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Abloy UK to advise on access control technology and dynamic lockdown at UK Security Expo 2017

Security expert Abloy UK is inviting visitors to Stand L19 at the UK Security Expo 2017 to discuss the latest innovations in access control technology and how compliant escape solutions can contribute to dynamic lockdown. Taking place on 29-30th November 2017 at London’s Olympia Centre, UK Security Expo is the premier global security showcase. Dynamic lockdown in terrorist risk The risk of terrorism has increased significantly in recent years, posing a security challenge for many organis...

SALTO Systems showcases Ælement Fusion and NYC XSperience Center at ISC East 2017

SALTO Systems, a manufacturer of electronic access control solutions, will showcase its latest innovations – including the sleek new Ælement Fusion reader and NYC XSperience Center – at the ISC East security conference this November in New York City, at Booth 343. Exciting new products “SALTO has many exciting products to share at ISC East that directly impact the security market,” said Michael J. Mahon, Senior Vice President Commercial Sales. “We recently o...

HID Global recognised by The Silicon Review as top upcoming cyber security solution vendor, 2017

HID Global, a trusted worldwide identity solutions provider, announced that The Silicon Review named HID as one of the top cyber security vendors to watch in 2017. HID, with offices in Silicon Valley, was recognised for its expanding presence in the cyber security market, as well as for its broad portfolio of digital identity solutions, including multi-factor authentication, digital certificates, digital and physical identity lifecycle management, cloud services, threat analytics and mobil...

Middle Atlantic Products merges electrical engineering and power product management teams

Building upon its leadership in integrator-focused solutions for the commercial and residential markets, Middle Atlantic Products has reorganised its electrical engineering and power product management teams into a single department. The combined unit will increase its focus on solving integration and specification challenges with innovative and market-leading solutions. The new department will be led by Scott Lowder, director of product management — power. Solving customer problems "Sol...

National Security Inspectorate to sponsor Outstanding Installer Category at OSPAs 2018

The UK Outstanding Security Performance Awards (OSPAs) will be taking place on 1st March 2018 in London and The National Security Inspectorate is delighted to announce that it will be sponsoring the ‘Outstanding Installer’ category. Outstanding performance in security The UK OSPAs are part of a global awards scheme currently running in eight countries to recognise and reward outstanding performance within the security sector. Entry to the UK OSPAs is completely free and open to co...

LifeSafety Power announces renewed technology partnership with AMAG Technology

LifeSafety Power, a provider of proactive, intelligent networking power, has announced a renewed technology partnership with AMAG Technology, Torrance, California, offering turnkey, mechanical and electrical integration of power, access control hardware and lock power in a pre-designed enclosure. The FlexPower ACLASS Unified Power System for AMAG will be available as a turnkey product in a single, coordinated unit, offering specification and installation efficiencies to systems installers. Flex...

Kwikset teams up with Amazon to offer Amazon Key smart lock solutions

Kwikset®, a residential door hardware brand in the U.S. and part of the Hardware and Home Improvement (HHI) division of Spectrum Brands Holdings, Inc. has teamed up with Amazon to offer renters and homeowners two smart lock solutions to choose from when purchasing an Amazon Key In-Home Kit. Secure home access Amazon Key is a new service from Amazon that allows Prime members in 37 cities and surrounding areas across the U.S. to receive in-home delivery and grant secure home access for guest...

Allegion merges its aptiQ and XceedID access control brands under Schlage brand

Two of Allegion’s smart technology brands will join the Schlage label to offer a unified access control portfolio. Unified solutions aptiQ and XceedID Providers of physical access control solutions Allegion have moved to merge their two leading access control product brands under the Schlage brand in order to offer unified solutions to their customers for products using proximity, smart and biometrics technologies.  The two brands, aptiQ and XceedID, will have their logo and brandin...

SALTO Systems appoints Gerry Rupper to Regional Sales Manager role for New York City

SALTO Systems, a manufacturer of electronic access control solutions, has appointed Gerry Rupper to the commercial sales team position of Regional Sales Manager. XSperience Center Rupper will oversee sales of SALTO products in New York City and will also host partners, consultants and prospects at SALTO’s new XSperience Center located near Penn Station in Manhattan. The XSperience Center is a unique resource dedicated to demonstrating and training for SALTO’s comprehensive and vers...

HID Global showcases electronic ID and ePassport solutions at ICAO TRIP 2017 Symposium

HID Global®, a provider of trusted identity solutions, will be at the ICAO TRIP 2017 Symposium next week showcasing its portfolio of end-to-end electronic identification (eID) and ePassport solutions which were expanded earlier this year with the acquisition of Arjo Systems, a provider and system integrator of physical and digital identities for secure government ID applications. Counterfeit-proof security “Our theme at ICAO TRIP 2017 is the transformation of traveller identification...

