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Vigitron has won approval for its manufacturing processes from the international standards body ISOVigitron, the San Diego-based manufacturer of UTP transmission devices, has won approval for its manufacturing processes from the international standards body ISO.The company has been awarded ISO9001 certification, so becoming one of a small number of manufacturers of UTP products for CCTV applications in the world to receive this type of accreditation.The recognition is formal endorsement of a con...

A house or apartment can be made multimedia-compatible simply and cost-effectively with the new Mobotix Mx2wire media converterIn just a couple of minutes, a house or apartment can be made multimedia-compatible simply and cost-effectively with the new Mobotix Mx2wire media converter, which transforms a two-wire cable that is no longer used into a network cable including power supply. For instance, a telephone line, antenna cable or bell wire can be used to connect multimedia devic...

Praesideo Voice Evacuation and Public Address System from Bosch installed at Merida Exhibition Venue Merida is the capitol of the Extremadura region of Spain and was one of the most famous Roman capitols of the Iberian Peninsula. Today it features some of the best preserved Roman ruins in Europe and a spectacular new exhibition centre - the Merida Exhibition Venue  (Instituto Ferial de Mérida - IFEME). The centre includes many old converted buildings with special c...

ComNet Europe LTD recently announced the signing of a new distribution deal with Blue HelixComNet Europe LTD, of Leeds in the United Kingdom a manufacturer of fibre optic transmission and networking equipment, recently announced the signing of a new distribution deal with Blue Helix. Blue Helix is known as one of the United Kingdom's leading fibre optic technology distributors. They have established a reputation for their experience in the fibre market supplying fibre products, cables and s...

 Jeff Vaudrey, Managing Director, of PAS Sound Engineering selected TOA's NX-100 network audio adapterTOA's NX-100 Network Audio Adapter has been chosen as the hub of a new PA/VA installation at a large chemical plant in Wales. Specialist systems integration firm PAS Sound Engineering selected the NX-100 because of its ability to convert analogue audio into digital packets for transmission over an IP-based network. Jeff Vaudrey, Managing Director, of PAS Sound Engineering explains...

For the seventh year in a row, ISC West is one of the Fastest 50 growing tradeshows in North AmericaFor the seventh year in a row, ISC West has been recognised as one of the Fastest 50 growing tradeshows in North America by leading industry publication Tradeshow Week. ISC West has attained this status every year that Tradeshow Week has conducted the "Fastest 50" programme. Sponsored by the Security Industry Association (SIA) and organised by Reed Exhibitions, ISC West serves over 23,00...

John Bates, Chief Executive of the British Security Industry Association to step down with immediate effectJohn Bates is to step down as Chief Executive of the British Security Industry Association with immediate effect.John Bates comments: "It has been a privilege and I am proud to have led the BSIA. The team are conscientious, dedicated and serve the members well and I have enjoyed working with them. I am confident that the 'Better, Bigger and Stronger' agenda that I have championed, toge...

 Conway has been producing pan and tilts longer than any other current UK provider UK-based CCTV manufacturer Conway Security Products has updated its flagship pan and tilt to include features that facilitate the unit being supplied for installation directly onto legacy systems.Pan and tilts have a heritage going back to the 1970s and remains a cornerstone of applications where limited lens options mean domes cannot always provide suitable images. Locations such as prison perimeters, motorw...

BSIA members have been provided with information on the latest changes regarding BT's revised plans on 21CN Following last week's announcement of BT's revised plans on 21CN, the industry must quickly get to grips with the changes that a greater emphasis on a fibre infrastructure will bring says the British Security Industry Association (BSIA)."Over the past couple of years the industry has worked hard to work out the impact of 21CN on security equipment," says BSIA Technical Director,...

 Ian Irving will join Mayflex as Regional Sales Manager, Midlands and North, for Infrastructure ProductsMayflex, the cabling infrastructure, networking and physical security solutions distributor, has confirmed yet another significant recruitment to the business with the appointment of Ian Irving in the role of Regional Sales Manager, Midlands and North, for Infrastructure Products. Irving joins Mayflex after 15 years at Connectix, where his most recent role was that of Commercial/Sal...

