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 SCTA  enters a partnership with Export Development CanadaSecure City Technology Alliance™ (SCTA), an association of technology and market leaders in the physical security and telecommunications industries, is pleased to announce that Export Development Canada (EDC) has agreed to engage its international customers and projects to help introduce the SCTA offering and solutions. In addition, SCTA will recommend projects to the EDC for financial support. The partnership enables SCTA...

March Networks introduces Partner Connections March Networks®, a global provider of intelligent IP video solutions, is pleased to announce Partner Connections - a new programme that provides its extensive Certified Solution Provider (CSP) community with a greater competitive advantage in the marketplace through multiple sales incentives, deal registration, innovative training, social media, online and local events, and additional channel tools and resources.Partner Connections strengthens t...

Suprema's RealScan-10 UID is a compact-sized portable fingerprint live scanner Suprema, Inc., a global leader in biometrics and ID solutions, announced that the company's latest ‘RealScan-10 UID' fingerprint live scanner tested in full compliance and received certification from the Government of India's STQC (Standardisation Testing & Quality Certification) for the country's UID (Unique ID, India's next generation national ID) project. The STQC certification is an essential requireme...

With healthcare facilities facing budget cuts and reductions in personnel, it is increasingly difficult to maintain high quality care around the clock.  Employing technology to help in the process is now commonplace, with Siemens RFID (Radio Frequency Identification) tracing solutions adopted by many facilities throughout the world. Modern wireless technology allows the determination of the location of any object or person in real time.  In hospitals or other healthcare facilities, th...

On 1 December, Raytec will host a webinar on 'Lighting for IP & megapixel cameras' CCTV lighting experts Raytec launch a free programme of webinars to promote the best practices in both CCTV and general lighting applications.Raytec are world leaders in CCTV lighting and the winter webinar series is designed to bring installers, designers and planners up to date with the latest practises, techniques and opportunities with LED lighting. The sessions provide useful tools and practical advice...

Mirasys is ready to address growing demand for IP-ready Video Management Software in IndiaMirasys Ltd, a leading provider of Open Platform and Video Management and Video Surveillance Solutions, has announced continued focus on global expansion with developments in India. This move extends Mirasys' reach into South Asia from one of its innovation centres to be based there.Mirasys' expansion has been spurred by an exponential rise in market demand for Video Management Software that brings state-of...

G-WalknView is a streaming application enabling live streams and recorded images from Geutebruck's DVRsGeutebruck, the German video system manufacturer has hit on an idea for improving the functionality of its systems by adopting and adapting what mobile device manufacturers are doing. It has opened an online store to sell certificated software applications or ‘apps' which add value for its system-users. The new GStore is set to incentivise innovation by enabling outside software developer...

Sara says AMG is invited to speak on -'The Technologies and Topologies of CCTV Transmission Networks' at IFSECAMG Systems Ltd. announces that the company's strong momentum in the Indian market forms the basis for showcasing a wide range of transmission solutions at this year's IFSEC India.International Sales & Marketing Director Sara Bullock says: "AMG Systems has built a very strong customer base in India and we continue to see an increase in projects from a market which is clearly gro...

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...

The gates that give access to the campus are equipped with Nedap long range vehicle identification readersHindustan Unilever Limited (HUL), the largest Fast Moving Consumer Goods Company in India, has chosen Nedap's security management system AEOS to secure its new corporate office in Mumbai.The Indian subsidiary of Unilever recently moved its corporate office within the city of Mumbai to a new ultramodern campus, which is spread over 12.5 acres of land and will house over 1600 employees. The ca...

Honeywell has announced that SureView Systems has joined the Honeywell Open Technology Alliance, a collaboration that allows Honeywell to work with other manufacturers to share and integrate technology using open architecture and standards. The collaboration offers integration between Honeywell's WIN-PAK™ Pro Central Station access control software and the SureView Immix® software. Immix offers an additional level of security management to t...

 Several IP surveillance manufacturers and suppliers will be exhibiting at Secutech 2011Leading IP surveillance manufacturers and suppliers will display their latest products at more than 600 booths at Secutech, held 20 - 22 April 2011 at the Nangang Taipei World Trade Centre, Taiwan. The show is organised by Messe Frankfurt New Era Business Media Ltd, a leading integrated media company dedicated to the security industry, organising Secutech trade fairs as well as publishing 12 A&S...

 The 5th ASIS International Asia-Pacific Conference will take place in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia in December 2011ASIS International is now accepting abstracts for presentations for its 2011 Asia-Pacific Conference. The 5th ASIS International Asia-Pacific Conference & Exhibition will take place in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia on 5-7 December 2011.It will feature around 30 high-level educational sessions divided over three parallel tracks. The Conference will also include sessions for Chief Securi...

QNAP Security, a world class manufacturer of PC-less Network Video Recorder (NVR) solutions recently announced the release of a mobile network surveillance application, VMobile, for Apple iPad, iPhone, and iPod Touch which allows users to connect to QNAP network surveillance systems (VioStor NVR) to monitor the IP cameras and playback the video recordings via Wi-Fi or 3G network connection."With VMobile, users can connect to an unlimited number of VioStor NVR servers and monitor the IP...

PegaSys is the latest wireless intelligent access control solution from Ingersoll RandIngersoll Rand is delighted to announce that  NT Security has been granted Approved Installer status for its PegaSys Intelligent Access Control System. The Kent-based company will support the specification of the new PegaSys Intelligent Access Control System, create quotations, supply and install systems and provide after-sales service, support and maintenance for the South East of England.PegaSys, the lat...

