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Access Control as a Service could be the answer for suppliers looking to increase market penetration Access Control as a Service (ACaaS) offers additional revenue and end-user penetration opportunities that traditional access control solutions do not, according to a recent study published by IMS Research (now part of IHS Inc., titled The North American and European Markets for Access Control as a Service (ACaaS). “ACaaS presents more of a plug and play type installation...

The 4th season of the hit show will feature the use of IQinVision’s technology The hit documentary, “Full Throttle Saloon”, is set to deliver another season of non-stop action to TruTV viewers. Filming of the 4th season ended in mid-August; following the conclusion of the 2012 Sturgis Rally in Sturgis, SD, and episodes of the new season started airing on 19 December. With over 50,000 daily visitors, the Full Throttle Saloon is the epicentre of the Sturgis Mo...

The busy university campuses required a flexible surveillance system The University of Deusto strengthens its video surveillance system by installing a complete LILIN solution.Founded in 1886, the University of Deusto located on the Spanish coast has become one of the most prestigious University’s in Spain. Comprised of two campuses, Bilbao and San Sebastian, the University is currently home to nearly 10,000 students. The Bilbao campus covers an area of 350,000 square...

The 2012 PSIM World report counts NICE as the leading supplier of PSIM software based on revenues in 2011 NICE System is ranked as the global leader in providing Physical Security Information Management (PSIM) software solutions, according to IMS Research (now part of IHS). The 2012 IMS Research Physical Security Information Management World Report counts NICE as the leading supplier of PSIM software based on revenues in 2011. This is the second consecutive IMS Research PSIM r...

Honeywell recently announced the introduction of commercial-grade fire control panels with features from the company’s VISTA Turbo line to provide additional functionality and save security dealers money and installation time. These robust solutions have been designed to more easily integrate with access control and leading third-party systems, provide additional smart sensor functionality and more. The new VISTA Turbo Fire models—the VISTA-32FBPT, VISTA-128FBPT and VISTA-250FBPT&md...

LILIN converted the analogue system to IP to maintain a safe and secure environment and ensure that processes are in order The brief The Inland Revenue Board of Malaysia is one of the main revenue collecting agencies of the Ministry of Finance for the Malaysian government. The purpose of the CCTV system installed is to monitor the surroundings of the building as citizens visit the department to pay their taxes. The building should be monitored closely in order to maintain...

Schneider Electric recently announced the release of its new Pelco™ by Schneider Electric Spectra™ High-definition (HD) 1080 dome positioning system, featuring a clearer image with stronger resolution without sacrificing low-light or programmable performance. The Spectra line has been a cornerstone of security applications for nearly 20 years, delivering unparalleled reliability, drive/control technology and image quality. Designed for security professionals who demand the very best...

The installation includes integrations with other perimeter sensors, including thermal cameras PureTech Systems announced recently the installation of its PureActiv wide area video surveillance system at the Military Ocean Terminal Sunny Point (MOTSU) in North Carolina.  The installation is an expansion to the PureActiv system which is already installed. The US Army selected the PureActiv system for protection of its critical infrastructure and key assets on both landside...

The acquisition of Nexsan brings to Imation a proven technology platform and a robust portfolio of storage systems Imation Corp., a global scalable storage and data security company, has reached an important milestone in its strategic transformation. Imation recently announced that it has acquired privately held Nexsan® Corporation, a Thousand Oaks, Calif.-based provider of disk-based storage systems. As the Company continues to execute its strategy, Imation is leveraging...

Talk-A-Phone, the industry leader in emergency communications, area of refuge and mass notification systems, recently announced the integration of its VOIP-500 series phone / WEBS® Paging Module with the Rave SafeCampus suite from Rave Mobile Safety, the trusted software partner for campus safety. The combined solution provides higher education institutions with a single point-of-control for managing emergency notifications across all modes of communication and types of devices, including VO...

