Trilogy® Networx® Integration with Software House®
Amityville, NY – Alarm Lock Systems, a Division of Napco Security Technologies, announces seamless integration of its Trilogy Networx® & ArchiTech Networked Wireless Electronic Access Locking solutions with popular Software House C•CURE® 9000 security and event management platform from Tyco® Security Products. With this integration, customers can monitor and control advanced Trilogy Networx Locks within the C•CURE 9000 software to gain the additional real-time information they need to respond accurately to system events and alarms.
Jorge Hevia, Sr. Vice President of Sales & Marketing, Napco Security Technologies, said “There’s no question that today’s Trilogy Networx locks offer a superior real-time wireless enterprise locking access control solution for new installations or retrofit system access control system upgrades or expansions. At less than ½ the cost of a traditional hardwired access door, and deployed in about an hour in place of any standard lockset, advanced Networx Wireless PIN/Prox Access Locks are easy to afford, install, and manage, and now that’s further enhanced in real time, networked within the popular Software House C•CURE environment.”
Alarm Lock Networx, the networked wireless version of Trilogy, features dependable digital keypad &/or built in smart reader, longest battery life and field-proven low-maintenance. With matching models for all doors, inside and out, and applications from narrowstile, to exit trim, cylindrical & mortise.
Software House C•CURE -integrated Alarm Lock models and peripherals include: Alarm Lock Networx DL Series Locks (keypad only), PL Series Locks (card only), PDL Series Locks (keypad & card), Exit Trim Series (keypad & card), Netpanel w/ wireless keypads, and customizable designer ArchiTech® Networx Series with infinite trim, finish combos., as well as Networx Gen-1 & Gen-2 Gateways and Repeater/Expanders.
“Alarm Lock’s integration, as part of Tyco’s Connected Partner Program®, is an example of our commitment to increasing value, flexibility & freedom of choice for our customers by pairing with industry-leading technologies.”
For more information, visit www.alarmlock.com. For training opportunities, visit www.alarmlock.com/seminars.
Schlage Sense™ Works with Google Assistant
Schlage announced at CES that its Schlage Sense Smart Deadbolt will work with Google Assistant in early first quarter 2018. With the Google Assistant on Google Home, users will be able to lock the door or check if the door is locked by saying, "OK Google, lock my door" or "OK Google, is my door locked?" Beyond Google Home, users can ask their Google Assistant on your iOS or Android™ smartphone.
Using the Schlage Sense Smart Deadbolt with the Google Assistant will require the Schlage Sense Wi-Fi Adapter. With the Schlage Sense Wi-Fi Adapter, iOS and Android smartphone users gain remote access to their lock through the Schlage Sense app, no monthly fee required.
"As the Internet of Things continues to innovate rapidly, brands must follow suit," said Rob Martens, Futurist at Allegion, maker of Schlage Locks. "As IoT platforms emerge, Schlage continues to lead and support consumers' choice."
The multi-function Schlage Sense™ Smart Deadbolt contains several convenient features that unlock the true power of a smart home by enabling homeowners to never worry about losing, hiding, carrying or forgetting keys, including:
Create and delete up to 30 unique access codes so trusted friends and family can enter using their code at the lock's touchscreen
- Schedule access codes so guests can only enter at specific times
- Use the Wi-Fi Adapter to check on the lock's status from anywhere, so you never have to wonder if the front door was left unlocked
- View past activity to see which codes have been used and when
- Update settings and check battery life
This lock received an AAA - the highest residential grading awarded on the market by the Builders Hardware Manufactures Association (BHMA)
This new integration will come as an addition to the Schlage Sense Smart Deadbolt's existing compatibility with Amazon Alexa®. Alternatively, users may choose to set up the Schlage Sense deadbolt with Apple HomeKit™ and use Siri® to command the deadbolt on their iPhone®, iPad® or iPod touch®. These integrations allow the Schlage Sense lock to interact with a variety of connected products and empower a wide array of consumers to add the lock to their smart home mix.
For more information, visit www.schlage.com/Sense.
Safes As Fine Furniture?
Handcrafted in Texas of high-end leathers and luxury home décor fabrics around state-of-the-art horizontal safes, Forgesafe benches let homeowners securely hide their firearms, jewelry, documents, coins and other valuables in plain sight, within arm's reach for the responsible adult but safely away from children.
"These are showpieces destined not just to protect, but to become heirlooms in their own right," said Forgesafe Furniture co-founder Darren Looker. "Forgesafe Furniture's beautiful camouflage keeps a family's valuables hidden from prying eyes. No one will suspect the homeowner has hidden a safe in plain sight. Forgesafe owners can rest easy knowing their firearms are locked away from unsuspecting children but accessible by the owner in under a minute in the event of an emergency."
Available in a variety of styles, from exotic safari-inspired looks to rustic western and sleek contemporary designs, each Forgesafe bench conceals a fire-resistant 14-gauge steel safe with digital combination lock, two-way locking bolt system with six one-inch solid steel locking bolts, a pry-resistant door with a drill-resistant hard plate, pre-drilled anchoring holes and anchoring hardware. Inside, an elevated gun rest allows rifles and shotguns to be stored horizontally, and lower storage compartments conceal ammunition, jewelry, precious metals, documents, and other smaller valuables. Forgesafe Furniture is completely customizable for a one-of-a-kind look that's perfectly suited to the home's design.
"Gun safes don't have to be large, bulky items that take up a considerable amount of room in the home. Homeowners also don't have to draw attention to the fact that they have a safe full of guns and valuables," said Forgesafe co-founder Rusty Bradford. "Our custom hidden gun safe benches allow our customers to keep their firearms safe while adding a unique design element to their homes."
