Formerly the VP of sales for Samsung Techwin of America and director of business development for Pelco; McKee brings a great background and understanding of the electronic security market and the industry's reps, dealers, distributors and OEM's.

Adam Stroud, chairman of Paxton Access Inc, says: "With over 32 successful years in the electronic access control industry and extensive executive management experience, Bob McKee met our desired requirements to lead us to achieve in the States, what we have been able to accomplish in the UK & Europe. In addition, Bob sits on the board of directors for the Security Industry Association providing an excellent pulse on the security industry."

McKee says: "I'm really excited about joining Paxton's US team and the bright future ahead. Paxton Access does very well in Europe, focusing on manufacturing great products, but even more importantly; extending outstanding pre and post sale services to their customers. They have recognized that the people truly make the difference. They have focused on a simple formula to success that leverages a simple philosophy of taking care of their customers and employees to become number one in their field."

Paxton Access Inc. is the US sales and marketing office for Paxton Access Ltd which was established in 1985. The internationally expanding British manufacturer of access control systems entered the US market in 2006 with their main office in Bellevue, Washington to build a comprehensive network of channel partners.