Access Control News

Sensor specialist HENSOLDT is providing massive support for the German ‘European Sky Shield Initiative’ ESSI: As part of an order from Diehl Defense worth more than 100 million euros, HENSOLDT is supplying its high-performance TRML-4D radars, including a maintenance and training package, to Latvia and Slovenia. The radars will be deployed in the two ESSI countries as part of the IRIS-T SLM air defense system. This means that HENSOLDT currently has more than 80 air defense radars of...

Xesar is simply versatile. With the smartphone as an additional access medium, Xesar is now becoming even more versatile in its range of solutions and remains very simple to use. Authorizations and their changes are sent directly from the management software to iOS or Android smartphones by SMS.  There is no need to write access media via the coding station and a physical handover – this saves resources and streamlines the processes. Xesar app The Xesar app is clearly...

Innodisk, a pioneering global AI solution provider, has officially inaugurated Phase II of its R&D and production center in Yilan, Taiwan. In response to the massive market demand driven by the edge AI wave, Innodisk has transformed the manufacturing plant into the group's AI core base. With the increased production capacity, Innodisk is ready to collaborate with global clients to deploy edge AI solutions. At the same time, Innodisk is also inviting global tech talent to join its teams arou...

NSI-approved companies had an impressive presence among the finalists and winners at this year’s British Security Awards which took place on 3rd July at the Royal Lancaster Hotel in London. The prestigious annual ceremony, organized by the British Security Industry Association (BSIA), celebrates the achievements, acts of bravery and innovations by BSIA members and prospective members in the security systems and guarding services sectors. Highest standards of excellence  As a long-...

Delvitech, a pioneer in 3D automated optical inspection for assembled printed circuit boards leveraging artificial intelligence, has joined forces with Eurotech, a global innovator in ultra-high-performance Edge AI Computers, to revolutionize quality control technology. Delvitech's patented integrated optical inspection technology, designed to collect comprehensive data to drive neural networks in optical inspection, gains crucial support from Eurotech's hardware. This collaboration boosts...

Environmental, social, and corporate governance (ESG) increasingly impacts how brands are perceived by customers. As such, ESG plays an ever more important role in maintaining customer loyalty and providing businesses with investment prospects. Indeed, more than 60% of customers are now basing their purchasing decisions on how sustainable and ethical a brand is, and this is growing by 10% every year, according to consultancy PwC. Having strong ESG practices in place will benefit many aspects of...

Red Lion, a manufacturer of innovative technologies that empower industrial organizations to access, connect and visualize their data, is pleased to announce the launch of N-Tron® NT116 unmanaged industrial Ethernet switch, designed for industrial applications needing dependable performance for mission-critical applications under harsh conditions. The NT116 unmanaged switch offers exceptional reliability and performance for data acquisition, Ethernet I/O and process control. Compact in size...

Doordeck, a cloud-based access control software company, has joined the Board of the PSIA. The company has an innovative product that enables smartphone NFC keyless entry for buildings, regardless of which access control system is installed. The company, based in London, England, was established in 2015, and its products and services have been integrated into buildings throughout the world. It is a subsidiary of Sentry Interactive of Austin, Texas. “Our company is very excited to be joini...

Valsoft Corporation Inc., a Canadian company specializing in the acquisition and development of vertical market software businesses, is pleased to announce the acquisition of Asher Group, a pioneering provider of scalable communications for emergency management agencies and cutting-edge human resources solutions. Founded in 1995, Asher focuses on the intersection of communication and computing technology, most notably with the development of Hyper-Reach. The Hyper-Reach platform enables hundred...

Smiths Detection, a global pioneer in threat detection and security screening technologies, announces that it is partnering with Flughafen Zürich AG (Zurich Airport) to trial the use of the industry-pioneering HI-SCAN 6040 CTiX Model S carry-on baggage X-ray scanners and the iLane A20 ATRS, the smart automatic tray return system, at two security lanes in the airport. The 3D images produced by Smiths Detection’s HI-SCAN 6040 CTiX will allow some of Zurich’s 2.7 million...

