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Mike Ward, new Business Development Manager (EMEA) of Xtralis New business development manager to drive IP security confirms Xtralis ADPRO IP-focused credentials.Xtralis, a leading provider of intelligent fire detection and security solutions,announced the appointment of a highly experienced security professional, Mike Ward, as Business Development Manager for its EMEA security business. Mr Ward will be responsible for promoting the company's comprehensive portfolio of integr...

Lumenera's Le165 network cameraLumenera is building a solid partnership with Accordance Systems Inc.. Using LuxRiot software, a Digital Video Recording and Remote Surveillance software package for a Windows based PC, and Lumenera's high performance digital cameras allows Accordance to provide a complete and secure surveillance solution.Accordance Systems is based out of Taipei, Taiwan and is a professional RAID tech (Redundant Array of Independent Disks). RAID allows the simultaneous use of two...

Xtralis invests in new European showroom to display full range of integrated fire and security products Xtralis, a leading provider of intelligent fire detection and security solutions, recently announced that it has opened a new European showroom to demonstrate the full integration and interoperability between the security, video, access control and fire detection technologies within the Xtralis product range.The showroom, located at the heart of Xtralis' EMEA business in Brussels, has been bui...

Siemens new finance packages provide comprehensive supportIn response to the current economic climate Siemens Building Technologies Security Solutions has launched its new range of finance packages. These provide innovative ways of working that enable organisations to provide first-rate protection for their staff, customers and premises as well as energy savings without the need for additional financial resources or increased capital expenditure.  Siemens has a strong track record of delive...

Firetide network is integral part of mobile wireless solution designed for hazardous environmentsIn the United Kingdom, a major oil refinery offsite based in Milford Haven recently announced a new wireless network to assist in monitoring offsite operations that deal with large amounts of flammable gas and liquid. The network features explosion-proof and intrinsically safe technologies from the U.K.'s Extronics and integrated wireless mesh networking nodes from Los Gatos, Calif.-based Firetide In...

A seminar for Axis' Architecture and Engineering (A&E) program partners was held at Knowsley CollegeAxis Communications, the global leader in the network video market, recently staged a seminar for its Architecture and Engineering (A&E) program partners at Knowsley College to talk about the merits of Intelligent Video and take a closer look at Axis' software portfolio. The event, held on 19th November, attracted network architects, engineers and consultants involved in specifyi...

One shoplifting theft every 90 seconds Newly published figures from the British Retail Consortium (BRC), showing a third of a million shoplifting offences each year - one every 90 seconds - underline the need to take effective action against customer thefts, warns specialist tagging and CCTV solutions provider ESPlus.In its 2008 Retail Crime Survey, the BRC says shoplifting is the most costly crime for shops. It accounted for 64 per cent of all retail crime losses by value, well above burglary (...

 COE equipment is currently installed over the entire existing infrastructure of the MRTCOE is proud to announce their selection through its partner in South-East Asia, O'Connor's Singapore Pte Ltd (O'Connor's), to provide a major upgrade of Singapore's Mass Rapid Transport (MRT) rail network over the next two years. Integral to a S$29m spend improving surveillance over the network, O'Connor's is to upgrade transmission equipment along the North-South and East-West Lines, integrating C...

Chestnut Oaks decided to choose NUUO surveillance system to monitor the buildings and the safety of residentsIn order to secure more than 200 condominiums, Chestnut Oaks decided to choose NUUO surveillance system to control and monitor environment of building and safety of residents. Chestnut Oaks is an adult community designed for comfort, convenience, and the ease of living next to Washington DC. Chestnut Oaks is voted as the best 50+ community in the USA.NUUO NAS NVRmini Standa...

The infrastructure newly created in the TechCenter achieves maximum results in the service areaGood service is what makes the difference: five years after inauguration of the ComCenter we have significantly expanded our technical services capacities: "Service plays a considerable role in these times of global trade relations. As distributor of professional video technology with operations throughout Europe, we are emphasising the expansion of our support services and supporting the growth c...

