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Bolton Gate's 30th engineer earns Door & Hardware Federation powered gate safety diploma

Andrew Whistle is the 30th Bolton Gate engineer to earn the diploma after attending recent 2-day DHF training course at Scunthorpe Bolton Gate, the nationwide industrial door and gate company, has seen its 30th powered gate engineer pass the Door & Hardware Federation (DHF) powered gate safety diploma training course. Andrew Whistle, who joined the company last year, earned his diploma after attending the recent two-day training course held at Scunthorpe. Bolton Gate, a...

Wayne Campbell appointed Advance Technology's Director of Operations

Campbell is trained and versed in a variety of systems and processes focusing on superior customer service New Director of Operations Wayne Campbell is bringing his vast knowledge of customer service, leadership and change management to the award-winning and growing Advance Technology, Scarborough, Maine. Campbell is trained and versed in a variety of systems and processes focusing on superior customer service, including Toyota’s ‘Lean’ Tools/Methods and SMAR...

AMAG announces OnSSI as certified member of its Symmetry Preferred Partner Programme

As certified partner, OnSSI’s Ocularis 5 video management software integrates with AMAG Symmetry V8 access control AMAG Technology, an integrated security provider of access control, video management and identity management solutions, is proud to announce that On-Net Surveillance Systems, Inc. (OnSSI) is a certified member of AMAG’s Symmetry™ Preferred Partner Programme. As a certified partner, OnSSI’s Ocularis 5 video management software integrates wit...

The Aspen Institute Homeland Security Program announces debut Aspen Security Forum: Global in London

Aspen Security Forum: Global will convene international security experts and is meant to compliment annual US-focused Aspen Security Forum The Aspen Institute Homeland Security Program announces the debut Aspen Security Forum: Global. The event will convene top-level present and former government officials, leading thinkers, noted press and broadcast journalists, and other international security experts to discuss issues including the threat of ISIL, the role of NATO, cybersec...

Engineers of Tomorrow competition registration now open to fire & security apprentice engineers

Successful entrants to Engineers of Tomorrow will be invited to pit their skills against each other in a live installation challenge at IFSEC 2016 The prestigious Engineers of Tomorrow annual competition is now open for the fire and security industry’s brightest young engineers to register their interest. Successful entrants will then be invited to pit their skills against each other in a live installation challenge at Europe’s largest security exhibition, IFSEC In...

Nedap launches version 3.2 of AEOS security management platform

Recently, Nedap has released software version 3.2 of its AEOS security management platform. To anticipate more quickly to emerging risks and threats organisations face nowadays, Nedap launches new software releases of its AEOS integral security management platform regularly. This enables Nedap to offer customers a secure product that always meets the latest requirements, while enhancing reliability and quality. As security systems are becoming more and more integrated, Nedap has invested in open...

Matrix COSEC door controllers integrated with ETERNITY phones for remote door access

Matrix COSEC has had a successful journey in the time-attendance and access control domains so far. The company has taken a step further to make conducting business easy and free of interference through COSEC-ETERNITY integration. This application facilitates the users of ETERNITY to unlock a door, configured with COSEC door controller, using digital key phones/extended IP phones/single line telephones. ETERNITY supports integration of the “Intercom” application with COSEC. In other...

Croma Security Solutions expands in Middle East with new Abu Dhabi office

Croma’s offering in the region includes security and fire control, CCTV, access control, guarding and FastVein biometric identification technology Croma Security Solutions Group PLC is opening a branch office in Abu Dhabi to better service new and existing clients in the Middle East. Its offering in the region includes security and fire control, CCTV, access control, guarding and its biometric identification technology – FastVein. The Group is sponsored by Platinu...

Ingram Micro to be acquired by Tianjin Tianhai in $6 billion deal, becomes part of HNA Group

Ingram Micro will facilitate the internationalisation of the HNA Group, Tianjin Tianhai's largest stockholder. They will have access to business opportunities in emerging markets, which have higher growth rates & better profitability Ingram Micro Inc. and Tianjin Tianhai Investment Company, Ltd. today announced that they have entered into a definitive merger agreement under which Tianjin Tianhai will acquire Ingram Micro for $38.90 per share in an all-c...

Vanderbilt achieves ISO 9001 certification for its commitment to quality management

Vanderbilt looks to meet the requirements of ISO 9001:2015, the latest revision of the standard Vanderbilt, a global leader in providing state-of-the-art security systems, has had its commitment to best in class quality management highlighted by achieving the prestigious ISO 9001 certification. This latest accolade is part of the company’s on-going efforts to make its processes as agile as possible and set the standard in an increasingly competitive market. ISO is the w...

