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The global gathering at the three-day event is as impressive as ever, reinforced by 14 country pavilions The global significance of the Middle East’s security and safety market has been underlined by top German and US companies leading a large turnout of international exhibitors at Intersec 2016 next month. The 18th edition of Intersec, the world’s leading trade show for security, safety, and fire protection, will feature more than 1,200 exhibitors from 54 countri...

Rob’s appointment comes on the back of a substantial investment in the latest version of its industry leading KIS platform Former detective, Rob King has joined Bradford based Kings Security, the largest privately owned provider of security systems in the UK, to lead the rapidly growing Kings Intelligence Service (KIS) team. Rob’s appointment comes on the back of a substantial investment in the latest version of its industry leading KIS platform, which aims to...

DoorBird’s video door station lets users view who is ringing the doorbell from anywhere in the world Bird Home Automation GmbH, specialist for intelligent home automation components made in Berlin, will introduce more innovative new products and features at the upcoming Consumer Electronic Show (CES ) in Las Vegas in January 2016, the company will be demonstrating the latest advances in smart entry systems at Booth 81927, Sands Expo Center, Hall G / Level 1. New: facial...

Comelit executives showed delegates at the event how a ViP installation can have an unlimited number of stations Last month, Comelit invited installers, consultants and specifiers to a seminar about enhancements to its ViP door entry and SimpleHome home automation systems. The event was held at Old Trafford, Manchester, and included a tour of the iconic football stadium. ViP is a market-leading audio/video IP door entry and resident information solution that exploits a peer-t...

The IFSEC Smart Zone will concentrate on smart home and smart buildings IFSEC International is pleased to announce the new Smart Zone exhibition and feature area officially up and running in anticipation of the show which takes place at London’s ExCeL from 21-23 June 2016. Security systems and services are playing increasingly vital roles in building automation which makes IFSEC a strategically significant platform to present current technologies and research to the mar...

Once operational these scanners will be able to check both clients, visitors and staff for contraband Netherlands based security manufacturer, OD Security announced that they have been awarded another contract to install 2 SOTER RS Through Body Scanners, this time in Kentucky County Jails. Measures to prevent contraband The contract is to supply 1 each SOTOR RS Through Body Scanners to Puleski County Detention Center and Boyle County Detention Center in Kentucky . Once opera...

SIBA applauds balance that the Administration and Congress are trying to strike between enhancing security and benefits The Secure Identity & Biometrics Association (SIBA), a U.S. advocacy leader on identity management policy and practice, offered comments on recent security enhancements proposed for the Visa Waiver Program (VWP). The Administration and Congress are examining ways to increase the security of the VWP, which allows more than 20 million visitors from 38 diff...

The $88.3 million agreement extends a nearly two-decade relationship with the U.S. government for another five years HID Global®, a worldwide leader in secure identity solutions, has received an order from the U.S. government for the redesign, manufacture and supply of the country’s Permanent Resident Card– commonly known as the “Green Card.” The $88.3 million agreement marks the company’s largest government contract to date, extending a nearl...

ASSA ABLOY Security Doors, a UK division of ASSA ABLOY, the global leader in door opening solutions, has re-engineered its standard door leaf design to enhance aesthetics, add strength to the product and reduce environmental impact. SMARTform technology SMARTform technology enables the leaf to be formed with the same square or rebated edges found on traditional Powershield doors, while structurally benefitting from the inclusion of a full interlocking seam on all edges of the leaf. The unique...

(see bigger image) CEO Roberto Fiorentino was among a number of expert speakers, who aimed to reinforce the theme of Future Borders Experience Croma Security Solutions helped develop the new Future Borders Experience featured at the Transport Security Expo in London, and CEO Roberto Fiorentino was an expert speaker at the event (2-3 December). Representing a first for the security industry, the Future Borders Experience exhibit provided unique insight into next generatio...

