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4th March 2015 Issue no. 254
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Products Introducing....the newly updated Genuine Lishi Training Manual - Only £199!
Luxurious Aston Semarang Hotel in Indonesia fitted with NEWGY hotel lock system
Diebold launches anti-skimming technology to help protect consumers Representing global losses in excess of a billion Euros, skimming remains the most prevalent type of ATM crime and a major concern for financial institutions that are at risk of losing customers' confidence, due to the constant threat of cardholder identity theft and card losses. Comelit's ViP system offers residents class-leading comfort and security
Whether controlling access to certain areas or safeguarding confidential or dangerous materials, the locks offer users a convenient standalone solution without the trouble of issuing keys or cards.
We have recently introduced several new products, including a range of key-locking Compact Safes, ECB.S Tested Fire Safes and further additions to our Deposit Safe range.
Nearly every car is vulnerable to hacking According to a new report released by US Senator Ed Markey: 'Security & Privacy Gaps Put American Drivers at Risk' highlights that only two of 16 major automotive manufacturers were able to "describe any capabilities to diagnose or meaningfully respond to an infiltration in real-time." Therefore, almost every new car on the market includes wireless technology that makes it vulnerable to hacking.
China Lock Industry Expo 2015 to be held in May China Lock Industry Expo (Lock China 2015), an exhibition and conference that promotes new innovations in the lock Industry, such as biometric locks, will be held at the Pazhou Complex in Guangzhou, China from May 9th through 11th. Lock Industry Expo will feature demonstrations of the latest in mechanical locks, electronic smart locks featuring biometrics, lock cylinders, lock making equipment, accessories and other related products. Custom cylinder mastersuite facilities from UAP
In recent days BMW have made the headlines. Experts from ADAC (the German Automobile Association) announced that they have managed to 'hack' BMW's ConnectedDrive - but is this true and if so, should we be worried? Lockwood Locks change to "Kinetic Defence"
Security Solutions to exhibit StrongBOLT range at the Locksmith Expo 2015
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Read by industry professionals nationwide - and beyond This is it. The final issue before the event you've been waiting a year for! The 2015 LockExpo opens its doors on Saturday. Everyone who visits has a great time and many walk away with some fantastic show bargains. This year Mick offers you the chance to offload some bargains of your own. Details below. Enjoy! You can comment on any item in Locks and Security News on our FaceBook page. You can find us at: www.facebook.com/pages/Locks-and-Security-News If you enjoy reading Locks and Security News so do others! If you have company news, stock clearances, distributor or product information tell us about just email news This Week's News
LockExpo 2015 show announcement The annual Lockexpo, sponsored by Tradelocks is ready to run on the 7th and 8th March 2015. COME and MEET Ken Peterson of Peterson Tools USA on the UAP Stand. The Venue is East Midlands Conference Centre, Nottingham University. NG7 2RJ YES That's at the end of this week! Pre-book your place now on www.lockexpo.co.uk and get your QR code. If you registered for previous events you just need to log-in. Pick Ken Peterson's brains at the LockExpo 2015 in Nottingham! The Locksmiths' Exhibition returns in 2015 for its sixth year, and UAP TradeLocks are proud to announce that they will be the official sponsor at this year's Locksmiths' Expo, with the show expected to be better than ever before! On Saturday 7th March (09:30-17:30) to Sunday 8th March (09:00-15:30), locksmiths from across the United Kingdom and Ireland - as well as further overseas -will flock in their droves to the East Midlands Conference Centre in Nottingham to attend one of the most prestigious and highly anticipated locksmith events of the calendar year. Special demonstrations all day long and once again we will unveil yet another revolutionary piece of equipment to help auto locksmiths with comprehensive solutions. New product just in! - Aftermarket version FOR3 - 3 Button Remote Head 3D Group are proud to release our own brand of aftermarket Ford remote, the FOR3c. This product is the result of a whole years’ worth of development. The FOR3c fits into Silca (FOB3), OEM and our own 3D version of the horseshoe (FOB3c). We have developed this product to the highest standard; it is identical to the OEM version in that it features a Panasonic battery and rubber seal that holds a glass chip just like in the original. The internal circuit board is also sealed into the remote just as in the OEM version as this stops the circuit board from moving and also stops noticeable tampering. Kate and Andy Thurling supply high standard mechanical push button locks that have been tried and tested in the field for the last 16 years.
They are easy to fit and offer high levels of reliability backed up by a five year guarantee, giving you a trouble free installation. 1010 Security is the online store for Municipal Security Ltd. We are suppliers of safe locks, key blanks, boltwork, safes, safe spares, drill rigs and safe engineer tools. Promethean Concepts stand C15a Promethean Concepts brings innovative security solutions from around the world to the UK. Featured products include:
(1) The DiSec Magnetic Cylinder Protector: Protects against glue, sand & salt, tampering, and bumping. T. +44(0)7738 179 444
Davenport Burgess are a specialist supplier of keys, key blanks, key cutting equipment and locksmith's tools. We specialise in every aspect of our trade, and not only offer the best and most reliable products, but also the finest service and excellent support. We also stock a wide range of locking devices and have in- house master suite building facilities. We operate on BS EN ISO 9000 production standards to ensure our key blanks are of impeccable quality. T. 01902 366448 ABUS is a worldwide security brand with the global objective to provide the "good feeling of security". Founded in 1924, the Bremicker family started with padlock production. Four generations later, through attention to quality and detail, innovation, and top class product development ABUS has become an international security icon. Please visit our stand B5 and see ABUS' range of award winning padlocks, cylinders and electronic security equipment. The show presents an opportunity to showcase new ABUS ranges; the patented Bravus dimple key cylinder system, two new stand-alone CCTV cameras, and our comprehensive industrial safety 'LOTO' range. 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. How to contact us at Locks and Security News:
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New security qualifications launched for Scotland
The introduction of the new qualifications comes after one of the largest ever reviews into learning in the sector by the Security Industry Authority (SIA), followed by the introduction of similarly updated qualifications in England, Northern Ireland and Wales in January 2015. |