Security product news & launch announcements

Morse Watchmans is known for its outside the box thinking and nowhere is this more evident than with the company’s recently introduced KeyWatcher Touch key control and asset management system. Designed to fulfill the collaborative needs of enterprise-level key control, the advanced key control cabinet goes beyond to offer usability, scalability and integration conveniences that are unique in the marketplace. “KeyWatcher Touch is helping to define key control management for enterpris...

The compact SRD-442 is a four channel DVR with a built-in 4.3” touch-screen LCD monitor for convenient viewing of live or recorded video. The latest addition to the Samsung SRD series of DVRs, the SRD-442, is designed to provide an economic and space saving recording solution for retail, office and residential type environments. The compact SRD-442 is a four channel DVR with a built-in 4.3” touch-screen LCD monitor for convenient viewing of live or recorded video. It can record at...

The most successful family of powered mixers on the global pro audio scene has a new member. In the PowerMate 600-3, DYNACORD presents an enormously powerful, flexible and lavishly equipped system. The PowerMate 600-3 is suitable – thanks to its no-compromise approach – for all professional applications in which few channels yet very high amplifier output are required. Like that of the other models of the third PowerMate generation launched prior to the end of 2010, the concept of t...

TKH Security Solutions recently announced the release of its integrated Ethernet over Coax (EoC) solution, the Siqura ECO Plug. This device equips Siqura IP cameras and codecs with an interface option that inserts directly into the camera and streams IP video over any coax infrastructure. TKH Security Solutions is the only manufacturer in the industry to offer an integrated adaptor for Ethernet over coax, thereby providing a unique feature that reuses legacy coax infrastructures while facilitati...

As thermal imaging cameras are becoming increasingly popular for security and surveillance applications, more and more security professionals are integrating thermal imaging cameras into their new or existing security networks. Many security professionals are having the need to detect man-sized targets at several kilometers away in order to protect their perimeter. Early detection gives them more time to react; day and night. For medium and long range security applications FLIR systems now intr...

Videx Security's Portal Plus is a networkable access control system with Windows based programming and management software. It can support up to 15000 users and an unlimited number of entrances. Portal Plus allows great flexibility in the design and installation of an access control system, with its modular design and a wide range of robust readers with the latest additions including an external (IP65 rated) finger print reader, a desk mount USB proximity fob/card enrollment reader, compact IP65...

Even the coldest, most remote and inhospitable regions need reliable surveillance coverage. IndigoVision's latest camera, the Arctic PTZ, will cope with the most challenging environments users can find for it, able to operate in temperatures as low as -50oC / -122oF. The new Arctic PTZ provides users with a robust and reliable solution for monitoring outdoor locations in extreme conditions, without having to compromise on the unique IndigoVision features that they are familiar with. It has been...

Mayflex, the distributor of converged IP solutions, announces the launch of its brand new Electronic Security Product Guide. This new release is packed with innovative solutions to suit a vast range of applications for network based IP security. It is presented in an easy to use format with eight sections each listing feature packed products from the company’s best of breed vendor partners. More than just IP security, the 2012 guide also features a selection of complementary networking a...

Opgal Optronic Industries announced that it had entered into a strategic partnership with Ngaro Intelligent Solutions. This agreement, which is a key component in Opgal’s European expansion, creates a new breed of security cameras providing unparalleled performance. The result is notable reduced cost and complexity for both perimeter and site security and surveillance. Perfecting its image processing capabilities for 30 years, Opgal’s innovative thermal imaging solutions are recogni...

Dycon's already comprehensive D1500 Series of highly energy-efficient, sophisticated switch mode power supplies now offers the D1565 which allows the user to choose the voltage best suited to the application (12V to 15V DC). During mains supply failure when the power supply is running on standby batteries, the constant voltage function ensures that the D1565 will deliver a fixed voltage as determined by the user, irrespective of the terminal voltage of the batteries. The D1565 offers the same h...

