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Dardan will be supporting #TeamViolet as they fundraise for 4 incredibly worthwhile causes at the annual Nuclear Races. Last year they raised over £20,000 for three incredibly brave little girls, Violet, Seren-Rose and Edie. Edie unfortunately lost her battle to DIPG last year, aged just seven. This year the target is £25,000 – £30,o00, with 212 children and 152 adults taking part. Dardan knows it’s going to be a manic, muddy and marvellous day for everyone involv...

Andreas Klauser, the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of PALFINGER, said “The IAA Transportation stands for future-driven solutions and innovation. Accordingly, it offers PALFINGER the best platform to provide concrete answers to the major challenges of our time.” In 2022, the world’s renowned technology company, PALFINGER, began implementing its Vision & Strategy 2030. “With it, we formulate a proactive approach to the megatrends digitalization, sustainability and soci...

Swann, the pioneer in Do-It-Yourself security products for over three decades, adds a new battery-powered WiFi camera, the CoreCam™ Wireless Security Camera, to its award-winning product lineup.  CoreCam™ Wireless Security Camera The CoreCam™ Wireless Security Camera is wire-free with a battery life of up to 90 days on one charge. Additional features include heat- and motion-sensing, night vision, smart mobile alerts, two-way talk with a siren, free cloud, and local...

IDIS has released a free-to-download new eBook that details how brick-and-mortar retailers can leverage the power of next-gen video surveillance and AI-powered analytics to re-emerge more competitive and profitable post-pandemic. One of the biggest hurdles that retailers must scale is shrink, which continues to plague loss prevention managers with few stores keeping rates below 0.5%. Managers face wide array of shrink challenges The 2020 National Retail Federation (NRF) survey results show th...

The security industry is booming. Whether alarm systems, video surveillance, or smoke detectors, the demand for modern and networked security technology is growing among end consumers. This opens up new market opportunities, especially for DIY stores. As part of a study trip lasting several days, the European DIY Retail Association (EDRA) and the Global Home Improvement Network (GHIN) are therefore inviting their member companies to visit Security Essen. The trade fair for civil security will t...

Armstrong Fluid Technology has announced the appointment of Neil Parry in the role of Global Head of District Energy. Based in the United Kingdom (UK) and reporting to Peter Thomsen, the Director of Building Systems at Armstrong Fluid Technology, Neil Parry will be responsible for defining, developing and delivering Armstrong’s suite of solutions for distributed energy networks (Heating and Cooling). Develop district energy solutions and supply chains Neil Parry has over thirty years of...

Mul-T-Lock has worked closely with K.B.O Fire & Security to upgrade the security at Guildford College, in the United Kingdom (UK), creating a dedicated master key suite for the ultimate peace of mind of staff, pupils and visitors. Guildford College is the largest further and highest education college in the Surrey area, with approximately 3000 students and offers courses at all levels. Success rates are higher than national benchmarks with many students operating with the local community on...

Manifesting the company’s ambitious growth plans since it became independent from Panasonic, i-PRO Co., Ltd., announced the opening of a new state-of-the-art global headquarters in Tokyo. At the same time, the global pioneer in professional security solutions for surveillance and public safety is also relocating and expanding its R&D center in Fukuoka. Technological innovation Located in the vibrant business district of Shinagawa, i-PRO’s new headquarters will become a ne...

OPTEX, the sensor manufacturer, has announced its award-winning REDSCAN PRO LiDAR Sensors have been fully integrated with Genetec™ Security Center, to provide enhanced perimeter protection for the highest security sites. The announcement follows a long period of engagement between the two firms, even before the launch of the latest OPTEX sensor series, to ensure the data and algorithms could be fully integrated and interpreted by the Genetec Security Center platform. By integrating the tw...

With over 35 years of experience in the video surveillance sector, Videotec has actively spent the last 10 of those sharing in the ONVIF alliance mission to provide and promote standardized interfaces for effective interoperability of IP-based products. ONVIF open standard Adopting the ONVIF open standard guarantees optimum compatibility between IP products of different brands and makes integration into a security system easier and more secure.Over the past 10 years, the specialist engineers o...

