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Sony recently revealed how it has met one of Europe's most complicated security challenges by creating and delivering an intelligent and efficient security system for Spain's Line 9.  The system will provide reassurance and protection for the 90 million passengers that use Line 9 every year by connecting more cameras than the rest of the Barcelona's underground lines put together, to guarantee constant, blanket surveillance.  Altogether, 2937 SNC-CS50P IP network cameras are insta...

The Marshalls Jaguar, Range Rover and Volvo showrooms were the first dealerships to trial the REDWAVE technology Innovative REDWAVE external intruder detection technology from Optex Europe, leaders in detection technology, is playing an essential role in increasing security and virtually eliminating false alarms at a number of Marshalls automotive dealerships in Peterborough. The Marshalls Jaguar, Range Rover and Volvo showrooms - all part of the Premier Automotive Group...

Axis Communications, Bosch Security Systems and Sony Corporation have announced that they will be cooperating to create an open forum aimed at developing a standard for the interface of network video products.  Currently, there is no global standard defining how network video products such as cameras, video encoders and video management systems should communicate with each other.  The new standard is expected to comprise interfaces for specifications such as video streaming, device dis...

Safety is a vital concern for the energy industry.  When potentially flammable materials such as oils and natural gas are used in generating power, the need to maintain all plant, equipment and machinery to the highest level of excellence is an absolute priority.At the same time, the hazardous environment created while a plant is operation can make it difficult or impossible for engineers to check equipment and track down any faults - and remote monitoring devices can often give insufficien...

BQT Solutions, a company already well established in the provision of access control, biometrics and surveillance systems, will be exhibiting their design capability to provide full security solutions combining CCTV and perimeter security to meet the demanding needs of transport gateways at TranSec World Expo 2008 in June (stand F-12).BQT's existing customers include high security government and military installations, corporate customers and SMEs.  By utilising the integrated capabili...

  The market uptake of high-resolution network video cameras is growing quickly H.264 is the newest standard in uncompromised surveillance data compression and it is supported in Sony network cameras by Milestone Systems, a leading developer of XProtect™ open platform IP video management software.  This will be demonstrated at the IFSEC security industry show in the UK next week. In Birmingham UK from 12-15 May at the Milestone Systems IFSEC stand, two top range models of So...

CCTV cameras utilising SANYO's unique Pan-Focus technology are helping to create a safe and secure environment at the new Docklands Light Railway, Langdon Park Station.30 SANYO cameras have been located at the station, the majority incorporating PAN-Focus technology, which ensures that the camera lens keeps all objects in focus no matter how close or far away they are from the camera.  The x2.6 lens depth of field is such that it does not require any manual focus adjustment to deliver clear...

IndigoVision's complete end-to-end IP Video system is providing the CCTV surveillance for an impressive integrated security system for the Nelson Mandela Bay Metropolitan Municipality located in the Eastern Cape province of South Africa.  The metro area is home to over 1.3 million people, covers an area of 2000 km² and includes the towns of Uitenhage and Despatch, together with Port Elizabeth which will be a host city for the 2010 Soccer World Cup.The IP-CCTV system, which was supplied...

Mayflex, the Cabling Infrastructure, Networking and Security solutions distributor, will be exhibiting at IFSEC for the second year running.  IFSEC is held at the NEC in Birmingham, 12th - 15th May, and is deemed the meeting place for the security industry, offering an excellent platform for both visitors and exhibitors to meet and source new products and opportunities.Mayflex will feature a selection of products from their product portfolio including the Mobotix range of IP security camera...

AMG Systems Ltd. has announced it will launch a new range of analogue and digital wireless transmission products at IFSEC 2008.  The announcement follows AMG's breakthrough in spring 2006 when it launched the AMG 3700 series, the world's first fibre optic transmission system to integrate ethernet with high quality uncompressed video.SkywaveT will be available for both single and multi-camera systems.  The product series can transmit video, RS485 data, un-directional audio and alarm con...

