Everyone has something they need to protect. For some it’s personal and business material assets, for most it’s the safeguarding of family members and personnel, and for others it’s the protection of sensitive data. Finding solutions that are simultaneously budget-friendly and reliable is often an arduous task.

Securex 2017, held at Gallagher Convention Centre from 30 May to 1 June, provides businesses and private individuals with a common platform for all security- and fire-related solutions all under one roof.

“With over two decades of bringing together industry’s leading suppliers of security and fire technologies and services with risk and security market representatives, Securex has carved a niche as the go-to event for risk alleviation solutions. We have a very strong line-up of exhibitors at this year’s event, covering a multitude of security and fire aspects,” says Joshua Low, Securex Event Director at Specialised Exhibitions.

Remote monitoring is addressed by Keystone Electronic Solutions’ remote site management system (RSM). The company will be showcasing Project V – a stream on trigger solution that provides centrally managed video surveillance, triggered either through security events or alarms, or via a video-on-demand interface. The platform provides digital video recording (DVR) which archives either on the central Project V server or at the remote site. Integration with customer systems, such as network management systems, access management systems, trouble ticket management and reporting tools, can all be provided through an open integration Application Program Interface (API).  

Paxton’s Net2 Entry Touch Panel is the latest addition to the company’s door entry system. The new panel comes with a host of premium features, including a quality 7-inch colour touch screen and personalisation options, making it suitable for more sites than ever before.

IT solutions from Potevio International include LTE base stations, vehicle server, Ethernet switch, network management and dispatching integration client, digital trunking outdoor base station host, TETRA terminals and a wireless communications system solution for rail transportation and integrated public security system which incorporates a commanding and dispatching solution.

Procore Trading’s Intimus 9000 Degausser uses most modern APT technology to erase information from hard drives. The Intimus 9000 produces an erasing field many times stronger than those produced by the read/write heads in hard drives and tape drives. The field strength, along with the encompassing magnetic field, ensures the data is no longer recoverable by computer or laboratory attacks. In addition, the INTIMUS 60 CC6 is a Level 6/NSA, high-security shredder with advanced i-control technology, automated lighting/reverse and forward functions.

Mul-T-Lock®’s key and patented 20 telescopic-sizes pin system; mobile biometric reader; facial recognition systems; intelligent asset tracking; all-in-one digital video recorder; BN Soft Evardy S1 Black Box; Mobi-Black Box; rugged mobile DVR; surveillance cameras; T&A; vehicle security systems; RFID hotel locks and accessories will all be showcased at Securex.

ViRDI is launching the next generation of ViRDI biometric terminals. The AC2x00 series IP65 rated terminals, a new proximity card reader, together with the UNIS V4 Command and Control software, provide a formidable access control and T&A solution.

TimeTec Patrol provides a way to manage the guards patrolling business premises effectively. Using Near Field Communication (NFC) and Cloud computing technology to provide security firms with an effective patrolling app on Android NFC-infused smartphones, the app also allows the patrolling guards to report incidents, send photos, provide updates in real-time or request an S.O.S distress message to be sent to the manager in charge to maintain high levels of security at all times.

Anviz’s SecurityONE is an integration solution incorporating access control, video surveillance and alarm monitoring. It intelligently recognises entrance, exit, force open and other statuses. It can link with video to extract scene images, intelligent analysis, cloud upload, taking data analysis to identify the tracking path and access recording.

SecurityONE video surveillance supports intelligent recognition, intelligent event analysis, and video upload of event screenshots to the cloud, remote surveillance by a remote client and emergency alarm linkage.
Powell Tronics is celebrating its sixth consecutive year as an exhibitor at Securex. The company’s stand will feature the new Morpho Extreme, the Morpho V2 Tablet (with Powell Tronics’ ATOM and PT-ROLLCALL) and Impro’s Portal Range. The company will also have a surprise offering in its IP intercom range. Business card draws and prizes will run regularly on the stand and the sales team will be on hand to demonstrate all of the products and discuss solutions.

