Surveillance & Security News for June 2014

Canon, world leader in imaging solutions, recently announced it has signed an agreement to acquire Denmark-based Milestone Systems A/S, a world leading provider of open platform video management software, via its subsidiary Canon Europa N.V. The new combination will create a formidable player in the fast growing network video surveillance market by combining the strengths of Canon’s innovative imaging technology with Milestone’s best in class video management software e...

End user control will be the main topic of discussion at the Pyronix stand at IFSEC 2014 Pyronix will be showcasing a whole new range of products, services and technological innovations at the ExCel Centre in London come the 17th June. End user control is the main topic of conversation around Pyronix at the minute and the all new Pyronix Cloud; launching exclusively at IFSEC will enable systems to be controlled over secure IP communications from anywhere in the world. Along w...

Wyndham Hamilton Park has customised KeyWatcher with locker modules to hold its iPod Touch devices Located in Florham Park, NJ, and offering convenient access to Newark Liberty International Airport, Wyndham Hamilton Park hotel and conference centre services guests in 219 rooms and 40 conference rooms. The hotel features more than 27,000 square feet of property and can support up to 400 people for conferences, events and special occasions. As with every hotel, ensuring the co...

The 4TB Seagate Surveillance HDD has been designed specifically to address the need for high-resolution cameras What: Seagate Technology plc, a world leader in storage solutions, will be exhibiting at IFSEC International 2014 between the 17th and 19th June on stand G510. Stand visitors will be able to see the recently launched 7th Generation Surveillance HDD in action, with demonstration solutions from QNAP, Samsung, Synology, and Hikvision. The 4TB Seagate Surveillance HDD ha...

Just in time for the summer sales, Samsung Techwin has simultaneously launched a compact vandal-resistant dome camera and a small footprint PoE network video recorder (NVR). Together the 2MP Full HD SNV-6013 and four channel ‘zero configuration’ SRN-472S provide an ideal solution for retailers looking to deter and detect shoplifting and other criminal activity. SNV-6013 dome camera - video surveillance in the palm of your hand With a diameter of less than 113mm and a height of just...

Brivo OnAirSM cloud-based access control management provides 24/7, 365 security for ambulance and EMT operations base Brivo Systems LLC, leader in cloud applications for security management, recently announced that Star EMS, Pontiac Michigan, relies on Brivo OnAirSM cloud-based access control management to provide 24/7, 365 security for its ambulance and EMT operations base. National Technology Management (NTM) is the Brivo dealer and installer for this project. “Brivo...

Learn about using IP megapixel cameras to serve customers and build a stronger business Join Arecont Vision for an educational webinar and learn about using IP megapixel cameras to serve customers and build a stronger business. Attendees will also be entered in its monthly drawing for an IP megapixel camera AV10255AMIR ($1,900 value). On June 18, 2014 at 8:30 a.m. PST we will present: The latest security industry and company news. Innovative additions to our product line....

Bob recently celebrated 40 years of service with AMAG Technology and has been President and CEO for the last 19 years In a planned transition effective July 1, 2014, AMAG Technology, Inc. announced recently that Bob Sawyer, AMAG’s President and CEO, will become Chairman of AMAG’s Board of Directors, relinquishing day to day executive management of the Company to Matt Barnette, currently AMAG’s Executive Vice President of Sales and Marketing. Matt Barnette wil...

The SNC-XM631 greatly expands the capabilities of its X Series line of IP mini-dome cameras Sony Electronics is adding a new model to its award-winning X Series line of IP mini-dome cameras. The SNC-XM631 is powered by the IPELA ENGINE™ EX signal processing system, allowing it to deliver full HD picture quality in challenging lighting conditions using Sony´s unique wide dynamic range technology (View-DR) and image stabilisation technology. The indoor camera has a w...

McNamara is currently Marketing Manager for the fire product portfolio for Bosch in North America Jack McNamara of Bosch Security Systems, Inc. has been named President of the Automatic Fire Alarm Association (AFAA), an organisation dedicated to improving the quality, reliability and value of fire and life safety systems. McNamara is currently the Marketing Manager for the fire product portfolio for Bosch in North America. He has held a number of roles at the company over the...

