Cables & cable assemblies News

Windy City Wire’s RackPack Field system allows integrators to transport and install cables in less time with fewer technicians PSA Security Network is excited to announce a new vendor partnership with Windy City Wire, a leader in low-voltage wire innovations since 1994. Windy City Wire’s patented RackPack® Field Systems Solution provides value beyond the wire! This system allows integrators to transport and install more cable in less time with fewer technicians...

COP has taken great efforts to expand and deliver its attractive mix of product functionality Professional ‘trade only’ CCTV security products distributor, COP Security, has announced significant growth on sales over the last 12 months. The distributor’s sales success has been attributed to a combination of solid growth in its UK customer base and the company’s ability to supply the right package of product at competitive prices. Underlining this philo...

Axis Communications, the world leader in network video, recently announces AXIS T8646 PoE+ over Coax Blade for multi-channel migration to IP. It enables the re-using of existing coax cabling when migrating to IP cameras. There are several ways to migrate from analogue to digital surveillance systems. Making use of current infrastructure is an important consideration especially in large scale installations when re-cabling is not only costly but can also be very disruptive to everyday business. F...

UTC Climate, Controls & Security, a unit of United Technologies Corp., has extended its range of media converters and accessories allowing more rapid deployment of cameras and giving security installers a comprehensive equipment choice for all IP video and security projects. The range of new media converters includes the MC350-4T-2S & MC352-4P-2S models which are ideal for drop and insert ‘daisy chain’ type solutions. These 4-port Gigabit Ethernet to Dual SFP unmanaged indu...

Barix will demonstrate how end users and integrators can quickly launch and use the complete solution at ISC West Barix will show ISC West attendees “Simple Paging,” its ground-breaking new out-of-the-box solution for marrying fixed and mobile paging over the IP network. Simple Paging reproduces live announcements from a desk or on the move with absolute clarity, giving security professionals an intelligible and flexible emergency response tool in their pockets cou...

IHS forecasts that market growth will exceed the rate for the wider market for video surveillance equipment A new report from IHS report reveals that over 2 million kilometres of new cabling was used in video surveillance solutions in 2013 Staggeringly, laid end-to-end this is enough cable to wrap around the world 50 times over. A total of $540 million was spent on video surveillance cabling and infrastructure in 2013. Video surveillance applications therefore account...

Founded in 1877, Banco de Costa Rica (BCR) is the second-largest state-owned bank in Costa Rica. Today, BCR provides a broad range of financial services, including retail banking.Looking to protect its staff, buildings and financial assets, BCR has set upon a major project that will see its 4,500 employees, in 278 offices across Costa Rica, protected by an integrated hybrid CCTV and alarm system. The fundamental characteristic of the project is its implementation over unshielded twisted-pai...

Wide application for stainless steel and nitrogen AXIS Q6045-S is a high-speed surveillance camera in a pressurised, marine-grade stainless steel casing. The robust camera is designed for round-the-clock pan/tilt/zoom operation, providing HDTV 1080p and 20x optical zoom with autofocus for 360° coverage of wide areas and great detail when zooming in. The highly durable, outdoor-ready camera is ideal for many applications that can take advantage of the benefits of stainless steel and pressuri...

MOBOTIX currently has around 150 active partners in the UK MOBOTIX AG, a leading manufacturer of digital high-resolution, network-based video security systems has signed a new UK distribution agreement with NBM Distribution Limited, a specialist supplier of data network cabling architecture solutions and security products which came into effect on December the 1st. Established in 1988, NBM Distribution services the growing demands of the computer networking market. Based from...

comCables, a Denver-based manufacturer of structured cabling solutions, recently released its new Category 6A cabling product line including: Bulk Cable, Patch Cables, Keystone Jacks, Patch Panels and a Rapid Punch Tool (RPT). This Cat 6A solution is feature rich and made with the highest quality material for great performance and reduced labour time. Beyond the obvious benefits of developing the Cat 6A solution, which will reduce alien and near end cross talk, this product line meets and excee...

