Surveillance & Security News for April 2014

S1 is adopting VidSys as its exclusive go-to-market PSIM platform for security integration and critical infrastructure S1 Corporation (“S1”), a global leader in security systems and integration, and VidSys, a world leader in Physical Security Information Management (PSIM) software, recently announced a strategic partnership agreement. S1, an affiliate of the top global corporation Samsung Group, is adopting VidSys as its exclusive go-to-market PSIM platform for sec...

Nedap CEO, Ruben Wegman, participates in the plenary panel discussion on "The Future of Security Technology" Although at the time of writing, the 13th edition of the ASIS European Security Conference in The Hague is still in full swing; Nedap already looks back on a successful event. As Golden Sponsor the company was closely involved in the organisation of the rousing ASIS Welcome Party. Also, CEO Ruben Wegman granted his participation in the plenary panel discussion on &lsquo...

In the new showroom, customers can experience advantages of video IP solutions from Dallmeier With the opening of the “Dallmeier Solution Centre” in Johanns Systemhaus in Bitburg, Dallmeier now has an extraordinary Video IP Showroom in the western part of Germany as well. The overarching theme of the centre is “Experience live – touch and be amazed – see your own benefits and operating scenarios”. In the new showroom in Bitburg, existing an...

ADATA™ Technology, a leading manufacturer of high-performance DRAM modules and NAND Flash application products, recently announced the launch of the Premier Pro series SP920 solid state drive (SSD). Designed to meet the high-performance requirements of multimedia file transfers, the SP920 is equipped with the latest generation Marvell controller implementing the SATA III 6Gb/sec specification. SSDs continue to become mainstream storage selections for a cross-section of user types, largely...

The Mode S based network guarantees flight safety and the efficiency of airspace utilisation The Airbus Defence and Space business line Electronics has concluded the delivery of the worldwide first air traffic control network based on the latest “Eurocontrol” standard Mode S to the flight safety branch of the German Air Force. This Mode S based network guarantees the automatised guidance of civil and military aircraft in an area of 1,700 x 1,500 km. Thus, flight sa...

With VIVOTEK’s IP security system, the activity in GONHER’s distribution centres can now be viewed in real-time Background Grupo GONHER is a company located in the city of Monterrey, Mexico. Starting as a grassroots outfit in 1953, the manufacturer of parts grew in tandem with the automotive industry, first producing air filters and subsequently building up a more comprehensive product line throughout the latter decades. The company has enjoyed continual growth si...

Gentec's Stratocast is designed to meet the requirement of a reliable and cost-effective video surveillance solution Genetec™, a leading provider of unified IP security solutions recently announced new features and a reduced pricing plan for Stratocast™, its cloud-based video surveillance-as-a-service (VSaaS), powered by the Microsoft Azure cloud-computing platform. Stratocast is designed to meet the needs of small and midsized businesses that require a reliabl...

The lawsuits filed by HID Global and ASSA ABLOY were amicably settled HID Global, trusted leader in solutions for the delivery of secure identity, recently announced that it has settled patent-infringement lawsuits against Apollo Security, Applied Wireless IDentifications Group (AWID) Inc., and Secura Key, a division of Soundcraft, Inc. The lawsuits included HID Global’s multi-technology reader patents. “We are pleased that the lawsuits filed by HID Global and ASS...

Alan has held a number of management roles during his 30 years in the security industry SALTO Systems welcomes Alan Horrobin who joins the company as a new Area Manager for the Northern Region, reporting to Ramesh Gurdev. Alan has been in the security industry for over 30 years and has a wealth of experience spanning many different disciplines. He has held a number of management roles ranging from Vertical Markets Manager to UK Sales Manager to Country Manager. He will now be...

ASSA ABLOY was recently named by Forbes as one of the world’s 100 most innovative companies ASSA ABLOY, the largest global supplier of intelligent lock and security solutions, responsible for one in every 10 lock and security installations worldwide, is focusing on innovation on Stand D1700 in Hall S17 at IFSEC 2014 (Excel, London, UK from 17-19 June, 2014.) Recently named by Forbes as one of the world’s 100 most innovative companies, ASSA ABLOY will showcase new...