ZKAccess, a leading provider of biometric and RFID security solutions, is pleased to announce the release of the LB7000, its latest access control model. This state-of-the-art “lockbox” enables Facility Managers to instantly lockdown all doors on a campus, and was designed primarily in response to the horrific rash of active shooter incidents, most notably in schools. A wall-mounted hardware device with a soft touch keypad, the LB7000 lockbox acts as a simple switch and can instantl...

The expanding range of proof of presence, brand protection and asset tracking applications add trust to NFC transactions  HID Global®, a worldwide leader in secure identity solutions, is driving innovation for securing Internet of Things (IoT) applications that are opening new opportunities across numerous markets. The company’s expanding range of proof of presence, brand protection and asset tracking applications add trust to Near Field Communications (NFC) tr...

Delta will be ZKAccess' exclusive North America partner for sale & distribution of turnstiles under “Powered by ZKAccess” brand ZKAccess, a leading provider of biometric and RFID security solutions, is pleased to announce it has officially entered into a formal manufacturing and exclusive brand partnership with Delta Turnstiles, a leading manufacturer of secured entry products and solutions. Exclusive distribution in North America Delta will continue focusing...

The announcement was made at press conference at Montecasino in Johannesburg to kick off Anviz’s entry into Southern Africa Anviz Global Inc. announced that the South Africa branch was launched on November 24, 2015 under the name Anviz SA (Pty) Ltd. The announcement was made at press conference at Montecasino in Johannesburg to kick off Anviz’s entry into Southern Africa. This provides Anviz with its first physical presence on the African continent. This move signi...

SIA Education@ISC education classes presented on topics such as wearable cameras, campus security, and IoT ISC East 2015 sponsored by the Security Industry Association (SIA), delivered a solid audience of security professionals with an 8% increase in attendance and a sold out Show floor. ISC East, the largest physical security tradeshow in the northeast, offered the security industry over 210 exhibitors, 18 SIA Education@ISC education classes and the largest Featured Product S...

The plan provides options that include biometrics equipment, mobile biometrics capability and issue smart cards Recently, the Secure Identity & Biometrics Association (SIBA), a global leader on identity management policy and practice, released a plan that lists potential actions that decision-makers might take to address the threat of terrorists posing as refugees in the wake of the Paris attacks. The list comes on the heels of news reports and information that a number of...

Goldman Sachs' credit facility allows SureID to accelerate its growth of high-assurance identity management solutions SureID, Inc., a national leader in high-assurance identity management solutions, announced recently that it has closed on a capital raise with Goldman Sachs Specialty Lending Group L.P. This credit facility allows SureID to accelerate its growth, including through expansion of high-assurance identity management solutions for consumers as well as government and...

Tyco Security Products, part of Tyco, the world’s largest pure-play fire protection and security company, announces the integration of Entertech Systems’ BioConnect identity management platform and Suprema biometric terminals with  C•10CURE 9000 security and event management solution from Software House, part of Tyco Security Products. The integration adds the full Suprema product line including the FaceStation to Tyco Security Products’ existing biometric portfolio v...

The market has vigorous economic growth, high acceptance towards biometric solutions and a demand for high-end technology Rapid economic development and increasing security concerns is turning the Middle East into a market of ‘untapped growth potential’, said the boss of one of the world’s leading providers of biometric security and access control solutions. Adopting new identification technologies Young S. Moon, Executive Vice President of Korean company S...

Show attendees are invited to stop by and demo a variety of turnstiles Orion Entrance Control, Inc., manufacturer of high-end entrance control turnstile solutions, will unveil its newest and most exciting partnerships at the ISC East 2015 security conference this November in New York City. “We’re excited to share the best in entrance control technology with our friends and colleagues attending ISC East,” said Orion ECI President and Founder Steve Caroselli....

