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Pyreos, one of the world’s first suppliers of integrated digital ezPyro SMD pyroelectric sensor subsystems for gas, flame, and analysis applications, announces a significant design win with Safe Zone Technologies Inc which supplies gunfire detection systems for indoor spaces. In this application ezPyro infrared detectors are used for high-speed muzzle-flash detection and analysis. The Pyreos sensor is integrated into a very small networked multi-sensor solution which is easily installed w...
STANLEY Security, one of the UK’s pioneering security providers, has launched STANLEY Interactive, a smart business solution enabling customers to manage all their security systems from a single, easy to use app. Designed specifically for small and medium sized businesses whose owners are frequently time poor, STANLEY Interactive provides a fast, cost-effective means of managing business security - intruder detection, CCTV, lights and more - whether on-site or at home. STANLEY Interactive...
Telguard, a front-runner in cellular alarm communication for security and life safety systems, has increased its support of the pro-installed channel and ESA by boosting the strategic partnership with the association from Gold to Platinum for 2021. “Moving up to the Platinum level is a natural step in the progression of our brand,” Telguard President, George Brody, says. “We look forward to a very prosperous 2021 for our dealers, distributors, central stations, employees, and...
Fenix Monitoring, an approved NSI Gold Alarm Receiving Center (ARC), has entered into a new partnership with OPTEX to support its customers in providing state-of-the-art security response services. The business, founded in 2018 by Managing Director, Carl Meason, will harness the reliability and performance of OPTEX’s Intelligent Visual Monitoring solution to extend its services to provide visually verified alarms, enhancing security by capturing genuine alarms while filtering out nuisance...
Employees should always feel safe and cared for at their workplace, with the assurance that any risks to their safety have been taken seriously. In fact, it is an employee’s right to work in an environment in which risks to their health and safety are properly controlled. Without paying proper attention to employee safety, employers risk their employees’ health, safety and contentment at their workplace. Employee safety management in the workplace Aside from employee well-being, p...
Userful is a foremost and award winning provider of first 100% software-based AV-over-IP platform solution that allows mission-critical control rooms and operation centers to reliably monitor all their physical and software based security endpoint solutions. These include but are not limited to: VMS systems, Access Control Systems, Intrusion Detection Systems, Data Analytics Applications and many, many more. All driven by Userful's cloud-cased, central management platform helping operators and m...
Globally renowned sensor specialist, HENSOLDT has announced that they will modernize the artillery location radar, COBRA, which is in service with several NATO (North Atlantic Treaty Organization) armies. Under a contract awarded by the multi-national procurement organization, Organization Conjointe de Cooperation en matière d’Armement (OCCAR) – Organization for Joint Armament Co-operation, HENSOLDT will replace the Radar Target Generator (RTG), a core element for the test en...
Paxton Access Ltd. (Paxton Inc.) is excited to introduce Paxton10, the company’s most powerful system yet. The system combines access control, video, free Bluetooth smart credentials (with zero license fees), feature-rich software and for the first time, Paxton10 cameras, all in one system. Paxton10 access control system Paxton’s Vice President Sales, Jonathan Lach, said “Using the latest technology to combine access events and video footage in one place, Paxton10 will simpli...
Johnson Controls, the front-runner for smart, healthy, and sustainable buildings, announced new Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) commitments, science-based targets as well as a net zero carbon pledge to support a healthy, more sustainable planet over the next two decades. The company’s and customers’ emissions reduction will be driven by Johnson Controls’ OpenBlue technologies and innovations which leverage big data and artificial intelligence to optimize buildings s...
The Open Security & Safety Alliance (OSSA), an industry body comprised of stakeholders from all facets of the security, safety and building automation space, announced it has joined Euralarm, the association of European manufacturers, installers and service providers from the electronic fire safety and security industry. By joining the Security Section within Euralarm, OSSA will contribute valuable expertise in the domain of Internet of Things (IoT), while leveraging on Euralarm’s pro...
