Smart Security Solutions Magazine


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AI face recognition OEM module
Suprema AI, a company specialized in artificial intelligence–based integrated security solutions, recently launched its high-performance face recognition OEM module called ‘Q-Face Pro’ in response to the growing need for contactless security solutions.

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Selecting the correct access control system
Frazer Matchett, Managing Director of Enkulu Technologies, suggests the right questions to ask when selecting an access control solution; not just the access system, but the integrated solution that fits your requirements.

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QR Code and RFID readers
The QR600 Series, is a new range of outdoor QR Code/barcode and RFID readers for access control, visitor management or ticketing, with IP65 protection and an optional keyboard.

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From the editor's desk: Get Smart
Technews Publishing, News

      Welcome to the fourth issue of Hi-Tech Security Solutions for 2023, which is also the first issue of Smart Security Solutions. As noted in previous issues, Hi-Tech Security Solutions has been rebranded ...
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UNISA sponsors Securex seminars
Editor's Choice, News, Conferences & Events

As part of UNISA’s 150-year birthday celebrations, UNISA has sponsored the Securex Theatre Seminar Programme, which will include a number of prominent industry specialists, academics and security practitioners focusing on a number of themes.
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Accenture Technology Vision 2023
Editor's Choice, News

New report states that generative AI is expected to usher in a ‘bold new future’ for business, merging physical and digital worlds, transforming the way people work and live.
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Paxton secures multi-tenant office in Cape Town
Paxton, Integrated Solutions, Access Control & Identity Management, Products

Cecilia Square in Paarl, Cape Town is an office building from where several businesses operate. The multi-tenant site has recently undergone a full refurbishment, including a complete upgrade of its security system for access control.
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Addressing the SCADA in the room
Industrial (Industry), Cyber Security

Few other sectors command the breadth of purpose-built and custom devices necessary to function, as the industrial and manufacturing industries. These unique devices create an uncommon risk that must be assessed and understood to fully protect against incoming attacks.
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Stafix Security Centres
Products

Stafix Security Centres is a South African owned company that is committed to providing its customer base with a choice of quality imported and locally manufactured products that meet all the needs of ...
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ZKTeco South Africa
Products

This year, ZKTeco South Africa will showcase the latest products and solutions covering security inspection, entrance control, access control, etc. ZKTeco will bring its distributing brand, Armatura, ...
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XSCANN Technologies
Xscann Technologies, Products

XSCANN will be showcasing its body scanners (Bscan) with X-ray management software (XMS). Bscan offers people screening, multi material detection, detection of contraband, including narcotics, precious ...
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Edgedock
Products

Transform the way your business approaches security and digitisation challenges with Edgedock’s cutting-edge AI and software solutions. By harnessing the power of ML/AI/DL, robotic process automation, ...
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Provision ISR
Products

Provision ISR’s Video Management Software (VMS) solution is a comprehensive and user-friendly tool that enables efficient management and monitoring of video surveillance systems. The solution supports ...
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Activeye
Products

Activeye is affordable artificial intelligence software developed in South Africa. It uses a combination of analytics tools to generate rules based on site activities, which are processed by an AI engine ...
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Joburg-based farms cut losses with cloud surveillance
Watcher Surveillance Solutions, Agriculture (Industry)

In 2020, Watcher Surveillance Solutions was approached by Plantation Farms, a third-generation family farming operation in the south of Boksburg, to provide a farm security solution to assist in reducing crop losses due to theft.
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Elvey partners with HALO
Elvey Security Technologies , News, CCTV, Surveillance & Remote Monitoring

Elvey Group has partnered with HALO Europe to provide Africa’s first body-worn solution with zero upfront costs. This includes an IP68-certified body camera and a 4G-connected device.
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Suprema showcases integrated security solutions
Suprema, Access Control & Identity Management, Products

Apart from being an access terminal that supports multiple credentials such as facial recognition, RFID, mobile and QR codes, the BioStation 3 also supports VoIP Intercom and real-time video monitoring features to make it a truly multi-functional reader.
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Matt De Araujo joins Ajax Systems
Ajax Systems, News, Perimeter Security, Alarms & Intruder Detection

Matt De Araujo has joined Ajax Systems as Head of Sales in sub-Saharan Africa with a goal to strengthen the local team and exceed expectations.
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The latest security trends at Securex South Africa 2023
Securex South Africa , News, Conferences & Events, Training & Education

