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Camden EXIT WATCH: Enhanced delayed egress locks

Camden Door Controls has announced a number of enhancements to its popular CX-DE1200 Series EXIT WATCH™ delayed egress magnetic locks. These include a louder 75 dB voice annunciation, packaging the lock with a 90 dB remote sounder, and adding the option for a cost-effective kit that includes the maglock, remote sounder, and a remote reset key switch. Camden EXIT WATCH™ series Camden EXIT WATCH™ series delayed egress magnetic locks feature a 1200 lb. holding force, rugged al...

ABLOY PULSE: Smart keys for digital access management

Powering digital access with energy-harvesting technology frees organisations from wiring and even batteries. However, to meet the challenges of the future, digital access needs more. It needs technologies and software platforms flexible enough to grow and adapt with the evolving needs of each organisation, protecting their investment in digital access while delivering an ROI every day. Digital access solutions Kinetic energy generated by inserting the intelligent key is harvested to power th...

Morse Watchmans key control solutions at Security Event 2025

Morse Watchmans, the industry pioneer in key control and asset management systems, is highlighting its advanced solutions at stand 5/E20 during The Security Event UK 2025. The company will demonstrate innovative key management systems tailored for applications in healthcare, education, transportation, critical infrastructure, and many other sectors. Key management system KeyWatcher® Touch, designed for secure, efficient, and easy-to-use key control Taking centre stage is their flagship K...

Trane's consistent dividend payout continues

The Board of Directors of Trane Technologies plc, a global climate innovator, declared a quarterly dividend of $0.94 per ordinary share, or $3.76 per share annualised. The dividend is payable on June 30, 2025, to shareholders of record as of June 6, 2025. Trane Technologies has paid consecutive quarterly cash dividends on its common shares since 1919 and annual dividends since 1910.

ICT Launches New TSL Access Reader Series

Integrated Control Technology a pioneer manufacturer of intelligent access control and security solutions, announced the release of their new TSL access reader series. The new TSL range packs plenty of extras into a slimmed down version of the much-loved ICT readers.  Style meets security TSL delivers a dynamic solution for property managers, security professionals, and building operatorsCombining sleek aesthetics with cutting-edge functionality, the TSL delivers a dynamic solution for p...

Morse Watchmans key control innovations at ISC West 2025

Morse Watchmans, the industry pioneer in key control and asset management systems, is highlighting its lineup of innovative key management solutions at booth 15109 at ISC West 2025. The company will feature its trusted Emergency Key Grab (EKG) Kit designed to enhance security and streamline crisis response across multiple sectors, including schools, hospitals, airports, public venues, government buildings, data centres, and other critical environments. Morse Watchmans growth strategy And...

Morse Watchmans key control trivia at ISC West 2025

Morse Watchmans, the industry pioneer in key control and asset management systems, is set to ignite ISC West 2025 with its first-ever live trivia experience, “Morse Watchmans’ Key Truths,” at booth 15109. This interactive contest challenges security market end users and integrators to prove their key control expertise for a chance to win a $150 Visa gift card and exclusive Morse Watchmans swag. Morse Watchmans trivia At booth 15109, participants in the Morse Watchmans t...

Keynetics to demo SentriGuard at The Security Event 2025

Keynetics, the provider of the well-recognised SentriGuard key management solution, is set to showcase its latest integration with AJAX alarm systems at The Security Event, taking place at the NEC Birmingham from 8-10 April. Visitors can find Keynetics on stand 5/L80, where they will also be able to experience live demonstrations of its unique key safe, app, and platform. Keynetics new AJAX integration One of the highlights of this year’s Keynetics offering will be the new AJAX integrat...

Virtual Security Showcase at ISC West Preview 2025

Virtual Security Showcase has opened registration for their yearly ISC West Preview, scheduled for March 18th and 19th. This online event will give attendees an opportunity to get a preview of the latest security products to debut at ISC West in April.  Pioneering companies presenting include: Morse Watchmans SAFR from Real Networks Sielox ASSA ABLOY Opening Solutions Iris ID Quanergy Altronix Meron Viakoo Latest advancements in facial recognition These indus...

