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€752M Dublin Port Tunnel opens with sophisticated security

CEM AC2000 SE® system secures Europe's largest urban tunnelTyco Fire & Security has announced it has completed a major contract to provide a comprehensive and fully integrated security management solution for the prestigious Dublin Port Tunnel, Ireland.  The solution to secure one of the largest tunnels of its kind in Europe incorporates the highly secure CEM AC2000 SE (Standard Edition) access control system.  Installed by ADT Ireland, AC2000 SE not only provides the tunne...

HID Global Promotes William Burns to Managing Director, HID - Asia Pacific

Promotion signals company's strategic alignment toward growing regional demandHID Global, a leading manufacturer in the access control industry, today announced that William Burns has been promoted to managing director of HID - Asia Pacific, reporting to Steve Wagner, chief operating officer.  In his new role, Burns succeeds Lester Doig, who served as managing director since 2001.  Burns will be responsible for setting the business objectives, strategy development and tactical acti...

Kaba presents identification technology for the future

At this year's Geneva Motor Show, Rinspeed AG will once again exhibit one of their legendary concept cars: the "Rinspeed eXasis". The car is transparent and combines the latest materials with innovative design. Project partner Kaba has equipped the car with ultra-modern identification technology which represents a milestone in user-friendliness and process security.Thanks to Kaba technology, the new concept car by Rinspeed can be used only by an authorized driver. What is more, the...

fingerPIN seeks UK channel partners for the world’s first multi-sequential fingerprinting biometric

UK security software vendor fingerPIN Ltd is gearing up to sign its first distributors as it announces its official channel launch.The company, which has been operating since June 2006, has been selling via the direct route to the UK market and is now keen to supplement this by establishing a channel quickly. It is due to sign two, as yet unnamed, distributors later this month.fingerPIN offers OEMs, systems integrators, VARs and distributors logical and physical access solutions using its patent...

Paxton Access launches new web site

Brighton, UK, 9 February 2007 - Paxton Access Limited, a market leader in the design and manufacture of electronic access control systems, has launched a new web site at http://www.paxton.co.uk. Cleverly designed to meet the unique and distinct needs of installers, end users and OEM customers, the site incorporates a variety of new features including a Skype facility for free technical support and a range of software tutorials. "The design and content of our new web site accurately pro...

First Up! ISC West 2007 pre-registration numbers are eclipsing 2006's

This year's ISC West 2007, promises to be more of everything!  More security product manufacturers, more security professionals, more new programming and more education!  With all of this, ISC West continues to surpass others as the premier, annual gathering of the security industry.To date, the ISC West overall pre-registration number is up by an average of 10 percent comparatively from last year's number at this time, according to ISC West registration data.  With a...

Brivo Systems expands staff and relocates to larger facility

New personnel and larger facility support Brivo's growth and expanded product and service portfolioBrivo Systems, LLC, the leader in Web applications for access control and security systems, today announced their move to a larger facility and the addition of several staff members. Brivo strives to meet customer needs with unparalleled support and a superior product line.  To maintain excellence, Brivo has added three major staff positions within the past two months. Dana Kellogg has com...

HID Global appoints David Sullivan as President of Fargo Electronics

Expansion and development are keys to company's future growthHID Global, a leading manufacturer in the access control industry, today announced that David Sullivan has been named president of Fargo Electronics, reporting to Denis Hébert, president and CEO of HID Global.  In this position, Mr. Sullivan will be responsible for setting the strategy and development of business objectives for Fargo Electronics, a global leader in the development of secure technologies for identity car...

Head Office expansion for Frontline

Frontline Security Solutions has acquired a 6000 square feet building adjacent to their existing headquarters in Chalfont St Peters.The new building, which is on two floors, will provide facilities for Frontline's fast growing sales team, support desk and project department."With the support of our ever increasing list of loyal clients, 2006 was a very successful year for us with turnover up by 66%," said Peter McKelvey, Director of Frontline Security Solutions.  "We cont...

HID Global to demonstrate iCLASS at the Tenth Annual Congressional Internet Caucus Advisory Committee Tech Exhibition

HID Global, a leading manufacturer in the access control industry, will demonstrate its iCLASS® 13.56 MHz smart card technology at the 10th Annual Congressional Internet Caucus Advisory Committee Kickoff Reception and Technology Exhibition, January 31, 2007.  The Tech Exhibition event will highlight some of the key issues driving policy-making in the 110th Congress.   Hands-on demonstrations of the latest technologies in hardware, video content, biometrics, consumer electronic...

