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Securitron announces availability of AQE Series power supplies

Securitron®, an ASSA ABLOY Group company, is announcing availability of the AQE Series of power supplies focused on Power over Ethernet (PoE). The product line includes Injectors, Extractors and Rack Mount Injectors. Bringing data and power together, the AQE15 and AQE30 are single port PoE MidSpan Injectors designed to power PoE devices such as PoE access control door controllers, DC IP cameras and other PoE equipment from a non-PoE source. These injectors operate from low voltage 24 VAC/24...

Interpol invites participants to be accredited for INTERPOL World in April

Interpol World will address rising demands for technology to meet real global security challenges Organisers of Interpol invite participants to be accredited for INTERPOL World, taking place from 14 – 16 April 2015 at Sands Expo and Convention Centre, Marina Bay Sands. INTERPOL World is a new event owned by INTERPOL and supported by the Singapore Ministry of Home Affairs that will showcase innovation, potential and joint achievements among public and private sectors in...

Intersec 2015 set to open in Dubai with over 1,200 exhibitors from various security sectors

World’s top ten commercial security providers will be exhibiting at the three-day event Strong demand for access control systems in the Middle East and Africa has paved the way for the world’s leading commercial security providers to ring in the New Year with their latest solutions when the 17th edition of Intersec opens in Dubai this month. Worth US$200 million in 2014, the MEA access control market is estimated to grow 15 per cent annually up to 2018, when it wi...

Farpointe's MAXSecure provides secured card-based systems for access control manufacturers and integrators

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 a way to protect their card-based systems from skimming, eavesdropping and relay attacks. Skimming occurs when the attacker uses an unauthorised reader to access information on the unsuspecting victim's RFID card or tag without consent. From that point on, the attacker can control when and whe...

Viscount Systems welcomes Geoffrey W. Arens to its Board of Directors

Arens participated in Viscount’s latest funding round and joins as designated board member Viscount Systems, a leading provider of IT-based security software and services, announced recently the addition of Geoffrey W. Arens to its Board of Directors. Mr. Arens participated in Viscount’s latest funding round and joins as the designated board member appointed by the company’s Series A Convertible Redeemable Preferred Stock Holder, One East Capital. Mr. Arens...

Nortek showcases its GoControl products at International CES 2015

The GoControl line focuses on high consumer interest smart home categories Nortek Security & Control LLC, a Nortek, Inc. company and a leader in the security and home control markets, recently announced a full line of GoControl® branded DIY oriented smart home products for both retail and installer channels. Based on proven technologies and standard protocols like Z-Wave® and Wi-Fi, several of the products were successfully test marketed in 2014 and the full family...

SALTO System to display new mobile key technology for food service industry professionals at Horecava 2015

With the new SALTO mobile key hotel guests can use their smart phone as their key Leading access control provider SALTO Systems will be turning up the heat with its new mobile hospitality technology at Horecava 2015, taking place form 12-15 January at the RAI International Exhibition & Conference Centre in Amsterdam, Netherlands. The most innovative and inspiring venue for food service industry professionals, the exhibition aims to provide an opportunity for everyone invo...

Farpointe Data offices relocated, expanded facilities

The new location's proficient layout lets Farpointe add manufacturing equipment and increase production Farpointe Data, the access control industry's global partner of choice for premium RFID solutions, recently announced that it relocated its offices over the past weekend to a new larger, more modern facility located approximately ten minutes north of the former headquarters. The new location features a larger, more proficient layout that lets Farpointe add new manufacturing...

Matrix Comsec announces participation at Convergence India Expo 2015 in New Delhi

Matrix will showcase ETERNITY LE – IP-PBX for large enterprises with up to 1344 analogue ports and 1000 IP users Matrix Comsec, a leading manufacturer of enterprise telecom and security products, is delighted to participate in the 23rd Edition of Convergence India Expo, New Delhi. Matrix being a consistent exhibitor at Convergence from last 5 years will showcase its complete range of Business Phone Systems, VoIP & GSM Gateways and Converged Voice & Data products....

MOBOTIX AG appoints Dr. Tristan Haage as Chief Sales Officer

Dr. Haage, will assume responsibility in the Management Board starting 1st April 2015 The Supervisory Board of MOBOTIX AG has appointed Dr. Tristan Haage as a new member of the Management Board for the area of Sales. With a PhD in physics, Dr. Haage comes from Kaiserslautern and will assume responsibility in the Management Board starting 1st April 2015. With Dr. Haage, MOBOTIX AG gains a leader with many years of management experience in international sales.  After f...

