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The remote video monitoring services market was worth nearly $250m across the Americas and EMEA in 2009According to a new report from IMS Research, remote video monitoring is forecast to be the fastest growing service within the remote monitoring market. The remote video monitoring services market was worth nearly $250m across the Americas and EMEA in 2009, and is experiencing impressive growth which will continue to accelerate as the global economy recovers and technology improves.According to...

The challenge With over 1000 sites, McDonald's is one of the leading quick service restaurant chains in the UK. As with many other restaurant and hotel chains in the United Kingdom, McDonald's have had their fair share of unruly patrons, gangs of youths and homeless vagrants who harass or assault staff and disturb restaurant guests. McDonald's wanted to prevent their restaurants from being favoured by these groups. They wanted to proactively protect the safety of their staff and the families th...

The new IP Video Compatibility Zone provides information needed to design dependable surveillance systemsOne source for compatibility of third-party solutions with Bosch devicesSite makes it easier to design systems using best-of-breed productsFirmware and encoder-decoder compatibility tools also providedBosch Security Systems announces an interactive website that details the IP video de­vices, firmware versions and features supported by a variety of software offerings from Bosch and other s...

A recent contract allows ComNet to bring their fibre optic and Ethernet transmission products to governmentCommunication Networks of Danbury, Connecticut, doing business as ComNet™, the leading manufacturer of fibre optic transmission and networking equipment, has named Victor Milani as the company's Government Sales Manager. Victor will be responsible for the company's United States Government sales effort. ComNet's recent award of a United States General Services Administration cont...

Vancouver contracted with ADT and MDT to extend the public safety network to protect tourists and visitors Proxim Wireless Corporation, a leading provider of complete indoor and outdoor wireless broadband ecosystems, recently announced that the City of Vancouver, along with ADT Advanced Integration/Intercon Security and MDT Technical Services, deployed a Proxim wireless network to extend video surveillance throughout the city during the 2010 Winter Olympics and Paralympics. They selected Proxim...

 CamVu Mini-Domes are some of the first Dedicated Micros' products to feature Integrated Camera RecordingDedicated Micros - part of AD Group - has significantly strengthened its IP dome camera portfolio with the launch at IFSEC 2010 of its CamVu Mini-Dome range. The two key models, now available in the range, are the CamVu HyperDome and the CamVu Day/Night Mini-Dome which are suitable for deployment both indoors and outdoors.Looking at the CamVu HyperDome, its Wide Dynamic Range (...

Technetix sells, designs and manufactures critical network technology surveillance solutions Aurora Networks, Inc., the only optical transport solution provider focused on delivering a cost-effective, optimised platform for next-generation cable services, announced it has strengthened its presence in the European cable market by establishing a reseller partnership with Technetix, a leading European broadband cable and telecommunications equipment supplier.Through this partnership, the companies...

 The new Infiniti PTZ camera with built-in camera shield is designed for low visibility outdoor applicationsDedicated Micros - part of AD Group - has introduced its new Infiniti integrated PTZ (Pan, Tilt, Zoom) camera unit at IFSEC 2010, which seamlessly combines a camera, IR illuminator, integral screen wiper/washer control and built-in pan and tilt mechanism. The extremely capable Infiniti is available in both analogue and IP models, with up to 36x zoom, and has been designed specifi...

 The new i-Pro SmartHD cameras deliver high-definition video transmission and efficiently utilise existing IP networksOn the opening day of IFSEC, the world's leading annual security event, Panasonic has announced six, third generation i-Pro SmartHD cameras.  Smart show visitors will head straight to Stand C10 in the NEC's Hall 5 which is the setting from where i-Pro SmartHD security solutions will be debuted. The latest news from PSNE follows April's announcement that i-Pro...

The reverse split will become effective before U.S stock markets open on May 14 2010Proxim Wireless Corporation, a leading provider of complete indoor and outdoor wireless broadband ecosystems, recently announced that its Board of Directors has decided to implement a reverse split of Proxim's common stock. Proxim's stockholders overwhelmingly authorised Proxim's Board of Directors to implement a reverse stock split at the annual meeting of Proxim's stockholders held on December 8, 2009. The...

