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Samsung Techwin launched the first four of its cameras and domes to be equipped with "Winner" DSP chipsetSamsung Techwin has launched the first four of its 24-hour surveillance cameras and domes to be equipped with the latest generation "Winner" DSP chipset, the new ‘engine room' of the company's mid-range product offering.The W-5 chipset is designed to equip cameras with greater stability and articulated image processing to deliver ultra crisp and sharp colour images a...

CEMS in collaboration with Safety and Security Asia officially opened "Safety and Security Asia 2009"Conference and Exhibition Management Services (CEMS) in collaboration with Safety and Security Asia officially opened "Safety and Security Asia 2009" at Suntec Singapore International Convention and Exhibition Centre yesterday morning. The event which marked the 20th anniversary of Safety and Security Asia is joined by "Homeland Security Asia 2009" and "Fir...

  Edward Liu, Managing Director of CEMS gives his address at the Safety & Security Asia 2009Today marked a momentous occasion for Singapore's security industry with the formation of Singapore's very first security alliance. Spearheaded by five organizations, the Singapore Security Alliance (SSA) is a joint initiative formed to forge closer ties among the organizations to better promote the well-being of Singapore's security industry and its members. This alliance is anticipated to...

Van Maanen Transport BV installed 25 network cameras from Axis CommunicationsMission Van Maanen Transport BV is a transport company in Barneveld, The Netherlands. After building a new warehouse, Van Maanen decided to set up camera monitoring in and around the buildings. This way, the transport company could keep watch inside and out, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, and use the camera images as evidence in the event of incidents such as collisions and damage to trucks and other equipment...

Multi-layered security is becoming an ever-increasing focus for retail operations worldwide as they seek to combat crime which can have a significant impact on profitability.  A new shopping centre in Austria has demonstrated how an interoperable approach, combining video surveillance, access control and intrusion technologies, has been used to address loss prevention.  The centre, which features some 83 shops and restaurants over an area of almost 40,000 square metres, is operated by...

  Collaboration between Panasonic and Berk-Tek will further enable end-to-end solutionsPanasonic, the provider of industry-leading i-Pro network video products and edge devices, announces an agreement to cooperate with a leading company in the Internet Protocol (IP) infrastructure market to bridge the convergence gap and expedite development of enhanced end-to-end system solutions. Joining Panasonic in a technical, marketing, training and testing alliance is industry veteran Berk-Tek,...

  The 21CN test results focus on 21CN compatibility and network delay induced by the network changeThe British Security Industry Association has published the results of its members' testing on the BT 21st Century Network.The testing, which has taken place over 18 months, has been undertaken on a live 21CN network in order to understand how communications equipment is affected by the network. BT has been the only Communications provider that has fully engaged with the security industry...

  Ken Livingstone's new role will include focusing on the provision of security for the broadcasting industry Award-winning Octavian Security has announced the appointment of Ken Livingstone to the role of operations manager. In his new role, Ken will oversee the day-to-day operations of sections of the business, reporting directly to operations director, Jot Engelbrecht.He will also focus on the provision of security for the broadcasting industry, with clients including the BBC,...

Now artec's MULTIEYE® software and hardware products will be available from the MultiPix Imaging LTD.In August 2009, the value added distributor MultiPix Imaging LTD.,UK signed a partner agreement with artec technologies AG on cooperation in England (and Ireland). The mid-sized distributor based in Petersfield, Hampshire, sells Basler cameras for production surveillance since 2001 and has extended its product range to Basler IP cameras this year. From now on, the MULTIEYE®...

Denver International Airport (DIA) in Colorado has selected Genetec's Omnicast to secure their facilityGenetec announced recently that Denver International Airport (DIA) in Colorado has selected Omnicast, Genetec's advanced IP video surveillance solution, to secure their 53 square-mile (137 square-kilometre) facility. Ranked the 10th busiest airport in the world in 2008 for passenger traffic by Airport Council International, DIA was looking to upgrade their outdated analogue system to a new...

