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Johnson Controls unveils advanced CEM Systems AC2000 v10 access control system

Johnson Controls announces the release of CEM Systems AC2000 v10.1, which contains a number of new features that improve functionality and the user experience and help to mitigate health and safety risks. Support for a range of new third-party products that increase the performance and scope of the CEM Systems AC2000 access control system has also been added. The Health and Safety (H&S) Induction Check application for CEM Systems emerald intelligent access terminals allows cardholders to se...

ASSA ABLOY’s commercial access control solutions on display at Intersec 2019

With access control for the simplest to the most complex application, ASSA ABLOY has a security solution to make any building smarter. Our wireless, battery-powered devices include Intersec’s Access Control Product of the Year, one of many created to secure buildings sustainably in the connected cities of the future. The ASSA ABLOY stand for Intersec 2019 (Sheik Saeed Hall 1, Stand A12) showcases the following commercial access control technologies and devices. Aperio H100: access contro...

Nortech provides advanced technical training courses for access control system installers and integrators

People and vehicle access control specialist, Nortech’s technical training courses have been specially designed to make sure that installers/system integrators are equipped with the skills and knowledge needed to install, maintain and troubleshoot Nortech systems. Real-world security issues Led by highly experienced technical experts, Nortech’s courses combine hands-on practice with theoretical sessions covering real-world security issues and take place at the company’s dedic...

Bird Home Automation Group launches DoorBird D2101IKH IP video door intercom

Berlin-based manufacturer Bird Home Automation Group expands its line of IP video door intercoms with the new DoorBird D2101IKH. This new model is equipped with an info panel and an integrated keypad for access control PIN codes. Further components of this powerful door intercom and access control solution include a wide-angle camera, RFID reader, one call button and two-way audio system. Backlit info panel The DoorBird D2101IKH IP video door intercom is weatherproof and made of stainless stee...

HID Global’s Soma Atlas CLAP Operating System wins Calypso light application technology award

HID Global®, a provider of trusted identity solutions, announces that its Soma Atlas™ CLAP Operating System won the Best Innovation Award at the 6th annual Calypso Awards Ceremony in Cannes last month. With this operating system, HID Global is bringing a new level of trust to low-cost contactless tickets for public transportation. This innovative technology enables next-generation automated fare collection. HID Global is the world’s first ticketing solution provider to be certif...

CeComunica slated to launch Digital Mobile Radio trunking network supplied by Hytera

CeComunica, a Professional Mobile Radio (PMR) operator in Panama, is slated to launch in December a Digital Mobile Radio (DMR) Tier III trunking network supplied by Hytera, global provider of innovative PMR solutions. This new nationwide network will provide advanced and reliable mission and business critical communications services to a large number of users from sectors such as ports, airports, ground transportations, hospitality, retailing and security companies in Panama. DMR Tier III trunk...

ETELM’s strategic collaboration allows for full 4G tactical end-to-end infrastructure solution

ETELM, global manufacturer of advanced mission critical communications radio infrastruture, has announced a recent strategic partnership with HALYS and ENENSYS to provide a full end-to-end infrastructure solution that will fill the operational requirements of tactical LTE deployments. Tactical LTE deployments The partnership’s solution addresses the challenges that PMR users are facing when requiring autonomous private LTE deployments, as well as providing an advanced solution for commun...

Aratek unveils Marshall 5: Takes ‘Identify-Anywhere’ to new level

Aratek announces the launching of Marshall 5, an all-in-one biometric handheld device that promises to take identification-anywhere to the next level.‍ The Marshall 5 is a powerful and complete solution that seamlessly integrates with various FBI-certified fingerprint scanners such as FAP 20, FAP 30, or FAP 45, giving customers the utmost flexibility to perform identification and authentication for every requirement and from virtually any location. Biometric handheld device It integrates...

UBM India hosts IFSEC 2018 for Organisations to showcase latest security technology and trends

The International Fire & Security Exhibition and Conference (IFSEC) India Expo, South Asia's largest security, civil protection and fire safety show by UBM India, is gearing up for its 12th edition which is slated for December 5th - 7th, 2018 at Pragati Maidan, New Delhi. Supported by the Asian Professional Security Association (APSA), American Society for Industrial Security (ASIS), Electronic Security Association of India (ESAI), Overseas Security Advisory Council (OSAC) and the Associate...

Global LMR infrastructure and system integration market touches US$ 4.6 billion in 2017 according to IHS Markit study

The global market for licensed mobile radio (LMR) infrastructure and system integration grew 14 percent, reaching $4.6 billion in 2017. Significant growth was noted in Asia, as revenues increased by 26 percent. However, Europe also experienced 8 percent growth in infrastructure and system integration revenue. Cost-optimised digital technology Cost-optimised digital technology accounted for the largest infrastructure and system integration market in 2017, accounting for 50 percent of all infras...

