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1st September 2010 Issue no. 39
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23 - 25 November, Bombay Exhibition Centre, Mumbai Now in its fourth year, IFSEC India, India's largest international exhibition for commercial homeland security and fire technology, is set to take place from 23-25 November 2010 at Bombay Exhibition Centre, Mumbai. Co-located with Homeland Security India and Firex India and produced in association with the Asian Professional Security Association, India Chapter, IFSEC India has been a resounding success since its launch in 2007 attracting an annual attendance of more than 11,000. Integration enables "jump to IP surveillance in a cost-managed way" Infinova has announced that Infinova dealers and integrators will be able to help their customers, including K-12 and college/university users, retailers and transportation venues, enhance their security operations and improve performance using intelligent digital video solutions with Infinova IP and megapixel cameras running on Video Insight digital video management (VMS) systems. An increasingly frequent occurance it seems, police in the US have arrested two men on charges that they were performing locksmith services without a license, including one man who was the subject of a TV News hidden-camera investigation. Aceda joins Mobotix partner programme Intelligent network solutions provider selects Mobotix as lead technology for expansion into IP CCTV and video Management
Even more impressive is that the security codes normally required for Ford vehicles are not required, making the process very easy to complete. The Ford cable is the latest in the range and is in addition to Renault, Vauxhall, VAG (VW, Audi, Seat, Skoda), Fiat, Toyota and Chevrolet. iLOQ Privus nominated for Detektor security award
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- MLA helps secure a 4 year jail term for rogue locksmith Mark Makowski - CBC cameras help protect military exhibits - Hickleys announce security calculator for Ford vehicles - new seismic sensor from Honeywell - Infinova cameras help protect 22 airports in India against terrorist attacks - Master Lock padlocks now with joystick interface - Romad delivers a service for York Minster - Vicon's new high security cell camera is hard to beat Tell us about your own products, interesting installations, amusing stories, charity support or promotional activities such as new literature, and we'll tell everyone else. Click the newsdesk email link here News Don't forget, the new monthly magazine Locks and Security Monthly edited by technical writer and locksmith Mick Friend comes out soon. If you haven't done so already, please make sure that you register to receive it. This Week's News
Rogue 'locksmith' sentenced to four years behind bars In what was one of the worst cases of fraud Trading Standards have ever seen, former ‘locksmith’ Mark Makowski is facing the start of a four year sentence behind bars. As Westminster City Council, Westminster Trading Standards and the Master Locksmiths Association see their hard work in bringing the case to court, come to fruition. Sentenced yesterday 31 August 2010 at the Old Bailey, Makowski was given a three and a half years prison sentence after being found guilty of 15 counts of fraud which cost members of the public thousands of pounds. Makowski – who has previously been investigated by BBC’s Rogue Traders – received a further six months for committing an offence whilst on bail. CBC's C-Allview cameras secure Heugh Gun Battery Museum's exhibits
Heugh Gun Battery's exhibits include over 15 artillery pieces ranging from small portable weapons to large naval guns. Many of these are classics, like the museum's 25-pounder, Bofors and 5.5-inch Howitzer weapons. The site was involved in ship-to-shore combat during both World Wars and the Heugh Gun Battery Trust now looks after it, working in conjunction with Hartlepool Borough Council, English Heritage and the North East Museums, Libraries and Archives Council (MLA).
