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VIVOTEK, the IP surveillance solution provider, is proud to announce the launch of its new Facial Recognition Tablet. The FT9361-R will be featured during ISC West 2022, held in Las Vegas, Nevada. from March 23-25 at the Venetian Expo and Convention Centre, booth #22015. “The FT9361-R is a facial recognition tablet for access control and employee management,” explained David Liu, President of VIVOTEK USA, Inc. Facial recognition tablet “By simply presenting your face to the...

Platinum Tools, the provider of solutions for the preparation, installation, hand termination, and testing of wire and cable, is proud to announce the launch of the new weatherproof RJ45 coupler housing (p/n 744). Now available, Platinum Tools will debut the new coupler housing during ISC West 2022, held in Las Vegas, Nev. from March 23-25 at the Venetian Expo and Convention Center, booth #3037. Installing security cameras “Ideal for use on cable extensions when installing security came...

The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) has granted Antaira Technologies, a global developer and manufacturer of industrial networking devices, a patent for its innovative application of an uninterruptible power system (UPS) driven by Power over Ethernet (PoE) technology that is now featured in the company's new LMP Series of managed Ethernet PoE switches. U.S. Patent No. 17/228,851 relates to DC voltage output being supplied to network devices connected to an Antaira PoE switch w...

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...

Vivotek, the IP surveillance solution provider, is proud to announce it will feature the FE9391-EHV-v2 outdoor 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 Center, booth #22015. High image quality, less storage consumption “The FE9391-EHV-v2 features a detailed 12-Megapixel sensor for superb image quality,” explained David Liu, President of Vivotek USA, Inc. “It has W...

Antaira Technologies, a manufacturer of industrial networking solutions, is bringing added connectivity, versatility, and cost-efficiency to factory automation systems with a new line of Gigabit PoE++ Injectors capable of transmitting both high-speed data and up to 100W of power per port on the same Ethernet cable from legacy, non-PoE switches to Gigabit PoE compliant power devices, including sensors, IP PTZ cameras, Wi-Fi Access Points and thin clients, without reconfiguration or extra expense....

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...

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...

Matrix Project Series Dome Cameras are designed to meet the needs of large enterprises and project environments. Designed for both indoor and outdoor surveillance needs the cameras are suited for modern organisations. Powered with Sony STARVIS sensors, the new Matrix dome cameras offer exceptional low-light performance. Apart from this, the cameras are developed with technologies to enhance the image quality. Besides this, image enhancing technologies, such as, True WDR, help to balance the ima...

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...

Konica Minolta Business Solutions U.S.A., Inc. (Konica Minolta) has announced the launch of FORXAI Video Security Solution (VSS), an offering that includes its FORXAI Video Security Solution for Intelligent Surveillance and point-of-entry solution, FORXAI Video Security Solution for Secure Access. In support of this, Konica Minolta will build on its long-standing technology partnership with MOBOTIX in the U.S.A, strengthening the cooperation and support between the two companies. Joint logistic...

Hanwha Techwin America, a global supplier of intelligent video surveillance solutions, officially opened its new Hanwha Innovation and Technology Experience (HITE) on March 29, 2022. The Centre highlights the company’s newest products and solutions for security and surveillance applications, all showcased through interactive demonstrations, videos, training sessions, certification classes, and presentations. “The HITE presents a cross-section of our resources and expertise, from the...

With network requirements growing in demands for bandwidth, packet size, and PoE buying decisions beyond the product itself. The manufacturer and the services they provide are just as important. How they stand behind the product further defines their ability to perform as required. Vigitron discusses one example each.  Reliability  All products are built on a foundation of reliability. Regardless of features, Vigitron expects purchases to last many years and continue to perform to th...

3xLOGIC, Inc., a pioneer of integrated, intelligent security solutions announced its featured products for the upcoming RLPSA Conference, 10-13 April, held in Denver. “Of course, we’ll have the full line-up of solutions in our booth in Denver, however, we will be putting additional emphasis on two products that hit the sweet spot for the Retail Loss market,” Bill Hobbs, VP of Global Sales, 3xLOGIC. Products featured in the show 1) Varifocal Multi-Imager Surround Dome Camera...

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...

Teledyne FLIR has announced the FLIR RS6780 long-range radiometric infrared camera system, designed for range tracking, target signature, outdoor testing, and science applications in all conditions. Featuring continuous zoom, the camera includes an integrated motorised three-position filter wheel and optional factory calibrations to support thermography applications up to 3000°C. The optional 3x zoom afocal lens attachment provides engineers and scientists the flexibility to change the foca...

