CCTV News

Dowshu, the world's leading 32 and 64 channel DVR manufacturer is pleased to welcome its new team member, Ed Kohut.  Ed is now the company's technical services manager and brings 20 years of security installation experience to the post.Ed, a keen motor sports enthusiast, has a long career in security engineering and technical support, working previously for security integration companies Keyway Security Systems Ltd and Pointer Ltd.  His product, technical, IT and network knowle...

After twelve months of intensive engineering trials, Iarnród Éireann has approved the COE X-NET® MPEG4 video codec system for rail level crossing surveillance across the country.  Each system delivers high quality real-time images to the operation centre and is a critical element in the management of the many remote crossings on the rail system.COE Group Plc, the developer and supplier of advanced video surveillance systems, has many years' experience of designing and manu...

Chiron Technology has recruited a high profile industry figure to head up its newly formed security subsidiary.  Keith Donovan joins Chiron IP Security Ltd from his role as MD of Visonic UK, with a brief to further expand the applications for Chiron's Iris alarms-over-IP system and related equipment.Donovan's wide market experience includes engineering, sales and marketing with businesses including Chubb Group, using his electronic/engineering background and business management skil...

Market research conducted by Agility PR on behalf of IP-surveillance market leader Axis Communications  at International IP Security Exhibition & Conference (IIPSEC 2007) last month, showed that 76% of respondents were seeing Intelligent Video applications and solutions that are valuable to their customers, demonstrating a growing acceptance of network video and the possibilities of new applications. The industry is also recognising that network video products are now delivering high qu...

Partnership promotes technology hardware and software solution for network transmission of IP and analog video surveillance cameras.Panasonic Security Systems, a division of Panasonic System Solutions Company (PSSA), has announced the enrollment of American Fibertek Inc (AFI) in their Panasonic Solution Developer Network (PSDN) Program.According to Michael Maddox, System Sales Engineer and PSDN Program Manager for Panasonic Security Systems, the PSDN Program is designed to offer AFI and other&nb...

Being one of the most innovative and dynamic companies in the security and video surveillance industry, TeleEye Group launches a new designed global website at http://www.teleeye.com.   In order to bring a better surfing experience and easier product search, the new website re-arranges the presentation of TeleEye products and enhances the customer support in a more convenient and secure manner.The new website is powered by full range of TeleEye product information including the award-w...

IndigoVision, a leading provider of IP Video CCTV solutions, has appointed Joanna Brace to the senior management team in the position of Chief Marketing Officer.  Reporting to Oliver Vellacott, IndigoVision's CEO, Joanna will have full responsibility for all aspects of marketing, partnerships, and the development of the sales channel, ensuring IndigoVision remains at the forefront of IP Video technology.Joanna brings to IndigoVision more than 13 years of experience in Business Developme...

EverFocus Electronics AG announces the appointment of Carsten Busch as Area Sales Manager.  He is responsible for the development of existing and future business in the Eastern and Southern European markets.  With good experience in the CCTV and security industry, he joins EverFocus having most recently worked as Key Account Manager for a Japanese video surveillance technique manufacturer.Dirk Reinders, President of EverFocus Electronics AG, states: "The appointment of Carsten Bus...

Vigilant Technology, a leader in the development, manufacture and marketing of intelligent digital video solutions for the high end CCTV security and surveillance markets, has won several new contracts with a total value of 1.8 million US dollars for its intelligent IP surveillance and security solutions.  These contracts include casino projects in the United States, a borough in Israel and a large shopping centre in the UK.In the United States, Vigilant has been selected to install its sys...

As part of a £10 million refurbishment project, developers Oakmoor-Deeley and business partner CVOne enlisted the help of Bosch Security Systems to help secure Belgrade Plaza's newly renovated car park using various technologies from its sophisticated Autodome range of dome cameras.Belgrade Plaza is said to be the largest and most exciting mixed-use scheme, which is set to change the face of Coventry's city centre.  The end result will see a combination of hotels, bars, restaurants, a...

