Electronic access control - News

ZKAccess, a leading provider of biometric and RFID security solutions, is pleased to announce the release of the LB7000, its latest access control model. This state-of-the-art “lockbox” enables Facility Managers to instantly lockdown all doors on a campus, and was designed primarily in response to the horrific rash of active shooter incidents, most notably in schools. A wall-mounted hardware device with a soft touch keypad, the LB7000 lockbox acts as a simple switch and can instantl...

Kwikset, the leader in residential security, announces that its line of SmartCode™ deadbolt locks is now compatible with Legrand’s Intuity home automation platform, part of the On-Q line. SmartCode locks with Home Connect™ technology are the industry’s leading wireless access control lock solution for the smart home. Home Automation Security Solutions Legrand’s Intuity System brings together a wide array of stand-alone home technologies and devices into a unified...

New products deal with functionality of door opening: maglock, electric strike, power supply At Greenbuild 2015, ASSA ABLOY Group brands Securitron® and HES® are previewing innovations specifically designed to improve the efficiency of an access control solution. This new technology preview features products that deal with the functionality of the entire door opening: the maglock, the electric strike, and the power supply. Securitron EcoMag Technology Securitron is p...

The 9700 is an addition to 9500 and 9600 Series, and combines both windstorm and fire-ratings into one solution HES, an ASSA ABLOY Group brand, is previewing an entirely new platform-based electric strike design along with the recently released 9700 Series strike at ISC East 2015. The new 9700 Series is an addition to the popular surface-mounted 9500 and 9600 Series, and combines both windstorm and fire-ratings into one solution. The HES 9700 is the perfect complement to heav...

With this resolution, HID Global will be able to continue to expand its UHF products range HID Global®, a worldwide leader in secure identity solutions, recently announced that, under the terms of a confidential settlement, the patent infringement litigation that Omni-ID had initiated against certain HID Global products has been amicably resolved. HID Global will continue to manufacture and sell its complete range of RFID products, including UHF on-metal tags, in the U.S....

The site includes extensive product information to help customers understand complete range of Symmetry security solutions AMAG Technology invites visitors to explore its newly designed website. Created with the user experience in mind, the newly rebranded website design aligns with parent company G4S, and has been designed to provide the ultimate user-friendly experience with improved navigation and functionality throughout, allowing customers to access detailed product infor...

ISONAS provides Pure IP access control solutions to help improve safety in cities worldwide ISONAS Inc., a leading Pure IP access control system manufacturer, recently announced that the company will be exhibiting at the Secured Cities Conference in Houston, TX. This is the 7th Annual Secured Cities event and this year it will take place on November 10th -12th 2015 at the Crowne Plaza Hotel Reliant Park in Houston, TX. During the conference, attendees will have the opportunity...

Card holders should avoid presenting access control credentials to any readers that appear to have been tampered Farpointe Data, a DORMA Group Company, the access control industry's trusted global partner for RFID solutions, recently announced that since Wiegand is no longer considered inherently secure due to its obscure and non-standard nature, users, integrators and manufacturers need to be on-guard. Wiegand is the industry standard protocol commonly used to communicate cre...

There is a growing demand for advancedelectronic ID credentials to improve citizenexperience and maintaining security levels HID Global®, a worldwide leader in secure identity solutions, will showcase the mobile ID experience on smartphones and share its latest innovations in thin secure polycarbonate e-passport datapages at the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) Machine Readable Travel Documents (MRTD) Conference, October 14 through 16, 2015, in Mo...

HID datapages are available with a choice of contactless e-passport integrated circuits (ICs) from leading chip suppliers HID Global®, a worldwide leader in secure identity solutions, has extended its family of secure polycarbonate (PC) electronic datapages that are the heart of today’s high-security e-passports. Available in both standard (800µm) thin (600µm) versions, the datapages are among the industry’s thinnest and enable governments to issue...

