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ISNR was a gathering of world class experts in homeland security, national resilience and safetyThe International Security and National Resilience (ISNR) Exhibition and Conference closed last week an overwhelmingly positive note, registering a record number of 8,000 visitors. Two hundred and eighteen companies from 24 countries exhibited their state-of-the-art homeland security solutions and products at the show.Official delegations led by international government ministers and other state and p...

The challengeThe Georgian Town Palace located in the heart of the City of London plays host to ceremonial banquets and international dignitaries visiting the capital.As a high profile venue, its security facilities need to be of the highest standard. Therefore, the managing authority for Mansion House - the Corporation of London - specified three Digital Sprite digital multiplex recorders. Installers, Classic Security Solutions has implemented the upgrade, along with the installation of 12...

Affordability is the main driver to spread communications and IT security technologies in IndiaCommunications developing at a breathtaking pace is largely driven by devices, which are more compact but feature added capabilities. Growing competition has provided an ideal environment for technological innovations and new applications.  "More importantly these devices and services are becoming more affordable," declared Mr. Shyamal Ghosh, Chairman, Data Security Council of India, at...

The awards went to Clear Image (CCTV Systems), Dalycom and ADT Fire & Security MOBOTIX AG, a leading manufacturer of digital high-resolution, network-based video security systems has awarded 3 leading UK partners at the recent National Partner Conference to recognise the achievements of each that have helped MOBOTIX maintain strong growth throughout 2009.Clear Image (CCTV Systems) Ltd was awarded UK Partner of the Year based on consistently delivering a number of high profile proje...

Optelecom-NKF, Inc. is a leading global supplier of advanced video surveillance equipment Optelecom-NKF, Inc., a leading global supplier of advanced video surveillance equipment and the manufacturer of Siqura® surveillance solutions, announced the award of a $503,000 traffic management equipment contract from Temple, Inc., a regional systems distributor based in Decatur, Alabama, USA. Under the contract, Optelecom-NKF will supply Temple with Siqura 9000 series fibre components to support the...

A Dallmeier CCTV camera will monitor everything and transmit the record attempt via the InternetFrom March 30th to April 13th, 2010, a spectacular Guinness World Records attempt will take place at the LEGOLAND® Deutschland leisure park in the German city of Günzburg. Australian marine biologist and adventurer Lloyd Godson plans to spend 14 days, living in a four square metre house submerged at the underwater world at "LEGOLAND ATLANTIS by SEA LIFE". His goal is to generate the...

Ensuring excellent transit The city-state of Singapore is one of the wealthiest and most densely-populated nations in the world. Its Mass Rapid Transit (MRT) rail network forms the backbone of the city's public transport system. The Government is currently expanding the network through the introduction of the Circle Line (CCL), a fully-underground orbital line connecting all the MRT routes into the city, at a cost of $6.7 billion. Set for completion in 2010, CCL will be 33.3 km long with 29 st...

For fiscal year 2008, Proxim reported revenue of $49.0 millionProxim Wireless Corporation, a leading provider of end-to-end broadband wireless systems, recently released financial results for the fourth quarter and full fiscal year ended December 31, 2009. Financial highlights On a GAAP basis, revenues for the quarter ended December 31, 2009 were $7.6 million compared to $7.0 million for the quarter ended September 30, 2009 and $11.6 million for the quarter ended December 31, 2008. Revenue...

The giant panda is one of the most recognised and studied animals in the world today. When China gave the Taipei Zoo two giant pandas in December 2008, the Taiwanese public responded enthusiastically. The Taipei Zoo, which is owned by the Taipei City Government, has now selected MESSOA's SDS710M PTZ speed-dome cameras for monitoring of the pandas' zone. These cameras feature integrated auto-tracking software that provides zoo staff in the security control room with 24-hour surveillance of the pa...

The charter calls on the security industry to collate data to develop a picture on attack trendsThe British Security Industry Association (BSIA) has offered its support to the GMB trade union following the announcement of the union's new charter, aimed at improving employee welfare and safety for security officers. The new charter, which was officially launched on March 1st, will improve conditions for security officers through better sick pay schemes, injury on duty agreements, additional suppo...

