July 2017, Mayflex the distributor of Converged IP Solutions has appointed a new director of sales – security. Steve Proctor will commence his role on the 1st August and his key responsibilities will be to lead and support both internal and external sales teams, ensuring the continued growth and development of this area of the Mayflex business through taking market share, growing customer numbers and increasing project wins. Steve comes to Mayflex with a wealth of experience gained in the security industry over the last 40 years. Notable achievements have included the development and management of large sales teams, implementing business growth strategies, development of value add, consultancy led sales and marketing campaigns, and launching installer training and certification programmes. Andrew Percival, Managing Director at Mayflex commented, “I am delighted to welcome Steve to Mayflex. Steve’s knowledge and experience of the security industry is second to none and will be well placed to work with our existing team to make gains in this marketplace.” Andrew continued, “The security market place is a key growth area for Mayflex. We have a comprehensive product portfolio backed up with technical support and installer services such as the pre-configuration of IP cameras, not to […]

Top Ten Tips for Communication Success PLANNING – Plan the communications element of your operation as thoroughly as you would any other aspect: if you don’t know how, don’t be afraid to ask someone who does. SELECTION – Choose the right technology; as a rule of thumb use UHF for big cities and VHF for more rural settings. HEIGHT – The more height you can get for your antenna the further you will be able to communicate. MOVEMENT – Movement clears blackspots; even moving a few metres can make the difference between a call getting through or not. GO DIGITAL – Analogue radios are still with us and will be for a long time, but the future is digital. ACCESSORISE – Research audio accessories and choose the right one for the task; having a variety to choose from gives you options. BATTERIES – Make sure you have enough for the duration of the task; two spare batteries per radio is ideal and will give 24 hour usage. CHARGING – As with laptops and tablets and phones, charge your batteries whenever you get the chance. ANTENNAS – Consider different antenna options for both portables (handhelds) and mobiles giving you operational flexibility. […]

Las Vegas, NV (October 3, 2017) – Morse Watchmans has expanded its portfolio of key and asset control products and technologies with the newly available RFID-based AssetWatcher System. Featured this week at G2E, AssetWatcher’s RFID technology uses non-contact wireless radio links to recognize and track tagged assets placed in or removed from lockers. It is compatible with multiple types of RFID tags as well as different types of assets, and features an audible confirmation when a tag has been read. “AssetWatcher with RFID takes asset control in the casino environment to a new level and new direction,” said Fernando Pires, VP of Sales and Marketing, Morse Watchmans. “It’s been uniquely designed to allow the user to store and track RFID tagged assets such as communication equipment or expensive tools without the complications often seen in RFID tracking solutions.” AssetWatcher can track multiple items within a locker and can track all types of tagged assets, including electronics and metal objects. Featuring the same reliable and easy-to-use interface as the company’s popular KeyWatcher® Touch, AssetWatcher includes a bright 7” touchscreen and incorporates the state-of-the-art optical fingerprint reader to ensure only authorized users have access to specific assets. Operating modes allow AssetWatcher to […]

July 2017, Mayflex uncovers fraudulent activities whereby the fraudsters are pretending to work for accredited customers and have ordered goods to be shipped directly to bogus ‘end user’ sites. In a number of separate instances, the fraudsters have targeted accredited Paxton partners, they’ve called the Mayflex sales team saying that they are from the company, asked for quotes for various Paxton product codes and having created ‘copycat’ email addresses, to look very similar to those of the individual companies in question, to fool our teams into thinking that when the orders were placed that they were legitimate. The names of the individuals to look out for in these examples are Mike Andrews, Marvin Taylor and Ian Green – we have passed the information and details across to the police who are now pursuing this matter further. Commenting on the incident Martin Eccleston, Commercial Manager commented ‘We are taking further steps to help distinguish these fraudulent activities at the earliest stages and where products are being delivered directly on site, in future we will put further checks in place to check that the order is genuine before being shipped. This won’t cause any delay to our customers and orders will be […]

Explosives and Small Arms. UK based explosives detection dogs and handlers X9K9 UK specialists, our operational arms and explosives search dogs (AES) are the only AES dogs in Europe trained with the latest up to date terrorist substances, which include UN tangents, markers and TATP. Short and long-term contracts, with a rapid deployment planning in place, rest assured our dogs and handlers can be deployed anywhere in UK quickly and effectively, either by road or air. With a highly professional approach, working on both joint operational orders and within one of the largest event sites in Europe, our AES dogs and handlers are producing sweeps and clearances on a daily bases. We also work with banks, events organisers, OSG (joint ops), VIP visits (which have included members of UK Royal Family), airports and government agencies. Our dogs and handlers have one goal in mind: to be at the top of their operational game. This, combined with a joint daily progressive training process, means the best possible, most complete service for you; a service maintained throughout all our operational deployments. For further information on explosives detection contact us today. Gallery

An Argument for Unannounced (Virtual) Drills. Events can be separated into two categories – conventional and unconventional.  Conventional events happen all the time; we plan for their likelihood, stock equipment and materials, and train accordingly.  These events because we’ve prepared for them are usually managed pretty effectively. Unconventional events, on the other hand are just that – unconventional.  The thought is they are rare events and that traditional mechanism will work.  Both are simply not true. Just read the paper or watch the news.  Rare events happen all the time.  When was the last time you heard a newscaster say, “That was a thousand year event”?  Due to the complex nature of today’s societies, an unconventional event overwhelms resources from the onset and an impact on more than one portion of society; such as, the energy sector directly affects the banking sector or transportation sector and so on.  This ripple effect will become even more pronounced in the future as societies and communities increase in population due to the migration from agriculture to the city. An unconventional event in the 21st century presents us with several opportunities, 1) we have to change our mindset in the way we train, and […]

