless lock technology with Verkada’s Command cloud-based management platform, delivering a fully integrated hardware and software solution that strengthens safety, while simplifying management and lowering the total cost of ownership. Application expansion With the extensive locking hardware options available from ASSA ABLOY Group brands, the Aperio integration significantly expands the range of applications t...

Milipol is thrilled to announce that Milipol India, the latest addition to the Milipol International Network of events dedicated to internal security will take place in New Delhi, India, from the 26th to 28th October 2023. Placed under the patronage of the Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India along with the Ministry of External Affairs, Government of India, and the French Minister of the Interior, this new exceptional event is organised by Interads Exhibition and Comexposium, acting on...

Matrix Comsec, a renowned player in the Telecom and Security domains, is set to showcase its enterprise-grade solutions at its ideation event, Matrix Partner Connect 2023, Jaipur on the 16th of June, 2023.  Matrix Partner Connect 2023 With over three decades of experience, Matrix has established itself as a provider of comprehensive communication and security solutions, catering to organisations of all sizes worldwide.  This exclusive event aims to highlight Matrix's latest innovati...

Cybersecurity breach containment is tipped to be one of the key talking points on the show floor at the year’s Infosecurity Europe, the most influential information security event running from 20-22 June 2023 at ExCeL London. Insights, advice, and strategy for cybersecurity Attendees will be able to meet leading cybersecurity providers and consultants, to find solutions to their challenges and equip themselves with tools to deliver an effective strategy.   As cybersecurity breaches...

Identiv, Inc., a provider in digital security and identification in the Internet of Things (IoT), announced the launch of the market’s first sensory Tag on Metal (TOM®) label, developed in collaboration with French sensor and IC specialist Asygn. The on-metal sensor devices, based on Asygn’s next-generation AS321X IC platform, capture temperature and strain data near metallic objects. Tracking these and other sensor data, Identiv’s Asygn-based devices are ideal for industr...

G4S Secure Solutions UK has won two five-year contracts from the Government Property Agency (GPA) to provide integrated security and technology services to a significant number of departmental buildings across London and the North. G4S SSUK will deliver services across a minimum of 18 London sites and 21 buildings in the North; including four in Scotland and one in Northern Ireland. There is a possibility the number of sites will increase in line with the GPA's 'Places for Growth' programme. Th...

Virtual Security Showcase, the professional security industry’s first online multi-vendor educational tradeshow experience established in 2020, announces the launch of VSS Tech Talks, a series of monthly panel presentations featuring recognised industry experts from major security solution providers. The panel discussions will address the latest technology trends for specific vertical market applications including higher education, safe cities, cannabis, corporate campuses, healthcare, an...

2N, the global market pioneer in internet-enabled intercoms and access control systems, has become the first company to introduce adaptive Face Zooming to its video intercoms.  Adaptive Face Zooming improves security by enabling homeowners and users in commercial buildings to identify visitors more clearly.   Adaptive Face Zooming Adaptive Face Zooming is based on the camera in the intercom detecting the face in the frame and zooming in so that the user can identify their...

Morse Watchmans, the industry pioneer in key control and asset management systems, is exhibiting a comprehensive range of its award-winning key control products at Apartmentalize 2023, June 7-9, 2023, in Atlanta, GA. Morse Watchman’s flagship system, KeyWatcher® Touch, will be on display alongside additional key control and asset management solutions at booth #201.  Innovative solutions safeguard keys “As property owners and managers consider the new technology flooding t...

Risk is a core concept in the practice of physical security. However, the risk is not always assessed effectively. Ideally, an organisation's appetite for risk guides its security strategy and action planning to the minutest detail, including buying decisions for security equipment and systems. We asked this week's Expert Panel Roundtable: How does the concept of risk influence buying decisions in the security market?  

Eagle Eye Networks, the global pioneer in cloud video surveillance announced it will use a $100M primary equity investment from security giant SECOM, CO., LTD. to expand its suite of AI-powered products, fund geographic expansion, and enhance its enterprise features. Eagle Eye Smart Video Search Eagle Eye Networks has made significant advancements in AI technology with the introduction of Eagle Eye Smart Video Search, which has won five international product awards to date. Smart Video Search...

The new Dallmeier camera planning tool “PlanD” makes the creation of professional video planning a playful and intuitive process that no longer requires any 3D software knowledge. The clever combination with a state-of-the-art graphics engine enables impressive 3D visualisation and camera view simulation. Advantage of PlanD The great advantage of PlanD lies in the combination of innovative functionality with outstanding user-friendliness. The tool's UX design consistently avoids n...

ConnectWise, the software company dedicated to the success of IT solution providers (TSPs), hosted its annual cybersecurity conference, IT Nation Secure™, to discuss challenges, opportunities, and solutions as it relates to some of the most pressing topics in the cybersecurity arena. "We can't sit idly by or use the same methods of the past," said Jason Magee, Chief Executive Officer of ConnectWise. Cybersecurity attacks "Threat actors have motives. We need to understand them, prepare f...