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Tyco’s C•CURE 9000 v2.50 security management platform features enhanced visitor management functionality

Tyco Security Products introduces the latest version of its C•CURE 9000 security and event management platform, which includes Open Supervised Device Protocol (OSPD) support for reader-to-panel communications, increased system capacity licensing and enhanced visitor management functionality that allows personnel to easily create and manage scheduled visitor appointments. Enhanced visitor management capabilities The enhanced Visitor Management capabilities of C•CURE 9000 allows author...

HID's top 5 2016 security trends to impact Internet of Things, access management and citizen identification

HID Global’s 2016 trends point to be a more mobile and connected user experience HID Global®, a worldwide leader in secure identity solutions, has identified security 2016 trends to watch based on its deep insights gained from top customers across numerous markets, along with pilots and deployments of the company’s latest solutions with forward-looking partners and end-user organisations worldwide. HID Global’s broad industry perspective has positioned th...

BSIA launches online survey to understand influential factors on security procurement and investment

BSIA’s survey is open to all individuals involved in procurement and management of security products and services The British Security Industry Association (BSIA) – the trade body representing the UK’s private security industry – is researching the procurement attitudes of end users. Better understanding of end user needs The BSIA is seeking to understand the factors which influence security procurement and investment through an online survey launched...

Tyco Security and Tyco Fire Protection to launch Building Information Modelling library from January 2016

Users will be able to access Tyco’s extensive range of BIM objects for security and fire protection products Tyco Fire Protection Products and Tyco Security Products will launch their own living BIM (Building Information Modelling) library from January 2016. Users will be able to access Tyco’s extensive range of BIM objects for security and fire protection products, including detection, mechanical and suppression solutions. The library will also feature the company...

Tyco Security Products releases CEM Systems AC2000 v7.1 access control and security management systems

Tyco Security Products announced recently the release of CEM Systems AC2000 v.7.1, with a series of performance-enhancing additions to this access control and security management software suite, including an improved Application Programming Interface (API) for easier third-party integrations, new room booking solution, multi-card support capabilities, and additional integrations. “This latest version of the AC2000 software suite, including the AC2000 Airport and AC2000 Lite editions, refl...

Security Institute appoints Baroness Henig as new President

Baroness Henig was awarded a CBE for services to policing in 2000 The Security Institute has started 2016 by announcing a new President. Succeeding Lord Alex Carlile at the head of the organisation from the 2016 AGM in April is former Security Industry Authority Chair, Baroness Ruth Henig. Whilst at the SIA Baroness Henig was instrumental in overseeing a regulatory overhaul and the introduction of a new and modern, fit-for-purpose regulatory regime. Previous high profile role...

John Donlon appointed Chairman of the International Association of Critical Infrastructure Protection Professionals

John Donlon, former Chief Officer in policing within the UK and National Coordinator Protect & Prepare has been appointed Chairman of the International Association of Critical Infrastructure Protection Professionals (IACIPP). An association open to critical infrastructure operators and government agencies, including site managers, security officers, government agency officials and policy makers. The purpose is to share ideas, information, experiences, technology and best practise. Previous...

Nedap’s new uPASS Target high-end RFID reader for long-range vehicle and people identification at Intersec 2016

uPASS Target identifies vehicles and drivers at distance of up to 10 metres by using passive UHF RFID technology Nedap, global leader in automatic vehicle identification and parking detection technology, launches the uPASS Target. This high-end RFID reader offers long-range identification using the Rain RFID (UHF EPC Gen II) Standard. With the uPASS Target, Nedap further expands its leading UHF platform for long-range vehicle and people identification. During the Intersec exhi...

EVVA to present electronic locking innovations at Intersec 2016

The virtual network, as part of release 2.0, makes EVVA’s Xesar more transparent, convenient and even more secure As one of Europe’s leading manufacturers of access solutions, both mechanical and electronic, EVVA will be represented at Intersec for the second time. Increasing awareness in export markets and the high market potential of the new electronic locking systems by EVVA are reasons for participating at Intersec. Especially the latest innovations are present...

Tri-Ed opens new branch office in Memphis, Tennessee

Tri-Ed has more than 65 locations across the U.S. and Canada TRI-ED, An Anixter Company, is pleased to announce the opening of its new branch location in Memphis, Tennessee. The branch, which will be managed by Cory Rumburg, is located at 6935 Appling Farms Parkway, Suite 101 in Memphis. "TRI-ED is very pleased to be opening in the Memphis market," says Ken Cabler, VP of Sales. "We look forward to meeting and serving our new customers here, and exceeding their expectations."...

