Ingersoll Rand Security Technologies News

Consolidation Changing The Face Of The Security Market

Consolidation is a dominant trend in the security marketplace. Large companies typically swallow up smaller companies as a means of expanding both their technology portfolios and their geographic reach. Sometimes a big fish is swallowed up by an even bigger fish.   Despite the pandemic and resulting economic challenges, the security market has continued to be a desirable environment for both big players and startups, which then provide abundant acquisition targets for the larger compa...

ASSA ABLOY Joins Z-Wave Alliance’s Board Of Directors

The Z-Wave Alliance, an open consortium of leading global companies deploying the Z-Wave smart home standard, today announces the addition of ASSA ABLOY to the Alliance Board of Directors. Owner of leading and trusted lock brands such as Yale, Mul-T-Lock and ABLOY, ASSA ABLOY joins principal members ADT, Alarm.com, FIBARO, Huawei, Ingersoll-Rand, Jasco Products, LEEDARSON, LG Uplus, Nortek Security & Control, SmartThings, and Sigma Designs. Smart Security And Connected Access Control &ldqu...

Huawei Joins The Z-Wave Alliance’s Board Of Directors

The Z-Wave Alliance, an open consortium of global companies deploying the Z-Wave smart home standard, announces the addition of leading ICT solutions provider, Huawei, to the Alliance Board of Directors. Huawei joins principal members ADT, Alarm.com, FIBARO, Ingersoll-Rand, Jasco Products, LEEDARSON, LG Uplus, Nortek Security & Control, SmartThings, and Sigma Designs. Huawei is a leading global information and communications technology (ICT) solutions provider with innovative solutions, pro...

Z-Wave Alliance Welcomes smart lock provider August Home To Its Membership

August Home joins over 450 members in supporting the Z-Wave standard in smart homes all over the world The Z-Wave Alliance, a global membership organization dedicated to advancing the popular Z-Wave wireless smart home protocol, welcomes leading smart lock provider August Home to its membership. August Home joins over 450 members in supporting the Z-Wave standard in smart homes all over the world. August Smart Lock Pro August Home has also announced the August Smart Lock Pro...

IFSEC Will Reflect Industry's Rapid Growth, Says Analyst/speaker

This year's IFSEC International show in London will provide a reflection of the physical security industry's rapid growth, especially in the video sector, says one industry observer who is also a speaker at the show, coming up 16-18 June. “If we look at the overall trend, it is no surprise to anyone that IP is driving the growth and the future of the security business,” says Jim McHale, managing director of research company Memoori, and a speaker at IFSEC. Secur...

M&A Activity Likely To Continue In Dynamic Security Market

Success in the access control arena is enhanced if the business has a global presence Vanderbilt 2014/2015 Review and Forecast: In 2014, our industry continued to be quite dynamic. While there are several “conglomerates” in the industry, such as UTC and Honeywell, who have been consolidators, there are also other companies (like ours) that are focused solely on security. The industry moves in both directions—some companies consolidating and acquiring, while...

The Year In Mergers And Acquisitions: Top 10 Of 2014

2014 was a year for eye-popping merger and acquisition (M&A) activity in the security space. The big deals of the year included some of the largest names in the industry. One name is larger than any in the security market – Google, which made not one but two acquisitions this year that could impact the future security market. It was also the year that a smaller player in the video camera market (although a huge familiar brand overall) bought a large, open systems V...

Vanderbilt's Acquisition Of Siemen's Security Products Business In Europe Creates New Global Player

There’s a new international company in the security market this week with the acquisition of Siemens’ Security Products business in Europe by Vanderbilt Industries, a new U.S. company that rebranded the Schlage Security Management Systems (SMS) product line after acquiring it from Ingersoll Rand in August 2012. The European arm of the new global player will be called Vanderbilt International, based out of Germany and led by Managing Director Joseph Grillo, who many remember from his...

ADT Bringing "Voice Of The Customer" To The Z-Wave Board

ADT is looking to "bring the voice of the customer" into the continuing development and expansion of Z-Wave, the radio frequency (RF) communication and product-level interoperability technology that enables wireless networking of battery-powered devices in the home. ADT is the newest Principal Member of the Z-Wave Alliance consortium. Z-Wave is one of the enabling technologies of ADT’s Pulse security and home automation system, which enables a home's electronics to communicate with each o...

PSIA Releases Draft Proposal Of Its Physical-Logical Access Interoperability Specification At ISC West 2014

PLAI specification streamlines and standardises the management of physical and logical identities Cost effective, automated synchronisation of physical and logical identities, privileges and credentials took a major step toward becoming an industry standard today, with the Physical Security Interoperability Association (PSIA) releasing a draft proposal of its Physical-Logical Access Interoperability (PLAI) specification. "We're excited about the potential the PLAI specificati...

