Mechanical digital locks News

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...

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...

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...

Identive will present the results on Thursday 7th November, 5pm Eastern time Identive will hold an audio webcast and conference call to discuss the results of its 2013 third quarter on Thursday, November 7, 2013, at 5:00 PM Eastern time. Jason Hart, CEO, and David Wear, CFO, will host the webcast and conference call for financial analysts and investors, which will be followed by a Q&A. The webcast and conference call will be open to all interested investors. For those un...

The KeyWatcher key system is used in casinos for security departments to store and track keys Casino managers, like managers in any other market, leave nothing to chance when it comes to the operation of the business. To protect the bottom line and guard against fraud, they rely on established practices and procedures and industry favored technology such as Morse Watchmans key control and management systems. At sister properties Casino Arizona and Talking Stick Resort in Scot...

Traka’s M-Series manages up to 20 keysets, S-Series up to 60 keysets and the L-Series up to 180 keysets Traka, an ASSA ABLOY Group company, is exhibiting the latest generation of its electronic key cabinets at ASIS 2013. The Traka Key Cabinets are designed to control and automate the process of issuing keys to employees and ensuring they are returned at the end of each work day making sure sensitive keys never leave the workplace. Negating the need for manual issue whil...

SWP padlocks are available in two styles: mechanical locks and electromechanical locks At ASIS 2013, Abloy, an ASSA ABLOY Group company, is exhibiting its Super Weather Proof (SWP) padlocks, a range of super-tough locks that can withstand the most severe weather conditions and environmental extremes. “The demands placed on locks that have to withstand harsh conditions are extreme, and most locks simply can’t function for very long in such environments,” said...

The HES KS100 uses a company’s existing credentials and ID badges to extend access control At ASIS 2013, HES, an ASSA ABLOY Group company will introduce its KS100 Server Cabinet Lock, a wireless access control lock that is specifically designed to provide improved security in server rooms. The KS100 leverages the company’s Aperio® technology, which enables mechanical locks to be wirelessly linked to a new or existing electronic access control system. The HES KS...

Attendees can learn how Ingersoll Rand solutions are helping colleges and universities to improve security During the Critical Facilities Summit sponsored by the Association of College and University Officers-International (ACUHO-I) and APPA, whose tagline is “Leadership in Educational Facilities,” to be held at the Rhode Island Convention Center in Providence October 15-18, attendees will be able to discuss campus safety and security success stories with Ingersoll...

The Group leads in areas such as access control, identification technology, entrance automation ASSA ABLOY has been ranked 78th in Forbes' list of the world's most innovative companies 2013. "I'm very pleased that we have achieved such success with our R&D," says Johan Molin, President and CEO. “This is the result of our substantial investments in innovation in the past seven years. ASSA ABLOYs R&D investments have increased by 129% since 2005. Our ambition is t...

The two-minute profile will spotlight the LCN brand, its products and its commitment to quality The nationally syndicated series, “Manufacturing Marvels,” on The Fox Business Network will showcase LCN door closers, a brand of Ingersoll Rand Security Technologies, on Monday, July 29, between 9:35-9:45 pm EDT. The two-minute profile will spotlight the LCN brand, its products and its commitment to quality. Since 1880, LCN has been on the cutting edge of technology pr...

For security solutions providers all over the world, the list of pain points for end users is continually evolving, especially for companies with a variety of different assets to protect. For those who work with data centre protection, security standards are heightened. Some of the major hurdles end users and companies face in security today, specifically with data centres, are key management and other compliance-related risk issues. As one of the world's leading end-to-end security solutions c...

Ensuring students and assets are protected around the clock with Traka's advanced key management systems. Colleges and other educational facilities all over the world face unique challenges when it comes to key management and asset protection. Campuses of all sizes combine a number of valuable assets under their watch, including multiple facilities, thousands of students, hundreds of employees, as well as vehicles, machinery and more. No matter the campus size, electronic key management can be...

The church’s door locks could be easily retrofitted with CyberLock electronic cylinders Problem: Break-Ins, Thefts, and Vandalism Seattle First Presbyterian Church was established in Seattle, Washington in 1869. The city has literally grown up around them and security has been an issue. The church proper encompasses one city block with seventeen doors that are points-of-entry. Jace Allen, Church Elder, says, “Our perimeters had been breached many times and we expe...

Yale Locks & Hardware, an ASSA ABLOY Group company, recently announced the availability of a new keyless touch screen deadbolt that offers streamlined installation, enhanced security and a clean, modern appearance compared to competing electronic deadbolts. The new Yale Real Living™ Key Free Touchscreen Deadbolt eliminates the cylinder and as a consequence offers homeowners superior security and dealers simplified installation. For homeowners, the absence of a cylinder means that the...

Corbin Russwin, an ASSA ABLOY Group brand, introduces the Access 800® IP1 intelligent Power over Ethernet (PoE) access control locking solution. The Access 800 IP1 integrates an ANSI/BHMA Grade 1 Corbin Russwin lock with a contactless card reader, door status monitoring, and controller into a single device, and connects to the building’s access control system. This is an ideal solution for corporate campuses, schools, healthcare facilities and other buildings looking for a cost-effect...

SWP padlocks are available with two levels of protection – with and without a weather seal cap At ISC West 2013, Abloy, an ASSA ABLOY Group company, is exhibiting its Super Weather Proof (SWP) padlocks, a range of super-tough locks that can withstand the most severe weather conditions and environmental extremes. “The demands placed on locks that have to withstand harsh conditions are extreme, and most locks simply can’t function for very long in such environ...

