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 Julie Kenny CBE DL has been appointed vice-chairman of the British Security Industry AssociationJulie Kenny CBE DL has been appointed as the new vice-chairman of the British Security Industry Association.Julie Kenny has been involved in the BSIA for some 17 years including two stints as Chairman of the Security Equipment Manufacturers Section. Julie is Managing Director of Pyronix Limited, and Chairman, CEO and major shareholder of its parent company Secure Holdings Limited.John Bates, BSI...

Leading IP CCTV specialist Controlware has supplied an advanced surveillance solution to The Oldham CollegeWorking with partner Telewest Business, leading IP CCTV specialist Controlware has supplied an advanced surveillance solution to The Oldham College that delivers improved flexibility, cost savings and video quality over their previous system.The Oldham College is in the process of producing strategy that will see 70% of the college's building portfolio being re-built with plans for a £...

 ‘Safety and security innovations for the modern urban lifestyle' was the theme for the recently held Bosch Forum‘Safety and security innovations for the modern urban lifestyle' was the theme for the recently held Bosch Forum, hosted by Robert Meier, Managing Director for Bosch in the UK.Keynote speaker at the annual event, now in its fourth year, was Dr. Peter Ryan, former chief of police for New South Wales in Australia and principle security advisor to the International Olymp...

   Atlantis Casino resort increases security and surveillance by installing DVTel Video Surveillance DVTel, Inc., multiple award-winning market leader in the development and delivery of intelligent security solutions over IP networks, today announced that the Atlantis Casino Resort Spa has standardised on the DVTel Intelligent Security Operations Centre (iSOC) to provide video surveillance throughout the entire entertainment and hotel complex. The 1000 room Atlantis r...

IQeye's reliable, high-quality video images are essential to the effectiveness of the training processWarsash Maritime Academy provides first class education, training, consultancy, and research to the international shipping and off-shore oil industries. The Academy is part of Southampton Solent University in the UK. Southampton Solent University received university status in 2005. Formerly Southampton Institute, the Academy traces its roots back to the early 20th century. Solent University with...

Today ANPR (Automatic Number Plate Recognition), once the sole preserve of the police in their efforts to deal with traffic law violations and other criminal activity, is increasingly being deployed by security managers to control risk and heighten security at commercial and public sector sites. When it comes to the application of ANPR, there is an ever-growing range of scenarios where this technology is having a positive impact, whether it is a petrol station forecourt, to deter and prosecute c...

 Gemalto continued to be far and away the market leader, accounting for more than the next three companiesNumber three smart card manufacturer Oberthur Technologies (up 1.4% YOY in 2008) closed the gap on Giesecke & Devrient in second place last year to less than one percent market share difference following its acquisition of XPonCard. However, the latest market analysis from IMS Research shows that the German company, after reporting record turnover and profits in 2008, maintained its...

 L'offre de produits IP permet une intégration en toute simplicité aux réseaux analogiques et numériquesView English version / Communiqué de presse en anglaisHoneywell a annoncé aujourd'hui l'extension de son offre de solutions IP dans la zone EMEA (Europe, Moyen-Orient, Afrique) avec le lancement de l'enregistreur vidéo numérique (DVR) Fusion III v3.6 et de la gamme de caméras mégapixels HCX, offrant ainsi aux installate...

 DVTel's flexible and innovative video surveillance provides security at children's hospital of Wisconsin DVTel, Inc., multiple award-winning market leader in the development and delivery of intelligent security solutions over IP networks, today announced that Children's Hospital of Wisconsin is utilising the DVTel intelligent Security Operations Center (iSOC) to provide comprehensive security for their growing hospital complex and to support efforts to constantly impro...

   VSG, the UK's fastest growing company in the security sector, provides security to the Bank of America With tens of millions of customers in more than 150 countries, Bank of America is one of the world's largest financial institutions. Small wonder that when the Bank reviewed its security requirements for all regions outside of the USA, it was looking for a security partner capable of providing much more than basic everyday services. After an exhaustive marke...

