Surveillance & Security News for December 2013

Certification training is a free service for authorised Galaxy reseller partners and is taught by Galaxy’s technical team Galaxy Control Systems has recently completed its first certified dealer training programme in Dubai for its reseller partners in the region. Year over year growth in regional sales and demand for training were the impetus for the launch of the local five-day factory course, which was filled to capacity with participants from companies in the regi...

The SharpEye solid-state radar allows authorities to control the area Kelvin Hughes, a world leader in the design and supply of navigation and surveillance systems, is delighted to announce the permanent installation of an S-Band SharpEye radar and antenna on Christmas Island in the Indian Ocean. An Australian territory, located 2,600 kilometres northwest of Perth, Christmas Island has been regularly used by immigrants and asylum seekers as a pathway to obtaining refugee stat...

Dortronics Systems, Inc., the industry's leading provider of standard and custom finish access control products, has introduced a new communication-capable, fail-safe control system, ideal for public restroom applications. The 43211-CB Communicating Bathroom System provides power to operate most low voltage locking mechanisms including maglocks, strikes and electrified locksets, and is ideal for use in a two-door restroom facility such as those located in dormitories or healthcare facilities. E...

The Red Cross responds to a disaster on average every eight minutes, and the vast majority of them are home fires The American Red Cross urges residents to take extra precautions with cooking and decorating around the holidays. “Cooking is the leading cause of home fires, and as people are cooking, entertaining, and stringing lights this holiday season, we’re urging that they take safety measures to ensure that their homes and loved ones are safe from the threat o...

Alpro’s overhead transom closers are a means of hydraulically controlling the opening and closing of aluminium doors The University of Liverpool is using transom door closers from Alpro Architectural Hardware at student residences on its south campus adjacent to the Management School and Law Faculty. Alpro’s overhead transom closers are a means of hydraulically controlling the opening and closing of aluminium doors and can have light, medium or heavy spring streng...

Bulwark’s BW-D2381H3 WDR feature will now be used in various verticals. WDR applications: now and after? Currently, WDR surveillance cameras are employed mainly in the banking and finance sectors. Other common applications are parking lots, big plazas, building entrances, ports, tollbooths, and other areas that are frequently affected by varying light patterns and strong backlight. In order to capture detailed images within the areas of surveillance under the ever changing lighting...

Axis Communications announces the next generation of its market-leading system-on-chip for network video cameras and video encoders. The new ARTPEC-5 is based on dual core multiprocessor architecture, features a larger cache size and higher memory throughput. More processing power and performance provide increased capabilities for intelligent video processing and video analytics applications. The new ARTPEC-5 chip features support for the H.264 High Profile (HiP) video compression standard and...

Brickcom’s MD-300Np-360P and CB-500Ap-360P IP cameras impressed visitors at that event VSC (Network Video Surveillance Conference) is a fast-growing and national roadshow annually thrown by ROD, showcasing the IP cameras of lots of leading brands, including SONY, Axis, Canon, etc. On October 24, Brickcom took part in VSC 2013 in Kyoto, Japan, and successfully gained attraction and compliments from the visitors. These visitors, who are mainly the system integrators, were...

All NFC-enabled mobiles distributed by China Mobile must pass the high quality test solutions from Germany With the goal in mind to offer the best user experience to their customers, China Mobile has started their own comprehensive testing programme before launching NFC services. From now on, all mobile handsets, no matter from which manufacturer, will be checked thoroughly in China Mobile’s own labs. Handsets will only get approved once it is guaranteed that the com...

The accreditation allows Securfid to implement the LEGIC technology into individual and secure solutions Securfid GmbH in Bonn, Germany, now belongs to the LEGIC partner network. Securfid is a system integrator specialised in security in RFID communication. The accreditation as official LEGIC license partner allows the company to implement the LEGIC technology into individual and secure solutions. In 2012, Securfid was founded by experts in the field of security, IT and m...

