Access Control
Stafford Mahfouz Named to Smart Card Alliance’s Access Control Council Steering Committee
Tyco Security Products announced that Stafford Mahfouz, Manager of the Government and Department of Defense Vertical for Tyco Security Products, has been elected to the Smart Card Alliance?s Access Control Council steering committee for 2015-2016 as a representative of physical access control product and services providers.
Zoning in on Safety at UK’s University of York
The University of York launched CriticalArc?s SafeZone to provide round-the-clock safety reassurance to students and staff. York is the first University in the Russell Group to roll out the simple-to-use, free application designed to help those on campus to summon security or safety assistance via their mobile phones. The SafeZone system allows security or first aid personnel to pinpoint the location where help is needed.
Boon Edam Wins Order for First Self-Boarding Lanes in China
Royal Boon Edam today announces that they have won the order for the installation of their Airport Swinglane self-boarding security lane at Xiamen International Airport in China. This project will be the first self-boarding project in China which is not installed as part of a pilot program.
Monitor Dynamics Names REP Marketing Solutions as Manufacturer?s Representatives for US Northeast
Monitor Dynamics (MonDyn), the security industry?s leading manufacturer of unified access control and intrusion detection solutions, today announced that it has partnered with top-tier manufacturer?s representative firm REP Marketing Solutions, Inc., (REPMS) to launch and promote market growth for the new iTRUST 2.0 POE+ powered, server-less IP Access Control product in the Metro New York, New Jersey and New England geographical territory.
Farpointe’s MAXSecure Provides Increased Security to Card-Based Access Control Systems
Farpointe Data, the access control industry’s global partner of choice for premium RFID solutions, today announced that access control manufacturers and integrators can now provide their customers with a way to protect their card-based systems from skimming, eavesdropping and relay attacks. Skimming occurs when the attacker uses an unauthorized reader to access information on the unsuspecting victim’s RFID card or tag without consent.
Access Control Systems: Six Key Planning Steps
At one time, the function of an access control system was simply to enable facilities to control the ability to enter and leave without using hard keys, while creating a logging system with no paper. Access control systems have evolved into multi-faceted tools that can control the movement of people and assets, support video, and integrate cameras as well as financial and vending systems — all with the use of one smartcard or token. Because of this complexity, it’s essential to follow the proper steps in planning access control systems.
Wearable Tech Shakes Up Access Control
Marrying access control to wearable technology will vastly improve user experience while boosting security, says Brivo Labs. Brivo Labs was into wearable technology long before wearable technology was cool. "The lanyard with an access control card on it is a wearable, so we’ve been in it for years," said Lee Odess, general manager of the Bethesda, Md.-based company that has sold access control products for 15-plus years.
Argus Control Relies on ECKey for Highly Effective Inventory Control
ECKey, the market leader in Smartphone Access Control Systems and Bluetooth Readers, today announced that Argus Control, located in Brasilia, Brazil, has implemented ECKey access control technology to provide low cost, highly effective control for its product inventory.
Viscount Systems Unveils Web-Based Physical Access Control Appliance
Viscount Systems (OTCQB:VSYS), a leading provider of IT-based security software and services, today announced the release of Freedom CUBE, a Web-based access control network appliance for the small-to-medium enterprise environment of 64 doors or less. The Freedom CUBE includes all of the features expected from an enterprise-class solution, including emergency mustering, elevator control, video integration, and robust I/O configuration.
CNL Software Receives Factory Certification Under Lenel?s OpenAccess Alliance Program
CNL Software, a world leader in Physical Security Information Management (PSIM) software is pleased to announce that its IPSecurityCenter™ PSIM has received Lenel factory certification under the Lenel OpenAccess Alliance Program (OAAP). The interface between IPSecurityCenter PSIM and the Lenel OnGuard access control, video, and intrusion platform provides aggregated security intelligence allowing organizations to react faster and more precisely to incidents. Both CNL Software and Lenel have solutions deployed together in a number of enterprise level installations in the U.S., Europe and Middle East.
