Surveillance & Security News for July 2015

Partnership comes fresh on heels of Messoa’s exhibition of its latest HD IP cameras specifically designed for ALPR at IFSEC 2015 PlateSmart automatic license plate recognition (ALPR) software-only solutions are known for working with cameras across the spectrum of the security industry. Messoa, one of the security industry’s premier video camera manufacturers, has consistently produced cameras that work effectively with PlateSmart’s products, making for a str...

Mendoza will be responsible for managing day-to-day operations for commercial and residential sales activities Protection 1, the largest full-service business and home security company in the U.S., recently announced that it has named John Mendoza to the position of general manager for its Wichita branch. Mendoza will report to Regional Vice President Robert Kerr. ”John has been a valuable part of the Protection 1 family for the past 12 years and during that time he has...

According to Lorraine Thomas, MD, Metzger, the BSIA membership enables to keep abreast of private security industry developments Leading talent management and business search consultancy Metzger has joined the British Security Industry Association (BSIA) as an associate member. The move confirms Metzger’s increasing engagement with the private security industry and its commitment to providing the highest of standards to its clients. Metzger provides a full range of tale...

The national awards pay tribute to the outstanding work of security officers over the past 12 months Securitas has scooped another personal best at the 2015 British Security Industry Association (BSIA) Awards. The national awards pay tribute to the outstanding work of security officers over the past 12 months and Securitas was honoured with a record six accolades including two out of three honours in the 'Outstanding Act' category. For vigilance and integrity The first...

With the launch of Hikvision's SMART SOLUTION 2.0, the world leader in Intelligent Video Surveillance technology is raising the bar for the entire CCTV industry with increased performance, functionality, usability and business productivity. SMART SOLUTION 2.0 includes enriched Smart features across its entire range of industry-leading IP cameras, Smart NVRs and video management software, together with tailored applications specially designed to meet the individual requirements of key vertical ma...

All seven decision factors contribute to an effective physical security solution Installation of an effective physical security solution can enable end users to avoid serious mistakes. This article presents a comprehensive and consultative decision methodology to help end users make the best decisions about security entrance products for the long term. The decision-making process is based on Boon Edam’s more than 100 years of experience in installing thousands of entry s...

Tony brings more than 30 years’ experience of working with companies to develop effective operating visions and sales strategies Leading maritime security company MAST has appointed Tony Armour as Client Development and Marketing Director with immediate effect. Tony is a proven leader with extensive experience in senior management and sales roles, including within international companies. At DST Systems, one of the world’s leading business process management solut...

Internationally acclaimed crisis management expert Bruce Blythe will speak about understanding the violent mind AlliedBarton Security Services, the industry's premier provider of highly trained security personnel, will host a seminar on the Components of a Comprehensive Workplace Violence Preparedness Programme on Wednesday, August 19, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. in the Memorial Health Auditorium located at 4700 Waters Ave., Savannah. Expert guidance Bruce Blythe, an internatio...

Security and technology are rushing to offer home automation solutions and build out the Smart Home of connected devices and applications. As cameras, alarms, as well as, thermostats and other appliances become controllable and programmable using Internet-enabled smart phones, they are becoming part of a vast web called the internet of things (IoT). Achieving greater value through smart data exchange This network of physical objects or "things" embedded with electronics, software, sensors and...

The awards serve to recognise significant or lifelong contributions in five different categories Five individuals and teams have been presented with prestigious British Security Industry Association Chairman’s Awards to celebrate outstanding contributions they have made to the ongoing success of the UK’s private security industry. Personally selected by the BSIA’s Chairman, Pauline Norstrom, Chief Operating Officer at Dedicated Micros and AD Group, the award...

The awards serve to recognise who represented the commitment of security companies Young apprentices Robbie Jackson and Christopher Hunt were recently presented with prestigious Apprentice Installer Awards by the British Security Industry Association  (BSIA). The apprentices were selected as award winners in recognition of their academic and practical success in the field of electronic security installations. Recognised the achievements of level two and level three...