Lily O'Brien's - an Irish success story The luxury chocolate manufacturer was founded in 1992 by Mary Ann O'Brien and named after her daughter, Lily. Since then the company has built a reputation for excellence in innovation, and has become internationally recognized for its unique recipes, taking inspiration from classic dessert recipes from across the globe. The company makes up to 65 tons of chocolate each week and exports 80% of its products. All products are manufactured at a 36,000 square...

BSIA Information Destruction Section welcomes the publication of new European Standard EN 15713:2009The Information Destruction Section of the British Security Industry Association has welcomed the publication of a new European Standard for the sector - EN 15713:2009.BSIA members have played an integral role in the development of the document which was initially written as a BSIA code of practice and then became a British Standard, before finally being developed into a European Standard.BSIA Inf...

Millennium Point in Birmingham, West MidlandsNetVu Connected CCTV technology from Dedicated Micros - part of AD Group - is playing a key role at the £114 million Millennium Point, situated in Birmingham in the West Midlands, an impressive flagship development and the largest Millennium Project outside of London. Created specifically to encourage science, technology and education in the region, it is now home to the innovative Thinktank - Birmingham's award-winning Science Museum - that fea...

The network uses Alvarion's point-to-point BreezeNET B and point-to-multipoint BreezeACCESS VL The ChallengeThe Municipality of Vic sought to deploy a traffic surveillance network for the Guardia Urbana (Urban Guard) that could seamlessly integrate with the existing analogue CCTV system. Since there was no communications infrastructure in place, the municipality required a vendor who could implement the entire network. Vic officials also required a highly secure network that could be controlled...

   Workshop Manager Jim Hallet sets up new Samsung Electronics equipment at the Tavcom Training Centre Delegates attending CCTV and Network IP courses at the Tavcom Training Centre will find the wide range of security equipment in the company's electronic workshops has once again been extended and improved after the company received generous support from Samsung Electronics, one of the world's leading manufacturers. Samsung recently donated a valuable selection of di...

Mike Lewis from Mobotix presenting the award to Martin Morris, Rebecca Hutchins and Tracey CalcuttMayflex, the cabling infrastructure, networking and physical security solutions distributor, has been recognised by two of its key security suppliers at their recent partner conferences. The first award was presented to Martin Morris, Security Sales Manager for Mayflex by Mark Staples, UK Sales Manager, of GE Security at their Business Partner meeting held in Bruges, Belgium on the 29...

OnSSI's cutting-edge video management software is used to detect radiation in dirty bombsOn-Net Surveillance Systems, Inc. (OnSSI) and Defentect are working together in a research demonstration project run by San Diego State University's Homeland Security Program and the SDSU Immersive Visualisation Centre ("Viz Centre") that focuses on technologies and best practices needed to address the illicit transport of radiological materials used to make dirty bombs. The project creat...

 Cypress Computer Systems chooses ComNet to develop fiber optic interface for their access control product lineCommunication Networks of Danbury, Connecticut, known as ComNet, a leading manufacturer of fibre optic transmission and networking equipment, has been selected by Cypress Computer Systems to develop a fiber optic interface to be used with their line of access control and facility management systems. Cypress Computer Systems turned to ComNet due to their reputation for developing a...

 Pelco has announced that its IP Road Shows have been a huge success, with more than 1,200 participants to datePelco has announced that its IP Road Shows have been a huge success, with more than 1,200 participants to date. "We are just about half way through our Road Show schedule, and we are very pleased with the fantastic response and large number of sign-ups to date," says Paul Novak, Vice President of Industry Solution Sales. "We continue to encourage people to sign up fo...

Casino Théâtre Barrière de Toulouse deployed IndigoVision's IP Video solution for its demanding security surveillance requirementsOne of France's newest casino and entertainment centres in Toulouse has deployed IndigoVision's IP Video solution for its demanding security surveillance requirements. The Casino Théâtre Barrière de Toulouse is an exciting 14,000m² venue, which includes a 1,200 seat theatre, 3 restaurants, 3 bars, 14 gaming tables and 250 s...

