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Johnson Controls launches PowerG + for smart security at ISC West 2025

Johnson Controls, the pioneer for smart, healthy and sustainable buildings, announced the introduction of PowerG +, the next generation of trusted PowerG technology. PowerG + adds new, in-demand features atop PowerG's strong foundational capabilities to power the next generation of security and home automation. Modern security protocols “PowerG + uplevels our proprietary wireless technology, helping us meet the evolving needs of dealers and end users while raising the bar for modern sec...

System Surveyor certification: enhance security expertise

System Surveyor has launched its free online System Surveyor Certification Program, available 24/7 for system integrators, security and IoT professionals. The program helps users master the company's site survey and system design software and create accurate survey layouts for proposals, documentation and bill of material reports. Visual collaboration simplified "Our video-based Certification Program helps our software users to become more proficient with site surveys and system design," said...

Access control revolution: Mercury at ISC West 2024

Mercury Security, the pioneer in open architecture access control hardware, returns to ISC West to highlight a new addition to their industry-defining controller platform—the Mercury embedded application environment, an open platform that enables technology partners and OEMs to develop and deploy custom applications directly on Mercury MP Controllers. “We have a lot of exciting things happening at Mercury, and a dedicated booth at ISC West is the perfect place to showcase them,...

dormakaba EntriWorX launch at ISC West 2025

dormakaba is expanding EntriWorX™ with the North American launch of EntriWorX Planner and the introduction of new technology to advance the EntriWorX Insights platform. dormakaba will demonstrate these updates at booth #20007 during the International Security Conference and Exposition (ISC) West 2025 in Las Vegas (March 31 - April 4). Digital environment “We are continually refining EntriWorX to meet the dynamic needs of our customers today,” said Matt Therrien, Associate Vi...

dormakaba EasyAssist: Swing door operator for ISC West 2025

dormakaba's upcoming EasyAssist™ low energy swing door operator makes entrances more accessible, convenient, and hygienic – with lower costs and time savings from planning to installation. dormakaba will preview EasyAssist at booth #20007 during the International Security Conference and Exposition (ISC) West 2025 in Las Vegas (March 31 - April 4). Operating modes and functions EasyAssist can be used in offices, medical practice buildings, hotels, retail stores, and schools Thanks...

Advanced ID security with Regula's database

Regula, a global developer of forensic devices and identity verification solutions, now has 15,000 templates in its identity document template database, the most comprehensive in the world.  This significant update ensures that businesses and government agencies around the globe can verify the latest IDs, including the most advanced biometric documents, with the highest accuracy. Global ID verification simplified Incorporating ID templates from 251 countries and territories and capable o...

Innovative Entrance Solutions by Boon Edam

Boon Edam Inc., a global pioneer in physical security entrance products, is raising the bar for security entrances at ISC West 2025.  Unveiling the latest advancements and expanded service offerings at stand #23075. This year’s showcase includes expanded service offerings, advanced entrance solutions, and new technology integrations that reinforce Boon Edam’s commitment to securing facilities across industries. Building resilient security solutions “At Boon Edam, we rec...

Channel Partner Program by LocklyPRO at ISC West 2025

LocklyPRO, the commercial division of Lockly®, and a pioneer in future-proof total-access solutions, announced it will showcase its latest offerings at ISC West 2025. Which includes the availability of its Visage Zeno Series facial recognition smart lock for the distributor market. Seamless and secure access Visage Zeno Series smart lock is designed to enhance security and efficiency with advanced facial recognitionThe company will also tout its new Channel Partner Program, an in-house se...

dormakaba Innovations at ISC West 2025: Access solutions

dormakaba will present its latest developments and innovations in access solutions at the International Security Conference and Exposition (ISC) West 2025, the pioneering security trade event in the U.S., in Las Vegas (March 31-April 4). In booth #20007, dormakaba is showcasing its portfolio of layered security solutions, emphasising how flexible, scalable offerings secure every access point from perimeter to interior. Integration of solutions dormakaba will highlight the seamless integration...

Alfred's Interconnect Kit: Revolutionising smart locks

Alfred International, a pioneer in smart lock solutions, is unveiling the new Interconnect Kit, an industry-first solution that enables any Alfred smart deadbolt to function as a code-compliant interconnect lock with single-motion egress functionality, ideal for both retrofit and new installs. With no comparable solution on the market, the Interconnect Kit instantly makes Alfred’s entire smart lock lineup viable in multi-family, single-family, rental, and commercial properties where lock...