Affiliated Monitoring’s UL-Listed monitoring centre with a second floor dedicated to areas for security company meetings Central monitoring stations have innovative approaches to assist security installing companies in growing their account base, adding value and boosting recurring monthly revenue (RMR). These companies do much more than simply monitor accounts – today they provide a host of services to give security installing companies the added edge in an extrem...

Power over Ethernet (PoE) enabled IP cameras or other IP devices are rapidly becoming industry standard in the security market due to their simple installation and cost savings. The PoE technology allows the IP data and power to be delivered over the same UTP cable. The IP cameras or devices don't need an additional AC power point. They can be placed in virtually any location, such as ceilings, without requiring a power-point at the location. It eliminates the need for additional and often expe...

The Level 7 Advanced Diploma in Security Management is delivered by distance learning and takes nine months to complete The Security Institute and its learning development partner, Perpetuity Training, part of the Linx International Group, are introducing a Level 7 Advanced Diploma in Security Management course via distance learning. Highest levels within security profession and the Security Institute The new course, set at Masters level, is designed to benefit those wishing...

Adams Rite supplied its innovative Sentinel M commercial multi-point locks Adams Rite, part of ASSA ABLOY Security Solutions, a UK division of ASSA ABLOY, the global leader in door opening solutions, has helped to provide solutions to a prestigious commercial property that required a higher level of security. Project Kestrel Aluminum Systems and Adams Rite supplied components to Fabrique Specialist Glazing Systems Ltd, who manufactured and installed bespoke doorsets that...

Bruce Riesterer has been appointed Vice President, Vertical & Centralized Operations STANLEY Security, a leading global manufacturer and integrator of comprehensive security solutions for a wide range of industries, announces the establishment of its new Vertical & Centralised Operations (VOPS) team and supporting Network Operations Centre. The combination of these entities is dedicated to providing an unparalleled installation and service experience for end-users in...

Security-Net has grown significantly in stature as a global national accounts organisation Back in the day, security companies kept their business close to the vest, didn’t collaborate and worked locally, without expanding beyond limited geographic boundaries. Security-Net™, Exton, Pa., came about in an effort to find a better way. So some 22 years ago, in 1993, the organisation began a journey – one that would eventually establish it as a highly respected n...

Specialist security provider, Allegion, has introduced its complete range of Briton mechanical locking solutions, which meet Grade 3 of EN 12209 regulation – the Briton 5600 Series. Building on the success of Briton 5400 and 5500, the range has been bolstered with two additional Briton locks that are suitable for both internal and external doors in public buildings, in both new build and retrofit commercial applications. Ideal for commercial buildings Briton 5600 Series features special...

For police, BWCs can significantly improve how evidence is collected by recording the visual and audio actions Body worn cameras (BWCs) are becoming common place in law enforcement. While the spotlight for body cameras is on police in the news, BWCs are also sought after in security-related contracts for airports, campuses, correctional facilities and for private security. It’s quite likely interactions with police or security guards will be recorded (people who re...

We have all heard the sales pitch: Use of megapixel cameras lowers the camera count needed to provide adequate video coverage, thus making the overall system less expensive. Use of fewer cameras equates to less infrastructure, bandwidth and storage, according to the claims, and megapixel cameras provide enough detail that you don’t miss anything using fewer cameras. It’s a compelling pitch, but one that has sometimes been questioned in the market. To look beyond the marketing hype, w...

This new patent complements AES Corporation's portfolio of patented technology and product line fully compliant with government and local regulations AES Corporation, the leading manufacturer of private wireless mesh alarm communication networks, is pleased to announce today that the United States Patent and Trademark Office has issued U.S. Patent No. 8,072,945 for AES Link Layered Networks.  Extended functionality for AES IntelliNet The patented Link Layered Networks e...