Security technology evolves at a blistering pace, so it’s important to keep up to date with changing trends in order to ensure maximised safety of human and personal assets. The Securex Seminar Theatre, powered by UNISA, is the place to be.
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Improved security health check tool
Gallagher, Access Control & Identity Management, Products

Gallagher Security has streamlined its free Security Health Check tool, making it easier than ever to protect against potential system risks and improve business efficiencies.
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Security is like infinity
Alwinco, Security Services & Risk Management

Security needs constant attention, dedication and input. The scary thing is that most people think that security is something that you buy, install, and then forget about.
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Sustainability School opens for enrolment
Education (Industry), News, Security Services & Risk Management

Three-part programme, first developed for Schneider Electric employees, is now available for free for companies worldwide. Attendees learn how to future-proof their businesses and accelerate their decarbonisation journeys.
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Data storage has a power consumption problem
IT infrastructure

We store data with electricity, placing data onto magnetic mediums or altering electric charges inside flash memory, but all that reading and writing requires electricity, which is becoming more expensive as supply crumbles.
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Turnstar Systems
Turnstar Systems, Products

Turnstar Systems offers a wide range of security products including turnstiles, speedgates, revolving doors, man-trap cubicles, vehicle barriers, high security spike barriers and anti-terror rising bollards ...
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BuzzApex
Products

BuzzApex is a complete ecosystem dedicated to the business community. On display will be a number of controllers complete with an annunciator panel especially programmed to satisfy the fire industry. ...
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Gosafe
Products

The Gosafe G616 GPS Tracker is designed for service providers, integrators, and enterprise customers to enhance mobile resources and improve their dispatch system. The G616 is a dependable LTE CAT-1 with ...
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Jimi IoT
Products

The JC450 series, an LTE dashcam system designed specifically for use in commercial vehicles, is capable of recording 4/5 separate channels simultaneously, and provides valuable ADAS and DMS algorithms ...
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Maximum fire protection for the most dangerous places
Securiton, Fire & Safety, Mining (Industry), Products

Africa’s heavy mining and resource processing industries are some of the continent’s leading economic lights. They also present some of its toughest fire safety challenges on the planet.
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Integrated guarding services
XtraVision, Integrated Solutions, Access Control & Identity Management, Industrial (Industry)

XtraVision offers a few tips on how to go about planning and setting up an integrated approach to sustainable and successful security services, from the initial risk assessment to the technology and people required.
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SpeedFace M4
ZKTeco, Products

The SpeedFace M4 is a multi-biometric access control and time and attendance terminal with facial and palm recognition. It offers 2 meters of recognition distance and extra wide-angle recognition.
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The importance of voice alarm integration with fire detection
TOA Electronics, Fire & Safety

The primary purpose of a voice alarm system (or voice evacuation system) is for the safety of staff, the public, assets and property, ensuring effective, controlled and rapid evacuation of an area or building during an emergency by providing clear voice instructions to occupants.
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Banking the unbanked comes with security risks
Financial (Industry), Security Services & Risk Management

As grim as it was, the pandemic of recent years and its resultant global economic crisis were a prime catalyst for record number of first-time bank users, the previously unbanked.
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Smart Security Solutions
Technews Publishing, Products

Stop by the Smart Security Solutions stand at Securex and discover the new rebranded Hi-Tech Security Solutions. Given the realities in the market we face today, effective security is no longer a silo ...
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Suprema
Suprema, Products

Stop by Suprema to witness the ultimate in T&A and Live ID solutions. Suprema T&A products are easy to install and easy to use and, coupled with the BioStar 2 security platform, offer comprehensive functionality ...
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Arcanum Africa
Products

Arcanum Africa will be presenting its unique surveillance detection solution called Overwatch, which is a cutting-edge technology that can help detect and prevent potential security threats in real-time.  ...
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Clyronex
Products

The CashInfinity CI-10 is a state-of-the-art cash handling machine that is made for convenience with added security, and will help improve the efficiency of operations in your store. It has a built-in ...
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GotYou
Products

GotYou is a specialist vehicle telematics business. GotYou Distribution focuses on the needs of resellers and tracking companies and is a major distributor of Teltonika devices and other hardware in South ...
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Hikvision expands solar-powered solutions
CCTV, Surveillance & Remote Monitoring, Products

Hikvision is offering a portfolio of solar solutions, the 4G solar-powered camera kit, a wireless bridge, and mobile solar security tower solutions to assist in keeping remote and isolated areas safe in a simple, practical, and cost-effective way.
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