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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...

Access Direct Sales provides representation in all Canadian provinces Arecont Vision, the industry leader in IP megapixel camera technology, is pleased to announce that effective recently, Access Direct Sales, Inc. will represent the company in Canada. Access Direct Sales provides representation in all Canadian provinces. “Access Direct Sales is the perfect partner to help Arecont Vision further penetrate the growing Canadian security market demand for IP surveillance s...

Dennis Gibbs will support existing SymmetryTM Authorized Resellers with sales initiatives AMAG Technology, a leading security solution provider that includes access control, IP video, intrusion management and HD cameras, appoints Dennis Gibbs as Great Lakes Regional Sales Manager. AMAG is adding a new position to its sales team to provide increased sales support to customers in the Great Lakes Region. In this brand new position, Dennis will support existing SymmetryTM Authoriz...

Genetec was named the leading vendor in the 2313 IHS "World Market for CCTV and Video Surveillance" report Genetec, a pioneer in the physical security industry, and a leading provider of world-class unified IP security solutions, was named as the world's leading vendor of Video Management Software (VMS)* by IHS, the leading provider of market research and consultancy to the global electronics industry. In the 2013 edition of the IHS 'World Market for CCTV and Video Surveillanc...

The paper defines the group’s vision of cloud and mobility solutions The Security Industry Association (SIA) Standards Committee this week announced the first deliverable of the recently formed Cloud and Mobility Working Group: an industry white paper that explores the impact of the cloud on physical security. The paper, available as a free download from the SIA website, defines the group’s vision of cloud and mobility solutions as a technology and business driver...

McCool has led product development teams at SynOptics, NeXT Computer and Advanced Micro Devices Firetide Inc., the technology leader in next-generation wireless mesh networking, announced the appointment of Cisco veteran John McCool as president and CEO. McCool comes to Firetide from Cisco, where he was CTO and SVP of Cisco’s Global Enterprise Segment and led the “borderless networks” initiative, which accounted for one-third of Cisco’s $46 billion sale...

The event will include presentations from Avigilon Corporation executives, integrators and customers Avigilon Corporation, a leader in high-definition (HD) and megapixel surveillance solutions, recently announced that it will be hosting its Inaugural Analyst and Investor Day on Wednesday, June 5, 2013. The event starts at 7:30 a.m. ET with formal presentations commencing at 8:00 a.m. ET. The event will run until approximately 11:30 a.m. ET, and will include presentations from...

As a result of this agreement, more businesses will benefit from the unique features and reliable performance Bosch Security Systems, Inc. has signed a new agreement with Ingram Micro Inc to make its products available to the distributor’s channel partners in the U.S. Customers of Ingram Micro’s Physical Security business unit will now have access to Bosch’s broad portfolio of products and systems for communications, video surveillance, intrusion detection an...

With the acquisition, Avigilon adds a complementary product line to its end-to-end high-definition surveillance solution Avigilon Corporation, a leader in high-definition (HD) and megapixel surveillance solutions, recently announced that it has acquired privately-held RedCloud Security, Inc. (RedCloud), an innovative provider of web-based, physical and virtual access control systems. Through the acquisition, Avigilon adds a complementary product line to its end-to-end high-def...

Barbara Shaw will report directly to PSA CEO Bill Bozeman PSA Security Network is proud to announce the new Director of Education, Barbara Shaw. Ms. Shaw will be working closely, not only with PSA Security Network, but also with vendors, integrators, individual consultants and thought leaders from throughout the industry. Ms. Shaw will be a direct report to PSA CEO Bill Bozeman. “The PSA community is made up of many successful independent integrators who are smart, agil...

The agreement is for the use of Crocus’ Magnetic Logic Unit process technology by TowerJazz Crocus Technology, a leading provider of magnetically enhanced semiconductors, and TowerJazz, the global specialty foundry leader, recently announces a licensing and joint promotion agreement for the use of Crocus’ Magnetic Logic Unit(TM) (MLU) process technology by TowerJazz in its customers’ embedded System-On-Chip (SoC) applications. The license agreement with Towe...

SIA Education@ISC delivers high quality, commercial-free information and insight into the most relevant new products The Security Industry Association (SIA), together with ISC Events, announced recently that the SIA Education@ISC team is seeking quality session proposals for ISC West 2014, which will be held in the Sands Convention Center in Las Vegas, Nevada on April 1-3, 2014. The deadline to submit is Wednesday, July 10. SIA Education@ISC delivers high quality, commercial-...

KLM Marketing will represent Arecont Vision in the Mid-Atlantic region of the US Arecont Vision, the industry leader in IP megapixel camera technology, is pleased to announce that KLM Marketing (KLM) now represents the company in the Mid-Atlantic region of the United States, specifically Virginia, Maryland, the District of Columbia, Delaware, Southern New Jersey and Eastern Pennsylvania.  “We are excited to have Paul Walter and his associates at KLM come on board t...

B&T Sales represents Arecont Vision in Montana, Wyoming, Colorado, Utah and New Mexico Arecont Vision, the industry leader in IP megapixel camera technology, is pleased to announce that B&T Sales now represents the company in the Mountain West region of the United States, specifically Montana, Wyoming, Colorado, Utah and New Mexico. “We are excited to have B&T Sales join us to drive sales of our megapixel technology in the Mountain West, a rapidly growing ma...

In 2012, Mission 500 reached its original goal of 500 sponsored children around the world Mission 500, a non-profit initiative focusing on the security industry and dedicated to serving the needs of children and communities in crisis, is proud to announce it has created new Advisory and Executive Boards comprised of a strong team of Security Industry leaders. They include: Advisory Board: Don Erickson – CEO, Security Industry Association Herve Fages – Senior V...

