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Axis Communications, the market leader in network video, recently announced a strong addition to its line of fixed cameras for around-the-clock outdoor surveillance with AXIS Q1765-LE Network Camera. AXIS Q1765-LE with built-in infra-red (IR) LEDs and outdoor-ready enclosure has a powerful 18x motorised optical zoom with autofocus for covering long distances in crisp and clear 1080p HDTV resolution (see video). The bullet-style network camera was designed for monitoring entrances, exits and per...

The collaboration will allow Tri-Ed and AIL to share information on market insights within their areas of operation Tri-Ed and Aditya Infotech Ltd. will be inviting other key distributors from other parts of the world to join The International Alliance of Independent Security Distributors Tri-Ed, North America’s largest independent security distributor, and Aditya Infotech Ltd. (AIL), India’s No.1 Security & Safety Products Distribution house and a leading glo...

SeeTec video management solutions can now benefit from features of the latest Bosch IP video cameras SeeTec AG, a pioneer in network-based video surveillance, is the latest member of the Bosch Integration Partner Program which is designed to promote and enhance interoperability between Bosch products and other leading security products, applications, software or systems. Companies of any size using SeeTec video management solutions can now benefit from the unmatched features o...

HID Global provides governments worldwide with highly customisable identity solutions for citizen ID programs HID Global, a worldwide leader in secure identity solutions, recently announced it has joined the Secure Identity Alliance, the industry’s reference body for secure documents and eServices. HID Global brings expertise to the secure government-to-citizen ID market worldwide with solutions that provide advantages over traditional paper-based documents, such as more...

With shipments of cameras continuing to rise, the daily data dump is expected to more than double in just four years The extraordinary deluge of data in the surveillance business is being triggered by a flood of new high-definition (HD) video cameras entering the market, according to the new report entitled “Enterprise and IP Storage used for Video Surveillance” from IHS Inc. With shipments of such cameras continuing to rise, the daily data dump is expected to...

CP PLUS TeknoLogix Labs develops TranX technology for their hi-end analogue range of cameras, enabling users to control OSD (On-screen Displays) feature of the camera through a remote control device from the DVR location, hence, reducing installation time of the camera’s OSD function dramatically. The CP PLUS TranX feature will be available in the professional and performance series of 650TVL and 700TVL range of CCD cameras. TranX technology: Conventionally, engineer used to give instru...

Zebra Commerce encompasses a suite of hardware devices, software applications and services Zebra Technologies Corporation, a recognised global leader in products and solutions that extend real-time visibility into business operations, recently announced, Zebra Commerce, a new brand that encompasses a suite of hardware devices, software applications, and services targeted at mobilising the operations of retailers and field service organisations. Zebra Commerce brings together...

ZeitControl together with Samsung Electronics developed a flexible and fast running BasicCard applet ZeitControl cardsystems GmbH a developer of smart card operation systems (OS), is contributing the BasicCard RFID to a project run by the “German National Transportation Agency (VDV)” – which will distribute over 8 million e-tickets in the next 4 years. The e-ticket is a contactless payment system for the local public transport. ZeitControl, as OS provider, t...

The residential sector accounted for 40.7% of the $2.7 billion global intruder alarm market in 2012 The elusive goal of integration in the intrusion industry is beginning to gain realistic momentum with the growing trend to combine home automation and home security systems, on a single platform, according to a recent study titled “The World Maker for Intruder Alarms – 2013 Edition” by IMS Research, now part of IHS. The residential sector accounted for 40.7%...

Dallmeier’s HD cameras keep an eye on everything: the entrance, sales areas, lounge and cashier’s counter It is truly a gemstone set in the heart of the historic district of Regensburg: The court jeweller Mühlbacher presents fine jewellery and exquisite timepieces in their elegant showrooms. A modern video surveillance system by Dallmeier, configured with the highest resolution and adherence to detail, watches discreetly in the background. For well over 1...

