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The Elite provides emergency response teams with on-scene capability to identify unknown substances One of the largest state law enforcement agencies in the U.S. has bought the first of Smiths Detection’s new HazMatID Elite units, a handheld device that detects and identifies explosives, chemical warfare agents, toxic industrials and narcotics. The Elite, which provides emergency response teams with on-scene capability to quickly identify unknown substances, was bought...

Security Networks’ 240-plus affiliates can now offer Wi-Fi monitoring on Honeywell’s LYNX Touch 5100, which was recently released in the US. The LYNX Touch 5100 is a self-contained security system, the first of its kind to provide Wi-Fi alarm communications. Wi-Fi will make installation more economical and easier for the affiliates, according to Security Network’s vice president of operations, Kurt Becker. Because Wi-Fi reduces installation times and upfront equipmen...

AlliedBarton was recently recognised by Military Spouse magazine and GI Jobs magazine for hiring military personnel AlliedBarton Security Services, www.alliedbarton.com, the industry’s premier provider of highly trained security personnel, has been recognised as the only security officer services company on the LearningElite list by Chief Learning Officer magazine for the third consecutive year. AlliedBarton celebrates its continued recognition for its many programs as t...

SAFE Security acquired 24,000 subscriber accounts representing $1.1 million RMR from Pinnacle Security SAFE Security® announced recently that it has acquired approximately 24,000 security alarm monitoring subscriber accounts representing $1.1 million of Recurring Monthly Revenue (RMR) from Utah-based Pinnacle Security. Over 90% of the vintage accounts created between 2008 and 2010 use Alarm.com communications services. “This is an exciting and important addition to...

IMS Research forecasts that consumer analogue security camera shipments will surpass those in the professional market By the end of 2013 unit shipments of consumer analogue security cameras in the Americas region will surpass those in the professional market. In a recent market report titled The World Market for Consumer and DIY Video Surveillance Equipment - 2012 Edition IMS Research (now part of IHS Inc.) forecasts unit shipments of consumer analogue security cameras will to...

Agent Vi awards its channel partners for their outstanding partnership during 2012 in their respective regions Agent Video Intelligence (Agent Vi) is honouring leading members of its Channel Partner Program with Channel Partner Awards for their outstanding partnership and efforts during 2012 in their respective regions: Channel Partner Award for 2012 for the North America region – G4S Technology LLC., for exceptional sales of Agent Vi’s products in large-scale pro...

SoleraTec LLC, a provider of innovative video lifecycle management and storage products, is announcing the integration of its Phoenix RSM surveillance video management software onto the WD® Sentinel™ DX4000 small office storage servers. Installing the Phoenix RSM software into the WD Sentinel NAS unit creates a feature-rich video surveillance appliance with sophisticated video management capabilities. This appliance can support up to 10 IP-cameras on a single WD Sentinel DX4000 storage...

Opengear (www.opengear.com), a leading provider of critical infrastructure management solutions, recently announced its new central management system (CMS) product offering.  Opengear Lighthouse allows network engineers and system administrators to centrally manage their Opengear infrastructure management and console server appliances, and attached IT networking gear in their data center or at remote sites. The Opengear Lighthouse product release includes new hardware offerings and updates...

Wavestore provides pre and post sales for installer and system integrators throughout North America Wavestore’s position as a British manufacturer with a Global presence has been reinforced with the opening of an office in the USA. Wavestore USA, based in Mangonia Park, Florida, will provide pre and post sales support for installer and system integrators throughout North America, as well as providing local manufacturing facilities. “Our reputation for providing r...

The companies will offer Elbit Systems’ Directed Infrared Counter Measure (DIRCM) systems for a range of Boeing military aircrafts Boeing and Elbit Systems Ltd. have signed a Memorandum of Understanding that supports the growth of both companies through the joint pursuit of opportunities for self-defense solutions for Boeing military aircraft in international markets. The companies will offer Elbit Systems’ Directed Infrared Counter Measure (DIRCM) systems for a r...

