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 The Vicon white paper identifies some of the key benefits of megapixel camera technology Vicon has published a white paper, which provides a realistic overview of the benefits and applications for megapixel technology. "There is a significant and growing body of users and integrators who are seriously considering CCTV cameras capable of delivering very high quality images," said Richard Allen-Miles, Vicon's Sales Director for the UK and Ireland. "There is no doubt that megap...

Dr. Banerjee will support NICE's security industry outreach effortsNICE Systems has announced that Dr. Bob Banerjee has joined NICE Systems' Security Division. Banerjee will develop programmes and initiatives to educate, train and support NICE's extensive network of security system integrators and dealers, and provide thought leadership for NICE's security industry outreach efforts. Banerjee comes to NICE Systems from Bosch Security Systems, where he had served as product marketing manager for I...

 JD Sports Fashion Group is going to use Samsung CCTV cameras exclusivelyJD 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 tha...

Background Panaxia is one of Sweden's largest security logistics companies with responsibility for more than 450,000 secure deliveries last year alone. The company's customers include major high street banks, retailers and fuel stations. Customer challenge/business needs Panaxia's business is built on its ability to secure other people's valuables, which calls for a robust, reliable and consistent approach to the creation, construction and management of its security infrastructure. The...

Shires Shopping Centre in Trowbridge have recently completed a refurbishment of the centre and opted for the use of Alpro "Impressionist" pull handles manufactured in stainless steel to suit their exact handle size requirements. As an independent manufacturer of Alpro pull handles, Alpro are able to offer both high quality finishes and bespoke handles to suit all kinds of commercial applications. The company offer a range of finishes including nylon and powder coating and keep standard col...

Today a CCTV system is considered as an essential facility for any commercial or industrial area.  For several decades analogue CCTV systems had a successful track record of securing assets.  More recently, as digital technologies found their way into every corner of life, CCTV system suppliers have also changed their approach to solution design by adding IP systems to their product ranges.  This has provided many new options but it has also generated many new considerations for c...

IKEA furniture store in Odense, Denmark, the biggest European store of the well-known company trusts video surveillance equipment from artec technologies AG. The store opened 4th of November 2009.Not only the dimensions of the building are quite impressive: 35.000 square meters of shopping and warehouse floors on two levels.  Thousands of shoppers visit the huge store every day and also park their cars on the giant parking lot. The Video Surveillance Installation secures shoppers freed...

 Avigilon HD surveillance solution helps Long Branch public schools create safe, open learning environmentChallenge:Deploy a high-performance surveillance system with superior image clarity to quickly and successfully resolve conflicts on campus and boost overall security.Solution:The superintendent, school administrators, and IT team seamlessly manage the Avigilon HD Surveillance System using Avigilon Control Center network video management software (NVMS) with HD Stream Management and ins...

  To obtain complete security on sites night time surveillance must factor as high priority Today, the challenge to video surveillance professionals is to make sure that the CCTV video footage is effective on a 24/7 basis throughout the year. Securing an area during the daytime is one thing. But what happens during the night? And in weather conditions like fog, rain and snow? What can be detected if the sun blinds CCTV cameras? Flir Systems explains.As CCTV systems be...

The new members will aim at driving sales across Xtralis' ADPRO range and management technologiesXtralis, a leading provider of intelligent fire detection and security solutions, has announced two new key appointments to strengthen its UK sales team.Richard Lee has joined as Business Development Manager for the UK, while Steve Wilbraham has returned to Xtralis as Regional Sales Manager for the South. In addition to raising the profile of Xtralis within the UK Security Industr...

 This global initiative will give end-users more flexibility in designing IP video security systemsHoneywell has announced the Honeywell Open Technology Alliance, a group of global security manufacturers that will collaborate to increase interoperability between third-party IP systems and help businesses more easily secure and protect their facilities. As part of the initiative, Honeywell will work with security manufacturers to integrate their IP cameras and systems with its flagship...