The integration is between DigitalSentry video management software and Pivot3 Serverless Computing platformPelco is pleased to announce the addition of Pivot3, Inc., to its Partner First Program. With the integration of DigitalSentry video management software with the Pivot3 Serverless Computing platform, Pelco is also pleased that it has joined the Pivot3 HD Storage Alliance. End users running this Pelco product will now have access to the reduced cost and high availability benefits o...

The security company sponsored car is due to race for 90 minutes on 2 batteries with one charge onlyWhen AMG Systems was approached by Peter Dawes and his 15 Sixth Form mates for assistance with their ambitious project of building an electric powered car fit for entering the Formula 24+ category they had no hesitation in sponsoring the team. The car is due to race for 90 minutes on 2 batteries with one charge only and is part of the Greenpower project - which aims to advance education in the sub...

Dealers & customers were presented with a USB stick containing information on Bosch surveillance products Bosch added a special touch to the launch of its CCS 900 Ultro discussion system at the Integrated Systems Europe 2010 (ISE) exhibition - a lottery open to all dealers and customers who came to the Bosch pre-exhibition customer day and CCS 900 Ultro seminar. The prize - the world's first CCS 900 Ultro demo set containing 6 discussion units plus a Control Unit wit...

  Siemens will provide 24-hour, 365 days a year monitoring of Bexley's extensive network of CCTV cameras Community safety has always been a priority for the London Borough of Bexley (LBB) and they are now the first local authority in the UK to adopt a new outsourced model that will help to further reduce crime and secure the safety of people and places within the borough. The security solutions team at Siemens was chosen to design, build, staff, manage and operate a compre...

Keeneo video analytics features its 4D video analytics technology that uses images from analogue, IP or IR camerasKeeneo will demonstrate at IFSEC, its new Easy Count product along with Eboo's video management system. Eboo's management software is integrated with Keeneo's Metric Manager, Easy Count model to provide the automatic counting of people entering or exiting a predefined area (zone) or line and its related data analysis for management evaluation. This solution can be used by operational...

Proxim's end-to-end wireless portfolio enables both indoor and outdoor Wi-Fi coverageProxim Wireless Corporation, a leading provider of complete indoor and outdoor wireless broadband ecosystems, recently announced that it will be featuring its end-to-end wireless platform at the Interop 2010 conference in Las Vegas from April 26- 29. Proxim will be highlighting its products in the Amer.com booth (#2061), a leading provider of innovative networking solutions and a Proxim partner. WHO: Proxim W...

The delegates at the Expo debated how the nation can best provide cutting-edge security for international eventsThe British Security Industry Association (BSIA) has exhibited at the Counter Terror Expo event for the first time. The event, which took place on 14th and 15th April at Olympia in London, brought together the world's leading experts on counter-terrorism and provided delegates with the opportunity to view first-hand some of the new technology developed to aid the fight agains...

MD of Regency Security Gary Powers and Business Director Paul DeAngelis receiving the accreditation certificateRegency Security recently became one of the first door supervisor companies in the UK to be awarded targeted police powers under the Community Safety Accreditation Scheme. Chief Inspector Nick Lee and Essex Police CSAS Officer Jenny Ayres presented the certificate to Managing Director Gary Powers at Regency's headquarters in Braintree. Organisations granted Accreditation Status must mee...

Siqura TrafficServer is the first video server ever to be integrated with automatic incident detection technologyOptelecom-NKF, Inc., a leading global supplier of advanced video surveillance equipment and the manufacturer of Siqura surveillance solutions, announced its intention to participate in the IFSEC 2010 tradeshow as a key sponsor. As visitors traverse the various booths at the IFSEC tradeshow this year in Birmingham, UK, they might very well notice that Optelecom-NKF's Siqura surveillanc...

Vicon will be demonstrating Kollector Force and Strike which allow DVR, hybrid and NVR functionalityVisitors to stand E60 in Hall 5 at IFSEC 2010 will see a startling demonstration of Vicon's video management, recording and control technology. On display will be the groundbreaking new Virtual Matrix Display Controller (VMDC) which takes control room management and display of IP camera streams to new levels.Vicon will also be demonstrating the new versatile Kollector Force and Strike recordi...