PSIA Releases Version 2.0 Of Its Area Control Specification

In a move designed to further the spread of de-facto standards and standards-based interoperability in the physical security industry and beyond, the Physical Security Interoperability Alliance (PSIA) recently released Version 2.0 of its industry-leading Area Control Specification. The PSIA also announced it is making the specification open and publicly available to all industry manufacturers in addition to PSIA member companies. Area Control 2.0 incorporates the PSIA’s Access Control and...

Schlage Locks To Be Broadcasted On Manufacturing Marvels On The Fox Business Network

The two-minute profile will spotlight the Schlage brand, its products and its commitment to keeping people safe The nationally syndicated series, “Manufacturing Marvels,” on The Fox Business Network will showcase Schlage locks, a brand of Ingersoll Rand Security Technologies, on Tuesday, Oct. 29, between 9:30-9:45 p.m. ET. The two-minute profile will spotlight the Schlage brand, its products and its commitment to keeping people safe and secure where they live, work...

Ingersoll Rand aptiQmobile Web-based Key Management System Secures Peer-to-peer Android NFC Enabled Smartphones

aptiQmobile will be available on Android NFC-enabled phones regardless of choice of carriers Organizations wanting to utilize Near Field Communications- (NFC-) enabled smartphones as their access control credentials for employees and students will be able to begin the transition through the use of aptiQmobile technology. Ingersoll Rand will be adding exclusive technologies that enable a secure peer-to-peer (P2P) NFC mode, letting organizations begin providing the convenien...

Ingersoll Rand Security Technologies Expands Lockdown Solution Suite

Ingersoll Rand Security Technologies has expanded its lockdown suite with new mechanical, standalone and integrated access control options. As a result, schools can now match a solution to their environment and capability of staff and budget to further improve on their present lockdown procedures. “Schools want the peace of mind that comes with effectively and efficiently protecting students, staff and property,” said April Dalton-Noblitt, Ingersoll Rand Security Technologies, direc...

Ingersoll Rand Security Technologies Receives Approval As Silver Partner In Samsung Enterprise Alliance Program

SEAP was created as an ecosystem for Samsung to provide better support to its various partners Ingersoll Rand Security Technologies recently announced that it has been approved as a Silver partner in the Samsung Enterprise Alliance Program (SEAP). SEAP was created as an ecosystem for Samsung to provide better support to its various partners. Enterprise solutions, such as Ingersoll Rand’s aptiQmobile™ web-based credential management system, are an integral part...

Key Systems Inc Joins Ingersoll Rand Security Technologies' aptiQ Alliance Program

As a memeber, Key Systems Inc will now provide enhanced security options for Asset tracking Ingersoll Rand Security Technologies has announced that Key Systems, Inc., manufacturer of high security electronic asset control devices and high security management software to provide real-time event reporting has joined the aptiQ Alliance program. Customers can now use one credential, a high security aptiQ smart card, with Key Systems, Inc. products to gain access to and track medic...

PSIA Announces Launch Of Physical-Logical Access Interoperability Working Group

The new PSIA specification will build on standards already used in the logical identity and access management world Tackling one of the most expensive and complex security challenges businesses face, the Physical Security Interoperability Alliance (PSIA) recently announced it has launched the Physical-Logical Access Interoperability Working Group. This group will develop a specification to unify logical and physical identities so that security industry manufacturers, integrato...

ASIS 2013 To Highlight Successful Implementation Of NFC aptiQmobile Deployments

The educational session, “The Future of NFC Enabled Mobile Devices,” will be held on September 24 Attendees to the ASIS Exhibition September 24-26 will be able to learn how both corporate and university campuses have implemented successful Near Field Communications (NFC) aptiQmobile deployments. The newest pilot, Heartland Payment Systems, the fifth largest payments processor in the United States, is now deploying employee owned Android smart phones as an access cr...

Key Systems Joins Ingersoll Rand Security Technologies AptiQ Alliance Program

aptiQ smart credentials increase the security of information kept on a card Ingersoll Rand Security Technologies recently announced that Key Systems, Inc., manufacturer of high security electronic asset control devices and high security management software to provide real-time event reporting has joined the aptiQ Alliance program. Customers can now use one credential, a high security aptiQ smart card, with Key Systems, Inc. products to gain access to and track medical devices,...

Ingersoll Rand Security Technologies Experts To Discuss Campus Safety And Security At The Critical Facilities Summit

Attendees can learn how Ingersoll Rand solutions are helping colleges and universities to improve security During the Critical Facilities Summit sponsored by the Association of College and University Officers-International (ACUHO-I) and APPA, whose tagline is “Leadership in Educational Facilities,” to be held at the Rhode Island Convention Center in Providence October 15-18, attendees will be able to discuss campus safety and security success stories with Ingersoll...

