Access control news

Morse Watchmans, the security industry's premier manufacturer of key control and asset management solutions, recently unveiled KeyWatcher Touch, its powerful enterprise-level key control and management system. Reinforcing the company's competitive advantage and industry reputation, KeyWatcher Touch features the ability to join multiple locations, common usage of database and programming and an instrument-grade touch screen LCD display. Other firsts include the time-saving KeyAnywhere capabil...

Morse Watchmans introduces its new KeyWatcher TrueTouch software, which delivers unparalleled support and functionality for the new KeyWatcher Touch key management system. The new software package comprises the KeyWatcher TrueTouch client interface and the KeyWatcher Server for enhanced administration and control of the KeyWatcher Touch system. "KeyWatcher TrueTouch software capability is a new benchmark in managing key control systems," said Fernando Pires, VP Sales and Marketing, M...

  CORMORANT voice and data solution enhances security and is trusted by professionals Cassidian announced at this year's DSEi exhibition and show that CORMORANT service contract between Cassidian and the UK Ministry of Defence (MoD) has been extended to December 2012. This deployable, modular LAN / WAN voice and data solution was originally delivered to two Royal Signals Units for use at the strategic command level. Since this initial delivery, demand for CORMORANT...

Pro-Watch enables to manage access control and intrusion systems using a single software platformHoneywell's widely used Pro-Watch® Security Management software suite has been selected by top resellers as a Business Solutions Magazine (BSM) Best Channel Product.  Designed to meet the needs of a range of organisations from global enterprises to small commercial offices, Pro-Watch allows organisations to manage access control, video surveillance and intrusion systems with a single s...

The partnership will increase interaction between CNL's IPSC and PPM's Perspective SoftwareCNL, a world leader in developing Physical Security Information Management (PSIM) software, announces plans to deepen their existing partnership with PPM 2000 Inc., the world's leading developer of Incident Management software for corporate security departments. The expanded partnership will increase the interaction between CNL's award winning IPSecurityCenter (IPSC) and PPM 2000's Perspective Incide...

Total Recall supports a wide variety of remote surveillance systems providing a complete turnkey solutionProxim Wireless Corporation, a leading provider of complete indoor and outdoor wireless broadband systems, recently announced the deployment of Total Recall's Crime Eye Surveillance System which secures the Diamond District in New York City. The deployment uses Proxim's Tsunami 8100 MIMO radios in place of fiber optic cables to connect the cameras together and to provide communication for re...

  The Securing New Ground Conference will be held at the Roosevelt Hotel in New York City on 1-2 November 2011 The 16th annual Securing New Ground Conference, hosted by the Security Industry Association (SIA), is a unique forum bringing together leading investors, executives and end users in the security industry. Held this year 1-2 November at the Roosevelt Hotel in New York City, the conference focuses on the business of security and on identifying business trends and oppor...

Harmony Series H1 and H2 exit devices are with 56- electric latch retraction SARGENT Manufacturing Company a market leader in locksets, cylinders, door closers, and related products, and ASSA ABLOY Group company, will be exhibiting its Harmony Series H1 and H2 exit devices with 56- electric latch retraction, which brings fast, quiet operation to high-traffic egress doors. Offered in ET trim as well as a variety of pull trims, 56- electric latch retraction ensures fast, quiet operation as w...

  SARGENT's SE LP10 line leverages HID Global's new Secure Identity Object digital credential technology At ASIS 2011, SARGENT is showcasing its newest solutions for secure physical access projects that must comply with Personal Identity Verification (PIV) standards under Federal Information Processing Standards (FIPS) 201. The new SE LP10 product line supports SP 800-116 Uncontrolled Security Areas and works with HID Global's pivCLASS Authentication Module and Validation Server t...

 Securitron ICPT transfers power between a door and latch side to operate the electronic locking deviceAt ASIS 2011, ASSA ABLOY is displaying its Securitron AccuPower Series of switching power supplies, designed to protect and maximize the performance of all access control devices. The company is also previewing its Securitron Inductive Coupling Power Transfer (ICPT), an innovative device that transfers contactless power between a door and the latch side of its frame without the need for...

