Access Control News

Cisco announced Video Surveillance Manager 7.0, the industry's first solution built from the ground-up and certified to run in Cisco's virtualised Unified Computing System (UCS) environments. These new solutions now make it possible for customers in healthcare, public sector and retail to move beyond traditional basic safety and security surveillance deployments and use video to transform the way they run their businesses through hyper-scalability and ease of configuration. This announcement al...

Quantum Secure continues to strengthen its position with strategic acquisitions in a variety of industries Quantum Secure, Inc., the leading provider of enterprise software to manage and streamline security identities, compliance and events across disparate physical security systems, reports another banner year at ASIS 2012, highlighted by record revenues, new products and features, continued profitable growth and a host of new customers. Quantum Secure continues to strengthe...

SAFE suite covers four areas, inlcuding physical identity management and compliance and risk management Quantum Secure's SAFE software suite manages identities and physical access enterprise-wide across multiple security systems to enable greater compliance, lower operational costs, and streamline and optimize business processes. Further enhancing the intuitive functionality of SAFE, Quantum Secure is demonstrating two new modules at ASIS 2012 designed to automatically match i...

The SAFE Mobile App provides reporting views of key facility for security and safety audits Quantum Secure adds new portability and accessibility to its SAFE enterprise identity and physical access management software suite with a new highly intuitive SAFE App for Mobile Devices. The new app, available on any iPad, Android tablet, iPhone or other smart phone, enables users to review, approve and/or deny physical access requests from inside a facility or remotely. The SAFE App...

Third-party offerings include longer video retention times, and wireless systems providing superior image At ASIS 2012 OnSSI is sharing space with several third-party suppliers displaying solutions to enrich and expand the integration choices for Ocularis customers. OnSSI often collaborates with third-party technology providers to complement the functionality of the Ocularis open-architecture, intelligent IP video platform with additional integration options and capabilities....

KeyWatcher Illuminated System addresses all security issues related to key management and control Morse Watchmans is featuring the innovative KeyWatcher Illuminated key control and asset management solution at ASIS 2012, highlighting the ability to ensure keys, credit cards and other valuable items are easily accessible to authorized users – and secure and accounted for when not in use. The industry-leading KeyWatcher Illuminated system addresses all security issues rel...

Morse Watchmans announces the addition of faster and more flexible email notification functionality to its powerful enterprise-level KeyWatcher® Touch key control and asset management system. Advanced features of KeyWatcher Touch also include the ability to integrate multiple locations, with common usage of databases and programming for a true enterprise-wide solution; KeyAnywhere which allows the return of any key to any KeyWatcher cabinet in the system; and KeyFind to quickly locate a...

ASIS 2012 showcases network flexibility of KeyWatcher Illuminated and KeyWatcher Touch systems Morse Watchmans' new booth at ASIS 2012 highlights the latest innovations in the company's line of key control and asset management systems. Reflected in the new booth design, layout of the corporate website and revised collateral materials, the company's new branding emphasises expanded technology and integration capabilities. The all-new ASIS 2012 exhibit will feature the KeyWatch...

Ingersoll Rand will host on Sep 11 at the Pennsylvania Convention Center Building on its successful on-the-road training events held in more than 20 cities across the U.S., Ingersoll Rand will bring its smart technologies training session to ASIS, beginning Sept. 11 at 8:00 a.m. in Room # 120B at the Pennsylvania Convention Center (PCC). The two hour Electronic Access Control Learning Event consists of comprehensive technology and product training, including a kick-off from In...

CloudPass has been designed specifically for government agencies to provide maximized security Brivo Systems LLC, leader in cloud applications for security management, announced the introduction of its newest software product, CloudPass, a Physical Access Control System (PACS) designed to assist federal government agencies in meeting Homeland Security Presidential Directive 12 (HSPD-12) with a solution that also enables them to transition simply and economically to the cloud....

