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Tri Ed Technology Roadshows Continue Across the Country

Tri Ed Technology Roadshows Continue Across the Country

The Roadshow kicks off at 8 a.m. with registration and breakfast, followed by a variety of training classes and a tabletop expo.

AMAG Technology Unveils New Symmetry Retrofit Solution for Competitor End of Life Scenarios

AMAG Technology Unveils New Symmetry Retrofit Solution for Competitor End of Life Scenarios

New Symmetry Retrofit Controllers replace competitor’s legacy plug-in card access controllers to deliver an easy and affordable security solution upgrade.

The Honorable Ross Ashley Named Advisor to the Board

The Honorable Ross Ashley Named Advisor to the Board

A nationally-recognized expert provides insight for continued strategic growth.

SIA Customer Appreciation Reception to be Held April 9

SIA Customer Appreciation Reception to be Held April 9

Qolsys, a platinum sponsor, is bringing a groundbreaking, residential solution to ISC WEST 2013.

City of Jackson Mississippi Police Department Uses Genetec AutoVu LPR Technology to Fight Crime

City of Jackson Mississippi Police Department Uses Genetec AutoVu LPR Technology to Fight Crime

Automated license plate recognition technology helps police department apprehend felony offenders and drug traffickers while recouping lost revenue from unpaid fines.

PSIM Chosen by Mining Organization in South Africa

PSIM Chosen by Mining Organization in South Africa

Illegal mining operations cost approximately $5 billion per year, not to mention the loss of property, death or injury.

IndigoVision Provides Integrated Security for Zambian Utility

IndigoVision Provides Integrated Security for Zambian Utility

Zambian Electricity Supply Company LTD (ZESCO) has completed a major security project using IndigoVision’s IP video security solution. Working in conjunction with local partner, Security Integrated Systems, and regional distributor, Reditron, the security solution covers a geographical area of more than 1200km.

Nor Cal Beverage Relies on Brivo to Keep Production Facilities Secure

Nor Cal Beverage Relies on Brivo to Keep Production Facilities Secure

A cloud-based system provides greater visibility and actionable information to assist in facility functionality.



Observint Technologies Adds 3S Vision Megapixel IP Cameras

Observint Technologies has entered into an exclusive agreement to market 3S Vision’s megapixel IP cameras and encoders in North America.

The Washington Post Selects SSH Communications Security

The Washington Post Selects SSH Communications Security

Media company to use Universal SSH Key Manager solution for identity and access management.

School Safety Enhancements Act of 2013 Moved Out of Committee

School Safety Enhancements Act of 2013 Moved Out of Committee

AN SIA-supported bill provides robust funding for school security.

Lots of Unanswered Questions When Discussing School Security Issues

Lots of Unanswered Questions When Discussing School Security Issues

When I receive news like I am about to share with you, I get extremely frustrated as I ponder about one unanswered question, “How?”

Former NYPD Deputy Commissioner of Operations to Receive Award from ASIS

Former NYPD Deputy Commissioner of Operations to Receive Award from ASIS

During the 23rd NYC Security Conference & Expo, Patrick Timlin will be honored as ASIS New York City Chapter's Person of the Year at the awards luncheon.

DAQ Electronics Renovates Facility in Support of Future Growth

DAQ Electronics Renovates Facility in Support of Future Growth

The facility upgrade includes expansion of manufacturing space and the addition of new product development and support laboratories.

CCTV: Is It Really Spiraling Out of Control?

CCTV: Is It Really Spiraling Out of Control?

The key to the ongoing success of CCTV has been, is, and always will be buy-in from the public -- the people being watched.

IdentiSys Announces Acquisition of New Product Line

IdentiSys Announces Acquisition of New Product Line

IdentiSys Inc., a sales and service integrator of identification, card issuance, emergency response, and access control security systems, announced a new technology partnership with Qmatic, a customer flow management systems provider.

Premium Solution Now Available on The App Store

Premium Solution Now Available on The App Store

Available free-of-charge, the mobile remote station App, for MOBOTIX cameras and door stations, helps to improve convenience and security.

Observint Implements Unique Business Model to Deliver Innovative Solutions

Observint Implements Unique Business Model to Deliver Innovative Solutions

The comprehensive video surveillance and security technology portfolios from DIGIOP, infinias, LG and 3S Vision are unified to create end-to-end solutions.

Solution Provider of Tomorrow

Solution Provider of Tomorrow

What do you call a business entity that is a technology and software developer, hardware manufacturer, value-added distributor but also works with other dealers, resellers and manufacturers representatives, all at the same time?

