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Samsung Techwin has recruited a professional and knowledgeable European sales teamDelegates who attended Samsung Techwin's 2009 Vision Day Conference heard Managing Director of Samsung Techwin Europe Ltd, Mr. Jake Kim, state that the company was on track to be the number one professional security brand in Europe while President of Samsung Techwin, Mr. Chang Suk-Oh, reaffirmed the focus on the professional security industry by announcing it as a core business for the organisation.Attending distri...

 Local crime awareness day held at Elephant and Castle shopping centre First Security played its part at a local community crime awareness day, held at Elephant and Castle Shopping Centre last weekend, alongside the Met Police and the British Transport Police. The day was organised by the Shopping Centre Manager, Mike Knell and was sponsored by the shopping centre owners, St Modwen Properties along with Global Aware International and Signcraft.  The event was opened with...

 ScottishPower has invested in IndigoVision's IP Video for an integrated security solutionIndigoVision's complete IP Video system is at the heart of an innovative multi-site integrated security solution for ScottishPower, one of the UK's largest utility companies. The system integrates CCTV, intruder alarms, intercoms and control of gates, barriers and doors through IndigoVision's ‘Control Center' IP Video and alarm management software. The system was installed by IndigoVision's appro...

Videoswitch DVRs have been specified as part of the CCTV system upgrade at 45 City Link DepotsVideoswitch DVRs have been specified as part of the CCTV system upgrade at 45 City Link Depots and are to play a key role in the future rollout programme of new Depots."City Link is committed to protecting its properties against security, operational and business risks," said Stuart Godman, Sales & Marketing Director, "We have worked closely in partnership with Unique Integrated Syste...

 Remote Video Response, (RVR) launched a new electronic surveillance service to help protect Heavy Goods Vehicle (HGV) driversGloucester-based Remote Video Response, (RVR), has launched a new electronic surveillance service with remotely operated CCTV cameras to help protect Heavy Goods Vehicle (HGV) drivers who make multiple deliveries at night. RVR is part of UTC Fire & Security, a unit of United Technologies Corp.The new service, known as ‘Driver Minder', has been introduced sp...

  Wide range of ID, security and access control card printing technologies at IFSEC 2009With some exciting new card printing developments from Zebra being featured at IFSEC this year, DED will further strengthen their position as a leader in the field of card printing technologies and software. Alongside Zebra's latest, DED will be featuring a wide range of ID, Security and Access Control card printing solutions with Visitor and Time Management software. Plastic card printers from Zebr...

  IndigoVision's IP Revolution Roadshows have proved to be very popular with end-users, consultants and integratorsIndigoVision, a leading manufacturer of complete IP security solutions, will be running an IP Revolution Roadshow during the IFSEC week. The Roadshows, which have proved to be very popular with end-users, consultants and integrators, were launched in 2008 and have been staged at a number of shows and venues around the world.The IP Revolution Roadshow consists of a ½...

 Paxton Access to showcase Net2 plus and Net2 nano at IFSEC 2009Released to the market in April, these eagerly awaited additions to the Net2 range provide even more flexibility when specifying or installing an access control system.Net plus and Net2 nano have been designed to extend the possibilities of Net2, Paxton Access' networked access control system.Net2 plus is a new control unit for the Net2 access control system. It has an on-board RJ45 socket to connect to a TCP/IP network in...

 LILIN confirms ONVIF membership and aims to showcase a number of early ONVIF product demonstrations at IFSEC 2009 in MayAs support for this emerging IP standard protocol gains pace, LILIN have confirmed their membership of the Open Network Video Interface Forum (ONVIF).With 5 years of IP CCTV product experience behind them, LILIN are confident that the interoperability of network video products from a wide range of manufacturers will offer the best choice for the end user and protect...

  The factory certification formalises the Pivot3 membership in the Lenel OpenAccess Alliance ProgramPivot3®, Inc., the market leader in High-Definition Storage™, has announced that it has received Lenel factory certification for its High-Definition Storage solutions. This certification formalises the Pivot3 membership in the Lenel OpenAccess™ Alliance Program."Pivot3 has completed required factory testing at Lenel to validate the functionality of its interface to...

