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The reception is an annual networking event held by the SIA at ISC West in Las VegasDiebold, Incorporated has signed on as the top-level "Hall of Fame" sponsor of next month's Security Industry Association (SIA) Customer Appreciation Reception.The reception is an annual networking event held by SIA at ISC West in Las Vegas. This year's gathering is scheduled for March 23 at ESPN Zone.Diebold is a long-time member of SIA, and V. John Stroia, the company's vice president for government s...

SightLogix provides accurate and cost-effective area and perimeter securitySightLogix®, Inc., a supplier of intelligent video surveillance systems for outdoor security applications, has received Lenel factory certification as a member of the Lenel OpenAccess Alliance Program. The certification confirms compatibility between SightLogix automated surveillance equipment and Lenel Systems International, Inc.'s OnGuard security management system.SightLogix' combination of edge-based video analyti...

 Overland Storage and Mobotix have reduced implementation time by 50% with their integrated solutionOverland Storage, Inc., a leading, global specialist in backup, recovery and archive, and Mobotix AG, the technology leader for high resolution network camera systems, today introduced a unified management console that simplifies the deployment of world class video surveillance and archive solutions featuring Mobotix IP network camera systems and Overland's award-winning family of SnapServer...

 Users report that Hikvision's H.264 cards make minimal demands on their computer systemsHikvision's H.264 compression cards are being used in Florida at Universal Studios, an amusement park themed on the entertainment industry where six million visitors a year are invited to 'ride the movies.' The dual-stream video compression cards from the HCI series are part of custom-assembled PC-based recorders monitoring camera footage across a leisure site that includes the world's biggest McDonald'...

The reduced response time is achieved by interfacing IndigoVision's IP Video solution with the MERS 999 systemCyberjaya has become the first Malaysian township to deploy a system that allows local police to remotely monitor the location of an incident, immediately after receiving an emergency call. This is achieved by interfacing IndigoVision's IP Video solution with the Malaysian Emergency Response Service (MERS) 999 system, which is part of the overall integrated CCTV surveillance system commi...

Alvarion's wireless broadband network has reduced crime and vandalism in the city by 60%About Rosh-HaayinA city east of Tel Aviv with a population of approximately 38,000 spread across 30 square kilometres, it has seen rapid expansion since 1990 from a small town to a modern and developed city.The challengeTo increase security in the city.The solutionEquipment from Alvarion's BreezeNET product lines used to build a network to connect IP-based video surveillance cameras.The resultRosh-Haayin has...

 Hikvision megapixel cameras offer a high-resolution video preview of 1600 x 1200 pixels or 1280 x 720 pixelsThe 5-star Atlantic Palace Hotel in Agadir, Morocco, features a 24-hour casino that offers slot machines, roulette and many forms of poker including tournament play. The casino is Morocco's premier gambling venue with an international restaurant overlooking the games rooms. Gamblers are attracted to the progressive jackpots of the machines and the country's only bingo hall. The casin...

SightLogix is the leading supplier of outdoor video analytics systems SightLogix, the leading supplier of outdoor video analytics systems for area and perimeter security, has appointed Access Direct Sales Inc. to represent SightLogix in Central and Eastern Canada. Specifically, Access Direct will cover the region that includes the provinces of Ontario, Quebec, New Brunswick, PEI, Nova Scotia and Newfoundland.  "Access Direct has an outstanding reputation for security expertise and a st...

 DHS Secretary Janet NapolitanoPhoto courtesy of FEMA Department of Homeland Security Secretary Janet Napolitano travelled to Mexico City at the invitation of her Mexican colleague, Interior Secretary Fernando Francisco Gómez-Mont, to meet with officials from North, Central and South American and Caribbean and the International Civil Aviation Organisation to discuss ways to bolster global aviation security measures and standards. "The international dimensions of the December 25...

 Michael Hodor plans to advance Avigilon's leadership position in the high-definition surveillance marketAvigilon has announced the appointment of Michael Hodor as the company's senior sales director for Western North America, Latin America, and Asia Pacific regions. A top performing sales executive and manager with sixteen years sales experience in the security industry, Hodor is responsible for driving sales and increasing awareness for Avigilon's award winning high definition (HD) survei...

