Access Control
EVRY Conveys Sleek Innovation With Boon Edam Speed Gates In Reception Area
As one of the largest IT companies in Scandinavia, EVRY provides comprehensive computing, IT consulting, and business solutions to Nordic companies, financial institutions, public sector entities, and health authorities. While security at EVRY facilities is paramount, so is maintaining a leadership brand and accommodating a high flow of staff and visitors. Entrances of EVRY facilities must provide a high level of security given the value and sensitivity of the work they do, as well as the presence of clients? intellectual property and other data.
ISONAS Gets Acquired By Allegion
Allegion plc (NYSE: ALLE) has agreed to acquire ISONAS through one of its subsidiaries. The transaction is expected to close early in the third quarter of 2018, subject to customary closing conditions. ISONAS has edge-computing technology that provides innovative access control solutions for non-residential markets. ISONAS intelligent devices utilize power over ethernet, making them easy to install and cost effective as they utilize existing customer infrastructures.
Vicon Releases VAX Access Control Version 2.9.60
Vicon Industries announced the release of VAX Access Control, version 2.9.60. This latest VAX version includes powerful feature enhancements to software as well as new hardware options that offer cost savings and programming flexibility. VAX now offers a Master Multi-Door Controller for 2 to 8 doors. Compact and powerful, the new panel is designed for mounting in equipment rooms and for seamless conversion to VAX in retrofit projects, where it will significantly reduce labor and hardware costs.
How The Right ID Badging Solutions Can Open The Door To A Safer World
Coming from a generation of Schonzeits who specialize in ID badging and security, I have seen the industry go through many changes over the years. Security is part of my DNA and I?m excited to share my knowledge with the marketplace and help create a safer world. In 1943, my grandfather Hyman Schonzeit founded Identification Service Corp. in the heart of New York City as a manufacturer of laminated credentials and safety tags. With its own design staff, printing presses, and lamination equipment he quickly grew the business by winning large corporate and governmental contracts that included providing the War Department with ID cards. Now, Idesco has become a leader in ID badging solutions.
ASSA ABLOY Announces Multiple New Partnerships And Integrations At ISC West 2018
ASSA ABLOY announced several new and exciting partnerships that provide integrators with security solutions to create new opportunities for collaboration with both existing and potential clients. The new partnerships include: Averics, BluB0X, Dot Origin, Identiv and Viscount. In addition, ASSA ABLOY is also collaborating with select Access Control Partners to ensure easy integration of its PIV-enabled WiFi and PoE locks with access control systems. AccessNsite, Lenel, Open Options and RS2 are the first four partners to complete an integration with the PIV-enabled solutions.
Altronix And ZKTeco USA Announce New Integration Solution
Altronix and ZKTeco USA have recently teamed up to deliver a new access control and power integration solution that simplifies board layout and wire management, greatly reducing installation and labor costs. Designed and manufactured to seamlessly integrate with ZKAccess C3 and inBio access control panels, Trove2Z2 provides the versatility and flexibility to easily configure and install access systems.
Connect ONE Now Supports DoorBird Video Doorbell Integration
Connected Technologies responds to the needs of the smart tech market, now adding DoorBird integration to its award-winning Connect ONE® cloud-hosted security management platform. DoorBird, designed for residential and commercial access control applications, notifies users directly to their smartphone when an entrance button is pressed at a locked entry point.
Seven Mistakes To Avoid When Selling Security Entrances
Building a successful business in the security industry is not for the faint of heart. Consider the fact that 96% of companies fail within a decade. Even for those that don’t, there is no guarantee of continued future success. Today’s fast-paced business climate of technology upgrades, manufacturer offerings, tough customer expectations, and competitive pressure requires you to seek new ways to evolve your sales process to remain profitable and to grow your business. Still, the security industry is healthy, and in no area is this more apparent than in the market for security entrances.
ONVIF Joins Access Control Panel Discussion At TechSec Solutions 2018
ONVIF® announced that it will be presenting at TechSec Solutions 2018, Feb. 26-27, 2018, as part of a panel discussion on trends in new technology in access control. Bob Dolan, who sits on the ONVIF Technical Services Committee, will be one of four panelists discussing ?Access Control Holds the Keys to New Tech.? The panelists will examine how far access control has come, where it is headed, and how it will help to shape the future of the physical security industry.
The Cloud Takes Security To New Heights
The world of physical security has undergone seismic changes in the last 10 years in video, analytics, and the utilization of security technologies for business intelligence. Technology that once was considered science fiction has now become a reality. In the education market, these technologies have come at a very opportune time with constrained budgets, administrative staff reductions, and tragic incidents requiring lockdowns and video observations reaching an all-time high. One of the greatest advancements that has come to market during this time has been cloud-based access control.
How To Eliminate The Heavy Lifting With Managed Services
Are you talking about cabling, software that needs to be installed, megabits per second and hardware to the prospect? Don?t do it, because you?re probably just confusing them. Is that the way Nest or Ring goes to market? Quite the opposite: they focus on how the user?s lives will be more convenient and safer. Here?s the way to make security simple for the customer: cloud-hosted integrated platforms that manage every technology through a single common interface.
Vanderbilt Enhances Sales Team With New Hire
Vanderbilt has expanded the capabilities of its sales team through the appointment of Alan Nydes as Northeast Director of Sales. In his new position with Vanderbilt, Nydes will be in charge of implementing and managing the sales activities in his target region, identifying new market opportunities and defining the actions required to build revenue. Nydes is an access control and video security expert with experience in the design and deployment of integrated IP-based solutions.
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.