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GJD, a manufacturer and designer of smart electronic perimeter detection and high-performance LED illumination equipment, is pleased to announce the launch of its Clarius® Hybrid IP IR/WL LED illuminator. The Clarius® Hybrid IP is a high-performance combined infra-red and white light illuminator; which incorporates the latest surface mount LED technology with enhanced optical output and outstanding reliability, delivering excellent night-time images. Minimising light wastage GJD&rsquo...

FLIR Systems, Inc. announced that the United States (U.S.) Army, Air Force, and Navy have collectively ordered more than 250 additional FLIR Centaur™ unmanned ground vehicles (UGV), worth $32 million combined. The award is being sourced through the Army’s Man Transportable Robotic System Increment II (MTRS Inc. II) program. Over the last 12 months, FLIR has announced multiple orders totalling roughly $97 million for more than 750 Centaur unmanned ground systems from the Army, Air Fo...

The 31st annual Resideo CONNECT event gathered more than 125 security companies from across North America. All from the comfort of their own computer screen, of course. During the two-hour event, Resideo shined a spotlight on the work its dedicated dealers performed in 2020, shared its view on the year ahead, and offered opportunities for them to network in a virtual social lounge and learn new techniques for how to serve their customers. From the opening video to the end keynote address, Resid...

FLIR Systems, Inc. announces two intelligent traffic system cameras, the FLIR ThermiCam™ AI with thermal imaging and the FLIR TrafiCam™ AI visible camera, both with artificial intelligence (AI) to optimise traffic flow on roadways and at intersections. When combined with the FLIR Acyclica™ cloud platform, cities can apply the AI-camera data to predict traffic, prevent congestion and potential accidents, and create safer roads for drivers, cyclists, and pedestrians 24 hours a d...

OPTEX Europe, a pioneer in sensing and detection, has entered a new partnership with UK security services company, DS Security Group Ltd.  The collaboration between OPTEX and DS Security Group is two-fold. Firstly, monitoring of the new OPTEX Intelligent Visual Monitoring solution is done via DS Security’s recently launched state-of-the-art Alarm and Video Monitoring Centre, DS Operations Centre (DSOC). Secondly, the adoption and promotion of OPTEX’s suite of sensors is part of...

Allied Universal, a renowned security and facility services company in North America, honours and supports all members of the military not just on Veterans Day this November but each and every day. "While many businesses talk the talk about why military veterans are important hires, the physical security sector actually walks the walk,” said Steve Jones, Chairman & CEO of Allied Universal. “We honour and appreciate the sacrifices made by our nations’ military and we consta...

In the fast-growing legalised cannabis industry, extensive security measures are a necessity. VIVOTEK, the pioneering IP surveillance provider has collaborated with Existo, a collective of cannabis industry professionals, to establish an IP surveillance solution for a cannabis cultivation facility in Northern Michigan, the United States. The results not only exceeded the state of Michigan’s expectations to allow for licensing at the state level but are also user friendly and add a level o...

V.I.P. Auctions will be one of the first vehicle auction companies in the world to use automated vehicle-inspection systems to evaluate tires and critical underbody components for the inspection of used vehicles. Jim Smith, founder and CEO of V.I.P. Auctions, said the company’s new camera-based artificial-intelligence technology will save time, reduce costs, document vehicle conditions and also set new inspection standards for the automotive remarketing industry. Developed by UVeye, the...

ADT Commercial continues its strategic M&A strategy, expanding its nationwide geographic footprint and deepening its capabilities to serve mid-market, national and large-scale commercial customers in New York and New Jersey with the announcement it has purchased Deterrent Technologies, Inc., based out of Ocean, NJ. About Deterrent Technologies Established in 1982 by David and Carol Hersh, Deterrent Technologies, Inc. has been a pioneer in designing, installing and servicing comprehensive p...

ACRE, a global brand providing state-of-the-art security systems, announced the acquisition of Razberi Technologies based in Farmers Branch, Texas. This purchase will enhance ACRE’s strategic expansion plans for strengthening its video and communications business and product portfolio. This is the latest M&A transaction since ACRE completed the acquisitions of two access control businesses - Open Options in December 2018 and RS2 in May 2019; both of which have continued to prosper and...