1. What is a fire safes? Fire safes are generally broken down into three main categories: Those which will protect paper documents; digital media such as USB sticks or DVDs; or magnetic data tapes such as LTOs, DAT tapes or DLTs. Fire safes and data safes are built differently to protect their contents, as each can withstand different levels of heat: Paper: 177 °C / 350 °F Digital: 120 °C / 248 °F Data: 52 °C / 125 °F Data tapes are sensitive, easily damaged and susceptible to low levels of heat or humidity. The manufacturers recommend maximum exposure to heat must not exceed 52°C or humidity levels of greater than 85%. Thus, data safes are designed to keep the inside of the safe below 85% humidity, whilst also maintaining an internal temperature below 52°C (or about half that of a cup of coffee). 2. Will they protect against a burglar? Yes, they are still a safe at the end of the end of the day and many fire safes are suitable for secure storage for cash and valuables too. Much of what the average house owner keeps in a fire safe is often important documents like passports, house and […]

ZENITA AB BECOMES OUR NEW DISTRIBUTOR IN SWEDEN. Innovative is strengthening its presence in the Swedish market even more with Zenita AB as new distributor of our software platform Innovative Security Manager™ (ISM). Earlier this year Innovative established a sales organisation both in Norway and Sweden, as part of our strategy of becoming the leading provider of software solutions for the entire Nordic security market. Zenita AB is an established player in the Swedish security industry with a broad product range and many different customers. Zenita has been in the Swedish security market since 1979. Over the years, Zenita has acquired solid experience and skills as well as certifications for most safety engineering solutions. Besides alarm reception systems, they deliver integrated systems, burglary alarms, access control systems, fire alarms and CCTV. “We are pleased that we can now offer ISM both to existing and new customers in Sweden. ISM is a software platform that will give both us and our customers new opportunities in the security market. The large number of existing customers on the platform ensures that ISM is continuously developed with new interfaces and features. The cooperation with Innovative is important for our future strategy,” says Lars Lundgren, […]

Upgraded KeyWatcher® System Reaps Efficiency Benefits for Swedish Automotive Manufacturer. Oxford, CT (May 23, 2017) – Scania AB is known the world over as a premier manufacturer for the automotive industry, with products ranging from engines for use in Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting (ARFF) vehicles and manufactured in Oshkosh, Wisconsin, to a hybrid truck that can make deliveries to downtown Copenhagen during the period when deliveries are restricted. The company is headquartered in Södertälje, Sweden where more than 5,600 employees work in business operations, manufacturing and research and development. The company adheres to a philosophy of continuous improvement which helps increase efficiency, raise productivity and ensure high quality. This approach goes beyond the manufacturing process, policies and operational procedures to include security systems such as their Morse Watchmans key control and management system. Having originally installed it more than 15 years ago, the company recently upgraded the KeyWatcher system to the new KeyWatcher Touch series complete with KeyWatcher TrueTouch software. “Having experienced the reliability of the original KeyWatcher system, we didn’t have any hesitation in moving forward with the new KeyWatcher Touch system,” said Pentti Heikkinen, From Securitas AB that handles all the administration and service of the Key Watchers […]

Watford Football Club invests in premier league CCTV, with Redvision. Watford Football Club has recently invested in a high-level, 70-camera, IP CCTV system. Designed to ensure spectator safety during matches and other events, the new system also provides public safety, site security and site management. Full HD cameras now cover the stadium bowl and pitch; protect key external approaches and turnstiles; and view the internal concourse. Watford FC was founded in 1881 as a third division club. It steadily progressed through football’s ranks to achieve First Division status in the 1980’s under the late Graham Taylor’s tenure and whilst owned by Sir Elton John. The club qualified for a place in the UEFA Cup and reached the FA Cup Final at that time. Since 2015, Watford FC has reached football’s top flight, with a place in the FA Premier League. This has significantly increased demand for high quality safety and security provision. Watford FC is currently owned by the Pozzo family, who also owns Udinese Calcio in Italy and Granada CF in Spain. Sir Elton John continues to serve as an Honorary Life President of the club, a role he had shared with the late Graham Taylor. Watford FC, whose […]

Situation Frankston is a dynamic municipality within the southern suburbs of Melbourne, Australia. In recent years the Victorian state government has invested significantly to further enhance this enviable bayside location as a designated tourist destination. With a population already over 120,000 and set to rapidly grow, Frankston City Council desperately needed to upgrade and streamline their security management system and processes. Before the upgrade, each of the Council’s 10 different sites had a standalone Inner Range Concept 4000/Insight solution with each site managing its own cardholders. Accuracy of cardholder data across the 10 sites was a real concern due to the manual process required to update records. Task The requirements for Frankston City Council were simple but two-fold: they needed a robust and user-friendly system that would build upon the existing Concept 4000 infrastructure and a single system that would easily accommodate a multi-site architecture, thus reducing the inefficiencies of individually managing 10 sites. It was also important that the new system was future proof with a scalable modular design, could integrate with third party systems if required, was competitively priced with no lock-in contracts (or annual fees) and could seamlessly utilise the Council’s existing wired, wireless and WAN based […]

ProxTech presents a full range of USB card readers. The MULTITOP reader series is ProxTech’s complete range of desktop card readers and reader modules, designed for easy integration into various applications. The ultra-modern design and state- of-the-art reading performances allow a maximal performance and flexibility. Other than the standard RFID card readers with a wiegand, clock/data or serial interface, ProxTech’s desktop readers and modules offer a handy USB interface to connect to the host system. Besides this USB interface, the electronic board is also equipped with a serial V24 interface in case a USB connection is not available on the host. Optionally the reader can also be supplied with a TTL or RS485 interface. Multitude of technologies supported These readers and modules support a large number of different transponder types, both on 125 kHz as on 13.56 MHz, including all major transponder technologies such as Mifare Classic, DESFire, Plus and Ultralight; Legic Prime and Advant; HID Prox and iClass; Calypso, Tag-It, Felica, ISO14443A/B, ISO15693, EM, Hitag, Temic, Unique, Zoodiac, and many more… And even a UHF version is available on our versatile MULTITOP range! User-configurable or preconfigured The standard version of the reader simply outputs the serial number or UID […]