  Specialists from Panasonic visited Luckley-Oakfield School to learn about technology in UK schoolsBusiness technology specialists from Panasonic recently visited Luckley-Oakfield School, Berkshire to learn about technology in UK Schools.Linda Stephens from the School Economics department had been instrumental in helping the global brand develop products for the UK market by testing future designs and sharing insights with Panasonic's European Development Team.Linda, the Head of Econo...

  Optelecom announces a restructuring of  its sales team to encourage focus and growth in its global regionsOptelecom-NKF Inc., a leading global provider of Siqura® IP surveillance solutions, has announced it will restructure its sales team to support focus and growth in its global regions. Fabien Haubert has been promoted to the role of Senior Sales Director - Europe, Middle East and Africa. Chuck Queri has been promoted to the position of Senior Sales Director...

 Samsung Techwin has recruited Richard Roberts and Belinda Cartwright to the technical support teamBelinda Cartwright has been appointed European Technical Support Administrator and Richard Roberts as a Technical Engineer.Commenting on the appointments, Gary Fletcher-Moore, European Technical Manager for the professional security products division of Samsung Techwin Europe Ltd said: "I am very pleased to welcome Belinda and Richard to the team. We launched over forty new...

IFSEC India has proved to be a success with over 10,000 security professionals in attendance from around the world With 11,447 security professionals from all over the globe descending on Pragati Maidan, New Delhi, India, the third IFSEC Indiahas proved to be the most successful yet with 25% more attendees than in 2008. Opened by the Chief Minister of Delhi Mrs. Sheila Dikshit, IFSEC India 2009 was packed with more than 220 internationally renowned exhibitors and hours of unp...

 Axis Security provides an around-the clock presence at the centre with patrolling and monitoring CCTVAxis Security, one of the UK's fastest growing providers of integrated security solutions, is protecting visitors and staff at Woking's Peacocks Shopping Centre. Comprising half a million sq ft of retail and leisure space, the centre is home to a mix of 72 retailers, six cinemas, two theatres and five main anchor stores.With an average footfall of 170,000 per week and a catchment of 66...

 Ingersoll Rand Security Technologies supplied two single and one double steel doorsets. (Photograph courtesy of off-site specialist Yorkon.)Ingersoll Rand Security Technologies has broken its own timescale record in supplying Martin Roberts steel doorsets to off-site specialist Yorkon for a project to help the flood-hit community of Workington in Cumbria.With both vehicle and pedestrian bridges over the river Derwent swept away during the flooding, the town was effectively cut in two. Work...

 The video demonstrates how the network cameras use thermal imaging to detect people and incidentsAxis Communications, the global market leader in the network video market and the first company to offer customers full-featured thermal network cameras for surveillance, has produced a video following the launch of the AXIS Q1910 and AXIS 1910-E Thermal Network Cameras this month. The video demonstrates how the network cameras use thermal imaging to detect people and incidents in compromised l...

  Ron Rothman has been named president of Honeywell Security GroupHoneywell has announced that Ron Rothman has been named president of Honeywell Security Group. Rothman will report to Roger Fradin, president and CEO of Automation and Control Solutions.In his new role, Rothman now leads the global security business, a leading innovator, manufacturer and supplier of electronic security technology protecting millions of homes, businesses and government facilities. Since 200...

 The seminar will be held on 18th February at University of Birmingham (9am - 1pm)Plustek Technology Inc., a provider of surveillance and imaging solutions, will host its third half-day seminar discussing network security and surveillance with network video specialists Axis Communications on Thursday, 18th February at University of Birmingham (9am - 1pm).Improvements in technologies for recording and transmission have opened up several revenue opportunities for mobile video surveillance dev...

