Access Control News

Genetec, a pioneer in the physical security industry and a leading provider of world-class unified IP security solutions, announced the availability of its new unified web client for Security Center. The unified web client is part of the Security Center Mobile 3.0 feature and allows customers to connect back to their platform to view video, control PTZ cameras, configure aspects of their access control and license plate recognition (LPR) systems, and run reports from the most web browsers. Seve...

NICE Solutions will record and manage voice communications used  for investigations and debriefing NICE recently announced that the Air and Marine Operations Center (AMOC), the operational and domain awareness center for the U.S. Customs and Border Protection’s Office of Air and Marine (OAM), has implemented NICE solutions to record and manage mission-critical voice communications used for investigations and debriefing. As one of the world’s largest aviation...

Dr. Rer.nat. Volkmar Denner has been appointed as the new chairman of the Bosch board of management Following 50 years with Bosch, in which he held a number of important positions in the company, Professor Dr.-Ing. Hermann Scholl is to resign from office effective June 30, 2012. At the same time, he will retire from Robert Bosch Industrietreuhand KG. Hermann Scholl was made a junior member of the board of management in 1973 and a full member in 1975. He chaired the board of m...

The new logo reflects a more global, simplified representation of SIA Jay Hauhn, Chairman of the Board of Directors for the Security Industry Association (SIA), unveiled the organisation’s new logo on March 28, 2012 at the ISC West show in Las Vegas. The new logo, which was created with input from SIA members, the Board of Directors and the SIA Marketi ng Committee, reflects a more contemporary, global, simplified representation of SIA as the primary resource for the se...

Elbit Systems has launched an Integrated Maritime Awareness Concept and Solution (IMACS) suit, developed to answer the unique defense requirements of maritime infrastructure facilities, such as oil and gas rigs. Strategically important, these facilities call for a unique protection concept due to the potential threats posed by pirate and terror attacks. A modular solution, IMACS enables customisation of various available technologies and capabilities according to specific customer requirements...

Immix Enterprise is a video centric BS8418 compliant software platform designed to receive and consolidate alarm events from video, video analytics, access control, automation systems and GPS location aware devices. Immix Cloud is a web based edition of the Enterprise software which allows users to create a ‘Private Cloud’ to deliver customised services through any web browser or mobile device. “With the Immix control room software being deployed in an ever increasing number o...

AxxonSoft partner EFB-Elektronik showcased Axxon Intellect Enterprise, Auto Intellect and Face Intellect AxxonSoft’s products were demonstrated at CeBIT 2012 which took place in Hannover, Germany, 6-10 March 2012. CeBIT (Centrum der Büro- und Informationstechnik) is one of the most prominent world expo events for information and telecommunication technology attracting annually around 700,000 visitors and 6,500 exhibitioners. AxxonSoft’s partner, EFB-Elektroni...

The new PIE-1 Alarm IP Encoder from Optex provides the dual functions of PoE power delivery to remote Optex devices and conversion of alarm signals to an IP protocol for delivery to video management systems or network video recorders. The PIE-1 provides support for Optex sensors in security systems using VMS and NVRs through vendor- unique API. The device can be used in a number of ways: PoE (Power over Ethernet) only: to power remotely the Optex Redscan laser scanner  provides IP alarm...

HID Global, trusted leader in solutions for the delivery of secure identity, recently announced the addition of two Glass Tag Ultra radio frequency identification (RFID) transponders to its expanding Animal ID Glass Tag family. The new, innovative HID Global design featured in the Glass Tag Ultra transponders uses patented direct bonding technology and optimised chip placement to achieve a breakthrough boost of performance. Read ranges are improved by up to 35% compared to low frequency glass ta...

With the addition of Capital Card Systems, Identisys now offers sales and onsite services throughout the U.S. IdentiSys Inc., North America’s largest sales and service integrator of identification, card issuance, emergency response and access control security systems, recently announced the acquisition of Capital Card Systems, Inc., located in Rockville,MD. Capital Card Systems specialises in providing identification technology solutions including digital photo ID syste...

