Access Control

SALTO Systems To Showcase Electronic Lock Solutions For Facility Managers At IFMA Expo In San Diego

SALTO Systems, a leading manufacturer of electronic access control solutions, will showcase electronic lock innovations perfect for facilities of any size at the annual IFMA World Workplace Conference to be held in San Diego the first week of October.

Vanderbilt To Acquire Dublin-Based Access Control Technology (ACT) Ltd.

Vanderbilt, a global leader providing state-of-the-art security systems, announced it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Access Control Technology Ltd (ACT) based in Dublin, Ireland. This purchase will enhance Vanderbilt?s strategic expansion plans for strengthening its access control business and product portfolio.

Galaxy Control Systems Debuts Online Video Library

Galaxy Control Systems, a leading provider of integrated access control security solutions, is pleased to announce their online Video Library is now available on their website. The professionally produced videos provide dealer partners with convenient access to Galaxy?s eight most common tech support questions, with more to come over the next several months.

Tyco Security Products Offers HID Mobile-Enabled Readers

Tyco Security Products is offering HID Mobile Access iCLASS SE and multiCLASS SE Mobile-Enabled Readers with optional Open Supervised Device Protocol (OSDP) for use with Software House C?CURE 9000 v.2.50 event management platform. This integration ensures that customers have access to the newest breed of access control readers available in the market today, enabling users the ability to use a secure smartphone credential.

TECMILENIO University Protected by Boon Edam Turnstiles to Ensure Community Safety

Boon Edam Inc., a global leader in security entrances and architectural revolving doors, announced that in order to maintain an appropriate, safe environment for its educational community, Universidad TECMILENIO has implemented a multi-campus, perimeter security project that enables the institution to offer secure yet convenient pedestrian access to its campuses from adjacent parking lots.

Tyco Celebrates Kantech’s 30 Years Of Access Control Innovation

Tyco Security Products is proud to announce that the Kantech access control product line is celebrating its 30th year, marking a history of innovation, integrity and usability to make it one of the most well-known and respected access control brands in the market today. From its first KT-100 and KT-200 door controllers to its integrated INTEVO, its complete security solution, and KT-1 door controller with single button enrollment, Kantech has redefined the user experience for small to medium sized businesses globally by offering innovative and technologically progressive solutions that are easy to deploy, configure and manage.

How To Protect Your ID Card Access Control System From Getting Hacked

When a 125kHz proximity card is powered up by getting in ?proximity? of a reader, it immediately begins to transmit a fixed binary code number. As a result, it?s also possible to use a device that will stealthily power up the card from a distance to read and record its internal data. An attacker can then easily use the card?s information to let unauthorized people in.

Open Options Announces Access Control Integration With Axis Communications

Open Options and Axis Communications are both proponents of the value of open architecture in access control software and hardware. By integrating DNA Fusion with AXIS A1001 Network Door Controller, the integration provides a non-proprietary, open IP-based complete access control solution that is leading edge and future proof.

Boon Edam Entrances Now Available As BIM Files On Autodesk Seek Library

Boon Edam Inc., a global leader in security entrances and architectural revolving doors, today announced that its entrance solutions are now available to architects, designers, and contractors as Building Information Modeling (BIM) files on the Autodesk Seek library at seek.autodesk.com. Boon Edam Inc.?s BIM files have also been updated and optimized for use with Autodesk Revit software in North, Central and South America.

Arteco Announces Integration With BlueWave Security Through Open Connector

Arteco, a global provider of event-driven intelligent video management solutions, announced today its integration of BlueWave Security access control solutions. BlueWave leveraged Arteco?s Open Connector, an integration platform that make the interoperability between systems and devices and provides an intuitive process to leverage the full power of the Arteco Video Event Management (VEMS) system.

