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Airbus Defence and Space has developed a new testing instrument for the German Armed Forces (Bundeswehr) to identify faulty assemblies. The modular maintenance device (M2D) is flexible and can be used to identify faulty assemblies, and even to carry out an assessment of the overall system. This shortens repair cycles and reduces the time it takes to restore operational readiness significantly, as the usual practice of replacing assemblies suspected of being faulty is no longer necessary and a mo...

The C-IED Demonstration Zone will feature a spectrum of IED threats from all parts of the world On the battlefield, in the public transport arena and within the urban environment, the threat from Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs) remains potent. Advanced threat detection methods, threat handling techniques and threat containment solutions are helping to mitigate the danger inherent in safe IED detection and disposal. However, with the nature of the threat evolving all the...

Hochiki will display its FIREscape Emergency Lighting range, which features self-contained LED luminaires and signage Hochiki Europe will demonstrate the features and benefits of its cutting edge fire detection and emergency lighting solutions at this year’s Health & Safety event, taking place at The National Exhibition Centre (NEC) Birmingham between 11 -13 March 2014. The 3-day event encompasses the very best of the UK health & safety industry. Visitors can se...

In the event of a fire, evacuation of the area or building concerned is always the top priority. Therefore, there is a strong need to link fire alarm and public address systems with a reliable and bi-directional connection. The latest version of the Modular Fire Panel 5000 Series from Bosch fulfils this requirement in a customer–friendly way. The fire alarm panel is now equipped with an IP-communication interface to the public address and voice evacuation system, Praesideo, ensuring a flex...

Several BSIA members have developed lone worker devices to connect employees quickly and discreetly with an emergency response system The importance of lone worker protection in the healthcare sector has been reinforced by the latest NHS security figures, which reveal a shocking 5.8% rise in physical assaults against health service staff in the past year. In figures collated from NHS Trusts across the UK, reported physical assaults against NHS staff in England for the year 20...

Topics addressed by Jon included automated CCTV, benefits of integration and video content analysis Senior Tutor for Tavcom Training, Jon Laws, recently took up an invitation to deliver five guest lectures at the People’s Public Security University of China. Founded in 1948 and within excess of 10,000 students, the university which is in Beijing provides education on a wide range of subjects for China’s uniformed police force and also provides training for officer...

The move by OCS will save over 500 UK jobs in Silverdell OCS, the UK-based total facilities management provider with global revenues of £840m, has acquired certain business and assets of Euro Dismantling Services, EDS Plant Solutions and EDS Group Holdings (subsidiaries of Silverdell plc) from Joint Administrators at BDO. The acquired business units comprise the Decontamination, Access & Insulation and Nuclear trading divisions operated by EDS. The move by OCS will...

NEC’s technologies are designed to protect governments and help create safe and secure smart cities NEC Corporation will showcase a wide range of security solutions, including its advanced biometric and cyber security technologies and a new video analytics system, at Intersec 2014 (International Trade Fair for Security and Safety) at the Dubai International Convention and Exhibition Centre from 19–21 January 2014 on stand #SA-518C. Under the theme “We Ma...

Counter Terror Expo’s commitment is reflected in the impressive roster of distinguished speakers In January 2013, terrorists launched an attack in Algeria on the Tigantourine gas facility. April sees the detonation of two bombs near the finish line of the 2013 Boston Marathon. The savage killing of Drummer Lee Rigby takes place in Woolwich in May. In September, terrorists enter the Westgate Shopping Mall in Nairobi and cause multiple deaths and injuries in a sustained gu...

IHS report provides qualitative and quantitative analysis to identify where the market opportunities are for Safe City projects  FirstNet, a high-speed broadband data network dedicated to public safety using a nationwide spectrum licence, is expected to increase collaboration between emergency responders, a new report from the IHS Security & Fire division has found. Revenues in the American market for electronic security equipment in city surveillance applications to...