Opgal Optronic Industries, a leading global provider of innovative thermal imaging and near infrared illumination solutions for security and safety applications, has added long-range fire detection and fire risk assessment capabilities to certain models of its EyeSec line of high-performance, uncooled thermal cameras. With this integrated option, Opgal is the only camera manufacturer that delivers an application-specific embedded fire detection video algorithm that can sense a fire and provide a...

Time&Space is a comprehensive and flexible solution for Access Control and Workforce Management, providing a   multitude of scalable solutions. The software and hardware is fully modular and has been designed to work together seamlessly. Spica's access control hardware is designed to offer the greatest flexibility of installation and configuration; all with as few design variants as possible. Controllers are capable of integrating with a wide variety of branded and unbranded identifica...

Dycon, a leading British developer and manufacturer of advanced, switched mode power supply units, has added an exciting new range of PoE power supplies suitable for a whole variety of applications. The D1800 Series provides a simple way of powering a wide range of network peripherals, without the need for individual localised power supply units. These peripherals include: IP network-based cameras (fixed or PTZ) IP phones Access control systems POS terminals Any other IP devices that req...

UPS Systems has extended its product portfolio with the launch of a new range of high performance static inverters, aimed at the security industry. The inverters ensure central power supplies used to provide a source of independent power for security equipment, such as emergency lighting and other essential safety equipment, are maintained and that life safety systems operate effectively. The PowerPro EL range of inverters has been designed to meet stringent new European emergency lighting legi...

A new version of the Samsung iPOLiS MOBILE app for use on iPhone and Android smartphones has been launched. The app provides improved access to Samsung cameras and DVRs, as well as enhanced live and playback options.  Version 2.0 of the free app can be downloaded from iTunes and the Android market. It allows users to remotely control the pan, tilt and zoom functions of the latest Samsung network cameras via an easy-to-use interface and is also compatible with the Samsung SRD series DVRs.&n...

Texecom’s new range of commercial grade Premier Elite security control panels is not only compliant with the new PD6662:2010 and BS8243 regulations, but also brings major upgrades to the system specifically to benefit customers. Superseding the existing Premier 24, 48, 88 and 168 panels, the new Premier Elite range offers increased processing power to enhance functionality and enable faster implementation of new features for customers. Moreover, the new range of control panels have built...

A new version of the Samsung iPOLiS MOBILE app for use on iPhone and Android smartphones has been launched. The app provides improved access to Samsung cameras and DVRs, as well as enhanced live and playback options. Version 2.0 of the free app can be downloaded from iTunes and the Android market. It allows users to remotely control the pan, tilt and zoom functions of the latest Samsung network cameras via an easy-to-use interface and is also compatible with the Samsung SRD series DVRs. Set-up...

Surveon, the complete megapixel solutions provider, recently announced a new generation of HD cameras. Powered by the individual advanced ISP, the new HD cameras provide enhanced image functionality, including 3D Noise Reduction, Edge Enhancement, High Light Compensation, D-WDR, Defog, and Low Shuttle Speed Control. The series comes with different models, from the standard box CAM2311, the vandal-proof dome CAM4361, to the IP66 bullet CAM3361.  All of them follow Surveon’s high qualit...

Optex, the leading detector manufacturer, has added to its range of reliable perimeter detection technologies with the launch of the Fiber SenSys FD322 – an affordable, high performance fibre optic fence detector system for challenging outdoor environments. Ideally suited to large industrial, retail and commercial premises where reliability is key, the advanced fibre-optic sensing is unaffected by harsh external conditions including UV radiation, moisture, salt, or even lightning strikes....

TeleEye, a pioneer in the field of advanced video surveillance, is pleased to announce the new members of MX700 Series in the MX HD camera product range. MX700 Series is a range of 25fps real-time HD video camera. The MX cameras have excellent sensitivity in low light condition. The camera can even capture HD images in 0.0 Lux minimum illumination level. The camera is suitable to be deployed in a great variety of applications. World's first multi-stream Coder for HD Video MX Series HD Video Ca...