Security experts at G4S in Lebanon have been issued with a certificate of appreciation for delivering a 70-day bespoke close protection operation to the European Union Election Observation Mission. Field observers from different nationalities; the Heads of the European Union Election Observation Mission (EU EOM) and the MEP mission; as well as a member of the European Parliament were deployed before, during, and after the Lebanese parliamentary elections in May 2022, to witness the final counti...

360 Vision Technology, the UK manufacturer of rugged HD, radar and thermal PTZ imaging cameras, has partnered with Integrated Security Manufacturing Ltd - ISM, the company behind the CNI-certified Genesys platform that provides integrated command & control management solutions. The partnership will provide a highly effective early warning perimeter protection solution, which is critical for CNI sites. Designed to protect high-security and Critical National Infrastructure (CNI) locations, th...

Global pioneer SATO Europe has announced it will present a select next-generation generation of auto-ID and labelling solutions at the International Suppliers Fair (IZB). International Suppliers Fair (IZB) Hosted in Wolfsburg, Germany, IZB is Europe’s trade fair for the automotive industry with over 800 exhibitors expected to showcase their innovations between 11th – 13th October 2022. The event will spotlight new technologies and business models that are revolutionising...

At GSX 2022 (Global Security Exchange 2022), in booth 3633, i-PRO Co., Ltd., a globally renowned company in professional security solutions for surveillance and public safety, will showcase its latest range of AI-empowered cameras and AI-based analytics. i-PRO has focused its development on compact designs, easy installation and an open platform that supports industry-renowned AI-based edge analytics, powered by Ambarella SoC’s. Equipped with the highest levels of cyber security, the new...

ProdataKey (PDK), manufacturer of the cloud access control platform built for mobile released a new version of its ProdataKey App. This unique, all-inclusive app for Apple and Android combines the functionality of PDK.io, the powerful mobile-first management interface for PDK access control systems, with mobile credentialing and remote access previously available only through PDK touch. The new app delivers convenience for anyone who administers a PDK access control system and utilizes it to mo...

Allied Universal, a global security and facility services company, is proud to announce that company pioneer, Ray O’Hara, CPP, EVP Executive Protection and Intelligence Services, was selected as a top security executive by IFSEC Global Influencers in Security & Fire 2022.    IFSEC Global IFSEC Global is the pre-eminent news source for security and fire safety, with a trusted reputation and a global footprint. It covers developments from across the industries, fro...

ZeroEyes, creators of the only A.I.-based video analytics platform that holds the US Department of Homeland Security SAFETY Act Designation announced a partnership with Critical Response Group, Inc. (CRG), a provider of best-in-class indoor and tactical mapping solutions for public safety. CRG’s enhanced school building and grounds mapping technology will be integrated into ZeroEyes’ platform to deliver critical intelligence to first responders in an active shooter cr...

Bosch has released its new software version of Safety Systems Designer. On top, there is also a new, free plugin available that enables automatic data transfer between AutoCAD® software and Bosch Safety Systems Designer. This free Bosch SSD Plugin is the only tool of its type offered by any fire alarm system manufacturer. Architects, planners, and system integrators now enjoy the benefit of easily importing fire alarm system devices from floor plans into the Safety Systems Designer software...

Siemens Smart Infrastructure (SI), the frontrunner in digital buildings, has completed the acquisition of Brightly Software (Brightly), a renowned U.S.-based software-as-a-service (SaaS) provider of asset and maintenance management solutions. The acquisition elevates Siemens Smart Infrastructure to a leading position in the software market for buildings and built infrastructure. It adds Brightly’s well-established cloud-based capabilities across key sectors – education, public infra...

The major Somme International Air Show is back, at Albert airport, with many foreign military forces in attendance. Although the event opens to the public from 10 am, the festivities start to kick off at 1 pm. While waiting for the displays to begin, visitors can enjoy simulators and other entertainment (such as various publicized exhibitions) offered by the organizing committee, in addition to catering services. In total, 120 aircraft, both vintage and modern, have been announced: Rafale, Fokk...

