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ISC West 2017: Qognify To Showcase Qblock NAS VMS Designed For Surveillance Industry

Visitors to Qognify’s booth will be able to see demonstrations of VisionHub Qblock and other market-leading solutions Qognify, a provider of big data solutions for physical security and operations, has announced that it will be showcasing Qblock, the most reliable turnkey NAS VMS solution designed for the surveillance industry at ISC West 2017. Visitors to Qognify’s booth, no. 9109, will be able to learn about and see demonstrations of VisionHub Qblock and other m...

PACS Vendors Lenel And Software House Announce Integration By Including The PLAI In Their OnGuard And C•CURE Products

Both companies have been active in the development of PLAI and have seen market demand for its features Physical Access Control System (PACS) vendors Lenel (UTC) and Software House (Tyco Security Products) have made a strong endorsement for the PSIA's Physical Logical Access Interoperability (PLAI) specification, by including it as a native implementation in their OnGuard and C•CURE products, respectively. OnGuard PLAI Adapter Each of these companies has been activ...

HySecurity Automated Gate Systems Now Available To PSA Security Network Integrators

HySecurity leads the access control industry with highest reliability access control point (ACP) products HySecurity announces their partnership with PSA Security Network. This relationship makes HySecurity premium commercial, industrial and anti-terrorist automated gate systems available to PSA Security Network integrators. Highly Reliable ACP Products HySecurity leads the access control industry with highest reliability access control point (ACP) products. “HySecurit...

Genetec Announces Technology Partnership With SimonsVoss GmbH

For systems integrators, this integration will offer a greater choice of industry-standard wireless electronic locks Genetec Inc. (“Genetec”), a provider of open architecture security and public safety solutions announces a technology partnership with SimonsVoss GmbH, a European manufacturer of electronic locks. Through this partnership, Genetec will be able to integrate the SimonsVoss SmartIntego Digital Locking Cylinder, Smart Handle and Padlock Wireless Locks wi...

SALTO Systems To Showcase Products, Software And Partnerships At ISC West 2017

Salto Systems will showcase access control products and software at ISC West 2017 SALTO Systems, a manufacturer of electronic access control solutions, will showcase new products, innovative technology in lock management software and exciting partnerships at the International Security Conference & Exposition ISC West, which takes place this April in Las Vegas. Wireless Access Control Mission “ISC West is always an exciting opportunity for SALTO Systems to share our...

Qognify Launches New VisionHub Qblock Converged Infrastructure For The Surveillance Industry

Qblock combines the power of Dell EMC PowerEdge servers, Dell EMC Isilon storage and Qognify’s VisionHub Video Management Solution Qognify, the provider of big data solutions for physical security and operations, announces the launch of Qblock. Qblock is a unique offering built on industry’s leading technology from Dell EMC to address the growing need for securely and efficiently storing critical video data. The Qblock converged infrastructure is designed specifica...

ASIS Releases Free Resources On Securing Houses Of Worship Due To Rise In Targeted Attacks

Houses of worship have always had special security concerns, as they are uniquely vulnerable open environments In response to the rise of attacks on houses of worship in the U.S. and around the world, ASIS International, the world’s largest membership association for security management professionals, is providing a suite of free resources to help support those responsible for protecting these vital community institutions. Escalating Threats Towards Faith-Based Communit...

ISC West 2017: Robotic Assistance Devices And SMP Robotics To Unveil Upgraded S5 Security Robot

RAD serves as the master distributor for SMP Robotics across North America Robotic Assistance Devices (RAD), an innovator in artificial intelligence and robotics, and SMP Robotics Systems Corp. will unveil the upgraded capabilities of SMP Robotics S5 Security Robot during 2017 ISC West Conference and Expo, being held April 5-7, in Las Vegas. SMP Robotics and RAD have entered into a distribution agreement in which RAD serves as the master distributor for SMP Robotics across Nor...

Identiv Awarded ISO 14001:2015 And ISO 9001:2015 Certification for materials, products, processes, and services

ISO defines parameters for compliance with the highest standards of quality, environmental responsibility Identiv, Inc. announces that it has been awarded the sustainable, environmentally responsible ISO 14001:2015 standard and the new quality management ISO 9001:2015. ISO (International Standards Organization) defines parameters for compliance with the highest standards of quality, environmental responsibility, and other characteristics of world-class organizations’ ope...

Brivo OnAir Cloud-based Access Control System To Include Mercury’s Open Platform Hardware

Brivo OnAir combines access control technology, video surveillance and mobile credentialing in a unified cloud-based security platform Brivo, the provider of cloud-based physical access control systems and mobile credentials, and Mercury Security, a global provider of OEM access control hardware, announces the integration of the Authentic Mercury open platform into Brivo’s flagship OnAir access control system. “We have always believed in open standards for our phy...

