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SecuTech is the largest Asian exhibition with over 650 exhibitors and a showground extending beyond 24,000 square feet.Videotec's positioning unit Ulisse received the prestigious SecuTech Award 2007 in the Outstanding Innovation category as the panel of judges has acknowledged a truly revolutionary product.  This award again proves that Videotec's Ulisse is the benchmark for moveable cameras in outdoor applicationsAlessio Grotto, Videotec President, confirmed: "Ulisse proved to be one...

Dedicated Micros - part of AD Group - used IFSEC 2007 to spotlight a range of NetVu Connected CCTV products that have an embedded video analytics capability from the start.  Determined to lead the market, the company is the first to introduce a truly integrated, embedded software and hardware, platform providing intelligent CCTV solutions for key applications from transport to retail.To deliver this functionality, Dedicated Micros is able to unlock the benefits of AD Group's own NetVu Conne...

Bosch President cites Video Content Analysis as an exciting emerging technology that will greatly enhance CCTV effectivenessBosch Security Systems is reporting an excellent response to its technologies on show at the recent IFSEC 2007, with tangible enquiries from a cross-section of quality installers, consultants and end-users interested in its CCTV, Intruder and Communications technologies.Along with Bosch's extensive range of well-proven products, the new generation Autodome modular camera pr...

A leader in the manufacture of video security equipment, Pelco is pleased to announce several exciting new additions to its product line.  The following new products - and many more - will be on display at the Pelco booth, number 6G120, at the IFSEC 2007 Tradeshow.  Below is a brief summary of just a few of those new products that you will see at the show. Plug the power of Pelco directly into your Ethernet network with Camclosure IP.  With eight different camera/lens combinations...

The growth of CCTV domes at the expense of traditional box cameras in recent years has emphasised what an important surveillance tool these products are.However, while compact domes are suitable for general surveillance they are often found wanting in applications such as casino gaming tables and cash counting areas.  Here, the end-user needs close up detail but space is at a premium.  The camera must be either covert or at least discreet, and full-size domes can be too bulky and intru...

Axis Communications, the global leader in the network video market, is unveiling a total of four new IP-surveillance products at IFSEC 2007 (Hall 20, stand 15045) this week.Three new Axis megapixel network cameras will make their debut at IFSEC.  First, the AXIS 211M is a 1.3 megapixel network camera which uses megapixel resolution in MPEG-4 and Motion JPEG streams to achieve video surveillance with exceptional image detail, ideal for use in professional security applications.Two new megapi...

ioimage, the pioneer of intelligent video appliances designed for simplicity, announced today that it has embarked on a successful partnership with AASSET Security, a leading European manufacturer and distributor of CCTV and other security products and solutions.  According to the agreement, AASSET serve as a distributor of ioimage products in France.  Since the accord went into effect, AASSET has carried out a large number of small, medium and large ioimage-based security installation...

Industry veteran Bob Schindler was recently appointed National Sales and Key Accounts Manager for CCTV Sales for the Fujinon Broadcast and Communications Products Division. In his new role, Schindler will restructure Fujinon's CCTV division, supervise and support its regional managers nationwide, significantly expand sales, and raise awareness of Fujinon's CCTV lenses across the diverse customer base."Fujinon makes superior CCTV lenses and has a well-established, proven track record...

Zoom lenses from Rainbow are being installed across Dublin as the Irish police force (Garda) expands and upgrades city centre security systems.The lenses, which have various focal lengths, are being used at shopping precincts, tourists quarters, leisure facilities and on river frontage.  Extensive use is being made of 7.5-112.5mm models.  These are functioning from high-resolution cameras and are used in colour, monochrome and infrared modes according to the nature of the site and ligh...

High-resolution bullet cameras from Rainbow are being used for security monitoring and licence plate recognition at the vehicle terminal serving Europe's busiest port, Dover.  The cameras are allowing Kent Police to observe both freight and car traffic at the Eurotunnel plaza in Folkestone which connects with the M20 motorway.  They are being used within ticket machines and operator's booths, the system activation being hardware triggers from loops on traffic lanes or contact closure w...

