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Teledyne FLIR, part of Teledyne Technologies Incorporated announced Teledyne FLIR AVP, an advanced video processor designed to power Teledyne FLIR’s Prism™ AI and computational imaging at the edge. The AVP incorporates the latest Qualcomm QCS8550, the most advanced mobile processor chip from the pioneer in mobile, automotive, and robotics system-on-chip (SoC) technology. AI performance The AVP provides best-in-class artificial intelligence (AI) performance within a small, lig...

The client functions as a prominent producer of phosphate fertilisers in Sub-Saharan Africa. They began mining phosphate rock in the early 1960s and started producing phosphoric acid in the late 1980s. Their extensive industrial facility, located in Senegal, includes various sites such as Mining, an Acid Plant, a Fertiliser site, and a power plant. They mainly export their phosphoric acid to India and distribute their fertiliser products within West Africa and globally.  Client's requirem...

The company has achieved complete LED illuminator coverage by transitioning to innovative technologies for light sources in video spectral comparators. These hardware solutions cater to advanced forensic examinations of documents, banknotes, historical records, art, and collectibles. This revolutionary change enhances the accuracy of forensic investigations. Traditional light sources, which were widely used in forensic equipment for many decades before, had several disadvantages. They consumed...

Mul-T-Lock, a pioneering provider of patented locking solutions, is proud to announce the launch of its "Ladies Who Locksmith" campaign, aimed at raising awareness of and celebrating women in the locksmithing industry. Despite being a male-dominated field, Mul-T-Lock recognises the invaluable contributions of women locksmiths and their growing presence in the industry. Intricacies of high-security locks The launch of "Ladies Who Locksmith" seeks to spotlight these trailblazing women, inspire...

Genetec Inc., a pioneering technology provider of unified security, public safety, operations, and business intelligence solutions, announces its plans for The Security Event, taking place at the NEC arena in Birmingham, from 30 April to 2 May 2024. Visitors will have the opportunity to visit Genetec at booth #5/H45 for an exclusive unveiling of Security Centre SaaS, its new enterprise-grade, physical security as a service solution. It combines access control, video management, forensic search,...

Award-winning global manufacturer of intelligent access control and security solutions, ICT (Integrated Control Technology), is delighted to announce the appointment of Gaurav Mahajan as sales director for the Middle East and India. With an extensive career in the security industry spanning more than two decades, including significant sales leadership roles at Bosch, Pelco, and Optex, Gaurav brings a wealth of experience and a deep understanding of the challenges faced by security integrat...

Resideo Technologies, Inc., a manufacturer and distributor of technology-driven products and solutions, and Snap One Holdings Corp., a provider of smart-living products, services, and software to professional integrators announced a definitive agreement under which Resideo has agreed to acquire Snap One for $10.75 per share in cash, for a transaction value of approximately $1.4 billion, inclusive of net debt. Upon closing, Snap One will integrate into Resideo's ADI Global Distribution business....

barox Kommunikation AG, the global manufacturer of professional standard managed and unmanaged switches, PoE media converters, and IP extenders, will be showing their range of Ethernet switches and Device Management System (DMS) VMS integration technology, at The Security Event (TSE), taking place between 30 April - 2 May 2024 at the NEC, Birmingham. Visitors can find barox at stand number 5/P90, where they will be showing their support of professional systems integrato...

Honeywell unveiled Honeywell Forge Performance+ for Aerospace, a cloud-based platform that utilises AI and machine learning (ML) to help commercial aerospace manufacturing and maintenance, repair & overhaul (MRO) facilities modernise production and lower operational costs through digitalisation.  This addition to the Honeywell Forge suite further supports Honeywell’s alignment with the megatrends of advancing automation and the future of aviation. Complexity and operating costs...

ISC West 2024, the comprehensive and converged security trade event, hosted in collaboration with premier sponsor the Security Industry Association (SIA), delivered another year of successful programming and welcomed more than 29,000 security industry professionals to The Venetian Expo in Las Vegas. Improving customer experience ISC West elevated the customer experience by hosting both fan-favourite and brand-new offerings throughout the four-day event, which featured over 750 exhibitors,...

