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RaySecur, a security imaging technology company with the world’s first DHS Safety Act-designated millimeter wave (mmWave) desktop scanner, for mail and package threat detection, announced that former Boston Police Commissioner, Ed Davis has joined the company’s Advisory Board. Ed Davis will leverage his decades of law enforcement experience, in order to help RaySecur accelerate adoption of its flagship MailSecur mail and package threat detection solutions. MailSecur scanners MailS...

Sepura’s CEO Steve Barber has been elected to the TETRA and Critical Communications Association (TCCA) Board, adding considerable experience to the leadership team of the industry body. Steve Barber brings to the TCCA Board, a thorough understanding of global critical communications’ user requirements, as well as extensive experience in supplying and manufacturing fit for purpose devices, and managing technology evolution. open critical communications standards His election pledge...

Kwikset, brand of Spectrum Brands, Inc. - Hardware & Home Improvement division, the globally renowned company in residential security solutions, announced the availability of the Home Connect 620, the company’s newest Z-Wave connected smart lock. Home Connect 620 smart lock The Home Connect 620, which offers a 10-button keypad with one-touch locking, is Kwikset’s first smart lock in the ‘Home Connect’ line. It is also the company’s first lock, featuring the la...

Ava Security has launched the ability to use third-party sensors with Ava Aware Cloud, the open data platform for building and facilities intelligence. By merging video security with sensor technology, organizations can unlock the enhanced situational awareness of security along with facility management, staff well-being, and productivity.  Open Ava Aware data platform Siloed unconnected systems are a big challenge for organizations seeking greater insights and better building security....

Traka announced that the company has received LenelS2 factory certification for OnGuard access control solution, as a LenelS2 OpenAccess Alliance Program (OAAP) partner. Traka’s key and asset management system interfaces with the OnGuard access control system, and provides seamless, single-credential access to property secured by Traka. LenelS2 OAAP factory certification “Traka has completed the required factory testing at LenelS2, to validate the functionality of its interface to...

PSA Security Network, the globally renowned consortium of professional systems integrators, has announced its partnership with Zenitel, an international provider of intelligent communication solutions and products. This new partnership agreement will provide PSA Security Network’s members and owners, an opportunity to work with Zenitel directly. PSA - Zenital partnership Our partnership with Zenitel is a major step in the convergence of technologies between the sound/audio and security...

Aqua Security, a globally renowned pure-play cloud native security solutions provider, has announced a strategic investment from Capital One Ventures, together with the appointment of Capital One’s Chief Information Security Officer, Chris Betz to Aqua’s Executive Advisory Board. Cloud native security solutions The announcement further validates Aqua Security’s leadership as a cloud native security solution provider for financial services providers. Aqua Security has more tha...

The Security Industry Association (SIA) has named Edison Shen as its new Director of Standards and Technology. In this role, Edison Shen, who previously served as a Program Manager in the Building Infrastructure and Transportation Systems Divisions, at the National Electrical Manufacturer Association (NEMA), will manage and administer SIA’s standards and technical program activities, and coordinate with other standards organizations that impact the SIA standards program of...

Amthal is celebrating its landmark 21st anniversary, and growth from a two-man residential security company to a 50 strong team, integrated fire, and security specialist. Launched in 2000, by close friends John Allam and Paul Rosenthal, Amthal now has over 50 members in the team and operates on a Europe-wide basis providing installation maintenance and monitoring services across all commercial, residential and public sectors. In 2008, Jamie Allam joined the management team to become Commercial...

Honeywell has announced that the company is launching the Pro-Watch 5.5, the latest iteration of its Pro-Watch Integrated Security Suite. The Honeywell Pro-Watch Integrated Security Suite is a software platform that is designed for enterprise and critical infrastructure markets, to help protect people and property, optimize productivity, and ensure compliance with industry regulations, all while helping to reduce operational costs. Honeywell Pro-Watch Intelligent Command Pro-Watch 5.5 upgrade...