Charles Andrews joins Gunnebo as Chief Financial Officer

Gunnebo Entrance Control is pleased to announce the appointment of Charles Andrews as its new Chief Financial Officer (CFO) and a key member of the senior executive team. With a strong track record in financial leadership across global businesses, Charles will oversee the company’s Finance, IT, and PMO functions worldwide, playing a pivotal role in executing Gunnebo Entrance Control’s strategic vision and driving sustainable growth. Innovation and operational excellence Says Charl...

dormakaba profit surge in H1 2024/25 financial report

dormakaba announces that it is expecting to report a significant increase in reported operating profit (EBIT, Earnings before interest and taxes) and net profit for the first half-year 2024/25 for the period ending 31 December 2024 relative to the period ending 31 December 2023.  Net sales and adjusted EBITDA margin are expected to be in line with 2024/25 full-year guidance. Profit hike The significant increase in reported operating profit and net profit is attributable to lower restruct...

Codelocks free training: Electronic locks on fire doors

Codelocks is taking its free expert training on the road early in 2025, starting in Rugby, Warwickshire, on Thursday, 13th February. The training session is on Mastering Electronic Lock Installation for Timber Fire Doors and features the practical installation of Codelocks’ CL5010 Lock and FireKit in the Master Locksmith’s Association's superb training lab. Latest developments in CE Marking Attendees will also receive valuable updates on the latest developments in CE Marking...

Enhanced privacy with CL5000 DND locks by Codelocks

Codelocks has extended its CL5000 electronic lock range with new Do Not Disturb (DND) models. The new CL5000 DND electronic locks prevent interruptions and unwanted access to locations where controlled privacy is important for people’s comfort and confidence. The new CL5000 DND electronic locks are particularly suitable for private spaces such as meeting rooms, consulting rooms, toilets and changing rooms. Locks Do Not Disturb feature The locks Do Not Disturb feature is activa...

Schlage smart lock innovations at CES 2025

Schlage, a trusted pioneer in home security and access solutions for over a century, announced its latest breakthroughs in smart lock technology at the 2025 Consumer Electronics Show (CES): the Schlage Sense Pro™ Smart Deadbolt and the Schlage Arrive™ Smart WiFi Deadbolt. Set to transform home access with its cutting-edge innovation, the Schlage Sense Pro™ Smart Deadbolt, which will feature Matter-over-Thread, delivers a hands-free unlocking experience...

Onity expands partnership with Extra Space Storage

Onity, a global pioneer in electronic access solutions and mobile credentialing and a Honeywell brand, announces the expansion of its partnership with Extra Space Storage, Inc., the largest self-storage company in the United States. Onity and Extra Space Storage are advancing storage unit access across the country with next-generation mobile access technology, allowing customers to enter storage units quickly and safely without a traditional lock and key.  Onity's Passport locking solutio...

Gunnebo acquires WITTKOPP for high-security growth

Gunnebo Safe Storage AB, a global provider of certified physical security solutions, is pleased to announce the acquisition of WITTKOPP, a renowned German manufacturer with a 167-year legacy in high-security lock systems. The strategic acquisition strengthens Gunnebo Safe Storage’s high-security lock portfolio, supporting continued innovation and product development as well as expanding the customer network globally. Portfolio of high-security locks WITTKOPP, headquartered in Velbert,...

Codelocks CL5000 DND: Enhanced privacy locks

Codelocks has extended its CL5000 electronic lock range with a new Do Not Disturb (DND) range. The new CL5000 DND range prevents interruptions and unwanted access to locations where controlled privacy is important for user comfort and confidence. The new CL5000 DND range is particularly suitable for private spaces such as nursing mother’s rooms – a legal requirement for employers in the U.S. – spaces for prayer and therapy, washrooms, and changing rooms. Ideal acces...

Codelocks NetCode: Future of access control solutions

2025 marks the half-way point of the decade and over ten years since they introduced the flagship Codelocks NetCode® Technology. The innovative, award-winning technology has driven a lot of the growth and change at Codelocks since its introduction. This got them to thinking; what will be the direction of travel for access control over the next 10 years? NetCode® didn’t emerge out of nowhere 10 years ago. It was intentionally developed to meet the demand for greater control and th...

ASSA ABLOY's mobile unlocking innovation wins award

ASSA ABLOY’s innovative new mobile access solution has won yet another prestigious industry award. At October’s Detektor International Awards, ABLOY CUMULUS received the 2024 prize for Innovative Achievement in IoT & Security.  Secure mobile unlocking Chosen from among hundreds of products reviewed over the year by Detektor experts, ABLOY CUMULUS "streamlines access management with encrypted mobile credentials, eliminating key management hassles. Its robust, customisable...