TDSi appoints new distribution sales manager

Integrated Access Control and Security manufacturer TDSi announces the appointment of Robert Bullen as its Distribution Sales Manager South. With a proven track record of successful business development roles in the UK security industry, Robert is bringing his expertise and experience to support TDSi’s Distribution Partners and customers across the southern region of the UK and beyond. Developing strategic partnerships Commenting on Robert’s appointment, Alex Rumsey, Sales Direct...

Schlage advanced Rekey: Effortless home security control

Schlage, a pioneer in home security solutions for over a century, introduces Advanced Rekey™, an innovative rekeying solution that offers builders and their professional partners efficient key management and a simple way for homeowners to maintain security as their homes evolve. Debuting at the 2025 International Builders' Show (IBS) in Las Vegas, Advanced Rekey is designed for ease of use, giving users greater control over home security with a seamless, do-it-yourself feature that makes...

SecurityBridge SIEM for enhanced SAP security

SecurityBridge, the Cybersecurity Command Centre for SAP, announced the launch of SecurityBridge Security Information Event Management (SIEM) and IT Service Management (ITSM) for SAP. These innovative company platform additions are designed to enhance SAP-specific security monitoring and incident management. Broader IT security operations Through the enhancements, APIs allow workflow integration between infrastructure security and SAP security to enable the sharing of identified IoCs (Indicat...

Transform access management with eCLIQ by ASSA ABLOY

In 2025, access management can be a whole lot easier. By making access part of their digital processes, businesses can put time-consuming key management and the cost of changing the locks firmly behind them. Making this switch is a lot easier than many people think. Security and facilities managers everywhere are all too familiar with the drawbacks of outmoded access management workflows. Cumbersome keychains, lost keys, security staff tied to their desks, and mountains of manual key tracking....

Quantum Dice QRNG technology with Thales HSM

Quantum Dice, a University of Oxford spin-out pioneering quantum random number generator (QRNG) technology, and Thales, a pioneering technology and security provider, have launched a QRNG-backed Hardware Security Module (HSM), bringing the security advantages of Quantum Dice's patented DISC™ protocol to enterprise customers. The integrated solution allows organisations to verify and quantify the security of their cryptographic keys in real-time, ensuring robust protection for classical ap...

Safetrust integrates MIFARE DUOX for identity security

Safetrust, a pioneer in secure identity solutions, announced its upgrade of the Safetrust ecosystem to integrate the MIFARE DUOX® credential. This is the first PKI-based, closed-loop solution designed to meet the needs of modern identity management. The collaboration with NXP Semiconductors allows MIFARE DUOX to integrate with Safetrust’s ecosystem, providing customers with a smooth path to an asymmetric credentialing system that enhances supply chain security without relying on tradi...

Wavelynx expands in UK & Ireland for modern security

Wavelynx Technologies, a pioneer in secure and versatile reader and credential solutions, has expanded its global reach into the United Kingdom and Ireland to support the increasing demand for modern security solutions.  This strategic move comes as the company scales its operations to ensure that all customers have access to interoperable solutions that align with the growing need for advanced security across sectors such as commercial real estate, hospitality, education, and healthcare....

TKC achieves B Corp certification in security services

The Keyholding Company (TKC), a tech-enabled security services company, has officially become B Corp Certified. It joins a global community of around 9,000 businesses dedicated to meeting high standards of environmental and social impact. Ethical business practice B Corp is a global standard for ethical business practice established by B Lab. This non-profit organisation is working towards a common vision of “business as a force for good”. Being B Corp Certified represents a comm...

Keynetics wins Westminster key management contract

After two years of successful collaboration and following a comprehensive tendering procedure, Keynetics has been awarded a three-year contract extension with Westminster City Council to provide, install and manage its digital key management systems throughout the city. Keynetics’ solutions, which incorporate Bluetooth key safes, a cloud-based platform for access management and auditing, and an app for key safe access, are primarily used in (but not limited to) domiciliary care provision...