Motorola Solutions has acquired Noggin, a global provider of cloud-based business continuity planning, operational resilience and critical event management (CEM) software. The company is headquartered in Sydney, Australia, with a global footprint of customers. Noggin’s software helps enterprises and critical infrastructure anticipate, prepare for and efficiently respond to incidents. The company’s integrated platform offers flexible workflows and checklists, built-in maps and s...

HID, a worldwide pioneer in trusted identity solutions, announces the availability of the new HID® Signo™ Mechanical Keypad Reader 40T, engineered to offer high performance in harsh and challenging environments where the weather is wet or cold and visibility is low.  The new reader has a robust IP-65 rated construction meaning the electrical components are dustproof and watertight along with a traditional mechanical push button keypad to make it easy to use when wearing gloves or...

Ajax Systems, Europe’s largest security systems manufacturer, and Yale, the smart home security solutions provider, are expanding their partnership to 30 additional countries. This announcement builds on the initial partnership revealed earlier in 2024, which has already seen successful implementations in several countries. Originally rolled out in five European countries, the integration is currently available to users and businesses in many more markets. Countries that support the inte...

Zimperium, a global pioneer in mobile security, is thrilled to announce the appointment of Michael Williams as the new Chief Marketing Officer (CMO). With an illustrious career spanning over two decades in cybersecurity marketing, Michael brings a wealth of experience and a proven track record of driving growth and innovation. Michael Williams joins Zimperium from KnowBe4, the world pioneer in security awareness training, where as CMO he helped lead the company through a successful IPO and acqu...

HID, a worldwide pioneer in trusted identity solutions, announces the availability of the new HID® Signo™ Mechanical Keypad Reader 40T, engineered to offer high performance in harsh and challenging environments where the weather is wet or cold and visibility is low.  The new reader has a robust IP-65 rated construction – meaning the electrical components are dustproof and watertight – along with a traditional mechanical push button keypad to make it easy to use when w...

Global technology provider Arrow Electronics announced a new distribution agreement with digital infrastructure company Equinix. This strategic collaboration will enable Arrow channel partners to resell Equinix services as part of integrated solutions aimed at network optimization, hybrid multi-cloud enablement, and enhanced application workload performance. They can now position and invoice Equinix services on a monthly recurring basis. Digital infrastructure solutions The Equinix Pla...

HID, a worldwide pioneer in trusted identity and physical access control solutions, announces the 2024 State of Physical Access Control Report, identifying five key trends that are shaping the future of access control. Produced by IFSEC Global in partnership with HID, the report surveyed over 1,200 security professionals across the globe to paint a picture of an industry that has been going through considerable transformation. Conducted between November 2023 and January 2024, the survey reveals...

Dahua Technology, a world pioneer in video surveillance, has released its 2023 ESG report, showcasing its leadership and commitment to building a green, environment-friendly, and safe intelligent world. Last year, the company, a global video-centric AIoT solution and service provider, made substantial strides by focusing on maximizing economic, climate-conscious, and social values. At the forefront of corporate social responsibility, Dahua actively engaged in a fundraising event for UK charity...

DNAKE, a pioneering provider of smart intercom solutions and smart intercom manufacturer, is thrilled to share that its 10.1’’ Smart Control Panel H618 has been honored with this year’s iF DESIGN AWARD, a globally recognized marker of excellence in design. Awarded in the category “Building Technology”, DNAKE won over the 132-member jury, made up of independent experts from all over the world, with its innovative design and exceptional functionality. The compet...

Comcast Smart Solutions, a division of Comcast that specializes in smart technologies for businesses and communities, announced expanded strategic relationships with Eagle Eye Networks, a global pioneer in cloud video surveillance with AI and analytics, and C2RO, a pioneer in Privacy-Aware AI-powered video analytics software, to provide customers with a new, broader set of AI video analytics solutions. This collaboration expands Comcast Smart Solutions’ existing Video Analytics expertise...

