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The certification allows security staff to access Traka intelligent locker systems through OnGuard cardholder credentials Traka, a leading developer of intelligent key and asset management solutions around the world, announced recently that following testing of its Key Control and Locker Solutions with Lenel OnGuard 2012 and OnGuard 2013, it has been officially Lenel-certified as an OpenAccess Alliance Program (OAAP) partner for those solutions. Lenel, a market leader in integ...

BCDVideo announced that all manufactured Access Control and IP Video Recording Servers will feature an embedded recovery module. This technology allows the system to restore the server to the original BCDVideo factory image in cases of disaster recovery. The new feature, called SMARTrecovery, eliminates the customer’s need to search for restore media and allows technicians to easily walk through the recovery process remotely, with no need for an onsite technician. “This is just anoth...

The acquisition will provide a robust platform for integrated offerings Datacard Group, the industry’s best-selling brand of secure identification and card personalisation solutions, has entered into an agreement to acquire Entrust, Inc., a leader in securing digital identities and information and a Thoma Bravo LLC portfolio company. The acquisition builds on the strengths of each company to enable its customers and partners to deliver better services in highly connected...

Nelson has more than 20 years of practical experience in accounting and finance Identive will move its corporate finance activities from its Europe hub in Ismaning, Germany to its corporate headquarters in California as part of its continuing efforts to simplify its business operations. Along with this move, Brian Nelson has been appointed chief financial officer and secretary of the company, effective December 20, 2013. Nelson is based in California and replaces David Wear, w...

AMAG Technology’s Senior Systems Design Architect Adam Shane was selected as one of three top contributors AMAG Technology’s Senior Systems Design Architect, Adam Shane, was selected as one of three Top Contributors for the Smart Card Alliance Access Control Council for 2013. His leadership, time and input have contributed to the success of the council, and he was recognised at the Smart Card Alliance gala award dinner in Coral Gables, Florida on December 9, 2013....

More than 900 fixed and PTZ video surveillance cameras are installed throughout the GHS locations Upgrading the video surveillance and physical security system of a multi-building, multi-campus medical facility to state of the art status takes more than simply adding or changing equipment. It takes ingenuity and perseverance from the client, combined with experienced technology partners who can provide quality products and services that enable the client’s vision to beco...

Bryan has been with VTI since 1996, first serving as the President of Loss Control Solutions VideoTronix, Incorporated dba VTI Security announces that Bryan Viau has been promoted to Chief Operating Officer, effective September 1, 2013. Bryan has been with VTI since 1996, first serving as the President of Loss Control Solutions, a subsidiary software company, until its sale in 2003. Since becoming Executive Vice President of VTI, he has been the driving force behind building...

The SharpEye solid-state radar allows authorities to control the area Kelvin Hughes, a world leader in the design and supply of navigation and surveillance systems, is delighted to announce the permanent installation of an S-Band SharpEye radar and antenna on Christmas Island in the Indian Ocean. An Australian territory, located 2,600 kilometres northwest of Perth, Christmas Island has been regularly used by immigrants and asylum seekers as a pathway to obtaining refugee stat...

Dortronics Systems, Inc., the industry's leading provider of standard and custom finish access control products, has introduced a new communication-capable, fail-safe control system, ideal for public restroom applications. The 43211-CB Communicating Bathroom System provides power to operate most low voltage locking mechanisms including maglocks, strikes and electrified locksets, and is ideal for use in a two-door restroom facility such as those located in dormitories or healthcare facilities. E...

Sargent and Greenleaf, Inc. (S&G) announces that its recently released 2740B Electromechanical Combination Lock, the “Bravo” version of S&G’s Model 2740 GSA container lock designed to meet Federal Specification FF-L-2740B, has been approved by the U.S. General Services Administration (GSA) and is included on the organization’s updated Qualified Product List (QPL) for government agencies and qualified contractors.  This approval confirms that S&G’s...

