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PAC, a supplier of innovative access control solutions, has announced the comprehensive redesign of its portfolio in order to meet the rigorous demands of today’s residential, educational and commercial environments. This pioneering access control system streamlines PAC’s offering with products that combine the benefits of state-of-the-art hardware and software – delivering unrivalled levels of security, sustainability and ease of use. Networkable access controllers Key compo...

HID Global, a worldwide provider of trusted identity solutions, announced the launch of HID® Signo, its signature line of readers that creates a new industry benchmark for the most adaptable, interoperable and secure approach to access control. The new readers dramatically simplify system deployment and management, meet the advanced security requirements of today’s dynamic environments and set organisations up for smarter, more connected access control. Access control systems “...

As SIA’s 2020 Member of the Year, ASSA ABLOY’s presence at ISC West 2020 will include an enhanced booth experience, showcasing a suite of new product innovations that help security professionals create access in smart and efficient ways. “Security professionals are experiencing rapid industry change, which is why ASSA ABLOY is focused on educating customers about the latest curb-to-core solutions,” said Mark Duato, Executive Vice President of Aftermarket Solutions at ASS...

Smart lock technology provider BoxLock announced it has secured $4.5 million in equity funding. Launched in 2017, the Atlanta-based company’s technology uses barcode scanning to secure unattended deliveries to residences and businesses. Proprietary barcode technology BoxLock’s smart padlock unlocks when out-for-delivery packages are scanned with their proprietary barcode technology. The company’s inventory, access, and security solutions integrate into existing systems t...

So often, one’s focus in security and access control zeroes in on the hardware. Its latest functionality or compatibility with emerging technologies grabs the headlines. Yet it is the access control software which knits a system together — and the signs are, this is finally getting the attention it deserves in security procurement. Supported integrations “Today, access control software is more accessible to a wider variety of actors,” writes Bryan Montany, a research an...

HID Global, a worldwide renowned provider of trusted identity solutions, has announced that it has been named a finalist in the Microsoft Security 20/20 program’s Identity Trailblaser category. The company was honoured among a global field of top Microsoft partners for demonstrating excellence in innovation, integration, and customer implementation with Microsoft technology.  Recognised for FIDO2 security keys solution “Being named an award finalist recognises our work with Mi...

Mobile security provider Trustonic announces that it has joined the Car Connectivity Consortium (CCC) to contribute to the development of technical specifications for secure connected car technologies. The CCC is a cross-industry organisation advancing global technologies for smartphone-to-car connectivity solutions. Key-sharing smartphone apps Its current priorities include Digital Key, an exciting new open standard to allow smart devices to act as a vehicle key, and Car Data which will conne...

C2A Security, a global provider of automotive cybersecurity, announced that it has successfully integrated its endpoint cybersecurity protection technology with Vector’s AUTOSAR Classic basic software. This integration, the first of its kind, will enable AUTOSAR developers to add an additional security control to automotive ECU projects without impacting time to market or harming safety compliance, and with negligible runtime performance impact. C2A Security’s endpoint solution safe...

SALTO Systems, a manufacturer of electronic access control solutions, will showcase the latest in technologically-advanced electronic locks and access control management – including a new line of residential smart lock solutions–at ISC West this March in Las Vegas. “SALTO is always excited to share the latest electronic access control innovations with our peers in the security industry at ISC West. We have some great products to highlight this year including residential smart...

Allegion US, global provider of security products and solutions, has announced the launch of the Schlage ALX Series – a first in modular design for cylindrical locks. ALX Series cylindrical, grade 2 locks The ALX Series cylindrical, grade 2 lock is an evolution of the earlier AL Series, which was based on Walter Schlage’s first commercially sold lock, the A button lock. This first cylindrical design lock was so innovative in its time that it changed the industry, and so enduring a...

ADT Inc., a provider of security, automation, and smart home solutions serving consumer and business customers in the United States, announced a new flagship partnership with HHHunt, a diversified provider of real estate development, to install smart home and property automation technology into new and existing HHHunt multifamily and student housing communities. ADT adds HHHunt to its growing list of prominent real estate partners enhancing their communities with smart home solutions. ADT will...

Galaxy Control Systems, a provider of integrated access control and security solutions, will demonstrate the latest enhancements to its flagship System Galaxy and Cloud Concierge Access Control Platforms at ISC West 2020 in booth 6089. The combined offering of best-in-breed on-premise and Cloud access control solutions provides users the ability to select and implement the solution they need most at the price point they can afford. Also featured will be a highly-versatile IP Intercom Entry Syst...

Traka is launching an electronic High-Capacity (HC) cabinet range at the UK Apartment Association (UKAA) Expo, designed to offer property management companies better security, management and visibility of critical keys. Visitors to the dedicated residential sector event, taking place on 13 February, will be the first to see live demonstrations of Traka’s powerful HC key management solutions. Presenting capability for control over a high volume of keys in a small footprint, the electronic...

Correct configuration of readers in the field forms the basis of secure ID solutions. In the latest version of LEGIC Orbit, the option to restrict configuration data to specific reader ICs is a very powerful new feature. Versatile Configuration Packages LEGIC Orbit offers the possibility to transmit cryptographic keys and other configuration data from the management system securely to readers in the field. This works via so-called Versatile Configuration Packages (VCP), which are generated in...

So many business processes are controlled, tracked, measured or monitored by software. So, it’s frustrating when multiple systems create double or triple the work. Unfortunately, not all of a user's software plays nice together. Web-enabled software for a CLIQ key-based access control system is an exception. No matter what the user’s business, the CLIQ Web Manager helps the user manage their access control quickly and efficiently. Now the user can also integrate their powerful acces...