Siemplify, the independent provider of security orchestration, automation and response (SOAR), and Anomali, the provider of intelligence-driven cybersecurity solutions, announces a partnership that delivers an integrated best-of-breed SOAR and threat intelligence platform (TIP) solution, making intelligence-driven security operations simple and accessible to organizations of all sizes. SOAR and TIP solutions are foundational technologies for every modern security operations team looking to comb...
The capabilities of miniature surveillance cameras are growing constantly - this is why for more than twelve years "the little ones" have also been among the most popular products made by the German manufacturer Dallmeier. With the new Dallmeier Picoline 5050 series, users in various industries can enjoy the benefits of a camera system which delivers 5 MP performance in an exceptionally compact format. Intelligent functions offer further added value. The cameras are available in in-ceiling moun...
Tavcom Training, part of Linx International Group, the globally renowned provider of accredited security systems training courses, has announced the launch of the first in a series of virtual classroom training courses added to its classroom training portfolio, starting with two fundamental courses, Intruder Alarm System Design BTEC Level 3 and CCTV System Design and Planning BTEC Level 3. Virtual classroom training courses Delivered via Zoom through online interactive lectures and workshops a...
Branch Insurance, which pioneered bundling home and car insurance online, announces a strategic partnership with ADT, a renowned provider of security and smart home solutions, to offer ADT home security customers discounts on their home and car insurance. This collaborative effort blends ADT's industry bespoke professional monitoring service for intrusion, smoke, carbon monoxide, and flood detection with Branch's instant-pricing model to create quicker, easier, and more affordable insurance for...
FLIR Systems, Inc. announced that it has received an additional US$ 30.1 million contract from the United States (U.S.) Army for sustainment efforts, tied in part to the service’s Man Transportable Robotic System Increment II (MTRS Inc. II) and Common Robotic System-Heavy (CRS-H) ground robot program. IDIQ contract The contract raises the maximum value on the company’s existing Indefinite Delivery, Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract to US$ 88 million, covering maintenance, parts a...
Installers across the UK can further enhance their security installation capability, after Legrand unveiled its first ever smart video doorbell to join a suite of connected products from its User Interface business unit. Allowing end users to see visitors at their door from anywhere in the world, Legrand’s smart doorbell is compatible with Apple HomeKit, Amazon Alexa and Google Home. Part of Legrand’s popular Netatmo smart home devices range, the new doorbell offers long-term saving...
A new range of Wisenet Public View Monitors (PVMs) equipped with a built-in SSL connected 2-megapixel camera have been introduced to help retailers deter fraudsters and shoplifters. Offering a choice of 10”, 27”, and 32” monitors, the 3 new PVMs are designed to be located at store entrances, shopping aisles, till points, or self-checkout pay points. With an SD/SDHC/SDXC slot that can facilitate up to 512GB of data storage, the PVMs provide store management with the opportunity...
The Protege Group, a prominent securities transportation specialist in Brazil, has specified its first fully automatic transmission as part of a pilot project to evaluate new armored cash transport trucks. Two armored high-value cargo light trucks, a Volkswagen 9.160CE and a Mercedes-Benz 915 E, have been equipped with an Allison 2000 Series™ transmissions. The trial of fully automatic transmissions is designed to make the company’s operations more efficient and productive by impro...
Johnson Controls, a provider of smart and sustainable buildings, and the architect of OpenBlue connected solutions, and Alcatraz AI have collaborated to provide a comprehensive suite of AI-powered security solutions and services to meet the growing need for frictionless entry and advanced building security. Leveraging its own data-powered access control technology combined with Alcatraz AI’s advanced facial authentication platform, the Alcatraz Rock, Johnson Controls offers comprehensive...
LRG Inc., an independent manufacturer's rep firm serving the electronic security industry, is celebrating its 20th Anniversary milestone in a big way. To show appreciation to its dealer and distribution partners, LRG will award two winning Dealer entries and two winning Distributor entries $500 at the end of each month through August 2021. Ranking as one the largest security and low voltage representation firms in the Central U.S., LRG has opened the contest to all installers/dealers and distr...