Samsung Techwin’s SRD-1670DC records in real time high quality 4CIF images across all of its 16 channels Samsung Techwin DVRs are at the heart of new CCTV systems installed by Link CCTV Systems at eight University of London Halls of Residence buildings. The University of London is one of the oldest, largest and most diverse universities in the UK. Established by Royal Charter in 1836, the University is recognised globally as a world leader in Higher Education. It consis...

Moxa has played a leading role in solar data logging for more than a decade Moxa announced recently it will be showcasing its solar dataloggers with a live cloud-based panel monitoring demonstration at the Solar Power International Conference & Exhibition, taking place October 21-24, 2013 at McCormick Place in Chicago. Solar PV and inverter manufacturers, system integrators, distributors or anyone who would like to learn more about the latest solar applications are invited...

Network Video Technologies (NVT), the award-winning manufacturer of high-performance analogue and digital video transmission products, has released a new IP design tool. So now, surveillance system specifiers and designers can go straight to the top of the class - with NVT’s new IP Wire Distance Calculator. By simply entering the required camera power, cable/transmission length and type, along with camera data rate, the NVT calculator does the rest – displaying the maximum recommen...

STANLEY Security, a leading provider of access control and integrated security solutions, announces the release of the new Quick Connect option. Available on a variety of STANLEY Security electromechanical products, the Quick Connect option is a system of preconfigured termination points, providing a comprehensive, secure connection throughout the wire run.  The Quick Connect system’s preconfigured termination points eliminate confusion during installation and secure termination prov...

comCables is pleased to release its new Cat 5e2 Plenum Cable. From the design of the “Easy-Feed” box down to the engineering of the twisted pairs, the 100 MHz plenum cable is installer-friendly and its performance exceeds its 100 MHz rating. The rigid, thin design prevents bending and twisting, making for an easy installation. The new outer jacket design is durable and tough yet easy to remove when needed, and there's no rip cord to delay installation time. Made in the USA of Solid...

Megapixel solutions are a key trend in video surveillance. However, high I/O, huge capacity, and stability of the overall solution tend to be challenges for SIs.Surveon's NVR2000 series is the only NVR on the market that has a built-in H/W RAID controller. The simple and reliable megapixel solutions made possible by its excellent performance, 50TB capacity and lineup of enterprise megapixel cameras allowed Sunshine Information Co. to handle the Kainan University project quickly and make it a suc...

The afi Net I/O N111 and N664 products are ideal for transmitting, real world alarm contacts and auxiliary outputs American Fibertek Inc. (afi) has posted three new product videos from their Net I/O Ethernet Network Communication series to the YouTube social media site, available here or afi's home page. The videos include the Net I/O N-TAH, Net I/O N111 and Net I/O N664 products and feature detailed and informative material in an easy to follow style. “Our new YouTube v...

Situated 20 miles (32 kilometres) south of Amman, (the capital city of Jordan), Queen Alia International Airport is the home of Royal Jordanian Airlines, Jordan's national flag carrying airline. It also acts as a major hub for Jazeera Airways, Emirates, Gulf Air and Jordan Aviation. Consisting of two passenger terminals, the airport was built in 1983 and welcomes as many as five million passengers each year, with plans for a capacity expansion to ten million in the future. Billed as Jordan's "ga...

The appointment of the roles will allow Mayflex to continue to grow its number of business partners Mayflex, the cabling infrastructure, networking and electronic security solutions distributor, has expanded its networking division with the recruitment of two new senior roles including a Pre-Sales Consultant and a Business Development Manager. James Izzard takes up the role of Pre-Sales Consultant and will support both new and existing partners to Mayflex. James previously wo...

Bosch VIP X1600 multi-channel encoders convert the analogue camera signals into digital format PETCO Park is an open-air ballpark in downtown San Diego, California. It opened in 2004 as the home park of Major League Baseball's San Diego Padres. It combines the best sight lines in baseball with breath-taking views of San Diego. Architecturally magnificent, it celebrates the sea, the sky, the natural beauty, cultural diversity and unique spirit of the San Diego area. Innovative...

