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Available only from Von Duprin, a new visual status indicator option for exit devices provides at-a-glance verification of the locked/unlocked status of the door. The indicators for the Von Duprin 98/99 Series Rim exit devices are similar to those offered on Schlage L-Series locks. As a result, teachers can easily identify if the door is locked and quickly secure the door’s exit device if it is unlocked. The new visual status indicator is available as an option on exit devices for both new...

The access control equipment market is projected to reach approximately $198 million Despite spending cuts from a sequestered budget and a still-recovering economy, suppliers of innovative, high-security access control solutions to the U.S. government can expect modest growth this year, according to a new report entitled “The World Market for Electronic Physical Access Control Equipment – 2013 Edition” from IMS Research, now part of IHS Inc. The market in 20...

The program provides streamlined access to Brivo's flagship ACS WebService® and ACS Onsite® products Brivo Systems LLC, leader in cloud applications for security management, recently announced that several dealers have achieved “Brivo Blue” status based on their performance on a mix of specific criteria and commitments. The Brivo Blue Independent Dealer Program is intended to deepen partnerships, offer valuable education, and provide an impressive array of...

HID Global®, a worldwide leader in secure identity solutions, recently announced it has expanded its SlimFlex™ Tag family of broadband UHF radio frequency identification (RFID) transponders with the addition of the new SlimFlex Standard 200 and Standard 301. Designed for flexibility and durability, SlimFlex Tag transponders are among the most versatile UHF RFID tags available, enabling greater adaptability for a range of RFID tag placement options. The SlimFlex Standard 200 and Standa...

HID Global will be responsible for the secure production, delivery and storage of up to two million Green Cards in 2013 HID Global, a worldwide leader in secure identity solutions, recently announced the US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), an agency of the US Department of Homeland Security, has selected the company as the prime contractor for the USCIS Permanent Resident Card – commonly known as the “Green Card.” Chosen for its capabilities in d...

Genetec also to showcase Stratocast, its new cloud-based video surveillance solution At ASIS 2013, on booth # 1914, Genetec, a pioneer in the physical security industry and a leading provider of world-class unified IP security solutions will demonstrate the latest version of Security Center the Company's unified security platform that blends video surveillance (Omnicast), access control (Synergis) and license plate recognition (AutoVu) into a single unified platform. Visitors...

LILIN’s VD022 standalone HD Decoder is a simple monitoring solution to connect to and display live images from LILIN iMEGAPRO IP cameras. In locations where only live video display is required, such as a store entrance, the VD022 provides the solution to connect a camera to your IP system. Without the HD Decoder, it would not be possible to view camera images on a monitor, unless using a PC. In many environments, this is not a feasible option; there is either no room for a PC to be positi...

The aptiQ smart card works in concert with CBORD's IP-based door access control technology tailored for colleges Ingersoll Rand Security Technologies recently announced that CBORD, leading provider of campus card and integrated security solutions, is joining the aptiQ Alliance program. CBORD’s customers at colleges and universities, healthcare facilities, and a variety of other industries can easily incorporate aptiQ smart card and prospective near field communications (...

The PSA Security Network selected the winners at their PSA-TEC 2013 event Brivo Systems LLC, leader in cloud applications for security management, recently announced that PSA Security Network selected the winners of their PSA Security Network Vendor Awards at the recently-concluded PSA-TEC 2013. At the conference, PSA members recognized Brivo Systems, LLC with their “Rising Star” award. “The Rising Star Award is presented to the vendor partner who has shown...

Moxa, a provider of hardened networking, communication and computing solutions, recently announced that all models in its 802.11n series of wireless access points will gain significant enhancements in speed and functionality through a free firmware upgrade.   The new firmware provides Moxa's AWK-3131 and AWK-4131 models with improved throughput up to 150 Mbps, automatic backup configuration through Moxa's ABC-01 unit, auto-negotiation for 4-pin Ethernet cables, and a number of other perfor...

