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SNGTM takes a broad look the latest research, and commercial and industrial market trends in the security industry The Security Industry Association (SIA) has announced the agenda for Securing New Ground® (SNGTM), the security industry’s top executive conference, scheduled for Oct. 28-29, 2015, at the Millennium Broadway Hotel in New York City. The SNGTM 2015 This executive forum takes a comprehensive look at the state of the security industry, the latest research,...

Farpointe Data’s Stephen sheppard is a 30-year veteran of the security industry Farpointe Data, a DORMA Group Company, the access control industry's trusted global partner for RFID solutions, recently announced that, after approximately a six month absence, Stephen "Shep" Sheppard is back at the company to persuade worldwide integrators and access control manufacturers to partner with Farpointe Data and bring safe, secure access control to their own customers. Sheppard i...

The program is now managed by Vice President of Products, David Ella, a Symmetry product expert AMAG Technology, a leading provider of access control, video management and end-to-end security management solutions, announces its Symmetry™ Preferred Partner Program. Formerly known as the Symmetry Extended Business Solutions Program, the new name reflects how important this program is to AMAG and its technology partners to come together and deliver an integrated solution fo...

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...

Tyco Integrated Security (TycoIS), the leading security systems integrator, announces the availability of Kantech KT-1, a cost-effective, elegant and easy-to-install access control solution. Designed to scale for small- to medium-sized business (SMB) customers as well as enterprise customers, this single-entry controller offers the flexibility to expand with growing business security needs. The KT-1 solution is part of TycoIS’ small business value line, extending commercial-grade security...

The goal for the 1st annual Mission 500 ballgame is to raise $100,000 to help American children at risk NAPCO Security Technologies, Inc., announced its popular StarLink™ universal cellular alarm communicator brand, will co-sponsor the 1st Security Industry Softball Game benefiting U.S. children in need,  Sept 12 at noon, in Overpeck County Parks NJ. This new 1st annual Mission 500 Event, held in NJ, includes a long list of security sponsors, and is the latest Missi...

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...

The certification courses are designed to provide comprehensive, hands-on learning experience 3xLOGIC, Inc., a leading provider of integrated intelligent security solutions, recently announced the schedules for new BICSI-recognized Video Certification and Access Control Certification training courses. 3xLOGIC Certification courses are designed to provide a comprehensive, hands-on learning experience. Courses are taught throughout the year at locations across the US, Canada an...

The video management software part of Zetron’s video surveillance system utilizes a new user interface Zetron, a leading provider of mission-critical communications solutions worldwide, announced the release of updated video-management software that is part of Zetron’s Video Surveillance System offering. The Video Surveillance System includes a variety of IP-cameras, recorders, video-storage devices, and an integrated access-control system with badging functionalit...

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...

AMAG Technology, a leading provider of access control, video management and end-to-end security management solutions, is pleased to announce that longtime partner, Quantum Secure, part of HID Global, has integrated its Physical Identity and Access Management System, SAFE v4.9 with the latest version of AMAG’s Symmetry access control software. AMAG Technology and Quantum Secure cooperatively tested and certified this integration.  “We are thrilled to continue our partnership wit...

Attendees can learn how to protect their access control systems from skimming & relay attacks Farpointe Data, a DORMA GROUP Company, the access control industry's trusted global partner for RFID solutions, recently announced that attendees of the ISC East Show at the Jarvis Center North in New York City November 18-19 can learn how to protect their access control systems from skimming, eavesdropping and relay attacks with Farpointe's MAXSecure, Valid ID and Card Validation...

MorphoTrak's tattoo recognition algorithm helps make the transition from keyword to automated search MorphoTrak, a U.S. subsidiary of Morpho (Safran), announced recently that MorphoTrak's tattoo recognition algorithm placed first in the Tattoo Recognition Technology - Challenge (Tatt-C) evaluation conducted by the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST). Trial Examination Each trial examined a critical aspect of performance for an automated tattoo recogniti...

The combination of Guardsmark and Universal establishes the largest U.S.-owned security services company Universal Protection Service, a division of Universal Services of America and a portfolio company of Warburg Pincus and Partners Group, announced recently that it has acquired Guardsmark. The companies together create the largest U.S.-owned security company. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed. Guardsmark Background Based in Memphis, Tennessee, Guardsmark is one o...

