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BackgroundThe retail sector in Ireland has seen strong consumer expenditure in the last few years.  In addition to providing growth opportunities for national brands, global retailers including Harvey Nichols, H&M Hennes, La Senza, Footlocker and Jessop's have entered the Irish market.The traditional centres of Irish towns are often unable to accommodate the growing need for both commercial and residential property that this boom has spawned.  As a result, new satellite shopping ce...

The global leader in network video Axis Communications, is delighted that its Fixed Dome day/night network camera, the AXIS 225 FD, has been awarded ‘five star highly recommended' status by leading UK PC magazine, PC Pro, following an extensive review of the camera during March 2006.Summing up the camera, the reviewer, Dave Mitchell, described the camera as:"A tough customer that looks strong enough to handle the rigours of exterior network video surveillance, with top image quali...

Videotec is reporting a significant increase in the number of customers and new visitors popping into its stand and an excellent response to its products on show at the recent IFSEC 2006. Videotec has released at the show some new versions of ULISSE, equipped with Infra Red illuminators, for complete day/night surveillance, achieving effective 24/7 monitoring.Further to the possibility of installing your choice of cameras/lens and wiper option, ULISSE, equipped with two big IR, ensures the compl...

As per May 29th 2006, EverFocus Electronics AG announced the restructuring of the Management Board as follows:   Mr. James Weng - Chairman of the Management Board Mr. Dirk Reinders - PresidentJames Weng has been working for EverFocus Electronics Corp. for five years.  So far, he has run the US branch office and has taken over the position as Chief Operations Officer in our EverFocus head office in Taipei, Taiwan.  In order to globalize the EverFocus efforts and...

Axis Communications, the global leader in the network video market, recognised Gardiner for its achievements over the last 12 months in growing the IP-Surveillance market in the UK, at Axis' annual global distributor conference held in Mauritius on 3rd-6th May 2006.Gardiner was awarded ‘UK Distributor of the Year' for its commitment to building the IP-Surveillance market and a corresponding increase in sales of IP-Surveillance equipment. Steve Gorski, managing director, Axis Commun...

Vari-focal dome cameras from Rainbow have been installed at an Asda store in Dagenham, north-east London, as part of a pilot programme.The lenses have a focal length of 3.3-12mm.  This is an unusual range for a dome camera unit and the versatility allows installers to adjust the field of view in order to accommodate end-users who may have varying ceiling heights within the same property.  The unit frees installers from the constraints imposed by fixed lens domes.The Rainbow cameras are...

ACTi's Video Server, SED-2100R, and Transcoder, SED-3200, has enabled California's high school incorporate IP based CCTV systems.  Incorporating with customer's current DVR system, the new system solves the distance limitation between analog camera and DVR.  By deploying a hybrid CCTV+IP system, it provides simple and cost effective solution over LAN environments.There has been DVR system in the school already and the DVR system is planned to extend to remote cameras, which...

IndigoVision's complete IP Video solution is providing the innovative technology behind the new $1.3m City of Santa Monica Public Security Video System.  Installed by Federal Network Services, the 123-camera system is fully integrated with the City's existing security network.  The advanced CCTV system helps local officials detect and investigate suspicious activity, including potential acts of terrorism, around the Pier and Third Street Promenade - Santa Monica's popular l...

Vari-focal dome cameras from Rainbow have been installed at an Asda store in Dagenham, north-east London, as part of a pilot programme.The lenses have a focal length of 3.3-12mm.  This is an unusual range for a dome camera unit and the versatility allows installers to adjust the field of view in order to accommodate end-users who may have varying ceiling heights within the same property.  The unit frees installers from the constraints imposed by fixed lens domes.The Rainbow cameras are...

Car crime continues to be a major problem for the police, particularly in certain "hotspots" so it is encouraging to see that mobile CCTV systems are being used at the heart of new measures to catch unsuspecting criminals red-handed.The latest technique involves the parking-up of covert unmarked cars in areas where car theft is prevalent.  The real beauty of this solution is that from the outside the unmarked vehicle looks like any other car so criminals are caught completely unaw...

