Surveillance & Security News for September 2016

The unpredictable nature of global events today makes safety a top priority for employees on-the-go International SOS and Everbridge have announced additional details of their strategic partnership, as well as combined participation at ASIS International 62nd Annual Seminar (ASIS 2016), one of the leading industry events for security professionals taking place September 12th – 15th in Orlando, Florida. Enhanced notification capabilities As prev...

Camera apps provide flexibility that is unheard-of with traditional server-based processing and analytics solutions The ability to customise IP video surveillance cameras with third-party apps has been a game-changer in system design and implementation. Traditional analytics require streaming all video to a server or external processor for deep interpretation to detect a license plate, face, or other criteria in each video frame. Apps perform image processing within the camera...

Features include registering, identity proofing, screening, credentialing, authenticating, reporting and notification management SureID has announced the launch of SureID Certified Enterprise, a high-assurance identity that provides configurable identity assurance for organisations of all sizes across government and private enterprise. With the ability to integrate into an organization’s existing systems, SureID offers identity solutions to enhance an organization’...

Video analytics adds sense and structure to data, and enable easy extract of relevant information The statistics are alarming: while the amount of information collected by networked devices such as security cameras is at an all-time high, over 90% of collected data is never analysed or acted upon. In response, Bosch provides video analytics at the edge in many of their cameras as a standard feature, with no additional investments or licence fees required.  Two types of a...

Agent Vi expects to use the invested funds to expand its engineering, sales and management teams Kuang-Chi Science Limited, a member of the Kuang-Chi Group, has agreed to become a strategic investor in Agent Video Intelligence (Agent Vi), an Israeli video analytics company. Global Community of Innovation The investment, part of Kuang-Chi’s $300 million Global Community of Innovation (GCI) fund launched earlier this year, will expand the company’s portfolio of tec...

There will be a series of specialist interactive breakout sessions on dual use technology, the Space Applications Centre and cyber security Companies in the Defence, Security, Space and Aerospace industries will have a unique opportunity to learn how innovation is shaping future customer needs and growth opportunities, from some of the UK’s leading experts in their sectors at an event next month. The NDI Annual Conference ‘Growth through Innovation’ is being...

The new L2+ managed Ethernet switches provide easier manageability, robust security and embedded Surveillance Device Management (SDM) system OT Systems introduces new L2+ managed Ethernet switch series which provides IP network surveillance devices management functions. The new L2+ managed Ethernet switches provide easier manageability, robust security and embedded Surveillance Device Management (SDM) system to allow users to automatically manage, monitor and deploy the survei...

IPS/DPS market is expected to exhibit a remarkable growth during the forecast period A new report published by Allied Market Research titled, "Managed Security Services Market - Global Opportunity Analysis and Industry Forecast, 2014 - 2022", states that the global managed security services market is likely to reach revenue of $40.97 billion by 2022, growing at a CAGR of 16.6% from 2016 to 2022. North America is expected be the largest market for managed security services dur...

The AS6204RS and AS6204RD come built-in with the ADM operating system, which features a simplified graphical user interface that feels intuitive for any first-time user ASUSTOR launches new AS6204RS/AS6204RD rackmount NAS models powered by Intel Braswell quad-core processors and 4 GB SO-DIMM DDR3L memories. These models are equipped with stable performance and a rich variety of functionality such as comprehensive backup and storage services, seamless integration with virtual e...

The Authentic Mercury model allows its customers to choose from industry-leading access control software providers, at time of product selection and also as their needs evolve Mercury Security, a global leader in OEM access control hardware, today announced its new MS Bridge series of Authentic Mercury hardware for “screwdriverless” upgrades from legacy Software House iSTAR Pro systems to open, interoperable access control. The MS Bridge includes multi-device inter...

By industry vertical, military and defence dominated the situation awareness system market in 2015 A new report published by Allied Market Research titled, "Situation Awareness System (SAS) Market - Global Opportunity Analysis and Industry Forecast, 2015 - 2022", states the situation awareness systems (SAS) market is projected to garner $32.6 billion by 2022, registering a CAGR of 8.2% during the forecast period of 2016 - 2022. North America dominates the global SAS market, ow...

Altronix displayed a range of power and transmission products as well as integrated solutions Altronix, the provider of power and transmission solutions for the professional security industry has displayed its new managed PoE+ indoor and outdoor hardened switches at ASIS 2016. The new feature-packed NetWay4EWP features a 1GB SFP (fibre) port, 115/230VAC input, four PoE+ ports at 30W full power per port, and integral battery charging in a NEMA 4X IP66-rated enclosure. NetWay4EW...

NETAVIS Software offers server-based IP video surveillance and integrated video analytics VIVOTEK, a global IP surveillance provider, today announced a technological partnership with NETAVIS Software, a pioneer in server-based IP video surveillance and integrated video analytics. This partnership empowers retail owners and operators to experience the high accuracy of VIVOTEK’s 3D people counting solution combined with NETAVIS Video Platform for Security and Business. NE...

The ASIS show has not traditionally been a big forum for new product introductions -- those happen mostly at ISC West in the spring. Even so, there is plenty of technology to see at this year's show, and many exhibitors now say the products they were talking about last spring are now ready to ship. On Day Two of the show, it seems a lot of the attendees are ready, too. Video camera technology The technologies of video cameras march on, and Hanwha Techwin America has embraced the new H.265 cod...

The amount of data generated by today’s video systems – whether resulting from increasing camera counts and/or higher resolutions such as 4K – is presenting new challenges when it comes to storing the data and making it instantly accessible to end users. The surge in data is opening the way in our market for new, more sophisticated IT systems to manage and store the data. In fact, the sheer volume of video data and increasing application demands make some legacy approaches obso...

