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SIA's PIV Working Group proposed improvements to make the PIV card more usable Recently, the Security Industry Association (SIA) submitted important new comments to NIST regarding the revised draft of FIPS 201-2, the standard for Personal Identity Verification (PIV). SIA’s PIV Working Group contributed comments and proposed improvements to make the PIV card more usable in physical access control applications, especially those that address the high security objectives of...

According to Acuity Market Intelligence, by 2015 countries issuing eIDs will exceed those using traditioanal IDs HID Global, trusted leader in solutions for the delivery of secure identity, provided its perspective on some of the key trends likely to impact government identity programs over the next five years. The overarching drivers are the dramatic shift from traditional national identity documents to eIDs, and the growing requirement to defend against mass counterfeiting a...

Gary Rowden Sales and Marketing Director of Samsung Techwin looks forward to working with Norbain Samsung Techwin Europe is pleased to announce the signing of a new distribution agreement with Norbain SD Limited. This news follows on from the announcement on 2nd July 2012 that Norbain’s UK operation has been acquired by Newbury Investments (UK) Ltd, in a pre-pack arrangement from the administrators, KPMG. “Our priority has always been to ensure our customer...

Jens Holmberg brings significant and long experience within security Idesco is happy to welcome Jens Holmberg who has filled the position of Business Manager for Idesco AB, taking responsibility for Idesco’s key accounts sales activities in Scandinavia. Jens brings significant and long experience within security, namely with Bravida, G4S and YIT where he had recently worked in business development. "We are delighted to have Jens as part of our team. We are supplying ev...

Complete Pixel represents security product manufacturer's, such as IQinVision and Veracity, among others Complete Pixel, a manufacturers’ representative group specialising in leading-edge security products, begins operations this month in the Middle East region. The new company’s entry into the security products marketplace represents a brand new business model for manufacturer representation in the industry. “Complete Pixel brings to market well-known manuf...

Secure Wireless customers will benefit from Linear’s training and technical support teams Linear LLC, the leader in residential and commercial access control, emergency response and security solutions, announces the consolidation of Secure Wireless, Inc. All Secure Wireless operations will be integrated with those of Linear during the second half of 2012. Secure Wireless will remain an important product offering and brand in the Linear portfolio. Founded in 2002, Secure...

The interactive training session will take place on August 22nd 2012 Linear LLC, the leader in residential and commercial access control, emergency response and security solutions, announces its first-ever social media training, created exclusively for Linear dealers, scheduled to debut on August 22nd, 2012 at 1:00 PM ET / 10:00 AM PT. The interactive training session will run approximately 45 minutes with an additional 15 minutes open for questions and commentary. The Linear...

The launch of the innovative Euro wireless ZEM (EURO-ZEM32-WE) from Castle means adding Pyronix Enforcer peripherals to your wired system is now a reality. Bridging the gap between wired and wireless, the wireless ZEM enables 32 wireless inputs, 2 wireless bells and 32 wireless keyfobs to be added to your wired system; the two way wireless in the Enforcer peripherals ensures that substituting high security for ease of installation is no longer an issue. The ability to learn the Enforcer wireles...

Honeywell announced WIN-PAK XE (Xpress Edition) access control software, the latest addition to its WIN-PAK access control software family and suitable for businesses that require access control functionality only through a single workstation system. Designed to evolve to meet changing business needs, WIN-PAK XE provides a cost-effective solution that can be easily expanded into a more comprehensive integrated Honeywell security solution. Integrators also benefit from a single software solution...

SIA's online report states that Brazil security market is expected to triple within five years The Security Industry Association (SIA) recently released the most updated and comprehensive resource available on the electronic physical security market in Brazil: the 2012 Brazil Security Market Report. Both the public and private sectors in Brazil are investing heavily in security equipment, as that nation prepares to host the 2014 FIFA World Cup and the 2016 Summer Olympics and...

BSIA’s Training Providers Section created a `one stop shop` for anyone looking for a professional security training provider The British Security Industry Association (BSIA) Training Providers section has released some useful tips to help companies and individuals wishing to identify the most reputable and professional security training providers. “The development of the security industry continues to create a wealth of new and exciting career opportunities, and j...

ASIS 2012 Annual Seminar and Exhibits will be held in Philadelphia between September 10-12 Quantum Secure, the leading provider of enterprise software to manage and streamline security identities, compliance and events across disparate physical security systems, will give away a tablet or mobile device to a lucky attendee each day of the ASIS 2012 Annual Seminar and Exhibits in Philadelphia September 10-12. Highlighting the release of Quantum Secure's new SAFE App for Mobile...

The Super LoLux HD line of IP cameras uses state-of-the-art JVC Super LoLux CMOS sensors AxxonSoft, a leading VMS and PSIMS developer, has broadened its software support to include integration with the new Super LoLux HD line of IP cameras from JVC, a technology leader in the development and manufacturing of hardware for video management systems. The Super LoLux HD line of IP cameras uses state-of-the-art JVC Super LoLux CMOS sensors that support 1080p resolution. Super LoLux...

As National Account Manager for ASSA ABLOY, Bruce comes with years' experience as a Building Surveyor ASSA ABLOY UK’s Security Solutions division has appointed Bruce East to the role of National Account Manager.Responsible for developing sales of UNION hardware products and ASSA ABLOY door closers within the OEM channel, one of Bruce’s key tasks will be working with larger manufacturers to manage the 2013 CE marking changes to doorsets.Having trained and worked as...

eIQ’s support program includes configuration and fine-tuning of eIQnetworks security solutions eIQnetworks, Inc., the only global provider of a unified situational awareness solution, announced the company has certified its 200th engineer for its award-winning SecureVue unified situational awareness platform. Part of its commitment to customer success, the company offers a world-class customer training and certification program that effectively ensures customers quickly...