Universal's recent fully IP-addressable installation at the Willis Tower in the capital received special praiseUniversal Security Systems has won a 2008 Security Excellence Award in the category of Large Security Installer of the Year. The award, which attracted several strong entrants and previous winners, recognises companies that have shown the highest standards of workmanship and customer support in the industry and Universal were commended by judges on their innovation and technical excelle...

 Forward Vision MIC1 cameras helping to combat crime in BristolBristol is no different from any other major city in the UK in that it has to put up with its fair share of challenges, from inner-city crime through to congestion on its roads. In both cases, however, there is one product that is helping the City Council's teams to stay one step ahead of the game, a product noted for its reliability and flexibility even in the most demanding environments: the MIC1, or ‘Metal Mickey',...

Protection and monitoring are essential to ensure that the installations remain intact Most of Europe's large photo voltaic power stations are a long way from anywhere. They represent significant investments and need effective protection if they are not to present easy targets for theft and vandalism. With the specific needs of this emerging market in mind, Geutebruck has teamed up with physical security specialist Haverkamp GmbH and system integrator akera security GmbH to supply customise...

  Security buyers increasingly turning to cost effective IP-surveillance solutionsA growing number of security buyers are turning to all-inclusive remote IP-surveillance solutions as a way of reducing long term security costs and improving efficiency, reports CCTV Center, the Accredited Panasonic Systems Distributor for the UK and Ireland. In a new report focusing on the financial benefits of remote monitoring, the company says that cost of ownership can now be recouped in as litt...

 Michal Haas, Managing Director of Videor E. Hartig GmbH From 1st December 2008 Sony is extending its distribution and will now also market its video surveillance products through Videor E. Hartig GmbHVideor is the new Sony distributor for the video security sector from December 2008. The IP surveillance solutions from Sony Professional Solutions Europe flow seamlessly into the Videor product range which includes single components in addition to integrated solutions from the Security &...

 The Dallmeier CasinoCams are designed to meet the specific requirements of casinosDallmeier, the global leading supplier of network-based video surveillance systems for casinos, has been dealing with the development and production of high-quality comprehensive solutions for the CCTV/IP area for over 20 years. At the International Gaming Expo 2009, which will take place in London from January 27 to 29, Dallmeier will showcase its latest products and solutions. Everything is done accord...

  VSG's office in a prestigious new building at Blanchards town Corporate ParkTo support its highly successful and rapidly expanding operations in the Republic of Ireland, VSG, one of Europe's fastest growing providers of guarding and security services, has opened a new office in Dublin. The office, in a prestigious new building at Blanchardstown Corporate Park, will not only provide a convenient base for the VSG staff already working in Eire, but will also operate as a staff training...

 Ray Heppel, appointed Senior Sales Engineer in charge of the UK and the Republic of Ireland for Fluidmesh NetworksFluidmesh Networks, the worldwide leader in wireless video surveillance systems based on mesh networking technology, is pleased to announce the appointment of Ray Heppel to Senior Sales Engineer in charge of the UK and the Republic of Ireland.Ray will be based in the UK and be focused on promoting Fluidmesh products to end users and integrators in the UK and Ireland. "...

 IndigoVision joins ONVIF and PSIAAs part of its full support for the emerging IP Video open standards currently being developed, IndigoVision has joined both the ONVIF (Open Network Video Interface Forum) and PSIA (Physical Security Interoperability Alliance). The company will be active members of both organisations and will be involved with the development of the standards.ONVIF is an open industry forum for the development of a global standard for the interface of network video prod...

  Door entry systems designed by Videx for over 50,000 council and housing association homes For over seven years, Videx Security has provided Kier Sheffield LLP with door entry systems as part of a comprehensive programme of upgrading accommodation throughout the city. Kier Sheffield LLP is a partnership between Sheffield City Council, Sheffield Homes and Kier Sheffield to deliver the repairs and maintenance work to over 50,000 council and housing association homes across South Yorksh...

