Access Control News

The Tailgate Detector offers an enhanced security solution Luxembourg-based sensing specialist IEE has won the GSN Homeland Security Award for its Tailgate Detector, an innovative access control solution based on 3D technology. The award was issued by Government Security News (GSN), a leading US industry publication featuring content concerning physical, IT and homeland security. IEE’s Tailgate Detector won for Best Physical Security Authentication/ Identification Syste...

 Ohio University in Athens installed Morse Watchmans' key management solution to six KeyWatcher® cabinets The scalability of the Morse Watchmans' key management solution installed at Ohio University in Athens has enabled security management to add six KeyWatcher® cabinets to their system. The expansion allows for all of the key control cabinets to be on the school's IT network for ease of management, efficiency and security."I was comfortable with the user-friendly interfa...

 Falcon® Series is a compact high speed unit with a receiver, camera and programmable lens module In Ecuador, crime was growing in remote parts of the country where men in uniform were not properly armed for surveillance. The Government of Ecuador realized they were not only increasing their unsolved crimes, but it was also costing them more money to have post-crime actions than to invest in an established preventive measure.The problem was by no means easy. They needed to have the nece...

 Oncam IPC conceal-mounting 360° IP camera that ensures the security of the passengers at the cruise ship Among the security cameras in the robust Allure of the Seas' surveillance network, there are more than 300  Oncam IP 360° 5-megapixel cameras, many situated in public areas of the ship with multiple entrances, enabling simultaneous monitoring of all those entrances. When Royal Caribbean International's newest cruise ship, Allure of the Seas' set its voya...

 Honeywell will work in alliance with other security and IT manufacturers to integrate its IP cameras and systems Honeywell announced it is developing new strategic relationships with security manufacturers to increase interoperability among third-party IP systems. Earlier this year, the company formed the Honeywell Open Technology Alliance, dedicated to sharing IP technology and forging effective collaborations. Alliance members include Arquero, IProNet, Milestone Systems, Sureview Sy...

Security from Siemens is at the heart of an integrated solution for Montenegro's most exclusive hotel.  The Hotel Splendid Conference & Spa Resort in Becici near Budva required a complete security and communication package from a single source, with Siemens selected for what proved to be a challenging project. The hotel belongs to the Montenegro Stars hotel group - the first five-star hotel in the country and among the most exclusive in the entire region. It was erected on the site of...

 From left to right Klaus U. Klosa, Gholam Sheibani, Jan van der Sluis, Philippe Spuehler, Hanspeter Kuendig and Dr. Otto EggimannIncreased offering of advanced integrated solutions for physical and logical access solutions from Unisys based on LEGIC advant technology.Unisys and LEGIC have agreed on an expansion of their business partnership. Based on the successful collaboration over the last two years, Unisys a leading IT service provider will now offer LEGIC based solutions for personal...

 Baylor Medical Center at Uptown in Dallas, Texas is being secured by CEM's security management systemCEM Systems, part of Tyco Security Products, announced today that the CEM AC2000 Lite security management system has been selected by Access Technology Systems to secure the Baylor Medical Center at Uptown located in Dallas, Texas.    Baylor Medical Center at Uptown is a state-of-the-art surgical hospital opening in the Dallas Uptown area in January 2011.  Specialti...

Sony Corporation, Bosch Security Systems and Axis Communications joined together to form ONVIF First launched in 2008 with the aim of facilitating the development and use of a global open standard for the interface of network video products, in just two years the Open Network Video Interface Forum (ONVIF) has made great strides ahead. Now with over 240 members, at the recent Security Essen exhibition ONVIF showcased its latest open-protocol products and outlined plans for furt...

Genetec had the opportunity to work with West Edmonton Mall on a major access control system upgrade with their Synergis solution. The West Edmonton mall is one of North America's largest shopping and entertainment centres and is Alberta's number one tourist attraction. It is home to over 800 stores and services, 100 eating establishments and nine amusement parks and attractions.With the completion of the initial phase of the upgrade, the security staff at WEM use Synergis to protect over 70 doo...