 Wharfside appreciates the speed, quality and easy operation of Dallmeier The Wharfside Shopping Centre is a successful mix of retail businesses and private residences. This combination, however, poses quite a challenge for video security technology. After all, the comprehensive security requirements of a highly frequented shopping centre have to be reconciled with the protection of the residents' right to privacy.Penzance, in the south west of Cornwall, is beautifully located on Mount...

Group 4 Technology announce a new partnership with DAP Technologies to bring the best technologies together Group 4 Technology, a global market leader in providing fully integrated security solutions, is pleased to announce a new partnership with DAP Technologies. DAP, part of RMT, Inc., (a Roper Industries company), provides rugged, highly customisable hardware solutions for mission-critical applications deployed in challenging environments. The new partnership brings the best technology toget...

Bosch's MIC400 aluminium and MIC400IR cameras in the World War II U-boat Bosch's rugged MIC Series, or "Metal Mickey" cameras as they are commonly known, have found an unusual application, installed in a Second World War U-boat docked in Liverpool, giving visitors an up-close look at the internal workings of an old German submarine.Located at the Woodside Ferry Terminal, Birkenhead, and operated by Merseytravel, The U-boat Story is a £5m visitor attraction with a salvaged U-534 G...

Axis cameras ensure the precise but very unobtrusive monitoring of the resting or sleeping patients Axis Communications' missionResting or even sleeping on demand is difficult for most people, in particular if they are still under observation.  However, in the case of diagnostic imaging procedures for cancer detection, such as the combined method of positron emission tomography (PET) and computer tomography (CT), patients must be strictly rested and motionless during the examination. T...

The acquisition of security lighting specialists Derwent has allowed Bosch to expand its extensive CCTV portfolio Following a spate of vandalism and incidents of cable theft within various parts of Network Rail's infrastructure, TEW Plus Ltd instigated a successful eight week trial of an intruder deterrent system using Derwent new AEGIS White Light LED illuminators. The recent acquisition of security lighting specialists Derwent by Bosch Security Systems has allowed Bosch to expand its already e...

ISC Education launches free webinar series to provide industry leading education ISC Education announces the launch of its Summer Learning Series, a free webinar series powered by ISC365.com. The monthly webinars are an extension of the ISC Education program found at ISC West and ISC East, offering physical security and network professionals a forum for ongoing training and education between the ISC Events.As an extension of ISC Education, the webinars will cover the most relevant topics and cu...

What are the benefits of remotely monitored CCTV? Alan Collinge, Operations Director at RemGuard Visual Management, details the key advantages of adopting a remotely monitored CCTV system. As previous slowdowns have amply demonstrated, economic hardship tends to drive- up crime and, as a consequence, attacks on A remote monitoring CCTV system offers cost-effective security solution premises with resulting unplanned downtime. So now, more than ever, I would contend t...

 The system's built-in web server allows end users to manage the system anywhere an Internet connection is available Honeywell today introduced a version of its popular NetAXS web-based access control panel ideal for small installations. The new NetAXS™ 2-door web-based control panel provides all the security of an access control system with the convenience of managing it via a web browser. The panel allows users to protect as few as two doors and add more panels as needs change. In a...

  Knowsley College, LiverpoolIntroduction to Knowsley CollegeKnowsley Community College, opened in 1984, operates across two large campuses to the northeast of Liverpool. It also has three high street ‘learning shops' and delivers courses via more than 200 community outreach centres. The college has 3,500 full-time students, largely aged between 14 and 19 years old. The vast majority of these students is located at the Kirkby and Roby campuses, which are set seven miles apar...

 ioimage's solution proved to have the highest overall level of effectiveness and reliability With thousands of packages moving through its European hubs every hour, security hasalways been a top priority for DHL Express, the leading global provider of international road, air and rail-based courier and express services. In order to better protect its valuable cargo against the growing threats of theft, vandalism and terrorism - and to comply with increasingly stricter EU regulations -...