Specialist IP CCTV supplier Controlware Communications has been shortlisted for the Best Project Award as well as the Association of Chief Police Officers (ACPO) award for use of technology for improving public safety at this years IFSEC Innovation awards.The judging panel were specifically looking for innovative installations that have a significant impact on public safety and have selected the North Lanarkshire Council project Controlware have been working on with partners ntl:Telewest Busines...

Senai International Airport, one of Malaysia's fastest growing airport hubs, has installed IndigoVision's IP Video technology to provide site-wide CCTV surveillance.  The Airport is located at the southern gateway of the Malaysian Peninsula in one of the country's strategic development zones, the newly launched Iskandar Development Region.  The airport has both a passenger terminal and a separate logistics and cargo complex, with plans to handle 2 million tonnes of cargo a...

In keeping with tradition, Videotec will exhibit at IFSEC introducing several new products:Medusa is the new benchmark for enclosure for speed domes and network PTZ cameras.  Built in solid aluminium alloy, with a optically correct window made in polycarbonate, Medusa offers a innovative patented installation system A complete range of camera housings for thermal cameras applications.  Ideal for a extremely wide range of applications such as: fire monitoring and rescue, public safety,...

NICE Systems will be providing a live demonstration of its complete end-to-end IP video security solution, NiceVision Net, managed by the NiceVision ControlCenter application suite, at IFSEC 2007. Launched earlier this year NiceVision Net is part of the NiceVision suite.  It provides an enterprise-class, scalable and open IP system that includes edge devices, network video recorders (NVRs), video content analytics, extensive event management and control room visualisation.NiceVision Net ena...

Optex Europe, the leading manufacturer of internal and external detection technology, has promoted Nigel Hackett to Director in charge of sales within its REDWALL RVR division.  He will be responsible for managing and developing markets for external sensors in Europe and the Middle East, with specific emphasis on the remote video response sector. Nigel has worked in the security industry for more than 20 years, and has extensive knowledge particularly of the CCTV and systems integration bus...

Sophisticated technology from Bosch Security Systems (BSS) is playing a central role in a major new CCTV installation by CDS (Computerised & Digital Security Systems) at the University of Glamorgan, Wales, as it migrates its existing analogue CCTV system over to IP.The system, specified by the University in conjunction with specialist consultants Global MSC Security, is an entirely Bosch-based solution comprising primarily fully-functional high-speed domes and associated transmission and dig...

Raytec has announced the appointment of Anna Pearson as their new Export Sales Executive. Anna speaks French and German and will provide sales support to Raytec's international partners.Her appointment signifies Raytec's continuing commitment to offer the highest levels of support to all their customers.Raytec illuminators have been supplied to over 30 countries and the company is experiencing strong sales growth.

Wireless IP technology from Bosch Security Systems (BSS) installed by Central Security Systems (CSS), a leading specialist in local authority CCTV solutions, is proving a winning combination for Gedling Borough Council in protecting local residents from petty and serious crime as part of a much wider crime and disorder partnership initiative.Four town centres - Arnold, Mapperley, Carlton and Netherfield - will be making maximum use of some of the latest camera, encoder, recording and video manag...

Raytec's new 300 series illuminator is a finalist for "The Best New CCTV Product" at IFSEC 2007.  The awards are the highlight of the IFSEC exhibition and recognise outstanding performance in product innovation and performance. Available in Infra-Red and White-Light variations, the 300 Series illuminator is a World first in high power, wide angle and long life lighting.  It incorporates Adaptive illumination™ and is the ultimate flexible light reaching distances beyond...

Cware is a highly versatile open management suite that is based on over 25 years communications networking experience.  Two Cware versions are available, a standalone version supporting up to 64 cameras called Integra, and an enterprise client-server based version for larger networks called Prime.  With more than a decade of specific expertise in the provision of IP CCTV products, solutions, and services our extensive experience lies at the heart of Cware development. Many surveillance...

