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10th February 2016 Issue no. 299
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Products ZKAccess launches uGuardian biometric door locks
Lost master keys prove to be $500,000 gaffe It goes without saying that master keys for campus residence halls are valuable, but a set of misplaced master keys at the College of William and Mary has led to a hard lesson learned. Full StoryGoogle's fake locksmith problem once again hits the New York Times Google's local results algorithm has not fixed the fake listing problem from five years ago. Almost five years since the New York Times profiled the issue with Google's local results and locksmiths, the newspaper published a fresh story around the issue this weekend. Full StoryCombine romantic European custom with increased sales opportunities
ABUS Love Locks are an ideal padlock for this scenario which is of course particularly relevant on Valentine's Day or at that BIG Anniversary. Cloud security market to be worth $12 billion by 2022, here's why A recent study performed by Transparency Market Research (TMR) projects that the global cloud security market will grow to a valuation of $11.8 billion by the year 2022. To put that into perspective, in 2014 TMR put the value of that same market at $4.5 billion. |
Welcome to Read by industry professionals nationwide - and beyond With LockExpo almost upon us our rolling showguide continues below. 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
We have Mail: Google locksmiths' story Thanks for covering The New York Times' locksmith story. I helped the reporter with some of the research for that article but in the end the article was cut down quite a bit for length. I just want to share some of my insight. You quote "Google's local results algorithm has not fixed the fake listing problem", but in fact they are and things are indeed changing. Two specifically:
Roto's new Twin-Cam Security Lock (TSL) sets new standards in burglar-proof outward opening PVC,timber and aluminium windows starting from a width and height of 305 mm. Send for Help group's subsidiaries achieve NSI gold standard Send for Help Group - Europe's largest lone worker protection provider has been awarded NSI's prestigious Guarding Gold standard for its subsidiary brands, Skyguard and Guardian24.
Following a rigorous audit, the award certifies that both companies are working to the very highest standards of both product and service provision. ABUS was set up to beat the burglar - Sometimes we defeat the locksmith too!
Sadly for Carl he was not aware the padlock in question was an ABUS 65/50. Allegion strive to redefine how door hardware is sold
Keyline is red, Tradelocks is blue...
It would seem Tradelocks have been hit by cupid's arrow and are sharing the love by making huge discounts on some of their Keyline products. Keyline, like St Valentine himself comes from Italy - making it the perfect way to celebrate this special day. LockExpo 2016 - 2 weeks to go!
Remember 27/28th February this year and also remember Mothers day March the 6th As usual the show will be at the East Midlands Conference Centre in Nottingham University NJ7 2RJ
Come and see the samples for yourself and watch demonstrations of our new products.
Having been an auto locksmith for over 15 years, our software designer knows exactly what is needed from a key programming system.
The company will be exhibiting the ABS (Avocet Break Secure) lock which is our TS007 (3-star), Sold Secure Diamond range. Our Affinity window and door furniture security range, plus the marketing and sales support it offers, which covers everything from vehicle decals to video displays and high impact POS displays.
Mul-T-Lock (UK) - Stands B12 - B12A
Offering a comprehensive range of highly innovative products including high security rekeyable and general security padlocks, locker locks, door key compatible padlocks, key storage, 2 wheels, cargo security and safes. All Master Lock ranges are designed to meet the exact needs and standards of the European market. M.E.Duffell Presents VERSA Security Hardware - Stand B14
That’s why we’ve produced a range of versatile replacement door and window hardware designed to allow you to complete repairs in one visit. Outside-in-locktools - Stand B15
The legendary 'SideWinder' from 2010, quickly followed by the 'Evolution', changed the way Locksmiths use the Letterbox Tool. The A.C.T Safeguard provides all you need to get started for you to install wireless alarms and monitoring services for your customer. From demonstration equipment cases, wireless systems, monitoring services and FREE installation training. Install the latest 4th generation wireless security with 64 zone panels sending images with audio sent using 868 MHz and not Wi-Fi up to 650 metres range from battery powered combined camera detectors indoors or outdoors. 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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How your kettle could steal your car Ford's ambitious plans to link cars to household appliances has come under fire from a cyber security expert who said the technology could make it easy for hackers to steal their cars and data. Training is the key to driving up industry standards, says DHF The Door & Hardware Federation (DHF) has accelerated its drive to raise industry standards by announcing a significant expansion to its Safety Assured training programme.
Security That Makes A Difference Gunnebo is a global leader in providing security equipment and systems with an integrated approach covering design, manufacture and installation combining a customised maintenance and service package. Attending Lockexpo for the first time to present a range of safes and security enclosures suitable for the working locksmith – come as see us we will have many bargains to take away with you.
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Please come by our stand to see the `latest` designs and pick up a copy of our NEW catalogue. T. 01708 22570
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T. 01885 448105 Traka keeps Health and Safety standards sweet at Nestle
GJD is exhibiting at Security Twenty 16, Midlands
Even at this late stage exhibitors are still booking. The Bring and Buy sale is attracting e-mails and the information can be found on the website.
Mastergrave Ltd is a leading supplier of engraving machines, tools, parts, accessories and consumables into the engraving industry. We will be showing our best selling engraving machines including the EGX-20 which at just £2199 is the cheapest computerised engraver on the market. We will also have our full colour printing system on show. Visit us and learn what personalisation can do! +44 (0) 1234 218226 ext 104 |