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Fluke Networks has unveiled the MicroScanner PoE to speed the installation and troubleshooting of Power over Ethernet (PoE) devices including those supporting the new high power 802.3bt standard, which was ratified in September of 2018. The tester, which can verify and troubleshoot Ethernet cabling, displays a simple indication of the class of power available as reported by the switch in accordance with the Ethernet Alliance designations. This information indicates if sufficient power is availab...

One important feature for a copper extension product could be to maintain the network integrity. This ensures that the network speed (wire speed) of the link is maintained at either 100Mbps or 10Mbs and that the connection is fully symmetrical. By doing this it is possible to integrate units into an Ethernet network with complete confidence that the links in no way degrades the performance of the network as they operate at the chosen speed. It should also be added at this stage that the line sp...

Omnitron Systems, a provider of Power Over Ethernet (PoE) and fiber network products, introduced its new 100Watts RuggedNet Industrial GHPoEBT and OmniConverter Commercial GHPoEBT IEEE 802.3bt Switch product lines. The new compact Gigabit products include 60 and 100Watts per port and are ideal in applications requiring fiber or copper data connectivity to multiple remotely high-powered devices such as PTZ surveillance cameras, Wi-Fi access points and 5G devices. Multi-mode fiber ports The man...

Arecont Vision Costar (AVC), the industry pioneer in IP-based megapixel camera technology and video surveillance solutions, has named experienced sales provider Geoff Stoliker as regional sales manager for Northern California and the Pacific Northwest Region. “Geoff brings a wealth of security industry knowledge to Arecont Vision Costar, which will be appreciated by our growing customer base across the region, including his own extensive customer and partner contacts,” said Kyle Park...

Legrand | AV Residential Solutions announced its lineup for CEDIA Expo 2019, taking place September 12-14 at the Colorado Convention Center in Denver. In Booth 905, Chief, Da-Lite, Luxul, Middle Atlantic Products, Nuvo, On-Q, QMotion, SANUS, and Vantage will come together with smart home AV systems, networking, and infrastructure solutions designed to help integrators create amazing AV experiences for their clients. "At CEDIA Expo 2019, visitors to our booth will see how all of our brands come...

Around 30 IP video entry systems from Castel have been installed on the stunning new £330 million University of Northampton campus. The Waterside campus, developed on the site of a former power station bordering the town centre and River Nene, is designed for 21st century teaching and a low environmental impact. It has a full range of integrated learning environments and a 24/7 library and learning zone. The campus, which opened in autumn 2018 and can accommodate 14,000 students, has bee...

When a company the size of TE Connectivity, a global provider of connectors and sensors, works to change the future, the positive results can be felt around the world. TE details how it is working toward its purpose of building a safer, sustainable, connected and productive future through its products, partners and business practices in the 2018 Corporate Responsibility Report. "Our employees genuinely want to feel like they are leaving the world a better place for the next generation and helpi...

Arecont Vision Costar, a provider of network-based video surveillance solutions, announces the 1st anniversary of its launch as a business unit of Texas-based Costar Technologies, Inc. The new company has committed itself to the delivery of the surveillance industry’s best customer experience and to fully addressing ongoing customer needs and requirements. 3 pillars of business “It’s been an exciting first year for Arecont Vision Costar,” said Shane Compton, Chief Engin...

Ever innovating for better service, Dahua Technology, a video-centric smart IoT solution and service provider, has launched a new series of digital video recorders comprising XVR5104H-X-4P, XVR5108H-X-8P and XVR5216AN-X-16P, boasting stronger functions while saving a significant portion of wiring and power cost, thanks to the Dahua HDCVI-PoC technology that releases transmitting video/audio/power/data over one single coaxial cable, benefiting Dahua customers and end users with true plug & pl...

Advanced video projects delivered by SECOM, Johnson Controls and ISD Tech have been recognised at IFSEC with a special award event on the IDIS stand. Over the last 12 months, large-scale implementations and high definition IP system upgrades, harnessing the latest IDIS technology, have given enhanced video capability at NHS facilities, fashion chains, coffee shops, variety stores, and market leaders in the eating-out sector. Each year, IDIS invites VIP guests to recognise outstanding achieveme...

