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Paxton

Paxton announces winners of Annual Scholarship Programme

Paxton offers annual scholarships to support the growth and development of local STEM students. This year they are awarded to Alex Moreton and Max Lewandowski from University of Brighton and James Napp from University of Sussex. Steve Taylor, Paxton’s Chief Technical Officer, said: “The scholarship programme demonstrates to local students the career opportunities available down […]

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Huntsville, Arkansas School District uses Paxton Net2 to secure state-of-the-art activity centre

When the Arkansas School District needed a new access control solution for a new activity centre, they turned to Paxton, as Security on Screen discovers As an integral part of the Huntsville School District’s future sports complex, the new AT and Georgia Mae Smith Activity Centre serves as the hub for student activities across the

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GSX 2023

TDSi announces GSX 2023 appearance

TDSi has announced its forthcoming appearance at GSX 2023 (Global Security Exchange), which is being held at the Kay Bailey Hutchinson Convention Center in Dallas Texas from 11th-13th September. Appearing on Stand #2332 alongside its fellow VITAPROTECH Group member Protech USA, TDSi will be showcasing its hybrid on-premise and cloud-based GARDiS integrated security and access

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Immix Protect

Immix Protect announces additional features in YourSix integration update

In an effort to strengthen its partnership and create a more robust monitoring experience for customers, Immix Protect has enhanced the YourSix integration to include additional features. According to Immix Protect, the integration will more seamlessly incorporate multi-sensor cameras, allowing for further flexibility to monitor each individual sensor. Multi-sensor cameras are on the rise as

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Alibi Vigilant

Immix Protect announced integration update for Alibi Vigilant

Immix Protect is pleased to announce the integration of Alibi Vigilant Recorders and Cameras for the Immix CS/GF platforms Alibi Security is a trusted provider of security technology, cloud solutions, and growth enablement services – serving a nationwide network of Security Dealers and System Integrators for over 30 years. Alibi offers dedicated account management, unlimited

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Paxton

Paxton secures US cannabis facility

Net2 access control by Paxton has been installed at Highlands Grow, a fully licensed industrial-scale cultivator, producing cannabis for medicinal and recreational use. Based in Lapeer in Michigan, Highlands Grow provide consumable cannabis products to US-based retailers, projects. The volume of produce they cultivate is of extremely high-market value and needs to be secured with

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Case study | Paxton10 provides multi-site access control for academy trust

When a UK school came to Paxton Access for an access control system to boost security, they were more than happy to help – as Security on Screen discovers The St Lawrence Academy is a school for 11- to 16-year-olds, located in North Lincolnshire, UK. The school is currently undergoing an expansion, so they looked

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The Paxton Test Facility renamed to Brighton EMC

Brighton EMC is the new customer-facing brand for what was called The Paxton Test Facility. The established state-of-the-art test house provides UKAS accredited EMC testing services to electronic product manufacturers. Brett Glass, Compliance Manager at Brighton EMC, said: “Rebranding to Brighton EMC gives us greater visibility and recognition as an independent UKAS accredited test facility,

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Paxton’s Net2 secures multi-tenant office in Cape Town, South Africa

When tasked to assist a client with a security system for an office building in South Africa, Paxton Access felt they had the perfect solution with their Net2 solution.  Cecilia Square in Paarl, Cape Town, South Africa is an office building where several businesses operate. The multi-tenant site has recently undergone a full refurbishment, including

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Paxton meet hundreds of customers at The Security Event

Paxton welcomed hundreds of security professionals to their stand at The Security Event in Birmingham last week. They networked with security installers, integrators, and industry press, receiving real-time feedback and offering live demos of the latest Paxton technology. Dan Drayton, Divisional Director of EMEA Sales, said: “Paxton is a brand that’s been built on taking

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Paxton previews new door entry app at The Security Event

Paxton will be exhibiting at The Security Event from 25th to 27th April. This is their first time attending the event, showcasing their recently launched Paxton Rewards programme. Visitors to Paxton’s stand, # 4/K60, will also be the first to experience their soon-to-be-released door entry app. Dan Drayton, Paxton’s Divisional Director of Sales – EMEA

