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Honeywell Announces Expanded Vista Panel Support Capability for Crestron Dealers

VISTA Security Panels can now communicate with Crestron 2- and 3-Series Control Systems through Honeywell 4232 Connected Building Module.

Idesco Partners with Brivo Systems to Provide Cloud-based Security Solutions

Security systems integrator takes managed services to the next level with Brivo’s cloud-based access control system.

Advanced Technology Video Releases New PTZ Speed Dome with IR LEDs

Loaded with features, is ONVIF Profile S compliant and is IP66 weatherproof rated.

Secura Key Offers 4-Door NOVA.16 Access Control Kits

Almost everything you need to control access to four doors.

Security at NFL Stadiums a Top Priority

Security at NFL Stadiums a Top Priority

As the season gets underway, stadiums are taking some new security measures

Google Maps Sees Every Nook and Cranny Inside Buildings

Google Maps Sees Every Nook and Cranny Inside Buildings

Google believes Cartographer will be useful for trade shows, conferences and concerts.

Samsung and OnSSI to Premier New Benchmarks in Integration at ASIS

Innovative system solution drives intelligent centralized and edge performance.

AvaLAN Wireless Launches 900MHz Frequency Hopper

AW900F Industrial Wireless Ethernet delivers long range, reliable speed and secure wireless networking.



Advantech Launches Dual-node Short-depth 4U Chassis

Designed for high-end machine automation applications that require two computers in one piece of equipment for workload sharing and parallel computing.

Milestone Systems Adds Support for Offline Camera Recording Using ONVIF

The latest Device Pack from Milestone adds support for ONVIF Edge Storage in XProtect.

3-D Printed Skeleton Key Can Open Almost Any Lock in Seconds

3-D Printed Skeleton Key Can Open Almost Any Lock in Seconds

Quickly breach high-security locks by using a printed "bump" key.

Q and A with Chief Information Security Officer at Duke University about Yubico

Q and A with Chief Information Security Officer at Duke University about Yubico

Richard Biever talks strong authentication, two-factor authentication, YubiKey, user feedback and working with Yubico.

Sony Announces IPELA Engine EX Full HD Bullet Camera with Dual Lighting System

SNC-VB632D day/night, IP camera to be demonstrated at ASIS 2014, Atlanta.

Advanced Technology Video Releases New Network IR Bullet Camera

Newest addition to IP Product Series line provides great features at an affordable price.

Silent Knight Builds Online Resource for Life Safety Industry

Silent Knight blog informs on everything related to life safety systems – codes, technology, training, trends, and more.

Vicon and IQinVision Merger Approved

Merger adds a global market of integrated solutions to the video security market.

Eastern Michigan University Nearing Completion of Major Security Upgrades

Eastern Michigan University Nearing Completion of Major Security Upgrades

The university is installing new security cameras and AEDs with more upgrades to follow

Are DIY Home Security Cameras the Wave of the Future?

Are DIY Home Security Cameras the Wave of the Future?

A group of cheap cameras turns your home into a do-it-yourself security system

New Product of the Year Award Winners Announced

The staff at Security Products magazine are honored to recognize NPOY winners for their noteworthy products in their ability to improve security.

How to Get the Most Out of Your Video Surveillance Investment

Transit systems across the country strive to make the smartest investments to improve community safety and provide valuable resources for law enforcement.

Windstorm Solutions for Hurricanes and Tornadoes

When it comes to windstorm solutions, it’s all code-driven as door, lock and hardware chosen for an opening are determined by hurricane or tornado codes. The challenge comes with knowing which codes apply.

Standardizing as a Breakthrough

Alcatel-Lucent, a leader in products and innovations in IP and cloud networking as well as ultra-broadband fixed and wireless access, is responsible for countless breakthroughs that have shaped the networking and communications industry.

The Proprietary Trap

The entire computing world at one time was strictly proprietary. In other words, the election to use one piece of software or hardware dictated the requirement to get additional expansion and support from the single provider for the lifetime of that purchase.

When Does Warranty Begin?

Most of us have been at the end of a project when the owner/ client asks the popular question: “When does the one-year warranty begin?” The answer becomes one of the most debated topics, only second to the end-of-project, door-locking hardware debacle.