LCD access control readers from PaxtonPaxton Access Inc is the US Sales and Marketing arm of Paxton Ltd, the internationally developing British manufacturer of access control systems. They have recently joined forces with Martco, one of the largest and most dedicated providers of security and surveillance equipment in the US. Martco has over 50 years of industry experience. Their reputation as a highly trusted and respected distributor within the security industry makes them the perfect ass...

Mr. Nash joins Genetec, a pioneer in the physical security industry, as COO Genetec, a pioneer in the physical security industry and a provider of world-class IP security solutions, is proud to announce that Bill Nash has joined Genetec in the role of Chief Operating Officer (COO). Mr. Nash will augment Genetec's existing executive team with his experience in successfully mentoring fast-growing high tech companies and he will help formulate policies and procedures needed to proactively manage th...

The Innovation Prize is the third award the Tailgate Detector has received this year Luxembourg-based sensing specialist IEE has won the Fedil Innovation Prize in the category Business Development for its Tailgate Detector, an innovative access control solution based on 3D sensing technology. The Business Federation Luxembourg Fedil issued the award at a ceremony held on Wednesday, 24 November 2010 at the Chamber of Commerce in Luxembourg, and which took place in the presence...

Mission 500 is also hosting its second 5K charity run at ISC West on April 7, 2011Mission 500, a non-profit initiative focusing on the security industry and dedicated to serving the needs of children and communities in crisis, is seeking candidates for the 2011 "Mission 500 Humanitarian Award". The Award will be presented at a special cocktail reception on April 6, 2011 during ISC West in Las Vegas.The purpose of the Mission 500 Humanitarian Award is to honor individuals in the securit...

The Brownyard Award is presented to a security professional to honor heroism in the execution of dutiesIgor Kovacevic, a G4S Custom Protection Officer® who extinguished a hotel fire in Memphis and helped to evacuate 130 occupants safely, has received the Brownyard Award for Meritorious Service presented at the ASIS Foundation Dinner on October 14 in Dallas, Texas. Each year, the Brownyard Award is presented to a security professional to honor heroism in the execution of his or her duties. Mr...

The University has implemented stringent BACnet compatibility standards including intrinsic alarmingLong-time commitment to integration supports university's current and future goalsThe expressed goal of the University of Minnesota and a challenge handed down by its president is to become one of the top three publicly funded research institutions in the world. That challenge impacts every department within the University including Facilities Management which strives to be efficient, effective an...

Johnson Controls developed a plan to renovate the city's ageing schools and improve security district-wideDistrict aims at creating equitable academic environmentsThe Buffalo School District is regarded as a premiere urban school system in New York State. One of the District's beliefs is that all of its schools should be safe, equitable and flexible. Driven by this belief, the District embarked on a $1.4 billion, district-wide project to modernise its facilities and equipment and create more saf...

Q1 Labs' extensive customer base has contributed to its outstanding revenue increaseQ1 Labs, the global provider of total security intelligence solutions, announced that its revenue has continued to increase at a rapid rate, achieving 98 percent growth in Q3 2010 over Q3 2009. Contributing to this outstanding revenue increase is the company's extensive customer base: Q1 Labs now has more than 1400 customers worldwide, and is continuing to drive the worldwide adoption of SIEM solutions and Securi...

 Aimetis has catapulted the technology of IP video management and video analyticsAimetis Corp., a global leader in intelligent IP video management software, announced that Axis Communications has named it North Asia ADP of the Year at the Axis Partner Summit 2010 in Shanghai, China.Axis' North Asia region encompasses China, Korea, Taiwan and Japan. Axis' ADP programme assists software developers in fully integrating Axis network video products in end-user solutions, by providing application...