All pieces are handcrafted by the Forgesafe team in Dallas, Texas. The company's future plans include a new line of smaller ottomans to be released in 2018, designed specifically for jewelry and other small valuables.
More Info: ForgesafeUSA.com
Fingerprint-Activated Payment Card Pilot
Biometric technology company Zwipe has have partnered with Gemalto, the world’s largest card manufacturer, to pilot the first battery-less dual-interface fingerprint activated payment card with the Bank of Cyprus.
Commenting on the cooperation, Sylvie Gibert, SVP of Payment Cards at Gemalto said, “We have spent the last 18 months extensively evaluating and confirming the viability of Zwipe’s technology and we are happy that we have now seen great interest from banks all over the world for this technology, having already identified several issuing banks in multiple regions to participate in the pilot program.”
Fingerprint activated payment cards, are seen as the next major market innovation when looking at card based payments. Consumers will benefit by having a more secure and convenient method of payment that utilizes their own fingerprint to authenticate and complete transactions at checkout. The advanced security enabled by biometrics will remove the need for a 4-digit or longer PIN entry as well as allow for the elimination of transaction limits on contactless payments.
Commenting on the value of the technology, Kim Humborstad, CEO and founder of Zwipe said “Many consumers are seeking out ways to avoid having to memorize difficult to remember passwords or PINs. Looking ahead this will be seen as a blast from the past as we continue to integrate the trust of biometrics into payment. Having a more secure method of payment that does not infringe on convenience or consumer privacy is essential. Combining that with the ability to use the card for any type of transaction regardless of amount will make the card top of wallet and top of mind for the consumer.”
“Receiving Gemalto’s support in bringing our technology to market is a big step for our organization. They have an expansive customer base in every corner of the world and we share a common vision about the capabilities and capacity of what Zwipe’s technology can offer to banks and consumers moving forward,” added Humborstad.
Allegion Acquires Glass Manufacturer
Allegion has acquired Technical Glass Products (TGP) through one of its subsidiaries. Established in 1980, TGP is a leading North American manufacturer of advanced fire-rated entrance and wall systems for institutions and non-residential buildings. Its product lines include fire-rated glass and frames for doors, entrances and wall systems – a natural extension of Allegion’s core product lines.
TGP’s product brands include the FireLite® family of fire-rated ceramic glass, Pilkington Pyrostop® fire-rated wall panels, Fireframes® family of fire-rated frames and others.
“Bringing TGP – with a leading market position, as well as a solid record of innovation and integrity – into the Allegion family is exciting,” said David D. Petratis, chairman, president and CEO of Allegion. “TGP’s focus on institutional and non-residential projects provides a strong tie to Allegion’s core business – and, more importantly, TGP will leverage the strength of our existing specification writing capabilities to help accelerate growth. Our complementary solutions will also mutually expand our reach in North American and Middle Eastern markets.”
Camden Door Controls 2018 Catalogs
Mississauga, Ontario: Camden Door Controls, a premier provider of door activation and locking devices, announces that its 2018 Catalog and Price Lists are now available in both U.S. and Canadian editions. The 100+ page books detail all of Camden's offerings, including product overviews, features, specifications and pricing.
Camden's comprehensive product line spans Electrified Locks, Relays and Timers; Door Activation Devices; Industrial Door and Gate Controls, and Telephone Entry and Access Controls. Copies can be requested and downloaded via the Camden Web site at http://www.camdencontrols.com/
“Security professionals can look to Camden for all their access control product needs,” says David Price, Marketing Manager, Camden Door Controls. “Our new 2018 Price List and catalog showcase our extensive offerings and the latest technologies Camden brings to market."
LiftMaster CAPXL: Condo Access Control
OAK BROOK, IL-- LiftMaster® introduces the Connected Access Portal, High Capacity (CAPXL) with LiftMaster Cloud™. This all-new access control system gives residential community managers a smart, expandable, cloud-based solution to control multiple entry points and manage several communities from a single dashboard, all with an appealing modern appearance and unmatched performance.
With remote programming and activity monitoring using LiftMaster Cloud™, community managers can login to the website to track and control community access points and create alerts when an entry code is being overused or a suspended user is trying to gain access. The CAPXL with LiftMaster Cloud also features an intuitive interface with a fade resistant, high-definition color touch display and customizable backgrounds for superior resident and guest satisfaction.
The CAPXL with LiftMaster Cloud reduces downtime with customizable email notifications, letting community managers and dealers know if there's a problem before residents do. Local database storage also allows residents to enter even if the internet is down. For maximum durability, the CAPXL with LiftMaster Cloud features a stainless steel frame designed to withstand both weather and heavy use. All these features, combined with crystal-clear call quality and no resident long-distance charges, make the CAPXL with LiftMaster Cloud the most advanced and easy-to-use internet-based solution for community managers.
"LiftMaster is leading the way in helping community managers convert from analog telephone entry to cloud-based access systems," said Jackie Lorenty, Vice President and General Manager, Perimeter Access Solutions, LiftMaster. "The CAPXL provides community managers with the most sophisticated and easy-to-use tool to control their community across a number of entry points – all via the LiftMaster Cloud."
Community managers can expand their access control system with a variety of powerful add-ons like the Connected Access Portal, 2-Door Controller (CAP2D) which allows community managers to control other doors and gate entry points throughout the property with the LiftMaster Cloud. Additional remote controls, proximity readers, vehicle loop detectors, and elevator controls are also available.
The CAPXL with LiftMaster Cloud is compatible with LiftMaster's full line of gate operators, access control products and software, allowing for seamless solutions designed to meet the requirements of any property.
For more information, visit LiftMaster.com/AccessControl.
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