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A recent security upgrade now provides 24/7 CCTV image site coverage at Halliwell Business ParkBolton's Halliwell Business Park is located on the site of an original mill with a "footprint" of some 5 acres. Security was originally provided by a team of men patrolling the site on foot from 7:00pm to 7:00am, a costly procedure and one prone to penetration by thieves and vandals no matter how enthusiastic and vigilant the guards.A recent security upgrade now provides 24/7 CCTV image site...

APT Security Systems launches new Executive range of reliable, fast acting barriersA new Executive range of reliable, fast acting barriers specifically designed for the most prestigious installations has been launched by APT Security Systems (part of the APT Controls group), the high-end integrator for high-performance vehicle access systems.With its Executive range, APT believes it is meeting a very real need in the market, according to General Manager Chris Rowlands: "Barriers of cou...

Mirasys announces the appointment of Iain Cameron as Managing Director of its UK operationsMirasys, one of the world's leading providers of open platform digital CCTV and video surveillance solutions, announces the appointment of Iain Cameron as managing director of its UK operations. Cameron has been integral to the advancement of Mirasys in the UK and Ireland over the past two years as a regional sales agent; this new appointment marks the beginning of a new phase of growth for Mirasys.Previou...

Axis Security join the challenge to cycle and walk the length of Britain, in aid of BBC Children in NeedAxis Security Systems Division went the extra distance for one of its biggest customers, Boots the Chemist, joining it in its challenge to cycle and walk the length of Britain, in aid of BBC Children in Need.Starting in September, and due to finish in mid-December, the Boots Profit Protection Team are making their way from John O'Groats to Lands End in relay, each regional team covering t...

New senior role ‘reflects tremendous growth opportunity for CRYPTO-MAS  Password-as-a Service 2FA solution'Leading global provider of advanced Two-Factor Authentication (2FA) solutions, CRYPTOCard, has announced the appointment of Lee Ealey-Newman as business development director as the company looks to expand its presence in the important EMEA market. As part of this new role, Ealey-Newman will spearhead the development of a strong partner programme with systems integrators (SIs) acr...

 Ian Crosby discusses the transfer of the production of MIC CCTV cameras to Ovar, PortugalIn January 2010, production of the proven MIC series of CCTV cameras from Bosch Security Systems will move to Bosch's principal manufacturing facility in Ovar, Portugal. In the first of a series of communications, Sean Feast speaks to Ian Crosby, Product Marketing Manager (CCTV) about the future of the MIC series and what Bosch customers can expect. SF: How successful is the MIC series of cameras?IC: V...

   Key to stability during economic downturn is investment in partners and product innovation  If we are to believe the words of the Bank of England's Mervyn King, the recession may be coming to an end. No longer are we to fear the shouts of the dreaded "credit crunch" resonating from our TV screens. While green shoots of economic recovery spring up around the world, there is still enough uncertainty to warrant the question: How is the security industry...

NICE Systems announces the agreement to acquire Orsus, a leading provider of security management solutionsNICE to revolutionise situational awareness by connecting NICE security solutions and other 3rd party security and safety systems to provide security organisations with a unified view and automated response procedures Orsus' Situator provides a framework for fusing data silos from disparate security and safety systems as well as multiple command and control centres, into a single, holistic o...

 March Networks will explore the evolving security needs of businesses with other industry executives in a panel discussionMarch Networks® is pleased to join leading business and government leaders in Mumbai, India, on November 26 at the Building Secure Cities for Economic Prosperity and Growth conference to discuss strategies for enhanced corporate and public security. Hosted by the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) and the EuroIndia Centre, the one-day event will take place at th...

Videx Security is delighted to be involved with the Memory 4 Teachers campaignVidex Security, a market leader in door entry and access control solutions, is delighted to be involved with the Memory 4 Teachers campaign. Providing security and deterring unwanted entry into buildings is at the heart of the Videx business and offering protection for schools and their occupants is a very important area for the company.Through its long standing relationships with educational establishments, local auth...