Ingersoll Rand Security Technologies announced that government security professionals can now join their peers in the private sector and purchase a customised electronic locks solution to secure their facilities today while protecting their access control investment for years to come. The new Schlage FIPS 201-1 (Federal Information Processing Standards Publication) AD-Series features provides enhanced connectivity options to lower door opening costs. These options are available on both the AD-3...

S2 Global is a flexible and expandable solution with practically unlimited scale S2 Security Corporation (S2), the leader in IP-based integrated physical security systems, today publicly launched S2 Global, a better way to manage distributed physical security systems. S2 Global is a flexible and expandable solution with practically unlimited scale. S2 Global enables users to knit together an entire ecosystem of security management systems (SMS) and video management systems (VM...

To guarantee justice and fairness, the names of experts will be published at MATELEC's opening ceremony On July 4th, 2012, the organiser of MATELEC EIBT China 2013 announced that the Jury Delegation of the “New Technology & New Product Selection and Presentation” was successfully launched. The Jury Delegation is consisted of over 20 well-known professionals coming from home and abroad in electrical and intelligent building industry. To guarantee justice a...

icomply to integrate SALTO's access control technology range into its V-TAS Pro software icomply are pleased to announce that they have entered into a technology partnership agreement with SALTO Systems. The UK software developers of V-TAS Pro, a PSIM integration platform, icomply provides integration solutions for CNI, government, retail and transportation applications.  Under the technology partnership, icomply have committed to fully integrating SALTO's range of access...

BSIA's statistics states cash-in transit offenders are linked to car key burglary and drug offences Falling victim to attack and robbery remains a very real threat for the security industry’s cash-in-transit couriers, according to the latest statistics published by SaferCash, the cash-in-transit intelligence service of the British Security Industry Association (BSIA). In 2011, 144 crew members fell victim to attack, with many sustaining minor and serious injury, sustain...

IFSEC & Homeland Security India to take place from 1-3 Nov 2012 at the India Expo Centre in Greater Noida, India Having gained its foothold as the most prominent exhibition for the commercial and homeland security sector, IFSEC & Homeland Security India is announcing plans to further develop the exhibition and its content to cater for the evolving needs of the booming Indian and South Asian security industry. After a recent visit to India to meet key event stakeholder...

UK MVNO Anvil Mobile has announced the availability of Option’s Cloudkey, the first complete solution for instant and secure, fully authenticated, mobile access over 3G networks. Cloudkey combines strong authentication and workflow to secure access to corporate network-based applications, data and services using 3G mobile broadband. While DSL broadband lines have a fixed IP address that can be logged into the corporate firewall to support a secure VPN connection, 3G mobile broadband typic...

Extending and adding to the functionality of its CLIQ electromechanical cylinder range, ASSA has launched the innovative CLIQ Remote system. Using ASSA dp technology, with its unique patented sidebar mechanism allowing billions of usable differs, CLIQ Remote is designed for larger masterkey suites, remote sites and companies with a geographical spread of operations. Enabling the commissioning, programming and full administration of security management centrally via web-based software, the system...

Altronix's new website has a product locator, which enables visitors to search by market sector Altronix, the leading manufacturer of low voltage power supplies and peripherals for the electronic security industry, has redesigned its website to provide visitors with fast and easy access to information along with an improved online experience. The new website – www.altronix.com – offers a fresh look and new resources and functionality designed for system designers,...

Next Level Security Systems, a provider of a new breed of unified, networked security solutions, announced recently the release of the NLSS Gateway 3.0, the newest version of the company’s flagship solution the NLSS Gateway. The award-winning NLSS Gateway is a unified security management system that integrates IP access control, video management and video analytics into a single, easy-to-use networked platform. The Gateway 3.0 upgrade allows users to leverage facial recognition and detecti...

The BSIA has supported the CPNI's guide to help security managers improve and maintain staff motivation  The British Security Industry Association (BSIA) welcomes the publication of updated guidance by the Centre for the Protection of National Infrastructure (CPNI) designed to help security managers improve and maintain staff motivation.Drawing on lessons learnt from a number of pilot schemes across the UK and the success of the original piece of work, the inter...

Norbain's "pre-pack" sale triggered by a financing syndicate made up of its four largest creditors It has been a matter of public record for some time that Newbury Investments paid £23.5m for Norbain in a pre-pack arrangement which left the company without any obligations to the old Norbain’s many creditors. But other than this, the background to the distributor’s sale has remained sketchy. The sale was triggered by a financing syndicate made up of Norbain&r...

Payment terminals, known as PIN Pads, are putting hundreds of millions of consumers worldwide at risk everyday Payment terminals, known as PIN Pads, are putting hundreds of millions of consumers worldwide at risk everyday a British IT security company is warning. The terminals, which are used by retailers, handled more than 852 million card payments in the UK alone in April 2012 according to the UK Cards Association. Researchers at MWR InfoSecurity have found that the termin...

Europa becomes a member of the International Professional Security Association Europa has further demonstrated a commitment to being recognised as a first class provider of professional security services after becoming a member of the International Professional Security Association (IPSA). A presentation ceremony confirmed Europa’s membership to the organisation, whose aim is to enhance the professionalism of the security industry whilst improving the status of members...

Cassidian and Carl Zeiss AG partner to run Carl Zeiss Optronics Cassidian and Carl Zeiss AG have agreed to run the optronics and optics activities of Carl Zeiss Optronics GmbH jointly in future. In a contract signed on 13 July 2012 between EADS Deutschland GmbH – Cassidian’s German legal entity – and Carl Zeiss AG, the two partners stipulated that Cassidian would acquire 75.1 per cent of the shares in Carl Zeiss Optronics GmbH, headquartered in Oberkochen, G...