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ASSA ABLOY’s Aperio wireless locking solution allows free egress via the lock handle as and when required ASSA ABLOY Access Control’s innovative Aperio wireless locking solution has been fitted by system integrators Choice Security Solutions Ltd to complete an access control solution in Thames Reach’s Employment Academy, a Grade II Listed late Victorian ‘Baroque’ building. Located on Peckham Road in Camberwell, Thames Reach’s Employment Aca...

HID Global®, a worldwide leader in secure identity solutions, recently announced that the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office granted several patents for the company's innovation related to gesture-based methods of using three-dimensional (3-D) motion sequences to increase privacy, security and convenience when using RFID-based devices such as smart cards and NFC-enabled smartphones for a broad range of applications. These patent additions strengthen HID Global’s IP portfolio of over 1,00...

With invasions of computer systems occurring in every business of every industry every day, Identify Security Software Inc recently announced its launch as a company. “Identify Security Software is a new company with a new and better way for businesses and institutions to manage and control access to their information systems.” said Andre Limarenko, Identify’s president and COO. “Password-based systems and those that make use of digital keys or tokens are all too easy to...

Siemens SiPass Entro access control products have been in use at the base for more than 10 years Thule Air Base in Greenland, the US Armed Forces’ northernmost location, has some of the most extreme weather in the world. Temperatures down to -60oF are commonplace, and the world’s second highest wind speed of 207 miles per hour was measured on the base. Despite these challenging conditions, standard SiPass Entro access control products from Siemens have been in...

The Loft monitor and the Halo panel from Fermax were also on the prestigious ADI-FAD shortlist Smile, the monitor with cutting-edge technological features that Fermax will soon be revealing to the public, continues in the wake of the latest products from the Valencian brand, all of them award winners for their excellent design. This time, this innovative terminal designed by Ramón Benedito was chosen by veteran Association ADI-FAD among the best products of the year, aw...

Gartner’s “Cool Vendor” research recognises smaller, emerging companies that are interesting and unique Once a year Gartner, Inc., the world's leading information technology research and advisory company, identifies “Cool Vendors”, companies who are “transforming the way businesses operate and consumers engage with technology”. Quantum Secure, a leading provider of enterprise-grade Physical Identity and Access Management (PIAM) solutio...

Richard Parnell of Total Security Protection based in Watford won the competition Mayflex, the cabling infrastructure, networking and electronic security solutions distributor, ran a competition from 1st February to 30th April to encourage customers, particularly those new to IP Security from Mayflex, to place orders for their range of IP based electronic security products, with the winner receiving a 3D HD bundle. Mayflex is at the forefront of the distribution of innovative...

SALTO Systems will also incorporate a new XSperience centre for internal staff, partner and end user training SALTO Systems is moving its UK operation to bigger offices in Southam, Warwickshire, to accommodate the continuing growth of the business. "This move is an important milestone in our growth and marks the start of the next phase in our business development" said Ramesh Gurdev, Managing Director of SALTO Systems UK Ltd. "Despite challenging economic conditions, we have...

Quantum Secure's software products address challenges with best practice processes that reduce costs and risks Quantum Secure announces that they have been added to the GSA Approved Products List (APL) in the Caching Status Proxy Category. As Quantum Secure is certified in the category with no restrictions, federal agencies choosing their SAFE for PIV Credential product will get a complete FIPS 201compliant solution within the category. “Physical security and identity m...

A 10-year, $4.4 billion development programme is taking Toronto Pearson International Airport to new levels of safety, efficiency and passenger service. As Canada’s busiest airport, Pearson handles more than 25 million passengers per year with 1,200 daily arrivals and departures. By 2020, the airport expects to serve 50 million passengers annually. The Greater Toronto Airports Authority (GTAA) has a mandate to operate Pearson within a regional system of airports to enhance economic growth...

