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Camero-tech, an SK Group member founded by Mr. Samy Katsav, a pioneer in developing, producing, and marketing pulsed-based UWB micro-power radar ‘Through Wall Imaging’ systems has received a purchase order for the Xaver™ Long Range radar system – Xaver™ LR40, which enables the detection of live objects behind walls, at distances of more than 50 meters. The Xaver™ LR40 will provide the special forces with a breakthrough operational advantage in hosti...

The Security Industry Association (SIA) has announced that it is developing a new apprenticeship programme to help address the security industry’s workforce challenges, diversify the talent pipeline, and foster career development opportunities within the industry. The initiative will launch in June 2023 as a one-year pilot programme, for which SIA will develop the curriculum, and connect job seekers with security systems integrators for paid apprenticeships featuring on-the-job training,...

IPVideo Corporation announced that the company will be showcasing three new event-driven AI security products: VuroAI, Sentry ERS, and HALO 3C at GSX 2022, booth #2610 in Atlanta, GA from September 12-14. VuroAI Smart Video Telematics  According to the NHTSA and the National Safety Council, there are 9 fatalities a day due to distracted driving, and 1.6 million crashes per year. VuroAI Smart Video Telematics is a complete driver security and fleet m...

Commend Americas, a provider of communication systems and solutions, announced a continuous acceleration of its business as more organisations seek to deploy unified communications solutions across their infrastructures. This demand within the enterprise, healthcare, utilities, and corrections markets has resulted in vertical market growth, strategic customer wins, and prominent industry acceptance of Commend's unified communications portfolio.  Digital transformation As o...

OPTEX, the global sensor manufacturer, will use Security Essen to showcase a range of leading technologies and how they can be combined to create an effective, multi-layered security system. LiDARs REDSCAN Pro Technologies include OPTEX’s award-winning security LiDARs REDSCAN Pro which can create virtual perimeters or protect whole facades up to 100m in length and fibre optic sensors for fenced and buried perimeter applications.  New function...

Integrated security manufacturer TDSi announces its GARDiS range of Controllers and Extension Modules has received UL 294 Certification from Underwriters Laboratories of Canada Inc. The well-respected UL 294 Standard for Access Control System Units rigorously tests the construction, performance, and operation of physical access control equipment and/or systems to provide a trusted assessment for buyer peace of mind. Performance, reliability, and strength John Davies, Managing Director of...

SALTO Systems, a manufacturer of electronic access control and operating system solutions designed to provide a keyless experience for modern buildings will showcase its latest security innovations at the Global Security Exchange (GSX) in Atlanta, September 12-14, 2022. Access control solutions “We’re excited to have GSX hosted again in Atlanta, which is right in our backyard as its home to our U.S. headquarters,” said Steve Burk, SALTO North America Director of Marketing &am...

Certified Social Enterprise and experts in specialist security services, Corps Security, has appointed a new national account director and a new operations director to ensure efficient service delivery across Corps’s new significant contract wins following a period of significant growth. Mark Taylor Mark Taylor has been appointed to national account director at Corps, supporting significant accounts including the portfolio for global commercial real estate services and investment firm CB...

ACRE, a global pioneer providing state-of-the-art security systems, has completed its acquisition of Security Identification Systems Corporation (SISCO.) The combination of ACRE's comprehensive security technology portfolio with SISCO's solutions for credentialing and visitor management fortifies the ability to deliver a wide range of complementary technology options to ACRE's customer base.  SISCO Founded in 1994 in South Florida, SISCO has been dedicated to developing best-in-class vis...

Lynred, a global provider of high-quality infrared (IR) detectors, and Umicore, a circular materials technology company announced the co-development of a next-generation thermal sensing technology that will drastically improve the performance of PAEB (Pedestrian Autonomous Emergency Braking) in adverse lighting conditions at an affordable cost. Inconsistent PAEB performance Every year, approximately 1.3 million people die from road traffic crashes. More than half are vulnerable road users (ped...

