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Integration, Audio & Video Drive Intercom Advances
Today’s intercoms don’t have a one-size-fits-all application. They are almost always integrated with one or more security technologies.
Securing High-End Retail Stores
Luxury retailers are enjoying a business boom, but inventories… Read More
New Aiphone IX Series Video Intercoms Bring Enhanced CCTV Control, Backwards Compatibility
Aiphone’s IX Series 2 peer-to-peer video intercoms also offer session initiation protocol (SIP) compatibility, line supervision and more.
Catoosa elementary schools add new security feature
Two elementary schools in Catoosa added security systems to their front doors, so staff members can see visitors before buzzing them inside the building. Denise Carlton has worked at the front office at Cherokee Elementary for 15 years. See the link below for the full story. https://www.kjrh.com/news/local-news/catoosa-elementary-schools-add-new-security-feature
Four Keys to Securing K-12 Campus Entries
The challenges of keeping inappropriate people out of a K-12 school have led many campus administrators to rethink how they control building entries. Unwanted visitors ranging from a non-custodial parent to an active shooter have too often entered a school through an easily accessible door. However, there are steps security experts agree can… Read More
Kaplan High School first in parish to receive new security system
Kaplan High School is taking extra measures to make sure its students and faculty are safe. The school is the first in the parish to start using a new security system. Once doors are closed, administrators and employees must use their key fobs to get inside. Students… Read More
Butte Central High School to improve security system
BUTTE, Mont. — Butte Central High School administrators say they’re working on new security features to keep their students safer. It was one of the topic’s discussed during Thursday night’s State of Events meeting. “It’s phenomenal how much money is going into our school safety,” said Principal JP Williams. ADVERTISING… Read More
Kaplan High School first in parish to receive new security system
VERMILION PARISH – Kaplan High School is taking extra measures to make sure its students and faculty are safe. The school is the first in the parish to start using a new security system. Once doors are closed, administrators and employees must use their key fobs to get inside. Students… Read More
D-11 stepping up security at three elementary schools
D-11 stepping up security at three elementary schools (Colorado) COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KKTV) – Three elementary schools in District 11 will soon be more secure thanks to a nearly $650,000 state grant. D-11 was awarded $647,014 through the School Security Disbursement program, a state grant that was given to 95… Read More
Albemarle Schools hopeful to implement security measures by 2023
ALBEMARLE COUNTY, Va. (CBS19 NEWS) — Albemarle County Public Schools will be looking to take more measures to make sure kids and staff are safe over the next few years. The long-range advisory committee presented the Albemarle County School Board a report about three new initiatives to improve… Read More
Jones County Schools introduces new security enhancements
Jones County Schools introduces new security enhancements By Quametra Wilborn | July 30, 2019 at 3:31 PM CDT – Updated July 30 at 7:02 PM JONES COUNTY, Miss. (WDAM) – The Jones County School District has applied new security measures for faculty and visitors entering its elementary schools. “Our… Read More
Five county schools getting vestibules to improve security
Five county schools getting vestibules to improve security Five Frederick County schools are getting upgrades that will add layers of security before visitors can get through the front door. The County Council voted Tuesday to spend about $390,000 in state grants to fund the security improvements. The… Read More
SouthCoast Schools Add New Security Systems Against Shooters
Several SouthCoast schools are installing new security equipment to protect students and staff from the increased risk of school shootings. Read more about how they approached the issue.
