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James Whybrow, Director of VidSys will detail how PSIM software can address the security needs VidSys, a leading provider of Physical Security Information Management (PSIM) software, recently announced details of its participation at ASIS Middle East 2013, taking place February 17-19 in Dubai.  Who: James Whybrow, director, EMEA, VidSys  What: Senior security industry decision makers from across the Middle East will have the opportunity to experience a hands-on Vid...

The ride will be held in conjunction with the ISC West security products trade show on April 13th The Security Industry Association (SIA) is pleased to announce that the International Association of Fire Fighters (IAFF) Motorcycle Group is supporting the 2013 Ride for Education in Las Vegas. The ride, to be held in conjunction with the ISC West security products trade show and conference on Saturday, April 13, will raise money for the SIA First Responders Scholarship Fund, wh...

The guide details the changes to the licensing and regulatory regime of UK's security industry The British Security Industry Association has produced a guide for end-users and security buyers, to help them understand the proposed changes to the licensing and regulatory regime of the UK’s private security industry, which are set to impact all companies that use private security personnel. From 2013 onwards, there will be a gradual change in the way private security compa...

BSIA is considered a natural partner for SfS as it looks to develop its business over the coming years The British Security Industry Association (BSIA) has recently announced a new partnership with Skills for Security, in a landmark move that brings the sector skills body firmly back within the remit of the industry. The move, approved by board members of both organisations, will see Skills for Security become a wholly-owned subsidiary of the BSIA, reversing the Association&r...

Security Technology Live fills the gap in the national calendar created by IFSEC's shift to the south east Clarion Events, one of the leading players in the global security and defence event market, announce the launch of a new installer and channel facing event, Security Technology Live, which will be held at the NEC, Birmingham in May 2014. Security Technology Live has been developed through extensive consultation with exhibitors, associations and other stakeholders which h...

CNL reviews the technology to deter crime through improved situational awareness CNL Software, a world leader in Physical Security Information Management (PSIM) software, will present “Safer Cities Through Improved Situational Awareness” and “Information Management for Physical Security”, at the ASIS 4th Middle East Security Conference & Exhibition between February 17-19, 2013 in Dubai, UAE. Set at the InterContinental Dubai Festival City, under th...

Ingersoll Rand has augmented its grant-funding consultation capability As government entities, school districts and parents are searching for increased comprehensive security measures for their schools, Ingersoll Rand Security Technologies is providing its local Security and Safety Consultants (SSCs) with increased tools. For instance, many times the greatest impediment to protecting school children is funding. Therefore, Ingersoll Rand has augmented its grant-funding consulta...

G4S brings its proven safety and security programs to Boca Falls, a community with more than 700 homes G4S Secure Solutions has expanded its residential services to include another large upscale gated community in Boca Raton, Florida G4S Secure Solutions (USA) Inc. has expanded its residential services to include another large upscale gated community in Boca Raton, Florida. G4S brings its proven safety and security programs to Boca Falls, a community with more than 700 homes...

TDSi offers a wide range of integrated security and access control system Integrated security solutions manufacturer TDSi is firmly backing British manufacturing by producing its key products in the UK. The company develops, designs and manufactures its access control hardware and software in the UK, reflecting its commitment to, and firm belief in the UK as a centre of security solutions excellence. TDSi’s Managing Director, John Davies, commented, “As a company...

BSIA's Expert Council states Intersec 2013 saw the highest ever turnout of UK security companies at the event Members of the British Security Industry Association's Export Council, who exhibited at the recent Intersec 2013 exhibition in Dubai, are reporting a high level of visitor interest in the wide range of innovative UK security solutions, from integrated systems to access control, CCTV, perimeter protection, intruder alarm and power supply technology, on display during th...

Axxon Intellect Enterprise physical security information management software platform now offers integration for the KeyKing access control system, developed by KeyKing Group Ltd. (China). KeyKing is a perfect solution for today’s smart buildings and facilities, which require the precise configuration and high adaptability that KeyKing provides. The integration spans five controller models, supporting from 1 to 8 checkpoints and 2 to 8 readers:     TC312NT — 1 chec...

The partnership has resulted in the development of LiNC-XS™, a flexible enterprise class access control offering by PCSC PCSC, a designer and manufacturer of quality access control solutions recently announced that it has entered into a strategic partnership with Maxxess Systems, Inc. headquartered in Yorba Linda, California. Maxxess is a leader in highly integrated access control systems. This partnership has resulted in the development of LiNC-XS™, a flexible en...

DoorKing is introducing wireless expansion boards for its 1830 series of telephone entry and access control products.  The new wireless expansion boards make it possible to add up to 16 card readers (or other access devices) to an access control system without the need for additional wire&...

The division focuses on designing integrated IP solutions for a variety of security and surveillance applications The UK's leading supplier of IP systems for security and surveillance - CCTV Center - announces that they are launching a new business division called Nexus Connect. The new division has been built on a concept specifically developed to focus on designing sophisticated integrated IP solutions for a variety of security and surveillance industry applications and offe...

CIT Payments 2013 is part of the Financial Forum Series and brings together industry experts from around the world Datacard Group, the world leader in secure ID and card personalization solutions, announced recently that Sebastien Tormos, director of marketing, m-commerce solutions for Datacard Group, will be presenting at the CIT Payments 2013 conference in Madrid, Spain on Feb. 19th, 2013. In its 16th year, CIT Payments 2013 is part of the Financial Forum Series and brings...