KERI SYSTEMS INC. RELEASES NEW FINGERPRINT READERS FOR KERI AND THIRD PARTY CONTROLLERS. Keri Systems Inc., a top provider of access control and security solutions, announces the release of BioSync Fingerprint Readers; providing effortless comptibility with Keri Controllers, as well as hardware from other access control manufacturers. San Jose, CA – September 15, 2016 – Keri Systems Inc. is providing state-of-the-art, reliable fingerprint reading in its most attrative and unobtrusive packaging to date. The BioSync Readers are available in a variety of configurations, including fingerprint-only, fingerprint and card, or fingerprint and keypad. Typically used in higher security applications, the readers can be utilized for primary user identification (-fingerprint only) or for secondary veri-fication after card or PIN access. The Readers are compatible with Keri’s NXT controllers with an NXT-WI Wiegand Interface, PXL-500W Tiger Controller, and 3rd party controllers that accept industry-standard Wiegand-type readers. BioSync Readers contain both an internal beeper and a multi-colored LED bar to indicate fingerprint acceptance and access granted or denied. The fingerprint template sharing between readers is done using RS-485 networking, with an op on for TCP/IP, and Keri’s BioManager so ware is used for enrollment and template management. Each unit can store up to 9,500 […]

With the issue of national security at the front of everyone’s mind, utility companies and their suppliers, not to mention Government ministers and advisors, have never been more aware of the importance of keeping the nation’s water supply and its critical national infrastructure and equipment secure. The Centre for the Protection of National Infrastructure (CPNI) has advised public sector organisations which own parts of the Critical National Infrastructure, on design improvements to protect them from the effects of chemical, biological, radiological and nuclear (CRBN) agents. And measures have been taken by all of our water companies to safeguard against chemical and physical attack. All water utilities new build sites will be obliged to meet the current Government directives but, of course, the far bigger challenges come from bringing existing, ageing sites up to date so they too meet these high standards. Sue Paton, Sales and Commercial Director of Morgan Marine, who design, engineer and manufacture security housings from their Carmarthenshire HQ, alongside a wide range of LPCB accredited product such as doors, access covers, barsets and cages for the utilities industries, says: “Much work has been done across Britain to bring our water infrastructure up to date. “But of course […]

Veracity forecasts significant growth in Middle East region. A sharp increase in RFQs asking for COLDSTORE™ video storage solutions reflects its suitability for Middle East projects Prestwick, 17th January 2017 – Veracity, a leading provider of innovative, intelligent solutions that solve real-world IP video challenges in transmission, storage and display, reflects its significant growth in the Middle East by announcing an enlarged company stand at this year’s show in Dubai. Veracity has seen considerable growth in 2016 across not only the Middle East but also Africa, India and Sri Lanka and will be demonstrating its portfolio of innovative Transmission and Storage products with 3 key partners during Intersec, which runs from 22nd to 24th of January at the Dubai World Trade Centre. Veracity products will be showcased at the company stand (SA-H24), Mayflex (SA-D18), Norbain (North Hall, 2-C32) and also with Veracity’s storage systems marketing partner, Hanwha Techwin (S1-J26). Veracity products on show include COLDSTORE™, an innovative solution for video surveillance storage requiring long term retention with the highest levels of reliability. The revolutionary sequential storage system delivers much higher disk reliability, offers a 90% power saving over equivalent RAID-based systems, long life time and lower total cost of ownership, […]

How do you communicate? Communications is vital to our everyday lives, and there are so many ways in which we do it: voice, text, email, tweets, pokes, VIBER, Tikl, WhatsApp, BBM the list is virtually endless.  So much do we take the ability to communicate for granted, that it is often overlooked in the planning phase of operations where, in reality, it should take centre stage. Take the military scenario as an example.  When an operation begins, the very first thing that will be established is a communications link between the front line and those directing operations.  Without it the commanders can neither issue instructions to their forces, nor receive intelligence feedback; without communications they are deaf, dumb, blind and vulnerable and this is true for every other situation from the Boardroom to the Ops Room. When planning an operation in a hostile environment communications takes priority because we expect to have to provide it for ourselves, and this mind-set should be extended to any environment friendly or hostile: sadly that doesn’t always happen and many an operation in a sleepy, leafy suburb has floundered for this very reason. So what are some of the things we should consider from […]

Innovative is going to be present at Skydd and Säkerhet 2017, a meeting place for anyone involved with safety technology for the physical protection, such as alarm systems of various types, access control and video surveillance, but also in fire protection and personal protection. Visit us at our stand F40 and discover the advantages of our integrated task & incident management software platform: Optimise management of incidents, alarms, tasks and resources Integrate communication from data, voice, IP and video Automatically assign tasks to the right resources via secure app Overview of task progress and incident status Real-time location of guards and resources Swift and precise communication with guards, staff, vehicles and mobile devices Document all tasks and incidents ang generate customisable reports Big Data for enhanced planning and decision making Ensure a correct, efficient and consistent operation of all security procedures Ensuring top level security, compliance and efficiency Experience the newest features of ISM: New and enhanced handling instructions Advanced alarm handling: multiple operators can handle the same alarm, which can now contain attached files: images, videos or documents New Map Service – hosted or locally Indoor positioning via integration with Cisco Mobility Services Engine (MSE) Geofences Microsoft SQL database […]