SALTO will showcase the newest additions to its leading XS4 platform SALTO Systems will present its latest access control innovations at IFSEC 2012 (stand D40 hall 4) including the newest additions to its class leading XS4 platform. The latest XS4 on-line wireless solution is smart, secure and innovative, and needs no hard wiring to provide a totally wire free networked electronic locking solution with a great range of features. It is designed for applications that need the l...

Alpro’s overhead transom closers hydraulically control the opening and closing of aluminium doors Exeter Chiefs, one of the UK’s leading rugby clubs, is using transom door closers from Alpro Architectural Hardware at its new 10,000-capacity Sandy Park stadium in Devon. Alpro’s overhead transom closers are a means of hydraulically controlling the opening and closing of aluminium doors and can have light, medium or heavy spring strengths to suit type of usage,...

B680 barrier is ideal for a wide variety of commercial applications with high volumes of traffic FAAC will be unveiling its first hybrid powered barrier range at this year’s IFSEC exhibition. Combining the high performance and reliability of hydraulics with the flexibility and safety benefits of a 24v motor, the B680 barrier is ideal for a wide variety of commercial applications with high volumes of traffic. With twice as much power than an electromechanical barrier, the...

The CyberLock family of access control products by Videx allows users to track and control access throughout a facility. The audit trail provided by the lock and key helps water utilities meet Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) security guidelines aimed at protecting watersheds and sources of drinking water. The CyberLock system includes electronic locks and keys that enable water utilities to control and monitor access to entry gates, chemical feed areas, watersheds, water wells, and other...

IPSecurityCenter facilitates collaboration between agencies and public/private partnerships CNL Software, a world leader in Physical Security Information Management (PSIM) software, presented IPSecurityCenter, its award winning PSIM Software, in Booth 5035 at ISC West, Sands Expo & Convention Center, Las Vegas, NV from 28-30th March 2012. ISC West provides security professionals with a timely opportunity to organise their business and security product needs for 2012 and of...

The Elpas solutions complement Tyco's current portfolio of access control, video, and intrusion products When Tyco Security Products acquired Visonic, Ltd. late last year, part of the acquisition included a smaller division named Visonic Technologies, a leading developer of Real Time Location Systems (RTLS). With an extensive range of field-proven RTLS products and applications, there was immediate synergy between Visonic Technologies’ portfolio and Tyco Security Pro...

Interactive CLIQ adds electronic intelligence to standard mechanical keys Mul-T-Lock’s patented CLIQ Interactive cylinders have been fitted to entrance gates at Cornwall Gardens in Central London, to provide the assurance of mechanical security and the benefits of access control in one key system. Interactive CLIQ is an advanced electromechanical locking solution, which adds electronic intelligence to standard mechanical keys. Using a master control key, access rights...

The NLSS Gateway Version 2.3 offers a host of additional features and system upgrades Next Level Security Systems, a developer of a new breed of unified, networked security solutions, recently released the NLSS Gateway 2.3, the newest version of the award-winning NLSS Gateway that includes thepower of a customised management tool, and NextMobile, a mobile application that allows users to view and manage video on supported mobile devices. The unified solutions from Next Level i...

The NICE integrated security portfolio enables organisations to manage and control the complete incident lifecycle NICE is showcasing its market-leading integrated security solutions in booth #6087 at ISC West 2012, taking place March 28-30 at the Sands Convention Center in Las Vegas. The NICE integrated security portfolio enables organisations to efficiently and intelligently manage and control the complete incident lifecycle; addressing security, safety and operational...

The aptiQ Alliance Programme helps make smart card-based access control integration open Ingersoll Rand Security Technologies, a leading global provider of security and safety solutions and manufacturer of Schlage contactless smart credentials and readers, introduced its new aptiQ Alliance Program that will bring together global companies to create a technology alliance that makes smart card-based access control integration open. Officially introduced at the ISC West Expositio...

