Access control news

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...

 Operators can create or adjust screen layouts in minutes with previews updating as they workIn an information rich world, security software needs to present the right information for the security team to make the right decisions. Gallagher's Command Centre v7.00, which will be available to view at Security Expo 2011, ensures the security team sees exactly what they need to see, sized and placed on screen exactly where they want it. From alarm management, to general monitoring and control;...

Suprema, a leading provider of biometric technologies and ID solutions, unveils BioStation T2, a high-end fingerprint IP access terminal.  BioStation T2 is an IP access control terminal offering fingerprint, RFID and PIN authentication with a camera for face image capturing and video phone interface.  Its 5 inch touchscreen LCD with intuitive graphic user interface provides superb usability and convenience. The device is loaded with world's best performing Suprema fingerprint algo...

 FaceFirst supports an unlimited number of input and output devices like mobile phonesThe new technology partnership established between Wavestore and Airborne Biometrics Group, Inc. (ABG) brings an additional dimension to Wavestore's ability to provide high performance video recording solutions, with the added functionality of facial recognition.The innovative FaceFirst® biometric facial recognition software offers the police and military, as well as personnel responsible for sec...

 Pyronix will visit 50 distributors with its "Big Thank You" initiative One of the UK's leading manufacturers of security equipment is set to tour the UK with various activities in order to thank its loyal customers for 25 years of business.Pyronix was established back in 1986, and throughout the last quarter of a century has grown to become a world leader in the manufacture and development of security equipment, with an emphasis on evolving their product range to meet ever changi...

  Nedap's new office in Dubai will act as an international hub for the company Nedap Security Management has opened a new training centre in Dubai, thereby strengthening its position in the Middle East. After several years of continuous growth Nedap Security Management moved to a bigger office in Dubai earlier this year. This new office in the Dubai Silicon Oasis now also features a new training facility. This centre located at DSO Head Quarters - Office D-205 in Dubai, has all the nec...

Bosch Security Systems has taken the drastic step of including a hologram on its new series of CCS 900 Ultro Discussion Systems after recent evidence to suggest that ‘fake’ units manufactured in the Far East were being passed off as the genuine article. Paul Wong, Managing Director of Bosch Security Systems in the UK, says that its Ultro range had been particularly targeted, and that there was the real potential for customers to be ‘duped’ into buying the wrong produ...

Genetec, a pioneer in the physical security industry and a provider of world-class IP security solutions, announced the availability of the latest version of the Security Center Mobile feature. Version 2.1 of the Security Center Mobile feature includes several enhancements: the support within Security Center 5.0, the ability to run the mobile server on either 32-bit or 64-bit Windows operating systems, as well as the compatibility with Android devices. Users can now log in from any compatible An...

  Samsung ranked #6 in market share among top companies supplying camerasSamsung Techwin America's recent aggressive moves in the North American and Latin American markets have resulted in higher market share numbers as reported by IMS Research. The latest IMS reports show Samsung breaking into the Top 10 companies in overall market share in the competitive realm of video surveillance equipment in the Americas. Samsung is also now ranked #6 in market share among top companies supplying...

 Code-It is designed to enable conveniently controlled access to a doorMul-T-Lock UK has launched a dedicated website to provide latest news and information, alongside installation guidance for its innovative Code-It handle.Code-It is a novel door handle, with integrated electronic security, designed to enable conveniently controlled access to a door, without the need for any secondary locking unit.Says Matt Rice, Marketing Manager for Mul-T-Lock UK: "With so many professionals now he...

  The Cassidian portfolio comprises defence and security productsCassidian adapts its organisation in order to create a further empowered and streamlined customer-oriented structure across the globe. The new organisation is based on two pillars: customer proximity and programme execution. In addition, a strong focus is set on cyber security. "The ultimate purpose of this new organisation is to ensure that we are more responsive to our customers, both at home and worldwide and to c...

  The seminar included presentations from Next Level Security Systems, HID Global and Axis CommunicationsNext Level Security Systems, a developer of a new breed of unified, networked security solutions, along with Axis Communications and HID Global presents a Unified Security Seminar on Aug. 11, 2011, in Chicago. Axis Communications is a leading provider of IP-based network video solutions and HID is a trusted leader in providing access control and secure identity solutions. The combin...

Delta Scientific, the leading manufacturer of counterterrorist vehicle control systems used in the United States and internationally, today announced the successful full scale crash test and product release of Delta's new DSC207 Embassy vehicle barricade system. The new Embassy barricade is a fully enclosed, shallow foundation wedge barricade with covered front and sides. In a full scale crash test conducted by an independent test lab, the DSC207 met the criteria for an M50/K12 rating. A 15,000...

  Q1 Labs will implement its QRadar Security Intelligence platform in CSIT's research lab Q1 Labs, the global provider of total security intelligence solutions, announced that it has become a member and official partner of the Centre for Secure Information Technologies (CSIT) in Belfast, Northern Ireland. This further demonstrates Q1 Labs' commitment to European security intelligence markets and builds on the company's existing European efforts out of its distribution, R&D, sales a...

  At the show, ComNet will showcase their latest innovative product rangeComNet Europe of Leeds in the United Kingdom, a leading manufacturer of Fiber Optic, Copper and Ethernet/IP transmission and networking equipment, will be exhibiting at this year's Security 2011 Exhibition, Australia's leading industry show in Sydney from 24th to 26th August.  At the show, ComNet will showcase their latest innovative product range including:Ethernet over Coax/UTP Ethernet over Coax with PoE U...

Genetec, a pioneer in the physical security industry and a provider of world-class IP security solutions, announced recently that Security Center now offers a software plugin for RF Code's Asset Manager solution. The Asset Management Plugin will allow users to add asset monitoring and reporting capabilities to their current Security Center access control and video solutions. This new Security Center plugin also give users the ability to tightly monitor valuable assets and see exactly what is...

ComNet Europe of Leeds in the United Kingdom, a leading manufacturer of fibre optic transmission and networking equipment, has expanded its ValueLine by introducing a cost-effective 26-port modular Gigabit Ethernet switch for commercial security applications. The CWGE2FE24MODMS is another modular managed Ethernet switch that provides a high port count with great flexibility in copper and fibre optic media type. The all-new CWGE2FE24MODMS is essentially a user-configurable chassis that acco...

 Outdoor video specialist Sightlogix picks Dollacker & Associates as a representativeSightLogix® Inc., the leading supplier of outdoor area and perimeter security video systems, recently announced the appointment of Dollacker & Associates, Inc. as its manufacturer's representative for the South Central U.S. territories of Texas, Oklahoma and Arkansas."The demand for critical infrastructure protection of the large assets in this region requires an organisation with...

Nortech has introduced the revolutionary ievo™ fingerprint reader into its access control product range. Nortech had been monitoring the evolution of biometrics for many years and has now found a product that has successfully addressed all of the cost and reliability issues related to biometrics.Thanks to the ievo™ reader, Nortech can offer a quick, simple and cost-effective biometric solution with its access control system. The ievo™ reader was designed to eradicate the d...

   The new Door and I/O Module extends all the benefits of Videx's key-centric CyberLock solution Videx will be unveiling the CyberLock Flex System "Door and I/O Module" for the first time at ASIS 2011. James McGowan, Videx VP of Sales and Marketing, shares, "In the first quarter of 2011 we introduced the new CyberLock Flex System family of access modules that set the foundation for bridging the gap between hardwired and key-centric security solutions. We are excited...