SALTO’s standalone battery powered RFID products from the XS4 and GEO range are installed at the sporting facility Scotland’s newest international sporting facility, the Tollcross International Swimming Centre in Glasgow, has installed SALTO RFID electronic locks to provide a state-of-the-art access control solution as part of its overall security package. The centre has just re-opened its doors to the public after a £13.8million refurbishment to make it rea...

Kirk will oversee marketing activities and strategically plan for new growth opportunities Matrix Systems, an access control and security solutions provider with a reputation built on service and long-term customer relationships, has appointed Kirk Newell to the newly created role of Demand Generation Manager. In this capacity, Newell will oversee outbound and inbound marketing activities, and strategically plan for new growth opportunities to better support the sales team...

The MIPS Forum featured a range of business events to discuss current security topics, learn about global best practice The 19th Moscow International Protection, Security and Fire Safety Exhibition took place on 15-18 April 2013, Pavilion 75 of VVC in Moscow, Russia. The MIPS 2013 exhibition space grew by over 10% to reach 11,581 sqm, and 491 companies from 26 countries presented their developments. The share of international companies increased considerably this year, and 20...

The T24 units include high resolution digital camera, keypad and systems to interface with door lock release mechanism MOBOTIX AG, a leading manufacturer of digital high-resolution, network-based video security systems has released details of a successful implementation of its T24 Door Station technology at the prestigious City Harbour development in London Docklands to provide security and peace of mind for tenants within 86 luxury apartments. The multi-million pound City Ha...

SALTO achieved a growth close to 20% compared to 2011 SALTO Systems S.L. has been recognised by the renowned market research firm IMS Research, as being the 8th largest access control company worldwide. According to the IMS report, “The World Market for Access Control Equipment – 2013 Edition”, SALTO, with its headquarters in Oiartzun, Spain has solidly broken into the ranks of the world’s top ten Access Control companies. This is a remarkable achieve...

The Johnson Controls security package features the Cardkey P2000R security management system For Bradley International Airport, the completion of its 260,000-square-foot terminal improvement project was a tremendous accomplishment. The reason is two-fold. As one of the fastest-growing airports in the nation, Bradley is now sized to accommodate current and future scheduled passenger service with a modern, streamlined terminal. Secondly, as one of the only airports to proceed wi...

TDSi will showcase its new EXgarde 4.1 Integrated Access Control software and proximity version of SOLOgarde system Integrated security solutions manufacturer TDSi will be exhibiting at the Security TWENTY 13 Conference at the Hammersmith Novotel in London on Wednesday 3rdJuly 2013. TDSi is committed to offering complete integrated security solutions and at the event will be showcasing its new EXgarde 4.1 Integrated Access Control software and the new proximity version of its...

Bytes has worked alongside BNT to build a strategic market share for Lumidigm biometric fingerprint readers locally Bytes Technology Group has become a Lumidigm partner, following its acquisition of Brand New Technology (BNT), which had a broad range of exclusive distribution agreements in place focused on delivering identification management solutions. The acquisition has seen Bytes Technology Group become the exclusive distributor in Africa and the Middle East for global au...

Visitors to the Bernalillo County Courthouse enjoy daylit, open spaces and striking views of the Sandia Mountains. They don’t see the sophisticated technology that keeps them safe and comfortable – and saves tax dollars – by integrating multiple building functions. The courthouse combines pleasant public areas with secure and efficient workplaces for judicial staff, while isolating both from detainees in the holding areas and jail. A courthouse is a complex building: It must a...

Perrigo Nutritionals worked with Tyco Integrated Security to update their packaging to help better prevent theft Tyco Integrated Security, a Tyco company and the industry’s leading security systems integrator, has teamed up with Perrigo Nutritionals to develop a theft-resistant infant formula container. Perrigo Nutritionals is the leading infant formula company that supplies mass retailers, grocers and drugstores with their own Store Brand Infant Formulas. Baby form...