KeyWatcher Touch: Morse Watchmans at ISC East

Morse Watchmans, the industry pioneer in key control and asset management systems, is highlighting the KeyWatcher® Touch at ISC East on November 20-21 at the Javits Centre in New York City. Located at booth 231, Morse Watchmans will feature hands-on demonstrations of the KeyWatcher Touch and other solutions, showcasing advanced capabilities for robust, scalable key control. Key management system KeyWatcher Touch features a modular, expandable design that allows corps to tailor the sy...

ABUS launches new PPE line at Safety & Health Expo 2024

ABUS returns to the Safety & Health Expo 2024 to launch its brand-new range of personal protective equipment (PPE), reinforcing its commitment to workplace safety and security. Known for its world-class industrial padlocks, lockout/tagout systems, and key management solutions, ABUS is expanding its product offering to include PPE, addressing the critical need for comprehensive safety measures in the workplace. New PPE line Visitors to stand SH1800 will be able to preview the new PPE line...

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...

Key Safe supports Race Against Dementia charity

A Midland entrepreneur is in pole position after teaming up with the dementia charity founded by his motor racing idol. David Ogden, CEO and Founder of The Key Safe Company, has joined forces with Race Against Dementia, the charity Sir Jackie Stewert set up after his wife Helen was diagnosed with frontotemporal dementia. The Worcester-based company will donate to the charity five percent from every ark Tamo key safe it sells on a newly-created webpage. Key Safe has helped to transform social ca...

NAKIVO Backup v11: Proxmox VE protection enhanced

NAKIVO, a pioneering provider of backup and disaster recovery solutions, proudly announces the release of NAKIVO Backup & Replication v11. This landmark release introduces the most extensive set of features to date. Designed to address modern data protection needs, v11 introduces capabilities that improve backup flexibility, security, and usability. Agentless backup for Proxmox VE Proxmox VE has become a mainstream virtualisation solution, offering the flexibility, scalability, and afford...

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...

Jordan Andrews joins Morse Watchmans as Sales Manager

Morse Watchmans, the industry pioneer in key control and asset management systems, is pleased to announce the appointment of Jordan Andrews as Sales Manager. Jordan Andrews will initially lead domestic sales operations and later expand his responsibilities to oversee the company's global sales efforts. Strengthening market presence "Jordan's appointment represents a significant step forward for Morse Watchmans," said Tim Purpura, Vice President of Global Sales and Marketing at Morse Watchmans...

Primat Group joins Gunnebo's safe storage strategy

Gunnebo Safe Storage AB has announced the full acquisition of Primat Group, to invest in a company with over a century of expertise in the manufacturing and sales of high-quality security products.  Primat Group, headquartered in Maribor, Slovenia, is set to become an integral part of Gunnebo's European Safes and Cabinets manufacturing strategy. Primat Group The Primat Group, comprising PRIMAT SISTEMI d.o.o. and PRIMAT d.d. in Maribor (Slovenia), PRIMAT OPREMA d.o.o. in Baljeva...

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...

KeyWatcher Touch at G2E 2024 Expo

Morse Watchmans, the industry pioneer in key control and asset management systems, is showcasing its premier key control management solutions for casino applications at booth 1337 at G2E 2024 at The Venetian Expo Las Vegas through October 10. As the trusted choice for leading casinos worldwide, the Morse Watchmans KeyWatcher® Touch and its suite of solutions deliver secure, efficient, and regulation-compliant key management, providing a seamless experience tailored to the demands of gaming...

Embrace PKOC for enhanced access control in GSX 2024

The PSIA had another impressive and compelling demonstration of its PKOC spec at GSX 2024. Some of the major lock and physical access control (PACS) vendors were able to see PKOC in action, with commercially available readers, cards, and apps all relying on the open specification, showing seamless interoperability.  PKOC product lines “It was gratifying to see all of the hard work of the PKOC technical committee come together at the demonstration at GSX 2024,” said David Bunz...

DNAKE partners with CETEQ to expand in Benelux

DNAKE, an industry-pioneering and trusted provider of IP video intercom and solutions, and CETEQ, a pioneering distributor specialising in access control, parking management, intercom systems and key management, have jointly announced their partnership in the Benelux region. This partnership aims to enhance the availability and distribution of DNAKE’s smart intercom solutions across Belgium, the Netherlands, and Luxembourg. By leveraging CETEQ’s established network and expertise in...

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