 The Lincolnshire Police headquarters now employs Siemens Custody Suite solution - an advanced security systemLincolnshire Police is the first force in the UK to benefit from Siemens new Custody Suite solution, a state of the art security system which helps safeguard the welfare of people who come into police custody.  Complying with the requirements of the ACPO safer detention guidance, Siemens technology enables the police to monitor the health and safety of detainees throu...

  Interior of specialised football command vehicleThe extremely capable Football Command Vehicle (FCV), now in operation with West Midlands Police's Queen's Road Operational Command Unit (OCU), has proved to be a significant force multiplier, allowing the effective coverage of areas adjacent to a football ground on match days and, crucially, providing a high visibility presence to deter potential troublemakers.Traffic Safety Systems Ltd (TSS) - part of AD Group - has been responsible n...

   Xtralis's ADPRO CCTV security solution selected to manage CCTV footage from 241 retail sitesThe challengeWith the rise in vandalism, theft and false alarm callouts across their UK retail sites, Travis Perkins needed to improve the way they handled their CCTV video footage. The first requirement was to find a CCTV monitoring system that could control and manage footage from 241 retail outlets from a single control room. Secondly, Travis Perkins wanted an integrated system that featur...

 Chubb Security has improved protection for the animals at ZSL London Zoo's Gorilla KingdomChubb Security's CCTV system has improved protection for the animals at ZSL London Zoo's Gorilla Kingdom while giving visitors an unrestricted view of the gorillas. Chubb Security is part of UTC Fire & Security, a unit of United Technologies Corp. (NYSE:UTX).Home for the western lowland gorillas is a secure clearing surrounded by water and foliage, which they share with a number of colubus mo...

 AD Group has been confirmed as the principal sponsor of Mazda-Lola racecar CCTV specialist AD Group - the parent company of Dedicated Micros - announces the completion of a successful two-day test in the Algarve, Portugal, of being run by racing team RML for the 2009 season.Not only is AD Group confirmed as the principal sponsor of the advanced Mazda-Lola racecar - taking part in the LMP2 class of Le Mans Series and the famous Le Mans 24 Hours for the first time - but the company...

 Mirasys video surveillance system has been installed at Marriott Grosvenor SquareMirasys, one of the world's leading providers of open platform digital CCTV and video surveillance solutions, has announced that it has provided a surveillance system for one of London's most prestigious luxury hotels, the Marriott Grosvenor Square. As the hotel completes renovations and adds new meeting areas and banqueting suites, it was necessary to upgrade the surveillance system, and two Mirasys V500...

 The Dedicated Micros SD4 digital video recorder launch promotion is available for UK security installersDedicated Micros - part of CCTV specialist AD Group - has announced a lucrative promotion for UK security installers to celebrate the recent introduction of the SD4, the latest addition to the high-performance, easy-to-use, SD Range of DVRs. The special deal means that for every purchase by installers of a SD4 N30 or SD4 N60 model, through their usual distribution channel, they are...

 AD Group announces the launch of the AD Group Channel on YouTubeCCTV specialist AD Group - the parent company of Dedicated Micros - announces the launch of a new AD Group Channel on YouTube, the popular video sharing website.The channel, which has just gone 'live', is designed to give customers access to the latest promotional videos, issue-based seminars, product demos and presentations from AD Group and its subsidiaries including: AD Aviation, AD Aerospace, AD Network Video, AD Mobi...

 Dallmeier introduces new high-speed PTZ dome system DOMERA® at IFSEC 2009This year, Dallmeier will again be exhibiting at IFSEC, which is scheduled to take place from May 11 to 14, 2009, at the NEC in Birmingham, UK. Apart from the VideoIP range "a tribute to Amadeus", which for the first time will be introduced to the UK clientele, the new modular high-speed PTZ dome system DOMERA® will be a particular highlight at the stand (hall, 5, stand G10). With the new PTZ dome se...

 SALTO Systems will launch its new SALTO Wireless Electronic Lock at IFSEC 2009SALTO Systems has confirmed its attendance at IFSEC 2009 with an exhibition stand that will be 25% larger than last year, making it the perfect venue to launch its new SALTO Wireless Electronic Lock.Marc Handels, Vice President of Marketing at SALTO Systems, says: "Europe is a very important market for SALTO, so attendance at IFSEC with its international mix of visitors is a great opportunity for us. That's...

