Access Control News

ASIS International announces that entrepreneur, technology visionary, and Dallas Mavericks owner Mark Cuban will deliver the keynote address at the Monday, Sept. 25 luncheon at the organization’s 63rd Annual Seminar and Exhibits (ASIS 2017), taking place Sept. 25-28 at the Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center in Dallas, Texas. The premier event for security professionals worldwide, ASIS 2017 is expected to attract 22,000 operational and cybersecurity professionals from across the globe....

ONVIF, the global standardization initiative for IP-based physical security products, announces the Release Candidate for Profile T, a draft specification with advanced streaming capabilities that includes support for H.265 video compression and an expanded feature set that extends the capabilities of ONVIF video Profiles for systems integrators and end users. ONVIF Profile T ONVIF Profile T for advanced streaming employs a new media service that enables the support of High Efficiency Video Co...

Qognify, the provider of big data solutions for physical security and operations, announces that it has expanded the integration of Bosch network video security cameras and Qognify’s Situator and VisionHub, providing customers unique advanced technology and business benefits. This best-of-breed solution creates centralised management for the entire platform with direct integration of Bosch cameras to Situator (Situation Management / PSIM) and VisionHub (Video Management System). Benefits...

Arteco, a global provider of event-driven intelligent video management solutions, will present a series of seminars focused on highlighting the benefits of video surveillance and access control integration. Arteco will partner with ZKAccess to host a webinar on July 26, 2017, from 1 p.m.-2 p.m. Eastern, and a lunch-and-learn event on Aug. 2, 2017 from 9 a.m.-12 p.m. Central, at the Accu-Tech branch in Dallas, to display the benefits of the combination of these two intelligent platforms. Organiz...

Open Options, the provider of open platform access control solutions, in conjunction with Mercury Security and Allegion, will be hosting a regional roadshow on Thursday, August 10. A variety of content will be addressed throughout the event, including a look at new products and upcoming integrations from the companies. After vendor presentations, attendees can experience the latest technology with hands-on product demonstrations, and take advantage of networking opportunities with industry prof...

PSA customers will now receive direct access to Umbo CV’s award-winning security solutions. Umbo CV provides the most advanced artificial intelligence platform available to the security industry, at a reduced cost. With cloud hosted solutions and A.I.-as-a-service, Umbo CV makes it easier to cement stronger customer ties and build sustainable recurring monthly revenue. Umbo CV Umbo CV brings machine learning to the forefront, boasting 98% accuracy. Customers love it’s quick-to-lear...

The US Department of Homeland Security needed an ironclad ID solution to prevent widespread counterfeiting  The U.S. Green Card has set a global, never-exceeded standard for uncompromised security. After more than 12 years and over 20 million cards featuring HID Global’s LaserCard® optical security media, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security turned to the same technology and expertise for its next-generation Green Card. In May 2010, the agency began is...

Camden Door Controls, a provider of door activation and locking devices, is pleased to announce it has retained manufacturers' rep firm JClemente & Associates to service the Southern California territory. Jaime Clemente will serve as the sales rep and provide service and Camden product support to dealers and distributors. “Camden Door Controls looks forward to partnering with JClemente & Associates to enhance our presence in the Southern California region," notes David Price, Mark...

Hikvision Canada Inc., the North American leader in innovative, award-winning video surveillance products, is working with Montreal-based integrator Intelgest to provide security cameras for the Centre Petite Échelle in Montreal, an organization that supports young people with special needs. The center serves children age 12 and under who have one or more diagnoses such as autism spectrum disorder, intellectual disability, and cerebral palsy. Centre Petite Échelle Hikvision camer...

Kwikset brand of Spectrum Brands Inc., the provider of residential security, announces Kwikset Convert, the company’s new Z-Wave Smart Lock Conversion Kit. The kit will turn mechanical locks – even non-Kwikset locks – into smart, electronic locks, bringing the convenience of keyless entry and home automation to new consumer audiences. Kwikset Convert The Conversion Kit replaces the interior half of an existing lock without changing the exterior. Consequently, Kwikset Convert...

