Access Control
S2 Security Announces S2 Mobile Security Professional App
S2 Security announced the release of S2 Mobile Security Professional, a security management app for smartphones and tablets. S2 Mobile Security Professional allows both security managers and staff to operate their S2 access control and video management systems from anywhere, dramatically improving productivity, decision-making and response time. The new app is a complete reimagining of the award-winning S2 Mobile Security Officer.
VIZpin ROLES Simplies Access Control Administration
VIZpin, the market leader in Smartphone Access Control, has announced the launch of VIZpin ROLES. This major update to the popular Access Control as a Service (ACaaS) greatly simplifies system administration for small, medium and large access control applications.
3xLOGIC Announces Updated Multi-Tier Certified Partner Program
3xLOGIC announced a newly-expanded Certified Partner Program for new dealers all the way up to existing National Account partners. The program will be offered to current and potential partners via their 3xLOGIC Regional Sales Manager and it will continue to evolve with new benefits added over time. All existing 3xLOGIC dealers will be reviewed and those who meet the CPP criteria will be invited to participate in the program.
3xLOGIC’s Infinias Access Control Adds Push Notification Feature
3xLOGIC —a three-time Deloitte Technology Fast 500™ winner— announced a new, no-cost feature has been added to their infinias access control software: push notifications. Users receive push notifications directly to their mobile device using 3xLOGIC?s Site Access mobile app available for both iOS and android devices. infinias Push Notification allows users to proactively manage their access control system instead of just reacting to a problem. With infinias Push Notification, users can be notified when a door is propped open, left open, or in an override state, such as Lockdown. Users are also notified when there is any activity before or after normal work hours.
Suprema Access Control Now Integrated With Arteco Video Event Management Software
The integration between Suprema?s BioStar 1 and 2 and Arteco adds real-time access control events into Arteco. BioStar solutions can now be managed from within the Arteco VEMS interface, streamlining usability and boosting event management. Through the Arteco mapping interface, operators can check door status and manage locks, demonstrating the benefits of managing multiple connectors through the Arteco UI.
SecureCircle Now Delivers Ubiquitous Transparent Security To Unstructured Data
SecureCircle has announced the launch of its flagship security product, SecureCircle, which is the first security product designed to meet the challenges of securing and managing unstructured data in a “zero-trust” world. Differing from other data security and access control solutions, SecureCircle automatically detects and transparently protects data no matter the form it takes throughout its lifecycle.
Chamberlain Group Files Patent Infringement Lawsuit Against Nortek Security
The Chamberlain Group, Inc. (CGI), a leader in garage door opener and access control solutions, filed a patent infringement lawsuit against Nortek Security & Control LLC (NSC) on Thursday, November 30, 2017. Lawsuit Alleges Infringement on Three Patents for Inventions that Improve Safety and Energy Efficient Operation of Garage Doors and Gates; Patented Technology Used in Chamberlain® and LiftMaster® Brands
Pelco And AMAG Provide Integrated Surveillance And Access Control Solution
Pelco by Schneider Electric has joined forces with AMAG Technology to deliver a truly integrated and scalable access control and surveillance system management solution enabling end-users across a wide spectrum of applications to make faster and more informed decisions.
Genetec Announces New Version 5.7 Of Security Center
Genetec has announced a new version of Security Center, an open-architecture platform that unifies video surveillance, access control, automatic license plate recognition (ALPR), communications, and analytics. Security Center 5.7 allows users to make insight-driven decisions based on security and analytics data. This latest version also adds privacy protection for individuals, efficiently distributes HID mobile access control credentials, and ensures business continuity with native access control failover.
Art Gallery Of Ontario Enjoys More Space And Comfort With Boon Edam BoonAssist TQ Revolving Door Entrance
Boon Edam announced that the Art Gallery of Ontario (AGO) has recently completed a major renovation project featuring a new South entrance with a Boon Edam manually revolving door called the BoonAssist TQ. A major expansion designed by Frank Gehry in 2008 with lead support from the family of Ken Thomson makes the AGO a highly-photographed architectural landmark. The AGO has been undergoing improvements and renovations for a number of years and the most recent project was an ambitious one. In a joint effort with the City of Toronto and the local community, the AGO worked to revitalize Grange Park, a 4.5 acre green space located behind the Gallery.
