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IFSEC, representing the world’s largest and most successful series of integrated security events, is expanding into the Egyptian market with the launch of IFSEC Egypt. This event will be held in Cairo’s EIEC on 4-6 November 2020 and will be held alongside fire safety show FIREX Egypt, which takes place for the first time on 3-5 November 2019, and the long-established power and energy event Electricx. IFSEC Egypt introduces the successful IFSEC brand to a large and growing market, pr...

QR-Patrol is participating for the first time in Intersec Middle East Exhibition, taking place on 19-21 January 2020 in Dubai, UAE. The company could not be more excited to showcase their cloud Guard Tour Solution in one of the world’s premier trade fairs for Security, Safety & Fire protection. It is a truly international show, gathering exhibitors and visitors from all over the world. With the great influence of Intersec in the Middle East and the broader area, their expectations fro...

Scheduled to be held from 19 - 21 January, 2020, INTERSEC 2020 in Dubai will showcase the latest products in security, safety and fire protection. Bosch Building Technologies will display its innovative security, safety and communications products on booth SA-C26 in Saeed Arena.   IP 3000i cameras with smart video  Bosch introduces another industry first with the all-new range of IP 3000i cameras. The latest portfolio includes a range of four form factors that offer high quality...

MedixSafe, a provider of access control cabinet market, is pleased to announce the launch of its new website showcasing its diverse access and key control solutions. The Memphis, TN-based company was founded in 2009 when it first began designing and manufacturing narcotics control cabinets for the EMS market. MedixSafe’s triple security-plus technology® with wireless connection to a user’s network and mobile devices enables the user to reliably monitor and track access to their...

Allied Universal, global security and facility services company in North America, has recently announced the acquisition of Advent Systems, Inc., international low-voltage integrator of IP video, access control, structured cabling and audio/visual systems based in Elmhurst, Illinois, a suburb of Chicago. Terms of the deal were not disclosed. acquisition of Advent Systems "Adding Advent Systems helps us grow strategically and geographically especially within the Chicago market," said Steve Jone...

The grand opening of The 17th China Public Security Expo (CPSE 2019) was successfully held in Shenzhen Convention and Exhibition Center. With the theme “Dahua Heart of City — Leading The Intelligent Twins Evolution”, Dahua Technology, globally renowned video-centric smart IoT solution and service provider, brilliantly displays the solution achievements under its new Smart City structure, including Safe City, Smart Traffic, Smart Retail, Smart Firefighting, and other success cas...

MOBOTIX is making the next big advance in intelligent video technology, furthering its mission statement of going ‘Beyond Human Vision’. By launching its new MOBOTIX 7 open solution platform and the M73 high-end camera that uses it, the company is once again cementing its position as a globally established company in this technology. Supported by artificial intelligence and application solutions based on deep learning, the new generation of video cameras not only enables an unlimite...

Hikvision, the world’s provider of innovative security products and solutions, has announced its financial results for the third quarter of 2019. During Q3 of 2019, Hikvision generated a revenue of RMB 15.92 billion, having achieved a year-over-year (YoY) growth of 23.12%, and net profits attributable to shareholders of the Company was RMB 3.81 billion, representing a year-over-year growth of 17.31%. During the period of Q1-Q3, Hikvision accumulated a total operating income of RMB 39.84 b...

VuWall, global provider of video wall control and AV network management solutions, has announced an update to its flagship video wall control and collaboration platform, VuWall2. New enhancements to the powerful software solution include colored borders and color detection, support for the Milestone XProtect unified security platform, further integration with the IHSE Draco tera matrix, and extended KVM support of IP sources. VuWall2 solution "A control room must be a highly flexible environm...

AES Corporation, the manufacturer of private wireless mesh radio alarm communication products and services, is pleased to announce the appointment of Corey J. Carter to the position of Vice President of Operations. Corey brings a wealth of manufacturing experience with over twenty years of his career spent in plant and facilities management. In his new role on the Leadership Team, he is responsible for overseeing all manufacturing staff operations and directing production processes. He also has...

