Access Control News

IDSecurityOnline, a provider of ID card printers and photo ID systems, announces that it has entered into an exclusive distribution agreement with ScreenCheck, a manufacturer of identification solutions and will be the only US Distributor allowed to carry their new line of durable ID card printers. This unique line of printers will help organizations of all industries and sizes get the right ID card solution for any type of application.  ScreenCheck Printers The new ScreenCheck line of ID...

Idesco Corp. a New York-based security systems integrator, announces it will be exhibiting at the 27th annual ASIS NYC Security Conference & Expo at the Jacob Javits Center in New York City on June 7th and 8th. The show brings together more than 2,500 security and law enforcement professionals from the public and private sectors and will feature two days of education, exhibits, and networking. As the leading expert in ID Card Solutions, Idesco will be exhibiting at booth #401 and showcasing...

Icon Labs, a provider of security solutions for IoT and edge devices, announces the availability of its new white paper: “Why PKI Matters for the IIoT.” Explaining PKI This new IoT security white paper explains PKI, Authentication, and Certificate Management – how they work, what they are, and how OEMs, manufacturers, and developers can implement the latest technical developments in PKI security technologies. “OEMs building IIoT devices, and enterprises deploying IIoT...

The university needed its access control system to be easy to expand without forfeiting earlier investments Operating a large university campus in a busy urban setting can be challenging enough. When the campus spans dozens of geographically dispersed buildings housing expensive equipment and high-value student work product, the challenge becomes even more complex. Academy of Art University in San Francisco met these challenges with an access control system that simulta­ne...

By enabling cashless payment and access control, the ViVOtech-HID solution transforms the proximity cards into multi-purpose cards Gallaudet University is the world’s only university offering exemplary educational programs to deaf and hard of hearing students at all learning levels. Their programs span from serving infants and their parents and continue through middle and high school. Bachelor degrees are offered and undergraduate students also have the option of design...

The medical center was impressed with the power and flexibility EasyLobby software provided Connecticut Children’s Medical Center was searching for a system to improve their existing visitor management solution, which consisted of color-coded plastic badges and paper sign-in sheets. “Getting the right pass for the right person was an extremely cumbersome process,” said Phillip LeClair, CHPA, security manager with Connecticut Children’s Medica...

Orion Entrance Control, Inc., a manufacturer of innovative and customized access control turnstile solutions, will showcase the new Clear View speed lane with MorphoWAVE technology at the 27th annual ASIS NYC Security Conference and Expo to be held June 7-8, 2017, at the Javits Center in New York City. MorphoWAVE Biometric Reader “Our newest line of clear view turnstiles offer increased visibility to any lobby or entry way needing access control security. Plus, with available features li...

ONVIF, the global standardization initiative for IP-based physical security products, hosted its 16th ONVIF Developers’ Plugfest (ODP) May 10–12 in Québec City, Québec, at the Delta Hotel Quebec City in the Old Town district. With multiple testing’s of ONVIF conformant products, the Developers’ Plugfest offered interoperability testing for five ONVIF profiles, including the Release Candidate of Profile A for broader access control configuration, which is sch...

SALTO Systems, a manufacturer of electronic access control solutions, will showcase its latest products and a new showroom at the 27th annual ASIS NYC Security Conference and Expo in June.Networking With Peers From Public And Private Sectors“ASIS NYC is an excellent opportunity for SALTO Systems to share our electronic lock innovations with our peers in the security industry, especially since we just launched our new SALTO XSperience product showcase and training center just a few miles aw...

Biometric technology from Iris ID is helping passengers at Qatar’s Hamad International Airport to pass through self-service security e-gates in as little as 10 seconds. More than 865,000 passengers used the gates in 2017’s first quarter. Two-Step Process The two-step process is available to all Qatar residents free of charge. Passengers place their ID cards or passports on a reader which opens a gate to a second portal. Iris scans or fingerprint readers are used to authenticate ide...