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Fortus

Fortus announce ‘hat-trick’ of acquisitions

Fortus Group have announced a series of strategic acquisitions, which will see the Irish founded company further galvanise its capacity to deliver end to end solutions in Ireland, UK and mainland Europe. The acquisitions of Specialized Security Products, Electric Gate Shop and Red Rhino Monitoring were assisted by AIB Equity Capital through their investment in

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Fortus Group makes trio of acquisitions with AIB backing

Security and fire safety business Fortus Group has completed a trio of acquisitions supported by fresh backing from AIB Equity Capital. AIB has invested €14.5m (£12.7m) into the Dublin-headquartered group, which has assisted in the financing of the acquisitions of The Electric Gate Shop, Specialized Security Products and Red Rhino Monitoring. AIB’s investment has provided

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Paxton

Paxton announces Steve Taylor as new Chief Technical Officer

Amid global expansion, the security technology manufacturer Paxton has announced the appointment of Steve Taylor to their leadership team, as the company’s new Chief Technical Officer. In his new role, Steve will be responsible for leading Paxton’s experienced engineering department, driving further innovation, and heading-up the company’s modern product design. Adam Stroud, Paxton’s CEO, said:

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Paxton begins fundraising for Teenage Cancer Trust

Employees at the technology company, Paxton, have voted to raise money for Teenage Cancer Trust as their 2023 Charity of the Year, supporting young people facing cancer. Kate Hotson, Paxton’s Project & Events Manager, said: “Reaching out and offering support to our local community is so important to all of us at Paxton. It is

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Genetec

Genetec and Axis Communications transform physical access control with introduction of Axis Powered by Genetec

Genetec Inc. have announced a new collaboration with Axis Communications that will see the introduction of Axis Powered by Genetec, the industry’s first enterprise-level access control offering that combines Genetec access control software with Axis network door controllers in a single easy-to-deploy all-in-one offering. With inventory available globally and offered exclusively through the Genetec Certified

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Paxton

Paxton beats all previous records, ranking 22nd as the best large company to work for in the UK

Paxton has ranked 22nd on the Best Companies to Work For List in the UK and has also been named 1st in the Manufacturing sector. This is the company’s fifth time ranking in the Best Companies to Work For list, including being featured in The Sunday Times 100 list before. Nicola O’Donnell, Paxton’s HR Director,

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Paxton employees raised over £9K for mental health charity & Ukraine Appeal

Employees of the technology manufacturer, Paxton, raised £9,150 for charity initiatives last year, supporting mental health charity Mind in Brighton & Hove and DEC Ukraine Humanitarian Appeal. Paxton’s Project & Events Manager, Kate Hotson, said: “It means a lot to us at Paxton to support our local community and causes that are close to our

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Paxton | Net2 access control secures one of Britain’s oldest boarding schools

The latest case study from Paxton explains how their Net2 access control has ensured that one of the oldest boarding schools in the UK is safe and secure Christ’s Hospital School has a long history. It first opened its doors to 380 pupils in November 1552, at that time located in Newgate Street, London. King

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Paxton begins tech tour in Europe and South Africa

Paxton is offering installers the ultimate security experience in France, Germany, Sweden and South Africa from February 2023. The Paxton Tech Tour 2023 is free to attend and a chance for installers to develop knowledge and explore business opportunities with Paxton’s products and services. Dan Drayton, Paxton’s Divisional Director- EMEA Sales Region, said: “The Paxton

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Paxton promotes Blair Bowen to Divisional Director of Manufacturing

Paxton has promoted Blair Bowen to Divisional Director of Manufacturing to oversee exciting expansion of their manufacturing operations in the coming years. Adam Stroud, Paxton’s CEO, said: “Having started with Paxton a year ago, Blair has already become an important and integral member of Paxton’s senior management. “It has been a busy year for our

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Paxton mentors join dare to dream for the second year, inspiring secondary school students to reach their goals

The Sussex-based technology manufacturer Paxton is participating in the Dare to Dream mentoring programme for the second year running. This year 10 new mentors from Paxton will be pairing up with 30 students from Patcham High School in Brighton and Willingdon Community School in Eastbourne. Dare to Dream is an initiative organised by the LoveLocalJobs

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Save energy this winter with Paxton access control

Changes in the global energy supply, coupled with the expected increased winter demand have caused increases to the price of energy for businesses and households across the UK. As people look for ways to save energy, access control can be a helpful solution. The international security technology manufacturer, Paxton, provides guidance on how to efficiently

