Surveillance & Security News for August 2018

Videx, the experts in access control and door entry, has enhanced its popular range of hands free colour video monitors with a new matt black soft touch finish. The monitors, which feature a 7-inch-high resolution colour LCD screen, are now available in both a matt black or satin white finish for a number of Videx’s popular door entry systems. Neil Thomas, National Sales Manager at Videx, said: “Video door entry is a very popular access control choice because it enables a resident...

Sonitrol, the provider of verified electronic security systems, launches TotalGuard, an all-in-one solution that provides video verification, impact activated audio, glass break detection, wireless support, Sonitrol Mobile App (video surveillance, alarm events, arm/disarm system), and so much more. TotalGuard is a perfect solution for the small business market looking for a low cost monitored security option; allowing Sonitrol to compete and have advantage over the popular DIY security systems....

In their commitment to continuous improvement, Pyronix are delighted to add voice push notifications to both iOS and Android versions of ProControl+. This feature is available now; users may have even already received them for events on their systems. Integrated life safety devices “We’ve listened to market demands and this is a feature that was very much sought, so we are very pleased to implement this,” Laurence Kenny, Pyronix Marketing Manager, said. If there is an alarm...

Matrix will be showcasing its latest trends and technologies from the security and telecom domain, including the new NVRX Series and PRASAR UCS for modern enterprises. The company will demonstrate Enterprise Telecom and Security solutions that cater to the needs of SMEs, SOHOs and large enterprises. Matrix, a premier manufacturer of telecom and security products will be hosting Matrix Insight on 26th July from 8:30 am onwards at the Marriott Hotel in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The company welcomes e...

VisitorPoint from Maxxess is a smart visitor management solution that offers an easy but powerful upgrade for a wide range of users. For those needing to replace a basic signing-in book for the first time, VisitorPoint is an attractive, user-friendly solution with a choice of useful features. And for larger organisations looking for a multi-site visitor management solution, it provides control and audit features that are future proof, flexible, and designed to complement security, fire and buil...

3xLOGIC, Inc., a provider of integrated, intelligent security solutions, and a three-time Deloitte Technology Fast 500 winner, announced that Frederick Douglass High School (FDHS) has deployed a highly-successful video surveillance installation that helps ensure two points of alarm verification to sharply reduce false alarms. In the summer of 2017, Sonitrol of Lexington and Bates Security completed one of the companies’ most innovative installations. The project includes verified audio de...

Despite 95 percent of CIOs expecting cyberthreats to increase over the next three years, only 65 percent of their organisations currently have a cybersecurity expert, according to a survey from Gartner, Inc. The survey also reveals that skills challenges continue to plague organisations that undergo digitalisation, with digital security staffing shortages considered a top inhibitor to innovation. Gartner's 2018 CIO Agenda Survey gathered data from 3,160 CIO respondents in 98 countries and acros...

Hytera Communications Corp. Ltd., Hytera America, Inc., and Hytera Communications America (West), Inc. (collectively, "Hytera") has filed a petition at the US International Trade Commission (ITC) requesting review of a Final Initial Determination issued on July 3, 2018 by ITC Administrative Law (ALJ) Judge MaryJoan McNamara that features in Hytera's Digital Mobile Radio (DMR) products sold in the US infringe patents of Motorola Solutions, Inc. (MSI). Hytera files petition at US ITC Hytera's po...

Matrox Graphics Inc. is pleased to promote the partnership with VIDELCO Europe Limited to expand distribution of its Matrox Maevex 6100 and Maevex 5100 Series enterprise encoders and decoders throughout Austria, Germany, and Switzerland. The Matrox Maevex Series product line will enrich VIDELCO’s portfolio to deliver an innovative AV-over-IP product range to resellers, integrators, and customers in need of exceptional-quality, low-bitrate, single and multi-channel HD/4K streaming and reco...

UNION, part of ASSA ABLOY Security Solutions, a UK division of ASSA ABLOY, a premier provider of door opening solutions, has been granted a second patent for its keyPRIME reversible key cylinder system, giving a patented lifetime to 2036. Providing secure key control, the second patent ensures UNION keyPRIME offers one of the longest patent protected products in the market. Keys and cylinders can only be ordered, cut or assembled by authorised partners. Delivering similar benefits and greater...

