On Her Majesty’s Fire Service: Fire protection for the world’s steepest cable car up to a famous James Bond film location

When you are working on a project designed to take 800 people an hour up to a height of 2,970m, no priority is more paramount than public safety.

So when Aero-X was commissioned to build and install fire protection systems for the recently redeveloped, world-famous Stechelberg–Mürren–Birg-Schilthorn cable car line, the team opted to include Kentec Sigma XT panels in their systems at all four stations.
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IT teams embrace AI, but security struggles to keep pace

IT and security teams across the UK and US report rising anxiety over AI‑driven risks as enterprise adoption accelerates, according to new findings from Heimdal’s State of AI Risk Management in 2026 report.

ChatGPT is embedded in 71 per cent of businesses IT infrastructures, with Microsoft Copilot following behind in 68 per cent, but despite the rapid adoption, security teams say their controls are struggling to keep up.
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3DX-RAY’s AXIS CXi secures government facility in Lithuania

3DX-RAY has announced that its advanced AXIS CXi mailroom screening system has been selected to protect a government facility in Lithuania from the ever-present threat of postal bombs, hazardous substances, and other prohibited items.

The AXIS CXi represents a significant advancement in mailroom screening technology. Its colour imaging capability enables operators not only to identify the shape of objects but also to assess the composition of materials.
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Reliance Protect launches first future-proof 4G lone worker key fob ahead of 2G network shutdown

Responding to the phased shutdown of the legacy 2G network in the UK, Reliance Protect has launched its next generation 4G lone worker safety key fob device.

The new Pulse+ device is among the first solutions to support full Voice Over Long Term Evolution (VoLTE) communications across multiple networks, ensuring voice calls and alarm transmissions can operate entirely over 4G infrastructure. 
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Retrofitting - the solution to modern-day access management

Joni Lampinen, CRO of ILOQ, talks about the opportunities of retrofitted access modernisation to save on costs by minimising structural work and operational impact.

For years, building modernisation was closely associated with new construction projects, where smart systems and digital infrastructure could be installed from the ground up.
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Prizes, Deals and Demos - Hickleys Simply Keys 2026

At Hickleys we are great believers in face-to-face interactions with our customers and as such we attend a number of trade shows throughout the year. Right now, our attention has very much turned to ‘Simply Keys’ our Auto-Locksmithing show, which takes place this year on the weekend of 22nd and 23rd August.

If you are not familiar, Simply Keys is held annually in the midlands and run by our own show staff, with some select supplier partners. The show is a great opportunity for Auto Locksmiths to see first-hand, the latest hardware and software advances in the industry. We also bring along a plethora of tools and equipment that may be of interest to Auto Locksmiths.
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Mul-T-Lock introduces MTL300 modular cylinder kit for flexible, on-demand assembly

Mul-T-Lock has introduced the MTL300 modular cylinder kit, providing locksmiths with a flexible method for assembling bespoke euro profile cylinders while maintaining the patented security and key control capabilities associated with the MTL300 platform.

Designed to support Single, Double and Thumb Turn configurations, the modular kit, previously available only within the MTL600 range, extends the same build-to-size approach to MTL300 cylinders through a dedicated set of components. This allows locksmiths to create a wide range of cylinder sizes as required, from 31mm up to 120mm per side, without the need to hold extensive pre-assembled stock.
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2nd Generation X Series stainless steel AI cameras for harsh conditions

Hanwha Vision introduces the 2nd Generation X Series Stainless Steel AI Cameras powered by Wisenet 9 AI-native System on Chip (SoC) and engineered with reinforced stainless-steel housing.

They are designed for deployments where durability is as critical as intelligence, delivering advanced AI performance, image clarity, and operational efficiency. 
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Universal compatibility meets installer simplicity in new Codelocks latch strike

Codelocks, a leading designer and manufacturer of access control products, has today launched its Universal Latch Strike, an adaptable new product that reduces the need for multiple strike types while making lock installation easier.

The Universal Latch Strike is engineered to work with a range of latches for gates and external doors, including surface latches, adjustable gate latch, and traditional mortice latches. This versatility means installers no longer have to carry multiple latch strikes for different projects: they can use one for many installations.
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Announcement

One for your diaries: The Auto Locksmith Show, Simply Keys, organised by Hickleys,  takes place this year on the weekend of Saturday 22^nd (10am – 4pm) and Sunday 23^rd (10am – 3pm) August.

The show is at the GTG Training Centre, Wolverhampton, WV11 3SZ.

More information coming soon!

ASSA ABLOY expands Test Centre to offer ultimate customer experience

ASSA ABLOY is delighted to announce the expansion of its enhanced UK test centre – UKAS-accredited in recognition of its commitment to the very highest testing standards.

Now spanning 691 square metres, Heywood Williams Components Limited trading as ‘ASSA ABLOY Test Centre’ has increased testing capability within its facilities. This enables it to offer enhanced capacity and a smoother workflow, providing customers with quicker results alongside complete confidence that their products are being rigorously assessed. 
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ATG Access marks 35 years of protecting what matters

St Helens-based ATG Access is celebrating 35 years of engineering innovation, having established itself as a globally recognised leader in hostile vehicle mitigation (HVM) and intelligent physical security solutions.