Traka, from ASSA ABLOY Global Solutions, has integrated with Maxxess’ award-winning security management software, eFusion, to present users with a powerful route to achieving operational efficiencies across a wide range of systems and functions. Complete site control Traka, in conjunction with Maxxess Systems, has developed a seamless integration with Maxxess’ eFusion open platform, to allow complete site control, centralise site visibility and present real-time monitoring, ensurin...

The newly updated Openow app now includes Update on Card functionalities, offering additional and powerful features to security managers. Openow mobile app Openow is the convenient mobile solution for ASSA ABLOY’s SMARTair wireless locking systems. Users store their validated digital keys securely in the Openow app. To open a SMARTair lock, they simply tap their phone against its inbuilt RFID reader. An encrypted Bluetooth connection connects the phone and locking device to quickly valid...

ProdataKey (PDK), manufacturer of the cloud access control platform built for mobile, announced that its revolutionary “touch io” Bluetooth reader is now shipping. When installed as part of a pdk io access control system, the new readers allow users who have installed a mobile credential on their smart phone to enter a controlled door by simply touching their hand to the reader, making it the most convenient mobile solution on the market. There’s no need to unlock the smartpho...

VCA Technology, a UK provider of video analytics, announced the release of VCA Server, an AI Deep Learning based video analytics software suite which provides a key upgrade to the company’s flagship VCA Core platform. Offering simple integration with VMS and NVR manufacturers’ technologies, the new release ensures that sophisticated analytics can be set-up and installed within as little as fifteen minutes, allowing end-users to significantly reduce false alarms with minimal disruptio...

MedixSafe, a pioneer in the access control cabinet market, announces that its Key Access Ready Enclosure (KARE) key control cabinets are now available with Bluetooth format card readers. This wireless technology enables users to access their KARE cabinets using their mobile devices as their access credential, while still offering the high level of security synonymous with MedixSafe’s solutions. Polymer swing handle lock Each key tag easily snaps open so that names and/or numbers of keys...

Security expert Abloy UK announces that its PL330 padlock has achieved the highest possible rating during testing to simulate a criminal attack, making it one of the most resilient and dependable padlocks on the market. The PL330 extends Abloy’s padlock range to achieve LPS 1654 The padlock achieved a 1+ rating from the Loss Prevention Certification Board (LPCB) against standard LPS 1654, which focuses on the time taken to compromise a padlock and gain access to the asset or object it is...

At the ISC East 2019 event at Jacob Javits Center in New York City, Morse Watchmans (ISC East booth #847) is showcasing its KeyWatcher Touch key management solutions that protect important keys and physical assets, resulting in reduced downtime, fewer losses, and improved accountability. Also featured is their latest addition, KeyWatcher Fleet which is proven to optimise fleet utilisation and longevity through key control. “Morse Watchmans has multiple decades of experience in delivering...

In any busy medical facility — surgeries, dental practices or physiotherapy suites — it’s all too easy to accidentally leave a door unlocked. With expensive equipment or controlled drugs on the other side, any opening invites an opportunist. But if a customer installs a Code Handle electronic PIN lock, they need never worry again. The secure, easy-to-fit Code Handle fits right over an existing locking cylinder. The user can simply swap the door handle for a sleek, low-profile C...

Now the customer can combine the advanced access control of a wireless electronic escutcheon with the intelligence and superior security of an electromechanical mortice lock. With a robust design, the new SMARTair Lock is built to secure doors where high daily traffic and a large number of access events are all in a day’s work. This new wireless device in the SMARTair product range is built around three main elements. The external reader with multi-colour LED is available in several diffe...

Imou new product launch was held with the theme ‘Gathering and Growing’ in Shenzhen, where industry experts, Imou primary partners from all over the world, and international media gathered together to witness the launch of Imou’s new products for both domestic and overseas market. The event also demonstrated the rapid growth of Imou in the past year and how Imou will support and benefit the partners in future. Consumer IoT industry Mr. Xie pointed out that Imou will continue...

Traka is the key management solution of choice for leading multi-sector business protection management company, Guarding UK, ensuring compliant key holding services and integrated audit control capability. Guarding UK manages nearly 1,500 sites across the UK, protecting in the region of £40bn worth of assets at commercial, corporate and residential sites across industry sectors including central London premier sites, retailers, property owners and management agents, together with airports...

Codelocks Inc., an access control company that designs and distributes innovative, standalone keyless door locks and access products, announces a strategic partnership with Tether Technologies, a developer and manufacturer of digital tethering solutions for master keys and access cards. The challenge in the industry is to prevent keys from being lost while on the job, Tether Technologies’ focuses on ways to address and resolve human error associated with master key loss. In 2015 Tether Te...

Device Authority, a pioneer in Identity and Access Management (IAM) for the Internet of Things (IoT), announced it has been accepted into the Venafi Machine Identity Protection Development Fund. For decades, code signing has been used to verify the integrity of software, and nearly every organisation relies on it to confirm their code has not been corrupted with malware. Code signing keys and certificates are used in a wide range of products, including firmware, operating systems, mobile applica...

The ability of Hanwha Techwin Europe’s Customer Support team to provide unbeatable pre and post-sales services has been enhanced by the company adopting the Zendesk Support platform. Zendesk Support is a globally recognised help desk system designed to assist product and service providers to prioritise, track and resolve customer support requests. It will augment Hanwha Techwin Europe’s existing customer support processes to ensure customers always receive a personalised and rapid r...

Arcules, innovators in integrated video and access control cloud services, announces the addition of Nigel Waterton as Chief Revenue Officer. Waterton has led winning sales and operations teams for more than 22 years, building and managing large, high-growth technology organisations. Waterton is a 10-year veteran of Aronson Security Group (ASG), where he served as Senior Vice President of Corporate Strategy and Development. Identifying key areas of optimisation During his tenure with ASG, Wat...