Homeland Security

SIA Calls for Greater Collaboration To Improve HSPD-12 Implementation

April 21, 2008

In recent testimony before the U.S. House Subcommittee on Government Management, Organization and Procurement, Rob Zivney called implementation of HSPD-12 a pioneering effort which will require both a financial investment and development of new infrastructure.


Random Information Helps Improve Security At Los Angeles International Airport

April 21, 2008

There’s safety (and security) in numbers -- especially when those numbers are random. That’s the lesson learned from a DHS-sponsored research project out of the University of Southern California. The research is already helping to beef up security at LAX airport in Los Angeles, and it could soon be used across the country to predict and minimize risk.


Stopped In Their Tracks

By Bill Kirk · April 2008

Vehicular control protection takes off at airports

Before Sept. 11, 2001, perimeter security provided an extra barrier of protection for an airport and its people—typically from hijackers and vandals. Although that is still true, there is now an added threat. Today, we cannot afford to let a terrorist or attacker get near airport facilities, people or passengers. In all too many cases, getting close is all they have to do.


Port Authority Of Los Angeles Taps Unisys For ID, Access Control System

April 18, 2008

The Port Authority of Los Angeles has contracted with Unisys Corp. to design and manage an identification and access control system, using smart card and biometric technologies, to identify workers who require access to restricted areas in the port.


Russian Airport To Deploy Integrated Checked Bag Screening Devices

April 17, 2008

GE Security Inc. and Moscow International Airport Domodedovo recently announced GE’s Homeland Protection business has been chosen to provide two integrated advanced technology CTX 9000 DSi/XRD 3500 system-of-systems explosives detection solutions to the airport.


The Government Needs Security

By Ralph C Jensen · April 16, 2008

In many respects the government is involved in the security business, whether officials like it or not. Lucky enough, there is a tradeshow especially for government and law enforcement -- GovSec will be held in Washington, D.C. April 23-24.


Rhode Island Police Station Uses IP Video Surveillance

April 16, 2008

The new Charlestown, Rhode Island, police station was built more than a year ago, providing the opportunity to upgrade surveillance tools with the latest technology, including scalable IP video software from Milestone Systems.


INOVA Unveils Series Of Military LED Flashlights

April 16, 2008

INOVA has announced the introduction of a versatile new series of military LED flashlights. The company is exhibiting at Booth 1211 during GovSec, U.S. Law and Ready.


RELM Wireless Announces New Two-Way Radio

April 16, 2008

RELM Wireless Corp. recently announced the introduction of its new state-of-the-science BK Radio KNG P150 digital portable two-way radio for use in homeland security and defense, law enforcement and similar public safety applications. The company will exhibit the product at Booth 1619 during GovSec, U.S. Law and Ready.


Trimble Releases Nomad Handheld Computers With Digital Camera, Bar Code Scanner

April 16, 2008

Trimble recently today the availability of two Nomad rugged handheld computers: the 800LC and the 800LE. The company will exhibit at Booth 1438 during GovSec, U.S. Law and Ready.


New Products

Emergency Response: Communication

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