Ingersoll Rand To Discuss Balancing Physical Security And Productivity” At IFMA’s World Workplace 2013

Ingersoll’s session is geared toward credentialed or aspiring FMP, CFP and Sustainability Facility Professionals (SFP) During the International Facility Management Association’s (IFMA) World Workplace 2013 at Philadelphia’s Conference and Expo October 2-4,  Ingersoll Rand Security Technologies’ Monte Salway and Kelly O’Connor will discuss “Balancing Physical Security and Productivity,” at 9:15 a.m. on Friday, October 3. The sessio...

Ingersoll Rand Announces Special Security Seminar And Webinars For School And Staff Security

The seminar will be held September 17, 2013, from 8:30 am to 4:30 pm at the Gaylord Texan in Grapevine, Texas To better help schools, integrators and security consultants keep schoolchildren and K-12 staff safe, Ingersoll Rand Security Technologies recently announced its autumn line-up of support, including a special security seminar, several webinars and aid in locating funding. Both the seminar and webinars will be done in consort with Paul Timm, PSP, President of Reta Secur...

Ingersoll Rand Brand LCN Door Closers To Feature On Manufacturing Marvels Series On The Fox Business Network

The two-minute profile will spotlight the LCN brand, its products and its commitment to quality The nationally syndicated series, “Manufacturing Marvels,” on The Fox Business Network will showcase LCN door closers, a brand of Ingersoll Rand Security Technologies, on Monday, July 29, between 9:35-9:45 pm EDT. The two-minute profile will spotlight the LCN brand, its products and its commitment to quality. Since 1880, LCN has been on the cutting edge of technology pr...

Matrix Systems Now Supports AptiQ Multi-technology Readers From Ingersoll Rand

Matrix Systems, an access control and security solutions provider with a reputation built on service and long-term customer relationships, recently announced that its Frontier™ access control and security management platform supports aptiQ™ multi-technology readers from Ingersoll Rand.  Current and future Matrix customers benefit from this strategic initiative. End users now have the opportunity to migrate from current mag stripe readers to more advanced card reader technologie...

Ingersoll Rand And CBORD To Join The AptiQ Alliance Program

The aptiQ smart card works in concert with CBORD's IP-based door access control technology tailored for colleges Ingersoll Rand Security Technologies recently announced that CBORD, leading provider of campus card and integrated security solutions, is joining the aptiQ Alliance program. CBORD’s customers at colleges and universities, healthcare facilities, and a variety of other industries can easily incorporate aptiQ smart card and prospective near field communications (...

Ingersoll Rand Security Technologies Vice President To Present At The Every Building Conference And Expo

Rick White, vice president at Ingersoll Rand Security Technologies is a featured lecturer at the conference Attendees at the Building Owners and Manufacturers Association’s (BOMA) Every Building Conference and Expo taking place at the San Diego Conference Center June 23-25 will gain insight in wireless and mobile technology and platforms. Rick White, vice president and products business leader of electronics at Ingersoll Rand Security Technologies is a featured lecturer...

Ingersoll Rand Security Technologies To Participate In Seminar On Causes Of Violence

The special free seminar is to be held on June 18th at the Sheraton Indianapolis Hotel at Keystone Ingersoll Rand Security Technologies recently announced that it will be participating in "The Bulletproof Mind" Facility Safety Seminar in Indianapolis. Professionals and managers responsible for securing and protecting enterprises, schools, universities and hospitals can attend a special free seminar featuring the world’s leading expert on causes of violence, Lt. Col. Dav...

Ingersoll Rand Provides “Try Me” Program For Hotel-style Locks To Military Barracks

The CO-Series offers a variety of option, such as keypad only, proximity, magnetic stripe and dual credential Hotel-style locks, designed for infrequent use, are not holding up at military bases where they are predominantly used in barracks. As a result, Ingersoll Rand is providing the military with a “Try Me” program to learn how to better secure military bases. “Hotel-style locks have historically had a shorter than desired lifespan when used in military...

ISC West 2013 Exhibitors And Attendees Shout "Fantastic!"

The ISC West exhibition floor included tens of thousands of products from 1,000+ exhibiting companies and brands “Fantastic,” exclaimed Alan Stoddard, senior director of marketing for Honeywell Security Group when asked how ISC West, sponsored by the Security Industry Association (SIA), had performed for his company. “We had great traffic and a lot of excitement over our Lynx 5100 and MaxPro Cloud Solutions.” “The access control f...

Biometrics Security Solutions- Everything You Need To Know

Many forward-thinking organizations are rightly reassessing their security options In many industries, security and dependability are at the forefront of customers’ minds. But the fact is that firewalls and encryptions will only ever form part of the solution. Use of biometrics presents one of the most secure options for organizations, say Jon Mooney and Dave Bulless, security experts at Ingersoll Rand in the US and UK respectively. They list out the numerous benefits of...