CNL Software, a world leader in Physical Security Information Management (PSIM) software, is pleased to announce the release of a number of new key integrations for its PSIM software, IPSecurityCenter. IPSecurityCenter already integrates with some of biggest names in security systems in the world, including access control, video management, geospatial information systems, video analytics, perimeter detection systems and a host of other technologies. The latest additions to the IPSecurityCenter...

IdentiSys is North America's largest sales and service integrator of identification and access control systems IdentiSys Inc., North America’s largest sales and service integrator of identification, card issuance, emergency response and access control/CCTV security systems, recently announced the acquisition of the Identification, Security and Presentation Divisions of Mountainland Business Systems, headquartered in Salt Lake City, UT, with additional offices in Idaho, O...

HID will also demonstrate its suite of technologies, products and services at ASIS 2012 HID Global, trusted leader in solutions for the delivery of secure identity, recently announced it will showcase its comprehensive range of breakthrough innovations to create, use and manage secure identity at next week’s ASIS International 2012 in Philadelphia. In addition to announcing the latest additions to its award-winning iCLASS SE® platform that provides the highest level...

Videx, Inc., the leader in the design and manufacturing of electronic access control systems, is proud to announce the release of its new CyberKey smart key.The CyberKey II is a programmable smart key that operates as part of the CyberLock access control system. The CyberKey II electronic key serves as an authorising credential within the CyberLock system. It contains a rechargeable battery that powers the key and energises the electronic lock cylinder when the two devices make contact. Each ke...

MOBOTIX AG, a leading manufacturer of digital high-resolution, network-based video security systems is endorsing the launch of RemoteGUARD, Europe’s first Secure Remote Monitoring Solution designed exclusively to help MOBOTIX channel partners deliver enhanced security services.    Developed by IPX Support Services Limited, RemoteGUARD Europe offers a high-resolution remote security solution to protect staff, customers and premises. Using a highly customisable policy engine, Rem...

In existence since the late 1930s, the Trenton Housing Authority (THA) provides decent and affordable housing for low and moderate-income residents throughout the city of Trenton, New Jersey, USA. Its mission is to provide safe and sanitary housing for residents and to lead them toward self-sufficiency. For the past 30 years, the THA has served nearly 2,000 households. Today, the THA is an autonomous body that is chartered by the State of New Jersey, partially funded by the federa...

Videx's three key vaults include: Cyberkey Vault 1, Cyberkey Vault 20 FX and CyberKey Vault WR Videx, Inc., the leader in the design and manufacturing of key-centric electronic access control (EAC) systems, offers intelligent key cabinets for secure storage and management of electronic smart keys. Videx offers three robust key vaults; the CyberKey Vault 1, CyberKey Vault 20 FX, and CyberKey Vault WR. Smart keys stored in the vaults are unprogrammed until an authorized user pr...

Winners will be drawn daily from those who complete the G4S Puzzle Game at the ASIS 2012 G4S, a global provider of integrated security solutions will give away iPads to 10 attendees at the ASIS 2012 show. Winners will be drawn daily from those who complete the G4S Puzzle Game at the ASIS International 58th Annual Seminar and Exhibits in Philadelphia. “Our iPad promotion at ASIS has proven itself to be a fun way to educate attendees about G4S and the broad range of produ...

Innometriks will demonstrate its Rhino reader which utilizes Lumidigm fingerprint biometrics Lumidigm recently announced that Innometriks Inc. will showcase Lumidigm multispectral imaging capabilities at the ASIS security convention in Philadelphia September 10-12, 2012. At booth #2663, Innometriks will be demonstrating its Rhino reader which utilizes Lumidigm fingerprint biometrics to handle high security authentication applications in extreme weather and rough environments....

A10 Networks, the technology leader in Application Networking, recently announced a new trial version of its SoftAX virtual machine (VM). SoftAX is a software-based AX Series Application Delivery Controller (ADC) with the same full range of Layer 4-7 load balancing, application acceleration and security features, helping customers and cloud providers to rapidly build cloud environments and deploy as needed based on demand. With SoftAX, which can be installed on commodity hardware atop a hypervis...