Synology Inc. launches the next Deep Learning NVR, the DVA3221, for advanced on-premises video surveillance and analytics. Using GPU-accelerated deep learning algorithms, DVA3221 can generate real-time insights that enable security personnel to take action immediately. Facial recognition, people counting, vehicle detection, and additional video analysis capabilities enable the users to deploy a more intelligent solution for a safer environment. Continuous software updates "The DVA product lin...

Norbain is pleased to announce that it will now be supplying customers with the full range of video-based security solutions from South Korean manufacturer, IDIS. IDIS video solutions meet the needs of an increasingly demanding security landscape. They deliver all the benefits that come with the end-to-end model, including more efficient installation, lower cost to operate and maintain, and more straightforward and reliable full solution support. Lower cost of ownership IDIS technology is inn...

NSI (National Security Inspectorate), the UK’s most widely recognised UKAS accredited Certification Body in the security and fire safety sectors, announces the launch of a new upgraded website. The primary aim of the site’s new look is to simply steer homeowners and commercial buyers of security and fire safety services to relevant information and enable them to easily connect with NSI’s independently approved providers, for the services they seek. Alarm response services Th...

The Open Security & Safety Alliance (OSSA) is pleased to announce AndroVideo released its first security camera that follows OSSA’s Technology Stack. OSSA drives an open platform principle and philosophy to open up the security and safety marketplace to fuel innovation beyond the limits of a single organisation. Supporting the security industry’s emerging open ecosystem, the new Smart Edge Camera from AndroVideo is available now and bears the ‘Driven by OSSA’ seal....

The Wisenet XNF-9010RV and XNF-9010RVM 12 megapixel fisheye cameras are the latest additions to the range of Wisenet X cameras equipped with Hanwha Techwin’s proprietary Wisenet7 chipset. The ground-breaking Wisenet7 chipset, which boasts an impressive list of technologies that significantly improve the cyber security credentials of Wisenet cameras, is UL Cybersecurity Assurance Program (UL CAP) certificated. It therefore enables Hanwha Techwin to provide users with peace of mind in knowi...

Thermal cameras are not only used to safeguard property and people but also to protect mission-critical equipment. At manufacturing plants, maintenance teams want to aggregate data to continually evaluate an asset’s health and know if it is about to fail. Production managers are keen to catch process anomalies that result in faulty products or packaging before these products leave the production line. Safety managers need to detect excessive heat build-up on fuel, hazardous material, and...

Synectics Security has appointed one of the industry’s leading project management and planning specialists to join its senior team as Operations Director. With over 20 years of experience in the UK operational and security-focused project delivery, spanning both service provider and client-side roles, Colin Butlin is the first external appointment announced as part of the new-look company. He will be working closely with Synectics Security’s Managing Director, Iain Stringer, and Com...

Poor driving doesn’t just increase the risk of accident and injury – it also slows down traffic and increases delays for other motorists. To help local authorities to overcome these challenges, Hikvision has created its Traffic Violation Detection solution, which detects traffic and parking violations across the road network in real time and supports fast, automated incident responses and ticketing deterrents. High global cases of traffic accidents According to the World Health Or...

With the new S74 video system, MOBOTIX is significantly expanding the MOBOTIX 7 platform possibilities. Their new model is a high-performance IoT camera that includes up to four modules, which allows for more flexibility than any other MOBOTIX video system. With its concealed camera housing, the camera acts exceptionally discreetly. Only the modules in the various mounts are visible. Equipped with connection cables up to 3 metres long, these optical, thermal and functional modules can be placed...

The new CCTV system installed by WLS at Vauxhall City Farm, is according to its Chief Executive, Monica Tyler, being used to its full potential to ensure that the 50,000 visitors who visit the farm every year, are able to safely enjoy all its facilities. “Our previous CCTV was well past its ‘use-by’ date. Although it was still working, it lacked the functionality we needed to ensure around the clock security of our animals and property, as well as ensuring compliance with our...

