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The discount is applicable to OnSSI's latest version of its flagship product, Ocularis Recognising that nothing is more important than a safe and stable learning environment for children and faculty, OnSSI announced recently that they are offering an aggressive educational discount for schools, universities and other educational institutions. The 30% discount is intended by OnSSI to help educational institutions provide the high level of security expected by every student, te...

Salient Systems Corporation, a leading provider of hybrid video management systems, is pleased to announce the integration of CompleteView VMS with SureView Systems’ Immix platform, which organises and manages unlimited monitoring activities into a single platform. Central stations can now leverage the flexibility and power of an enterprise level video management system for remote monitoring within Immix through a seamless integration that produces high quality live video, playback, searc...

Axis Communications, the market leader in network video, announces three new top-of-the-line AXIS Q60-S PTZ Dome Network Cameras with nitrogen-pressurised stainless steel casings. The rust-free, install-ready cameras resist the corrosive effect of sea water and cleaning chemicals and can withstand high-pressure steam cleaning. The nitrogen-pressurised housings also prevent internal condensation. These features make AXIS Q60-S Series ideal for surveillance and remote monitoring of marine, mining,...

The segment will discuss how Von Duprin offers the widest range of mechanical and electrified exit devices Allegion PLC, a leading global provider of security products and solutions, recently announced that the American series, “Manufacturing Marvels®,” on The Fox Business Network will showcase Von Duprin exit devices, a brand of Allegion, on February 10, between 9:35-9:45 p.m. ET during The Willis Report. The two-minute profile will spotlight how the Von Dupri...

AlliedBarton was selected on criteria that included formal leadership process and its reputation among its peers AlliedBarton Security Services, the industry's premier provider of highly trained security personnel, has been named to Chief Executive magazine's 2014 Best Companies for Leaders within the private companies category. "This honour is reflective of our commitment to recognising and cultivating leadership qualities in our employees," said Bill Whitmore, Chairman and...

The Frontier R4 solution provides real-time monitoring of access doors and alarm points for local and remote locations Matrix Systems, an access control and security solutions provider with a reputation built on service and long-term customer relationships, will display Frontier R4 comprehensive security solution at ISC West 2014 in Las Vegas from 2nd to 4th April 2014. Frontier R4 is a comprehensive security solution that provides real-time monitoring of acces...

MicroPower’s MPT HeliosTM IP camera is equipped with an IR illuminator to ensure complete day/night functionality MicroPower Technologies Inc., an award-winning provider of surveillance solutions optimised for rapid, cost-effective deployment, will exhibit at ISC West 2014 in Las Vegas from 2nd to 4th April 2014. MicroPower’s revolutionary solar wireless, low-power IP camera is equipped with an IR illuminator to ensure complete day/night functionality. By utilisin...

WavestoreUSA’s V5 VMS enables users to control every aspect of their video security system WavestoreUSA, a provider of professional digital video and audio recording solutions for video surveillance applications, will demonstrate its V5 VMS at ISC West 2014 in Las Vegas from 2nd to 4th April 2014. WavestoreUSA’s V5 is a flexible, scalable VMS that enables users to control every aspect of their video security system while benefiting from the use of 360-degree camer...

Nextiva SMC provides organisations with an exceptional set of capabilities to prevent risks and respond quickly to events Verint Systems will showcase its Nextiva Situation Management Center, next generation situation management solution at ISC West 2014 (Booth # 30056) in Las Vegas from 2nd to 4th April 2014. Nextiva Situation Management Center (SMC) is Verint’s next generation situation management solution aimed to provide organisations with exceptional set of capabil...

The offer is designed to help users take advantage of the Helios solution to extend surveillance coverage MicroPower Technologies Inc., an award-winning provider of surveillance solutions optimised for rapid, cost-effective deployment, recently announced the development of a finance option for its Helios surveillance system. The offer is designed to help users take advantage of the Helios solution to extend surveillance coverage to outdoor and perimeter environments, without a...

