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To meet market and customer demand, AMAG Technology is proud to announce the release of the Symmetry EN-1DBC+ Single Door Controller. The IT centric edge-network controller offers advanced functionality, reliability and cost effectiveness in the deployment of a Symmetry access control system. AMAG Technology is a security management solution provider that specialises in, end-to-end access control, IP video and intrusion management solutions for the commercial and government markets. “Cust...

The combination of HID and Microsoft solution will help customers make it easier for their users to access corporate cloud applications HID Global®, a worldwide leader in secure identity solutions, recently announced that it is collaborating with Microsoft to make enhanced cloud app security as simple and convenient as tapping a smart card to a laptop, tablet, smartphone and other NFC-based mobile devices. HID Global hosted a webinar on mobile user authentication and how H...

The event also provides the setting for ASIS Canada to present awards and acknowledgements to Canadian members ASIS International Canada officially announced that this year's Canada Night will take place on Sunday, September 27, 2015, at Café Tu Tu Tango Restaurant and Bar. Canada Night is an annual social event hosted by the ASIS Canada Night committee and supporting sponsors. This event attracts close to 1000 attendees each year, is open to all ASIS Canada and Int...

Norton, an ASSA ABLOY Group company, recently announced the introduction of the CloserPlus Ramp™ Arm for 7500 and 8000 series door closers. This innovative hold-open arm offers improved operation and 10 times greater reliability in applications where the door is pulled in and out of hold open regularly. With most hold open arms, a ball and plunger design is used. As the door opens, the ball crashes into the plunger, lifting it into place. Over time, this constant wear and tear eventually...

Suprema, a global leader in biometrics and security, announced the release of DM-20, a secure door control module designed to provide secure connection to multiple peripherals from Suprema devices. Versatility and expandability for system designers DM-20 provides BioStar 2 with versatility and expandability for system designers to design and deploy centralised access control systems. The module combined with any Suprema access control terminal can function as a secure central controller. It al...

IFSEC SEA 2015 is a highly anticipated event among industry professionals Next week, South-East Asia’s leading Security, Fire and Safety exhibition and conference, IFSEC Southeast Asia (IFSEC SEA), will open its doors from 2 - 4 September, 2015 at the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre in Malaysia. As part of the world’s leading portfolio of security, fire and safety events, IFSEC SEA 2015 is a highly anticipated event among industry professionals. “While th...

The presentations were made by Institute Chairman Garry Evanson CSyP, FSyI Recently The Security Institute (SyI) recognised the contribution of two companies and two individuals who have supported the Institute over the last few years by hosting a presentation at Westminster Abbey. The presentations were made by Institute Chairman Garry Evanson CSyP, FSyI. Firstly, SyI recognised Insafe International for their continued support to a number of Institute events including sponso...

The event raised £65 for Julia’s House and proved to be a highly enjoyable event for everyone involved The team at TDSi’s Poole headquarters has held a ‘Bake Off’ event to raise money for Dorset and Wiltshire Children's Hospices Julia's House (registered charity number 1067125). Helping the cause TDSi's Marketing Co-ordinator, Sophie Wilkins commented, “The Bake Off is the latest activity we have run to keep the fundraising momentum go...

Each security sector has a particular bias, whether it be people, assets or information. With large volumes of cash and high values of stock and assets, along with deliberately open and inviting access, retail sites can be vulnerable - appealing to criminals as much as genuine shoppers. The vital need to protect these assets makes the retail market a highly important one for the security industry. Finding the right balance of security One of the biggest challenges to providing security in the...

The products & services in areas such as energy efficiency, modern airports and baggage handling have been submitted inter airport Europe 2015, held from 6-9 October 2015, at the Munich Trade Fair Centre, will once again present Innovation Awards in the four exhibition categories interTERMINAL, interRAMP, interDATA and interDESIGN. The submission of entries from exhibiting companies at inter airport Europe 2015 is now closed. A variety of innovative products and services w...

Tyco Integrated Security (TycoIS), the leading security systems integrator, announces the availability of Kantech KT-1, a cost-effective, elegant and easy-to-install access control solution. Designed to scale for small- to medium-sized business (SMB) customers as well as enterprise customers, this single-entry controller offers the flexibility to expand with growing business security needs. The KT-1 solution is part of TycoIS’ small business value line, extending commercial-grade security...

All-over-IP Expo brings together recognised global ICT and security brands to educate local sales partners and end-customers Meeting the right people and getting hands on with the newest technology are central to the All-over-IP Expo experience. With new exhibitors joining the show in Moscow in 2015, local sales partners and end-customers have even a better opportunity. Latest innovations to be showcased In 2015, the latest innovations in video surveillance, data storage, ne...

Some 600 employees enter and leave the premises each day at the headquarters of Marc O’Polo in Stephanskirchen. Steady growth over recent years made it necessary to improve the process of access control. A system was needed that provided multiple functions and met the requirements. Marc O’Polo wanted a user-friendly system to prevent people from accessing the premises unauthorised, without causing inconvenience to employees. Flexible working hours, flexible system Flexible and vari...

Tyco Security Products, part of Tyco, the world’s largest pure-play fire protection and security company, introduces its new line-up of high-efficiency PSX Power Solutions to provide clean, uninterrupted power to iSTAR door controllers, ensuring security system integrity during power failures. With advanced monitoring and diagnostic features, these power supplies provide the ability for complete network-based health monitoring and control of the power system. Available in single and dual...

The Urmet products  has the ability to blend with the Grade II-listed architecture Urmet’s IPervoice video entry and access control solution has been installed at St Joseph’s Gate, an apartment complex located at a former foreign missionary college in Mill Hill, London. The system was chosen for the redevelopment of the Berkeley Group’s site due to its simple installation process and the ability of Urmet products to blend with the Grade II-listed archite...

