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The UK’s pioneering Perimeter Intrusion Detection manufacturer Harper Chalice announces it is combining product lines, brands and organisation with fellow Vitaprotech company Hirsch for their UK and Export business activities. The Hirsch product range of high security Physical Access Control, Video, Analytics, and Security Monitoring, Command & Control solutions combined with Harper Chalice’s lineup of National Protective Security Authority approved perimeter intrusion detection solutions represent the UK’s most complete range of physical security solutions.  Range of high-security solutions Hirsch product range of high security Physical Access Control, Video, Analytics, and Security Monitoring “The Harper Chalice name has a long and respected history within the perimeter intrusion market here in the UK. Since our acquisition by Vitaprotech back in 2023, we have taken huge strides to develop the business both here in the UK and overseas," said Adam O’Reilly, Managing Director of Hirsch in the UK. “This combination of our business activities and name change represents much more than a rebrand - it marks the beginning of an exciting new chapter. We’ll continue our development and offer a more comprehensive and innovative range of high security solutions to our customers." Excellence in the high-security market O’Reilly added: "By combining our shared high-security expertise and brand credibility, we are reinforcing our shared commitment to excellence in the high-security market on both sides of the Atlantic." "The scale of Hirsch worldwide will allow us to accelerate our investment in products, offer local-time technical support across multiple time zones, providing more value to our customers and a greater range of solutions for our partners to provide to the market.” Integrated suite of security solutions Harper-Chalice products will be sold and supported across the Americas, and current reach across Europe The combination delivers significant benefits to customers throughout the UK as well as the Americas, as Harper-Chalice products will be sold and supported across the Americas as well as their current reach across Europe and the Middle East. The full range of products provide an integrated suite of security solutions tailored to the most demanding environments which builds upon both companies prestigious place as security providers to some of the most secure locations in both the USA and the UK. High security solutions in the UK Thibaut Galland, UK COO for Vitaprotech, will be the business pioneer for the combined Hirsch UK company, in addition to his role as Managing Director of TDSi. Mr. Galland commented: “This evolution underscores our dedication to providing a complete portfolio of world-class high security solutions in the UK. We believe that this change will put us in a stronger position for the future leveraging our combined strengths to deliver even greater value to our clients.” Product range and technological innovation The move marks the first stage of planned strategic changes within the Vitaprotech Group since its acquisition of Hirsch back in September 2024 and enhances the Groups offering both in the UK and USA, ensuring expanded access to enterprise-scale, high-security solutions. Current Harper Chalice customers can expect the same level of support and reliability under the new Hirsch name, with the added advantage of an enhanced product range and technological innovation.

The CNI Security Group will be holding its next event at Guildhall London, on Wednesday 26th February.  Beginning at 10.00 am, the day is entitled, ‘Is AI the future of security?’ and will concentrate on AI (Artificial Intelligence) and the extent of its application within real end-user case studies.  AI in CNI security With technology examples and seminars from a host of expert speakers, including Pauline Norstrom FRSA, FIoD, FBCS, Founder and CEO - Anekanta®AI, Anekanta®Consulting and Non-Executive Director – BSIA, and Andy Schofield, CTO at Reliance and the Chair of the Special Interest Group (SIG) for AI & Biometrics at the BSIA, attendees will hear different perspectives on the applicability of AI in the CNI (Critical National Infrastructure) security sector, while gaining valuable insights into the latest developments and available technologies.   Hosted by each of the CNI Security Group’s manufacturer members, integrated product solutions will be discussed to provide invaluable security technology information applicable for high security, CNI, and Government end-users, consultants, and system designers. End-to-end AI solutions The event promotes the CNI Security Group’s initiative, underpinned by world-class experience from technology Aimed at providing fully integrated, secure, and futureproofed end-to-end AI solutions, the event promotes the CNI Security Group’s initiative, underpinned by world-class experience from technology members barox, Nedap, ISM, and Harper Chalice - alongside guest partners Dallmeier & Commend.   At the event, member manufacturer stands will display a mix of class-pioneering equipment specifically chosen to meet the demanding needs of AI applications, and will include surveillance cameras, industrial ethernet switches, analytics, access control, and perimeter intrusion detection systems. Sharing real-world view “I am delighted to announce that our next event with focus on AI, a topic that is very much ‘front and forward’ when it comes to designing more sophisticated, efficient systems of the future, without compromise on security,” says Sara Fisher, barox International Market Development Specialist. “We have a fabulous line-up of speakers, including end users, who will be sharing with attendees their real-world view of AI deployment in practice - addressing the benefits, considerations, and challenges faced when designing and utilising the technology." AI in practice "Alongside a unique insight, they will promote a debate on the big question of whether there is a place for AI in CNI and high-security applications." “We’re also looking forward to welcoming both Commend and Dallmeier as guest partners to this AI-focused event.”

Integrated Access Control and Security manufacturer - TDSi announces it will be joining forces with fellow Vitaprotech Group companies - Harper Chalice, PRYSM, and Hirsch for its forthcoming appearance at Intersec 2025, which takes place from 14th – 16th January in Dubai, UAE. The combined stand, S3 B32, will offer visitors a comprehensive insight into the best access control, perimeter intrusion detection, and intelligent monitoring solutions. Secure access control Thibaut Galland, Vitaprotech Group’s Chief Operating Officer (COO) for the UK commented, "TDSi has been a fixture at Intersec in Dubai for many years, showcasing the best in secure access control with a well-deserved reputation for technical excellence and outstanding service." He adds, "With our group members working in close collaboration to deliver the best-integrated security solutions on the market, this event is the ideal opportunity for visitors to meet the Harper Chalice, PRYSM, and Hirsch teams, who will be providing expert assistance and advice on specific security requirements and projects, all in one place." GARDiS v3.0 GARDiS is perfect for any secure access control application, including ACaaS and easily adapting access control TDSi will be discussing the latest and largest upgrade to its GARDiS Software platform, GARDiS v3.0, and giving visitors to Intersec the first preview of its extensively expanded features list. The company will also be on hand to talk about its extensive range of GARDiS hardware, which delivers a highly scalable browser-based solution that utilises browser-based software for ease of installation and use. GARDiS is perfect for any secure access control application, including Access Control as a Service (ACaaS), and easily adapting access control to the security needs of a rapidly evolving world. TriSecure solution, AppVision™ Hypervision platform Meanwhile, Harper Chalice is set to showcase its products, including the NPSA (CPNI) approved TriSecure solution, which combines FenceSecure PIDS and PulseSecure electric fence, along with the NPSA (CPNI) approved HatchSecure detection system. PRYSM will present its AppVision™ Hypervision platform, designed for security, safety, and technical management systems. Open, scalable, and neutral, it ensures the integration and management of equipment and applications within a single interface, no matter the project’s size or complexity. ScrambleFactor SF.3 Reader Hirsch’s solutions are designed for the most secure facilities and span physical access control New Vitaprotech members Hirsch will showcase its range of Secure Access Control Units and Readers, including the award-winning ScrambleFactor SF.3 Reader. Hirsch’s solutions are designed for the most secure facilities and span physical access control, video intelligence, and identity and smart card reader solutions. Intersec 2025 Intersec 2025 follows on from the event’s celebration of 25 years of success in 2024, where it attracted over 47,000 trade buyers from 141 countries, drawing in visitors from the Middle East and well beyond to see the latest and best in security solutions. TDSi, Harper Chalice, PRYSM, and Hirsch will appear at Intersec 2025, on Stand S3 B32, at the Dubai World Trade Centre from 14th – 16th January 2025.