Matrix will launch new products at IFSEC India 2015 including a biometric fingerprint based door controller Matrix will showcase it's complete portfolio of access control, time-attendance and IP video surveillance solutions at this year's IFSEC India 2015, which takes place in New Delhi between 10th - 12th December. Matrix will also launch a number of new products at the show, including a new biometric fingerprint based door controller and SATATYA SAMAS, a centralised manageme...

Flood will ensure the continued success of Integrated Biometrics partner services infrastructure Integrated Biometrics (IntegratedBiometrics.com), creator of the world’s lightest, fastest, and most innovative FBI-Certified fingerprint scanners, recently announced the addition of security industry veteran Andrew Flood to its growing team of talented professionals. Increase in mobile biometrics In his role, Flood will ensure the continued success of Integrated Biometrics...

Matrix’s new COSEC VEGA, a Wi-Fi and touchscreen based door controller, with battery backup. Key features: Access control and time-attendance Fingerprint, smart card and proximity card 3.5” TFT touch screen LCD Power over Ethernet, built-in Wi-Fi, Mobile Broadband (3G/4G) IP65 based door controller 50,000 users and 500,000 events 9600 (1:N), 100000 (1:1) fingerprint templates Battery backup for 5 to 6 hours Useful for mobile sites, school bus and other mobile application...

Transport Security Expo have brought together speaker and opinion leaders from government, industry and academia Transport Security Expo will this year be delivering more learning opportunities than ever before – and all of them will be free-to-attend for all delegates on a first-come, first-served basis. The conference and seminar sessions will cover the full range of transport security sectors – Aviation, Maritime, Rail & Public Transport, Secure Transpor...

Savvy security professionals are choosing to proactively educate themselves on biometric best practices ZKAccess, a leading provider of biometric and RFID security solutions, offers free education on the benefits, installation, operation and maintenance of biometric systems. Biometrics is here to stay and gains more notoriety each day. And with each year, biometrics becomes more comfortable and familiar to consumers. Many end users today, particularly iPhone & Galaxy phone...

FST Biometrics, the leading biometric identification solutions provider, recently announced the release of IMID Access version 3.0.7. Enhancements added to the product will result in easier administration of the system and improve the product's user experience. Features IMID Cast Realising FST Biometrics’ vision of providing secure access that does not interfere with the pace of life, IMID Access 3.0.7 features IMID Cast, which allows users more self-reliance and decreases the need for a...

The 2015 edition will be the unmissable meeting place for the whole Digital Security industry Created 30 years ago, CARTES SECURE CONNEXIONS is recognised as the global event secure solutions industry leader for payment, identification and mobility. The 2015 edition is on the theme of “Unlimited Innovation”. It illustrates perfectly the constant innovation of this industry. The event will run from the 17th - 19th of November, and will welcome 400+ exhibitors...

MorphoTrak, a U.S. subsidiary of Morpho (Safran), announced the launch of Morpho Cloud, a secure and flexible multi-biometric identification-as-a-service solution, at the Florida International Association for Identification (FDIAI) 56th annual Educational Training Conference. The conference took place in St. Petersburg, Florida, October 18 - 22, 2015. Morpho worked with Microsoft Corporation to develop a cloud service for Morpho's flagship Biometric Identification Solution (MorphoBIS). Morpho C...

This half-day meeting will provide an overview of the current use of biometrics as a part of border control The European Association for Biometrics to host an exclusive workshop on “Biometrics for Border Control: Impact of Immigration and the Mobile Society” at SMi Group’s 9th annual Border Security Conference. The highly anticipated workshop on ‘Biometrics For Border Control: Impact of Immigration and the Mobile Society’ will be taking place...

At the event, products from both international and local professional lock manufacturers will be showcased According to the investigation of China Lock Magazine, the importance of Chinese lock industry can’t be ignored now. Chinese lock industry has won 68 billion Yuan in 2014, becoming a large lock producer with the output up to 14 billion Yuan. The rise of the real estate in recent years has made China a big country of locks both in consumption and manufacturing. The...