Enough to Go Around

Some of the most satisfying applications of sophisticated security technologies have little to do with security. Today, biometric identity management plays a critical role in delivering necessary vaccines to children in the developing world.

The ABCs of PoE

With the introduction of IP cameras, system integrators have experienced big improvements in the quality and performance of video systems that can be offered to their customers.

Hot Time in Atlanta

There are a lot of important things about the month of September: School is underway; football has started; and it is time for ASIS.

Protect a Key

When Steven Shaker wants to know who last took a car on his lot out for a demo or wants to see the demo history of a specific vehicle, all he has to do is go to his computer and check the Morse Watchmans KeyPro software for the answer.

The New Landscape

Managing access privileges for visitors, contractors and vendors in hospitals is a significant challenge for healthcare institutions.

Data Breaches: Who’s Ultimately Responsible?

In 0.27 seconds, these were the top headlines that Google pulled from 67,500 results highlighting the latest data breaches around the globe.

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  • Cutting Retail Losses

    Retail is still a more complex and dynamic security vertical in modern society. Inherent challenges with in-store and distribution center operations are primarily due to constantly shifting consumer buying trends. Retailers must show daily flexibility to keep workers, meet sales goals and attract customers while maintaining safe and efficient operations. Retail is an intricate web of interconnected elements. Read Now

  • The Key to Wellbeing in the Office

    A few years ago, all we saw in the news was the ‘great resignation.’ Now we have another ‘great’ to deal with. According to CBRE, 2023 was the start of the ‘great return’ as office workers returned to their normal offices after working from home. The data shows that two-thirds of all U.S office buildings were more than 90% leased as of Q2 2023. Read Now

  • Failed Cybersecurity Controls Costing U.S. Businesses $30 Billion Yearly

    Panaseer recently released ControlWatch and the Continuous Controls Battle: Panaseer 2025 Security Leaders Report examining the cost of cybersecurity control failures and the impact of growing personal liability for security failings on security leaders. The report analyzes the findings of a survey of 400 security decision makers (SDMs) across the US and UK. It shows that security leaders feel under increasing pressure to provide assurances around cybersecurity, exposing them to greater personal risk – yet many lack the data and resources to accurately report and close cybersecurity gaps. Read Now

  • The Business Case for Video Analytics: Understanding the Real ROI

    For security professionals who may be hesitant to invest in video analytics, now's the time to reconsider. In a newly released Omdia report commissioned by BriefCam (now Milestone Systems), the research firm uncovered a compelling story: more than 85% of North American and European organizations that use video analytics achieve a return on investment within just one year. The study, which surveyed 140 end users across multiple industries, demonstrates that security technology is no longer just for security — it's a cross-organizational tool that delivers measurable business value far beyond traditional safety applications. Read Now

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New Products

  • 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

  • Luma x20

    Luma x20

    Snap One has announced its popular Luma x20 family of surveillance products now offers even greater security and privacy for home and business owners across the globe by giving them full control over integrators’ system access to view live and recorded video. According to Snap One Product Manager Derek Webb, the new “customer handoff” feature provides enhanced user control after initial installation, allowing the owners to have total privacy while also making it easy to reinstate integrator access when maintenance or assistance is required. This new feature is now available to all Luma x20 users globally. “The Luma x20 family of surveillance solutions provides excellent image and audio capture, and with the new customer handoff feature, it now offers absolute privacy for camera feeds and recordings,” Webb said. “With notifications and integrator access controlled through the powerful OvrC remote system management platform, it’s easy for integrators to give their clients full control of their footage and then to get temporary access from the client for any troubleshooting needs.” 3

  • A8V MIND

    A8V MIND

    Hexagon’s Geosystems presents a portable version of its Accur8vision detection system. A rugged all-in-one solution, the A8V MIND (Mobile Intrusion Detection) is designed to provide flexible protection of critical outdoor infrastructure and objects. Hexagon’s Accur8vision is a volumetric detection system that employs LiDAR technology to safeguard entire areas. Whenever it detects movement in a specified zone, it automatically differentiates a threat from a nonthreat, and immediately notifies security staff if necessary. Person detection is carried out within a radius of 80 meters from this device. Connected remotely via a portable computer device, it enables remote surveillance and does not depend on security staff patrolling the area. 3