CEM to exhibit at Passenger Terminal Expo, Barcelona

Industry leading solutions on display for terminal security and operational managementCEM Systems, part of Tyco Fire & Security will display a range of advanced industry leading solutions for airports, airlines and ports at Passenger Terminal Expo, Stand 2078.  With over 80% of UK airports and many other large airports worldwide using a CEM access control system, the Passenger Terminal Expo will offer CEM the opportunity to share worldwide industry experience on the use of access contro...

Paxton Access slashes keypad prices by up to 33%

Paxton Access Limited, a market leader in the design and manufacture of electronic access control systems, has announced significant price reductions across its range of TOUCHLOCK keypads.  Recommended retail price savings range from 12.5% to 33% and are valid throughout 2007. TOUCHLOCK keypads are available as compact systems or for use with Switch2 and Net2 systems, thereby providing a suitable keypad for every application. Two models are available.  The ‘K' series backlit...

Nortech appoints new Director

Nortech Control Systems have appointed Rod Munn as the new Engineering and Operations Director.Munn, 37, is a Chartered Engineer with an Electronic Engineering B.Eng Hons and has been with Nortech for a number of years as General Manager. His role will focus on product development in the access control and parking solutions.  He is also driving the company's expansion plans.More on Nortech Control Systems

Group 4 Technology hires Simon Press

Group 4 Technology (G4Tec) has hired Simon Press as a new Sales Consultant for the Group 4 Technology Electronic Security Systems group.  His territory includes the East Midlands / South Yorkshire region.  Simon is responsible for generating new business within his territory and for managing existing customer accounts.  He reports to Mark Robinson, National Sales Manager.Simon has worked in the security industry for 10 years.  He began his career at Gardiner Security Ltd, wor...

Paxton Access expands field sales team

Paxton Access Limited, a market leader in the design and manufacture of electronic access control systems, has announced a further expansion to its field sales team.  Dave Smith joined the company at the beginning of October and is responsible for the South West and Midlands region.  Prior to Paxton Access, Dave worked for Initial Fire and Security specifying intruder alarm, CCTV, access control and other security systems to end users and electrical contractors.With almost ten years...

AccessID appoints Dani Brunner to Western Regional Manager

Appointment signals commitment to the Identification Systems ChannelHID Global, a leading manufacturer in the access control industry, recently announced that Dani Brunner, HID's Mid-Atlantic regional manager for the installing channel, has accepted the newly created position of Western regional manager for the AccessID subsidiary of HID Global.  Reporting to Chris Sincock, vice president of business development, Ms. Brunner will be responsible for sales of the Identification Syste...

Milestone Systems Inc. expands with four new managers to handle business growth

Milestone Systems, the world market leader for open platform IP video management software, is buttressing its phenomenal growth in the USA by hiring new managers in its Americas subsidiaryDemand for IP video surveillance solutions is growing fast worldwide, with projections for double-digit annual growth in the security industry over the coming years.  In the USA particularly, Homeland Security has heightened the focus and support in this area, shoring up security initiatives nationwide.&nb...

Innovative vending solutions thanks to partnership between DBS and LEGIC®

LEGIC Identsystems Ltd, the leading manufacturer of contactless smart card systems for personal identification applications, and DBS, the supplier of technical institutional vending solutions, have entered into a licence partnership. DBS is now working directly with LEGIC as an independent system integrator.DBS stands for the German equivalent of "Service, Budget and System".  The name says it all: the company provides cost-saving technical solutions for catering in industry, in h...

iNNOVATION event introduces HID Connectâ„¢ to EMEA

HID Connect, the partnership arm of HID Global, a leading manufacturer in the access control industry, was proud to hold its first EMEA region iNNOVATION conference on November 29-30, 2006.  Introducing HID Connect to development partners in EMEA, the event followed the success of the iNNOVATION2006 conference held in San Diego in September 2006.More than 20 development partners participated in the two-day event held at the Radisson SAS hotel at London Stansted airport.  To supplement...

Paxton Access signs up distributor in Hungary

Paxton Access Limited, a market-leading manufacturer of intelligent access control solutions, has signed up Aspectis Kft. as a distributor in Hungary.  This is Paxton Access's first venture into the Eastern European market and is part of its expansion strategy.  The Hungarian market is growing rapidly with an ever-increasing demand for security solutions.  Aspectis Kft. is the leading value added distributor of networked video solutions in Hungary with a reseller network...