AMAG Technology, an access control, IP video and intrusion detection (IDS) solution provider, is happy to announce that Video Insight is now a member of the Symmetry Extended Business Solutions Program as a Certified Partner. Video Insight has certified its Video Management Software (VMS) with AMAG’s Symmetry v7.0.1 Security Management System, which integrates the video management software with AMAG’s newest version of Symmetry access control software. AMAG and Video Insight cooperat...

Detex Corporation, an industry leader in the manufacture of life safety and security door hardware for commercial buildings, offers battery-powered alarm systems that guard against propping doors open. For educational facilities, the system assures that doors left open by mistake or intent won’t defeat the whole security system. The EAX-300 Door Prop Alarm can be field-set for door prop times ranging from one second to four minutes, with a 15-second default. After the time selected, a 100...

BRS Labs’ behavioral recognition technology operates seamlessly across multiple locations Behavioral Recognition Systems, Inc. (BRS Labs), creator of award-winning software that autonomously learns and alerts on unexpected behavior, recently announced that Keith Drummond has been hired as the company’s Executive Vice President of Sales. Mr. Drummond is a 20-year veteran of the technology industry, with a specific focus on growing sales revenue. Before joining BRS L...

Habitat for Humanity homes are sold to partner families and individuals at no profit AMAG Technology allocated November 20, 2013 to help Habitat for Humanity of Greater Los Angeles build a home in the LA community.  In addition to the company’s generous financial donation, all office employees invested a full day and worked together to help finish a home in Lynwood, California. AMAG Technology is an access control, IP video and intrusion management (IDS) solution pr...

Cubic pointed out to IDTechEx that Mifare for Mobile from NXP gives speed same as transportation card ticketing In the many interviews and research carried out for the new IDTechEx report "Near Field Communication (NFC) 2014-2024", considerable disagreement was commonplace. IDTechEx first issued a major report on this subject five years ago when there were concerns about deployment which is much less an issue today given the huge deployment of NFC-enabled mobile phones and tab...

The award recognises the security industry’s most innovative new products, services and solutions Norbain is pleased to announce that Remsdaq’s EntroStar and EntroWatch have won another industry award – “The ASIS 2013 Accolades Security’s Best Winner”. ASIS International, held during September 24-27 at McCormick Place in Chicago Illinois, is one of the leading organizations for security professionals worldwide. Each year it invites exhibito...

DVTEL, INC., the video surveillance solutions provider, announces integration of its powerful Latitude enterprise-class network video management system (NVMS) with the Symmetry security management platform by AMAG Technology, an access control, IP video and intrusion detection system provider. The integration expands the capabilities of both platforms, allowing joint customers to benefit from the integration of IP video surveillance and access control to gain new levels of situational awareness...

In a move designed to further the spread of de-facto standards and standards-based interoperability in the physical security industry and beyond, the Physical Security Interoperability Alliance (PSIA) recently released Version 2.0 of its industry-leading Area Control Specification. The PSIA also announced it is making the specification open and publicly available to all industry manufacturers in addition to PSIA member companies. Area Control 2.0 incorporates the PSIA’s Access Control and...

Napco’s residential and commercial courses focus on new attractive high-tech options for alarm companies Designed to provide dealer/integrators with the knowledge and tools needed to fuel new sales, incorporate more valuable services and add more residential and commercial accounts, free Napco training classes are available in the field with distributors, onsite or online as live webinars or archived video recordings, available 24/7. Each seminar provides an all-around a...

Napco is offering professional training and certification on the SAVI system Napco Security Technologies recently unveiled a new solution for the increasingly urgent problem of securing today’s schools. Since 1996, in the US schools system, 78 shootings have taken place, leaving 270 wounded and taking 306 lives. Only last week in Nevada, more deaths were sadly added to that number. Napco Security Technologies and its family of security-dedicated companies has developed a...

