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Protecting citizens' privacy is ingrained in the history of the United States; one can look back to the creation of the constitution for proof. For example, the fourth amendment protects against unreasonable search and seizure, while the fifth protects against self-incrimination. The nation's founders recognized the importance of guarding personal privacy(opens in new tab) to maintain citizens' safety and general well-being. As a result, individual citizens' right to privacy was woven into the...

The ACS Pacesetters are pleased to announce that KeyPlus Security Limited is the latest company to join the growing membership. This privately owned company, based in Lancashire,  provides professional security services for commercial, industrial, and public premises along with residential properties, throughout the North West of England. The services include key holding, alarm response, mobile patrols, vacant property inspections, security guarding, and welfare visits. Living Wage Moveme...

Centered around Leonardo DRS and beyond, Leonardo's presence at SeaAirSpace 2022 showcases high technologies responding to a wide range of operational needs in the maritime domain and reaffirms its key core competencies and its competitive positioning toward US Defense requirements. Founded in 1965, the Navy League’s SeaAirSpace Exposition, held from 4th to 6th April along the Potomac River just 20 minutes from Washington, D.C., is the largest maritime exposition in the U.S...

UVeye’s global team is rapidly expanding and so is the innovative product line. Recently, it officially announced the launch of the Atlas Lite which is designed to complement the Helios and Artemis in dealerships and more commonly-sized service bays. However, the Atlas Lite will make its official public debut at the National Auto Dealer Association conference in Las Vegas Nevada.  360-degree imaging capabilities When it came to unveiling the Atlas Lite, there seemed to be no b...

Current dealership challenges existing dealer state OEM Pressure Dealership Group/Dealer Principle Pressure; Sell more, do more with less  Staffing Issues – SA and Tech – Old Guard v. New Breed (Experience v. Tech-Savvy) Manual processes still require labor and a commitment from management Multiple tools to navigate with limited integration Difficult to sustain standards all the time Limited certainty that all vehicles were inspected the same way, ev...

Guardian RFID, a pioneer in inmate tracking systems for more than 17 years, has announced the launch of its Officer Experience Platform (OXP), Command Cloud®, the only purpose-built OXP designed to equip correctional officers with all the tools required to create safe and secure environments. Command Cloud Command Cloud is an integrated suite of applications and services that deliver a Common Operating Picture (COP), a consolidated display of relevant information designed to improve awaren...

UV-Concepts develops and manufactures innovative no-touch disinfection solutions using the ultraviolet UV-C germicidal wavelength of 254nm.  Their flagship product is the UVE™ UV-C Enclosure, a purpose-built platform for the disinfection of primarily portable medical equipment in hospitals and other healthcare environments. Safety with RFID reader Healthcare-associated infections (HAIs) have been in the spotlight for decades, but with the COVID-19 global pandemic, infection control...

Security Essen is strengthening its position as an important on-site event and business platform for the security industry. After Honeywell, Telenot and dormakaba are also returning to the international security trade fair. From 20 to 23 September 2022, they will present their innovations to the trade public at Messe Essen. A comprehensive range of products Oliver P. Kuhrt, CEO of Messe Essen, sees this as confirmation of the concept of the event, "We are very pleased about the great response...

2N, the global market pioneer in internet-enabled intercoms and access control systems, has added enhanced functionality to its flagship intercom, the 2N® IP Style, in response to emerging trends in the use of residential and office buildings. Identified trends The relevant trends, which have been identified by experts including McKinsey, CBRE, and PwC, are: Residential buildings: the acceleration of e-commerce McKinsey argues that, in the US, 10 years of e-commerce adoption was compres...

HID Global, a pioneer in trusted identity solutions announced it has acquired Vizinex RFID. The acquisition increases HID Global’s presence and relevance in key vertical markets including healthcare/medical, manufacturing, oil & gas, data centers, etc. and adds a key technology to HID Global’s RFID tag portfolio. Strategic acquisition “Bringing Vizinex into the HID family strengthens our position in the RFID market, especially in North America,” said Björn...