Honeywell’s dealer program provides support in sales techniques and marketing strategies for dealers Honeywell has added a leading, locally-owned, Vermont security provider to its First Alert Professional Dealer Program, one of the nation’s most exclusive and prestigious security and dealer networks. Countryside Lock & Alarms, Inc. (“Countryside”), of Mount Holly, Vt., provides a wide range of security and life safety solutions to families and busin...

Performance Buildings will create a facility management system for access to shared and temporary offices HID Global, a worldwide leader in secure identity solutions, recently announced that its EdgeReader ERP40 networked access control solution and iCLASS SE® platform readers have been selected by systems integrator Performance Buildings to create an intelligent facility management system for “on demand” access to shared and temporary offices. Performance Buil...

The event is designed for security integration and monitoring companies  The sixth annual Electronic Security Expo (ESX), the security industry’s most important tradeshow, networking and education event, opens a week of activities in Nashville’s brand new Music City Center starting on June 17 until June 21. The event, designed for security integration and monitoring companies, is the industry’s only tradeshow owned and sponsored by the leading associatio...

The partnership enables the Seos digital keys applet to be embedded in Oberthur Technologies NFC SIM cards Oberthur Technologies, one of the world’s largest providers of security and identification solutions and services based on smart card technologies, recently announced its partnership with HID Global that provides Oberthur Technologies the ability to support the use of Seos® digital keys on NFC-enabled smartphones. The partnership enables the Seos digital keys ap...

The detectors are installed in airports, office buildings, government facilities, hospitals and retail stores Bosch Security Systems Inc., announces its request-to-exit detectors have opened more than 2.5 million doors across the U.S. as the company celebrates the product family’s 20th anniversary. The detectors are installed in airports, office buildings, government facilities, hospitals, retail stores and in many other applications throughout the nation. The performan...

The CO-Series offers a variety of option, such as keypad only, proximity, magnetic stripe and dual credential Hotel-style locks, designed for infrequent use, are not holding up at military bases where they are predominantly used in barracks. As a result, Ingersoll Rand is providing the military with a “Try Me” program to learn how to better secure military bases. “Hotel-style locks have historically had a shorter than desired lifespan when used in military...

Dennis Gibbs will support existing SymmetryTM Authorized Resellers with sales initiatives AMAG Technology, a leading security solution provider that includes access control, IP video, intrusion management and HD cameras, appoints Dennis Gibbs as Great Lakes Regional Sales Manager. AMAG is adding a new position to its sales team to provide increased sales support to customers in the Great Lakes Region. In this brand new position, Dennis will support existing SymmetryTM Authoriz...

Genetec was named the leading vendor in the 2313 IHS "World Market for CCTV and Video Surveillance" report Genetec, a pioneer in the physical security industry, and a leading provider of world-class unified IP security solutions, was named as the world's leading vendor of Video Management Software (VMS)* by IHS, the leading provider of market research and consultancy to the global electronics industry. In the 2013 edition of the IHS 'World Market for CCTV and Video Surveillanc...

The paper defines the group’s vision of cloud and mobility solutions The Security Industry Association (SIA) Standards Committee this week announced the first deliverable of the recently formed Cloud and Mobility Working Group: an industry white paper that explores the impact of the cloud on physical security. The paper, available as a free download from the SIA website, defines the group’s vision of cloud and mobility solutions as a technology and business driver...

HID Global®, a worldwide leader in secure identity solutions, today announced it has achieved ATEX certification for its field-proven Logi Tag™ family of industrial radio frequency identification (RFID) tags that are highly water, chemical and shock resistant, and withstands peak temperatures. This certification adds to the company’s expansive offering of innovative IN Tag™ and industrial Glass Tags that are certified for safe use in potentially explosive environments. ATE...