Bitcenter UK has developed real-time facial recognition technology-FarFaces for mobile devices that allow detection and recognition of faces with an impressive recognition distance and speed at a distance of up to 15 metres. The best part?  FarFaces app could work on any mobile device (Android and iOS). It made a CCTV system on a mobile phone. FarFaces technology FarFaces technology offers recognition in REAL time, using a mobile phone or tablet, without any expensive equipment installat...

In the critical environmental conditions of industrial and recycling plants or waste disposal sites, conventional fire detection technology often reaches its limits. IR cameras are increasingly being used there to detect thermal anomalies at an early stage. Yet, there are no ISO or EN standards for these products. Therefore VdS has published requirements and test methods for these applications. IR camera devices "In order to provide safe solutions also for these challenging areas, we have dev...

Virginia, US-based Iridium Communications Inc. is the latest international comms business to benefit from Videosoft Global's groundbreaking ultra-low bandwidth video transmission technology. Videosoft’s FireLight solution Running Videosoft’s FireLight solution over the Iridium Certus® service will enable the live transmission of video from as low as 4kbps to and from anywhere in the world. As a Certified Iridium Valued Added Developer, Videosoft's cutting-edge solution ena...

With 400 helicopters deployed for different types of missions, 70 naval systems in use, as well as military and civil aircraft, air traffic control radar and space solutions, Leonardo confirms its commitment to Latin America by showcasing its latest-generation multi-domain capabilities and technologies at the FIDAE international exhibition in Chile. Leonardo will participate in the FIDAE exhibition in South America, which takes place in Santiago, Chile from 5 to 10 April. The company will displ...

Back in March 2020, the Higher Administrative Court for the State of North Rhine-Westphalia (NRW) issued the following decision, citing Article 8 of the Grundgesetz, the German Constitution: In the case of peaceful assemblies, fixed position video surveillance systems for all participants must be deactivated in a manner that is visible at a distance. Since then, a growing number of German cities have begun relying on the Panomera® cameras with ‘data protection shutter’ from the...

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...

Lumeo, a designer of computer vision solutions, announces the integration of the Microsoft Azure Face Service with its ever-growing library of vision AI (Artificial Intelligence) models and analytics. The Azure Face Service provides AI algorithms that detect, recognise, and analyse human faces in images. Lumeo is an open and flexible video analytics platform that addresses the specific business challenge of bridging the latest AI models and techniques with a growing audience attempting to bring...

Lumeo, a globally renowned designer of computer vision solutions, is announcing new analytic building blocks that extend its innovative analytic platform, in order to enable customers to take the custom analytics solutions they build on the Lumeo platform and integrate them with VMS, data visualisation, alerting, and central monitoring systems. This flexible and ready-to-use integration approach enables businesses to leverage existing infrastructure and harness the wealth of untapped data livin...

Businesses have always sought to lower their costs, increase productivity, and better serve their customers, but these goals have taken on increased importance in the last year. Organisations are cognizant of their expenses and are seeking to get the most out of their investments, including security solutions. For example, in the current environment, it is no longer sufficient to install video systems purely for security purposes, especially when they can do so much more to help businesses achi...

Genetec Inc., a technology provider of unified security, public safety, operations, and business intelligence solutions announces the appointment of Leon Langlais as Chief Product Officer for the APAC region. In this newly created position, Langlais will be responsible for defining the company’s strategic product and services vision to ensure that Genetec offerings are well suited to the needs of the APAC region. Based in Singapore and working in close collaboration with the region’...

Sensor solutions specialist HENSOLDT has achieved a major technology development milestone which enhances substantially the detection capabilities of Ground-based Air Defence (GBAD) systems. The company implemented and tested successfully a software enhancement with its proven MSSR 2000 ID secondary radar that allows for precise tracking of aircraft in addition to the conventional surveillance mode of Identification-friend-or-foe (IFF) systems. A so-called ‘stop & stare mode’ al...

Interface Security Systems (Interface), a globally renowned managed service provider, delivering business security, managed network, UCaaS and business intelligence solutions to distributed enterprises, has announced an expanded suite of Personal Protection Monitoring services that use active RFID tags to protect infants from abduction, prevent mother/infant mismatches, and monitor memory care patients. Personal Protection Monitoring services Personal Protection Monitoring was first launched i...

Teledyne FLIR Defense, part of Teledyne Technologies Incorporated, announced the launch of a new Lightweight Vehicle Surveillance System (LVSS) with revolutionary air domain awareness (ADA) and advanced counter-unmanned aerial system (C-UAS) capabilities. The LVSS ADA C-UAS is an enhanced addition to Teledyne FLIR’s field-proven LVSS platform that features reliable, rapidly deployable, cutting-edge technology to detect and mitigate the growing threat of small drones. Easy threat detectio...