ASIS International, the association for security management professionals, is seeking volunteers to serve on the technical committee for the new ANSI/ASIS Active Assailant Standard. This new standard will supplement the organization’s existing ANSI/ASIS/SHRM Workplace Violence Prevention and Intervention (WPVI) Standard published in 2011. Security professionals, legal experts, human resource practitioners, law enforcement personnel, threat/violence assessment/risk managers, and other quali...

Alticor needed state-of-the art technology to provide secure access control at their HQ and several distribution centers Alticor manufactures and sells personal care products for more than three million independent business owners around the world. It also has a number of subsidiaries, including Amway, the widely known direct sales organization; Quixtar®, an Internet ordering business; and Access Business Group, a manufacturing, distribution and warehousing organization ma...

3VR announces that Tony Montes joined the company as Sales Director for the eastern United States and Canada. Previously, Montes held senior security roles at top retail brands including David Yurman, Saks Fifth Avenue, and Macy’s department stores where he worked directly with loss prevention managers to define physical security standards and implement surveillance systems for stores nationwide. Previous Experience “The future of the retail store is rapidly evolving with the growt...

Farpointe Data, the access control industry's OEM for RFID solutions, announces that Secure Our City, Inc., an electronic security technology and low voltage design firm based in Ashland, Mass., was able to solve the problems that a parking garage used by a leading healthcare organization was having with standard 125-kHz proximity readers and credentials. By creating a new security system featuring cameras, access control and the Farpointe Ranger long range reading system, Secure Our City was ab...

Delta Turnstiles, a designer and manufacturer of optical turnstiles for secured entry control applications, introduces its new Designer Series of turnstiles. The first model in the series, the Infinity, will debut at ASIS 2017 in September (Booth 3869). The new Designer Series turnstiles offer the same functionality and high level of security synonymous with all other standard Delta models, but, as the name would suggest, are very design-oriented. Their circular shape makes them especially dist...

ONVIF, the global standardization initiative for IP-based physical security products, announces the final release of Profile A for broader access control configuration that establishes a standardized interface for access control clients and expands the configuration options of ONVIF conformant access control systems. The release marks the first open specification that allows for the mixing and matching of access control devices and clients within a system, facilitating interoperability for multi...

Amid rising concerns about security threats at stadiums and arenas where sports and entertainment events take place, HID Global, a global provider of trusted identity solutions, announced that its Quantum Secure SAFE Sports and Events Access Manager has earned the National Center for Spectator Sports Safety and Security (NCS4) ‘Lab Tested’ designation, awarded to products that undergo the rigors of operational testing in a sports environment.   Reducing Risks By Tracking V...

The software is used by employees to obtain visitor passes and by security officers to monitor the system To protect these tenants, Trinity provides CCTV and access control to all buildings. In addition, security officers patrol in the loading docks. However, Trinity wanted to enhance the existing security by providing a visitor management system through which tenants could approve or deny visitor access. Trinity wanted a visitor management system that provided reliability, re...

The District now signs in visitors by requesting and scanning photo IDs, usually a driver’s license The Ballston Spa School District in New York State is located 25 miles north of the state capital Albany. Incidents at schools across the country several years ago alerted Ballston Spa School administrators to the need for an increased level of security. Upgrade From Paper To Database The School Board and administration felt that paper sign-in logs were no longer suffici...

Arizona State University launched a ground-breaking project to evaluate the benefits of mobile access solutions Arizona State University (ASU) is committed to the ongoing use and management of advanced technology, including solutions that optimize security and convenience for students, faculty and staff. In August 2011, the university launched a ground-breaking project to evaluate the benefits of moving its student housing keys onto NFC smartphones. Pilot participants accesse...