Valsoft Corporation Inc. (‘Valsoft’), a Montreal-based company specializing in the acquisition and development of software companies in vertical markets, is pleased to announce the acquisition of Azility Energy Management Solutions (‘Azility’), a next-generation energy management solutions provider that powers energy, water, and emissions savings across every asset and department for organizations large and small. “It has been an amazing journey to start and build...

As new data recovery technologies become more sophisticated, confidential information stored on mal-functioning hard drives has never been more vulnerable to third-party exploitation. Typical warranties request failed hard drives be returned to the manufacturer, during replacement. This leaves customers with a difficult choice to make: risk sensitive data falling into the wrong hands or keep the hard drive – a practice that may violate many existing standard warranty agreements. BCDVideo...

Retailers are being hit hard by their failure to protect customer and employee privacy in video footage, according to a nationwide survey of retailers from video security and privacy company, Secure Redact. The survey asked 500 British retailers a range of questions relating to in-store use of video surveillance technology, the visual data privacy of customers, GDPR violations and more. Secure Redact’s nationwide survey 43% of brands surveyed reported they had been fined for a violation...

Convergint, a pioneer in service-based systems integration, announces that it has acquired Ojo Technology Inc., a Northern California-based security systems integrator in video and access control security. The acquisition expands Convergint’s west coast presence and extends the company’s capabilities in the state, local, education, and transportation markets. Cloud-Based systems Founded in 2003, Ojo Technology specializes in enterprise, tier-one, network-centric, physical, and clo...

Hanwha Techwin, a supplier of intelligent video surveillance solutions, opened the doors to its new Hanwha Total Care Center (HTCC) in July. Located near the company’s New Jersey headquarters, the new 10,000 sq-ft-space will handle Advanced Replacement and Repair Services for Hanwha products across North and Latin America and receive return units from partners. Hanwha Total Care Center The HTCC is fully owned and managed directly by Hanwha Techwin, giving the company greater control ove...

Sharry, a workplace experience platform, announces that Kevin Wilhelm has joined the company as the brand’s Country Manager for the United States and Canada. In his role, Wilhelm is supporting Sharry’s operations in these two regions, ensuring customers’ satisfaction, supporting partners, and working with clients on new business.  Since joining Sharry, Wilhelm has been a key player in maintaining relationships with U.S.-based clients such as New York City’...

Based on the recent challenges in the airport industry the organizer Mack-Brooks Exhibitions and the partners GATE (German Airport Technology and Equipment e.V.) and ADV (German Airports Association) agreed to postpone inter airport FOCUS to next year. Sustainability  Hence, inter airport FOCUS will take place alongside inter airport Europe in Munich from 10 – 13 October 2023. The concept of the summit to connect governments, the airports, and the industry to hold the necessary disc...

City of Wolverhampton Council has bid for £20 million from the UK Government’s Leveling Up Fund Round 2, in order to help deliver phase one of its ambitious Green Innovation Corridor. The UK Government announced in February 2022 that Wolverhampton and Sheffield would be the first of 20 cities to benefit from part of £1.5 billion of Leveling Up funding for new infrastructure to be developed on brownfield land, in order to boost housing and jobs. Green Innovation Corridor The...

As the acknowledged pioneer in Revolving Doors, Boon Edam is one of the most innovative companies in its field. The company announced that they are again at the forefront of a new trend in the market and are the first manufacturer of Revolving Doors to release BIM objects of their products. BIM objects integration “We have a long history of working closely with architects and others in the construction industry and are learning about the advantages of BIM for our customers,” says...

Security Essen will present innovative products and solutions in the field of security technology and services from September 20 to 23, 2022. For trade visitors, not only the walk through the exhibition halls is worthwhile, but also the participation in the extensive supporting program. In various forums, experts will report on current challenges facing the industry and present solutions. Special theme days are planned for public authorities, young professionals, and visitors from neighboring B...