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Dortronics’ new 5278 Series of touchless switches utilises optical infrared technology

Dortronics' new 5278 Series of proximity activated switches help users maintain a sanitary environment Dortronics Systems, Inc. today at ISC West unveiled its new 5278 series of proximity activated switches with industry-leading functionality and design to help users maintain a sanitary environment. The economical solution for touchless ingress/egress utilises optical infrared technology, allowing a simple wave of the hand to activate the switch. “When utilised wit...

Dortronics names Vihon Associates as manufacturers rep for its line of access control solutions

Vihon Associates will represent Dortronics in Tennessee, Alabama, Georgia and Mississippi Dortronics Inc. announced a new manufacturers rep for its line of access control solutions. Effective as of March 1st, Vihon Associates of Roswell, GSA and Tullahoma, TN will represent Dortronics in Tennessee, Alabama, Georgia and Mississippi. “Vihon has the experience and resources to strengthen our current business relationships in the region and also bring us new opportunities,&...

Dortronics unveils surface-mount back boxes for its door access control solutions at ISC West

Dortronics' back boxes can be used indoors or outdoors in a harsh environment Dortronics Systems, Inc., the industry's premier supplier of off-the-shelf and custom-fabricated door control solutions, has introduced two new surface-mount back boxes for use with the company's piezo switches and other door control devices at ISC West. Available in single gang back box and a narrow jamb mount box styles, the two new back boxes expand installation flexibility and can be used indoors...

Dortronics adds proximity activated switches to its line of access control solutions

Dortronics Inc. today introduced the addition of proximity activated switches and surface mount back boxes to its industry leading line of access control solutions. The 5278 Series of proximity activated switches allows a simple wave of the hand to activate the switch and the SS5000 Series Surface Mount Back Boxes expand installation flexibility. “Whether they are used in a hospital, casino or even a warehouse, the performance and quality of these new devices will far exceed the appl...

Altronix to showcase rack mount battery enclosure at ISC West 2012

The RE2 enclosure accommodates back-up batteries for rack-mounted power supply/chargers Altronix, the leading manufacturer of low voltage power supplies and peripherals for the electronic security industry, is displaying a unique rack mount battery enclosure here at ISC West. The RE2 enclosure is designed to neatly accommodate back-up batteries for rack-mounted power supply/chargers. “The RE2 is designed to house batteries in a rack configuration to provide a simple yet...

Brivo integrates its ACS OnSite Aparato with Xtralis ADPRO FastTrace 2

Brivo Systems LLC, leader in Software as Service applications for security management, recently announced that effective March 13, the company now supports the Xtralis ADPRO FastTrace 2 for ACS OnSite Aparato. Xtralis has been a pioneer in life safety and security for more than 25 years. With more than 110 separate innovations in the company’s technology portfolio, Xtralis leads the market in very early warning fire detection and integrated security solutions, including perimeter, multi-s...

SECURITEC Cambodia 2012 Expo to showcase latest security trends

At the show will be a range of services for property protection including alarm systems, CCTV and access control A88 Capital, a promotional and events company is launching the first ever security show in Cambodia, SECURITEC Cambodia 2012 Expo. The event will take place at the largest Exhibition Hall Diamond Island (Koh Pich) Phnom Penh from the 10th - 12th May 2012. As the first international-based security exhibition in Cambodia, participating in the event will maximise your...

Bosch Security Systems launches new Training Academy microsite for Asia Pacific Region

The microsite benefits users by providing course information within a single page Bosch Security Systems is pleased to announce the launch of the new Training Academy microsite for Asia Pacific Region (APR). With this new initiative, customers can now have access to all of APR Training Academy's individual course profiles, updated Training Calendar, Application form as well as a "Getting to Bosch Singapore Location" all within a single page. This offers users great convenien...

PPM 2000 publishes a case study on using Perspective throughout Microsoft Global Security

The case study focuses on Microsoft's deployment of Perspective in Global Security Operations Centers PPM 2000 Inc., the industry’s leading developer of Incident Reporting and Investigation Management software, has published a new case study on the use of their flagship application, Perspective, throughout Microsoft Global Security. This insightful look at a real-world application focuses on Microsoft’s deployment of Perspective in all three of their Global Securi...

BSIA introduces Close Protection Special Award

The latest addition in the BSIA's award portfolio is sponsored by Camberford Law PLC The British Security Industry Association (BSIA) has launched a new Close Protection Special Award, to recognise and reward excellence in the field of Close Protection, and raise the profile of the many outstanding professionals operating in this dynamic sector. The latest addition in the BSIA’s awards portfolio is sponsored by Camberford Law PLC and will be presented alongside the Secu...