Samsung Techwin has recently recruited Gary Fletcher-Moore as UK Technical Manager for their CCTV division.Gary has worked within the electronic security industry for over twenty-two years, the last six of which were as the head of Technical Support for Pelco UK. Commenting on his appointment, Gary said:  "Samsung Techwin's R&D programme continues to generate some truly impressive advances in CCTV technology.  My objectives are to provide the best possible levels of pre and po...

In Port Elizabeth in the United States, New Jersey-based Maher Terminals, one of the world's largest independent multi-user container terminal operators, relies on JVC to enhance traffic monitoring of the facility including loading areas and cranes loading containers on to ships.The company utilises JVC's VR-N1600U network video recorders (NVR) and VN-C655U high-performance IP-network based dome cameras.  Here, Maher Terminals can easily provide access for up to 10 users to view terminal ac...

Optelecom-NKF, Inc., a leading global supplier of advanced video surveillance solutions, recently announced results for its first quarter ended March 31, 2008. Revenue for the quarter advanced to $10.5 million, an increase of 19% compared to the same quarter last year.  Gross profit increased to $6.5 million, up 31% for the three months ended March 31, 2008.  Operating expenses were $5.9 million for the quarter ended March 31, 2008 compared to $5.0 million in the first quarter of...

Friends and enemiesPlants, insects, and the variety of ways in which they communicate chemically are the primary focus of the research work conducted by the Max Planck Institute for Chemical Ecology in Jena.  This includes the chemical defense strategies plants use to protect themselves against enemies like caterpillars, from whom they cannot run or hide.  Instead, they simply poison the greedy foes, mobilise winged assistants with scented signals, or inform neighbouring plants that m...

Extensive products and servicesSolid structural timber, boards, planks, wedge boards, floorboards, plywood, dimensional lumber and rough boards.  Each day, approximately 300 cubic metres of cut lumber leave the some 45,000 m2 factory premises of Dickel-Holz in Schmalenberg-Bad Fredeburg in eastern North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany.  The sawmill is able to respond quickly to even the smallest orders and special customer requests.  Finishing processes like heat treatment, drying, imp...

Dedicated Micros - part of AD Group - will be using IFSEC 2008 to highlight the quantum leap in capability of its NetVu Connected CCTV systems from High Definition CCTV to major video management developments which are designed to dramatically enhance the experience of end users operating the company's systems.Revolutionary new user interface designs being unveiled by Dedicated Micros for IFSEC 2008 include an on-screen 'Point&Go' PTZ (Pan, Tilt, Zoom) control capability - a key feature...

Axis Communications, the market leader in network video, has appointed a new managing director of Axis Communications (UK) Ltd after the current UK & Ireland managing director, Steve Gorski, has been appointed US distribution and channel manager, based in the Axis' US regional office in Boston.  The new positions will be effective on 19 May 2008.Doyle hails from leading retail technology group TAG Company Limited, a specialist in Electronic Article Surveillance (EAS) and management info...

  On-Net Surveillance Systems, Inc., (OnSSI), and Splinternet Holdings, Inc., join to offer newly integrated products On-Net Surveillance Systems, Inc., (OnSSI), and Splinternet Holdings, Inc., recently announced an alliance under which the companies will work together to support each other's newly integrated product offerings in the security marketplace.In the integrated systems, security cameras move their focus to the location where radiation is detected by Splinternet's G...

With security the number one priority for UK airport operators, technology is continuing to play a key role in meeting strict government guidelines.  A recent system upgrade at London Luton Airport by ICTS (International Consultants on Targeted Security) has demonstrated how the latest digital security solutions, including Digital Video Recorders (DVRs) from Dedicated Micros and associated NetVu ObserVer software, can be used to extend the capability of a system across multiple users to pro...

CCTV specialist AD Group is sponsoring the ambitious "Vulcan to the Sky"' project designed to return an original Vulcan V-bomber to flight and allow the majestic delta-wing design to once again wow the crowds at public air displays.  As part of its support for the project, AD Group plans to supply a state-of-the-art FlightVu digital video recorder - and associated CCTV cameras - from its subsidiary AD Aerospace to provide valuable in-flight footage of this historic aircraft.To rea...

