Access Control
Boon Edam Approaches Landmark 50,000 Product Installations in the US
Boon Edam nears a significant milestone as they approach their 50,000th product installation in the United States. This remarkable milestone underscores Boon Edam’s commitment to delivering innovative and reliable security solutions to a wide range of industries. Boon Edam’s presence in the United States dates back to 1988, marking the beginning of the company’s transformative journey into the security entrance landscape. Since then, Boon Edam has grown its US presence significantly with a 200,000+ square foot factory and the introduction of a new headquarters and technology center in 2022
PSIA Hosts PKOC Validation Testing Event- rf Ideas Connects
Physical Security Interoperability Alliance (PSIA) hosted a special interoperability event with seven companies involved in the access control market, demonstrating the emerging Public Key Open Credential (PKOC) specification. The validation testing was hosted at the Convergint facility in Centennial, Colorado and featured products from Elatec, JCI, Kastle Systems, Last Lock, rf IDEAS, SAFR Scan (RealNetworks), and Sentry.
Quanergy 3D LiDAR Security Solutions Safeguard Railroad Tunnels in One of California’s Largest Cities
Quanergy Solutions provider of 3D LiDAR security solutions, was chosen by a large municipality in California to bolster pedestrian safety in the city’s underground railways where fatality risks and costly liability issues were of growing concern. The California city’s management had been grappling with a substantial number of missed alarms within its underground railroad system due to the intricate terrain and challenging lighting conditions.
Barrier1 Showcases Perimeter Protection Vehicle Security Gates at Inaugural Fence Show and Security Expo
Barrier1 Systems is showcasing its portfolio of top-rated vehicle security gates and barriers at the inaugural Fence Show and Security Expo in booth #1127, August 23-25 in Las Vegas. The company’s team of security barrier experts are attending the premier conference to engage traditional fence resellers on the multitude of new and emerging business opportunities for perimeter-hardening, vehicle barrier systems.
LenelS2 Again Recognized as Global Leader in Access Control Solutions
LenelS2 has been recognized as holding the top market share position, globally, for access control software and all controllers in the latest report from the prominent tech industry research firm Omdia. LenelS2 also ranked as the top market share position in the Americas for all access control equipment. Omdia regularly reports on the access control industry and has shown that LenelS2 has consistently held these top market share positions, globally, for over 10 years. LenelS2 is a part of Carrier Global Corporation (NYSE: CARR), global leader in intelligent climate and energy solutions.
Morse Watchmans Unveils Emergency Key Grab (EKG) Kit for Swift, Secured First Responder Key Access in K-12 Schools
Morse Watchmans announce the launch of its Emergency Key Grab (EKG) Kit, a lifesaving solution designed for use in K-12 schools. The new EKG Kit centers around Morse Watchmans’ proprietary electronic key control system and includes additional materials and support required to provide first responders with fast, secure access to keys in the event of a school lockdown or emergency.
Children’s Hospital of Atlanta Selects TKH Security for Smart Parking System
TKH Security recently began installation for a previously awarded Automated Parking Guidance System (APGS) contract with Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta (CHOA) for the parking facilities at the new $1.5 billion […]
Woodbine Entertainment Group Transforms Security Operations and Evidence-sharing with Genetec Security Center and Clearance
Genetec announced that Toronto’s Woodbine Entertainment Group (WEG) has updated its overall security stance with Genetec™ Security Center and Genetec Clearance™. WEG selected the open, unified Genetec platform with an eye toward future growth. Founded in 1881 as the Ontario Jockey Club, WEG owns and operates Woodbine Racetrack in Toronto, Woodbine Mohawk Park in Campbellville. WEG properties welcome over seven million visitors annually.
LenelS2 Releases Updates to Flagship OnGuard Platform
LenelS2 has released the latest version of its flagship access control and alarm monitoring system, OnGuard ® Version 8.2. This new version empowers users to take advantage of a range of new value-added features and enhancements, prioritizing the optimization of their security profiles, boosting operational efficiency, and delivering a more customizable and intuitive user experience. LenelS2 is a part of Carrier Global Corporation (NYSE: CARR), global leader in intelligent climate and energy solutions.
Identity One and Convergint Deploy Access Control Solution for Military Facility
Identity One announced the successful testing of their joint solution with Convergint Federal for a North Carolina military facility. The military facility expressed a need to register Common Access Cards (CAC) into an air-gapped AMAG physical access control system (PACS). Convergint’s integrated solution employs Identity One’s FIPSlink software to ensure the facility’s ability to become fully FICAM compliant when requirements change.
