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Axis to showcase smart city solutions at Smart City Expo World Congress 2019

Axis Communications will be using its presence at Smart City Expo World Congress 2019 to showcase solutions in public safety, mobility and environmental monitoring. Alongside key partners, Axis will demonstrate several real-world examples in the three areas, regarded as key pillars in city liveability and desirability. Axis will be exhibiting in Pabellón 2, Stand B215 at the event, which takes place at Fira Barcelona Gran Via, November 19-21 2019. Real-world examples Andrea Sorri, Dire...

nuPSYS 3D-Advanced Mapping integrated with Milestone-Canon VMS as plug-&-play 3D-plugin

nuPSYS—a pioneer in Internet of Things (IoT) solutions for physical security, infrastructure, and networks—is pleased to announce its 3D-Advanced Mapping integrated with the Milestone-Canon Video Management System as a plug-&-play 3D-plugin, which was shown live at Intersec 2019. nuSIM is a visual 3D-mapping solution that allows assets, cameras, sensors, alarms, partitions, and critical points to be accurately plotted onto a 3D mapping surface. This integration will enable opera...

Agent Vi signs VAD agreement with Canon Marketing Japan to provide security solutions

Agent Video Intelligence (Agent Vi), a global provider of video analytics solutions, has announced the signing of a Value-Added Distributor (VAD) agreement with Canon Marketing Japan, the marketer and provider of Canon Inc. products and solutions in Japan. Canon Marketing Japan will operate as a VAD throughout Japan for Agent Vi’s savVi on-premise video analytics platform, which features real-time event detection, video search and business intelligence applications. Already representing o...

Canon releases ME20F-SHN low-light network camera for critical surveillance operations

Canon Europe, a provider of imaging solutions, has announced the launch of the ME20F-SHN, a low light network camera with remarkable performance. As a sister product to the ME20F-SH, the ME20F-SHN, which now features network capability, further enhances Canon’s Multiple Purpose camera line-up with a solid proposition in producing full colour and Full HD resolution images in limited light scenarios. Perfect for critical surveillance operations, the ME20F-SHN packs incredible low light perfo...

Canon launches ARCUS Global Inc to address global demand for Video Cloud IoT as a Service

Canon, the provider of imaging solutions, announces a new Video Cloud IoT as a Service business based in California called ARCUS Global Inc. Owned by Canon Europe and built on the intellectual property, technology and expertise of Canon Group company, Milestone Systems, ARCUS Global Inc. will address the significant unmet global market demand from large enterprises for Video Cloud IoT as a Service for security and business optimisation. ARCUS Global Inc. Rokus van Iperen, President & CEO,...

Axis introduces new Canon network cameras in EMEA and North America

Axis Communications has assumed responsibility for the marketing and sales of Canon’s network video product portfolio in EMEA As part of the recently announced marketing and sales framework initiative between Axis Communications and Canon, Axis introduces seven new models in the Canon network camera range to its customers in EMEA and North America. Starting in EMEA from September 1 and in North America from October 1, Axis Communications has assumed responsibility for t...

Axis Communications introduces high-performance AXIS Q1659 Network Camera, combined with Canon imaging technologies

Axis sets a new standard for image quality in video surveillance, combining Canon professional photographic imaging technologies with proven performance and integration benefits Axis raises the bar on image quality for a security camera with the introduction of AXIS Q1659 Network Camera. It combines a high-performance image sensor and Canon EF/EF-S lenses with the full range of Axis’ flexibility, ease-of-use and efficiency features to provide exceptional image quality in...

Canon and Axis Communication change sales and marketing framework for major regional markets worldwide

Canon partners and customers will benefit from Axis’s marketing, sales, and technical expertise Canon and Axis Communications AB announced an agreement under which the two companies would change their sales and marketing efforts in major regional markets worldwide. In Europe, the Middle East and Africa (EMEA), and North America, Axis will assume responsibility for the marketing and sales of Canon’s entire portfolio of network video products and solutions, starting...

Expoprotection 2016 risk prevention and management anticipates the changes of tomorrow

Expoprotection brings participants the keys to understanding and anticipating the major changes of tomorrow Expoprotection, the trade show for risk prevention and risk management, will take place 7-9 November 2016 in Paris – Porte de Versailles – Pavilion 1. Held every two years, the event brings together the top experts and the most innovative solutions from two complementary sectors – Occupational, Natural & Industrial Risks and Security & Fire fig...

IHS Markit study shows increased supply concentration caused by companies taking market share from competitors, not acquisitions and mergers

Security camera shipments are booming to exceed 100 million units in 2016 but annual revenue growth has slowed The year 2013 was a pivotal one for the video surveillance industry, because it was when predictions of market concentration started to become a reality. It was also when the estimated market share of the top 15 video surveillance equipment suppliers jumped 10 percentage points over the previous year’s share. In short, 2013 was when the video surveillance market...