Hikvision’s products can now be managed directly from the AppVision PSIM video wall and video matrix Hikvision and French security software developer Prysm recently announced the integration of all Hikvision products within the Prysm AppVision Physical Security Integration Manager. This combination allows Hikvision’s products to be managed directly from the AppVision PSIM video wall and video matrix, for integrated security and building automation projects arou...

Tyco will also showcase the newly acquired Exacq Technologies’ VMS solutions at the event Tyco Security Products, part of Tyco, the world’s largest pure-play fire protection and security company, will be returning to Intersec 2014 in Dubai with a comprehensive portfolio of purpose-built access control, video, intrusion and PSIM solutions. The newly acquired Exacq Technologies will be shown for the first time on the Tyco Security Products stand SA/305C as further e...

Milestone’s XProtect was integrated with ShotSpotter gunshot detection and HawkEye Effect digital mapping to help deter gun crime With the goal of driving down gun violence in the Roosevelt-Uniondale area of New York, the Nassau County Police Department wanted to leverage its existing Milestone XProtect video surveillance solution and its open platform technology for the next step in safety. To help deter gun crime and assist in quickly solving firearm-related cases, the...

IP Security represents Sony’s security and surveillance products in the New York City and New Jersey markets IP Security Reps Inc., a premier security manufacturer’s representative firm, announced recently that the company has expanded its sales territory with Sony Electronics’ Security Systems Division beyond its existing Mid-West business. The company now represents Sony’s security and surveillance products in the New York City and New Jersey markets,...

MESSOA announced the release of NCR870S, an outdoor-ready 2MP IR bullet network camera designed for 24/7 video surveillance. An upgrade version of the well-received model NCR870, the NCR870S inherited the superior 1080p image quality and low light sensitivity from its predecessor backed by world-wide successful installations. Based on this proven performance, the new version is further improved in terms of installation flexibility and protection against water and harsh weather, making it an exce...

Sargent and Greenleaf, Inc. (S&G) announces that its recently released 2740B Electromechanical Combination Lock, the “Bravo” version of S&G’s Model 2740 GSA container lock designed to meet Federal Specification FF-L-2740B, has been approved by the U.S. General Services Administration (GSA) and is included on the organisation’s updated Qualified Product List (QPL) for government agencies and qualified contractors.  This approval confirms that S&G’s...

Bosch Security Systems introduces the AUTODOME 7000 family of pan-tilt-zoom (PTZ) cameras with intelligent features that are a major asset to security surveillance. AUTODOME 7000 outperforms other moving cameras to provide customers with a powerful, automated monitoring system that ensures security risks are not missed. Built-in intelligence Bosch’s embedded Intelligent Video Analysis (IVA) software automatically processes video signals and alerts operators to security risks. A single AU...

Bosch launches the new DIVAR IP recorder family, herewith responding to the latest market requirements. The new recorder family consists of all-in-one video management systems as well as storage solutions. The DIVAR IP all-in-one solutions combine a network recorder, storage array, client workstation and integrated software. Nowadays the market requires smooth and instant access to high-quality surveillance video regardless of monitoring a whole chain of hotels or a single gas station. Moreover...

SICNT introduces an innovative IR dome camera - ENOCH 406. It breakthroughs the traditional installation concept, brings user to a new idea. It has separated Case & Core camera in small parts. With 4 Simple steps, a metal IR dome camera is installed. The performance ENOCH 406 comes with a high-precision 2.8-12mm Varifocal Lens, 36pcs IR LEDs gives excellent support in dark surveillance for a long IR range. Adopted with 1/3" SONY CCD and new SONY Effio DSP, true WDR, 3D-DNR functions are for...

The new D25, M25 and Q25 5-megapixel IP camera models deliver high-contrast images without motion blur, even in poorly illuminated scenes thanks to the new MOBOTIX low-light optimisation feature. As a result, they are considerably more light sensitive than the respective predecessor models and have twice as many pixels as Full HD. All models feature state-of-the-art motion detection. Whether large objects in the foreground or small ones in the background, the integrated MxActivitySensor only re...