Open Options demonstrated the interface between DNA Fusion and Milestone’s XProtect Access Control Module at ISC West 2014 Open Options, a leading provider of open platform access control, expands their integration with Milestone Systems Video Management Software (VMS) to include a new interface to their new add-on, the XProtect® Access Control Module (ACM). While Milestone XProtect® VMS has been accessible from within Open Options DNA Fusion access control soft...

DRS’ WatchMaster thermal cameras are on display at the 2014 ISC West exposition DRS Technologies, Inc. a Finmeccanica Company, announces the availability of WatchMaster® thermal camera families on the Autodesk® Seek service, a leading Building Information Modelling (BIM) web application service accessible to Autodesk® Revit® users. The addition of WatchMaster® thermal cameras to the Autodesk application is consistent with DRS’ strategy to extend...

AVer, a global provider of education and business solutions, has released a free enhanced version of the CM5000 CMS, creating one of the most manageable user interfaces on the market. In addition, AVer has enhanced the performance of its E5000 series NVRs including the E5016H/E5016 and released five free feature upgrades for IP cameras. This wide range of free improvements ensures that users continue to have the latest technology and features at their fingertips. The updated version of the CM50...

Identiv exhibits its new uTrust TS Readers at ISC West 2014 Identiv announced that CEO Jason Hart will lead a presentation at ISC West on establishing trust in the connected world. The presentation will take place at the Sands Expo and Convention Center in Las Vegas, Nevada on Thursday, April 3, starting at 11:15 AM PDT. Mr. Hart’s presentation will address the connectivity of everything from premises, information, identities, devices, and even everyday items such...

The units provide field selectable 6 Amps at 12 or 24VDC with up to 16 independently controlled power limited outputs Securitron, an ASSA ABLOY Group company, proudly announced the launch of its AQD6 Series of 6 Amp Switching Power Supplies at ISC West 2014. These units provide field selectable 6 Amps at 12 or 24VDC with up to 16 independently controlled power limited outputs. The AQD6 is the industry’s first line of power supplies that are UL 294, 6th Edition listed. Sh...

STANLEY Security’s eServices 2.0 provides real-time transparency on customers’ security systems STANLEY Security, a leading global security company specialising in advanced integrated security solutions, introduces its new eServices 2.0 platform at ISC West 2014 in Las Vegas, NV. STANLEY Security’s eServices 2.0, to be made available in the summer of 2014, provides real-time transparency on customers’ security systems, including intrusion, video survei...

Mike brings to Teleste over 20 years of entrepreneurial business expertise Teleste, an international technology group specialised in broadband video and data communication systems and services, recently announced that it has appointed Mike O’Dea as Sales Director – North America to strengthen and expand Teleste’s Video Networks business in the United States and Canada. Mike joins Teleste from VidSys where he held multiple positions for more than six years. H...

The 5K/2K takes place at 7:30AM, with Awards Ceremony to follow at 5:15 PM at Sands Expo and Convention Center Mission 500 marks the 5th anniversary of the Security 5K/2K run/walk, a cornerstone of Mission 500’s fundraising efforts at ISC West 2014. The event is a collaboration between organising sponsors United Publications, publishers of Security Systems News and Security Director News; Reed Exhibitions; and Mission 500. Core sponsors of the 2014 Mission 500 5K/2K ar...

The ability to record in real-time the images from 64 x 2 Megapixel cameras may be impressive, but it is the features that make the Samsung Techwin’s SRN-4000 so highly resilient and easy to use that are likely to attract the attention of installers and system integrators who are looking to minimise the total cost of ownership of their clients’ video surveillance systems. The SRN-4000 is able to simultaneously record and multi-stream the transmission of images at a high bandwidth sp...

The agreement builds on the relationship initiated by their NFC technology license agreement in 2011 INSIDE Secure, a leader in embedded security solutions for mobile and connected devices, recently announces it intends to enter into a new agreement with the Intel Corporation, building on the relationship initiated by their NFC technology license agreement in 2011. Under the terms of the contemplated agreement, INSIDE Secure would: extend the current worldwide, perpetu...