IFSEC International 2016 celebrates huge visitor numbers

IFSEC 2016 attracted 27,052 attendees, in line with the 2015 attendance IFSEC International 2016, organised by UBM EMEA, has announced another hugely successful year for Europe’s largest security event, hosted from the 21st – 23rd June at ExCeL London.Volume of visitors IFSEC once again delivered an exceptional industry experience, attracting 27,052 attendees, in line with the 2015 attendance. The event saw a huge day one and two at IFSEC, with exhibitors overwhel...

ONVIF organised 14th Developers’ Plugfest event in London

The Brentford Plugfest drew 56 technical expert attendees from 27 companies around the world ONVIF®, the global standardisation initiative for IP-based physical security products, hosted its 14th Developers’ Plugfest June 1st-3rd in Brentford, West London, at the Holiday Inn London – Brentford Lock. With multiple testings of ONVIF conformant products, the Developers’ Plugfest included interoperability testing for all six ONVIF profiles, including Profile...

Canon Europe unveils eight new 2MP network cameras at IFSEC 2016

High-sensitivity 2MP CMOS sensor allows the cameras to capture Full HD images, even in low light conditions Canon Europe announces the launch of eight new 2MP network cameras, unveiled at IFSEC 2016. The new range includes an outdoor 360º endless panning model with 30x optical zoom and fast autofocus, and two new fixed box “bullet” models with 20x optical zoom, a first for Canon. All eight new models will be on display alongside the recently announced VB-H651...

IFSEC international to launch a Borders & Infrastructure area in 2017

IFSEC Borders & Infrastructure will be a dedicated event strategically placed within the main body of the IFSEC exhibition IFSEC International, organised by UBM EMEA, have today announced the introduction in 2017 of the new Borders & Infrastructure Exhibition area, directly focusing on large scale security challenges including border control, national infrastructure, transport and key strategic assets. Supported by the BSIA and LPCB, IFSEC Borders & Infrastructure...

Canon collaborates with Digital Barriers, Ipsotek and Intelico for vertical security solutions and applications at IFSEC 2016

Digital Barriers, Ipsotek, and Intelico are showcasing their combined innovation with Canon for security applications Canon Europe along with solution providers Digital Barriers, Ipsotek, and Intelico, will show how their joint expertise delivers best-in-class security solutions across smart cities, critical infrastructure, transport and government industries at IFSEC International. Julian Rutland, European NVS Marketing Director, Canon Europe comments, “We’re hon...

Canon Europe to demonstrate low light capabilities and Clear IR Mode with new VB-M50B network camera at IFSEC 2016

Canon will be joined by Digital Barriers, Ipsotek, and Intelico to demonstrate their expertise in lens technology Canon Europe, world-leader in imaging solutions, will be joined by solution providers Digital Barriers, Ipsotek, and Intelico, at IFSEC International (stand F500, London ExCel, 21-23 June) to demonstrate Canon’s expertise in lens technology and how this delivers best-in-class solutions for vertical industries. At the show, Canon will be showcasing its cameras...

ASUSTOR Surveillance Center 2.5 beta version offers flexible recording storage quotas

ASUSTOR Inc., a leading innovator and provider of network storage solutions, has announced the release of the Surveillance Center 2.5 beta version. The Surveillance Center 2.5 Beta optimises users’ Windows environment operation experience by allowing them to access the App interface from Chrome, Firefox, Microsoft Edge and Internet Explorer Web browsers. Furthermore, ASUSTOR’s secure HTTPS encrypted connections have been also added to the video recording playback function, comprehens...

IFSEC 2016: Engineers of Tomorrow annual competition for fire & security apprentice engineers now fully-booked

64 of fire and security industry’s young engineers will head to IFSEC 2016 to put their skills against each other in live installation challenge IFSEC International, organised by UBM EMEA, have recently announced that all places on the prestigious Engineers of Tomorrow annual competition are now filled. 64 of the fire and security industry’s brightest young engineers will head to IFSEC International over the 21-23 June 2016 to put their skills against each other in...

ITS Products develops recess mounting kit for Canon VB series mini-dome cameras

ITS Products Limited has developed a recess mounting kit for the VB series of Canon mini-domes that preserves optimum coverage for end-users while minimising visual impact of the camera on its surroundings.  Enhanced personal safety and security The mounting kit is designed for environments where the camera must function to full potential without distracting people or compromising building aesthetics. Installers will benefit from the unit in scenarios such as hotel corridors where propri...

Canon VB-M50B PTZ and VB-H651V low light network dome cameras ensure round-the-clock indoor surveillance

Canon Europe, world leader in imaging solutions, announces the launch of two new low light network security cameras. Both the indoor pan-tilt-zoom (PTZ); VB-M50B, and indoor fixed dome; VB-H651V, include new features that help to ensure high quality images, even in challenging low light conditions. These new cameras are suited for a range of scenarios requiring round-the-clock surveillance, including critical infrastructure facilities, retail, commercial buildings and urban surveillance. Both m...