Garfield School District Re-2 improves security with new Aiphone system
Community members, parents, students and staff in the Re-2 school district will notice a change to security at schools next week. On Monday, all 10 Re-2 schools and the district office will begin using the Aiphone security systems at the main entrance. The Aiphone has a video camera,… Read More
State of the Market:
Access Control
Adam Reed, Director of Sales, for the western regions of the United States, sums up what many in the industry seem to be feeling, which reflects an ongoing optimism and confidence that the industry will weather any potential hiccups. “From a broader perspective, the industry (and the economy as a… Read More
Video Intercoms Take Center Stage:
Article by SDM
Video intercoms are emerging as an increasingly integral component of overall security systems. Today’s video intercoms have continued to evolve and touch many different aspects of security, making them tremendously valuable in the overall physical security ecosystem. Aiphone’s tech-guru, Paul Hefty is a featured contributor to SDM’s June 2020… Read More
Securing A Hospital Campus
Securing a hospital campus is very different from protecting a typical commercial building. Hospitals have many more access points, as well as hundreds-to thousands of patients and employees to protect in a facility operating 24/7. The COVID-19 pandemic has now highlighted the need to add access restrictions for both visitors… Read More
Touchless Security Solutions are Here to Stay
“Touchless security.” This has become a major buzzword phrase — due to COVID, of course — as end user customers are seeking reliable, easy-to-implement security solutions that eliminate touch points. While some companies are designing new solutions, others are choosing to retrofit solutions to support this touchless world that is… Read More
How to Manage Visitors on Campus
Schools, universities and hospitals must be able to screen visitors to their facilities, but how can they accomplish this important task? In his interview with Campus Safety, Aiphone’s Brad Kamcheff gives some helpful tips on visitor management. Read the full article here. Read More
Pandemic Forcing Campuses to Make Big Access Control Changes
The coronavirus is impacting everything from policies to technology uses, according to the 2020 Campus Safety Access Control, Lock and Lockdown Survey. As with everything else in our world right now, COVID-19 is significantly impacting many aspects of campus access control. Read Aiphone’s contributions in the full article… Read More
Aiphone Featured in ONVIF.org
As many educational institutions have begun some version of a hybrid approach to the school year, they are faced with new policies, restrictions and uncertainty with what the school landscape will look like in the future. With technology needed to assist in maintaining occupancy limits, social distancing, as well as… Read More
Explore What’s New in Entry Control in the Security Industry
Manufacturers have been working on entry control solutions seemingly tailor-made for the post-COVID-19 world for years. 2020 has been a big year for innovation in the security industry — and entry control is far from exempt. The COVID-19 pandemic has put an increased focus on the entrance, as many… Read More
COVID and Visitor Management in Multi-Tenant Facilities
How IP intercom systems can help ease the burden that the pandemic has placed on end-users in this market. The first half of 2020 has brought a number of challenges for facility managers in all sectors. With new health and safety guidelines, multi-tenant facilities must continue to adapt –… Read More
Aiphone IX-EA IP Video Door Station Intercom is Weatherproof
The Aiphone IX-EA is a weather-resistant IP video door station which allows that video to be streamed on third party devices. Aiphone, an intercom and security communication manufacturer, introduces the IX-EA IP video door station intercom to the IX Series portfolio. The IX-EA is a surface mount, weather-resistant IP… Read More
Aiphone Announces Intercom Entrance Station is Now Hearing Aid-compatible
Integration will offer enhanced audio capabilities for individuals wearing T-coil-compatible hearing aids This integration allows the IXG-DM7-HID IP Video Entrance Station to send out an electromagnetic signal that the T-Coil within a person’s hearing aid picks up – allowing the hearing aid and the intercom system to directly connect… Read More
Software Transforms Computers Into Intercom Systems
Aiphone has introduced its IX Series PC Master Station Software. The IX-SOFT is capable of transforming any computer into an intercom with an intuitive interface. This PC-based intercom solution is ideal for a range of customer types, as it fits into everyday scenarios with ease. Whether the need is… Read More
Ushering in a New Era of Intercoms for Mass Notification
Intercom systems have long been a fixture on educational campuses of all sizes. From your basic audio-only system to an IP video intercom, intercoms have been a go-to solution because they are cost-effective and easy to use. Mass notification, however, has become a must-have for campuses of all… Read More
How Intercoms Can Improve Health and Safety on Campus
In this article published by Campus Safety, Aiphone’s Tech Expert, Paul Hefty talks about how combining intercom technology with video surveillance can help organizations do a better job of managing visitors, occupancy and security. https://www.campussafetymagazine.com/news/how-intercoms-can-improve-health-and-safety-on-campus/… Read More
What are the security challenges of protecting SMBs?
