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The CE3F door closer is equipped with adjustable closing speed and latch action for complete control The new CE3F door closer is now available from UNION, part of ASSA ABLOY Security Solutions, a UK division of ASSA ABLOY, a provider of door opening solutions. Certifire approved The CE3F is the only fixed size 3-rack and pinion door closer in its class that is CE Marked and fire rated for metal and fire doors in all three mounting positions: regular, transom and parallel. I...

Gallagher’s new mobile solution significantly reduces costs and simplifies administration through a range of exclusive features Gallagher, a technology manufacturer, announced the global release of its latest state-of-the-art mobile security solution: Gallagher Mobile Connect. Harnessing Bluetooth wireless technology and the power of smartphones, Mobile Connect transforms a mobile phone in to an access device—empowering businesses to use mobile technology in place...

HID goID platform enables instant over-the-air provisioning of IDs to citizens’ smartphones and secure access to cloud-based government information services Powered by ASSA ABLOY’s Seos technology, the HID goID platform for mobile IDs enables instant over-the-air provisioning of government-issued IDs to citizens’ smartphones and secure access to cloud-based government information services. Rob Haslam, Vice President and Managing Director of Government ID Sol...

Schneider Electric is further establishing its innovation community for each of its end markets Schneider Electric, a specialist in energy management and automation, announced the launch of its next generation EcoStruxure architecture and platform to deliver IoT-enabled solutions at scale for building, grid, industry, and data centre customers. The enhanced architecture and platform is open, scalable, and interoperable, connecting the three core layers of Schneider Electric&rs...

TDSi’s range of GARDiS software drew large crowds at Expoprotection 2016 Integrated security manufacturer TDSi’s new range of GARDiS software was the star attraction on the company’s stand at Expoprotection 2016 in Paris this month. TDSi’s appearance at the show drew large crowds from across France and Europe, as well further afield, with visitors from countries including as Morocco, Tunisia, Algeria, Monaco, Ivory Coast and Hungary. Good reception to...

New workshop expected to welcome hundreds of military and homeland security professionals The military and special ops play a vital role in the prevention of, and response to, mass emergency and large scale security incidents. Governments across Europe have been mobilising their armed forces to support homeland security services in the advent of the so-called Islamic State. Protecting key sites Following the launch of Operation Sentinelle after the massacre at Charlie Hebdo...

The eLearning course examines the key techniques in identifying and managing loss, essential security management knowledge and skills needed for the retail sector Perpetuity Academy continues to expand its eLearning prospectus with the addition of a Managing Retail Security course designed to benefit anyone who is involved in preventing loss within the retail sector. The IQ level 4 Managing Retail Security course, delivered through Perpetuity’s eLearning platform allows...

Farpointe Data’s P-640 and P-620 proximity readers and Delta6.4 smart card reader meet the impending requirements for 2-factor authentication as described by NIST’s federal guideline Farpointe Data, the access control industry's trusted global partner for RFID solutions, announced that its Pyramid P-640 proximity card reader with keypad, P-620 mullion style proximity card reader with keypad and Delta6.4 smart card reader with keypad meet the impending requirements...

Mr. Putman will be responsible for expanding AFA’s business in the southeast territory AFA Protective Systems, (AFA) a New York based super regional fire safety and security systems integrator, announces that the company has appointed Mike Putman as the Regional Sales & Business Development Manager in Atlanta, Georgia. Mr. Putman will be responsible for expanding AFA’s business in the southeast territory and leveraging the long-term customer relationships that...

The open-laboratory will begin operations from December 2016 Hitachi, Ltd. announced the establishment of an open-laboratory within the Yokohama Research Laboratory (YRL) to conduct prototyping and proof-of-value with customers—a part of the collaborative creation process—to realise open innovation. Operation will begin from December 2016. The open-laboratory is composed of three laboratories to develop new application technologies for specific business areas, and...

The Taipei Plugfest drew 42 technical experts from 15 companies from around the world ONVIF, a global standardisation initiative for IP-based physical security products, hosted its 15th ONVIF Developers’ Plugfest (ODP) between 9th-11th November in Taipei, Taiwan, at the Fullon Tamsui Fisherman’s Wharf in the city’s Tamsui District. With multiple testings of ONVIF conformant products, the Developers’ Plugfest included interoperability testing for five ON...

Geutebruck sealed the partnership with Elbo Technology in Windhagen Geutebruck is expanding its network of Dutch partners: Katharina Geutebruck, Managing Director of Geutebruck GmbH and Erwin Wigmans, Managing Director of Elbo Technology, have sealed the partnership in Windhagen. The Geutebruck Managing Directors, Katharina Geutebruck and Christoph Hoffmann rely on the specific market expertise of their regional sales partners, "We are focused on creating advantages for our c...

Nortek Security & Control announced the expansion of its manufacturing capacity by 25 percent Nortek Security & Control, a provider of security, smart home, and wellness technology, announced new executive staff additions and role changes to better position itself for continued growth, deliver faster product time to market, fuel more innovation, and serve a growing customer base. Additionally, Nortek Security & Control will be expanding its manufacturing capacity b...

Intersec 2017 shines spotlight on emerging technologies as Middle East outpaces global growth in biometric solutions A Dubai university’s cloud-based biometric time attendance system is growing in popularity across the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), as the regional education sector joins other industries adopting new technology to boost safety and security.  The Hult International Business School in Dubai was the first to test Swiss company TBS’s (Touchless...

UNION’s keyULTRA boasts enhanced features like the highest key related security, resistance to bumping, drilling, picking and plug extraction, along with being approved for use on 60-minute fire doors UNION, part of ASSA ABLOY Security Solutions, a UK division of ASSA ABLOY, a leader in door opening solutions, has enhanced the quality and finish of its keyULTRA master key system. UNION’s keyULTRA master key system is patented until 2028. This patent protects the k...