Observint Adds LG IP Surveillance Products to Technology Portfolio

Observint Adds LG IP Surveillance Products to Technology Portfolio

A global brand complements Observint's focus on integrated system solutions.

Micro Key Solutions Partners with Blair and Company to Expand West Coast Presence

Micro Key Solutions Partners with Blair and Company to Expand West Coast Presence

Blair & Company has built a reputation on the west coast as experts in the field of video verification.

OnSSI Doubled Facility to Accommodate Continued Growth

OnSSI Doubled Facility to Accommodate Continued Growth

OnSSI has doubled the size of its New York R&D facility to further stimulate the continued development of innovative solutions to drive its industry leading Ocularis video management software and new technologies.

Yale First to Offer Crestron Connected Residential Wirelessly Controlled Door Locks

Yale First to Offer Crestron Connected Residential Wirelessly Controlled Door Locks

Cloud-based control system connectivity enables direct communication and control of Yale Real Living Wireless Door Locks.

Twitter Hackers Serving Up Extra Large Combos with Burger King

Twitter Hackers Serving Up Extra Large Combos with Burger King

Burger King's catch phrase says, "have it your way," and it seems that's just what hackers did to the company's official Twitter account.

Gary Shapiro to Transform Security Professionals into Ninja Innovators

Gary Shapiro to Transform Security Professionals into Ninja Innovators

During the luncheon, Shapiro will share insights and anecdotes about today's most successful businesspeople embracing the same qualities that defined historical and mythical ninja clans. Shapiro coined a term for these businesspeople – "ninja innovators."

Frost and Sullivan Finds US Airport Perimeter Security Market in Decline

Frost and Sullivan Finds US Airport Perimeter Security Market in Decline

New airport construction has reached capacity and perimeter security is being limited to partial fence upgrades and security enhancements.

New Office Building in East Yorkshire Chooses ievo Biometric Readers with Lumidigm Advantage

New Office Building in East Yorkshire Chooses ievo Biometric Readers with Lumidigm Advantage

The £4.5m (US$6.7 million) Allam Marine office building, within East Yorkshire, has chosen ievo biometric fingerprint readers that leverage Lumidigm multispectral imaging sensors to control the building’s access.

Security Cameras Aid Garland Police to Catch Thieves

Security Cameras Aid Garland Police to Catch Thieves

A Garland, Texas trucking company, that has lost thousands due to gas thieves, decides to give technology a try to put an end to their losses.

Honeywell Welcomes The Alarm Company Inc as the First Alert Professional Dealer

Honeywell Welcomes The Alarm Company Inc as the First Alert Professional Dealer

The Alarm Company, Inc., of Madison, Miss., provides a variety of security and low-voltage system solutions to residences throughout the region.

Next Level Security Systems Honored at the 9th Annual Global Excellence Awards

Next Level Security Systems Honored at the 9th Annual Global Excellence Awards

A respected guide bestowed silver-level honor on NLSS Cloud Services.

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  • Research: Cybersecurity Success Hinges on Full Organizational Support

    Cybersecurity is the top technology priority for the vast majority of organizations, but moving from aspiration to reality requires a top-to-bottom commitment that many companies have yet to make, according to new research released today by CompTIA, the nonprofit association for the technology industry and workforce. Read Now

  • Live from GSX 2024: Day 3 Recap

    And GSX 2024 in Orlando, is officially in the books! I’d like to extend a hearty congratulations and a sincere thank-you to our partners in this year’s Live From program—NAPCO, Eagle Eye Networks, Hirsch, and LVT. Even though the show’s over, keep an eye on our GSX 2024 Live landing page for continued news and developments related to this year’s vast array of exhibitors and products. And if you’d like to learn more about our Live From program, please drop us a line—we’d love to work with you in Las Vegas at ISC West 2025. Read Now

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  • Bringing New Goods to Market

    The 2024 version of GSX brought with it a race to outrun incoming hurricane Helene. With it’s eye on Orlando, it seems to have shifted and those security professionals still in Orlando now have a fighting chance to get out town. Read Now

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  • Live from GSX 2024: Day 2 Recap

    Day 2 was another winner at GSX 2024 in Orlando. Aisles and booths were packed with attendees looking at some of the new and latest security technology. Remember to follow the GSX Live page from Security Today, as well as SecurToday on X and Security Today on LinkedIn to find out more about what’s happening on the show floor during tomorrow’s final day. Here’s what was happening with all four of our partners during the event on Tuesday. 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

  • 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

  • 4K Video Decoder

    3xLOGIC’s VH-DECODER-4K is perfect for use in organizations of all sizes in diverse vertical sectors such as retail, leisure and hospitality, education and commercial premises. 3