Alarm.com’s technology complements Tyco Security Products’ expertise in Interactive hardware solutions Tyco Security Products, part of Tyco, the world’s largest pure-play fire protection and security company, is pleased to announce a new global partnership with Alarm.com. Alarm.com is the leading technology provider for connected home services powering well over 1 million households.  With highly customized services that include interactive security, vi...

Providing a single interface to enable faster responses and improved situational security is just one of the benefits of the integration between OnSSI’s Ocularis video management software and Code Blue Corporation’s Help Point emergency communication devices. Bringing these two technologies together enables users to instantly and seamlessly manage video surveillance images, access control data, fire alerts and emergency communication. “Our clients want to have more control ove...

The zoo expanded CyberLock to other habitats and is using it to limit who has access to which animals Security in wildlife parks and zoos is important for the protection of not only the animals, but the employees and visitors, too. A west coast zoo in North America installed the CyberLock system in an effort to better manage access to habitats of dangerous animals, starting with the reptile exhibit. Even before CyberLock, enclosures housing venomous snakes have been marked wi...

The annual award will mark contributions to the life safety industry The Security Industry Association (SIA) recently announced the establishment of the Jay Hauhn Excellence in Partnerships Award. On Nov. 20, SIA hosted SIA Honors Night: Celebrating Performance, Partnerships and People in the Security Industry, its annual awards and charity dinner, held at The Lighthouse and Chelsea Piers in New York, N.Y. During the ceremony, SIA CEO Don Erickson unveiled the Jay Hauhn Excel...

2GIG by Linear, a leading developer of security and home automation systems, and Telguard, a provider of cellular alarm communications and interactive services, together announce that Telguard's HomeControl interactive solution for Go!Control panels is now available to security dealers. Fully integrated with the 2GIG Go!Control wireless panel, HomeControl gives users the ability to remotely arm and disarm their security system, and offers Z-Wave control and integrated video surveillance. For ad...

Securitron, an ASSA ABLOY Group company, is highlighting its new R100 Surface Mounted Wireless Reader with Aperio® technology within the Mobile Innovation Showroom (MIS) at the ASSA ABLOY booth 3559. The R100 is capable of mounting on glass, stone, granite or marble entryways, and significantly extends the reach and application of access control, when paired with a variety of hard-wired electromagnetic or electric locking devices. “The R100 is an aesthetically appealing choice for tho...

SARGENT was awarded for its BHW Trim and IN120 WiFi Access Control Lock, and McKinney for its new Square Barrel Hinge Recently at Greenbuild 2013, Architectural Products recognized the winners of its third annual Product Innovation Awards (PIAs). ASSA ABLOY Group brands SARGENT and McKinney were honored, with SARGENT taking home awards for its BHW Trim and IN120 WiFi Access Control Lock, and McKinney for its new Square Barrel Hinge. “Building on the success of last year...

AAC T-SAS system is an upgraded version of the TSM 2054 Side Scan Sonar, which is towed from both manned and unmanned vessels Advanced Acoustic Concepts (AAC), a joint venture between DRS Technologies and Thales, successfully demonstrated advanced mine-hunting capabilities with the US Navy during the 2013 Fleet Experimentation (FLEX) Unmanned Systems (UxS) Campaign. By towing the unmanned high resolution synthetic aperture sonar (T-SAS), the system detected all exercise mines...

Detex Corporation offers a special life safety and security system that helps retailers deter customers from entering stockrooms from the sales floor. During an emergency, the system also provides a life safety path through the stockroom for customers and employees. Certain high-security and retail applications require a combination of components, and the Stockroom Security System features a range of hardware designed for specific requirements. In addition, the system is scalable for more compl...

Kevin is a 15 year veteran of Linear, having previously served as engineering manager Linear LLC, leader in residential and commercial access control, security and health and wellness solutions, is proud to announce the appointment of Kevin Ward as product line manager in charge of garage door operators, gate operators, and telephone entry systems. Kevin is a 15 year veteran of Linear, having previously served as engineering manager in the company's Grand Rapids, MI location....