Chubb launches new web-enabled service to maintain integrity of CCTV

Chubb Fire & Security Ltd is helping boost the reliability of CCTV systems with a new service that proactively checks the status of installed CCTV equipment, bringing enhanced levels of safety and security to customers throughout the UK. 

Chubb ServiceCheck is an automated service that connects regularly to individual CCTV systems over the Internet to check on the status and operation of their digital video recorders (DVR), network video recorders (NVR) and cameras.
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Yale launches 'Assure Lock SL' key free touchscreen deadbolt

by Jordan Kahn

Yale Locks & Hardware is launching its latest smart lock product in the US today with one of its most streamlined designs yet and support for Apple's HomeKit, Z-Wave, ZigBee and Amazon Alexa platforms. It will also enable HomeKit support on six of its existing smart locks through a new module launching this month.

Castel demonstrates Premier League pedigree

Audio-video intercom from Castel has been installed at the €415 million Parc Olympique in Lyon, a sports stadium that hosted matches at UEFA Euro 2016. The 59,000-capacity venue in central France is the home ground of Olympique Lyonnais, which plays in the country's top football division.
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The Mx6 camera line is complete: indoor models with more performance

MOBOTIX has introduced the new indoor models c26, i26, p26 and v26, thereby completing the successful Mx6 6MP camera line. The new, higher performing processor delivers up to twice as many images per second as before - at the same resolution.
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4-in-1 HD Video Distributor

SECO-LARM U.S.A., Inc. has started shipping the new 4-in-1 HD Video Distributor.

The new 4-in-1 HD Video Distributor is the ideal way to distribute a single video signal to multiple locations.
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Dual certification becomes a Secured by Design requirement in wake of Grenfell fire

Non-fire resisting doors in high rise tower blocks should be replaced immediately with doorsets that are certified for fire performance by a third-party certification authority, according to the Government.

The move, which comes in the wake of the Grenfell Tower fire tragedy in West London, requires replacement doorsets to be certified by an independent UK Accreditation Service (UKAS) accredited, third-party certification authority to a standard providing at least 30 minutes fire resistance.
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Codelocks opens the door to new smart lock

Following the success of its first smart lock last year, Codelocks have announced a new addition to the range, the CL5520. Offering flexibility and convenience, the CL5520 utilises wireless technology giving users the ability to connect remotely and choose between pushbutton code, smart card or smartphone access.

The addition of a euro profile mortice sash lock with deadbolt and latch bolt features allows building managers to prevent code or card entry when necessary, offering increased security and control. The inside lever handle retracts the deadbolt and latch bolt preventing accidental lock in.
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PD6669 Roadshow to provide clarity on new scheme

The BSIA is pleased to announce the dates of a series of breakfast briefings being held across the UK to provide industry practitioners with information on the new PD6669 scheme.
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Convict claims he was allowed to repair prison locks

OK we know it's the 'silly season' but...

a prison inmate convicted of killing his parents says he was allowed to fix locks inside a maximum-security New York state prison before an elaborate escape plan he developed was uncovered. Gordon "Woody" Mower told a Syracuse newspaper that guards at the Auburn Correctional Facility had him repair locks throughout the prison regularly.

UK security researcher who stopped WannaCry outbreak arrested in US

A security researcher who in May stopped an outbreak of the WannaCry ransomware has been arrested and detained after attending the Def Con conference in Las Vegas. Marcus Hutchins, 23, a British national, was arrested at Las Vegas airport on Wednesday by US Marshals. He was briefly detained in a federal facility in Nevada until he was moved to an FBI field office in the state.

Gregory J. Haanstad, United States Attorney for the Eastern District of Wisconsin, announced that on July 11, 2017, following a two-year long investigation, a federal grand jury returned a six-count indictment against Marcus Hutchins, also known as "Malwaretech," for his role in creating and distributing the Kronos banking Trojan.

Eliza Tinsley to create 10 jobs with smart lock partnership

Wednesbury-based Eliza Tinsley is to create 10 new jobs as the result of a partnership with smart lock developer Smarke and sister company, Avocet Hardware. The Black Country hardware manufacturer made the announcement during a visit to its site from West Bromwich West MP Adrian Bailey.

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Real people care about security

Responding to British Home Secretary Amber Rudd's comments suggesting that "real people" don't expect security in their communications, Jim Killock - executive director of UK digital rights campaign Open Rights Group - said:
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Industry experts elected to BSIA Section Chair positions

At the British Security Industry Association's Annual General Meeting on Wednesday 12th July 2017, 24 industry experts were elected to represent the BSIA's sections of membership.
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Clarification on regulatory regime essential says BSIA

The British Security Industry Association (BSIA) is calling for urgent clarification on the future of the regulatory regime for the private security industry.

This comes following news that a security firm is being investigated by the Security Industry Authority for allegedly supplying cloned badges to unlicensed stewards. The company in question is not a BSIA member.
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Security & Fire Excellence Awards - entry deadline extended to Monday 21 August 2017!

Deadline for entries: Extended to MONDAY 21 August 2017 at 11.00PM (EVENING)

If you were struggling to make time to enter Security & Fire Excellence Awards before the deadline, then you're in luck! As we are bang in the middle of the summer holiday period, it has been agreed to extend the entry deadline by 4 weeks!
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Building a centre of excellence for rail at Pickersgill-Kaye

Pickersgill-Kaye's facility in Leeds is undergoing a major redevelopment, as owner ASSA ABLOY's significant investment plans for turning the Yorkshire lock maker into a specialist production base for the rail industry gathers pace.
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National industry award winners demonstrate value of security personnel

The British Security Industry Association (BSIA) is pleased to announce the national winners of this year's esteemed Annual Security Personnel Awards.
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It's now time to turn your attention to entering Security & Fire Excellence Awards!

Deadline for entries: MONDAY 24 JULY 2017 at 11.00PM (EVENING)

Now that the excellent IFSEC and FIREX exhibitions are over, it's now time to turn your attention to entering Security & Fire Excellence Awards for FREE.

What better way to raise your personal profile across your business and to impress potential investors and clients than to get that edge over your competition?
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