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OCG Security Daily ASIS September 26, 2013

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30 Thursday, September 26, 2013 AFFORDABLE ACCESS CONTROL SYSTEMS NOW ACCESSIBLE TO ALL Access Specialties International is showcasing its latest IP-based access control system, Focal Point. This economical, simple access system supPureTech Systems (Cont'd. from p. 1) potential pirating activity. "The addition of the Spanish language user interface to our product is an important milestone," states Kevin Campbell, Vice President of sales at PureTech Systems. "The need for geospatial video surveillance is worldwide, and this new capability is an added convenience for our Spanish speaking customers." Brickhouse Security (Cont'd. from p. 1) Most security executives know that there are a number of solutions available to monitor their employees, but many don't realize how sophisticated, easy-to-use and cost-effective the technology has become. BrickHouse Security offers a full roster of proven employee monitoring and surveillance solutions for business, government agencies and the law enforcement community. For example, GPS tracking systems can tell you in real time where your employees are, where they've been, where they're headed and how fast they're traveling. And you can get the Tymetal Corp. (Cont'd. from p. 1) transit stations, commercial and industrial facilities, telecommunications, distribution, warehousing, and water and wastewater treatment facilities. Tymetal Corp. is the nation's premier manufacturer of complete, readyto-install industrial and commercial automatic gate systems. Since 1985, Tymetal has led the industry in providing reliable and cost-effective security gate system solutions. Tymetal supplies the entire matched system, not just a single component. For over 25 years, Tymetal has offered the highest quality integrated gate systems which meet all UL325 and ASTM design guidelines. Providing a complete OSSI (Cont'd. from p. 1) entry level to full PSIM solutions. OSD: Can you expand more on the PSIM solutions? DN: PSIM, or Physical Security Information Management, is the future of the security industry. A PSIM is software designed to integrate multiple unconnected security application devices and control them through one comprehensive user interface. PSIMs primarily communicate directly with the field hardware (e.g., digital video recorders, network video recorders, intercom head ends, intrusion panels, fire alarm systems and even building automation). It collects and correlates events from a wide variety of security devices and information systems ports HID's Edge EVO product line and all card reader technologies. The single-door IP controllers support CAT5 cable runs and POE which can This installation includes a variety of sensors, including CCTV cameras, long range thermal detection, radars, long range acoustic hailing devices, fence intrusion systems and PureTech Systems' video analytics, advanced auto camera tracking and geospatial (map-based) command and control. "Geospatial is relating to or denoting data that is associated with a particular location," Campbell explained. "In security terms that equates to understanding information you need on any computer, tablet or smartphone from anywhere in the world. Plus, you can access detailed 90day location and speed reports and draw geofences around any area on a map you choose. If your employee takes an unauthorized detour or exceeds any speed you select, you'll get an instant text or email. It's all about having the information you need when you need it— in real time. Mobile and computer monitoring solutions are also an often-overlooked but extremely valuable tool. If your employees use a business-owned phone or computer, you can verify that they're conducting themselves in a manner matched system, using heavy duty engineered structural components, eliminates job site guesswork and improvisation caused by joining gate operators and gate panels from different sources. Having all the hardware and accessories engineered to work together results in a high-performance system that is quick to install perfectly. Matched aluminum or steel gate systems with galvanized and stainless hardware results in the best system available. In addition to manufacturing the highest quality gates systems, the services Tymetal provides differentiates Tymetal from competing gate manufacturers. Tymetal provides complete project support, from the design phase through installation. Tymetal has dedicat- to empower personnel to positively identify and proactively resolve situations. As the leader in the industry, we began installing PSIM solutions in the late '90s in prisons and have now adapted the technology for many other market verticals such as education, health care, government, petrochemical and transportation. OSD: You stated you now offer ReadyAXS. Is it new? DN: Yes, we released the product last month. In reality, 85 percent of the Access Control end users have no more than 10 secured entrances with an industry average of six. We decided to go back to the basics and provide an extremely costeffective, easy to use, entry level solution that takes