A SPECIAL SECTION Profiles IN TECHNOLOGY

Zebra Card Printers Are Helping Government Agencies Improve Security Worldwide

With the increased importance of access control and security, agencies are making sure to include a large number of security features in their IDs. Features can either be embedded into the cards or added in the printing process. When issuing agencies keep both personnel databases and card security elements on-site, they are able to leverage inherent security advantages that derive from a combination of media features, printer capabilities, database verification, and special security, such as covert and forensic features. With Zebra card printers:

• Media features include surface quality, durability and built-in security elements that can be customized.

• Printer capabilities encompass high-resolution graphics plus covert features printed at the time of issue.

• Database verification consists of a central archive of cardholder data, including photo, personal statistics, employee number, date, time and place of issue.

• Special security features are shared only with customers to protect their covert qualities.

Zebra card printers allow agencies to incorporate features into photo ID cards, such as holographs and micro-printing, which help deter counterfeiting while making authentication easier and more reliable. For example, many state driver’s license bureaus deploy multiple security images or holograms to increase the difficulty of counterfeiting.

Numerous agencies use card stock with pre-printed security features, including ultraviolet-visible text and graphics; and others add micro-printing text, with deliberate random font changes and misspellings, to deter counterfeiting. Pre-printed serial numbers can also be incorporated into card stock. With so many options, there’s no wonder why government agencies prefer Zebra card printers.

To learn more about our products call 866-569-9078 or visit www.zebracard.info/government.

For more than 37 years, Aiphone Corporation has provided a broad line of commercial, industrial, institutional, educational and residential entry security and communication systems. From simple door answering units to sophisticated video entry security systems, microprocessor-based communication systems and high-power paging systems, Aiphone fulfills various communication needs with our expansive collection of products. With over 30 different systems, we can create a solution for virtually any intercom application. Aiphone’s newest intercom system, the AX Series, offers communication that integrates with other security components such as access control systems and CCTV systems.

We’re proud of our reputation for high quality products, with unsurpassed reliability that assures total customer satisfaction. Aiphone is the only intercom manufacturer to receive ISO-9001:2000 certification as well as The Deming Prize, the highest international award for quality control.

For more information on how Aiphone products can add communication to your security system, visit www.aiphone.com or call us at 800-692-0200.

DirecDoor^™

POWER-OVER-ETHERNET-ENABLED DOOR CONTROLLER

The DirecDoor controller from GE Security provides simplified access control installation for up to two doors — saving both time and money. This access controller combines two-reader and two-door capability with Power-over-Ethernet (PoE) IP functionality. The DirecDoor controller integrates with GE’s Facility Commander® Wnx, Secure Perfect®, and Picture Perfect^™ access control and integrated security management software.

The DirecDoor controller mounts on the secure side of the door, thereby providing a much better solution than an IP reader. Unlike a less secure IP reader solution, whose Ethernet port, card database and access to the door strike relay lie outside the protected area, the DirecDoor controller significantly reduces the possibility that security could be compromised.

The DirecDoor controller can utilize PoE or can be powered by a local power supply. It powers the door lock hardware in its PoE configuration. Its simple plug-in installation significantly reduces labor costs and allows new doors to be efficiently controlled using online access systems. With the DirecDoor controller, up to two doors may be independently controlled. It provides connections for two readers (Wiegand or Supervised F/2F), two door contacts, two REX devices and a total of two of either door-strike relay(s) and/or magnetic lock(s) for a complete installation.
www.gesecurity.com/direcdoor

Hirsch Verification Station, Model RUU-201

The Verification Station from Hirsch Electronics delivers identity verification for the government/FIPS 201 and private sectors. The Verification Station is one of the first true “edge readers” on the market and is almost certainly the most sophisticated, integrated and secure edge reader available. The Security Industry Association recently recognized the product with the prestigious Special Achievement Award for outstanding technical innovation.

The Verification Station is one of the industry’s first 4-factor authentication devices: card, code, fingerprint, and PKI certificate check. It is a multipurpose device that can be used at card issuance to verify the card recipient’s identity before card handover, as a door/gate controller, as an enrollment device to populate a physical access control system with card data, and as a standalone or networked verification station to verify identities anytime, anywhere. The Verification Station integrates several technologies including a privacy-sensitive scrambling keypad, contact and contactless smart card readers, biometric fingerprint reader and LCD display. The unit is IP-addressable and includes ports for door or other relay, Ethernet, Wiegand, RS-485 and RS-232.

The Verification Station is part of Hirsch’s integrated, end-to-end solution for identity management and HSPD-12/FIPS 201 compliance.

For more information, please visit http://www.hirschelectronics.com/Government_programs.asp or call 949-250-8888 ext. 140.

