Facility Security


Teen Arrested at Trump Tower with Bag of Weapons

Teen Arrested at Trump Tower with Bag of Weapons

A 19-year-old “survivalist” was arrested after bringing in weapons to Trump Tower on Tuesday.

Security Tightens at Arlington National Cemetery

Security Tightens at Arlington National Cemetery

Visitors at of the nation’s most visited and sacred landmarks will begin to see new security measures soon.

Securing Trump Tower

Securing Trump Tower

Trump Tower is a unique security challenge to those looking after the President-elect Donald Trump.

States Vote on Gun Control

States Vote on Gun Control

California, Maine, Nevada and Washington State voted on measures to strengthen gun control.

Azusa Shooting Locks Down Polling Places, Schools on Election Day

Azusa Shooting Locks Down Polling Places, Schools on Election Day

Officers responded to a call of shots fired in a residential area across from a popular polling place.

Heads Up

Heads Up

The financial business is always evolving to meet the growing demands of customers, and organizations have shifted priorities significantly to provide the highest level of service and convenience.

Online Exclusive: Expanding the Role of Security in Healthcare

Online Exclusive: Expanding the Role of Security in Healthcare

Security is a vital function that has become a major part of healthcare organizations’ day-to-day operations.

2 Arrested for Bringing Guns to Disney World

2 Arrested for Bringing Guns to Disney World

A man and a woman were arrested and charged with bringing a gun to the Disney World parks, it is unclear if the two incidents are related.



Federal Trade Commission Chooses AMAG Technology's Symmetry Homeland Security System

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has selected AMAG Technology and its Symmetry Homeland Access Control System to secure its headquarter building.

Temple

Temple Student Uses Target Gift Card to Get Past Security in 9 Buildings

Alyssa Mancuso attempted to get into 13 buildings total.

St. Jude Medical to Form Cybersecurity Board

St. Jude Medical to Form Cybersecurity Board

Medical-device maker, St. Jude Medical, is forming a cybersecurity board to advice on the cyber standards of equipment.

Security Alert to All North Carolina GOP Offices after Damaged Headquarters

Security Alert to All North Carolina GOP Offices after Damaged Headquarters

A Republican Party office was tagged with graffiti and burned forcing a security alert for all offices in North Carolina.

2 Boston Police Officers Wounded in Shooting, Suspect Dead

2 Boston Police Officers Wounded in Shooting, Suspect Dead

Officers were responding to reports of a person with a gun when they came under fire.

On Cruise Control

On Cruise Control

Standing as the corporate headquarters for the Rydell Automotive Group in Grand Forks, N.D., the Rydell Auto Center is comprised of a multi-site campus with departments varying from sales centers to a body shop and carwash.

North Carolina Declares State of Emergency Following Second Night of Charlotte Protests

North Carolina Declares State of Emergency Following Second Night of Charlotte Protests

A second night of violent protests broke out in Charlotte following an officer-involved shooting.

A Fine Balance: Bandwidth Consumption vs Live Video Monitoring

A Fine Balance: Bandwidth Consumption vs Live Video Monitoring

Managing security along public transit routes comes with many challenges.

On Cruise Control

Standing as the corporate headquarters for the Rydell Automotive Group in Grand Forks, N.D., the Rydell Auto Center is comprised of a multi-site campus with departments varying from sales centers to a body shop and carwash.

A Wing and A Prayer

A Wing and A Prayer

Nearly 3,000 members, plus parents and children from the community, use the Bartlett United Methodist Church in Bartlett, Tenn, as their home base for worship services, preschool and recreational activities.

The Art of Security

The Art of Security

Located just an hour west of Boston, the Worcester Art Museum is world-renowned for its 35,000-piece collection of paintings, sculptures, photographic prints, drawings and new media.

Climber Arrested After Scaling Trump Tower

Climber Arrested After Scaling Trump Tower

The 19-year-old had planned the climb, posting a YouTube video explaining his reasoning the day before.

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    7 Ways You Can Secure a High-Traffic Commercial Security Gate  

    Your commercial security gate is one of your most powerful tools to keep thieves off your property. Without a security gate, your commercial perimeter security plan is all for nothing. Read Now

  • Elevating Security

    Willis Tower, an iconic symbol in Chicago for more than 50 years, has undergone significant transformations to become a modern workplace and community hub that delivers the best experiences for its tenants, area residents and visitors. Originally known as Sears Tower, it was renamed Willis Tower after a change in ownership in 2009. Read Now

  • Digital Access in the Workplace

    It is simple to set up a unified, robust access control solution for one tenant leasing one building. It is even easier if the tenant owns the property. But what is involved when multiple companies lease space in a building? And what about companies that have multiple buildings in the same city or locations across various regions in the country and the world? Read Now

  • Texas City Replaces Locks on Intelligent Traffic Cabinets With More Secure Option

    The Transportation Services and Mobility department for the city of Grand Prairie, Texas recently completed a substantial project to replace the locks on their Intelligent Traffic Cabinets with a better and more secure choice. Turns out what they needed was only a few miles away with ALCEA’s Traffic Cabinet Locking Solution powered by ABLOY technology. Read Now

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  • Connect ONE’s powerful cloud-hosted management platform provides the means to tailor lockdowns and emergency mass notifications throughout a facility – while simultaneously alerting occupants to hazards or next steps, like evacuation.

    Connect ONE®

    Connect ONE’s powerful cloud-hosted management platform provides the means to tailor lockdowns and emergency mass notifications throughout a facility – while simultaneously alerting occupants to hazards or next steps, like evacuation. 3

  • HD2055 Modular Barricade

    Delta Scientific’s electric HD2055 modular shallow foundation barricade is tested to ASTM M50/P1 with negative penetration from the vehicle upon impact. With a shallow foundation of only 24 inches, the HD2055 can be installed without worrying about buried power lines and other below grade obstructions. The modular make-up of the barrier also allows you to cover wider roadways by adding additional modules to the system. The HD2055 boasts an Emergency Fast Operation of 1.5 seconds giving the guard ample time to deploy under a high threat situation. 3

  • PE80 Series

    PE80 Series by SARGENT / ED4000/PED5000 Series by Corbin Russwin

    ASSA ABLOY, a global leader in access solutions, has announced the launch of two next generation exit devices from long-standing leaders in the premium exit device market: the PE80 Series by SARGENT and the PED4000/PED5000 Series by Corbin Russwin. These new exit devices boast industry-first features that are specifically designed to provide enhanced safety, security and convenience, setting new standards for exit solutions. The SARGENT PE80 and Corbin Russwin PED4000/PED5000 Series exit devices are engineered to meet the ever-evolving needs of modern buildings. Featuring the high strength, security and durability that ASSA ABLOY is known for, the new exit devices deliver several innovative, industry-first features in addition to elegant design finishes for every opening. 3