Secutech India attracts security industry players from over 10 countries and regions

The need for security products and services in India is increasing due to rising security awareness The first edition of Secutech India, a trade show for security and safety technologies and solutions, opened at the Bombay Exhibition Centre.  Running from 1 – 3 March 2012, the show is organised by Messe Frankfurt and Asian Business Exhibition & Conferences Ltd (ABEC) and attracted more than 150 exhibitors in 10,000 sqm of exhibition space. Mr Parson Lee, M...

G4S Technology releases Javelin, a new range of card readers

G4S Technology introduces the Javelin - a new range of card readers designed and built to look good, be user friendly and reduce environmental impact. The Javelin sets the standard, not only for its green design and build but also through its technological capabilities. The features of the Javelin card reader range have been thought through to provide high security, modern design and usability. The Javelin is one of the first card readers on the market to offer a four line graphical display w...

Raytec introduces VARIO illuminators allowing users to adjust output angle of an illuminator

VARIO illuminators allow users to adjust the output angle of an illuminator on site to a precise and pre-defined angle through a sophisticated VARIO optical system. A standard VARIO kit includes interchangeable lenses to deliver angles of 10, 30 and 60 degrees out of the box; enough flexibility to cover most applications. Other angles are available on request. VARIO illuminators achieve longer illumination distances and allow cameras to produce better images than traditional LED illuminators...

eIQnetworks publishes solution brief on attaining consistent, continuous compliance with DISA STIGs

 SecureVue reduces STIG audit personnel and administrative costs by 90%eIQnetworks, Inc., the only global provider of a unified situational awareness solution, recently published a solution brief entitled, "Configuration Auditing in SecureVue using DISA Secure Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs)," outlining how federal agencies can quickly and easily attain consistent, continuous compliance with DISA STIGs and achieve rapid certification and accreditation (C&A) with eIQ's...

projectiondesign supplies projectors to AV systems designer and integrator Jumbo Vision International

 The projectors are used in communication and control room  environmentClearly demonstrating its ability to provide tailor-made visual solutions that deliver rapid return on investment for end customers, Norway's projectiondesign has supplied its projectors to specialist AV systems designer and integrator Jumbo Vision International. These are used in a communication and control room environment aimed at facilitating decision-making during critical stages in the commissioning and runnin...

CNL Software appoints three engineers to expand its US operations

 Jonathan Barker, Mitch Mershon and Darren Monroe will help commercialise CNL's PSIM softwareCNL Software, a world leader in Physical Security Information Management (PSIM) software, is pleased to announce that it has expanded its US operations with the addition of three engineers to support knowledge transfer within its partner network.The addition of Jonathan Barker, a senior software development engineer along with Mitch Mershon and Darren Monroe as solutions engineers, is affirmation of...

IndigoVision introduces situation management software, SMS4 release 4 to safeguard evidence

SMS4 release 4, launched recently, adds system integrity assurance, a continuous assessment of the health of the system to ensure every part is operating correctly. This safeguards the evidential chain and brings peace of mind that when a situational response is called for the system is ready and capable.Operators are now alerted the instant there is a problem, whether camera, storage or network-related, letting them see what is wrong and where. Automatic escalation ensures that no integrity ale...

Linear re-organises its outside sales representatives into the new System Sales Group

The System Sales Group will offer customers with a single point of contact for all of Linear’s products and brands Linear LLC, the leading supplier of electronic products for a host of residential and commercial applications, is excited to announce the re-organisation of its outside sales representatives into the new System Sales Group. Customers now have a single point of contact for all of Linear’s products and brands, inclusive of: Garage Door Operators...

Linear announces Duane Paulson as its new Senior Vice President, Product & Market Development

Duane Paulson will be responsible for technical services, marketing, and product and business development Linear LLC, the leading supplier of electronic products for a host of residential and commercial applications, is excited to announce that Duane Paulson has been named Senior Vice President, Product & Market Development. Paulson has responsibility for technical services, marketing, and product and business development, and will report directly to Linear President Mike...

Linear announces new Battery Backup Unit for DCO800 DC-powered garage door operator

Linear LLC, the leading supplier of electronic products for a host of residential and commercial applications, is pleased to announce immediate availability of its new Battery Backup Unit (BBU). The easy-to-mount BBU accessory complements Linear’s popular DCO800 DC-powered garage door operator, and gives dealers enhanced opportunities for add-on and retrofit sales. The compact BBU mounts entirely inside the LDCO800 enclosure, maintaining the aesthetically-pleasing characteristics of the D...