 The event will enable you to discover how to optimise your offshore defence against pirates and kidnappersThere is under a month left until Arena International's Global Asset Security: Oil and Gas conference. The event will enable you to discover how to optimise your offshore defence against pirates and kidnappers through the latest technology in detection, response and prevention. Enabling you to protect your facility and staff. At the conference you will learn from industry experts inclu...

The BSIA announces the winners of the Annual Security Personnel Awards 2010 The regional winners of the British Security Industry Association's Annual Security Personnel Awards 2010 have been announced.The awards recognise the excellent work and vital contribution that those working in the security industry are making across the country. The awards are presented in the following categories: Service to the Customer, Outstanding Act, Best Newcomer, Best Use of Technology and Best Team.James K...

 Panasonic plans to change the trade name to Panasonic System Networks Co., Ltd.Following the announcement earlier in 2009 that reported Panasonic's decision to merge the business operations of Panasonic System Solutions, Panasonic Communications Company Ltd and Document Solutions to become Panasonic System Networks Europe (PSNE), Panasonic can provide the following European update.Simon Wright, Deputy Managing Director of PSNE, explains the advantages of the merger which is aimed at conver...

  SALTO Systems, access control provider, is exhibiting its hospitality technolgy at HOSTEC EuropeSALTO Systems will build on its position as the leading hospitality access control provider by exhibiting at HOSTEC Europe taking place at ExCel London between 1-4 March, 2010.As the largest technology event for hospitality, foodservices and leisure buyers in the UK, HOSTEC Europe is the perfect venue to showcase exciting new hospitality technology as well as the state-...

Ingersoll Rand Security Technologies supplies Interflex software to Bullring, BirminghamA complete overhaul of the Contractor Permit to Work system has been rolled out at Bullring, Birmingham, using Interflex software supplied by Ingersoll Rand Security Technologies.The Interflex 6020 Contractor Permit to Work and Visitor Administration system replaces the existing and archaic full paper trail system by integrating the existing paper forms and procedures into an electronic software format. The I...

 Retailers can improve image quality with IP systems A survey by the Swedish Retail Institute that has been conducted on behalf of the Swedish Trade Federation in cooperation with Axis Communications, highlights three issues why retailers benefit from network video.Shop owners experience fewer thefts and robberies, and increased staff security. According to the survey, 66% of those who have installed surveillance said they feel the security for staff has increased, and more than half have e...

 Any customers can now place their order online via ‘Xtra', the company's partner area of the Mayflex websiteMayflex, the cabling infrastructure, networking and physical security solutions distributor, has extended its ordering time, and customers can now place orders up until 8pm for free next day delivery.At Mayflex, customer service is of optimum importance, and this latest service improvement is yet another example of the company understanding its customers' requirements. Previous...

  Business Insight 3 and Devantis have formed a strategic partnershipBusiness Insight3 (Bi3) have formed an exclusive partnership with Davantis, the leading European manufacturer of analytics and intelligent video systems.  The 2-year deal allows Bi3 to supply Davantis products and software exclusively through the UK and Ireland. Bi3 have added 2 new units to their range immediately, namely, the SIU (Security Intelligence Unit), a modular product that includes analytics such as Tr...

 Sony now offers a comprehensive HD video security solution with its new HD camera rangeSony Professional has today announced that it is adding a new camera to its HD range. The SNC-CH240 Full HD Fixed camera has been launched at Sony's Power of Images (POI) event in Germany, broadening its HD portfolio. Following the launch of four HD cameras in 2009, the new camera completes Sony's HD camera offering. Customers can now choose from a full line up of HD cameras including fixed, minidome and...

 Pleasure Beach Blackpool, has enhanced a new entry system from APT Skidata for visitors to the parkBritain's number one tourist attraction, Pleasure Beach Blackpool, has enhanced access and security for visitors to the park, thanks to a new entry system from APT Skidata.For the 2009 season, the park introduced a new entry system to the park, with the creation of a brand new Ticket Centre in the Casino Building and a single point of entry. Visitors go directly to the Ticket Centre to purcha...