CommScope Enterprise Solutions: SYSTIMAX iPatch System

In the challenging, resource-constrained military environment where the network is mission-critical, the SYSTIMAX^® iPatch^® system from CommScope Enterprise Solutions provides insight into a part of the network that is vital to performance — the physical layer. iPatch is an interactive, automated system for efficient physical network management, better security and faster trouble shooting. In addition to providing interactive, real-time control over both copper and fiber connections, the JITC-tested and approved iPatch system performs Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP) auto-discovery of network elements and generates appropriate alarms whenever unexpected or unauthorized physical connection changes occur in the network. iPatch enables unauthorized or suspicious network connections to be identified, physically located and countered. This provides network operators and users confidence that their network infrastructure is properly configured, reliable and secure.

iPatch is comprised of intelligent copper and fiber patch panels, a Rack Manager Plus unit and System Manager software. Rack Manager Plus is used to gather and communicate connectivity data from iPatch panels in a rack or cabinet and updates the iPatch database on the status of connections and reports any changes immediately. The iPatch System Manager Software lets users manage, monitor and control infrastructure connectivity from their desk via an intuitive interface program. Thus, in addition to added security, the iPatch system brings with it the capability to automate routine management tasks and assist technicians to complete work orders and services provisioning. As a result, the system cuts running costs and increases productivity as managers achieve more efficient use of their network’s vital resources.
www.systimax.com

Thales e-Security is an innovative global specialist in security solutions for electronic payments and high-value transactions in the government, financial services and corporate enterprise markets. In protecting the flow of information through networks, Thales e-Security has developed a full range of solutions that build on the company’s core competencies of cryptography and tamper-resistant hardware. The company combines over 25 years of expertise in management, services, integration and technology innovation to deliver the world’s premiere specialized network and payment security solutions.

Secure connectivity is key in protecting your mission-critical information with the most scalable, easy-to-use high-performance encryptors available today. The Thales Datacryptor is ideal for low latency, high-speed optical and Ethernet networks. The high-performance Datacryptor uses AES 256-bit key encryption in a rack mountable dual/redundant platform. The high-speed Datacryptors is FIPS 140-2, Level 2 certified and pending Common Criteria EAL 3 certification. The Thales Datacryptor product line supports Gigabit Ethernet, OC-3, OC-12, OC-48 and OC-192 in a software upgradeable platform allowing you the ability to grow your network while protecting your investment. The entire Datacryptor family is easily managed and deployed from the Thales Element Manager.

In addition, Thales’ encryption portfolio includes e-security solutions that secure the exchange of value-bearing transactions between businesses and governments; strong comprehensive authentication that supports FIPS 201/HSPD 12 requirements and FFIEC Guidance for securing critical e-business applications; Smart Card personalization systems; smart card value loading; and support of ATM/POS applications.

For more information call 1-888-744-4976 or visit our website at www.thalesesec.com.

Up, Down and Around

DELTA’S CRASH-RESISTANT FIXED BOLLARD MODULES PROTECT

With a foundation only 14 inches deep versus the typically-required 4 feet, Delta’s new DSC 600 Shallow Foundation Bollards install within sidewalks, on top of concrete deck truss bridges or in planters while conforming to inclines and turns. No longer do facilities, such as airports, the upper levels of parking structures and other unprotected locales have to use unsightly ‘make-do’ solutions to stop car bombers or wayward drivers.

The DSC 600 bollard modules eliminate the major installation problems of traditional barriers caused by rough surfaces and turns. Conventional barriers require surface areas to be completely leveled. On curves, setbacks often end up too close to the facility. The DSC 600 bollards blend into curves, rough terrain or inclines easily. Setbacks can be as short as 2 feet, providing a much greater safety cushion.

The K12-rated 2-bollard modules, which can be arrayed in whatever length is required, stop and destroy a 15,000-pound truck traveling 50 miles per hour. In fact, the DSC 600 is the first Shallow Foundation Bollard to successfully meet U.S. Department of State Specification, Revision A, which requires the bed of the attacking truck to go less than 39 inches beyond the point of impact.
www.deltascientific.com

Lenel OnGuard Integrates Intrusion Detection, Enhances Reader Supervision

OnGuard Integrated Intrusion

Lenel has long offered a command keypad as part of the OnGuard security management solution. Additional intrusion capabilities were recently introduced that make OnGuard an even more powerful combination access control-intrusion solution. The four-function keys on the keypad can now be used to execute any user-defined key sequence as a macro for single-key arming, disarming, or viewing of faulted zones. New permission controls allow finer handling on both a per-keypad and a per-user basis. Programmable LCD display strings provide enhanced user prompting and situational awareness. Additional enhancements are planned for 2008. Because all enhancements can be downloaded from OnGuard, the hardware can acquire new capabilities without replacement. Also available are new readers that combine intrusion and access control features.

Open Supervised Device Protocol

In collaboration with several reader manufacturers and other suppliers, Lenel has spearheaded the development of a next-generation reader interface working standard. Going beyond the unidirectional Wiegand interface, OSDP (Open Supervised Device Protocol) provides continuous monitoring of reader status, and can immediately indicate a failed, missing, or malfunctioning reader. OSDP can also provide tamper indication for readers with onboard tamper detection capabilities. All signaling is done over two data lines plus ground, providing the ability to use four-conductor cable to both power the reader and send and receive data, with lower installation cost compared to the six conductors typically used for Wiegand. Some OSDP readers also provide user feedback via an LCD display, which is controlled by the Lenel panel through OSDP. OSDP is a non-priority interface standard that can be implemented without restriction.
www.lenel.com