Surveillance & Security News for August 2016

Additional network infrastructure secures communication between Brazilian & international security forces at numerous Olympics venues To protect the Olympic Games 2016 in Rio de Janeiro, Airbus Defence and Space has equipped the Brazilian Federal Police with radio communication means based on Tetrapol technology. The existing network in Rio de Janeiro implemented by Airbus Defence and Space has complete coverage in all crucial locations, including the main venues, such as...

This partnership will allow PSA to distribute Welbeck’s network connection and management solutions for the security industry PSA Security Network and Welbeck Secure announces that Welbeck has entered into a partnership with PSA to distribute Welbeck’s network connection and management solutions for the security industry. Through this partnership PSA integrators will gain a competitive edge by offering unique and quality secure connectivity products to their c...

The latest Sony STARVIS camera module includes Auto ICR, Spherical Privacy Zone Masking, and Defog - to provide the ultimate in scene detail At the forefront of surveillance imaging development and performance, UK CCTV design and manufacturing company, 360 Vision Technology, is proud to announce that it is now employing the latest high-performance Sony STARVIS 1080P HD camera module across its entire range of HD surveillance cameras. New surveillance features Featuring the l...

A lot has changed in the last 15 plus years in the security industry, including the ability to process and analyse Big Data. The growth rate of data has reached an astounding pace. Today, best estimates are that about 2.5 quintillion bytes of data are produced every day—that’s 2.5 followed by a staggering 18 zeros! The volume of data feeding into businesses is so vast, the only means available to leverage this data to drive decision making is to harness the power of a Business I...

Ian Mason has wide experience of the technology sector and a background in manned guarding Lodge Service has appointed Ian Mason as Business Development Manager. His focus will be the growth of the security consultancy’s Lodgic monitoring service, based at the Redditch ARC and intelligence centre. He will be identifying the needs of facilities and security managers in the retail, office and public sectors for loss prevention, guarding, investigations, staff screening and...

  The security industry as a whole is migrating from the historical mechanical lock to the newest technology of electronic locks Mechanical locks and keys date back thousands of years and have undergone many changes, but the industry’s transition to electronic locks might be the most important, lasting, and surprisingly affordable security and safety change of all. The objective behind the creation of locks so long ago remains: to control a value on the other side...

The awards recognise resellers for delivering complex integrated projects and helping to grow the CEM business CEM Systems, part of the Security Products business unit of Tyco is pleased to announce the winners of the 2016 CEM Business Partners of the Year Awards, EMEA.  FES Group received the CEM Business Partner of the Year Award for the UK and Ireland, Tyco Integrated Fire & Security for Europe, Tyco Fire and Security UAE for the Middle East, and Acti-Tech for Afr...

  To date, 174 doors across Hamilton School District have been fitted with 3xLOGIC security 3xLOGIC, a provider of integrated intelligent security solutions has announced Hamilton School District, located in Hamilton, Montana, has installed 3xLOGIC’s Intelli-M Access®, a browser-based access control management solution, at all the district’s buildings. Access control transition Judy Hake, Maintenance and Transportation Director for the school district led...

The Award was presented to Ian Trayling of AlertSystems by TDSi Managing Director, John Davies Integrated security manufacturer TDSi has awarded AlertSystems its ‘Platinum Partner of the Year Award’ for 2016. The Award was presented to Ian Trayling of AlertSystems and recognises the expert installer for its close partnership with the security manufacturer. Successful partnership Having received the award, Paul Brake Joint Managing Director of AlertSystems said,...

CRB technician Martin Granados installs Dahua IP mini dome cameras at the Upscale Resale store Bunni Ickes, store manager of Upscale Resale, was so determined to stop shoplifting that she purchased fake plastic surveillance cameras in an attempt to discourage thieves. Upscale Resale is a thrift store operated by South County Outreach, a charitable organisation that helps local low-income families. Operating Upscale Resale comes with the challenges of nonprofit management, par...

