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The HawkEye Effect has released its new HawkEye Site mapping module that can be easily integrated into security systems and video management software such as Milestone XProtect. In addition, the module incorporates IP cameras and sensors like Optex Redscan IP laser detectors, which can provide the precise coordinates of an intrusion. As part of the HawkEye suite of products, the software can then trigger CCTV PTZ cameras to track and record the intruder real-time, at higher zoom levels providing...

Manufacturers of PD6662 compliant products will give practical demonstrations of the products Leading organisations from across the security industry are to impart their shared expertise at a forthcoming series of seminars entitled PD6662: The Industry Debate, aimed at educating a wider audience about the implications of the PD6662 scheme relating to hold-up and intruder alarms. The British Security Industry Association (BSIA) will be joined by the National Security Inspector...

iOmniscient is pleased to announce the launch of iQ-Nose, a highly intelligent system capable of detecting the smell of a chemical through its unique composition. iOmniscient’s primary focus has always been on the analysis of video and consequently has been heralded as the international leader in Video Analytics with the patented ability to perform complex detection and identifications in difficult scenes. By combining the ability to SEE and SMELL the gas there is a much higher probability...

The involvement of representative bodies is a key part of the IQ stakeholder engagement strategy The International Professional Security Association (IPSA) has become the latest representative body from the security industry to become a member of Industry Qualifications. As a representative member of IQ, IPSA will play an important role in shaping the IQ offer for the security sector, in addition to working with IQ on the development of qualifications to support IPSA training...

The G2 security system supports instant alarm signalling Introduction ICTS UK, a subsidiary of ICTS Europe BV, specialises in the provision of integrated security solutions. The ICTS canine services division, based in Didcot, is a core ICTS service, where dedicated handlers look after and train sniffer dogs to provide invaluable materials detection services in high profile environments. In order to ensure the protection of these valuable assets, and accompanying potentially...

Skyguard allows an unlimited number of users to share a device NHS Stockport has adopted Skyguard’s lone worker safety service, replacing its existing Identicom solution purchased through a framework agreement. In 2009, NHS Trusts across England and Wales purchased personal alarms (in most cases, the Identicom i750*) for their lone working employees through a national framework agreement, which was part-funded by the government. However, funding was only for the first tw...

The report states that integrators can remainprofitable if they focus on increasing serviceand maintenance revenue As dark economic clouds continue to linger across the world, how can building automation integrators guarantee future success? A recent report from IMS Research (recently acquired by IHS Inc. (NYSE:IHS)), states if integrators focus on increasing service and maintenance revenue they can remain profitable despite the economic conditions. The IMS Research repor...

Orchard Fencing fits perimeter security solutions across the south and south-west of England The success or failure of a criminal attack on your site will probably be decided within a few seconds, at the perimeter, says Chris Rust, MD of Orchard Fencing. With modern attack methods and the availability of portable power tools, it’s much harder these days to create an impenetrable barrier. But security planners have new tools too – so with the right approach, and a...

SIA's online report states that Brazil security market is expected to triple within five years The Security Industry Association (SIA) recently released the most updated and comprehensive resource available on the electronic physical security market in Brazil: the 2012 Brazil Security Market Report. Both the public and private sectors in Brazil are investing heavily in security equipment, as that nation prepares to host the 2014 FIFA World Cup and the 2016 Summer Olympics and...

Refurbishment work was recently completed at the K&N Kenanga International building in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, a 22-storey commercial structure with a three-and-a-half-storey annexed podium block, located in Kuala Lumpur's central business district. New features of the refurbished main lobby include a physical access control system based on the contactless LEGIC technology, a food and beverage area and an information counter. Kaba Jaya Security was selected to provide electronic access con...

SSAIB presents security screening certification to consultancy External Quality Management Ltd. SSAIB, the UK’s leading Certification Body for organisations providing a variety of electronic security, manned guarding services, fire protection, intruder and other alarm systems, has awarded its first security screening certification – marking the start of a brand new scheme. SSAIB’s Accreditation and Certification Manager, Geoff Rendall, recently presented a c...

IFSEC & Homeland Security India to take place from 1-3 Nov 2012 at the India Expo Centre in Greater Noida, India Having gained its foothold as the most prominent exhibition for the commercial and homeland security sector, IFSEC & Homeland Security India is announcing plans to further develop the exhibition and its content to cater for the evolving needs of the booming Indian and South Asian security industry. After a recent visit to India to meet key event stakeholder...

Sean Ackroyd to boost UK sales for Harper's new perimeter intrusion detection systems Sean Ackroyd has joined Harper Chalice Group Limited to spear-head the UK sales of their FenceSecure and WallSecure™electronic perimeter intrusion detection systems. Sean has more than 25 years’ electronic security industry experience and has worked at all levels from installation engineer to Branch Manager. Graham Harper, Managing Director of Harper Chalice Group Limited stated,...

The BSIA has supported the CPNI's guide to help security managers improve and maintain staff motivation  The British Security Industry Association (BSIA) welcomes the publication of updated guidance by the Centre for the Protection of National Infrastructure (CPNI) designed to help security managers improve and maintain staff motivation.Drawing on lessons learnt from a number of pilot schemes across the UK and the success of the original piece of work, the inter...

Europa becomes a member of the International Professional Security Association Europa has further demonstrated a commitment to being recognised as a first class provider of professional security services after becoming a member of the International Professional Security Association (IPSA). A presentation ceremony confirmed Europa’s membership to the organisation, whose aim is to enhance the professionalism of the security industry whilst improving the status of members...

