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Mobotix cameras installed at Forum Health Centre to provide a comprehensive security systemThe Forum health centre is an 8-doctor GMS practice, contracted by Coventry Teaching Primary Care Trust to provide primary health care to the residents of North East Coventry. The centre currently has 13,500 patients listed and provides them with services from modern purpose built premises in Wyken.The centre has been the victim of a number of burglaries in the past, which have proved costly and have led t...

Mayflex has appointed Peter Hawtin as Infrastructure Product Manager, a newly created role to the companyMayflex, the cabling infrastructure, networking and physical security solutions distributor, has appointed Peter Hawtin as Infrastructure Product Manager, a newly created role to the company. Peter joins Mayflex with over 20 years of experience working in the networking and cabling industry and has also sat on BSI and ISO cabling standards committees, most recently Peter has been accepted as&...

Samsung Techwin launched SND-460V, a network dome camera equipped with a dual codec Samsung Techwin has launched a network dome camera equipped with a dual codec to allow users to capitalise on the benefits of Video over IP.The SND-460V provides the option of simultaneous real-time transmission of both MPEG-4 and JPEG images, enabling users at separate locations on a network to choose how they wish to view live images captured by the camera.Vandal resistant and weatherproof to IP66, th...

The founding members of the BSIA Close Protection Section with BSIA's Regional General Manager, Daren Wood (far right)The British Security Industry Association has this week held the inaugural meeting of its new Close Protection Section.The section has been formed to provide representation for companies providing close protection services within the UK. During its inaugural meeting, David Allison, Managing Director of Octaga Security Services Ltd was elected as the section's chairman.David Allis...

Cansfield High School relies on vandal resistant cameras from Bosch Security Systems to enhance securityFollowing a major investment programme at Cansfield High School, Wigan Council now relies on vandal resistant cameras from Bosch Security Systems, which have been installed as part of a new CCTV system to safeguard staff, students and property.Skelmersdale based Unique Integrated Systems was approached by Wigan Council to install a new surveillance system that includes more than 30 Bosch Flexi...

 GG Steel installed BoundaryGard detectors from Optex Europe to prevent intruders from vandalising cars after a recent spate of attacksA range of proven BoundaryGard detectors from Optex Europe has prevented intruders at a used car dealership from vandalising cars after a recent spate of attacks.Kirton Lindsey-based GG Steel, has been trading from its current site for 18 years and in the last six months had a series of incidents of vandalism, as Sales Manager Andy Lockey explains: &quo...

Chubb has installed a new integrated TCP/IP compliant security system at Wakefield College's recently opened Skills Xchange campusChubb has installed a new integrated TCP/IP compliant security system that has been interfaced with the TCP/IP local area network at Wakefield College's recently opened Skills Xchange campus, substantially reducing the capital cost and minimising the disruption that may have resulted from a standard installation. Chubb Security is part of UTC Fire & Security, a un...

Optex REDSCAN, the innovative laser scan detector has won the Intruder Alarm Product of the Year at IFSEC 2009REDSCAN, the innovative laser scan detector designed by Optex has won the Intruder Alarm Product of the Year at IFSEC 2009.The detector can detect a moving object's size, speed and distance, and process that information with an unique algorithm, resulting in a high-reliability detection of intruders with minimal false alarms.When mounted vertically, REDSCAN creates a 60-metre detection a...

Belvedere House deployed Briton 1100 Series slide arm door closers and Briton 5400 Series cylinder lockcases Briton 1100 Series slide arm door closers and Briton 5400 Series cylinder lockcases from Ingersoll Rand Security Technologies have been used at the stunning new Belvedere House office development in Manchester.Designed by AEDAS Architects in consultation with English Heritage, Belvedere House is an innovative new office building in the hub of Manchester's business district and boasts over...

Casino Théâtre Barrière de Toulouse deployed IndigoVision's IP Video solution for its demanding security surveillance requirementsOne of France's newest casino and entertainment centres in Toulouse has deployed IndigoVision's IP Video solution for its demanding security surveillance requirements. The Casino Théâtre Barrière de Toulouse is an exciting 14,000m² venue, which includes a 1,200 seat theatre, 3 restaurants, 3 bars, 14 gaming tables and 250 s...