Barak Eilam has served in a variety of executive positions within NICE, managing different aspects of the business NICE Systems recently announced that its Board of Directors appointed Barak Eilam, President of NICE Americas, as its new Chief Executive Officer to succeed Zeevi Bregman, who is retiring from his position to pursue personal interests. The transition is expected to take place by the end of April, 2014. Barak Eilam is currently the President of NICE Americas, whic...

Verint rang the NASDAQ Stock Market closing bell to celebrate the closing of its acquisition of KANA software Verint Systems Inc. rang the NASDAQ Stock Market closing bell, February 5, 2014 at 4 pm ET, to commemorate its 20th Anniversary, which occurred on February 1, and to celebrate the closing of its acquisition of KANA Software, which took place, February 3. “Since its formation on February 1, 1994, Verint has been committed to delivering Actionable Intelligenc...

Traka is well aligned with Convergint’s business strategy, as it provides open solutions in its own right Traka, a world leading manufacturer of systems for managing keys and assets, has entered into a strategic reseller agreement with Convergint Technologies, one of the largest system integrators in the world, now making Traka’s products available to a larger global market and expanding their availability throughout the United States. Convergint’s place as...

The HID and Plasco solutions has enabled DPS to enhance campus security and safety HID Global, a worldwide leader in secure identity solutions, recently announced that the company’s secure ID card issuance solutions, combined with solutions from Plasco ID, a leading integrator and provider of card-based ID systems, has enabled Dayton Public Schools (DPS) in Dayton, Ohio to increase classroom attendance, while enhancing campus security and safety by including new visual s...

MOBOTIX Allround Dual M15 camera provides superior, multi-faceted surveillance coverage MOBOTIX AG, a leading manufacturer of digital high-resolution, network-based video security systems will showcase AllroundDual M15 camera at ISC West 2014 (Booth #: 18051) in Las Vegas from 2nd to 4th April 2014. The AllroundDual M15 camera from MOBOTIX provides superior, multi-faceted surveillance coverage through its unique integration of interchangeable sensor modules and dual camera te...

DVTEL's ioimage Thermal 5320 PT camera offers a cost-effective solution to traditional surveillance practices DVTEL's ioimage Thermal 5320 PT camera offers a lightweight, cost-effective solution to traditional surveillance practices. Round-the-clock thermal technology and a power consumption index of less than 12.95 watts simultaneously deliver unprecedented image clarity while reducing utility costs and eliminating the need for costly PoE+. Multiple lens technology also give...

There are new biometrics on the horizon, but much of current biometrics research centres on improving the biometrics we have, especially the face, iris and fingerprint recognition systems commonly deployed in the field. These systems are effective and provide good accuracy, but their usefulness is often limited by the conditions under which data is captured. Research is looking for ways to make face, iris and fingerprint biometrics more accurate in more real-world situations....

DVTEL, the IP video surveillance solutions provider, announced recently the release of ioimage Thermal, a new line of high-performance intelligent thermal cameras. Available in fixed and pan-tilt versions, the cameras provide exceptional image quality at an affordable price. The ioimage Thermal surveillance cameras with associated ioimage video analytics deliver sophisticated image interpretation and comprehension for customers requiring detection in low-light or zero-light environments. The io...

Industrial operators using commercial-grade wireless devices for media-rich, mission-critical wireless applications may be getting satisfactory wireless network service, but frequent maintenance and system downtime can add up to a high total cost of ownership. Moxa, a leader in embedded computing solutions, is addressing this issue with its new AWK-5232 Industrial a/b/g/n Wireless AP/Bridge/Client that delivers high-speed wireless connectivity with up to 300 Mbps data rate, along with superior...

The document presents useful information for deploying key control and asset management solutions Morse Watchmans, the leading supplier of key control and management systems, has published a whitepaper titled Best Practices Provide Best Value When Implementing Key Control and Asset Management Systems. The document, available on the Morse Watchmans website, presents useful information for deploying key control and asset management solutions, such as designing and customisin...

