Labcal Integrates Identix Bioengine(R) Fingerprint Technology into Smartlogon(TM) Solution
21 May, 2003
category: Biometrics, Corporate, Digital ID
Labcal’s Fingerprint, Smart Card and PKI Solution for Logical Access Control Now Incorporates Identix’ Fingerprint Verification and Identification Algorithm
QUEBEC CITY, Quebec, May 15 /PRNewswire/ – Labcal Technologies Inc., a
company delivering authentication solutions based on Fingerprint, Public Key
Cryptography and Smart Card Technologies, announced the integration of
Identix(R) (Nasdaq:IDNX) BioEngine(R) fingerprint technology into Labcal’s
SmartLogon for Windows(R), an alternative and more secure solution to the
basic Windows logon authentication system. Designed specifically to respond to
high customer demand in both commercial and government enterprises, this
solution is Labcal’s first product to incorporate the Identix algorithm.
SmartLogon for Windows replaces the conventional user name and password
with smart cards and fingerprint biometrics for maximum security. Labcal’s
SmartPrint(TM) TruBlue(TM), a combined biometric (fingerprint) and smart card
authentication reader that allows for 3-factor user-authentication to the
operating system, can be used with many of the leading contact smart cards
such as Java(TM) card Cyberflex(R) from Schlumberger and STARCOS(R) from
Giesecke & Devrient. The user’s profile, including the Identix BioEngine(R)
fingerprint template, is stored on the smart card for identity verification.
Labcal’s smart card and fingerprint solution is also Entrust(R)
compatible, so when used with Labcal’s SmartPKi2(TM), it allows users to store
an Entrust certificate and key pairs on a smart card. Key pairs are directly
generated in the smart card and private keys never leave the card, even during
digital signature. This feature is a must-have for environments where security
is paramount, such as in defense and government.
“We recognize Identix’ leadership in fingerprint verification and
identification algorithms and are proud to integrate BioEngine’s capabilities
in our offerings. Identix(R) BioEngine is a recognized and proven technology
incorporating algorithm’s that have been specified for important projects in
which Labcal is involved,” said Hugues Gervais, Vice President, Business
Development, Labcal Technologies, Inc. “We plan to incorporate the Identix
algorithm into our other leading products as well, including a mobile
verification device ideally suited for border security and other similar
applications.”
Dr. Joseph J. Atick, President and CEO of Identix stated, “BioEngine
works to improve network security with fingerprint verification and
identification. Labcal’s SmartLogon solution provides their customers with the
ability to adopt a system that combines smart cards, biometrics and PKI to
address some of their heightened security needs.”
About Identix Incorporated
Identix Incorporated (Nasdaq: IDNX) is the world’s leading multi-
biometric security technology Company. The Company’s broad range of
fingerprint and facial recognition technology offerings empower the
identification of individuals who wish to gain access to information or
facilities, conduct transactions and obtain IDs. Additionally, the Company’s
products and solution offerings can help identify those who perpetrate fraud
and otherwise pose a threat to public safety. Identix’ products serve a broad
range of industries and market segments – most notably, government and law
enforcement, aviation, financial, healthcare and corporate enterprise. In
addition, the Company’s wholly owned subsidiary, Identix Public Sector, Inc.
provides project management and facilities engineering services to the
government sector. For more information, visit http://www.identix.com
Identix and BioEngine are registered trademarks of Identix Incorporated.
About Labcal Technologies, Inc.
Founded in 1995, Labcal Technologies Inc. markets authentication
solutions based on Biometrics, PKI and Smart Card Technologies. With the
industry’s most comprehensive portfolio of readers and software, Labcal offers
trusted and highly secure digital identity systems for a wide range of
applications such as: Logical Access Control, Physical Access Control,
Military ID and National ID cards. Supported by an experienced research and
development and professional services team, Labcal offers a full range of core
and vertical-specific solutions to market demands for any of the following:
Law Enforcement, Banking, Government, Military and Fortune 1000 Enterprises.
For further information please visit http://www.labcal.com
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