Security bonanza makes Facilities Integrate a ‘must attend’

With more than twenty of the top names in security exhibiting at the upcoming Facilities Integrate trade expo, the event is a must-attend for New Zealand Security Association members. In fact, NZSA itself along with fellow industry body ASIS are among the exhibitors and we’d love to see our members there, so do pop along and say ‘hello’.

 

For those who don’t know, Facilities Integrate is an annual trade-only event for people who make buildings smarter, safer, and more efficient. We obviously fall on the side of making buildings (and people) safer. There’s a lot to see in the security space this year such as Panasonic showcasing a new video intercom range, and ICT demonstrating a new access control system.

 

Other familiar vendor names appearing include Atlas GenTech, Assa Abloy, Channel Ten Distribution, Challenger Safes, dormakaba, First Security, Hafele, Hills, Gallagher, Geutebruck, HIKvision and LSC. Integrators also displaying their services at the show include Aotea Security, ENGIE Services, Custom Technology Solutions, Waterford Security and GDR Architectural.

 

While the big range of security operators, suppliers and vendors is a major drawcard in its own right, there’s even more to Facilities Integrate which makes it well worth marking in your calendar. Because the show gathers all the major players in one place, you can try and buy the latest equipment, source the best suppliers, network with potential business partners, and stay on top of what’s going on in your immediate industry and the many disciplines with which security must interface.

 

Facilities Integrate is free to attend with a pre-registration or $25 at the gate, so book your tickets without delay. The trade show takes place on 25 and 26 September at the ASB Showgrounds in Auckland. Visit https://www.facilitiesintegrate.nz for more information.

 

Awards Finalists Announced!

New Zealand Security Industry Awards

Congratulations to our 2018 Awards Finalists

All finalists presented in alphabetical order
Manpower Trainee of the Year
Bruce Downs – First Contact Ltd
Hollis Knight – First Contact Ltd

Electronic Trainee of the Year
Joe Dewes – Red Wolf High Level Security
Carl Durrant – Fortlock

Security Trainer or Workplace Assessor
Peter Fillet – Red Badge Group
Gloria McGirr – Stratcom Security

Outstanding Security Training Initiative
Red Badge Group Gateway Training – Red Badge Group
NZDF Security Training Framework and Upskilling – Contact Training Systems Ltd

Consultant of the Year
Brent Corbett – VIP Security
Andrew Thorburn – Atlas Gentech NZ Ltd

Design and Support Electronic Sector
Russell Milliken – Red Wolf High Level Security
Daniel Tustin – Aotea Security

Install and Service Electronic Sector
Barry Meiring – Red Wolf High Level Security
Stephen Wright – VIP Security

Security Officer of the Year
DJ Singh and Nav Singh – Guardforce Security Ltd
Penny Sturgess – Red Badge Group Ltd

Patrol Officer of the Year
Braden Ashby – First Security
Elizabeth Baker – Matrix Security Group

Security Specialist of the Year
Ashley Burkhart – Armourguard
Alysha Smith – Armourguard

Communication Centre Operator of the Year
Nikolos Berends – First Security
Judy Kinsey – Red Wolf High Level Security

Security Supervisor/Operations Manager of the Year
Greg Sparrow – Red Badge Group
Felise Tamiano – Armourguard
Daniel van der Merwe – Matrix Security Group

Security Administrator of the Year
Arlene Ahorro – Matrix Security Group
Kathryn Cogan – Armourguard
Mereane (Tee) Leaegalesolo – Armourguard

Outstanding Customer Service Initiative
RJ Moka – Atlas Gentech NZ Ltd

Outstanding New Product or Service
Just Roster
Lone Worker Services Stay Safe

Visionary Leadership Award
Ian Crawford – Cityguard
Alistair Hogg – Aotea Security
Justin Moroney – Waiheke Documents & Security

Congratulations and good luck to all our finalists!