The Matrox C900 graphics card is ideal for digital signage, presentation, and video wall applications Matrox® Graphics announced that the Matrox C900, the world’s first single-slot, nine-output graphics card, is now available for purchase. The Matrox C900 is a single-slot, PCI Express® x16 graphics card that drives nine displays at resolutions of up to 1920x1200 @60Hz per output. Designed to power 3x3 or 9x1 video walls, C900 delivers one ultra-large desktop acr...

IFSEC Southeast Asia 2016 is an opportunity to create new networks with leading companies and peers The region’s security, fire and safety industry is getting excited for the fourth edition of IFSEC Southeast Asia 2016. On 7th - 9th September 2016, industry experts from around Southeast Asia will gather on the show floor to build networks amongst industry peers, discuss on the future development and business deals, and obtain new information from seminars. All these will...

The NDE series is a smart addition to incorporate into an Open Options security solution Open Options, an open platform access control and software development company, has announced an integration with Allegion’s Schlage NDE series wireless locks with ENGAGE technology that provides the latest in technology to offer a comprehensive and affordable access control solution without compromising security. With Open Options DNA Fusion access control software, Schlage NDE ser...

The new dealer funding programme secures new business and growth for dealers Security Partners has announced their new dealer funding programme. The wholesale central station, with four national Secure Operation Centres, teamed up with Financial Security, a division of Belmont Finance, LLC, to create a programme designed to grow dealers RMR, build their business, and maintain ownership of their accounts for the long term. Growing relationship with dealers Mike Bodnar, Presid...

Security Essen boasts more than 1,000 exhibitors and 42,000 trade visitors, and offers a high standard of security and protection products Automatic Systems will be exhibiting at the upcoming SECURITY ESSEN 2016 show to be held in Essen, Germany, on September 27-30, 2016. Security Essen is one of the most important trade fairs for security and fire prevention. The show, which boasts more than 1,000 exhibitors and 42,000 trade visitors, offers a high standard of security and p...

The need for security convergence and shared threat intelligence is markedly increasing “Converged security” has been a buzz phrase for more than a decade, but the industry is just now starting to reap the rewards. Converged security recognises that truly comprehensive organisational risk management involves the integration of two distinct security functions that have largely been siloed in the past: information security (network operations centre or NOC) and physi...

Part 8 of our healthcare series Hospitals are challenging environments. A hospital requires oversight 24 hours a day, seven days a week Access control in particular has advanced significantly to offer healthcare facilities the ability to control access remotely, through mobile applications, confirm identity quickly and easily and program varying levels of access for visitors, patients, doctors and staff. Hospitals are challenging environments. A hospital requires ov...

It’s become a hot topic lately, but what are the real prospects for the smart home and home automation market? More specifically, what role can the security industry play in what is seen as a growth area? Earlier this year, IFSEC International in London saw the launch of a new home automation zone featuring a replica smart home, showcasing a range of interconnected devices such as intruder alarms, CCTV, biometric readers, door entry solutions and locks, as well as wireless control of bli...

The Commercial UAV Show will feature case studies on drone deployments in mining, utilities and energy, and search and rescue With their increasing popularity and affordability as well as their almost unlimited applications in civil industries, UAVs or drones are increasingly taking off for commercial missions. How can businesses effectively adopt these unmanned aerial vehicles to save money, time and lives? What will be the best way to manage these drones from the regulatory...

Ocularis 5.2 now supports client-side dewarping of streams from the Bosch FLEXIDOME IP panoramic camera family The strategic partnership between Bosch Security Systems and OnSSI has resulted in new integration capabilities with the Ocularis IP video surveillance and security platform. Ocularis 5.2 now supports client-side dewarping of streams from the Bosch FLEXIDOME IP panoramic camera family. Zero blind spots Bosch FLEXIDOME IP panoramic cameras offer a full 180-degree or...