ADPRO Video surveillance and ANPR combine to test new technology and re-capture stolen vehicles in Bury.Innovative ADPRO video surveillance technology from Vision Systems Europe, combined with Automatic Number Plate Recognition (ANPR) and wireless communications from Motorola, are being used for the first time to help The Greater Manchester Police crack down on vehicle crime.Bury Council piloted the scheme by targeting one of the busiest car parks in the district.  It installed a single inf...

This year, artec technologies will again be represented at the IFSEC in Birmingham from the 21st to the 24th of May, and will show the visitors a number of novel solutions for the areas of digital image storage, HYBRID technology and megapixels.As the leading company in HYBRID technology and a specialist in "video over IP networks," artec technologies inc. will continue to emphasize a solutions-oriented portfolio of products in the future.One of the highlights at th...

Dedicated Micros - part of AD Group - will be using IFSEC 2007 to profile its innovative CCTV solutions, ranging from the new enterprise-level HighVu Excel to the feature-rich SD Range, as well as launching new video analytics capabilities and celebrating the company's landmark 25 years as a leader in the industry. HighVu Excel, which will be on stand for the first time at IFSEC 2007 is a modular, expandable, high performance CCTV recording and IP transmission solution and represents a gener...

Panasonic Security Systems, a division of Panasonic System Solutions Company (PSSA), announced the winners of their daily giveaway of a 32" Panasonic LCD TV at the ISC West trade show held in Las Vegas in March.  The three winners are Al Khorram of Innova Global Technology, Inc., Santa Ana, CA; Basil Avery of Global Security Network, LLC, Topanga, CA; and Cory Schott of Dehart Alarm Systems, Inc. Sarasota, FL.  To be eligible for the promotion, attendees needed to visit the Panaso...

Petards, Inc., the US Subsidiary of Petards Group plc and AIM listed developer of advanced surveillance systems, today announced that Robert J. Gitre has joined the company as director of Western regional sales and business development."We are pleased to have Bob join our growing team," said Frank Baitman, president of Petards, Inc.  "His experience in IP-based video solutions and proven success in selling leading-edge technologies into the video surveillance market will be a...

The CCTV system at the ITN building in Gray's Inn Road, London has recently been upgraded to take advantage of the latest advances in digital recording.The home of ITV and Channel 4 news programmes previously had a CCTV system that used analogue video recorders to store images captured by the cameras located in and around the building.Quantum Security was commissioned to research and subsequently install a digital video recording system."Working in conjunction with our suppliers Videcon...

Janaf Plc., headquartered in Zagreb, Croatia, is managing an oil pipeline system, as a modern, efficacious and cost-efficient crude oil transportation system for both local and foreign users.  Janaf  has adopted , thanks to the integrator Tehnozavod Marusic k.d., a project for video-monitoring a pipeline streching from Serbian border to the Adriatic sea.Tehnozavod has designed and implemented an IP based system, teaming up with Videotec.  The first trance of 5 was realised on Adri...

IP Video systems manufacturer IndigoVision is providing the technology behind a new Homeland Security system for New London in Connecticut. New London is a thriving coastal city with a number of important and sensitive military, nuclear power generation and industrial sites.  Local security is therefore of prime importance to the Police Department, who are working in partnership with the Coast Guard and other agencies to ensure the community remains secure and to enable timely emergency res...

Kazan, the capital of the republic of Tatarstan, Russia, is one of the largest economic, scientific and cultural centres in Russia, as well as the oldest city with over 1000 years of Russian Federation history. The challenge The evolution of modern Kazan requires a pleasant ambience to live in.  First of all, arrangements have to be made for public safety, law and order, prevention of criminal activities, vandalism and terrorism.  The integration of an urban video surveillance syste...

Reinforcing its comprehensive technical support to the indirect channel, Stanley Security Solutions has invested in a new training centre at its offices in Stockport.The company, which has over 200 dealer and distributor customers UK-wide, has always seen product training as vital in maintaining good long term relationships with the installer channel.  This latest modern facility will enable it to offer more intensive training courses across a broad range of products.The training is availab...