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. 
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Weather beating keypad from Securefast

Whatever the elements have in store the new APX-16 waterproof keypad from Securefast as been purposely designed to stand up to the challenge.
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Your trusted locksmith - not!

A South Florida locksmith is accused of pilfering from some of the same safes he was supposed to protect from thieves.

Eric Welch, 50, of Coconut Creek, was arrested Thursday in the back of a Home Depot in Margate after he allegedly cracked opened a safe full of cash that was bolted to a van's floorboard.

Dumfries & Galloway protect vulnerable wildlife sites

Joint initiative between Dumfries & Galloway Constabulary and Scottish National Heritage deploys streaming video to protect wildlife. 
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UAP TradeLocks back Police campaign to rid country of lock snapping

A leading door security expert is backing a campaign from West Yorkshire Police and the Association of Chief Police Officers urging homeowners to check the quality of their locks.

As BBC Yorkshire's Inside Out focused on just how vulnerable locks can be and official police figures reveal 27% of all burglaries across England involve lock snapping on euro cylinders, UAP TradeLocks say that creating an awareness of the problem, both publically and within the industry, is the key to preventing more attacks on homes.
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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.

The guide informs all those within the industry on the legislation, standards and guidelines that need to be followed to ensure every gate installation is safe.
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MOBOTIX kicks off UK roadshow to update the channel

MOBOTIX AG, a leading manufacturer of digital high-resolution, network-based video security systems has announced a three month program of Technology Update Sessions at venues across the UK. During these half-day sessions, the MOBOTIX UK team will be demonstrating some of the latest products and updates in the MOBOTIX portfolio to existing and prospective channel partners.
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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.

The mall, spread over 5 levels, is dedicated to shopping and entertainment offering 85 stores with major brands covering every need: 18 eateries, 5 cinema screens, a Supermarket, the 21,5002 m Volta Fun Park, and 1200 parking spaces. Its stunning architectural design, abundant light, water and green features create the ideal location for relaxed shopping and entertainment, harmonised with the urban environment.
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UKs largest ever crime reduction initiative launched by Facewatch and 16,500 NFRN members

The NFRN (National Federation of Retail Newsagents) is to be the first National sponsor and official partner of the not-for-profit company Facewatch & Partners in a three year deal, enabling over 16,500 independent shops to participate in a ground breaking initiative to quantify an accurate picture of the prevalence of low level crime in our communities and take positive action to reduce it in partnership with police forces across the UK.

The scheme will provide all 16,500 NFRN members with a bespoke crime recording module which will be a very simple way to record all shoplifting and other low level crimes as they occur, providing accurate and real time statistics on crime across the UK, whether reported to the police or not. Members will also be able to use the full Facewatch crime re
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Armstrong Optical to represent Ophir Optics group in UK and Ireland

Armstrong Optical has announced that, with immediate effect, they will represent the Infrared Optics Group of Ophir Optronics Ltd., a wholly owned subsidiary of Newport Inc., for the sales of their world-renown thermal imaging lens systems and optical imaging components, covering the UK and Ireland.
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Crooked locksmith jailed for breaking into launderette

by Keith Hunt

A crooked locksmith used his skill to break into a Maidstone launderette that has been targeted several times by thieves. Lee Deering was "tooled up" to burgle the Washboard and Mangle, in Foley Street, to steal cash at night in December last year.

(Ed: A one day wonder methinks...)

Emizon moves

From Monday 12th March 2012, alarm signalling and CCTV monitoring firm Emizon will be operating out of new prestigious offices in Rugby, Warwickshire.

The move is necessary because Emizon has simply outgrown its home for the past 6 years in Lutterworth, Leicestershire, due to continued growth in the business, both in the UK and around the world. The new base is only 20 minutes away in Rugby and is very central for access to the M1, M6 and A14. The new office will accommodate additional resources in both Telesales and Technical Helpdesk departments. Every single staff member will be making the relatively short transfer to Rugby.
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Introducing the Organisation of Professional Accredited Locksmiths (OPAL)

Security Media and Events Ltd, publishers of Locks & Security Magazine, and the team also responsible for Locks & Security News, the Locksmiths' Exhibition, The Professional Locksmiths' Forum, and the upcoming Auto Locksmiths' Expo in October, have now launched the Organisation of Professional Accredited Locksmiths (OPAL).
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