The Internet of Things has moved rapidly from an early adopter market into the mainstream, but it has introduced new security concerns BullGuard, a European consumer security company, announces that it has acquired Dojo Labs, an innovator in consumer internet of things security. Together, the companies will redefine how security is delivered for consumers and small businesses. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed. Powerful home network security Named a cool vendor in...

Sometimes customers expect more out of a security system. A brand new security system just doesn’t perform as the customer expected it would. In fact, one might argue that the many variables in today’s complex systems make it more likely than ever that some element of a system might not measure up to a customer’s expectations. What happens then? We asked this week’s Expert Panel Roundtable: What happens if a customer’s expectations of system performance are greater...

Thanks to this solution, the San Nicolás shopping mall in Antioquia, Colombia, has upgraded from its manual people-counting procedure into a more practical and effective, IP based VIVOTEK system. Traditionally, people counting at shopping malls is done manually, a responsibility assigned to security personnel or guards whose primary task is to ensure public safety and protect the property of the mall and its tenants. To carry out this task, security personnel use a pushbutton that they a...

ISONAS's cloud-based software brings new features to access control that highlight the capabilities of a Pure IP solution ISONAS, a Pure IP access control system manufacturer, has announced that the company will be showcasing its new software platform – Pure Access Cloud in booth #3762 at the 2016 ASIS International seminar and exhibits. The 62nd Annual ASIS International kicks off on September 12th and runs through September 15th at the Orange County Convention Center i...

The autumn tour will feature live demonstrations of Hikvision’s latest technologies Following the huge success of the Go Beyond HD Roadshow in March, Hikvision, the supplier of innovative video surveillance products and solutions, is set to tour the UK with another informative roadshow in September 2016. VASP programme The autumn tour will feature live demonstrations of Hikvision’s latest technologies and present details of how to become part of Hikvision’...

Kings Intelligence Service (KIS) has already proved hugely successful for clients from national retailers to multi-site businesses The security and intelligence firm Kings Security has successfully attained a Europe-wide trade mark for its cutting edge product, Kings Intelligence Service (KIS). Evolving security intelligence KIS is a real-time, online security intelligence product that has already proved hugely successful for clients that include national retailers and regi...

Camden's CX-33 state-of-the-art door controller is designed for ‘universal’ operation in virtually any automatic door application Camden Door Controls, a provider of high quality door activation and locking products, is pleased to announce it has enhanced its popular CX-33 advanced logic door controller with the addition of a built-in "Lock Down" operating mode. This new feature will enable a designated (N/O) momentary emergency lock down switch, or switches, to d...

The QNAP TS-831X is a cost-effective storage solution designed for growing businesses looking for faster data access QNAP Systems, announces the internal testing results of the QNAP TS-831X Turbo NAS and proved that a TS-831X with eight solid-state drives (SSDs) can reach read speeds of 1499MB/s and write speeds of 665MB/s with its all-native SATA 6GB/s ports and integrated dual 10GbE SFP+ LAN ports, making it the perfect solution for high-bandwidth applications. Delivering h...

The 10GbE-ready TS-EC1280U R2 allows greater deployment of services and provides an immediate boost to overall network performance QNAP Systems announces that the enterprise-class rackmount TS-EC1280U R2 NAS has received significant feedback from business users. With two built-in SFP+ based 10GbE ports while keeping the same price tag as the previous TS-EC1280U, the TS-EC1280U R2 enhances IOPS-demanding applications such as virtualisation, databases, multimedia online editing,...

VIVOTEK will highlight their latest surveillance technologies focused on enabling station operators to acquire and distribute intelligence VIVOTEK, the IP surveillance provider, announces that it will demonstrate its transportation solutions at the INNOTRANS 2016 taking place from September 20 to 23 at the Berlin Exhibition Grounds. Located at Hall 4-1 booth No.105, VIVOTEK will highlight a variety of the latest surveillance technologies focused on enabling station operators t...