Razberi Technologies and Cylance Inc. have signed an original equipment manufacturer (OEM) agreement to embed CylancePROTECT software in Razberi ServerSwitchIQ appliances. CylancePROTECT will be integral to the new Razberi CameraDefense solution that, combined with Razberi’s secure appliance architecture, provides comprehensive protection over the server, video management systems (VMS), and camera ecosystem.Leveraging Artificial Intelligence“The physical and network security worlds c...

Specialist security provider Allegion has appointed Pete Hancox as Commercial Leader of its UK and Ireland businesses to build and lead strategic partnerships in specification. Hancox joins Allegion UK in Birmingham from his recent role as Client Services Director for HP Doors. He will also be in charge of overseeing Ireland’s commercial activity. Hancox is no stranger to Allegion, having been part of the Ingersoll Rand security group for almost nine years, prior to his appointment with H...

HID Global, global provider of trusted identity solutions, announced that it has deployed a Drug Enforcement Agency- (DEA) compliant and government certified solution for Electronic Prescriptions of Controlled Substances (EPCS) at Nemours Health System. The solution easily integrates with the Nemours’ Epic Electronic Health Records (EHR) system to automate their paper-based prescription system and provide an enhanced patient experience. In addition to increasing overall prod...

HID Global SlimFlex RFID tags have unique thermoplastic elastomer (TPE) housings Since 1978, family-owned Princeville Ranch Adventures has taken pride in offering world-class eco-adventures on the north shore of Kauai in the Hawaiian Islands. Guests from around the world travel here for horseback riding, hiking and waterfall tours through serene rainforest valleys steeped in tropical sounds, scents and sights. Over the last 10 years, zip lining has grown to be the Ranch&rsquo...

When employees travel, they can now use a single card to access most Oracle buildings in the United States Redwood Shores, CA-based Oracle Corp. is about as high-tech as they come. A leading supplier of software for enterprise information management offering its products in more than 145 countries around the world with revenues exceeding $8 billion annually, Oracle has spearheaded the Internet computing model for using enterprise software across its entire product line. ...

For many Nemours patients, medication refills are needed as frequently as every 30 to 90 days Committed to improving the health of children for over 70 years, Nemours Children’s Health System is one of the nation’s largest integrated health systems. Nemours selected HID Global to deploy strong authentication solutions enabling Electronic Prescriptions for Controlled Substances (EPCS) to enhance their processes and patient experience. Complications In Existing Syst...

The university is currently using EasyLobby at 3 libraries, 7 residence halls and 3 (soon-to-be 4) administrative buildings During Loyola University’s search for a “single-card” student ID system, they recognized that such a system would not be suitable for areas of the campus that are frequented by non-students. University Culture With a diverse culture and surrounding community, Loyola University is an urban campus where many neighboring institutions, suc...

HID Global mobile access app holds employee and visitors’ digital credential allowing passes to be issued within minutes CafeX Communications, headquartered in New York City, was founded in 2013 and employs approximately 150 staff. The company develops software that helps enterprises transform real-time digital engagement via the Web and mobile applications. Many top global banks, insurers and other industry leaders use CafeX’s technology to help employees collabo...

Continental Access, a division of NAPCO and respected security innovator and pioneer in integrated access and security solutions for government, institutions, and business, announces the launch of their newly revitalised website. The redesigned website features a fresh new look with new functionality and multiplatform capability, and was designed to be easier to navigate, finding relevant information faster. Visitors can register for a training class or webinar, schedule a free demo, and read ab...

Quantum Corp. has reported results for the fiscal fourth quarter and full year 2017 ending Friday 31 March 2017. Quantum is an expert in scale-out tiered storage, archive and data protection, providing intelligent solutions for capturing, sharing and preserving digital assets over the entire data lifecycle. Fiscal Fourth Quarter 2017 Financial Results(All comparisons are relative to the fiscal fourth quarter 2016 unless otherwise stated.) Total revenue was $120.8 million, up from $120.0 milli...