Honeywell has announced that SureView Systems has joined the Honeywell Open Technology Alliance, a collaboration that allows Honeywell to work with other manufacturers to share and integrate technology using open architecture and standards. The collaboration offers integration between Honeywell's WIN-PAK™ Pro Central Station access control software and the SureView Immix® software. Immix offers an additional level of security management to t...

PegaSys is the latest wireless intelligent access control solution from Ingersoll RandIngersoll Rand is delighted to announce that  NT Security has been granted Approved Installer status for its PegaSys Intelligent Access Control System. The Kent-based company will support the specification of the new PegaSys Intelligent Access Control System, create quotations, supply and install systems and provide after-sales service, support and maintenance for the South East of England.PegaSys, the lat...

Facial recognition is used for people who are subscribed into a Self-Exclusion Programme for problem gamblingLumenera cameras deployed for facial recognition applications in challenging environmentsLumenera has deployed several surveillance cameras into casinos across North America. These cameras have been greatly beneficial in facial recognition technology due to advanced features such as high dynamic range, low light sensitivity, and easy installation and set-up.Facial recognition is...

 G4S has been selected to create a secure working environment in New York's International Gem TowerG4S, a world leader in integrated security solutions, has been retained to design and deploy the security infrastructure for the International Gem Tower (IGT) currently under construction in New York's Diamond District. Looking to re-define how business is done in New York and the global diamond and jewellery marketplace, IGT developer, Extell Development Company, hired G4S to create a secure...

ALAS was formed to raise the level of professionalism in the Latin American security marketThe Global Security Industry Alliance has announced that the Latin American Security Association (ALAS) has joined the organization.The alliance, also known as GSIA, is a coalition of security trade associations from several nations that aims to build and maintain an international resource network dedicated to the advancement of international technology standards, productive trade policies, education and...

IPSA is also in discussion with purchasers of security servicesThe International Professional Security Association (IPSA) welcomes the Government decision to retain licensing in the security industry, albeit with some changes as to how it is to be regulated. Indeed, as disclosures in the press show, the Government has had a change of heart on licensing, with in some cases press releases changing by the hour, and the industry can be proud of what it has achieved in recent weeks. On behalf of its...

The GSA division audited Delta's business practices with the US Government under GSA contract GS07F9982H For the second consecutive year Delta Scientific Corporation has been ranked Exceptional by the US Government, GSA division following their annual audit of Delta's business practices with the US Government under GSA contract GS07F9982H. The categories cover business practices, products, product support, project completions, warranty support and more.

 The pending acquisition targets accelerating requirements for converged access control solutionsHID Global, trusted leader in solutions for the delivery of secure identity, announced that parent company ASSA ABLOY has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire ActivIdentity, a global leader in strong authentication and credential management. The acquisition will widen the scope of HID Global's security industry leadership with incremental capabilities focused on the convergence of...

 Johnson Controls global headquarters holds bright prospects for LEED Platinum certification on expansionA growing number of companies increasingly measure their performance using the triple bottom line indicators of economic, social and environmental impact. Johnson Controls, Inc. demonstrates these values in its products and services, and the construction and expansion of its headquarters campus in Glendale, Wisconsin is providing a showcase for its efforts. Johnson Controls wil...

Independent oversight is key to maintaining public confidence in the private security industryThe British Security Industry Association (BSIA) has called for the Home Secretary to carefully consider the implications of the rumoured abolition of theSecurity Industry Authority (SIA), following recent speculation in the press that the security industry regulator is about to be scrapped. In a letter to Theresa May MP, BSIA Chief Executive, James Kelly, appeals for the Home Office to engage with the...

Extravision specialises in security solutions for military and institutional customers in CanadaHoneywell announced it has selected Extravision Vidéo Technologies Inc. as a Honeywell Authorized Dealer for Commercial Security Systems. The programme will provide support services for the Trois-Rivières, Québec, Canada-based firm, which specialises in designing security systems for military and institutional facilities, as well as utilities. Having served several Canadian g...