Author: Stan Lewis
Elpas Debuts New Generation of Infant Protection Bracelet
Elpas, part of the Security Products business unit of Tyco (NYSE: TYC), has introduced a new version of its Infant Protection Bracelet, part of its Infant Protection Solution. The Infant Protection Solution consists of a small, baby-friendly Active RFID Tag, and the Elpas Charm that, when used as part of the Infant Protection Bracelet, enables wireless deterrence of infant abduction and mother-baby mismatch in maternity, obstetrics, neonatal, and pediatric departments from the time of birth/admittance until discharge.
Duchossois Group Acquires Controlled Products Systems Group
The Duchossois Group, Inc. (TDG) announced today that it has acquired Controlled Products Systems Group , Inc. (CPSG), headquartered in Denver, Colorado . CPSG is one of the largest wholesale distributor s of perimeter access control solutions in the US , and supplies equipment to authorized dealers from coast to coast, offering t he highest quality and most widely recognized brands of access control pro ducts available on the market. Terms of the acquisition were not disclosed.
Vanderbilt Industries Continues to Build North American Sales Network
Vanderbilt Industries, a global leader in access control innovation, today announced that three proven veterans of the security industry have recently joined the company?Brian Mathieu, Jennifer Martin, and Christopher Burton.
Fluidmesh Announces the Release of FM3200 Network Radio
Fluidmesh Networks, a worldwide leader in wireless systems for security, industrial, and mission-critical applications, is pleased to announce the release of its new FM 3200 radio. Available in two versions, the FM3200 BASE hosts an integrated sector antenna, and the FM 3200 ENDO comes without an antenna, enabling customers to integrate an external one. This new radio can be used to create highly customized point-to-point, point-to-multipoint, mesh, and mobile networks.
CriticalArc Revamps Its Brand and Announces New SafeZone Heat Map Functionality
CriticalArc announced a revamped identity along with significant new SafeZone product features. The rebranding follows a period of expansion for the Australian-based security technology business, in particular across Europe, the Middle East and Asia. The rebranding also includes a new website using the new visual identity. The refreshed branding reflects the evolving functionality of CriticalArc?s SafeZone and the increasing demand for cost-effective distributed command and control solutions, driven by the need of large and multi-site organisations to improve their response to critical and everyday incidents, optimise security operations, and protect staff as well as physical assets.
Largest Scottish University Centralizes Security
Milestone Systems open platform IP video management software (VMS) and network cameras from Axis Communications are helping all of the campus locations for the University of the West of Scotland to more efficiently manage security through one unified surveillance solution, designed, delivered and maintained by Boston Networks.
SightLogix CEO to Moderate Webcast on New Physical Security Regulations for Electric Grid
SightLogix President and CEO John Romanowich will moderate a webcast on Wednesday, September 10 at 1:00pm on impending regulations and their impact on owners and operators of the North American electric grid. This Security Industry Association (SIA) webcast will discuss the role for security providers to help utilities meet increased physical security requirements, the potential scope of applicable facilities, an explanation of the timelines for compliance, and details to resolve before the finalization of the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) regulation.
Physical Security Information Management (PSIM) Software ? World ? 2014
The market for PSIM software remains in an early adopter stage, however, awareness for PSIM software has grown significantly since 2012. Many customers are asking what PSIM software can do for them, rather than what this software is. This increased awareness of PSIM software capabilities is expected to fuel growth over the coming years.
Residential Security – Something for Everyone
The residential security market will never be the same. In 2012, several MSOs (multiple-system operators) in the USA began offering home automation in conjunction with security which has altered the perception and demand from end-users. Prior to this paradigm shift, the use of a residential burglar alarm system was often a purchase to protect a property and in many cases, an ?after the fact? purchase as a result of a break in.