Video Insight - a leading developer of enterprise IP video surveillance software and security products - introduces the new ADVIDIA P-Series, a high-performance IP camera line designed to deliver a new level of efficiency, and unparalleled streaming performance to meet customer needs in high-end installation deployments. The P-Series offers The P-Series consists of 4 different network cameras which include the ADVIDIA P-24 dome camera with 1080p full HD H.264 video at 60 fps; ADVIDIA P-25 weat...

Marks USA appoints Jeffrey Holbrook and Thomas Masterson as eastern and western regional sales managers Marks USA, a division of NAPCO Security Technologies, Inc., Amityville, NY, is pleased to announce the appointment of Jeffrey Holbrook and Thomas Masterson as Eastern and Western Regional Sales Managers, respectively, reporting to Marks VP Sales, Bill Sporre. Jeffrey Holbrook joins Marks USA as its Eastern Regional Sales Manager, having worked prior in the architectural doo...

COMPRO Technology Inc., a leading Cloud IP Video Surveillance Solution Provider, recently announced the official release of C4Home 2.2, the latest version of its robust cloud service. C4Home 2.2 features new functions: iPad layout, scene selection mode, in-app cloud service subscription, IR configuration in app, and OSD configuration in app. iPad Layout With iPad layout, C4Home becomes a universal iOS app, which supports all iPhones and iPads. The biggest advantage of this amazing breakthrough...

NEC's NeoFace Watch solution enables automatic facial recognition through photos, CCTV images, recorded videos and webcams NEC Corporation recently announced its selection by the Receita Federal (Brazilian National Tax Collection Agency) to provide NeoFace Watch facial recognition technology for 14 international airports throughout Brazil, including the major hub of Governador Andre Franco Montoro International airport (Guarulhos airport) in Sao Paolo and Antonio Carlos Jo...

Tamron Co., Ltd., Saitama, Japan, specialized manufacturer of optics and one of the leading companies in the security / surveillance equipment industry announces the release of three types of ultra-high-performance machine vision fixed-focal (8mm / 16mm / 25mm) lenses for 1.1"-format 3.1-μm-pixel-pitch imagers (Model: M111FM08 / M111FM16 / M111FM25). Development concept Mega-pixel machine vision cameras used in industrial applications including production equipment, chip mounters, test appa...

Tyco Security Products, part of Tyco, the world’s largest pure-play fire protection and security company, announces a new range of IP cameras and NVRs that meets the budget of small to medium sized businesses, while satisfying their need for high-quality video surveillance. lllustra Essentials bullet and mini-domes cameras lllustra Essentials, which features 1 and 2MP resolution variants, including bullet cameras and mini-domes with IR LEDs and an indoor mini-dome option, is the latest a...

Will Murray re-elected as Guardian24 representative, whilst Ben Hawkins has been newly appointed to represent Skyguard The Send For Help Group, Europe’s largest lone worker protection provider, has been elected two committee memberships of the British Security Industry Association’s (BSIA) Lone Workers Section; one for each of its subsidiary companies. Will Murray, Marketing Director, has been re-elected as representative for Guardian24, whilst Ben Hawkins, Inciden...

Maxxess eFusion software has more than 50 fully integrated third-party manufacturer’s products incorporated Maxxess, a global corporation specialising in the access control sector and recognised for its extensive integration capabilities, recently developed and implemented for Banner Health, one of the largest nonprofit hospital systems in the country, a comprehensive security solution to protect areas containing radioactive sources. Fulfilling RSP and NNSA requirements...

Biometrics is most useful as an additional level of authentication — determining that you are who you say you are Over the years, the growth of biometric security technology has faced challenges of cost and pushback from users. Prices have been higher than more traditional technologies. In addition, users did not advocate storage of their personal biometric data by employers or the government. “I believe this is changing,” says Rueben Orr, CPP, vice preside...