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Allegion™, a security products and solutions provider, has moved readers and credentials to its Schlage® portfolio – giving customers a single, unified source for access control solutions. Schlage Access Control Benefits Customers who use Schlage readers and credentials, which were formerly aptiQ® and XceedID®, can expect the same great products, part numbers, compatibility and customer service. The only change is that these products now carry the Schlage name. “...

Latch is excited to announce its partnership with Comelit, a provider of building intercom solutions, to introduce the first complete intercom and access integration. This new partnership will enable building owners and residents to manage and receive their guests and deliveries, safely and securely, from anywhere in the world. Comelit Background Comelit, based in Italy, has been developing security and intercom products since the 1950s and is a widely-known and respected brand in the industr...

Kwikset®, a residential door hardware brand in the U.S. and part of the Hardware and Home Improvement (HHI) division of Spectrum Brands Holdings, Inc. has teamed up with Amazon to offer renters and homeowners two smart lock solutions to choose from when purchasing an Amazon Key In-Home Kit. Secure Home Access Amazon Key is a new service from Amazon that allows Prime members in 37 cities and surrounding areas across the U.S. to receive in-home delivery and grant secure home access for guest...

Sielox’s latest enhancements to its innovative AnyWare Browser-Based Access Control Platform makes it faster, easier to use and more scalable than ever for small to mid-sized businesses. Highlighted at ASIS 2017, Booth 1533, AnyWare features templates for easy configuration, performance and speed. Authorized users can manage their doors and alarm points from anywhere at any time with the same user interface via a variety of mobile or fixed networked devices including smartphones, tablets...

Morse Watchmans will introduce Version 2 of its industry-leading KeyWatcher® Touch key control and asset management solution at ASIS 2017. ASIS Demonstrations Hands-on demonstrations will showcase the new features including support for Morse Watchmans’ new AssetWatcher secure physical storage solution; additional enterprise application functionality; and a new easier and faster database design, among other upgrades. “By leveraging our industry experience and technology profici...

Morse Watchmans has announced the release of Gallagher’s Command Centre Access Control System integration module for its flagship KeyWatcher® Touch system. The new module enables users to map Command Centre access groups with KeyWatcher Touch profiles, allowing new users to be added to the system from Gallagher’s Command Centre. New Business And Security Advantages “KeyWatcher’s open architecture platform provides new business and security advantages based on enhanc...

Morse Watchmans has expanded its portfolio of key and asset control products and technologies with the newly available RFID-based AssetWatcher System. Featured this week at ASIS 2017, AssetWatcher’s RFID technology uses non-contact wireless radio links to recognize and track tagged assets placed in or removed from lockers. It is compatible with multiple types of RFID tags as well as different types of assets, and features an audible confirmation when a tag has been read. Taking Asset Con...

Identiv, Inc. has announced its first open source software release. The company is releasing the code used to program and personalize its uTrust TS Card line and is publishing the Open Access Card Format (OACF) that describes the data written to the cards. Identiv’s uTrust TS Cards are secure credentials for physical access control, based on NXP®’s MIFARE DESFire EV1/EV2 high frequency (HF) 13.56 MHz technology, and are compatible with 125 kHz low frequency (LF) proximity card s...

Kwikset brand of Spectrum Brands Inc., the provider of residential security, announces Kwikset Convert, the company’s new Z-Wave Smart Lock Conversion Kit. The kit will turn mechanical locks – even non-Kwikset locks – into smart, electronic locks, bringing the convenience of keyless entry and home automation to new consumer audiences. Kwikset Convert The Conversion Kit replaces the interior half of an existing lock without changing the exterior. Consequently, Kwikset Convert...

Farpointe Data, the access control industry's trusted global partner for RFID solutions, has just posted the first radio frequency identification(RFID) Cybersecurity Vulnerability Checklist for access control manufacturers, distributors, integrators, and end users to use to protect their access control systems from becoming hacker gateways to their facilities and IT systems. Knowing what to do is especially important now that government agencies, such as the United States Federal Trade Commissio...

The updated LRU1002 Long Range Reader packs a host of new, user-friendly features, well matched for vehicle identification and logistics access control system applications The newest version of FEIG Electronic’s successful UHF Long Range Reader – the LRU1002 – adds new capabilities, easier installation and seamless integration with RAIN RFID and FEIG’s reader and antenna product family. LRU1002 UHF Long Range Reader “Simpler operation through in...

Pro-Watch 4.3 combines access control, video surveillance, intrusion detection and other business critical functions into one intelligent business management system Honeywell has announced a new iteration of its Pro-Watch® security management system that helps integrators more easily create connected buildings for enterprise customers. The solution has been updated to include custom solutions for highly-connected campuses, along with the vendor portal for the Airport marke...

A "key" feature that differentiates the MedixSafe Key Care Cabinet from low-end key cabinets is that it enables more secure access MedixSafe, the provider of access control cabinet market, introduces its new Key Care Cabinet offering. It allows the user to not only organize their access keys, but to control them, as well. Enabling Secure Access A "key" feature that differentiates the MedixSafe Key Care Cabinet from low-end key cabinets is that it enables more secure access....

Through global partnerships with respected resellers, Traka’s solutions can reach worldwide markets Traka, the provider of asset and intelligent key management solutions, will showcase its enterprise level solutions at ASIS International’s 62nd Annual Seminar and Exhibits in Orlando, Florida at the ASSA ABLOY booth #3601. This 20,000+ person event will take place September 12th - 15th.  ASIS 2016 is the world’s most influential security event providing...