The HES K200 cabinet lock makes it simple and cost effective to bring access control to cabinets In order to bring access control to cabinets and drawers where audit trail and monitoring are becoming increasingly critical, HES, an ASSA ABLOY Group company, is introducing two new locks this year at ASIS 2015, the K200 Cabinet Lock and KS200 Server Cabinet Lock, which was recognized last week in the 2015 ASIS Accolades Competition for a Security’s Best Award. The K200 and...

Galaxy Control Systems, a leading manufacturer of integrated access control, video and security solutions, announces that it has enhanced the level of integration between its industry-leading System Galaxy Access Control and Management Software and AD-400 Series Networked Wireless Electronic Locks from Allegion, a leading global security products and solutions provider. These enhancements include System Galaxy’s Crisis Mode feature, which has recently been enhanced to provide users with gr...

The QID lock is 100% code compliant and presents a number of advantages over other classroom locks Securitech, the industry leader for innovative, purpose-driven locking devices, has a wide range of unique locking solutions on display at this year’s ASIS Security Seminar and Exhibits. With specific product lines available for myriad applications ranging from classrooms, to tornado, blast and forced-entry resistant doors, to high-security storage, and convenient Bluetooth...

It is ideal for replacing card or key access at apartment and campus building entrances, gate entrances Securitech, the industry leader for innovative, purpose-driven locking devices, is announcing the availability of VIZpin®-enabled Bluetooth standalone access control in the Control Trim series of electric release door handles. This cost-effective, easy and flexible access control is now available for a wide range of applications, further enhancing the Control Trim’...

Brivo Inc, the worldwide leader in cloud-based physical access control systems, recently announced the release of Brivo Mobile Pass, a digital credential solution that lets users unlock doors with their smartphones. As an enhancement to the existing Brivo OnAir® access control system, customers can immediately distribute mobile credentials to their entire user population without any on-premise equipment changes. Available On iOS And Android Available now on both iOS and Android, Brivo&rsqu...

HID will discuss critical ID program concerns for provisioning mobile driver licenses on smartphones at the eID conference HID Global®, a worldwide leader in secure identity solutions, will be discussing critical ID program concerns for provisioning mobile driver licences onto citizens’ smartphones at the eID Conference (Sept 28 -29) in Washington D.C. The company will highlight important principles that will drive policy discussion and development so that thes...

AMAG Technology announces the integration of their Symmetry™ Access Control and Video Management system with ASSA ABLOY’s IP-enabled locks. The integration allows the expansion of Symmetry to doors not normally included in a traditional security system via a facility’s network infrastructure. Reduced Installation And Material Costs ASSA ABLOY’s IP-enabled offering includes a broad range of WiFi and Power-over-Ethernet (PoE) locks from ASSA ABLOY Group brands CORBIN RUSS...

Southco will offer ECKey’s Bluetooth technology into its line of electromechanical locks and latches ECKey, the market leader in smartphone access control systems and Bluetooth readers, recently announced that it has entered into an exclusive licensing agreement with Southco, Inc., the global leader in engineered access hardware solutions. VIZpin Cloud-based Key Management ECKey’s Bluetooth readers allow any cell phone to be used as a key to control or unlock vir...

Kwikset, the leader in residential security, announces the availability of its new line of Signature Series Deadbolt Locks with Home Connect™ technology. Utilising the popular Kwikset single-cylinder deadbolt as its foundation, this is the ideal lock for the first-time homebuyer or homeowners who want to experience the safety and peace of mind of a Home Connect solution. Z-Wave Wireless Protocol The new motorized deadbolts utilize the Z-Wave™ wireless protocol to enable true remote...

Sargent and Greenleaf, Inc. (S&G), a division of STANLEY Security, announces the S&G® Model 2890B Pedestrian Door Lock (PDL) – the first lock of its kind in the security industry designed to meet U.S. Federal specification FF-L-2890B, adopted in 2012 – is now the first device in the industry to receive approval from the General Services Administration (GSA) of the U.S. Government for SCIF Locks 2890B, types I, II, III, and IV. S&G 2890B Pedestrian Door Lock The S&am...

