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Integrated Fire and Security Solutions appoints Robert Hile as new chief executive officer

Fri, 25 May 2012 08:00:00 GMT

Hile has expertise in a variety of senior-level positions with manufacturers and integrated firms

Integrated Fire and Security Solutions, Inc., a leading systems integration firm focused on the delivery of customised, integrated security solutions, recently announced that Robert Hile has been named the company’s new chief executive officer, effective immediately. Hile is responsible for leading and driving the...

IFSEC International supports aims behind the National CCTV Improvement Week 2012

Wed, 09 May 2012 08:00:00 GMT

IFSEC encourages all CCTV practitioners to review their security camera installation and operation

As the UK counts down to the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee and Olympic celebrations, security concerns will be at a record high. In recognition of this, IFSEC International, the world’s largest annual security and fire event, announces its support of the aims behind National CCTV Improvement Week (6 – 12...

LILIN will collaborate with signagelive to deliver cloud-powered media solution at IFSEC

Fri, 04 May 2012 08:00:00 GMT

The integration wil help converting regular video output from AV devices into IP video

LILIN, IP video experts, are preparing to collaborate with signagelive at IFSEC to deliver a cloud-powered media solution to every visitor to their stand this year. signagelive are specialists in digital signage providing electronic displays that allow adverts, messages and information to be...

Arecont Vision’s megapixel cameras watch over Mexican jewellery stores

Tue, 01 May 2012 08:00:00 GMT

Arecont Vision’s MegaDome cameras prevents jewellery store from theft

Arecont Vision’s megapixel IP cameras have proven to be a cost-effective deterrent to criminal activities because high quality images provide more detail for forensic review which can lead to improved suspect identity live and after the fact, and ultimately a safer environment for customers.

Mallor Joyeria, an upscale jewellery store in Morelia,...

Bosch Security Systems releases high-performance license plate imager for IP video surveillance

Wed, 25 Apr 2012 08:00:00 GMT

Bosch Security Systems introduces the DINION capture for consistent, high-quality images of vehicle license plates at speeds up to 225 kilometers (140 miles) per hour. Using advanced optics, it obtains clear, legible plate images up to nearly 30 meters (92 feet) away even in dark conditions, enabling accurate vehicle identification. Available models include analogue versions or IP imagers that feature ONVIF conformance for seamless integration with customers’ existing surveillance infrastructures.

The new imagers feature the Night Capture Imaging System, which delivers a burst of infrared illumination while simultaneously filtering out visible light. This technology ensures clear license plate images in complete darkness while also eliminating the negative effects of headlight glare. In addition, Advanced Ambient Compensation combines high-intensity pulsed infrared illumination, an ultra-fast shutter and automatic mode switching to minimise overexposure from...

Moxa introduces VPort 16-M12, the new iF Product Design Award-winning product

Wed, 25 Apr 2012 08:00:00 GMT

Moxa is pleased to announce the launch of a new iF Product Design Award-winning product: the VPort 16-M12, an EN50155 certified, compact sized, fixed-IP network camera designed for rolling stock IP surveillance applications. The rugged VPort 16 features a wide -25 to 55°C operating temperature, vibration-resistant M12 connectors, sturdy metal housing, and a fireproof tempered glass cover. Moxa’s Dynastream™ technology is included to optimise network performance using dynamic bandwidth management.

High Quality Image and Video Streams

The VPort 16-M12 uses a 1/3" CCD image sensor and advanced 3D-deinterlacing hardware enhancement to deliver high quality images in low lux environments, such as rolling stock application environments. It also supports a maximum of 2 H.264 and 1 MJPEG simultaneous video streams. Operators can assign each individual stream to a specific purpose: for example, an H.264 stream for live video viewing, and a...

Bosch releases new iPhone application - The Bosch DVR Viewer App

Wed, 25 Apr 2012 08:00:00 GMT

An iPhone application called The Bosch DVR Viewer App has been released and is now available on the iTunes app store. The Bosch DVR Viewer lets you watch video or still images from cameras connected to a Bosch Video Recorder 440/480 and 600 Series located in homes, offices or businesses, from anywhere in the world. In addition, the app can even control the focus, pan, tilt and zoom on selected PTZ cameras.

Combined with Bosch state-of-the-art DVR and camera solutions, this App gives the security system owner a completely new level of freedom and flexibility to secure people and premises, regardless of their location.

Features of Bosch DVR Viewer

IOS 5.0 support (iPod Touch 4, iPad, iPhone 4)
Easily view live video feeds from any camera
Automatic sequencing of all connected cameras
Full screen live video mode
Optional startup password for access protection to your personal DVR networks
Snapshots...

VIVOTEK to launch world’s smallest network-based fixed dome camera

Thu, 19 Apr 2012 08:00:00 GMT

VIVOTEK is launching the world’s smallest network-based fixed dome camera, FD8136, at a size of 90 mm in diameter with an installation time of less than 120 seconds.

Equipped with a 1-Megapixel sensor enabling viewing resolution of 1280x800 at 30 fps, VIVOTEK FD8136 supports the industry-standard H.264 compression technology, which drastically reduces file sizes and conserves valuable network bandwidth. MPEG-4 and MJPEG compatibility enables the user to transmit video streams in any of these formats for versatile applications. The FD8136 also comes with selectable focal lengths suitable for various environments, including but not limited to: offices, elevators, campus, chain stores, boutique stores and health care facilities.