ISD, the edge - based computing platform company announced recently that its award - winning Jaguar IP camera suite is now integrated with exacqVision Edge video management software for distributed or enterprise - class surveillance configurations. The integration demonstrates both companies’ commitment to open systems and edge-based video functionality. The exacqVision Edge server software runs directly on ISD cameras, eliminating the need for a separate VMS server. This unique approach...

The ride will be held in conjunction with the ISC West security products trade show on April 13th The Security Industry Association (SIA) is pleased to announce that the International Association of Fire Fighters (IAFF) Motorcycle Group is supporting the 2013 Ride for Education in Las Vegas. The ride, to be held in conjunction with the ISC West security products trade show and conference on Saturday, April 13, will raise money for the SIA First Responders Scholarship Fund, wh...

Students will conduct research on the Firetide wireless mesh network to run experiments on a variety of voice and data mobility applications Firetide, Inc., the leading provider of high-performance wireless infrastructure mesh networks, recently announced that they have partnered with California State University, Monterey Bay (CSUMB) to deploy an outdoor mesh infrastructure testing environment to conduct research on the performance of various Firetide mobility solutions. This...

The Moxa AWK-1127-PoE provides key wireless benefits and  is suitable for tightly spaced applications Moxa, a provider of hardened networking and communication solutions for factory automation, took home an Honorable Mention for its AWK-1127-PoE Wi-Fi Client in the 2013 Engineers' Choice Awards sponsored by Control Engineering magazine. Now in its 26th year, the Control Engineering Engineers' Choice Awards shines a light on 29 categories of control, instrumentation, and...

PESA continues to expand its presence globally with international channel partners  PESA, a leading U.S.-based custom design and build manufacturing company for professional audio and video signal distribution, recently recognised its top performing U.S. and international channel partners for 2012. Last year, PESA’s revenue growth increased by 56 percent over 2011, with indications of continued growth as the company celebrates its 40th anniversary in 2013. “T...

RSA, The Security Division of EMC Corporation, recently announced the release of RSA® Security Analytics – a transformational security monitoring and investigative solution designed to help organizations defend their digital assets against today’s most sophisticated internal and external threats. Built on the proven architecture of RSA NetWitness® technology, RSA Security Analytics fuses SIEM, Network Forensics, & Big Data analytics into a security platform that will be t...

Observint Technologies has developed a unique business model for the professional security industry to provide integrated, high-performance and high-value end-to-end system solutions. According to Brian Wood, President and CEO, Observint Technologies, “Earning and keeping our customer’s business in this competitive industry environment requires continued innovation in every aspect of our business.  It is more important than ever that our customer’s needs drive technology d...

The New York Chapter of ASIS International is the largest in all of ASIS with approximately 1,600 members AlliedBarton Security Services, the industry’s premier provider of highly trained security personnel, is proud to announce that George Anderson, Vice President of Operations, has been elected as Chairman for the New York City Chapter of ASIS International. Prior to joining AlliedBarton, Anderson was a 30 year veteran of the NYPD who earned the rank of Assistant Chie...

D-Link was recognised in streaming devices, wireless networking devices and surveillance cameras D-Link recently announced it received three Electronic House Magazine 2013 “Products of the Year” awards. Recognising new products and technologies that cater to the connected home, Electronic House acknowledged D-Link in three categories – MovieNite™ Plus (DSM-312) in streaming devices, the Gaming Router (DGL-5500) in wireless networking devices, and the Cl...

WavestoreUSA, a provider of professional digital video and audio recording solutions for surveillance applications, recently announced the availability of the latest version of its open platform video management software platform. Wavestore V5 is an intuitive VMS solution that enables users to integrate 360-degree cameras into existing surveillance systems. A new licensing structure also streamlines the user experience and reduces upfront and long-term investment. V5 facilitates the recording o...