Kantech, part of the Security Products business unit of Tyco, introduces the ioPass SA-550 stand-alone door controller for use in small security applications. Ideal for convenience stores, storage rooms or parking lots, the ioPass SA-550 brings the reader and controller together in an easy-to-use software free solution. Designed as a self-contained, stand-alone unit, the ioPass SA-550 is the perfect complement to Kantech’s existing line of access control solutions, addressing the need for...

This new accreditation recognises the reliability of Octavian’s services and its capacity to deliver consistently Octavian Security has added yet another string to its bow, after becoming accredited as a top supplier to the utilities sector. The company was audited by Achilles Information for entry into its UVDB Verify Scheme – which represents the utilities industry – for its standards of practice, capacity to deliver, risk management and compliance wit...

Milestone and Axis illustrated what value-adding integrations between network hardware and open platform VMS now have to offer Milestone Systems, the open platform company in IP video management software (VMS), joined forces again with Axis Communications to demonstrate the two companies’ latest integrated solutions. Tuesday, the 5th of November, shined a spotlight on the newest trends in IP-based video surveillance, when these two globally leading producers of softw...

Fermax has regained the absolute confidence of the Asian market at CPSE 2013 The trade fair in the city of Shenzhen dedicated to security was the venue chosen by Fermax to present its technological proposals in monitors and video door entry systems, with which the Spanish brand is making headway into the future. With these innovations, Fermax has regained the absolute confidence of the Asian market, returning to its customary dominant position among the technological elite. F...

Counter Terror Expo 2014 will also feature a co-located event, AMBITION 2014 Key to the success of Counter Terror Expo, which has grown year-on-year to become the largest international counter terrorism and security event of its kind, is its responsiveness to real world events. This responsiveness will be fully reflected in the themes of the centrepiece conference at Counter Terror Expo, 29 - 30 April 2014, Olympia, London. Global counter terrorism The threat from internatio...

Nedap contributed to ASPIRE4SPORT, a recognised Middle East's leading sports business congress and exhibition The Netherlands government and companies want to offer their full support to Qatar to make the 2022 FIFA World Cup a grand success. That’s why at ASPIRE4SPORT in Qatar, an Orange Pavilion was created and represented by an expert team of e.g. engineers, architects and security firms, including Nedap. The World Cup in Qatar needs to be a great experience, but...

The workshop will focus on the security hardening challenges faced within rail security CNL Software, a world leader in Physical Security Information Management (PSIM) software, is pleased to announce its CEO, Keith Bloodworth, will chair the Rail Security Workshop at the Transport Security Expo, which takes place on November 13-14, 2013. Recently recognised as one of the most influential people within the security industry, Keith Bloodworth has been a leading visionary withi...

Hytera introduced PD79X EX, the intrinsically safe radio and X1P, the ultra-thin digital radio at the event Among all the products presented by Hytera at Interseg 2013 (International Trade Fair for Technology, Products and Services for Public Safety) which took place in Rio de Janeiro, 18-20 August, its TETRA Solutions received intense attention from Public Security sectors. Representatives of local and international government, fire, police, power companies conferred the adv...

Stanley Security Solutions, one of the leading security providers in the UK – is pleased to announce the launch of a comprehensive new Electronic Article Surveillance (EAS) range. Suitable for varied applications within the retail, leisure and visitor attraction markets to name but a few, the new Stanley EAS range combines reliable technology at an attractive price point.  It enables the company to enhance its offering to these sectors, especially retail where it enjoys a strong pres...

Nexus Connect will provide levels of manufacturer coordination, technical support and marketing expertise Multidisciplined security specialist, ViS security solutions, has become the latest integrator partner to join Nexus Connect, the innovative partner programme run by Center Group. ViS has a very strong track record of providing integrated systems to the public service, healthcare, education, and blue- chip commercial sectors. In a security market dominated by low margins...

Octavian arranged 50 security officers to undertake the session delivered by Nottinghamshire Police In keeping with its successful track record of proactive personal development, further staff members at leading security provider Octavian Security have been trained in counter-terrorism measures and crime prevention. The company, which provides protection to businesses, sites and people across the UK, arranged for more than 50 Security Officers to undertake the specialist sess...

