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SMARTSHOOTER moving past the final milestone on ASD SO/LIC IWTSD’s IWOO programme using the SMASH advanced Fire Control System

In February 2020, the Department of Defence ASD SO/LIC’s ’Irregular Warfare Technical Support Directorate (IWTSD) selected SMARTSHOOTER, a designer, developer, and manufacturer of innovative fire control systems, to develop the solution for its Individual Weapon Overmatch Optic (IWOO) project. IWOO Technology Readiness Review Recently, SMARTSHOOTER reached its final milestone by successfully passing the IWOO Technology Readiness Review (TRR). Two prototype systems were taken throug...

Detection Technology expands its manufacturing in Oulu, Finland to offer EU Origin products and enhance customer experience

Detection Technology expands its manufacturing in Oulu, Finland, to offer a wider range of EU Origin products and to enhance customer experience. With the expansion, the company is better positioned to serve its European and American customers. The manufacturing in Oulu enables a faster service and delivery for customers outside Asia, and cost savings in US tariffs. Focus on end assembly and testing in Oulu The company will focus on the end assembly and testing in Oulu of specific product fam...

Process-monitoring for press-hardening production lines from AP&T

Sweden-based AP&T supplies production solutions to manufacturers worldwide, including automation, presses, furnace systems, and tooling, for the manufacturing of press-hardened vehicle parts for the automotive industry. Car manufacturers are using lighter sheet materials, such as aluminium and thinner steel, to form robust parts for car body frames. When pressed, these lighter materials still produce a strong body frame meeting required safety standards without adding unnecessary weight to...

Genetec predicts physical security industry trends for 2023

Genetec Inc., a technology provider of unified security, public safety, operations, and business intelligence solutions, shared its top predictions for the physical security industry in 2023. Labour shortages drive demand In the Genetec 2022 State of Physical Security Report, 50% of respondents said their physical security team experienced human resource challenges last year. For 2023, security leaders are re-evaluating their technology stack seeking solutions that help streamline ta...

IDEMIA reaffirms commitment to Japan with launch of new service centre

IDEMIA, the pioneer in identity technologies announced the launch of its first service centre in Japan as a reflection of its commitment to supporting digital advancement in the country. Located in Kawasaki, the service centre can support millions of users and aims to partner with Japanese credit card issuers to deliver premier products and services for end users in Japan. This includes IDEMIA’s advanced card personalisation offerings such as F.CODE, recycled PVC cards, metal cards, and m...

Magos Systems improves site safety and reduces nuisance alarms with enhancements to perimeter detection solution

Magos Systems, the pioneer in advanced radar detection technology is introducing new features to reduce false alarms at the perimeter and help to streamline security operations at a variety of different types of sites. The introduction of Blue Force GPS and speed and direction-based filtering to the Magos perimeter detection solution provides facilities with increased situational awareness of their site, while reducing nuisance alarms that add to the operator's information overload and distract...

Checkpoint Systems puts innovation under the spotlight at Euroshop 2023

Retail technology specialist - Checkpoint Systems is set to showcase its RF and RFID solutions at Euroshop 2023 taking place in Dusseldorf, Germany from Feb 26-March 2, 2023. Euroshop is one of the world’s No.1 trade fairs bringing together businesses and people from across the global retail industry to explore cutting-edge innovation and creativity. Checkpoint Systems will replicate retail store environments, including apparel and grocery among others, to create live technology demonstra...

ZeroEyes gets selected by SEPTA for a pilot programme designed to reduce the likelihood of gun-related violence on train platforms

ZeroEyes, creators of the only A.I.-based gun detection video analytics platform that holds the U.S. Department of Homeland Security SAFETY Act Designation, and the Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority (SEPTA) announces that the Authority has selected ZeroEyes for a pilot programme designed to reduce the likelihood of gun-related violence on train platforms. SEPTA is the first major transit system to deploy ZeroEyes’ solution, which is used by the U.S. Department of Defense,...

Morse Watchmans to exhibit a wide array of its key control and management solutions at ISC East 2022

Morse Watchmans, the pioneer in key control and asset management systems, is exhibiting a wide array of its key control and management solutions at ISC East 2022, November 16-17 at the Javits Centre in New York City. Morse Watchman’s flagship system, KeyWatcher® Touch, will be on display alongside a suite of additional products at booth #324. “We once again look forward to showcasing our wide range of products at the Northeast’s preeminent security & public safety even...

ASSA ABLOY Cam-Motion Door Closers help to improve energy efficiency in buildings

A properly shut door provides comfort and protection to whoever is using the space behind it. However, closing doors can have a wider impact on overall building performance. Fully closed doors affect both user security and a building’s energy consumption. The public spotlight is on energy like never before, as recent measures introduced around Europe show. By law, Spanish offices, shops and hospitality spaces may only heat or cool premise to between 19°C and 23°C. In France, air-c...