Axis releases year-end report for January – December 2015

 Middle East sales were strong, butmarkets in Asia, South America &Eastern Europe were challenging Details from the fourth quarter 2015 Net sales increased by 17 percent during the fourth quarter to SEK 1,758 M (1,504). Net sales increased by 7 percent in local currencies Operating profit increased to SEK 231 M (199), which corresponds to an operating margin of 13.1 percent (13.2) Profit after tax amounted to SEK 176 M (156) Earnings per share amounted to S...

Wavestore & Canon to demonstrate integration between camera and open platform VMS solutions at SICUR 2016

Also on show at Canon stand 10C14 will be V6, the latest version of Wavestore VMS and its ‘Better Together’ Partner Programme Wavestore will be supporting Canon at SICUR 2016, providing opportunity for both companies to demonstrate how deep integration between their respective camera and open platform Video Management Software (VMS) solutions can unlock the full potential of new and existing security systems. “At Sicur 2016 we will be showcasing V6, the late...

The technology behind low light performance cameras & its uses

A bright, high quality lens, a responsive high sensitivity sensor and great imageprocessing produce a good low light performance  If you’ve been to any surveillance trade show, or picked up an industry magazine in the past few years, you will have noticed that almost every camera manufacturer seems to be talking about low light. Some have specific, dedicated low light products with named technologies, while others claim low light capabilities across their whole prod...

Security industry’s top 10 mergers & acquisitions of 2015

For the second year in a row, Canon made the biggest M&A move in the security marketplace in 2015. How could Canon top the industry shockwaves it created in 2014 when the Japanese giant acquired VMS company Milestone Systems? That’s easy: They bought Axis Communications for $2.8 billion in 2015.   Although the Canon-Axis deal grabbed the most headlines and was easily the most shocking M&A announcement of 2015, it was certainly not the only big news on the mergers...

2015 sees rise of drone detection systems and the convergence of physical and cyber security

Physical and cyber security convergence, perimeter intrusion detection systems and fibre optic-based sensors were some of the security trends that picked up pace in 2015 and will continue to grow in the coming year as well. The beginning of 2015 started out slowly as the implementation of security projects by a number of organisations was postponed for various reasons. Mid-year picked up momentum, and the year is ending on a strong note. A significant trend was the gradual progression of conve...

All-over-IP Expo 2015: Security and IT innovations and growing markets in Russia for 2016

The new All-over-IP topics helped leading global brands stand out on the show floor and highlight the new value for their sales partners All-over-IP Expo 2015, Russia's premier IP event since 2008, welcomed over 4200 local security and IT professionals to Sokolniki Moscow to explore the latest innovations and hear from the best in the industry over two amazing days on November 18 and 19. Sponsored by AxxonSoft, Milestone Systems, Hikvision, Basler AG, Quantum, Dahua, Bosch, GN...

Canon, Samsung SDS and CAME to debut at All-over-IP Expo 2015 in Moscow

The IP companies will showcase latest product portfolios and insight on the latest technologies and market trends Alongside the world class speakers and industry leading exhibitors, All-over-IP Expo 2015 introduces Canon Europe, Samsung SDS and CAME Group debuting at the show this year in Moscow. Canon Europe At All-over-IP Expo 2015, Canon Europe, world-leader in imaging solutions, will show its latest network cameras and their difference through demonstrations as part of...

ASIS International 2015 - what will be this year's big news?

The industry is counting down to the big industry trade show this fall, the ASIS International 61st Annual Seminar and Exhibits — ASIS 2015 in Anaheim, California. What topics will dominate the traditionally end user-based show in a year of shifting technologies and new capabilities on the horizon? We asked our Expert Panel Round Table to weigh in.

Canon network camera’s high-sensitivity enables facility security, crime prevention

Canon Europe, a leader in imaging solutions, announced recently that its parent company, Canon Inc., is developing a high-sensitivity network camera equipped with a fast high-magnification lens capable of long-range colour image capture even at night, making possible the viewing of subjects that the naked eye would have trouble discerning. Monitoring infrastructure facilities Amid ever-increasing safety and security concerns, a growing need for advances in surveillance systems has fuelled dema...

Saudi Safety & Security international exhibition and forum to return in 2016

The 2016 event will focus more on industrial security, associated with safety and security protection of industrial facilities and assets Saudi Arabia’s leading security, fire and safety workshop and exhibition will return in 2016. The Saudi Safety & Security Forum and Exhibition 2016 will be taking place from the 16-18 May at The Dhahran International Exhibitions Center, Dammam, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. 2016 welcomes a rebranded SSS, including new logos and branded...