Berk-Tek, a Nexans Company and manufacturer of network infrastructure solutions, announced Will Jensen as President of Berk-Tek and Vice President and General Manager of Nexans LAN Division North America, effective June 17. He will report to Steven Vermeulen, Nexans Executive Vice President, Telecom and Data Business Group. Jensen succeeds Paul Trunk, who is retiring after 22 years of service with Berk-Tek. In his new role, Jensen will be responsible for all Sales & Marketing, Operations, R...

VuWall, the provider of video wall and AV network management, and TBC Consoles — a world-class technical furniture designer, manufacturer, and installer— announced a partnership to provide customers with an affordable and efficient control room kit that addresses the specific requirements of small to midsize control rooms — and fully complements VuWall solutions. Engineered to simplify the design, quoting and purchasing, and installation process for small and medium size contr...

AV collaboration and control pioneer Atlona, in partnership with new owners Panduit, will accentuate the importance of quality network infrastructure and connectivity in the AV over IP ecosystem at InfoComm 2019. Panduit, which acquired Atlona in January, will demonstrate its latest enterprise-level equipment racks, cabinets and connectivity solutions for AV environments in Atlona’s booth (3012), with a focus on helping integrators and end users streamline the installation and management...

The new IP network Wisenet X Plus dome cameras from Hanwha Techwin have been designed to significantly reduce the time normally needed for installation, set-up and maintenance adjustments. With a four-part magnetic modular design which simplifies the installation process, Wisenet X Plus dome cameras are equipped with a number of other practical features which help minimise the time installers have to spend on site. These include: Magnets which lock sensor modules into the dome housing Prefi...

Fermax is delighted to have been able to offer an ideal, cost effective solution to allow installation partners to complete a successful upgrade of a large apartment complex in Nottingham. Working with its approved partner FSE Security systems and involving over 90 apartments at Marina Park Nottingham, the challenge was to upgrade an old third-party audio only system to a modern audio-video system with the minimum of disturbance to residents and without incurring excessive high cost. By using...

Altronix, globally renowned power and data transmission solutions provider for the professional security industry, is showcasing its new additions to the Trove Access and Power Integration Series here at ISC West 2019 (booth #11073). These new Trove models meet the industry’s growing demand for rack-mounted configurations that save space, which is highly desirable for use in data centers and MDF/IDF locations where real estate is at a premium. Trove rackmount access controllers Trove eas...

Larson Electronics, a Texas-based company with over 40 years of experience in spearheading the industrial lighting and equipment sectors, has announced the release of an explosion proof 1080p analog submersible camera for underwater monitoring in freshwater environments. This unit can be submerged up to 50 feet and is available in a fixed lens configuration and has a 3.6mm 90-degree lens for wide-area viewing. Explosion-proof analogue cameras  The EXPCMR-SWP.FW-ALG-1080P-IC-1227-12.7-100C...

With its new allPIXA evo cameras, Chromasens has re-set the bar for high-speed line-scan image processing. The cameras are the industry's first to feature a GigE Vision 2.0 compliant, single/dual 10 GigE Over Fibre interface combined with a quad linear CMOS colour sensor. While fibre is relatively new to machine vision, it has been relied upon by the IT and telecommunications industries for decades. Not only does fibre offer advances in robustness, flexibility, convenience and affordability, it...

Panduit Corp., a global provider of innovative electrical and network infrastructure solutions, announced it has acquired global AV manufacturer Atlona. Atlona designs and develops innovative, award-winning products for a diverse range of commercial and residential AV and IT markets worldwide, including education, business, government, entertainment, and healthcare. AV system solutions Atlona’s product categories include networked AV, signal distribution, wireless collaboration, and AV s...

A video surveillance system installed by Daemon Fire & Security, based on an AMG Systems-supplied Ethernet switch network, is helping to protect the UK’s first new inland rail freight hub for over a decade: iPort Rail. The iPort project near Doncaster, South Yorkshire, offers 6 million square feet of space across 337 acres. The massive park is already home to enormous distribution facilities for companies like Amazon, CEVA, Fellowes and Lidl, and its occupancy is set to expand in the...