Google Wants Biometric Authentication Over Passwords for Glass
Google Glass is due to receive an update in 2015, and if a Google patent submitted last month is any indication, it could include a new feature to let wearers use their fingerprints, or scans of their eyes, instead of passwords on websites.
Axis Expands Its Physical Access Control Offering With a Card Reader
Axis Communications introduced AXIS A4011-E Reader. The reader supports touch-free entry with most entry card formats and is suitable for both indoor and outdoor installation. It has an intuitive user interface with illuminated symbols and a sound indicator to clearly display the status and communicate with the user. The keypad features backlight illumination and durable stainless steel buttons.
6 Trends Impacting Access Control and the Overall Security Market
Increased emphasis placed on interoperability and total cost of ownership in security purchasing decisions From 4K Ultra HD resolution surveillance cameras to near field communication (NFC) or Bluetooth-enabled access control readers and applications, technology innovation in the security industry runs the gamut. However, while these newer technologies and the advanced functionality they offer generate a lot of buzz, the fact remains that today’s end users and systems integrators are looking for much more in the security devices they purchase than just the latest and greatest features.
Storm Choose HID Global?s iCLASS SE Platform to Drive New Generation of AXS Products
As Storm prepare to announce their new product line up for 2015, news emerges that they will introduce a new generation of keypads with integrated Genuine HID® contactless technology. These keypads will offer enhanced security with dual authentication. A combination of PIN entry and presentation of a contactless card requires both knowledge and possession to achieve authorized access.
A Crash Course on Creating a Vehicular Perimeter Security System
From pedestrian-filled farmers markets, universities, new and used car lots, government facilities, and to a wide variety of agencies find peace of mind through the use of barriers, bollards, barricades, and crash gates for vehicle-based physical access control at the perimeter. When evaluating the security risk for a given facility, particular attention must be focused on the weights and velocities of vehicles that would be used to attempt penetration into sensitive areas.
What Does the Future Hold for Access Control as a Service?
How will the electronic access control industry embrace the cloud in the coming years? Will governments see the value in using commercial cloud resources? Will governments create standards and best practices to ease restrictions on cloud storage across borders? Will operational expenditure (opex) options open the door to more SMB adoption? With the cost per door coming down for access control solutions? Will the market opportunity for access control as a service (ACaaS) be negatively impacted?
New GPS Tracking Solution Offers Protection for ATMs in Financial and Retail Establishments
This innovative system’s global platform leverages multiple security and tracking applications and will deliver impressive apprehension (up to 70% of cases) and asset return (more than 87%) rates. By incorporating smart technology, the devices offer wide flexibility in deployment and improved data storage and organization. The ATM Tracker offers a compact profile which makes it easier to install in different ATMs or similar cash dispensing machines.
Optex Targets Transport Security
Next week at Transport Security Expo, Olympia, London, Optex will be exhibiting complete detection and access control solutions tailored for the transportation sector. This includes high security intrusion detection systems for perimeter protection; access control, directional analysis, and thrown object detection systems to protect controlled areas; and obstacle/people detection for railway safety applications.
ASSA ABLOY Acquires ODIS in Chile
ASSA ABLOY (STO:ASSAB) has signed an agreement to acquire ODIS Limitada, a leading supplier of locks, padlocks, and steel doors to the Chilean market. ODIS, established in 1930, is headquartered in Santiago, Chile and has 240 employees.
Honeywell Brings Wireless Access Control to More Doors
Honeywell announced enhancements to its Pro-Watch security management system that allow integrators to cost effectively accommodate virtually any access control need through expanded support for wireless locksets and biometric readers. Pro-Watch 4.2 is now compatible with multiple biometric reader options, along with added support for several brands and types of wireless locks – including options from Allegion (AD-400 Series), Assa Abloy (Aperio Line), and Salto (Sallis and SVN) – that enable the system to protect previously hard-to-reach doors and locations.