care of those needs in a more effective manner. Our ReadyAXS solution OCG Security Daily also power the local electronic door locks so that no additional power is required. Now access control is even more affordable and accessible to systems of all sizes. Access Specialties has been manufacturing electronic access control systems for more than 20 years and was one of the first manufacturers to offer a 'what' happened and 'where' it happened. This capability applies to all other geospatially aware sensors within the system." The fully integrated system consists of advanced intrusion detection and automated response capabilities. The various detection sensors provide geospatial target information back to the command and control, which then provides alarm information, automated camera tracking and a dynamic map-based view of the target. The system achieves the added sophisti- that's consistent with your organization's culture and goals. Easy-to-install, virtually undetectable software from BrickHouse gives you a complete picture of any employee's communications, whether in the office or on their mobile devices. For even more visibility into your employees' activities, BrickHouse hidden cameras are the solution of choice for companies of any size. Available in almost any form factor you can imagine, hidden cameras disguised as common office objects (an AC power adapter, a smoke detector or a USB thumb drive, for example) will give you the answers you need. Depending on the model you select, ed departments of design engineers, specification and technical service professionals who are always ready to assist you on your next project. Tymetal provides the largest variety of gate systems: slide, swing, overhead, ground track, bi-folding, telescoping, vertical lift, vertical pivot, pedestrian portals, bollards and many more, several of which are certified crash tested. Tymetal will suggest the gate system that will work best in your application, no matter the existing space or performance constraints. Tymetal has all of the different gate styles to choose from, and drive systems in both chain and hydraulic. New products are also under development that will meet your future needs. Ask can be configured in minutes and has a tremendous number of features you would expect to see in a middle-tier product. It is easy to install and can automatically detect and configure the panels. Our dealers are thrilled with its easy set-up and their customers appreciate the user-friendly and intuitive nature of the product. OSD: How does OSSI go to market? DN: We have traditionally sold only through dealers across the United States and Mexico. OSD: Do you also have an installation division? DN: We rely on our highly skilled professional dealer network to install our products. PC-based access control solution in the early '90s. Other products include Access Security Integrator, an enterprise-level integrated access control system for higher-level applications and larger systems. For more information, visit www.accessspecialties.com or call 800-332-1013. cation of providing detection over both land and water environments. The new interface is a configurable option in the latest version of its PureActiv command and control and includes all camera control, alarm information, menus and user data base interactions. To learn more about PureTech Systems or how a geospatial video surveillance system can help protect critical infrastructure, visit booth 489 or www.puretechsystems.com. you can choose to record your footage to a standard SD card, a digital video recorder or your computer's hard drive. Or, choose an Internet hidden camera and view footage from multiple hidden surveillance cameras anywhere you have a web connection, including your smartphone or tablet. As an industry-recognized leader in B2B and law enforcement surveillance solutions, BrickHouse offers the tools you need to gather crucial intelligence about your business. For more information, visit booth 5008 at ASIS, go online to www.brickhouse security.com, call 855-247-2491 or email sales@brickhousesecurity.com. about Tymetal's new certified crash gates or light duty bollards to protect from both large and small vehicle incursions. Tymetal has projects and references from all 50 states, Canada, Mexico and other countries around the world. Referrals to local contractors experienced with Tymetal products are available, along with technical oversight direct from the factory. Experience the Tymetal difference and learn what many national accounts, government agencies and transportation authorities already know. For more information, visit booth 1881 at ASIS, go online to www.tymetal.com or call 800-328-GATE. OSD: What is the outlook for OSSI? DN: Radiant! We are positioned for long term growth. With three tiers of solutions, ReadyAXS, Foundation and a complete PSIM, we feel that OSSI has the perfect solution to every job, big or small. OSD: How can our readers find out more about your products? DN: We can be found on the web at www.ossi-usa.com, via phone at 888488-2623 or e-mail us at info@ossiusa.com. For more information, be sure to visit booth 153 at ASIS.

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