Geneva 2012 Vehicle Security

Whilst Geneva might not be one of the biggest shows, it is still considered one of the most important alongside the likes Paris, Frankfurt and Detroit, and 2012 was no different, with the world premières of several key new models taking place.
more

HSE-endorsed powered gate safety guide published by DHF

A comprehensive guide to powered gate safety has been published by the Door & Hardware Federation with the backing of the Health & Safety Executive. It has now been adopted as best practice technical guidance by Gate Safe, the industry-led campaign to improve automated gate safety. Gate Safe has been working with DHF on raising awareness of safety of automatic gates and was consulted in the development of the guidance.
more

Kentec protects magnificent Athens Metro Mall

Ninety Kentec addressable control panels are at the heart of a fire safety system installed at the magnificent Athens Metro Mall shopping mall above the Agios Dimitrios metro station, in the southern suburbs of Athens.
more

MagTek introduces iDynamoEMV, EMV Chip & PIN mobile payment terminal

MagTek Inc, a world class provider of card readers, cheque readers and scanners, PIN Pads, card issuing systems, and MagnePrint credential authentication technology introduces iDynamoEMV, a secure EMV Chip + PIN Mobile payment device. 
more

European Commission locks horns with Germany over data retention law

European Union regulators have warned Germany that it must implement the controversial Data Retention Directive within one month or face legal action and possible fines.

The Data Retention Directive requires EU member states to store vast amounts of telecommunications information, including data about email, phone calls and text messages, for law enforcement purposes.

The MiraClone has arrived

"The most advanced copying and eeprom programming device for keys and transponders, with more than 220 Eeprom modules", claim Lockdecoders.

MiraClone is said to be the most technologically advanced keys, transponder copying and programming device in the world. MiraClone with its advanced PC based software is a universal working platform for both locksmiths and autolocksmiths. The cloning functions make this the most suitable device for locksmiths and key cutters.
more

Drug smugglers' boats to be put to good use

Two boats, which were confiscated through the Proceeds of Crime Act, were presented by Kent Police to Kent Search and Rescue at the weekend.

On Sunday, 25 March 2012, officers from Kent Police attended a training day with Kent Search and Rescue at the Hop Farm, Paddock Wood. This event was the first official outing for the two rigid dinghies which were confiscated from convicted drugs smugglers.
more

MEL Warrior, a new high speed IR PTZ camera

MEL Secure Systems, the leading developer of surveillance and security solutions, has launched Warrior, a new high speed PTZ CCTV camera. It features a combination of wide and narrow beam LED infra-red (IR) illumination and 360 degree pan and tilt night vision to deliver class leading performance at ranges of up to 150 metres.

Uniquely, it is the only similarly specified camera to include a rain wiper blade as standard.
more

Bump Keys correction

The statement,

"A little bit of history, the patent for a 'bump key' was first registered in 1928. Then in the 1970's concerns were raised as to the security issues posed by 'bump keys'."

isn't quite correct.

George John Baron applied for a British patent in July 1925, which was granted (#251,810) shortly thereafter. Then, on August 23, 1927, he was granted U. S. patent #1,639,919 for the same "Locksmith's instrument to open all standard makes of cylinder locks."

Vaughan Armstrong, CMST, CML
Overseas Member, MLA

[email protected]

Custodial consultants get locked up

Consultants from Sussex-based c-hq security services who design prison and custodial installations found themselves on the wrong side of the bars in a fundraising jailbreak organised by Crimestoppers.

The jailbreak took place at the Old Police Cells Museum in Brighton, Sussex, and at the time of writing the event has raised £3,000 in total for the museum and for Crimestoppers which are both independent charities that rely on donations.
more

DHF spells out benefits of CE marked doorsets to architects and specifiers

The UK's leading doorset manufacturers are working closely with the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) to give architects and specifiers vital guidance on new CE mark legislation.

The Door & Hardware Federation (DHF) is pointing out the benefits of specifying doorsets that carry the CE mark. The Federation is also informing architects that from July 1, 2013 new legislation that governs CE marking of doorsets is coming into force.
more

Freedor's hospital appointment

Award winning Freedor, the world's first wireless, electrically powered free-swing door closer, is proving a great success at Trowbridge Community Hospital, where it's improving access for patients and staff using the hospital's Maternity, X-ray and Physiotherapy departments.

Project Manager Peter Scott says that during an initial trial Freedor proved so successful the Trust now plans to install the wireless, electrically powered free-swing door closers on fire doors in a number of the Trust's other sites.
more

Defence cuts: Security 'weakened' at Faslane after MoD axe 1,800 police

Security at the home of Britain's nuclear deterrent on the Clyde could be undermined after the Ministry of Defence yesterday announced that it was sacking 1,800 of its police, reports The Scotsman.

The MoD police are responsible for guarding Faslane - the home of Trident - and Coulport and other sensitive sites, and last night the SNP and Labour were demanding urgent clarification over where the axe will fall.

Newsdesk News

If you would like Locks and Security News to feature your product information, case studies, or company news, just email as above. Ideally a Word doc + jpeg images. Remember, we can take copy up to 5pm on any Tuesday for Wednesday transmission.

Want a link from Locks and Security News to your web site? Just ask for details.

The views or claims expressed by contributors do not necessarily reflect the views of the publisher. Whilst every effort is made to ensure accuracy, the publisher accepts no liability for errors in this publication.

John Austen
Publishing Director
Tel:07766 707 888