Genetec announced a number of strategic hires to further position the business for growth Genetec, a pioneer in the physical security industry and a leading provider of world-class unified IP security solutions, announced a number of strategic hires and changes that have been made to the organization in recent quarters to further position the business for growth. Stephan Kaiser, who was previously Genetec's North American Director of Sales, will now head the Company’s L...

Previously, Giordano served in executive business development and marketing roles for Schneider Electric Opengear, a leading provider of next generation remote management solutions, recently announced the appointment of Vincent J. Giordano as vice president of Worldwide Business Development and Strategy. A senior executive with more than 20 years of experience, Giordano joins Opengear after serving in previous executive business development, sales and marketing roles for Schne...

RDL Comunicações, Ltd., a São Paulo-based Wireless Internet Service Provider (WISP), was preparing a large-scale wireless broadband rollout to deploy broadband service to 10 rural cities and need to find a solution with an ideal balance of high-performance and cost-effectiveness. After evaluating solutions, RDL deployed Proxim's unlicensed WiMAX and wireless backhaul technology to enable broadband service in 10 cities throughout Brazil. Utilising a combination of Proxim's T...

Genetec's Security Center blends license plate recognition, video surveillance and access control into one platform At the upcoming ASIS trade show and conference on booth #3514, Genetec, a pioneer in the physical security industry and a leading provider of world-class unified IP security solutions, will showcase the latest advances in its unified security platform, Security Center, which blends license plate recognition (LPR), video surveillance and access control into one ea...

The new version of Ocularis, OnSSI’s flagship surveillance and security platform, focuses on system-wide administration and optimized hardware utilisation. The new version of Ocularis introduces automatic licensing, a huge time-saver for system administrators and overall cost-saver. Now, the system administrator is free to connect and replace cameras – which are immediately fully operational – whenever convenient. System-wide administration is further enhanced with a brand-new...

Leading video surveillance and remote monitoring company mobiDEOS Inc. is bringing its MobileCamViewer mobile surveillance application to new consumer tablet devices as the rising technology catches on with more users. mobiDEOS was among the first companies to bring mobile surveillance to tablet users, launching MobileCamViewer for the iPad and Android tablets over the past several years. The company is now among the first to offer the technology to the Amazon Kindle Fire and Barnes & Noble...

Fluidmesh Networks and Talk-A-Phone Co. will provide an integrated wireless solution Fluidmesh Networks, a leader in wireless IP backbone systems, has partnered with Talk-A-Phone Co., a leading supplier of emergency communications and mass notification solutions, to provide an integrated wireless solution for its VOIP-500 Series phones and WEBS mass notification systems. “Now you can have the same Talk-A-Phone experience anywhere,” commented Alek Kireyenka, market...

Nine use cases will be demonstrated at ASIS 2012, including automatic discovery of equipment and systems Leading security vendors will demonstrate the interoperability of their PSIA-compliant systems, including access control, intrusion detection, video, analytics and storage and physical security information management (PSIM), at ASIS 2012. At least nine use cases based on new and existing PSIA specifications will be demonstrated at ASIS 2012, including automatic discovery o...

The report states that integrators can remainprofitable if they focus on increasing serviceand maintenance revenue As dark economic clouds continue to linger across the world, how can building automation integrators guarantee future success? A recent report from IMS Research (recently acquired by IHS Inc. (NYSE:IHS)), states if integrators focus on increasing service and maintenance revenue they can remain profitable despite the economic conditions. The IMS Research repor...

SIA's PIV Working Group proposed improvements to make the PIV card more usable Recently, the Security Industry Association (SIA) submitted important new comments to NIST regarding the revised draft of FIPS 201-2, the standard for Personal Identity Verification (PIV). SIA’s PIV Working Group contributed comments and proposed improvements to make the PIV card more usable in physical access control applications, especially those that address the high security objectives of...