G4S officers were recognised for their work at the Hinkley Point C nuclear new build site in Somerset Recently, G4S security officers were presented with the prestigious BSIA Award for Best Regional Team (South West) in recognition of their work at the Hinkley Point C nuclear new build site in Somerset. At the on-site presentation Trevor Elliott, the BSIA’s Director of Manpower and Membership Services, handed the award to Luke Pearce, popular G4S senior team leader at H...

Hytera wins the award for "Small and medium enterprises" The company Hytera Mobilfunk GmbH was awarded with the 4th Lower Saxony Foreign Trade Award in the category "Small and medium enterprises" and has won through against 50 other candidates. The popular prize of the State of Lower Saxony was awarded on 9th April 2013. "The prize reflects the confidence of our customers and this is a key reference for the acquisition of future projects," says Matthias Klausing, CEO & Pr...

The demonstration was shown during the Cassidian customer conference SNUC in Cannes Cassidian and the French Ministry of Interior (MoI) conducted the world’s first demonstration of mobile broadband services for the evolution of Tetrapol networks with 4G LTE (Long Term Evolution) technology in the 400 MHz band. The demonstration, was shown during the Cassidian customer conference SNUC (Secure communications Network operators and Users Conference) held in Cannes, hosting...

The IOP Certificate includes IOP between Hytera PD78XG and Harris Corporation's HDT300 Hytera announces the completion of another DMR Tier III Interoperability (IOP) test. The new IOP Certificate includes IOP between Hytera PD78XG trunked terminal and the Harris Corporation’s HDT300 Momentum Trunking System, and IOP between Hytera system and Momentum terminal. This is the first successful certification of 800/900 MHz Tier III equipment. The DMR Association developed the...

The plug-and-play solution combines fixed and mobile paging IP audio and control specialist Barix heads to ISC West with a new IP paging solution that allows end users and integrators to set up multi-point systems within minutes. The plug-and-play solution combines fixed and mobile paging to extend reach and capability, while removing configuration hassles typically associated with IP. This ensures that schools, hospitals, office buildings and other commercial and public faci...

The new CCTV network will eventually connect over 200 cameras located in the street City of York Council (CYC) is expanding its existing pure fibre network footprint in York to consolidate its CCTV networks and greatly increase its efficiency, whilst maintaining quality and reliability. Working with partners CityFibre and managed service provider, Pinacl Solutions, CYC is continuing to extend the reach and use of the UK’s largest metro-fibre network. Merging its CCTV n...

BAE Systems, QinetiQ, TPS and various other companies alongwith University of Nottingham have formed LiMBS BAE Systems, QinetiQ, AIGIS Blast Protection, TPS, Permali Gloucester Ltd, MIRA, Sigmatex and the University of Nottingham have formed LiMBS (Lightweight Material & Structures for Blast and Ballistic Survivability). Co-funded by the government-backed Technology Strategy Board, LiMBS aims to develop enhanced lightweight cost effective multi-layer/ multi-material struc...

Mul-T-Lock UK appeared in a special supplement  in the Mail to raise awareness of Break Secure XP Mul-T-Lock UK has appeared in a special supplement in the Mail on Sunday to raise awareness of Break Secure XP in the fight against cylinder manipulation attack. The national newspaper featured a special Homes & Improvements tabloid supplement with a dedicated section on safety and security. Mul-T-Lock offered the 250,000 readership consumer advice, including sourcing l...

The MOBOTIX S14 FlexMount camera will be available to see at booth #2959 atASIS International 2012   MOBOTIX Corp., an industry-leading provider of high-resolution, network-based security solutions, will showcase its flexible and discreet S14 FlexMount to the Americas market for the first time at this year’s ASIS Seminar & Exhibits, being held Sept. 10-13, 2012, at the Pennsylvania Convention Center. At booth #2959, conference attendees can get a first look at t...