As the Vice President of North America Sales, Ms. Dougan will be responsible for all sales in the USA and Canada Arecont Vision, the industry leader in megapixel camera technology, announced recently that Carole Dougan, Arecont Vision's Vice President, Strategic Accounts, has been named Vice President, North America Sales. Ms. Dougan assumed her new responsibilities on January 1, 2013. As the Vice President of North America Sales, Ms. Dougan will be responsible for all sales...

ComNet Europe Ltd of Leeds in the United Kingdom, a USA-based manufacturer of fibre optic transmission and networking equipment, is introducing its new product selection app for the iPhone®, iPad® and iPod touch®. The ComNet Fiber Optic & Ethernet Products app is a solution identifier that allows you to choose the right transmission product for virtually every application. The ComNet app allows the user to search by application or model number, it also gives the user the op...

Schneider Electric announced the release and availability of its all-new Pelco Esprit® SE IP Integrated PTZ Camera System including both standard and pressurised models for video surveillance and IP network connectivity. Built upon the Esprit SE positioning system platform, the system now features dynamic window blanking, auto tracking, internal scheduling clock, electronic image stabilisation, and multi language menus – all formerly reserved only for high-speed domes. Designed and bu...

G4S brings its proven safety and security programs to Boca Falls, a community with more than 700 homes G4S Secure Solutions has expanded its residential services to include another large upscale gated community in Boca Raton, Florida G4S Secure Solutions (USA) Inc. has expanded its residential services to include another large upscale gated community in Boca Raton, Florida. G4S brings its proven safety and security programs to Boca Falls, a community with more than 700 homes...

Ingersoll Rand has augmented its grant-funding consultation capability As government entities, school districts and parents are searching for increased comprehensive security measures for their schools, Ingersoll Rand Security Technologies is providing its local Security and Safety Consultants (SSCs) with increased tools. For instance, many times the greatest impediment to protecting school children is funding. Therefore, Ingersoll Rand has augmented its grant-funding consulta...

OnSSI, the market leader for intelligent IP video surveillance software, has demonstrated the advantages of their open architecture solution by integrating with ELSAG’s Automatic License Plate Recognition (ALPR) technology. The collaboration gives both Ocularis and ELSAG customers the ability to enhance security processes by pairing the industry’s leading ALPR technology with the Ocularis video recording and management platform. “License plate recognition technology is becomin...

Mr. Ross will be responsible for the implementation and management of enterprise business systems Avigilon, a leader in high-definition (HD) and megapixel video surveillance solutions, recently announced the appointment of Chris Ross to the role of executive vice president of global operations. In this role, he will support the ongoing operation of all departments and facilities worldwide. Mr. Ross will also be responsible for the implementation and management of enterprise bu...

Featherbrooke Estate in Guateng is one of the most prestigious housing communities in South Africa. Its expansive perimeter borders, among other things, a nature reserve and other open space.   Featherbrooke’s residents insist on knowing that they are safe in their homes day and night, but did not want to compromise the rustic and rural ambiance of their natural setting in achieving their perimeter security goals. Additionally, the solution needed to work wi...

Fluidmesh provides solutions ranging from the simple point-to-point wireless link to large city-wide mesh network Fluidmesh Networks, a technology leader in wireless systems for security, industrial, and mission-critical applications, has been named a 2013 Exporter of the Year award winner by ThinkGlobal Inc., publisher of Commercial News USA, the official export promotion magazine of the U.S. Department of Commerce. ThinkGlobal, which also manages the USA Export Expo, selects...

The MiY reader allows for fast authentication, which is critical for the operation of a very busy seaport SSA Marine, the company that manages the Port of Long Beach in Southern California, was having difficulty finding a security card reader to meet security requirements of TSA’s Transportation Worker Identification Card standard. The Port of Long Beach is the second-busiest seaport in the United States and a leading gateway for trade with Asia. It employs 30,000 peopl...