ASSA ABLOY Launches Expanded 360° Virtual Tour Across Education and Healthcare Markets
ASSA ABLOY Opening Solutions announces an expanded version of its 360° virtual tour, which provides an immersive, interactive experience to illustrate the vital role of door security and access control in education and healthcare settings. The ASSA ABLOY 360° Virtual Tour takes users on a digital walkthrough of three venues: a university setting, a K-12 school, and a hospital.
Vector Flow Partners with Nedap Security to Automate Laborious Physical Identity and Access Management Processes
Vector Flow is proud to announce a new partnership with Nedap, a Dutch multinational technology company responsible for the development of powerful physical security solutions. This partnership sees the Vector Flow platform seamlessly integrate with Nedap’s AEOS physical access control system to simplify physical access and identity management (PIAM) and deliver outstanding user experience.
Tampa School Security Company Aims to Make Schools Impenetrable Against School Shooters
School Shield Security Film, a new company in based in Tampa that installs security film on glass windows and doors in schools, announced its official launch on Wednesday. Security film, which ranges from eight to 21 millimeters in thickness, is installed and anchored on existing doors and windows, making those glass surfaces virtually impenetrable.
Altronix and Inner Range Team-up to Offer New Access & Power Integration Solutions
Altronix to announce the integration of their Trove™ access and power solutions with the Inner Range Integriti line of access control. Available with or without pre-configured power distribution, the Altronix Trove™ Series allows systems integrators to easily combine Altronix power with Inner Range Integriti controllers and accessories. Altronix accommodates Inner Range Integriti in the Trove2 and Trove3 Series, supporting up to 16 doors with power in a single enclosure.
Arcules and Genea Integrate Cloud-Based Security Solutions for a Powerful SaaS Combination
Arcules announced the integration of its cloud-based video platform with the Genea access control platform. The combined cloud-based solution allows businesses to manage access to facilities, validate activities with video data, and quickly react to protect employees and company assets. The unified security solution incorporates video feeds for real-time monitoring, video playback of cloud-based video, camera mapping to door locations for instant video verification, and a camera wall feature to display multiple live camera views.
Sielox Simplifies Spring Cleaning of Access Control Data with Pinnacle’s System Cleanup Utility Feature
Sielox is encouraging access control administrators to take on the spring cleaning of their access control system data by using the System Clean Up Utility feature available with the Sielox Pinnacle™ 11.0 Access Control Platform. The System Clean Up Utility feature effectively enables a swift and thorough cleanup of invalid or outdated access control data, resulting in enhanced system management and security.
Introducing SALTO Neoxx G3: The ultimate electronic padlock solution
SALTO’s new Neoxx G3 electronic padlock is the most advanced and versatile locking system suitable for a wide range of applications. Designed with exceptional attention to detail, this electronic padlock offers unbeatable durability and reliability, ensuring that property and valuables are kept safe and secure at all times. Featuring a special armoured case with a double-layered structure, the SALTO Neoxx G3 electronic padlock provides unbeatable protection against falls, shocks, and even the harshest environments or usage.
Allegion’s STANLEY Access Technologies Revolutionizes Drive-Thru Experience With Latest QSR Innovation
STANLEY announced the launch of Dura-Glide® DT™, an automatic drive-thru window and door hybrid designed to help fast food and QSR brands face their greatest challenges at the drive-thru. Developed alongside global QSR leaders, the Dura-Glide® DT™ provides flexibility to operate in window or door mode, so that staff can easily service drive-thru customers as well as parked patrons and third-party delivery services.
Axis Communications Partners with Altronix to Expand Trove™ Access and Power Integration Solutions
Altronix continues to expand the company’s popular line of Trove™ Access and Power Integration Solutions in partnership with access control provider, Axis Communications. The Trove2AX2 is completely customizable and accommodates AXIS A1601/A1610 or A1210-B Network Door Controller modules with Altronix power distribution. The combined enclosure and backplane solution simplifies board layout and wire management, ultimately reducing installation time and labor costs.
Genetec introduces Grants Support Team to Help Public Sector Agencies
Genetec introduces the Genetec Grants Support Team (GGST) to assist US public sector agencies research, select, and apply for grant funding for their technology projects. Grants often provide key funding for organizations to introduce solutions that help them better serve their communities. However, public sector teams may not have the time and resources available to research and apply for available grant opportunities. The GGST can now support them, serving as an extension of their internal team throughout the grant process.