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National Security Inspectorate launches new certification scheme for powered gates at IFSEC 2016

The Powered Gate Code of Practice covers installers' responsibilities for gate design, new installations, risk assessment and commissioning The National Security Inspectorate (NSI) has announced the launch of its ground-breaking Powered Gates certification scheme. Installers and maintainers of powered gates, barriers and gate automation equipment are now able to obtain NSI approval for the Services they provide in this sector. NSI approval provides the ultimate reassurance fo...

Magma Thunderbolt and PCIe Expansion Systems validated with Matrox Video Wall and AV-over-IP solutions

Collaboration facilitates rapid deployment of high-performance, high- density encoding and decoding mobile command centres Matrox® Graphics Inc. announced that Magma Thunderbolt® and PCIe® expansion systems have been tested for reliability and functionality with the complete range of Matrox PCIe-based video wall and AV-over-IP product lines. The new collaboration facilitates rapid deployment of high-performance, high-density encoding and decoding mobile command...

Essence WeR@Home home management platform to be showcased at IFSEC’s Home Automation zone

IFSEC’s increased focus on IoT allowed Essence to showcase what they have been doing for years Essence, a provider of IoT, cloud-based connected living solutions, will be showcasing its WeR@Home Home Management Platform at the upcoming IFSEC International security exhibition in London to show how service providers can benefit from the new opportunities created by IoT. Leveraging more than 20 years in the security field, Essence’s end-to-end integrated platform let...

Door-Stop’s new Ultion, Avocet ABC and Yale Superior and UAP Zero lift cylinders for door security

Door-Stop offers Ultion cylinder, the Avocet ABC cylinder and the Yale Superior and UAP Zero lift cylinders UK’s composite door manufacturer, Door-Stop, has introduced a selection of cylinders to its range, including the new Ultion cylinder, which is one of the most secure cylinders available on the market. The range of cylinders, which can be found on the company’s door configurator, consist of the Ultion cylinder, the Avocet ABC cylinder and the Yale Superior a...

Tyco Security’s 2-Reader IP Access Control Module from Software House for network-based access control system

The IP-ACM is a highly flexible device, capable of supporting two individual doors or one door with in-and-out readers Tyco Security Products announces the 2-Reader IP Access Control Module (IP-ACM) from Software House, an Ethernet edge device that extends the scalability and cost-effectiveness of a network-based access control system.  The IP-ACM is installed near the doors it controls, helping to reduce wiring and installation costs. The door module can leverage a faci...

Barry Gregson accepts short term business development role at Rhino Doors

Barry has been involved in the steel industry for more than 35 years and will help re-brand the company Rhino Doors (“Rhino”), the high security door manufacturer, announces that Barry Gregson has accepted a short-term business development role with effect from 1st June 2016. During the rest of 2016 he will help Managing Director, Stuart Lawrence re-brand the company, implement a market communication programme, launch new product development initiatives, and establ...

AXIS A1001 network door controller, ASSA ABLOY Aperio wireless lock integration to be demonstrated at IFSEC 2016

  The integrated solution allows for management of wired and wireless doors Axis Communications, the market leader in network video, will be demonstrating its AXIS A1001 Network Door Controller, alongside ASSA ABLOY’s Aperio® wireless lock technology, at IFSEC International 2016. The new, seamless integration makes use of Aperio® battery-powered cylinders, escutcheons, locks and server rack solutions and enables IT administrators to manage an entire AXIS mana...

SRI Identity launches IOM Access Control Tablet for mainstream access control applications at IFSEC 2016

IOM Access Control Tablet fuses an access-control reader, biometrics, keypad, intercom, camera and other capabilities SRI Identity™, a line of business of SRI International, introduced its IOM Access Control Tablet for mainstream access control applications at IFSEC International in London. The tablet, on display at the SRI Identity Stand (# E1250), fuses an access-control reader, biometrics, keypad, intercom, camera and other capabilities to establish a new benchmark fo...

IFSEC 2016: SRI IOM Access Control Tablet integrates with System Galaxy Access Control software

Customers can experience broader IOM Tablet capabilities that can improve access control security increase operational efficiencies SRI Identity™, an SRI International line of business, and Galaxy Control Systems announce that the SRI IOM Access Control Tablet now supports integration with System Galaxy Access Control software. The SRIIOM Access Control Tablet will also now be available through the System Galaxy network of dealers. The integrated capabilities of the IOM...

ASSA ABLOY Yale smart locks integration with Turkey’s Pronet home/office security system at IFSEC 2016

Yale Digital Monoblock YDM3168 smart door lock works seamlessly with Pronet Plus Yale, an ASSA ABLOY brand, is bringing residential smart locks to one of Turkey’s leading home/office security systems. The Yale Digital Monoblock YDM3168 smart door lock works seamlessly with Pronet Plus, as part of an intelligent, integrated security solution for homes and offices in Turkey. Key-free solution This battery-operated Yale smart lock has 3 deadbolts and retrofits standard Tu...