AxxonSoft introduces version 5.1 of Auto Intellect LPR and Traffic Monitoring module

Version 5.1 of the Auto Intellect module is now available from developer AxxonSoft. Highlights in the new version include improved recognition quality. What's New in Auto Intellect 5.1: Performance of the Carmen algorithm has been optimised for multicore CPUs. License plate recognition has been expanded to include new countries: Egypt, China, Iran, Iraq, Pakistan, Singapore, Philippines. Quality of license plate recognition has been improved for certain regions: Guatemala, Morocco, Pakistan...

Introducing emerald, CEM System's multifunctional IP access terminal

CEM Systems is part of the Security Products business unit of Tyco, the world’s largest pure-play fire protection and Security Company. CEM provides highly advanced security management solutions which include integrated access control, ID badging, alarm monitoring and the industry’s most advanced and flexible range of card readers. From a small facility to a large multi-site facility the sophisticated AC2000 access control system and advanced CEM products provide a solution to meet...

Women’s Security Council opens nominations for 2015 Women of the Year awards

The WSC Women of the Year Award recipients will be honoured during ISC West 2015 in Las Vegas The Women’s Security Council, a network of successful security professionals focused on promoting the advancement of women in the industry, has opened nominations for its 2015 Women of the Year awards. The annual initiative is aimed at recognising the top female professionals in the physical security industry in a variety of categories. The WSC Women of the Year Award recipient...

ASSA ABLOY’s TESA WatchLock GPS-enabled security solution

TESA ASSA ABLOY presents its revolutionary padlock. This innovative intelligent padlock guards goods and informs users by sending a message when anyone opens or closes it, allowing a user to know the exact location in any part of the world because of its GPS locator. WatchLock™ offers an ideal solution to asset owners across a variety of industries. Whether stationary or mobile, device or property, personal or business, on or offsite its habitual location. WatchLock™ will track, tra...

BCDVideo certifies new Johnson Controls P2000 video management system

The P2000 VMS helps to navigate between various management systems BCDVideo has announced the certification of Johnson Controls’ newly released P2000 Video Management System (P2000 VMS) on their Nova Series line of enterprise-class storage solutions. This new VMS offers a single, open interface to intuitively navigate between video management, video analytics, system integration, and alarm management. Standard, Professional, and Enterprise editions of the software are cu...

SSAIB appoints Alex Carmichael as Chief Executive

Alex Carmichael will be taking over from Geoff Tate who will be stepping down as CEO after 16 years in the role SSAIB, which is celebrating its 20th anniversary as the UK and Ireland’s leading fire, security and telecare certification body, has appointed its new Chief Executive. Alex Carmichael will be taking over from Geoff Tate, who announced earlier this year that he will be stepping down as CEO after 16 years in the role. Alex Carmichael is joining SSAIB from his cu...

CNL Software's IPSecurityCenter PSIM receives factory certification under Lenel OpenAccess Alliance Program

The interface provides security intelligence, allowing organisations to react faster and more precisely to incidents CNL Software, a world leader in Physical Security Information Management (PSIM) software is pleased to announce that its IPSecurityCenter™ PSIM has received Lenel factory certification under the Lenel OpenAccess Alliance Program (OAAP). The interface between IPSecurityCenter PSIM and the Lenel OnGuard access control, video and intrusion platform provid...

TESA’s electronic locks displayed at HOSTELCO 2014

TESA's electronic locks can be opened through smartphones or tablets From the 20th to the 23rd of October TESA Hotel has participated in the Hostelco exhibition in Barcelona. Hostelco has established itself as an essential international platform in a sector that shows the first real signs of recovery after years of crisis. It is the perfect catalyst for suppliers and customers, within hospitality market, becoming one of the most important European events. The fair has bee...

Penton announces International Wireless Communications Expo 2015 keynote speakers

Penton’s IWCE keynote speakers includes Roger Cressey and Dr. Reginald Brothers Penton’s International Wireless Communications Expo (IWCE) has announced Roger Cressey, a counter-terrorism analyst for NBC News and former presidential advisor, will give the Opening Keynote Address for its 2015 show. Dr. Reginald Brothers, Under Secretary of Homeland Security for Science and Technology at the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS), will give the Morning Keyno...

IP access control system manufacturer ISONAS announces Robert Lydic as Vice-President of Sales

Mr. Lydic will be responsible for managing the outside sales team and working to increase revenue ISONAS Inc., the leading pure IP access control system manufacturer, has announced that Robert Lydic has been added to the ISONAS executive team as Vice-President of Sales. Mr. Lydic comes to ISONAS with a significant proven history of leading top performing sales teams in the security and data industries.  In this role, Mr. Lydic will be responsible for managing the outside...