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Genetec recognised as fastest growing access control software provider in the world, says Omdia report

According to the latest report from research organisation Omdia, Genetec has been recognised as the fastest-growing access control software provider in the world for the second year in a row. The report shows Genetec taking market share from other access control vendors and strengthening its number two position globally (up from 4th in 2019). Regionally, Genetec experienced the most organic

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Paxton announces 2022 scholarship recipients

Paxton has announced three new scholarship winners, which have been awarded to students from University of Brighton. Each of them will receive a three-month paid internship to get hands-on work experience and £10,000 towards their cost of living in their final year. The company will also start to accept new applications for the programme in

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Morse Watchmans features key control solutions at Cannabis Conference 2022

Morse Watchmans’ KeyWatcher Touch system will be on display alongside a suite of additional products at booth #1012 at this year’s Cannabis Conference, August 23-25 at the Paris Las Vegas Hotel & Casino. “As the only industry conference dedicated exclusively to plant-touching cannabis businesses, the Cannabis Conference provides us with a unique opportunity to showcase

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Nedap Security Management announces AEOS Locker Management

Nedap Security Management introduces AEOS Locker Management – a new solution to the growing demand for safe and flexible storage space within the new business environment. Combining security functionality with locker management and access control, this newly announced solution differentiates Nedap Security Management within the market.  More people than ever now work in hybrid roles with variable working

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Altronix expands Trove Access and Power Integration Solutions

Altronix has expanded its line of Trove Access and Power Integration Solutions to support more brands of access control including Inner Range, Kisi, and Suprema – as well as DIN rail mount solutions ICT and TDSi. “Our collaboration with today’s top access control suppliers provides users with more flexibility when designing and installing access control

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ASSA ABLOY acquires US-based J Newton Enterprises

ASSA ABLOY has acquired J Newton Enterprises Inc, a door distributor and service company in Florida, USA. “I am very pleased to welcome J Newton Enterprises into the ASSA ABLOY Group. This acquisition delivers on our strategy to reinforce our current offering within entrance automation,” says Nico Delvaux, President and CEO of ASSA ABLOY. “J

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Morse Watchmans highlights key control solutions at ACA’s 152nd Congress of Correction

Morse Watchmans is showcasing a comprehensive range of its key control solutions at the American Correctional Association’s 152nd Congress of Correction, August 4-7, 2022, in New Orleans. The manufacturer’s flagship system, KeyWatcher Touch, is on display alongside additional key control and asset management solutions at booth 909. “We have been in attendance at the ACA’s

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Assa Abloy agrees Alcea acquisition

Assa Abloy is set to acquire French provider of security supervision software and associated access control hardware Alcea. The acquisition is subject to regulatory approval and customary closing conditions and is expected to close during the third quarter of 2022. “I am very pleased to welcome Alcea into the Assa Abloy Group,” said Nico Delvaux,

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Oprema announces June Product of the Month: CORE & PRO Series Cameras

Oprema has announced its June Product of the Month as the new line of Paxton10 CORE & PRO series cameras. Ranging from low-cost to high-specification, they provide surveillance solutions for every project. The new CORE series and PRO series cameras maintain all key features of the previous Paxton10 cameras including edge processing for ultimate scalability, built-in edge

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Salient Systems selected for UMass Amherst access control operations

Salient Systems has announced that UMass Amherst, the flagship campus of the University of Massachusetts system, has standardised its video surveillance operations on the Salient CompleteView Video Management Platform, enabling campus security and safety staff to protect the campus population of 32,000 with a 24/7 view of its video surveillance and integrated access control operations. Using

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SAFR SCAN wins 2022 Platinum Govies Award

RealNetworks’ recently introduced SAFR SCAN facial recognition reader is the recipient of the 2022 Platinum Govies Award for Access Control – Biometrics. The award was announced by Security Today April 26, 2022, honouring SAFR SCAN as being an outstanding product for government security applications. SAFR SCAN was selected for the 2022 Platinum Govies Award for

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Morse Watchmans showcases at the Indian Gaming Tradeshow & Convention 2022

Morse Watchmans is exhibiting at the Indian Gaming Tradeshow & Convention 2022 this year, highlighting their latest solutions at Booth #1567. “We welcome the opportunity to demonstrate our products in an environment that encourages an audience to look, touch, and see the products for themselves,” said Tim Purpura, VP of Global Sales and Marketing, Morse