Verint experienced yoy and sequential revenue growth in both the enterprise and security intelligence markets Verint® Systems Inc., a global leader in Actionable Intelligence® solutions and value-added services, recently announced results for the quarter and full year ended January 31, 2012. “We are pleased with our fourth quarter non-GAAP revenue of $219 million, up from $187 million in the fourth quarter of the prior year. We experienced year-over-year and seq...

The SAFE Analytics Suite enables end-users to prepare for risks before they occur At ISC West 2012, Quantum Secure is introducing SAFE Analytics Suite, a bundle of new software modules to enable end-users to prepare for risks or even prevent risk-based events before they occur. The new modules enhance Quantum Secure's SAFE enterprise software suite, which manages identities and physical access across enterprise-wide disparate physical security infrastructure to streamline proc...

Quantum's presence at ISC West also includes participation in several education sessions on topics Quantum Secure, the leading provider of enterprise software for managing physical identity and access management is participating in the Smart Card Alliance Technology Pavilion at ISC West. Quantum Secure will showcase the ability of its software to grant/revoke physical access based on ICAM policies and workflows, along with the automation of the credentialing process with role-...

The latest version of OnSSI's flagship Ocularis IP video and security platform will be featured at ISC West OnSSI is celebrating 10 years of technology innovation at ISC West. The market leader in open-architecture, intelligent IP video surveillance software is also highlighting new technology to set the stage for the next 10 years, including a breakthrough in high-definition (HD) video content delivery that provides access to smooth, full-frame-rate video from multiple HD or...

OnSS's Ocularis now includes high-performance storage, longer video retention and IP video interface OnSSI's Ocularis open-architecture, intelligent IP video platform now benefits from partnership with several new third party technologies that bring more options and capabilities to Ocularis users. New partnership offerings featured at ISC West include high-performance storage, longer video retention times, video interface with attached IP appliances, the ability to captu...

North American Video reports strong customer activity in the IP video segment North American Video (NAV) is off to a strong start in 2012, the company reported. With numerous large projects currently in progress, as well as several more in the pipeline, NAV reports strong customer activity in the gaming, higher education, financial services and corporate vertical market segments. Since the acquisition of Nexus Technologies in August of last year, the company has also experienc...

Morse Watchmans will exhibit both the KeyWatcher Illuminated and KeyWatcher Touch systems at ISC West New product innovations in Morse Watchmans’ line of key control and asset management systems are headlining the company’s exhibit at ISC West 2012. Features such as the time-saving KeyAnywhere and KeyFind capability as well as a professional-grade touch screen LCD are highlights of the new KeyWatcher Touch system, while design and network flexibility are featured i...

Morse Watchmans has added the newest technology to it’s KeyWatcher Touch key control and asset management system to create a more powerful enterprise-level system. Advanced features that deliver a robust, state-of-the-art solution include the capability for integration of up to 10 locations; common usage of databases and programming; instrument-grade touch screen LCD display; KeyAnywhere to allow the return of any key to any KeyWatcher cabinet in the system; and KeyFind to quickly find a s...

Only pre-authorised users can access the tamper-resistant KeyWatcher cabinet At 2012’s ISC West, Morse Watchmans is demonstrating it’s innovative key control and asset management solutions including the industry-leading KeyWatcher Illuminated system. The automated system addresses security issues related to the management and control of keys, credit cards and other valuable items that need to be accounted for and secured when not in use. Only pre-authorised u...

Dortronics' new 5278 Series of proximity activated switches help users maintain a sanitary environment Dortronics Systems, Inc. today at ISC West unveiled its new 5278 series of proximity activated switches with industry-leading functionality and design to help users maintain a sanitary environment. The economical solution for touchless ingress/egress utilises optical infrared technology, allowing a simple wave of the hand to activate the switch. “When utilised wit...