At the Loss Prevention Conference & Expo, security service providers share solutions and strategies for retailers Loss Prevention executives from U.S. Security Associates (USA) are soaking up the sun along with the latest industry knowledge at the National Retail Federation (NRF) Loss Prevention Conference & Expo in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. The conference is being held from June 10th to June 13th at the Greater Fort Lauderdale/ Broward County Convention Center, with t...

Lexington One choses MOBOTIX IP solution to provide highest level of safety and security for students and staff MOBOTIX Corp., a leading provider of high-resolution, network-based security solutions, recently announced that Lexington School District One has deployed a comprehensive MOBOTIX IP surveillance solution across 32 school and administration buildings. Lexington One, a 360-square-mile district in Lexington, S.C., chose the MOBOTIX solution to unify video surveillance c...

Verint intelligent security solutions help reduce fraud and loss, boost operational efficiency Verint® Systems Inc.recently announced the expansion of its portfolio of security and business intelligence solutions for the retail sector as it continues to deliver advanced technologies to help reduce fraud and loss, boost operational efficiency and improve the customer experience. To help reduce shrinkage and achieve a significant return on investment, retailers are using Ve...

AVer will be discussing the benefits of its IVAs, and offering an overview of its entire portfolio at IFSEC 2014 AVer, a global leader in security, surveillance and video conferencing solutions, has announced its attendance at IFSEC 2014, the UK’s largest security industry event from 17th to 19th June at the ExCel in London. At the event AVer will be unveiling a number of new products, exclusively available to attendees, and talking to retailers about its award winning...

Lauren Bradshaw will drive the strategic direction of the company’s operations, service and maintenance teams Lauren Bradshaw has accepted the newly created position of Client Delivery Director at Quadrant Security Group Ltd (QSG), to own and drive the strategic direction of the company’s operations, service and maintenance teams. Lauren, who has spent the past 5 years as QSG’s Finance Director, commented: “QSG has a fantastic track-record of deliverin...

The new office underscores VidSys’ commitment to its substantial existing business and ongoing rapid growth VidSys, a leading global provider of Physical Security Information Management (PSIM) software, recently announced its establishment of a new VidSys regional headquarters office in Dubai, UAE. The office is led by Philip Stockham, VidSys Director for EMEA Operations, and includes a team of senior sales executives, product engineers and program managers. Located in...

Sony will demonstrate how the latest 4K technologies could be used in the security industry to drive new levels of image clarity At IFSEC 2014, Sony showcases how current and future technologies can be integrated into a security environment with live technology demonstrations of Sony and partner solutions. It will also be introducing 4K technology and its content collaboration solution, Vision Presenter. The company will also demonstrate its continuing innovation in the video...

Pro-Vision will provide and support the full range of IP Network based video surveillance solutions offered by Wavestore Pro-Vision Distribution Limited – the distributor of branded CCTV and access control equipment has recently signed an agreement to supply and support the Wavestore hardware and software range. Under the agreement Pro-Vision Distribution will provide and support the full range of IP Network based video surveillance solutions offered by Wavestore. Produ...

Low-light imaging has historically been a problem for megapixel cameras. Arecont Vision, like other megapixel camera manufacturers, has struggled to solve the dilemma of low-light images, which are plagued by noise, smearing of video, high bit rates (requiring additional storage) and loss of colour. Arecont Vision says it now has the answer, dubbing it STELLAR technology. The “LL” in the middle of STELLAR stands for “low-light;” the entire acronym sta...

Axis Communications, the world leader in network video, announces AXIS P39-R Network Camera Series offering protection against dust and water and able withstand tough conditions such as vibrations, shocks, bumps and temperature fluctuations. AXIS P39-R Series also features active tampering alarm function that allows for the detection of tampering attempts such as blocking or spray-painting. “AXIS P39-R Network Camera Series offers high image quality, HDTV resolution, substantial processin...

