Tackling crime head on requires a manifold approach that encompasses the involvement of various stakeholders including the Government and its agencies, the private sector, the private security industry and the citizens of the country. A proactive mindset regarding monitoring and prevention of criminal activity remains a priority and a challenge.
Sourcing the services and technology required to alleviate and mitigate risk is often complex and extremely time consuming, resulting in frustration and exasperation. Securex, Africa’s leading security and fire exhibition, brings the best brands in industry, along with a large number of knowledgeable industry spokespeople together in a common venue over a concentrated three-day period.

Hosted at Gallagher Convention Centre in Midrand, from 24 to 26 May, Securex 2016 is the ultimate meeting place for technology/service providers and industry professionals. “The interactive platform allows visitors to pose challenging questions to the over 150 exhibitors in a concerted effort to find cost effective and tangible solutions. These interfaces are complemented by a very comprehensive and thought-provoking free-to-attend educational programme held at the Securex Seminar Theatre,” says Joshua Low, Securex Event Director at Specialised Exhibitions,” says Joshua Low, Securex Event Director at Specialised Exhibitions.

Finding solutions
“We have a very diverse range of products and services at this year’s event, resulting in the guarantee that visitors from all walks of industry will be able to find a security and fire solution best suited to their specific threats and risks,” says Low.

FSK Electronics is launching a feature rich, high performance hybrid alarm panel – the locally manufactured Rhino panel range and the Raptor remote. The Raptor is the first bi-directional, shock resistant, water resistant long range remote control that operates on its own licenced frequency, not 433 MHz or 868 MHz, thereby reducing jamming. It is also immune to false decoding and interference. The all new FSK Guard Monitoring Unit with on-board biometric guard identification is joined by the Falcon global, the GSM alarm transmitter with its global SIM technology that will monitor alarm systems anywhere in the world.

Frank Street specialises in intelligent surveillance solutions, digital video recording solutions, system integration and CCTV design. The company will be launching new CCTV equipment from Milesight, including the Wi-Fi mini HD IP QF605 slimline camera and the latest Bosch security equipment. Other products include a range of spy equipment and the latest Luxriot video management software.

Rugged Interconnect Technologies focuses on offering embedded solutions for industrial, mining, communications, defence and homeland security applications. These technologies consist of rugged systems, processor modules, communication and multifunction I/O modules targeting applications such as sensor management and control, radar/sonar, digital signal processing, imaging, video tracking, situation awareness, recording and storage. HiTek Security will be launching the Duevi detectors and receivers, the ProvisionISR 4MP and 5MP IP range and the ProvisionISR 2MP Light AHD range. The company will also be reinforcing the INIM range that was launched last year at Securex. A number of VIP representatives from overseas manufacturers will be available on the stand to discuss the products and perform demonstrations.

GEZE is one of the most successful providers of building systems for door, windows and safety technology in the world. Integrated planning and compatible products are a key prerequisite for realising project solutions. GEZE South Africa offers these solutions to partners throughout Africa and has been responsible for turnkey operations that included the supply of products such as hardware associated with ironmongery, fire doors, automatic doors and revolvers. MultiTrack uses a real time GPS tracking platform with a web interface. This live platform can support multiple tracking devices that can be used to for vehicle, asset, personal and cell phone tracking. With multiple communication methods which include SMS, GPRS/3G and satellite, MultiTrack is able to support live tracking, accurate reports and flexible event rule requirements amongst others. Alerts can be viewed live on the map, in the vehicle dropdown list or on the moving vehicles listed. The API follows an open platform format allowing third party developers to integrate MultiTrack with other systems, thus allowing seamless system upgrades.

Bluelock, OnGuard’s Bluetooth receiver, will take centre stage on its stand at Securex. The Bluelock allows the user to open gates and doors using their mobile phone. Instant automatic pairing is made possible using Bluetooth version 4.1. The receiver is easily paired with Android or iPhones by scanning a QR code supplied in the enclosed packaging. OnGuard has developed an encoding algorithm that prevents hacking of the technology. Benefits are that the owner may send one-time tokens to co-workers to allow them temporary or permanent access to the property. Bluelock eliminates the need for remote controls and hence reduces the cost of access control whilst at the same time improving security. The company will also be launching is its Web-based rostering system and biometric time and attendance. Enter on the stand to win prizes.

