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TDSi’s Technical Director to be a part of ‘Future of Access Control’ Panel Discussion at IFSEC International 2016

As well Mike’s participation in then panel debate, TDSi will also be appearing on Stand F1200 Mike Sussman, Technical Director at Integrated security manufacturer TDSi will be taking part on a Panel Discussion entitled ‘Future of Access Control’, along with a team of industry experts, at 11am on Wednesday 22nd June at this year’s IFSEC International. The panel of experts will be discussing the trends and technology that will be shaping the industry for...

Security Institute encourages all premises to have emergency terrorism plan in wake of Orlando attack

The Security Institute has issued a call for vigilance to those responsible for premises in the UK Andrew Nicholls, Deputy Chairman of The Security Institute, the UK's principal professional body for senior security personnel today extended the organisation's sympathies to all those suffering loss and injury as a result of the attack at the Pulse nightclub in Orlando, Florida but also issued a call for vigilance to those responsible for premises in the UK. "This incident is an...

Aurora to reveal world-first biometric access control technology at IFSEC 2016

FaceSenitel allows registered users to pass through security doors without cards, tokens or codes At IFSEC International 2016, pioneering facial recognition specialist Aurora will unveil a world-first in access control technology: a system that allows registered users to open doors simply by looking at a sensor, with no need for any additional verification such as tokens, cards or PINs.Facial recognition The breakthrough access control system integrates Aurora’s AI-powe...

Pulse Secure aids PCI compliance with granular cipher enhancement

Pulse Connect Secure provides a deeper level of control over the encryption ciphers and deployment parameters Pulse Secure, a provider of secure access solutions has announced an update to its Pulse Connect Secure product that helps customers meet the Payment Card Industry Security Standards Council (PCI SSC) mandated transition from SSL and TLS 1.0 to a secure version of TLS currently v1.1 or higher through a flexible cipher selection feature. After the discovery of the Pad...

BluBOX announces new additions of Mark Scaparro and Phillip Koken to sales team

The expansion of the sales team to include industry leaders will help BluBOX across the country and abroad BluBOX Security, a provider of cloud-based physical security solutions, has announced Mark Scaparro has joined the BluBOX team as Sr. Vice President of Sales and Phillip Koken has joined as Regional Sales Manager, Western Region. “With these key additions to our team we will be prepared to meet the growing needs of our clients as we expand our dealer base acros...

SALTO to introduce BLE enabled access control innovations at HITEC Expo in New Orleans

SALTO's featured products help hospitality installations streamline operations from back-of-house to the front desk SALTO Systems, a manufacturer of electronic access control solutions, will showcase its latest innovations for the hospitality industry — including new Bluetooth Low Energy integrations — at the annual Hospitality Industry Technology Exposition & Conference (HITEC). HITEC will be held this year in New Orleans, June 20th-23rd.Hospitality solutions...

Tyco Security Products introduces VideoEdge facial biometrics for quicker investigations

The new facial biometrics feature within VideoEdge provides immediate verification and detection of individuals Tyco Security Products introduces facial biometrics within VideoEdge video surveillance systems for immediate detection and verification of individuals. Protecting stock and assets With Face Detection analytics, operators can be proactively notified that the surveillance system has detected a person of interest, for example  known criminals, ex-employees, VIPs...

Cryptovision, HJP, Governikus develop electronic ID card prototype with eIDAS functions and simulation environment

The POSeIDAS project aimed to provide a prototype eIDAS server and a simulation environment on a chip card The "Regulation on electronic identities and trust services (eIDAS)" published by the European Union in July 2014 forms the legal basis for the secure handling of electronic transactions between businesses, citizens and public authorities or institutions within the EU. The French Agence nationale de la sécurité of systèmes d'information (ANSSI) and th...

ISONAS selected to BizWest Mercury 100 List for a second year

ISONAS named as one of Boulder Valley’s fastest growing private companies in 2015 ISONAS a pure IP access control system manufacturer, today announced that it has yet again made BizWest’s Mercury 100 list as one of the fastest growing companies in Colorado for 2015. The Mercury 100 event hosted by BizWest took place on May 25th at the Lionsgate Event Centre where the fastest-growing private companies in Boulder and Broomfield counties were honoured for their c...

CNL Software, ATEC Fire and Security to host PSIM educational sessions at IFSEC 2016

CNL and ATEC Fire and Security will host sessions for end users, consultants, integrators and technology vendors alike CNL Software, a provider of Physical Security Information Management (PSIM) software, announces that it will be partnering with ATEC Fire and Security to hold a number of education sessions at IFSEC International around creating value in today’s security environment. The sessions will cover topics that will be of interest to end users, consultants, integ...