ZeroEyes, the creators of the only AI-based gun detection video analytics platform that holds the US Department of Homeland Security SAFETY Act Designation, announced it has secured more than $53M in Series B funding. The oversubscribed round was led by Sorenson Capital, with participation from Intel Capital, BroadLight Capital, and existing investors. ZeroEyes is on a mission to stop gun-related violence in the United States. The company offers an affordable end-to-end secu...

A renowned global pioneer in international education services provides various programs and comprehensive support to students pursuing their educational goals abroad. Originating from Australia in 1969, its primary objective has been facilitating educational opportunities worldwide. The company is closely associated with IELTS (International English Language Testing System), and it assists students in studying in English-speaking nations like Australia, New Zealand, Canada, Ireland, the UK, and...

On June 26, budding technologists aged 8 to 19 showcased their technical acumen and problem-solving prowess at the Austrian finals of the World Robot Olympiad. The competition was held for the second year in a row at B&R Headquarters in Eggelsberg, Upper Austria. Under the theme "Earth Allies," contestants illustrated how robots could serve as "allies of the earth," working in harmony with our planet. The triumphant teams, "MMG" from HTL Braunau and "Plasma Bots" from Riedau Middle School,...

IDEMIA Public Security North America, the pioneer secure identity solutions provider, in partnership with the New York State Department of Motor Vehicles has launched the next-generation of mobile ID. New York residents can now assert their identity securely and easily from their mobile phone by downloading the free app from either the Apple App Store or Google Play. State residents can use the app immediately to verify their identities directly from their mobile phones at TSA checkpoints at J...

Salto proudly unveils the Glass XS Reader Series, an innovative line of products that sets a new standard in access control technology for wall readers. This range of wall reader products delivers breathtaking smart access experiences, stylish design, and ultrafine details. The Glass XS Reader Series elevates access control to unparalleled levels, blending elegance, design, and simplicity while ensuring top-tier security. The new Glass XS Reader, a part of the Salto XS wall reader product...

Intellicene, the pioneer in intelligent security management platforms, announced the appointment of Greg Colaluca as General Manager. With more than 20 years of global leadership experience, Colaluca will guide the company into its next growth phase, emphasizing the delivery of intelligent security solutions for mission-critical environments. Colaluca brings a wealth of experience in customer success, growth, profitability, and operational excellence. He leverages vision, analytics, and continu...

3xLOGIC, the pioneering innovator in security and business intelligence, has launched four new camera and imager solutions providing exceptional high-definition quality and intelligent software to improve business insights.  Each camera offers unique features tailored to business needs. Some include fixed lens capabilities, AI analytics, enhanced visual performance for poor lighting conditions, and more. VISIX™ Dual Thermal Imager VISIX™ Dual Thermal/Visible Light Imager comb...

Elite Interactive Solutions, a remote video guarding pioneer using proprietary intelligence and integration to achieve proven crime prevention, announces its systems and services are deployed and maintained to the highest available level of cybersecurity protections and protocols. As major news stories continue to proliferate about hacks, breaches, and vulnerabilities — including the high-profile cyberattacks this past week that crippled CDK Global, which provides management software for...

Hikvision, a world-pioneering manufacturer and supplier of security products and solutions that deliver the ideal combination of high performance and extreme value, introduces its latest innovation: the 4 MP Panoramic Turret Camera, designed to elevate surveillance with its smart monitoring capabilities and flexible installation. It takes the functionality of two turret cameras and merges them into one effective, high-performance panoramic camera.   “Our new 4MP Panoramic Turret...

Global video technology company Milestone Systems is pleased to announce that effective July 1, 2024, they will merge with the cloud-based video surveillance solutions provider, Arcules. The merger brings together Milestone and Arcules’ best-in-class capabilities within video management software (VMS), video analytics, and video surveillance as a service (VSaaS), providing a complete video technology offering. A vision for the future The VSaaS market is predicted to experience exponenti...