 Aaron Tesnow represents AES as Director of Federal Business DevelopmentAES Corporation has launched the new AES Federal Security Solutions Division, which provides security products and services for Federal market customers. The new group expands the role of Aaron Tesnow, who represents AES inside the beltway as Director of Federal Business Development."We understand how important and critical our Federal customer's needs are and this will allow us to better serve them in order to mee...

IndigoVision's complete IP-CCTV solution was deployed during the Copa Telmex 2009 tennis tournamentIndigoVision's complete IP-CCTV solution was deployed during the Copa Telmex 2009 tennis tournament in Buenos Aires to provide security surveillance throughout the event. Copa Telmex is one of the most prestigious tennis tournaments in Latin America and is an ATP World Tour 250 series event. The competition is staged every year on clay courts at the 5,500 capacity Buenos Aires Lawn Tennis Club loca...

 Julie Kenny CBE DL has been appointed vice-chairman of the British Security Industry AssociationJulie Kenny CBE DL has been appointed as the new vice-chairman of the British Security Industry Association.Julie Kenny has been involved in the BSIA for some 17 years including two stints as Chairman of the Security Equipment Manufacturers Section. Julie is Managing Director of Pyronix Limited, and Chairman, CEO and major shareholder of its parent company Secure Holdings Limited.John Bates, BSI...

 2009 PSA-TEC conference, held in St. Charles, Illinois, was a success for Pelco and employeesThe 2009 PSA-TEC conference, held in St. Charles, Illinois, was a success for Pelco and employees. Earning a prestigious PSA Security Network award, Pelco as well as several Pelco employees took home awards.Pelco is the proud recipient of a 2009 PSA Star Award. This award is the result of member surveys on overall products, support, pricing, and service to the membership, recognising those PSA vend...

Bosch's Public Address and Voice Alarm Systems deployed at Denmark's new broadcasting complex The new Danish broadcasting complex, DR Byen, in Copenhagen features a highly creative design inspired by the Middle Eastern Kasbah with a 180 meter long indoor street linking three segments housing the studios, offices, depots and administration, and one segment housing a world-class concert hall with seating for 1800 people. No compromise in choice of sound systems Electrical...

Vigitron technology installed in listed school buildingMulti-core cabling solutions combined with active and passive transmission devices from Vigitron have been installed at a school in Wallasey on the Wirral Peninsular in Merseyside. Known as the ‘Solar Campus', the 1962 site is a Grade II listed structure and was the first building in the world to be heated entirely by solar energy.The work has been performed by Dante Fire and Security, based in Warrington, Cheshire, and the equipment w...

Bosch's Praesideo technology is at the heart of a new public address and voice alarm system at MK Dons stadium Proven Praesideo technology from Bosch Security Systems is at the heart of a new public address and voice alarm system installed at the recently constructed stadium:mk, the new home for the Milton Keynes Dons. The installation, completed by Nottingham-based design and installation company VCP Services, combines Bosch's Praesideo with self-powered loudspeakers in what...

Pro-Vision will be distributing the full range of Vigitron products in the UK from June 2009Vigitron, the leading manufacturer of UTP video balun transmission products, announces a new UK distributor. Shrewsbury-based Pro-Vision will be distributing the full range of Vigitron products in the UK from June 2009.Vigitron received high levels of interest at IFSEC 2009 with visitors showing much interest in the automatic video compensation (AVC) hubs. Pro-Vision have also confirmed that levels of enq...

 Wireless solutions provide the combination of less cost and flexibility in camera placementAlvarion and Aerelink today announced the latest expansion of the wireless network built in Dundee. An additional eight wired leased lines have been replaced by the wireless network; in total over one hundred leased lines have been replaced resulting in immediate savings.Currently over 100 sites throughout Dundee including several libraries, schools, sports centres, and other council b...

 Guy Combrinck from Panasonic, Mike Newton, CEO of AD Group and John Seargant, broadcaster and journalist Dedicated Micros - part of AD Group - is celebrating after receiving a prestigious Security Industry Award for its revolutionary capability that transforms NetVu Connected CCTV systems into an Emergency Messaging and Mass Notification System. The result, which saw Dedicated Micros come away with the Integrated Security Product of the Year title, was announced during a hig...