One of ONVIF's members, Merit Lilin, announced the release of the world's first ONVIF conformant productsOne of ONVIF's members, Merit Lilin, has announced the release of the world's first ONVIF conformant products, including both cameras and an encoder. According to an ONVIF representative, it is only a question of time until we see a wide range of ONVIF conformant products available. The forum now has more than 70 member companies and a recent analysis from IMS Research shows that these compan...

Canon holds 33rd position in Business Week's ranking of top 100 Best Global BrandsCanon, world-leader in imaging solutions, has moved up three places in Business Week's 100 Best Global Brands 2009, an annual ranking of the world's top 100 companies. The study was independently evaluated by Interbrand.The 100 Best Global Brands report identifies the top 100 brands that have managed to create and sustain strong worldwide performance in today's competitive market. To qualify, each brand must derive...

ASIS International is now accepting abstract submissions for its 2010 European Security ConferenceASIS International has announced that it is now accepting abstract submissions for its 2010 European Security Conference.The 9th ASIS International European Security Conference will take place on 18-21 April 2010 in Lisbon, Portugal. The conference will feature more than 33 high-level educational sessions that will provide valuable new insights and perspectives on security challenges faced regionall...

IndigoVision's complete IP Video technology is providing a fully integrated CCTV surveillance solution for the new Mövenpick Tower & Suites Hotel in Doha, Qatar. The 5-star, 350 room, 26-floor hotel is housed in a futuristic building located at the entrance to the prestigious West Bay Area, a booming trade district, only 15 minutes drive from Doha International Airport. The 116 camera system, which was installed by IndigoVision's local approved partner Capital Technology WLL, is seamle...

Axis Communications appoints Ian Littell as Key Account ManagerAxis Communications, the global leader in the network video market, continues to expand its UK and Ireland team with the appointment of Ian Littell as Key Account Manager.Littell will take responsibility for the south and south-west region and will work closely with system integrators and end users to specify network video surveillance systems. Ian is also dedicated to delivering ongoing support and training to new and exis...

ISC East organisers will present a special panel discussion on the "State of the Industry" during the eventWith businesses in the security industry looking for ways to deal with the economic downturn, ISC East organisers have announced that they will present a special panel discussion on the "State of the Industry" during the event.Key industry leaders representing manufacturers, dealers, integrators and end-users will analyse industry trends during the discussion on Thursday...

Bosch is now using Twitter to communicate new product launches, software upgrades, and general newsBosch Security Systems is embracing modern social networking tools to get vital news to installers, specifiers and end-users as soon as it happens.The company is now using Twitter to communicate new product launches, software upgrades, and general news on incentives and other promotions instantaneously, and with the opportunity to create an immediate dialogue with their customers. It is also upload...

Pelco and Cisco announced a strategic technology agreement to develop co-branded video security cameras Pelco by Schneider Electric, and Cisco recently announced a strategic technology agreement to pursue the joint development of new high-definition (HD) Internet Protocol (IP) video security cameras built upon Pelco's award-winning Sarix™ technology platform. The new co-branded video security cameras will bring together Pelco's leadership in imaging with Cisco's IP networking expertis...

SC Black dealer programme from Supercircuits promisesto offer security dealers the best value in the industryWith the recent introductions of several new regional Manufacturer Representative Groups and additions to the programme's dedicated sales, support and product management teams, the SC Black dealer programme from Supercircuits is building on its promise to offer security dealers the best value in the industry. Programme elements include a dealer-only website, an exclusive line of premium b...

Honeywell added two infrared (IR) cameras to its Integral-IR Illuminated Camera rangeHoneywell added two infrared (IR) cameras to its Integral-IR Illuminated Camera range that have been designed for maximum performance in both day and night time. The HD4DIRX mini dome and HCD95534X bullet cameras capture clear, high-resolution images even in absolute darkness, employ the latest noise reduction technology and are enclosed in vandal-resistant housings. Both products meet the recurring requirements...