Suprema BioSign fingerprint authentication solution for smartphones to be showcased at MWC 2016

BioSign’s small form factor offers versatile application options to other areas such as wearables, IoT, smartcards Suprema, a global leader in biometrics technology, recently announces the launch of BioSign, a fingerprint authentication solution for smartphones, supporting World's Smallest sensor size of 16mm2 (4x4mm). BioSign reflects Suprema's expertise in fingerprint technology Suprema, one of the 50 largest security companies in the world, is a leading provider of...

ADT Corporation acquired by Apollo Global Management in $15 billion deal to merge with Protection 1

The merger agreement includes a “go-shop” period, during which ADT and its Board of Directors may actively solicit, receive, evaluate and potentially enter into negotiations with parties that offer alternative proposals ADT, a leading provider of monitored security, interactive home and business automation and related monitoring services in the United States and Canada, today announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement to be acquired by an affiliate o...

ISC WEST 2016: Matrix SATATYA SAMAS enterprise VMS and COSEC access control solution to be showcased

SATATYA SAMAS enterprise VMS provides complete centralised control over security and safety Matrix, a leading manufacturer and provider of telecom and security solutions, is participating in the ISC WEST 2016 (Stand no: 1042), Las Vegas, USA from 6th to 8th April 2016. Matrix will be showcasing its IP Video Surveillance, and Access Control solutions at the event. Matrix COSEC access control solution Matrix is known for offering value driven solutions catering to diverse comp...

Nedap Window Button Switch long range identification tag for vehicle identification in access applications

Nedap Window Button Switch is a long range identification tag used for vehicle identification in access applications. Requiring user activation, the Window Button Switch is designed for applications where the driver determines the time and distance of the identification. The Window Button Switch will only transmit the tag ID to the TRANSIT reader for 5 seconds when the switch on the front of the tag is activated by the driver. Key features: Long range single ID tag Identification up to 10...

NXT-ID updates progress on new smart card for WorldVentures vacation club members

NXT-ID, Inc. ("NXT-ID" or the "Company"), a company focused on the growing mobile commerce market, updates progress on the new smart card being developed for WorldVentures vacation club members. New wireless smart cards On the 4th January, WorldVentures and NXT-ID, Inc. announced a strategic alliance to develop a proprietary new wireless smart card for its members, based on NXT-ID's Wocket® smart wallet technology. Both companies signed off on the hardware specifications for the card which...

VdS raises €20,000 funds for four voluntary charity organisations to aid families, children and young people

VdS Communications Director Dr. Norbert Bernigau, along with the deputy mayors of Cologne, donated €20,000 The employees of VdS have welcomed the New Year with a fundraising campaign. The collection was also supported by the customers and clients of Europe´s largest Institute for Corporate Security and Safety. Thanks to this commitment, VdS Communications Director Dr. Norbert Bernigau was able to hand over a total sum of €20,000 to representatives of four volun...

IFSEC 2016: Physical Perimeter Security Zone to feature latest security products

The enhanced Physical Perimeter Security Zone at IFSEC International 2016 will occupy over 1,000 square metres of dedicated floor space IFSEC International, Europe’s largest security exhibition, will enhance its dedicated Physical Perimeter Security Zone in 2016 with many leading suppliers within the sector already confirmed to participate. Taking place from 21-23 June 2016 at London’s ExCeL, IFSEC International continues to announce further exciting details and ne...

MIPS 2016: ISONAS fully integrates with Milestone XProtect Access software module

ISONAS Pure IP access controloperates at the edge & eliminatesthe need for separate power drops ISONAS Inc., a leading pure IP access control system manufacturer, is proud to announce its participation in the Milestone Integration Platform Symposium (MIPS) 2016 event in Arizona being held February 22nd -25th. ISONAS will be featured as the first access control partner to fully integrate with the Milestone XProtect® Access software module; an add-on capability with...

3VR certified member of AMAG's Symmetry Preferred Partner Programme

As a certified partner, 3VR VisionPoint VMS integrates with AMAG Symmetry access control system AMAG Technology, an integrated security provider of access control, video management and identity management solutions, is proud to announce that 3VR is now a certified member of AMAG’s Symmetry Preferred Partner Program. As a certified partner, 3VR’s VisionPoint™ VMS integrates with AMAG’s Symmetry™ Access Control System. AMAG Technology and 3VR cooper...

ISC West 2016: Farpointe to showcase mullion keypad reader supporting popular proximity card and tag technologies

The mullion-sized proximity card reader features an eight-inch read range for increased convenience Farpointe Data, the access control industry's global partner of choice for premium RFID solutions, recently announced that access control manufacturers and integrators can now provide their customers with its new Farpointe mullion keypad reader that supports popular proximity card and tag technologies with an integrated keypad for 2-factor verification applications. The mullion-...

