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With the new slogan "THE ID NETWORK", LEGIC emphasises the advantages of the partner network for its customers With its newly updated website, LEGIC Identsystems launches its new identity. The company takes into account the increasingly important software and services offer and strengthens the role of its partner network. The new LEGIC company website went live on 31st May. It illustrates the strategic decisions of recent years and helps the company to further establish its p...

certgate demonstrated how on-demand authorisations for access control can be granted and withdrawn certgate, the security innovator from Nuremberg, presented the new OTA (over-the-air) configuration technology during the 11th vps/Nexus customer day in Ettlingen. This enables NFC authorisations to be managed online on any smartphone. vps ID Systeme GmbH, software producer of professional IT solutions for identity management, staged its 11th customer day on 13 and 14 June 2013...

Nedap's new website uses a click through approach to click and swipe from page to page As Nedap is known for its use of innovative technology, it was obvious that their time barred website from 2007 needed to be renewed. And also, that it needed to include the newest frameworks used on the web. Within this new website design and user-friendliness are combined: a fresh design with a clear structure. And to future proof the website, it is designed for use on tablets and layout a...

Delta Scientific recently announced that a crash test of its new DSC720-1M bollards, created to stop taller trucks such as those found in Europe and the Mideast from tumbling over anti-terrorist crash-proof bollards, stopped a 15,000 pound (66.7 Km) flatbed truck impacting at 50 miles per hour (80 kph) with only a 0.5 meter penetration of the vehicle, creating an M50, P1 ASTM rating. The bollards caused severe damage to the engine and drive train. “This is the type of stopping power custo...

HID Global®, a worldwide leader in secure identity solutions, recently announced that the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office granted several patents for the company's innovation related to gesture-based methods of using three-dimensional (3-D) motion sequences to increase privacy, security and convenience when using RFID-based devices such as smart cards and NFC-enabled smartphones for a broad range of applications. These patent additions strengthen HID Global’s IP portfolio of over 1,00...

With invasions of computer systems occurring in every business of every industry every day, Identify Security Software Inc recently announced its launch as a company. “Identify Security Software is a new company with a new and better way for businesses and institutions to manage and control access to their information systems.” said Andre Limarenko, Identify’s president and COO. “Password-based systems and those that make use of digital keys or tokens are all too easy to...

The Loft monitor and the Halo panel from Fermax were also on the prestigious ADI-FAD shortlist Smile, the monitor with cutting-edge technological features that Fermax will soon be revealing to the public, continues in the wake of the latest products from the Valencian brand, all of them award winners for their excellent design. This time, this innovative terminal designed by Ramón Benedito was chosen by veteran Association ADI-FAD among the best products of the year, aw...

Gartner’s “Cool Vendor” research recognises smaller, emerging companies that are interesting and unique Once a year Gartner, Inc., the world's leading information technology research and advisory company, identifies “Cool Vendors”, companies who are “transforming the way businesses operate and consumers engage with technology”. Quantum Secure, a leading provider of enterprise-grade Physical Identity and Access Management (PIAM) solutio...

Richard Parnell of Total Security Protection based in Watford won the competition Mayflex, the cabling infrastructure, networking and electronic security solutions distributor, ran a competition from 1st February to 30th April to encourage customers, particularly those new to IP Security from Mayflex, to place orders for their range of IP based electronic security products, with the winner receiving a 3D HD bundle. Mayflex is at the forefront of the distribution of innovative...

SALTO Systems will also incorporate a new XSperience centre for internal staff, partner and end user training SALTO Systems is moving its UK operation to bigger offices in Southam, Warwickshire, to accommodate the continuing growth of the business. "This move is an important milestone in our growth and marks the start of the next phase in our business development" said Ramesh Gurdev, Managing Director of SALTO Systems UK Ltd. "Despite challenging economic conditions, we have...