Godrej has been providing security solutions that reaches homes, offices, industries and the hearts of millions across the nation. Demonstrations on their stand will include fire resisting safes, media safes, depository safes, home safes, institutional safes, fire resisting filing cabinets, strongroom doors and hotel safes. A hotel safe, up to the value of R2000, will be up for grabs. Stafix will be displaying various products from their comprehensive security range. Latest developments from the JVA electric fencing range, such as the ZLM4 low voltage monitor to the multi sector ZM50 will be on display. The latest Android and LCD keypad releases will be available to test. On the perimeter beam side, the latest Askari and Roboguard perimeter beams and interface products will be on show. In addition, the latest IP and HDCVI cameras and DVRs from CP Plus will be integrated into a working JVA perimeter patrol management system, showing its features and versatility in integrating electric fencing, beams, CCTV and access control.

ITUS-ID (to provide a highly specialised solution to identity theft. Using state of the art technology and forensic techniques, ITUS-ID is taking the fight straight to criminal syndicates and fraudsters who are making our lives a misery and costing South Africa billions of Rands every year. ITUS-ID places the individual back in authoritative control of their identity and tackles the core of identity theft.

Sparks & Ellis is one of South Africa’s leading uniform suppliers and manufacturers. It specialises in complete uniform solutions and offers clients a head-to-toe service. The company will be promoting its Softshell 2 jacket which can effectively replace a jersey as well as a jacket. Locally manufactured to meet specific client requirements, these lightweight jackets are warm as well as wind and water resistant. The outer fabric is smooth, easy to keep clean and exceptionally durable.

PSS Distributors will be introducing its new 12V 8Ah gel battery. The battery has been subjected to 100 repetitive tests that indicate a single battery can run a single PC for 40 minutes. This makes it ideal for alarm systems, access control, gate motors and other security related products. Jablotron’s 100 alarm system includes a hybrid panel with up to 15 partitions, 32 220 PGMs, voice dialler, and including LAN and GSM modules. True intruder verification is provided via the camera passives. The company is also launching the GD-04K, a universal GSM communicator that controls and reports the status of different appliances remotely via sms or dial-in instructions; and the JA-110C, an outdoor photo camera that allows the viewing of photos before and after an activation.

Entrust Datacard will showcase the recently enhanced Datacard® TruCredential™ Suite Software version 7.1 and the Datacard® CE840™ instant issuance system, a desktop embosser that allows for the issuance of  highly secure and personalized embossed cards on demand or in low-volume batches.

Abelard Underwriting Agency (FSP No. 28) are specialist liability and motor underwriters to the security industry. Underwriting on behalf of Lombard Insurance Company Limited (FSP no. 1596) and Guardrisk Insurance Company Limited (FSP No. 75), their team of experts has been involved with underwriting specialist products to the security industry for over 20 years. Written under their own bespoke wording cover includes security claims, products liability, professional indemnity, cover arising out of the use of firearms and the fidelity (dishonesty) of guards, money-in-transit and special events security. Motor policies can be written on a specified vehicle and fleet basis and includes armed response vehicles.

MiRO Distribution’s stand will be very interactive. There will be two areas where complete solutions running with wireless, cameras, software and analytics will be displayed, then there will be sections with only the brand-specific products. A further two satellite stands – one in Hall 2 and another in Hall 3 will contain a TV and cameras, together with wireless equipment. The images on these stands will be streamed live via the wireless connection to the main stand and then main stand images will be wirelessly streamed to the satellite stands to show the products and technology in action. The company will promote the newly acquired camera brand Uniview for the first time.

Visitor attractions at Securex 2016 include a New Products Display, the Ideco Networking Lounge and the Business Matchmaking Service sponsored by Ideco, which allows visitors to be pre-matched with relevant exhibitors. This initiative provides the opportunity for meetings to be arranged in advance of the exhibition, thereby maximising the visitor’s time at Securex 2016. The InFiRES seminar, hosted by FPASA will be run once again.

Debuting this year is the SAIDSA Tech Man Competition. The event involves 20 of the top certified technicians in South Africa competing to wire up an intruder alarm system within a specified time, according to strict criteria. They will be judged on neatness, correct standards and installation techniques. Securex is aligned with a number of industry bodies that include ASIS, ESDA, FFETA, FPASA, ISS, PSiRA, SAIS, SAIDSA, SASA and SIA.

Securex will again be co-located with A-OSH EXPO, Africa’s leading source for occupational health and safety (OHS) products and services. The exhibition, now in its sixth year, covers all aspects of OHS risk analysis and alleviation.
Visitors can pre-register online at www.securex.co.za to avoid the queues at the exhibition.

To book a stand or discuss a sponsorship package, prospective exhibitors are encouraged to contact Sven Riddle or Zelda Jordaan on: svenr@specialised.com or zeldaj@specialised.com or visit www.securex.co.za.