Morse Watchman's KeyWatcher for hospitality innovation

Morse Watchmans, the industry pioneer in key control and asset management systems, is demonstrating its innovative KeyWatcher® solutions at The Hospitality Show kicking at the Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Centre in San Antonio. Attendees can visit Booth 735 to explore how KeyWatcher Touch systems can help hospitality owners and operators streamline key control, improve security, and enhance operational efficiency. KeyWatcher system "Our KeyWatcher system has proven to be a game-changer fo...

Centrios access control: Canada's new security solution

Centrios, a new brand from the pioneer in opening solutions – ASSA ABLOY, makes its Canadian debut at Canasa Security Canada. The new access control platform comprised of an intuitive and easy-to-use mobile app, web interface, locks, and readers were developed to address the needs of the small business market. Centrios lock reader With Centrios, business operators can quickly and intuitively manage scheduled access and retrieve access reporting for employees and visitors across multiple...

Kwikset launches Halo Select smart door lock in UK

Kwikset®, a trusted pioneer in residential security and a registered trademark of ASSA ABLOY Americas Residential Inc., an ASSA ABLOY Group Company, announced the upcoming launch of Halo Select, a smart door lock designed to provide a convenient and versatile security solution for the home. Halo Select stands out by offering both Wi-Fi and Matter built-in for homeowners seeking flexible, reliable, and integrated smart home security. Choose the connection method that suits the best, and easi...

NetCode Technology enhances Codelocks KL1200

Codelocks has added the KitLock by Codelocks KL1200 NetCode® electronic locker lock to its KitLock range, to provide flexible, temporary access for heavy-duty, high-use environments where additional robustness is required. It is particularly suitable for self-service locations, storage facilities, and lockers, for granting temporary access to event and school lockers, and storage areas in holiday rental homes as the addition of Codelocks NetCode® Technology allows the owner or mana...

Gasket importance in enclosure manufacturing

The shift to renewable energy is here, and with it comes valuable infrastructure that needs protecting. Rain, dust, and other environmental factors are constant threats to outdoor equipment, and a quality gasket could be the difference between safe energy storage systems and costly damage. Along with their sealing benefits, gaskets also provide vibration resistance and improve a door’s structural integrity. This keeps enclosures quiet and safe, no matter how much the internal machine...

Corbin Russwin locks with visual indicators at GSX 2024

Corbin Russwin, an ASSA ABLOY Group brand, will proudly showcase its enhanced portfolio of locks featuring visual status indicators at the Global Security Exchange (GSX) from September 23-25, 2024, in Orlando, FL. These innovative locks offer instant visual verification of whether a door is locked or unlocked, addressing security, safety and privacy needs across various applications. Extended portfolio of locks "The newly extended portfolio of Corbin Russwin locks with visual status indicator...

Corbin Russwin electronic access control solutions at GSX 2024

Corbin Russwin, an ASSA ABLOY Group brand, is displaying a comprehensive portfolio of innovative electronic access control and mechanical hardware solutions in Booth #1434. These innovations address the evolving security needs of modern facilities, emphasising safety, efficiency, and user experience. Innovations in access control “Our latest innovations in access control and status indicators reflect Corbin Russwin’s dedication to exceed the evolving security, safety and privacy n...

SARGENT showcases new locks at GSX 2024

SARGENT, an ASSA ABLOY Group brand, is set to showcase its newly expanded lineup of locks featuring visual status indicators at the Global Security Exchange (GSX) in booth 1434. These innovative locks provide instant visual verification of door status, enhancing security, safety, and privacy while delivering robust, enduring protection across diverse applications. Innovative door control solutions "This advanced offering of locks with visual status indicators is testimony to SARGENT’s c...

SARGENT showcases security innovations at GSX 2024

SARGENT, an ASSA ABLOY Group brand, is displaying its latest innovations and product enhancements at the Global Security Exchange (GSX) 2024 in Booth #1434. Highlights include an expanded suite of locks with visual status indicators, newly enhanced integrated mechanical and electronic access control solutions, and mortise locks with Motorised Electric Latch Retraction (MELR). Door control solutions "Our commitment to innovation drives us to continuously expand and improve our product offering...

Comcast smart access control solutions from Brivo

Comcast Smart Solutions, a division of Comcast Cable that specialises in smart technologies for businesses and communities, expanded its offerings to include smart access control. Comcast Smart Solutions is now offering cutting-edge smart access management solutions to its customers from Brivo, a global pioneer in cloud-based access control and physical security technologies. Advanced control panels Comcast Smart Solutions clients have access to a broader suite of keys that help provide secur...

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