New Kantech EntraPass 7.30 Support ioSmart Cards And Readers
Johnson Controls introduces the latest version of its Kantech EntraPass Security Software with integration with Kantech?s ioSmart Card Reader, as part of an end-to-end encrypted access control solution. EntraPass v7.30 also includes integration with HID? Mobile Access for quick and easy access to doors using a mobile phone for the end users while maintain the credentials management through EntraPass.
Altronix’s New Power Supply Charger Solves Common Access Control Installation Challenge
Altronix unit is designed to provide installers with the versatility of deploying access control devices with different voltages using a single power source. In addition to saving valuable space, the OLS120D2X provides substantial reductions in labor and equipment costs by eliminating the need to install additional power supplies.
ISONAS Takes Cloud Expertise To Texas; Announces Sponsorship At Cloud+ 2017 Conference
ISONAS announced that the company will sponsor the Cloud+ 2017 Conference taking place on November 28th and 29th at the iconic Lost Pines Resort in Austin, TX. Cloud+ is the only cloud-centric event in the physical security industry and brought to the industry by Security Systems News, the producers of the TechSec Solutions Conference. The Cloud+ conference is a two-day event that will include powerful educational sessions relevant to today?s rapidly changing industry.
Farpointe Previews New Conekt Mobile Credentials/Readers At ISC East
Farpointe Data announced that access control system manufacturers, integrators, and dealers will be able to provide their customers with a mobile, smart phone application and hardware that provides free download, user’s choice of smart phone or smart card, and distribution via existing or independent access control software.
How to Fail Completely When Implementing Security Entrances
With an investment upwards of five, six and or even seven figures, the selection of security entrances is one of the most highly visible, impactful aspects of a security project you can accomplish. The goal is simple: prevent intrusion, but there are many pitfalls that can lead to failure. Failure as a spectrum could range from a bad six-month stretch of high stress to a loss of your good reputation, or even a breach at some point that could cost you your job. To help you avoid others? failures, we?re going flip the usual format around and show you how to really screw things to get you thinking and to firmly instill these lessons in your future planning. Here are nine of the biggest mistakes we?ve seen in the field. Follow these leads at your peril!
Orion Entrance Control And Near Field Magnetics Provide Higher Level Of Access In Motion At ISC East
Near Field Magnetics, Inc., is pleased to partner with Orion Entrance Control, Inc. at the upcoming ISC East show, November 15th & 16th booth 549, to demonstrate its next generation patented hands-free access control technology integrated with Orion?s world-class turnstiles. NFMI provides hands-free readers and Personal Access Keys (PAKs) that have up to 15 feet of tunable range and work through and around metals and other materials that adversely affect RF based products (Bluetooth, RFID, cell phones, etc.). The readers and PAKs allow users to pass through an authorized entrance without having to wave a card, push unsanitary buttons, or do anything other than approach an entrance.
Partnerships In Innovation Allow ASSA ABLOY To Shift Access Control Paradigm
ASSA ABLOY?s commitment to partnerships in innovation has once again enabled the creation of a unique security solution. And the development came through the insights of its network of access control partners, collaborative integrators, and end users who seek out a trusted manufacturer partner. Last year, Star Asset Security, an industry expert in high-end integrated security systems, turned to ASSA ABLOY Door Security Solutions with a new demand it was seeing in the built environment: the need for an access control system that would work on shared assets such as lockers and desks, but with the caveat that the employee could select any locker or desk on any given day and continuously change their selection throughout the week.
Camden’s New CM-RX-90 Advance Single Relay Wireless Receiver
Camden Door Controls is pleased to announce the availability of its new CM-RX-90 advanced single relay receiver. CM-RX-90 has three operating modes: Delayed (1 – 15 Seconds); No Delay (1 ? 30 Seconds), and Latching, making it an ideal solution for most wireless door activation projects, including control of two automatic doors in vestibule applications.
Boon Edam Revolving Doors Solves Andamar Shopping Mall Troublesome Wind Gusts
Since opening in October 2014, Andamar Lifestyle Center struggled to contain strong Veracruz winds, which consistently left its swinging doors open and exposed the facility to heat, humidity, and sea breezes. In turn, this allowed the shopping center?s air conditioning to escape, resulting in a second challenge: higher electricity expenses.
Delta Turnstiles Introduces New Sunrise Model
Delta Turnstiles is proud to announce the second model in its Designer Series of turnstiles – Sunrise. This bold new access control turnstile puts an accent on aesthetics. Similar to the latest Infinity model in the new Delta Designer Series, the Sunrise is circular in shape. But, synonymous with its name, the Sunrise model features a bright yellow to orange transition finish.