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Customer profileThe City of Oshawa, Ontario, Canada, is home to approximately 152,000 residents. With the revitalisation of City Hall, several municipal buildings and recreation centres and over 1200 acres of passive and active parkland, the City of Oshawa has a duty to ensure it provides its employees and residents with a safe and secure living and working environment.Technology & integration Aimetis Symphony™ Client & Server software COTS hardware for clients & servers A...

Quorum Touch - an innovative all-in-one touchscreen CCTV management system from CodestuffCodestuff, a leading provider of innovative video management systems, has announced a distribution agreement with Controlware to offer the world's first purpose-built touchscreen based CCTV monitoring, recording and management system to over 500 European channel partners. Launched in April 2009, Quorum Touch is an innovative system for up to 16 cameras combining all the elements of a traditional CCTV system...

There is a growing demand for education on the latest technology innovations in IP surveillanceAxis Communications, the global market leader in the network video market, shows its commitment to its partners through offering in-depth training at the Axis Communications Academy. The academy is now extending its offering of online courses to anyone who is interested. With the ongoing migration from analogue CCTV to IP-based surveillance there is a constant and growing demand for education on the la...

Mission With an annual turnover of 800 million Danish Kronor, IT distributor EET Nordic's logistics centre in Ballerup is a hive of activity requiring optimum control. Every day, thousands of computer products destined for end customers around Europe are transported in and out of the enormous warehouse. In the midst of all the activity it can be difficult to avoid uncertainty and mistakes in connection with individual deliveries. Although it does not happen often, this is always a problem that...

Reinhard Schweizer, Head of Purchasing (left), accepts the Axis EMEA Reseller Award 2009 for VIDEORVIDEOR held its top position as the most successful distributor of the Axis portfolio for the EMEA area and received the award "Security Partner of the Year 2009" from Axis. The Swedish manufacturer of network video solutions nominates its most successful distributor every two years. VIDEOR accepted the EMEA Reseller Award for the third time in succession. The award ceremony took pla...

Products to be exhibited at Secutech include CCTV, Access Control, Intrusion Alarm, management software and moreOver one hundred exhibitors are taking part in Secutech Vietnam, Vietnam's largest trade fair for security, fire and safety which is taking place from 25 - 27 August 2010 at Saigon Exhibition & Convention Centre (SECC), Ho Chi Minh City. The show is organised by Messe Frankfurt New Era Business Media Ltd., a leading integrated media company dedicated to the security industry,...

Image quality is affected by more than just zoom Surveillance cameras are only as useful as the quality of images they produce.  Therefore when selecting cameras for a security system, it is imperative to select one with features that will provide the best results possible.  It is often thought that the higher the zoom, the better the quality of the images produced.  However, this is not always necessarily the case. Phil Doyle, Regional Director, Northern Europe...

AXIS Q1755 Network Cameras were selected for broadcasting of reconstruction progressMissionThe process of the Ukraine preparation for EURO 2012 is constantly in focus for the UEFA's officials. European media coverage regarding estimations of the readiness of Ukrainian stadiums for this event has not always been objective. Under these conditions, the Ukrainian organisers of EURO 2012 decided that availability of live broadcasting of reconstruction of the Olympic National Sports Complex was the on...

AXIS P3301 is ideal for surveillance in exposed indoor environmentsMissionCape Quarter prides itself on being ‘the only place to be in Cape Town'. As a one-stop destination for sumptuous restaurants and unique lifestyle shops, Cape Quarter offers visitors a chance to indulge in some retail therapy in the splendour of this architecturally superb shopping mall. In an environment such as this, the safety and security of patrons and tenants is essential. Cape Quarter Property Company (Pty) Ltd...

The clear HD camera images are recorded and archived in XProtect Video Management Software from MilestoneMilestone XProtect™, the world's leading open platform IP video management software, is being used to record and archive video of the orca whale called Morgan, while he is at the Dutch ‘Dolfinarium' located in Harderwijk. Secured by Web, a Certified Milestone Partner, has made the innovative solution so the curious public can see live video streaming from an Axis high definition n...

