Surveillance & Security News for March 2013

CEM AC2000 security management system will be installed to ensure the highest level of security CEM Systems, part of Tyco Security Products, is pleased to announce it has been awarded the contract to secure Auckland Airport. The industry-renowned CEM AC2000 security management system will be installed to ensure the highest level of security. ADT New Zealand has been selected as the integrator in the project and will install the AC2000 system at the airport’s domestic and...

The plug-and-play solution combines fixed and mobile paging IP audio and control specialist Barix heads to ISC West with a new IP paging solution that allows end users and integrators to set up multi-point systems within minutes. The plug-and-play solution combines fixed and mobile paging to extend reach and capability, while removing configuration hassles typically associated with IP. This ensures that schools, hospitals, office buildings and other commercial and public faci...

John leads product management including pre-sales activity for the DirectIP video solutions IDIS has appointed John Fisk to the role of Product Manager within the sales and marketing team based out of the IDIS European headquarters in Brentford, London. John joins IDIS to lead product management including technical support and pre-sales activity for the DirectIP suite of high-definition video solutions due to be launched at this year’s IFSEC International at the NEC, Bi...

New POS solutions for stadiums, hotels and tourist facilities are the result of the partnership between Quipos Solutions and LEGIC Identsystems AG, experts of core components in personal identification. Through working with LEGIC, quipos benefits from a highly-developed technology platform which brings electronic access and payment functions together in a single identification solution. The biggest advantages of the partnership are reaped by end users, in other words people who visit stadiums a...

Winsted Corporation is pleased to announce the release of the new 2013/2014 product catalogue. Celebrating 50 years of innovation this year, the company is proud to continue to provide its customers with innovative product design and world-class customer service. The 2013/2014 catalogue features a comprehensive selection of Winsted product offerings, including two new innovative solutions: EnVision command consoles and new E-SOC control stations. EnVision command consoles are designed to offer...

Dr. Ullrich points to various techniques such as netflow analysis as useful skills that can help detect intrusion As network speeds increase with new technologies and demand, real time packet inspection is simply not sufficient to deal with cyber-attacks. According to Dr. Johannes Ullrich, Dean of Research and a faculty member of the SANS Technology Institute, “Faster networks are making it harder for intrusion detection techniques to keep up with the threats. Instead or...

Michael will be responsible for Channel Vision accounts in the Northeastern region of the US Channel Vision, celebrating 20 years as a leading manufacturer of innovative technology products for the Well-Connected Home™, has announced the addition of Michael Bradish as their Northeast Account Executive. He will be responsible for accounts in the Northeast region, including: Michigan, Indiana, Ohio, Kentucky, West Virginia, Virginia, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, New York, Mai...

AMAG Technology, an access control, IP video and intrusion detection (IDS) solution provider, is now your source for retrofit solutions.  Announcing the new Symmetry Retrofit (SR) Controllers, designed for new installations, as well as for customers who are facing a security system limitation or end-of-life scenario with a competitor’s product.  AMAG’s SR Controllers enable a customer to upgrade their aging or discontinued security management system easily and affordably, a...

The symposium provided law enforcement CEOs an opportunity to discuss current public safety issues Milestone Systems, the open platform company in IP video management software (VMS), is sponsoring several events of the National Organization of Black Law Enforcement Executives (NOBLE). The first of these was the William R. Bracey Winter CEO Symposium, held in Baltimore, Maryland, at the Sheraton Inner Harbor Hotel February 21-23. This gathering provided law enforcement chief ex...

The growth in the electronic security market is reflected in the 170+ new companies who will be at ISC West More than 1,000 manufacturers and providers of security equipment and services will showcase new products at ISC West 2013 at the Sands Expo & Convention Center in Las Vegas April 10-12, 2013.  Among the leading companies who will be at this year's event to showcase the latest products and technologies in security are ASSA ABLOY, ADI, Anixter Inc., Axis Communic...

