2020 imparted a worldwide pandemic. Social unrest. Political divisiveness. Unprecedented wildfires. And a near record-breaking hurricane/typhoon season. As relieved as the world may be to put this challenging year behind us, all these disparate-yet-connected events didn’t magically disappear once the ball dropped on midnight, December 31.
Boon Edam announced that Ferrero Rocher, a globally renowned chocolatier, has outfitted its new global headquarters building in Luxembourg with a “golden” TQA automatic revolving door.
Innosent’s newly developed sensor solution not only takes on the task of conventional motion detectors but also provides useful distance information.
The EU has harmonised its standards for point heat detectors and point smoke detectors which will be mandatory from August 31, 2022. CertAlarm now also offers these certifications.
Invixium announced that Eastern Platinum Limited (Eastplats) has deployed IXM Titan with Enhancement Kit at their Crocodile River Mine. This deployment comes in response to a growing global need for touchless access control and temperature screening due to Covid-19.
Salto Systems has gained the coveted BSI Enhanced Level IoT Kitemark certification for access control systems for their latest product, the Salto Neo electronic cylinder.
Hikvision's new All-Rounder ITS camera is engineered with an all-in-one structure, embedding video, radar, and supplemental light in one module, helping traffic authorities to easily ramp up the detection of violations
Gunnebo announced new distribution partnerships with European industry specialists in four geographic sectors:
Idis has acquired a controlling (44.84%) stake in KT Powertel, the radio communications subsidiary of telecoms giant KT Corp.
The British Security Industry Association’s (BSIA) video surveillance section has launched an ethical and legal use guide for Automated Facial Recognition (AFR).
Aperio wireless locks from Assa Abloy Opening Solutions now integrate seamlessly with the versatile AEOS access control by Nedap to bring a range of concrete business benefits. Optimizing access control with these battery-powered wireless locks can boost convenience for building users and help make better use of spaces.
Bosch has introduced the Autodome IP starlight 5100i with enhanced image quality and built-in Artificial Intelligence (AI) to help operators react before a potential situation occurs.
Swedish Sea Rescue Society in Sweden have enhanced their existing Sepura critical communications solution by upgrading to include Over the Air Programming, saving the team time and reducing costs whilst improving their programming capability.
PureTech Systems announced the successful integration of the Hensoldt Spexer 360 Enhanced Radar into the PureActiv Geospatial Command and Control solution.
iLoq has started 2021 with a bang by extending its operations into the UK.
In spite of a highly unusual 2020, the security industry’s constant transformation has not stopped. Several significant shifts in the use of technology are even accelerating – for example the increasing of multi-perception technologies, the convergence of security systems, the popularity of artificial intelligence, and the rise of cloud solutions.
Dahua released its core product launch at the 2021 Kick Off Meeting. Interpreting its mission of Enabling a Safer Society and Smarter Living, the company launched: WizSense/WizMind series which focus on the AI value transmission; HDCVI 6.0 Plus that offers continued advancement in over-coax technology, and Full-color 2.0 which provides excellent performance under extreme low light conditions, driving innovation to an AIoT future.
Flagship range now includes Lift Control, Area Occupancy and ANPR features to assist social distancing and manage safety and security into the future.
Two new Wisenet cameras equipped with Hanwha Techwin’s ground-breaking Wisenet7 chipset have reinforced the company’s claim to be the market leading manufacturer of multi-directional cameras.
Based in Muscat, Oman, the Oman Electricity Transmission Company (OETC) owns and operates the main electricity transmission network, transferring electricity from generating stations to distribution load centres in all governorates of the Sultanate of Oman.
Boon Edam announced a new continuing education course approved by the American Institute of Architects (AIA) entitled, “Closing the Gap in Physical Security: Addressing the Entry.” Architects can view this one-hour presentation in exchange for one Health, Safety and Welfare Continuing Education Unit (HSW CEU) towards their AIA accreditation.
A group of specialist companies have combined their expertise in security, container fit out and hygiene to create a new, rapidly deployable laboratory and test facility solution for the healthcare sector.
The British Security Industry Association (BSIA) has awarded ADT Fire & Security a Founder Member Award for supporting the Association for over 50 years.
Altronix announces the release of new environmentally hardened PoE Switches and powered media converters supporting the latest 802.3bt PoE devices.
The events of 2020, combined with technological advances and adoption of cloud and artificial intelligence for video surveillance, will make 2021 a transformational year for the industry.
Axis Communications has launched Axis Q8752-E, a bispectral PTZ camera featuring a thermal camera with 3x zoom for reliable detection and verification in all weather and light conditions, and a visual camera with 32x optical zoom for visual identification. A model with a 35 mm thermal lens is also available.
The Department of Health – Abu Dhabi (DOH) and Malaffi, the region’s first Health Information Exchange (HIE), showcased a population risk management analytics platform at Gitex. The technology will empower the healthcare sector to support care management, improve population health and assist in ensuring continuity of care.
A landmark global distribution deal between Anixter and Quanika opens a one-stop-shop supply route for major integration projects, making it easy to incorporate Axis and Milestone video tech with Quanika’s access control and visitor management software, and it allows off-the-shelf integration with a wide range of third-party systems.
Security professionals have been thrust to the forefront of return-to-work planning as the crisis continues to create a complex set of security and safety challenges.
Physical access control has been an important part of corporate security strategy for decades. Like any technology, access control has evolved over the years - today's solutions are more secure and convenient than ever before. Nevertheless, it is important to eliminate weaknesses and close security gaps. A current e-book from HID provides information.
Dahua Technology has obtained ISO/IEC 27701 Certificate from British Standards Institution (BSI).
Uppsalahem is the leading housing company in Uppsala, Sweden. Currently, almost 30,000 Uppsala residents live in the company’s 17,000 homes, which include student housing.
Two museums, a single security environment. As a result, access management was eating up significant time and budget for the museums’ Technical and Security Manager. The solution for simpler access management was eCLIQ, an electronic locking system built around easy-to-fit cylinders and programmable, battery-powered keys.
Cost-effective, covert video monitoring solution for ATM and retail applications
Zenitel is pleased to announce the hiring of a key sales executive.