 Martin has over 30 years of experience in the security industryThe Security Industry Association New Product Showcase (NPS) Planning Committee has selected Jennifer Martin of Pixim to be its new chairman.Martin, the manager of worldwide channel programs for Pixim, is a committee member who had served as a judge for the NPS for five years. She brings more than 30 years of experience in the security industry to the position."I'm very excited to have been chosen," Martin said. "...

Honeywell has installed an integrated IP system to secure Oak Cliff Bible Fellowship campus in DallasHoneywell has completed installation of an integrated, IP-based system that centralises and streamlines security operations for the Oak Cliff Bible Fellowship (OCBF) campus in Dallas, Texas. Installed by Honeywell-certified integrator Stanley Convergent Security Solutions, Inc., the scalable system covers multiple facilities located on the campus, including the worship centre that seats 3,40...

 Pinnacle Marketing is a manufacturer's representative with a successful history in security marketplaceSightLogix, the leading supplier of outdoor video analytics systems for area and perimeter security, has named Pinnacle Marketing Inc. of Plano, Texas, as SightLogix's newest manufacturers representative. Specifically, Pinnacle will cover the states of Texas, Oklahoma and Arkansas. Pinnacle Marketing is known as a premier manufacturer's representative with a long and successful...

  HID and Abloy UK are creating the future of intelligent doors At IFSEC 2009, ASSA Abloy launched Hi-O, a new concept for electronic door solutions that improves and simplifies the installation, service and upgrade of access control systems and allows end users to create the first truly "intelligent doors". SourceSecurity.com spoke with Matt Thomas, Managing Director of Abloy UK, and Ian Compton, Director of Sales for UK, IE and Nordics for HID Global, to find out more ab...

 HB 1409 would prohibit use of biometrics as part of identification cardsA bill being considered by the New Hampshire legislature that would ban nearly all uses of biometrics is an inappropriate response to privacy concerns that would deprive residents of an important security technology, the Security Industry Association (SIA) has told state lawmakers. HB 1409 would prohibit any government agency or private entity from using biometrics as part of identification cards - except for...

ICT Security Africa Summit 2010 is the ideal forum for those working in information security and cyber crimeMIS Training Institute is delighted to announce the inaugural ICT Security Africa Summit 2010. Ensure you are a part of this internationally established event series which is coming to Africa for the first time. The summit is the ideal forum for business and government leaders working in technology, information security, cyber crime and ICT audit to form frameworks and develop cy...

  The TRU650 BACS secures physical access to enterprise environments with a centralised database Integrated Biometrics has announced that its fingerprint biometric access control solution, the TRU650, has received Lenel factory certification.  As part of this certification, Integrated Biometrics is now a partner member of the Lenel OpenAccess Alliance Programme. The TRU650 Biometric Access Control System (BACS) secures physical access to enterprise environments with...

   The webcast will be an informative session on how outdoor security technology can boost security efficiency Automated outdoor surveillance with video analytics specifically designed for the outdoors can cost-effectively detect targets and security violations that would otherwise be missed. The technology is useful in a variety of perimeter and wide-area outdoor applications, including transportation, energy, utility, chemical, information technology, public safety, campuses, an...

IFSEC is the world's leading global annual security event With representation from 112 countries at IFSEC 2009 and 31% of the 25,427 attendance (ABC Audited) coming to the UK from overseas, IFSEC has cemented its position as the key event in the international security industry calendar. 2010 is set to build on this reputation with several countries benefitting from dedicated pavilions to house leading manufacturers and suppliers from the respective countries. Supported by the...

  IndigoVision's complete IP-CCTV solution is installed at the Mohican North Star Casino in Wisconsin, USAIndigoVision's complete IP-CCTV solution is at the heart of a ground-breaking integrated IP-security system at the Mohican North Star Casino in Wisconsin, USA. As part of a major security upgrade, IndigoVision's partner Reliable Security Services has designed and installed a casino-wide solution that integrates CCTV, access control, intrusion detection and panic alarms over an IP n...