BioConnect And Suprema To Showcase Biometrics, Security And Identity Innovations At ISC West 2017

The new FaceStation 2 is a contactless facial recognition device with an adjustable wall bracket  BioConnect and Suprema will be at ISC West 2017 demonstrating the newest innovations in biometrics, security and identity in booth no. 22075. New facial recognition, dual-factor cabinet lock, cybersecurity and mobile solutions will be demonstrated in the joint booth.  With cybersecurity issues seemingly ever-more prevalent and the development of more user-friendly secur...

ISONAS To Exhibit New Line Of Software And Hardware Products At ISC West 2017

Pure Access 2.0 offers a brand-new user interface and experience ISONAS Inc., a Pure IP access control system manufacturer, announced that the company will be exhibiting their new line of software and hardware products at booth #5117 at the ISC West 2017 trade show, the largest security event in the world. The ISC West show will take place on April 5th – 7th at the Sands Expo Center in Las Vegas, Nevada. Pure Mobile Credentials At the show, ISONAS will be featuring its...

PSA Security Network Announces 2-Day Education Track Line-Up During ISC West 2017

Focus areas include cybersecurity, marketing, leadership, RMR, project management, and technical topics PSA Security Network, an electronic security cooperative, announced it will host an ISC West 2017 education track with sessions and a workshop during ISC West in Las Vegas, Nevada, April 4-5, 2017. Various PSA Committee members, staff, and other industry experts will lead the eight sessions that are included in the PSA Track. Focus areas include cybersecurity, marketing, le...

Open Options To Exhibit DNA Fusion At Converged Security Summit 2017

CSS provides the perfect opportunity to network, share ideas, and learn from industry subject matter experts Charles Johnson, Open Options’ Southeast Sales Manager, will be showcasing DNA Fusion at the inaugural Converged Security Summit (CSS) to be held on March 1, 2017, at the Georgia Aquarium in Atlanta, Georgia, from 8:00 am to 3:00 pm. Information And Physical Security Hosted by GC&E Systems Group, an Open Options-certified dealer company, CSS is a one-day com...

Logic Supply Hires Doug Falso To Lead Its Physical Security & Building Automation Team

Doug Falso will lead market development efforts in digital surveillance, access control and smart buildings Logic Supply, a global Industrial PC company, announced today that Doug Falso has joined the company to head up its Physical Security & Building Automation team. As the Account Executive dedicated to that vertical, Falso will lead market development efforts in digital surveillance, access control and smart buildings, among other applications. Mobile And Remote...

CLARK Security To Offer Access Control Training Sessions At 2017 Midwest Educational Seminar & Product Showcase

The event will feature over 25 training classes, ranging from general locksmithing to electronic access control CLARK Security, an Anixter company and a wholesale distributor of physical security products and services, will be hosting its 2017 Midwest Educational Seminar & Product Showcase, March 9-11 at the Hilton Northbrook, located at 2855 Milwaukee Avenue in Northbrook, Illinois. Access Control Training Sessions The event will feature over 25 training classes, o...

Matrix To Showcase IP Video Surveillance And Access Control Solutions At ISC West 2017

Matrix will be showcasing COSEC door controller and SATATYA SAMAS video management solution Matrix, a manufacturer and provider of telecom and security solutions, is participating in the ISC West 2017, Las Vegas, USA from 5th to 7th April 2017. Matrix will be showcasing its IP video surveillance and access control solutions at the event. COSEC Door Controller Matrix is known for offering value driven solutions catering to diverse, complex applications especially fo...

ONVIF Joins IoT Panel Discussion At TechSec Solutions 2017

Jonathan Lewit will touch on the array of connected devices and open platforms in the market ONVIF, a standardization initiative for IP-based physical security products, announced that it will be presenting at TechSec Solutions 2017, February 27-28, 2017, at the Delray Beach Marriott, Delray Beach, Florida, as part of a panel discussion on standards, best practices, cybersecurity, and the Internet of Things.Internet Of ThingsJonathan Lewit, Chair of the ONVIF Communication Com...

HSI Sensing’s Sentinel Entry-Point Sensor Achieves UL 634 Level 2 Listing

HSI Sensing is one of the five companies worldwide to achieve UL 634 Level 2 listing HSI Sensing, an Oklahoma-based manufacturer of custom reed switch and sensor technology, announced its Sentinel high-security entry-point sensor has been UL 634 Level 2 listed, placing it among an elite group of security sensors capable of monitoring highly sensitive areas. HSI Sensing is one of only five companies worldwide to achieve the UL 634 Level 2 listing.“We are very excited to a...

ISC West 2017: Genetec To Showcase Security Center 5.6 Along With Retail Intelligence And Collaborative Case Management Applications

At ISC West 2017, visitors will be able to see the Genetec Retail Intelligence application At ISC West 2017, on booth #28055, Genetec, a provider of open architecture security and public safety solutions will unveil the latest version of Security Center, its unified IP security flagship platform, as well as a new retail intelligence application targeted to retail marketing and operations users. The company will also showcase its new collaborative case management solution,...