Quantum Secure's software products address challenges with best practice processes that reduce costs and risks Quantum Secure announces that they have been added to the GSA Approved Products List (APL) in the Caching Status Proxy Category. As Quantum Secure is certified in the category with no restrictions, federal agencies choosing their SAFE for PIV Credential product will get a complete FIPS 201compliant solution within the category. “Physical security and identity m...

SALTO achieved a growth close to 20% compared to 2011 SALTO Systems S.L. has been recognised by the renowned market research firm IMS Research, as being the 8th largest access control company worldwide. According to the IMS report, “The World Market for Access Control Equipment – 2013 Edition”, SALTO, with its headquarters in Oiartzun, Spain has solidly broken into the ranks of the world’s top ten Access Control companies. This is a remarkable achieve...

Kirk will oversee marketing activities and strategically plan for new growth opportunities Matrix Systems, an access control and security solutions provider with a reputation built on service and long-term customer relationships, has appointed Kirk Newell to the newly created role of Demand Generation Manager. In this capacity, Newell will oversee outbound and inbound marketing activities, and strategically plan for new growth opportunities to better support the sales team...

The MIPS Forum featured a range of business events to discuss current security topics, learn about global best practice The 19th Moscow International Protection, Security and Fire Safety Exhibition took place on 15-18 April 2013, Pavilion 75 of VVC in Moscow, Russia. The MIPS 2013 exhibition space grew by over 10% to reach 11,581 sqm, and 491 companies from 26 countries presented their developments. The share of international companies increased considerably this year, and 20...

Bytes has worked alongside BNT to build a strategic market share for Lumidigm biometric fingerprint readers locally Bytes Technology Group has become a Lumidigm partner, following its acquisition of Brand New Technology (BNT), which had a broad range of exclusive distribution agreements in place focused on delivering identification management solutions. The acquisition has seen Bytes Technology Group become the exclusive distributor in Africa and the Middle East for global au...

TDSi will showcase its new EXgarde 4.1 Integrated Access Control software and proximity version of SOLOgarde system Integrated security solutions manufacturer TDSi will be exhibiting at the Security TWENTY 13 Conference at the Hammersmith Novotel in London on Wednesday 3rdJuly 2013. TDSi is committed to offering complete integrated security solutions and at the event will be showcasing its new EXgarde 4.1 Integrated Access Control software and the new proximity version of its...

SALTO Systems is one of Team Rynkeby’s Gold sponsors and is proud to contribute to their important work During 2013 SALTO NORDIC is sponsoring Team Rynkeby, a Nordic organisation helping to fight child cancer. Team Rynkeby works through Børnecancerfonden in Denmark, Barncancerfonden in Sweden and Sylva in Finland. The organisation started at Rynkeby Foods in Denmark in 2001 and last year raised more than EUR 2.2 million. The team is a Danish-Swedish initiati...

Netgenium has integrated Aperio L100 and PINPad wireless locks with its PolicyServer Network Solution Netgenium Systems has become the first access control specialist to integrate with ASSA ABLOY Access Control’s Aperio locking solutions using latest IP hub technology to directly connect and deliver a complete building security system. ASSA ABLOY’s Aperio is designed to upgrade mechanically locked doors and wirelessly connect them online or offline to new or exist...

SSEDIC’s SIIIC is being hosted in cooperation with EEMA and other major eID initiatives and partners Scoping the Single European Digital Identity Community (SSEDIC), a thematic network for the EC’s Digital Agenda for Europe (DAE), recently announces the agenda for its Second International Identity Initiative Conference (SIIIC). The event will provide a forum to share collective knowledge between current e-identity (eID) projects. The SIIIC takes place at the Ho...

Available only from Von Duprin, a new visual status indicator option for exit devices provides at-a-glance verification of the locked/unlocked status of the door. The indicators for the Von Duprin 98/99 Series Rim exit devices are similar to those offered on Schlage L-Series locks. As a result, teachers can easily identify if the door is locked and quickly secure the door’s exit device if it is unlocked. The new visual status indicator is available as an option on exit devices for both new...