As a result of this agreement, more businesses will benefit from the unique features and reliable performance Bosch Security Systems, Inc. has signed a new agreement with Ingram Micro Inc to make its products available to the distributor’s channel partners in the U.S. Customers of Ingram Micro’s Physical Security business unit will now have access to Bosch’s broad portfolio of products and systems for communications, video surveillance, intrusion detection an...

The SIA Government Summit provides attendees with unique insights to understand the security industry The Security Industry Association (SIA) Government Summit, the premier annual public policy conference in the security industry, will be held June 4-5, 2013 at the W Hotel in Washington, DC. The SIA Government Summit provides attendees with unique insights that help them better understand how policy drives business in the security industry. The exclusive nature of the setting...

Barbara Shaw will report directly to PSA CEO Bill Bozeman PSA Security Network is proud to announce the new Director of Education, Barbara Shaw. Ms. Shaw will be working closely, not only with PSA Security Network, but also with vendors, integrators, individual consultants and thought leaders from throughout the industry. Ms. Shaw will be a direct report to PSA CEO Bill Bozeman. “The PSA community is made up of many successful independent integrators who are smart, agil...

ASIS 2013 Accolades recognizes security industry’s most innovative new products, services and solutions ASIS International, the leading organization for security professionals worldwide, invites ASIS 2013 exhibitors to enter the 2013 ASIS Accolades – Security’s Best, an awards competition that will recognize the security industry’s most innovative new products, services and solutions at the ASIS International 59th Annual Seminar and Exhibits (ASIS 2013)...

The agreement is for the use of Crocus’ Magnetic Logic Unit process technology by TowerJazz Crocus Technology, a leading provider of magnetically enhanced semiconductors, and TowerJazz, the global specialty foundry leader, recently announces a licensing and joint promotion agreement for the use of Crocus’ Magnetic Logic Unit(TM) (MLU) process technology by TowerJazz in its customers’ embedded System-On-Chip (SoC) applications. The license agreement with Towe...

Software House, part of the Security Products business unit of Tyco, is announcing a host of enhancements to its C•CURE 9000 security and event management platform that simplify the management of personnel access. With features such as credential deactivation, custom clearances, and activating events based on activity, C•CURE 9000 v2.20 gives you the ultimate flexibility in solving common personnel access issues. Credential deactivation enables you to automatically address unused pers...

The new distribution agreement will expand GET Group’s distribution network of its secure ID card printing technology Global Enterprise Technologies Corp. (GET Group), a provider of cutting-edge passport and ID systems globally, recently announced the formation of a new strategic partnership with Law Enforcement ID, based in Orange, California. The new distribution agreement will expand GET Group’s distribution network of its cutting-edge secure ID card printing te...

The Gallagher PIV solution delivers a single management platform GovSec Conference and Exhibition, Washington D.C: Gallagher the global manufacturer of integrated physical access control and perimeter protection systems, announces that its Personal Identity Verification (PIV) solution has won the platinum award in the access control category of the prestigious Govies awards. The Govies honor outstanding security products for federal, state, tribal and local governments. This...

Genetec, a pioneer in the physical security industry and a leading provider of world-class unified IP security solutions, recently announced a new Pay-by-Plate Sync feature for AutoVu, its license plate recognition (LPR) system of Security Center, the Company’s unified security platform. The AutoVu Pay-by-Plate Sync feature allows users to easily consolidate multiple third-party systems into a single parking solution. With this latest version of AutoVu, Genetec brings the benefits of an o...

Corvus Integration, Inc. in partnership with Vista Imaging, Inc. is pleased to announce the VistaEY2-2 (EY2-2) dual iris & face camera. The EY2-2 is a complete, single gesture multi-modal biometric peripheral for Windows CE, XP, Vista, 7 and Linux OS platforms. The EY2-2 dual iris/face solution simultaneously captures ISO/IEC 19794-5/6 compliant images of both irises and frontal face at a distance of 22”. Custom optics, multi-wavelength IR illumination, and a tri-color RGB LED light pi...