Kantech has always ensured streamlined user experience and intuitive installations for its installers Tyco Security Products is proud to announce that the Kantech access control product line is celebrating its 30th year, marking a history of innovation, integrity, and usability, to make it one of the most well-known and respected access control brands in the market currently. From its first KT-100 and KT-200 door controllers to its integrated INTEVO, its complete security solu...

Biometric identification technology uses physiological characteristics for identity authentication and verification GET Group North America, a provider of high-assurance security solutions that enhance Identity, Credential, and Access Management (ICAM) operations, announced that it has entered into an exclusive reseller agreement with Speed Identity, a provider of solutions for biometric security, to offer biometric live capture solutions to the North American market.Biometric...

Siemens and Ruf Telematik are installing about 1,700 SNC-XM637 IP network cameras from Sony in Riyadh’s brand-new metro project No fewer than 1,700 SNC-XM637 IP network cameras from Sony are being installed in Riyadh’s brand-new metro by Siemens and system integrator Ruf Telematik. Especially designed for transport applications, the compact mini-dome camera copes effortlessly with rapidly-changing lighting conditions underground. Video surveillance solutions for p...

Symmetry has been successfully installed in Faraday's headquarters, office, and R&D complex AMAG Technology, the security solution provider specialising in access control, intrusion detection, video management, policy-based identity solutions and visitor management, announced that Faraday Future has selected AMAG’s Symmetry Enterprise Access Control System and Symmetry CompleteView Video Management System to secure its headquarter building in Gardena, California. AM...

Securitron EcoPower power supply is designed to work with low-power electrified access control devices Reaffirming a commitment to providing access control solutions that help customers achieve sustainability goals and reduce energy consumption, ASSA ABLOY will showcase a comprehensive array of high-performing, sustainable access control technologies at ASIS 2016. These technologies address sustainability on two levels—they are designed and manufactured in facilities ce...

The Elekta INOX meets the performance requirements of the Equality Act, designed to assist the visually impaired and wheelchair-users Urmet has introduced a brushed stainless steel version of its market-leading Elekta door entry panel with a flush profile fascia. The Elekta INOX was developed in collaboration with architects and has minimal visual impact, thus preserving the aesthetics of a building’s design. A visitor using the Elekta panel sees information displayed o...

The new Interlogix video solution uses H.265 standard to compress video data, offering the same or better video quality at a lower cost, compared to the previous standard Interlogix, a global leader in security and life-safety solutions, is introducing new powerful video offerings that take advantage of the advanced H.265 video compression standard, requiring less network bandwidth and hard drive space to transmit and store surveillance footage. Interlogix is part of UTC Clima...

PureTech Systems’ new calibration provides intelligent video on mobile platforms within minutes after deployment PureTech Systems has announced its latest software release focused on rapid deployment. The new capability provides advanced video detection and autonomous sensor control for mobile platforms or vehicles with a total setup time of just a few minutes. The result enables mobile surveillance platforms to be moved rapidly between observation positions, and once th...

Public Safety users in France can now purchase Airbus Defence and Space radio equipment with a single click, from UGAP Firefighters, hospital staff, municipal police and local government agencies and airport personnel in all French regions can now more easily purchase Professional Mobile Radio (PMR) devices and equipment from Airbus Defence and Space. The central and only public sector purchasing organisation in France, “UGAP” (Union des groupements d'achat publics...

The new DHF code reduces the risks associated with powered gates to as low as is reasonably practicable A new code of practice for the safe installation and maintenance of powered gates is rapidly establishing itself as the "bible" for gate installers across the UK. DHF TS 011:2016 - the DHF Code of Practice for the Design, Manufacture, Installation and Maintenance of Powered Gates and Traffic Barriers - has been developed by the DHF (Door & Hardware Federation). The DHF...

The multi-phase project included installing 54 links as part of the first phase Siklu, a provider of millimetre wave solutions, announced it was selected by the Port of Long Beach to provide the wireless connectivity solution for its video surveillance network and multi-gigabit wireless for its core network, as part of a multi-phase project.The project is being overseen by the Port of Long Beach Security Division, which was recently awarded a federal grant to fund security upg...

Matrix will demonstrate its range of security solutions with biometric access control & video surveillance solutions Matrix, a manufacturer of telecom and security solutions, is participating in IISE 2016, from 19th – 21st September 2016. Matrix, with a strong history of delivering cutting-edge products and innovative solutions, will showcase its well-engineered security solutions specifically designed for enterprises. Next-gen access control solutions Matrix will...

AccessXpert cloud-based security system uses BACnet communications protocol to drive new levels of building efficiency Schneider Electric, a provider of energy management and automation solutions, announced enhancements to its AccessXpert security management system at ASIS 2016. The new enhancements allow facility mangers to seamlessly integrate their security and building management systems for the first time via the BACnet communications protocol to drive information sharing...

RITE Touch provides elegant aesthetics with latest touch screen technology to harmonise style and security At ASIS 2016, ASSA ABLOY Group brand Adams Rite is showing the RITE Touch digital door lock with a new ADA compliant accessibility lever in the ASSA ABLOY booth #3601 at the Orlando Convention Center, September 12-15, 2016. The Adams Rite RITE Touch digital door lock provides keyless access control for all-glass openings, offering refined styling, convenient and flexible...

The exhibit marks the company’s first appearance with ADT since the announcement of their integration Protection 1, the premier full-service business and home security company in the U.S., announces “The Power to Do More for You” at the ASIS 2016 Conference in Orlando, Florida. The exhibit marks the company’s first appearance with ADT since the announcement of their integration in May 2016. Expanding footprint From September 12-14 at booth #3113, Prot...