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Maxxess Systems is pleased to announce the release of eFusion and eAXxess version 6 software. This upgrade is available to end users with a current Maxxess Software Support plan. Once upgraded the software will need to be re-registered.    Here are some of the new features and enhancements in this release: New Operating Systems Supported Windows Server 2008 & Windows Server 2008 R2 Windows 8 and 8.1 (home editions not recommended) Windows Server 2012 New Databases Support...

PROMISE Technology, Inc., a leading developer of high-performance storage solutions optimized for the requirements of video surveillance, recently announced that the Vess A2000 Series NVR storage appliance is validated with Security Center, the powerful unified security platform from Genetec. Security Center seamlessly blends Omnicast video management systems (VMS), Synergis access control, and AutoVu license plate recognition (LPR) systems, presenting physical security information to end users...

Mr. Raefield has over thirty-five years of experience in security industry Viscount Systems (VSYS), a leading-edge supplier of security systems and software, announced recently that the company has appointed Mr. Dennis Raefield as its new Chief Executive Officer, effective as of February 17, 2014. Mr. Raefield has been a board member for Viscount since November of 2011. Mr. Raefield replaces Mr. Steve Pineau, who has resigned from the company effective immediately. "I want to...

HID Global will demonstrate its authentication solutions from its ActivID portfolio HID Global®, a worldwide leader in secure identity solutions, recently announced that it will showcase the industry’s only end-to-end solution portfolio designed to protect organizations against unauthorized access to everything from the cloud, to data, to the door at this year’s RSA Conference in San Francisco. In addition to demonstrating its broad range of multi-layer authent...

The new CA3000 software provides robust access control functionality and seamless integration with alarms ContinentalAccess, a division of Napco Security Technologies, Inc., has recently released new CA3000 version 2.9 software, that not only provides robust access control functionality and seamless integration with alarms, locking and a growing list of video systems, but offers a host of many new sought-after features including; the ability to run the CardAccess 3000 and asso...

Quintron Systems, Inc., the recognized leader in advanced interoperable voice systems and physical access control/intrusion detection systems, recently announced the RDS-1 network appliance technology, making the deployment of small access control systems faster, less expensive, and more reliable. “This ‘traditional server replacement’ delivers everything needed for an eight door system, upgradable to 32 doors, in a single pre-configured device,” said Richard Finnegan, V....

Brian joins Keyscan with over 25 years of robust experience in the public and private sector security arenas Keyscan Access Control Systems is pleased to announce Brian Shrake has joined Keyscan as Regional Sales Manager, US Mid-Atlantic region. In his role Brian will be responsible for managing all Keyscan sales and distribution initiatives in Delaware, Washington DC, Maryland, Pennsylvania, Virginia and West Virginia. “We welcome Brian to his new role with Keyscan,&rd...

Allegion will operate a 45,000-square-foot integrated plant in Bogota, Colombia Allegion plc, a leading global provider of security products and solutions, recently announced the acquisition of certain assets of Schlage Lock de Colombia S.A., the second largest mechanical lock manufacturer in that country with revenues of approximately US$12 million. The acquisition of certain assets of the privately-owned company, which has distribution in other South and Central American cou...

HID Global will highlight its solutions for secure access to Electronic Protected Health Information (ePHI) HID Global, a worldwide leader in secure identity solutions, recently announced that it will showcase its healthcare security offerings that solve strong authentication challenges for IT security and patient information privacy at this year’s HIMSS in Orlando, Florida. The company will showcase its layered approach to patient data protection and health record secur...

The centralized system allows the district to grant new employees access to the appropriate school buildings Flexible PCSC system offers centralised control while meeting the needs of 47 buildings. When voters in Colorado’s Poudre School District approved a bond measure in 2000 to fund a new school security system, they made a clear statement about the value they place on keeping the district’s 24,000 students safe. “The community has charged us with the car...

Kantech access control, American Dynamics video, and DSC intrusion detection systems were used to enhance safety Introduction Newfoundland & Labrador based commercial service provider Cougar Helicopters doesn't take safety and security lightly. Operating a helicopter service in the midst of some of the world's most challenging weather has developed several strengths in Cougar Helicopters. Proactive safety, flexibility and innovation have become watchwords for Cougar's high...

Smiths Detection’s IONSCAN 500DT meets new procurement guidelines that took effect on January 1, 2014 Smiths Detection’s IONSCAN 500DT is included among “qualified” technologies for Explosive Trace Detection on the TSA Air Cargo Screening Technology Lists (ACSTL) and meets new procurement guidelines that took effect on January 1, 2014. A reliable trace detection system used to screen cargo, packages or baggage, the IONSCAN 500DT uses Ion Mobility Spect...

Honeywell recently announced an update to the iOS App for Honeywell Total Connect 2.0 that simplifies set-up while bringing all of the power and capability of the Honeywell Total Connect website to Apple® iPad and iPad mini® devices. Providing the same user experience, features and functionality across Web and iPad applications extends the value and reach of Honeywell Total Connect, the award-winning solution that lets consumers use mobile devices to remotely control their security syste...

The acquisition extends HID Global’s portfolio while positioning the company to deliver new identity solutions HID Global, a worldwide leader in secure identity solutions, recently announced the acquisition of Lumidigm, a global leader in authentication solutions that use multispectral imaging technology, software, and biometric fingerprint sensors to authenticate identities with a high degree of certainty. The acquisition extends HID Global’s authentication portfo...

ADI selected Arecont Vision as its Vendor of the Year for the United States and CDVI for Canada ADI recently announced the recipients of its 2013 Vendor Awards. ADI selected Arecont Vision its Vendor of the Year for the United States, and CDVI for Canada. ADI also recognized vendors in the categories of New Product of the Year, Best Sales Support, Best Marketing Support, Rookie Vendor of the Year, and Best Supplier Delivery Performance. Each year, ADI recognises key suppliers...