Code Blue Corporation once again is proud to partner with the Clery Center as the co-presenting sponsor for National Campus Safety Awareness Month (NCSAM). Ensuring Campus Safety Each September, the Clery Center partners with colleges, universities, and other organizations for NCSAM to offer free, high-quality programming, educational tools and resources that promote a community approach to campus safety. “We continue to be impressed with the way the Clery Center has been able to annual...

ISONAS Inc., a provider of Pure IP access control system, announced that they will be increasing the number of onsite certified partner trainings. The incredible adoption of their new product line is driving the need for more onsite training to continue educating partners and integrators on its new RC-04 hardware family and Pure Access software platform. In 2015, ISONAS launched a certified partner program which involved an online training program and many other benefits. ISONAS Onsite Certific...

Boon Edam Inc., a manufacturer of security entrances and architectural revolving doors, has announced that the Mexican financial group Banorte has standardized on Boon Edam’s Swinglane 900 optical turnstiles and Winglock access gates at its new headquarters in Monterrey, the Koi Tower, and a major location in Mexico City. Authorized Access To Facilities The turnstiles and gates were installed to ensure only authorized access to the interior of its facilities to protect employees, visitor...

Jeff Kesterson, owner of Nightwatch Security & Telephone, LLC in Sedalia, Missouri, a Connect ONE® by Connected Technologies dealer, has a penchant for security and automation – and a love of his Tesla Model X vehicle. Connect ONE Integrated System Jeff recently discovered that his all-electric Tesla sports utility could readily incorporate the Connect ONE integrated systems cloud-hosted user interface via its on-board internet browser, allowing access to automation capabilities...

A provider of door activation and locking devices, Camden Door Controls introduces another new addition to its next generation of restroom control and emergency call systems. Camden's latest CM-AF540SO 'Press for Emergency Assistance' and illuminated annunciator, designed for industrial and commercial applications where illuminated signage and an audible indicator is required, gives you volume control to adjust sounder output. The illuminated annunciator with sounder is perfect for areas such a...

Camden Door Controls, a provider of door activation and locking devices, continues to lead the barrier-free door control market with the introduction of the first activation and annunciation system using touchless switches.Camden's new CX-WC16 touchless switch restroom control system reduces the spread of germs and combines activation and annunciation in one device. The CX-WC16 system provides a complete equipment package with compliance with the latest building code requirements.CX-33 Advanced...

Camden Door Controls, a provider of door activation and locking devices, has added the new CX-LRS series latching relays, enabling the use of momentary ‘request for assistance’ switches, to their line of next generation emergency call systems. CX-LRS Latching Relays The CX-LRS latching relays give customers the option for either push button or key switch system reset. In addition to individual 12 and 24 V latching relays, Camden also offers latching relay system kits—the CX-W...

As part of the introduction of Camden's second generation of restroom control and emergency call systems, Camden has released their new Aura CM-54i (square surface mount) and CM-55i (Square flush mount) push plate switch enclosures, with selectable Red/Green/Blue illumination. Aura illuminated enclosures provide field selection of 'idle' color ('on' during the normal state) and 'active' color ('on' when the switch is pressed or relay is activated), an audible sounder and Form ‘C’ co...

ASIS International, an association for security management professionals, announced that former U.S. President George W. Bush will address attendees at the opening of the ASIS International 63rd Annual Seminar and Exhibits (ASIS 2017), taking place 25th – 28th September, 2017, at the Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center in Dallas, Texas. Sharing Insights On Decision Making The four-day event, which will draw 22,000 security professionals from across the globe, also features keynotes fr...

Allied Universal, a facility services company and the largest security force in North America, together with John Jay College and the Metropolitan Healthcare Security Directors Association (MHSDA), will host a Plan to Live seminar to educate healthcare providers on best practices to handle an active shooter situation and other threats. The free seminar will be held Tuesday, May 16, 2017, from 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. in the college’s Moot Court at 899 10th Avenue, New York City. Protecting Hea...