The nexTouch is a simple access control solution that provides stand-alone security to a variety of commercial facilities At ISC West 2016, Yale Locks & Hardware will be showcasing the new Yale nexTouch™ Keypad Access Lock. Easily Upgraded With Plug-in Technology Keys The ANSI/BHMA Grade 1 certified nexTouch is a simple access control solution that provides stand-alone security to a variety of commercial facilities. In addition to its flexibility as a stand-alo...

Morse Watchmans’ ISC West exhibit demonstrates how its advanced key management systems create an integrated state-of-the-art security system Product enhancements that add convenience and network security, and an expanded list of integrations and connectivity with leading access control solutions are just some of the innovations featured by Morse Watchmans this week at ISC West. Also on display is a new video that captures the essence of the industry-leading key managemen...

Morse Watchmans KeyWatcher Touch features security and notification upgrades and ease of use improvements Morse Watchmans is introducing enhancements to its KeyWatcher Touch that are designed to make the key management system even more secure and more useful for today’s business needs. New features being presented at ISC West include security and notification upgrades and ease of use improvements, all driven by real-world customer feedback. Better Cyber Security And Con...

SmartKey Reader is also compatible with the KeyBank Touch Auto allowing the user to enter vehicle information Morse Watchmans is showing the latest in key control and asset management products and features at ASIS 2015. The exhibit offers visitors the opportunity to see, touch and hear about the latest product introductions and enhancements for the flagship KeyWatcher® Touch system. The company is also demonstrating various KeyWatcher Touch integrations and connectivity wi...

KeyWatcher Touch feature enhancements include an audio jack to allow audible prompts and alarms Morse Watchmans is showcasing its product portfolio here at ASIS, delivering on the company’s technology leadership in advanced key control and asset management solutions for the connected world. Exhibit highlights include demonstrations of integration packages with leading access control systems as well as a full array of product offerings including the flagship KeyWatcher&re...

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’...

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...

Open Options makes key appointments to accommodate continued growth in the competitive security market Open Options, the open architecture leader in access control, has promoted key management personnel and has added new team members to accommodate continued growth and success in the competitive security market. “Open Options has changed dramatically over the last 18 years and we have positioned ourselves in the access control market for strong continued growth,”...

Traka showed visitors how it’s key and asset management products can integrate with software Traka, the key and asset management specialist, reports positive feedback from the security industry after attending IFSEC 2015, with an overwhelming response to its integration capabilities. On its stand, Traka showed visitors first-hand how its key and asset management products can integrate with software like OnGuard from Lenel and AEOS from NEDAP. The event gave the comp...

Company created key control and management solutions that advance security levels and risk mitigation Morse Watchmans’ market-leading portfolio of key control and management solutions, featured this week at IFSEC at their booth (E1800), is helping organizations of every type improve operational security by providing innovative technology for comprehensive safeguarding and management of keys. With experience as a driving force of product development, the company has...

Company nurtures technological development, deliverable & accessible for customers Exhibiting alongside many of its integration and OEM customers, ASSA ABLOY, the global leader in door opening solutions, will be using its presence at this year’s IFSEC to explain why open communication platforms are the way to win business and create long term partnerships. As a Forbes top 100 innovative company, ASSA ABLOY recognizes the need to nurture technological development...

deister will have its consultants on the stand along with technical team to discuss any needs and demonstrate products Darren Harrold, UK Director says “IFSEC 2015 gives us the opportunity to demonstrate a set of truly connected systems. We can show people how their building can be managed from front door to back with the ease of working with one set of products, a single software and a company with 35 years of knowhow.” Single Manufacturer, Single Point Of Contac...

Across Europe 70% of the OEM market has integrated one or more of ASSA ABLOY’s product lines With plans to announce new integration partners at this year’s IFSEC exhibition, ASSA ABLOY will showcase its unrivalled integration and global scope. The Integration Zone (D1700, Hall S17) highlights the collective strength of ASSA ABLOY technologies, and demonstrates how this can benefit system integrators and OEMs. Across Europe approximately 70% of the OEM market h...

For several months now, the Virtual Keypad™ App has provided Video Verification for the end-user to confirm or cancel an alarm. During an alarm situation video verification delivers video from the premises to the system owner via their Virtual Keypad™ App enabling instant visual assessment of the situation for the appropriate response. DMP and SecureCom Video are now introducing Video Verification to the Central Station. This patent pending technology is compatible with any Automatio...

ECKey (www.ECKey.com), the market leader in Smartphone Access Control Systems and Bluetooth Readers, recently announced that it has introduced VIZpin LITE, a free version of VIZpin, the popular cloud-based Access Control as a Service (ACaaS) and visitor management service. VIZpin LITE is a single-door version of VIZpin. Any VIZpin-enabled device can be registered at VIZpin.com, letting you send secure, encrypted VIZpin keys to that device from anywhere and to anyone with the VIZpin app.  V...

Traka will show visitors how it’s key and asset management products can integrate with other softwares Traka, the key and asset management specialist, will be attending IFSEC 2015 on stand D1700. The company will be demonstrating its advanced capabilities that enable Traka to work seamlessly with most access control systems in the security industry. At the show, Traka will show visitors firsthand how its key and asset management products can integrate with software...