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BREAKING NEWS: Samsung Sells Samsung Techwin

Samsung Techwin announced today that Samsung Group affiliates will sell their holding stakes in Samsung Techwin to Hanwha Group. Samsung Techwin is a major supplier of video surveillance equipment. Hanwha Group is a large South Korean conglomerate.

Access Control Upstages Video Surveillance in the Quest for Driving Growth

Assessment of video surveillance, access control and intruder alarm markets for 2014 and analysis of growth to 2018.

Access Control System Trends: When Access Control Goes Wireless

From retrofits to regular doors and elevators, wireless locking systems are becoming ubiquitous for a wide variety of installations.

Farpointe Pyramid P-900 Proximity Reader Provides More Flexible Read Ranges

Up to 20-inch (508 mm) read range offers easy access from doors to turnstiles and parking gates.

HID Global Continues Expansion of the Seos Ecosystem

New strategic enterprise application partners include Jetmobile and Ricoh China.

Wisegate Collections is the “Pinterest of IT”

Knowledge System grows with curated, topical collections of IT’s best tips and resources from Wisegate and around the Web.

Fire Alarm System Earns Nationwide Agency Listings and Certifications

Local and national agencies validate the S3 Series as an innovative, code-compliant fire alarm solution.

AMAG Symmetry Access Control System Integrates with Milestone

Plug-in compatible for Symmetry V7.0.1 and V8 for business, professional and enterprise versions and for XProtect Corporate and XProtect Enterprise 2014 versions.



Genetec Announces New Hybrid Cloud Archiving Service

New cloud archives feature for Security Center will enable organizations to reduce investment in storage hardware and extend video retention period.

Synectics Adds Axis Door Controller to Synergy 3 Integrations

Command and control platform fully integrated with A1001 Network Door Controller.

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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.

  • Automatic Systems V07

    Automatic Systems V07

    Automatic Systems, an industry-leading manufacturer of pedestrian and vehicle secure entrance control access systems, is pleased to announce the release of its groundbreaking V07 software. The V07 software update is designed specifically to address cybersecurity concerns and will ensure the integrity and confidentiality of Automatic Systems applications. With the new V07 software, updates will be delivered by means of an encrypted file.

  • 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.