ASSA ABLOY Access Control makes two new hires to strengthen sales and customer relations

ASSA ABLOY Access Control, a UK division of ASSA ABLOY, a provider of door opening solutions, has strengthened its team by appointing a new Regional Sales Manager and Business Development Executive. Strengthening customer relationships In his new role as Regional Sales Manager, David Smyth will be responsible for identifying and qualifying new sales channels, developing and integrating new OEM partners, providing support to systems integrators as well as strengthening relationships with existi...

Binns Fencing Limited celebrates 80th anniversary in perimeter protection and crime prevention

Prison fence provider Binns Fencing Limited has notched up 80 years in existence – with the plan to double its turnover by the time it turns 100. History of Binns Binns Fencing Limited, now a part of the Zaun perimeter protection group, is ideally placed to benefit from the growing fear of international terrorism, both from organised targeting of critical national infrastructure and the current trend for lone wolf attacks. However, the firm had much humbler routes. AJ Binns was first reg...

Allegion and Open Options expand offering of scalable electronic access control solutions

Allegion, a provider of security products and solutions, and Open Options, a global access control solutions company, integrated the Schlage® LE wireless lock with DNA Fusion software to expand their offering of scalable security solutions. “Open Options is committed to offering the most up-to-date technology available,” said Jonathan Berman, President and General Manager of Open Options. “We have a long-standing partnership with Allegion, and the integration of the Schlag...

Traka launches V Touch intelligent key cabinet for controlled access management

Traka UK has launched a new intelligent key cabinet, designed to offer controlled access management for critical keys at locations where space is limited and only a few credentials need to be managed. Full audit control capability The provider of intelligent key cabinets and locker systems has unveiled its new ‘V Touch’ as a secure unit with a seven-inch touch display, to accommodate up to five sets of keys. Powered by Traka’s exclusive electronics system, the V Touch present...

ASSA ABLOY’s CLIQ® Connect wins APS 2017 security award, France

CLIQ® Connect has been declared winner of the Gold Trophy at France’s high-profile APS 2017 awards. ASSA ABLOY’s new, cost-effective way for facility managers to administer mobile workers’ access control rights was judged on four main criteria: innovation and new technology; meeting end-user needs; interconnectivity; and ROI. CLIQ® Connect Online “CLIQ® Connect Online is the only electronic key solution on the market which offers real-time access control,&rd...

Dortronics showcases 4800 series smart interlock door controllers configurable to up to 5 doors at ASIS 2017

Dortronics continues to fulfill the market’s demand for flexible door interlock and mantrap systems with their highly versatile and economical 4800 Series Intelligent Interlock Controllers. Featured at ASIS 2017 in the Dortronics booth (# 1925), the 4800 Series offers users the flexibility to configure the controller in the field to accommodate up to five doors with ample flexibility for various input/output configurations. Also featured is a new accessory product for contact relays which...

Uniview Ultra 265: The new era of high definition video surveillance

From ADSL to 4G, from Resistive Touch Screens to OLED, electronic products are in pursuit of higher and higher definitions. Starting from the D1 resolution, video surveillance products have now reached 4K, which is 25 times higher. However, the development speed was held back by the increasing need for storage space and bandwidth brought by higher resolution video. Combining U-Code and H.265 Taking the 4K camera as an example, the common industry standard bitrates is 8Mbps for H.264. Hence 591...

SALTO Systems to showcase new products and features at Hotel Tech Live 2017

The UK’s most exciting event for technologies breaking new ground in the hotel sector, Hotel Tech Live at ExCeL London, 26-27 September, will see SALTO systems showcasing new products and features on Stand 7090. “Hotel Tech Live provides a great forum for SALTO Systems to showcase our latest product innovations,” says Darren Keating, National Account Manager Hospitality­­­­­­. “SALTO continue to deliver the most advanced and flexible electronic lo...

ASSA ABLOY Access Control showcases Aperio® technology at Axis Partner Showcase UK event

ASSA ABLOY Access Control, a UK division of ASSA ABLOY, the global provider of door opening solutions, will be exhibiting its innovative Aperio® technology at this year’s Axis Partner Showcase event in Knutsford. Education for security integrators Taking place at Tenants Hall in Tatton Park on 11 October between 10am and 4pm, Axis Communications’ event provides security installers and integrators with an opportunity to learn about the latest hardware and technology. This will c...

AMAG Technology releases next generation Symmetry panel to Symmetry M2150 Controller

AMAG Technology, a provider of access control, video management, identity and visitor management solutions, announces the release of the Symmetry™ M4000 Intelligent Controller. The new controller, the first available in a full range of controllers, is the next generation Symmetry panel to the Symmetry M2150 Controller. The powerful, flexible and reliable M4000 employs the Linux operating system, providing a flexible platform for future functionality enhancements. M4000 Intelligent Control...