 The upgraded IP surveillance system has resulted in increased security and reduced the number of security staffIQinVision, market leader in high-performance HD megapixel network cameras, smart IP cameras, and network video recording systems, announced that the Natural History Museum in Riga, Latvia, has deployed 43 IQeye HD megapixel cameras to increase protection for its extensive collections. The museum is one of the oldest in Latvia. The vast majority of the IQeye cameras are deployed i...

 OnSSI, leader in surveillance software, has announced the addition of a new manufacturers' representativeOn-Net Surveillance Systems, Inc. (OnSSI), the market leader in open-architecture, intelligent IP-based video surveillance software, has announced the addition of a new manufacturers' representative, International W,  to promote the sale of their suite of Video Management Solutions in Florida and the Caribbean. "OnSSI is leading the industry in IP management and control p...

Today a CCTV system is considered as an essential facility for any commercial or industrial area.  For several decades analogue CCTV systems had a successful track record of securing assets.  More recently, as digital technologies found their way into every corner of life, CCTV system suppliers have also changed their approach to solution design by adding IP systems to their product ranges.  This has provided many new options but it has also generated many new considerations for c...

 The February 25 event will host discussions on privacy and security by industry experts The Security Industry Association (SIA) realises that privacy concerns can have a significant role in shaping the implementation of electronic security technology, and has scheduled a webinar for 1 p.m. on Thursday, February 25, to examine these issues. Government programmes that seek to address concerns about privacy profoundly affect the use of biometrics, CCTV, RFID and other security technologi...

  Alvarion's BreezeACCESS 4900 suite allows broadband surveillance system virtually anywhere in the cityAbout the City of Cape CoralCape Coral was founded in 1970 and is one of the largest pre-planned communities in the US. Situated halfway between Tampa and Miami, Cape Coral is the second largest city in area in Florida and the fifth fastest growing city in the US with the current population of 160,000 expected to more than double in the next 20 years.About Southeastern Communication...

 Bob Mosler brings over 30 years experience in the electronic security industry to his new positioninfinias, LLC today named Mr. Bob Mosler as National Sales Manager responsible for all sales activities. Mr. Mosler has extensive industry experience working in various senior sales management roles. Prior to joining infinias, Bob held senior sales management positions in Brivo Systems, Northern Computer, Diebold and ADT. Bob has been an active member of ASIS International for over 2...

 Broadband Wireless Access connects all remote workers and equipment to the main headquartersThe Dead Sea Works (DSW) is a company located in one of the most fascinating and beautiful places in the world. But conditions are tough with extreme temperatures in and around the Dead Sea varying wildly from -5°C to +60°C throughout the year.As the lowest point on earth, the level of salt and other minerals in the air means that a new car lasts for only three years before being sold for sc...

  Arecont Vision is planning to drive megapixel products in Europe Arecont Vision, the industry leader in IP-based megapixel camera technology has announced the addition of Duncan Cooke and Martin Cowley to further expand on its sales growth in Europe. Both Mr. Cooke and Mr. Cowley bring years of technology and industry sales experience to Arecont Vision, further strengthening the company's presence in Europe and a stronger emphasis on the security market in the...

 The theme of the Technology Road Show will be ‘Complete IP Solution' Milestone Systems, the open platform company in IP video management software, is teaming up with alliance partners Arecont Vision and Pivot3 for a travelling Technology Road Show to be held across the country this year. Arecont Vision is a leading manufacturer of megapixel cameras and Pivot3 produces powerful storage solutions for optimal surveillance systems. Coupled with the Milestone XProtect™ software, the...

  To obtain complete security on sites night time surveillance must factor as high priority Today, the challenge to video surveillance professionals is to make sure that the CCTV video footage is effective on a 24/7 basis throughout the year. Securing an area during the daytime is one thing. But what happens during the night? And in weather conditions like fog, rain and snow? What can be detected if the sun blinds CCTV cameras? Flir Systems explains.As CCTV systems be...