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Hikvision launches MinMoe Multi-Modal Biometrics Reader

Hikvision has announced the release of the Value Series MinMoe Multi-Modal Biometrics Reader. With multi-functional facial authentication and card pin code identification, the reader is ideal for SMBs and high-end residential applications – providing access control, video intercom, and video security capabilities in a single, sleek device. “Our new Value Series MinMoe Multi-Modal Biometrics Reader

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Morse Watchmans showcases key control solutions at ISC West 2022

Morse Watchmans is exhibiting at ISC West this year, highlighting their latest solutions at booth #15109. “We welcome the opportunity to demonstrate our products in an environment that encourages an audience to look, touch, and see the products for themselves,” said Tim Purpura, VP of Global Sales and Marketing, Morse Watchmans. “That is why we

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Boon Edam to feature touchless security door solutions at ISC West 2022

Boon Edam is currently displaying a number of its contactless security doors and turnstiles in booth #8037 at the ISC West exhibition, in Las Vegas, pairing its doors and turnstiles with a range of modern access control systems. The following security solutions are on display in the Boon Edam booth: Speedlane Compact Optical Turnstile with

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STid announces SIA OSDP certification for Architect Blue series

STid’s Architect Blue series has been certified to meet the Security Industry Association (SIA) Open Supervised Device Protocol (OSDP) standard for access control security. SIA OSDP Verified is a comprehensive, third-party testing program to ensure products meet the stringent global standard established by the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC). Architect Blue is reportedly one of the

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Boon Edam’s North American headquarters receives SHARP certificate

Boon Edam has announced their North American headquarters in Lillington, N.C., was presented with a Safety and Health Achievement Recognition Program (SHARP) certificate during a formal ceremony on March 2, 2022. The ceremony was held at Boon Edam’s Lillington, N.C. manufacturing facility. Patrick Nora, President & Managing Director of Boon Edam Manufacturing, USA, opened the ceremony

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Alcatraz AI’s Rock earns Innovation & Tech Award

Alcatraz AI’s the Rock, has been recognised by Innovation & Tech Today as a Top 50 Most Innovative Product. Innovation & Tech Today (I&TT) announced winners of its annual Top 50 Most Innovative Products competition – their most popular feature every year. The feature includes a collection of business innovations, new products, and connected services,

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Alcatraz AI to present access control solutions at ISC West 2022

Alcatraz AI will be showcasing their autonomous access control system, the Rock, at ISC West 2022 (Booth 21124). Alcatraz AI provides organisations with autonomous access control through AI-powered facial authentication that works in real-time, making spaces safer. The security conference will be taking place at the Venetian Expo in Las Vegas, Nevada on March 23-25, 2022. The

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Alcatraz AI names Greg Sarrail Senior Vice President of Sales

Alcatraz AI has hired Greg Sarrail to serve as the company’s first SVP of Sales. Sarrail is a global sales leader with two decades of diverse experience spearheading the business strategy and sales at leading multinational organisations. His valuable experience, commercial awareness, and expertise in leading by example will drive Alcatraz AI’s sales expansion.  Continuing

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Boon Edam’s North Carolina facility receives SHARP accreditation

Boon Edam has announced their North American manufacturing facility in Lillington, NC has received national Safety and Health Achievement Recognition Program (SHARP) accreditation. Administered through the U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), the SHARP Recognition Program certifies employers that have established, implemented, and maintained exceptional workplace safety standards. By achieving SHARP status,

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ATG Access | Delivering physical security solutions to Intersec 2022

With over 70 tested and accredited products, ATG Access have the largest product portfolio in the industry of crash tested products to international standards. With local manufacturing facilities and an office located in the UAE, ATG Access have been operating within the GCC market for over ten years. Come visit ATG Access at this year’s

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Siemens adds two new KNX binary inputs to DIN-rail mounted device portfolio

Siemens Smart Infrastructure has added two new variants of KNX binary inputs to its portfolio of DIN-rail mounted devices. The new binary inputs N 262 and N 263 reportedly offer easy installation and intuitive operation and are available as potential-free and voltage-loaded versions in widths of 4 MU (4 binary inputs) and 8 MU (8

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Alcatraz AI announces updated platform technology Alcatraz Platform V2