The Universal Stopper® (STI-13300NC) is a clear cover with an enclosed flush backbox.  It offers excellent protection against physical damage (both accidental and intentional), dust and grime as well as severe environments inside and out (Type rating pending). This indoor/outdoor cover fits over wall mounted electrical boxes and helps seal against damp or dirty locations. It is also useful when mounting on an uneven surface.  Other mounting options for the cover include surface or...

The TruTV show unveils the daunting task of managing over 300 staff persons, thousands of dollar cash The hit documentary, “Full Throttle Saloon”, is set to deliver another season of non-stop action to TruTV viewers. Filming of the 4th season ended in mid-August; following the conclusion of the 2012 Sturgis Rally in Sturgis, SD, and episodes of the new season started airing on 19 December. With over 50,000 daily visitors, the Full Throttle Saloon is the epicenter...

LILIN's IP video solutions can reduce costs dramatically The brief One of the biggest fashion franchise chain stores based in Taiwan wanted an  IP video system for managing store window displays. The Headquarters of the chain stores is located in Taipei. Therefore, managing each window display by visiting each store became a time consuming task. The challenge There are two challenges (1) limited bandwidth available and (2) managing 300 sites’ video at HQ. Each si...

The awards program recognises how qualifying SECURE+ members  are making customers' lives safer The Electronic Security Association (ESA) recently announced its call for SECURE+ Award entries. Entries were accepted until Dec. 14, 2012 and were open to SECURE+ member companies. The awards will demonstrate how security systems with enhanced features have helped customers protect, control and connect their homes, families and businesses. The awards program recognises real-l...

Keith Bloodworth gives his predictions for 2013 2012 has been a great year for the global security industry. This is especially true for many PSIM vendors who have seen their busiest year to date. We catch up with Keith Bloodworth, CEO of CNL Software, one of the world's leading PSIM developers to discuss some of the trends that helped shape the PSIM market this year and to get some forecasts for the direction it will head in 2013. It provided an opportunity to get some no non...

Dewaine is responsible for sales of all PESA product lines to territories outside the United States and Canada PESA, a leading U.S.-based custom design and build manufacturing company for professional audio and video signal distribution, recently announced that Dewaine McClellan joined the company on Nov. 5 as international sales manager. He is responsible for sales of all PESA product lines to territories outside the United States and Canada. McClellan has built his sales ca...

Version 2.2 of Moxa MXview provides new support for PoE device visualization and third-party device management, along with device availability and inventory reporting capabilities. These functions are expected to strengthen MXview's value proposition as a comprehensive monitoring, diagnostics and management platform for converged automation networks. Moxa is offering a fully functional unlimited-time 20-node trial version of MXview for download on its corporate website, www.moxa.com.   Enh...

Aviation security officials will use AS&E’s Sentry Portal cargo inspection solution to inspect air cargo pallets American Science and Engineering, Inc. (“AS&E”), a leading worldwide supplier of innovative X-ray detection solutions, announced recently the receipt of an order for one Sentry™ Portal cargo screening system from a government agency to protect an airport in Asia. Aviation security officials will use AS&E’s Sentry Portal carg...

MRL offers 50 to 75 percent more energy efficiency and also removes the need to construct a machine room Sales of machine-room-less (MRL) elevators in the Americas exceed hydraulic elevators by over $160 million in 2012 with revenues of $1.4 billion, according to a recent study published by IMS Research (now part of IHS Inc.), titled The World Market for Elevators and Escalators. “MRL is just now surpassing hydraulic as the primary elevator mechanism in the Americas for...

Addressing today’s most challenging control room environments that demand cutting-edge performance and lower costs of ownership, Christie® has introduced the new Christie TVC-700 display wall processor, a powerful manager of the most complex information sources.  At the heart of Christie’s control room solutions, the Christie TVC-700 is PC-based and easy-to-use, purpose-built for the rigors of 24/7 control room environments. Using the PCIe bus architecture and state-of-the-a...