Innovative Business Software A/S announces a product name change of its incident management platform, formerly known as interVIEW, to Innovative Security Manager™ (ISM). In alignment with the adoption of the new product name, the company launches a new website. New name – new possibilities The new product name, Innovative Security Manager™, provides a better picture of Innovative’s solution and conveys its value as a fully integrated security management platform. “The incorporation of many new and advanced features in our standard product, has resulted in a product that not only supports alarm reception, but which is a fully integrated digital platform for managing security activities in a broader sense”, explains Jens Middelbo Outzen, CEO at Innovative. “It opens new possibilities for use, both for our existing customers and for new customers with high demands for control of the security situation. We have therefore decided to change our product name to a more meaningful name to better align with the broad functionality of the product”. A unique opportunity to put even more focus on development Customers and partners will continue to enjoy the same quality of our products. “The extended functionalities of ISM mean that we approach new customer segments, which has […]

Redvision, the UK’s leading manufacturer of high-performance, rugged CCTV cameras has launched the Redvision VEGA™ 2010, rugged camera housing for tough, hazardous or corrosive, outdoor surveillance applications. The VEGA™ 2010 will house fixed camera and lens combinations, up to 290mm in length, offering protection from dirt, moisture and dust ingress. It is cable-managed, with a built-in junction box, making it simple to install and vandal-resistant. It is also symmetrical, so it can be pendent or pedestal mounted, to ceilings, walls and soffits. Paul Hucker, director at Redvision, explains, “The VEGA™ 2010 housing is like a fixed camera version of our well-established, VOLANT and X-SERIES rugged, PTZ cameras. It includes identical features, like an optically-correct, toughened glass, camera window; a wiper to remove dirt and moisture; and rugged, die-cast aluminum construction. It will be closely followed by the VEGA 2050 range, where 2MP, 4MP and thermal cameras options will be built in. The Redvision VEGA™ camera window has an optional Tru-park, silicon wiper to remove dirt and water which, when not in use, is concealed behind the housing’s front bezel. The VEGA™ includes a CHAT™ interface board for power, audio, washer and wiper control, using the universal, Pelco telemetry protocol. If […]

Doors.NET™ Software and NXT Family of TCP/IP-based Access Control Components. Today’s business has become increasingly IT-centric and Keri Systems is ready to provide you with vital access control tools to safeguard your facility. Sophisticated embedded Ethernet-based access controllers (no LAN adapters) that hang right on the network Managed by Doors.NET – SQL-based, Client/server Software, providing multiple concurrent sites, with no third-party client license fees NXT-4-wire readers are fully supervised with encrypted data between cards/readers Network Appliance architecture utilizing 2 or 4 door panels, coupled with optional interface boards for I/O and industry-standard reader formats 50,000 card holders per controller, thousands of doors per system Secure Client/server architecture Utilizes existing networks or dedicated CAT-5 cabling Totally “Flash” programmable and re-programmable Optional I/O expansion with powerful, logical functions in Doors.NET Software Supports 1 button auto-configuration process with embedded MAC address Standard 4-pin block and RJ connection to Ethernet

With this package you get one of our new Back2you GPS Kid Tracker complete with active SIM card so the device is ready to go out of the box! GPS Kid Tracker Features: Get the location of the tracker with a single, simple text message. Ideal for Young Children or Teenagers. Pre-installed activated SIM card works worldwide. No hidden extras, you only pay the price of the text/call. Lanyard included so you can keep safe around the neck. Docking station allows for easy charging. Includes everything you need to get up and running quickly. Track using your mobile phone. Fall alarm to alert you if an accident has occurred. 2 way voice calling to allow you to talk to the wearer. Optional Live realtime online tracking. Available in Pink & Blue – See more at: http://www.back2you.com/kid-tracker.html#sthash.TnHMkVOc.dpuf Other items Vehicle GPS Trackers Boat GPS Trackers Gallery        

Redvision announces the integration of its RV30™ cameras with Meyertech’s user-friendly, FUSION Eclipse VMS. Operators can take full advantage of advanced RV30™ camera functionality, including variable speed PTZ operation, with minimal joy-stick latency, which uses either mouse or Meyertech’s ZoneVu keyboards. Additionally, the RV30™ wiper, IR and white light illumination switching or scheduling are enabled, with multiple pre-sets, tours and absolute dome positioning. Full HD video stream recording, with lower resolution sub-streams is also available for efficient, remote control, display and transmission. Joshua Hughes, Marketing Manager at Meyertech, stated. “Meyertech’s FUSION Eclipse is a scalable VMS with flexible, multi-media display, storage, operator and channel expansion options, evolving as site requirements develop. Alongside its capability, FUSION Eclipse has the simplest and easiest VMS user interface available today. Meyertech customers, who operate in public space, retail, transport, MoD, custodial, education, stadia and industrial markets, can now include RV30™ rugged cameras in their systems.” Dermot Grace, managing director of UK manufacturer, Redvision, added, “Redvision produces 1080p and 720p resolution models of the RV30™ X-SERIES™ rugged PTZ camera range. The 1080p model will view events at distances of 120 metres, with operators identifying people at 40m. The 720p model, although lower resolution, has a […]

Secure Mobile Phones – an affordable solution. We are often asked to advise clients on which is the best system to ensure secure communications when using their mobile or desk based telephones. The selection is difficult, and there are as many pitfalls as there are choices. Many options are simply not as secure as they claim to be, others skirt round the security issues present when using third party servers for traffic routing and key identification. You are unlikely to be told that the ‘secure voice’ app you downloaded is only really as secure as the device onto which it is loaded, and as if this is not enough, the price is often the key decider, with many of the better solutions being simply too expensive. But that has now changed. In association with 5Pro Software, G6 has launched the LYNX7 secure voice service. This system is fully secure using the latest in encryption and protection techniques. We guarantee never to use 3rd party servers for any part of the call set-up or routing and all LYNX7 devices are fully hardened to ensure that Trojans, Viruses and Spyware simply cannot find their way onto the terminal. The LYNX7 Subscription Service […]

New incident & task management system for Security Operations Centres launches at Copenhagen Airport. The Danish company Innovative has provided the Security Operations Centre (SOC) at Copenhagen Airport (CPH), Denmark, with a highly advanced integrated alarm, incident & task management platform – Innovative Security Manager™ (ISM). The new versatile solution establishes the best operational overview in real-time, optimises alarm handling, incident and resource management through highly automated task registration, efficient resource allocation and execution, automated documentation and data collection for enhanced planning. The ISM integrated platform has been developed to improve incident and site security management across a broad range of industries where having a complete overview of the security situation is paramount, such as police forces, fire departments, military facilities, private security companies, prisons, industrial compounds, university campuses and similar gated, closed areas or properties requiring high level security.