BAE Systems has unveiled its full high-definition thermal camera core, Athena 1920, which combines exceptional infrared image clarity with a wide field of view. The compact, light, and low-power thermal camera core delivers superior imagery and uncompromising performance, and is ideal for long-range and demanding applications, including security, surveillance, and targeting systems. “Our thermal core enables a new class of sensing systems for everything from aerial reconnaissance to perim...

Dahua Technology, a renowned video-centric smart IoT solution and service provider, has upgraded its open application platform by launching Application Marketplace and DHOP Community on its brand new Dahua Hardware Open Platform (DHOP) website. DHOP is the company's key initiative to bring together technology partners, system integrators, resellers and end-users. By opening its hardware devices to 3rd party developers, DHOP allows them to embed smart applications for the security and IoT indust...

Axis Communications announces the release of functionality that will allow the recently launched AXIS S3008 Recorder to be installed in a system using AXIS Camera Station. The new functionality will be available during the first semester 2021. AXIS S3008 Recorder is an easy-to-install, ultra-high-definition recording solution compatible with AXIS Companion Video Management Software. The compatibility with AXIS Camera stations provides flexibilities such as : Customers currently using AXIS Co...

Veristor Systems Inc., a trusted provider of transformative business technology solutions, and Verkada Inc., the global leader in cloud-based physical security, announced a partnership for the delivery of secure, reliable and scalable physical security infrastructure. With cloud-connected devices and the Verkada Command platform, organisations can get a centralised, real-time view into actionable security insights for a complete security picture across physical locations and operational sites....

Eagle Eye Networks, the pioneer in cloud video surveillance, has raised $40 million of Series E funding from venture capital firm Accel to continue its growth and expand its technology leadership. Eagle Eye is leveraging artificial intelligence (AI) on its true cloud platform to dramatically reshape video surveillance and improve safety, security, operations, and customer service for businesses around the world. Video surveillance systems have multiple security features, such as motion detectio...

Blind spots in surveillance coverage, incompatible video and access control systems, lack of adequate perimeter measures are some of the common issues that facility directors must address with their security teams. At the end of the day, facility executives need technology that accomplish more with less and that expand situational awareness, overall system functionality, and real-time response capabilities, while generating cost savings. By leveraging technology like thermal imaging, this is pos...

Panasonic i-PRO Sensing Solutions Corporation of America announces the introduction of their new body-worn camera for law enforcement applications. Designed to provide officers and agencies with a superior solution for evidence collection and documentation, the new i-PRO BWC4000 features a 12-hour detachable battery that can be swapped quickly in the field with a compact spare. “Our new i-PRO BWC4000 equips law enforcement professionals with the superior video technology they need to help...

Imaging Development Systems GmbH (IDS) extend selection of automatically focusable board-level cameras. Thanks to their practical autofocus function, uEye LE AF industrial cameras deliver perfectly focused images even with frequently changing object distances. IDS now offer additional camera variants with 2.1 and 3.1 MP Sony sensors which provide more flexibility in terms of application design and camera integration. For the first time, the company also offers models with upright USB Type-C ali...

Panasonic i-PRO Sensing Solutions Corporation of America is reaffirming its position as a recognised provider of advanced technology solutions for law enforcement applications at IACP 2020 with the introduction of the BWC4000. This new body-worn camera features a unique 12-hour field-swappable battery, providing law enforcement and security officers with extended camera operation without having to deal with cumbersome charging cables. All they need to do is quickly and easily swap a discharged...

A networked surveillance system has been installed at Petwood Hotel in Lincolnshire, the former home of members of 617 Squadron, more famously known as The Dambusters, during World War 2. The hotel, situated in the village of Woodhall Spa, was originally built in 1905, as a country house for a wealthy Baroness, and after serving as a military convalescence hospital during World War 1, was converted into a hotel in 1933. Located among magnificent lawns and landscaped gardens, the Grade II-listed...