  Securitron digital entry systems include DK-36 Keypad Controller, DK-37 Digital Keypad and DK-38 Digital KeypadAt ASIS 2011, ASSA ABLOY is expanding its range of Securitron digital entry systems with the introduction of its DK-36 Keypad Controller, DK-37 Digital Keypad and DK-38 Digital Keypad. The new models are easy to install, easy to program and easy to use. The Securitron DK-36 is a heavy-duty keypad controller that allows keypads to communicate with access control systems...

  Steven Roth will receive the award at 2011 Security Week Gala on 2 November 2011Steven Roth, CEO, Tri-Ed/Northern Video has been unanimously selected as the 2011 Lippert Award winner by a panel of past award recipients. The George R. Lippert Memorial Award, which was first presented by the Security Industry Association (SIA) in 1989, recognises outstanding contributions to SIA and the security industry.A former member of the SIA board of directors, Roth began his career in the a...

The event was a great opportunity to see Nortech's excellent Access Control product first handNortech were thrilled to be taking part in the "Traders Warehouse Security Distribution Open Day" on the 6th and 8th September at their offices on Pride Park, Derby. Traders Warehouse is a proud Nortech distributor, seeing the value in Access Control equipment that is easy to install, packed with features and inclusive of professional Norpass3 software as standard. The event was a great oppor...

 Morse Watchman's new KeyWatcher Touch features breakthrough touchscreen functionalityVisitors to this year's ASIS Conference and Trade Show at the Orlando County Convention Center can "Get the Touch!" at the Morse Watchmans booth and have a chance to win an Apple® iPod Touch. The promotion helps launch Morse Watchmans' new KeyWatcher® Touch key control and management system, featuring breakthrough touchscreen functionality and enhanced TrueTouch client software. "The...

Due to increasing requests, Idesco's Access 8 CD reader family has been upgraded with RS-485 interface configurability, enabling bi-directional data transfer, as well as compliance with the Open Supervised Device (or OSDP) communication protocol. Idesco's newest EPC tag addition is the EPC Sail Tag, a supremely convenient and durable keyring tag, ideal for access control applications.  EPC Sail tags currently come in black, with blue available on request.  Customised (Bespoke) logo etc...

 Attendees will be awarded a prize if their given access code opens the CyberKeyVault 20 electronic key cabinet Videx has some fun things planned for attendees that visit their booth #3237 during the ASIS exposition in Orlando, Florida, September 19-21. Each visitor to the booth will be given an access code to present to the CyberKeyVault 20 electronic key cabinet. If an attendee's access code opens the Vault, they win a prize. At the same time, their name will be entered in the grand...

Proxim Wireless Corporation, a leading provider of complete indoor and outdoor wireless broadband systems, announces that its Tsunami GX800, MP8100 and QB8100 wireless backhaul products are now available for purchase by U.S. Federal agencies, as well as many state and local government agencies, through a General Services Administration (GSA) Schedule Contract.Proxim supply partner, Winncom Technologies, has a GSA Schedule Contract that includes the Tsunami GX800 and Tsunami QB8100 point-to-point...

  Inert Airport Europe exhibition will be held in Germany from 11 to 14 October 2011 CEM Systems, a brand of Tyco Security Products, will showcase its leading airport access control and integrated security solutions at Inter Airport Europe exhibition, Munich Trade Fair, Germany from 11-14 October, Stand 1622.Inter Airport Europe will be the ideal platform for CEM to display its advanced range of hardware products and solutions to European airports. On display will also be the industry'...

  HID will present its portfolio in identity and access management at IFSECHID Global, trusted leader in solutions for the delivery of secure identity, announced it will showcase the latest advances and offerings in physical and logical access control solutions as well as secure issuance at this week's IFSEC South Africa. HID Global will present a broad range of solutions that feature HID Global's portfolio in identity and access management, and the company's ActivIdentity brand soluti...