Alcatraz AI has announced the release of their updated platform technology, Alcatraz Platform V2. The new update reportedly includes enabling 3rd Party Access Control System software integration, lowering minimum system requirements, and enhancing troubleshooting tools, which will bring a simplified, and advanced experience to Alcatraz AI customers. New, seamless additions to Alcatraz AI’s Platform will

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SOS Opinion | Advancing knowledge transfer, with Yan Ferrieres, Head of Export, ATG Access

Peter Mawson speaks with Yan Ferrieres, Head of Export, ATG Access about the company’s contribution to knowledge transfer and innovation within the Middle East. Register now to access ATG Access’ exclusive interview series with key security industry leaders (worth 4 CPD points): https://www.atgaccess.com/register-security-in-depth-gulf-focus“

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Carnival Cruise Line introduces facial biometrics at Port of New Orleans

US Customs and Border Protection (CBP), in partnership with Carnival Cruise Line, expanded the use of facial biometrics into the debarkation process at the Port of New Orleans, becoming the latest seaport to modernise efforts to revolutionise cruise travel. “As cruise travel resumes around our nation’s ports, CBP is working closely with the cruise industry to make

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Festival goers in Switzerland

The role of IT in securing publicly accessible locations

As successful vaccination programmes signal increasing freedoms across Europe, sports and music events, clubs, coffee shops, bars and other publicly accessible locations are once again opening up and welcoming patrons back. Yet, while Covid remains an ongoing challenge, it is the potential for terrorist activity that makes it increasingly necessary for event organisers to take

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TouchPoint acquires Morse Watchmans

TouchPoint acquires Morse Watchmans

Morse Watchmans, has been acquired by TouchPoint, a privately-held company focused on engineered products in growth markets where the touch point is a differentiating factor. Following the acquisition, Morse Watchmans will join TouchPoint’s Intelligent Inventory Management platform. This portion of the company focuses on developing inventory management solutions that enable the secure, accurate and efficient

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SOS Opinion | Keeping focus on security, with Yan Ferrieres, Head of Export, ATG Access

Peter Mawson speaks with Yan Ferrieres, Head of Export, ATG Access about the company’s interview series with key security stakeholders. Register now to access ATG Access’ exclusive interview series with key security industry leaders (worth 4 CPD points): https://www.atgaccess.com/register-security-in-depth-gulf-focus“

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Alcatraz AI appoints Paul Fisher as Vice President of Sales

Alcatraz AI has announced Paul Fisher is joining the company as Vice President of Sales. Fisher is bringing his expansive expertise to Alcatraz AI and will be key in growing the sales team and driving revenue. This exciting new leadership hire will further Alcatraz AI’s mission of bringing AI technology to every door for precise

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Frontline Security Solutions to welcome two Zitko Talent trainees

Frontline Security Solutions, has joined the Zitko Talent industry alliance and will be welcoming an initial two trainees at the end of the year. If successful, Frontline will be looking to implementing the Zitko Talent programme further throughout the business. The company has a longstanding relationship with the Zitko Group. Director of Operations, Peter Kidd,

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ATG Access achieves ISO 45001 standard for commitment to occupational health and safety (OH&S)

ATG Access has achieved the international ISO 45001 standard, having demonstrated a commitment to occupational health and safety (OH&S). The manufacturer of road blockers, bollards and vehicle barriers has become one of a small number of businesses across the UK to be accredited to the ISO 45001 standard, after undergoing a comprehensive audit of its

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Boon Edam announces new office in Raleigh, North Carolina

Boon Edam Inc. has announced plans for a new expansion of their North Carolina offices. In the first quarter of 2022 the company will open a new headquarters location in downtown Raleigh, NC. The brand-new facility will be home to many of Boon Edam’s office staff, as well as a new showroom and technology centre

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SALTO launches XS4 Original+ smart locking solution

SALTO has introduced the XS4 Original+; a flexible and reliable smart locking solution that features a a sleek flat reader in two new colours. The new SALTO XS4 Original+ takes the trusted and proven flagship XS4 Original electronic lock product family and incorporates the latest technology to accommodate the access control needs of both today

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Comelit Group acquires PAC GDX for integrated security solutions

Comelit Group UK has announced its acquisition of PAC GDX, under the newly formed and re-branded Comelit-Pac company. The acquisition will reportedly enable the company to offer total integrated solutions, inclusive of networked access control systems together with door entry, CCTV, home automation, intruder alarm and fire detection systems. Led in the UK by Comelit-PAC