Distology, the specialist IT cybersecurity distributor, is announcing that it has acquired Squareball. Based in Berlin, Germany, Squareball specialises in software engineering, product design, solution architecture, and identity access management (IAM) consultancy. Already working with two of Distology’s core vendors, Okta and Auth0, the new partnership will naturally bolster Distology’s European proposition thanks to Squareball’s recognised excellence in the design and implem...

The BSIA has expanded its membership of Euralarm into its Services Section. This section links all services associated with the installation, maintenance, and monitoring of security and fire systems across Europe and internationally. The BSIA was already an active member of the Euralarm Security Section, representing the interests of manufacturers in regulatory and standardisation matters. The BSIA also represents the views of its members in their horizontal compliance, cyber security, and mark...

IDEMIA, the pioneer in Identity technologies, completed the first-of-its-kind mass-scale remote SIM provisioning campaign in the automotive industry with its Automotive Connectivity Manager platform. The Group collaborated with Mercedes-Benz AG to transfer over 700,000 vehicles from one mobile network service provider to another, using over-the-air services. Cloud-based Automotive Connectivity Manager The success of this campaign, which began in 2021 and ended in spring 2022, is the first of...

Pelion, the  IoT-connected device service provider,  launched as an independent company and unveiled its new brand and enhanced offering. As a wholly-owned subsidiary of Arm, Pelion delivers the technology and experience  required to harness the potential  of  the IoT  through its  scalable, easy-to-deploy services, enabling  customers to securely connect and manage devices over their lifetime.   5G and edge AI  “With key trends like 5G and edge AI  enabling distributed intelligenc...

IMS Evolve, a pioneering Internet of Things (IoT) company, and Emily Grene, a provider of engineering and innovative design solutions in the clean energy space, have announced a collaboration to deliver IoT solutions to multi-site retailers across North America at speed and scale. The partnership will provide an end-to-end, turn-key solution that leverages existing infrastructure to monitor, manage and optimise estates, reducing waste and improving the use of valuable environmental resources....

Policy Monitor, London-based cyber security and risk management experts will launch Cyber Security Policy Monitor (CSPM) at the International Cyber Expo in London.  CSPM CSPM is a simple and cost-effective cloud-based solution that helps measure, manage, and monitor an organisation’s cyber security workflow and compliance. The information security management system gives cyber security peace of mind to organisations of all sizes, including SMEs. Cyber security events Policy Monit...

Ramtech's incredible partners are constantly raising the bar in the delivery of the Ramtech technology that is transforming the construction industry around the world. It wanted to celebrate shared success and highlight the partner who is going the extra mile. That’s why, in 2021, Ramtech launched the ‘Ramtech Partner of the Year Award’. Criteria Ramtech Partner of the Year is awarded to the highest performing partner across North America, based on several criteria, includin...

Camden Door Controls introduces to market the first surface mount RIM strike with preload. This CX-EPD1289L grade 1 surface mount RIM strike with latch monitoring also offers a ‘Universal’ strike design that delivers unparalleled application flexibility, with both UL security and fire listings. The number one reason that RIM strikes fail to operate is pressure on the keepers of the strike, which is known as preload. Preload can be caused by differences in air pressure on each side o...

Sielox, an established industry pioneer in layered access control solutions, announces new releases of the company’s industry-proven AnyWare™ Browser Based Mobile Access Control Solution and CLASS™ Emergency Notification and Response Solution. “We continue to evolve our portfolio of layered access control solutions with more features to meet longstanding and evolving challenges for security professionals. The newly released 2.1 versions of Sielox AnyWare and CLASS offer...

Neustar Security Services, a provider of cloud-orientated security services that enable global businesses to thrive online, has expanded its distributed-denial-of-service (DDoS) attack mitigation scrubbing capacity to more than 15 Terabits per second (Tbps) across its worldwide network. Neustar Security Services is committed to maintaining the largest and best-connected, dedicated DDoS and application security network in the world. Increasing global capacity and resilience The company uses mu...