Matrix to showcase enterprise grade telecom and security solutions at IFSEC 2016

Matrix will showcase its news products across access control, time-attendance and video surveillance areas Matrix, a leading manufacturer and exporter of telecom and security solutions, is participating in IFSEC 2016, London, UK from 21st to 23rd June 2016. IFSEC International, Europe’s largest security exhibition, welcomes over 27,000 global security professionals to have a glimpse into the latest technological innovations and hear from industry leaders within the secur...

Genetec to unveil updated Security Center with advanced cyber security, privacy, and access control features at IFSEC International 2016

Genetec will offer previews of new technologies and launch their new Security Center subscription model at IFSEC 2016 Genetec Inc., a provider of open-platform, unified IP security solutions, invites IFSEC International 2016 attendees to visit its newly-designed experience centre at stand # F550 for demonstrations and previews of technology, trends, and insights that are shaping the physical security industry in 2016 and beyond. The conference takes place from 21-23 June at th...

Galaxy Control Systems demonstrates advanced capabilities and integrations of System Galaxy Software at ESX 2016

System Galaxy Software delivers greater control of systems and enhanced situational awareness Galaxy Control Systems, a provider of integrated access control and security solutions, is highlighting the many advanced features of its popular System Galaxy Software at ESX 2016. Among the capabilities the company is demonstrating in its booth are two mobile apps and a number of advanced integration capabilities designed to provide users with greater control, increased situational...

Promise Technology’s Apollo Personal Cloud Appliance available at Apple stores and Apple.com

With Apollo Cloud, users get four terabytes to manage, store, and share data both securely and privately, from wherever they happen to be, via iOS and other mobile devices, Macs and PCs Apollo Cloud is a secure cloud designed for small groups that makes it easier and safer to store, access and, for the first time, share digital content Promise Technology announced that Apollo Cloud, its first consumer product, is now available for purchase at Apple stores and Apple.com. Apoll...

PSA Security Network to distribute E-LINE by DIRAK’s premium access control solutions

DIRAK’s access control solutions are designed specifically for IT/server racks and outdoor enclosures DIRAK, Inc. has announced that it has entered into a partnership with PSA Security Network to distribute E-LINE by DIRAK’s premium access control solutions designed specifically for IT/server racks and outdoor enclosures. PSA Security Network is the world’s largest electronic security cooperative, composed of the most progressive security integrators through...

ExpressCluster - Open Options and NEC offer new back-up option for DNA Fusion users

NEC ExpressCluster addresses fast recovery and continuous protection needs of business critical applications Open Options, the open architecture leader in access control, has partnered with NEC Corporation of America (NEC), a leading provider and integrator of advanced IT, communications, networking and biometric solutions, to offer DNA Fusion access control software users a high availably and redundancy solution. “Companies invest thousands of dollars in security syste...

AXIS Companion line video surveillance products for small businesses at IFSEC International 2016

AXIS Companion line is a complete professional security system for small businesses helping owners focus on enhancing business Axis Communications will be demonstrating its newly launched video surveillance solution at IFSEC International 2016, the AXIS Companion line, developed to address the small business segment. Responding to the market’s need for a simple, cost-effective solution, it has been crafted for small businesses such as shops, restaurants and offices that...

Vanderbilt to host a series of talks on security industry hot topics at IFSEC International 2016

The Innovation Talks will include two presentations from John O'Donnell, Product Manager at Vanderbilt Vanderbilt has announced that it will host a series of free to attend Innovation Talks at IFSEC International 2016, which takes place on 21st-23rd June at ExCeL, London. Experts from the company will be joined by guest speakers from its technology partners, who will offer insight and guidance on a number of hot topics that are currently affecting the security industry. Each...

Stone Lock Global joins AMAG Technology’s Symmetry Preferred Partner Programme

The integrated access control solution enhances security in the most unobtrusive way AMAG Technology, an integrated security provider of access control, video management and identity management solutions, is pleased to welcome Stone Lock Global as a certified member of AMAG’s Symmetry Preferred Partner Programme.  As a certified partner, Stone Lock Global’s Facial Recognition device integrates with AMAG’s latest Symmetry V8 Access Control System.&nbs...

Johnson Controls and Tyco International announce executive team

Johnson Controls and Tyco will function independently up till the close of merger around Oct. 1, 2016 Johnson Controls and Tyco International has announced the senior executive team that will lead the combined company following the close of their planned merger, which is expected on or around Oct. 1, 2016.  New roles As previously announced, at the effective time of the merger, Johnson Controls Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Alex Molinaroli will be appointed to th...

