In 1979, nine districts and five cities in Bavaria, Germany, founded a joint association for the disposal of residual waste. They targeted future-oriented, environmentally friendly, and economical fulfilment of local statutory obligations. Now with 17 association members, ZMS (Zweckerverband
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Abu Dhabi Civil Defence Authority and e& Partnered to Activate Early Fire Detection Systems in Homes
The Abu Dhabi Civil Defence Authority and e& have partnered to activate early fire detection systems in homes by installing, operating and managing the “Hassantuk for Homes” electronic system, thereby enhancing preventive safety standards within homes across the UAE capital. The partnership covers the provision of smart infrastructure capable of detecting fires in
Imagine a world where hospital rooms are monitored in real-time to prevent falls, where healthcare providers can focus on delivering care instead of glancing at screens, and where every incident is caught before it becomes a crisis. This is the revolutionary impact of AI-powered video analytics in healthcare. Improving patient safety remains a top concern […]
Suprema, a global leader in AI-powered access control and security solutions, has achieved EN 60839-11-1:2013 Grade 3 certification, applicable to BioStar2 Access Control software and its access control hardware: door controllers, readers, and peripherals. This certification is a prestigious European security standard recognized by the ISO (International Organization for
Increasingly, customers see access control and security systems as integral to their premises. As a result, they expect the same attention to detail and design principles they find in other building products, in both the commercial and the residential sectors. The industry needs better design thinking to meet these changing demands. ‘Product design’ of course […]
To protect the important openings in their buildings, organizations need locks they can trust. This means more than just strength and attack resistance – although these are of course critical. They also need connectivity: efficient integration with existing systems to help facilities managers face challenges in the evolving physical and cyber-security landscape. An
“Zero intrusions is not a goal – it’s a must,” says Nemer Mdradas, Regional Director for the Middle East and North Africa at Gallagher, in an exclusive interview with a&s Middle East. From intelligent pulse fencing to digital twins and secure mobile credentials, Mdradas lays out a unified vision for security in critical infrastructure, where […]
TRASSIR’s AI-powered video analytics help Middle Eastern retailers combat theft, prevent fraud, and enhance operational efficiency in a rapidly growing market The retail industry in the Middle East is experiencing rapid growth, driven by rising consumer demand, large-scale shopping malls, and expanding supermarket chains. However, with this growth comes increased security
Genetec announced the AutoVu™ ALPR Analysis Reports plugin, an advanced investigation tool that expands ALPR-based forensic search capabilities within Genetec™ Security Center. The new plugin empowers law enforcement officers and investigators to quickly narrow down a pool of suspects using vehicle behavior patterns—specifically driving speed and travel cohorts. By
SALTO has once again underlined its commitment to quality and the environment, successfully coming through the ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 audits, which are designed to evaluate businesses in these two key areas and certify compliance with international standards. Furthermore, over the last year the organization has celebrated a new milestone, as SALTO Ireland’s offices […]



























