Access Control
Genetec SV-32 Unified Security Appliance Now Available Through Key Distributors in the United States
Genetec™, a manufacturer of open platform, unified IP security solutions, today announced that its SV-32, a security appliance that provides native support for video surveillance and access control capabilities, is available through new distribution partnerships in the US. The SV-32 appliance comes pre-installed with Genetec?s flagship open platform security system, Security Center, allowing end-users to deploy their choice of a unified security solution, or a standalone access control or video surveillance system.
Vanderbilt Announces Strategic Alliance With SwiftData Technology
Vanderbilt, a global leader in the delivery of innovative, highly reliable technologies that help organizations ensure safety and security, announced today a strategic partnership with SwiftData Technology, a provider of custom-configurable data management systems. The partnership combines Vanderbilt?s industry-leading access control and security management solutions with SwiftData?s Pinwheel Data Management Engine (DME) to form Vanderbilt VI Connect powered by Pinwheel.
Specialized Bikes Select MOBOTIX to Protect UK Head Office With CCTV and Access Control Solution
MOBOTIX AG, a leading manufacturer of digital high-resolution, network-based video security systems has released details of a project at Specialized Bicycle Components in the UK to secure access to its headquarters, workshop and showroom protecting high value engineering tools and concept models.
PERCo Electromechanical Locks With Power Supply Over Locking Bolt
Today, electromechanical mortise locks are considered to be an inherent part of modern office access control systems. Form and Funcion: Internal office door locks should be aesthetically pleasing, be easy-to-install, and have a sufficient forced-entry protection class. PERCo has designed a unique series of electromechanical mortise locks for doors located in premises with high requirements for design and appearance, such as offices and conference rooms.
Boon Edam to Launch Revolutionary Access Control Barrier Series at ISC West
With people passing through all day long, the security of sensitive areas of buildings, as well as the personal safety of the people visiting, must be guaranteed. To meet this demand, Boon Edam has created a new range of security products to manage the flow of people in and throughout a building. Yet, a challenge remains: How to achieve a secure entrance environment while meeting the high aesthetic demands of today?s buildings?
Zwipe Joins Allegion’s aptiQ Alliance Program
Zwipe, a global leader in biometric authentication technology, today announced that it has joined the aptiQ® Alliance Program, a collaborative group of global companies that support Allegion’s aptiQ smart card technology to create an ecosystem of open, highly secure solutions. Zwipe can now provide aptiQ customers with biometric authorization using their presently installed aptiQ card readers. aptiQ users will be able to authenticate themselves directly on the Zwipe biometric card without adding a biometric reader to existing aptiQ? multi-technology card reader systems.
Attendees at Delta’s Vehicle Access Equipment Demonstration Ask for More Cities
Delta Scientific, the leading manufacturer of counter-terrorist vehicle control systems used in the United States and internationally, announced that, on March 5, over 100 security professionals, integrators, and contractors came together at Delta’s Palmdale home office and manufacturing plant to view anti-terrorism barriers, bollards, crash-rated gates, and other equipment, including new products.
SureView Systems Announces Integration With AMAG Technology
SureView Systems, a leading provider of commercial central station and enterprise command center software for the security industry, announced a new integration for its Immix® platform with Symmetry™ access control software from AMAG Technology.
Boon Edam Releases Results of Major Tailgating Survey
Boon Edam Inc. released the results of an internal survey looking at perceptions and trends with respect to the issue of tailgating entry into buildings. The survey was conducted in late 2014. Boon Edam Inc. asked over 3,000 contacts from its database of end users, security consultants and integrators to share their perceptions about the risk of tailgating into their acilities.
Gallagher Introduces New Technology to the Security Market
Amongst the releases is Command Centre v7.30 – the next generation of Gallagher’s globally recognized central management platform which introduces their new mobile application. Also released is the Controller 6000 Starter Kits, and new functionality for Gallagher’s award winning T20 Card + PIN Terminal, which now provides comprehensive alarm functionality.
3xLOGIC Acquires Infinias Access Control Lines
3xLOGIC, Inc., a leading provider of integrated intelligent security solutions, today announced that it has acquired the access control product lines of infinias Inc. The acquisition closed on February 27th, and all related personnel and other moves were completed as of March 2nd.
Long Range Facial Recognition for Access Control: A Viable Solution
The new frontier for biometric technology is now a reality: long range facial recognition for access control. Historically there was fear about capturing and storing biometric information. The second challenge was having to slow down at a door to present credentials, or worse, interact with an unreliable device you had to touch or put your face close to.
Razberi Technologies Names Randy Brem North America VP of Sales
Razberi Technologies —a leading developer of network video solutions for professional video surveillance and security applications— has named industry executive Randy Brem as its new Vice President of Sales for North America.
SALTO and MAXXESS Establish Strategic Partnership
SALTO Systems, world leaders in wire-free and wireless access control technology, and Maxxess, a U.S.-based, global corporation recognized for its award-winning security software, announced a strategic partnership. The collaboration brings together SALTO?s Virtual Network (SVN) with Maxxess? universal security management software, eFusion to deliver a powerful integrated platform for managing both online and offline access points.
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.
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.
SecurityHive.com Articles of Interest for 2014
As 2015 gets underway, it’s always interesting to look back over the past year and review those stories that grabbed our attention and imagination. Here are some of those articles that we highlighted on SecurityHive.com – Anyone remember Canon buying Milestone?
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.