Tri-Ed wraps up 2015 stadium tour with final stop in Denver, Colorado

Tri-Ed customers enjoy a night out at the ballgame following technical trainings and product Demos Tri-Ed Distribution's 2015 Stadium Tour wrapped up its cross country journey with a final stop in Denver, Colorado. These customer appreciation and training events attracted hundreds of dealers and integrators in Dallas, Los Angeles, Chicago, Philadelphia, Seattle and Denver. Training and networking opportunities The Tours included technical trainings across every product categ...

Delta Scientific's HD300 barrier capable of 1,000,000 continuous operations

Delta Scientific, the leading manufacturer of counter-terrorist vehicle control systems used in the United States and internationally, recently announced that its HD300 barrier which will stop a 15,000 pound (66.7 Km) vehicle traveling 50 mph (80 kpm) has just met the criteria of the United States Department of State for continuous operations of 1 million cycles. The HD300 was tested from September 26, 2014 until November 20, 2015 outside, exposed to full sunlight and the effects of climatic con...

AMAG introduces Symmetry GUEST web-based visitor management system

AMAG Technology is pleased to announce the release of Symmetry™ GUEST, a new web-based visitor management system that speeds the flow of visitors while improving customer service. Symmetry GUEST enhances a visitor’s experience while helping organisations enforce security policies and reduce costs. Symmetry GUEST operates on any tablet, smart phone or PC using any web browser. The mobility of GUEST is ideal for roving lobby ambassadors or self-service touch-screens to check-in visito...

Crossmatch appoints Eduardo Parodi and John Atkinson to lead sales initiatives in strategic markets

Their combined experience in enterprise software and security markets supports Crossmatch’s sales initiatives Crossmatch, a leading provider of identity management enrolment and authentication solutions, announced the appointment of John Atkinson as vice president of global enterprise sales and Eduardo Parodi as vice president of government sales for Europe, Africa and Latin America. “We are pleased to have Eduardo and John as part of the Crossmatch team,” n...

Security Institute announces new Patron, Lord Alex Carlile

As Patron, Lord Carlile can remain an important figure whilst stepping back from the front line of involvement Lord Alex Carlile has been announced as the new Patron of the Security Institute when his tenure as President comes to an end at April's AGM of the organisation. 8 year Presidency Announcing the change of role, Institute Chairman Garry Evanson explained "Lord Carlile told me some time ago that he felt it was time for someone else to step into the breach as our Presi...

Genetec’s latest Security Center v5.4 VMS, new Regional Sales Managers to be present at Intersec 2016

Genetec will also demonstrate Synergis access control, AutoVu ANPR, Network Appliances along with hybrid cloud services and storage At INTERSEC Expo (Stand S1–J38, Dubai World Trade Center, January 17th-19th 2016), Genetec™, a manufacturer of unified IP security solutions will present the latest version of Security Center (version 5.4), its flagship open-platform IP security system that seamlessly combines video management systems (VMS), access control and automate...

CriticalArc to exhibit cloud-based SafeZone emergency response solution and smartphone app at Intersec 2016

SafeZone is a cost-effective, cloud-based emergency response solution and free smartphone app CriticalArc recently announces that it will be exhibiting for the first time at Intersec in Dubai where it will demonstrate its pioneering SafeZone™ safety solution. SafeZone™ is a cost-effective, cloud-based emergency response solution and free smartphone app that is transforming the ease and efficiency with which leading organisations in the Middle East, Europe, North...

Nedap and Axis Communications to introduce standalone vehicle identification solution at Intersec 2016

Nedap’s TRANSIT Ultimate is a robust long-range identification reader, based on semi-active RFID technology Nedap Identification Systems - leading specialist in vehicle detection and identification technology - and Axis Communications, market leader in network video, introduce an integrated solution based on Axis’ physical access control products. The complete standalone solution leverages the transparency and flexibility of Axis’ standards-based IP-based app...

Critical Infrastructure Protection & Resilience Europe 2016 to open with Ministerial keynote address

Ard van der Steur, Minister of Security & Justice, The Netherlands will be giving keynote address to open the conference Critical Infrastructure Protection & Resilience Europe is delighted to announce that Ard van der Steur, Minister of Security & Justice, The Netherlands will be giving the keynote address to open this year’s conference in The Hague from the 2nd -3rd March 2016 Ard van der Steur began his career as a lawyer at the law firm NautaDutilh in Rot...

Intersec 2016: Maxxess enhances eFusion and ambit security solutions with new functions

Maxxess will also demonstrate new functionality within ambit, its next-generation cloud-based mobile workforce management system Maxxess recently confirms that it will be unveiling a suite of powerful new functions to enhance its market-leading eFusion and ambit security solutions, enabling organisations in the Middle East to counter growing risks, including terror alerts, cyber threats and major incidents that could disrupt routine business. To meet the challenge of higher t...

