Access Control

Farpointe Provides First Cybersecurity Vulnerability Checklist For Contactless Cards And Readers

Farpointe Data, the access control industry’s trusted global partner for RFID solutions, has just posted the first radio frequency identification(RFID) Cybersecurity Vulnerability Checklist for access control manufacturers, distributors, integrators, and end users to use to protect their access control systems from becoming hacker gateways to their facilities and IT systems. Knowing what to do is especially important now that government agencies, such as the United States Federal Trade Commission, have begun filing lawsuits against businesses that do not provide good cybersecurity practices.

S2 Security And Allegion Announce Schlage NDE Wireless Locks Integration

S2 Security, the leader in IP-based access control, video management and mobile security management systems, and Allegion™, a leading global security products and solutions provider, have announced S2 NetBox series product support for Schlage® NDE wireless locks. S2 NetBox access control and event monitoring system users can now easily manage and control the locks using Allegion?s ENGAGE™ Gateway and Bluetooth technology.

ZKAccess Further Expands It’s Dealer Support Services

ZKAccess, a division of ZKTeco and leading provider of biometric and RFID security solutions, is committed to educating and supporting its dealer network as to better compete in the security market. As part of this commitment, ZKAccess has recently created three new “dealer-focused” positions.

Connect ONE Focuses On Delivering Simple, Integrated Services With New Open APIs

When Connected Technologies, LLC and its Connect ONE® cloud-hosted integrated security platform launched several years ago, former dealer and managing partner Mike Simon set out on a mission to deliver targeted services that installers and their customers could use to manage their business holistically without increasing operating expenses. When an integrated platform is easier for customers, such as Connect ONE, the stickier they become and the more likely to add other capabilities. That means tangible recurring monthly revenue for the dealer and a higher overall business valuation.

OnSSI And S2 Security Partner To Provide Integrated Surveillance And Access System Management

A leading provider of IP surveillance management software, OnSSI is continually evolving the Ocularis platform to deliver higher levels of performance and value. The integration of OnSSI?s Ocularis 5.3 with S2 Security Corporation?s NetBox software Version 4.9.08 allows the users to bring Ocularis video and events into the S2 NetBox platform.

Bosch Expands LECTUS Secure Card Readers To Support New Functionalities And Highest Level Encryption

Bosch expands its LECTUS secure card readers to support new functionalities and highest level encryption. Bosch has extended the flexibility and security of its LECTUS secure Open Supervised Device Protocol (OSDP)* series with a new card reader and added functionality. Taken together, these expansions enable both economical adoption of the series and continuous encryption from controller to card.

Adams Rite Offers Unique Mechanical To Electrical Lock Upgrade Path With eForce

Facility managers and security professionals often must choose between enterprise-level access control systems that are too expensive and complex for their needs, or key-based mechanical locks that don?t offer any accountability or audit trail. Many situations, especially older buildings and door-dense environments, require the management of brass keys and key sets, and this is difficult for tenants, employees, visitors and contractors to access areas and maintain an appropriate level of security.

Boon Edam?s Popular Lifeline Optical Turnstile Series Now “Made in the USA”

Boon Edam Inc., a global leader in security entrances and architectural revolving doors, announced that a completely new production line for its Lifeline Optical Turnstiles is now operational at the company?s Lillington, NC factory. These are the first turnstiles of the Lifeline Series now officially ?Made in the USA.? Until now, the Lifeline Series has been built exclusively in Holland. Orders for new Lifeline turnstiles can be filled directly from the USA factory for customers in the Americas.

Camden Introduces 2nd Generation Restroom Control And Emergency Call Systems

Camden, a premier provider of door activation and locking devices, has just introduced its second generation of restroom control and emergency call systems, specifically designed for universal restroom applications. These additions and enhancements offer a new range of design options and exclusive product capabilities.

ISONAS To Certify Thousands Of Access Control Technicians On Pure IP Technology In 2017

ISONAS Inc., a leading Pure IP™ access control system manufacturer, today announced that they will be increasing the number of onsite certified partner trainings. The incredible adoption of their new product line is driving the need for more onsite training to continue educating partners and integrators on its new RC-04 hardware family and Pure Access software platform. In 2015, ISONAS launched a certified partner program which involved an online training program and many other benefits. The program took off with a strong adoption from the field and from there the ISONAS onsite certification program was born.

Keri Systems Releases Visual Doors: An Intuitive, Graphical User Interface For Access Control

With VisualDOORS, Keri Systems Inc. is answering customers’ call for an easy-to-use, graphically-enhanced access control client without sacrificing powerful software and features. VisualDOORS was designed to provide users access to the most commonly used features of Doors.NET, Keri System’s flagship software solution, with a simplified, clean and highly-intuitive Graphical User Interface.