CBC has reported a significant increase in the number of customers visiting its stand at Ifsec this year.The manufacturer of Computar and Ganz branded surveillance products says serious business leads at the show were up by around 15% compared with last year, with enquiries from security installers and system designers showing the most significant rise."We're very pleased because we took a more strategic approach to our stand design and qualifying visitors", says Marketing Manager, Bin...

An innovative security solution including live video monitoring and public address technology is being trialled by the Co-operative Group to protect its staff and cut down on shoplifting.Two sites, in Goring-on-Sea, Worthing, and Scala, Bath, are taking part in the trial using Vision Systems ADPRO FastTrace Multi-Site Video Security System - a secure, cost-effective and reliable remote off-site video transmission and verification technology that enables rapid access to live events and insta...

Highlighting the value of an enhanced product offering boasting a Millbank voice response systemVision Systems is pleased to announce another successful collaboration with leading security and fire protection services provider Chubb who specified integrated systems solution for both The National Waterfront Museum in Swansea and The Welsh Assembly Building in Cardiff.Underlining the success of Vision Systems recent acquisition of Voice Alarm specialist Millbank, the system designed by Chubb's Sco...

TK MAXX has chosen SANYO as the "one-stop-shop" for their CCTV requirements.  Working in conjunction with installer, ID Technology Group, SANYO has provided the complete solution in over 80 of TK MAXX's stores.TK MAXX is part of TJX Companies Inc, a $14 billion operation with over 1,800 stores across the US and Canada.  The first TK Maxx in the UK opened in Bristol in 1994 and there will soon be over 200 stores throughout the UK and Ireland.The secret of TK MAXX's suc...

Industry has always been, and always will be, susceptible to breaches in security.  The diverse nature of the sector - anything from utilities and telecoms providers through to construction and heavy-duty manufacturing will have an equally diverse set of risks and the potential for a similarly broad range of CCTV-based security solutions to address these risks. A Facilities Manager working within a Gas Utility, for example, may be concerned with intruders gaining access to highly explosive...

Only ADPRO FastTrace meets renowned BMW dealer needsAfter an extensive tender process, BMW Park Lane - one of the world's most prestigious car dealership groups - has selected Vision Systems'  ADPRO FastTrace as the security system to guard its high-profile London sites.The tender was won by security systems provider Intruder International plc, who proposed ADPRO FastTrace as part of a major integrated CCTV, access control and intruder detection programme across the car dealership's six sit...

The ClientBoxtone Crawley owns the BP Spar Crawley Avenue service station, in Crawley, Sussex.  Located on a dual carriageway, it serves the busy commercial area and local community.  In addition to a four-lane petrol filling station, the Crawley Avenue service station offers customers a wide range of convenience goods including hot food, alcohol, groceries, drinks, snacks and magazines.  The SituationLike many forecourts the Crawley Avenue service station suffers from crimes such...

A major upgrade to security and public information systems, provided by Siemens Business Technologies, is helping Exchange Quay in one of Salford's premier business districts to retain and enhance the enviable reputation which has allowed it to attract a host of blue-chip tenants.Originally built in 1989 using futuristic building designs and strategically located at the entrance to the Salford Quays business area, the 12-acre Exchange Quay site has, since its opening, made effective use of CCTV...

Zareba Systems Europe Limited, a subsidiary of Zareba Systems, Inc. recently named Coventry based Simtec Products as the sole UK distributor of Zareba Systems perimeter security products.  The partnership will bring more focus to the sales and distribution of the company's security products in the UK.Managing Director Simon Ragdale says, "We are delighted to have formed this alliance with Simtec Products, drawing on the industry experience of John Simm, John introduced security ele...

According to figures published by the Metropolitan Police last year (Crime in London schools 2000-2004), every week in the UK there are 2,100 arson attacks, 20 schools are damaged or destroyed by arson, two people die and 55 people are injured in fire-related incidents, and the (direct) cost of arson is put at somewhere around £40 million.  The Met Police figures also show the number of burglaries at schools at 7,500 for the period, and a further 7,300 reports of criminal damage. The...