Arteco, a provider of video event management solutions, announces the integration of its flagship video event management software platform with 2N Helios IP Intercoms. Arteco - 2N Integration Arteco Video Event Management Software (VEMS) is now integrated with the 2N Helios platform. Events are presented within the Arteco VEMS interface, allowing customers to gain greater insight to make more informed decisions regarding their security postures. Operators can manage door alerts and triggers, a...

The system's high-end operability means it can be run over a single network that can be centrally managed Based in Poland, Bank Pekao is one of the largest financial institutions in Central and Eastern Europe. Security is a paramount concern for the organization, which is why it has chosen to implement Vanderbilt’s cutting edge video and access control technology across a large part of its estate. Leading Financial Institution Over the last 85 years Bank Pekao has beco...

When Mike Simon ran a Midwestern security installing company prior to starting Connected Technologies, LLC, he remembers early on when his customers would add services from other providers, unaware that he was able to provide more than intrusion detection. “We would sometimes go back to a location and see a customer had installed video or access control,” said Simon, managing partner. “When we would ask the customer about it, they would say: ‘we didn’t know you offe...

3xLOGIC, Inc., a provider of integrated intelligent security solutions, has announced Cash Saver stores, located in Memphis, TN, have installed 3xLOGIC NVRs and upwards to 120 cameras in three of its four store locations. Cash Saver is a cost plus food outlet, and promises a whole new way to save on groceries for Memphis. The company keeps the cost of operating its stores low with lower rent, no fancy décor, and less advertising. 3xLOGIC Video Surveillance Installation When Cash Saver b...

ISONAS Inc., a Pure IP™ access control system manufacturer, has announced that the company has appointed Kenneth Minard as the new Regional Sales Manager on the east coast. Mr. Minard will be responsible for growing sales on the east coast in states east of the Mississippi river and work closely with ISONAS partners and customers. ISONAS has built long-term relationships with a team of certified integrators, distributors and manufacturer rep firms that Mr. Minard will be partnering with an...

Schlage®, a brand of Allegion that creates technologically advanced lock products to help multi- and single-family owners secure properties, has released nationwide survey results indicating three in four Americans have doubted whether they locked their door. These findings underscore a potential differentiator for mixed-use properties that offer new security technologies to bring peace of mind to residents and homeowners. Advanced Locking Devices Released in tandem with Wakefield Researc...

Matrix Telecom solutions, which has been continuously developing communication solutions and platforms for Unified Communications, IP-PBXs, Media Gateways and Terminals, announced the launch of its newly revamped website. This newly redesigned website offers quick and easy access to essential information and features that offers a more comprehensive understanding of the Matrix innovative communication solutions. The website also has a comprehensive industry and solutions sections with updated co...

Farpointe Data, the access control industry's trusted OEM partner for RFID solutions, alerted its access control manufacturer, distributor, integrator, dealer, and specifier partners about the potential impact on their businesses of the settlement of Edenborough v. ADT LLC, Case No. 3:16-cv-02233, in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California. Referred to as the ADT Hacking Vulnerability Class Action Lawsuit, ADT will pay $16 million to settle five hacking vulnerability clas...

The DoD required a new system that would ensure the automatic identification of cargo containers and their contents Problems arising from the inaccurate identification of contents of U.S. Department of Defense sea cargo containers led the U.S. Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) to mandate a robust, multi-functional identification solution that would perform reliably in some of the world’s harshest environments, including war zones. For nearly 20 years, DLA’s shipping,...

Genuine HID offers BCBSRI a reliable system meeting their needs that is scalable for future growth and technology advancement Blue Cross/ Blue Shield of Rhode Island (BCBSRI) has played a significant role in both the health and economy of the state of Rhode Island since 1939. More than one out of two Rhode Islanders have chosen BCBSRI. BCBSRI Mission The organization’s mission is to provide its members with peace of mind and improved health by representing them in thei...