Hanwha Techwin Launches AI-Enhanced X series Cameras
Hanwha Techwin launched one of its most advanced line-up of security cameras to date with the new X-Core AI and X-Plus AI series. Featuring Hanwha?s advanced artificial intelligence (AI) and deep-learning technologies, the new cameras offer industry-leading AI-based object detection for false alarm reduction analytics, AI-enhanced image quality and edge-based business intelligence.
Security & Safety Things Announces Winners of its Second App Challenge
Security and Safety Things GmbH is pleased to announce the three winners of its second App Challenge, a contest to spur creative development in video analytic applications. The winning apps were chosen from a pool of more than 30 proposals for solutions that addressed specific security and business use cases in the retail, transportation, stadiums and entertainment, and healthcare verticals.
Morse Watchmans? Key Management Solutions at ISC West
Morse Watchmans will have its full array of key control solutions on display at ISC West. Morse Watchmans will demonstrate how its key control and security management systems integrate with other access control and physical security systems, or function as standalone options. From the KeyWatcher Touch key management solution that is a touch-enabled flagship system providing unparalleled security, efficiency, and tracking for keys and other assets, to KeyWatcher Fleet.
DITEK Launches Versa-Module Surge Protection Solution
DITEK announces the launch of a new modular surge protection solution that provides tailored multi-voltage protection for all varieties of low-voltage electronic systems. The new DTK-VM2 and DTK-VM2T Series product line offers 4, 8, and 24 channel enclosure options that accept a wide array of rapid-replacement modules designed to protect any combination of signaling, data, and low voltage power circuits from 5V up to 130V.
TDSi Integration with RotaOne Time & Attendance Solution
TDSi announce the new integration of its powerful GARDiS access control range with RotaOne Time & Attendance platform. The new integration enables businesses and organisations to incorporate the two market-leading solutions, providing a complete overview of staff movements and the security of facilities. Integrating GARDiS with RotaOne enables businesses to mitigate risk by ensuring staff are safe and facilities are secure.
3 Roles Security Plays in Manufacturing Distribution
The pressures of the global pandemic forced remarkable evolutions in the way we do business as well as the tools with which we perform our tasks. Upon inspection, manufacturing and distribution in particular were presented with significant challenges of productivity, supply chain continuity, employee safety as well as the increased requirements around workplace safety. With these factors in play, leaders in this space were able to deftly respond to the initial COVID-19 workplace requirements via OSHA & CDS.
Beth Kahwajy Zdrojewski Promoted to SALTO Hospitality Vertical Leader
SALTO Systems announce the promotion of Beth Kahwajy Zdrojewski to North America Vertical Business Leader-Hospitality. Prior to taking on this new role, Zdrojewski served as SALTO National Account Manager for Hospitality. SALTO North America Director of Marketing and Vertical Business Steve Burk said the hospitality industry is an important vertical for electronic access control as they continue to leverage added security, operational efficiencies, and guest satisfaction.
Liberty Defense Appoints Michael Lanzaro as President & CTO
Liberty Defense is pleased to announce that it has promoted Michael Lanzaro to the role of President & CTO. Michael Lanzaro has over 25 years of management experience leading large high-tech organizations with product development, research and development, and marketing, as well as profit and loss responsibilities. Prior to joining Liberty Defense, Michael served as Vice President of Engineering for L3?s Security and Detection Systems division.
March Networks Signs $4 Million Product and Services Contract with California Transportation Agency
March Networks is pleased to announce that one of California?s busiest transportation authorities will standardize its entire bus fleet on its RideSafe mobile solution. The $4 million contract will see more than 400 buses deployed with March Networks? complete end-to-end RideSafe solution. The contract includes cloud-based monitoring of all of the transportation authority?s mobile cameras and recorders, a services contract providing annual and recurring revenue for March Networks for up to 7 years.
Aeroturn Turnstiles Partnership with Harbor East Management
Aeroturn LLC announced that it has forged a strategic partnership with Harbor East Management Group over the years and installed its X-Wing turnstiles at various multi-tenant buildings in the prestigious Harbor East community. Harbor East is a $1.67 billion mixed-use development on Baltimore?s waterfront that has become one of the region?s most visible, rapidly emerging neighborhoods ? one that has become a premier destination for national employers, local residents and visitors seeking a dynamic metropolitan experience.