The Eltham Centre, located in South East London, deploys the Panasonic i-Pro systemThe Eltham Centre, located in South East London, provides first class integrated services for the local community including leisure, library, educational, community and council services to local residents. The innovative and attractive centre was pioneered by Greenwich Council in 2007 as a way to modernise its services and bring the community together under one roof.Built on the site of the old library, which has...

CCTVProtect.com will offer the full range of Samsung Techwin CCTV equipment for next day delivery CCTVProtect.com today announced the launch of its website, with the aim of providing trade and retail customers alike with high quality CCTV equipment.As an official distributor for Samsung Techwin CCTV products, CCTVProtect.com will offer their full range of CCTV equipment for next day delivery at very competitive rates, along with in-depth technical and product specification support.Samsung Techwi...

 Takex beams was final decision by CSGTakex were recently contacted by CSG Fire and Security for advice on a new installation they where commencing where reliability in a harsh environment was paramount.CSG made the decision that due to this fact, active infrared beams would be the preferred option as external PIR's would be unsuitable. After speaking with Jerry about this project, Takex were able to modify our flagship HF series Quad beam, and provide a new model PB-IN-HF/KH specifica...

 The site implements a fully interactive version of the Dedicated Micros' product catalogueDedicated Micros - part of AD Group - announces that UK customers will now be able to order its full range of CCTV products directly through a new, comprehensive, e-commerce site, from cameras, domes, DVRs and servers to accessories.The customer-friendly site, which has just gone 'live', implements a fully interactive version of the company's UK product catalogue and features the very latest Dedicated...

 BSIA published new advice to Northern Ireland's business community The British Security Industry Association has published new advice to Northern Ireland's business community ahead of the introduction of regulation of the security industry. From 1st December 2009, it will be illegal to work in certain designated security roles in Northern Ireland without a licence. This includes working as a contract security officer, door supervisor or a cash-in-transit courier."Businesses shoul...

Fluidmesh Networks and JVC will join to provide reliable video-surveillance applications Fluidmesh Networks, the worldwide leader in wireless video- surveillance systems based on mesh networking technology, is pleased to announce its partnership with JVC. A leading developer and manufacturer of sophisticated IP video surveillance products, JVC employs superior technologies to deliver reliable, proven and secure video surveillance.JVC IP network cameras and network video recorders are highl...

 Vicon protects the Museum of LondonVicon's reputation for providing complete CCTV solutions has been reinforced by the decision of Museum of London to award the company a contract to fulfil all its camera, digital recording and video control equipment requirements."CCTV has always played a major role in protecting our exhibits as well as assisting us in creating a safe environment for our visitors and staff," said Steven Cox, the Museum's Head of Security. "Our previous anal...

University of Wales Institute, Cardiff (UWIC) installs SALTO's access system for wide security systemThe technology behind a new multi-application security solution for the University of Wales Institute, Cardiff (UWIC) is built on SALTO's XS4 proximity system and integrates access control with ID card and cashless payment functionality into a single campus wide security system.UWIC operates four primary campuses and one residential site within the city of Cardiff, and has in excess of 12,000 st...

Raytec FREE live webinars will help improve the performance of security systems at nightCCTV lighting specialists Raytec have introduced a FREE programme of live webinars, to help system installers, designers and planners to improve the performance of their security systems at night.With four dates confirmed so far, the Raytec webinar programme will allow participants to maximise the energy and cost saving benefits of the latest LED technology, whether using Infra-Red or White-Light.Raytec's ann...

Ivo Drent joins IndigoVision as Senior Vice President for Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA)IndigoVision, leading manufacturer of complete IP Video security solutions, has appointed Ivo Drent as Senior Vice President for Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA). Before joining IndigoVision Ivo was in a similar role at Pelco, where he headed up EMEA for the last 10 years, during which time he led their growth from nothing to $100m sales. Reporting to Oliver Vellacott, IndigoVision CEO, Ivo has fu...