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Access Control
Vivotek Unveils FT9361-R Facial Recognition Tablet
Vivotek announces the launch of its new facial recognition tablet. The FT9361-R is a facial recognition tablet for access control and employee management. “By simply presenting your face to the facial recognition tablet, true contactless and hands-free access control is achieved. The FT9361-R’s deep learning AI technology can precisely detect a real, living/breathing person from that of […]
Q&A:iSTAR Ultra G2 Cyber-Hardened Controller from Tyco Software House
My TechDecisions Associate Editor Zachary Comeau speaks with Rick Focke, director of product management for access control at Tyco Software House, a brand of Johnson Controls, about its new iSTAR Ultra G2 Cyber-Hardened Controller. In the video above, Rick Focke dives into what makes the product secure, why security is important in access control systems, and more. […]
ASSA ABLOY’s Medeco 4 Locking System Discourages Unauthorized Duplication
ASSA ABLOY, a manufacturer of access control solutions, introduces Medeco 4 (M4), a high-security key technology that is said to offer protection against physical attack and unauthorized key duplication. M4 cylinders are UL Standard 437 listed for physical strength and high security, with solid brass machined construction and hardened-steel inserts to thwart drilling attacks. M4 cylinders are […]
Hands-Free Access Solutions Introduced by Johnson Controls, Alcatraz AI
A new hands-free access solution from Johnson Controls and Alcatraz AI leverages data-powered access control technology with Alcatraz AI’s facial authentication platform to protect occupants and assets from building intruders and enable healthier hands-free entry. Alcatraz AI is said to enhance Johnson Controls’ offerings to customers, creating a richer ecosystem of products and services and […]
Continental Access E-Access Embedded Platform
Continental Access, a provider of integrated access and security solutions, announces the E-Access platform. E-Access is said to be an easy-to-use platform of 1 to 4-door, self-contained controllers with embedded software. It offers hybrid access control in a Cloud-based system, with the advantages of an on-premise access system, according to the company. E-Access is available in 1-door, […]
New Version of RS2 Access It! Universal Adds New Video Functionality
RS2 Technologies, a provider of access control solutions, a new version for its Access It! Universal product. Version 8 brings a range of new features, including licensing updates and more options for mobile credential functionality, which allows touchless access and streamlined integration that limit human interaction in deployment, according to the company. RS2 says Access It! […]
Johnson Controls and Microsoft Announce Integration of OpenBlue Digital Twin and Azure Digital Twins
Johnson Controls and Microsoft Corp. on Tuesday announced a global collaboration to “digitally transform how buildings and spaces are conceived, built and managed.” Microsoft also announced the general availability of Microsoft Azure Digital Twins., As a key partner for Azure Digital Twins, Johnson Controls’ OpenBlue Digital Twin is “a comprehensive platform that will support the entire […]
Mobile Access Control Solution from STid & Bosch is Completely Touchless
A new STid and Bosch Building Technologies partnership offers a mobile, touchless access control solution for buildings. The collaboration combines STid’s expertise in contactless identification solutions with Bosch’s comprehensive access control portfolio to offer a touchless and convenient access solution based on mobile phones. Users can use their mobile phone as means of identification when […]
Aiphone IX-EA IP Video Door Station Intercom is Weatherproof
Aiphone, an intercom and security communication manufacturer, introduces the IX-EA IP video door station intercom to the IX Series portfolio. The IX-EA is a surface mount, weather-resistant IP video door station equipped with a 1.23–megapixel fixed color camera that can be programmed to call up to 20 different stations with three different call level selections. […]