The Traka Intelligent Laptop Locker is designed to control and automate the process of issuing laptop tablets to students Traka, an ASSA ABLOY Group company, is exhibiting the latest generation of its intelligent locker technology at ASIS 2013 with its Intelligent Laptop and Modular Locker products. The Traka Intelligent Laptop Locker is designed to control and automate the process of issuing laptop tablets to students or employees and ensuring they are returned and stored se...

The solution includes American Dynamics’ video management system to manage the museum’s Illustra IP domes Tyco Security Products, part of Tyco, the world’s largest pure-play fire protection and security company, announced recently that the Exploratorium, a ground breaking interactive science museum and modern learning laboratory, has chosen its video and access control technologies as part of a unified security solution for its new state-of-the-art facility o...

The Delta barricade that protected the consulate staff in Herat was the DSC1100 Delta Scientific recently announced that Delta barricades at the United States Consulate in Herat, Afghanistan, stopped a bomb-laden car and SUV from penetrating the entrances to the facility. The Taliban attacked the consulate in western Afghanistan with car bombs and guns on Friday, September 13 (2013), killing at least four Afghans but failing to enter the compound or hurt any Americans. The two...

High definition (HD) megapixel cameras can help in the surveillance of larger areas with fewer cameras while delivering superior detail and improving overall security operations. This translates into lower infrastructure costs and improved overall return on investment (ROI), enabling users to deploy less expensive video systems with megapixel cameras and achieve better performance and functionality. In this article, Scott Schafer, Executive Vice President of Arecont Vision ex...

Sighthound, Inc. announces today the launch of Sighthound Video, a product designed to disrupt the hard-to-use world of video security software and bring new levels of intelligence to keeping an eye on those things most precious to you. Sighthound Video has been trained to simulate the human brain’s recognition abilities. The software not only detects motion, it detects people. The software’s ability to detect and differentiate humans from animals or other objects greatly reduces the...

A light and small form factor: With a mere 50mm width and a weight from only 180g inclusive of the cable, the MDF4220HD from Dallmeier is a wonderful space saver. The mini box camera with a 1.3 megapixel CMOS image sensor provides HD video in real-time (720p/30), using the H.264 codec. The MDF4220HD is a hybrid camera, which can send HD video over IP and analogue SD video via BNC simultaneously. Equipped with a 1/4" tripod socket located on the top and bottom side, the MDF4220HD fits all stand...

Genetec, a global leader in unified IP security solutions and ranked number-one in video management surveillance (VMS), recently announced the availability of its SV-PRO Network Security Appliance line through certified integrators in its European and Middle East markets. Ideal for mid-size and stand-alone businesses, the SV-PRO comes pre-installed with the unified video surveillance and access control features offered in Genetec Security Center. Enhancements have also been made to the SV-16, a...

Identive’s ability to operate as a united, focused company is strengthened with the appointments approved by its Board Identive Group, Inc. announces Steven Humphreys as its new Chairman of the Board and the promotion of Lawrence W. Midland to President and Dr. Manfred Mueller to Chief Operating Officer of the company. All appointments are effective immediately. “Identive’s ability to operate as a united, focused company is strengthened with the appointm...

As a memeber of, Key Systems Inc will now provide enhanced security options for Asset tracking Ingersoll Rand Security Technologies has announced that Key Systems, Inc., manufacturer of high security electronic asset control devices and high security management software to provide real-time event reporting has joined the aptiQ Alliance programme. Customers can now use one credential, a high security aptiQ smart card, with Key Systems, Inc. products to gain access to and track...

The rapidly expanding internet retailer redcoon has been using a Geutebruck integrated video solution since early 2013 when its distribution operation moved to its new purpose-built logistics centre in Erfurt, Germany.  This 53,000 square metre facility holds over 400,000 items at peak periods and is equipped with all sorts of technology. For data processing alone12 kilometres of glass fibre cable and 55 kilometres of data cable had to be installed, as well as 1000 data connection sockets...