Counter Terror Expo 2013 delivers various available protective measures relevant to oil & gas security Energy sector security has taken on an entirely new dimension following the recent hostage crisis at the In Amenas gas plant in Algeria, say analysts who have long viewed the security of physical infrastructure supporting the sector as it’s principle Achilles Heel. The assault, which has claimed the lives of at least 37 foreign workers, is said to be worst terroris...

Suprema, Inc., a global leader in biometrics and ID solutions, announced recently that the company’s latest BioMini Plus(SFU500) fingerprint scanner tested in full compliance and received final certification from the Government of India’s STQC (Standardisation Testing & Quality Certification) for the country’s UID (Unique ID, India’s next generation national ID) based fingerprint authentication demands. The STQC certification is an essential requirement for procuremen...

Prof. Dr. Leonard Yong works as a Senior Consultant of EuroMaTech Training & Management Consultancy ASIS International, the world’s premier association for security professionals, has announced that Prof. Dr. Leonard Yong, Senior Consultant of EuroMaTech Training & Management Consultancy, will be a keynote speaker at ASIS Middle East 2013. The ASIS 4th Middle East Security Conference & Exhibition will be held on 17-19 February 2013 in Dubai, UAE at the Inter...

Access Control Technology has released their latest access control software application, ACTpro Enterprise, for use with the ACTpro range of door controllers and card readers. Enterprise is a role based platform designed and built to meet the requirements of increasingly complex access control solutions where regular traffic places heavy demands on software. ACTpro Enterprise delivers 3 modules with the functionality based on the role of the user: ACT Install - Used by the installer to set u...

HID Global's projections include visitor management , secure credential issuance, and RFID tagging HID Global, a worldwide leader in secure identity solutions, recently released its projections for the top secure identity trends of 2013. The predictions span a broad range of market segments including physical access control, logical access control, and mobile access control using NFC-enabled smartphones. Other market segments covered in the company’s projections include...

The free guide aids the retail sector in understanding the benefits of access control security system The British Security Industry Association (BSIA) has recently released a free guide to aid the retail sector in understanding the benefits of access control security systems. The retail sector faces a number of security threats year round, from shoplifting to organised crime, and these risks are increased by the heavy footfall brought on by mid-season sales. “The benef...

The agreement will enable PCSC to resell HID Global’s EasyLobby® Secure Visitor Management (SVM™) software PCSC, a designer and manufacturer of quality access control solutions confirms that it has entered into a reseller agreement with HID Global®, a worldwide leader in secure identity solutions. The agreement will enable PCSC to resell HID Global’s EasyLobby® Secure Visitor Management (SVM™) software as part of PCSC’s LiNC-NXG™...

ASSA ABLOY’s Aperio™ Technology will enable mechanical doors to be integrated into access control systems at an even more favourable price in the future. A communications hub providing a wireless connection with up to eight doors has just been added to the AperioT product portfolio. The new Communications Hub AH30 can operate up to eight doors within a transmission range of about 15 to 25 metres. Suitable for interior doors, this hub is particularly practical for hallways with a num...

The predictions span a range of market segments including physical, logical and mobile access control HID Global, a worldwide leader in secure identity solutions, recently released its projections for the top secure identity trends of 2013. The predictions span a broad range of market segments including physical access control, logical access control, and mobile access control using NFC-enabled smartphones. Other market segments covered in the company’s projections...

Ms. Burke is responsible for HID Global’s business applications and data networking HID Global®, a worldwide leader in secure identity solutions, recently announced Bridget Burke has joined the company as Vice President and Chief Information Officer (CIO). With a goal of enhancing overall information capabilities, Ms. Burke is responsible for HID Global’s business applications, data networking and infrastructure and customer information programs. Burke will als...

Protection1 to acquire select assets of Pinnacle including certain proprietary IT infrastructure and software Protection 1, the largest full-service provider of business and home security in the U.S., recently announced the purchase of select assets from Utah-based Pinnacle Security including certain proprietary IT infrastructure and software, along with assuming the current Pinnacle facility located in Orem, Utah. “Pinnacle’s customer relationship management syst...

Brady Corporation acquired PDC, a leader in identification products primarily for the healthcare market Brady Corporation (“Brady”), a world leader in identification solutions, recently acquired Precision Dynamics Corporation (“PDC”) from Water Street Healthcare Partners, a strategic private equity firm focused exclusively on the health care industry, in a cash transaction for $300 million, subject to customary working capital and post-close adjustments...

Intersec 2013 saw an increased demand for HD CCTV and PSIM solutions Intersec Dubai 2013, the premier business and networking event for security, safety and fire protection in the Middle East recently concluded its 15th and largest yet edition. Featuring 990 exhibitors from 54 countries, Intersec 2013 was 7% larger than the previous edition and welcomed 21,615 visitors from 118 countries, enjoying a 10% growth in trade visitor numbers.* Intersec 2013 was inaugurated by His Hi...

ARGYLL, the UK’s leading provider of safeguarding services, recently announced the launch of Companion, one of a new range of personal safety applications for Smartphones. The app, which is the first of its kind on the market, converts compatible smartphones into a fully functioning personal safety solution with a dedicated SOS button. Companion is complemented by SmartClip, a body worn clip-on accessory that looks like a simple hands-free or MP3 device but is in actual fact a discreet S...

This month, we introduce a compact and versatile reader - OTR38. With a small footprint of 100x80mm, this elegantly designed reader has the capability to read most LF chip (EM4XXX, Unique, ATA55XX, HITAG 1, HITAG 2, HITAG S, HITAG u, Q5, Titan etc). OTR38 provides an ideal platform for a uniform deployment across a variety LF identification systems, perfect for R&D and proof of concepts. OTR38 also boast a good range of input/output option that you can use for special customized requirements...