Nedap launches next generation of ANPR platform for effective license plate reading

Nedap - specialist in long-range identification solutions - launches the next generation of its Automatic Number Plate Recognition (ANPR) platform. With the introduction of two brand-new cameras, Nedap answers to the rapidly growing demand for effective license plate reading in vehicle access control applications. In a relatively short period, license plate recognition technology for vehicle access control has become very popular. Nedap’s ANPR cameras identify vehicles by capturing their...

Morse Watchmans showcases KeyWatcher key control and AssetWatcher asset management solution at ISC East 2018

Morse Watchmans, global provider of key control and asset management systems, is showcasing their KeyWatcher Touch key management system at ISC East in New York City. Also, on display is AssetWatcher, their RFID-powered asset management solution for sensitive and valuable assets. KeyWatcher Touch system “We always love the opportunity to get our product in front of new faces,” said Fernando Pires, CEO at Morse Watchmans. “ISC East gives us the chance to show the NY metro area...

Senstar launches compact version of the Flare RTLS personal protection device

Senstar is pleased to announce a new, more compact version of its Flare Real-Time Locating System (RTLS) personal protection device (PPD), the PPD Compact. The Flare RTLS keeps staff working in high-threat environments safe by instantly identifying and locating personal duress alarms at the touch of a button. The original PPD is a robust, utility belt-holster device specifically designed for frontline correctional workers. The new PPD Compact provides a smaller, sleeker option for support and a...

PRYME RADIO credits IEEE for contributing to its lasting communications achievements

For over a century, IEEE's mission has been to advance technology for the benefit of humanity. As the world’s largest technical professional organisation, IEEE’s global community includes over 420,000 members in engineering, computing and technology, collaborating on communications, consumer electronics, robotics, sustainable energy, aerospace, life sciences, and many other critical initiatives. Dave George felicitated with IEEE Life Membership Dave George has been an active IEEE me...

Secutech 2019 to focus on integrated solutions shaped by artificial intelligence and IoT

Secutech, the business platform for safety and security products returns for its 22nd edition next year with a sharpened focus on artificial intelligence and IoT technology. The fair will be held from 8 – 10 May 2019 at the Taipei Nangang Exhibition Centre in Taipei. IoT and artificial intelligence technologies are continuing to transform the security industry by opening up new avenues for product functionality. The traditional surveillance camera that was once used solely for security pu...

Vicon introduces smartphone credentialing for its VAX Access Control System

Vicon Industries, Inc., designer and manufacturer of video surveillance and access control software, hardware and components brings a new level of convenience and simplicity to its VAX Access Control solution with today’s introduction of mobile credentialing. This new feature allows VAX customers to present their smartphones, instead of cards or fobs, to specialised Bluetooth-enabled VAX door readers. Smartphone and mobile credentialing Upon installation of a custom smartphone “wal...

Nortech offers smart people identification using mobile access technology for MACE platform

People and vehicle access control specialist Nortech is now offering smart people identification using mobile access technology. The Nedap MACE platform allows any access control system to use smartphones as access credentials. The platform consists of a cloud-based service, readers and the MACE app. The MACE app can receive and store multiple virtual identity credentials. The credentials can be presented to MACE readers using NFC, Bluetooth Low Energy or QR codes. The process of issuing these...

LEGIC’s reader IC and mobile services power Farpointe’s Conekt mobile access control solution

By leveraging each other‘s technologies as companies sharing the dormakaba banner, LEGIC and Farpointe Data are at the forefront of the new expanding market for secure mobile credentials. LEGIC‘s 6000 series reader ICs and the mobile service LEGIC Connect are at the heart of Farpointe‘s new, award-winning Conekt mobile smartphone access control solution. Farpointe’s first Conekt products are the K-BLE mobile access credentials and K-SMART3 electronic access readers with...

COSEC VEGA FAX offers access control and time-attendance solutions for organisations

COSEC VEGA FAX is engineered with careful blend of aesthetics, size, connectivity, reliability and ease of use for modern enterprises. It is a perfect fit for Access Control and Time-Attendance solution for modern organisations. COSEC VEGA FAX Moreover, COSEC VEGA FAX is an open system allowing integration with third party hardware. Using auxiliary input and output ports, Fire Alarm system and Video Surveillance system can be connected without any need for external hardware modules. Motion sen...

Matrix to showcase security biometric, access, surveillance and communication solutions at NPPC 2018

Matrix Comsec is to participate in the NPPC (National Public Procurement Conclave) 2018 to be held in New Delhi from 30th to 31st October 2018. Matrix will be exhibiting their communication and security solutions along with other enterprise grade solutions. IP solutions for modern enterprises From the Telecom domain, Matrix will be exhibiting the newly launched pure IP solutions for modern enterprises - PRASAR UCS and the smart video IP deskphone - SPARSH VP710 at the event. The company will a...

