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ASSA ABLOY Opening Solutions completed the integration of its Aperio® wireless lock technology with access control from Rhombus, an open, cloud-managed physical security platform that brings security cameras, access control, sensors, alarm monitoring, and software integrations together under a single pane of glass. Aperio wireless locks “With this integration, customers can now extend the power of Rhombus into doors and areas where wired access control simply isn’t practical. P...

A seamless building benefits everyone, users and facilities managers alike. With streamlined interactions which start at the front entrance and continue through the site, workflows become more efficient and every stakeholder enjoys greater peace of mind. Most organizations already recognize the importance of connecting access with security systems like alarms and CCTV, as well as HVAC and a growing range of business software packages. To connect systems even further, security managers need comp...

Salto announces the launch of Salto DLok, the latest residential door smart locking solution. DLok marks a new era in Salto’s smart home innovation. This universal, motorized smart lock connects effortlessly with the Salto Homelok ecosystem to transform the residential access experience for smart homes and apartments, delivering next-level security, convenient keyless access, and automation. The DLok gives residents the power to enjoy a digital, fully automated, and universally compatible...

Global security manufacturer Gallagher Security is proud to announce a strategic partnership with Fortified Security, a pioneering perimeter systems integrator with over 30 years of specialized experience. This collaboration enables Gallagher’s Channel Partners across the Americas to offer enhanced perimeter security solutions to their customers, supported by Fortified’s expert design and installation services.  Long-term client relationships This partnership empowers Gallagh...

Codelocks launches its KitLockNano, a redefined compact lock, engineered with a stronger build and smarter design. The upgraded lock delivers improved performance and functionality in the same ultra-small footprint as the original, while including a key override for complete control in any situation. Ideal for lockers, cabinets, and drawers, the KitLockNano addresses the growing demand for modern, reliable access control in environments like workplaces, sports facilities, and hotels. Reenginee...

Set in 33 hectares of woodland on the edge of Dartmoor National Park, the zoo is home to an impressive variety of exotic and native animals, including Amur tigers, African lions, and Amur leopards. New patented master key system On-site challenges before the introduction of the new patented master key system. Before implementing the new master key system, the zoo faced the challenge of ensuring secure and efficient access control to sensitive areas, particularly enclosures with potentially dan...

Schlage, America’s Most Trusted Lock Brand and pioneer in door hardware innovation for over a century, now announced the latest limited release from Pin & Tumbler™ A Studio by Schlage — the Refined Finishes Collection. Designed to elevate everyday spaces with subtle sophistication, the collection introduces three new finishes that embody quiet elegance and refined design. Design innovation “Design innovation is not always about bold statements — it’s al...

Sielox, the established industry pioneer in intelligent layered access control and crisis event management solutions, is showcasing its latest innovations with Real Intelligence at ISC East 2025 in booth 426. Their flagship access control platform, Pinnacle, offers security teams unprecedented insights and visibility through access and event data. Featuring hundreds of user-selectable filters, Pinnacle gives operators the tools they need to not only collect valuable data, but draw operational i...

Alfred International, a pioneer in smart lock solutions, announced that its ML2 Smart Mortise Locks and DB2S Smart Locks with Zigbee have achieved INTEREL certification, enabling seamless integration with the EOS 2 all-in-one thermostat hub for smart building deployments. This certification positions Alfred as a key partner for property management companies seeking cost-effective, scalable access control solutions across multi-family properties. Alfred's commercial-grade Zigbee smart locks Th...

When people step into the world of ASSA ABLOY, one thing becomes immediately apparent: this is a company where people are not just employees, but the foundation of its global success. Behind the advanced access solutions, cutting-edge technologies, and international growth lies a culture rooted in collaboration, humility, and an enduring belief that people make the difference. For ASSA ABLOY, people are not a corporate cliché; they are the company’s defining advantage. Across the o...

