Access Control News

Galaxy Control Systems has released two new mobile apps that enhance the unique capabilities of the company’s powerful System Galaxy access control software solution. Each app is designed to provide users with greater control capabilities for common functions related to facilities and people from anywhere and at any time.   Convenient, Mobile Access Control Management “Given the growth of mobile technologies, users expect to be able to control their facilities and people from...

McCourt will help clients and prospects strategically align with broader Universal enterprise security solutions Universal Protection Service—a division of Universal Services of America—recently announced the addition of Mark McCourt, a security industry expert, as Vice President of Enterprise Security Services. In this newly created position on the national accounts/business development team, McCourt will help clients and prospects strategically align with bro...

Cognitec FaceVACS-VideoScan technology helps strengthen physical security measures in Macau casinos Cognitec’s highly specialized face recognition technology FaceVACS-VideoScan was selected to strengthen physical security measures in major Macau casinos by alerting security staff in real time about banned persons entering the premises. Cognitec Uses Advanced Face Recognition Technology In partnership with Melco Crown Entertainment, Cognitec supported the large-scal...

Ms. Carroll recommended measures of biometric identity authentication and liveness detection Representing the Security Industry Association (SIA) on Wednesday, Feb. 3, Kathleen Carroll, Vice President, Government Affairs, HID Global Corp., made recommendations to Congress to strengthen security credentials at U.S. airports. Use Of Biometric Authentication In testimony before the House Oversight and Government Reform Committee’s Subcommittee on Transportation and Public...

The ICPAM solution is a distributed intelligent premises access control solution Identiv, Inc. recently announced that it will present its networked physical access solution at Cisco Live! Berlin, Cisco Live! Melbourne, and Cisco Live! Las Vegas. Cisco Live! is Cisco's premier education and technical updating destination for IT professionals, customers, experts, and partners. Event: Cisco Live! Berlin Date: February 15 - 19, 2016 Where: Messe Berlin GmbH at booth E24 in Ber...

Pulse Secure, the leader in secure access solutions, recently announced enhancements to its core product portfolio to help organizations secure access to applications in the data center and the cloud. Upgrades to Pulse Connect Secure, Pulse Policy Secure and Pulse Workspace will help enterprises eliminate security silos without the need for additional administrative overhead and investments while increasing both productivity and the user experience for the next generation worker. Enterprises Fa...

The access control market grew at a pace of 10% in 2015, while Brivo’s revenue grew by 20% Brivo Inc., the worldwide leader in cloud-based physical access control systems, recently announced significant 2015 growth in demand for cloud-based access control solutions. Brivo’s momentum within the physical security industry was driven by the release of new integrations, Brivo Mobile Pass, and strategic channel partnerships. Growth In Access Control Market According t...

Keep monitors live, real-time events and pushes alarm or manual notifications out via email Feenics will display its award-winning Keep™ by Feenics cloud-hosted access control and security management system, now in its most powerful 15.3 software version, at ISC West in Las Vegas at booth 29093. The latest iteration has faster, real-time alarm management, increased functionality and enhanced scalability in the industry leading hosted security management solution. Monito...

Sohovich's IoT & technology experience will be an asset to CGI's connectivity strategy for integrated products The Chamberlain Group, Inc. (CGI), maker of LiftMaster® and Chamberlain® access control brands, announced recently that JoAnna Sohovich has been appointed CEO. “We are very excited about the strategic expertise JoAnna will provide our company,” said Craig Duchossois, CEO of CGI parent company The Duchossois Group. “Her background and val...

NC Rep. Price met with the Boon Edam management team to learn more about the company's access control solutions Boon Edam Inc., a global leader in security entrances and architectural revolving doors, was honored to receive a specially scheduled visit on Monday, February 1st by U.S. Congressman David E. Price, who represents the 4th District in North Carolina. The Congressman began his visit by meeting with the management team at Boon Edam to learn more about the company and...