  Decision-making is optimised by the watch list as individual products can be compared to each other Presenting its fresh design and fully new data structure, the new eneo website is on the web now. Dealers as well as end customers find extensive product information and support here. Supported by the site's special features, surfing through the eneo surveillance technology products has now become an extremely user-friendly and attractive experience.The website re-launch is the re...

 Switchnet reaches quarter finals of "Stamford Cup"With a team that had never played together before, Switchnet, a leading MOBOTIX partner, managed to reach the quarter finals of a "Stamford cup" before being knocked out by home team "Chelsea FC". Switchnet, which hit the post twice in the second half, reached the knockout stages following tough group rounds that saw the Harlow based system integrator compete against teams from Peachy Productions and...

SALTO System's latest road show discussed the current state of the access control market SALTO System's latest road show at St Edmunds College, Cambridge, briefed security professionals from across East Anglia on the current state of the access control market and where the latest technologies are heading.An audience of consultants, specifiers and end users including representatives from most of the Cambridge University Colleges including Magdalene, Newnham and Trinity Colleges as well as Norfolk...

ASL Safety & Security delivered their Long-Line PA system (iPAM) for use on 40 Docklands Light Railway stationsiPAM is a monitored public address solution which has been created specifically for the demanding conditions encountered on international rail infrastructure projects. The equipment integrates routing, amplification and CIS software functions into a single fanless 2U unit and is engineered to be exceptionally robust, performing equally well over private or public fibre and FTN legac...

The Mayflex Team, from left to right, Sarah Trout, Liz Evans, Jason Rudge, Kenny Presly and Martin EcclestonMayflex, the cabling infrastructure, networking and physical security solutions distributor, has successfully raised over £1500.00 for Acorns Children's Hospice. Acorns cares for children who have life limiting or life threatening illnesses and their families across the Midlands region, at its three hospices in Birmingham, Walsall and Worcester, and through a community team.The compa...

Russell Harris, BSIA Information Destruction Section Chairman, and Nigel Evans MP at House of Commons The British Security Industry Association's Information Destruction Section had an audience with Nigel Evans MP, Chair of the All Party Parliamentary Group on Identity Fraud, at the House of Commons recently.The section was able to ask questions on the impact of the Data Protection Act and the role of the Information Commissioner, and to voice concerns about the need for businesses to take...

Samsung Techwin's STC-14 is a fixed thermal imaging camera with a built-in 14mm lens and 4x digital zoomSamsung Techwin has introduced the STC-14, a fixed thermal imaging camera with a built-in 14mm lens and 4x digital zoom suitable for effective detection over large areas.Unlike traditional cameras that rely on light to see images, thermal cameras pick up heat signatures of subjects and objects so are unaffected by extreme conditions such as complete darkness, harsh weather, bright lights, fog...

Clarion Events acquired Counter Terror Expo conference and exhibition from Niche EventsClarion Events has announced the acquisition of Counter Terror Expo conference and exhibition from Niche Events.Covering the issues, products and services relating to counter terrorism, Counter Terror Expo's 2009 launch event attracted over 4000 visitors from government, military, law enforcement, intelligence and the private sector. The success of the venture was recognised at this year's Association of Exhib...

 CBC's Ganz Thermal Allview system was the cost effective solution for Power stations A major new installation involving Ganz equipment demonstrates that, in difficult trading conditions, it's not always the usual solutions that prove the most cost effective.The upgrade and expansion of CCTV surveillance at a large power station in the north of England originally proposed the use of multiple PTZ cameras - until CBC (Europe) suggested a simpler alternative. These multiple dome cameras, comp...

  Integrated access control solutions have become easier to apply Leading integrated security solutions provider Honeywell explains the importance and benefits of implementing an integrated access control solution for businesses. An access control solution can be as simple as the use of electronic or magnetic swipe cards instead of keys to unlock a front door. This limited functionality still retains a considerable level of value. In most cases, businesses can limit...