Allied Universal expands niche market by acquiring Yale Enforcement security services division

The acquisition is a strategic move towards Allied Universal's expansion in niche areas Allied Universal, a facility services company and the largest security force in North America with over 150,000 employees, announces that it acquired the security services portion of Yale Enforcement Services, Inc. The Belleville, Illinois-based company offers a full range of solutions, including uniformed security professionals, mobile patrol, physical security and life safety. Terms of th...

VIDEOTEC Joins Ameristar Perimeter Security’s Perimeter InSite Initiative At ASIS 2017

No single solution can prevent an incident from occurring. However, when a team of experts collaborates to provide a complete solution, there is a high probability for success vs. a single source solution. VIDEOTEC is proud to participate in Perimeter InSite, an Ameristar Perimeter Security initiative, developed to maximize relationships within an alliance of technology partners. Complementary technologies are designed to help detect, assess, listen, see, alert and deny intrusions of critical i...

Identiv Launches uTrust TS Access Cards To Upgrade Physical Access Control

The MIFARE DESFire EV1 platform used in the cards carries the Common Criteria EAL4+ certification Identiv announced the launch of its uTrust TS Cards, a new high-frequency 13.56 MHz access card product line delivering increased security at a much lower cost with the excellent compatibility, service, and quality standards that have made Identiv’s card offerings so popular. Identity Management And Authentication Despite the security weaknesses of 125 kHz proximity...

Feenics Hires Paul Cohn As Western Regional Business Development Manager

Cohn’s experience will be critical in the growth of Feenics’ Keep Access Control as a Service (ACaaS) subscription model Feenics, a provider of cloud-hosted access control and security management solutions, appointed Paul Cohn as Western Regional Business Development Manager.  Cohn joins the rapidly expanding Feenics organization to focus on channel partnerships and developing relationships with end-users, consultants, and other key stakeholders. He will cove...

Razberi Survey - Video Costs, Quality And Reliability Are Main Security Surveillance Concerns

Physical security leaders seek to minimize network impact while maximising video quality and security When it comes to video surveillance systems, security professionals are most focused on maintaining quality at the right cost, simplifying management, and improving reliability. These findings – from a Razberi Technologies survey of more than 100 security systems integrators and enterprise security leaders – highlight the challenges of cost effectively capturing hi...

AMAG Technology Appoints Kurt Takahashi As President

Kurt Takahashi is an expert in physical identity management and sales AMAG Technology, a G4S company, announced that Kurt Takahashi, Senior Vice President, Sales, has been promoted to President. Delivering Unified Solutions Kurt began at AMAG in February 2015 and successfully grew the business through his management of the sales, sales engineering, and business development teams. Understanding AMAG’s rich, successful history in manufacturing access control solutions, K...

HID Global Predicts Top Trends For 2017 In The Identity Technology Industry

The forecast for 2017 is also based on a breakthrough in adoption of mobile identity technology in 2016 HID Global, a provider of trusted identity solutions, forecasts a shift in the use of identity technology that will lead to increased adoption of mobile devices and the latest smart card technology, a greater emphasis and reliance on the cloud, and a radical new way of thinking of trust in smart environments and Internet of Things (IoT). Ultimately, HID Global predicts the...

Brivo OnAir And Savance Integrate Access Control With Business Automation

The partnership offers customers new, comprehensive physical access control and business operations solutions Brivo, a provider of cloud-based access control and mobile credentials, and Savance, a provider of business automation and employee tracking software solutions, announced its integration partnership. The partnership will provide customers with unified, customizable, and fully scalable solutions—combining access control with visitor management, staff tracking, tim...

Arteco VEMS Integrates With Razberi Video Surveillance Appliances

Technology partnership enhances event-based intelligence for security and business applications Arteco, a global provider of intelligent video event management solutions, announces its integration with Razberi Technologies' ServerSwitchIQ suite of video surveillance appliances, including ServerSwitchIQ, ServerSwitchIQ Pro, ServerSwitchIQ Enterprise and ServerSwitchIQ Rugged. Enhanced Situational Awareness And Operational Optimization Joint customers can now leverage the int...

Farpointe P-640 And P-620 Proximity Readers And Delta6.4 Smart Card Reader Meet 2-Factor Authentication As Per NIST Guideline

Farpointe Data’s P-640 and P-620 proximity readers and Delta6.4 smart card reader meet the impending requirements for 2-factor authentication as described by NIST’s federal guideline Farpointe Data, the access control industry's trusted global partner for RFID solutions, announced that its Pyramid P-640 proximity card reader with keypad, P-620 mullion style proximity card reader with keypad and Delta6.4 smart card reader with keypad meet the impending requirements...