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  South Korea based biometrics manufacturer IDTECK will hold a training session in Dubai for its clients IDTECK, South Korea based RFID and biometrics manufacturer is to hold a training session in Dubai for its valuable buyers and distributors. Participants will be invited from all over the world to attend this annual event. The main focus of this training session is to offer the opportunity for the buyers and distributors from different regions to present their product applicat...

  Optelecom provides surveillance solutions to transportation, government and critical infrastructure marketsOptelecom-NKF Inc. a leading global supplier of advanced video surveillance equipment and the manufacturer of Siqura surveillance solutions, announced its intention to participate in the Intersec 2011 trade show in Dubai, U.A.E. Traffic and Transit Solutions: With over 35 years of experience, Optelecom-NKF offers global surveillance solutions for three markets: Tran...

   LaserCard has been acquired by HID Global Solutions, which is a leader in secure identity solutions HID Global, trusted leader in solutions for the delivery of secure identity, announced that parent company ASSA ABLOY's pending acquisition of LaserCard Corporation, a leading provider of secure ID solutions, represents an important advancement in HID Global's worldwide market position in the government sector and will significantly expand its portfolio of technol...

 ASIS International and IE Business School have collaborated to impart a management programmeASIS International (ASIS) , the pre-eminent organisation for security professionals, and IE Business School, a leading global business school, announced the introduction of Effective Management for Security Professionals-a five day executive education programme for mid-to-upper level security managers. The new certificate programme, which focuses on business fundamentals, will be offered Feb...

  Dr. Alan Haye, MD, AMG Systems said that 6100 series has been specifically developed for CCTV security market AMG Systems Ltd. announced that the company is launching a new series of Hybrid products at Intersec 2011. The new 5800/5900 series will be available both as stand alone and as rackmount. The 5800/5900 series offer the following feature functionality:Point-to-point transmissionStandalone and Rackmount options availableOnly 1x Multimode or Singlemode Fibre required1x Unco...

The Tailgate Detector offers an enhanced security solution Luxembourg-based sensing specialist IEE has won the GSN Homeland Security Award for its Tailgate Detector, an innovative access control solution based on 3D technology. The award was issued by Government Security News (GSN), a leading US industry publication featuring content concerning physical, IT and homeland security. IEE’s Tailgate Detector won for Best Physical Security Authentication/ Identification Syste...

 The study is based on a survey of integrators selling and installing both Axis analogue and IP-based surveillance systemsAxis Communications, the global leader in the network video market has announced the results of an independent study comparing costs of an analogue versus an IP video surveillance system. The study demonstrates that an IP-based system represents on average 13 per cent lower cost than a corresponding analogue system. The study is based on a survey of integrators acti...

  Bosch believes that achieving CPD status demonstrates its commitment to deliver the best professional courses The Bosch Security Academy has achieved Continuing Professional Development (CPD) certification for its IP networking course.The course, specifically designed with installers, project managers and support staff in mind, is a good starting point for engineers who are new to CCTV IP and want to develop a better understanding of the basics of networking.The course, delivered ove...

 Result of survey shows G4S's excellence in environmental protection, economic stability and developmentG4S Secure Solutions, the largest security solutions company in the UK and Ireland, has announced that it has been awarded 75 percent in the Government's annual Corporate Assessment of Environmental Social and Economic Responsibility (CAESER) survey.  The third year in succession that G4S has improved its results, this year it was particularly commended for its excellence in the...

 Richard Jemson will look into all the operational aspects across Axis Security's regional contractsAxis Security, one of the UK's fastest growing providers of integrated security solutions, has appointed Richard Jemson as National Operations Director, with overall responsibility for all operational aspects across Axis Security's regional contracts. Richard brings with him over 20 years' experience in the security industry, having spent 17 years with Reliance Security in various managerial...