Mayflex appoints Seamus Ryan to take up newly created role of Strategic Business Development ManagerMayflex, the cabling infrastructure, networking and physical security solutions distributor, has created a new role of, Strategic Business Development Manager, within the company structure. Seamus Ryan joins Mayflex after undertaking a four month consultancy role offering advice and support to Mayflex on how to develop the EMEA marketplace for cabling solutions and products.Seamus i...

Siemens Security Products has just completed a full refurbishment of the demonstration and training facilitiesIn a clear indication of its commitment to success and customer investment Siemens Security Products has just completed a full refurbishment of the demonstration and training facilities at its South Wales Headquarters.The substantial investment made by Siemens will demonstrate to customers that the company is advancing its offerings, as the market demands. The new facilities provide...

  Xtralis wins 2009 European Perimeter Intrusion Detection Systems Customer Value Leadership of the Year AwardXtralis, a leading provider of intelligent fire detection and security solutions, today announced that global growth consulting company, Frost & Sullivan, has awarded Xtralis the 2009 European Outdoor Perimeter Intrusion Detection Systems Customer Value Leadership of the Year Award. Xtralis was selected as this year's winner based on its proactive initiatives in design...

iPSL appointed Chubb Security to bolster the existing controls in the cheque clearing operationiPSL, a Unisys and bank joint venture that processes more than 70 percent of all cheques in the UK, appointed Chubb Security to bolster the existing controls in the cheque clearing operation at four of its sites nationwide. Chubb Security is part of UTC Fire & Security, a unit of United Technologies Corp.The organisation can monitor the entire cheque processing operation, record incidents, and revi...

 Temple Security major provider of security services to the transportation sectorThe systems division of Temple Security has strengthened its credentials as a major provider of security services to the transportation sector by securing Link-up Version 2 (v.2), the latest version of the de facto standard for qualifying suppliers to the rail industry.The original Link-up accreditation provided a single common registration and audit process for suppliers, shared by the UK rail industry. Link-u...

 Vicon is able to offer fully engineered solutions at the ACPO-APA International Policing Exhibition to meet the demanding requirements of the policeVisitors to Vicon's stand F42 at the 2009 ACPO-APA International Policing Exhibition will have the opportunity to see some of the very latest advantages in CCTV technology.Vicon, one of the world's leading independent manufacturers of CCTV equipment and high quality video systems, is able to offer fully engineered solutions to meet the dem...

 All EU states including the UK, Iceland, Norway and Switzerland are to issue biometric passportsTop security experts from Shred-it warn of the need to be vigilant as the UK Identity and Passport Service commits to embrace fingerprint and face recognition technology at its borders.As of 29 June 2009, all EU states, including the UK, Iceland, Norway and Switzerland, are required to begin the process of issuing new passports containing biometric elements, including facial images and...

 Group 4 Technology's Symmetry Security Management System integrates with Bosch IP camerasGroup 4 Technology announces that its Symmetry Security Management System (SMS) now integrates with Bosch Security Systems' IP cameras. This integration cements Group 4 Technology's strategic partnership with Bosch and provides customers with another best-in-breed IP partner solution.Along with Bosch's Divar 9- and 16-channel digital video recorders, Symmetry SMS now supports several models of Bosch IP...

 The exclusive Saxon Boutique Hotel & Spa provides state-of-the-art hospitality and securityChallengeThis award-winning hotel for top echelon guests needs to ensure the utmost in security and privacy for important clientele. Valuable artwork must also be protected. Constant overview of all the staff shifts and activities ensures top operations.SolutionCamsecure implemented Milestone XProtect Professional IP video software with an upgrade to XProtect Enterprise, managing almost 80 n...

Hazel Court has chosen a SALTO access control system to provide advanced security managementHazel Court a new housing development offering 21st century style and innovation in Swansea, Wales, has chosen a SALTO access control system to provide advanced security management.Operated by Family Housing Association (Wales) Ltd, Hazel Court is designed to provide a new way of living for the over 55's. It is an apartment complex that is intended to be part of the community - not a community apart - and...