Emergency power for automatic doors: New battery backup solution
Dormakaba has developed a fire-tested battery backup for automatic doors. It acts as an emergency power supply for locking systems in the event of a power failure. The systems are to go into operation for the first time in four Scandinavian countries in April and
ETH Zurich presents app against document forgery
At a time when the forgery of documents and goods is an increasing challenge, ETH Zurich has developed a ground-breaking solution. The Thenti app makes it possible to verify the authenticity of documents and even three-dimensional objects using an ordinary smartphone. A particular focus is on
CANCOM Switzerland equips Grand Resort Bad Ragaz with new IT system
CANCOM Switzerland hat die über 400'000 Quadratmeter des Grand Resort Bad Ragaz im laufenden Betrieb mit einem WiFi6-Netzwerk ausgestattet. Anders als beim bisherigen WLAN-Netzwerk kann es das hauseigene IT-Team nun auch selbstständig an individuelle Bedürfnisse
Revolutionary investment strategy for commercial rental deposits
Dr Peter Hilfiker, the former CEO of Schwyzer Kantonalbank, is turning the traditional handling of commercial rental deposits on its head. The aim of the company is to transform rental deposits into profitable investments without compromising security for
Zurich cantonal parliament approves runway extension
The Zurich cantonal parliament has approved the extension of the runways at Zurich Airport with a narrow conservative majority. In doing so, the airport aims to increase the safety of air traffic. The Zurich Chamber of Commerce welcomes the decision. The electorate is likely to have the final
Guideline to create planning security for solar façades
In consultation with the Association of Cantonal Fire Insurers, Swissolar wants to create planning security for solar façades. To this end, the Swiss Solar Energy Association will develop a guideline together with experts in photovoltaics and fire