HID Global awarded Connecticut Silver Shingo Prize recognizing excellence in manufacturing

Connecticut Manufacturing Facility receives prestigious honourHID Global Corporation, a leading manufacturer in the access control industry, today announced that its North Haven, CT manufacturing facility has been awarded the Connecticut Silver Shingo Prize.  The award serves as recognition of a company that has solved challenging manufacturing process problems, and in the process, is working toward transforming into a world-class organisation.Building on the foundation established by 2005&...

New website for Nortech Control Systems

Nortech Control Systems have launched a new webiste. The new site has been organised into two sections which represent the company's two strategic markets. The 'Parking & Automation' and 'Access Control' divisions have been set up to help users find the information they require quicker and easier. All the information and tools from the previous site are available, plus more. Nortech have provided more detailed product information and recent case studies.Find the...

ISE 2007 almost sold out - just a few spaces left. Demand for exhibition space exceeds all expectations

The show organisers of Integrated Systems Europe 2007 today announced that 95% of available space had been sold, leaving only a handful of booths available.Integrated Systems Europe surprised the market and the exhibition industry with this news, confirming that ISE is on pace to set a record-breaking event.  With the fourth show just three months away, ISE 2007 has grown larger, with the newly booked Hall Four nearly full.  During the last 6 months, the show organisers have reacted qu...

Hirsch expands operations in EMEA region

High demand for Hirsch Security Systems results in additional investment from CorporateTo support the continued rapid growth in Hirsch Electronics business in Europe, the Middle East and Africa, Hirsch announced today the expansion of Hirsch EMEA, Hirsch's European sales and support office located in Milan, Italy.  Hirsch has added pre- and post-sales support staff, additional technical support specialists, technology infrastructure, and has also announced plans for additional sales sta...

HID Global announces FIPS 201 Certification for iCLASS® Readers

HID Global, a leading manufacturer in the access control industry, has announced that its iCLASS® R10, R30, R40, RK40 and RP40 model access control readers have been approved by U.S. General Services Administration (GSA) as Transparent Contactless Readers for their FIPS 201 Approved Products List.  The certifications now enable HID Global to provide government agencies and other organizations with a trusted source for FIPS 201 certified contactless smart card readers.  In addition...

Windy City Wire to expand staff for 2007

Windy City Wire is currently planning to expand staff and training for their new headquarters in Bolingbrook, Illinois January of 2007.  Because of the company's substantial growth, human resources and senior management find it necessary to accommodate for the company's development with staff and an updated training program for 2007.Windy City Wire anticipates hiring 5-10 new sales professionals to be staffed at the headquarters for the New Year.  The low-voltage wire and cable...

HID to exhibit at ID World Milan 2006

HID Global, a leading manufacturer in the access control industry, today announced that it would be exhibiting at ID World Milan 2006.  At the event, HID Global will demonstrate how to enhance the security of a card using features such as UV ink, micro fine printing, and holograms in order to help create a secure and personalised card for organizations of all sizes and backgrounds.  The company will also display its product range, including the award winning 13.56 MHz iCLASS® techn...

INTERSEC 2007 - Dubai

MAXxess Systems have confirmed that they will be exhibiting at Intersec 2007.This will be the second year that MAXxess have participated in Intersec, and at the 2007 event their exhibition stand will be located within the UK Pavilion.Lee Copland, Managing Director of MAXxess Systems EMEA said: "We exhibited at Intersec last January and were delighted by the interest shown in our systems by visitors to the exhibition.  The Middle East is strategically very important to our company....

Johan Wallentin appointed to Idesco's UK Sales Manager

Finnish RFID manufacturer Idesco has appointed Mr Johan Wallentin as Sales Manager, responsible for the United Kingdom and Ireland.  This is a new position in Idesco´s organisation and part of our growth strategy.  Mr Wallentin's previous positions include working as a Marketing Manager at MYDATA Automation and as a CEO at JOT Automation UK Ltd.  During his last assignment, as the Sales Manager of the Automation Solutions department at Elektrobit GmbH in Germany, he was...

Bosch launches approved Installer Programme to maximise advantages of using Bosch Technology

In an increasingly competitive market place it is becoming more difficult for professional installers to differentiate themselves from those that are more obsessed with a short-term profit than building their business via long term customer relationships.  Bosch Security Systems' new Approved Installer Programme is designed to enable professional installers to stand out from the competition.  The initiative is set to help installers improve their ability to sell Bosch security prod...