Small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) make huge contributions to the economy overall. Considered individually, they may not be as large as companies in the enterprise market, but they have big requirements when it comes to security. SMBs also present unique challenges to security manufacturers and integrators seeking to serve their… Read More
Home is Where the Security Is
In an article published by Security System News, our very own Paul Hefty, Technical Sales & Support Engineer II, is a featured expert. Read more about video intercom systems providing critical safety option for homeowners. Read the full article here. … Read More
Video Intercoms For A Smarter, Safer Workspace
Though many office workers across the globe have found themselves working remotely for the past year, we are seeing a bit of a silver lining, as vaccine rollouts hint at a return to some pre-pandemic sense of normalcy. Going forward, offices and other workspaces will be tasked… Read More
Aiphone Provides IX Series Video Intercom To Enhance Visitor Management System For Littleton Public Schools
Keeping out unwanted visitors is a major task in a district with 16,000 students, 2,500 employees and 2,100 regular volunteers. Aiphone’s IX Series and a visitor management system work together to control and protect each school’s single visitor entry. Aiphone solutions were applied to this Littleton Colorado public school,… Read More
Which Security Technologies Are
Becoming Outdated Or Obsolete?
by Security Informed | 19 Apr 2021 When technology performs a required task effectively, there is little reason to upgrade to the ‘next big thing’. In this regard, the physical security market is notoriously slow to change. Read more about what members had to say… Read More
Which Security Technologies Will Be Useful In A Post-Pandemic World?
In the past few weeks, the light at the end of the COVID-19 tunnel has brightened, providing new levels of hope that the worst of the pandemic is behind us. Dare we now consider what life will be like after the pandemic is over? Considering the possible impact on our… Read More
The Increasing Importance of
Intercoms and Entry Control
Like the access control market as a whole, intercoms and entry control products are facing many changes due to the coronavirus pandemic. Controlling who enters your building is more important than ever, and the proper entry control system is what keeps employees, visitors and tenants safe, secure and healthy. … Read More
What Are The Latest Trends In Perimeter Security Technology?
Perimeter security is the first line of defense against intruders entering a business or premises. Traditionally associated with low-tech options such as fencing, the field of perimeter security has expanded in recent years and now encompasses a range of high-tech options. Security Informed asked this week’s Expert Panel Roundtable:… Read More
Which Security Markets Are Embracing Touchless And Contactless Systems?
The idea of touchless systems has gained new levels of prominence during the last year, driven by the global COVID-19 pandemic. Contactless systems have been part of the industry’s toolbox for decades, while technologies like facial and iris recognition are finding new uses every day. Security Informed asked this… Read More
How Has Security Industry Training Changed In The Last Year?
In-person training sessions were mostly canceled during the worst of the COVID-19 pandemic. However, the need for training continued, and in some cases increased, as the security industry sought to adapt to the changing business climate of a global emergency. So how well did we as an industry adjust? … Read More
Video Intercoms: A Multipurpose Access System
Over the past few years, it’s become increasingly common for residents of multifamily housing to outfit their residences with smart, connected devices. Security demands are no different. Read the full article, featuring Aiphone’s Marty Schutt, published by Locksmith Ledger here. Read More
An Essential Access
Once thought to be a basic security tool, intercoms can now be combined with video and other security peripherals. offering decision-makers the ability to solve multiple pain points. Read the full article published by Campus Security & Life Safety, featuring Aiphone’s Paul Hefty here. Read More
Essential Security Trends For FMs
Security in this day and age is not an option, it’s an absolute necessity whether it involves physical or logistical protection. For a facility manager, it’s important to understand the common risks, uncommon security threats, and cyber security issues, along with the most efficient and available solutions. Read More
Back To School: Best Practices For A Holistic Approach To Security
In the past decade, we’ve seen an unfortunate increase in gun-related incidents on school campuses, making security and policy efforts a top priority for educational facilities nationwide. While the causes for this increase are hotly debated in and around the education community, the facts remain that specific steps can be… Read More
Residential Security in a Post-Pandemic World
Intercoms have been a communication staple for years, especially in the education, healthcare, workplace and residential spaces. In this article, Marty Schutt, director of sales at Aiphone shares with SIA – a few reasons why video intercoms are an essential component of residential facility security. Read the full article,… Read More
6 Key Trends that Define Today’s Intercoms
Intercoms are important devices that control access to buildings. Overtime, they have evolved into advanced devices that meet end users’ various needs. This article identifies some of the latest trends in intercoms. Learn more – Read the full article here
What’s New in Access Control?