Researchers at internationally renowned cyber-security vendor, Check Point have reported a surge in cyber-attacks targeting healthcare organizations across the globe. Since the beginning of November 2020, researchers have documented a 45% increase in cyber-attacks targeting healthcare organizations worldwide, placing the healthcare sector at the top of the hit list for cyber criminals, when compared to all other industries. Surge in cyber-attacks on the healthcare sector The surge in cyber-at...
To ensure end-user clients achieve maximum value from their electronic security solutions, Tyco, the security products division of Johnson Controls, strives to provide the highest levels of pre- and post-sales support for system integrators throughout Europe, for whom Tyco branded products are their preferred choice. A shining example of a highly successful systems integrator, which has chosen to recommend Tyco access control and video surveillance solutions to their clients and has fully embra...
High-tech, Scottish-based site security company Safer Scotland has significantly enhanced its senior team as it continues to expand into the wider UK with the appointment of three security sector professionals. The Paisley-headquartered enterprise has secured the services of Peter Simpson as Head of Sales, Julian Free as Systems Specialist, and Paul McKenna as Business Development Executive. All three have chosen to join Safer Scotland from competitors within the industry. Head of sales Peter...
Marks USA, a division of NAPCO Security Technologies, announces that its new anti-ligature slide models are gaining popularity. New to the LifeSaver series, the 5-Point Ligature-Resistant Slide Behavioral Health Models are Grade 1 anti-ligature locksets, available in cylindrical and mortise. The solid stainless steel handle slides down freely in the locked or unlocked position and is tamper-proof through-bolted for durability and easy-installation. They meet the latest BHMA 156.34 Anti-Ligature...
Security breaches of borders, utility plants and airports can have catastrophic and devastating consequences, so protecting assets is vital. The global perimeter security market is expected to reach USD29.6 billion by 2025, driven by growing terrorist threats, increased awareness of illegal immigration, planned crimes, thefts and smuggling. Continuous monitoring system Existing perimeter intrusion detection technologies typically rely on point sensors such as cameras that are positioned along...
HITRUST, a data protection standards development and certification organization announced a major feature enhancement to its information risk management platform, HITRUST MyCSF, that significantly streamlines how organizations capture and present regulatory compliance evidence. HITRUST also introduced a new, no-cost Regulatory Assistance Center to further support organizations with a HITRUST CSF Certification as they prepare for and undergo regulatory audits. Compliance and Reporting Pack feat...
The video-based fire detection Aviotec IP starlight 8000 from Bosch can now be used in environments without visible light. With the help of newly developed AI algorithms for video analytics, Aviotec's firmware version 7.72 is now able to reliably detect smoke and flames even with pure infrared lighting. Up to now, it was already possible with Aviotec to reliably detect flames and smoke in difficult lighting conditions down to a minimum of 2 Lux. Expanded field of application There are many a...
3xLOGIC, Inc., a renowned provider of integrated, intelligent security solutions, announced new staff appointments as the company continues to expand despite a year filled with many challenges. These staff appointments are in North America, but growth continues apace in all markets with the company recently announcing the launch of the VIGIL video line of solutions throughout EMEA. David Galante is the new Senior Director of Global Product Management, he and his team manage the product roadmap...
GJD, an award-winning manufacturer and designer of smart electronic perimeter detection and high-performance LED illumination equipment, announces the launch of its D-TECT 50 AM, an external motion detector with a 50m detection range and Anti-Mask technology. The D-TECT 50 AM is a long-range high-performance BS8418 compliant external movement detector; which can be used for intruder monitoring, CCTV surveillance and other alarm warning requirements. The detector’s dual PIR anti-mask sensi...
Bosch Security Systems has released version 4.8 of its Building Integration System (BIS) which offers safe, touchless access control solutions to curb the spread of viruses like Covid-19. Secure access control solution BIS 4.8 supports biometric and mobile device authentication and provides building managers enhanced integration of fire panels and intrusion panels to ensure the security of buildings. The global COVID-19 pandemic has caused building operators to rethink their access control so...