 "This event is an ideal opportunity for Manchester businesses to find out about the latest security, business continuity and counter terrorism issues," comments John Bates, Chief Executive of BSIACounter terrorism and business continuity issues will be the focus of the 14th annual Manchester Security 2009 event which will educate businesses on how to rise to the challenge in a society facing changing crime trends.The event, which will be held on Tuesday 31st March at New Century...

 Bosch training courses cover various topics on video surveillance, access control, intrusion detection and moreIn 2008, nearly 4,000 customers participated in Bosch's training sessions. That's a 40 percent increase over 2007.  "We attribute this significant up-tick to a combination of factors," said Jim Musshafen, Director, Customer Solutions Support for Bosch Security Systems, Inc. "The growth in adoption of IP-based security systems has created amplified demand for tr...

 Xtralis makes significant investment in website and partner extranets, making it easier to specify and sell Xtralis SolutionsXtralis, a leading provider of early warning fire detection and security solutions, today announced the complete redesign of its website, www.xtralis.com, with a strong focus on supporting its growing partner ecosystem. In addition to detailed information on Xtralis solutions and industry expertise, the site now supports two partner extranets for partners that sell i...

 Dr Ondej Krajíek, General Manager R&D (l.) and Martin Uddin, CTO (m.) of Y Soft are looking forward to the LEGIC partnership with Mario Morger, Head of Sales Europe of LEGIC  LEGIC Identsystems Ltd, a leading developer of contactless smart card technology for personal identification, is further extending its international network of partners. With Y Soft s.r.o., LEGIC is gaining a licence partner in the Czech Republic which has further locations in Japan, Israel, Denma...

 Bosch chose Sicura Systems to be part of the BSSD programme on the strength of its many years experience in industriesUK-based Sicura Systems Ltd, a specialist open platform software house, and solutions partner for the CCTV and monitoring installations for the Africa Cup of Nations 2008, has become an approved member of the Bosch Security Systems Dealer (BSSD) programme.Sicura Systems, based in Andover and Basingstoke, Hampshire, has a range of clients in the Retail, Corporate and Governm...

 Barry Bros selects BT Redcare Agile for reliability and flexibilityBased in central London, Barry Brothers Security Devices is an independent, major regional security company with over 50 years experience in the specification, installation and commissioning of mechanical and electronic security systems.With a customer base including luxury hotels, multi-million pound residences, high-end retailers and restaurants, Barry Bros' product portfolio needs to offer quality, flexibility, and relia...

  Arts college fitted out with inspired security systems from BoschIndustry:EducationEnd User:Franklin & Marshall College is a highly competitive, national, liberal arts college of 2,000 students located in the historic and vibrant city of Lancaster, Pennsylvania. The 180-acre campus includes functional and inspiring academic facilities and a supportive housing system. Founded in 1787, the college today is known as a place where the liberal arts and sciences are connected to the re...

 HIKVision's digital recording surveillance solution protect Burger King restaurant chains Burger King, one of the biggest worldwide fast food chains, has over 11,300 restaurants in 69 countries. And in Glasgow, United Kingdom, approximately 90 percent of Burger King Restaurants are operated by independent franchisees in different locations, which have been providing convenience of food for hundreds of people every day. Ensuring the security of restaurants as well as offering unified m...

  ADI Global Distribution is hosting one day IP training courseADI Global Distribution and Vantage are hosting a one day IP security training course. The course is designed to provide you with a basic understanding of IP security and to offer the knowledge and confidence to win business in an area that is continuing to see growth.ADI is being joined by Vantage, Milestone, JVC and Mobotix to provide you with the basic fundamentals for IP security installations. The course is a great opp...

How do video compression standards affect the encoding process? Katharina Geutebruck, managing director of Geutebruck GmbH  which manufactures and develops intelligent video security solutions, explains. It's probably fair to say that few buyers of video security systems are experts in video encoding. And why should they be? It's enough to The encoding process is defined by the developer's expertise rather than the video compression standard know that data...