Nedap announces significant new possibilities to the MACE platform to seamlessly fit it into the technical and organisational environment of clients. MACE is used to send and revoke virtual access control cards to smartphones in any security or parking application. The announced expansion and enhancement of the mobile access control platform offer unlimited potential for integration and effective use. “MACE already offered a great deal of functionality to security managers that were looki...

Tomorrow’s commercial buildings will be safe, comfortable, efficient and smart. But how do ordinary buildings turn into smart buildings? And how will we live and work in a smart city? What possibilities and opportunities for optimally protecting people, property and the environment will holistic solutions deliver? Inspiration, dialog & networking These and other fascinating questions will be illuminated by building experts from Bosch, joined by futurologists and customers, in a uniq...

Allied Universal, global security and facility services company, announced that it has reached an agreement to acquire U.S. Security Associates (USSA) from Goldman Sachs Merchant Banking Division (GSMBD), further building on its position as a major global player in the security services industry. This transaction includes the acquisition of Andrews International, the global arm of USSA. USSA has operations in the United States and internationally, with revenues in excess of $1.5 billion and more...

CannaGuard Security is excited to announce that it is now offering franchising opportunities across the U.S. with international opportunities to follow. The company currently services the legal cannabis industry by providing overly compliant security systems for licensed growers and retailers in the medical and recreational/adult-use markets. Through a strategic partnership with Cannabis Security they can now expand to meet the needs of a flourishing industry. CannaGuard Security is adapting th...

Siklu Inc., the global supplier of mmWave wireless solutions, has awarded Convergint Technologies, worldwide service-based systems integrator, as their Top Security Systems Integrator Partner in North America in 2017-2018. This decision was based upon the successful partnership between the companies over the past 2 years.  Siklu wireless fiber solutions Siklu’s wireless fiber solutions were chosen by Convergint in a number of video surveillance projects across North America, includi...

VIZpin, designer and manufacturer of the VIZpin smartphone-based, Bluetooth-enabled access entry system, has announced the appointment of Wendi Grinnell to the newly-created position of Vice President, effective immediately. Grinnell, of Elizabethtown, is a graduate of Rutgers University and has 20 years of marketing and sales leadership experience. She joined VIZpin in January 2017 in the role of marketing director. Wendi’s extensive industry experience in customer-focused technology so...

Nice S.p.A., the Italian international home automation and home security company, has announced continued expansion into the smart home category with the acquisition of FIBARO, global brand in the smart home and home automation industry. The transaction, which was public as of Friday, July 13 is valued at €63 million/$73 million US and includes the entire share capital of Fibar Group S.A., including its US subsidiary. Founded in 2010, FIBARO has established itself on 6 continents and in ov...

Antaira Technologies is a global developer and manufacturer of industrial networking devices and communication solutions for harsh environment applications and is proud to announce the expansion of its industrial networking infrastructure family with the introduction of the IMC-C1000-XX series.  IMC-C1000-XX series media converter The IMC-C1000-XX series is a compact IP30 rated gigabit Ethernet-to-fiber media converter featuring a 10/100/1000Tx Ethernet port and a fixed fiber interface su...

3xLOGIC, Inc., a provider of integrated, intelligent security solutions, and a three-time Deloitte Technology Fast 500 winner, announced that Panda Restaurant Group, Inc. (parent of Panda Express, Panda Inn, and Hibachi-San) has completed deployment of 3xLOGIC’s VIGIL Trends Business Intelligence software to all of its North American locations. Interface Security Systems, headquartered in St. Louis, Missouri, is the integrator and overall project manager for this ambitious endeavour. Pand...

ADME, Inc., parent company of Apollo Security Access Control has announced creation of a new division for sales and support exclusively for its Software OEM and Integration partners. This new division, named ApolloEM, will be responsible to provide support for industry partners that use Apollo’s hardware platforms along with their own software solutions. “Providing hardware-only solutions to our partners has been a significant part of Apollo’s business since the very beginning...