LEGIC technology platform offers secure identification and connectivity for ID and IoT applications

The five LEGIC components Connect, Mobile SDK, reader IC, smartcard IC as well as key and authorisation management are seamlessly working together to provide a powerful technology platform for secure ID and IoT applications. For example, for BLE mobile ID, use Connect to deploy ID rights onto mobile devices running an app which is built on LEGIC’s mobile SDK (Android or iOS). The mobile ID rights can then be easily accessed by a reader incorporating a LEGIC reader IC. All three of these L...

LEGIC’s SM-6300 reader IC offers a secure platform for ID and Internet of Things applications

The SM-6300 is LEGIC’s latest reader IC to secure ID and Internet of Things applications. Thanks to the embedded certified secure element (SE), the new reader chip is also ideal for ID and IoT applications with the highest security. Another advantage of the SM-6300 is the very compact “System-in-Package” design. ID and IoT solutions The SM-6300 includes a tamperproof hardware secure element (SE), where all key material is stored. This enables a wide range of innovative ID an...

LEGIC SM-4200 and SM-4500 reader ICs support all common RFID standards based on 13.56 MHz

The SM-4200 and SM-4500 reader ICs support all common RFID standards based on 13.56 MHz. Their compact size and patented wake-up circuitry make them the right choice for all kind of applications. Integrated key storage In addition to LEGIC advant and prime, the SM-4200 and SM-4500 support many third-party technologies. With their integrated key storage and MIFARE key derivation, secure usage and full compatibility with existing MIFARE installations can be achieved. Combine and manage applica...

LEGIC’s SC-4300 offers a secure identification solution with multi-technology reader chipset

LEGIC’s Security Chipset SC-4300 is the latest member of the proven LEGIC 4000 series reader ICs. This innovative, state-of-the-art reader chipset supports various RFID standards as well as BLE and NFC to communicate with smart devices. Multi-technology reader chipset Exploit the possibilities of LEGIC Connect and extend your reader´s RFID capability. Together with the central LEGIC Trusted Service and the LEGIC Mobile SDK for managing data on smart devices, the SC-4300 is part of...

LEGIC’s CTC smartcard ICs with three RF standards are perfect for migration to LEGIC advant

LEGIC’s CTC smartcard ICs are the perfect choice for migration to LEGIC advant. Combined on a CTC, three RF standards can communicate with the reader IC and are protected against attacks by means of modern encryption algorithms. LEGICs CTC (Cross-Standard Transponder Chip) is the solution for a flexible migration to LEGIC advant. The CTC platform enables users to move between installations with different RF standards. Depending on security requirements, individual areas can be selectivel...

Legic showcases range of highly secure ID and IoT applications at Security Essen 2018

Security, flexibility, and comfort – that is what LEGIC stands for. The Swiss security company displays their range of highly secure ID and IoT applications at security essen, which takes place from September 25 to 28, 2018. Secure-only – that is LEGIC’s motto at this year’s trade fair – whether it applies to access control, time tracking, electronic transfers, mobility or smart cities. LEGIC secures all components of its technology platform with state-of-the-art s...

March Networks to exhibit intelligent video surveillance solutions for retail industry and cannabis operators at GSX 2018

March Networks, a global provider of advanced video surveillance and video-based business intelligence solutions, is pleased to announce its complete lineup for Global Security Exchange (GSX) 2018. In addition to the company’s industry-leading solutions for financial, retail and transportation organisations, March Networks will showcase its newly launched Software as a Service (SaaS) offering for quick service restaurant (QSR) and convenience store (c-store) franchisees, as well as its se...

Getac launches new F110-Ex tablet for exceptional productivity in hazardous environments

Getac has announced the launch of the new F110-Ex fully-rugged tablet, as an enhancement to its popular F110 model, designed to deliver unrivalled efficiency, reliability and safety to workers in hazardous environments.  In many industrial sectors, extreme temperatures, poor weather conditions and close contact with dangerous substances are all factors to contend with daily. Workers need devices they can rely on for efficient field maintenance, accurate safety checks and equipment monitori...

Edesix to showcase integrated security technology solutions with Genetec at Security Essen 2018

Edesix, a provider of Body Worn Camera (BWC) solutions, will showcase its new integrated security technology on the Genetec stand at Security Essen 2018, the world's most important trade fair for security in Germany. Edesix has an integrated technology partnership with Genetec which enables Edesix Body Worn Cameras, and associated VideoManager software, to integrate seamlessly with Genetec Security Center. This integration offers streamlined wearable security management, support and storage for...

Morse Watchmans to showcase KeyWatcher and AssetWatcher systems at GSX 2018

Morse Watchmans, the provider of key control and asset management systems, is demonstrating the benefits of their KeyWatcher Touch key management system at the GSX show (formerly ASIS) in Las Vegas from September 25-27. The company is also showcasing AssetWatcher, their asset management solution which uses RFID along with proven KeyWatcher technology to secure and store valuable assets. “It’s always great to be able to put AssetWatcher and KeyWatcher Touch in front of our security i...

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