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Available only from Von Duprin, a new visual status indicator option for exit devices provides at-a-glance verification of the locked/unlocked status of the door. The indicators for the Von Duprin 98/99 Series Rim exit devices are similar to those offered on Schlage L-Series locks. As a result, teachers can easily identify if the door is locked and quickly secure the door’s exit device if it is unlocked. The new visual status indicator is available as an option on exit devices for both new...

Ubiquiti Networks, Inc. recently introduced airVision 2, a complete, integrated and disruptively-priced video surveillance system for up to 50-camera deployments. The airVision platform, which includes re-architected software, airCam cameras, and a new Network Video Recorder (NVR) appliance, is the perfect solution for hotel chains, restaurants, hospitals, schools, government buildings, retail outlets and other businesses concerned about safety, security and loss prevention. With airVision 2 co...

The access control equipment market is projected to reach approximately $198 million Despite spending cuts from a sequestered budget and a still-recovering economy, suppliers of innovative, high-security access control solutions to the U.S. government can expect modest growth this year, according to a new report entitled “The World Market for Electronic Physical Access Control Equipment – 2013 Edition” from IMS Research, now part of IHS Inc. The market in 20...

The program provides streamlined access to Brivo's flagship ACS WebService® and ACS Onsite® products Brivo Systems LLC, leader in cloud applications for security management, recently announced that several dealers have achieved “Brivo Blue” status based on their performance on a mix of specific criteria and commitments. The Brivo Blue Independent Dealer Program is intended to deepen partnerships, offer valuable education, and provide an impressive array of...

HID Global®, a worldwide leader in secure identity solutions, recently announced it has expanded its SlimFlex™ Tag family of broadband UHF radio frequency identification (RFID) transponders with the addition of the new SlimFlex Standard 200 and Standard 301. Designed for flexibility and durability, SlimFlex Tag transponders are among the most versatile UHF RFID tags available, enabling greater adaptability for a range of RFID tag placement options. The SlimFlex Standard 200 and Standa...

 Lancope will offer deeper integration with Cisco Identity Services Engine (ISE), ASR/ISR and ASA Recently at Cisco Live, Cisco’s annual IT and communications conference, Lancope, Inc., a leader in network visibility and security intelligence, announced tighter integration with several Cisco® infrastructure solutions to provide governments and enterprises with greater performance and flexibility for network and security monitoring. Lancope will also join the rec...

The award recognizes exceptional volunteer contributions to the SIA’s government relations efforts The Security Industry Association has honored Libby Elliott, director of government affairs (homeland security) for United Technologies, with the Statesman Award. The award, which recognizes exceptional volunteer contributions to SIA’s government relations efforts, was given to Elliott for her work on issues such as improving school security and addressing the danger...

Moxa's PowerTrans PT-7728-PTP switches meets the demands of power substation automation systems Moxa, a provider of hardened networking, communication and computing solutions, recently announced that it has joined Symmetricom, Inc.'s SyncWorld® Ecosystem Program following the successful interoperability testing and validation between Moxa's line of PowerTrans PT-7728-PTP switches and Symmetricom's SyncServer® SGC-1500 Smart Grid Clock. "By demonstrating IEEE 1588 solu...

HID Global will be responsible for the secure production, delivery and storage of up to two million Green Cards in 2013 HID Global, a worldwide leader in secure identity solutions, recently announced the US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), an agency of the US Department of Homeland Security, has selected the company as the prime contractor for the USCIS Permanent Resident Card – commonly known as the “Green Card.” Chosen for its capabilities in d...

Genetec also to showcase Stratocast, its new cloud-based video surveillance solution At ASIS 2013, on booth # 1914, Genetec, a pioneer in the physical security industry and a leading provider of world-class unified IP security solutions will demonstrate the latest version of Security Center the Company's unified security platform that blends video surveillance (Omnicast), access control (Synergis) and license plate recognition (AutoVu) into a single unified platform. Visitors...

