Intruder Alarms News

Dahua Technology, a video-centric smart IoT solution and service provider, recently unveiled an addition to its AI-enabled XVR series by releasing the XVR-I3 models. These new product models (XVR5000-I3 series and XVR5000-4KL-I3 series) support an array of AI features including full-channel SMD Plus and AI Coding, 4-channel Perimeter Protection, and more. It also supports the Scheduled AI function for more convenient and practical applications. Multiple cameras can also be integrated with XVR-I...

As drones are becoming commercially available to a wider audience, effective drone detection and monitoring have become increasingly important, especially for critical infrastructures and sites, such as power plants, utility centres, and airports. However, effective and accurate drone detection is challenging. In contrast to land-based monitoring and detection, aerial detection has a much wider, dome-shaped area to cover, with no real reference points. In addition, current drones are fast and s...

Euralarm, the European association representing the electronic fire safety and security industry, has given feedback on the NLF. The association’s response to the questions of the European Commission was laid down in a Position Paper. Improvements Euralarm remains convinced that the New Approach and the New Legislative Framework (NLF) are the best tools to support the free movement of goods and the proper functioning of the European Single Market for Goods. The NLF in its broad set-up i...

Patriot One Technologies announced the Oak View Group has selected Patriot One’s Gateway solution to protect all entrances to Austin’s new world-class live entertainment venue, Moody Center, the new home of The University of Texas basketball teams. The Gateway will be in place for Moody Center’s first show, Grammy®-Award winning John Mayer on April 20th. SmartGateway™ solution Moody Center, which seats more than 15,000 people, will deploy Patriot  On...

Dedrone, the market pioneer in smart airspace security announced the launch of its first portable detection unit, DedroneRapidResponse. AI-based mobile platform Dedrone detects, identifies, locates, and analyses nearly 300 drone types. The new solution offers Dedrone's AI-powered technology in a mobile platform attached to a tower, anywhere from 30-to 50’ high, that can be easily towed and maneuvered on a trailer using an SUV or truck. DedroneRapidResponse, available for use around the...

ADI Global Distribution, a wholesale distributor of security, AV, and low-voltage products, announced it will unify its Pro AV products distribution offering under the ADI Global Distribution brand. Following the integration of its newly acquired Shoreview Distribution business, ADI will integrate its Herman Pro AV business in Spring 2022. Herman Integration Services (HIS), the AV labour subcontracting services, will retain its brand and continue to serve as a value-added service available thro...

Essence Group, a pioneer of cloud-based wireless security solutions for homes, families, and businesses, announced its collaboration with Israeli security provider Team-3 Protection Systems for the first national implementation of its MyShield cellular IoT (Cat-M) enabled intruder prevention solution. The partnership entails Essence Group providing Team-3 with MyShield devices that will be offered as part of the company’s security solutions services for Israeli customers. The devices will...

VIVOTEK, the IP surveillance solution provider, is proud to announce it will showcase its FE9192-H recessed fisheye network camera with Trend Micro IoT Security during ISC West 2022, held in Las Vegas, Nevada. from March 23-25 at the Venetian Expo and Convention Centre, booth #22015. “The FE9192-H is a small camera with big functionality, featuring a detailed 12-Megapixel resolution sensor for superb image quality with a diameter of only 82mm,” explained David Liu, President of VIVO...

At ISC West on March 23 - 25, 2022 in booth 11053, Bosch showcased new products, services, and software for creating customised solutions that enhance security, improve safety, and deliver data for business insights. ISC West experience Booth visitors will experience deep neural network-based video analytics, a new Video Surveillance as a Service (VSaaS) offering, the first combination intrusion and fire control panel that connects with a public address system, and the latest version of the Ac...

GRW is one of South Africa's providers of sophisticated road transport trailers; designing, manufacturing, and servicing a wide range of bespoke vehicles, each configured to provide a solution to the unique transportation needs of an individual client. GRW has invested in a state-of-the-art IP CCTV system to protect its premises against unauthorised access and to monitor the large, modern production facilities, and is already reaping the benefits from the integration of analytics with the IP ca...