With the Eycasa System, ABUS Security-Centre opens up a new business segment for its partners: video door intercoms. The Eycasa system combines video surveillance, intercom and door opening. In addition, up to three Eycasa outdoor cameras (available separately) can be integrated into the system. Thanks to wireless technology, elaborate cable installation work is avoided.  "Communicate. Monitor. Open." This is the slogan of the Eycasa Door & House Wireless Video System, a clever combina...

HID Global®, a worldwide leader in secure identity solutions, recently announced it has expanded its SlimFlex™ Tag family of broadband UHF radio frequency identification (RFID) transponders with the addition of the new SlimFlex Standard 200 and Standard 301. Designed for flexibility and durability, SlimFlex Tag transponders are among the most versatile UHF RFID tags available, enabling greater adaptability for a range of RFID tag placement options. The SlimFlex Standard 200 and Standa...

The access control equipment market is projected to reach approximately $198 million Despite spending cuts from a sequestered budget and a still-recovering economy, suppliers of innovative, high-security access control solutions to the U.S. government can expect modest growth this year, according to a new report entitled “The World Market for Electronic Physical Access Control Equipment – 2013 Edition” from IMS Research, now part of IHS Inc. The market in 20...

The program provides streamlined access to Brivo's flagship ACS WebService® and ACS Onsite® products Brivo Systems LLC, leader in cloud applications for security management, recently announced that several dealers have achieved “Brivo Blue” status based on their performance on a mix of specific criteria and commitments. The Brivo Blue Independent Dealer Program is intended to deepen partnerships, offer valuable education, and provide an impressive array of...

The new training facility will feature live product demos and training programmes Tyco Security Products, part of Tyco, the world’s largest pure-play fire protection and security company, have launched two new initiatives designed to further support installers and end user customers and expand access to Tyco Security Products’ portfolio of integrated technologies. With the launch of a new state-of-the-art Demonstration and Training Centre in Manchester, UK and...

PowerMaster-30 G2 is a professional wireless security, safety and control system Visonic, part of the Security Products business unit of Tyco, announced recently that the Visonic PowerMaster-30 G2 wireless alarm panel and its integrator partner CHH Construction Systems Pte Ltd. were recognised with a Gold Award for technological excellence during the Merlion Awards presentation at Safety & Security Asia. Held in May at the Marina Bay Sands in Singapore, the Merlion Awards...

HID Global will be responsible for the secure production, delivery and storage of up to two million Green Cards in 2013 HID Global, a worldwide leader in secure identity solutions, recently announced the US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), an agency of the US Department of Homeland Security, has selected the company as the prime contractor for the USCIS Permanent Resident Card – commonly known as the “Green Card.” Chosen for its capabilities in d...

Traka joins forces with STSL to support Traka's growing presence in the EMA region Traka plc, the industry's fastest-growing provider of electronic asset control solutions announced a strategic partnership for Secure Technology Solutions Ltd (STSL) to become a value-added distributor for the European region providing for higher levels of support for Traka’s regional customers, resellers and integration partners. Secure Technology Solutions Ltd (STSL), headquartered in D...

Genetec will also showcase Stratocast, its new cloud-based video surveillance solution At ASIS 2013, on booth # 1914, Genetec, a pioneer in the physical security industry and a leading provider of world-class unified IP security solutions will demonstrate the latest version of Security Center the Company's unified security platform that blends video surveillance (Omnicast), access control (Synergis) and license plate recognition (AutoVu) into a single unified platform. Visitor...

LEGIC offers the basis for individual solutions and autonomous control of security systems From July 3rd-4th, LEGIC will be at SicherheitsExpo showing the newest developments in contactless people identification. Whether access control, time & attendance, ePayment or printer management – the core elements from LEGIC stand for security, flexibility and comfort throughout the world. Combine your applications according to your needs and use your smartcard, credit card...