 The upgrade to the access control system combines ASSA ABLOY’s Aperio technology with Siemens SiPass security At the head office of global testing systems supplier WEETECH, an upgrade to the access control system combines ASSA ABLOY’s Aperio technology with Siemens SiPass security. WEETECH is a global company with offices in over 20 countries. Its goal was simple: to enhance security at its 70-employee headquarters by installing a modern electronic access co...

Traka has appointed 16 new resellers in 2013 including 10 in Europe and five in Asia Traka plc, a leading developer of intelligent key and asset management solutions around the world, has appointed 16 new resellers in 2013 including 10 in Europe and five in Asia. These new channels join a network of 40 global resellers spanning countries such as Hong Kong, Turkey, Colombia and Poland. 2013 has seen the highest rate of reseller appointments for the company so far as a direct r...

Project productivity improves when systems integrator and client personalities “integrate” Long-term business relationships can be a win-win proposition for system integrators and customers alike. In this article, Jason Oakley, CEO of North American Video (NAV), explains that compared to simply transactional relationships that are typically short-term projects, long-term relationships generally provide better working relationships, increased satisfaction, reduced c...

Cisco recently announced enhancements to its portfolio of safety and security solutions with video surveillance architectures and new IoT enabled solutions that ease management of millions of connected cameras and devices. The "Internet of Things" is the next technology transition where devices will allow us to sense and control the physical world by making objects smarter and connecting them through an intelligent network. Video Surveillance Manager 7 (VSM7) provides new capabilities that enabl...

JD Sports Fashion Group currently has over 450 stores throughout the UK. The majority of the stores are operated as JD Sports outlets although the company also trades under the Banks, Scotts and Size fashion brands. "We carried out extensive research and tested a wide range of CCTV equipment before deciding which manufacturer to commit to," said Tim Edwards, Group Loss Control Director. "It was clear that the Samsung SVR-1645 stood head and shoulders above any other DVR that we tested." Tim wa...

The Yale Real Living line of electronic locks combines a wide range of features with a high level of flexibility Underscoring its commitment to access control for today’s digital home, Yale is at ASIS 2013 demonstrating its line of Yale Real Living™ intelligent locks and supporting its extensive roster of top integration partners exhibiting here. The Yale Real Living line of electronic locks combines a wide range of features with a high level of flexibility to mak...

The AXIS A1001 Network Door Controller comes with built-in web-based software Axis Communications enters the physical access control market by introducing a network door controller with built-in web-based software. AXIS A1001 Network Door Controller is a complement to Axis’ existing portfolio of innovative network video products and creates unique integration possibilities for partners and end users. AXIS Entry Manager with focus on ease of-use and intuitive access mana...

The growing popularity of hardware-inclusive billing models has potential to reshape the video surveillance industry Much like the mobile phone industry, the video surveillance industry is turning towards a recurring monthly revenue model that includes the cost of hardware into a monthly service fee, according to a new report from IHS Inc., a leading global source of critical information and insight. The world market for video surveillance as a service (VSaaS) is expected to...

Stanley Solutions' Zeus and NT500 Access Control has increased NFT's efficiency Stanley Security Solutions has completed the installation of comprehensive security and Time & Attendance (T&A) systems for a leading chilled food distribution company, helping to improve their efficiency.Established for over 30 years, NFT is the market leader in chilled, time-critical food and drink logistics serving major manufacturers, importers and leading grocery multiple retailers.&nb...

TETRA TB3 base station enables authorities’ nationwide digital network to be fed directly into airport’s indoor radio system Cassidian has set up a high-performance TETRA TB3 base station at Düsseldorf Airport in cooperation with the airport’s IT service provider, SITA Airport IT GmbH. The base station enables the authorities’ nationwide digital network to be fed directly into the airport’s indoor radio system. The new digital radio system s...