Axis Communications, the global leader in the network video market, recently announced that Anixter has won the Distributor Partner of the Year award and Norbain won the Best UK Distributor Award.  The awards were presented at Axis's annual Distributor Conference on 9th - 11th April, which was held at Forte Village, Sardinia, and attended by 127 customers from more than 30 countries. The conference's central theme was "Welcome to a new world of video surveillance".  During th...

Intrepid Security has retained the consultancy services of Barry Vincent.Barry is an extremely experienced security professional.  A former police officer, he has previously held the position of Head of Security of the distribution and supply chain for Tesco.  More recently, he had responsibility for Tesco's business continuity and crisis management arrangements, developing scenario planning and training for operational directors.Commenting on the decision to utilise Barry's...

The Port of Grimsby & Immingham, the UK's largest port by tonnage is now taking advantage of the latest digital networked CCTV technology from Dedicated Micros, recommended by installer DJ Byers CCTV, to maximize both security and the port's operational and logistical processes.Owner and operator Associated British Ports (ABP) turned to DJ Byers CCTV to advise on how best to bring its existing under-utilised and cumbersome analogue CCTV system into the digital era.The initial installation ac...

    Datacom will market and support EVT's line of Video Management Systems (VMS) and Networked Video Recorders (NVRs) in the USCompanies showcased open-architecture video management software at ISC West 2008DataCom Systems Inc., a leader in surveillance and monitoring solutions, today announced a new partnership with EVT, a provider of video management software.  Datacom will market and support EVT's line of Video Management Systems (VMS) and Networked Video Recorders (NVRs)...

Pelco, a leader in the manufacture of video and security equipment, will display several new additions to its product line at IFSEC 2008 in Birmingham, England.  The following new products - and many more - will be on display at the Pelco stand, number 8030, Hall 6, May 12-15.  Listed below are a few of the new products that you will see at the show.Spectra IV IP An IP-based camera/dome positioning system with the features, responsiveness and reliability of the most trusted name in the...

Agent Vi, developers of enterprise video analytics software to improve security, business intelligence and operations, recently announced it has been selected by the Dolmabahçe Palace in Istanbul, Turkey to provide its video analytics technology to protect the historic facility. Built in 1853 and open to the public for tours today, the 11.2-acre complex includes a 285-room palace with the world's largest collection of Bohemian and Baccarat crystal chandeliers.  It also features 150-y...

IndigoVision, the leading supplier of complete IP Video and Alarm management solutions, has been honoured by Frost & Sullivan with the prestigious 2008 European Network Video Surveillance Award for Customer Value Enhancement.  The award is presented each year to the company that has demonstrated more innovative, value creation and enhancement strategies than competing vendors.This Award has been presented to IndigoVision in recognition of the company's ability to offer a complete range...

At 50 km long with 37.8 km running underneath the English Channel, the Channel Tunnel is the longest underwater tunnel in the world.  It is hailed by international civil engineering experts in the US and Europe as "the greatest infrastructure success of the 20th century."  Eurotunnel owns the concession to operate it until 2086.  212 million passengers and 196 million tonnes of merchandise have passed through the Tunnel since the commercial opening in spring 1994.So it w...

The new Charlestown, Rhode Island police station was built just over a year ago, providing the opportunity to upgrade their surveillance tools with the latest technology, including scalable IP video software from Milestone Systems. The coastal community of Charlestown, Rhode Island, includes the largest camping grounds on the entire Eastern seaboard of the USA, and eight miles of beachfront.  There are two state beach facilities and two town beaches, plus about six miles of unprotected beac...

A visit to the Extreme, Derwent and Forward Vision stand (#16045) at this year's IFSEC exhibition could leave you with more than just the lo-down on the very latest products in the IP, illumination and PTZ technology arenas.They will be offering a brand-new Suzuki RMZ250K8 Trials Bike to one lucky visitor who enters their free prize draw at their stand.  Designed to tackle any environment, the RMZ250K8 is robust and designed to offer maximum performance in challenging conditions - the perfe...