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Mobotix East Coast National Partner Conference Honors Integrators and Previews Technology

Mobotix East Coast National Partner Conference Honors Integrators and Previews Technology

Channel event focuses on business strategies to drive growth.

Tearing Down the Technological Tower of Babel at the Borders

Tearing Down the Technological Tower of Babel at the Borders

Rescue efforts were dispatched immediately from the Canadian mainland as well as the United States, but confusion and lack of immediate information delayed some of the rescue efforts for hours.

BREAKING NEWS: Julie Pierson Becomes Director of United States Secret Service

BREAKING NEWS: Julie Pierson Becomes Director of United States Secret Service

President Obama appoints the first female director of the United States Secret Service.

Milford Housing Authority Improves Quality of LIfe with Megapixel Surveillance

Milford Housing Authority Improves Quality of LIfe with Megapixel Surveillance

Upwards of 300 cameras deployed to improve resident safety and housing administration in Conneticut.

Axis Expands and Strengthens North American Business Development Team

Axis Expands and Strengthens North American Business Development Team

Stephen Joseph joins as company’s first-ever banking & finance BDM; John Merlino hired as new government BDM; John Bartolac & Robert Muehlbauer to manage segment and program teams.

Free Sessions at GovSEC Meet Critical Training Needs for Organizations with Tight Budgets

Free Sessions at GovSEC Meet Critical Training Needs for Organizations with Tight Budgets

The May 14-15, 2013 sessions will address the latest trends and technology to support agencies’ missions and enhance security and safety.

Eyelock and Stanley Security Solutions Partner to Commercialize Iris Biometrics

Eyelock and Stanley Security Solutions Partner to Commercialize Iris Biometrics

Exclusive partnership to bring secure identity authentication solutions to the enterprise market in Canada, Europe and the U.S.

Milestone Appoints Director of Sales in Asia

Milestone Appoints Director of Sales in Asia

Experienced Sales Manager, Sunny Kong, leads the Asian division.



Window Genie Installs Privacy Window Film Adding to Increased Security Efforts

Window Genie Installs Privacy Window Film Adding to Increased Security Efforts

Showing the immense versatility and value of window film, Window Genie of Fort Worth installed privacy film on a local school to help prevent visibility of the inside of the building during school hours.

The Cloud + Standards = Serious Cutting Edge

The Cloud + Standards = Serious Cutting Edge

Brivo's Steve Van Till will be kicking off ISC West in style on April 10th at 10:00am with his presentation entitled, “Cloud Standards: Driving the Future While Avoiding Yesterday’s Mistakes.” Salvatore D’Agostino, CEO at IDMachines, will join Van Till as well.

Fluidmesh Unveils a Major Rebranding Initiative

Fluidmesh Unveils a Major Rebranding Initiative

The young and dynamic company certainly wasn't in need of a facelift, but, as Cosimo Malesci, Fluidmesh co-founder and VP of sales and marketing, explained, "We deliver unique, powerful and reliable products, and it is time that our image reflects that."

Code Blue Corp Announces Hire of Mike Roark as Regional Sales Manager

Code Blue Corp Announces Hire of Mike Roark as Regional Sales Manager

Roark has excelled for over 20 years in the security and technology sector with particular expertise in sales management, data, telecommunications, CCTV, access control, surveillance and networks.

Barix Integrates with Enghouse Interactive Applications for Avaya CS 1000

Barix Integrates with Enghouse Interactive Applications for Avaya CS 1000

This solution enables IP voice paging over analog speakers via digital phone systems.

Lee Coates

Online Exclusive: Wrightstyle, Railway Stations and Fire Safety

Wrightstyle is a leading steel glazing company that has supplied systems for transportation projects internationally. In the USA and Canada, the company works in partnership with Hope’s Windows, Inc. (Jamestown NY). Wrightstyle’s technical director Lee Coates reports.

Fortinet to Acquire Coyote Point

Fortinet to Acquire Coyote Point

Acquisition further boosts Fortinet’s presence in enterprise by expanding its offerings in the ADC (Application Delivery Controller) market.

New Geutebruck G Cam E Cameras Cut Installation Costs

New Geutebruck G Cam E Cameras Cut Installation Costs

Geutebruck’s new G-Cam/E range of HD cameras are designed for quicker, cheaper, safer installation and adjustment.

A Wannabe Pilot Gets a Ride with No Layovers...Straight to Jail

A Wannabe Pilot Gets a Ride with No Layovers...Straight to Jail

No motive and just a few clues raise suspicions at the Philadelphia International Airport.

Secura Key Continues to Provide Wiegand Cards to the Access Control Industry

Secura Key Continues to Provide Wiegand Cards to the Access Control Industry

HID Global Corp will be obsoleting its Wiegand cards and reader line as of January 31, 2013.

AOC Receives an Award for Innovation in Commercial Payments

AOC Receives an Award for Innovation in Commercial Payments

Automated prefund process earns CIP’s Global Award for Excellence

AxxonSoft Celebrates the First Decade of its Journey

AxxonSoft Celebrates the First Decade of its Journey

AxxonSoft, a global security developer, is marking its 10th birthday this year. The company has enjoyed uninterrupted growth thanks to its bet on innovation and its unique approach to focusing on client needs.

Milestone Introduces its New Multi Platform Video Management Software for Embedded Partner Solutions

Milestone Introduces its New Multi Platform Video Management Software for Embedded Partner Solutions

Milestone Arcus is a low-complexity, low-cost solution that will run on Linux, Mac or Windows, offering partners embedding capabilities that streamline video management tools.