On the heels of the release of Ocularis 5.0, OnSSI has now announced the introduction of several new technology integrations for its recently released VMS with C2P’s software solution. Ocularis 5.0, which is based on a new recorder, maximizes HDD storage effectiveness with dynamic data management for automatic storage load balancing, End-to-End 256 bit AES Encryption and edge recording support. The newly certified integrations with Ocularis 5.0, provide security professionals with valuable...

Dr. Nicole Spaun, Principal Facial Biometric Expert for MorphoTrak, will lead the training in comparison MorphoTrak, a U.S. subsidiary of Morpho (Safran), announced recently that it will offer vendor-independent training* in face comparison, filling an acknowledged gap in the field of computer-aided face recognition and facial identification. Automated face recognition systems are common in both law enforcement and civil applications, yet facial matching software can only pres...

The new catalog features 16 new course offerings since the last publication date of September, 2014 U.S. Security Associates (USA) announces the release of the new USA Security Academy Course Catalog, featuring the addition of 16 new course offerings since the last publication date of September 2014. As one of America’s largest security companies, with more than 160 local offices, U.S. Security Associates established USA Security Academy to deliver centralized, consisten...

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...

LifeSafety Power’s iSCAN is now part of Orion ECI’s entire product line LifeSafety Power, Inc. and Orion Entrance Control, Inc. (ECI) have partnered to bring integrated power solutions to the company’s leading line of innovative and customized entrance control lanes. Orion ECI, manufacturer of high-end optical barriers, speed gates and mechanical turnstiles is making LifeSafety Power’s intelligent networked power solutions an integral part of its entra...

Pulse Secure, the leader in next generation secure access solutions for enterprises and service providers, recently introduced a family of Pulse Secure Appliances built to power its Next Generation Secure Access framework that helps companies blend cloud services and data center applications into a seamless enterprise user experience. Mobile Applications And Cloud Services Mobile applications and cloud services are redefining the enterprise user experience giving workers anytime access to the...

Camden Door Controls has released their new CV-350 Series TCP/IP and RS485 networked access control system. Designed for 2 to 6 door applications, the system also provides virtually unlimited system expansion. System Integration And Other Features In addition to its 8 – 128 bit card readers, the system also features fully integrated fingerprint reader and keypad support. The graphics based software is free and allows management of all user credentials from a single screen. The TCP/IP and...

3xLOGIC, Inc., a leading provider of integrated intelligent security solutions, recently announced the release of its new VIGIL™ V250 Series NVRs. VIGIL V250 Series NVRs come with either 4 or 8 port embedded PoE switches, are pre-configured with VIGIL VMS software and have 2TB and 4TB storage, respectively. These NVRs offer full integration with a wide variety of data sources including Point-of-sale (POS), ATM, access control, alarms and audio devices, and provide both audio and video ver...

Mendoza will be responsible for managing day-to-day operations for commercial and residential sales activities Protection 1, the largest full-service business and home security company in the U.S., recently announced that it has named John Mendoza to the position of general manager for its Wichita branch. Mendoza will report to Regional Vice President Robert Kerr. ”John has been a valuable part of the Protection 1 family for the past 12 years and during that time he has...

Specialist security provider, Allegion, has introduced its complete range of Briton mechanical locking solutions, which meet Grade 3 of EN 12209 regulation – the Briton 5600 Series. Building on the success of Briton 5400 and 5500, the range has been bolstered with two additional Briton locks that are suitable for both internal and external doors in public buildings, in both new build and retrofit commercial applications. Ideal For Commercial Buildings Briton 5600 Series features special...

Tony Lorenzo Hardy joins Security Specialists as service manager, bringing over 20 years of security experience Security Specialists, Inc., a leading systems integrator and full-service solution provider of dynamic, high-performance, integrated life safety, electronic security, video surveillance and communications systems for commercial and residential clients, recently announced the addition of two new employees. They will report to Security Specialists Director of Sales, Ki...

Anviz and HID Global are leadingglobal providers of intelligent securitytechnology & integrated solutions Anviz, a leading global provider of intelligent security technology and solution, is pleased to announce that Anviz biometric terminals can now be paired with HID Global to improve the security level of the biometric devices. Partnership Ensures Better Product Performance The unification dates back to 2013 when Anviz's standalone Iris Recognition System UltraMatch integr...

This partnership allows the collaboration between two companies’ products, development and further integration PCSC, a designer and manufacturer of quality access control solutions confirms that it has entered into a strategic partnership with INEX/ZAMIR , a leading provider of ALPR solutions and services. This partnership will allow for the collaboration between the two companies’ products, development and further integration. As a result, sales channels can begin...

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...