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Broadband Security Centre (BBSC) in the UK supplies and installs wireless systems combining alarm, safety, home automation and cameras, all connected to its alert receiving centre. As part of its broad offering, BBSC sells and supports Visonic PowerMax home security systems and the Visonic PowerLink Internet-based solution for advanced home security and control. When Visonic launched its second generation PowerLink2 solution, in May 2010, BBSC was excited to offer...

  Rob Clark brings a proven pedigree in IP video surveillance to his new role at TDSi as Business Development ManagerTDSi, a global leader in access control systems for all sizes of businesses and organisations has recruited three new members to its UK team. Rob Clark joins as Business Development Manager for the company's VUgarde IP video surveillance solution, Francesca Wilkey is appointed to the role of Customer Care Advisor, supporting TDSi's partners, resellers and end-users, and...

Constructioline saves time and money of procurement teams belonging to private or public sector G4S Technology, a leading security solutions provider, has been awarded accreditation to Constructionline, the UK's largest Government-owned register of approved contractors and consultants for the construction industry.Constructionline saves private and public sector procurement teams' time and money by eliminating duplication of multiple PQQs for each project and only sourcing from a list of pre-qu...

 Sir William also joined key IBEX staff to discuss ideas on better security managementGallagher's association with the Indian government and business community is extremely positive following a recent visit to Gujarat by Gallagher CEO, Sir William Gallagher. That's according to IBEX Gallagher Manager, NV Gautham, who recently hosted the New Zealand businessman in India. Sir William was a key speaker at the Fire & Security Association of India (Gujarat Chapter) seminar on Emerging Trends...

Bosch Security Systems, Inc. announced that its D7412GV3-USA and D9412GV3-USA Control Panels and the D1255-USA keypad now comply with the Buy America Act. This status provides Bosch dealers with more opportunities to use these products in applications that call for compliance.With robust features that include NIST Certified Rijndael Encryption, GV3 is the product of choice for many commercial, military and government installations. It is the newest release in Bosch's popular G Series line and of...

   The webinar is tailored to those responsible for securing perimeters and tracking the movements of individuals Videxwill be hosting a free educational webinar, "Critical Security for Critical Infrastructure," on Wednesday, September 28. The webinar is tailored to those responsible for securing perimeters and tracking the movements of individuals at power stations, nuclear plants, telecom and electric transmission sites. The webinar will demonstrate how CyberLockcan...

ASSA ABLOY  showcased its full spectrum of products that accommodate today's need for on-the-go securityASSA ABLOY, the global leader in door opening solutions, has showcased its full spectrum of products that accommodate today's need for on-the-go security. New innovations include: mobile keys that turn smart phones into access credentials, standalone locks that communicate their status to any web-enabled device, eCylinders that instantly add electronic access control to any opening, l...

 Aperio offers easy integration with most manufacturers' electronic access control systemsAt ASIS 2011, ASSA ABLOY showcased its Aperio wireless technology deployed across a broad range of locking solutions. Aperio wireless technology is available in the SARGENT Profile Series and Incepta Series locks, Adams Rite eForce narrow stile locks, Medeco eCylinders, and HES cabinet locks.Aperio is a global, wireless platform that provides an easy, affordable way to connect additional openings to a...

 The event also illustrated the issues surrounding security within the museum sectorASSA ABLOY Access Control and HID Global have presented the latest revolutionary thinking in access control and security at a dedicated event, held at the prestigious Wallace Collection in Central London. The event, attended by high profile representatives including National History Museum and BT, offered key insights into the latest trends within the security industry, alongside focused presentations on se...

OneFacility aids in improving visitor's experiences, increasing site security, etc. G4S Security Solutions, a global provider of comprehensive security solutions combining technology, manpower and innovation, introduced the OneFacility software suite at ASIS International in Orlando, Florida. Five interactive seminars in booth #3325 featured OneFacility and its capabilities of improving visitors' experiences, increasing site security as well as supporting audit and compliance mandates for com...

