12.07.2024 • Topstories • Security
Heathrow Lands Integrated Security Solution
Europe's busiest airport has multiple security challenges to overcome across 110 distinct control rooms, over 76,000 employees - and serving 80 million passengers a year.
09.07.2024 • Topstories • Security
Qingdao Port Improves Efficiency Threefold
A gruelling job exposed to the harshest weather will become more bearable with the innovative use of Hikvision video technology as an intelligent tally system at cranes across the Port of Qingdao.
05.07.2024 • Topstories • Security
Milestone Systems and Arcules Join Forces
Milestone Systems and Arcules have merged to combine the strengths of both companies in video management software, analytics and cloud-based solutions.
02.07.2024 • Topstories • Fire Protection
Approved Fire Alarms and Weatherproof Devices Secure Food Factory
A leading Dutch food manufacturer has contracted installers JTI Brandbeveiliging to help make safety a number one priority at their new food production factory.
01.07.2024 • Topstories • Security
Munich Airport Locks Down Secure and Transparent
Markus Schaurer, Advisor for Security Technology at Munich Airport, explains how the logistics of key and tool management at Germany’s second largest airport is kept under control.
26.06.2024 • Topstories • Security
i-PRO Announces New Anti-Ligature Corner Camera with High Impact Rating
The new corner camera features small form factor stainless steel IK11+ 70J impact-rated housing and advanced AI-powered analytics.
26.06.2024 • Topstories • Security
Paris Goes for Gold
The Paris Olympics 2024 begin in exactly one month. Making the Games in the French capital safe involves securing the venues, the sightseeing attractions and above all the spectators
25.06.2024 • Topstories • Security
STid Raises €20 Million for Expansion
European contactless identification solutions provider STid has raised €20 Million from investment firm Capital Croissance to drive international and technological expansion.
24.06.2024 • Topstories • Security
Smart Cities and Other Future Projects
We speak to Stefan Olf, appointed General Manager for
Advancis' Middle East company in Abu Dhabi, who will be growing the business of the software supplier in coordination with the Board of Advancis.
14.06.2024 • Topstories • Security
Digital Access Needs Mechanical Backbone
Digitalization continues apace in access control. But electronics also need robust, secure, trusted mechanical design, according to Kelly Gill, Chief Technology Officer at Assa Abloy Opening Solutions EMEIA.
07.06.2024 • Topstories • Security
Video Syncs with Giant EV Charging Park
Merklingen train station in Germany has installed smart video analytics to protect the largest Electric Vehicle (EV) charging car park in the world., with 259 charging points powered by locally generated solar power.
06.06.2024 • Topstories • Fire Protection
Heat-Resistant Drones for Firefighting
Drones can reduce risk to firefighters who run in on each call-out – sometimes into a sea of flames more than 1,000 degrees Celsius.
05.06.2024 • Topstories • Security
The State of the Art in Physiological Biometric Security Methods
Two-factor authentication is moving from 'something you know’ and ‘something you have’ to include ‘something you are’. We bring you bang up to date with the state-of-the-art in physiological biometric security systems.
03.05.2024 • Topstories • Security
Gunnebo Buys DG Concept and Diadem
Gunnebo Entrance Control has acquired DG Concept and Diadem, a French entrance control, design, installation and service specialist, reinforcing its commitment to providing solutions and service globally.
25.04.2024 • Topstories • Management
Vitaprotech Announces New EMEA CEO
Vitaprotech, the fast-growing and acquisitive European security solutions group, has announced the appointment of Delphine Guerrier as chief executive for the Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA) region.
09.04.2024 • Topstories • Security
Banks and Financial Institutions Can Beat Crime
Banks and credit institutions manage billions of dollars in investments, income and savings, as well as an enormous amount of private information.
03.04.2024 • Topstories • Security
Synergetic Security: The Power of Integration
The seamless integration of video management software and third-party systems increases security and efficiency for users.
02.04.2024 • Topstories • Security
Historic Munich Building Adds Digital Key-based Access Management from Assa Abloy
Munich’s Hofbräuhaus enjoys an iconic status, as both a heritage property and a spiritual home for lovers of German beer.
19.03.2024 • Topstories • Security
Newport Aquarium Replaces Traditional Locks and Keys
Newport Aquarium has replaced its old security system with an easy-to-use, high-security access control solution to keep animals, visitors and staff safe. The Aquarium is located in Newport, Kentucky, USA, and houses thousands of the world’s most exotic aquatic creatures, such as playful penguins, rare white alligators and smiling sharks and stingrays.
18.03.2024 • Topstories • Security
Salto Introduces Seamless Visitor ID Management Solution
Salto Systems has launched its latest seamless, high-tech visitor ID management solution, designed to automate operations and digitalise the visitor lobby experience.
14.03.2024 • Topstories • Security
Smarter Video Solutions for Retail
Multi-branch retailers are gaining multiple benefits from advanced integrated video management solutions (VMSs) that are easily repeatable. These include better security, reduced losses and valuable business intelligence on customer behaviour, seasonal trends and staff performance. One Idis client has a single IT manager for 50 stores, delegating day-to-day security functions to the branches.