The new locking solutions will join the family of Aperio wireless locking solutions At ISC West 2013, ASSA ABLOY will feature a newly expanded range of Aperio wireless locks. This will include a preview of three new products slated for launch later this year: the HES KS100 Server Cabinet Lock, the AS100 Sensor, and the Securitron R100 Surface Mounted Wireless Reader for glass door applications. These new locking solutions will join the family of Aperio wireless locking solutio...

Mul-T-Lock Code-It features four buttons at the end of its handle numbered 1, 2, 3 and 4 Getting a handle on convenient indoor security is easier than ever with the new Code-It electronic security handle from Mul-T-Lock, an ASSA ABLOY company. An instant hit since its release in October of last year, the Code-It has impressed integrators, locksmiths and consumers alike with its sleek design, effortless installation and user-friendly operation. Code-It offers a most affordable,...

Sargent SE LP10-F offers a simple-to-deploy turnkey solution for any federal agency or facility At ISC West 2013, SARGENT is announcing the availability of its SE LP10-F solution for secure physical access projects that must comply with Personal Identity Verification (PIV) standards under Federal Information Processing Standards (FIPS) 201.  The SE LP10-F offers a simple-to-deploy, cost-effective turnkey solution for any federal agency or facility requiring a higher leve...

KeyWatcher from Morse Watchmans has been upgraded and enhanced with a more durable finish for extra protection Morse Watchmans’ product lineup at this year’s ISC West Show features the KeyWatcher® Touch system with touch screen convenience and an attractive new dark grey finish. Also on display are the KeyWatcher Illuminated, KeyWatcher TrueTouch management software package and a new mobile app as well as a variety of modules for custom configurations, includin...

Morse Watchman’s KeyWatcher Touch systems feature several innovative technologies Innovative design and network flexibility engineered into the Morse Watchmans product portfolio are driving integration of key control and asset management systems within the overall physical security systems platform. At ISC West, Morse Watchmans is highlighting that integrated functionality in a display that demonstrates the company’s technology leadership in delivering solutions th...

CyberLock, Inc., a security systems supplier, announced the release of several software enhancements to its CyberAudit Professional management system. CyberAudit Professional 3.0software offers streamlined reporting and notification capabilities, compatibility with CyberKey Vaults and Flex System input and output devices, and provides activation for the Flex System Door & I/O module relay device. By using the CyberLock Flex System Door & I/O module, organizations can integrate with 3rdp...

UCI needed a networked access control ssystem to control and manage student access within 35 existing buildings Diversity, thy name is Arroyo Vista. That's because Arroyo Vista, one of five housing complexes located at the University of California at Irvine (UCI), offers a wide array of alternatives to traditional residential hall living, with 42 different Academic Theme, International, Transfer, and Greek Houses for undergraduate students.  The two- and three-story buil...

The new Schlage multi-family access control and property management solution, Nexia Property Intelligence, provides an efficient, cost-effective way to manage one or more multi-family properties from anywhere. The new property management solution leverages leading access control technologies, such as smart cards, wireless access control and modular locking systems. This innovative cloud-based solution provides operational efficiencies that simplify security for multi-resident property owners as...

With the acquisition of 4Front, ASSA ABLOY has now acquired 100 companies With the acquisition of 4Front, announced on 27 December 2012, ASSA ABLOY has now acquired 100 companies since Johan Molin joined the Group as President and CEO in 2005. Despite two major recessions, the ASSA ABLOY Group has experienced impressive growth since the beginning of 2005. Sales have increased by 84 percent from SEK 25 billion to SEK 46 billion (rolling 12 months per September 2012). ASSA ABLO...

The KeyWatcher system used by On Bike Share electronically secures and releases keys for bicycles A new bike sharing program from On Bike Share at Wellesley College provides students access to bicycles when they need them, using keys controlled and stored by a KeyWatcher® key management system from Morse Watchmans.   The Wellesley College program demonstrates On Bike Share's approach to simplify bike sharing for university, corporate and commercial locations. The pr...

4Front offers a complete product range around docking systems as well as a large variety of accessories ASSA ABLOY has acquired the US company 4Front, leader in docking systems. 4Front offers a complete product range around docking systems as well as a large variety of accessories. "4Front, with its leading brands, is yet another strategic entry to the important North American market in entrance automation. I welcome this addition that further reinforces the ASSA ABLOY Group'...

Corbin Russwin (www.corbinrusswin.com), a leading manufacturer of architectural hardware and security solutions for over 160 years and ASSA ABLOY Group brand, introduces a new push/pull hardware solution that is ideal in a variety of healthcare settings, as well as in K-12 environments. Corbin Russwin's latest offering combines a proven locking solution - the Corbin Russwin ML2000 mortise lock - with the attractive and functional HPSK push/pull paddle trim.  The paddle shape and location o...

Yale Locks & Hardware (www.yalelocks.com), an ASSA ABLOY Group company and a world leader in door hardware for commercial and residential applications, introduces its 5800 Series Cast Iron Door Closer.  The economically priced 5800 Series combines ease of installation and use with rugged performance and clean design.  The economically priced 5800 Series combines ease of installation and use with rugged performance and clean design.  The cast iron “large bore” cons...