Gunnebo Safe Storage is reinforcing its position in Europe by combining large-scale manufacturing with advanced locking technology across its full range of safe storage solutions. With specialist sites now operating as a single platform, the company has created one of the most comprehensive secure storage operations on the continent, with recent integrations being central to its success. High-security locking systems The Markersdorf facility in Germany, one of Europe’s key manufacturing...

In the eyes of some, locks are simply used for keeping people out, and for keeping the contents of a building, cabinet or locker safe. But as they know at Codelocks, access control is about so much more than that. It’s about managing spaces and giving people convenient access in ways that can transform how a building or space works and feels. That’s one of the reasons they rarely talk about ‘security’, if at all. If they focus on access control as being simply about prot...

ASSA ABLOY Opening Solutions will be returning to Greenbuild 2025, the world's largest annual event for green building professionals. This conference and expo is a global platform for sustainable building. Held from November 4–7, 2025, in Los Angeles, it brings together architects, engineers, owners, and sustainability pioneers to explore innovations, educational opportunities, and products that advance the future of green design and construction. Door and access solutions ASSA ABLOY he...

Every morning, it happens in offices everywhere: that tiny, almost imperceptible delay. The brief pause to find a keycard, the slow queue at the security desk, the momentary friction that interrupts the rhythm of the day. This isn't just a minor annoyance—it's a Productivity Tax. These small moments add up, draining efficiency and leaving teams frustrated before they even get to their desks. But what if they could eliminate that friction with a single glance? What if access control wasn't...

An access management company secured a new set of supporters after one of its maximum-security key safes proved impenetrable at Europe’s largest locksmith exhibition. The Key Safe Company invited locksmiths and industry experts at The Master Locksmiths Association (MLA) Expo to take on a lock-picking challenge, with the opportunity to win the cash inside. They were each given five minutes to pick the company’s formidable ark Tamo key safe, but not one of the 73 master locksmiths wh...

ASSA ABLOY has acquired Metal Products Inc. (“MPI”), a US manufacturer of custom-made hollow metal doors and frames. "I am very pleased to welcome MPI to ASSA ABLOY. This acquisition delivers on our strategy to strengthen our position in mature markets through adding complementary products and solutions to our core business," says Nico Delvaux, President and CEO of ASSA ABLOY. MPI's strong reputation "MPI has built a strong reputation in our industry for trusted, consistent delive...

Codelocks, an access control specialist, has received two ISO certifications that help its customers to meet supply chain requirements, while also signaling the organization’s widening commitment to people, the planet, and processes. The recognized standards certifications – environmental management (ISO 14001), and occupational health and safety management (ISO 45001) – provide Codelocks’ customers peace of mind they are working with a supplier that is committed to resp...

In the ongoing implementation of the EU’s NIS2 Directive, much attention has been paid to its implications for cybersecurity. Yet, arguably, the impact on organizations’ physical security and access strategy is just as important. In fact, NIS2 ushers in a new degree of focus on cyber–physical resilience – with significant potential penalties for organizations which do not comply with the framework’s demands. NIS2 replaces 2016’s original NIS Directive on Netw...

Gunnebo Safe Storage has joined SteelZero, representing a strategic step in the company’s sustainability roadmap and highlighting its determination to tackle the environmental footprint of its material supply chain. As a global corporate initiative of Climate Group uniting organizations committed to accelerating the transition to a net-zero steel industry, SteelZero requires members to commit to using 50% low-emission steel by 2030 and achieving 100% net-zero steel by 2050, while collabor...

The German Design Council has been shaping the design landscape in Germany since 1953. Every year, the organization presents the ICONIC AWARD to recognize visionary architecture and innovative solutions. At the 2025 awards ceremony, dormakaba's Quantum Pixel+ electronic hotel lock was honored with the ICONIC AWARD. Digital product solution The digital product solution increases convenience for hotel guests. Modern technologies, such as NFC, RFID, Bluetooth® Low Energy, and digital wallets...