Suprema has recorded double-digit growth for 12 consecutive years Suprema Inc., a global leader in biometric technologies and ID solutions, announces that its 2012 revenue rose 25% year-on-year growth and its net profit increased 148.6% from the previous year. For the year ended 31 December 2012, the company, which makes products ranging from biometric security systems to e-passport readers and fingerprint live scanning systems, reported KRW 51.9 billion ($ 47.72 million)...

Chris Taylor will help consolidate and expand the companies offerings in the UK Applied DNA Sciences, Inc., a provider of DNA-based anti-counterfeiting technology and product authentication solutions, announced recently that Chris Taylor, a recognised leader in forensic marking products, has joined the company as Director, Europe. APDN welcomed Mr. Taylor, who will help lead the company in consolidating and comprehensively expanding its offerings in the United Kingdom, the Eu...

Sussex Police deployed 244 RS3-SX cameras supported by RS-DEMS evidence management software Seven years after the initial Home Office sponsored pilot of Body Worn Cameras by Devon and Cornwall police, the use of this technology has increased dramatically in the last year. Until recently, police services had only been using cameras in relatively small numbers but are now adopting this technology on a much larger scale and deploying many hundreds of cameras each. Alasdair Field...

Worldwide revenue for such equipment will soar to $705 million in 2017 The global market for wireless infrastructure gear used for video surveillance applications is set to more than double from 2011 to 2016, with a significant amount of growth driven by demand for low-cost systems in emerging economies like China and India. Worldwide revenue for such equipment will soar to $705 million in 2017, up nearly 160 percent from $274 million in 2011, according to a new report publish...

The Colombian Navy ordered a SERO 250 search periscope from Cassidian Optronics for a 209 Class submarine Cassidian Optronics improves the mission effectiveness of the 209 class submarines of the Colombian Navy by installing state-of-the-art sighting systems. After the already ordered refurbishment of an attack periscope, the Colombian Navy has now ordered a SERO 250 search periscope from Cassidian Optronics for a 209 Class submarine. Cassidian Optronics is the well-known prod...

Not every installation requires installation of an extensive surveillance system consisting of different components. The requirement for reliable video surveillance systems, reasonably priced with simple operation exists particularly in the private sector, in small retail stores and in restaurants. You can now offer your customers such a solution with the PCS-19/DVR-08 surveillance system from eneo. The system combines a 19" monitor with an 8-channel digital video recorder and is therefore...

AlliedBarton hosted the event in collaboration with Asvaco, iView Systems and Tyco Integrated Systems AlliedBarton Security Services, the industry's premier provider of highly trained security personnel, and HR Plus, a leading provider of comprehensive solutions for employment and background screening, hosted a free workplace violence prevention seminar. In partnership with Asvaco, iView Systems and Tyco Integrated Systems, the seminar took place on Wednesday, March 13, 2013,...

NLSS Cloud Services was selected based on the positive impact it delivers to today’s security marketplace Next Level Security Systems, a developer of a new breed of unified, networked security solutions, announced recently that Info Security Products Guide, the industry's leading security research and advisory guide, has named NLSS Cloud Services, a Silver winner of the 2013 Global Excellence Awards in the Tomorrow’s Technology Today category. This prestigious awar...

Moxa, a provider of hardened networking, communication, and computing solutions, is building upon the successful deployment of its DA-681 and DA-683 rackmount substation computers with its next generation DA-685 that combines the exceptional I/O capacity of the DA-681 with the computing horsepower of the DA-683.   Designed as an all-purpose substation solution, the DA-685 industrial embedded computer is capable of serving virtually any role in a smart grid application, regardless of what e...

The reception will provide an opportunity for security industry professionals to meet before ISC West The Security Industry Association (SIA) will hold it's annual SIA Customer Appreciation Reception at the PURE Nightclub at Caesar's Palace in Las Vegas on Tuesday, April 9 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. This highly anticipated event is held each year on the night before ISC West and provides a one-of-a-kind opportunity for security product manufacturers, dealers, integrators and...