Arecont Vision announced the OnSSI as one of the newest members of their Technology Partner Program Arecont Vision, the industry leader in IP-based megapixel camera technology, recently announced the introduction of On-Net Surveillance Systems, Inc. (OnSSI) as one of the newest members of their Technology Partner Program. The announcement, made at ASIS 2009, will allow for the integration of Arecont Vision's H.264 megapixel cameras into OnSSI's Ocularis IP Video Management pla...

Arecont Vision and NICE Systems integrate megapixel imaging devices into IP video management platforms Arecont Vision, the industry leader in IP-based megapixel camera technology, continues to expand enrolment in its Technology Partner Program. Announced recently at ASIS, Arecont Vision and NICE Systems are working together to ensure seamless integration of megapixel imaging devices into their IP video management platforms. "Using Arecont Vision H.264 cameras, we have be...

Arecont Vision's line of IP cameras to feature compliance with PSIA 1.0 API media device specificationArecont Vision, the industry leader in IP-based megapixel camera technology, recently announced the compliance of their popular MegaDome™ and MegaVideo® H.264 line of products with The Physical Security Interoperability Alliance's (PSIA) 1.0 API Media Device Specification. The PSIA, a global consortium of physical security providers focused on promoting interoperability of IP-enabled d...

CBSA has deployed an IndigoVision HD IP Video surveillance solution to monitor US-Canadian border crossingsCanada Border Services Agency (CBSA) has deployed what is believed to be the largest ever High-Definition (HD) IP Video surveillance system to monitor its customs operation on the US-Canadian border and at Vancouver Airport.CBSA chose IndigoVision's complete IP Video system to upgrade 30 of its land border crossings, transitioning its surveillance from analogue/DVR technology to a fully dis...

IQinVision, market leader in high-performance megapixel IP security cameras, intelligent network cameras, and IP video recording systems, today announced that upwards to 20 downtown Rotterdam shops, in the Netherlands, have deployed IQeye megapixel cameras to combat store robberies. IQeyes cameras were chosen over other leading IP camera makers for their superior image quality. UTS (Unisoft Total Services) is responsible for the overall technological application and installation. For the Rotter...

Panasonic is demonstrating an impressive array of new technologies and systems products at ASIS 2009Panasonic is demonstrating an impressive array of new technologies and systems products at ASIS 2009. In addition to enhancing its industry leading line of i-Pro Series Network Solutions, Panasonic continues to introduce select analogue products incorporating the latest technologies in support of legacy system users. Panasonic is also showcasing its innovative retail management solution that provi...

PSDN continues to encourage and strengthen the development of open systems interoperabilityPanasonic Solution Developer Network (PSDN) continues to encourage and strengthen the development of open systems interoperability with leading suppliers around the world. PSDN, which now includes over 120 global members, is growing rapidly in the United States, and also in Europe and Asia, as Panasonic expands the available resources to support members and activities worldwide."By opening o...

Samsung Techwin Europe appoints Dean Brazenall as Senior Strategic Business Development ManagerDean Brazenall has joined Samsung Techwin Europe Limited as Senior Strategic Business Development Manager.Dean, who was previously Head of Sales for the UK & Ireland at Bosch Security Systems, has worked within the electronic security industry for over twenty years. Reporting to Mr Jake Kim, Managing Director of Samsung Techwin Europe, Dean will be responsible for the strategic development of...

Axis Communications introduces a new level of openness to the security industryWith recent launch of AXIS Camera Application Platform, Axis Communications, the global market leader in the network video market, introduces a new level of openness to the security industry. The open application platform makes it possible for any company to develop downloadable applications for Axis' market-leading range of network cameras and video encoders.Axis is the first company to completely open its network vi...

The partnership demonstrates Avigilon's commitment to security at sports venues around the world Avigilon recently announced that it has been named a founding partner of the National Center for Spectator Sports Safety and Security (NCS4) at the University of Southern Mississippi, a leading-edge academic organisation dedicated to studying techniques to mitigate the security risks inherent with large spectator sport venues. As a founding partner, Avigilon has made a three-year commitment to suppor...