Gunnebo Safe Storage has published a new white paper titled Embedding Sustainability into Business: From Principles to Practice, which examines how organizations can move beyond regulatory compliance to fully integrate environmental, social and governance principles into their operations. The downloadable white paper addresses the need for businesses to respond to climate change, evolving legislation and rising expectations from stakeholders. It explores how sustainability can be embedded acros...

Smart buildings take a connected approach to managing and monitoring who is coming into and going through them. For almost every user, whether visitor, staff or contractor, the building journey begins with a door.  A 2025 report by analysts Memoori suggests that the global IoT market in commercial buildings will grow to $101 billion (€87.5 billion) by 2030, at a baseline predicted CAGR of 7.9%. Memoori identify offices, retail premises, data centers, and hospitality businesses as...

A specialist in access management hopes to use next week’s International Security Expo (ISE) 2025 in London to demonstrate that not all key safes are equal. The Key Safe Company will once again put its ark Tamo Pro under intense duress, when it goes under attack in the LPCB Live Testing Lab. BRE personnel The product, which stores keys at the point of need, could not be breached by BRE personnel The product, which stores keys at the point of need, could not be breached by Building Rese...

Codelocks has appointed Elisa Burgos Martínez as the Regional Sales Manager serving customers in Spain, France, Belgium, and Portugal. In her role, Elisa will develop relationships in the EMEA market by applying localized communications techniques to provide a tailored service to customers, solidifying Codelocks’ presence and reputation as a pioneer in access control solutions. She was chosen to serve the southwestern European markets because of her extensive sales experience...

ASSA ABLOY’s latest solution for integrating cabinets and lockers with a digital access management system has earned top honors. The Aperio® KL100 Wireless Cabinet Lock has been presented with the King's Excellence Award for Exemplary Product Design of the Year. Despite a low-profile footprint, the Aperio KL100 adds powerful digital security to lockers, cabinets, cupboards, drawers and other small spaces. Because Aperio technology is designed from the ground up for native integration,...

Alfred International, a pioneer in smart lock solutions, will make its debut at GSX 2025 in the First Time Exhibitor Pavilion, Booth #3406, showcasing innovative access control solutions designed specifically for commercial, multi-family, and rental property markets. The company will highlight its expanding portfolio of professional-grade smart locks, led by the new DB1 Pro Smart Deadbolt and the industry-first Interconnect Kit. Key highlights DB1 Pro Smart Deadbolt: Alfred's most adv...

Data centers in the UK have a vital role in keeping the country’s digital, financial, and government systems online. With 39 percent of the UK market seeing cyber-attacks linked to physical security breaches and 31 percent of data centers reporting unauthorized access attempts, the demand for strong security measures is growing. In 2023, physical breaches accounted for 28 percent of catastrophic data events, pushing data centers to invest in integrated security solutions to reduce risks a...

Global cyber risk consultancy S-RM has reported a sharp increase in ransomware incidents exploiting SonicWall firewall devices with SSL VPN enabled. The activity, tied to the Akira ransomware strain, is impacting organizations worldwide and has knock-on effects for everyday users. The warning comes amid heightened national debate around the UK Government’s Online Safety Act and the security implications of VPN usage. S-RM says the latest attacks are a timely reminder that while VPNs can b...

A solid defense is essential in baseball and cyberspace. The University of Nevada, Reno Cybersecurity Center and Internet of Things (IoT) cybersecurity company Viakoo are supporting cybersecurity awareness during the Reno Aces 2025 season. Viakoo will donate to the Cybersecurity Center every time the Aces make a defensive play that prevents the opposing team from stealing base, and light up the stadium with “A Salute to Cyber Defenders” across all signage. As part of this promoti...

Kwikset, a trusted pioneer in smart security solutions, and DoorBird, a pioneer in IP video door communication, are proud to announce the integration of Kwikset’s Halo™ smart locks with the DoorBird app. This collaboration brings together two industry innovators to deliver a more convenient and secure home access experience.  Kwikset Halo locks With this integration, residents can now remotely unlock their Kwikset Halo locks from within the DoorBird app during a live video ca...