SALTO Systems is one of Team Rynkeby’s Gold sponsors and is proud to contribute to their important work During 2013 SALTO NORDIC is sponsoring Team Rynkeby, a Nordic organisation helping to fight child cancer. Team Rynkeby works through Børnecancerfonden in Denmark, Barncancerfonden in Sweden and Sylva in Finland. The organisation started at Rynkeby Foods in Denmark in 2001 and last year raised more than EUR 2.2 million. The team is a Danish-Swedish initiati...

Johnson Controls successfully integrated all the building services and subsystems with Metasys The new Malaysia Securities Commission Headquarters facility was designed around the concept of achieving a distinctive modern form, interpreted from traditional design to reflect Malaysia’s history, cultural roots and future aspirations. The roof, together with the layered facade, shelters the building from the tropical heat and glare. The facade is designed to be climatically...

Over four Metasys Access Controllers and seven Johnson Controls card readers manage the campus security system Frederick Community College is an associate degree, two-year institution serving more than 14,000 students each academic year. The 110-acre campus has 10 buildings, including a new library and academic centre. Challenges Design a technologically advanced facility to accommodate rising enrollment. Increase the operating efficiency and comfort levels of existin...

SSEDIC’s SIIIC is being hosted in cooperation with EEMA and other major eID initiatives and partners Scoping the Single European Digital Identity Community (SSEDIC), a thematic network for the EC’s Digital Agenda for Europe (DAE), recently announces the agenda for its Second International Identity Initiative Conference (SIIIC). The event will provide a forum to share collective knowledge between current e-identity (eID) projects. The SIIIC takes place at the Ho...

Netgenium has integrated Aperio L100 and PINPad wireless locks with its PolicyServer Network Solution Netgenium Systems has become the first access control specialist to integrate with ASSA ABLOY Access Control’s Aperio locking solutions using latest IP hub technology to directly connect and deliver a complete building security system. ASSA ABLOY’s Aperio is designed to upgrade mechanically locked doors and wirelessly connect them online or offline to new or exist...

The new training facility will feature live product demos and training programmes Tyco Security Products, part of Tyco, the world’s largest pure-play fire protection and security company, have launched two new initiatives designed to further support installers and end user customers and expand access to Tyco Security Products’ portfolio of integrated technologies. With the launch of a new state-of-the-art Demonstration and Training Centre in Manchester, UK and...

With the Eycasa System, ABUS Security-Centre opens up a new business segment for its partners: video door intercoms. The Eycasa system combines video surveillance, intercom and door opening. In addition, up to three Eycasa outdoor cameras (available separately) can be integrated into the system. Thanks to wireless technology, elaborate cable installation work is avoided.  "Communicate. Monitor. Open." This is the slogan of the Eycasa Door & House Wireless Video System, a clever combina...

Cardkey® P2000 security system allows Organichem to limit access to certain parts of the complex Organichem Corporation offers a wide range of third-party development and manufacturing capabilities to chemical and pharmaceutical companies. It is a world leader in contract manufacturing of bulk active pharmaceutical ingredients. Products manufactured by Organichem include controlled substances, cancer-fighting drugs, and diagnostic imaging agents. Organichem’s 23-acr...

The revised security package features the Johnson Controls Cardkey P2000R security management system For Bradley International Airport, the completion of its 260,000-square-foot terminal improvement project was a tremendous accomplishment. The reason is two-fold. As one of the fastest-growing airports in the nation, Bradley is now sized to accommodate current and future scheduled passenger service with a modern, streamlined terminal. Secondly, as one of the only airports to pr...

Morse Watchmans software compiles information from the system on key usage and can run activity reports Benoît Chaput has the job of overseeing the vehicles and technical gear used to operate SRC (Société Radio-Canada), the French language counterpart of the CBC (Canadian Broadcasting Corp.) with headquarters in Montreal, Quebec. The network produces more than 4,000 hours of programming a year, including radio, TV and Internet content. Mr. Chaput works in a...