Bosch Security Systems to exhibit OMNEO media networking architecture at ISE 2012

 OMNEO uses Audinate's Dante networking technology to offer routable IP media transport Bosch Security Systems recently introduced OMNEO, its media networking architecture at ISE 2012.OMNEO has a media program transport protocol suite that offers low-latency, high-quality multichannel media stream exchange. The system also has a robust control protocol suite that provides reliable and secure system control for pro media networks of all sizes, from small to intercontinental.OMNEO's...

Raytec redefines CCTV lighting with latest innovation- VARIO

VARIO is the latest innovation in illumination from Raytec. It is the most important technology development since the initial launch of RAYMAX and RAYLUX and redefines CCTV lighting. VARIO LED illuminators combine the latest advances in optics, remote control, electronic feedback and green technology into an outstanding all-round package. Available in Infra-Red and White-Light, the unique VARIO beam pattern system is the latest development in adjustable, interchangeable optics and allows users...

IEI Technology introduces advanced UPC series with increased processor speed

IEI Technology Corp. (IEI), the global industrial computing innovator, introduced the UPC-V312-D525, an advanced UPC series 12.1" fanless panel PC with Intel® Atom D525 processor.  The dual-core Intel® AtomTM D525 processor series provides an increased processor speed of 1.8 GHz and supports 800 MHz DDR3 memory.  The UPC-V312-D525 is characterised by its ultra rugged metal chassis and built-in SSD with the ability to survive the continuous shocks and jolts of a forklift.&n...

infinias signs Premier Systems Group as its manufacturer's representative for Pacific Northwest

Premier Systems Group will represent infinias in Washington, Montana, Idaho, Oregon and Alaskainfinias, LLC recently announced the signing of Premier Systems Group as their manufacturer's representative for the territory consisting of the following states: Washington, Montana, Idaho, Oregon and Alaska. "We are pleased to have Premier Systems Group representing infinas in the Pacific Northwest. Ed Alvarado, Erin Normile and David Anderson will offer innovative solutions and support to our...

CBC Europe introduces mini-dome cameras to its retail surveillance range

As a new survey warns of the escalating cost of retail crime in the UK, leading surveillance solutions manufacturer CBC (Europe) has strengthened its retail CCTV range by introducing an innovative range of internal mini-dome cameras. These new 3-inch units offer retailers the advantages of discreet, low cost and high-res 600TVL resolution surveillance. Installation time using the C-D3000 range is minimised using an optional Quick Install Pipe, while standard features include enhanced picture qu...

Ipsotek to exhibit its award winning technology Tag and Track at Intersec 2012

 The event will be conducted between 15-17 Jan 2012 at the Dubai International Convention and Exhibition Centre Ipsotek announces it will exhibit its award winning technology at Intersec during 15-17 January 2012 at the Dubai International Convention and Exhibition Centre.Established for over 13 years, Intersec is the leading and most important regional trade event in the security, safety and protection industries. It features a brand profile of 4 niche vertical sections, namely: Commerci...

Panasonic launches KX-MB1500 and KX-MB1520 ultra compact laser printers

The new Panasonic range was conceived with reduced device footprint and compact size at the forefront of design considerations. Both space-saving KX-MB1500 and KX-MB1520 MFPs integrate the printer output tray within the device body, reducing the footprint by 25% and the volume by 40%. With One-Touch Buttons for frequently used functions and a slanted control panel; operation, ergonomics and comfort is maximised regardless of whether users are standing or seated. What's more, for users that re...

Airport Security Asia 2012 to address importance of aviation security training for non-aviation personnel

 Aviation security training should be extended to non-aviation security personnelIf aviation security personnel fail to pay attention to the experiences or make too quick an evaluation, a terrorist attack the magnitude of 9/11 could happen again, says Subagiyo Basiran, General Manager, at Jakarta's Soekarno - Hatta International Airport. "What we have to do is we have to think and think out of the box. We have to go a little bit further away from the security matter. I thought that...

Pivot3 hires James Hajek as the company’s Chief Financial Officer

Hajek will be a core memeber of the Pivot3 leadership teamPivot3®, Inc, a leading provider of unified storage and compute appliances, recently announced that James Hajek has been named the company's Chief Financial Officer, effective immediately. Hajek will be a core member of the Pivot3 leadership team, responsible for all finance and operations functions, as it expands its business in both emerging and established markets. "James' skills in driving operational excellence aligned wit...

Women’s Security Council to award women in the field of physical security

 Women's Security Council will award women who have made it in the field of physical security The Women's Security Council, a network of successful security professionals focused on promoting the advancement of women in the industry, this week unveiled its Women of the Year awards programme. The inaugural initiative aims to recognise the top female professionals in the physical security industry in a variety of categories.The WSC Women of the Year Award recipients will be honoured during IS...

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