With innovative flair, characteristic Italian design and the quality of its products, Replay has become a leader in jeans and denim-based clothing manufacturers. It recently initiated a security and access control upgrade programme throughout its premises and decided to install solutions from PACOM, a STANLEY Products and Solutions company. Since 1996 Replay has been headquartered in the Italian hilltop town of Asolo in a 25,000m2 reproduction of an early 20th century American industrial buildi...

Security 101, a national security systems integrator, announced 13 winning non-profit organisations in the 7th Annual Gift of Security. More than 32,825 online voters selected the winners, each of which will receive $10,000 worth of integrated security services and equipment from 13 participating Security 101 offices and product partners, Axis Communications and WESCO. Each office enlisted local public officials and civic leaders to nominate three non-profit organisations that were submitted to...

Altronix, a globally recognised power and transmission solutions provider for the professional security industry, introduces the latest additions to its popular series of Trove Access and Power Integration Solutions at GSX 2018 (booth #1950). Trove1M1WP outdoor enclosure The new Trove1M1WP outdoor enclosure with backplane allows for easy integration with Altronix power and Mercury/Lenel access controllers. The new Trove Rackmount Series accommodates access controllers from leading manufacturer...

Altronix, the provider of power and transmission solutions for the professional security industry, is showcasing the new eBridge1600F 16-port EoC receiver with integral PoE switch here at GSX 2018 (booth #1950). The new and innovative eBridge1600F power and transmission solution further bridges the infrastructure gap by integrating coax, Ethernet and fibre along with PoE eliminating the cost and labour associated with installing new network cabling. “Altronix continues to design and deliv...

March Networks, a global provider of intelligent video solutions, is pleased to introduce its new CA2 Series HD analogue cameras. A complement to the company’s 8724 V Tribrid NVR and HD analogue offering, the cameras enable organisations to capture sharp 1080p video over existing coaxial cable without the cost and disruption typically required to upgrade to Cat5/6. They also come with multiple mounts, including an innovative drop ceiling mount that cuts installation times by 50% or more....

DITEK announces the debut of the DTK-MRJEXTS surge protector, designed to be installed on the outputs of PoE Extender devices. The DTK-MRJEXTS is a point-of-use surge protector compatible with CAT5e, CAT6 and CAT6A cabling infrastructure, and when used with STP cabling, the DTK-MRJEXTS does not require a separate earth ground, allowing for simpler installation. “The advanced circuitry in the DTK-MRJEXTS provides protection for PoE extender circuits,” said Jason Klein, National Sales...

IDIS, the largest south Korean surveillance manufacturer, announced that it has signed a strategic alliance with Al Sulaiman Security Systems and Services (A4S). The Qatari based company is a well-established Extra Low Voltage (ELV) provider as well as offering total security solutions. A4S prides itself on its technical expertise, a motivated sales team, and highly qualified management personnel, with the company rolling out many high-profile projects across Qatar and beyond. Offering IDIS Tot...

DITEK’s Outdoor Surge Protector for Ethernet Cabling provides a highly effective and cost-efficient solution to protect surveillance and security devices and systems. Featured this week at ASIS 2017 (booth #701), the hardened unit model DTK-MRJPOEX features a NEMA 4X rated enclosure with weatherproof connectors for installation in harsh or outdoor environments. “When an organisation experiences a multi-million-dollar loss after a lighting strike because they didn’t have the pr...

“Make the most of your existing analogue infrastructure and utilise Ethernet over coaxial cable technology for an easy move to a modern IP-based video surveillance system.” That’s the message from AMG Systems, the UK manufacturer and global leader in the field of video transmission. AMG Sales and Technical Support Manager Ian Creary says that while it’s generally acknowledged that the rise of IP technology pushed the video surveillance industry forward, in features, resp...

F.C. United of Manchester is a semi-professional football club based in Boston, Manchester, founded in 2005 by Manchester United supporters opposed to American businessman Malcolm Glazer’s takeover of the Old Trafford Club. After sharing multiple stadia across Greater Manchester between 2005 and 2015, F.C. United opened their own ground, Broadhurst Park in May 2015. During construction of the new stadium a combination of an analogue CCTV system was installed and supported by onsite manne...