MedixSafe Introduces KARE: Key Access Ready Enclosure That Connects Directly To Existing Access Control Panel

MedixSafe, a leader in the access control cabinet market, is pleased to introduce KARE. This Key Access Ready Enclosure is a heavy duty key control cabinet with an HID format card reader and key override built right into the electronic lock. The KARE reader features a Wiegand output so it can be connected to any access control panel.

Vanderbilt Boosts Cloud-Based Solution Offerings With Addition Of SPC Connect

Vanderbilt, a global leader providing state-of-the-art security systems, announced the addition of SPC Connect to its SPC product portfolio, a hosted cloud-based solution designed specifically for installers to monitor, manage, and maintain SPC panels remotely from any location. The Vanderbilt SPC series of hybrid intrusion detection systems offer a cost-effective design and installation concept, with both wired and wireless capabilities for intrusion coverage. SPC can be tailored to small businesses, with applicability through large multinational enterprise organizations.

ZKAccess Introduces New, All-In-One Security Platform Software

ZKAccess is proud to announce its new “All-in-One” Web-based security platform software – ZKBioSecurity3.0. The software, which supports the ZKAccess Pro Series of panels and readers, contains four integrated modules: Access Control, Video Integration, Elevator Control, and Visitor Management. Equipped with an optimized system architecture designed for high level biometric identification and a modern user-friendly UI, ZKBioSecurity3.0 provides an advanced solution for a whole new user experience.

ASSA ABLOY Debuts New Architectural Door Hardware Products At AIA 2017

ASSA ABLOY?s newest series of Rockwood ArborTek door pulls feature collar mount posts, combining classic wood with modern metals that results in a clean, sophisticated aesthetic. In a marriage of form and function, the wood?s natural grain and color variations make each pull visually unique, while wood grips are gentle to the touch in any environment or temperature. In addition to customized options, wood types such as hickory, mahogany and walnut are offered. A variety of metal finishes are also available, including bright brass, oil-rubbed bronze, bright stainless steel, and custom finishes and powder coats on request.

ISONAS Celebrates Anniversary Of Taking Pure IP Access Control To The Cloud

ISONAS Inc., a leading Pure IP™ access control system manufacturer, announced that the company will be releasing Pure Access 2.2 in May 2017, marking the one-year anniversary of Pure Access. Launched in 2016, Pure Access, is an industry leading, cloud-based access control software application that provides users the ability to manage their access control from anywhere at any time, on any device.

Genetec Announces Distribution Partnership With Access Control Reader Manufacturer STid

Genetec announced it has added STid, a French developer of RFID door controllers to its growing ecosystem of supported access control partners. Through this agreement, the STid Architect® series of ergonomic and highly secure RFID readers —which is supported by the Genetec Synergis™ access control system in Genetec Security Center— will be available through Genetec and its certified global network of resellers. Thanks to the Genetec open-architecture strategy, Synergis end-users now have even more choice for their access control management with the addition of the STid Architect series of ergonomic and highly secure RFID readers.

Taking Cybersecurity A Step Further With Attribute-Based Access Control

Most organizations already have firewalls implemented, encrypted critical data assets, and monitor network activity as part of an overall cybersecurity plan, but there is another line of defense that can provide additional value: the use of attribute based access control (ABAC) to reduce the threat surface, thereby improving overall security as well as mitigating risks associated with breaches.

Feenics Launches Cloud-Based Access Control Platform For Large Enterprises

Feenics Inc., a leading provider of cloud-based access control solutions, launched its enterprise Keep by Feenics™ platform that delivers extreme scalability, unprecedented flexibility and advanced security. The new cloud-based access control as service (ACaaS) platform integrates native visitor management, and incorporates RESTful API that dramatically simplifies integrating complementary systems plus connecting Keep to applications outside of the organization. The solution?s mobile capabilities also make it possible for customers to monitor and manage systems on the go.

Tyco Security Products Debuts EntraPass Go Pass Support for Apple Watch

Tyco Security Products introduces EntraPass Go Pass support for Apple Watch®, the industry?s first Apple Watch mobile credential that allows card holders to use the watch as a mobile access control credential, facilitating quick entry and exit through access points without an access card. EntraPass Go Pass for the Apple Watch extends the power of the EntraPass go Pass mobile phone application to the iOS Apple Watch environment. Once the application is downloaded to the phone paired with the watch, the ?Go PASS? icon will appear on the watch indicating to the user that the app is now ready to be used on their Apple Watch.