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Norbain LIVE is less than a month away now and will be showcasing the most recent launches in the industry.ADPRO presents its revised and expanded range of PRO external detectors with enhanced performance characteristics providing superior detection capabilities, true Tamper Protection in line with BS8418, and easier installation including a wider choice of power supplies options. Kantech EntraPass Access Control software seamlessly integrates with American Dynamics' Intellex® Digital Video...

D-Tec - part of AD Group - is a finalist in the International Achievement category of the influential Security Excellence Awards 2007.  The company is a worldwide leader in CCTV camera-based Video Smoke Detection (VSD), which analyses images to provide early warning of fire, whether accidental or deliberate (arson).The shortlisting of D-Tec reflects its strong global business performance - with sales outside the UK expected to account for more than 83 per cent of turnover for the current fi...

The performance of CCTV systems in Chatham, Rochester, Strood, Gillingham and Rainham town centres is being improved using the latest C-Allview high-speed, ‘ruggedised' PTZ cameras from Ganz.  In an ongoing series of upgrades being handled by leading local installer TJW Electrical Ltd, Medway and Maidstone local authority has specified the C-Allviews because they offer improved range, durability and quality of images."We are using the C-Allviews as an alternative to traditional P...

The Anvil Group, specialist in crisis avoidance services, recently announced that it has met the stringent requirements set by the Security Industry Association (SIA) for its best-in-class Close Protection Services.  The Approved Contractor Scheme ensures that businesses requesting close protection for their Senior Executives or Key Personnel can do so from The Anvil Group in the knowledge that it has attained the UK's most rigorous quality standard for a company operating in this field...

TSS (Traffic Safety Systems) - part of AD Group - has been shortlisted as a finalist in two categories of the prestigious Security Excellence Awards 2007, with the company in contention for both the Best Security Innovation and Best Integrated Security Solution awards.  The final results will be announced on 10 October at a ceremony in London's Park Lane.For Best Security Innovation, it was the TSS's advanced PatrolVu mobile digital CCTV system which stood out during the shortlisting proces...

LEGIC Identsystems Ltd, world leader in contactless smart card systems for personal ID applications, announces its presence at the APS Fair on 25, 26 and 27 September 2007 at the Porte de Versailles in Paris.  This event allows LEGIC to present its latest items such as the card-in-card solutions for mobile phones and to demonstrate the total company security control thanks to its unique Master-Token System ControlTM (MTSC).For the first time, LEGIC will participate at the APS Fair 2007 spec...

The evidential value of having an extensive CCTV infrastructure in the UK - both for public space and private surveillance - has been underlined over the past month by the presentation of key footage in a number of major court cases.Dramatic images released to the media with regards to the £53 million robbery at a cash depot in Kent - thought to be the largest incident of its kind in the UK - show an armed gang carrying out the raid, vital footage which has helped the police to piece toget...

Internationally operating security firm, Octavian Security, has appointed Charles Napier as the company's first training and development manager.Reporting to operations and training director, Jot Englebrecht, Charles will form part of Octavian's SITO registered training division, where he will be responsible for training new recruits and developing the skills of current employees - in addition to training officers from competitor security companies.Charles joins Octavian with over 20 yea...

Dedicated Micros - part of AD Group - has been shortlisted as a finalist in the Best Security Partnering Initiative category of the Security Excellence Awards 2007 for its landmark DM Fusion installer partnership programme, with the final result due to be announced on 10 October at the Hilton Hotel, Park Lane, London.DM Fusion, which was unveiled in May, is designed to deliver enhanced back-up and support to key security professionals and installers across the UK and Ireland, whether it be...

Unipart Security Solutions have appointed Anna Davenport as their Sales Manager.Anna will be responsible for promoting the company's services to new clients throughout the UK, as well as ensuring existing clients are provided with the highest levels of after-sales support. Before taking time off to have her son Leo, Anna, who has an Honours Degree in Politics and Sociology, was with Chubb where she was part of a field sales force looking after the Birmingham support centre.Commenting on Anna...