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Alcatraz AI to showcase access control solutions at ISC East 2021

Alcatraz AI will showcase its product, the Rock, at ISC East (Booth 500), taking place at the Javits Center in New York City on November 17-18, 2021. ISC East 2021 features training on security and public safety best practices while highlighting the latest technologies related to the safety sector. Alcatraz AI provides organisations with autonomous

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Skills for Security partner with TIS academy to train apprentices

The BSIA’s training arm, Skills for Security (SfS) has partnered with TIS Academy by agreeing to train their apprentices.  TIS Academy, powered by Skills for Security, will be enrolling twenty new apprentices on a bespoke apprenticeship initiative. Total Integrated Solutions (TIS) will use SfS technical training experience to deliver the apprenticeship training at TIS head

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Axis | Planning for a smarter, safer Christmas in retail

Graham Swallow, Retail Segment Lead at Axis Communications, looks at how the physical security of retail premises ahead of the busiest shopping period of the year can make the difference between boom and gloom. The retail industry is entering the busiest period of the year; the countdown to Christmas, also known as the Golden Quarter.

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STid launches SPECTRE nano reader

Access control manufacturer, STid has announced its new SPECTRE nano reader, setting a new standard in perimeter access control and simplified visitor management. The multi-technology reader quickly recognises employees, visitors, vendors, and their vehicles – simultaneously – for smooth, hands-free access control without compromising security. An ideal solution for facilities like car parks, industrial sites,

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SOS | International Security Expo, with Megan Freeland, Business Development Manager, SALTO Systems

Megan Freeland, Business Development Manager at SALTO Systems discusses the company’s bespoke solutions and its position within the access control sector at the International Security Expo, London Olympia. https://saltosystems.com/en/

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Maxxess appoints Russell Baker as UK and Ireland Business Development

Maxxess has appointed Russell Baker as Business Development & Account Manager, who will be based out of the company’s European head office in Bracknell, UK, and will handle the increase in demand for the firm’s eFusion access control and security management platform. Baker will be supporting existing partners and end-users and as well as developing

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Dallas Police HQ installs Boon Edam turnstiles

After securing the Jack Evans headquarters building with Tourlock security revolving doors in 2018, Dallas Police HQ has installed a new fence line with Boon Edam’s Turnlock 100 full-height turnstiles to protect exterior police parking lots. Led by Chief of Police Edgardo Garcia, the Dallas Police Department is the ninth largest municipal police force in

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ASSA ABLOY launches 360° virtual tour for university door security solutions

ASSA ABLOY has introduced an online 360° virtual tour that allows university decision makers to see how security and access control solutions can be used to create a sustainable, safe, and healthy learning environment. The self-guided digital walkthrough reportedly creates an immersive experience that illustrates the important role of door security and access control on

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Johnson Controls unveils the Tyco Kantech KT-2 door controller

JJohnson Controls has introduced the Tyco Kantech KT-2, an adaptable two-door controller that is reportedly cost effective and easy to install and operate for small to medium sized businesses.The KT-2 seamlessly integrates into OpenBlue, the dynamic platform for connected, safe and sustainable building solutions from Johnson Controls. The KT-2 can be used as either a standalone

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ASSA ABLOY to acquire Arran Isle Ltd in the UK

ASSA ABLOY has signed a definitive agreement to acquire manufacturer and distributor of door and window hardware in the UK and Ireland, Arran Isle. “I look forward to welcoming Arran Isle into the ASSA ABLOY Group. This acquisition delivers on our strategy to add complementary products and solutions to our core business,” says Nico Delvaux,

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Morse Watchmans unveils KeyWatcher control solutions at GSX 2021

Morse Watchmans will be exhibiting at this year’s GSX show, featuring new key control and management solutions at booth #1714. The company’s KeyWatcher Touch will be displayed with a new Generation 3 CPU that reportedly provides improved performance, and faster user interface and improved synchronisation times. The new Gen3 CPU upgrade is also available to current

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Alcatraz AI promotes touchless authentication

Alcatraz AI has announced an initiative to promote touchless authentication while returning to the office. As companies decide how to safely return to work, Alcatraz AI is providing the opportunity to try its frictionless authentication solution, the Rock, which minimises touch points and provides face mask verification to ensure COVID safety. Until October 31st, companies