Galaxy Control Systems DoorPoint and PersonPoint mobile app for System Galaxy access control software solution

Galaxy Control Systems has released two new mobile apps that enhance the unique capabilities of the company’s powerful System Galaxy access control software solution. Each app is designed to provide users with greater control capabilities for common functions related to facilities and people from anywhere and at any time.   Convenient, mobile access control management “Given the growth of mobile technologies, users expect to be able to control their facilities and people from...

Tyco exacqVision NVRs pre-installed with Kantech EntraPass software for faster security installation and service

Tyco Security Products introduces exacqVision network video recorders (NVR) with Kantech EntraPass Corporate Edition access control system pre-installed for faster, simpler security installation and service. exacqVision NVRs provide high performance, all-in-one network video surveillance solutions. Available in hybrid and IP camera NVR models, exacqVision recorders deliver reliability and capacity for mainstream recording. Each NVR supports up to 20 workstations Designed for easy installation...

Security industry expert Mark McCourt joins Universal Protection Service as VP of Enterprise Security Services

McCourt will help clients and prospects strategically align with broader Universal enterprise security solutions Universal Protection Service—a division of Universal Services of America—recently announced the addition of Mark McCourt, a security industry expert, as Vice President of Enterprise Security Services. In this newly created position on the national accounts/business development team, McCourt will help clients and prospects strategically align with bro...

Pulse Secure upgrades Pulse Connect Secure, Pulse Policy Secure and Pulse Workspace to help eliminate security silos

Pulse Secure, the leader in secure access solutions, recently announced enhancements to its core product portfolio to help organisations secure access to applications in the data center and the cloud. Upgrades to Pulse Connect Secure, Pulse Policy Secure and Pulse Workspace will help enterprises eliminate security silos without the need for additional administrative overhead and investments while increasing both productivity and the user experience for the next generation worker. Enterprises fa...

Brivo's Mobile Pass and channel partnerships drive its growth in physical security industry in 2015

The access control market grew at a pace of 10% in 2015, while Brivo’s revenue grew by 20% Brivo Inc., the worldwide leader in cloud-based physical access control systems, recently announced significant 2015 growth in demand for cloud-based access control solutions. Brivo’s momentum within the physical security industry was driven by the release of new integrations, Brivo Mobile Pass, and strategic channel partnerships. Growth in access control market According t...

SIA Government Relations Committee Chair Kathleen Carroll recommends measures to strengthen security credentials at U.S. airports

Ms. Carroll recommended measures of biometric identity authentication and liveness detection Representing the Security Industry Association (SIA) on Wednesday, Feb. 3, Kathleen Carroll, Vice President, Government Affairs, HID Global Corp., made recommendations to Congress to strengthen security credentials at U.S. airports. Use of biometric authentication In testimony before the House Oversight and Government Reform Committee’s Subcommittee on Transportation and Public...

Cognitec FaceVACS-VideoScan technology to be demonstrated at World Game Protection Conference 2016

Cognitec FaceVACS-VideoScan technology helps strengthen physical security measures in Macau casinos Cognitec’s highly specialised face recognition technology FaceVACS-VideoScan was selected to strengthen physical security measures in major Macau casinos by alerting security staff in real time about banned persons entering the premises. Cognitec uses advanced face recognition technology In partnership with Melco Crown Entertainment, Cognitec supported the large-scal...

Essence to present Nest compatibility, new video services, and announce partnership with FPT Telecom at MWC 2016

Essence’s WeR@Home Smart Living solution has recently been awarded “Works with Nest” approval Essence, a leading provider of IoT, cloud-based connected living solutions, has created new service revenue opportunities for operators and service providers with valuable enhancements to its ecosystem. Essence’s WeR@Home Smart Living solution has recently been awarded “Works with Nest” approval, adding significant value to users of the Nest Self-L...

Identiv to present networked physical access solution at Cisco Live events in Berlin, Melbourne and Las Vegas

The ICPAM solution is a distributed intelligent premises access control solution Identiv, Inc. recently announced that it will present its networked physical access solution at Cisco Live! Berlin, Cisco Live! Melbourne, and Cisco Live! Las Vegas. Cisco Live! is Cisco's premier education and technical updating destination for IT professionals, customers, experts, and partners. Event: Cisco Live! Berlin Date: February 15 - 19, 2016 Where: Messe Berlin GmbH at booth E24 in Ber...

Alarm Lock, ContinentalAccess and Marks USA now offer ArchiTech Designer Wireless Networx locks

Now available from NAPCO Security Group of Companies - Alarm Lock, Continental Access and Marks USA - are the new ArchiTech™ Designer Wireless Networx locks with BlueTooth LE™ Technology and iLock App. ArchiTech Designer Wireless Networx Locks now offer mobile access and key-/card-free smart device unlocking convenience. Based on proven Networx lock reliability and class-leading battery life plus a custom choice of over 300 Grade 1 architectural lock styles and finishes, the Series f...