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15th September 2010 Issue no. 41
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With the new security calculator customers no longer need any codes and the system offers 100% correct codes. Furthermore, older Ford vehicles used a 10 minute countdown before the keys can be programmed, this system has been bypassed on many vehicles making the key programming instant. The security calculator is available at a cost of £79 and there is a generous upgrade opportunity for users of the older AD100 & MVP. Contact Hickleys on 01823 328532 Honeywell launches ultra compact seismic sensor
Infinova cameras with video analytics counter terrorist threat at 22 airports in India
Airport authorities in India selected Infinova surveillance cameras integrated with Videonetics Intelligent Video Management Server System (IVMS) software to combat terrorism and increase security Joystick Interface for Master Lock padlocks
The locks come with faceplates (letters, numbers, colors, shapes and symbols) that can take the place of the arrows.
Vicon introduce high security cell camera
Portable and robust key cutting machine
Lock out intruders with ERA's new Locking Door Chain
Complete range of H.264 DVRs from Samsung
23 - 25 November, Bombay Exhibition Centre, Mumbai Now in its fourth year, IFSEC India, India's largest international exhibition for commercial homeland security and fire technology, is set to take place from 23-25 November 2010 at Bombay Exhibition Centre, Mumbai. Co-located with Homeland Security India and Firex India and produced in association with the Asian Professional Security Association, India Chapter, IFSEC India has been a resounding success since its launch in 2007 attracting an annual attendance of more than 11,000. |
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- Mul-T-Lock codes its handles - Yet another product launch from Samsung. This time it's entry level surveillance cameras - Paxton Access works out at the 24 hour Gym - Locksmith has to open security van - Budget for London Olympic Games security under increasing pressure - Milestone covers all the bases for retail security at Goodwill - Lishi to sponsor the Auto Lock Convention in Manchester - Mr Li to hold tutorial sessions - LEGIC distribution partnership brings the latest lock technology to China - Sheffield University chooses Raytec to enhance security on campus Don't forget - if you tell us about your own products, interesting installations, amusing stories, charity support or promotional activities - we'll tell everyone else for you. Click the newsdesk email link here News What an exciting week it's been for us! Our new monthly magazine Locks and Security Monthly edited by Mick Friend is OUT NOW. If you haven't got your copy uh! oh! you'll need to make sure that you register to receive it in future. So don't miss out - it's FREE. For those who did take the trouble to sign up, we're running a little competition to see if you can spot the deliberate mistake somewhere in the magazine. The first three correct entries will get something very special from us as a reward for being so eagle-eyed! It is often said that good marketers can always spot a good opportunity, so let's put them to the test. if you spot the mistake you'll certainly deserve your prize! Send an email to Mick by clicking his name above and pointing out the error. That'll teach him! This Week's News
Code-It is designed to enable conveniently controlled access to a door, without the need for any secondary locking unit and is ideal for offices, storage cupboards or areas where sensitive or hazardous items are kept. Locksmith called to security van A locksmith had to be called to a security van outside Lloyds Bank; it was believed the G4 van's crew were trapped inside. One witness said of the incident: "I saw a man trying to drill the door lock out. The auto alarm had gone off saying 'help we are being robbed please call the police'. And police had to direct traffic as an elderly woman collapsed on a pedestrian crossing. "I thought it was odd because the policeman was standing right next to the van where he was directing the traffic." Full StoryLishi to Sponsor the International Auto Locksmith Convention 2010 This year Lishi will be the sponsor of the International Auto Locksmith Convention at the Manchester Airport Hilton over the weekend of the 6th and 7th of November 2010, and with a magical theme, they have a few tricks up their sleeves! Distributor Tradelocks are delighted to announce that Mr Li, founder of the Lishi Brand, will be visiting from China to lead Auto Lock Picking training classes throughout the event. Chris Belcher will also be present, offering Auto Chubb AVA pick and decoder training sessions, so register now and come and find Tradelocks and Lishi at Stand J1! Mr Li will also be running 6 Tutorial Sessions from Monday 8th November to Wednesday 10th November 2010 at The Reebok Conference Centre in Bolton for all locksmiths who aren’t members of the ALA, MLA or ELF. Paxton's Vandal Resistant Metal Keypad Hangs Tough at The Gym!