DITEK Corporation Promotes Wendy Gattis to Chief Executive Officer
DITEK announced the promotion of Wendy Gattis to Chief Executive Officer. Ms. Gattis joined DITEK Corporation in 2003 as the Director of Marketing Services, leveraging her experience in electronic component sales and supply chain solutions. Over the next 13 years she continued her ascension through the company, serving as Controller and Chief Financial Officer. In 2016, Ms. Gattis became DITEK?s Chief Operating Officer.
Alcatraz Partners with IES Communications
National systems integrator, IES Communications, LLC, a subsidiary of IES Holdings, Inc., has added the Alcatraz Rock autonomous IES Communications has selected the Alcatraz Rock to leverage the latest in biometrics ?facial authentication? which is more secure and more hygienic, as it reduces touchpoints. Alcatraz offers a touchless and secure physical access control solution that works with any access control system.
Genetec Broadens its Access Control Offering for US Federal Government Customers
Genetec announced that it is broadening its portfolio of FICAM-(Federal Identity, Credential, and Access Management) certified options for its Security Center Synergis access control system with support of Veridt Stealth access control readers. Traditionally, the options for Federal Government organizations to replace a non-FICAM compliant system or to secure a new site were restricted to a limited choice of proprietary solutions.
DITEK Launches Complete Surge Protection Solution for Fire Alarm Systems
DITEK announces the launch of a new complete electrical surge protection solution for fire alarm systems. The DTK-120X12 combines protection for 120V system power with protection for up to 12 low voltage circuits to eliminate unnecessary damage caused by electrical surge events. This unique and compact new combination simplifies the implementation of comprehensive surge protection for critically important fire alarm systems.
Delta Scientific Barrier Stops Intruder at U.S./Mexican Border
Delta Scientific announced that a man from Santa Ana, Calif. attempted to cross from Tijuana into the United States via a closed lane at the San Ysidro Port of Entry south of San Diego on the afternoon of December 22 (2020). The Hyundai sedan struck a Delta Scientific TT218EC manual beam vehicle access barrier on the American side of the border. The driver was instantly killed. Beam barriers are the perfect solution for ingress and egress applications where you want to leave the roadway undisturbed.
PSA Names Matt Barnette as Chief Executive Officer upon Retirement of Bill Bozeman
PSA announced the appointment of Matt Barnette as its next Chief Executive Officer; PSA?s current CEO, Bill Bozeman, plans to retire from the organization in 2021. Barnette most recently served as Vice President of Physical Access Control Solutions North America Business Unit for HID Global and previously held the role of President at Mercury Security. Barnette is a seasoned veteran in the physical security industry with over 30 years of experience in management and executive roles.
Lee Odess Book, the 6 Phase Changes Shaping Access Control
During this time of unprecedented change, the access control industry is flush with opportunity. Lee Odess, a 2020 IFSEC Global Influencer in Security and Fire and author of The 6 Phase Changes Shaping Access Control, hopes his new book will spur stakeholders to consider how today?s unique conditions are bearing upon every aspect of the access control industry. The book explores six driving forces and their resulting impact: market reach, technology, innovation engines, marketing, talent, and the “It” factor.
Interface Shares its top Security Industry Predictions for 2021
2021 could prove to be almost as turbulent for the security industry as 2020. In the earlier part of the year, we expect the industry will continue to grapple with the fallout from COVID-19 with possible disruptions to the equipment supply chain. However, assuming we can keep our critical workforce healthy and an effective vaccine is successfully deployed in Q2, the situation could improve very quickly.
Radar Named to the 2020 CB Insights Retail Tech 100 – List of Most Innovative B2B Retail Startups
CB Insights named Radar to its inaugural Retail Tech 100 ranking, which showcases the 100 most promising B2B retail tech companies in the world. The 2020 Retail Tech 100 cohort highlights startups reimagining the retail experience across 13 categories, from e-commerce infrastructure to supply chain automation and cashierless checkout. 21 countries represented this year include India, China, Canada, Singapore, and the United Kingdom, among others.
PSA Announces Partnership with QUMULEX for Managed Security Service Provider Program
PSA announced the addition of Qumulex. Qumulex offers a cloud-based, unified access control and video surveillance solution for physical security integrators that serve commercial markets. Qumulex?s video management and access control system is browser-based, using a mobile-first, modern progressive web app that runs on any device with a browser. The Qumulex open platform assures maximum flexibility for security integrators to choose best of breed cameras, door controllers, switches, analytics, and cloud integrations.