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ISONAS to feature as solutions partner at Milestone Systems’ booth at IFSEC 2015

Milestone has joined forces with ISONAS to deliver an award-winning integrated video and access control solution ISONAS Inc., a leading pure IP access control system manufacturer, will be featured as a solutions partner at Milestone Systems’ booth #E750 at IFSEC International 2015 in London. Milestone Systems, the open platform company in IP video management software (VMS), has joined forces with ISONAS to deliver an award-winning integrated video and access control solu...

ASSA ABLOY's low energy electric lock to be showcased at IFSEC 2015

ASSA ABLOY’s solution saves more energy as compared to the alternatives As part of the ASSA ABLOY stand Abloy UK announces that it will be showing its new low energy solution at IFSEC. IFSEC 2015 takes place at London's Excel Centre between the 16th and 18th with Abloy represented at Stand D1700 in hall S17. ASSA ABLOY awaits to see how much energy users could save compared to the alternatives.

Report: Private contracted security services demand to rise in US

Security services demand is projected to expand 4.2% per year through 2019 to $66.9 billion US demand for private contracted security services is projected to expand 4.2 percent per year through 2019 to $66.9 billion. Gains will be supported by the real and perceived risk of crime and by accelerating economic activity, particularly as new businesses form and create new users of security services. Revenues will benefit from a strong rebound in new nonresidential construction an...

Jessica Lutwyche joins Wessex Fire & Security as Service Manager

Jess was promoted to Small Works Installation Manager before being appointed Wessex Fire & Security has appointed Jessica Lutwyche as its Service Manager, overseeing a 30-strong team of engineers, technicians and admin staff. The company is part of the Wessex Group that Jess joined eight years ago in an administration role. After moving to the fire and security business she was quickly promoted to Small Works Installation Manager before being appointed to the new po...

IFSEC 2015: TDSi to demonstrate integration opportunities with other security providers

The event is the opportunity to learn more about how products can be integrated with a broad range of complementary systems Integrated security manufacturer TDSi will be demonstrating the considerable benefits of full integration of its solutions with other specialist manufacturers, including Texecom, Milestone, ASSA ABLOY and SimonsVoss, on stand F1100, at IFSEC International 2015 this month. John Davies, Managing Director of TDSi commented, "IFSEC International is the p...

ASSA ABLOY Aperio V3 platform for IFSEC 2015

Aperio V3 enables remote unlocking commands to pass from access control systems to doors and locks Access Control, a division of ASSA ABLOY UK, will be launching the Aperio® V3 platform at IFSEC 2015, to improve the reaction time of its wireless locks. The Aperio® V3 platform has powerful electronics that enable remote unlocking commands to pass from access control systems to doors and locks almost instantly, providing users with an effective remote opening functi...

IPSA's 2015 Annual General Meeting

At the meeting IPSA made several new appointments The International Professional Security Association (IPSA) held its 2015 Annual General Meeting this week at the London Transport Museum in Covent Garden, London. The occasion marked the completion of Mike White’s four years as Chairman of the Association and included the election of the Association’s International Council, who appointed Mr Stuart Naisbett as the new Chairman. IPSA made appointments Stuart Na...

Automatic Systems pedestrian and vehicle products at IFSEC 2015

The latest innovations ParkPlus 244 parking barrier and SlimLane EP speed gate will be showcased at the event Automatic Systems, a world leader in the automation of secure entrance control, will be exhibiting at the upcoming IFSEC 2015 show to be held at Excel London on June 16-18, 2015. Attracting more than 24,000 visitors, IFSEC is the leading international event dedicated to security and the safety industry. At IFSEC 2015, Automatic Systems will be showcasing its latest p...

Convergence Africa World 2015 to augment continent's telecom, broadcast & digital industry

Event is expected to play a catalytic role through the display of technologies, products & services Recognising Africa as the next global economic growth factory, the Convergence Africa World 2015 expo is coming to Nairobi, Kenya from 17 - 19 June 2015. The annual international series of Convergence India expos are created and staged by Exhibitions India Pvt. Ltd, a leading trade promotion organisation from India. Meaningful interface between governments, businesses,...

ASSA ABLOY to explain importance of open communication platforms at IFSEC 2015

Company nurtures technological development, deliverable & accessible for customers Exhibiting alongside many of its integration and OEM customers, ASSA ABLOY, the global leader in door opening solutions, will be using its presence at this year’s IFSEC to explain why open communication platforms are the way to win business and create long term partnerships. As a Forbes top 100 innovative company, ASSA ABLOY recognises the need to nurture technological development...