Intersec 2016's new Smart Home section highlights IoT's influence on the latest access control and surveillance technologies

Industry leaders will share centrestage at Intersec's new Smart Home section to showcase their latest technologies The increasing interconnectivity of smart home technology and its influence on safety and security will be under the spotlight this month in Dubai, as global manufacturers prepare to launch their latest high-tech smart home solutions at Intersec 2016. With analysts Gartner predicting 6.4 billion ‘things’ – from toasters and teapots to cars and h...

Storm Storm-AXS S60 integrated keypad/reader to showcase innovative technology and contemporary design at Intersec 2016

Storm integrated keypad/readeruniquely exploits the use of lightand form Increasing use of architectural glass and polished stone wall finishes create unique challenges for installers of access control systems. Keypads and readers must be easily installed (or pre-installed) within the width of a door frame or mullion. They must also convey an uncompromised commitment to luxury, quality and style. Storm-AXS S60 keypad/reader To meet this demand for both innovative technology...

Bosch Security Systems certifies digital recording solution with AMAG Symmetry v80.1 access control systems

AMAG Technology certified partner, Bosch Security Systems, certified its digital recording solutions with Symmetry™ v8.0.1 access control system. AMAG Technology is an integrated security provider of access control, video management and visitor management solutions. Symmetry products give customers a comprehensive end-to-end software platform so users can manage all their security needs while reducing risk and meeting industry compliance.  AMAG Technology and Bosch cooperatively teste...

MorphoTrak and Spectrum Systems announces partner project for livescan technology for the Department of Justice

The livescan technology will enable tribes to participate in national criminal justice information services Spectrum Systems ("Spectrum") is pleased to announce that it has been awarded a contract with the Department of Justice (DOJ) Justice Management Division to provide livescan technology in support of the Tribal Access Program (TAP) for National Crime Information. DOJ recently launched the initial phase of TAP to provide federally-recognised tribes access to national crime...

Samsung Techwin's Janet Fenner appointed Chair of SIA Marketing Committee

Ms. Fenner has been in marketing positions within the professional security industry for almost 20 years The Security Industry Association (SIA) has announced that Janet Fenner, Director of Marketing North America for Samsung Techwin America, has been appointed to the position of Chair, SIA Marketing Committee. With more than 600 member companies, SIA is the principal professional security industry association for advancing member interests. Background “Janet’s a...

Mission 500 expands fundraising activities with first annual Security Industry Hockey Classic event in Canada

Now in its eight year, Mission 500 worksto focus security industry effortsto aid children through World Vision Mission 500 is expanding its fundraising activities to help children in need with the scheduling of the first annual Security Industry Hockey Classic. Confirmed for February 18, 2016 at York University in Toronto, Canada, the event will feature two hockey games followed by an awards ceremony and banquet. Proceeds from the event will go to World Vision’s programm...

Nortek Security & Control unveils 2GIG GC3 home security and automation panel at CES 2016

2GIG GC3 all-in-one touchscreen panel provides home security, manages up to 232 smart home devices CES 2016 - Sands Booth #70936 - Nortek Security & Control LLC, a Nortek Company and leader in the security and home control markets, recently announced the highly anticipated, next generation 2GIG® GC3 all-in-one home security and automation panel will roll out to dealers in February 2016. 7" all-in-one touchscreen panel features With over 2.6 million panels installed i...

Interlogix to showcase UltraSync SmartHome app with ZeroWire hub at CES 2016

The UltraSync app allows users to receive push notifications over their mobile devices for individual events Smart home management just got more convenient. Homeowners using Interlogix’s ZeroWire™ smart home hub can now receive automatic mobile device notifications in their choice of language through its updated mobile app, UltraSync. Interlogix, a global leader in security and life-safety solutions, is part of UTC Climate, Controls & Security, a unit of United...

DoorBird CEO Sascha Keller, Volkswagen CEO Dr. Herbert Diess & Richard Choi from LG opened CES 2016 with keynote speech

The keynote included presentation of clever connection between Internet of Things (IoT) and automotive world of today Volkswagen CEO Dr. Herbert Diess, DoorBird CEO Sascha Keller and Richard Choi from LG officially opened CES 2016 in Las Vegas with their keynote speech. The keynote included the presentation of the new VW electric car which VW used to demonstrate the clever connection between the Internet of Things (IoT) and the automotive world of today. IoT & automotive...

ZKAccess announces PoE-powered solutions for 1 and 2-door controller kits

ZKAccess, a leading provider of biometric and RFID security solutions, is pleased to announce that it now offers PoE-powered solutions in its 1 and 2-door controller kits. The kits are capable of supplying power to all ZKAccess access control components, such as panels, multiple readers and 3rd party door locks. These kits with built-in POE provide the fastest, easiest, and least costly way to bring electronic security to the door. Cost efficient and easy installation ZKAccess has long been th...