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Assa Abloy acquires Hardware and Home Improvement division of Spectrum Brands

ASSA ABLOY has signed an agreement to acquire the Hardware and Home Improvement division of Spectrum Brands for a purchase price of MUSD 4,300 on a cash and debt free basis. Spectrum Brands’ Hardware and Home Improvement (“HHI”) division is a leading provider of security, plumbing, and builders’ hardware products to the North American residential

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Morse Watchmans | Securing data centres with key control systems

In this article, Fernando Pires, CEO of Morse Watchmans Inc, discusses how key management can play an important role in cyber security and improve company data. At the time, it was the largest data breach in history… In 2009, Heartland Payment Systems, a Princeton, N.J.-based provider of credit and debit processing, payment, and check management

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IMB Banks installs Boon Edam entrances at new Wollongong building

Boon Edam has announced that IMB Bank in Australia has installed a series of Boon Edam entrances, including all glass revolving doors, slimline optical turnstiles and a swinging access gate at its new building in Wollongong, New South Wales. IMB moved into the new building in early 2021, and immediately sought to make the entrance

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Morse Watchmans | Why key management is still important in the age of access control

In this article, Fernando Pires, CEO of Morse Watchmans Inc, discusses why electronic access control systems are still a staple in modern access control, and how to turn each of your keys into a trackable data point. Card-based access control, biometrics, prox devices, mobile credentials – everywhere you look, there’s evidence of the digital transformation

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BSD SpecLink showcases Boon Edam entrances

Boon Edam has announced that its entrance products are now available on SpecLink, an online specification platform to help architects, engineers, specifiers, building owners and designers simplify their approach to collaborating on building project specifications. SpecLink is a cloud-based tool created by Building Systems Design, that allows users to: add, modify or delete text without

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Allegion launches the LCN 6400 compact series for touchless access control

Allegion US has launched the LCN 6400 COMPACT series low-energy automatic operator for touchless access and accessible operation on interior doors. Designed for use in a variety of institutional and commercial facilities, it is reportedly the only auto operator on the market that has the ability to easily convert existing LCN 4040XP mechanical door closers to touchless solutions, for automated opening and closing when combined with an actuator.  The Americans with Disabilities Act

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Paxton10 | Access control and video management platform

Paxton10 is a single platform solution combining access control and video management that supports multi-site management and remote access. Scalable from 1 to 1,000 doors, and 1 to 1,000 cameras, Paxton10 is suitable for all building types. Find out more: paxton.info/4984

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Genetec’s Security Center helps secure Seagate’s global campuses

Seagate Technology has selected Genetec’s Security Center solution to secure its global campuses and regional offices. The Genetec unified security platform deployment includes the Security Center, the Genetec Omnicast IP video management system (VMS) to manage more than 1,150 cameras, the Genetec Synergis IP access control system (ACS) to manage more than 22,000 card holders,

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SIA publishes ‘snapshot’ profile of door supervision sector

Data from the SIA licensing system shows that the number of door supervisor licences and licence applications is the highest it has been in the last decade. Being the first report in a series of private security industry profiles undertaken by the SIA, responses to the survey suggest that some companies within the sector have

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ISC West to showcase contactless biometric access control advances

A leading theme at this year’s ISC West, 19-21 July in Las Vegas, is the advancements of biometric technology and how it can be utilised to its fullest potential. With the past year forcing us to reflect and change the way we think about access control, businesses have increasingly adopted contactless technology and are helping

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Motorola Solutions introduces the Compass Decision Management System

Motorola Solutions has announced the launch of the Compass Decision Management System (Compass), reportedly providing organisations with security intelligence that helps users prevent human error. By outlining standard procedures, Compass automates incident reporting and highlights performance indicators to achieve effective and consistent outcomes.  By enabling security managers to customise step-by-step procedures that guide their teams, Compass advises

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Arcos Bosques complex utilises access control solutions from HID Global

Mexico City’s office and shopping complex, Arcos Bosques Torre 1 (Tower 1) has deployed HID Global’s access control solutions to heighten security and manage visitor entry. The complex includes two skyscrapers and is home to high-profile law firms, industrial, mining, media and technology companies, and one of the city’s most recognised shopping centres. With the

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