 Axxon is launching a video management platform to help reduce employee retail theftAxxon, the market leader in open network video management software in the EMEA region, has announced that it is launching an innovative, low cost retail point of sale (POS) integration module into its Axxon Smart Pro video management platform to help UK retailers tackle the rising levels of employee retail theft.  New figures released by the Centre for Retail Research showed that the value of goods...

"With only 10 days to print the tickets before we had to start selling them, we were impressed with the excellent re-transfer printing quality and efficiency of the robust Fargo printers: An average of printing two cards with all the security features in just three minutes," customer said.With the escalating attendance and press coverage of the 2008 Miss Universe competition in Vietnam, and the expected attendance of more than 18,000 spectators, the organization's top priority was to i...

 Axxon&Friends aims to attract all members of the UK security industry Axxon&Friends is aiming to attract a mixture of traditional security installers, network integrators, systems integrators, specifiers, consultants and vendors with a view to rapidly grow its market share in the UK.  Specific focus will be on helping those involved in analogue-IP hybrid projects which still dominate the UK professional security market. Axxon&Friends will be geared to building collabo...

 Sony's new SNT-EX/EP series of video encoders will help users integrate analogue and IPSony recently reaffirmed its commitment to helping customers move from analogue to IP technology. Announcing the launch of the new SNT-EX/EP Series of video encoders, Sony brings a true hybrid offering to market that allows users to seamlessly integrate analogue and IP. Significantly the new range makes it possible for anyone using an analogue system to access the image improvements normally associated w...

  Nedap presents security innovations at Intersec Dubai The Intersec Middle East 2009 in Dubai has proven to be a good platform to launch new Security Management innovations. The Dutch manufacturer Nedap will be present at the Intersec Dubai showing its new innovations of four different business units! The worldwide established Nedap AVI (Automatic Vehicle Identification) Business unit will demonstrate their long range AVI solutions, launching the NEW TRANSIT UHF READER!...

 UBM Live is to organize the US Pavilion at IFSEC UK2010 to be held in Birmingham, UKThe U.S. Commercial Service of the U.S. Department of Commerce (DOC) has granted Trade Fair Certification to UBM Live to organise the official U.S. Pavilion at IFSEC UK 2010, the world's largest annual security event.  The show will be held at NEC Birmingham, United Kingdom, May 10-13, 2010.  It is organised in association with the BSIA, the British Security Industry Association, and supported by...

SALTO Systems celebrates the success of its latest "Roadshow Seminar" for security specifiers, designers and end usersSALTO Systems is celebrating the success of its latest "Roadshow Seminar" for security specifiers, designers and end users.Guests attending the 12th November event at the Ramada City Centre Hotel Glasgow, which was co-hosted by SALTO Scotland business partner Allgood Plc and included architects, M&E consultants, security managers and IT consultants, g...

Universal Systems Solutions to introduce a new range of wireless mobile security street lightsUniversal Systems Solutions (USS), the bespoke security solutions supplier based in the North East of England, recently announced the introduction of a new range of wireless mobile security street lights, equipped with Sony Professional's SNC-RZ50P pan tilt zoom (PTZ) IP video security cameras. The detachable security-enabled lantern heads, which can be fitted to and powered by any streetlamp,...

The refurbished Langham, London boasts a hi-tech infrastructure with PA/VA systems from TOA London hotels don't come much more historic or prestigious than The Langham, London in Portland Place at the top of Regent Street, London. Opened in 1865 as Europe's first ‘Grand Hotel' and reopened in June 2009 after an £80 million refurbishment, it is the flagship hotel of Langham Hotels International. Beneath the Victorian splendour of its fabric, however, the...

IDL has been awarded the prestigious Queen's Award for Enterprise: International Trade in 2009Integrated Design Ltd has been awarded the prestigious Queen's Award for Enterprise: International Trade in 2009. Lord Bilimoria of Chelsea presented Margaret Lauder, IDL's longest serving employee, with the award. He visited IDL's new headquarters in Feltham at a reception for staff and suppliers, also attended by the Mayor of Hounslow, Councillor Paul Lynch.The Queen's Awards for Enterprise are t...