Reader plays a very important role in the access control solution, as it links the credentials and controller system. GV-DESFire Series reader GeoVision has announced the launch of a new series of readers, supporting DESFire, one of the most secure hardware encryption to protect data transmission. The company’s GV-DESFire Series reader allows enterprises to better secure their assets, avoiding intrusions and malicious exploits. 5 key features that open the door to new business opportuni...

Optilan, a communications and security systems integrator announces that it has secured two new facilities in Warwickshire in the UK. The Company has leased a new manufacturing and storage facility and a separate UK-based office headquarters (HQ). These new facilities represent several key investments Optilan is currently making to support its future growth aspirations including the recently rolled out Enterprise Resource Planning system (ERP). Innovation and commitment Warwickshire is recogn...

3xLOGIC has announced a series of practical ‘Solutions Discovery Days’ webinar sessions that will show installers and end-users, how to save money, gain efficiency, and be more productive. 'Solutions Discovery Days' webinar The online ‘Solutions Discovery Days’ webinar sessions are being held on the 11th, 18th, and 25th November 2021 and will provide practical guidance on how greater value can be extracted from video management systems. The first session will demonstra...

Bird Home Automation, a Berlin-based manufacturer of ‘DoorBird’ IP access control devices, is expanding its product portfolio, to include door intercoms with an integrated fingerprint sensor. IP video door stations of the D21x series are now equipped with fingerprint technology from Fingerprint Cards AB, a renowned global biometrics company, based in Sweden. This enables biometric authentication via fingerprint. DoorBird door station with mobile access With a DoorBird door station...

Senstar, a globally renowned company in video management, video analytics and perimeter intrusion detection systems (PIDS), is celebrating 40 years since its incorporation in 1981. Senstar Headquartered in Canada’s capital city, Ottawa, Senstar was established with the objective of bringing security technologies, originally targeted for military applications, to the commercial market. Initially a seven-employee company, Senstar now has employees and service centers all over the world. I...

Rocío Cano Gullón joins the team of Ajax Systems, the manufacturer of the most awarded wireless security systems in Europe, as a Country manager to strengthen the company’s position in Spain and Portugal. Rocío Cano Gullón is a true security systems sales professional. Video surveillance equipment experience  In the past 3 years, she worked as a Regional Sales Director with a global manufacturer of video surveillance equipment. Rocío has over 20 ye...

Ethical consumerism has become a big trend in recent years, as consumers are becoming more concerned about where their money is going and it’s not just individuals. Large corporations, such as PWC, Barclays, Johnson & Johnson and government commissioners are all pledging to spend money with organizations that are prioritising their social, governance and environmental impact. Choosing to ‘buy social’ It is now a boardroom level commitment for many companies to allocate th...

Userful Corporation, the globally renowned provider of the software-defined solution for the enterprise AV-over-IP market, has announced its latest software release, which includes advancements to its IT-based Visual Networking Platform, expanding its support for large-scale corporate digital signage deployments. Emerald Signage Early in 2021, with its launch of Emerald Signage, Userful Corporation modernized digital signage for the enterprise, by converging the content creation and delivery f...

ADT, the most trusted name in security announced a partnership with DoorDash, the last-mile logistics platform, to provide the Safe by ADT mobile safety solution to its community of millions of Dashers. Safe by ADT will power DoorDash’s new in-app safety toolkit called SafeDash™, allowing Dashers to quickly and easily request professional help by voice or text and receive emergency services to their location anytime they feel unsafe. Safe and secure app “Our commitment to saf...

The International Security Expo at London’s Olympia will be a welcome opportunity for Inner Range to showcase its products and meet new and existing customers face-to-face. Director Tim Northwood blogs about his hopes for the event and rounds up what visitors can see. "I always enjoy demonstrating Inner Range security systems to would-be customers. Presentations and brochures are helpful but seeing our hardware and software in action is the best way for us to showcase the sophistication o...