Share911, a security technology company that offers critical communication solutions, announced that the company will be showcasing its collaborative mass notification platform at the ISC East Show in booth #1449. ISC East is the northeast’s largest security trade show and will be taking place at the Jacob Javits Center on November 20th-21st, 2019. The show boasts over 7,000 security and public safety professionals coming together in New York each year to meet experts from over 250 leadin...

Security Essen is continuing to consolidate its position as a platform for the security industry. Numerous companies have confirmed their participation in the leading international trade fair, which will take place at Messe Essen from 22 to 25 September 2020. Particularly pleasing: In addition to many long-standing customers, the registrations also include companies which will take part in Security Essen again for the first time after a break. Amongst others, Telenot and Securiton will present...

Teijin Aramid has announced its participation at Milipol Paris 2019, global event for homeland security and safety, which takes place at the Villepinte Exhibition Center in Paris, France. From November 19 to 22, at booth 5N122, globally renowned manufacturer of premium aramids will show how their para-aramids Twaron and Technora, meta-aramid Teijinconex and ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene (UHMWPE) Endumax can add value to highly efficient protective equipment for police, justice, borde...

CentralSquare, which holds a market position in public safety software, announced that it has entered into a partnership with Genetec Inc., the global provider of video surveillance software and a provider of technology for unified security, public safety and operations. The partnership brings together CentralSquare’s broad and unified Public Safety Enterprise and Pro suites and flagship products from Genetec, including Genetec Citigraf™ and Genetec Clearance™. Combining these...

NSI has announced it will be exhibiting for the first time at CONSEC, taking place on 3rd October 2019 at the Radisson Edwardian Heathrow, where the NSI team will be spotlighting its Associate Consultancy Programme (ACP) – an independent referral listing. CONSEC is the Association of Security Consultant’s (ASC) annual event for security consultants and the broad spectrum of people responsible for organizational security and safety. The NSI Associate Consultancy Programme enables Con...

Two promising technology companies will be joining forces to create a global smart safety management system. Born2Global Centre member companies Alchera and GSIL recently signed an MOU for joint technology development and commercialization in the construction safety sector. AI video-based fire detection  The MOU provides the basis for the technological convergence of Alchera’s AI video-based smoke and fire detection solution and GSIL’s IoT smart safety management system. After...

Door & Hardware Federation (DHF) has announced that its automated gate safety campaign, Gate Safety Week, has become Gate Safety Month. The Tamworth-based trade association launched the initiative in 2014; since then, the campaign has received increasing national attention and the support of some of the most influential organizations in the security, enforcement, inspection, education and safety sectors, such as HSE and The British Safety Council.  “Such is the profile of Gate Sa...

Custom Electronic Supply, a wholesale distributor of security electronics based in San Jose, California, was acquired on August 30th, 2019 by security distribution veterans Jason Dennis, Lannie Green, Matthew Green, and Danny Cranford. Dennis, along with Matt and Lannie Green, has deep distribution roots. They are the former owners of San Antonio-based Security General International, a privately-held solutions provider specializing in the distribution of emerging technology products and connect...

Interlogix, a division of UTC Climate, Controls & Security, announces a plan to dismantle its businesses in the United States and Canada by the end of the year. Here is a statement from the company: “After a thorough portfolio review of our security business, we have communicated our plans to wind down our Interlogix U.S. and Canada businesses. This decision will allow us to focus on the significant growth opportunities for our other fire and security businesses, including LenelS2.&rd...

National Security Inspectorate (NSI), the UK’s third party certification body for the security and fire safety sectors, was a proud sponsor of the 2019 Women in Security Awards which took place on 12 September, recognizing the significant contribution and achievements of women within the wider world of security. Organized by Professional Security Magazine and Patron, Una Riley, almost 250 security professionals gathered aboard the Dixie Queen riverboat on the River Thames to celebrate and...