TSS (Traffic Safety Systems) - part of AD Group - is reporting a major upsurge in interest in its digital mobile CCTV solutions, for roads policing and community safety, as a result of Intersec 2007 in Dubai, with enquiries up 60% year-on-year.The Dubai Police Chief HE Lieutenant General Dhahi Khalfan Tamin was shown the company's latest mobile CCTV systems by TSS Managing Director, Alan Mole.TSS has been working closely with the Dubai Police - recognised as one of the most progressive polic...

TeleEye received the Technological Achievement Certificate of Merit of 2006 Hong Kong Awards for Industries.  The award was presented to the company that has innovative achievement, which impacted on both business and on daily life.  The award reflected a standard of recognition to technological excellence in Hong Kong.The Hong Kong Awards for Industries was organized by Hong Kong Science and Technology Parks Corporation (HKSTP). The presentation ceremony was held on the 5th February 2...

 Sanyo Security Systems, a division of Sanyo Fisher Company, has named TK Security Group, Inc. of Corinth, Texas their latest independent representative organization, covering the territory of Texas, Oklahoma, Louisiana and Arkansas.  The announcement made today by Frank Abram, Vice President/General Manager of Sanyo's Security Products Division, reinforces the company's commitment to building and supporting their dealer network with proven industry professionals."TK Secur...

  Moscow Underground receive security upgrade from Axis network video productsAxis Communications recently announced that Moscow Underground has installed Axis network video products as part of an integrated security system aimed at improving safety and security for passengers and staff on its subway trains.  The initial installation consists of around 1 000 network video products, with the potential for additional installations.The installation on the main subway line Moscow Unde...

 Approximately 260 cameras were installed as a campus security threat deterrent across the entire district, Axis Communications  recently announced  that the company's network cameras have been installed by Middletown City Schools in Orange County, N.Y.  Approximately 260 cameras were installed as a campus security threat deterrent across the entire district, including seven educational buildings and two administrative buildings.All of the cameras are installed in public...

IndigoVision's 'Control Center' allows operators to monitor live video feeds IndigoVision's complete IP Video solution is at the heart of a 600 camera CCTV surveillance system at the newly expanded Doha International Airport (DIA) in Qatar. As part of the preparations for DOHA 2006, the 15th Asian Games, DIA expanded its main passenger terminal, added new first and business class lounges and increased the capacity of its cargo facilities. The existing analogue CCTV system was...

IndigoVision's complete IP Video solution is at the heart of a 600 camera CCTV surveillance system at the newly expanded Doha International Airport (DIA) in Qatar.As part of the preparations for DOHA 2006, the 15th Asian Games, DIA expanded its main passenger terminal; added new first and business class lounges and increased the capacity of its cargo facilities.  The existing analogue CCTV system was replaced with an IndigoVision IP Video solution following an in-depth evaluation of com...

ACTi IP surveillance system is successfully installed in Galabar Dam in Iran.  Under PFN Technology's consultancy, planning and implementation, the IP surveillance system enables Zanjan Water Authority to remotely monitor the construction of Galabar Dam project from the 500Km-away headquarter office in Tehran.For project management and security reasons, ACTi's IP speed dome, CAM-6220PE, is implemented at Galabar Dam to provide video monitoring of the construction activities and progress in...

Texecom has announced the expansion of its technical support services with the appointment of two additional technical support engineers.The service has also changed location to Texecom's Bridgwater, Somerset R&D offices.  It will now be based alongside the department developing state-of-the-art control panels and indicating equipment.  The move ensures greater integration with the company's design and support services, guaranteeing that the latest product information is al...

The UK's leading security solutions manufacturer Bosch Security Systems has launched a new user-friendly website offering customers information on its comprehensive range of proven technology and solutions as well as a dedicated area for customer care. Members of Bosch's BSSD programmes can access a secure area on the site, where they can obtain specific information relevant to their membership. The site is an ideal resource and communication channel for installers and distributors, as w...

