Access control news

Videx offers a wide variety of high security locks and padlocks for the water utility industry. CyberLock electromechanical lock cylinders and smart keys record access details, of who opened, or attempted to open, every lock, providing critical information when investigating a security breach. In addition, CyberLock enables users to instantly add or delete electronic keys. This eliminates exposure due to lost or stolen keys, and also allows users to assign customised access privileges based on t...

The Physical Security Product of the Year category showcased the highest quality physical security products Mul-T-Lock UK is celebrating after the newly launched Watchlock intelligent high security padlock won Physical Security Product of the Year at this year’s IFSEC Security Industry Awards. The award winning Watchlock from Mul-T-Lock combines a high security padlock, GPS locating system and SIM card based communication technologies to provide real time event and loca...

The replacement fleet of Ford Fiesta ECOnetic models will be used for security patrols in the Midlands Leading security provider Octavian Security has stepped up its commitment to becoming a more environmentally friendly business by investing in several new, greener patrol cars.  The replacement fleet of super-efficient Ford Fiesta ECOnetic models will be used for security patrols and alarm response calls throughout the Midlands, whilst considerably lowering the company&...

CNL Software will also show its IPSecurityCenter PSIM solution as chosen by Law Enforcement Agencies CNL Software, a world leader in Physical Security Information Management (PSIM) software, will join Cisco Systems and Edge360 to jointly deliver a workshop focusing on 'Best Practices in Citywide Surveillance for Urban Security and Smart Cities' at the 36th Annual IACP LEIM Conference and Exposition Indianapolis, IN, on 21st-23rd May 2012. The Law Enforcement Information Manag...

The Outstanding Contribution to the Security Industry Award went to Alun John, CEO of the Norbain Group After a thrilling evening at the Hilton Hotel in Birmingham, UBM Live - organiser of IFSEC International, the world's largest annual security event - is pleased to announce the winners of the IFSEC International Security Industry Awards 2012. Produced in association with the British Security Industry Association (BSIA) and headline sponsored by Norbain Group, the awards wer...

On display will be CEM's AC2000 AE, the industry's only airport-specific access control solution CEM Systems, part of Tyco Security Products, will showcase its leading access control and integrated security solutions specifically designed for airports at Airport Show 2012, Dubai International Convention and Exhibition Center, Dubai, 22nd - 24th May, Stand F102. On display will be CEM AC2000 AE (Airport Edition), the industry's only airport-specific access control solution, an...

Bruce George has campaigned for over 30 years for the regulation of manned services Described as “A man in a Million" by the Mayor of Walsall when presenting the Rt. Hon. Bruce George in 2011 with the silver casket and scroll marking his being granted the Honorary Freedom of the City of Walsall in recognition of serving 36 years at its Member of Parliament, the International Professional Security Association expresses similar sentiments and is pleased to announce that Br...

Maxxess' eFusion will be displayed at stand D65 in Hall 5 at IFSEC 2012 Visitors to stand D95 in Hall 5 at IFSEC 2012, which takes place at the NEC Birmingham on 14th -17th May, will be able to see a demonstration of the latest version of Maxxess’ eFusion Event Management software and its connectivity to many of the industry’s third party security systems. eFusion is able to interfaces with  over forty video manufacturers, most intrusion panels such as Ademco...

Honeywell today released several enhancements to its widely used WIN-PAK® integrated security platform that gives users greater ability to integrate digital video into their security systems, as well as work with a wider range of access control panels. WIN-PAK now seamlessly supports Honeywell’s NetAXS-123, NetAXS-4 and NS2 access control panels to provide full compatibility for legacy and new systems. In addition to WIN-PAK supporting the Honeywell Fusion, HRDP and Rapid Eye™ hy...

Sponsors, exhibitors and supporting organisations presented their products and services to security professionals ASIS International has held its 11th European Security Conference & Exhibition on 15-17 April 2012 at the Hilton London Metropole in London, UK. The event gathered a record attendance of 501 senior security professionals from 46 countries. Delegates were welcomed on 16 April by London Metropolitan Police Service Commissioner Bernard Hogan-Howe QPM. The event c...