Morgan Marine is delighted to launch the first GRP 1 hour fire rated LPCB Fire Safety Enclosure The company has a well-established reputation for leading the field in Research and Development within the industry and this latest product heads a long line of firsts for the company. They will also unveil the Herculouvre SR2 and SR3 fully-louvred doors at this year’s event. These include the first one and two-hour fire rated fire safety enclosures tested independently under load bearing circumstances and also the first in the world to successfully put a GRP construction through the vigorous LPCB physical security testing. Sue Paton, Morgan Marine’s Sales and Commercial Director, said of the innovation: “We are keenly aware that the security needs of our clients across the utilities, rail, construction and nuclear sectors are always evolving, so our minds are focused upon developing the most robust security products to meet these shifting needs. “As part of this ongoing programme we have also launched new LPCB single and multi leaf access covers to our range in recent months. “The new Trojan LPCB SR3 and 4 single and multi leaf access covers are particularly valuable to clients in the water sectors by helping to […]

Mayflex Enhances XTRA Online Ordering System. XTRA is the partner area of the Mayflex website that allows any account customers to view their pricing, place orders and check stock availability.  Orders can be placed up until 8.00 p.m. on the evening for next day free delivery to the UK mainland. New developments to XTRA include Mayflex QuickEDI where customers can upload a list of product codes and the quantities required to create their order. Customers can now view and convert quotes to orders, change baskets to quotations (which will also hold the pricing for 30 days) at the touch of a button, and new omnichannel functionality enables them to switch channels at any stage of the ordering process so that Mayflex’s sales teams can modify a customer’s basket over the phone if assistance is required. Tracey Calcutt, Marketing Manager, commented ‘At its heart e-commerce is about putting customers first, empowering them and giving them the best experience and choice possible. Since launching our mobile friendly site in September 2016, we’ve continued to develop the user experience and we’ve talked and listened to our customers to get their feedback.  These latest enhancements to XTRA mean that the site is not only […]

Veracity releases new plug-in for qulu 2.5 VMS connection to COLDSTORE™. Veracity’s high-capacity video storage solution provides a seamless experience when using qulu VMS by Vista Prestwick, 21st September 2016 – Veracity, a leading provider of innovative, intelligent solutions that solve real-world IP video challenges in transmission, storage and display, has released the latest update for its qulu plug-in, providing tight integration with COLDSTORE as either the main, or back-up, storage. Available now from Veracity and Vista, the qulu 2.5 plug-in provides support for full play, fast wind/rewind and synchronised playback as well as full export in this very efficient integration. Installers and administrators can configure the qulu VMS to use COLDSTORE in exactly the same way as any external storage, including storage alerts delivered by email if required, providing a seamless integration experience. Our detailed integration guide explains the plug-in installation and how to optimise qulu to gain the full benefits of COLDSTORE, whilst a comprehensive setup and diagnostic COLDSTORE administration application, SITESCAPE™, is also available for download.

A rubbish dumper caught at a fly-tipping trouble spot was left with an £854 bill and told to use the council-run recycling centre which is ‘a lot cheaper’. Mahroof Madasar appeared in Nottingham Magistrates Court after he was been spotted on CCTV dumping waste at a car park Colwick Crossings. The 33-year-old, of Port Arthur Road, Sneinton, told the court he is now aware of the recycling centre on Redfield Road in Lenton. Presiding magistrate Stephen Dowling said: “We are proud of our city. This sort of thing is an awful problem and the city of Nottingham has its share of it. You have caused it this time.” The JP then asked him: “Are you aware of the household recycling site on Redfield Road? It’s a lot cheaper.” Madasar replied: “Definitely. I knew nothing at the time and have now found it is available.” He was fined £100 but must also pay Nottingham City Council’s costs of £734 plus a £20 government surcharge. The hearing was told that four bags of household rubbish were left in a corner of the car park at 10.32pm on April 3, 2016. Tamazin Wilson, prosecuting, said: “It is a fly tipping hotspot and the […]

Security Protection dogs for high profile events, VIPs and facilities VIPs, high profile events, construction sites, film/tv sets, recycling centres, just to list a number of areas we are available for deployment. Trained to the highest standards of operational protection and for deployment specifically in your areas, we provide dogs and handlers solely for the purpose of high profile and high value guarding. Our ability to deploy on a minimum notice, short-term basis anywhere in the UK means that our dog teams are used by a number of blue chip companies, public and private events and alongside existing security providers. Our 360º service – the complete package. Fully equipped operational vehicles with some of the most up to date equipment to protect both dog and handler. Our  security/protection teams can be used in conjunction with your current security or alongside any of our other services. As backup or part of the main operational deployment, we offer you a 360º detection and protection service second to none. On arrival at any deployment, you can be sure that all our dogs and handlers will offer a complete and professional service for the duration of the operational order. For further information on our […]