Bitzer Mobile Creates App to Enable Security Direct Access to Intranet Files

Bitzer Mobile Creates App to Enable Security Direct Access to Intranet Files

Bitzer has introduced Bitzer m/Drive, an enterprise-grade, mobile app that enables secure, direct access to corporate Intranet files from mobile devices.

Vector Security Furthers Commitment to Intelligent Video and Network Systems

Vector Security Furthers Commitment to Intelligent Video and Network Systems

New hire Steven White will fulfill the role of Senior Director of Technology.

Internet Explorer Browser Security Tips

Internet Explorer Browser Security Tips

Don't become the next Internet victim! From lurking spyware to sophisticated hackers, you need to build a line of defense to help ensure safe Internet browsing. Consider the following tips to establish your safe browsing plan with Internet Explorer.

PSIA Introduces Access Control and Intrusion Detection Profiles to the Physical Security Industry

PSIA Introduces Access Control and Intrusion Detection Profiles to the Physical Security Industry

Profiles and conformance test tool expedites the adoption of PSIA specifications.

Active Shooter Drill Performed at Abandoned School

Active Shooter Drill Performed at Abandoned School

Take a look at this fascinating video of actual police officers from Dallas, Texas participating in an active shooter drill.

aptiQ Alliance Program Members Highlight Open Systems at ISC West

aptiQ Alliance Program Members Highlight Open Systems at ISC West

How to extend aptiQ Smart Cards and NFC-enabled Smart Phone credentials to a diverse number of applications.

HID Global and RedCloud Join Forces to Deliver an Expanded Portfolio

HID Global and RedCloud Join Forces to Deliver an Expanded Portfolio

HID Global expands its partnership with RedCloud to integrate and resell HID’s EDGE EVO and VertX EVO networked access control solutions into RedCloud’s portfolio.

TOTUS Solutions Adds Convergint Technologies as New Reseller Partner

TOTUS Solutions Adds Convergint Technologies as New Reseller Partner

“Convergint is very excited to expand its integrated security offering to our customers with the TOTUS Security Platform," said Tony Varco, vice president of security division, Convergint Technologies.

SpotterRF and Sensei Solutions Produce Breakthrough Intrusion Detection Solution

SpotterRF and Sensei Solutions Produce Breakthrough Intrusion Detection Solution

Joint surveillance technology test results show a radical reduction in the number of false alarms.

Featured

  • TSA Intercepts 6,678 Firearms at Airport Security Checkpoints in 2024

    During 2024, the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) intercepted a total of 6,678 firearms at airport security checkpoints, preventing them from getting into the secure areas of the airport and onboard aircraft. Approximately 94% of these firearms were loaded. This total is a minor decrease from the 6,737 firearms stopped in 2023. Throughout 2024, TSA managed its “Prepare, Pack, Declare” public awareness campaign to explain the steps for safely traveling with a firearm. Read Now

  • 2024 Gun Violence Report: Fewer Overall Incidents, but School Deaths and Injuries Are on the Rise

    Omnilert, provider of gun detection technology, today released its compilation of Gun Violence Statistics for 2024 summarizing gun violence tragedies and their adverse effects on Americans and the economy. While research showed a decrease in overall deaths and injuries, the rising number of school shootings and fatalities and high number of mass shootings underscored the need to keep more people safe in schools as well as places of worship, healthcare, government, retail and commerce, finance and banking, hospitality and other public places. Read Now

  • Survey: Only 7 Percent of Business Leaders Using AI in Physical Security

    A new survey from Pro-Vigil looks at video surveillance trends, how AI is impacting physical security, and more. Read Now

  • MetLife Stadium Uses Custom Surveillance Solution from Axis Communications

    Axis Communications, provider of video surveillance and network devices, today announced the implementation of a custom surveillance solution developed in collaboration with the MetLife Stadium security team. This new, tailored solution will help the venue augment its security capabilities, providing high-quality video at unprecedented distances and allowing the security team to identify details from anywhere in the venue. Read Now

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New Products

  • Camden CM-221 Series Switches

    Camden CM-221 Series Switches

    Camden Door Controls is pleased to announce that, in response to soaring customer demand, it has expanded its range of ValueWave™ no-touch switches to include a narrow (slimline) version with manual override. This override button is designed to provide additional assurance that the request to exit switch will open a door, even if the no-touch sensor fails to operate. This new slimline switch also features a heavy gauge stainless steel faceplate, a red/green illuminated light ring, and is IP65 rated, making it ideal for indoor or outdoor use as part of an automatic door or access control system. ValueWave™ no-touch switches are designed for easy installation and trouble-free service in high traffic applications. In addition to this narrow version, the CM-221 & CM-222 Series switches are available in a range of other models with single and double gang heavy-gauge stainless steel faceplates and include illuminated light rings. 3

  • Mobile Safe Shield

    Mobile Safe Shield

    SafeWood Designs, Inc., a manufacturer of patented bullet resistant products, is excited to announce the launch of the Mobile Safe Shield. The Mobile Safe Shield is a moveable bullet resistant shield that provides protection in the event of an assailant and supplies cover in the event of an active shooter. With a heavy-duty steel frame, quality castor wheels, and bullet resistant core, the Mobile Safe Shield is a perfect addition to any guard station, security desks, courthouses, police stations, schools, office spaces and more. The Mobile Safe Shield is incredibly customizable. Bullet resistant materials are available in UL 752 Levels 1 through 8 and include glass, white board, tack board, veneer, and plastic laminate. Flexibility in bullet resistant materials allows for the Mobile Safe Shield to blend more with current interior décor for a seamless design aesthetic. Optional custom paint colors are also available for the steel frame. 3

  • Compact IP Video Intercom

    Viking’s X-205 Series of intercoms provide HD IP video and two-way voice communication - all wrapped up in an attractive compact chassis. 3