Raid-control expands robbery deterrent package in response to new crime trend Raid-control - the national crime prevention initiative backed by the British Security Industry Association - has expanded its robbery deterrent package to include the protection of tobacco products within cigarette gantries in response to a new crime trend that retailers are experiencing.Criminals are targeting the cigarette gantries within several convenience store chains and demand that the person behind the co...

By using the very latest state-of-the-art security cameras, alongside intelligent software, transport locations can provide the public with a level of protection and security that instils confidence in their safety. Sony video and surveillance cameras are the very latest in innovation and technology for capturing clear, blur-free images and video. The network-based video cameras can run on legacy or IP infrastructures and provide a powerful tool for maintaining public safety and well-being. T...

About Reading Borough Council Reading has a vibrant economy with a forecast of sustained growth. The Borough Council has well-established partnerships with the city's business community and is constantly working to shape the future of the town and its infrastructure. A fully integrated transport network is considered essential, and the council is currently involved in an ongoing program for the development of Integrated Transport Systems (ITS) in the city. About Alvarion partner, Metranet...

During the major reconstruction and refurbishment of Kings Cross and St.Pancras stations Alpro (part of IEC, Ltd.) were called upon to supply high security access control products to compliment the developments. Alpro supplied solenoid bolts and 8 bit keypads within the development to ensure that areas not open to the public were protected at all times. The Alpro HID prox keypad is a virtually indestructible keypad with a HID reader offering the security industry the best of both worlds. Couple...

Arriva is one of the largest private companies operating public transport in the Netherlands. It operates both bus and rail services across different cities. Arriva runs approximately 900 buses and employs 2,500 people in the bus business and in recent years, has become one of the leading players in the European passenger transport market with parent companies in the UK, Germany, Sweden, Czech Republic, Poland, Spain and other countries across Europe. Being at the forefront of its industry, Arr...

Access control specialist TDSihas completed a wide range of installations in the transportation sector across the world - including ports and terminals, as well as freight and distribution centres. Amongst the company's most recent projects is the design and installation of an access control solution for X-Pand International Freight Limited, undertaken by Index Security Systems Ltd, one of TDSi's installation partners, in August 2009. Established in 2000, X-Pand is one of the UK's leading inte...

Siemens Building Technologies Division Security has become an ever-increasing feature of our daily lives, and nowhere is this more readily apparent than in the airport. While passenger and baggage screening understandably remains a high priority for airports, a more holistic approach is often adopted, bringing together the different security threats that are faced, and dealing with them through interoperable solutions using fully integrated systems. From perimeter to the air A key factor in e...

 Bosch DiBos CCTV system protects Glastonbury Festival  from the threat of crime including theftMore than 170,000 festival-goers at Glastonbury have been protected from the threat of crime including theft thanks to a CCTV system that relies on Bosch DiBos DVRs.The Glastonbury Festival of Contemporary Performing Arts is the largest greenfield music and performing arts festival in the world. The festival is best known for its contemporary music, but also features dance, comedy, theatre,...

  Mobile Wimax drives business  For around 15 years, Alvarion has been at the forefront of the development and deployment of radio technologies and advance antenna systems for broadband wireless networks including mobile WiMAX. Ashish Sharma, Vice-President of Corporate Communications, explains the merits of Mobile WiMAX radio technologies and advance antenna systems. In addition to being a leading-edge technology, Mobile WiMAX™ has also emerged as a business driver addressi...

 VSG Systems appointed Adam Taylor for the new post of Sales DirectorTo support and enhance its continuing success, VSG Systems has strengthened its senior level management team by creating the new post of Sales Director. Appointed to this position is Adam Taylor, who has 14 years of experience in the security industry, most recently in a role where he achieved top sales performance for five consecutive years in a major UK organisation."I was drawn to VSG because I have long been an ad...