Facility Security


From Fences and Bollards

From Fences and Bollards

In the United States alone, there are around 230 military bases and globally, more than 700 U.S. installations—collectively amounting to more than 1.38 million troops that live and/or work on base.

  • By Andrew Goldsmith
  • Apr 01, 2015
Safety Leaders to Discuss Final Four Safety

Safety Leaders to Discuss Final Four Security

Public safety leaders from Indianapolis will gather today to discuss plans for the Final Four

  • By Matt Holden
  • Mar 31, 2015
SUV Tries to Ram Gates at NSA Headquarters

SUV Tries to Ram Gates at NSA Headquarters

One is dead and two are severely injured after guards opened fire

  • By Matt Holden
  • Mar 30, 2015

ASSA ABLOY Connecticut Facility Receives GreenCircle Certification

Achievements in waste diversion and reductions in carbon footprint, energy demand and water use.

  • Mar 27, 2015

Audio Increases Security at Convenience Stores

Deterring robbery, employee theft or shoplifting top priority.

  • Mar 26, 2015

Farpointe Ranger Long-range Wireless Transmitter Opens Gate to Paradise

Integrated with entry system, long-range solution opens Kolea at Waikoloa Beach Resort.

  • Mar 25, 2015
Tunisian Security Officials Fired after Museum Attack

Tunisian Security Officials Fired after Museum Attack

Gunmen attacked a museum and killed at least 21 people

  • By Matt Holden
  • Mar 23, 2015

Betafence Acquires Intellectual Property Rights to Gibraltar US Products

Access to cable-based, anti-ram crash fences, barriers and gates enables portfolio growth.

  • Mar 20, 2015


Lapse of Security at Gate of Naval Base Causes Death

Lapse of Security at Gate of Naval Base Causes Death

Random man driving truck wasn’t required to produce his identification or give any reason why he was there.

  • By Ginger Hill
  • Mar 18, 2015
Woman Rams Police Car at Miami International Airport

Woman Rams Police Car at Miami International Airport

The FBI has since taken over the investigation.

  • By Matt Holden
  • Mar 06, 2015

One in Three U.S. Hospitals Report Rise in Violence and Assaults in 2014

Employee turnover rates and low morale attributed to insufficient equipment for officers.

  • Mar 04, 2015
Secret Service Investigating Two White House Security Breaches

Secret Service Investigating Two White House Security Breaches

The Secret Service is investigating two separate instances that have occurred in the last 24 hours.

  • By Matt Holden
  • Mar 02, 2015
Perimeter Benefits - The world of physical security has changed in response to the pervasive threat of terrorism around the globe.

Perimeter Benefits

Most everyone is aware that crash-rated, anti-terrorist vehicle access control barriers, barricades, bollards and gates are standard security tools at government facilities, from embassies to courthouses and capitols to a host of other locales.

  • By Greg Hamm
  • Mar 01, 2015

ALARMAX to Distribute the IRONCLAD Fence Intrusion Detection Kits

Ideal addition to distribution channel to provide customers with a fence alarm system.

  • Feb 27, 2015
Attorney General Says US Malls Should Increase Security

Attorney General Says U.S. Malls Should Increase Security

Holder suggests increasing staff, cameras and other techniques

  • By Matt Holden
  • Feb 27, 2015
Investigation Finds Hundreds of Airport Security Badges Missing

Investigation Finds Hundreds of Airport Security Badges Missing

TSA blocked access to missing badge records post-investigation.

  • By Matt Holden
  • Feb 26, 2015
Gunman Kills Eight in Czech Shooting

Gunman Kills Eight in Czech Shooting

A gunman opened fire at a restaurant in the Czech Republic, killing eight people before fatally shooting himself

  • By Matt Holden
  • Feb 24, 2015
Oscars Brought Heightened Security Like Never Before

Oscars Brought Heightened Security Like Never Before

With an underground bunker, LAPD officers, FBI, Department of Homeland Security and snipers, yearly award ceremony went off without a hitch.

  • By Ginger Hill
  • Feb 23, 2015
Mall of America Heightens Security after Al-Shabab Threat

Mall of America Heightens Security after Al-Shabab Threat

A video posted online called for attacks against the mall.

  • By Matt Holden
  • Feb 23, 2015

RBtec Seismo Buried Unattended Ground Sensors Kits

New buried sensor solution for underground perimeter security.

  • Feb 18, 2015

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    With more organizations adding newer capabilities to their surveillance systems, it’s always important to remember the “basics” of system configuration and deployment, as well as the topline benefits of continually emerging technologies like AI and the cloud. Read Now

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    Mercury Security, a provider in access control hardware and open platform solutions, has published its Trends in Access Controllers Report, based on a survey of over 450 security professionals across North America and Europe. The findings highlight the controller’s vital role in a physical access control system (PACS), where the device not only enforces access policies but also connects with readers to verify user credentials—ranging from ID badges to biometrics and mobile identities. With 72% of respondents identifying the controller as a critical or important factor in PACS design, the report underscores how the choice of controller platform has become a strategic decision for today’s security leaders. Read Now

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    AxxonSoft introduces version 2.0 of the Axxon One VMS. The new release features integrations with various physical security systems, making Axxon One a unified VMS. Other enhancements include new AI video analytics and intelligent search functions, hardened cybersecurity, usability and performance improvements, and expanded cloud capabilities

  • 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.

  • FEP GameChanger

    FEP GameChanger

    Paige Datacom Solutions Introduces Important and Innovative Cabling Products GameChanger Cable, a proven and patented solution that significantly exceeds the reach of traditional category cable will now have a FEP/FEP construction.