Talisman Security Products launches Easiloc ‘Tear Off’ security seal

Easiloc is supplied in red, blue, green and yellow as standard Talisman Security Products, the U.K’s domestic manufacturer, and supplier, of tamper evident security seals is pleased to announce the release of a completely new product to add to their current extensive portfolio. User-friendly 'Tear-off' feature  The Easiloc ‘Tear Off’ pull tight seal has been designed with the customer in mind, and is a security seal with an easy to use ‘tear off&...

Zwipe and Hitachi High-Technologies announce partnership over commercial and technical cooperation

The partnership between Zwipe and Hitachi High-Technologies will include commercial and technical cooperation Zwipe, a provider of biometric identification technologies, and Hitachi High-Technologies Corporation, Hitachi Group’s trading company,   announced a partnership agreement. The framework agreement is outlining commitments for commercial and technical cooperation including sales and distribution rights for the full product portfolio of Zwipe’s solu...

Bosch Security Systems appoints Andrew Pigram as Managing Director for the UK and Ireland

Andrew’s knowledge about access control, fire detection and integrated systems will be a valuable asset for Bosch Bosch Security Systems Ltd have announced the appointment of Andrew Pigram as the new Managing Director for the UK and Ireland. Andrew joins Bosch Security from AMG Systems Ltd where he spent the last couple of years as Sales & Marketing Director.Industry knowledge Fredrik Thor, Bosch Security Systems, Vice President of Sales for Nordics, Great Britain &...

Matrix Comsec COSEC ARC single door access control panel

COSEC ARC works in two modes – standalone with COSEC PANEL or in a centralisedmode with COSEC CENTRA application server COSEC ARC is an intelligent compact IP panel with PoE for a single door. ARC dramatically simplifies access deployment. COSEC ARC works in two modes – standalone with COSEC PANEL or in a centralised mode with COSEC CENTRA application server. The state-of-the-art COSEC ARC can control 2 readers on Wiegand or RS-485, door lock and other auxiliary d...

Boon Edam launches Winglock Swing single wing access gate

The Winglock Swing is specifically designed to work with the contemporary Speedlane Lifeline series or as a stand-alone single installation Royal Boon Edam International B.V., a manufacturer of architectural revolving doors, today announced the launch of the Winglock Swing, an intuitive, elegant new single wing access gate. This gate is specifically designed to either coordinate with the contemporary Speedlane Lifeline series (as an additional specialised lane) or be used as a...

BullGuard releases guide to Internet of Things security for consumers

66 percent of consumers are very worried about hacks and breaches against their IoT devices BullGuard, an industry-leading internet security vendor, has released a detailed guide to the Internet of Things for consumers. The BullGuard Consumer Guide to the Internet of Things offers clear advice on the benefits of IoT devices, such as baby monitors, security cameras and wearables, but importantly also flags security issues. Lacking device security “Research shows that th...

UTC’s TruPortal 1.7.1 with elevator integration showcased at IFSEC 2016

TruPortal 1.7.1 delivers key features that help users manage their people, property and assets more efficiently UTC Fire & Security UK Ltd. will be showcasing the new features introduced with the latest update to the TruPortal access control system at IFSEC International June 21-23 in London. TruPortal is a web-based, multi-building solution, which offers mobile device applications for remote management, video surveillance and mustering. TruPortal 1.7.1 delivers key featu...

Zwipe launches Zwipe Access 2.0 biometric access control product at IFSEC 2016

Enhanced image capture and faster algorithm are among Zwipe Access 2.0's features Zwipe, a provider of biometric identification technologies, announced the launch of Zwipe Access 2.0. The updated access control product has several key enhancements such as faster authentication, enhanced image and capture capabilities, and reduced false rejection rates. Zwipe Access 2.0 is being launched at IFSEC in London.  “The enhanced features were developed based on market rese...

IFSEC international to launch a Borders & Infrastructure area in 2017

IFSEC Borders & Infrastructure will be a dedicated event strategically placed within the main body of the IFSEC exhibition IFSEC International, organised by UBM EMEA, have today announced the introduction in 2017 of the new Borders & Infrastructure Exhibition area, directly focusing on large scale security challenges including border control, national infrastructure, transport and key strategic assets. Supported by the BSIA and LPCB, IFSEC Borders & Infrastructure...