G4S partners with Salient Systems

Visitor will have a firsthand experience of Symmetry CompleteView Video Management at IFSEC 2015 G4S Technology has entered into a technology partnership with Salient Systems, Inc. and will offer Salient’s CompleteView Video Management System and TouchView Mobile Video Apps under the Symmetry™ brand. The Symmetry Security Management platform brings together Identity Management, Access Control, Alarm Management, and Video Management combined with Situational Awa...

CNL's expanded management team to meet increased worldwide demand

The restructure follows the increased worldwide demand for the company’s IPSecurityCenter PSIM solution CNL Software, a world leader in Physical Security Information Management (PSIM) software, is pleased to announce changes to its Senior Management Team and new appointments to the Board. The restructure follows the increased worldwide demand for the company’s IPSecurityCenter™ PSIM solution and is line with the company’s global growth strategy. IPSecu...

Nedap TRANSIT Ultimate long-range reader for IFSEC 2015 launch

TRANSIT Ultimate is purposely built for vehicular access control in high-security application Nedap, leading specialist in vehicle identification and detection technology, launches TRANSIT Ultimate at IFSEC 2015. This new long-range reader with new semi-active transponders is launched as the next generation of Nedap’s RFID platform for vehicle and driver identification. TRANSIT Ultimate will be introduced at IFSEC 2015, the international platform for security innova...

Siemens completes Security Products business sale

This product business was transferred to the prominent US security company Vanderbilt Effective from 1st June 2015, the global Siemens Building Technologies Division has completed the sale of its Security Products business. This product business, which offers hardware for intrusion detection, access control and video surveillance, was transferred to the prominent US security company Vanderbilt. All affected employees have transferred to Vanderbilt, which will remain an import...

Siemens receives DCS Award for next generation Data Centre solution

The latest Datacenter Clarity LC technology combines a complete DC Suite including a Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) module Datacenter Clarity LC, an advanced software solution suite from leading solutions provider Siemens Building Technologies, was awarded second place at this year’s DCS Awards under the category of ‘Datacentre Infrastructure Management (DCIM) Product of the Year’. For providers operating in the data centre arena The DCS Awards are...

SDW 2015: HID Global's citizen ID solutions showcased

Company will also showcase products including its highly flexible e-passport data page offering HID Global®, a worldwide leader in secure identity solutions, will be showcasing its broad offering of citizen ID solutions at Secure Document World 2015. The company will raise the curtain on a new era of government ID programs with the first demonstration of provisioning secure citizen ID credentials to smartphones. It will also showcase products including its highly flexi...

Matrix showcases security and telecom solutions at Convergence Africa World 2015

Matrix has introduced three innovative solutions in Telecom, Video Surveillance and Access Control domain respectively Matrix Comsec, a leading manufacturer of enterprise telecom and security products, is participating in Convergence Africa World 2015. Matrix with a lineage of offering specialised solutions for enterprises, introduces three innovative solutions in Telecom, Video Surveillance and Access Control domain respectively. Visit Matrix at Convergence Africa World 2015...

BSIA welcomes Steve Lampett as Technical Officer

Steve will provide essential support for meeting the growing demand for technical support services The British Security Industry Association (BSIA) is delighted to announce the appointment of Steve Lampett as the organisation’s new Technical Officer. Steve fulfilled several roles at ADT Joining the Association today (1st June), Steve brings with him a wealth of experience in the security industry, having fulfilled several roles at ADT Fire and Security in various d...

Pulse Secure launches global partner programme

The Pulse Secure Connect Now partner programme simplifies the relationship between vendor and partner Pulse Secure, a leading provider of access and mobile security solutions to the enterprise and service providers, recently announced the launch of its global partner programme, Pulse Secure Connect Now. The new programme centres on helping partners compete in the mobile security market by offering industry leading technologies that solve their customer’s problems. Built...

PSA Security Board of Directors changes

Elections were held on May 5, 2015 at the Annual Stockholder Meeting held in conjunction with TEC 2015 PSA Security Network®, the world’s largest electronic security cooperative, recently announced changes to its Board of Directors. Elections were held on May 5, 2015 at the Annual Stockholder Meeting held in conjunction with TEC 2015. The following PSA owners were elected or appointed to positions on the Board: Ron Oetjen, Securadyne Systems, Chairman of the Boar...