IndigoVision, leading manufacturer of end-to-end IP Video security solutions, releases a new integration module for Software House C•CURE 9000 access control. This supports C•CURE 9000 versions 2.0 and 2.01 and has been tested and certified by Software House for use with SMS 4, IndigoVision's Security Management System platform. This integration allows events and alarms from C•CURE 9000 systems to be sent across the IP network to ‘Control Center', IndigoVision's Video Manage...

The sensor can measure and analyse the impact on the security fence when disturbed The first installation of the Gallagher D21 Sensors at a correctional facility in Indiana, USA has been completed successfully. The D21 Disturbance Sensor, which is offered as part of the Gallagher perimeter security solution, can measure and analyze the impact on the security fence when disturbed. The sensor only proceeds to signal an alarm event when certain limits are exceeded, preventing any nuisance or "...

Lee will be working to provide access control sales support and promote Mul-T-Lock's access control portfolioHigh security locking specialists, Mul-T-Lock has appointed a dedicated Sales Manager for access control, with a brief to further develop the company's growing range of electronic security products in the UK.Lee Howard joins Mul-T-Lock, bringing a wealth of product and market experience, having most recently worked as Area Sales Manager for Elbene Security & Fire products, working cl...

APT Skidata, the UK's leading parking specialist, has further enhanced its portfolio of parking technologies with the introduction of a new long-range Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) tag and reader solution to complement its existing Automatic Number Plate Recognition (ANPR) capabilities. Nigel Young, Sales Director at APT Skidata, says that there is a clear need for such technologies in applications where ANPR may not be cost-effective or practical to install and manage: "A low-cost...

The joint solution offers customers a complete easy-to-use access control systemASSA ABLOY, the global leader in door opening solutions, and Open Options, Inc., a technology-based access control and software development company, announce the integration of Open Options' DNA Fusion™ with ASSA ABLOY'S range of Aperio™ wireless locks. The joint solution offers customers a complete yet easy-to-use access control system, seamlessly combining the flexibility of ASSA ABLOY'S Aperio wi...

 Next Level will be supporting Mercury Powered Aperio productsASSA ABLOY, the global leader in door opening solutions, and Next Level Security Systems, a developer of a new breed of unified, networked security solutions, announce the integration of the NLSS Gateway with ASSA ABLOY'S range of Aperio™ wireless locks. Next Level will be supporting Mercury Powered Aperio products, making integration into Mercury-based access control systems seamless. The award-winning NLSS Gateway i...

Facilities that employ the OnGuard can easily extend access control to opening using WiFiASSA ABLOY, the global leader in door opening solutions, has received Lenel factory certification. Facilities that employ the OnGuard® can now easily extend access control to any opening using WiFi and Power-over-Ethernet (PoE) locks from ASSA ABLOY Group brands CORBIN RUSSWIN and SARGENT. The CORBIN RUSSWIN and SARGENT IP-enabled products lower the total cost of ownership by utilising open-standard...

The Aperio Locks will integrate with all four versions of the Symmetry systemASSA ABLOY, the global leader in door opening solutions, and AMAG Technology, the market leader in the design and manufacture of fully integrated access control and IP video security solutions around the world, announce the integration of AMAG Technology's Symmetry™ Security Management System with ASSA ABLOY'S range of Aperio™ wireless locks. AMAG Technology's Windows-based Symmetry Security Managemen...

The brochure displays the company's complete 4000 series of door interlock and mantrap control productsDortronics Systems, Inc. debuts USB packaged brochure at ASIS featuring the full line of door interlock and mantrap control products including the 4300, 4700 and 4900 series along with the 5277 series of illuminated door control switches, plus basic system drawings and operation and a checklist for system configuration. The new information displays Dortronics' complete 4000 series of door...

Dortronics also unveiled electronic USB product brochure for door interlock and mantrap control applications At ASIS 2011 conference and tradeshow, Dortronics Systems, Inc. featured its latest product and support solutions. The company showcased their new 4300 Series, a low cost control solution for standard two door applications, and a newly developed electronic USB product brochure that provides a convenient reference to help guide integrators in selecting the best product solution for door...

