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.

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 […]

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.