Designed with built-in SD/SDHC card slot for on-board storage, the FD8136 allows recording to take place independently on the camera itself. This perfect stand-alone device also boasts user-friendly installations as easy as...

Milestone releases XProtect® Corporate 5 with XProtect® Smart Client 7 security software

Wed, 18 Apr 2012 08:00:00 GMT

Milestone Systems, the open platform company in IP video management software (VMS), has released XProtect Corporate 5 with XProtect Smart Client 7. XProtect Corporate is premium software for sophisticated, high-risk security installations. XProtect Smart Client, the operator tool for all XProtect VMS, has a new streamlined interface in this latest version. Milestone also announces the availability of the Milestone Integration Platform Software Development Kit (MIP SDK) 3 for Milestone Solution Partners (MSPs) offering applications that can be integrated into XProtect®.

The XProtect Smart Client is an adaptable, easy-to-use client application for the daily operations of surveillance installations. The new streamlined interface helps improve usability, making it easy to monitor installations of all sizes, access live video, investigate security incidents and export recordings. The XProtect Smart Client provides a uniquely efficient working environment that can be...

Mobotix AG associates benefit from Gherkin investment

Tue, 10 Apr 2012 08:00:00 GMT

Over 150 partners have benefited from the suite which has the full MOBOTIX range

Mobotix AG, a leading manufacturer of digital high-resolution, network-based video security systems has released details of its partner activities at the MOBOTIX demonstration and meeting room at London's Iconic Gherkin office complex which it opened in February, 2011.

In just 1 year, over 150 partners have benefited from the suite which has the full...

Raytec’s infra-red and white-light LED lighting illuminate Pakistani industrial sites

Wed, 04 Apr 2012 08:00:00 GMT

The lighting systems were installed to improve the quality and effectiveness of CCTV surveillance at the sites

Infra-Red and White-Light LED lighting technology from Raytec has been deployed at various industrial sites and training institutions in Pakistan as part of a landmark perimeter security upgrade.

The lighting schemes were designed and managed by Pakistani integrated security...

ClearView Communications’ client bags BCS & Computing UK IT Industry Award

Mon, 02 Apr 2012 08:00:00 GMT

Intersil joins forces with Sony and Altronix to accelerate hybrid video technology

Wed, 28 Mar 2012 08:00:00 GMT

The collaboration aims to catalyse the adoption of hybrid IP-based security systems in the video surveillance market

Intersil Corporation today announced it has joined forces with Sony Corporation and Altronix Corporation to accelerate adoption of hybrid IP-based security...

OnSSI’s Ocularis-X enables web and mobile access to live and playback HD video

Wed, 28 Mar 2012 08:00:00 GMT

OnSSI demonstrates its Ocularis-X server software at ISC West

OnSSI introduces the Ocularis-X server software, which enables web and mobile clients to access live and playback HD video streams from multiple megapixel cameras over limited bandwidth networks such as 3G/4G, broadband and the Internet.

OnSSI’s new technology eliminates the need for compromises related to the number of camera streams displayed,...

Milestone appoints Michael Flanagan as Director of Global Support

Wed, 14 Mar 2012 08:00:00 GMT

Milestone Systems continues to achieve strong growth in the IP video surveillance sector

Milestone Systems, the open platform company in IP video management software (VMS), has hired a Director of Global Support. Michael Flanagan will scale out the company’s support capability for its worldwide channel to provide more self-sufficiency, flexibility, and predictability – with the ultimate...

SightLogix announces integration with Geutebruck's video management system

Tue, 13 Mar 2012 08:00:00 GMT

A SightLogix-Geutebruck system will be demonstrated at ISC West 2012

SightLogix®, the leading intelligent thermal camera supplier for perimeter security applications, announces integration with Geutebruck’s GeViScope video system...

Panasonic announces formation of new company Panasonic System Communications Company Europe (PSCEU)

Mon, 12 Mar 2012 08:00:00 GMT

PSCEU offers a portfolio of technology for capturing, computing and communicating all forms of data

Panasonic announced recently that it is forming a new company, Panasonic System Communications Company Europe (PSCEU), which will integrate 12 different B2B product...

Corps Security collaborates with AlertSystems and 360 Vision Technology to provide state-of-the-art surveillance

Tue, 21 Feb 2012 08:00:00 GMT

Corps Security has integrated 360 Vision Technology's Predator system into the Glasgow based CMC

Continuing its commitment to working with best-in-class CCTV solutions providers, Corps Security has announced a strategic partnership with AlertSystems and

Samsung adds 18.5” high definition LED SMT-1930 to its TFT professional monitors range

Tue, 21 Feb 2012 08:00:00 GMT

The SMT-1930 joins existing 22", 32" and 40" models in the Samsung SMT range in offering users the ability to view in 16:9 format the superb quality images which can be captured by the latest generation of HD megapixel cameras, such as Samsung's WiseNetI and WiseNetII DSP chipset models.

Utilising Samsung...

MOBOTIX cameras celebrate 10th year of keeping Antarctic penguins safe under tough weather conditions

Fri, 17 Feb 2012 08:00:00 GMT

MOBOTIX cameras function properly under the world's most extreme conditions

Winter temperatures of down to -65°C, raging storms with wind speeds of more than 250 km/h and millions of penguins - this is Antarctica. This is where O'Higgins, the German Antarctic Receiving Station, is located. It was founded in 1991 by the German Aerospace Center and the German Federal Agency for Cartography and Geodesy to collect data from geographical satellites and stars. MOBOTIXcameras monitor the radio telescope to make sure that it...