SureView Systems, the globally renowned open response platform provider for running security operations and Calipsa, a market-renowned provider of deep-learning powered video analytics for false alarm reduction, have announced the integration of their cloud-based flagship technologies. The integration of Calipsa’s software with SureView’s next-generation physical security information management (PSIM) platform improves the ability of security command centres to manage and respond to...

The Town of Batavia, New York, Fire Department has installed a complete security system from Bosch to safeguard its two stations. The facilities are now secured by Bosch systems for video surveillance, access control, and fire detection. “We take security and safety very seriously,” said Tim Yaeger, Town of Batavia Fire Department’s Board of Director, adding “By securing our taxpayers’ investments in public safety assets and equipment, we’re protecting what p...

Corsha, a DC-based API security company that provides an innovative approach to securing API communication between trusted machines, announces a $12 million Series A funding round. Ten Eleven Ventures and Razor’s Edge Ventures co-led the round that included participation from 1843 Capital. Organisations are increasingly relying on cloud infrastructure to scale their applications and services. The sheer number of APIs per organisation is exploding, and with that, so is the number of potent...

The use of CCTV surveillance in business is proliferating. According to a recent report assessing the growth and trends in video surveillance, the market was valued at £40 billion in 2020 but is expected to reach more than £68 billion by 2026. This growth is largely due to the increasing need for physical security and the greater adoption of cloud-based services for centralising data.  A key consideration for businesses running CCTV systems is the increasing potential of unlock...

Food Plus Supermarkets operate 18 locations in and around Nairobi, Kenya, as well as offer a state-of-the-art online shopping and delivery service, extending their service range even further. In early 2018, this first-rate supermarket business needed to add new surveillance equipment at a number of stores, as well as upgrade some existing systems. They called in system integrators AUA Industria for this crucial project, and Hikvision’s cameras, NVRs, and VMS were chosen for the job. As wi...

Lumeo, a designer of computer vision solutions, has announced several key initiatives that serve to accelerate deployment of custom video analytics solutions by customers. First, Nvidia-powered devices - commercial-grade/ruggedised Advantech, and AIMobile Jetson and DGPU devices are available with Lumeo pre-installed for a smoother out-of-the-box deployment. Second, a partnership with Seneca, an Arrow Company, makes it easy for integrators and solution providers to procure these devices. Finall...

Redline Assured Security, a globally trusted security solutions provider and part of the Air Partner Services division, is adding Computed Tomography (CT) support to their highly popular cloud-based Threat Image Recognition Training system (TIRT). The combination of Redline’s successful TIRT programme with full X-ray 3D volumetric CT functionality provides the most technically sophisticated and intuitive solution available. The training is specifically designed for the new generation of S...

MCDI, a Canadian alarm-monitoring software developer, combined Ajax Translator and Enterprise API to deliver a dedicated plugin that manages security and monitors Ajax systems’ alarms, including visual verification of alarms, security mode change and relay control. The Ajax plugin has permanent licences and is free-of-charge for alarm receiving centres that use the Securithor monitoring app, version 2.31 and later. Securithor presents a complete dashboard to operators handling alarm signa...

The fes­tive peri­od in the UK tra­di­tion­al­ly sees a sig­nif­i­cant rise in crime, with atten­tion focused on construc­tion sites dur­ing their exten­sive close­down, leav­ing high-val­ue plant, equip­ment, fuel and materi­als as unat­tend­ed, attrac­tive tar­gets. Vacant ware­hous­es, retail units, and oth­er com­mer­cial premis­es are also like­ly tar­gets for organ­is...

On the south bank of the Yangtze River, a unique wetland ecosystem breeds a variety of fish and aquatic animals. Every autumn, this wetland attracts nearly 700,000 migratory birds (such as cranes and other rare bird species) for the winter. They live in harmony with lakes and fields, creating a beautiful picture of nature. However, due to the complex terrain of the wetland and the huge number of migratory birds, it has been extremely difficult for local staff to manually take care of the reserv...