Campus Safety Products' Safe School Programme launched

The programme empowers parents, family members, civic groups and local businesses from the community There’s no doubt about it, annual school budgets are tight and with very little if any funding from federal or state sources, schools must find a way to help implement a strong, effective, multi-tiered classroom safety strategy. To help pave the way, Campus Safety Products (CSP), the producer of RhinoWare™ classroom lockdown and safety products, has launched the Saf...

Nedap demonstrates AEOS integration capabilities at IFSEC 2015

Canon and ASSA ABLOY have invited Nedap to demonstrate AEOS’s powerful integration capabilities at the event Canon and ASSA ABLOY have invited Nedap Security Management to demonstrate AEOS’s powerful integration capabilities at IFSEC. AEOS, manufactured by Nedap, is the first software-based security management platform. IFSEC attendees will witness its strength and flexibility in integrations with world-class access and video solutions. AEOS is a truly integrated...

Comelit to launch its SimpleHome home automation system at IFSEC 2015

A core function is video door entry, with the facility for call recording by visitors & a touchscreen monitor Comelit is to launch its ground-breaking SimpleHome intelligent home automation system at IFSEC 2015. With options for remote management from smart devices adapted to the individual lifestyles of users, SimpleHome epitomises the latest in home automation technology. A core function of the system is video door entry, with the facility for call recording by visi...

AMAG Symmetry security management system for SIA Government Summit 2015

AMAG will demonstrate its security management system in collaboration with HID pivCLASS module and RK40/RKCL40 readers AMAG Technology will be demonstrating its FICAM compliant HSE Symmetry Security Management System in collaboration with HID Global’s pivCLASS® Validation Engine, Authentication Module and RK40®/RKCL40® readers at the SIA Government Summit, held June 8-10, 2015 at the W Hotel in Washington D.C. The SIA Government Summit brings together governm...

Ring compatible with Kisi, Lockstate wireless smart locks

Ring recently announced its product is now compatible with both Kisi and Lockstate wireless smart locks. Now, users can remotely control these smart locks directly through the Ring iOS or Android app. Whether the user is a homeowner who wants to keep an eye on the house from afar and let the kids in when they forget their keys, or a small business owner in need of a versatile, easy-to install security system, the Ring Video Doorbell and Lockstate/Kisi combination provides a comprehensive solutio...

HID contactless datapages prove beneficial for award-winning Irish e-passport programme

HID Global®, a worldwide leader in secure identity solutions, continues to strengthen its position as the leading independent supplier of complete secure contactless polycarbonate datapages. The company’s solution is the most robust in the industry, supports the highest levels of customisation to meet unique needs, and has been recognised for its valuable benefits in the award-winning Irish e-passport programme. As industry consolidation in the polycarbonate datapage segment steadily r...

Vanderbilt completes Security Products from Siemens acquisition

Vanderbilt Industries, a global leader providing state-of-the-art security systems, has announced that it has completed the acquisition of Security Products from Siemens, as previously announced in October 2014. The purchase fits with Vanderbilt’s strategic expansion plans and the new operation will be headquartered in Wiesbaden, Germany, with Joseph Grillo as its Managing Director. European market position ‘The acquisition of Security Products from Siemens buil...

Identiv receives four U.S. patents for NFC, mobile and security inventions

The U.S. patents validate Identiv’s NFC, mobile and security inventions Identiv, Inc. has been awarded four U.S. patents by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) for its NFC, mobile and security inventions. Identiv has a strong intellectual property (IP) portfolio of more than 75 patents, granted and pending. “Google and Apple are continuing to drive Near Field Communication (NFC) and Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) compatibility within mobile handsets...

ASSA ABLOY Access Control partners with Johnson Controls

Latest Aperio wireless cylinders, PINpad escutcheon & L100 have been integrated into Johnson Controls P2000 access control system Global diversified technology and industrial leader, Johnson Controls has partnered with Access Control, a division of ASSA ABLOY UK, to enhance its P2000 security management platform. Access Control’s latest Aperio® wireless cylinders, PINpad escutcheon and L100 – the world’s first complete wireless security lock, have al...

SSAIB returns to IFSEC 2015

SSAIB to support the Engineers of Tomorrow challenge, the UK security skills competition for young engineers and apprentices SSAIB, the UK and Ireland’s leading certification body – now boasting some 1700 registered firms – will be returning to IFSEC at the London ExCeL venue on stand F1375, the same location as its stand last year. For 2015 SSAIB’s staff will be led by new Chief Executive Alex Carmichael, who took over the reins from Geoff Tate in Marc...