OPTEX’s UK team will be exhibiting at The Security Event to showcase its latest innovations in advanced intrusion detection technology, including its multi-award-winning REDSCAN LiDAR series, through a series of live demonstrations. REDSCAN LiDARs For high-security sites, OPTEX will demonstrate the precision and accuracy of its award-winning REDSCAN LiDARs. Extremely reliable, the sensors can be mounted horizontally to create high-resolution virtual laser planes to protect roofs and skyl...

Morse Watchmans, the industry pioneer in key control and asset management systems, is proud to be showcasing its line of key control and asset management solutions at Expo Seguridad Mexico 2024, April 16-18 at the Centro Citibanamex, Mexico City. Morse Watchman’s new Emergency Key Grab (EKG) EKG will be on display alongside additional key control and asset management solutions at stand # 1837.   New and award-winning products “Following a successful showing at ISC West,...

An upcoming seminar for security professionals, hosted by Synectics on 14 May 2024 in London, aims to help public space operators make the right decisions regarding AI surveillance technology. AI-driven video surveillance ‘Navigating the Future: AI in Public Space Security’ is free to attend and will discuss how AI-driven video surveillance analytics can be used, proactively and forensically to protect members of the public. It is aimed at anyone responsible for security in a publ...

Ajax Systems is proud to announce its victory at the Security Awards 2024 in the UK hosted by Corporate Vision. The company has been recognised as the “Best Smart Home Security Equipment Manufacturer 2024,” solidifying its position as a trailblazer in the industry.  Security Awards The Security Awards is a prestigious programme that recognises and honours the best of the best in the security industry. Organised by Corporate Vision magazine, these awards aim to show...

Allied Universal®, the security and facility services company, is proud to announce that employee Frances Ruban received the “Patriot Employer” award from the Office of the Secretary of Defence – Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve (ESGR).  The award recognises Frances, who works at the company’s New York City branch office for her support of an employee who is currently serving in the National Guard. Values sacrifice and service “I am proud to rec...

Wing Security, the pioneer in SaaS Security announced its membership in the Cloud Security Alliance (CSA), the organisation dedicated to defining standards, certifications, and best practices to help ensure a secure cloud computing environment. Cloud security standards Association with the CSA underscores Wing Security's commitment to collaborating on cloud security standards and empowering organisations to safely leverage SaaS applications. Wing Security's automated SSPM solution,...

Installers JTI Brandbeveiliging was contracted to help make safety a number-one priority at a pioneering food manufacturer in The Netherlands. They achieved this by choosing Hochiki Europe’s marketing pioneering fire detection system, Latitude, alongside waterproof devices from the ESP range. This comprehensive solution ensures the highest level of fire protection throughout the facility, giving the food manufacturer peace of mind and allowing them to focus on what they do best: producing...

The ‘Videx SMS Access’ app, available for free download on the App Store and Play Store, allows building occupants and temporary visitors, such as tradesmen or Airbnb guests for example, to gain entry using personalised pin codes. The app eliminates the need for a master code, enhancing security and convenience for all users. New GSM features The range of new features to the Videx GSM range is designed to provide users with greater flexibility, security, and convenience. Key enhan...

Aqua Security, the pioneer in cloud-native security announced another consecutive year of exceptional channel growth. The company continues to build on its momentum and solidify its position as the go-to pioneer for service providers and partners in cloud-native security. The services-led approach of the Aqua Advantage programme, led by Jeannette Lee Heung, Senior Director, of Global Channel & Alliances, and a distinguished 2024 CRN Channel Chief, has been instrumental in driving this upw...

A new cybersecurity report by ClubCISO in collaboration with Telstra Purple finds that despite significant concerns around the impending impact of AI cyberattacks on respondent organisations, many have not seen their priorities or investment plans change. The report, informed by a survey of cybersecurity pioneers across public and private sector organisations worldwide, emphasises that among the myriad risks vying for the CISO’s attention, AI cyber-attacks are not yet...