Morpho Presents World?s Fastest Contactless Fingerprint Scanner At Global Identity Summit
Morpho (Safran), today announced the commercial launch of Finger On the Fly®, the world?s fastest contactless four finger scanner. Using advanced imaging technology, this innovation simultaneously captures four fingerprints from a single wave of the hand. Finger On the Fly will be on display at the 2014 Global Identity Summit in Tampa, Florida from September […]
Software House Expands iSTAR Controller Portfolio
Software House, part of the Security Products business unit of Tyco (NYSE: TYC), introduces iSTAR Ultra, a 32 reader network door controller built on the Linux platform for improved security and scalability. iSTAR Ultra uniquely combines support for traditional hard-wired access control doors with support for wireless locksets, all in the same controller. Up to […]
Evolution Of Smart Homes: 64% Of Smart Devices Connected To Security Or Home Control
Is this the year of the smart home? If so, it looks like security and home control are two of the driving forces. According to a new research report by Parks Associates, about 64 percent of the smart devices currently in the home are part of security or home control systems. The report, Evolution of […]
Unum Insurance Standardizes On Security Revolving Doors
Through a decades-long partnership with Boon Edam Inc., Unum Group has standardized its approach to building entrance security for its multiple locations across the United States. Unum is a leading provider of financial protection benefits for employees, including disability, life, accident and critical illness insurance that it markets under the Unum and Colonial Life brands. […]
Prairie Hill School District Creates Safe, Open Learning Environment with VIVOTEK Network Surveillance System
The Prairie Hill School District is a gateway community on the North East Illinois state line. The District is part suburb and 100% committed to offering the finest instructional program in the area. It believes that an effective instructional program requires a school environment where student safety is top priority. To ensure the safety of […]
Milestone Ramps Up Sales Team All Around The World
Milestone Systems aims to continue its position as the market leader for open platform IP video management software (VMS): the company has recently hired more strong players for managing sales in North America, Austria, Germany and Switzerland and the UK. A new Finance Manager has also come on board in the US and the fast-growing […]
Vicon Introduces New Rugged IP Dome
Vicon Industries Inc. (VII:NYSE-MKT), a leading security solutions provider and producer, introduces their new SN680D-WNIR rugged HD IP PTZ Dome. Designed for high level performance in the most demanding security installations, this camera delivers high megapixel resolution in a rugged IP66 rated housing, protecting it from vandalism, rain, dust, and harsh outdoor environments. In addition,the […]
IPSecurityCenter Chosen For Hospital PSIM Project In South Africa
CNL Software, a world leader in Physical Security Information Management (PSIM) software, and e-Thele SQD Networks a market leader in the design, implementation and support of Situational Management and PSIM solutions have been chosen to provide a comprehensive security management system for a hospital facility in South Africa. Healthcare security is facing increased violence, crime […]
IP-Enabled Sonitrol SONIP-Series Control Panel Now Plug-and-Play
3xLOGIC, Inc. announced the availability of the FlexIP Control Panel, supporting 16 Audio Sensors, 16 Alarm Inputs, and 4 Auxiliary Outputs. FlexIP represents a multi-communication protocol (IP, cell, and modem) plug-and-play solution for new Sonitrol customers and upgrades for existing customers as well.
Wavestore And Datasat Communications Announce Technology Partnership
Wavestore is increasingly being specified for high security and mission critical projects which are in remote, hard to reach places. Wavestore?s technology partnership with Datasat Communications ensures that live or recorded high definition video surveillance images can be remotely viewed via satellite, regardless of the location of the client?s site. Datasat Communications has been delivering […]
Maricopa County Sheriff?s Office Deploying 5.5PB DDN SFA Storage
With its zero-tolerance toward crime, the Maricopa County Sheriff’s Office has deployed a video surveillance and storage archive system with 5.5PB of DataDirect Networks, Inc., storage. As the nation’s third largest Sheriff’s office, Maricopa County, which is located in Airizona and encompasses the Phoenix metropolitan area, has between 7,500 to 10,000 inmates in its jail […]