The events of the past year increased the demand for comprehensive and efficient access control systems. Beyond basic security, many condo corporations are searching for solutions to ensure resident health safety, as well as systems designed to be streamlined and as contactless as possible. Read Full Article.
Best Practices for Keeping Students Safe
September issue of PUPN – Private University Products and News – Aiphone is featured for our Best Practices for Keeping Students Safe, in their Sept 21, 2021 issue of PUPN magazine. Read the full article, here: https://www.pupnmag.com/issues/september-2021/
3 Surprising Facts About Intercoms in the Post-Pandemic Era
In this exclusive article, ASMag’s writer, William Pao, discusses 3 surprising facts about intercoms in the post-pandemic era. Read more here: 3 surprising facts about intercoms in the post-pandemic era
Pandemic Boosts Tech Trends in Condo Security
In this article written for CondoBusiness, Aiphone’s Director of Canada speaks about how the pandemic has impacted the security markets for condominiums, and other what’s new in access control. Read the full article here: Pandemic boosts tech trends in condo security
Aiphone IX-SOFT Software Introduces Adaptor to Turn PCs Into Intercom System
Since the adaptor uses inputs to send task commands to specific PC stations, it is said to provide increased security by remaining in a secure location instead of physically at the station. REDMOND, Wash. — Aiphone, a manufacturer of intercom and security communication products, announces it has enhanced the… Read More
Enhanced IXG Series by Aiphone
Click to read the full article featured in Facility Executive, February 2022… Read More
How Intercoms Can Provide Touch-Free Access Control Options
The global pandemic has resulted in many people reconsidering priorities and the way we go about daily life — specifically keeping ourselves and those around us safe. To meet demand, the security industry has developed and implemented new technologies to help minimize the spreading of germs. Click to read… Read More
An Increased Balance
At warehouses and distribution centers, the receiving department can be extremely busy, making it a challenge for a warehouse manager to monitor and respond to all activities at once. A mobile application can enable the warehouse manager to receive a notification when a new truck comes to the entrance gate. Read More
Modern intercoms: Innovative, integrative and empathetic to the disabled
Intercoms play an important role in commercial and residential properties. This article examines the latest in intercom systems and looks at how they can suit the needs of different users, including those with disabilities. Intercoms are important security devices that establish initial connections between visitors and the people they’re visiting. Growth… Read More
A Medical Enhancement
Located in Marin County in Northern California, Marin- Health Medical Center is a 327- bed, independent medical facility serving the North Bay community. Since its opening in 1952, MarinHealth Medical Center has seen many changes, including a steady increase in its surrounding population. New mandates require hospitals to implement various… Read More
Will 2022 be the year for ‘touchless’ security? Why or why not?
Touchless security has continued to rise since 2020 because of health concerns associated with the pandemic and will likely continue in an upward trajectory this year. Technologies such as touchless intercoms will stay relevant in 2022 as traditional access control no longer suffices for many markets. By equipping sensors that… Read More
ISC West Returns For 2022, And It’s Just Like Old Times
ISC West is back in a big way in 2022, taking Las Vegas by storm with a level of attendance and enthusiasm that makes it seem like 2019 all over again. There are few face masks to get in the way of long-overdue person-to-person communications; no social distancing as the… Read More
Access Control is Opening Doors to More Than Security
Once relegated to simple locks and card reader panels, access control is assuming a starring role in overall business operations and security integrators are capitalizing on this trend. Access control is having a red carpet moment. While access control has been part of an integrated platform for many… Read More
Pandemic Changes in Building Access Are Here to Stay: Moving Toward Mobile Access and Touchless Sensors
Security in multitenant buildings and condominium complexes has been evolving for many years. Property managers continuously look for ways to ensure the safety and security of individual living spaces, as well as common and shared areas, and the events of the past two years increased the already existing demand for… Read More
5 Tips for a Top-Notch Intercom Installation
Intercom and security communications remain the cornerstone of perimeter physical security protection and detection. Read More
How Can Security Address Challenges In The Government Market?