 Bosch estimated that 75% of all Autodomes could be satisfied with just 'five' eggs and a bracket selectionBosch Security Systems has launched a new ‘egg and bracket' ordering process, an initiative to simplify the specification, storage and distribution of its high technology Autodome camera series and therefore dramatically improve and accelerate its availability to installers.Although more than 600 system variations are possible, Bosch estimated that 75% of all Autodomes...

 Honeywell will work in alliance with other security and IT manufacturers to integrate its IP cameras and systems Honeywell announced it is developing new strategic relationships with security manufacturers to increase interoperability among third-party IP systems. Earlier this year, the company formed the Honeywell Open Technology Alliance, dedicated to sharing IP technology and forging effective collaborations. Alliance members include Arquero, IProNet, Milestone Systems, Sureview Sy...

 From left to right Klaus U. Klosa, Gholam Sheibani, Jan van der Sluis, Philippe Spuehler, Hanspeter Kuendig and Dr. Otto EggimannIncreased offering of advanced integrated solutions for physical and logical access solutions from Unisys based on LEGIC advant technology.Unisys and LEGIC have agreed on an expansion of their business partnership. Based on the successful collaboration over the last two years, Unisys a leading IT service provider will now offer LEGIC based solutions for personal...

 Avigilon appoints sales professionals to address the growing demand for HD surveillance solution around the worldAvigilon hires industry-leading professionals to promote sales oriented progress within the organisation to manage record-breaking growth effectively. Avigilon, the performance and value leader in high definition (HD) and megapixel video surveillance systems announced that it has promoted key executives within the organization and hired three new sales executives...

  Smatrix is a VideoIP appliance with integrated storage system tailored for video security technologyAt Intersec 2011, which is taking place in Dubai from 16th-18th January 2011, Dallmeier will introduce the new VideoIP appliance Smatrix to the Middle East market for the first time. The complete range of HD and megapixel cameras will also be presented on the stand. Visit us in hall 3 at stand 215C.Smatrix: VideoIP appliance for video surveillanceThe Smatrix from Dallmeier is a VideoIP...

The Innovation Prize is the third award the Tailgate Detector has received this year Luxembourg-based sensing specialist IEE has won the Fedil Innovation Prize in the category Business Development for its Tailgate Detector, an innovative access control solution based on 3D sensing technology. The Business Federation Luxembourg Fedil issued the award at a ceremony held on Wednesday, 24 November 2010 at the Chamber of Commerce in Luxembourg, and which took place in the presence...

 Mobotix T24 Video IP Door Station  Mayflex has added the MOBOTIX T24 Video IP Door Station to its catalogue of IP based security solutions.The T24 incorporates a 360° high-resolution camera to capture images of the entire area in front of a building's entrance without any blind spots. When a doorbell is rung, a connection is established with an onsite VoIP video phone allowing the occupier to see and communicate with the visitor. A key feature of the T24, however, is that video an...

Schlage contactless smart credential Ingersoll Rand Security Technologies, a leading global provider of security and safety solutions and manufacturer of Schlage contactless smart credentials and readers, and ScreenCheck International, a leading developer of smart card software solutions, have entered into a partnership which will let customers design, encode, print and manage their card population through ScreenCheck's innovative BadgeMaker Online software. The partnership will offer customers...

 New for 2010 is a night-version of the Q24, incorporating a black and white sensor for after-hours surveillanceMOBOTIX, a technology leader and system provider of digital high-resolution network-based video security systems, announced its intent to expand sales and distribution channels in the U.S. market by growing its base of integrator and reseller partners, introducing new camera functionalities and targeting a broader group of vertical industries including retail, transportation and s...

  Axis reports 17 percent growth of net sales in surveillance products in 2009President Ray Mauritsson comments:The year ended with high activity on the market for installation of network video products, which resulted in a strong close to the year for Axis. Axis reported net sales of SEK 2,301 M (1,975) for 2009, which delivered growth of 17 percent for the year.All regions showed positive growth of over 30 percent in the fourth quarter. The strong close to the year is...