GPM have supported the event by supplying comprehensive promotional media at zero cost in order to raise over £800 Celebrating Yorkshire day on Saturday 1st August and raising funds for Hearing Dogs for Deaf People charity, security industry PR & Marketing specialists, Graeme Powell Marketing (GPM), supported Lessian Motors to host the first ever Ilkley Rally and Run. On the day, participants drove their vintage, classic, and performance cars around 100 miles of...

MorphoTrak's tattoo recognition algorithm helps make the transition from keyword to automated search MorphoTrak, a U.S. subsidiary of Morpho (Safran), announced recently that MorphoTrak's tattoo recognition algorithm placed first in the Tattoo Recognition Technology - Challenge (Tatt-C) evaluation conducted by the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST). Trial examination Each trial examined a critical aspect of performance for an automated tattoo recogniti...

The combination of Guardsmark and Universal establishes the largest U.S.-owned security services company Universal Protection Service, a division of Universal Services of America and a portfolio company of Warburg Pincus and Partners Group, announced recently that it has acquired Guardsmark. The companies together create the largest U.S.-owned security company. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed. Guardsmark background Based in Memphis, Tennessee, Guardsmark is one o...

ISONAS system was well received and expanded to additional departments Moundview Memorial Hospital & Clinics meets the healthcare needs of Adams County, Wisconsin and the surrounding area. Located in the central Wisconsin Village of Friendship, surrounded by beautiful farm lands, the original hospital was dedicated in July 1959. The original hospital featured a surgery suite, maternity ward, emergency room, laboratory, x-ray room, and support services, along with a total o...

With the help of PowerNet, the company can track who entered the inner rooms of the facility and when Recovery.4.Life LLC, located in Boise, ID is a drug and alcohol rehabilitation centre with a primary focus on mental health and substance abuse treatment provided on an outpatient basis. With a goal of treating all aspects of addiction with the most advanced, industry leading and innovative treatment, Recovery.4.Life creates treatment plans for individuals tailored to the pers...

ISONAS’ Crystal Matrix software integrated with Telecenter U PA system allows immediate lock down David Long, Technology Director for Palestine Independent School District describes the ISONAS PowerNet™ Reader as the “Swiss Army Knife” of access control. David was faced with a dilemma when it came to his district’s access control system – he was tired of paying someone to service and update his old proprietary system as the districts needs e...

The ISONAS system provides ability for assigning access permissions on door-by-door basis for individuals or groups Since its establishment in 2004, Heart 'n Home Hospice & Palliative Care has optimised the quality of life for individuals in the final stages of terminal illness. Heart 'n Home has become the leading hospice provider in Idaho and Eastern Oregon, having served over 2,500 patients since opening in March of 2004. In addition to the original office in Fruitland,...

ISONAS systems ensure that only permitted personnel can access the various school buildings at appropriate times Located on a beautiful campus in the heart of England, Malvern College is a co-educational school for pupils aged 13 to 18. Founded in January 1865 with two dozen boys, half a dozen masters, and two houses, Malvern has, whilst maintaining the finest traditions, grown to provide an innovative and forward-looking education to 350 students in 45 buildings spread over 2...

The ability to provide access management capabilities on mobile devices, allows security personnel to open or lock doors remotely Chartered in 1809, Miami University of Ohio is one of the oldest public institutions in the United States. Called by Robert Frost “ the most beautiful college that ever was”, Miami U boasts multiple famous graduates in virtually all walks of life, including one President of the United States; Benjamin Harrison. The University is a reside...

The awards are a fantastic opportunity for our member companies to showcase the talents of personnel Members of the British Security Industry Association (BSIA) are being encouraged to submit their nominations for 2016’s Security Personnel Awards, with the deadline just over three months away. Awards serve contributions of security personnel These prestigious awards are presented every year in both regional and national rounds of judging. The awards serve to acknow...

Salamander fire door holders improve ventilation in the building’s corridors in case of fire emergency Geofire's Salamander range radio-controlled fire door holders have been installed at one of London’s most prestigious apartment complexes, The Whitehouse Apartments SE1, to legally hold open fire doors and improve ventilation in the building’s corridors, while protecting occupants in case of a fire emergency. The customer The Whitehouse Apartments SE1...

The paper is designed to provide the correct protocols in the destruction of sensitive items and materials The British Security Industry Association (BSIA) and its Information Destruction section are pleased to announce the publication of a white paper to be used by public sector entities. Provide correct protocols The paper is designed to be used as a guide for public sector agencies, and any organisation wishing to benchmark against that sector, to provide the correct...

Cardag is installing LEGIC transponder chips in its contactless cards With Cardag Deutschland GmbH, LEGIC welcomes another partner to its ID Network. Cardag has specialised in the development, production and sale of adaptable chip cards and works with the entire LEGIC transponder range. Cardag designs, produces and sells high-quality and long-lasting contactless and contact-based chip cards and special designs. The proprietary material compositions fulfil a wide range of cust...

De Fina also made his mark at several other companies, including Samsung-Techwin, SightLogix, and Hikvision Frank De Fina, a security executive whose career spanned more than two decades at Panasonic, died suddenly over the weekend. Since leaving Panasonic in 2008, De Fina also made his mark at several other companies, including security industry players Samsung-Techwin, SightLogix, and Hikvision, where he was employed at his death. 26 years at Panasonic A statement from...

Tyco Security Products announced recently the expansion of a strategic global partnership with Alarm.com that will enable smart interactive services for both the residential and small-to-medium commercial market. Integration with Alarm.com Alarm.com is a leading platform solution for the connected home, making connected home services broadly accessible to millions of home and business owners. With the integration of Tyco Security Products’ PowerSeries Neo system and Alarm.com’s clo...