New phase of Vanderbilt SPC wireless devices aimed at installer convenience

Vanderbilt has announced new devices to complement the existing range of SPC Wireless system. The new range of devices include:
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New 'soft close' accessory added to Brio open bar rail 80 sliding door hardware

A new addition to the Brio barn door-style Open Rail 80 sliding door system is an easy-to-fit 'soft close' accessory, designed to allow for a smoother and softer closure. Hidden from view, the door hardware system comes with a left and right soft close.
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Commend and Hanwha Techwin technology partnership

The high level of interaction, now possible between Commend Intercom and Advanced Security Communication Systems and the Wisenet WAVE video management software platform, is helping users achieve a more efficient and safer environment.
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Cybersecurity Breaches to Increase Nearly 70% Over the Next 5 years

A new report from Juniper Research found that the cost of data breaches will rise from $3 trillion each year to over $5 trillion in 2024, an average annual growth of 11%. This will primarily be driven by increasing fines for data breaches as regulation tightens, as well as a greater proportion of business lost as enterprises become more dependent on the digital realm.
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Codelocks launches new mechanical lock with auto scrambling function

The KL20 KitLock by Codelocks offers keyless access for lockers, cabinets and cupboards. The KL20 is a robust coded lock that has auto scramble functionality for quick, convenient and secure access.
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Hanwha Techwin appoint UK Country Manager

Ben Speakman has been appointed UK Country Manager for Hanwha Techwin.

Ben, who until recently was Sales Director, UK North for Avigilon, is a seasoned sales professional who has worked within the electronic security industry for over 16 years.
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Mitie Security acquires Global Aware International Group

Mitie Security has acquired Global Aware International Group (GAIG), a leading provider of niche intelligent software and security solutions. This move further accelerates the growth of Mitie's premium technology-enabled and intelligence-led security solutions and bolsters its credentials in providing truly connected security services.
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Experts say key-copying kiosks pose security threat

Key-copying kiosks pose new threats to buildings that use electronic access cards, according to security experts. KeyMe, founded in 2012, has self-service kiosks located in retailers across the U.S. - including 7-Eleven, Bed Bath & Beyond, Safeway, Sears, Rite Aid and more. The company rolled out its machines as a cheap and easy way to copy brass keys.

Now, the company is expanding its machines capable of duplicating electronic keys - like RFID cards and fobs to offices, residential buildings and vehicles. It can also code the RFID key into a sticker. It cost a CBS News journalist just $25 to copy an apartment building key fob.

Success for Fullex electronic lock at MLA EXPO 2019

As one of the most recognised lock brands in the domestic and commercial market, Fullex was pleased to unveil its latest development - an electronic locking system, at this year's MLA Expo at The International Centre, Telford (4-6th October).

The exhibition presented a valuable opportunity to gauge the market's response to the prototype electronic lock, before its launch in January 2020. Aimed at standard multi-point locks requiring a lifting motion to lock the door, it is designed for new doors and retro-fitting into existing ones.
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ASSA ABLOY launches new intumescent kit to ensure fire door integrity

The ASSA ABLOY Door Hardware & Access Control Group is pleased to announce the launch of a new intumescent kit range, which ensures the integrity of a fire doorset is not compromised by morticed ironmongery. These new kits will be available for some of the brand's most popular CE marked locks, hinges and latches.

Morticing can cause hinges, locks, latches and concealed door closers to no longer meet the requirements for fire door safety.
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Introducing Wisenet WAVE 4.0 VMS

Hanwha Techwin has introduced a significantly updated version of its Wisenet WAVE Video Management Software (VMS) platform.

Packed with a long list of new features designed to improve the user experience, interoperability and cyber security, Wisenet WAVE 4.0 has an enhanced system architecture which ensures high availability and supports scalable deployments by allowing up to 100 servers to be merged into a single system.
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Mitie to provide nationwide security services for HMRC

- Mitie to deliver HMRC's first national contract for security services
- Technology-led approach will use Mitie's intelligence expertise, including the newly launched Global Security Operations Centre in Northampton
- Commitment to increase the number of ex-military personnel and apprentices working on the contract
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Allegion UK steps up to the challenge, raising awareness for fire safety

Allegion UK, a leading specialist in fire safety and security products and solutions, has taken an impressive 533,321 steps towards raising £500 in aid of Fire Door Safety Week (FDSW) and The Fire Fighters Charity.
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Genetec establishes UK Headquarters in the City of London

Genetec Inc., a leading technology provider of unified security, public safety, operations, and business intelligence solutions, today announced that it will unveil new headquarters in the City of London, in the autumn of 2019.
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DOM UK awarded ISO 9001:2015 QMS certification

By meeting the extensive criteria and internationally recognised mark of quality, DOM UK proves its commitment to consistently delivering quality outcomes for partners, suppliers and employees. Mr Paul Hill Supply Chain & Quality Manager at DOM UK states "We have a firm belief and commitment towards delivering quality outcomes for all stakeholders".
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Tyco open for business

Tyco, the security products division of Johnson Controls, has launched a campaign to encourage more installers to sign up to its partner programs which are designed to help identify new business opportunities and ensure end-users achieve maximum benefit from their investment in an integrated electronic security solution.
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ASSA ABLOY highlights misleading key copy protection claims in new white paper

The Door Hardware & Access Control Group, a business unit of ASSA ABLOY Opening Solutions UK & Ireland, has released a new white paper, highlighting the misleading key copy protection claims made by many cylinder lock suppliers.
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