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IC Real Tech Shows its First 4K Resolution Video Surveillance Camera

4K camera, demonstrated at ICES 2015, provides four times resolution of 1080p HDTV, delivering superior image detail and exquisite colors.

Micro Key Solutions Makes Big Statement

Company entering 30th year with new name, logo, color scheme and tag line.

National Grid Meets NERC CIP and TWIC

National Grid Meets NERC CIP and TWIC

Having numerous and diverse facilities to secure, National Grid needed a higher level of security to insure its vast infrastructure of buildings were protected



The Challenge is Cost effectiveness - Lexington School District One

The Challenge is Cost effectiveness

Lexington One prides itself on the innovative use of technology and has built a substantial network back-end support infrastructure for student use.

School Security Gets its Head in the Clouds - Deploying modern video surveillance in educational institutions

School Security Gets its Head in the Clouds

Schools, universities and colleges have always viewed safety as a high priority. These institutions are the keepers of our society’s most valuable asset: our future.

Taking Off -  IP surveillance technology is critical partner in airport security

Taking Off

As airports are forced to upgrade their infrastructure to comply with new regulations and consumer expectations, many are taking the opportunity to upgrade their surveillance systems for smarter video security, intrusion detection, perimeter protection and access control.

Panic Button - Wireless solution contacts first responders from anywhere on campus

Panic Button

Traditional panic buttons can be effective, but require a wired connection to an access control or intrusion system limiting where they are placed.

Achieving Top Honors in Campus Safety

Achieving Top Honors in Campus Safety

Campus safety is fast becoming a prerequisite for students and their families when they explore options for higher education.

Ever Vigilant - Safety and security in residence halls is a top priority for college campuses of any size

Ever Vigilant

Security and safety in residential halls is a top priority for college campuses of any size today. Students move into dorm rooms and on-campus housing with personal property of considerable value, including computers and other electronics.

Designer offers 5 benefits

Designer Offers 5 Benefits

It’s getting harder for building owners and system integrators to keep up with the latest trends in security.

What Dealers and Integrators Should Watch For

What Dealers and Integrators Should Watch For

Security solutions are playing an increasingly important role in business operations as organizations are realizing the significant value these technologies can provide.

Using Present Card Readers, Organizations Can Now Easily Add Biometrics

Using Present Card Readers, Organizations Can Now Easily Add Biometrics

More and more, security professionals using card-based front ends for their access control systems have been worried about the security of their proximity systems. They know that for $200 or less, their proximity system can be violated.

Reaching Your Goals

Reaching Your Goals

Experience may be the best teacher, but it’s often possible to learn what works—and what doesn’t work—simply by looking at other companies in the industry.

Mobile-enabled Communications help Mitigate Crisis

Mobile-enabled Communications help Mitigate Crisis

Emergencies that compromise safety on college campuses and universities are an unfortunate reality today.

Mobile Apps have Exploded

Mobile Apps have Exploded

In 2014, the number of Internet users worldwide has reached nearly 30 billion. While the majority of these users connect via fixed-line to a PC, the growth of mobile- and cloud-based solutions has skyrocketed.

Searching the Horizon

Searching the Horizon

As the time nears on the shutdown of the second-generation, or 2G, wireless network, now is the time for security dealers and integrators to not only start planning for this massive migration but also begin searching for opportunities to make this change easier for themselves as well as their clients.

MicroPower Drives ‘Alternative’ Approach to Surveillance

MicroPower Drives ‘Alternative’ Approach to Surveillance

Delivering a unique and innovative technology in today’s crowded and dynamic security market can be quite a challenge.

Dealers Needed - Personal response system is attracting a lot of attention

Dealers Needed

Mobile Personal Emergency Response Systems (mPERS) is attracting a lot of attention in the security industry these days, and for good reason. There are several reasons for the enormous interest.

Featured

  • Smarter Access Starts with Flexibility

    Today’s workplaces are undergoing a rapid evolution, driven by hybrid work models, emerging smart technologies, and flexible work schedules. To keep pace with growing workplace demands, buildings are becoming more dynamic – capable of adapting to how people move, work, and interact in real-time. Read Now

  • Trends Keeping an Eye on Business Decisions

    Today, AI continues to transform the way data is used to make important business decisions. AI and the cloud together are redefining how video surveillance systems are being used to simulate human intelligence by combining data analysis, prediction, and process automation with minimal human intervention. Many organizations are upgrading their surveillance systems to reap the benefits of technologies like AI and cloud applications. Read Now

  • The Future is Happening Outside the Cloud

    For years, the cloud has captivated the physical security industry. And for good reason. Remote access, elastic scalability and simplified maintenance reshaped how we think about deploying and managing systems. But as the number of cameras grows and resolutions push from HD to 4K and beyond, the cloud’s limits are becoming unavoidable. Bandwidth bottlenecks. Latency lags. Rising storage costs. These are not abstract concerns. Read Now

  • Right-Wing Activist Charlie Kirk Dies After Utah Valley University Shooting

    Charlie Kirk, a popular conservative activist and founder of Turning Point USA, died Wednesday after being shot during an on-campus event at Utah Valley University in Orem, Utah Read Now

  • The Impact of Convergence Between IT and Physical Security

    For years, the worlds of physical security and information technology (IT) remained separate. While they shared common goals and interests, they often worked in silos. Read Now

New Products

  • Compact IP Video Intercom

    Viking’s X-205 Series of intercoms provide HD IP video and two-way voice communication - all wrapped up in an attractive compact chassis.

  • Unified VMS

    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

  • 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.