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Portendo and BAE Systems co-operate on civil and military detection systems for improvised explosive devices
Portendo AB and BAE Systems have signed an agreement to co-operate on civil and military detection systems for improvised explosive devices. The agreement means that BAE Systems obtains an exclusive license to market, sell and manufacture Portendo's P.Eye-S in the United States and Canada, for the civil market. The P.Eye-S is Portendo's first pr [...more...]
Port of Los Angeles deploys NICE Situator for integrated command and control and to ensure the safety and security of passengers
NICE Systems has announced that the Port or Los Angeles has begun implementation of NICE Situator, an open platform situation management solution. The NICE solution will provide an integrated command and control platform to fuse, correlate and analyze information across disparate security systems. In addition, it will enhance inter-agency collabora [...more...]
Chubb Fire keeps Anne Boleyn's childhood home safe from the threat of fire
Hever Castle, the childhood home of Anne Boleyn, Henry VIII's second wife, is kept safe from the threat of fire thanks to an alarm servicing contract with Chubb Fire. Chubb Fire is part of UTC Fire & Security, a unit of United Technologies Corp. The oldest part of Hever Castle dates back to 1270 and consisted of the gatehouse and a walled baile [...more...]
New fire alarm deployed at the Museum of London
Five new galleries at the Museum of London have been opened to the public, telling the story of the capital from the 1666 Great Fire of London right up to the present day, at a cost of £20 million. The extensive redevelopment gives easier public access to the many exhibits as well as a new learning centre, cafe and architectural features. It w [...more...]
4i Security's new software security system cuts the number of false alarms by up to 98 percent
Developers at 4i Security have created a new software security system that communicates and reports using broadband technology. They offer online access to all customers, enabling clients to log on to any computer and manage their security systems across multiple sites through an Online Management Console (OMC). 4i Security’s system cuts the num [...more...]
Avigilon HD Surveillance System provides situational awareness to city emergency management staff at Vancouver 2010 Olympic Games
Facing an influx of millions of visitors during the Vancouver 2010 Olympic Winter Games, the City of Vancouver recognized the need for a real-time situational awareness tool that could provide all agencies with an up-to-the-minute view of what was going on in key areas of the city, including Granville Street, Robson Street, and Hamilton/Mainland St [...more...]
Southside Medical Center in Georgia deploys the Avigilon HD Surveillance System to boost patient and staff safety
Southside Medical Center, Georgia’s oldest and largest Federally Qualified Health Center, has deployed the Avigilon High Definition (HD) Surveillance System to boost patient and staff safety. Facing many security challenges including gang-related activities, on site domestic violence, disputes among patients, vandalism, break-ins, and theft, Souths [...more...]
Reliance Foundry's decorative security bollards prevent smash-and grab attempts at Vancouver retailer
A recent "smash-and grab" attempt at a Vancouver-area retailer caused thousands of dollars in damage to a local storefront, highlighting the need for improved perimeter security. The company turned to Reliance Foundry for decorative security bollards that will prevent a vehicle from being driven directly into the front of the store again. Thanks [...more...]
Open your gate with your mobile phone from anywhere in the world
Answer your doorbell with your mobile phone regardless of whether you are home or not, talk to the visitors and open the gate with your mobile phone. Since its initial market launch last year, Witura Corporation's WT-9002 GSM Intercom & Access Control has seen a broad market penetration and is approved by many customers with diverse challenging [...more...]
ASEO becomes PPSS Body Armour
After being responsible for ASEO, CEO Robert Kaiser has now rebranded this company and launched PPSS Body Armour, progressing to become the World’s leading manufacturer and supplier of UK Home Office (HOSDB) certified stab vests and bespoke knife and slash resistant clothing. Robert Kaiser clearly states: “For us at PPSS personal protective equi [...more...]
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Mine Safety Appliances to buy firm for $280 million
Mine Safety Appliances Co. of O'Hara said Tuesday it has signed a $280 million agreement to acquire General Monitors Inc., headquartered in Lake Forest, Calif., a leading innovator and developer of advanced flame and gas detection systems.
RAE Systems Showcases Latest Solutions at OS+H Asia 2010 in Singapore
SAN JOSE, CA--(Marketwire - 09/08/10) - RAE Systems Inc. (AMEX: RAE - News ) today announced it will showcase its latest solutions for gas- and radiation-detection monitoring at the international safety and health show, OS+H Asia 2010, Sept. 15 - 17 at the Suntec Singapore International Convention & Exhibition Centre (Booth S13). RAE Systems leads the gas-detection industry in delivering ...
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TSI Terminal Systems Inspects Containers Efficiently with Psion Teklogix and NetMotion Wireless
NetMotion Wireless, a leading provider of mobile productivity and management software, and Psion Teklogix, Inc. , a global provider of mobile computing solutions, today announced that TSI Terminal Systems Inc. is using wireless software from NetMotion Wireless and rugged mobile devices from Psion Teklogix to realize greater reliability and overall production efficiency while managing thousands ...
Motorcycle Cancer Risk Campaign for EMF Magnetic Field Radiation Rider Safety
Safety-Environment-Future is the focus of the International Motorcycle Safety Conference . Randall Dale Chipkar hopes for resolutions reducing rider health risk regarding cancer-controversial ELF EMF radiation emission penetrating up through motorcycle seats.
Monroe Security and Safety Systems questioned by AG candidate
A state assemblyman is charging that a local development corporation was created to evade procurement laws.
ITT completes sale of CAS, Inc. systems engineering and technical advisory services business to Wyle Inc.
MCLEAN, Va. | ITT Corporation (NYSE:ITT) today announced it has completed the sale of CAS, Inc., its systems engineering and technical assistance (SETA) services business, to Wyle for $235 million...
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