There have been no price increases for any of Vicon's 260 or so CCTV products for 2010Vicon's new price list has just been published and customers will be pleased to see that there have been no price increases for any of the company's 260 or so products for 2010 - the fourth year in a row that Vicon has maintained or reduced prices on its products."Vicon manufactures all the component parts of a video management system, so our real strength lies in working with customers to engineer complet...

Grandstream will demonstrate the technology capabilities of its video surveillance solutionsGrandstream Networks, the leading manufacturer of IP voice/video telephony and video surveillance solutions, is pleased to announce participation at CeBIT, Hannover, Hall 13, Booth D50.  Click here for a complimentary pass to visit Grandstream at the show.Grandstream will demonstrate the robust technology capabilities of its SIP-based voice telephony and video surveillance solutions. Exciting product...

 Virtual Service has used its expertise to develop Virtual Doorman, a leading access control systemHikvision's video compression boards are being used at a major residential building in New York. The block is one of a set of three adjoining riverfront structures in Manhattan that has attracted residents such as Calvin Klein and Nicole Kidman. The buildings were designed by Richard Meier, one of the 'New York Five' groups of celebrity architects who sprung to fame in the seventies. The newes...

The management set out demanding requirements for the CCTV system which were met by IndigoVisionExcalibur City, a themed shopping and entertainment complex in the Czech Republic, has deployed IndigoVision's complete IP-CCTV solution to enhance the security for its customers and staff. The new upgrade has transformed the surveillance operation, having replaced poor-performing analogue/DVR equipment with a distributed network-based digital video system.Excalibur City is situated near to Znojm...

EDF has opted for MPEG-4 compression offered by PZ6122 IP cameraBackgroundHydroelectric power has become increasingly popular due to its environmental friendliness, and EDF, a leading power company in France, has demonstrated its hydroelectric and hydraulic expertise by conducting construction of over 600 hydroelectric schemes across France and worldwide. One of EDF's most important projects, the hydroelectric plant situated 2000 metres above the sea level in the Savoy region, has made full use...

 Singapore Power upgraded its remote surveillance system with VIVOTEK's VS7100 video serversSingapore Power, a leading power station organisation in Singapore, recently upgraded its remote surveillance system with VIVOTEK's video servers. Previously, they had used single channel capture cards and self-developed application software to remotely view the operation room of each commercial building from their headquarters. However, as the scale of their business expanded, they found that there...

IQinVision is a market leader in HD megapixel network cameras, smart IP cameras and NVR systemsIQinVision, market leader in high-performance HD megapixel network cameras, smart IP cameras, and network video recording systems, announced that David Clark has been appointed Vice President of Operations.Clark will be responsible for all manufacturing, supply chain management, and quality control aspects of IQinVision's fast growing HD Megapixel product line. With over 25 years experience in high tec...

Timothy jewellers are firm believers in the adage that ‘you can't have too much security'MOBOTIX AG, a leading manufacturer of digital high-resolution, network-based video security systems, have released details of an installation of its MOBOTIX CCTV solution which is helping to protect safety at Timothy Roe Fine Jewellery, a specialist in handcrafted jewellery. The family run business is one of the most respected in the region and famous for its computer aided design and rapid prototyping...

 'Hyper-V' virtualisation allows Geutebruck to generate multiple virtual servers on a single piece of hardwareBack in 2008 when Geutebruck achieved Microsoft Gold Partner status, it had already demonstrated exceptional expertise in producing software solutions and in designing and implementing networking infrastructure solutions.  In January 2010, following more specialist training for staff, and the submission of references from satisfied customers whose video security systems were pr...

Using NVT's PVD technology saved money as there was no need to install fused spurs at each camera pointEpsom Downs Racecourse is the home of one of the most iconic events in the British sporting and social calendar - The Derby Festival. Each year horses and riders travel from countries across the globe to test themselves against the historic course, with the event attracting thousands of fans. With crowds of over 20,000 attending each day, the course's security managers use a CCTV network consis...

