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dormakaba to acquire Mechanical Security businesses from Stanley Black & Decker

dormakaba announced that it has signed an agreement to acquire certain Mechanical Security businesses from Stanley Black & Decker for a total consideration of USD 725 million in cash.

Manhunt Underway for Suspect in Berlin Attack

Manhunt Underway for Suspect in Berlin Attack

Police thought they found the suspect when they arrested someone at the scene of the crime, but later said they didn’t have enough evidence to charge.

‘Patriots Day’ Tells Story behind Boston Marathon Bombing

‘Patriots Day’ Tells Story behind Boston Marathon Bombing

“Patriots Day” begins its limited release December 21.



Viakoo Awarded US Patent for Validating Retention Times of Surveillance Data

Enables Tracking of Video Retention Compliance (VRC) as Key Performance Metric

Truck Crashes into Berlin Christmas Market

Truck Crashes into Berlin Christmas Market

At least 12 died and 45 were injured in the incident that Berlin Police are calling a terrorist attack.

ASSA ABLOY Announces Integration of Aperio Wireless Technology with BadgePass Access Manager

ASSA ABLOY announced the integration of their Aperio™ wireless lock technology with Access Manager from BadgePass, an integrated credential management solution.

Russian Ambassador to Turkey Shot at Art Gallery

Russian Ambassador to Turkey Shot at Art Gallery

Russia's ambassador to Turkey was reportedly shot by a gunman at an art gallery.

Heightened Security as Electors Gather to Cast Ballots

Heightened Security as Electors Gather to Cast Ballots

Electoral College voters will cast their ballots for President of the United States amid heightened security.

Officer in Critical Condition Following Standoff in Washington State

Officer in Critical Condition Following Standoff in Washington State

The suspect is in custody following an overnight standoff with police.

Boy Tried to Detonate Nail-Bomb at German Christmas Market

Boy Tried to Detonate Nail-Bomb at German Christmas Market

Officials believe the same boy tried to bomb a separate event just 9 days earlier.

EgyptAir Flight 804: Traces of Explosives Found On Victims

EgyptAir Flight 804: Traces of Explosives Found On Victims

Evidence recovered from the scene of the crash lead experts to believe EgyptAir Flight 804 was most likely downed due to terrorism.

Yahoo Hacked… Again

Yahoo Hacked... Again

Yahoo said 1 billion accounts were affected in the 2013 hack.

Teen Arrested at Trump Tower with Bag of Weapons

Teen Arrested at Trump Tower with Bag of Weapons

A 19-year-old “survivalist” was arrested after bringing in weapons to Trump Tower on Tuesday.

Quest Diagnostics Hack Leaves the Data of 34,000 Patients Exposed

Quest Diagnostics Hack Leaves the Data of 34,000 Patients Exposed

Quest Diagnostics' mobile application was hacked leaving the health information of about 34,000 people vulnerable.

Netgear Warns Routers have Easily Exploitable Security Vulnerability

Netgear Warns Routers have Easily Exploitable Security Vulnerability

Several routers, including those in the popular “Nighthawk” series, are affected.

Sielox Announces Partnership with Milsk Company

Veteran Rep Organization Reinforces Sielox Presence in Ohio Valley

dormakaba Completes Its Acquisition of Mesker Openings Group

dormakaba has satisfied the conditions necessary in order to complete the acquisition of Mesker Openings Group

ACRE, LLC, Announces the Acquisition of ComNet

The company continues to rapidly expand presence in the global security industry

AMAG Technology's Symmetry Access Control Integrates with Allegion Schlage AD-400 Wireless Locks

Allegion Joins AMAG’s Symmetry Preferred Partner Program

TSA to Notify Travelers of Upcoming 2018 REAL ID Airport Enforcement

Signs at airports to inform travelers of ID requirements at security checkpoints

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  • Camden CV-7600 High Security Card Readers

    Camden CV-7600 High Security Card Readers

    Camden Door Controls has relaunched its CV-7600 card readers in response to growing market demand for a more secure alternative to standard proximity credentials that can be easily cloned. CV-7600 readers support MIFARE DESFire EV1 & EV2 encryption technology credentials, making them virtually clone-proof and highly secure. 3

  • Camden CM-221 Series Switches

    Camden CM-221 Series Switches

    Camden Door Controls is pleased to announce that, in response to soaring customer demand, it has expanded its range of ValueWave™ no-touch switches to include a narrow (slimline) version with manual override. This override button is designed to provide additional assurance that the request to exit switch will open a door, even if the no-touch sensor fails to operate. This new slimline switch also features a heavy gauge stainless steel faceplate, a red/green illuminated light ring, and is IP65 rated, making it ideal for indoor or outdoor use as part of an automatic door or access control system. ValueWave™ no-touch switches are designed for easy installation and trouble-free service in high traffic applications. In addition to this narrow version, the CM-221 & CM-222 Series switches are available in a range of other models with single and double gang heavy-gauge stainless steel faceplates and include illuminated light rings. 3

  • A8V MIND

    A8V MIND

    Hexagon’s Geosystems presents a portable version of its Accur8vision detection system. A rugged all-in-one solution, the A8V MIND (Mobile Intrusion Detection) is designed to provide flexible protection of critical outdoor infrastructure and objects. Hexagon’s Accur8vision is a volumetric detection system that employs LiDAR technology to safeguard entire areas. Whenever it detects movement in a specified zone, it automatically differentiates a threat from a nonthreat, and immediately notifies security staff if necessary. Person detection is carried out within a radius of 80 meters from this device. Connected remotely via a portable computer device, it enables remote surveillance and does not depend on security staff patrolling the area. 3