Juvenile Justice Centre uses CEM solution for state-of-the-art securityCEM Systems, a leading access control brand of Tyco International, announced recently that it has partnered with systems integrator ADT to supply a highly secure, fully integrated solution for the new £16.8m Woodlands Juvenile Justice Centre in Bangor, Northern Ireland. To create a secure environment, ADT installed a CEM AC2000 SE (Standard Edition) security management system with CCTV, digital video recorders...

Norbain has released its Summer 2007 catalogue, available in print and on CD.  It is packed full of information, technical tips and advice to help you find the most suitable equipment for your installation.Highlighting the most popular items from Norbain's CCTV, IP, Access Control and Intruder Detection ranges there are also 1,600 new entries and a massive 7,100 products listed in total.  Readers will also notice that new suppliers have been added to the portfolio.  "This...

Millions of pounds worth of equipment was deployed by the broadcasters and TV production companies covering the 2007 Open Golf Championship Carnoustie. To ensure that essential as well as extremely valuable equipment was not stolen or sabotaged, security was high on the agenda.  With millions tuning in to watch one of the most exciting Opens for many a year, it was essential that all of the broadcasting equipment was kept safe and secure and in good working order at all times. Man guarding...

Vigilant have further expanded their sales team with the appointment of Dave Markland as a Business Development Manager.David, who has worked within the electronic security industry for over 28 years, was until recently National Sales Manager for Cieffe.  Previously David was with Richardson Electronics where, as part of his responsibilities as Market Segment Manager, he was responsible for introducing the company's security products into new territories throughout Scandinavia and the B...

While the Government and the Police keep launching initiatives to reduce the fear of crime, one of Dyno-Secure's most active franchisees has taken a substantial and far more tangible step towards helping the public by opening the first high street store to showcase the security systems available.Home Solutions Services launched its new venture in June when it moved its sales and administration team to a high profile location on Swakeleys Road in Ickenham, Middlesex.  The 1,000 square fo...

Security specialist Octavian Security has been appointed by The GBA Group to provide manned guarding services for a number of its vehicle import terminals across the UK.  The GBA Group is one of the UK's largest and most recognised providers of logistical solutions to motor manufacturers and shipping lines.  The appointment will involve the deployment of over 40 security officers to provide 24-hour total security for the import terminals."This is a landmark business opportunit...

Over the years, the BMW International Open in Munich has gained a reputation with the world's golfing elite as one of the most important golf tournaments in Europe.  This year for the first time, Regensburg-based company Dallmeier participated, presenting its CCTV/IP solutions for major sporting events.As an organiser of amateur as well as professional golf tournaments around the world for 22 years, BMW recognises the growing importance of the sport for its target audiences.  The 2006...

In the Am Bachgraben retirement home in Allschwil and Schönenbuch (AZB), Interflex AG uses an extensive online and offline security solution for both time & attendance recording and staff rostering as well as to provide efficient access control for residents and staff alike.  Attendance time recording and rostering is handled perfectly for all employees.  A LEGIC badge is used as the ID medium for both residents and staff.  Two hundred residents are accommodated at t...

The Imperial War Museum (IWM) has awarded Bell Security the contract to provide 'next generation', networked and integrated security and fire systems across its estate.  The scope includes the main site in London, Duxford Aviation Museum, Churchill Museum & Cabinet War Rooms, HMS Belfast and IWM North in Manchester.  The project embraces CCTV, access control, intruder and fire alarms, voice alarm and emergency lighting systems, along with provision of a new fibre optic comm...

BT Redcare's i-Witness digital CCTV data storage technology was chosen by Sussex Police because of its ability to efficiently store, retrieve and output evidential quality image data.Problems with analogue Sussex Police's Eastbourne CCTV control room is the monitoring centre for the community safety CCTV systems at 12 towns and villages across East Sussex.  The CCTV monitoring runs 24/7 and involves a total of 80 cameras. Before its upgrade to digital, the Eastbourne monitoring centre used...