As thermal imaging cameras are becoming increasingly popular for security and surveillance applications, more and more security professionals are integrating thermal imaging cameras into their new or existing security networks. Many security professionals are having the need to detect man-sized targets at several kilometers away in order to protect their perimeter. Early detection gives them more time to react; day and night. For medium and long range security applications FLIR Systems now intr...

While ACTi is going forward with the development of multi-megapixel cameras carrying market leading technologies, another important product line has been released at the same time to satisfy the needs of a large market segment – the budget sensitive projects that have high demand for perfect video evidence, but at the same time expect to have all the other less important features of the camera removed in order to optimise the cost of the project. The newly released simplified TCM-series 1...

Idesco's innovative, user-friendly and versatile EPC product family for vehicle identification, logistics, industrial settings and access control just became a little larger. Welcome to the new Idesco EPC IA, a UHF product supporting an additional antenna and anti-collision to enable simultaneous detection and querying of multiple tags. With an additional antenna, the Idesco EPC IA has an enlarged reading area, making it a much more powerful and versatile reader. For example, the Idesco EPC IA...

Due to increasing requests, Idesco’s Access 8 CD reader family has been upgraded with RS-485 interface configurability, enabling bi-directional data transfer, as well as compliance with the Open Supervised Device (or OSDP) communication protocol. Idesco’s OSDP-compliant readers are the Access 8 CD Slim Slim Pin, Quattro, and Quattro Pin. As before, the Access 8 CD Slim and Quattro remain optionally configurable with connectors. The central feature of OSDP has been its establishment...

Delta Scientific, the leading manufacturer of counter-terrorist vehicle control systems used in the United States and internationally, recently announced that federal buildings, corporate headquarters, courthouses, military bases, facilities and other complexes, from airports to seaports, that need to protect people and property are all proponents and users of Delta pneumatic bollards. Considering power requirements as well as installation, operating and maintenance costs, Delta’s pneumati...

ImmerVision, the inventor of the 360-degree panomorph lens and worldwide expert in immersive optical technology, has developed the world’s smallest manufactured ImmerVision Enables panomorph lens with 182 by 360 degree field-of-view. This one-of-a-kind megapixel lens designed for consumer electronic applications, measures less than 6mm and can be manufactured by leading lens providers worldwide, offering customers a panoramic view of any environment in the palm of their hand. “This...

ULIS, a manufacturer of high-quality infrared (IR) imaging sensors for thermography, security & surveillance, automotive and military applications, announces launched Pico384E(TM), a new 17-micron pixel size thermal sensor with I2C, the standard Inter-Integrated Circuit link used in many of today’s electronic devices. I2C makes IR sensors compatible with the large-scale production processes used in visible cameras.   By adopting design techniques widely used in consumer electronic...

Honeywell recently announced the addition of six IP cameras to its existing equIP IP product series. The new true day/night cameras are split into two ranges - 1080p and 720p wide dynamic – with each range incorporating three different models; an indoor only mini dome, a vandal resistant mini dome and a box camera. A core benefit of the new IP cameras is progressive scan video which enables improved detail on moving objects such as faces and car number plates. Furthermore, dual streaming...

Honeywell recently released several enhancements to its widely used WIN-PAK integrated security platform that gives users greater ability to integrate digital video into their security systems, as well as work with a wider range of access control panels. WIN-PAK now seamlessly supports Honeywell’s NetAXS-123, NetAXS-4 and NS2 access control panels to provide full compatibility for legacy and new systems. In addition to WIN-PAK supporting the Honeywell Fusion, HRDP and Rapid Eye hybrid digi...

Grundig, the German electronics manufacturer, continues to enhance and expand its IP camera range. The complete range now includes domes, vandal-resistant domes, box, bullet and PTZ dome cameras, all with 2 Megapixel, WDR chipsets delivering exceptional image quality. The new, panoramic, fisheye dome comes with an outstanding, 5MP CMOS sensor. Each IP camera has 5 privacy zones with digital noise reduction (DNR) and up to 4  video streams – including 1080p and 720p at 25fps and a BNC...