Security is critical in the government sector, as much as any other vertical. Successful systems must promote public safety while also facing onerous requirements when it comes to cybersecurity. From a global perspective, the world seems less safe than ever before, suggesting an even greater role for security technologies. We… Read More
On the Scene at GSX: Aiphone has simple security message
On the Scene at GSX: Aiphone has simple security message New products fit with the company’s theme of delivering a superior experience Aiphone has a simple message at GSX 2022: The company delivers a superior security experience. This comes from its years of experience in delivering superior customer service and… Read More
Communicating The Value Of Security To The Public
Generally speaking, security becomes a topic of conversation among the general public only after something bad has happened. The context in these situations is: What went wrong? Largely absent from awareness by the public at large is how often things go right; that is, how often security systems work as… Read More
Aiphone’s Technology Partner, i-PRO introduces latest enhancements in VMS
i-PRO Americas Inc., a pioneer in professional security solutions for surveillance and public safety, announces the latest enhancements to its Video Insight (VI) VMS featuring live maps, enhanced Vaxtor LPR integration supporting vehicle make, model, and color (MMC), body-worn camera streaming, and third-party integrations.
What’s New In The Integration Of Video And Access Control?
Integration of access control and video has been a reality for decades. The combination of our industry’s dominant technologies provides a one-two punch when it comes to maximizing the security benefits of a system. Access control tracks ‘events,’ while video provides visibility into those events. But the benefits of integrating… Read More
Expect Big Growth in INTERCOMS & ENTRY CONTROL SYSTEMS
New, integrated systems that are used to screen visitors, view video footage, verify credentials and improve processes are in high demand by today’s sophisticated customers. LIKE MOST OTHER ASPECTS of the electronic security industry, today’s intercoms and entry control systems are capable of much more than simply controlling ingress and… Read More
Aiphone Honored in Inaugural SecurityInfoWatch Readers’ Choice Awards
Leading security industry online portal announces top products after more than 1,650 security pros participate in online voting Nov. 2, 2022 — Aiphone is pleased to announce that its IX-DVM Video Intercom has been named a winner in the inaugural SecurityInfoWatch.com Readers’ Choice Product Awards in the COVID-19 Mitigation… Read More
What Are The New Developments In Networking And Connectivity For Security?
Connectivity is literally the difference between products operating individually and those combined into a more powerful system. Many of the devices that connect today’s security products reflect mature technologies that have been proven over time. However, innovation is also driving the need for new approaches to connectivity and networking. We… Read More
Locksmith Ledger: Aiphone Featured in Top Products: A Look Ahead
In December of each year, Locksmith Ledger takes a look at the top products of the year. These are products that readers show the most interest in through their online clicks as well as products that command the most attention of our editors. But what about a look ahead? What… Read More
Enhancing Parking Lot Emergency Communication
By using emergency communication systems such as intercoms and emergency towers can enhance parking lot safety.
Making Sure MDUs Think of You
Commercial and residential multidwelling buildings represent vast opportunities for security solutions sales and service. Here’s what you need to know and do.
How intercoms add value in securing cannabis retail
The cannabis industry needs to monitor every aspect of the business in order to provide a safe and secure environment for customers and employees. Video intercom systems enhance security and customer experience in the retail cannabis market.
PSA Network Expands Elite P3 Technology Partner Program And Unveils 2023 P3 Partners
The PSA Network (PSA), the world’s largest consortium of professional systems integrators, announces the PSA Partner Program (P3) members for 2023. These strategic partnerships empower PSA integrators to enhance their services to end-users and remain competitive.
Enhancing Parking Lot Emergency Communication with Intercoms and Emergency Towers
Parking lots and parking garages come with their own unique set of security challenges. Because parking structures are often quite large, void of many people, and usually located far away from a physical building, it’s more challenging to ensure the safety of users. In a large parking garage, the ability… Read More
Aiphone Launches IX Series Kit
Aiphone‘s new IX Series kit is a preprogrammed box set complete with a video intercom system that is ready to install right out of the box. The recently-introduced IXS-HBDV includes a video door station, a video master station, PoE switch, and a USB drive with instructions and videos on how… Read More
State of the Market 2023: Why Access Control Is Hitting on All Cylinders
The access control sector is viewed with much optimism due to increasing adoption of new technologies and integration with other security systems, among other factors fueling rising growth.
Building communication within a multi-layered school security approach
It’s important that schools should include multiple layers of security to ensure a secure campus environment that protects the front door, hallways and classrooms.