SALTO to present new access control range at IFSEC 2016

SALTO will present a new range of flexible access control products at IFSEC 2016 At IFSEC 2016, SALTO will present a comprehensive new range of access control products and technologies that offer usability, capability and flexibility. JustIN flexible access control New JustIN technology brings real-life and flexibility to access control and makes its easy and secure to use smartphones as a part of an access control solution. Using SALTO’s internally developed JustIN ap...

Smiths Detection extends IONSCAN 600 trace detector’s capability to detect narcotics

The IONSCAN 600 provides customers in aviation, ports and borders markets with a more comprehensive detection solution Smiths Detection’s IONSCAN™ 600 trace detector has been enhanced to detect and identify narcotics, in addition to its existing capabilities for explosives. Extending the library of threats to include narcotics will provide customers in the aviation, ports and borders or critical infrastructure markets with a more comprehensive solution to their det...

Iraqi owned security providers, Al Murabit and Al Thaware security services, receive ISO 18788:2015 accreditation

ATS and AMS are notable among security providers in Iraq Al Murabit Security Services (“AMS”) and its sister company Al Thaware Security Services (“ATS”), the security services companies of Iraqi-based, international conglomerate Harlow International, have been awarded the ISO 18788:2015 accreditation. AMS and ATS are the first to be awarded the UKAS and IQ Verify witnessed assessment on ISO 18788:2015 in the world. Highest accreditation in security T...

Quantum Secure promotes Don Campbell to Vice President, Product

Campbell will continue to drive growth and momentum of Quantum secure's PIAM solution Quantum Secure, a provider of enterprise software to manage and streamline security identities, compliance and analytics across disparate physical security systems, has promoted Don Campbell to Vice President, Product. Campbell had served as the Company’s Director of Product Management since 2014, playing a key role in driving the momentum of Quantum Secure’s Physical Security and...

Intellicheck Mobilisa awarded fingerprint biometric identity authentication process patent

The patent will help Intellicheck Mobilisa towards a leading role in the fingerprint biometric identity authentication industry Intellicheck Mobilisa, a provider of threat identification, identity authentication, verification and validation technology solutions, announced it has been awarded a U.S. Patent that governs the two-factor fingerprint biometric identity process that authenticates an identity card with embedded fingerprint biometric information and the live biometric...

Suprema to showcase BioEntry W2 outdoor fingerprint access control device at IFSEC 2016

BioEntry W2 is a blend of many industry-leading technologies and innovations Suprema, a provider of biometrics and security technology, announced global launching of BioEntry W2, an outdoor fingerprint access control device that offers high matching performance, outdoor durability and multi-card reading in a package to provide comprehensive access control features. BioEntry W2 well blends loads of industry-leading technologies and innovations. BioEntry W2 is loaded with ...

Castel to release fully customisable IP intercoms at IFSEC 2016

Castel intends to create intercoms that fit with all building styles, from modern buildings to historical monuments Specialising in IP access control and professional intercom solutions, Castel has always stressed the importance of developing custom-made products with clear added value by taking technical constraints and the functional requirements of the customer into account. Unique intercom design Castel has now gone a step further by creating a range of IP intercoms whos...

Vanderbilt appoints Mark Mabee as new Southeast Regional Sales Manager

Mabee brings valuable experience in building strategic relationships with valued partners Vanderbilt, a provider of technologies that help organisations ensure safety and security, announced today that Mark Mabee has been named the company’s new Southeast Regional Sales Manager. Security sales experience Mabee joins Vanderbilt with more than 25 years in the security industry as a sales professional in enterprise security systems and applications, systems integration, d...

Paxton appoints Ruben Vogeler as Application Engineer for Latin America

Ruben has over 30 years' security industry experience, having previously worked as a contractor and installer Paxton Access, the manufacturer of IP access control, entry and building intelligence solutions, has announced the appointment of Ruben Vogeler as Application Engineer for the Latin American Region. His appointment further strengthens the company’s Latin American support and sales teams. Application Engineer role Ruben will be working closely with Craig Robins...

IdenTrust joins DirectTrust Partnership for Patients Program, allowing secure communication with healthcare providers and consumers

IdenTrust joins DirectTrust P4PP allowing consumers to securely share health information with professionals IdenTrust, part of HID Global - a provider of secure identity solutions, announced it is a participant in the new DirectTrust Partnership for Patients Program (P4PP) that aims to make it easier for patients and healthcare consumers to securely share personal health information with medical professionals at hospitals, offices, clinics, and other locations via secure email...

BSIA promoting product quality and services at IFSEC 2016

BSIA promotes the importance of quality as a key consideration when procuring security products or services The British Security Industry Association (BSIA) is looking forward to the security industry’s flagship event, IFSEC International. In just under two weeks’ time, some of the world’s leading security brands will converge on the show floor at London’s ExCeL for three days over the 21st - 23rd June. This will be the third year running that ExCeL...