LaMarca comes aboard as OnSSI continues to gain market share and brand recognition for their flagship Ocularis VMS OnSSI recently announced that Ken LaMarca has joined the company in the new position of Vice President of Marketing. LaMarca comes aboard as OnSSI continues to gain market share and brand recognition for their flagship Ocularis video management software. “Ken is a well-respected industry professional who has led transformational growth in high profile organ...

Darren has over 15 years of experience in industrial sales and sales management Digital camera specialist Basler, one of the world’s largest producers of digital cameras for industrial and security applications, has appointed Darren Burleson as a new Director of Sales for Basler, Inc. Darren will be responsible for Basler's camera customers in North and South America. The entire Basler, Inc sales and support team will report to Darren in his new role. Darren has over 15...

The new distribution agreement will expand GET Group’s distribution network of its secure ID card printing technology Global Enterprise Technologies Corp. (GET Group), a provider of cutting-edge passport and ID systems globally, recently announced the formation of a new strategic partnership with Law Enforcement ID, based in Orange, California. The new distribution agreement will expand GET Group’s distribution network of its cutting-edge secure ID card printing te...

The Gallagher PIV solution delivers a single management platform GovSec Conference and Exhibition, Washington D.C: Gallagher the global manufacturer of integrated physical access control and perimeter protection systems, announces that its Personal Identity Verification (PIV) solution has won the platinum award in the access control category of the prestigious Govies awards. The Govies honor outstanding security products for federal, state, tribal and local governments. This...

3M CABIS provides fast, accurate fingerprint and facial recognition matching The Australian Government Department of Immigration and Citizenship (DIAC) has awarded 3M a three-year contract to provide software and services for DIAC’s new Biometric Identification System. The new System is designed to handle the acquisition, quality checking, matching and storage of biometric data. DIAC’s mandate is to 'build Australia’s future through the well-managed movement...

The new training center will house Veilux’s new “V-Training” program Veilux Manufacturing is very excited to announce the opening of its new corporate headquarters in Grand Prairie, Texas. The 27,500 square foot facility houses the corporate offices, a training center that can train up to 75 to 100 people, a storefront display, technical support, distribution, and most exciting of all, a brand new manufacturing facility. The new training center will house Ve...

Traka has been a Lenel OAAP partner since 2009 and offers key management compatibility with OnGuard Traka USA, a leading developer of intelligent key and asset management solutions around the world, and Lenel Systems International Inc., a market leader in integrated access and video software solutions, announced an agreement to offer Traka USA Key Management Solutions to Lenel’s North America and Latin America customers through Lenel’s Value Added Resellers (VAR)....

Mr. Haslam will be responsible for worldwide expansion of the company’s government-to-citizen ID business HID Global, a worldwide leader in secure identity solutions, recently announced that Rob Haslam has joined the company as vice president of Government ID Solutions. In his new role, Mr. Haslam is responsible for the strategic development and worldwide expansion of the company’s government-to-citizen ID business. This includes extending HID Global’s reach...

Holly Tsourides brings more than 15 years of executive management and sales experience Matrix Systems, an access control and security solutions provider with a reputation built on service and long-term customer relationships, has appointed Holly Tsourides as its new Chief Executive Officer to lead the company into its next phase of development and growth. “As our new CEO, Holly Tsourides is a significant addition to our executive leadership team,” said James Young...

Duane Paulson will participate in the session "Competing for the Connected Home: What Channel Will Win?" Linear LLC, a leader in residential and commercial access control, security, and health and wellness solutions, announced recently that Duane Paulson, senior vice president of product and market development, will be participating as a speaker at the upcoming CONNECTIONS Conference, co-located at CTIA, May 20-May 23 in Las Vegas. Mr. Paulson will participate in the session "...

Warren Associates represents Middle Atlantic for the Security Market in some regions of the United States Middle Atlantic Products presented Warren Associates with the Security Sales Representative of the Year Award at a sales meeting prior to ISC West 2013 in Las Vegas. Asked to comment, Middle Atlantic Regional Sales Director Whitt Adams said, “Warren Associates worked very hard on our ViewPoint furniture line last year and were rewarded with several large opportuniti...

IRAP support will be used to further the development of Viscount's Freedom access control platform IRAP support will be used to further the development of Viscount's Freedom access control platform and to expand system capabilities to a number of key areas, including mobile devices, enhancing the Freedom Microsoft Active Directory platform, preparing for U.S. Government full FICAM compliance, and enhanced encryption. "We are very pleased to have the support of the Industrial...

DRS’ Technical Services group will continue to provide MRO services to Coast Guard C-130 aircraft for one year DRS Technologies, Inc., a Finmeccanica Company, announced recently it has been awarded a contract by the U.S. Coast Guard (USCG) to continue its maintenance, repair and overhaul work at the U.S. Coast Guard Aviation Logistics Center in Elizabeth City, North Carolina. Under the contract, DRS’s Technical Services group will continue to provide maintenance,...

AlliedBarton’s company-wide military hiring program, Hire Our HeroesSM, is an essential part of its recruiting strategy AlliedBarton Security Services, the industry’s premier provider of highly trained security personnel, is proud to announce that Chris McCann, Recruiter and Trainer, Midwest Region, Minneapolis, MN, was awarded the Patriotic Civilian Service Award from the Employer Partnership of the Armed Forces (EPAF). “This award represents the highest aw...

Geoff Gerks brings expertise in occupational and environmental safety G4S Secure Solutions (USA) announces the appointment of Geoff Gerks as Senior Vice President of Human Resources. Gerks brings an extensive background in human resources, employee and labor relations with expertise in occupational and environmental safety. Bringing more than 20 years in the field of recruiting and employee management, Gerks will focus on innovative ways to support our core value of Best Peop...