 The golf day was well supported with over 70 players representing friends and business associates of VidexThe annual Videx Charity Golf Day held at Old Fold Golf Course, Hadley Wood raised over £10500 for the Bobath Centre for Children with Cerebral Palsy.  The golf day was extremely well supported with over 70 players representing friends and business associates of Videx Security turning out for the popular event.Robert O'Neil from GK Locksmiths had a fantastic d...

The new single door controllers simplify access control system scalabilityHoneywell recently released several software enhancements to its widely used Pro-Watch® security management system that allow organisations to more easily add doors to their access control systems. By using a new Power-over-Ethernet (PoE) single-door controller, organisations can add one door at a time to an existing Pro-Watch system, which makes the technology more suitable for companies looking for a cost-effective...

EIM analyses patterns and trends that impact claims across an entire organisation G4S Compliance & Investigations, Inc. (G4S), a global leader in investigations, is showcasing its new Enterprise Investigation Management (EIM) solution at ASIS International in Orlando, Florida. EIM is a revolutionary and effective new approach to resolving risk challenges by analyzing patterns and trends that impact claims across an entire organisation. EIM meets the unique needs of risk managers with pers...

 The new platform of Yale locks come in durable acrylic touchscreen or simple,  tamper-resistant keypad Yale Locks & Hardware, an ASSA ABLOY Group company and a world leader in door hardware for residential and commercial applications, is showcasing the company's first deadbolt and lever locks specifically designed for intelligent/digital home integration at ASIS 2011. These new locks are the first in the Yale Real Living portfolio of home control and security solutions. Avai...

  Market leading security protection by the G4S LoneProtector solution G4S Security Solutions, LLC (G4S), the premier provider of advanced monitoring services, now offers a new lone worker protection solution as part of its comprehensive suite of products, services and technology. The new solution, called LoneProtector?, is being showcased at the G4S booth (#3325) at the ASIS International show in Orlando, Florida. “With the number of lone workers ri...

 Aperio wireless locks integrate with RS2's powerful Access It! line of access control softwareASSA ABLOY, the global leader in door opening solutions, and RS2 Technologies, a technology-driven manufacturer of cutting-edge access management hardware and software, announce the integration of RS2 Technologies with ASSA ABLOY'S range of Aperio™ wireless locks. Aperio wireless locks integrate with RS2's powerful Access It!® line of access control software, which includes Access It...

A new multi-page brochure available at ASIS incorporates the Dortronics 4300 series Dortronics Systems, Inc. announces expansion of its line of door interlock and mantrap control products to include the New 4300 Series, a low-cost base model configured for standard two-door applications. A new multi-page brochure available at ASIS incorporates the Dortronics 4300 series along with the company's 4700 and 4900 series to provide customers a complete selection of door- control products ranging from...

G4S displayed transformational security solutions combining manpower, technology and innovationG4S, a global provider of comprehensive security solutions, unveiled its newest proprietary technology, showcasing its comprehensive services and featuring its top-ranked officers and management at ASIS International (booth #3325). Visitors experienced the future of the security industry as G4S presented transformational and revolutionary security solutions combining manpower, technology and innovat...

 Aperio will integrate with MAXXESS's eAXxess and Efusion Event Management Software packagesASSA ABLOY, the global leader in door opening solutions, and MAXXESS Systems, a long-time leader in traditional access control, announce the integration of MAXXESS Systems with ASSA ABLOY'S range of Aperio™ wireless locks in the United States. Specifically, Aperio will integrate with MAXXESS's eAXxess™ and Efusion Event Management Software packages. eAXxess is a powerful security mana...

 The HES 8500 Series Electric Strike is a high-quality access control solution for mortise lockAt ASIS 2011, HES is showcasing the new 8500 Series, the first concealed electric strike to release mortise locksets. This innovative, labor-saving design requires no cutting of the frame under normal installation. The result is a fast, easy installation with a flawless finish. "Installing an electric strike for mortise locksets used to be complicated, requiring significant cutting into d...