As new technologies incorporate artificial intelligence (AI) and overall uses of AI continue to expand, what protections are in place to prevent its misuse? Artificial intelligence, like any technology or security measure, is not inherently bad. It can, however, be used for nefarious purposes and in ways that were never intended or thought of. ‘Responsible AI Policy’ to protect users Prosegur has created a ‘Responsible AI Policy’ to protect users from potential AI threa...

Blackline Safety Corp., a globally renowned company in connected safety technology, has announced it will unveil the G6 single-gas detector – setting a new standard in connected worker wearables – at the upcoming 2022 National Safety Council (NSC) Safety Congress & Expo, which is to be held from September 19 to September 21, 2022, at the San Diego Convention Center, in San Diego, California, USA. “The challenge was how to bring the increased safety and operational performa...

Idesco Corp., a provider of ID card solutions announced the company has recently expanded its offerings to include comprehensive Visitor Management solutions. ID card solution extension This new addition complements its existing line of ID card solutions and allows the company to offer customers a wide array of products to implement the right visitor management system. With solutions from top brands such as Savance and StopWare, Idesco can help any organisation streamline the flow of visitors...

VIVOTEK, the IP surveillance solution provider, announced that it would be showcasing its power intelligent video management software, VAST Security Station (VSS), for the first time at Booth 5C42 in Hall 5 of 2022's Security Essen in Germany. “The VSS is an integral component of VIVOTEK’s next-generation video management solutions. It offers intuitive services and mechanisms to search, monitor, and manage surveillance footage easily, helping customers get the most out of their VIVO...

PACOM Systems, a pioneer in security systems for complex enterprise multi-site and campus environments announced it would be featuring a sneak peek of its next generation of solutions at the GSX tradeshow on Sept. 12-14 in Atlanta, Georgia. Cloud-based solution PACOM’s newest cloud-based solution is an intelligent, user-friendly, and centrally controlled management platform. This powerful solution is also available on a mobile app to give full control virtually anywhere, anytime.&nb...

Allied Universal, a global security and facility services company, will showcase explosive and firearm detecting canines and Risk 360, an Allied Universal approach to security risk management, at the Global Security Exchange (GSX) conference (Booth #2710) slated for September 12-14th 2022 at the Georgia World Congress Center. The company is also proud to participate in two expert sessions at GSX 2022. Tailored security solutions "Staying ahead in a world of evolving risk with uniquely tailored...

Does the user want to protect their build more conveniently and efficiently near? Then biometric access control might be exactly what user's looking for. Biometric access control systems are gaining popularity as a more secure way to safeguard physical places such as offices, government buildings, airports, hospitals, and department stores. Research findings  According to the most recent FACT.MR research, the biometric access control segment is expected to dominate the physical access co...

Panasonic has announced the expansion of its LUMIX S lens range with the 18mm F1.8 (S-S18), a new super wide-angle lens with a 100° angle of view. It is the fifth high-speed F1.8 lens in the LUMIX S Series L-Mount system. Despite its large aperture and compact size, it offers high optical performance that exceeds the highest professional quality standards. The 18mm F.8 (S-S18) will be available from October 2022 for £799.99 RRP. F1.8 fixed focal length lenses All five F1.8 fixed foc...

Johnson Controls, the pioneer for smart, healthy, and sustainable buildings, offers an alternative approach to fire detection through its FireClass range, a class of open-protocol fire detection products, and is seen as a step away from its previously perceived perception in the market of only offering managed or closed-protocol systems. FireClass consists of a comprehensive range of industry-approved products for use in commercial, residential, corporate, retail, leisure, care home, manufactur...

Suprema, a globally renowned company in access control and biometrics, has joined as a member of the FiRa Consortium, a consultative body that establishes standards for ultra-wideband (UWB) technology, the next-generation of wireless communication. The FiRa Consortium is a global organisation established for the goal of promoting widespread adoption of UWB by improving the stability of the technology, as well as its distance and location measurement accuracy. UWB - short-range wireless communi...