Antaira Technologies is a global leading developer and manufacturer of industrial device networking and communication product solutions for harsh environments and is proud to announce its expansion in the industrial networking infrastructure family with the LMX-0802 series. Antaira’s new industrial managed Ethernet switch line (LMX-0802 series) has been designed to fulfill applications in harsh or outdoor environments. Some applications where the LMX-0802 switch works well in include: pow...

These key appointments are part of Viscount's strategy for strengthening management depth & growth Viscount Systems, Inc., a software company driving the convergence of physical and logical security solutions, announced recently the hiring of Yvonne Zheng as its Principal Financial Officer, and the promotion of Boris Margovskiy as the team’s Vice President of Operations.   Yvonne Zheng - Cost Control & Streamlined Business Strategy Yvonne Zh...

FlexPower Gemini RGM series and NetLink Network Communications Module are now tested and certified for cybersecurity capabilities LifeSafety Power, Inc. will highlight its industry leading network and IT-centric Smart Power Solutions during ISC West 2016 at booth 14121, including the dually listed Underwriters Laboratories (UL)/Underwriters Laboratories Canada (ULC) FlexPower® Gemini RGM series and its premier NetLink™ Network Communications Module, now tested and ce...

Huitt’s role on the board will allow him greater influence on CPSG’s long-term strategic vision Controlled Products Systems Group (CPSG) announced recently the appointment of Brian Huitt, CEO, to the additional role of Chairman of the Board. Huitt has 25 years of experience in the industry and co-founded a division of CPSG. His role on the board will allow him greater influence on the company’s long-term strategic vision. Additionally, Ross Porter was named...

Matrix COSEC PANEL LITE is a standalone access control solution, ideal for SMB and SME units where door controllers are connected to a small panel on the Ethernet. It does not require any kind of software installation. This small panel manages up to 25,000 users and 255 door controllers, and provide all advance access control features required for fool proof security. Standalone access control solution enhances security, improves security, simplifies installation and improves reliability require...

As a certified partner, Farpointe’s Ranger long-range readers and transmitters integrate with AMAG’s Symmetry Access Control AMAG Technology, an integrated security provider of access control, video management and identity management solutions, is proud to announce that Farpointe Data is a certified member of AMAG’s Symmetry™ Preferred Partner Program. As a certified partner, Farpointe Data’s Ranger® Long-Range Readers and Transmitters integra...

New from Alarm Lock, a division of NAPCO Security Technologies, the Trilogy® T2 DL2700LD with LocDown™ is ideal for K-12 school and campus security. This standalone wireless keyless digital access lock includes a lock-down keyfob, while the lock’s bright visual lockdown indicator bar on the inner door, confirms it was locked down. Using convenient digital PIN codes, the wireless standalone lock, features rugged Grade 1 durability, and can be installed in under an hour, neatly, af...

S2 Security, the leader in IP-based access control, video management and mobile security management systems, recently introduced S2 MicroNode Plus, the company’s latest two-reader panel for S2 NetBox series web-based access control and event monitoring systems. New product features include a Power over Ethernet Plus (PoE+) power option, storage for up to 150,000 cardholder credentials, and faster processing. “S2 Security routinely updates its hardware products to reflect compelling...

Onity, a leading provider of electronic locks for more than 30 years, has launched Qing® Solutions, an innovative, new wearable device that enables hospitality and cruise ship guests to make payments and access their rooms and other access-controlled spaces from a smart bracelet. Wearable Payment & Access Control Technology Designed to enhance the guest experience and provide hotels and resorts with an advanced and effective way to increase customer satisfaction and loyalty, Onity&rsqu...

As part of Connected Security Expo event, PSA will help further bridge the gap between IT and physical security PSA Security Network, the world’s largest electronic security cooperative recently announced it will be a key sponsor and content collaborator at the Connected Security Expo @ ISC West. The conference led event will debut April 6-8, 2016 in Las Vegas and will be co-located with the largest physical security event in the Americas, ISC West. PSA Security Network...