Customer profileKück Automobiles is a one-stop-shop for new and used car sales and service. The company was founded in 1998, and specialises in the import and export of vehicles within the European Union. They pride themselves on finding the best deals from vehicle manufacturers, which allows them to offer exceptional prices to their customers. To meet growing demand, in 2001, Kück Automobiles moved their headquarters to a 3500 square metres industrial site in Düren, Germany ("The...

Axis will exhibit its entire range of CCTV cameras to be used at Expo 2010 in ShanghaiAxis is proud to be an official sponsor of the Swedish Pavilion at Expo 2010 in Shanghai. With the Spirit of Innovation at focus, Axis network video products help contributes to the overall global expo ‘Better city, Better life' theme. The expo will take place from May 1, 2010 - October 31, 2010. The Expo welcomes 238 participating countries of which 45 will have their own pavilion. Sweden will be located...

Milestone software and Axis and IQinVision CCTVs are deployed in the city of Dublin, OhioMilestone XProtect™ Enterprise Video Management Software (VMS) provides centralised management for the city of Dublin, Ohio. City management and IT staff built the installation on the unified Milestone platform with its open architecture running on an IT infrastructure. The ease of use for employees has reduced operation costs for the city and the wireless network flexibility helps them manage security...

A good example of a well managed IP-based surveillance system is that installed by Breckland District CouncilAxis Communications, the global leader in the network video market asks how many of the UK's reported six million cameras in public spaces are managed as effectively and efficiently as they could be.It is clear that video surveillance plays a key role in fighting crime and protecting public spaces. However, its role can be improved and better management will ensure the cameras capture qua...

The IP surveillance training facility is designed to support Axis Communications AcademyAxis Communications, the global leader in the network video market, announced the opening of a new Canadian sales office and IP surveillance solution centre in Canada."Over the last several years we have seen strong and increasing interest in network video products on the Canadian market. Establishing an office and new training centre in Canada is thus a natural step in our expansion plans," sa...

The hosted surveillance service used AXIS M1031W network cameras to monitor the in-foal mares 24x7Axis Communications, the global leader in the network video market announces that its partner iP eye has provided international show jumper, Andrew Mizon, with a hosted surveillance service that uses AXIS M1031W network cameras to monitor his in-foal mares 24x7 from anywhere in the world.International show jumper, Andrew Mizon put two of his horses in foal to Dollar du Maurier and chose to use an in...

A very strong close of the second quarter generated growth of 6 percentNet sales during the period amounted to SEK 1,321 M (1,074), and sales amounted to SEK 678 M (542) for the second quarter. Operating profit during the period amounted to SEK 169 M (93), and operating profit amounted to SEK 74 M (46) for the second quarter. Profit before tax during the period amounted to SEK 168 M (92), and profit before tax amounted to SEK 74 M (46) for the second quarter. Profit after tax during the period t...

AXIS 212 PTZ Network Cameras will be mounted in the ceiling at store entrances and exitsAxis Communications has announced that Axis network cameras are being installed in the world's biggest furniture supplier to keep track of the number of visitors passing in and out of the stores. The installation comprises some hundred cameras equipped with software from Axis' partner Cognimatics. "There is a clear trend in the retail sector towards using network cameras equipped with intelligent softwar...

Aimetis Symphony software, Axis 221 and Sony RZ25N network cameras are at work at VistaCustomer profile Located at the Lester B. Pearson International Airport in Toronto, Canada, Vista Cargo Terminals offers a full-service multi-modal cargo terminal concept designed to offer a full range and flexibility of facilities and services to airlines, freight forwarders, expediters, couriers, and custom brokers, among other companies.Technology & integrationAimetis Symphony™ Client & Server...

Mission The glorious, sun-kissed suburb of Umhlanga Ridge, north of Durban (South Africa), is home to Liberty Life's plush new regional office. The 11,000 square metre building was designed and built with an emphasis on environmentally-friendly features and energy-saving technology, as part of Liberty's commitment to the national Energy Efficiency Accord. Liberty Properties' stringent security and building management system criteria necessitated the installation of a sophisticated, effective su...