RiverSafe, a pioneering cybersecurity professional services provider, has partnered with Cribl, the Data Engine for IT and Security. This new partnership is set to transform the data capabilities available to RiverSafe's clients, empowering organisations to analyse, collect, process, and route all IT and security data from any source or in any destination. As data continues to grow at a 28 percent compound annual growth rate, Cribl's product suite, including the industry's pioneering observabil...

IDnow, an identity verification provider in Europe, has unveiled VideoIdent Flex, a new version of its expert-led video verification service that blends advanced AI technology with human interaction. The human-based video call solution, supported by AI, has been designed and built to boost customer conversion rates, reduce rising fraud attempts, increase inclusivity, and tackle an array of complex online verification scenarios while offering a high-end service experience to end customers. Vide...

Allied Universal®, the world’s pioneering security and facility services provider, announced that Deanna Steele has joined the company as chief information officer for North America. Steele will provide visionary leadership and hands-on management of IT initiatives, creating substantial business value. In the role, she will focus on delivering exceptional customer experiences, supporting growth, integrating acquisitions and optimising artificial intelligence across the company’s...

Arrow Electronics is providing Copilot for Microsoft 365 via ArrowSphere Cloud, making it readily available to channel partners in EMEA. It is also delivering a dedicated program of enablement designed to help resellers accelerate the opportunity with Copilot.  Launched in the Microsoft Cloud Solution Provider (CSP) program in January, Copilot for Microsoft 365 uses the power of generative AI and natural language processing to boost user productivity and creativity. Importance of data sec...

Honeywell is showcasing key technologies from its security, fire, and life safety product lines at the 2024 International Security Conference and Exposition (ISC West), April 10 - 12 in Las Vegas. This supports Honeywell’s recently announced plans to focus its portfolio on three compelling megatrends, including automation, underpinned by robust digitalisation capabilities and solutions. Convenience and efficiency "At Honeywell, we provide cutting-edge security solutions that help p...

A major access management business is gearing up for a trio of industry awards. The Key Safe Company, which supplies police preferred key safes and security products, has secured several industry awards nominations fresh from landing a coveted feature slot in The Sunday Times.  A trio of industry awards Led by innovator - David Ogden, whose catalogue of key safe inventions has revolutionised social care to name just one sector, Key Safe has been shortlisted for Entrepreneurial Business of...

RecFaces, a facial recognition software company, has announced the successful deployment of its flagship product, Id-Guard at Jorge Chávez International Airport in Lima, Peru. This implementation marks a significant milestone in bolstering security measures at one of South America's busiest airports, underscoring the importance of maintaining a high level of safety at public transportation hubs. Jorge Chávez International Airport Jorge Chávez International Airport serves...

In a collaborative move with the W3C Consortium, Siemens and Microsoft have announced their commitment to converge the Digital Twin Definition Language (DTDL) with the Thing Description standard from the international standards organisation, W3C. Customers are offered consistent modeling experiences by unifying both languages, mitigating fragmentation in an evolving IoT landscape. With customers typically deploying a mix of vendors in their infrastructure leading to lock-in and high integration...

The Security Industry Association (SIA) has announced the 2024 winners of the SIA New Products and Solutions (NPS) Awards, the flagship awards programme presented in partnership with ISC West recognising innovative security products, services, and solutions. Top among the winners, who were recognised on April 10 during an award ceremony on the Bridge Stage on the ISC West show floor, was IronYun, receiving the 2024 Best New Product Award. SIA NPS Since its inception i...

Riga Sports Arena is a municipal facility maintained by the city of Riga, Latvia. Covering a total area of 21,821 square metres, the arena accommodates 2,500 spectator seats. It houses several training halls, including a large athletics arena, a training and warm-up hall, a weightlifting hall, and a sports field. Challenge Enhance security by replacing inefficient guards with technical equipment Riga sports arena faced a significant security challenge, relying on two guards who worked only ni...