WavestoreUSA, a provider of professional digital video and audio recording solutions for video surveillance applications, recently announced the availability of the newest version of its video management software, V5.42. This release delivers new functionality, further empowering organisations to achieve higher levels of awareness and quicker response using a streamlined software platform. The highly integrated software suite dramatically facilitates operator workflow, saves time, reduces costs...

Axis designated six US Business Areas - Northeast, Mid-Atlantic, Southeast, Midwest, South Central and West Axis Communications, the world leader in network video, announces its US Expansion Plan designed to bring Axis even closer to its partner network and end-customers while intensifying local resources to meet demand in the fast growing physical security market. The Expansion Plan, which went into effect January 1, enables Axis to remain nimble while scaling to meet partner...

The DSC800 can be a hydraulic, pneumatic, manual operation or fixed post bollard With its historic cultural value, and abundant foot and vehicle traffic, security measures are paramount at the Ronald W. Reagan Presidential Library and Museum in Simi Valley, Calif., where the former president is buried. Both decorative Delta DSC800 and TT210 bollard systems and a perimeter cabling systems are used to protect pedestrians, the library and museum grounds. The bollards protect the...

HID Global, a worldwide leader in secure identity solutions, recently announced it has made it significantly easier for large government agencies and organisations to provision identities across many different, unconnected access control systems located throughout geographically dispersed operations. The company’s pivCLASS MultiPACS software is designed to streamline and simplify the process of registering Personal Identity Verification (PIV) credentials into multiple, disparate physical a...

The registration was effective January 23, 2014 and is valid through January 22, 2017 Following an audit by UL DQS Inc. (Underwriters Laboratory) Theia Technologies received ISO 9001:2008 certification to the ISO9001 standard. The registration was effective January 23, 2014 and is valid through January 22, 2017. The registration scope includes the design, manufacture and sales of optical lenses. According to Jeff Gohman, President of Theia Technologies, "Our successful reg...

Mission 500 will also be involved in a number of other initiatives at ISC West As part of its mission to support even more children in need, Mission 500 – having already met its original goal of sponsoring 500 children around the world – is continuing its efforts to assist children in crisis. This year the charity organisation marks the 5th anniversary of the Security 5K/2K run/walk, a cornerstone of Mission 500’s fundraising efforts and a staple event at ISC...

MESSOA Technologies Inc. recently announced the launch of the LPR606, the industry’s first 3-megapixel IR Bullet LPR/ANPR network camera. The newest addition to MESSOA’s existing IP traffic camera lineup was specifically engineered for overview and access control LPR applications at car parks, toll booths, gated communities, and a variety of low-speed environments. Designed with access control in mind, the LPR606 is ideal for applications of capturing vehicles with reflective licens...

CyberKey designates a single CyberLock to temporarily reactivate an expired CyberKey for up to 5 minutes CyberLock offers a variety of features for controlling access including key scheduling, key expirations, time-delay, multiple key mode, and temporary activation. Temporary activation is an advanced CyberKey feature that allows an administrator to designate a single CyberLock or CyberPoint to temporarily reactivate an expired CyberKey for up to 5 minutes. Once the key touch...

The SightLogix solution has provided excellent detection with minimal nuisance alarms SightLogix smart thermal camera systems have been deployed to protect substations for a major electric utility serving the eastern United States. SightSensor thermal systems enable the utility to detect and respond to substation security incidents across multiple sites, ranging from copper theft to vandalism while also meeting regulatory compliance. Since being installed, the SightLogix syst...

These appointments ensure smooth transition and simplify the delivery of technology and services to customers Matrix Systems, an access control and security solutions provider with a 35-year reputation built on innovation and customer service, recently announced top-level leadership appointments for its Frontier business unit. Jeremy Krinitt assumes the role of General Manager of Frontier. In this role, he will lead all sales, and research and development efforts. Since joini...