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Axis launches 8th generation Artpec system-on-chip powering deep-learning analytics on the edge

Axis Communications announces the 8th generation of its custom-designed system-on-chip (SoC) made for network video.

Milestone and BriefCam bring premium forensic analytics to customers

Global Filtration Manufacturer Selects C-Tec’s Cast ZFP Fire System

One of the world’s leading manufacturers of filtration solutions has selected C-Tec’s innovative new Cast ZFP addressable fire system for one of its UK sites.

Smart Building Certification Makes Eagle Eye Networks and Brivo Partners

Smart Building Certification, a certifying organization dedicated to creating smarter, more efficient buildings, announced that Eagle Eye Networks and Brivo are  the first physical security companies to go through the Smart Solution Certification.

The Gunnebo Group appoints Sacha de La Noë as new President of Gunnebo Entrance Control

The Gunnebo Group CEO Stefan Syrèn has together with the Board of Directors appointed Sacha de la Noë as new President of Gunnebo Entrance Control. Sacha de la Noë will take up the position from early October. He succeeds Robert Hermans, who left the Group in May.

Zenitel Appoints NB Telekom as Center of Excellence for Turkey

Zenitel continues its EMEA growth and announces a new Center of Excellence (CoE) in the Safety & Security market in the EMEA region.

Traka Locks in Double Win Success at PEN Awards

Traka’s Medication Distribution Lockers created in partnership has won two national awards in the prominent Patient Experience Network (PEN) Best Practice Awards 2021.

Investing in Security: How Ajax Protects Schools and Kindergartens in Mariupol

In Mariupol (Ukraine), 51,000 children attend schools and kindergartens. This is a huge infrastructure, more than a hundred buildings for children and staff. Until recently, they were protected by guards with no specialized training.

Boon Edam Going Digital for GSX 2021

Boon Edam announced that they will be moving to a fully digital participation in the 2021 Global Security Exchange (GSX) conference taking place September 27 to 29 in Orlando, Florida.

GFE Fire Detection Equipment Protects Europe’s Largest Mixed-use Shopping Mall

Fire detection solutions from Global Fire Equipment (GFE) have been installed in the KUMSmall Factory Shopping Mall, the largest mixed-use shopping mall in Europe.

Hybrid in Paris: Expoprotection Security 2021

Held from September 28 to 30, 2021 in Paris – Porte de Versailles (Pavilion 5), Expoprotection Security will be the must-attend event of the fall season, with three main sectors: Security, Fire prevention and protection, and Cyber prevention. An innovative and hybrid event, combining physical and online, to give participants, exhibitors, and visitors alike, a unique experience, before, during and after the show.

Onvif introduces Add-on Concept for Increased Feature Interoperability

Onvif has announced the add-on concept, which extends the Onvif conformance process to individual product features that can solve a specific use case or end user need.

A+A 2021 Preview

The pandemic has markedly accelerated the process of change in the working world. A fundamental change that enabled amongst other things the implementation of digital solutions overnight. At the same time, sustainability is more than ever the focus of society and industry. This opens up new areas of activity and raises new questions for the entire industry. How do we want to shape tomorrows’ world, how do we want to live, work and operate in this world while treating our fellow human beings and the available resources ecologically and responsibly?

Open Security & Safety Alliance at GSX 2021 Orlando

The Open Security & Safety Alliance (OSSA), an industry body comprised of stakeholders from all facets within the security, safety and building automation space, is has member companies from around the world represented at GSX 2021 later this month.

Comelit Appoints Simon Green as New Sales Director

As part of a unique growth strategy, Comelit UK has expanded its team with the appointment of a dedicated UK Sales Director, Simon Green.

AI Security for Homeowners and SMBs

"For the very first time, AcuSense technology from Hikvision is bringing the power of AI security to homeowners and SMBs. That means customers in this important market can now boost their security and respond to incidents faster, while also saving time and reducing their workloads and costs,” says Kevin You, Product Management Director at Hikvision.

New 2022 Dates Confirmed for 4th Edition of Intersec Saudi Arabia

Kingdom’s premier security, safety and fire protection trade fair to run from 13-15 September 2022 in Riyadh

Advancis: Interactive Live Webinar

Communication is critical to an efficient incident response plan: In emergency cases, the first crucial communication is the alarm activation and the required operating procedure to correctly deal with the situation.

