Innovation

5 December 2011

2011 - Under the Gallagher brand, Command Centre Version 7.00 is released. This new generation of security command and control software delivers situational awareness, a customisable user interface and an unprecedented level of usability for security operators.

Further integration with third-party partners continues to enhance Gallagher’s product offering to the market and is set to play a key role in the future delivery of high security solutions.

4 December 2011

2009 - Cardax FT Command Centre Version 6.00 revolutionises access control. Cardax FT Version 6.0 revolutionises access control by allowing the monitoring and enforcement of workforce management policy such as site inductions, qualifications and competencies.

Multiple server capability is released delivering true global enterprise server architecture and further increasing scale.

3 December 2011

2006 - Cardax FT Version 5.00 launches PowerFence Trophy FT systems. Gallagher revolutionises the system of multiple fence controllers on any one site with the launch of PowerFence Trophy systems.

The Cardax FT platform is also extended to natively support perimeter fence controllers as core devices, integrating access control, alarm management, perimeter, remote digital imaging, intercom and photo ID badging.

The launch of the PowerFence Trophy 48 Controller enhances the scope of perimeter solutions by incorporating an advanced enterprise platform with world-class command and control software, while also increasing site capacity.

By the mid 2000s, the scope for a total business solution is evident and Gallagher’s perimeter security business unit merges with Cardax (International) to form Gallagher Security Management Systems.

2 December 2011

2003 - Cardax FT Version 4.00 delivers full integration of Intruder Alarms capability extending the Cardax FT platform beyond core access control functionality.

2 December 2011

2001 - A suite of systems in Cardax FT Version 1.00. Gallagher draws on its extensive security knowledge and expertise, secure data management and systems integration and expands its offering. It develops a suite of systems that can be fully integrated and securely managed through allocated privileges to authorised users.

1 December 2011

1999 - The purchase of Cardax provides Gallagher with enterprise software platforms, access control and a new customer base to market Gallagher's perimeter fencing products. Bill Gallagher Jnr drives security innovation by connecting Cardax and Gallagher technologies to create new security products.

30 November 2011

1993 - Gallagher Security extends its global reach. The Gallagher Code of Practice demonstrates commitment to quality and confidence in product design. Introduced into the United Kingdom in 1993, it proves to be a key driver in convincing the Ministry of Defence to successfully test Gallagher’s PowerFence systems.

29 November 2011

Mid-1980s – 1989 - PEC develops Cardax. From the mid-1980s, Gallagher technology offers an increasing number of security solutions including the Cardax Command Centre UNIX system released in 1989. The system is one of the world’s first affordable PC-based multi-user and multi-tasking security systems. Soon after, Gallagher designs the first security perimeter system in the world which combines the principles of deterrence and detection and offers independent high-voltage zones.

28 November 2011

1980s - Gallagher’s security division is formed. It delivers the world’s first security electric fence solution and the PowerFence™ brand is born.

22 November 2011

Early 1980s - Around the same time that Gallagher delivers the first electric fence product to monitor perimeter security fences in South Africa, a small company in Marton, New Zealand is designing a microprocessor reader for access control. That company, known as PEC, went on to develop the access control brand Cardax.