HID and ASSA ABLOY will demonstrate its technologies, products, solutions in Stand C50 in Hall 4 HID Global and its parent company ASSA ABLOY, trusted leaders in solutions for the delivery of secure identity and door opening solutions will jointly showcase their world-class products and solutions for migrating to higher security physical access control at the IFSEC International exhibition Birmingham, UK from 14 - 17 May. The two companies continue their commitment to technol...

HID Global will showcase products and services that are popular for banking industry and government applications HID Global, trusted leader in solutions for the delivery of secure identity, recently announced it will showcase the latest advances and broad portfolio of secure identity solutions for creating, using and managing secure identity at the region’s largest event for banks, retail, telcos and government during next week’s Cards Middle East 2012 co...

Morse Watchmans' KeyWatcher Touch key system and KeyWatcher TrueTouch software were displayed at IFSEC Innovative key control and asset management systems from Morse Watchmans made their European debut at this year’s IFSEC 2012. New to the lineup are the KeyWatcher Touch key control system and KeyWatcher TrueTouch software. These additions will be showcased along with Morse Watchmans’ KeyWatcher Illuminated system and a variety of system configurations that highli...

Nedap Security Management launched 3.0, featuring a fully upgraded user interface. This makes the far-reaching and flexible functionality of the security controller for break-in detection, video management and access control available to its users in the most user-friendly manner possible. As a result, AEOS has a new interface and a fresh look, which you can expect of a modern security management system. The unique multitasking technology of AEOS 3.0 increases the efficiency of your security pr...

MOBOTIX's revenue growth for the first half of fiscal year 2011/12 amounted to 11% MOBOTIX AG, a supplier of high-resolution, network-based video security systems, announces the Group’s key figures in accordance with IFRS for the first half of fiscal year 2011/12 (October 1, 2011 to  March 31, 2012) ahead of time. In the current fiscal year 2011/12 the MOBOTIX Group recorded a strong second quarter with revenue growth of 18% compared to the prior year. Revenue grow...

Samsung will work with VMS companies to offer "open" software designed to facilitate the integration of systems Samsung has announced that it has successfully accelerated its programme to integrate its cameras, DVRs and NVRs with video management software offered by leading independent software development companies. Axxon, Aimetis, Digifort, Griffid, Ipronet, Exacq, Genetec, ISS, Milestone, Mirasys, ONssi and Seetec are now among the list of VMS companies that Samsung has be...

Idesco is the first manufacturer to offer encrypted communication from user card to controller Idesco will be presenting its new innovative AESCO security package which opens the pathway to ascend to the securest - and most convenient - access control system at IFSEC 2012.  Idesco is the first manufacturer in the world offering encrypted communication from user card to controller, an innovation that lifts your system to the pinnacle of safety. It is possible because all d...

Visonic Ltd., a leading developer and manufacturer of cutting-edge home security and safety systems and components, announced the availability of two new wireless touchscreen iconic keypads – KP-160/MKP-160. The keypads support most of the daily user security system functions, such as: arming/disarming, initiating emergency response, fire and panic alarms, controlling home appliances and reviewing system status. Both new keypads can also be used with proximity tags or employee RFID tags fo...

The MAXPRO Cloud solution is a hosted service that gives organisations access to their video surveillance anywhere Honeywell announced the latest updates to its MAXPRO and Galaxy Flex security solutions as well as third party solutions to be demonstrated at the IFSEC 2012 International security trade show taking place at the National Exhibition Centre (NEC) in Birmingham, UK, from 14th to 17th May 2012 - Stand E80 in Hall 4. Visitors to the stand will be able to see first-hand...

As part of the IP education drive, IFSEC International 2012 will see the debut of the ipAssured Education Zone Security professionals without a working knowledge of IP-based systems and products are at risk of being left behind in the rapidly evolving security marketplace. That’s the message from the organisers of IFSEC International 2012, who are hosting an extensive IP education awareness programme at this year’s show in order to help visitors safeguard their fu...

axesplus enables security officers to manage their access control system from anywhere in the world RISCO Group, a leading provider of integrated security solutions, has launched the axesplus access management solution. Based on distributed intelligence and advanced cloud computing technology, axesplus is designed to meet the stringent security requirements of high-end, multi-site and multi-tenanted deployments. axesplus is based on RSP, RISCO's Software-as-a-Service platform...