DH2i partners with Software AG to achieve near-zero downtime within its own SQL Server Availability Group (AG) Kubernetes cluster

DH2i® the provider of always-secure and always-on IT infrastructure solutions, and Software AG Government Solutions, announces they have entered into a partnership. A trusted provider of FedRAMP solutions, Software AG Government Solutions, will integrate DH2i’s DxEnterprise (DxE) Smart High Availability Clustering software into its FedRAMP authorised cloud to achieve near-zero downtime within its own SQL Server Availability Group (AG) Kubernetes cluster. Software AG Government Solutio...

ASSA ABLOY to showcase their sustainable product offerings and initiatives at Greenbuild 2022

As the Greenbuild International Conference and Expo enters its 20th year, ASSA ABLOY, the pioneer in access solutions, reinforces its commitment to sustainability with a world-class line-up of on-site education and a dynamic showcase of its sustainable product offerings and initiatives. Featured in Booth 1445, ASSA ABLOY highlights its key sustainability initiatives and products, headlined by the SARGENT 8200 Series Electrified Mortise Lock with EcoFlex® Technology and the new Ceco Door and...

3xLOGIC adds a single sensor deployment option for gunshot detection

3xLOGIC, Inc., a provider of integrated, intelligent security solutions announced a new range of deployment options for users seeking to protect smaller areas in active shooter situations with the new Single Sensor Gunshot Detection solution. Concussive wave technology 3xLOGIC’s Gunshot Detection devices use patented concussive wave technology to detect the moment a gun is fired, and the bullet leaves the chamber. Upon firing, the force of the bullet leaving the chamber creates a concus...

Patriot One Technologies to host live corporate update webinar on October 20, 2022, at 5:30 pm ET

Patriot One Technologies (‘Patriot One’ or the ‘Company’) is pleased to announce that the Company’s Chief Executive Officer (CEO) & Director, Peter Evans, and Chief Financial Officer (CFO), Karen Hersh, will be providing a corporate update, including an overview of recent financial results to be released on October 20, 2022, after market close, along with management’s outlook for the business. Patriot One Technologies invite all investors and other intere...

Teledyne FLIR Defense displays mobile command & control platform with advanced sensor technology at AUSA 2022

Teledyne FLIR Defense, part of Teledyne Technologies Incorporated has collaborated with AM General to display its Lightweight Vehicle Surveillance System (LVSS) on a HUMVEE 2-CT (2-Door Cargo Truck) during the Association of the U.S. Army (AUSA) annual conference 2022. The display is a technology demonstrator for future Army mobile command and control (C2) vehicles, integrating newly advanced radar, long-range cameras, and other sensors to detect and defeat threats such as weaponised small Unma...

Belden’s OptiTuff® Mini Pre-Terminated Fiber Trunks combine durability, performance, and installation ease

Belden, a supplier of network infrastructure solutions, announces the release of its OptiTuff Mini Pre-Terminated Fiber Trunks. Built with the same performance characteristics as OptiTuff Mini Fiber Cables, these fiber trunks are the only assemblies that combine the durability of metal armored solutions with the performance and installation ease of non-armored solutions. OptiTuff Mini Pre-Terminated Fiber Trunks OptiTuff Mini Pre-Terminated Fiber Trunks will protect and organise cables—n...

SMARTSHOOTER unveils the SMASH 3000 at the Australian Land Forces Conference

SMARTSHOOTER, a world-class designer, developer, and manufacturer of innovative fire control systems that significantly increase the accuracy, lethality, and situational awareness of small arms, will present the SMASH 3000 for the first time at the Land Forces Conference in Brisbane, Australia. SMASH 3000 SMASH 3000 is a lighter and smaller version of SMARTSHOOTER's handheld operated SMASH system. Using AI, computer vision, and advanced algorithms, SMARTSHOOTER's SMASH 3000 ensures each round...

Teledyne announces next generation 5GigE area scan camera platform

Teledyne FLIR is pleased to announce the Forge 5GigE area scan camera family for machine vision. Constructed on an all-new modern platform, Forge is designed to provide the richest combination of advanced imaging features in the industry and is engineered to handle the most complex vision system challenges both now and in the future. Genie Nano 5GigE sensor Available in Q4, the first models extend the Genie Nano 5GigE sensor offering by integrating 5 to 24 MP Sony Pregius Gen 4 Global Shutter...

Camden launches its new ‘5 Things You Need To Know' promotional video

Camden Door Controls is supporting the launch of its innovative CX-EPD1289L preload strike with a new ‘5 Things You Need To Know' promotional video. This latest video in the successful “5 Things You Need To Know” series succinctly explains preload and demonstrates how the 1289L strike works with preload in contrast to how other competitive RIM strikes fail. Highlights and benefits  The objective of Camden’s “5 Things” videos is to give viewers an insid...

IPVideo Corporation to showcase new event-driven AI security products; HALO 3C, VuroAI, and Sentry ERS at GSX 2022 in Atlanta, Georgia

IPVideo Corporation announced that the company will be showcasing three new event-driven AI security products: VuroAI, Sentry ERS, and HALO 3C at GSX 2022, booth #2610 in Atlanta, GA from September 12-14. VuroAI Smart Video Telematics  According to the NHTSA and the National Safety Council, there are 9 fatalities a day due to distracted driving, and 1.6 million crashes per year. VuroAI Smart Video Telematics is a complete driver security and fleet m...