The effectiveness of Bosch Security Systems' CCTV solutions was once again brought to life at a camera demonstration at a Water-Ski Club near its headquarters in Denham.David Mulcahy, Bosch's CCTV Product Manager explained:  "Nothing convinces people more of the exceptional performance Bosch cameras deliver, than being able to see them in action with their own eyes.  This demonstration has become an annual event and one which gives installers and end-users alike the opport...

Over the last year IndigoVision Inc. has seen considerable success as a result of a major investment program, which has further enhanced its position as a leading supplier of IP Video and Alarm management solutions.  In that time the number of employees has doubled, including a team of Customer Support Engineers and 11 full time Sales Account Managers to cover Canada, Latin America and the USA.A regional operations hub in New Jersey has been developed to provide IndigoVision's customers...

Train to the "Roof of the World" implementing solutions to secure hundreds of thousands of monthly passengers on Qing Zang RailNICE Systems, the global provider of advanced solutions that enable organizations to extract Insight from Interactions(tm) to drive performance, today announced that it has received an initial 7-digit order for its advanced video content analysis solutions to ensure the security of hundreds of thousands of passengers on Qing Zang rail - the railroad connecting...

Frost and Sullivan, global growth consulting company, today announced that it has selected Agent Video Intelligence, Inc., a global leader in enterprise-grade video analytics, as the recipient of the prestigious 2006 Frost & Sullivan Award for Product Innovation in the video analytics market.  The award is presented annually to the company whose technological innovation; research efforts and sound business strategy have been successful in moving the video analytics industry forward.&nbs...

This year's ISC West 2007, promises to be more of everything!  More security product manufacturers, more security professionals, more new programming and more education!  With all of this, ISC West continues to surpass others as the premier, annual gathering of the security industry.To date, the ISC West overall pre-registration number is up by an average of 10 percent comparatively from last year's number at this time, according to ISC West registration data.  With a...

New Positions Support Sales and Marketing StrategiesPanasonic System Solutions Company of America (PSSA) has recently announced two appointments: Steve Surfaro to the position of Group Manager, Strategic Technical Liaison, for their Panasonic Security Systems division, and Samantha Ozarin to the position of Marketing Manager for Panasonic Systems Company. Designed to help the company further expand the scope of its sales and developmental activities in the US, Mr. Surfaro's appointment is ef...

Axis cameras are used to optimise the logistics processes MissionMigros Verteilzentrum Suhr AG, a distribution company based in Switzerland, was looking for a video monitoring system to supervise its automated conveyor system.  The company intended to use the system to remedy - and if possible prevent - frequently recurring faults. SolutionThe key requirement for Migros when choosing the video monitoring system was an ability to support subsequent modification and expansion.  The compa...

The ongoing reconstruction of Skärholmen Centre is a comprehensive construction project.  A total of 400 construction workers are involved in the project that will take a few years to complete.  In order to keep up with who is at the workplace, Skanska has chosen the Bewator Entro access control system that has been integrated into the time registration and card production software.For the inauguration day in 2008, the old centre building from the 1960s will have increased its sho...

The Springfield Water and Sewer Commission (SWSC) serves the City of Springfield, and the communities of Ludlow, Agawam, Longmeadow, and East Longmeadow in Massachusetts.  Post-9/11, the SWSC sought a more effective means to ensure protection of the water supply for the more than 250,000 people in these communities.  While there has been a much sharper focus on better protecting water supplies, at the same time, advances in security technology offer organizations cost-effective choic...

Total Lindsey Oil Refinery (LOR) is currently Britain's third largest oil refinery with a processing capacity in excess of 10 million tonnes per annum (over 200,000 barrels per day).  Since coming on-stream in 1968, the 500-acre site has recently received a £26m investment upgrade incorporating some of the most technically advanced refining and conversion processes available in Europe.The CEM AC2000 SE (Standard Edition) access control system has been securing LOR's 24-hour operationa...