Intercoms Improve Security and Communication in College Lecture Halls
many campus-wide security efforts have focused on installing keycards to secure education buildings and dormitories, and surveillance cameras to monitor parking lots, building interiors, and outdoor common areas. … Read More
Enhancing Visitor Management Through Access Control
Organizations of all types have made it a priority to better track who is coming and going inside their facilities and on their property. Organizations are now benefiting from technology-based visitor management solutions that replace paper logs and paper name badges… Read More
New Security Features as Students Return for New School Year
School security continues to be a pressing issue in all parts of the United States. Administrators at several schools within the Granite School District in Salt Lake City, UT. spent the summer installing security video intercoms from Aiphone to increase safety on campus. Watch the news report from KGUN9… Read More
East Texas school districts are investing in security
HENDERSON, Texas — School districts across East Texas are preparing for the start of a new year by investing in additional security measures including Aiphone Video Intercoms. Visitors will… Read More
Security Journals Americas EXCLUSIVE: Layered thinking for school security
As school security continues to improve, so does the diversification of security solutions implemented, integrated and leveraged with existing systems. Access control systems, emergency towers and intercoms can all be seamlessly integrated with surveillance to provide a comprehensive, layered school security program.
Layered Thinking in School Campus Security: Security Journals America Digital Issue
Marketing manager Brad Kamcheff explains how intercoms and access control systems can combine to provide a layered approach to school security. Digital publication from Security Journals America.
Aiphone introduces AC Nio, intuitive and modern access control management software
With AC Nio, customers get access to an easy-to-use and customizable dashboard that provides the tools needed to manage daily access control credentials, run reports, set schedules, and program the AC Series access control solution.
ONVIF Member roundtable: How ONVIF benefits the intercom market
Intercoms are often an essential element in a building’s security, providing entrance control and convenience for both occupants and visitors. Many of these devices incorporate video and audio, and are used in many different applications, including multi-family buildings, schools and corporate settings. Four leading intercom manufacturers and… Read More
Case Study: Mishkan Learning Center Upgrades Intercom System to Better Manage Flow of Visitors
In any given year, the Mishkan Learning Center and Day Camp, in Bridgeport, Connecticut, serves hundreds of individuals, from toddlers to adults. With so many people coming and going from its facility for a variety of programs, Mishkan Learning Center wanted to keep the main entrance secure, however it needed… Read More
Leveraging the Advantages of Access Control and Intercom Integration
Trusted and cost effective, intercoms have long been a mainstay in the entry control space. They are recognized as one of the first tried and true technologies to manage access into controlled areas. Today, they continue to be successfully deployed in environments such as multitenant facilities, educational institutions, health care… Read More
SSN INTERVIEWS AIPHONE’S SPENCER BRITENSTINE AND BRAD KAMCHEFF
The past year has proven to be an eventful one for the Aiphone Corporation as the company expanded both in size and scope. In April this year Security Systems News (SSN) reported on the intercom company’s release of a suite of access control solutions called the AC series,… Read More
Access Control & Cybersecurity: Threats and Remedies
A PRESENTATION made during the 2023 Black Hat Security Conference last August caused a stir in the physical security industry by exposing multiple vulnerabilities and weaknesses of the open standard used for secure communication of physical access control systems (PACS). The talk — titled “Badge of Shame: Breaking Into… Read More
Selecting an intercom system for business: 4 factors to consider
Intercom systems play an important role in securing residential and commercial properties. For business users, what should they look for when selecting an intercom system that best fits their needs? This article takes a closer look. Intercom systems for business allow visitors to communicate directly with the host/receptionist… Read More
Five reasons a building needs a peer-to-peer based IP intercom system
Aiphone’s John Hemp, Director of Sales Midwest, offers his expertise around peer-to-peer IP intercom systems. Intercom systems can provide a facility with a significant amount of security and control, enabling users to effectively communicate with other individuals through a building and manage the flow of visitors. Over the years, this… Read More
PSA Network Unveils 2024 P3 Partners
The PSA Network, the world’s largest consortium of professional systems integrators, announced the PSA Partner Program (P3) members for 2024. The P3 program is a performance-based initiative designed for technology partners. It assesses and categorizes partners according to a set of criteria that mirror their achievements and impact within the network.
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