  NUUO IP product range adopts H.264 video compression technologyNUUO Inc, one of the global leading providers of CCTV and Network video surveillance solutions, announced that its whole system can be adopted for the usage of H.264 network cameras of the major leading manufacturer Axis Communications. Since they have foreseen outstanding performance of H.264 network camera compression technology, NUUO has started its early investment of resource to integrate with its own IP+ series soft...

Charlie Bass, Sales Director of Mayflex (Middle East region)Mayflex, the cabling infrastructure, networking and physical security solutions distributor, announces the appointment of Charlie Bass as Sales Director for its Middle East operations.Charlie Bass joins Mayflex with over 25 years experience and knowledge of the data and telecommunications industry having previously held senior roles at AT&T within the UK and Middle East. He served 15 years in the Royal Navy as a communications...

Yash Patel, Executive Director, New Business Development at JVC Professional Europe LtdJVC Professional Europe has made two key changes in its senior management to meet the challenges of a demanding market and to forge strategic partnerships across continental Europe and in the UK.Yash Patel now becomes Executive Director, New Business Development, focusing on pan-European product category management for all professional products. Yash Patel's 25 years in the security industry have given him ext...

 MATE Intelligent video solution ensure safety of both spectators and athletes during the Olympic Games MATE Intelligent Video, the technology leader in intelligent video surveillance systems and video analytics, announced that its intelligent video systems had been part of a large integrated video surveillance system installed at the Beijing National Stadium. The Beijing National Stadium, also known colloquially as the "Bird's Nest", was designed to host the 2008 Olympic and Para...

  All of the vehicles provided by Nurizon Corporation for the security forces are fitted with the latest technologies Public safety and homeland security solutions providers Nurizon Corporation have provided the latest and most advanced fleet of police vehicles in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia for the Special Forces patrolling the city of Mecca during the Hajj Pilgrimage.Security multinational Nurizon Corporation is the first organisation to launch such an advanced fleet of emergenc...

 Panasonic i-Pro IP camera range and mobiDEOS come together to offer Latchkey solutionWhen children return home from school to an empty house, their parents can watch on a cell phone to ensure their safe arrival. The clear image and pan-tilt-zoom capabilities providing that parental peace of mind are courtesy of Panasonic System Solutions Company's i-Pro IP cameras, which are increasingly being used in conjunction with cell phones, laptops and other mobile devices for a variety of appl...

  TOA NX-100 Network Audio Adapter will feature on stand at IIPSECJanuary 2009 sees TOA Corporation (UK) Ltd returning to the International IP Solutions Exhibitions & Conference (IIPSEC), the only UK event dedicated to networked security, life safety and BMS technologies, with a uniquely diverse range of solutions. As an affiliate member of IIPSEC, TOA has exhibited at the show for a number of years and will cement its reputation as a leading supplier in the IP space when the 2009...

  CBC's Ganz surveillance IP-enabled C-AllView CCTVcameraCBC's comprehensive Ganz surveillance options will be demonstrated to visitors on its stand number 006 during the IIPSec show, which is being held at the NAC Stoneleigh Park, Coventry, from 27-29 January 2009. Ganz surveillance systems and complementary high quality Computar lenses include IP-enabled C-AllView rapid-speed pan/tilt cameras, including exciting thermal imaging technology solutions and leading radar detection ca...

The VMC-1 "Eagle" wins the Security & Safety Award at Sicurezza 2008Sicurezza 2008, which took place from November 25 to 28 in Milan, Italy, was a thorough success for Dallmeier. The number of visitors was extraordinary and the VMC-1 "Eagle" won the Security & Safety Award which was presented at the occasion of the exhibition. The VMC-1 "Eagle" managed to prevail over a large starting field in the qualification stage. In the final round the product even...

Frank Webb is the new Regional Sales Manager for Basler Effective immediately, Frank Webb is the new Regional Sales Manager for Basler's IP camera series. Frank will be based in Basler's US subsidiary located in Exton, PA and will be responsible for the IP camera customers in North, Central, and South America, including the USA and Canada. Frank has been with the company for almost three years. He moved from his previous position as a sales manager in the machine vision industry, where he g...