Erik joins from a background of mult-media services Sentry360 is pleased to announce the addition of a new Support and Development Engineer, Erik Pilsits. Erik joins from a background of multi-media services technology and has years of experience in IT business operations at Motorola. Sentry360 is thrilled to have him join its technical support and development team.

Brickcom held a two-day property protection training event in November for their customers  Modern Alarm Ltd. is one of Brickcom’s main partners in Hungary. In their annual Modern Alarm Days event on September 19th and 20th, they demonstrated the latest products and technology from Brickcom to deliver Brickcom spirit to their customers all the way from Taiwan to Hungary. Furthermore, on the dates of November 14th and 15th they had a two-day training for their custo...

GB required a fully integrated system including security surveillance and building integration systems The Gardens by the Bay (GB) is an urban outdoor recreation development located at the South of Marina Bay. Spanning 54 hectares, GB comprises of iconic Supertrees, Cooled Conservatories and a series of outdoor themed gardens. Since its opening, GB has received many local and international accolades. In order to create the perfect environment for its visitors, GB required...

Avigilon promoted Bryan Schmode to Executive Vice President and Pedro Simoes to Senior Vice President Avigilon Corporation, a leader in high-definition (HD) surveillance solutions, recently announced the promotion of two of its top performers: Bryan Schmode to Executive Vice President of Global Sales and Marketing, and Pedro Simoes to Senior Vice President of Global Sales. Mr. Schmode has been promoted to executive vice president of global sales and marketing, adding oversigh...

AMAG Technology, an access control, IP video and intrusion detection (IDS) solution provider, is happy to announce that Video Insight is now a member of the Symmetry Extended Business Solutions Program as a Certified Partner. Video Insight has certified its Video Management Software (VMS) with AMAG’s Symmetry v7.0.1 Security Management System, which integrates the video management software with AMAG’s newest version of Symmetry access control software. AMAG and Video Insight cooperat...

Brubaker will manage sales for the A/V, security, data and residential market segments Middle Atlantic Products has appointed Blake Brubaker as Regional Sales Manager for Illinois, Wisconsin, Minnesota, South Dakota and North Dakota. In his new position, Brubaker will manage sales for the A/V, security, data and residential market segments while ensuring that Middle Atlantic factory sales reps are properly trained and equipped with the right tools to effectively represent the...

Oxalis has appointed J.C. Caines as VP of Sales to lead all sales and marketing efforts in North and South America Oxalis Group Ltd, a leading UK manufacturer of hazardous area video, lighting and communications solutions, today announced the opening of Oxalis Group USA.  Based in New York, this new office establishes Oxalis with local sales, marketing and support services designed to meet the needs of its growing clientele across North and South America. The expansion wi...

Detex Corporation, an industry leader in the manufacture of life safety and security door hardware for commercial buildings, offers battery-powered alarm systems that guard against propping doors open. For educational facilities, the system assures that doors left open by mistake or intent won’t defeat the whole security system. The EAX-300 Door Prop Alarm can be field-set for door prop times ranging from one second to four minutes, with a 15-second default. After the time selected, a 100...

Axxon Intellect is VMS with a modular architecture, allowing creation of integrated security systems of any level of complexity Owned by Telefonica, E-Plus is a multinational telecom and one of the top three mobile operators in Germany. The company serves over 19 million subscribers. Over 4,700 specialists are employed by the company in Germany. 2012 revenues totalled EUR 3.4 billion. E-Plus was in a situation similar to that faced by many businesses: it needed to update...

For its new remote system, Terra Ferma plans to standardise on Moxa networking equipment Moxa and Terra Ferma announced a comprehensive partnership encompassing the use of Moxa hardened communications equipment for a remote SCADA monitoring and IP surveillance system which Terra Ferma will market to the oil and gas industry. "Moxa is one of the few companies to offer hardened networking equipment to all areas of the oil and gas industry, so it can partner with customers like...