Mayflex and MOBOTIX Team up for Cyber Security Road Shows. January 2018, Mayflex, the distributor of Converged IP Solutions, is working with MOBOTIX to deliver an informative series of road shows that look at the Importance of Cyber Security in Video Surveillance Systems. The Mayflex and MOBOTIX teams will work side by side to deliver these sessions at Mayflex offices towards the end of February in Birmingham, London and Scotland. These sessions will provide delegates with updates on how MOBOTIX an industry leader within digital surveillance is addressing the increasing risks of disruption or exploitation from criminal or terrorist attacks to security systems. The session will also look at the key product features that can help minimise these risks and other significant benefits of working with MOBOTIX and Mayflex. Steve Proctor, Director of Sales, Security at Mayflex comments, “At the end of last year we announced an exclusive distribution agreement with MOBOTIX for the UK. We are working closely with MOBOTIX to ensure that our customers are kept up to date with the latest MOBOTIX product and industry news. A quick and easy way to reach a wide audience is via a series of short and educational regional roadshows.” Steve […]

New York, NY, (November 15, 2017) – Morse Watchmans, a world leader in security management systems, will showcase its award-winning KeyWatcher® Touch system at ISC East (booth #341), November 15-16, 2017 at the Jacob Javits Convention Center in New York City. The KeyWatcher Touch is a scalable key control and management solution with easy to use, time-saving features. At ISC East, Morse Watchmans will be demonstrating the unique functionality and features of the product. Some of the features attendees will see at the show include: KeyAnywhere, which enables users to return a key to any KeyWatcher in an enterprise, the ability to record each transaction for system administrators to review via email or SMS notification (via TrueTouch software and offering the KeyWatcher Server as the primary interface for the client software and database maintenance), improved integration capabilities and the patented SmartKey system. The modular design and full scalability of the KeyWatcher Touch will also be presented. The KeyWatcher Touch is engineered around a CPU board with a built-in SD card slot, USB connectivity, 100/1000 Ethernet and audio output jack. Convenient user features include access via a new optical fingerprint reader and card reader (complete with alarm and access control integration […]

Mayflex and Dahua to deliver technology roadshows. February 2018, Mayflex, the distributor of Converged IP Solutions, is working with Dahua Technology to deliver an informative series of short seminars that will look at providing an update on their latest product range with live demonstrations. Each session will also look into system/network design, bandwidth and storage, selecting the appropriate products to meet individual user requirements and how to maximise the key features and benefits, helping delegates to position and sell Dahua. Delegates will also have the opportunity to take a short tour of the M-Tech product demonstration suite located at each of the venues. The tour taking place at the Mayflex HQ in Birmingham will also include the specialist support services facility where a range of services are conducted including the pre-staging of IP devices, product labelling and the pre-termination of copper and fibre products. The Mayflex and Dahua teams will work together to deliver these sessions at Mayflex offices in Birmingham and Scotland during March and St Neots, Cambridgeshire in May. Steve Proctor, Director of Sales, Security at Mayflex comments, “Mayflex is committed to regularly providing the latest product updates and information to its customer base. Delivering informative seminars that […]

SONDERBORG Fire and Rescue is Running on ISM. The new control room is organised around ISM, as their new platform for receiving and managing fire and burglar alarms, emergency calls and dispatch of personnel and vehicles. Sønderborg Fire and Rescue (Denmark) has chosen to build its own control room, after having outsourced alarm reception and handling to the neighbouring fire department for many years. The new shared control room is built around Innovative Security Manager™ as a new platform for receiving fire and burglar alarms, emergency calls and dispatch of personnel and vehicles. Sønderborg Brand & Rescue is responsible for both preventive and operational efforts, including the municipality’s risk management and insurance department, as well as the control room and the performing part of the parking control south. Gallery

Suprema, a global leader in biometrics and security, announced that the company launches FaceStation 2 the world’s fastest and most advanced face recognition terminal technology at ISC West 2017. At the show, Suprema launches FaceStation 2, the company’s the latest and flagship face recognition terminal which is designed for use in access control and time & attendance applications. The new FaceStation 2 is loaded with Suprema’s latest face recognition technology providing the world’s best performance in terms of matching speed, user capacity and operating illuminance. On the biometric side, the new technology performs fast face matching of 3,000 matches per second, which makes FaceStion 2 the world’s fastest facial recognition terminal to the date. Suprema’s new face recognition technology has been improved by enhanced algorithm, new optical structure and class leading 1.4GHz quad-core CPU. As a result, matching speed has been improved by 300% than the FaceStation, its predecessor. On the optical side, the new face recognition technology now overcomes possible interference from dynamic lighting conditions including sunlight and ambient light. The new technology now allows greater range of operating illuminance from zero lux to 25,000 lux which covers almost every possible lighting conditions regardless of indoor or outdoor, day […]

Criminals hate lights. It probably has something to do with the fact that they think they’ll get caught. In well-lit areas, there is certainly a higher probability that someone will notice their presence, unwanted activity and report it. After all, that’s what lighting is all about – the ability to assess behavior. If lighting in an area is good then there is a higher probability that people will frequent the space, not because they can see (although helpful) but because they feel safe. Criminals activity can be effectively reduced and deterred through a process called Crime Prevention through Environmental Design (CPTED). CPTED is not new; it’s been around since the early 90s. What is new is the effective use of lighting in influencing behaviors. Recent research shows us that “our caveman instincts” can be influenced to a significant degree by the amount of luminosity in our surrounding environment. Natural light tells us when to sleep, wake-up and eat. Artificial lighting can change that to some degree, so we stay up later than we should. It can even affect our mood and change our behavior. Why do you think high end restaurants are dimly lit. It’s not because they don’t want […]