ZKAccess, a global manufacturer of biometric and radio frequency identification devices (RFID), and Processing Point, Inc., the market leader of cloud-based products and services for small to mid-size businesses, have partnered to provide an affordable line of cutting-edge biometric fingerprint door locks to small business owners and home office users, alike. uGuardian™, the new rugged line of biometric fingerprint door locks by Processing Point, includes advanced fingerprint security, si...

LifeSafety Power, Inc. has furthered its commitment to providing a completely listed enclosure to the security industry, now offering the Underwriters Laboratories Canada (ULC) listing in addition to the UL Listing for the Americas obtained in 2015 for its Mercury Security access control hardware solution. UL/ULC-Listed Enclosures Mercury Security and LifeSafety Power now offer the systems integration community one of the first dually UL/ULC-Listed enclosures that includes system power, lock p...

IFSEC International 2016 will be a strategically significant platform to present current technologies and research In 2016 IFSEC International, Europe’s largest security exhibition, will feature a dedicated Smart Zone, comprising a replica ‘smart home’ fitted out with the latest home automation innovations from top exhibitors including Y3K, Lilin and Control 4. Taking place at London’s ExCeL from 21-23 June, IFSEC International 2016 will be a strategica...

The report forecasts strong growth for security doors and booths until 2019 A recent IHS report on the pedestrian security entrance market for the period of 2012 to 2014 established Boon Edam as the market leader by a considerably wide margin in the Americas. The winning category covers “Pedestrian Entrance Control Equipment” and includes all types of security doors, turnstiles, and gates. Strong Gains In Share The report displays an increase of essentially 7% fo...

The Industry Advisory Board is currently finalizing the Connected Security Conference program The Connected Security Expo @ ISC West, sponsored by SIA, announced its Conference Advisory Board, which is working side by side with Show Management to create unique and timely content for the event’s first edition slated to take place in April. Connected Security Expo is a conference led event, taking place alongside of ISC West (April 6-8, 2016 at the Sands Expo in Las Vegas...

ISONAS empowers security integrators to successfully implement Pure IP access control technology ISONAS Inc., a leading pure IP access control system manufacturer, recently announced the launch of the ISONAS Certified Integrator Program and free online training. ISONAS is empowering security integrators nationwide to successfully implement Pure IP Access Control technology and provide a better experience for customers with a faster installation process. Certified Integrator B...

The combined company will be known as Johnson Controls plc and it forecasts revenues of $32 billion in 2016 Johnson Controls and Tyco International announced this week plans to merge, with the deal expected to close at the end of 2016. The deal is still subject to approvals by regulators and shareholders. The combined company will be known as Johnson Controls plc and it forecasts revenues of $32 billion in 2016. Johnson Controls is a large industrial company with 130,000 empl...

Johnson Controls and Tyco announced that they have entered into a definitive merger agreement under which Johnson Controls, a global multi-industrial company, will combine with Tyco, a global fire and security provider, to create the leader in building products and technology, integrated solutions and energy storage. Under the terms of the agreement, which has been unanimously approved by both companies' Boards of Directors, Johnson Controls shareholders will own approximately 56 percent o...

The Khipu and Pulse Secure integration helps public sector customers simplify management and improve security Khipu Networks, an award winning Cyber Security Company has integrated support for Pulse Secure Next Generation Secure Access solutions within its KARMA pro-active monitoring service currently used by a growing number of private and public sector organizations to help simplify the delivery of support and managed IT services. Khipu Automated Remote Monitoring Applicati...

Bromium will deliver zero-day protection and forensic threat analysis to businesses and governments worldwide Bromium®, Inc., the pioneer of threat isolation to prevent data breaches, and NTT Com Security, a global information security and risk management organization, recently announced a strategic global partnership to deliver Bromium’s complete endpoint protection solution to businesses and governments worldwide, delivering zero-day protection and forensic thr...