All day, every day, gym members can access the premises using an eight digit PIN code they receive when they join The Gym online. This means that The Gym is constantly accessible, even after staff have gone home. New entry level network surveillance cameras from Samsung
Despite being extremely competitively priced, the SNB-1000 and SND-1010, which are part of Samsung fast growing iPOLiS network camera and dome range, incorporate all of the features demanded by today's video over IP installations. A multiple codec, for example, enables the simultaneous multi-streaming of video using H.264, MPEG4 or MJPEG compression. Real time monitoring, high quality or high efficiency recording, mobile monitoring and e-mail on alarm can all therefore be achieved at the same time. London Olympic Games security under pressure of budget cuts London officials believe the £600 million earmarked for security at the 2012 Olympics may be insufficient to provide a safe and secure Games, according to an article in the The Daily Telegraph Security planners for the Olympic Games have been working on the premise of a severe level of threat, meaning an attack is likely. Full StoryLEGIC advant based electronic locking and access systems for China
Sheffield University makes savings with Raytec White-Light
The University of Sheffield has installed the latest energy-efficient White-Light LED technology from Raytec to achieve huge energy bill and CO2 savings. In a project handled by Clear Image, the University has chosen Raytec LED units for upgrades to improve security and ensure the safety of 25,000 students living on campus; providing a safe environment during the hours of darkness. "The University of Sheffield has a very strong commitment to reducing energy consumption and carbon footprint and we are always keen to look at new ways to reduce environmental impact, as well as costs," says Sheffield's Energy Manager, Phil Riley. "Choosing energy efficient outdoor LED lights rather than the more conventional energy-hungry, maintenance- intensive metal halide lights will reduce our energy consumption on these buildings by 63% and carbon emissions by over 22,000 kg pa." Locks and Security News Archive Search We keep an extensive archive of news stories and product information that have featured in past issues of Locks and Security News. If you would like to run a search of the Locks and Security News web site using the search tool below please just go ahead by entering in the name of the person, product or company or any other key words that you are looking for. News in Brief
AMG launches what is claimed to be the world's most sophisticated single channel transmitter that's as small as the palm of your hand; powerful Vision 5000 proves that size doesn't matter! The Vision 5000 series has been enhanced with additional transmission options. Users are said to be particularly impressed with the dimensions of the mini transmitter. In addition to high resolution video at 728 TV Lines the transmitter -which is as small as the size of your palm (55 x 55 x 26 mm) and weighing only 150g – can now achieve transmission distances in excess of 7 km on multimode fibre (Vision 5600) and more than 40 km with the Vision 5700 singlemode version. Codestuff has announced a distribution agreement with Controlware to offer the world’s first purpose-built touchscreen based CCTV monitoring, recording and management system to over 500 European channel partners. Quorum Touch is an innovative system for up to 16 cameras combining all the elements of a traditional CCTV system into a single, self-contained desktop device. How to contact us at Locks and Security News:
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Rogue 'locksmith' sentenced to four years behind bars In what was one of the worst cases of fraud Trading Standards have ever seen, former ‘locksmith’ Mark Makowski is facing the start of a four year sentence behind bars. As Westminster City Council, Westminster Trading Standards and the Master Locksmiths Association see their hard work in bringing the case to court, come to fruition. CBC's C-Allview cameras secure Heugh Gun Battery Museum's exhibits
Romad deliver a service for York Minster
Mul-T-Lock strengthens sales team to support locksmiths nationwide
Opening the door to fast track services
Yale's Pro-Key Dealer Day success
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