The new MxBell App makes door stations even smarter

MOBOTIX has now released the app MxBell, adding a mobile remote station for MOBOTIX IP Video Door Stations, in addition to the MxDisplay+.

The app makes it possible to receive notifications when the doorbell rings and open the door from a mobile device, and even display a live view from the door camera. MxBell can be downloaded free of charge from Apple's App Store and from Google Play.
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Electric Locks offer solution to City of London office building.

Architectural Ironmonger G. Johns and Sons of London were involved with the specification for an access control system at the office block in the City of London, whereby the client wanted a flexible access control system with the minimum of ironmongery on the doors and did not require the use of surface mounted electro-magnetic locks.

They required a modern office appearance with clean stylish lines, with a high level of security and the flexibility to offer office space to their clients.

Jeremy Barltrop of G. Johns chose to use the Securefast ASEL2460 Electric Escape Lock on the two doors on each landing of the five story building with Karcher Stainless Steel lever handles and connected via heavy duty conductor hinges to a reader on the outside of the doors.
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Intelligent, Integrated Security from Loxal

Loxal Security has potentially solved two problems in one for rail operators, utility companies, construction organisations and other business sectors, that need to protect vacant residential and commercial property, and other sites, from the risks of vandalism, arson, squatting and theft; the new Block Lock, which can automatically interface with the Integrated Void Wireless Alarm System.
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Manything teams with Hikvision to offer the ultimate CCTV cloud recording and remote viewing service

Manything, the British video monitoring software company, has joined forces with Hikvison, the largest manufacturer of CCTV cameras, to provide a fully integrated security system that can be controlled and viewed from the palm of your hand.

The Manything app has been painstakingly developed to offer the ultimate peace of mind for small and large businesses, as well as home owners.
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Urmet extends its range of IP touchscreens

Following on from the successful uptake of Urmet's Max Pro Android touchscreen across numerous high-end accommodation projects, the company has now launched Max Lite, which offers an affordable price point for developers working on a broad range of residential building types.
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Dahua Smart Locks

Dahua Technology has released a new series of smart locks - The Bluetooth Series and Bluetooth & Wireless 433 series will bring enhanced and convenient protection it says.

Keys to traditional locks easily get lost and duplicated, and residents cannot remotely open or close doors when necessary. The compact & sleek looking Dahua smart lock combines a mechanical lock case with an electronic motor hiding in the panel. Locks with 8mm-square-bar lock bodies can be upgraded to Dahua smart locks without dismantling their original lock bodies, just by installing the new lock inners and outer panels.

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DG3 Locksmithing launches new Reversible Lock-kill

DG3 Locksmithing has announced the release of a brand new product called Reversible Lock-kill. The company says this new product is an improvement over the original Lockkill design because it is completely reversible and does not destroy the lock.

This prevents the lock from having to be drilled out to gain re-entry. Once reversed the original key will work in the lock as before.
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STANLEY Product & Technology sets new standards in access control with its PACOM 8707 display card reader

STANLEY Product & Technology, the leading provider of security and access control solutions, has announced the introduction of its next generation display card reader - PACOM 8707.

Developed around the company's highly successful PACOM Unison platform, PACOM 8707 will initially be available in the Nordics, with the intention to roll it out across other countries and regions in due course.
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Home access control updated

After recently viewing this short virtual animation showing a new and innovative access control device LASN contacted Robert Simpson of RDS Innovations Limited to tell us more.

Robert said that it was whilst working as a mobile car telephone/stereo/alarm fitter that he was involved in a serious road traffic collision that left him severely injured and with a total and permanent disability. During convalescence he was watching a lot of TV and it was while watching a UK Police drama that he had an idea.
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Only two months until Lockexpo!

With only a few weeks left until Lockexpo 2018, the countdown is on! Don't forget that you will need to re-register, even if you have attended before. Do it in advance and save time on the day!

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If you haven't got it in your calendar yet, why not? Here are a few great reasons to visit that you might have missed:
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Additional training for Magenta staff saving lives and businesses

Magenta Security's decision to give all front-line staff First Aid and fire safety training is already paying dividends to organisations and individuals across the country.

An observant security officer at one client site recently noticed a fire in an industrial incinerator. Having recently undergone fire safety training the officer contacted the emergency services before taking measures to reduce the impact of the blaze.
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Join Genetec in London for our Cybersecurity roadshow

The cybercriminal threat is ever present in our highly connected world. We invite you to join us at the Cybersecurity roadshow in London to understand the risks you face and how to better protect yourself and your organization. The event takes place on January 31st , 2018 at The Royal Air Force Club, from 9am to 2pm.

In a conference setting followed by a roundtable format, legal and technical experts, security professionals and IT managers, as well as security system integrators will discuss issues and implementation tools for a coordinated and unified strategy when it comes to cybersecurity.
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Data Protection law change help for small businesses

Data Protection law is changing on 25 May 2018 and organisations need to be ready for the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). The ICO has produced a package of tools and resources to help you get ready.

The Information Commissioner's Office has produced practical advice on how to comply with data protection law and how to improve data protection practices in your business, including how to keep employees' and customers' personal information secure and how to get ready for the data protection reforms.

Mitie awarded contract with the Home Office

Mitie's Care & Custody business has been awarded a 10-year contract with the Home Office worth an estimated £525million, through a competitive tender process*. The new services reflect the Home Office's commitment to detainee welfare.
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Beaver Access installs SALTO access control system at Liberty Living London

Beaver Access, the Croydon based access control specialist, is helping to ensure the safety of students at two Liberty Living properties in London with the installation of an innovative SALTO access control solution.
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Allegion appoints new business development manager for UK, South East

Safety and security solutions provider Allegion UK has appointed Karen Trigg as business development manager to develop and strengthen new and existing business opportunities in the South East.
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Eurocell to sponsor #Lockexpo2018!

Lockexpo is excited to announce its main sponsor for 2018 - Eurocell!

Eurocell is the UK's leading manufacturer, distributor and recycler of UPVC products. Eurocell now has 180+ branches across the UK offering hardware, ideal for locksmiths to source replacement products locally.
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Send For Help group ranked in Sunday Times Fast Track 100 for second year running

Award-winning lone worker protection provider, Send For Help Ltd has been ranked as one of Britain's most successful private companies by The Sunday Times for a second consecutive year.

The 21st annual Sunday Times Virgin Fast Track 100 league table, published this week, champions the UK's top performing private companies based strictly on financial performance with the fastest growing sales over their latest three years. Send For Help has been placed 80th.
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MPL lock in to new CORGI fenestration scheme

Wakefield-based MPL the only provider of City and Guilds locksmith training courses in the UK, has become the first company in its sector to be registered to the recently launched CORGI Fenestration scheme.
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British Standard for information security risk revised

BSI, the business standards company, has revised its guidance standard for information security management systems, BS 7799-3 Guidelines for information security risk management.
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ASSA ABLOY Access Control celebrates 10-year partnership with ACS

As it approaches the 10-year anniversary, ASSA ABLOY Access Control, a UK division of ASSA ABLOY, the global leader in door opening solutions, is celebrating its partnership with Access Control Services Ltd. (ACS Ltd.), one of the UK's leading independent access control system manufacturers.
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Comelit's ViP entry system adds security and style to a trio of luxurious residential developments in Manchester

IP-based ViP video entry systems from Comelit have been used to enhance security and convenience at three prestigious residential developments in Manchester.
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