With the new security calculator customers no longer need any codes and the system offers 100% correct codes. Furthermore, older Ford vehicles used a 10 minute countdown before the keys can be programmed, this system has been bypassed on many vehicles making the key programming instant. The security calculator is available at a cost of £79 and there is a generous upgrade opportunity for users of the older AD100 & MVP. Contact Hickleys on 01823 328532 Honeywell launches ultra compact seismic sensor
Honeywell has announced ultra-compact, high-security seismic sensors suitable for financial and retail organizations looking to protect their assets. The SC100 series of seismic sensors has been designed to detect vibrations arising from attempts to penetrate high value storage units ranging from fixed vaults and safes to vending machines, protecting them from intrusion. Infinova cameras with video analytics counter terrorist threat at 22 airports in India
Airport authorities in India selected Infinova surveillance cameras integrated with Videonetics Intelligent Video Management Server System (IVMS) software to combat terrorism and increase security Infinova today announced that over 846 Infinova video surveillance cameras, including high-speed PTZ domes, mini-domes and fixed cameras, many with vandal-resistant day/night functionality, plus Infinova’s DVRs and switchers were selected by airport authorities to combat terrorism and increase security at 22 airports in India. The Infinova cameras and security equipment are seamlessly integrated with advanced video analytics software from Videonetics designed especially for airport security. The entire solution is to be installed by one of Infinova’s most experienced integrator partners, Falcon Eye Technology of Abu Dhabi, U.A.E. Joystick Interface for Master Lock padlocks
The locks come with faceplates (letters, numbers, colors, shapes and symbols) that can take the place of the arrows.
Romad deliver a service for York Minster
One of the interesting things about York Minster is that it has its own Police Force - one of only two cathedrals in the world to do so. York Minster has in fact employed constables since 1285. There are currently nine police officers who share the responsibility of ensuring the safekeeping of the Minster's irreplaceable artifacts as well as keeping an eye out for any anti-social behaviour which might spoil the enjoyment of visitors. Complement your eTigris solution with the perfect partnership...
Access2 announce new website area dedicated to Dynalock premium electronic locking products. Dynalock products have been selected for their exceptional security, life safety, durability & enhanced features that will allow you to get the most from your integrated access solution. Vicon introduce high security cell camera
The V15CCM colour/monochrome camera is designed to be mounted in the corner of a cell at the point where walls and ceiling meet. It has an internal adjustable mount so that the camera and lens assembly can be adjusted to give an optimum view of the cell and is fitted with a wide-angle lens to eliminate blind spots. Mounted around the lens are 28 IR LED illuminators to ensure that the camera can deliver high quality images regardless of the lighting conditions. 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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Mul-T-Lock strengthens sales team to support locksmiths nationwide
Opening the door to fast track services
Yale's Pro-Key Dealer Day success
The Auto Convention specialist training registration The Auto Convention takes place 6-7 November 2010 at the Hilton Hotel, Manchester Airport during which specialist training will be offered. You can register to take part in these via the website: (the-auto-convention) Master Locksmiths Association develops CPD programme The leading trade association for the locksmithing industry has reinforced its commitment to members as it launches a new Continuing Professional Development (CPD) programme. DefCon expert finds biometric locks to be too fallible Security maverick Marc Tobias has demonstrated at the annual DefCon gathering in Las Vegas just how simple it is to defeat some of the world's top high-tech locks. MPL locks in to Bradford City FC Bradford City FC have announced the latest addition to their boardroom. Graham Jones of MPL has joined the team of directors after stepping up from two years as an associate. Jones got involved with the club through joint-chairman Mark Lawn. The pair run MPL in Wakefield which oversees six locksmith companies. "I've always supported Bradford and when Mark got involved with the club, I wanted to as well," said Jones. On a practical front, that has meant offering his expertise around the stadium to facilities manager David Dowse. "Because our game is handles, locks and security, I can work closely with David," he said. "With my involvement we can cut costs on maintenance of the stadium. I don't take a penny out the club, I just want to help where I can." Yale's support for locksmiths goes online
Locksmith's helping hand for injured soldiers leads to award
'Rogue Trader' locksmith guilty of defrauding customers A locksmith once exposed on BBC TV's Rogue Traders has been convicted at the Old Bailey of ripping off customers across London. As reported in the London Evening Standard Mark Makowski overcharged by thousands of pounds after being called out to get people back into their homes. He has a long history of exploiting vulnerable and desperate householders and was convicted in 2003 after an investigation by Hertfordshire County Council. Makowski was trapped again in August 2008 after Westminster City Council Trading Standards carried out a sting using officers posing as members of the public. Full Story |
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