The site is an example of the integration of video surveillance, access control and intrusion detection solutionsCustomer profileSand- & Kieswerke Nowotnik is a major supplier of raw materials for the regional housing and road construction industry. The company has a large sand and gravel facility located in Erftstadt, Germany, to produce high quality aggregates used in a number of local construction projects. The facility houses heavy equipment for processing of the raw material and several...

IFSEC is established as the world's largest annual security eventFor the 38th successive year, IFSEC delivered a first-class event for the international security industry when it took place from 10 - 13 May 2010 at the NEC Birmingham. Established as the world's largest annual security event, thousands of visitors descended on Birmingham to see more than 750 industry-renowned companies showcase their latest developments and take advantage of more than 30 hours of free educational content.Jam...

AP Group installed AXIS M1011 network cameras in 18 flag shopsMissionWith several subsidiaries including AP Group (China) Ltd and Fujian AP Industry Ltd, AP International is specialised in the creative design, media, product development, as well as research, manufacturing and sales of colour napkins. The company has a reliable customer base in Europe, America and Australia. The large scale of the business can occasionally result in delays and inaccuracy.To ensure smooth management of its chain s...

 Aimetis, a global leader in intelligent video management software signed a distribution agreement with WYNITAimetis Corp, a global leader in intelligent video management software, announced that it has signed a distribution agreement with WYNIT to add Aimetis Symphony™ software to their security product line."We are quite pleased with our growing relationship with Aimetis", states Ron Van Tassel, WYNIT Business Development Manager for Security, Surveillance, and ID Sol...

Mission Storstockholm's Lokaltrafik AB (SL) transports 700,000 passengers daily, by bus and train, within the Stockholm area. To create a safer environment and a stress-free journey for both travellers and personnel, it is necessary to have complete surveillance of buses, trains, stations, waiting rooms, pathways and train depots. In 2005, SL began the Security Project (Trygghetsprojektet) with the intention of creating a safer travel and work environment, minimizing interruptions in traffic, a...

The AXIS 211 cameras offer excellent image quality thanks to their sensor with progressive scan technologyMissionThe Technical Vehicle Inspection is a service that aims to reduce the incidence of accidents by mechanical failures in road safety. The purpose of these inspections is to verify that the general condition, such as vehicle safety features, meet the requirements that allow it to circulate without posing a danger to its occupants, other road users or the environment, and to control the l...

SituCon Systems, an Axis partner in Port Washington, deployed more than a dozen Axis PTZ network camerasMissionWhen police unravelled a Columbine-like plot that included a planned assault on emergency first responders, it forever changed the psyche of the quaint seaside town of Marshfield, Mass. The police department and emergency management agency wanted to improve public safety by installing video cameras in several high-risk public buildings. But since cameras were going into areas where they...

Intersport placed an order for 25 Axis network cameras and AXIS Camera Station softwareMissionAt 4,000 square metres in size, the Intersport Megastore in Roermond is a prominent member of the International Intersport organisation. The retail store, located in a 35,000 square metre retail park in the south of the Netherlands, is open 363 days a year. A large surface area implies a large number of visitors and a wide range of products. Under these conditions video surveillance is an absolute neces...

Milestone's IP is operating with MobiDEOS MobileCamViewer for mobile access to video surveillanceAt Goodwill Industries locations in Illinois, Milestone Systems XProtect™ open platform IP video management software is operating with MobiDEOS MobileCamViewer for mobile access to video surveillance and remote video on their BlackBerries, to monitor and reduce shrinkage. The solution is also a tool for safety and employee training, with the Milestone platform enabling investigations of innovat...

At the boarding stations, four AXIS 212 PTZ and AXIS 211 Network Cameras were installedMissionThe public transport link between the centre of Bolzano and the plateau of Renon, in the hamlet of Soprabolzano, Italy, has a long tradition: for more than 100 years, families, commuters, students and tourists have been using this service. After 40 years of honourable service, STA (Strutture Trasporto Alto Adige S.p.A.) decided to replace the old cable car with a new type of cableway which is faster, mo...