As one of the manufacturers of flexible polyurethane foam in Europe, The Vita Group has several production sites and UAB Vita Baltic International operates the largest foam manufacturing plant in the Baltics.  Its products are used in several applications including soft furnishings, mattresses and pillows, orthopedic accessories, and sound insulation products.  Foam blocks manufacturers At its large site just outside the village of Jurgiškiai in a rural area of the Alytus Dis...

RealNetworks, Inc., is displaying SAFR SCAN™, a highly innovative Facial Recognition Reader for a wide range of mainstream access control, workforce management, and health safety applications at IFSEC 2022 in stand IF2635. SAFR SCAN uniquely delivers advanced identification and authentication performance at an extremely attractive price point, making its public debut in the European market.   Secure and fast access  “SAFR SCAN provides a highly secure and fast way t...

Amid a record-breaking year in product production, the global security technology manufacturer, Paxton, has expanded its team to meet product demand. Paxton has broken all their previous manufacturing records, with this year being the busiest production period in its 36-year history. Blair Bowen, Global Manufacturing Manager In support of this growth, they recently appointed Blair Bowen as Global Manufacturing Manager. Bowen previously managed manufacturing teams for Collins Aerospace and Jag...

Aratek recently launched the much-anticipated Aratek Device Management System (TrustDMS), an all-in-one platform that allows users to easily configure, manage, and secure Aratek mobile devices whether onsite or remotely. The all-in-one remote mobile device management solution for digital ID programs ‍Samuel Wu, VP for Aratek’s international business division describes the Aratek TrustDMS as a “de facto command and control center” to manage digital identity remotely while e...

Credit unions and banks have long used cutting-edge technology as part of their physical security efforts. However, with crimes becoming more and more sophisticated, the technologies used to defend against them in the banking industry must follow suit.  The question is, how exactly can current financial institutions ramp up their bank security to rise to the challenge of combating the advanced strategies of bad actors? The answer can be summed up in one word: biometrics. Biometrics B...

i-PRO Co., Ltd., a pioneer in professional security solutions for surveillance and public safety announced the launch of its new i-PRO mini-network camera. Compact design With a pocket-sized form factor and a full complement of AI analytics functionality, the i-PRO mini represents the next generation of smaller, discreet smart cameras that not only protect retail and other businesses but also provide operational and business insights. Part of the i-PRO S-series line, the completely new compac...

MOBOTIX has been working successfully with the Vaxtor Group as a Technology Partner over the last few years, therefore, the acquisition of the Spanish company that develops automatic character recognition software, using video technology, was a logical consequence of this intensive cooperation. Review of the acquisition The strategic expansion was already announced on January 17, 2022, after the purchase agreement for 100% of the company shares was signed. Due to the exceptional importance of...

Replacing legacy mechanical locks with wireless electronic devices adds security and increases control without the expense or inconvenience of cabling doors. New and existing Brivo Access customers can grow the scope and day-to-day benefits of their system by integrating Aperio® wireless locks from ASSA ABLOY Opening Solutions. Brivo Access customers can operate more doors in their access control system by integrating battery-powered Aperio devices online to extend its reach. The seamless,...

BBC Coffee, an innovative coffee manufacturer in Southampton that produces 1.5 tonnes of roasted coffee per hour, has selected Yardi Bluepoint™ visitor management to provide a flexible solution that can scale to its needs. Yardi Bluepoint will allow BBC Coffee to automate check-in and replace the existing paper-based registration experience. This will improve GDPR and let visitors self-check-in into the factory, which includes customers buying coffee, suppliers, and contractors. GDPR, st...

SALTO Systems will showcase its comprehensive product range at IFSEC International, which returns in-person to ExCeL London on 17-19 May for the biggest gathering of international security professionals in 2022. This is the first opportunity, in over 3 years, to network and do business with the entire security buying chain face-to-face: manufacturers, installers & integrators, distributors, consultants, and end-users. Join to explore SALTO's latest smart access technologies, including the l...

