All railroads subject to the statutory PTC implementation mandate must implement FRA-certified and interoperable PTC systems by the end of the year.

FRA Issues $250M Notice of Funding Opportunity for PTC Projects (Video)

The U.S. Department of Transportation’s (DOT) Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) today issued a Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) for $250 million in Positive Train Control (PTC) Systems Grants. “These funds are part...
Combining two key security functions in one cutting-edge product, the Senstar LM100 Hybrid Perimeter Intrusion Detection and Intelligent Lighting System acts as a powerful deterrent against intruders, detecting and illuminating them at the fence line while alerting a security management system (SMS).

Senstar ‘2 in 1’ Intelligent Light & Detect System in 2018 ‘ASTORS’

Senstar Corporation is pleased to announce the world’s first hybrid perimeter intrusion detection and intelligent lighting system, the Senstar LM100, has been nominated to compete in the 2018 ‘ASTORS’ Awards Program. A 2-in-1 product, the...
High-Speed Wi-Fi Improvements Underway for Amtrak Northeast Corridor Customers

Amtrak NEC Travelers to Experience Faster, More Reliable Free Wi-Fi

Travelers on the Amtrak Northeast Corridor (NEC) will soon enjoy improved Wi-Fi, with a more reliable and easier connection to high-speed broadband. Amtrak Acela Express customers are already benefiting from performance tuning, including improved...
Airvrix developed the FOD Barrier which, unlike other FOD solutions, prevents FOD before reaching the runway

Improve Runway Safety by Installing Airvrix FOD Barrier™ (See Video)

Foreign Object Debris (FOD) is a common and dangerous problem in the aviation industry. In addition to being a major safety hazard, it also costs civil aviation, worldwide, $4B a year. Whereas existing solutions focus...
ADT/Protection 1 donates installation for system upgrade at memorial honoring North Carolina veterans

Hikvision & ADT/Protection 1 Upgrade Security for Battleship North Carolina

Hikvision USA has provided a new, high-resolution IP security system which was installed by Hikvision integrator ADT/Protection 1, to upgrade security for the Battleship North Carolina, a national historic landmark in...
Combat troops, miners, fire-fighters, EMS and disaster personnel are among those who can benefit from a new approach to developing an exosystem. (Courtesy of the U.S. Department of Defense)

Humanizing Exoskeletons for Soldiers, Workers & Paraplegics

Exoskeletons are making it possible for people with paraplegia to stand up, walk and even climb steps. Like their fabled science fiction counterparts, these exosuits also show promise for granting soldiers and...

LowCam® VI110 Competes in 2018 ‘ASTORS’ Awards (See in Action)

Advanced Detection Technology, a Winner in the 2017 ‘ASTORS’ Homeland Security Awards Program, is pleased to announce the company’s LowCam® VI110 has been nominated to compete in the 2018 ‘ASTORS’ Awards Program. Since 2003, Advanced...
Israel’s Police force select Siklu’s interference free wireless links to secure the Gay Pride Parade in the City of Jerusalem

Israel Police Secure Public Events with Siklu’s mmWave Solutions

Siklu, the market leader in mmWave wireless solutions, and Platinum Award Winner for Best Wireless Broadband Solution in the 2017 ‘ASTORS’ Homeland Security Awards Program, has been selected by Israel Police as their...
The expanding threat of mass casualty events is top priority for security and counterterrorism leaders. Soft targets ranging from stadiums to theme parks, concert venues to casinos, and transportation centers to government facilities have an immediate need for a new security solution. Featuring highly effective ferromagnetic detection (FMDS) technology, Proscreen 900 has been designed to explicitly focus on screening for large, mass casualty threats in perimeter locations. Proscreen 900 screens head-to-toe with high throughput efficiency.

Casting a Wider Net: More Effective Weapon Mass Screenings at Events

By Jim Viscardi, Metrasens Vice President of Global Security, a Platinum Award Winner in the 2017 'ASTORS’ Homeland Security Awards Program Live events at large venues like arenas, stadiums or convention halls...
FLIR Saros is an advanced, all-in-one security solution designed to enhance perimeter and wide area protection featuring dual FLIR thermal sensors, a 1080p or 4K image sensor, IR and visible LED illuminators, and video analytics, all under one housing unit. Attractively priced, Saros enables commercial businesses to implement state-of-the-art, reliable outdoor intrusion detection for the first time. Pictured here, see a side by side comparision at what a video notification from Saros looks like.

FLIR Saros: Next-Gen Unified Outdoor Perimeter Security for Business

FLIR Systems, Two-Time Winner in the 2017 'ASTORS’ Homeland Security Awards Program, is introducing the new Saros™ line of security cameras, FLIR's next-generation outdoor security product line that combines multiple traditional perimeter protection technologies...