Honeywell today announced the appointment of Yves Pichon as marketing leader for Honeywell Security and Custom Electronics in Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA).  Based in Sophia Antipolis, Yves Pichon is responsible for product development and marketing for all commercial and residential solutions including the well-known Galaxy intruder panels and the Domonial wireless ranges.Yves Pichon's career in the security industry spans more than 16 years in key roles with Fichet Bauche, Sen...

Bewator Entro access control system was recently installed as part of Sweden's prominent Skarholmen Centre redevelopment. Leading access security specialist, Siemens Building Technologies Security Products, was commissioned by Swedish security installers, Skanska and Flexib El, to provide an integrated solution for security and access control to the construction site of this 60,000 m2, half a billion kronor (ca. 40 million pounds) Skarholmen redevelopment. This comprehensive redevelopm...

Two casinos, both called Paradise but although being located in different States, they are just 24 feet from each other.  Apart from sharing this unusual distinction and having the same name, the two casinos have other things in common.  Firstly, they are both owned by the Quechan Indian Tribe.  Secondly, both casinos will shortly be benefiting from the substantial investment that the Tribe has made in the very latest security technology to ensure that their guests can enjoy their...

First in a series of unified hospital security projects opens door to healthcare IT convergence engagements for premier security integrator MDI Security Systems, a division of MDI, Inc. and a leading manufacturer of unified security software, hardware and video solutions, today announced that they have partnered with Jenkins Security Solutions, a Walnut Creek, CA, based provider of integrated security services and converged security solutions to deploy the first in a series of security convergen...

Axis is establishing a presence in South Africa by taking over the personnel and offices from the company's former distributor, SCA Distribution, a well-established player on the South African market, with years of knowledge about Axis' products and solutions.  The office in Johannesburg will be staffed by six persons, with a focus on sales and working in accordance with the Axis sales model.The Axis EMEA (Europe, Middle East & Africa) region has been successfully offering netwo...

Milestone Systems, the world’s leading provider of open platform IP video surveillance software, officially launched their business in Japan with new partner KT Workshop at the Royal Danish Embassy in Tokyo on May 18th.  Milestone Systems has formed a new partnership in Japan with KT Workshop, who have built up a significant customer base installing Paxton Access Control solutions.   A good percentage of these customers are estimated to be interested in integrating with IP v...

Following the opening of an office in Dubai, MAXxess Systems have appointed Lee Williams as their System Sales Manager Middle East.Lee will be based in the MAXxess office  located  in the Airport Free Zone, Dubai but will be responsible for advising and supporting consultants  throughout the region to ensure that the full capabilities of MAXxess’s  AXxess NS and EndPoint™ systems are fully understood.  Prior to joining MAXxess Lee was with Kaba for three year...

Axis Communications has received Frost & Sullivan's 2006 Award for Market Penetration Leadership in network video.  The award is presented each year to the company that has demonstrated strategic excellence in product innovation, marketing, and sales strategies that have resulted in the largest gain in market share over the past two to three years.Frost & Sullivan identified Axis by analyzing market share gain, the company's increase in sales, and brand awareness efforts in...

Axis Communications, the market leading IP-Surveillance vendor, network cameras and video servers have been deployed at Data Electronics Group (DEG), a highly successful data centre provider serving large enterprises in Ireland. The products are designed to provide an additional layer of security on the data floors within DEG’s headquarters site at Kilcarbery Business Park (KBP) in Dublin. The new system consists of 60 AXIS 210 Network Cameras, 32 existing analogue-based CCTV cameras feedi...

The challenge facing the traffic monitoring system around Adelaide in South Australia is typical of many analogue CCTV systems worldwide – the cost to expand the system is prohibitive.  This is why they turned to IndigoVision’s IP Video technology to provide a migration path to a fully digital CCTV system.  South Australia’s Department of Transport had been looking to improve their traffic monitoring systems and recognised that IP Networked Video was the future for CC...