Genetec was praised for its progressive employee programs and for offering an outstanding place to work Genetec, a leading provider of unified IP security solutions, recently announced that it has been recognized as one of the top employers in Montréal for the eighth year in a row. Evaluated by the editors of Mediacorp Canada Inc., Genetec was praised for its progressive and forward-thinking employee programs and for offering an outstanding place to work. Genetec offer...

Napco Commercial Platform supports UL commercial wireless, addressable & conventional devices (ideal for cost-effective system upgrades). No matter what application, 32 to 255 pts of fire &/or intrusion, Napco Commercial Systems offer competitive advantages – like proven wireless that saves up to 75% of the labor. Win accounts with more cost-competitive/attractive proposals by saving on labor with Napco's full line of dependable UL Commercial-Grade wireless devices. Cut costs on e...

The flexibility of Moxa's all-in-one router allows Media Resources to grant access of the IP camera to clients Media Resources is an industry leader in large-format digital displays such as billboards and video scoreboards. Recently, they have reported a significant enhancement to the reliability of their control systems that corresponds to a large reduction in maintenance costs, thanks to the deployment of Moxa communications and networking equipment. The majority of Media R...

The updated pages contain the latest information on TRI-ED's products, services, branches and training events TRI-ED Distribution is pleased to announce the release of its new, state-of-the-art website, featuring a more contemporary design and user-friendly menus that allow visitors to easily navigate through each section. The updated pages contain the latest information on TRI-ED's products, services, branches and training events. Many new enhancements have also been made to...

Alarm Lock, a division of Napco Security Technologies, Inc., announced recently that its increasingly popular Trilogy Networx Wireless PIN and Prox access locks & keypads are now integrated with Lenel OnGuard integrated access control & video security platform. As a Lenel OpenAccess Alliance Program Partner, Alarm Lock products (PL, PDL and DL-Series) were fully-tested and certified by Lenel's quality assurance department for use with OnGuard v6.6 and 6.5. Integrated capabilities includ...

SAFE Airport identity & credential management system improves workflow of security operations at SFO airport Quantum Secure announces that the San Francisco International Airport (SFO) has selected the company’s SAFE for Aviation solution, further expanding Quantum Secure’s footprint in upgrading, managing and automating key critical security areas within the Airport. Since the deployment of the SAFE Airport Identity & Credential Management System in 2010,...

The Frontier R4 solution provides real-time monitoring of access doors and alarm points for local and remote locations Matrix Systems, an access control and security solutions provider with a reputation built on service and long-term customer relationships, will display Frontier R4 comprehensive security solution at ISC West 2014 in Las Vegas from 2nd to 4th April 2014. Frontier R4 is a comprehensive security solution that provides real-time monitoring of acces...

Traka is well aligned with Convergint’s business strategy, as it provides open solutions in its own right Traka, a world leading manufacturer of systems for managing keys and assets, has entered into a strategic reseller agreement with Convergint Technologies, one of the largest system integrators in the world, now making Traka’s products available to a larger global market and expanding their availability throughout the United States. Convergint’s place as...

The HID and Plasco solutions has enabled DPS to enhance campus security and safety HID Global, a worldwide leader in secure identity solutions, recently announced that the company’s secure ID card issuance solutions, combined with solutions from Plasco ID, a leading integrator and provider of card-based ID systems, has enabled Dayton Public Schools (DPS) in Dayton, Ohio to increase classroom attendance, while enhancing campus security and safety by including new visual s...

The document presents useful information for deploying key control and asset management solutions Morse Watchmans, the leading supplier of key control and management systems, has published a whitepaper titled Best Practices Provide Best Value When Implementing Key Control and Asset Management Systems. The document, available on the Morse Watchmans website, presents useful information for deploying key control and asset management solutions, such as designing and customizin...

HID Global, a worldwide leader in secure identity solutions, recently announced it has made it significantly easier for large government agencies and organizations to provision identities across many different, unconnected access control systems located throughout geographically dispersed operations. The company’s pivCLASS MultiPACS software is designed to streamline and simplify the process of registering Personal Identity Verification (PIV) credentials into multiple, disparate physical a...

CyberKey designates a single CyberLock to temporarily reactivate an expired CyberKey for up to 5 minutes CyberLock offers a variety of features for controlling access including key scheduling, key expirations, time-delay, multiple key mode, and temporary activation. Temporary activation is an advanced CyberKey feature that allows an administrator to designate a single CyberLock or CyberPoint to temporarily reactivate an expired CyberKey for up to 5 minutes. Once the key touch...

These appointments ensure smooth transition and simplify the delivery of technology and services to customers Matrix Systems, an access control and security solutions provider with a 35-year reputation built on innovation and customer service, recently announced top-level leadership appointments for its Frontier business unit. Jeremy Krinitt assumes the role of General Manager of Frontier. In this role, he will lead all sales, and research and development efforts. Since joini...

Keyscan offers the capability to centrally manage the entire access control infrastructure at TotalBank The very nature of banking is based on trust. Trust that the banking institution will protect its customers’ money and their confidential data. For that precise reason bank security is and always has been a top priority for both the banks and their customers. In 2008 TotalBank decided to enhance their physical security controls, and began looking to bolster its physica...

Keyscan's access control system works with existing readers and integrates well with CCTV camera platforms Originating from the Brazilian full-contact sport of Vale tudo, the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) debuted in the United States in 1993. Today it has grown into one of the most valuable sports franchises in the world, promoting competition of the most effective and skilled mixed martial arts. This year UFC will continue to bring us legendary battles, shocking finish...