Milestone Systems welcomes new Chief Marketing Officer

Milestone Systems announced the appointment of Christina Molt Wengel as the new Chief Marketing Officer responsible for Global Marketing, as per September 15, 2021.

Idis America’s Visitor Management System Recognized with Prestigious Industry Award

Idis America has been honored with the prestigious Security Today New Product of the Year Award.

Advancis Acquires Irish Security Company

Advancis Software & Services GmbH, manufacturer of the open Physical Security Information Management Software (PSIM) WinGuard, has acquired the Irish software company Cruatech, one of the leading experts for physical security integrations solutions.

Free Remote Fire Safety app now available on iOS and Android for Bosch Remote Services licence holders

Businesses and building owners can now check on the fire safety status of their properties remotely with the Bosch Remote Fire Safety app, running on the new ‘Remote Interact’ feature of the Bosch Remote Services portfolio for Bosch fire alarm systems.

Accelerated Rollout of Motorola Body-Worn Cameras

Motorola Solutions (NYSE: MSI) announced that the National Health Service (NHS) England has selected its VB400 body-worn video solution to increase transparency and safety for its frontline workers and citizens across the country.

FIM Expo & Training in Belfast October 2021

Fire Industry Manufacturers Expo (FIM Expo) will be taking place on Tuesday, October 19th.

HID Global Acquires Omni-ID

Acquisition broadens HID’s footprint in Asia, extends portfolio of active and passive RAIN RFID UHF tags and IoT components and deepens the company’s RFID customization capabilities.

How to Manage Roller Doors and Roller Shutters with Ajax

Roller doors and shutters can become an ideal element of a smart home.

Sepura’s AutoMate Application Drives Safety and Operational Improvements

Sepura have extended their applications portfolio with the launch of AutoMate, which works by enabling Tetra radio automation through geofencing and situational triggers. This intelligent application improves both operational performance and staff safety whilst maximising existing radio assets.

inter airport Europe 2021 is going ahead

inter airport Europe is going ahead with the first major live event for the entire airport industry, providing a much needed opportunity for airports, airlines, air cargo carriers and aviation-support specialists to meet with the leading innovation drivers in airport technology in their endeavour to exchange solutions how to return strong from the crisis.

STid Offers High Security with Seamless Access Control Experience

The physical and cyber security threats for companies and the consequences of the health crisis have had an enormous impact on the perceived needs and requirements for access control and security. Vincent Dupart, STid’s CEO, and François Gitz, STid’s Sales Manager, talk with GIT SECURITY about this matter.

Genetec Professional Services: Experts by your side to support advances in technology

In the physical security industry, professional services are typically recognized for supporting customers in the design and deployment phases of their security systems. They also work alongside partners and integrators to optimize system performance and mitigate project risks so that the customer is reassured that their project will run smoothly and that they’ll get the most from their security investment. Although these services are valuable, the needs of most organizations are quickly evolving and traditional services are not enough.

Traka’s Focus on Retail in New BDM Appointment

Traka has appointed a new business development manager (BDM) to further strengthen its focus on the retail sector and demonstrate its ability to improve operational efficiency and safety for retailers.

Aviotec: AI now Covers Fire Safety and Security Surveillance Outdoors

Aviotec's new firmware version 7.81 comprises AI algorithms which can now detect fire and smoke in changing weather and light conditions. The AI algorithms have been developed further to ensure reliability for sheltered outdoor areas. The fire risk in these areas and nearby buildings can now be reduced with intelligent, fast and reliable detection.

Hikvision announces technology partnership with Yeastar

Hikvision announced a new technology partnership with Yeastar for IP-based video intercom integration. The integration provides a convenient solution for customers in small-to-medium size enterprises (SMEs) to control and manage their intercom systems remotely, as well as communicate with visitors.

Euralarm welcomes FirePro as new member

Following the decision of its Board, Euralarm has welcomed FirePro as a new member. The company will join the Extinguishing Section of Euralarm which activities cover automatic extinguishing systems using gas, water, foam, powder and aerosols, oxygen reduction systems, portable equipment and other manual means of fire-fighting as well as fire-fighting agents used in either fixed automatic systems or in portable equipment.

Fire safety update to ambitious school development

Comelit’s Atena fire detection panels have been installed at an award-winning new eight-form entry secondary school and sixth form academy, designed as part of a £100m development in Broxbourne, Hertfordshire.