The GRP corrosion-resistant GNEx and the stainless steel STEx alarm sounder families from E2S have been further extended with the addition of new ultra-high output versions. In addition, all models in both families now feature upgraded electronics, which uses high-efficiency Class D amplifier technology to deliver a higher sound output at a lower current than the previous generation. Effective audible warning The new GNExS2H and STExS2H generate a maximum sound output level of 127dB(A) at 1 m...

Hikvision, an IoT solution provider with video as its core competency, announces a brand-new addition to its AX PRO alarm product line: the Wireless External Tri-tech Detector and (optional) dedicated camera module. This powerful intruder detection system provides a better image, more precise detection, and a handy modular design – all working to enhance alarm system capabilities for both homeowners and small businesses. Tapping into the industry trend of using external passive infrared (...

Zicam Integrated Security, which provides the latest technology security installations, from CCTV, access control, intruder alarms, and perimeter protection, to fire and life safety systems, is actively committed to reducing its carbon footprint with a dedicated Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) policy. Within the CSR document, which is available to view on the Zicam website, there are several goals set in place to make it clear to all stakeholders how they propose to achieve them, with an...

OPTEX’s UK team will be exhibiting at The Security Event in Birmingham to showcase a range of solutions for creating an effective multi-layered security system, as well as demonstrating how its award-winning Intelligent Visual Monitoring solution can play an integral role in protecting residential and commercial premises. Sensors, perimeter security systems The team will be on-stand to explain how different technologies can be utilised to provide highly accurate and highly reliable...

Dortronics Systems, Inc., a manufacturer of off-the-shelf and customised door control solutions, is featuring its unique portfolio of door control push buttons at ISC West 2022 (booth #2036). Extensive offerings include WR5276-HD Series of waterproof push button switches, hands-free touchless 5278 switches, 5277-PZL series piezo switches, and emergency pull stations. Dortronics push buttons and pull stations can be customised to meet the specific needs of systems designers and installers with f...

The largest security system manufacturer in Europe signed a strategic partnership with Fidelity ADT, a global-scale company with a 150-years history forming the South African market pioneer in security. In 2017, ADT was bought by Fidelity Services Group and became a security service provider with a robust business model perfectly fitting into the South African context. Security solutions Fidelity ADT services range from an armed response and guarding to medical assistance and vehicle tracking,...

Over the last several years, the world and overall commercial security landscape transform rapidly in response to various threats. As the industry has looked for a path forward, it’s become increasingly clear that the greatest chance for commercial environments to readily adapt to current circumstances and new risks is through a single, critical channel: technology. “At ADT Commercial, we understand the importance of not only looking toward the future, but being the ones to shape it...

RaySecur™, a security imaging company with the world’s first DHS Safety Act-designated T-ray desktop scanner for mail and package threat detection launched its T-SuiteTM Image Processing Suite for MailSecur® scanners. The software platform upgrade provides customers with a more dynamic and accurate real-time 4D imaging experience. RaySecur will demonstrate the new capabilities at ISC West (...

Abloy UK is showcasing its comprehensive range of innovative digital access solutions on stand 3/H30 at The Security Event, held at the NEC in Birmingham from 5th – 7th April 2022. Pat Jefferies, Commercial Director at Abloy UK, said: “We’ve seen a major shift towards flexible working since the pandemic, which requires adaptable access control. In addition, we’re seeing greater demand for solutions that utilise mobile credentials to accommodate the changing and increasin...

Edge360 (Surveill), a global technology innovator that brings IT fundamentals to physical security, and Quanergy Systems, Inc., an internationally renowned provider of LiDAR sensors and smart 3D solutions, have announced the availability of an integrated LiDAR-based video surveillance platform, to support the delivery of mission-critical security and business intelligence. LiDAR sensors – Surveill integration Quanergy combines long-range M-Series LiDAR sensors and QORTEX DTC™, a po...