Samsung’s Executive Briefing Center is comprised of five vertical showcase areas to demonstrate integrated solutions Samsung Techwin America unveiled the company’s newly constructed Executive Briefing Center at its U.S. headquarters in Ridgefield Park, NJ. The new technology showcase and resource center features system solutions from Samsung Electronic’s Consumer and Enterprise Business Divisions to demonstrate the company’s unique ability to provide in...

LILIN’s VD022 standalone HD Decoder is a simple monitoring solution to connect to and display live images from LILIN iMEGAPRO IP cameras. In locations where only live video display is required, such as a store entrance, the VD022 provides the solution to connect a camera to your IP system. Without the HD Decoder, it would not be possible to view camera images on a monitor, unless using a PC. In many environments, this is not a feasible option; there is either no room for a PC to be positi...

Fontana will lead the execution of strategic relationships for Sony’s cloud-based IP surveillance solutions Sony Electronics’ Security Systems Division announced recently that it has hired Andre Fontana to serve as strategic cloud business development manager. In this role, Fontana will lead the formation and execution of strategic relationships within the security industry for Sony’s cloud-based IP surveillance solutions. He will also oversee marketing prog...

The SharpEye™ sensor operates in X-band frequency and is contained in the upmast antenna turning unit Kelvin Hughes (www.kelvinhughes.com), a global supplier of navigation and surveillance systems, can announce the success of its solid-state SharpEye™ radar at a Navy Expeditionary Combat Command (NECC) demonstration in Virginia, USA. The U.S. Department of Defense’s Stiletto Maritime Demonstration Program's Capability Demonstrations allow participating indus...

Jim will be responsible for managing all Symmetry Video related products including third party video products AMAG Technology, an access control, IP video and intrusion management (IDS) solution provider, has expanded its product management department and hired Jim Murray as Senior Product Manager-Symmetry Video. Jim is responsible for managing all Symmetry Video related products and systems including third party video products.  He will work out of the Boston office and...

Schneider Electric announced recently that its Pelco Endura™ Enterprise video management system (VMS) is now integrated with the AMAG Symmetry™ Security Management software. This in-depth integration of IP systems allows users access to live video, playback video, pan-tilt-zoom, and alarms, including analytic alarms from Pelco Sarix™ IP cameras that are connected to the Endura system. “We are pleased to announce the completion of the development effort establishing integ...

The aptiQ smart card works in concert with CBORD's IP-based door access control technology tailored for colleges Ingersoll Rand Security Technologies recently announced that CBORD, leading provider of campus card and integrated security solutions, is joining the aptiQ Alliance program. CBORD’s customers at colleges and universities, healthcare facilities, and a variety of other industries can easily incorporate aptiQ smart card and prospective near field communications (...

Brivo's cloud-based ACS WebService system was selected for Crown Point's access control upgrade Brivo Systems LLC, leader in cloud applications for security management, recently announced that the historic courthouse in Crown Point, IN, has substantially upgraded their access control management capabilities with a cloud-based Brivo ACS WebService system. The new system was specified and installed by Phil and Son, Inc. After the town of Crown Point built a new courthouse compl...

Johnson Controls helped Children’s assess its technology needs and design a single IP-based network The new Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh of UPMC incorporates an unprecedented level of technology to improve patient care, reduce human error, and improve patient, visitor and staff safety while providing operating efficiencies to manage costs effectively. Changing lives for the better is what Children’s is all about. To help achieve that goal, the hospital e...

The seminar will take place at the U.S. Bank Plaza, 220 S. 6th Street, Minneapolis, MN AlliedBarton Security Services, the industry’s premier provider of highly trained security personnel, and HR Plus, a leading provider of comprehensive solutions for employment and background screening, will host a free workplace violence prevention seminar on Wednesday, July 24, 2013, from 7:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. The seminar will take place at the U.S. Bank Plaza, 220 S. 6th Street, Mi...