 MOBOTIX specialises in high-resolution and network-based video security systemsMobotix AG, system provider of high-resolution and network-based video security systems, announced the preliminary financial results for the first three months of the fiscal year 2010/11 ending on September 30, 2010. The MOBOTIX Group (IFRS consolidated statements) successfully begins its new business year and achieved a sales growth of 42% to €15.1 million (previous year: €10.6 million).Net income for...

 The Advantage Partner Programe offers the benefits of Adpro's technology within Bold's central station platformBold Communications has joined ADPRO'S Advantage Partner Programme providing full central station integration for management of both Adpro FastTrace and the new V3100 Hybrid DVR and Transmitter. The Advantage Partner Programme is a new initiative which enables RVRCs to have the benefit of Adpro's new CCTV technology within Bold's scaleable Gemini central station platform. The Bold...

The use of retinal scans for security applications is increasing The eyes have it. The use of iris recognition technology is expanding around the globe and it is being utilised in a vast array of commercial and government applications ranging from access control to time management. ASSA ABLOY Future Lab examines  how this biometric technology is breaking new ground in identity management and other security applications. Retinal vs. iris scans Often confused w...

SourceSecurity.com was at the tradeshow in Dallas to capture the excitement at many of the exhibitors' booths as they showcased their latest products and innovations. On show were a number of HD and IP surveillance products alongside an array of newly released access control and integrated solutions.  See the album with captions

Retailers around the globe are challenged with reducing expenses and increasing revenue by improving the effectiveness of their store operations. As the economy fluctuates, these businesses have become even more conscious of measuring store performance and lowering operational costs. Is the store busier on Monday evenings than it is on Friday afternoons? If there are multiple locations or departments, does one attract more customers than another? Does a store have "hot spots", areas where custo...

Dedicated Micros' Closed IPTV solution is a key focus for the company at IP ExpoMike Newton, founder of CCTV specialist Dedicated Micros - part of AD Group - takes a closer look at the company's award-winning Closed IPTV solution which is a key focus for Dedicated Micros at IP EXPO, the UK's largest end-to-end IT infrastructure event, being held from 20-21 October at Earls Court 2 in London.In essence Closed IPTV, which I was instrumental in creating, has been brought to mark...

The SourceSecurity.com team on the ground at this year's Security Essen recorded many of the exhibitors in their full glory. There was a strong presence of high definition (HD) and megapixel products on show, alongside a mirage of access control and integrated solutions to explore:See the album with captions

Working in the security smoke industry requires a certain amount of information gathering, keeping your finger on the proverbial pulse to find out what the criminals are up to, who they are targeting. It's a relentless skirmish to keep one step ahead. Whatever your data accumulation method, you can be sure that the stream flows freely and constantly, despite official figures reassuring us that crime is on the decline. The retail sector continues to be hit hard, dozens and dozens of incidents,...

Thermal surveillance cameras have numerous security benefits All network cameras have a basic physical limitation: they need light to work. Phil Doyle, Regional Director, Northern Europe at Axis Communications examines the key benefits of thermal imaging cameras in surveillance.  Some network cameras have night and day vision capability that allows them to operate in very poor lighting conditions, down to fractions of a lux. And of course, if natural light is not availab...

The market continues to see an influx of SaaS and web-based access control systemsThe post-recession access control market has inspired new trends, while others have slowed. As Asia continues its quest for the latest technology, and smart card adoption continues to grow in EMEA, the Americas has emerged as the forerunner for SaaS and web-based access control systems. According to the latest statistics from IMS Research, the global access control market is forecast to reach over $1.8 billion...

V6221-G Series camera that features a 1/2.5" progressive scan CMOS sensor and a 10x optical zoom lensInfinova announced that it will introduce its new V6221-G Series 2.0 megapixel network zoom camera that features a 1/2.5" progressive scan CMOS sensor and a 10x optical zoom lens at Booth 1447 during the ASIS International Seminar and Exhibition to be held October 12-15 in the Dallas Convention Centre and at IFSEC India, November 23-25 in Mumbai. Ideal for any surveillance application,...

LEGIC will be able to ensure increased product compatibility by becoming a MIFARE licenseeLEGIC Identsystems Ltd announced that it will support NXP Semiconductors' MIFARE technology in its reader platforms. By becoming a MIFARE licensee, LEGIC will be able to ensure that its reader components and systems are compatible with the portfolio of MIFARE-based smart cards, including MIFARE™ Classic, MIFARE Plus™ and MIFARE DESFire™ EV1. The agreement will foster LEGIC in its position...

  Going back to the blueprint - assessing the challenges of designing an IP CCTV The world of IP CCTV design is continuously progressing. Security system designers and installers have to frequently evaluate customers' needs when running an IP-surveillance system on a company's network. It is up to the CCTV sales manager to eradicate any concerns regarding IP-based CCTV systems and look at the requirements of each customer, subsequently offering bespoke networks to suit the...

INDESEC showcased latest technologies for homeland & border security, maritime security etcOver 100 exhibitors Over 50 speakers, panellists & chairmen Over 2,000 attendeesThe third edition of INDESEC Expo establishes itself as the platform for global home security solution providers to gather and address solutions for the Indian government. INDESEC took place from 6-8 September, 2010 in New Delhi.The event was well attended by all sectors of the homeland security industry and early repor...

  False security alarms can be reduced with simple business practices In today's security conscious environment, repeated false alarms can be costly to a business, and not just in financial terms. A false alarm is simply the activation of one's security alarm system for no apparent reason. With the introduction of European standards and the UK implementation of PD6662 (scheme for the application of European Standards for intruder and hold-up alarm systems) and DD243 (code...