TDSi’s GARDiS Controllers and extension modules earn UL certification for buyer assurance

Integrated security manufacturer TDSi announces its GARDiS range of Controllers and Extension Modules has received UL 294 Certification from Underwriters Laboratories of Canada Inc. The well-respected UL 294 Standard for Access Control System Units rigorously tests the construction, performance, and operation of physical access control equipment and/or systems to provide a trusted assessment for buyer peace of mind. Performance, reliability, and strength John Davies, Managing Director of...

Lynred and Umicore co-develop next-generation thermal sensing solution for Pedestrian Autonomous Emergency Braking (PAEB)

Lynred, a global provider of high-quality infrared (IR) detectors, and Umicore, a circular materials technology company announced the co-development of a next-generation thermal sensing technology that will drastically improve the performance of PAEB (Pedestrian Autonomous Emergency Braking) in adverse lighting conditions at an affordable cost. Inconsistent PAEB performance Every year, approximately 1.3 million people die from road traffic crashes. More than half are vulnerable road users (ped...

HiveWatch reports that its customers experienced faster resolved incidents, fewer false alarms and efficient operations

HiveWatch, a physical security software company reimagining how organisations keep their people and assets safe, has announced its latest customer wins, including an average 14-minute reduction in time to resolve an incident, from 15 minutes to 1 minute, and a significant reduction in false alarms. These results, taken directly from established HiveWatch customers, are driving increased interest and spurring greater investments in hiring, across the company’s diverse workforce. Customer...

3DX-Ray to exhibit its range of x-ray scanning security systems at the International Security Expo 2022

Join 3DX-Ray at the International Security Expo 2022, which is taking place at Olympia, London, United Kingdom, from September 27 to September 28, 2022. Meet the 3DX-Ray team on stand number F70 and learn about their family of x-ray scanning security systems, which offer powerful, flexible, and adaptable force multiplier tools to any security professionals, whether they are civilian, military or law enforcement. 3DX-Ray has three main systems on show at the International Security Expo 2022, sta...

Collins Aerospace breaks ground on $14 million expansion of additive manufacturing center in West Des Moines, Iowa

Collins Aerospace broke ground on a $14 million expansion of its additive manufacturing centre in West Des Moines, Iowa. The 9,000-square-foot expansion will allow Collins to make room for more 3D metal printers, in addition to the three it already has onsite. The first new printer will have eight times the build volume of the existing printers and Collins expects it to be fully operational in late 2023. Fuel nozzles Collins’ 41,000-square-foot West Des Moines facility is a world’...

ZeroEyes conducts active shooter training roadshow supporting U.S. schools

ZeroEyes, Inc., creators of the only A.I.-based platform focused on weapons detection that holds the US Department of Homeland Security SAFETY Act Designation announced a roadshow to support active shooter training events at multiple U.S. schools. The company will conduct demonstrations and discussion sessions to educate schools and law enforcement on how to prepare for and respond to active shooter scenarios by leveraging A.I. gun detection software supported by real-time threat intellig...

Mack Brooks organises EuroBLECH 2022: A gateway to a smarter future

After four years, the sheet metal working community is eagerly awaiting its leading meeting place for the industry. EuroBLECH 2022, the 26th International Sheet Metal Working Technology Exhibition, takes place from 25 – 28 October 2022 at the Hanover Exhibition Grounds in Germany. Four months ahead of the show, around 1,300 exhibitors from 39 countries already secured their stand space at the trade exhibition for the sheet metal working industry. Currently, major exhibitor countries are G...

Alcatraz AI explains how facial authentication can solve the problem of proximity card shortages

The global chip supply chain has been in shambles since the pandemic started in early 2020, and it doesn’t appear to be recovering any time soon. From cars being shipped without CarPlay to businesses that are unable to obtain proximity cards for security purposes, it appears no industry is immune. Proximity cards and fobs are widely used throughout corporate enterprises. Users have likely used one before and may have simply referred to it as a badge. These badges are used for more than ju...

3xLOGIC to exhibit school safety solutions at the 2022 National School Safety Conference and Campus Safety Conference Texas 2022 events

3xLOGIC, Inc., a globally renowned provider of integrated, intelligent security solutions, has announced upcoming conference plans, including the 2022 National School Safety Conference and the Campus Safety Conference Texas 2022, both taking place in July 2022. The 3xLOGIC education session, ‘What Next? Improving Safety and Incident Response with Gunshot Detection and Mass Notification Integrated Solutions’, has been selected for the Campus Safety Education Programme. Gunshot detec...

Cochl introduces AI-based acoustic traffic monitoring that enables automated detection of car accidents and noisy burnouts

Manual traffic surveillance can be a daunting task for city administrators as Traffic Management Centres operate a myriad of cameras. Although it is now common to use computer vision for intelligently analysing images of vehicles, challenges remain for understanding the vehicles’ behaviours on the roads. It’s difficult for the operators to immediately notice, if there has been a car accident on the road that could cause major traffic jams or a group of speeding motorcycles are makin...

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