Panasonic System Solutions Europe (PSSEU) has appointed six new students to support and strengthen its EU marketing activities, and build upon the company's relations overseas.The new placement students will be working on their own projects as part of the central marketing team that covers events, exhibitions, point of sale and E-marketing.  In the UK team, Luke Whitehouse will be responsible for marketing and events, Kerry Long for E-Marketing and Gillian Littler for PR.Panasonic...

As the new school year fast approaches the issue for the authorities and operators alike of dangerous student behaviour on buses will once again be centre stage.  Disruptive pupils are problematic enough in a classroom environment but on a moving bus some of their antics can be positively life threatening.  Typical incidents can range from minor damage to seats and graffiti to in the worst case scenario large-scale fights breaking out near the driver, distracting him or...

Axis Communications, the global leader in network video, has published financial results for the first six months of 2007, confirming Axis' strong sales growth of 44 per cent in its core market of network video products and fortifying the company's market leadership both globally and in the EMEA region.For the first six months of 2007, Axis Communications reported total net sales of SEK* (Swedish Krona) 748 M, compared to SEK 540 M for the corresponding period in 2006, delivering an incr...

Paxton Access Limited, a market leader in the design and manufacture of intelligent access control systems, is continuing to enjoy strong expansion, attributable in part to their education to customer support.  The appointment of John Harkins as field sales engineer for Scotland highlights their ongoing commitment to installation companies.Originally John planned for a career in pharmaceutical sales but says his initial intentions were undone when he ‘fell' into the worl...

Siemens Building Technologies Security Systems has won a contract worth in excess of £550,000 to provide Hertfordshire Constabulary with Automatic Number Plate Recognition (ANPR) solution at sites throughout the county.  The contract includes the design, supply, installation and commissioning of the systems, as well as associated work such as traffic management, obtaining planning permission, and liaison with the numerous third parties that have an interest in the project.The success...

Complus Teltronic Ltd, a leading supplier of Integrated Intercom Solutions, is pleased to announce the opening of its new offices in Runcorn, Cheshire.  The new office will house the northern Service Team.  This will enable a more dedicated, rapid response to customers in the north of England, Scotland and Northern Ireland.Alongside the service department, a new demonstration / meeting area is available for customers to view the latest intercom products and technology and attend pre-ar...

IMS Research's latest report on Explosives, Weapons & Contraband (EWC) Detection Equipment highlights the rapid growth for people screening equipment.  Metal detectors have formed the backbone of the people screening market since the seventies but are somewhat limited in their detection capability and are increasingly being complemented by newer technologies with broader sensory capability.  The increasing number of incidents involving Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs) has dr...

MITIE has recently secured a three-year contract with the Airline Operators Committee (AOC) at Bristol International Airport, making the company the sole supplier for hold baggage screening.The contract, which commenced on 9 July 2007, involves a dedicated team of 26 security specialists working 24 hours per day undertaking multi-stage screening of all hold baggage, prior to it being loaded onto departing aircraft. The success builds upon a thirteen-year relationship within aviation at Bristol I...

Dowshu Electronica Ltd continues to grow and develop, and as a result is pleased to announce the appointment of Shaun Southall to the post of Area Sales Manager for the South of the UK. Shaun brings a wealth of security industry experience and success to the role.  He previously worked for a leading security distribution company for 5 years, rising to the role of team leader.  Shaun won numerous company awards for his sales acumen and succeeded in quadrupling sales from his previous cu...

Largely unheard of before the 2002 release of the Jodie Foster-starring thriller with the similar name, panic rooms are becoming increasingly popular domestic security features with UK celebrities and the super rich.Security consultants representing a number of high profile sports and entertainment celebrities approached Adams Rite's Tina Ainsworth recently, enquiring about the potential application of the company's HS range of ultra-high security locks in panic rooms for their clients' residenc...