 AD Group purchases online replica of the Manchester Town hall for the Forever Manchester charity initiativeCCTV specialist AD Group is fuelling a 'virtual' property boom in Manchester through the purchase of an online replica of Manchester's Town Hall for £25K to pledge its support to the Forever Manchester charity initiative. The 12-month 'virtual' lease for one of the city's most iconic buildings has been taken-up by AD Group via the Forever Manchester website which gives people th...

Remote Video Response is one of UK's leading providers of remote monitoring servicesRemote Video Response, one of UK's leading providers of remote monitoring services and an approved National Open College Network (NOCN) facility, is to provide third-party training in the use of CCTV surveillance in public spaces. RVR is part of UTC Fire & Security, a unit of United Technologies Corp."RVR will train local authorities, private companies and other remote video response centres," says...

The partnership will ensure Geoquip products such as Defensor are certified to work with IPSecurityCenterCNL, a world leader in developing Physical Security Information Management (PSIM) software, announces it has formed a strategic technology partnership with Geoquip Ltd, a world leader in the design, development and manufacture of electronic Perimeter Intrusion Detection Systems.Geoquip has a suite of industry leading products in key security areas including detection, detection/prevention, an...

Vicon, working in conjunction with SimplexGrinnell, a market leader in fire and life- safety systems, has provided  Fairbanks International Airport with an  integrated video security solution. It combines a ViconNet video management system which incorporates ViconNet VI video intelligence, with access control capabilities from Software House, to create a fully integrated, IP-based solution that spans the entire airport, inside and out. Of particular interest is the use of ViconNe...

Anixter International is a global supplier of enterprise cabling and security solutionsOptelecom-NKF, Inc., a leading global supplier of advanced video surveillance equipment and the manufacturer of Siqura surveillance solutions, announced that it signed a distribution agreement with the UK division of Anixter International, a global supplier of enterprise cabling and security solutions, electrical and electronic wire and cable, aerospace hardware, and fasteners.Optelecom-NKF's partnership with...

NextivaCritical Infrastructure has helped this international airport centralise its security operations and integrate its security video with information from access control and other security systems. This integration allows security personnel to be more efficient by providing a complete picture of events that occur. This robust video management solution helps the Department of Aviation proactively detect threats and share intelligence with the TSA, individual airlines, FBI, and other agencies....

The challenge The airport required both fixed and mobile communications systems. The fixed system was required as a back-up communications system for the main fibre optic communications network. The mobile system was required for security operations based on mobile vehicles. Wireless broadband was recognized as the best solution, particularly because it eliminates problems with wired infrastructures (which can be damaged during on-going construction activities) and also works freely as a mobile...

Vemotion integrates with existing infrastructures, such as CCTV cameras and personal surveillance solutionsVemotion Interactive announced a reciprocal agreement with Private Mobile Networks Ltd whereby the Vemotion encoders, streaming server (VSS) and video clients will be integrated into the Private Mobile Networks Rapid Deployment Unit (RDU). The resulting video-enabled RDU will be available to customers through both Private Mobile Networks Ltd and Vemotion Interactive enabling rapid deploymen...

The Security 5K event highlighted the great sense of community and generosity of the security industryThe inaugural Security 5K/Mission 500 Charity Run in Las Vegas on the second day of ISC West raised more than $30,000 to benefit Mission 500, a charitable organisation engaging security professionals to sponsor children in need through the World Vision organisation. Proceeds from the March 25th event will sponsor 90 children for a full year - providing food, water, education, healthcare and most...

The Group decided to equip all of its POS locations with video surveillance systems to prevent shrinkageMissionTroch Group, headquartered in Poitiers, France, is a family business that has been growing for the past 25 years and now has 20 locations throughout Western France (Saint Malo, Rennes, Nantes, Bordeaux, Toulouse, etc.) retailing high-end, ready-to-wear men's clothing.Faced with an outbreak of inventory and cashier-related shrinkage, the Group decided to equip all of its points of s...