Pindrop, a pioneer in voice technology announced a new partnership with Google Cloud that will enable it to build and offer new authentication solutions to enhance call center experiences for customers on Google Cloud’s platform. Pindrop will also make its suite of fraud detection and voice security solutions available on Google Cloud Marketplace, as it is now part of the Google Cloud Partner Advantage Program as an Independent Software Vendor (ISV) partner. Voice authentication and secu...

RealNetworks, Inc. is proud to announce that its recently introduced SAFR SCAN™ facial recognition reader is the recipient of the 2022 Platinum Govies Award for Access Control – Biometrics. The prestigious award was announced by Security Today on April 26, 2022, honoring SAFR SCAN as being an outstanding product for government security applications. Evaluation criteria SAFR SCAN was selected for the 2022 Platinum Govies Award for Access Control – Biometrics by an independent...

Abloy UK is transforming access control options and making it easier than ever before for organizations to adapt and update their systems to digital, wireless, and mobile solutions.  The comprehensive range of innovative digital access solutions from Abloy will be showcased on stand IF4435 at IFSEC International 2022 on 17- 19 May 2022 at ExCeL London. Digital access solutions The wide range of digital, electromechanical, and mechanical products in Abloy’s portfolio can be combined...

Recently, the workplace platform Envoy surveyed 800 company leaders who shared the changes they are employing to encourage employees to return to the office. According to Envoy, “After two years of largely remote work, the workplace is back front and center. Folks are getting tired of their makeshift home offices and workplaces around the world are slowly but surely starting to get busy again.” Incentives in a hybrid working model  “However, not every company is ba...

Evolution, the integrated fire and security systems business, has appointed Richard de Graaf as the new Country Manager in the Netherlands, to further service and grow increasing business opportunities in the country and across Europe. In this newly created role, Richard will be responsible for leading Evolution’s sales and growth strategy in the region, with a particular focus on the data center sector, as well as building and developing relationships with local service providers and sup...

“Every employer’s fundamental responsibility to their employees is to eliminate risks to health and safety, for every worker, including those who work alone,” advises Matt Smitheman, Senior Solutions Consultant, at Interface Security Systems, a managed service provider delivering business security, managed network, UCaaS, and business intelligence solutions to distributed enterprises. Occupational risks As retailers continue to adapt their business models, many are...

Patriot One Technologies announced the Oak View Group has selected Patriot One’s Gateway solution to protect all entrances to Austin’s new world-class live entertainment venue, Moody Center, the new home of The University of Texas basketball teams. The Gateway will be in place for Moody Center’s first show, Grammy®-Award-winning John Mayer on April 20th. SmartGateway™ solution Moody Center, which seats more than 15,000 people, will deploy Patriot  On...

Protecting thousands of attendees and the athletes and performers in a large arena is one of the toughest jobs. It remains more important than ever to safeguard secured spaces through foolproof access control checks that are safe and streamlined. Fortunately, that’s where AI-driven security check systems come into play. What exactly are these types of systems, and how can they help their operators efficiently keep security threats at bay? Let’s take a look at how stadiums and sports...

Alcatraz AI., a pioneer in physical security AI technologies, announced they will be showcasing autonomous access control technology at IFSEC International 2022 (BoothIF2605). Alcatraz AI has redefined secure access control delivering intelligence at the door to make users face their credentials.   The Alcatraz AI Rock, a touchless biometric device, utilizes facial authentication to grant highly secure and frictionless entry to modernize and improve access control systems. The security...

As the home of the renowned St Andrews Prize for the Environment, the University of St Andrews has sustainability at the heart of its ethos. For student accommodation, university managers sought an energy-efficient access control solution which respected and reflected these principles. A major challenge facing the university was that multiple different standalone access control technologies had been installed piecemeal at student halls over the years. To upgrade the accommodation, university ma...