3VR is a leading intelligent video surveillance company and its proprietary CrimeDex solution can be an effective tool for banks to find skimmers quickly, particularly if the platform is integrated within a financial fraud detection system. 3VR’s CrimeDex can play an important role in all fraud detection, not just ATM skimming. CrimeDex is an online network database of economic crime information that includes shoplifting, organized retail crime, and other white-collar crimes. It allows la...

The newly expanded video security network enables the Mission Police Department (MPD) to watch for crimes in progress Firetide, Inc., the leading provider of high-performance wireless infrastructure mesh networks, recently announced that the City of Mission, TX Police Department has successfully completed phase two deployment of Firetide’s wireless infrastructure mesh video surveillance network. The newly expanded video security network enables the Mission Police Departm...

4Front offers a complete product range around docking systems as well as a large variety of accessories ASSA ABLOY has acquired the US company 4Front, leader in docking systems. 4Front offers a complete product range around docking systems as well as a large variety of accessories. "4Front, with its leading brands, is yet another strategic entry to the important North American market in entrance automation. I welcome this addition that further reinforces the ASSA ABLOY Group'...

American Dynamics, part of the Security Products business unit of Tyco (NYSE: TYC), has introduced its VideoEdge Hybrid recorder and Desktop NVR, using the victor unified client. VideoEdge Hybrid is a powerful, high-performance NVMS that records and manages video from both analogue and IP cameras, protecting your video investments. The new Hybrid expands on the VideoEdge portfolio, which has tripled since its introduction in 2008, offering a full suite of NVR solutions for all size businesses. T...

The new facilities will house Dallmeier’s entire west coast staff, its warehousing operations and sales Dallmeier electronic USA, Inc. announces the opening of its new Las Vegas facilities. Headquartered in Fort Lauderdale Florida, Dallmeier has made a significant investment expanding its operations to Las Vegas. The new facilities will house Dallmeier’s entire west coast staff, its warehousing operations, sales, service, training and logistics. “We are very...

Sicura Systems, implemented its DigiLive RMC software which is an advanced IP-based VMS The recent success story of McLaren and driver Lewis Hamilton at the Circuit of The Americas (COTA) inaugural Formula 1 GP in Austin Texas, has been facilitated by advanced Race Management Control (RMC) software designed and installed by British company, Sicura Systems Ltd. Following on from the successful implementation of a Sicura Systems solution earlier in the F1 season for the British...

Griffon Systems has completed two phases of the three-phase installation with 25 MOBOTIX cameras Customer United Scrap Metal Inc. a buyer, processor and recycler was founded in 1978 through the same process in which their business is based: converting scrap metal into a more valuable commodity. Marsha Serlin, a single mother of two, founded the business in a survival mode with $200 and a rental truck, attempting to provide for her family. From those humble beginnings, the com...

Milestone was awarded this year's ADP recognition in Mexico, Central America and the Caribbean Milestone Systems, the open platform company in IP video management software, was named the Application Development Partner (ADP) of 2012 for Mexico, Central America and the Caribbean by Axis Communications, the global leader in IP networked surveillance equipment. This award highlights the work that has been achieved in the partnership between Milestone and Axis in the region. Axis...

AMAG Technology, an access control, IP video and intrusion detection (IDS) solution provider, announces Certified Partner Exacq Technologies, Inc. has recertified its exacqVision NVR 5.0 with AMAG’s Symmetry v7.0.1 Security Management System, which combines the latest generation of video management software with feature-rich access control.  The integration is only supported on servers running the exacqVision Enterprise VMS.  Both AMAG and Exacq cooperatively tested and certified...

Heat, light, power, water and communications are crucial to each and every one of us CNL Software, a world leader in Physical Security Information Management (PSIM) software, is pleased to announce that it has formed a technology partnership with Becatech Systems, a global leader in the provision of services and solutions for the protection of Critical National Infrastructure (CNI), private estates and the Military and Peace Keeping Forces. With over 20 years of experience d...