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After the launch of the PXC4 and PXC5 controllers for the optimised control of small and medium-sized buildings, Siemens has added the PXC7 to its Desigo portfolio to offer even more flexibility to building automation practitioners. This new addition allows professionals to program heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) applications for larger buildings. Due to its simplified integration capabilities, the Desigo PXC7 controller supports system integrators in providing a complete auto...

Vigitron, Inc., the globally renowned provider of network solutions for security applications, has announced the expansion of its fibre products and the introduction of their ‘Focus on fiber’ programme. This programme expands the fibre products to address all aspects of networking using fibre from SFPs to fibre media converters and network core switches. ‘Focus on fiber’ programme Neil Heller, the Vice President (VP) of Business Development at Vigitron, Inc., said...

Following a pandemic-exacerbated rise in data breaches and ransomware attacks, Genetec Inc., a technology provider of unified security, public safety, operations, and business intelligence solutions, guided public sector organisations on how to reduce cyber vulnerabilities of physical security systems that are often overlooked. IP security cameras and other security devices were put in place to protect people, assets, and environments. But the same network connectivity that enables organisation...

Dragonfruit AI unveils Dragonfruit Frontier, a new fully integrated VMS and video analytics solution that delivers a software-only Licence Plate Recognition (LPR) solution, which employs advanced AI technology vs. traditional image processing. Unlike conventional LPR analytics, Dragonfruit Frontier works with virtually any surveillance camera, eliminating the need for custom hardware and complex installations, which greatly reduces costs. Advanced LPR analytics solution Designed for fast and...

Morse Watchmans, the industry renowned company in key control and asset management systems, is exhibiting at the Indian Gaming Tradeshow & Convention 2022, highlighting their latest solutions at Booth #1567. For over a century, Morse Watchmans have been known as an innovator of high-quality, cost-effective security technology. Specialising in state-of-the-art key management, asset management, guard tour, and key ring systems, Morse Watchmans delivers reliable, easy-to-use products to meet a...

What is a video monitoring solution? Think of it like a traditional security alarm service, but with live video that monitors sensitive areas 24/7. As compared to traditional video monitoring services that require a person to be physically sitting and watching a screen - or sometimes many screens - a modern video monitoring solution can be set so automatic alerts are sent via mobile app or email, notifying administrators or security personnel, when an event occurs. Dahua’s smart video mo...

Allied Universal, the global security and facility services company, has announced the appointment of Darren Pedersen as President of Allied Universal Canada, with the expansion of security services in Canada, under the Allied Universal brand. Allied Universal acquired G4S Secure Solutions Ltd. in 2021, thereby creating the leader in global security services. Darren Pedersen joined G4S Cash Solutions in 1997, starting as Operations Supervisor and worked his way up to General Manager for Mississ...

Amthal Fire & Security, an independent integrated fire and security solutions provider, has partnered with wireless intercom and smart access control specialist, Intratone. Intratone is renowned for wireless property door entry, video intercom, and access control technology, enabling housing and property managers to control smart security, budget, and resource whilst providing essential peace of mind. Extensive product portfolio Amthal now joins a network of experts across the UK, partner...

Johnson Controls, the globally renowned company for smart, healthy and sustainable building solutions, has introduced Solution Navigator, a comprehensive digital experience that easily navigates the product life cycle in Building Automation Systems, Fire, Security, HVAC and Industrial Refrigeration, in order to create a next generation of customer enablement tools. Customers can select, price, quote, order, track shipments, locate replacement parts, process warranty claims, access training and...

Eagle Eye Networks, the globally renowned company in cloud video surveillance and artificial intelligence (AI) solutions, has announced that it has joined Bisner’s innovative Smart Workplace App. Bisner’s user-friendly Smart Workplace App makes offices more productive and efficient for employees and tenants. Eagle Eye Networks – Bisner integration The integration between Bisner and Eagle Eye Networks allows tenants to handle all building requests. Video data delivers insigh...

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...

The Security Industry Association (SIA) has expressed its support for and feedback on S. 1260, the U.S. Innovation and Competition Act (USICA), and H.R. 4521, the America COMPETES Act. SIA’s letter comes ahead of a US Senate and House of Representatives conference to reconcile the differences between the two pieces of bipartisan legislation, both of which will bolster U.S. leadership in developing and adopting innovative emerging technologies, in order for domestic companies to remain glo...

The Open Connectivity Foundation (OCF), the global, member-driven technical standards development organisation, has announced its new 2022 Board of Directors. Five board seats were open and the following candidates were elected by a member vote to serve a two-year term: Alex Wight – Lead PKI Architect and Principle Engineer, Cisco Systems (new), Betty Zhao – Standard Operation Manager, Haier (re-elected), Brian Bishop – the Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Data Performance...

From Wall Street to Main Street, business owners are starting to prepare and look toward the future as the pandemic turns endemic. Businesses across the United States are welcoming employees and visitors back into their restaurants, storefronts, and offices. But, a new challenge persists, staffing shortages. As many businesses struggle to hire, they also need to focus on how to retain and keep their current staff safe and healthy. So, what can be done? It’s more important than ever th...

In response to the growing demand for employee protection and a one-stop solution to keep workers safe on the job, Blackline Safety Corp., a globally renowned company in connected safety technology, has announced a major expansion of its round-the-clock safety monitoring service. The expansion includes growing the Blackline Safety Operations Centre (SOC) – the only in-house safety monitoring service operated by a connected safety vendor, which operates 24/7, 365 days a year – by inc...