AlliedBarton is sponsoring the "Winners Circle" at IACLEA 2013 to facilitate dialogue concerning campus safety AlliedBarton Security Services, www.AlliedBarton.com, the industry's premier provider of highly trained security personnel, will "pay it forward" at the 2013 International Association of Campus Law Enforcement Administrators (IACLEA) conference by donating trade show furniture and accessories to the Backside Learning Center at Churchill Downs. Backside Learning Center...

The new parking system will feature Genetec's AutoVu license plate recognition system Genetec, a pioneer in the physical security industry and a leading provider of world-class unified IP security solutions, recently announced that the Company's AutoVu License Pay-by-Plate System has been chosen by the Borough of State College in Pennsylvania to become part of one of the country's first license Pay-by-Plate Parking (PBP) systems.  As the 12th most populous municipality i...

The 12-Megapixel WDR SurroundVideo camera was designated as a platinum winner at the GovSec Conference & Expo Arecont Vision, the industry leader in IP megapixel camera technology, won two 2013 Govies Awards for their SurroundVideo WDR 180° Panoramic camera and MegaDome 2 WDR camera. The annual awards honour outstanding government security products in a variety of categories. Some category winners are further awarded platinum or gold designations. The 12-Megapixel WDR...

To monitor arrivals and maintain a safe environement for visitors, Champion's installed VideoIQ's iCVR camera solution Harsens Island is a remote island town with a population of less than 2,000 located 25 miles northeast of downtown Detroit, Michigan. Each summer, Harsens Island is transformed into a vibrant vacation destination with bustling shops, bed and breakfast hotels, and restaurants attracting thousands of tourists as well as boating and outdoor enthusiasts. During th...

With the Milestone XProtect Corporate VMS, multiple mobile viewing stations were connected to 46 camera feeds Milestone Systems, the open platform company in IP video management software (VMS), delivered the core of the security solution for the Presidential Debate of 2012 held at Hofstra University’s 600-acre campus on Long Island, NY. Implemented by systems integrator EIA Inc., the complex installation included mobile access over wireless network connections for both g...

Exacq Technologies, a leading manufacturer of video management system (VMS) software and servers used for video surveillance, has released version 5.6 of its exacqVision VMS software for use with network video surveillance systems. The latest version adds archiving enhancements, custom layouts, email notifications, new and updated IP camera integrations and more. exacqVision 5.6 allows users to configure each video server to archive to a networked storage location using the client. This latest...

Advanced technology helps keep unwanted individuals off school property A new survey conducted by Ipsos Public Affairs and commissioned by Avigilon, a leader in high-definition (HD) and megapixel video surveillance solutions, revealed some startling findings about opinions on school safety and security in North America. Survey Highlights: Communication is key - While school safety is a real and growing concern, many believe that parents are not made aware of the security m...

Keeping OnSSI’s popular Ocularis VMS software up to date is now easier and more cost-effective with CURRENT. Formerly known as the Software Upgrade Program (SUP), OnSSI’s new CURRENT upgrade program is designed to keep Ocularis updated with the latest features and functionality available at a fraction of the cost of trading-in the software. With CURRENT, Ocularis users can download updates as soon as they are released and take immediate advantage of new features and functionality to...

Christie recently introduced the Christie Mirage 4K25 and Christie Mirage 4K35 projectors for 3D applications for advanced visualization in automotive, location-based entertainment, government, military, oil and gas, and more. These new 3-chip DLP® projectors, anchored by the new Christie TruLife™ electronics platform with proprietary 1.2 Gigapixel per second, floating point architecture, offer full 4096 by 2160 resolution at 120Hz for 3D. The world premiere of these new solutions take...

The PSA Security Network selected the winners at their PSA-TEC 2013 event Brivo Systems LLC, leader in cloud applications for security management, recently announced that PSA Security Network selected the winners of their PSA Security Network Vendor Awards at the recently-concluded PSA-TEC 2013. At the conference, PSA members recognized Brivo Systems, LLC with their “Rising Star” award. “The Rising Star Award is presented to the vendor partner who has shown...