DIGIgarde PLUS is compatible with TDSi’s EXgarde PRO 4.0 and MIFARE cards to give high levels of security TDSi, a global leader in access control systems for all sizes of businesses and organisations will be attending IFSEC 2012 at the NEC Birmingham on the 14th to the 17th May, exhibiting in Hall 4 on stand G20. TDSi will be launching and demonstrating the latest update for its EXgarde PRO software suite, EXgarde 4.0, which now includes compatibility with Microsoft&rsqu...

Shaktiware provide smart solutions for vehicle flow management Teamed with Shaktiware’s ANPR software, LILIN’s HD Sense Up+ cameras deliver number plate recognition across 30 lanes. LILIN, IP video experts, have recently worked with Shaktiware and their software to develop an effective number plate recognition solution. Established in 2000, Shaktiware are a French company who provide smart solutions for vehicle flow management. They specialise in operations includ...

SSAIB will showcase on stand D35 in Hall 4 SSAIB, the UK’s leading Certification Body for organisations providing a variety of electronic security, manned guarding services, fire protection, intruder and other alarm systems, will be exhibiting again this year at IFSEC, on stand D35 in Hall 4. As a specialist Certification Body, providing a wide scope of accreditation, the SSAIB offers a range of important benefits to service suppliers and end-user customers alike. Now o...

The RFID product portfolio included many new tag designs never before shown in Europe HID Global, trusted leader in solutions for the delivery of secure identity, recently unveiled at EURO ID 2012 in Berlin its expanded portfolio of radio frequency identification (RFID) solutions from its Identification Technologies business segment, including many new tag designs never before shown in Europe. This showcase of new and existing RFID tag solutions reinforces the company’s...

Net2 Entry is designed to be the simplest system, in-keeping with Paxton’s reputation in access control Paxton, market leaders in intelligent access control, will bring their brand new security solution, Net2 Entry, to IFSEC 2012. Net2 Entry is a smart, simple door entry system and marks a dynamic, fresh direction for Paxton. Paxton have chosen to showcase Net2 Entry at IFSEC 2012 ahead of its release later this year to give customers a sneak preview of the breakthrough...

Genetec aims to enhance its accessibility and service to local partners and end users Genetec, a pioneer in the physical security industry and a leading provider of world-class unified IP security solutions, announced recently that increasing market demand for its innovative solutions in regions across Europe, Middle East, and Africa (EMEA) has prompted major expansions of their Paris and Dubai offices as well as the opening of a new office in London. With these expansions, Ge...

AxxonSoft has integrated the access control and management system SALTO ProAccess SHIP into its Axxon Intellect Enterprise software package. The integration has been performed in partnership with The Smart Security Co. As a result, the list of Axxon Intellect Enterprise supported appliances now includes wireless locks and cylinders, on-line (IP) and off-line controllers of SALTO Access Control as well as SALTO specialised solutions for evacuation exits with Anti-Panic devices. The integration...

MAXPRO Cloud is Honeywell’s hosted-video service that gives access to video surveillance anywhere Honeywell’s MAXPRO Cloud was named the top product in the Commercial and Monitoring Solutions category in the 2012 New Product Showcase Awards program, which is sponsored by the Security Industry Association (SIA). MAXPRO Cloud is Honeywell’s hosted-video service that gives organisations access to their video surveillance anywhere there is an Internet connection...

IFSEC acts as a hub for the international security markets worldwide UBM Live, organisers of the globally respected IFSEC security and fire events, will for the first time extend its reach to Eastern Europe, helping to internationalise BEZPEKA, the leading security event in Ukraine this October (23 – 26 October 2012, Kyiv, Ukraine).    The partnership will see significant investment injected into the sales and marketing function to help broaden the event&rs...