Interlogix has recently announced that they will be winding down their operations in North America by the end of 2019. Anixter’s goal is to ensure that the customers have access to the solutions they need to operate their business effectively. They have a wide array of world-class technology partners and products including intrusion, video, access control and connectivity, that provide excellent alternative options to Interlogix products and solutions.

The Open Security & Safety Alliance (OSSA), an industry body comprised of leaders, influencers and innovative organizations from all facets within the security, safety and building automation space, celebrates its one-year anniversary. Within its first 12 months, OSSA attracted 30+ members ranging from device manufacturers, software developers and system integrators to distributors and system on a chip (SoC) companies – helping lay the groundwork for improved security, safety, buildin...

Professionals from varied spheres in the security, safety and fire protection industry gathered for the second edition of the Intersec Awards during a gala event to celebrate their achievements in the global fire safety and security industry. The ceremony which was hosted by Messe Frankfurt Middle East, the organizers of Intersec – was held at Dubai’s Habtoor Palace Ballroom and saw more than 250 guests attend. Commercial security and fire protection The awards saw 130 entrants ac...

AMG, the ISO 9001:2015 approved UK manufacturer and global provider of environmentally robust fiber, analog, IP/Ethernet, wireless & hybrid communication transmission solutions, has announced the start of a global growth plan. Capitalizing on significant new external investment, AMG plans to promote its British designed and manufactured products to markets around the world. There will be investment to significantly increase the AMG product range, to increase its technical and sales resource...

Hikvision USA Inc., a provider of security hardware equipment and software solutions, will showcase advanced technology that is specifically designed for small and medium-sized businesses (SMB) at the GSX show here Sept. 9-12. It is also launching the Hikvision Product Selector at GSX. “Deep learning, significant false alarm reduction, fire and temperature detection, and brilliant color images in complete darkness are not the kinds of features normally included in video surveillance techno...

Johnson Controls will exhibit security technologies and platforms that are helping to advance the safety, comfort and intelligence of spaces in order to power the mission of its customers at Global Security Exchange (GSX) in Chicago from Sept. 8 through Sept. 12. In booth #703, Johnson Controls will showcase innovative technologies that work together to construct connected, intelligent facilities in an “Integrated Smart Buildings Command Center.” Attendees will have an inside look i...

Altronix, a pioneer in power and data transmission products for the professional security industry, is featuring its new Maximal Fit series of access power controllers at GSX 2019, booth 933. These units provide system designers and integrators with a more compact and economical alternative to our popular Maximal series. “Our new Maximal Fit models lower the cost of deploying access control, utilizing less space,” said Alan Forman, President, Altronix Corporation. Single or dual po...

Threat Extinguisher, a Columbus, Ohio based innovator of a patented, innovative, non-lethal active shooter violence solution, has partnered with Paul Boucherle CPP CSC, founder of Matterhorn Consulting, LLC, to continue guiding their growth. Sam Fasone shared their core mission, "Our passion is saving lives in situations of extreme violence by providing an effective means of communication and defensive solution to the average person during highly stressful events. We have implemented our soluti...

The AMICO Security team is excited to display their new AMIGUARD 5700 fencing at the 2019 Global Security Exchange (GSX) show in Chicago from September 10th through 12th. AMICO will be located at booth #1053. The new AMIGUARD 5500 and 5700 Wire Fence System addresses the drawbacks of chain link fencing. It enhances the safety in a cost effective system without compromising the visibility or aesthetics. Wire mesh for enhanced security The AMICO Security Wire system includes the 5500 double wir...

Allied Universal, global security and facility services company in North America, has recently announced a broad array of new all-inclusive capabilities and divisions, which will be showcased at the Global Security Exchange (GSX) conference (Booth #523) slated for September 8 – 12 at Chicago’s McCormick Place. Allied Universal recently launched HELIAUS, an advanced artificial intelligence platform, and announced new divisions such as Allied Universal Technology Services, Allied Univ...