Cassidian and Carl Zeiss AG partner to run Carl Zeiss Optronics Cassidian and Carl Zeiss AG have agreed to run the optronics and optics activities of Carl Zeiss Optronics GmbH jointly in future. In a contract signed on 13 July 2012 between EADS Deutschland GmbH – Cassidian’s German legal entity – and Carl Zeiss AG, the two partners stipulated that Cassidian would acquire 75.1 per cent of the shares in Carl Zeiss Optronics GmbH, headquartered in Oberkochen, G...

ADT received the awards for its strategic investment in its state-of-the-art Customer Service Centre ADT Fire & Security, Europe’s leading provider of electronic fire and security solutions, has announced that it has received the prestigious Ska Gold environmental accreditation award for its strategic investment in its state-of-the-art Customer Service Centre on New York Street in Manchester. This recognition will be the first rating of its kind in the Northern regio...

As higher education facilities’ professionals look for innovative ways to fund campus refurbishment programs and upgrade building systems, performance contracting is becoming an increasingly popular means through which efficiencies can be achieved with a budget-neutral approach. Administrators at West Virginia University (WVU) chose this option to address their eight million square foot built environment, significantly improving facilities and increasing energy efficiency, while at the sam...

Visonic's visual alarm verification solution, RealAlarm, is a powerful tool that enables monitoring stations to avoid unnecessary responses to false alarms and to remotely assess the situation when an alarm is real. PIR cameras installed in strategic locations on the premises immediately turn on when alarm is activated. Monitoring facility personnel can review images taken by the cameras prior to notifying the authorities and provide detailed information to respondents about the emergency. Arme...

BS:5979 compliance means the council control room can now obtain police response for intruder alarm activations Bradford City Council has achieved the British Standard for Alarm Receiving Centres, BS:5979 Cat II. Although the authority has been monitoring council alarms since 2002, the decision was taken to become accredited, adding further credibility to its service. Operating alongside their public space CCTV, BS:5979 compliance means the council control room can now obtain...

Hallbergmoos High School is an educational site, a meeting place and a workplace for 15 teachers, more than 120 students and many participants of evening classes. The Hallbergmoos community in Upper Bavaria set a great example with their investment. The trend-setting Bosch security technology installed at the site soon proved its worth when young intruders were identified from recorded video images, allowing them to be apprehended just a few days later. Faced with such strong evidence, the culpr...

Geoff Zeidler will serve as BSIA Chairman for a two-year period, with support from Julie Kenny Demonstrating the tangible benefits of trade association membership is key to the British Security Industry Association’s future growth and success, says Geoff Zeidler, the Association’s newly-appointed Chairman. In his inaugural address to BSIA members at the Association’s Annual Luncheon, Geoff stressed the importance of “absolute clarity” in setting...

HEDA PERIMETERLARM AB will distribute Harper's PulseSecure electrified perimeter security systems Harper Chalice Group is pleased to announce the appointment of HEDA PERIMETERLARM AB LIMITED as distributors in Scandinavia for PulseSecure electrified perimeter security systems. HEDA PERIMETERLARM AB is headed up by Jan-Olof Rosenqvist who was formerly Product Manager specialising in electronic perimeter security systems for Siemens Sweden. Following the appointment of HE...

The Pyronix Enforcer alarm system was donated to Eric Rivers, who suffers with Motor Neurone Disease The superior and unique features of the Pyronix Enforcer Wireless alarm system have catapulted it into the spotlight with an appearance on BBC’s DIY SOS. The Enforcer alarm system was kindly donated to Eric Rivers, who suffers with Motor Neurone Disease, by Dave Robertson the Managing Director of NSI Gold Company Fullstop Fire and Security. The install of the Enforcer was...

Texecom's forum will help keep customers updated with the latest developments from Texecom Texecom has launched a free online forum where customers and industry professionals can ask questions, discuss and learn about new developments from the company and within the security industry. Between the knowledge, experience and expertise of the company’s own staff and the community of security professionals, Texecom expects the new forum to offer an ideal platform for trouble...

SANS London 2012 is Europe's largest training event for information security professionals SANS London 2012, Europe’s largest training event for information security professionals will this year move from its traditional venue at East London’s Excel conference centre to the Grand Connaught Rooms in vibrant Covent Garden. “The decision has been made based on extensive feedback received from students over the last few years,” explains Gareth Dance, the C...

Julie Kenny receiving the award in recognition of her work at Pyronix In a category populated with directors from much larger companies such as BAE Systems and BT Openreach, it was fantastic that Julie Kenny CBE DL was awarded the National First Women Award for Engineering and Manufacturing. Hosting the awards, Clare Balding presented the award to Julie in recognition of what she has achieved as Chairman and CEO of Pyronix while at the same time promoting and supporting manufa...

David Evans is the Project Director of the Close Protection co-ordination unit With the Olympic and Paralympic Games about to arrive in London, time has almost run out for visiting VIPs and dignitaries looking to secure quality Close Protection for their visit to the UK. To help visitors locate a reputable supplier, the British Security Industry Association (BSIA) has launched a dedicated Close Protection co-ordination unit, which puts visiting dignitaries in touch with suppl...

Honeywell's First Alert Professional Program is the largest independent security dealer network in the USA Honeywell has welcomed one of southern California’s longest-standing security dealers to its First Alert Professional Program, the USA’s largest independent security dealer network. Pacific Alarm Systems provides installation, security monitoring and response services to approximately 4,500 homes and businesses throughout Los Angeles County.  The family-...

The program is designed for dealers with expertise in intrusion and fire, video surveillance and access control Honeywell announced recently that Minnesota-based Floyd Total Security has joined the Honeywell First Alert Professional Dealer Program, the largest independent security dealer network in North America. Floyd Total Security is a security provider that serves residential and commercial customers primarily in the education, government, retail and healthcare industries....