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Verint Systems Inc., a leading provider of analytic software-based solutions for business and security, recently announced that a major utility provider in the UK has deployed its NextivaTM Critical Infrastructure (CI) solution and integrated video analytics suite to enhance the security of its premises and perimeter.Verint's Nextiva CI and integrated perimeter intrusion detection analytics will help protect the company's premises, enabling security personnel to react rapidly to perimeter breach...

Recognised as the second largest supermarket group in Britain, and as part of the Wal-Mart family, ASDA stores have become a household name amongst thousands of families in the UK, providing high quality products at competitive prices.  With an increasing demand for high security, ASDA understood that it was now more important than ever to take appropriate action in securing stock and protecting employees in the chain's 300 branches.  In considering security alternatives, the company r...

COE Ltd, the UK designer of advanced video surveillance systems, is delighted to announce that Joost Hardick has joined them as Northern European Sales Manager to expand COE's European sales team.Joost, based in Amsterdam, joins COE from Tyco Electronics where he has spent the last 8 years selling to major accounts.  "COE is investing in high quality regional account managers to match its accelerating flow of latest generation IP video products.  Joost brings significant exper...

Video analytics software from Ipsotek has been added to the UK government's catalogue of approved security equipment after meeting stringent performance criteria.Ipsotek's V10 intelligent scene analysis system satisfied Home Office requirements, thus achieving i-LIDS approved secondary detection system for operational alert use in sterile zone monitoring applications - and it will be included in a list of approved security equipment suppliers.The Home Office Scientific Developm...

When you have over 2,500 employees, 70 separate premises and demanding security requirements, providing effective access control is a significant challenge.  And this is exactly the challenge that the East Midlands Ambulance Service NHS Trust (EMAS) was recently facing.  Using products from Bewator's versatile Entro 5 range, however, specialist security installer, Presec Systems Ltd, was able to develop and implement a solution that is cost-effective, convenient and versatile.EMAS has...

Dedicated Micros - part of AD Group - has launched a new CCTV Solutions guide to deliver in-depth details of the company's entire product range, from entry level to high performance enterprise systems.The landmark 44 page guide, which coincides with Dedicated Micros 25th Anniversary, represents the first time that the company has published a comprehensive overview of its CCTV products and their performance capabilities in one, convenient, reference guide. Crucially, the publication includes deta...

As the eighth series of Big Brother draws to a close Forward Vision, manufacturers of the popular ‘Metal Mickey' cameras, confirm they supplied MIC1-400 cameras for the popular Channel 4 series.  Metal Mickey has become synonymous with the program; having been involved with Big Brother right from the start, back in 2000. "To help get the first series on the air, we worked closely with Big Brother's technical facilities company Roll to Record to overcome the technical challenges r...

Videcon is delighted to announce the appointment of Export Sales Executive, David White.  David has worked in the security industry for 14 years and has a wealth of export sales experience and knowledge.  He joins Videcon from CCTV manufacturer, Baxall, where he held the position of regional account manager, responsible for accounts in Eastern Europe, the middle and Far East.  Previous positions include the role of Export Manager for security distributor Gardiner Security, which h...

With a new academic year starting, the demand for ID cards in the UK is set to reach its highest point, says leading distributor ADI-GARDINER, who supplies the Magicard range of secure ID card printers and accessories from Ultra Electronics - one of the world's leading manufacturers since 1993.Magicard printers are used in a wide variety of portrait ID and Access Control applications, and incorporate innovative HoloKote anti-counterfeiting technology, which prints a transparent watermark across...

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...