Sielox Pinnacle Access Control Management

The Sielox Pinnacle® v.10 by Sielox LLC includes more than 30 upgrades designed to help users improve access control management. An updated version of the Sielox 1700 Controller is also available; it features additional integrations with various AD and NDE locks.access control management. The Pinnacle access control management solution offers greater control over facility security. Configurations can be made for a small office, a facility, or across a campus with a multitude of access points. Pinnacle is available in several configurations to match an organization?s evolving needs: Pinnacle Lite, Standard, Plus, and Professional.

Bill Wood Is SALTO System’s New President For North America

SALTO Systems is very pleased to announce the incorporation of Bill Wood as President of SALTO Systems North America as of August 1, 2016. In this new role, Wood will be responsible for both the commercial and hospitality business lines in the United States and Canada. He will report to Marc Handels, SALTO’s Chief Sales and Marketing Officer.

Tyco Security Products Offers EyeLock Nano NXT Iris Authentication

An ideal solution for business, government and other applications, EyeLock nano NXT uses video, rather than still pictures, to capture eye images at 20 frames per second. EyeLock?s technology converts the unique characteristics of each iris into encrypted code, creating a high level of security with a false accept rate during authentication of 1 in 1.5 million for a single eye. The biometric identifier can authenticate up to 20 people per minute while in-motion and at-a-distance of 12 inches.

Axis Launches Small And Powerful Network Video Door Station

Axis Communications, the market leader in network video, introduces AXIS A8105-E Network Video Door Station that can allow operators to monitor entrances, communicate directly with visitors, and open doors remotely, using a mobile app, IP phone or Video Management System (VMS). The door station is ideal for installations within the retail, education or healthcare segments and its small size allows it to be installed where space is limited.

Boon Edam Launches Slimmest Single Wing Access Gate

Royal Boon Edam International B.V., one of the world?s largest manufacturers of architectural revolving doors, today announced the launch of the Winglock Swing, an intuitive, elegant new single wing access gate. This gate is specifically designed to either coordinate with the contemporary Speedlane Lifeline series (as an additional specialized lane) or be used as a stand-alone single installation.

Suprema Launches ‘BioEntry W2’ Fingerprint Access Control Device

Suprema, a global leader in biometrics and security technology, announced global launching of BioEntry W2, an outdoor fingerprint access control device that offers highest matching performance, outdoor durability and multi-card reading in a package to provide comprehensive access control features. BioEntry W2 well blends loads of industry-leading technologies and innovations. BioEntry W2 is loaded with class-leading 1.2GHz quad core CPU which achieves incredible matching speed up to 150,000 match/second. With its large 2GB memory, BioEntry W2 can store and manage up to 500,000 users and provides instant matching results with minimal lag time.

Fort Bend County Texas Chooses 3xLOGIC to Unify Access Control

3xLOGIC, Inc., a leading provider of integrated intelligent security solutions announced that Fort Bend County, TX has begun to roll out 3xLOGIC’s infinias Intelli-M access control to over 30 different buildings and facilities throughout the county. Digital Air Control is the integrator and installer for this on-going project. The county has a total of 186 buildings and access control is installed at over 30 of the more important sites

Eventbrite Extends Platform With RFID Technology to Streamline Entry Management and Cut Wait Times at Large Events and Festivals

Eventbrite, the world’s largest self-service ticketing platform, today announced it has started offering an RFID (Radio-frequency identification) solution, designed to help large, multi-day festivals and events streamline entry-management operations, create and enhance revenue streams, and reduce fraud.

Vigitron and PCSC Announce World-Wide Partnership for Expansion of Access Control Systems

PCSC, a provider of state of the art access control systems, and Vigitron, Inc., a global leader in analog and IP infrastructure transmission solutions, have announced the expansion of their relationship to form a world-wide partnership. Under this agreement, Vigitron will provide infrastructure equipment for PCSC?s growing line of IP/PoE based Access Control products, as well as, service, training, and technology sharing.

Why RFID Access Control on a Jobsite Is More Important Than You Think

A construction jobsite is a perfect example of where RFID technology is used in countless applications. Jobsites are able to use a variety of RFID frequencies in applications to ensure security and to automate previously manual processes. Some examples include: Locating long range, or hard to find items with active RFID.