PSS Distributors will showcase its new SHC Series solar inverter. The inverter has features such as LCD display, battery input, AC input, solar panel input, built-in charge controller and battery charger. The LCD displays AC voltage, frequency, battery voltage and solar panel voltage. Units are easy to install and excellent for remote sites. 

Digital ID Technologies’ ID card printers from HID Fargo include the DTC5500LMX, a 600 dpi security transfer printer, and the new standalone IXLA laser engraver. Cards with a longer lifecycle and better printability are also available.

MultiVES is a digital voice evacuation and control system designed with a view to maximise safety in the work environment. Supplied by Soundcom, MultiVES is based on fibre optic Ethernet connections between control units and the other elements of the system which allows for its application in structures such as airport terminals, oil fields & refineries, shopping centres, mines, office complexes and virtually any scenario where audio evacuation and public address is needed.

Zonke’s Key Systems offers several methods to store, audit and manage keys and assets. The personalised cabinets are used to secure a variety of sensitive items in addition to keys. The two most widely used methods for storing keys are through direct entrapment and/or Tamper-Proof Key Rings®. Assets are assigned to one or more users based on pre-determined rules. PIN user access comes standard and many other access options are available.

Doculam offers both local and imported products to the market. Some new products being displayed this year include the WatchDog Body Worn Camera, the Suga Blu Active Patrol Baton and the Torch Camera. OnGuard’s real time monitoring system provides analysis, recording, interpersonal communication between guards on patrol and their supervisors, control room safeguards and detailed patrol reporting and backup data via a combination of intelligent hardware and software systems.

The Security Technology Store (STStore), an online store for well-known access control, intercoms, gate automation and CCTV security products into Africa, is relaunching at Securex 2017. The STStore gives DIY home and business end users the opportunity to secure their assets. The STStore team is available to assist with technical advice and support.

Focusing on the physical safekeeping of valuables, Godrej Security Solutions will have a range of strongroom doors, category safes, rifle safes, drop safes, fire-resistant filing cabinets, fire-resistant safes and security deposit lockers on show.

The 100% black owned SA Intelligence Fire Fighting distributes and installs pulse discharge superfine dry powder automatic fire fighting products. The powder is delivered by sealed conduit and floating powder is collected by the filter to prevent environmental pollution. The powder is filled to more than 7% in order to improve fire extinguishing performance.

SA-made Liberty Lockers offers a fresh approach to the secure locker environment. Aesthetically pleasing and highly functional secure structural elements form the core of the design principles, thereby providing a non-invasive form of secure storage with a fitted USB port to allow for cell phone recharging. The design offers both a free standing and wall mounted option, ideal for any outdoor or indoor environment.

Integrity Control Systems has a number of specialised, tamper-evident medical carriers for the healthcare sector, including insulated blood-in-transit bags, human tissue transport bags, vaccine carriers, medical records holdalls, ambulance bags, pharmacy bags, emergency services bags and personal property bags. All bags have a patented seal with unique serialisation for traceability.

The bags, with UN3373 biological substance category 4 compliance, can be used over 2 000 times and can be custom manufactured, coloured and printed. The company also supplies single-use, tamper-evident bags that are ideal for cash handling, valuables, sensitive documentation, forensic evidence, pharmaceuticals, keys, mining samples and duty-free articles.

HISSCO products cover the entire spectrum of detection including security X-Ray machines with single and multi-view capabilities, advanced CT systems for automatic explosive detection, hand-held and walk-through metal detectors, radiation-free body scanners and explosive trace detectors.

Cathexis Technologies will highlight the new features of its flagship product, CathexisVision, a comprehensive business intelligence tool to enhance operational efficiencies. ZKTeco South Africa is launching new products for entrance control solutions. Within the range is the new biometric full height turnstile, which features a modular design, visible indicator, semi- automatic mechanism and SUS304 stainless steel cabinet that allows for its application in industrial facilities, corporate security, government security and public transportation. The SLK20M is one of a number of SilkID module products being launched.