State Policy Digest will help SIA members become more aware of state policiesThe Security Industry Association (SIA) launched a new quarterly publication, State Policy Digest, which will provide a review of the previous quarter's state legislative proposals, activities and trends impacting the electronic and physical security industry.State Policy Digest will help SIA members become more aware of state policies that impact their business and SIA's involvement with those issues. The publication...

 Simon Siew will oversee all functions relating to APAC sales, technical support and customer logisticsHID Global, trusted leader in solutions for the delivery of secure identity, recently announced Simon Siew has joined HID Global as the Managing Director, Identity and Access Management of Asia Pacific (APAC).  In his new role, Mr. Siew is responsible for driving the company's business objectives and financial performance as well as the successful promotion of the HID Global brand in...

 The new 6000sqf headquarters feature better communications and transport infrastructureReliance High-Tech has announced the opening of their new 6000sqf headquarters in Winnersh, Reading.  The move from the existing offices in Chessington supports both the recent and anticipated growth of the organisation while also providing a stronger head office facility.  The new location is closer to key technology partners and also offers improved communications and transport infrastructure...

This month, Paxton, market leaders in innovative access control, introduce an HID™ compatible reader range and the newly redesigned Backbox reader, to the market.The HID™ reader range is a smart selection of readers compatible with HID™ format cards. These multi-format readers can be configured to read standard HIDTM cards, making them perfect for large sites wanting to use their existing cards with the Net2 access control system.The HID™ range of proximity readers includ...

Innovative electronic security and fire products manufacturer, Elmdene International Limited - a subsidiary of Potter Electric Signal, LLC - announces the launch of the MST, a slimline and robust magnetic contact for doors, which is able to work equally well with Grade 2 intruder alarm systems in commercial and domestic security applications.The new surface-mounted, multi-resistor, MST is seen by Elmdene as being an extremely capable addition to its extensive magnetic contact range for door prot...

 A key element of the passport is the polycarbonate datapage with embedded chip supplied by Trub Since 2006, Trüb supplies the Czech Republic with highly secure polycarbonate datapages with embedded chip. In the beginning based on the BAC standard (basic access control), the second generation of biometric passports implementing the EAC standard (extended access control) was launched in April 2009. The quality of the polycarbonate datapages and the services provided from Trüb...

 The event will give insights into latest security trends and security for the museum sectorASSA ABLOY Access Control and HID Global will be representing the latest news and views of the security sector at a dedicated seminar, held at the prestigious Wallace Collection in central London on Monday 12th September 2011.The event, starting at 3pm, will offer key insights into the latest trends within the security industry alongside specific considerations for securing the museum secto...

 ISS Expo will offer a comprehensive education programme focused on integrated security solutionsIMP Events will kick off a highly proactive campaign of raising awareness of its inaugural Integrated Security Solutions Exhibition 2012, with a morning of presentations focused on integrated security solutions, from 10AM to 12PM on Thursday 22nd September 2011 at Docklands ExCel London.Attendees from across the professional security world will be given an exclusive presentation by IMS Research'...

   The CyberLock access solution incorporates the mechanical lock hardware Videx will be showcasing the CyberLock system of electromechanical cylinders, programmable keys and smart padlocks at ASIS in Orlando. The CyberLock access solution incorporates the mechanical lock hardware that is already being used in a facility. No wiring or structural changes are required to retrofit existing locks. Simply replace each mechanical lock's core with a CyberLock eCylinder to ha...

 Thales is merging the activities of Thales Communications and Thales Security Solutions & ServicesThales announces the creation of Thales Communications & Security, a company combining the joint skills of Thales Communications and Thales Security Solutions & Services in the fields of defence, security and ground transportation. This merger reflects the growing convergence of information management issues in these areas. By combining these globally recognised skills, this compan...

 RISCO's nomination is based on its innovative SynopSYS PSIM softwareRISCO Group, a leading provider of integrated security solutions, has been selected as a finalist for two prestigious security awards in 2011. RISCO Group was nominated twice for the highly regarded 'Integrated Security Solution of the Year' award, based on two separate projects. RISCO's nomination for the award is based on its ground-breaking SynopSYS™ PSIM (Physical Security Information Management) software. I...