The security market is awash in stories about how big companies sought to step in and transform the market, from GE to Cisco to several cable or telecom companies. There is generally a lot of hand-wringing over “what it means” when you hear about a big company entering the market. So far the impact of bigger players on our status quo as a fragmented market has been minimal, but it still causes waves when a big company sets its sights on security. Such is the case with Apple, the late...

IHS forecasts that the pace of transition will continue to be rapid in 2014 and 2015 before slowing slightly from 2016 onwards The world market for video surveillance equipment grew by almost 7% in 2013.This is according to recently published estimates from IHS Inc., through its Video Surveillance Intelligence Service. The service also reveals that the ongoing transition from analogue to network equipment accelerated in the same year with revenues from network higher in all fo...

At IFSEC, UTC will highlight combined technologies that integrate with Ziton life-safety technology UTC Building & Industrial Systems, a unit of United Technologies Corp., will showcase its Ziton ZP2 life-safety solution at the International Fire and Security Exhibition and Conference (IFSEC), stand G1300, Hall S14, with a special focus on integration and mobile services. With UTC’s emphasis on integrated product development, the company is demonstrating how product...

The portal features online training and certification programs that have been specifically tailored to meet educational needs Milestone Systems, the open platform company in IP video management software (VMS), has created the Milestone Learning Portal for online education to train and certify industry professionals on the technical and commercial details of Milestone product offerings. The portal contains a variety of online resources designed to enhance a flexible, self-dire...

HID will also highlight its latest iCLASS SE platform that addresses the most advanced security requirements HID Global®, a worldwide leader in secure identity solutions recently announced that it will showcase its broad portfolio of solutions to create, manage and use secure identities during IFSEC International 2014 in London from June 17-19, 2014. The company will demonstrate its comprehensive range of innovative solutions that drive customer empowerment and highlight i...

At IFSEC, Nedap will demonstrate the world’s first software based security management platform: AEOS Nedap Security Management, developer and manufacturer of the first software-based security management platform – AEOS, is collaborating with different security professionals at IFSEC to solve security challenges that IFSEC visitors are facing. Security experts such as prominent security consultants and Physical Security Managers from leading organisations, collabora...

The R100 is part of an elite group of 97 products showcased in the magazine’s June 2014 issue Securitron, an ASSA ABLOY Group company is proud to announce that BUILDINGS magazine has selected the R100 as a 2014 Money-Saving Product winner. The R100 is part of an elite group of 97 products showcased in the magazine’s June 2014 issue. “The R100 was created to not only meet the evolving security needs of our customers, but to also make their job easier with a s...

VIVOTEK announced recently the launch of its three new network cameras, including compact fixed dome network camera FD8154 and FD8154V and bullet-style network camera IB8354-C, bolstering its SNV (Supreme Night Visibility) product portfolios. FD8154, FD8154V and IB8354-C all feature 1.3-Megapixel resolution and the ability to output 30 frames per second in H.264 compression. Equipped with SNV technology, three cameras offer unparalleled night visibility under low light conditions. With quality...

The Xtralis-E series includes the VESDA- E, the FastTrace 2/2E, and ADPRO PRO E-Passive Infrared (PIR) Detectors Visit Xtralis at IFSEC and FIREX 2014, held at ExCel London this year, where we will be showcasing its Best-in-Class Detection, Verification and response solutions. The Xtralis Everywhere portfolio boasts over 30 years of innovation in very early and reliable gas, smoke, & intrusion threat detection with remote visual verification resulting in superior detectio...

Suprema’s BioMini Slim is a high level security solution for PC based identity access management Suprema, Inc., a leading global provider of technology in biometrics and identification, recently announced it provided its latest version of fingerprint PC security scanner entitled ‘BioMini Slim’ to Kwick High-Tech & Solutions Pvt. Ltd. for Android-based biometric verification system on SIM cards issuance in Pakistan. BioMini Slim is Suprema’s first m...