ISC West New Product Showcase Awards
On April 6, TIGER by LYNX TFG Ltd. (http://www.lynx-tfg.com) won Best New Product in the 2016 New Product Showcase at ISC West from the Security Industry Association (SIA). With TIGER, any mobile device can stream video in real-time to a personal control center, according to the company. The Judges' Choice Award was presented to Text Speak Design for its Text Speak EarBridge. Winners familiar to Locksmith Ledger readers include STANLEY Security and Medeco.
This year's NPS Program had 99 entries from small, medium and large companies in the security industry. The NPS judges presented awards in 26 product and service categories, and they also presented six honorable mention awards in eight categories. The Award Winner's List appears below, and it also will be posted on the SIA NPS website at http://www.sianps.com.
Access Control Devices Peripherals: Best Shelter from Stanley Security Solutions Inc. (See following news items for full information on this product.) More Info: www.shelterlockdown.com
Fire/Life Safety: 2GIG 'Smoke Ring' Interconnected Smoke Detector Sensor/Transmitter from Nortek Security & Control LLC 2GIG 'Smoke Ring' Interconnected Smoke Detector Sensor/Transmitter
Honorable Mention: 520HZ Low Frequency Sounder from CWSI/Tyco
Cloud Solutions: Blue Sky from BluB0X Security
Honorable Mention: UMBO Smart Drive from Umbo CV Inc.
Intrusion Detection and Prevention Solutions Wireless: Universal Translator from Resolution Products Inc.
Honorable Mention: RADION TriTech ZB from Bosch Security Systems
Video Surveillance Hardware and Accessories: V5 Systems Portable Security Unit from V5 Systems (Booth #33101)
Honorable Mention: Theia Compact 4K Lens from Theia Technologies
Tools & Hardware: Hands On Training from Train a Tech
Access Control Devices Peripherals Wireless: AACTivate Mobile Reader from Cypress Integrated
Intrusion Detection and Prevention Solutions: Wardiam from Ontech Security, S.L.
Honorable Mention: Optex RLS-2020 from OPTEX Inc.
User Authentication, Identification, Credentialing and Management: ANDI On The Go 3.0 from Advanced Optical Systems
Honorable Mention: Stone Lock Pro from Stone Lock Global
Convergence and Integrated Software and Solutions: Guardian Predict from AlertEnterprise Inc.
Network Support Solutions: PDS-104GO from Microsemi Corp.
Outdoor Perimeter Protection: HydraWedge SM50 from HySecurity (
Residential and Monitoring Solutions: Remocam from Remocam Inc.
Video Surveillance Management Systems: Qognify VisionHub from Qognify
Access Control Software and Controllers: Medeco XT Data Analytics from Medeco
Anti-Terrorism/Force Protection: GrateGuard from Harsco Industrial IKG
Commercial Monitoring Solutions: GeoFeedia
Emergency Communication/Mass Notification Systems: TextSpeak EarBridge from TextSpeak Design
Video Surveillance Advanced Imaging Technologies: VERA VX-VT-36 Thermal Camera from 3xLogic
Lock Systems and Secure Storage Containers: The USB Lock
Mobile Apps: STANLEY Guard from Stanley Security Solutions Inc.
Honorable Mention: HID Mobile Access from HID Global
Video Analytics: AXIS Perimeter Defender from Axis Communications
Video Surveillance Cameras HD (megapixel): Ultra HD 4K Smart IR PTZ from Hikvision USA
Video Surveillance Cameras IP: AXIS Q61 PTZ Dome Network Camera Series from Axis Communications
Video Surveillance Data Storage: Verde DPE (Digital Preservation for Enterprise) from Spectra Logic
Honorable Mention: LTO Program from LTO Generation 7 Technology
Hosted Solutions/Managed Services: IC Real Tech ALLie Home 360x360 Virtual Reality Video Surveillance Camera & ALLie VR Headset Package from IC Realtime
BEST SHELTER
BEST®SHELTER™ is STANLEY Security’s new responsive lockdown solution, designed specifically for educational K-12, business and healthcare environments. SHELTER is a unique combination of cost-effective, code-compliant mechanical hardware and proven technologies. Components include:
Multi-Purpose Fob to Lockdown One Door or Entire Building: With an increase in mass tragedies that are usually over in five minutes or less, the SHELTER fob by BEST allows for quick communication with the SHELTER wireless system to initiate a lockdown and third-party notification of an event. This multi-purpose fob permits a fast and easy lockdown of one door, hallway or entire building. With assistance from an integration resource, the SHELTER network components can be configured to initiate a signal to a pre-installed access control system or alarm systems, allowing immediate communication with first responders. The straightforward, effortless press of a button can initiate a series of events that make a facility safer and more responsive in emergency situations.