Teleste VMX video management platform is being used as an umbrella system for CCTV resources during the summit Teleste, an international technology group specialised in broadband video and data communication systems and services, recently announced a deployment of its video surveillance solutions to Australian Federal Police and Queensland State Police. The deployment includes hardware and software to enforce security operations related to G20 leader’s summit in Australi...

SilverNet’s recently launched Cloud managed Mesh Wi-Fi solution overcomes this price barrier by providing a method of configuring, controlling and monitoring Wi-Fi access points without the need for expensive controller hardware. It achieves this by a Cloud based software management tool called SilverCloud which enables Wi-Fi radios to be collectively managed regardless of their physical location, via a browser on a PC, tablet or even a smartphone. “For small to medium size applicat...

The event will attract approximately 2000 young players from across the UK Bournemouth Rugby Football Club’s Academy will be holding its annual Youth Rugby Tournament on Saturday 5th April, with the rugby balls sponsored by Poole-based integrated security solutions manufacturer. The event will attract approximately 2000 young players from across the UK to compete against each other in a tournament competition. Adam Norris, the recently appointed Director of UK Sales at...

The guide provides basic details of the various bodies that are involved and impact the whole of the UK’s CCTV sector From British Standards to IEC, Cenelec to the Government’s new Code of Practice, the world of CCTV standards can be a complex one to navigate. For CCTV companies, understanding how this ever-changing standards landscape affects their business can be a daunting task. With this in mind, the British Security Industry Association (BSIA) has produce...

Data overload describes both my condition in the midst of a busy trade show and the current condition of the industry itself. At an opening session at ISC West in Las Vegas, I hear that technology development now means there are more sensors and cameras providing more and better quality data all the time. As if making the case, Axis introduced a 4K “super high resolution” camera for under $1,000. Other companies also introduced 4K cameras, including Sony, Bosch, and several more. Ho...

The agreement extends availability of DRS’ WatchMaster thermal security and surveillance camera systems to PSA’s system integrators DRS Technologies, Inc. a Finmeccanica Company announces the availability of WatchMaster® thermal camera systems through a distribution agreement formed with PSA Security Network, an electronic security cooperative based in Westminster, Colo. The strategic agreement seeks to further extend the reach and availability of DRS’ p...

Frontier R4 empowers organisations to achieve higher levels of security control Frontier, a developer of integrated enterprise security management solutions for more than thirty-five years, has announced availability of the upgraded version of its security management software, Frontier R4. The new release delivers enhanced functionality and further empowers organisations to achieve higher levels of awareness, security control and rapid response. The Frontier integrated softwa...

The VidSys 7.6 upgrade provides enhanced functionality and an expanded suite of product security tools VidSys, a world leader in Physical Security Information Management (PSIM) software, recently announced the release of version 7.6 of its software platform. The upgrade provides enhanced functionality, increased operating efficiency and an expanded suite of product security tools and features. New functionality in VidSys 7.6 increases the ease of use for operators and system...

The strategic agreement signing ceremony will be held at Samsung Hospitality Suite 3rd floor of Palazzo Tower S1 Corporation (“S1”), a global leader in security systems and integration, and VidSys, a world leader in Physical Security Information Management (PSIM) software, invite members of the media attending ISC West to a strategic agreement signing ceremony and media availability with CEOs. Where: Samsung Hospitality Suite 3rd floor of the Palazzo Tower When...

The camera features a highly sophisticated one-inch image sensor and extremely fast internal processing Arecont Vision, the industry leader in IP megapixel camera technology, is demonstrating the next generation of multi-megapixell imaging here at ISC West 2014 (booth #8045). The company’s new MegaVideo® 44K (3,840 x 2,160 pixels) Ultra High Definition (UHD) camera provides a total resolution of 8.3-megapixeels (MP) at 330 frames per second (fps) to deliver spectacul...