Glass has cemented itself as the architects’ medium of choice. Renzo Piano’s majestic ‘Shard’ in London is Europe’s tallest building and the envelope continues to be well and truly pushed elsewhere around the globe in pursuit of construction utopia. Whilst designed to be aesthetically pleasing and more environmentally efficient, modern office blocks and other notable public buildings, shrouded in vast, architect-inspired expanses of glass, still remain vulnerable in the event of a terrorist attack. Buildings with significant areas of unprotected glass and there are hundreds just in London alone, pose a dangerous risk to life in the event of a bomb blast. According to London based secure glazing and counter-terror buildings specialist, Advanced Glass Technology, at least half of all flat glass in the City is unprotected. Continuing high threat levels across Europe mean that investment in protecting personnel and infrastructure should be a major priority for property owners and facilities managers in urban areas. Having delivered a number of building protection projects in the capital as well as in the Middle East over the past 15 years, AGT is urging property owners to ensure adequate measures are in place, as part of their Corporate Social Responsibility, to mitigate the […]

Redvision will formally launch Redvision’s ground-breaking VOLANT™ rugged PTZ camera at IFSEC 2017, stand D1150. The VOLANT™ is the fastest, quietest and most accurate PTZ camera in the industry and will be exhibited alongside the new VEGA™ rugged camera enclosure. Redvision will also be showcasing the company’s well-established, X-SERIES™ rugged PTZ dome cameras. Redvision’s VOLANT™ incorporates many of the design features of its successful X-SERIES™. It has a durable, die-cast aluminium body for rugged, outdoor operation; a flat, optically-correct, toughened glass camera window with wiper to remove dirt and water; and a camera design allowing viewing vertically downwards when mounted on a pole or column. It is IP68 weather-proof rated; IK10 shock and vandal resistance rated; and passes IEC vibration, shock and salt spray compliance requirements. The VOLANT™ uses Infinity™ direct drive, brushless DC motors for fast, accurate and silent operation and highly flexible, continuous rotation in both its pan and tilt axis. It will silently pan at 420°/second to a pre-set, or move extremely slowly to track a target or person at 300m. The Infinity™ motors deliver minimal latency and military-level, positional accuracy, repeatable to 0.01°. If the VOLANT™ is knocked or moved out of position, its positional intelligence […]

A Master NTP Server that saves time and money. Network Time Synchronization is important: every aspect of maintaining an IT or security surveillance network requires accurate knowledge of when events have happened. If you were to assume that the little clock on the bottom right hand corner of your screen was inherently accurate you would be sadly disappointed. Many clocks which support network devices, IT servers or workstations are rarely checked after an initial manual setup, and backed-up by a battery-based, clock-calendar programme that has no capacity for negating time drift which can sometimes amount to 1 second per day and perhaps minutes, or hours, over longer periods. Considering that DVR and NVR systems should run unattended for months, or years, to allow this to happen in an environment where the veracity of evidential data requires accurate time-stamping is not appropriate. Trying to accurately match time logs between IP devices on a network without synchronised time is a challenge, perhaps impossible, as this is the only frame of reference between all IP devices. Implications exist when time is mis-matched: financial services may be legally required to demonstrate accurate timekeeping; security breaches and CCTV data must match timestamps to be effective. […]

Here at Back 2 You we stock a fantastic range of vehicle GPS tracking systems at competitive prices so whatever your budget you’ll find the perfect device with us. Vehicles are a huge investment whether they are for personal or commercial use, thousands of cars are stolen every single year and in many cases by the the time the theft becomes apparent it is too late, a vehicle GPS tracking device allows you to keep a close eye on your car, van or motorbike’s position 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, so if the worst should happen your vehicle can be quickly and easily located. We utilise the latest technology to ensure all of our vehicle GPS trackers are both as accurate and as durable as possible so they are fully equipped to withstand any environment for your peace of mind. GPS car trackers aren’t just ideal for for crime prevention, they also help you keep track of any vehicle you own so you know they are being treated with care and respect. With us you get premium quality trackers as well as second to none technical support so you can rely on us to be on hand […]

interVIEW is an integrated incident management software system, which can receive alarms and signals from a wide range of disparate systems and present them in one single solution. interVIEW is used by Alarm Receiving Centres (ARCs)/Alarm Monitoring Stations (AMSs), Public Emergency Management Agencies and Law Enforcement Agencies around the world to monitor and handle incidents/alarms from fire and intrusion panels, terminals, elevators and mobile devices. Alarm Monitoring Software and Alarm Receivers interVIEW can receive any kind of signal by integrating to alarm receivers. This makes interVIEW capable of monitoring alarms from industrial facilities, residentials, public facilities etc. Any alarm type – any alarm system – any transmission type interVIEW Alarm Monitoring Software at Alarm Receiving Centres interVIEW is a scalable software for monitoring alarms at ARCs and AMSs all over the world with special attention to: Security – Scalability – Flexibility – Industrial standards – Incident Management Increased efficiency for monitoring alarms with interVIEW automation software interVIEW is a unified alarm automation software that monitors signals from different systems, but the alarms are displayed identically on screen. This identical alarm handling process allows the operator at the ARC/AMS to react quickly and correctly – every time.

August 2017, Mayflex the distributor of Converged IP Solutions has appointed a new Account Manager to manage and develop accounts in the South East, Home Counties and London regions with a specific focus on the security product portfolio as part of the converged solution. John Symons joined the business on 1st August and comes to Mayflex from a security distribution background so is familiar with the business model used by Mayflex to reach the market and its customer base. John’s career background is largely security based and has encompassed a variety of responsibilities including business development, field sales and account management, all of which have equipped him with an excellent foundation for the role he has undertaken with Mayflex. Andrew Percival, Managing Director of Mayflex commented, “These are exciting times for Mayflex, we continue to enhance our workforce to allow us to keep pace with the rate that our business is growing and expanding. Our converged product portfolio continues to develop, along with the introduction of new initiatives within the business to make a customer’s experience of dealing with Mayflex not just a good one but a great one.” Andrew continued, “Getting John on board will provide both existing and […]