 This global initiative will give end-users more flexibility in designing IP video security systemsHoneywell has announced the Honeywell Open Technology Alliance, a group of global security manufacturers that will collaborate to increase interoperability between third-party IP systems and help businesses more easily secure and protect their facilities. As part of the initiative, Honeywell will work with security manufacturers to integrate their IP cameras and systems with its flagship...

  Optelecom announces a restructuring of  its sales team to encourage focus and growth in its global regionsOptelecom-NKF Inc., a leading global provider of Siqura® IP surveillance solutions, has announced it will restructure its sales team to support focus and growth in its global regions. Fabien Haubert has been promoted to the role of Senior Sales Director - Europe, Middle East and Africa. Chuck Queri has been promoted to the position of Senior Sales Director...

 SCM Microsystems and Bluehill ID AG combine their respective access and identification businessesSCM Microsystems, Inc., a leading provider of solutions for secure access, secure identity and secure exchange, and Bluehill ID AG, a leading provider of automatic identification and RFID technologies, products, services and solutions, have announced that the transaction to combine their respective businesses has closed. Under the terms of the Business Combination Agreement, SCM made...

 Samsung Techwin has recruited Richard Roberts and Belinda Cartwright to the technical support teamBelinda Cartwright has been appointed European Technical Support Administrator and Richard Roberts as a Technical Engineer.Commenting on the appointments, Gary Fletcher-Moore, European Technical Manager for the professional security products division of Samsung Techwin Europe Ltd said: "I am very pleased to welcome Belinda and Richard to the team. We launched over forty new...

  Avigilon is among the top 25 companies in British Columbia with the greatest potential for revenue growth Avigilon, the performance and value leader in high definition (HD) and megapixel video surveillance systems, is pleased to announce that the company has been named to Rocket Builders' 2010 "Ready to Rocket" list. The annual list names the top 25 privately held BC companies that are best positioned to capitalise on the 2010 technology sector trends that will lead them to...

  Ron Rothman has been named president of Honeywell Security GroupHoneywell has announced that Ron Rothman has been named president of Honeywell Security Group. Rothman will report to Roger Fradin, president and CEO of Automation and Control Solutions.In his new role, Rothman now leads the global security business, a leading innovator, manufacturer and supplier of electronic security technology protecting millions of homes, businesses and government facilities. Since 200...

  Nedap Security Management and Kapsch BusinessCom have announced partnership agreementNedap Security Management and Kapsch BusinessCom AG have announced that they entered into a partnership agreement to collaborate on the Austrian security market.System integrator Kapsch BusinessCom AG will become the new Business Partner of Nedap, the Dutch manufacturer of security management and access control systems. The agreement between both parties is aimed at expanding Nedap's activities...

  Axxon has joined the global open standards industry forum ONVIF (Open Network Video Interface Forum)Axxon, the market leader in open network video management software in the EMEA region, has joined the global open standards industry forum ONVIF (Open Network Video Interface Forum). Axxon joins at the highest level as a full member at a time when the standards body has attracted more than 100 members and is going from strength to strength.ONVIF, which was founded in 2008 by leading ve...

 Emizon has expanded its sales team in the UKEmizon IP, the advanced CCTV and alarm communications monitoring service, is expanding its sales team in the UK with two new appointments. Barry Roberts, will be responsible for the North of England and Dave Mereweather will take on the South West and Wales. Barry joins from a long and successful track record in the IT industry and Dave brings with him over 20 years of experience in dealing with security installers."I am delighted to we...

  Optelecom-NKF,  awarded a contract with the Direction Interdépartementale des Routes d'Ile-de-France (DIRIF)Optelecom-NKF Inc. (NASDAQ: OPTC), a leading global provider of Siqura® IP surveillance solutions, was awarded a contract with the Direction Interdépartementale des Routes d'Ile-de-France (DIRIF) to implement a video surveillance system for acquiring, transmitting, and recording video in 23 tunnels in the Paris area.Directed and financed by the French Min...