HAAS Alert’s Safety Cloud digital alerting platform delivers real-time safety alerts from WZDx-compatible work zones to connected vehicles and infrastructure, the company announced. Using data feeds developed by state Departments of Transportation (DOT) and other authoritative roadway operators in compliance with the latest WZDx format, Safety Cloud is the industry’s first and only fully-scaled connected safety platform delivering advance work zone warnings to drivers on the road us...

Dahua Technology, the globally renowned video-centric smart IoT solutions and services provider, has just upgraded the Dahua Entry-level IP surveillance system for a series of entry-level IP products, such as IP camera, NVR (network video recorder), switch, etc., in order to help users install and maintain equipment more easily, while using IP security systems. The upgrades make the system easier for connection, use and maintenance. End users can quickly learn how to install an IP security syst...

ADT Inc. (ADT), the globally trusted brand in smart home and small business security solutions, has announced the appointment of Benjamin Honig to the company’s Board of Directors, as a Class I Director with a term expiring at the 2024 Annual Meeting of ADT. ADT’s Chairman, Marc Becker, said “We are pleased to welcome Ben to our Board of Directors.” New Board of Directors member Marc Becker adds, “His background investing in technology and consumer service compan...

Vivotek, the IP surveillance solution provider, is proud to announce the solution preview of VORTEX, VIVOTEK’s new proprietary cloud-based video surveillance as a service (VSaaS). VORTEX will be on display during ISC West 2022, held in Las Vegas, Nevada from March 23-25 at the Venetian Expo and Convention Center, in VIVOTEK booth #22015. Deep-learning cameras-cloud integration “By integrating deep-learning-based cameras with cloud hosting services, VORTEX can process multiple data...

Antaira Technologies is a developer and manufacturer of industrial networking devices and communication solutions for harsh environment applications and is proud to announce the expansion of its industrial wireless family with the introduction of the ARS-7235-5E-AC series. Antaira Technologies’ ARS-7235-5E-AC series is an industrial IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac wireless LAN access point with added router capabilities and five gigabit Ethernet ports. It is designed for enterprise and industrial w...

Platinum Tools®, the pioneer in solutions for the preparation, installation, hand termination, and testing of wire and cable, is proud to announce it will feature its ezEX RJ45® Starter Kit (p/n 90188) during ISC West 2022, held in Las Vegas, Nevada from March 23-25 at the Venetian Expo and Convention Center, booth #3037. The kit is available. PoE applications “In today’s networks, twisted pair cables are demanding more speed and bandwidth, often carrying power in PoE appli...

Antaira Technologies is a developer and manufacturer of industrial networking devices and communication solutions for harsh environment applications and is proud to announce the expansion of its industrial wireless family with the introduction of the ARS-7235-AC series, ARX-7235-AC-PD-T, and ARY-7235-AC-PD. ARS-7235-AC series Antaira Technologies’ ARS-7235-AC series is an industrial IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac wireless LAN access point with added router capabilities. It is designed for enterpr...

Vigitron Inc., the provider of network solutions for security applications, is pleased to announce its next series of educational webinars. Titled ‘network design for security systems,’ the seminar will focus on the unique differences and requirements between what are called standard or data-only network design and those for security and in particular video security applications. “Networking for a security system is increasingly becoming more and more complex. As the leading p...

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...

ADT announced new location-sharing features for its award-winning SoSecure by ADT mobile safety app, keeping users in touch with loved ones from virtually anywhere. SoSecure app The feature-loaded personal safety app offers the most discreet ways to call for help, including an SOS slider button, SMS chat, video, or hands-free with a custom secret phrase, even from a locked screen. Premium features include crash detection and roadside assistance. SoSecure is ideal for anyone who wants to feel...

ADT believes data is the fuel-making smart home security systems safer, smarter, and more helpful for the customers. Data will unlock next-generation features such as ambient, or always-on, security, for example, and data already enables the smarts in thermostats that maintain comfortable temperatures while reducing unnecessary energy use when nobody is home. Private and secure data The ability to offer these types of services requires customers to trust ADT to keep their data private and secu...

Qognify, a pioneer of video and enterprise incident management solutions launched its new video management software Qognify VMS. Features of Qognify VMS Qognify VMS is designed to meet the specific physical security needs of organisations around the globe. It is based on the proven technology of Qognify's successful video management software Cayuga, which is used by many customers in thousands of security projects worldwide. As a true next-generation VMS, Qognify VMS combines the powerful cor...

With the ‘DOMERA® 6000’ camera series, Dallmeier presents a completely new generation of dome cameras. The multi-talent camera delivers top-notch video analysis results even under the most demanding light conditions. This is supported by AI-based Edge analytics as well as image capture with the latest generation of sensors in four and eight megapixels. With a theoretical total of well over 300 conceivable combinations, the modular DOMERA® housing and mounting system is usabl...

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...

A new resource is available to help those responsible for safeguarding oil and gas facilities decide when, where, and how to use thermal cameras to gain the most operational value. Developed by global surveillance specialist, Synectics, the eBook – ‘Thermal Cameras for Oil & Gas Surveillance’ – takes a closer look at the technology and its suitability for common applications across the industry, particularly in comparison to infrared alternatives. Process monitoring...