ASSA ABLOY signs agreement to acquire Digi Electronic Lock

The acquisition of Digi Electronic lock will strengthen ASSA ABLOY’s digital door lock segment ASSA ABLOY has signed an agreement to acquire Digi Electronic Lock, the leading digital door lock manufacturer in China. "I am very pleased to have Digi Electronic Lock and its competent personnel joining the ASSA ABLOY Group. Digi Electronic Lock is another strategic step in our expansion into new growth segments in China and other emerging markets”, says Johan Molin, P...

Smiths Detection announces five-year contract to supply X-ray scanners to U.S. Customs and Border Protection

The advanced scanners will cover a range of operations from screening baggages to examining cargo for contraband Smiths Detection Inc. recently announced a five-year contract to supply X-ray scanners to U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) for its non-intrusive inspection programme, aimed at protecting points of entry by land, air or sea. The advanced scanners will cover a range of operations, from screening passenger baggage to examining cargo for contraband, including n...

Maxxess to unveil its eFusion integration with Salto’s Virtual Network access control at Intersec 2015

Maxxess will also launch an interactive and online security consultant’s pack at the event Maxxess will showcase an unsurpassed number of integrations within its eFusion™ security management platform at Intersec 2015 due to take place at the Dubai International Convention and Exhibition Centre on 18-20 January. The global corporation recognised for its access control technology and extensive integration capabilities, will unveil new integration with world-leading s...

NICE Systems integrates its situation management solution with CloudScann’s hosted See It Send It mobile app

NICE Systems and CloudScann have announced an integrated mobile application solution, turning smartphones into reporting tools to document incidents as they happen and allowing officials to act faster to resolve them. The integrated solution combines NICE’s situation management solution, Situator, with CloudScann’s hosted See It Send It mobile app. By using the app on their smartphones, field personnel can report incidents, including sending video and photos, to a centralised comman...

ONVIF to launch a proactive education and enforcement campaign

The campaign is designed to ensure that all claims of ONVIF conformance are valid ONVIF, the leading global standardisation initiative for IP-based physical security products, announced recently that it is launching a proactive education and enforcement campaign designed to ensure that all claims of ONVIF conformance by manufacturers of IP-based physical security products are valid. The education and enforcement initiative aims to further protect the ONVIF brand and more pree...

British Security Industry Association to hold free Manchester Security event in March 2015

The event will facilitate discussion of security challenges faced by the region A popular exhibition and conference is set to return to Manchester next year, as the British Security Industry Association (BSIA) has announced that its free-to-attend Manchester Security event will return to the city’s Bridgewater Hall on Thursday 26th March 2015. A favourite among local businesses, the event aims to educate and inform local businesses in the North West, bringing them toget...

SALTO adds Clay Wall Reader to its line of cloud-based electronic locking solutions

The Clay by SALTO hardware line is about to welcome a new member into the family: the Clay Wall Reader. Thanks to its breakthrough design, the Clay Wall Reader provides an ideal access control solution for installation in places where an electronic lock cannot be fitted. This can include fences, lifts, mechanical doors, parking barriers and so on. Suitable for use indoors or out, the Clay Wall Reader reads encrypted data on its operating Clay Tag and communicates this to the Wall Reader’...

Viscount Systems appoints Scott Sieracki as new Vice President of Sales

In his new role with Viscount, Sieracki will be responsible for developing robust sales and business strategies Viscount Systems, a leading provider of IT-based security software and services, announced recently that it has appointed Scott Sieracki as its new Vice President of Sales effective immediately. Sieracki, who reports directly to Viscount President and CEO Dennis Raefield, will drive new opportunities for growth and development for the company specifically in the comm...

PSA Security Network announces new vendor partnership with COPROMETROUSA

Stone Lock Pro is a facial recognition access control device that provides instant, reliable confirmation of identity PSA Security Network recently announced a new vendor partnership with COPROMETROUSA. CoprometroUSA’s biometric access control product, Stone Lock® Pro, is a sophisticated facial recognition access control device that provides instant, reliable confirmation of identity with a very high level of accuracy. “We are very happy to be included in PSA&...

Cognitec signs software development and license agreement with Intel Corporation

The companies will apply face recognition to access control on electronic devices Cognitec Systems has signed an important software development and license agreement with Intel Corporation. Under the agreement, the companies will cooperate to apply face recognition to access control on electronic devices. Logon to PCs, laptops, tablets, mobile phones, and other computing devices will become both more convenient and secure as the technology replaces conventional passwords....