Paxton Net2 access control integrated with Dahua to ease building security management

The integration allows for easy configuration of NVR and DVR with access control Paxton, provider of electronic IP access control and door entry solutions, has announced the integration of its networked access control system, Net2, with a leading manufacturer of professional security and surveillance equipment, Dahua. The integration will provide a user-friendly interface to manage building security more easily. Integrating video and access control solutions This seamless in...

Delta Scientific offers "Free Barrier Compliance Analysis" to bollard, barrier, barricade or crash gate users

Delta experts will also review any Delta products to find out if they are in need of parts or servicing Delta Scientific, a manufacturer of counter-terrorist vehicle control systems used in the United States and internationally, has announced that, from June 1st until September 30th, 2016, it will provide "Free Barrier Compliance Analysis" to users of any Delta bollard, barrier, barricade or crash gate, no matter when installed. Recently, Delta has noted that, after years of u...

Airbus Defence and Space awarded commercial satellite communication services contract by German armed forces

The commercial satellite communications contract is valid until 2023 Airbus Defence and Space has been awarded a contract worth 113.8 million euros by the procurement agency of German Armed Forces (BAAINBw) to provide commercial satellite communication services until 2023. Airbus Defence and Space has been providing these satcom services since 2006. Access to selected C- and Ku-band transponders The contract which is valid for the next seven-and-a-half years includes th...

TDSi to offer sneak preview of GARDiS web-based application at IFSEC 2016

GARDiS features an intuitive interface, designed and built directly around the needs of users and operators Integrated security manufacturer TDSi will be giving a sneak preview of its new forthcoming GARDiS software on stand F1200 at this year’s IFSEC International. TDSi will also be demonstrating how its systems can integrate with those of other key manufacturers including Milestone, ASSA ABLOY, Texecom and SimonsVoss at show, which runs from 21st to 23rd June...

Airbus Defence and Space subsidiary awards 16 channel partners with official accreditation certificate

Airbus Defence and Space aims to raise channel partners’ service quality  in the field of Professional Mobile Radio The Airbus Defence and Space subsidiary Secure Land Communications awarded sixteen channel partners with an official accreditation certificate recognising their employees’ high level of skills in the field of Professional Mobile Radio (PMR). Staff members employed by the channel partners were honoured in the framework of the exhibition Critical C...

Nedap demonstrates open standard for electronic offline locks at IFSEC 2016

Standardisation means that customers can use multiple electronic offline locks and handle them in the same way Nedap Security Management, the developer of the first open security management platform AEOS, is demonstrating the open standard for electronic offline locks at both the Nedap and the Assa Abloy stand at IFSEC 2016. Visitors to stand F1475 in Hall S7, at Excel, London, from 21st-23rd June will have the opportunity to see a live demonstration of the Open Security Stand...

Suprema to globally provide and support BioConnect Identity Platform

The BioConnect Identity Platform provides an integration of Suprema's biometric solutions with the majority of leading access control systems BioConnect and Suprema have announced Suprema's launch of the BioConnect Identity Platform. Developed by BioConnect, Suprema's long-standing strategic partner in North America, the BioConnect Identity Platform provides an integration of Suprema's biometric solutions with majority of the leading access control systems in the global secur...

Wavestore open platform VMS integrates with Paxton Net2 access control system

The integration of Paxton Net2 with Wavestore's VMS ensures that operators can instantly view video to visually verify access control events “In simple terms, the integration of Paxton Net2 with our VMS ensures that operators can instantly view live or recorded video to visually verify access control events,” said Enrico Bizzaro, Head of Integrations at Wavestore. “However, our respective engineering teams have worked closely together to achieve a level of fu...

ACRE appoints Matthew Barnette new President of Mercury Security

Mr. Barnette succeeds Steve Wagner, who is retiring after spending a decade at Mercury Security, most recently as President ACRE, a global Electronic security solutions provider, today announced it has appointed Matthew Barnette as President of its subsidiary Mercury Security. Mr. Barnette will be responsible for leading Mercury through its next phase of growth as it continues to work with valued partners to leverage industry-proven Authentic Mercury technology to create open,...

ASSA ABLOY’S mechanical to digital journey on stand E1100 at IFSEC 2016

ASSA ABLOY has developed an effective mechanical security digital offering As the security industry is in the midst of a digital revolution, ASSA ABLOY, the global leader in door opening solutions, will showcase its journey from mechanical to digital security at IFSEC 2016. Mechanical and digital security solutions Visitors can expect ASSA ABLOY’s stand at IFSEC 2016 to be the most impressive to date, as brands such as ASSA ABLOY, Yale, Abloy and Traka, exhibit their s...