CDS Integrated Security Systems have replaced five existing CCTV cameras and installed six new ones to provide expanded surveillance coverage in Slough High Street. Slough Borough Council took the opportunity to replace existing end-to-end fibre-optic links between each camera and the control room, with an extension to a single fibre ‘backbone', and in-conjunction with NVT Hybrid Video™ UTP Transmission Technology.Each relocated camera now features a NVT Single Channel Vide...

Selco relied on Zicam Integrated Security for consultation and specification of the security systemsEstablished in 1895 as a timber mill, Selco has grown from a small family-owned business, to a fast growing, highly competitive, and highly respected trade only builder merchant with branches in key locations throughout Britain.Selco has expanded from twelve to twenty-eight branches across the UK, opening six new branches in the last year in major cities such as Leeds, Bradford, Nottingham and Lon...

The Middle East is a market where CNL sees huge potential for their command and control softwareCNL, a world leader in developing Physical Security Information Management (PSIM) software, announces it has formed a strategic partnership with SHIELD Safety and Security, the military and police supply division of Bin Salem Holdings. SHIELD is dedicated but not limited to serving the needs of government security and industrial corporations within the Middle East Region.Through the partnership, SHIEL...

The reduced response time is achieved by interfacing IndigoVision's IP Video solution with the MERS 999 systemCyberjaya has become the first Malaysian township to deploy a system that allows local police to remotely monitor the location of an incident, immediately after receiving an emergency call. This is achieved by interfacing IndigoVision's IP Video solution with the Malaysian Emergency Response Service (MERS) 999 system, which is part of the overall integrated CCTV surveillance system commi...

The video surveillance system comprises 48 FlexiDome cameras The prestigious new Marriott Courtyard Hotel in Istanbul has chosen to rely on just one major supplier for its fire alarm, PA/emergency evacuation and CCTV installations - Bosch Security Systems. The 262-room hotel is located in a triangular area bordered by Istanbul International Airport, and congress, fair and exhibition centres. In this ideal location, the hotel naturally attracts a lot of guests, and the owners were determined to m...

The CCTV system relies on six Optex VX402 and two BX80N BoundaryGard detectorsA building contractor blighted by break-ins and eager to prevent plant machinery from being stolen, turned to a CCTV solution comprising Optex detectors, which paid off by catching a thief in the act.Specified and installed by Scunthorpe based Eyewatch Security, within a month of being fitted, the system had paid back the initial cost, by preventing a teleporter being stolen.Managing Director of G S Kelsey Limited, Bui...

Alvarion's wireless broadband network has reduced crime and vandalism in the city by 60%About Rosh-HaayinA city east of Tel Aviv with a population of approximately 38,000 spread across 30 square kilometres, it has seen rapid expansion since 1990 from a small town to a modern and developed city.The challengeTo increase security in the city.The solutionEquipment from Alvarion's BreezeNET product lines used to build a network to connect IP-based video surveillance cameras.The resultRosh-Haayin has...

artec is now a full member of BHE and will take part in the security conference at Fuldaartec technologies AG, manufacturer of the video surveillance software MULTIEYE® has joined the federation of manufacturers and installers of security systems, BHE. The BHE has an important task for the security industry in Germany. It is both an information and communication platform for manufacturers and installers of security systems. The BHE offers its more than 590 member companies a diverse range of...

Excelerate's ICU enables real-time voice, data and video information to be sharedGwent Police has unveiled what is almost certainly the most advanced mobile Incident Command Unit (ICU) to be ordered by the UK's police service to date. Developed by Excelerate Technology in partnership with a team from Gwent Police's Emergency Planning Department, it will provide a tactical silver command solution that would ensure preparedness for all civil contingencies throughout Blaenau Gwent, Caerphilly,...

 The Nextiva Transit technology will help enhance safety and security by deterring onboard incidentsVerint®Systems Inc. announced that TransLink, Vancouver's regional transportation authority, has implemented the Nextiva®Transit video solution from Verint® Video Intelligence Solutions™. Part of a planned, multi-phase security deployment, TransLink's first investment in the video security technology took place onboard its fixed-route bus fleet to help enhance passenger and...