Klein's background and thought leadership will continue to grow Z-Wave's position as the go-to technology across industries A leading organization with over 325 members in smart home and IoT industries, the Z-Wave Alliance announces long-time Universal Remote Control executive and CEDIA board member Mitchell Klein as its new Executive Director. Klein joins the Alliance after more than 8 years as a senior team member at URC, helping to transform the company from a remote co...

Lenel is there for the 17th consecutive year helping to protect players, coaches, officials and fans As 16 teams from around the world converge for the 69th annual Little League World Series, Lenel, a leading provider in advanced security systems, is there for the 17th consecutive year helping to protect players, coaches, officials and fans. Lenel is part of UTC Building & Industrial Systems, a unit of United Technologies Corp. Annual Participation Each year, Lenel contr...

PSA Security Network to distribute Identiv uTrust reader platform and uTrust SmartID credentials Identiv, Inc. recently announced it has entered into a partnership with PSA Security Network to distribute Identiv’s uTrust TS Premises Readers and credentials. PSA Security Network is the world’s largest electronic security cooperative, owned by the most progressive security integrators throughout North America. These leading security systems integrators are responsibl...

uTrust TS ScramblePad is a significant update to Identiv’s reader for high-security government and commercial entryways Identiv, Inc. recently announced that the uTrust TS ScramblePad Government Reader is now included on the U.S. government’s FICAM Approved Products List (APL). The General Services Administration (GSA) lab, which is part of the Federal Identity, Credential, and Access Management (FICAM) Testing Program, has evaluated and approved Identiv’s uT...

ESX recently announced its 2016 convention in Fort Worth, TX from June 8-10 The Electronic Security Expo (ESX) - the national trade event where electronic security and life safety dealers, integrators, and monitoring professionals connect, learn, and prepare for the future wowed attendees at its 8th annual event in Baltimore at the Baltimore Convention Center June 24-26. Once again, providing the perfect blend of networking, education, and technology focus, the event drew the...

Galaxy adds four new manufacturers’ rep firms to handle sales and support activities in markets Galaxy Control Systems, a leading provider of integrated access control, video and security solutions, has partnered with four new manufacturers’ representative firms to handle sales and support activities in markets that continue to show rapid expansion opportunities for the company. The New Representative Firms The new rep firms include: Bongiorno & Associates, I...

Honeywell MAXPRO Cloud integrated video surveillance and access control security system wins ESX award The Electronic Security Expo (ESX) - the national trade event where electronic security and life safety dealers, integrators, and monitoring professionals connect, learn, and prepare for the future - announced the winner of ESX 2015 TechVision Challenge. ESX continues to highlight next-generation technology in the electronic security and life safety industry. This year, ESX...

Adams Rite will also focus on installing the -eForce 3090P/C (Prox/iClass) keyless entry Adams Rite, an ASSA ABLOY Group company, is exhibiting its newest electronic access control solutions for the locksmith community at the ALOA 2015 Security Expo. The company is highlighting electrified options that are simple to install and result in vastly improved access control at ASSA ABLOY booth #101 in the Reno Events Center, July 24-25. Latest Enhancements Three important upgrades...

Marks USA appoints Jeffrey Holbrook and Thomas Masterson as eastern and western regional sales managers Marks USA, a division of NAPCO Security Technologies, Inc., Amityville, NY, is pleased to announce the appointment of Jeffrey Holbrook and Thomas Masterson as Eastern and Western Regional Sales Managers, respectively, reporting to Marks VP Sales, Bill Sporre. Jeffrey Holbrook joins Marks USA as its Eastern Regional Sales Manager, having worked prior in the architectural doo...

Farpointe Data, a DORMA Group Company, the access control industry's trusted global partner for RFID solutions, recently announced that companies using access control readers with Farpointe's fleaPower option can expect long term energy savings. The fleaPower option is available on all Farpointe Data proximity and smartcard readers. This eco-friendly technology cuts energy costs and is an easy addition to any company's green initiative. In emergency power situations, proximity readers using the...