John Reid and Peter Collins join Mayflex with 20 years experience of the security industry Mayflex, the cabling infrastructure, networking and electronic security solutions distributor, has strengthened its security division with the appointment of two new field sales representatives. John Reid and Peter Collins join Mayflex with 20 years worth of experience of the security industry between them. John joins the sales team as account manager covering the South Wales, Mid Wales...

ISC West will see Altronix introduce its eBridgePlue Adapters, eFlow Power Supply/Chargers and FireSwitch  Extenders Altronix, the leading manufacturer of low voltage power supplies and transmission solutions for the electronic security industry, is showcasing several new products here at ISC West 2013. Introductions include eBridgePlus™ Ethernet over Coax/PoE Adapters that transmit IP video, data and power over coaxial cable enabling legacy infrastructure to suppor...

Matrox Graphics Inc. recently announced Matrox Avio F125, a fibre-optic KVM extender which separates dual HD video, keyboard, mouse, stereo analogue audio and USB 2.0 devices from a workstation. Avio F125 features flexible connectivity options. Its transmitter/receiver pair extends two single-link DVI (2x1920x1200) or one dual-link DVI (2560x1600 or 4096x2160) video, and multiple high-speed USB 2.0 compliant devices from the host computer by up to 400 m (1312 ft) over multimode cable and 4 km (2...

With a history spanning over 180 years, University College London (UCL), is one of the oldest and most well known seats of learning in the UK. Secured with a CCTV system comparable in size to most town centre installations, UCL's security management are now reaping the numerous cost and performance benefits of a NVT UTP Hybrid Video transmission solution, designed to cater for ever-expanding camera numbers. Today, UCL continues to be London's leading multidisciplinary university, with 8,000 sta...

IDEAL Industries Networks, the networking technology division of IDEAL INDUSTRIES, INC., announced recently that its SignalTEK II Qualifier has been named one of the Top 30 Technology Innovations of 2012 by Security Sales & Integration magazine. "IDEAL is proud to be recognised as an innovative company that is making a meaningful difference in the experience of video surveillance technicians as they fulfil their important missions," said Richard Jones, Director of Sales & Marketing-Netw...

PESA is introducing its new C58-DMS streaming media distribution system and Vidblox fibre / coax extenders PESA, a leading U.S.-based custom design and build manufacturing company for professional audio and video signal distribution, is showcasing its new C58-DMS streaming media distribution system, as well as its Vidblox fibre/coax extenders and PRO-QV4VP quad view video processor, at Government Video Expo 2012 (Booth 416), which runs this week at the Walter E. Washington Con...

The Scandic Hotel Group offers business and leisure travellers alike the finest accommodation in some of the world's greatest cities. Maintaining each guest's enjoyment of their stay, within the highest standards of accommodation is the four-star, hotel chain's priority. Allied to guest security and peace of mind, the management at the flagship 204-bedroomed Scandic Hotel, Antwerp, felt a comprehensive update to their CCTV surveillance system would prove beneficial. To fulfil their vision, Scan...

The past Looking back at the way DVRs came to dominate the CCTV sector, it is learnt a little from history; the first Digital Video Recorders on the market were PCs with capture cards and recording software. As demand increased manufacturers invested in developing ‘stand-alone’ appliances. These DVRs used hardware to digitise the video channels and store the data on hard drives without using a PC. As time went on the prices came down the functions improved and most importantly, end...

Surveon, the megapixel solutions provider, and Digifort, a leading developer of IP video management software, recently announced that Surveon megapixel cameras will be fully integrated with Digifort System to deliver cutting-edge solutions, guaranteeing high performance, reliability and scalability. Surveon offers a full line of megapixel cameras and enterprise iSCSI/SAS video storage subsystems designed for megapixel surveillance applications. Certified by Digifort, Surveon provides full-featu...

Arecont Vision, the industry leader in IP-based megapixel camera technology, announced the latest addition to their award-winning IP megapixel camera lineup – the new MegaBall series. Introduced at ASIS 2012, MegaBall comes in a spherically shaped all-in-one camera form factor, and provides a wide variety of configuration options to give security professionals the installation flexibility to meet the exacting needs of their customers. The MegaBall camera series comes with a dual encoder H...