It is the smallest optical embedded module in the world and can be flexibly integrated with various system applications without requiring any additional accessories. The stand will also showcase new products for inspection control solutions and smart locks. Exciting competitions on the hour and three prizes up to the value of R10 000 are a further drawcard.

HiTek Security will highlight CCTV, alarm systems and home automation products from Provision-ISR, INIM Electronics and DUEVI, including a 4MP (4K) AHD camera and the latest (H.265) technology in its 4 and 5 MP IP camera and NVR range. Not only does this technology enhance video quality, even with increased compression rate, it also uses up to 50% less storage space, 50% less bandwidth and 50% lower bitrate. ProvisionISR’s reliable analytics and POS solutions allows easy integration with IP and AHD technology.
Amax is launching its Estate Management system (EMS).

The Amax EMS platform integrates all Amax systems. Although it communicates with each system, each remains independent from the other. It combines AMAX Fingerprint Access control, Amax Intercom System, Amax Electric Fence, Amax Energy monitoring, Amax Time & Attendance Axis will have various new products and technologies on display at Securex 2017.

Some of these include the AXIS Q6055-C PTZ camera which provides the highest video quality and performance in environments such as deserts, where high ambient temperatures and solar radiation require cameras to operate in extreme heat. The AXIS Q1659 network camera offers ultra-high image resolution for surveillance in superb detail at 8 frames per second. The IP66-rated, outdoor-ready AXIS Q87 Bispectral PTZ network camera series comprises the AXIS Q8741-E (30x optical zoom and focus recall) and the AXIS Q8742-E.

Easi-card makes and supplies printed and non-printed plastic cards for the security access ID, banking and retail industries. The company stocks a number of access ID blank cards including MiFare 1k, 4k, DesFire Ev1 8k, 125 kHz prox and the whole range of HID cards and credentials. The company also stocks and offers the full range of Datacard card printers and supplies.

Upcoming new products from ELID include ER929 Shake Thru’ Mobile Access multi-technology reader, perfectly suited for car park barrier access applications with an extended reading range of up to 5 metres for both smartphones or long-range active tags. In addition, the Sphere is an integrated security system suitable for organisations that demand high-level access points and input and output points. It is equipped with high-level encryption on TCP/IP local area network infrastructure.

Jablotron will be launching its J150R wireless one-way repeater, extending communication range up to 300 metres in open areas, making it particularly useful where obstacles are apparent. A back-up booster box will increase the efficiency of wired installations and allows an increase from the original 500 up to 1 000 metres on the smaller system and an increase from 1 000 metres up to 2 000 metres on the larger system. A multifunction thermometer can be used as a standalone version or integrated into a Jablotron system. New passive wired and wireless cameras with a 90° angle are also being launched, together with a new wireless receiver – the J111R.

Tagtron Solutions will showcase the Proudly South African © Tagtron AM EAS system and Tagtron Library SelfCheck units, fully designed and manufactured in SA. Also launching is the affordable EM Retailor system; Display Security and RFID Vehicle Access Control.

In addition to these and other high-end technologies and services, popular visitor attractions at Securex 2017 will include the Securex Seminar Theatre; the New Products Display; the FPASA InFIReS Workshop; the ESDA breakfast and the SAIDSA Techman Competition. For the first time, Genesis K9 Group (GK9) is hosting a stand with live demonstrations of highly trained security and detection dogs.

Also new to Securex 2017 is the launch of a technical training component. Two morning and two afternoon sessions covering various topics such as Surveillance for the entrepreneur (targeting end users and installers), IP surveillance and remote deployment (targeting entrepreneurs), Storage know-how (targeting installers), and IP convergence possibilities and solutions in industry (targeting installers and end users), have been scheduled.

Full details of each training session are available at www.trainingtech.co.za. Underlining the exhibition’s credibility is the endorsement by several recognised industry associations and institutions that include ESDA, FFETA, FPASA, PSIRA, SAIDSA, SANSEA, SASA and SIA

To visit the show please register at www.securex.co.za or contact Leigh Miller on leighm@specialised.com