Access Control
Princeton Identity Upgrades Access Control System With Biometric Iris Recognition At Elder Care Facility
Princeton Identity has recently implemented an iris recognition system at Brevillier Village, a long term care and independent residential/retirement facility in Erie, Pennsylvania, that will make access control procedures easier and more convenient for both residents and staff. According to Jean LaFuria, Vice President of Residential Services, Brevillier Village, there were problems on-site when residents had difficulty using the access control keypads to move about the facility. A variety of options were investigated, including larger keypads to increase visibility, but none were an ideal solution.
How OSDP Will Help Security Professionals
The Open Supervised Device Protocol (OSDP) is a communication standard adopted by the Security Industry Association (SIA) that lets security equipment, such as card and biometric readers from one company interface easily with control panels and equipment from another manufacturer. In other words, OSDP fosters interoperability among security devices. It also adds sophistication and security benefits through features such as bi-directional communication and read/write capabilities.
MicroStrategy Collaborates With AMAG Technology
AMAG Technology (a G4S Company), a security solution provider specializing in access control, video management, policy-based identity solutions and visitor management, and MicroStrategy® Incorporated (Nasdaq: MSTR), a leading worldwide provider of enterprise software platforms, announced a modern, next-generation physical access control solution combining MicroStrategy?s Usher and AMAG Technology?s Symmetry Access Control.
PRYSM Releases Low Cost Access Control Solution For ONVIF Controllers
PRYSM SOFTWARE has released AppEntry, its long awaited entry level access control and ONVIF 16 camera solution. The advent of open architecture door controllers is expected to grow significantly and replace proprietary systems since they offer more flexibility and choice for buyers.
Urbanova Standardizes On Boon Edam Turnstiles For All Its Lima Buildings
Boon Edam Inc., a global leader in security entrances and architectural revolving doors, announced that the real estate company Urbanova has standardized on Boon Edam turnstiles for all its Lima, Peru buildings. The real estate firm?s objective was to have an access control system that eases the control function for building guards with simple, robust equipment and a design consistent with the intended image of its buildings: solidity and modernity.
Open Options Announces New Bridge Technologies With Software House And Vanderbilt
Open Options, the industry leader in open platform access control solutions, has partnered with Mercury Security to offer two new bridge technology integrations –with Software House iSTAR Pro and Vanderbilt SMS– that provide even more choices to use access control products such as DNA Fusion™ software. The new bridge technology developed by Mercury and implemented by Open Options for its DNA Fusion access control software provides end users a simple, yet effective, way to transition to an open platform solution from proprietary Software House and legacy Vanderbilt SMS hardware.
Tom Schneider, Physics PhD, New Engineering Manager For Boon Edam
Boon Edam Inc., a global leader in security entrances and architectural revolving doors, announced the hiring of Tom Schneider as the company?s new Engineering Manager. Tom brings to Boon Edam 22 years of experience in increasingly responsible roles within scientific and technical disciplines at several companies. In his most recent position, Tom managed technical programs for KYMA Technologies.
Orchard Place Relies On 3xLOGIC Access Control Across Several Locations
3xLOGIC, Inc., a leading provider of integrated intelligent security solutions, announced Orchard Place, a Des Moines, IA-based provider of children?s mental health services, is standardizing on 3xLOGIC?s infinias access control across nearly all of its facilities. With the help of a large professional staff, volunteers, and individual and corporate donors, Orchard Place provides a wide range of mental health services for children including residential, outpatient, in-home and care coordination programs.
Vanderbilt Finalizes Acquisition Of Access Control Technology Ltd.
Vanderbilt, a global leader providing state-of-the-art security systems, announced the completion of its purchase of Access Control Technology (ACT) Ltd. The integration of ACT?s product line into Vanderbilt?s core offering brings significant depth to the company?s access control and video surveillance while also bringing a new cloud-based solution to the portfolio.
Senior Care Center Seamlessly Migrates To IP Access Control With Tyco Security Products
Tyco Security Products has announced that Kiwanis Village Lodge, a care facility for seniors in Nanaimo, B.C., has selected a new IP-based access control system from Kantech that features one-button door controller enrollment and the ability to leverage the facility?s existing infrastructure to ensure continuity of services to the lodge?s residents. With help from local systems integration firm, Securco Services, Inc., Kiwanis Village Lodge chose Kantech?s KT-1 Ethernet-ready door controllers for their ease of use, cost-efficiency, and ability to be integrated with the facility?s existing access control infrastructure, including wiring, access card readers, and card reader racks.
Camden Door Controls Expands Lazerpoint RF Offering Unprecedented Wireless Design Capabilities
Camden Door Controls, a premier provider of door activation and locking devices, has expanded their Lazerpoint RF™ family of 915Mhz. spread spectrum wireless products. The system encompasses the widest range of wall switch transmitters, 1, 2, & 4 button FOBs, touchless switches, and digital keypads available today, and qualifies Camden as the only manufacturer to provide all these activation devices in one suite offering.
Face Forensics? Access Control System Links Face Biometrics To ID Cards
It?s another example of the biometric access control and attendance tracking solutions emerging as such technology becomes more accessible to customers. For its part, in a statement announcing the new F2, Face Forensics says the system ?is designed to be straightforward to integrate into existing access control systems and connects easily to images in existing industry-standard databases,? which should help to heighten its appeal to organizations in the market for improved security or attendance tracking.
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.