12.03.2024 • Topstories • Security
How Does a Better Power and Access Integration Help Users?
The demand for more efficient and cost-effective ways to deploy access control is being driven by many factors in today’s market as organizations look to ensure the security and health safety of personnel, mitigate risks and liabilities, and improve various workforce management applications. Yet at the same time, security professionals are being asked to do more with less.
11.03.2024 • Topstories • Management
Light + Building 2024: Sustainability, Efficiency, and Building Security
Over 151,000 visitors travelled to Light + Building 2024. 2,169 exhibitors presented the latest developments in building technology and trends in innovative lighting design. The next Light + Building will take place from 8 - 13 March 2026.
08.03.2024 • Topstories • Fire Protection
Choosing Door Closers is a Critical Element of Fire Safety
Every now and then, news reminds us of the devastation that a large building fire can cause. One consequence is that fire doors now receive the attention and regulation that they deserve, both nationally and internationally. Just as important, however, is that a fire door must be properly closed to be effective. Assa Abloy has a complete range of door closing solutions to meet the needs and regulations of almost every type of of door in every building.
08.03.2024 • Topstories • Management
Pierre Racz: "Real Artificial Intelligence Does Not Exist"
In part one of this three-part interview series with Pierre Racz, President of Genetec, he is addressing why IP network video systems were the game changer in the industry and why he does not like the term AI.
05.03.2024 • Topstories • Security
New Remote Service from Bosch Building Technologies Increases Security for Video Systems
It's a given for any smartphone user: When the device manufacturer announces that a software update is ready for installation, it's done primarily to maintain the smartphone's IT security and system stability.
05.03.2024 • Topstories • Fire Protection
Charging and Storing Lithium-Ion Batteries Correctly
Lithium-ion batteries offer many advantages. They are long lasting, have a high energy density and are only slightly self-discharging. The batteries are therefore particularly practical for many devices in the industrial sector as well as in security technology. However, one thing should always be borne in mind: Lithium and many of its compounds are highly flammable and highly reactive. Certified and GS-tested type 90 safety cabinet models enable the highest safety requirements to be met when storing and charging lithium-ion batteries.
04.03.2024 • Topstories • Security
Video Analytics for Life Safety Infrastructure in Mass Transit
Safety protocols within mass transit systems are evolving significantly as more people are returning to on-site work in our post-pandemic world. While working from home has become more common in recent years, before COVID-19, almost 80 % of employed persons in the EU worked on-premises, according to Eurostat.
29.02.2024 • Topstories • Security
Cloud-Based Locking System CESentry
CESentry is the new cloud-based electronic locking system from CES. It consists of an organisation system and a new generation of locking and access devices. The devices have a contemporary look and their design is based on future-proof technologies.
28.02.2024 • Topstories • Fire Protection
Smart Fire Monitoring in Cement Production
Clinker production requires extremely high temperatures. Fuels therefore need to be kept at the ready to provide the necessary energy. However, whatever burns during a manufacturing process is also a fire hazard. The Heidelberg Materials cement plant in Schelklingen, Baden-Württemberg, Germany therefore uses infrared thermal imaging cameras to enable smart early fire detection.
22.02.2024 • Topstories • Management
Ready for the Next Chapter with Security Center SaaS
Genetec management team took the opportunity to present their new experience center in Washington to the international press early in February
22.02.2024 • Topstories • Fire Protection
Video-Based Fire Detection: You Can’t Fool AI
The revolution in fire protection is underway as AI-powered video-based fire detection represents one of the most significant advancements in the field. Bosch Building Technologies’ Aviotec 8000i IR solution utilizes AI algorithms for smoke and flame detection. These deep learning-based algorithms enable real-time, accurate fire detection while minimizing false alarms.
15.02.2024 • Topstories • Security
Latest in Retail Security: Experts Explain
In our special focus, we ask three questions on security for retail to five experts: Johannes Faber, Regional Sales Manager DACH at Optex; Ross Wilks, Global Head of Marketing Communications at Acre Security; Steve Green, Business Development Manager at Genetec; Muhammad Sheikh, Regional Sales Director, Middle East at Briefcam; Pread Um (Suk Bong), Product and Marketing Director at Hanwha Vision Europe.
15.02.2024 • Topstories • Security
Unified Physical Security Can Help Retailers Thrive in a Changing Environment
Retail has changed dramatically in a very short time. Digital transformation is delivering new business models around frictionless, multi-channel shopping and e-commerce and, alongside it, new security challenges. Video surveillance must keep up with these developments, but without software that unifies all the security aspects, it is impossible to get on top of the data.
13.02.2024 • Topstories • Security
Critical Infrastructure Expert Summit by Schneider Intercom and the Commend Group in Salzburg
In the midst of Salzburg's charming environment, Schneider Intercom and the Commend Group held their Critical Infrastructure Expert Summit. At the center of the event was the ‘KRITIS Dachgesetz’ (blanket critical infrastructure law) that is currently being implemented in Germany.