As one of the largest IT companies in Scandinavia, EVRY provides comprehensive computing, IT consulting, and business solutions to Nordic companies, financial institutions, public sector entities, and health authorities. While security at EVRY facilities is paramount, so is maintaining a leadership brand and accommodating a high flow of staff and visitors. Boon Edam security doors Entrances of EVRY facilities must provide a high level of security given the value and sensitivity of the work th...

Altronix announced it has added Paxton Access to its expanding portfolio of Trove Access and Power Integration Solutions, which simplify board layout and wire management, greatly reducing installation and labor costs. Altronix Trove2PX2 seamlessly accommodates Paxton controllers providing a scalable, cost effective access control solution. “Our collaboration with Paxton Access further simplifies the design and installation process for system integrators,” said Alan Forman, President...

Dahua Technology, global solution provider in the video surveillance industry, officially launched its DeepSense Series IP Cameras that include AI-powered face detection network cameras (DH-IPC-HDBW8242E-Z4FD, DH-IPC-HFW8242E-Z4FD-IRA-LED and DH-IPC-HFW8242E-Z20FD-IRA-LED) and face recognition network cameras (DH-IPC-HDBW8242E-Z4FR, DH-IPC-HFW8242E-Z4FR-IRA-LED, and DH-IPC-HFW8242E-Z20FR-IRA-LED). Driven by AI deep-learning algorithms, they enable accurate face capture and face attributes analys...

No matter the time of year and often, no matter the time of day – security professionals have access to training resources from ASSA ABLOY to help make them better at the critical work they do. Both e-learning and on-site opportunities exist for training through ASSA ABLOY and the ASSA ABLOY Academy, which was launched in March 2018 as a consolidation of the organisation’s comprehensive training programs.  ASSA ABLOY Academy Curriculum at ASSA ABLOY Academy is comprehensive i...

In an ongoing effort to provide the highest level of customer support, ASSA ABLOY is offering two new mobile apps to ensure that installers are well equipped in the field. The ASSA ABLOY Customer Support App provides a troubleshooting, e-learning and support experience that is immediate and intuitive, while the BILT app simplifies installation with fully interactive, voice narrated step-by-step instructions. Both apps are currently available for download on Apple and Android mobile devices, and...

Vicon Industries, a designer and producer of security surveillance solutions, announced that training and certification for its Valerus Video Management System is now available as a convenient online course. Following the same curriculum as Vicon’s popular in-person training program, the new online class provides in-depth instruction on all aspects of Valerus, from setup and programming to operational capabilities and special features. Coursework includes hands-on learning and exercises t...

Redvision’s X-SERIES, RV30 rugged PTZ dome cameras now fully integrate with the Xtralis ADPRO XOa convergence software platform. The ADPRO XOa delivers revolutionary detection, verification and response services for remote guarding and general security applications. It provides remote, multi-site management of the company’s renowned, FastTrace, Remotely Managed Multi-Service Gateways (RMG) and iFT and iFT-E, NVR+ platforms.  RV30 PTZ dome cameras Stephen Lightfoot, technical d...

With increased security a priority for school districts across the country, administrators are taking a close look at their technology to ensure it can deliver in an emergency. Concerns over active shooters and other violent scenarios have districts paying attention and putting heightened security measures in place. Christopher Lordi, Director of Administrative Services at Delaware Valley School District in rural, northeast Pennsylvania, knew it was time to upgrade his district’s surveill...

Technology is front and center at a beautiful new City Hall in the Northwest U.S., where community members will find local government offices, city council chambers and the department of economic development. The building’s tightly integrated electrical, lighting, fire protection, telecommunications and security solutions is the work of Coffman Engineers. Ben Helms was project manager responsible for specifying Vicon’s Valerus VMS and VAX Access Control security solutions into the fa...

Derwent London, a FTSE 250 Index British-based property development and investment firm with a property portfolio worth £4.9 billion, acquired the White Chapel Building in central London in December 2015. The firm is renowned for using design-led approaches to create inspiring office space and began a two-phase project to regenerate the eight-storey commercial building. The White Chapel Building Derwent London’s complete refurbishment of the building meant they required a new secur...