System Galaxy Access Control demonstrates improved key integrations and administration functions at ASIS 2017

Galaxy Control Systems, a provider of integrated access control and security solutions, is demonstrating the latest updates and integration support for their flagship access control system, System Galaxy (booth #2241) at ASIS 2017. Additional features for System Galaxy v10.5.1 now include updated support for OnSSI, ASSA ABLOY, Salto Systems and Allegion products, as well as enhancements to reports and security group import functions. “Staying current with our integration partners is criti...

Mercury showcases open access control platform at ASIS International 2017

Consultants, integrators and end users are demanding industry-leading solutions that are optimised to meet the full range of customer requirements in today’s dynamic market. These solutions are enabled by open architecture–the key for ensuring flexibility, increased ROI and scalability for end user organizations throughout the lifecycle of their access control system.  Interoperable platform for systemised access control Mercury Security, a global leader in OEM access control...

Pelco to demonstrate advanced video technology at APS 2017

At this year’s APS Show, Pelco by Schneider Electric is demonstrating their approach to meaningful innovation, showcasing a wide range of video management systems and cameras. At the lead is the recent launch of VideoXpert Professional, the most intuitive VMS available, offering enterprise features at a mid-market price.  Panomersive HD imaging Also being featured are the company’s Optera Panoramic Multi-Sensor Cameras that are integrated with the industry’s leading VMS...

Systems integrator Rapid Security Solutions hires Jennifer A. Theobald as new VP of Operations

Jennifer A. Theobald has joined the senior leadership team of Rapid Security Solutions, LLC (RSS) as Vice President of Operations. Theobald is a veteran of electronic security, holding high-profile positions at leading manufacturers and a preeminent central station monitoring company during her industry career. Critical time in company development Most recently she was a Business Development Manager for Axis Communications; her other credentials include sales, project management and operations...

Securitas improves driver safety for mobile employees with GreenRoad

Securitas has partnered with GreenRoad – the industry leader in driver safety and behaviour technology – to improve driver safety among its 11,000 employees. With vehicle collisions the number one cause of work-related deaths in the UK, Securitas wants to reduce risks associated with driver behaviour – both for the welfare of its employees and other road users. GreenRoad technology will allow Securitas to track the movements of its fleet, monitoring driver behaviour, such as...

SALTO Systems US appoints Preston Grutzmacher North Central Regional Sales Manager

SALTO Systems, a manufacturer of electronic access control solutions, has appointed Preston Grutzmacher to the commercial sales team position of North Central Regional Sales Manager. New ideas and customer building Based in Corcoran, Minnesota, Grutzmacher will oversee sales of SALTO products in Minnesota, Wisconsin, Illinois, Michigan, Indiana, Missouri, and Iowa. He will report to SALTO Senior Vice President of Commercial Sales Michael J. Mahon. “We are very excited to have Preston jo...

Trigion’s combined service offer of manned guarding and electronic security helps record positive business growth

Trigion Security’s combined service offer of manned guarding and electronic security is proving popular with customers across different industries, and across the country, as the company announces new business growth of 20 per cent in the second quarter of 2017. Trigion’s tailored solutions – including its own remote security operations centre – mean it is not limited by sector and it has been able to secure contracts with the manufacturing and distribution sector, as we...

ADR Security forms ADR Security Monitoring in partnership with Security Partners

ADR Security, a New York City-based Underwriters Laboratories (UL) Listed electronic systems installation and fire alarm service company with more than 90 years of industry experience has created a unique business serving high-end, high-risk customers called ADR Security Monitoring (ADRSM). Leveraging the professional, fully redundant central stations of Security Partners, Lancaster, Pennsylvania, the new organisation is based on a strategic alliance designed to meet the complex insurance under...

Boon Edam customised specifications for Americas now available through ARCOM software platforms

Boon Edam Inc., a provider of security entrances and architectural revolving doors, and ARCOM, the leader in building specifications, are pleased to announce that Boon Edam’s product data and customised specifications for the Americas are available through ARCOM’s software platforms to architects, engineers, and design professionals. Customised versions of industry-trusted solutions ARCOM and Boon Edam have worked together to create customised versions of industry-trusted, MasterSp...

Tyco Security Products appoints Maciej Polak as new EMEA Intrusion Product Marketing Manager

Maciej Polak has been appointed the new Product Marketing Manager for Tyco Security Products Intrusion brands for the EMEA region. Maciej, who holds an M.A in Administration as well as an MBA from the University of Warsaw, is a seasoned sales and marketing professional. He has worked within the electronic security industry since 2002, during which he has performed application engineering and sales roles for Tyco Security Products and Visonic in Central and Eastern Europe. Most recently he has b...

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