Integrated security systems manufacturer, TDSi is proud to announce the launch of exciting new additions to its powerful GARDiS integrated access management software, in the new Version 2.2. New features added to the GARDiS platform Version 2.2 include integration with the STid BLE (Bluetooth Low Energy) mobile device authentication portal, integration with the RS485 wireless locks from ASSA Abloy and SimonsVoss, integration with the new TDSi GARDiS VU VMS software, and a new Cause and Effect E...

Videonetics, the world’s first AI- & DL-powered Unified Video Computing Platform (UVCP) development company, has announced that it has joined NVIDIA Metropolis, a program designed to nurture and bring to market, a new generation of applications and solutions that make the world’s most important spaces and operations safer, and more efficient, with advancements in AI vision. Unified Video Computing Platform Acclaimed as a market renowned company, Videonetics has secured mor...

Codelocks has appointed Eddy van der Vegte as the new General Manager of Codelocks EU, (CLEU). Eddy has over 15 years of experience in the door hardware and access control sector and will be challenged with continuing to develop the Codelocks brands, across the European Union (EU). Codelocks established CLEU to supply continental European customers, during the Brexit disruption. However, in order to fully promote Codelocks’ expanding product portfolio and meet increasing customer demand,...

Southwest Microwave is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. Don Bradfield as President, by the company’s Board of Directors, effective immediately. Based at the company’s Tempe, Arizona headquarters, Mr. Bradfield will oversee domestic and international operations of the Security Systems and Microwave Products Divisions, including Southwest Microwave, Ltd., located in Worcestershire, United Kingdom. Drive operational transformation “It’s my distinct honor to rece...

LenelS2 has announced a strategic distribution agreement with BriefCam, the global provider of video analytics software. The agreement enables LenelS2 value-added resellers to offer the BriefCam video content analytics platform, with LenelS2 VRx and Milestone XProtect video management systems (VMS), as well as within LenelS2’s Magic Monitor unified client. Integrated solutions These integrated solutions enhance situational awareness and provide actionable insights to security operators,...

DICE Corporation announces the transition of its second UL 827A data center to an active-active state for signal processing in the security industry recently.     Both DICE active-active data centers are located in the United States and are separated geographically to meet life safety UL standards. For additional redundancy, the data centers are powered by two different electrical power companies in addition to generators, battery backup, and other power technologies. Difference...

Ontic, the protective intelligence software innovator digitally transforming how companies actively identify, investigate, assess, watch and manage physical security threats, has announced a strategic integration with Flashpoint, the globally renowned company in actionable threat intelligence, enabling organizations to protect their assets and stakeholders from malicious activity, across the internet. rise in cyber and physical threats “Cyber and physical threats are increasing at expone...

Transport operators are facing growing challenges. They need to keep services running on time, amid continually changing restrictions and also factor in security, health & safety, emerging technology, and amenities. Transport surveillance and security The eBook ‘Data-Driven Transport Surveillance and Security’, produced by Synectics, looks at these challenges and provides a guide to best practice solutions, and approaches for tackling them, using data integration and analysis....

Over the last few years, the presence of the cloud has created significant changes in the field of access control, and for good reasons. Cloud-based access control not only produces reliable, real-time control of the organization but can also be fully integrated with third-party systems to help mitigate and limit risks within the organization.  Flexible and robust security protocols  The cloud ultimately eliminates old hardware and improves on new security protocols with minimal eff...

Eagle Eye Networks, the globally renowned company in cloud video surveillance solutions, has announced enhancements to the Eagle Eye Cloud Video Management System (Eagle Eye Cloud VMS), providing three Editions - Enterprise, Professional and Standard. Customers can choose the Edition that best meets their needs, based on factors such as, number of locations, number of users, system complexity, and regulatory requirements. Eagle Eye cyber-secure cloud solutions Eagle Eye Networks’ growin...