High quality fingerprint readers in small, sleek, and attractive packages BioSync Fingerprint Reader Available in fingerprint-only, fingerprint+ card, and fingerprint + PIN Card reader models available with Keri NXT + HID 125 KHz Proximity or MIFARE/DESFire capabilities Stores up to 9500 fingerprint templates Multi-color LED bar to indicate access status Compatible with Keri’s NXT Controllers and PXL-500W Tiger Controller Industry standard Wiegand output for compatibility with most 3rd party access control systems Keri’s BioSync™ Readers provide reliable ­ fingerprint reading in attractive and unobtrusive packages. Readers are available in ­ fingerprint -only, ­ fingerprint + card, and ­ fingerprint + keypad versions. Typically used in higher security applications, they can be used either for primary user identification (­ fingerprint -only) or for secondary veri­fication based on initial use of a card or PIN. BioSync Readers are compatible with Keri’s NXT controllers with an NXT-WI Wiegand Interface, PXL-500W Tiger Controller, and 3rd party controllers that accept Wiegand-type readers. The readers contain an internal beeper and an LED bar to indicate fingerprint accepted and access granted/denied status for user feedback. Keypad and Card models may be used outdoors with appropriate covers. Fingerprint template sharing between readers is done using RS-485 networking, with […]

NOMAD Multicam HD The NOMAD Multicam HD has recently become available within the redeployable surveillance market. The unit comprises of 3 x 2 mega-pixel, PTZ cameras with full Infra-red as an option. There is also a downward facing HD Bullet camera for self-preservation surveillance. The 8Tb Hard Drive allows for 24/7 recording at 1080p for a period of over 30 days. The Router allows for Wi-Fi and 4G transmission. The NOMAD Multicam HD IR is capable of capturing Number Plate information on a moving vehicle at a range of 80+ metres is complete darkness (without the use of ANPR). 20x zoom capability is available on request. The latest success of the NOMAD system has come within London. The London Borough of Enfield have been successfully using the NOMAD systems to capture and prosecute environmental criminals. Using our Number Plate Capture system, they were able to identify the driver, the passenger and the number plate of the vehicle, all in the cover of night time. Gallery  

Want to Sell More Safes this Month – Act Now. Traditionally many government subsidised or fully funded authorities are provided with an annual budget that runs from 1st April to 31st March. This means that they often try to ensure every penny of their budget for the current financial year is spent by the end of March, to make sure that their budget is fully replenished for the following financial year. So, if you are a supplier to the public sector then let these customers know that they can buy Phoenix Safes from you. Products such as our Fire Ranger FS1510 Series Fire Cupboards and the FS2250 Series World Class Vertical Fire Files sell fast in March as they provide large storage capacities for the protection of paper records. These kinds of products are ideal for the ‘Budget Burn’ that many of these organisations do in March. Gallery

A modular, complete integrated security management platform with recording and storage components Veracity, a leading provider of innovative and intelligent solutions that solve real-world challenges in IP video systems, is launching a new suite of products at ISC West 2017 which neatly brings together the three cornerstones of its successful business: IP transmission, storage and display. Following on from its acquisition of security Command & Control software manufacturer icomply Ltd, Veracity will be launching VIEWSCAPE Pro™, an integrated security management platform which brings together new and legacy third-party video recording systems and combines them with other security systems such as access control, LPR, guard tours and building management. This provides a unified and coherent system for management and control of single or multiple sites, allowing system operators to be far more efficient in responding to incidents. VIEWSCAPE Pro is fully integrated with Veracity’s TRINITY™ direct-to-storage system and, fundamental to that, the advanced COLDSTORE™ surveillance storage system. It also features a full video and media wall display option which can be reconfigured on-the-fly and in response to specific incidents or emergency situations. Live views may be mixed with playback and media streams such as broadcast news, online data streams, maps or […]

USB-PEN : multi-ISO USB pen reader The new multi-functional multi-ISO USB pen reader from ProxTech International is a useful alternative for standard desktop readers. Easy to pack and carry around – it’s all in a single USB stick – this new USB pen reader provides all the intelligence and control functions to support the most common ISO14443A/B, ISO15693 and NFC transponders, including MIFARE (Classic, Ultralight, DESFire, Plus), Legic prime & advant, NFC, HID iClass, Sony Felica and many more. Similar Products: Reader Mini – A standard in RFID readers. ProxLine Mini and Mini/K are available for EM4102, Hitag, MIFARE or Legic technology and can be supplied with a wide selection of output interfaces, such as Wiegand, Clock&Data, TTL, RS232 or RS485. Designed for mullion mount. Reader PREMIUM, Reader MCR & MCR/K, Reader Nova, Reader Desktop Gallery

Security Drivers International are proud to introduce 3 specialist security driving courses. We have designed unique programmes to create the next generation of security professionals. Company Background: We’ve been offering high-value asset transportation and VIP Chauffeur services since 1995. We have an expert team of drivers, custom vehicles and an enviable client list. Course Details: Our experienced course providers help pupils gain internationally-recognised qualifications. Courses can include a session at a skid pan, where we teach about car safety systems. This allows students to hone their car-control skills in a safe learning environment. We tailor every course to the student’s personal needs. Each pupil will get the undivided attention of a highly-qualified professional instructor. For more information on the courses available, visit our website: https://www.securitydrivers.co.uk/content/security-driver-training Gallery

UV Protection Film AGT’s anti-UV film blocks 99% of the harmful effects of the sun’s ultra violet light and will protect furnishings, artwork, paintings, carpets and floors against fading. Many grand and historical properties, museums, galleries, and retail furniture shops have protected their property against this unseen (until it’s too late) damaging piece of light. This product is also recommended for use by sufferers of a range of UV exacerbated skin disorders. Guarantee All AGT’s internally fitted films are guaranteed against, delamination, cracking or adhesive failure for a period of 10 years. Other Products and Services Anti Shatter Film , Solar Control Film Gallery