The Jackson City PD currently has several vehicles equipped with a Genetec AutoVu mobile LPR system Genetec™, a pioneer in the physical security industry and a leading provider of world-class unified IP security solutions, recently announced that The Jackson (Miss.) Police Department is using the AutoVu License Plate Recognition (LPR) solution to help officers identify criminals and scofflaws and increase the safety of its citizens. The Jackson City PD currently has sev...

On display at the Security &Policing exhibition was Streit'sToyota Land Cruiser The world’s largest privately-owned vehicle armouring company, Streit Group has showcased its Toyota Land Cruiser at this year’s Security and Policing Exhibition at FIVE, Farnborough. On display was Streit Group’s armoured Toyota Land Cruiser which continues to be Streit Group’s best-selling security vehicle. The Toyota Land Cruiser is one of the most dependable 4x4s cu...

IndigoVision's Control Center Software used to give easy access to every camera in the installation Zambian Electricity Supply Company LTD (ZESCO) has completed a major security project using IndigoVision’s IP video security solution. Working in conjunction with local partner, Security Integrated Systems, and regional distributor, Reditron, the security solution covers a geographical are of more than 1200km protecting assets that include Victoria Falls power station and...

The seminars will discuss professional  use of modern cameras, equipment and IP connections A new series of seminars and exhibitions are set to explore the latest developments in the CCTV sector, providing expert insight into the latest changes in technology and legislation. Organised by the British Security Industry Association – the trade association representing the UK’s private security industry, including a large number of CCTV manufacturers and installe...

UBM relocates IFSEC International from NEC after 16 years UBM Live has officially launched IFSEC International and FIREX International’s move to ExCeL London in 2014. On Wednesday 6th March, over 200 partners and premier exhibitors across UBM’s Protection and Management Series – IFSEC, FIREX, Facilities Show and Safety & Health Expo – were given the opportunity to explore all the benefits ExCeL and the surrounding area has to offer. Relocating IFSEC...

The SCADA 'client-server' provides the operator with the GUI required for tunnel operations Vital Technology has provided a multi-discipline SCADA system at the Medway Tunnel under the River Medway between Strood and Chatham in Kent on the South Coast of England. The work at Medway has been a supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA) system replacement project in which Ematics, a subsidiary company within Vital Technology specialising in SCADA, have installed a SCADA a...

The newly available MOBOTIX App is a mobile video management solution for Apple* iPhone, iPad, iPad mini and iPod touch devices that improve everyday convenience and security. With this free-of-charge App, MOBOTIX users can access their video systems anytime from anywhere in the world and have mobile Internet access via WLAN (Wi-Fi) or UMTS/3G. Bandwidth-optimised remote access to live feeds and recordings, as well as an easy-to-use, easy-to-understand interface with a wide range of system funct...

HID's secure access solutions are designed to have minimal impact on patients and administrative staff HIMSS 2013 – HID Global®, a worldwide leader in secure identity solutions, recently showcased the breadth and depth of its healthcare secure access solution portfolio at this year’s HIMSS in New Orleans. Protecting healthcare organisations and patients against unauthorised access to sensitive data, HID Global’s secure access solutions are designed to hav...

Avigilon’s newest location houses employees in sales, business development and customer support Avigilon, a leader in high definition (HD) and megapixel video surveillance solutions, recently announced that the company opened its U.S. headquarters in Texas to better serve American partners and customers. Named “America’s Top State for Business 2012”, Avigilon’s new office will be located in Dallas, Texas. Ranked the fastest growing software compa...

ESX’s keynote luncheon, sponsored by Security America RRG, will take place at 11:45 a.m. on Wednesday June 19, 2013 The Electronic Security Expo (ESX) announced its welcome of Roy Spence, co-founder and chairman of GSD&M — a leading Austin-based marketing and advertising agency — as its 2013 keynote speaker. Its keynote luncheon, sponsored by Security America RRG, will take place at 11:45 a.m. on Wednesday, June 19 at Nashville’s brand new Music Cit...