Cylindrical Lockset: Classroom or Storeroom Functions: When the lockdown is initiated from the fob, it is communicated to an attached lockset called the BEST SHELTER 9KX Cylindrical Lockset (9KX). This is a BHMA Grade 1 lock that functions on a 900 MHz secure wireless network, enabling users to quickly and safely lock doors by activating the fob. After receiving a lockdown command from the system, the 9KX transitions from a standard classroom function lock to a Storeroom function. This feature ensures the hallway lever is rigid and secure, only allowing users to enter if they have a key. The 9KX is also equipped with easy-to-understand visual indicators with a red LED being used to indicate the device is in lockdown, Storeroom function, and a green LED being used to indicate a lock has returned to normal operation.
Gateway and Repeaters: Core to the SHELTER System: The gateway and repeaters are the core to the SHELTER system. The gateway does not require internet connection to initiate the lockdown, which alleviates concerns that a network must be operational during the most critical times. With a typical 400-foot range, the gateway can be paired with up to eight repeaters to extend the signal range throughout the building.
Features of Shelter by Best:
- Send alerts: users can be notified of the lock number that was triggered for lockdown mode.
- Third-Party notification: with assistance from an integration resource and third party alarm company, when the lockdown button is pressed: police and first responders will be automatically notified.
- Capability: configurable to lock a single door, set of doors or an entire building of doors.
- Cloud-Based software: able to configure the system from any web browser, wherever the user is and view self-diagnostic reports.
- Security emergencies: when lockdown is initiated, the door lock receives a signal to lock the outside lever requiring the use of a key to gain access.
- Visual and audible lockdown indicator: interior light shows lockdown status, as well imbedded local tamper alarms.
“BEST SHELTER is an emergency lockdown solution that can secure individuals behind a locked door quickly and safely,” states Joe McCormack, President, STANLEY Mechanical Security. “We want communities to understand they have options for responsive lockdown and security devices that can help keep children, families and friends safe. “Whether it’s a school or business, creating a safe environment should not be a daunting task. With SHELTER being one of the most cost-effective solutions on the market today, it is a valuable option to be considered in a variety of environments.”
For more information on BEST SHELTER, visit www.shelterlockdown.com.
Medeco XT Visual Audit
Medeco XT Visual Audit is a powerful analytics feature that is built into the latest version of the XT Web Manager program. This tool allows the administrator to see access trends quickly and easily.
“It’s a time saving feature that keeps you from having to search through hundreds or thousands of event pages to find what you’re looking for,” said Gene Cronin, Medeco XT Product Line Manager. “Security administrators need quick visibility of problems occurring within their facility. The unique graphical interface of XT Data Analytics provides a clear overview of both valid and invalid access activity.”
This new feature provides insights on who might be “fishing” for access, or trying to gain access to areas where they do not belong. Additionally, visual audit shows access trends that can highlight inefficiencies within certain work environments for even more value.
“Our ultimate goal is to make our software an invaluable tool when it comes to a customer’s intelligent key system,” added Cronin. “All enhancements are driven by customer feedback, so you can be assured that Medeco’s commitment is to give administrators what they need to be effective and efficient.”
The Medeco XT Visual Audit feature is part of our latest release of the XT Web software package which also includes:
- Scheduling Wizard: A user-friendly Scheduling Wizard leads users step-by-step though the key scheduling process thereby streamlining the process and limiting programming mistakes.
- Operator key with Audit: This new key type allows a standard User key to collect a predefined amount of audit information from specific cylinders. This helps alleviate the need for the administrator to travel to each cylinder to accomplish this task, thereby creating a more efficient system.
- Mobile Programming: Support for the new Android mobile programming device: The mobile device is designed to allow the user to program a key from anywhere there is cellular service.
- Data Dashboard: A dashboard page that displays useful metrics for the Administrator of the software (like schedules that are active/on the keys versus “still pending”).
More Info: www.medeco.com