The SALTO Hospitality solution delivers a richer, smarter hospitality experience for guests and further business opportunities for hotels SALTO’s stylish AElement RFID lock now supports the company’s JustIN Mobile technology, offering hotel guests a convenient and keyless experience with the help of mobile access. By integrating AElement locks and mobile access, SALTO Hospitality makes it possible for guests and hotel staff to use their mobile devices as a key, re...

SmartTask app ensures that planned checks are taking place and management information is being gathered electronically There are serious health and safety consequences of missed or inadequate lock-up checks in highly-populated public buildings and retail stores according to Paul Ridden, Managing Director of Skillweb. However, security companies have an opportunity to deliver a value-added service and added peace of mind to building managers by providing monitored inspections o...

Cloe Snell will aim to develop, manage, and support company’s installer and integrator network ievo Ltd, a Newcastle-based designer and manufacturer of biometric fingerprint recognition systems, has appointed Cloe Snell as Regional Manager for the North.Covering the area North of the M62 corridor including Scotland, Cloe started with the company in September 2016 with an aim to develop, manage, and support ievo Ltd’s ever-growing installer and integrator network.Re...

Over 100 exhibiting brands showcased the latest productive and cutting edge technologies The sixth edition of BuildTech Asia 2016, the region’s leading trade show for the building and construction industry, recorded an increased visitor attendance of 35% over the three-day event. Organised by Sphere Exhibits and hosted by the Building and Construction Authority (BCA), the annual trade show was held from 18 to 20 October, in conjunction with the Singapore Construction Pro...

EPM has shown the leadership in adapting itself to the demands of the digital world Emirates Photo Marketing L.L.C. is the former supplier of materials to Kodak. The company, which is located in the United Arab Emirates, is a major provider of security concepts for end users. LEGIC is proud to have such a renowned company among its partners. EPM works with LEGIC reader and smartcard ICs. They build solutions for different end users like police departments, governments, educat...

The new website provides a reliable, concise, and clear understanding of SALTO Systems solutions Created exclusively for the hospitality industry’s access control needs and requirements, the new website aims to cover the broad spectrum of access control within the hospitality sector.It provides hoteliers worldwide with a reliable, concise, and clear understanding of the solutions SALTO Systems provides for the sector.Reliable and economical solutions“SALTO Hospital...

Simon’s role as Sales Manager will be to maintaining existing relationships and develop customer base CNL Software, a leader in Physical Security Information Management (PSIM) software, is pleased to announce that it has expanded its global sales team with the appointment of Simon Jones to the role of Sales Manager UK & Europe. Simon’s primary role will be to nurture the company’s existing customer relationships and to develop and expand the UK and Europe...

Solution providers to use the Secutech 2017 platform to demo their latest products and technologies Secutech will return for its 20th edition from 12 – 14 April 2017, celebrating its status as the ideal platform to explore and expand business for the global safety and security industry. Held at the Taipei Nangang Exhibition Centre, the show will house more than 450 exhibitors across an exhibition space of over 35,800 sqm. Prominent brands have already confirmed their par...

The market expansion will allow PSA Security Network to expand its membership base PSA Security Network announced that it will be expanding its market footprint to include the professional audio-visual and communications market. The market expansion will offer qualified systems integrators in the professional audio-visual/communications and physical security industries access to more than 170 industry-leading product lines through PSA Security Network. “We are seeing mo...

BullGuard protection now extends to PC, Mac, and Android devices all from one license BullGuard, a consumer security company, announced the latest version of its industry-leading antimalware protection software, BullGuard Internet Security. Known for delivering award-winning, easy-to-use security tools designed to protect consumers from online threats, the latest version of BullGuard Internet Security offers greater protection for cloud storage services including Dropbox, Goog...

Timothy Murphy, Dave Shackleford, and Amir Orad will conduct a video webinar on December 8, 2016 LightCyber, a provider of behavioural attack detection solutions, has announced the formation of its Advisory Board to bring together industry leaders to advise the company on new market opportunities and technical or market directions. The initial members are: Timothy P. Murphy, former Deputy Director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and current President of Thomson...

Ronny Bjones spent 30 years of his career advancing IT security and identity management EEMA, an independent not for profit, European think tank focussing on identification, authentication, privacy, risk management, cyber security, the Internet of Things and mobile applications, has presented Ronny Bjones with its Lifetime Achievement Award. Extensive work experience Every year at the ISSE conference, EEMA bestows its highest accolade on one individual that has made a signif...

Servest is encouraging retailers to consider in-store security plans Last year, the National Police Chiefs' Council issued warnings to retailers to consider the security implications associated with the sales surge expected this Black Friday (Friday 25th November). Originally an American calendar event designed to mark the beginning of the Christmas shopping season, Black Friday promises to be the day when British shoppers hit the shops in order to make the most of the deals...

FaceSentinel is the world’s first biometric access control authentication product powered by Deep Learning At UK Security Expo 2016, facial recognition provider Aurora will be demonstrating its AI-powered FaceSentinel system, which allows registered users to open doors, turnstiles, and speed lanes simply by looking at a sensor, with no need for any additional verification such as tokens, cards, or PINs. The facial recognition system is integrated with Fastlane gates from...

Along with new solutions, Matrix will demonstrate its complete range of time-attendance solutions Matrix, a leading manufacturer and provider of telecom and security solutions, is participating in IFSEC India 2016, from 8th to 10th December 2016. Matrix will be showcasing its video surveillance and people mobility solutions at the event.Centralised controlMatrix offers an enterprise-grade video management system designed, engineered, and built specifically for growing multi-lo...