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ONVIF, the global standardisation initiative for IP-based physical security products, announces the Release Candidate for Profile T, a draft specification with advanced streaming capabilities that includes support for H.265 video compression and an expanded feature set that extends the capabilities of ONVIF video Profiles for systems integrators and end users. ONVIF Profile T ONVIF Profile T for advanced streaming employs a new media service that enables the support of High Efficiency Video Co...

Maritime and Border Security Philippines that is taking place 3 – 4 October 2017 in Manila, Philippines and comes at an opportune time as the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) celebrates its 50th Founding Anniversary. Taking place adjacent to the ASEAN EU High Level Dialogue this October, the National Security Council (NSC) Office of President, Philippines, and the National Coast Watch Council Secretariat (NCWCS) will be hosting Maritime and Border Security Philippines in conj...

VITEC, a worldwide provider of advanced video encoding and streaming solutions, will showcase its new cutting-edge generation of the advanced, high-quality HEVC Gen2 codec for the MGW Ace 4:2:2 10-bit HEVC encoder and MGW Ace decoder solution; the 4K HEVC MGW Vision encoder; the market-leading, broadcast-grade IPTV and digital signage platform, EZ TV; and the sophisticated PX Media Library media management solution, in booth 7.G23 at IBC2017, being held Sept. 15-19 at the RAI Amsterdam. MGW Ace...

Arteco, a global provider of event-driven intelligent video management solutions, will present a series of seminars focused on highlighting the benefits of video surveillance and access control integration. Arteco will partner with ZKAccess to host a webinar on July 26, 2017, from 1 p.m.-2 p.m. Eastern, and a lunch-and-learn event on Aug. 2, 2017 from 9 a.m.-12 p.m. Central, at the Accu-Tech branch in Dallas, to display the benefits of the combination of these two intelligent platforms. Organis...

Open Options, the provider of open platform access control solutions, in conjunction with Mercury Security and Allegion, will be hosting a regional roadshow on Thursday, August 10. A variety of content will be addressed throughout the event, including a look at new products and upcoming integrations from the companies. After vendor presentations, attendees can experience the latest technology with hands-on product demonstrations, and take advantage of networking opportunities with industry prof...

NEC Corporation and NEC Telecommunication and Information Technology, Ltd. announces that the Turkish Ministry of Youth and Sports, organiser of the 23rd Summer Deaflympics in Samsun, Turkey, selected NEC's leading face recognition technology to ensure the security and quality of experience for this year's Deaflympic participants. This is the first time that face recognition technology has been used as a key security measure for the Summer Deaflympics. NEC's face recognition technology is being...

Johnson Controls announces that its American Dynamics victor Video Management Software now integrates with the Guardian Indoor Active Shooter Detection System from Shooter Detection Systems, providing users with an automated solution to react in real-time to shots fired in a facility. By reducing the margin of human error, the solution helps to eliminate costly false alerts while enhancing the overall security of any school, business, or public venue building. “We are excited to offer thi...

Siklu Inc., the provider of millimetre-wave wireless solutions, announces that it has signed a distribution agreement with Norbain, an arrangement that will greatly expand its reach to security integrators and installers in the United Kingdom and Ireland. As part of the agreement, Norbain will carry and distribute Siklu’s millimetre wave wireless radios for the security market. Norbain is considered one of the largest distributors of CCTV, IP, access control and intrusion detection soluti...

Employees of Hikvision USA Inc., the North American provider of innovative video surveillance products and solutions, and its consumer-focused subsidiary, EZVIZ Inc., proudly sponsored a child in the 32nd annual Torch Run, an annual fundraiser for the Jonathan Jaques Children's Cancer Center (JJCCC) in Long Beach, California. The Hikvision/EZVIZ team raised money for the JJCCC, which enabled the company to sponsor a Torch Run participant. All funds will go directly to support JJCCC’s work...

ASIS International, the association for security management professionals, is seeking volunteers to serve on the technical committee for the new ANSI/ASIS Active Assailant Standard. This new standard will supplement the organisation’s existing ANSI/ASIS/SHRM Workplace Violence Prevention and Intervention (WPVI) Standard published in 2011. Security professionals, legal experts, human resource practitioners, law enforcement personnel, threat/violence assessment/risk managers, and other quali...

Amid rising concerns about security threats at stadiums and arenas where sports and entertainment events take place, HID Global, a global provider of trusted identity solutions, announced that its Quantum Secure SAFE Sports and Events Access Manager has earned the National Center for Spectator Sports Safety and Security (NCS4) ‘Lab Tested’ designation, awarded to products that undergo the rigours of operational testing in a sports environment.   Reducing risks by tracking...

The 4th edition of SMART Facilities Management Solutions Exhibition and 3rd edition of Facilities Management Conference 2017 will be held on 20 and 21 July at Sands Convention and Exhibition Centre, Singapore. Known as the region’s leading platform that integrates the facilities management (FM) in the built environment sector the event will address the growing demand and importance for facilities management services across Asia as cities develop and urbanise. SMART Facilities Management 2...

Arteco, a provider of video event management solutions, announces the integration of its flagship video event management software platform with 2N Helios IP Intercoms. Arteco - 2N integration Arteco Video Event Management Software (VEMS) is now integrated with the 2N Helios platform. Events are presented within the Arteco VEMS interface, allowing customers to gain greater insight to make more informed decisions regarding their security postures. Operators can manage door alerts and triggers, a...

Aspire is Vanderbilt’s partner program aimed at helping installers and distributors perform more efficiently against today’s market demands. After a series of acquisitions, Vanderbilt is now able to consolidate the business and the development of customer programs has become a priority. Aspire is the first distinctive mark of this new, forward thinking conscience. “Aspire’s key theme is about a strong and mutually rewarding partnership between Vanderbilt and its customer...

The CCTV design and manufacturing company, 360 Vision Technology, will be showing their support for advancing secure security solutions, fielding their range of high-performance surveillance cameras and new Illuminator Dome, at Security Twenty 17 North, 4th July, Majestic Hotel Harrogate. Predator HYBRID and VisionDome VR surveillance cameras Underlining the company’s technology innovation, 360 Vision will be displaying their popular Predator HYBRID and VisionDome VR surveillance cameras...

VIVOTEK, a provider of IP surveillance solutions, has announced that it will showcase its latest vertical surveillance solutions at IFSEC 2017, which takes place between June 20th-22nd at ExCel, London. Located at Stand E500, VIVOTEK will unveil its latest strategy - See More in Smarter Ways, combining complete smart IP surveillance solutions with partnerships forged through comprehensive integration with leading global partners Genetec, SeeTec, and Wavestore. See more through panoramic solutio...

As part of the recently arranged agreement between Genetec and MOBOTIX, various MOBOTIX camera lines will be officially supported in the new Security Center 5.6. Along with the extensive support of the MxPEG codec, many other unique MOBOTIX functions are available, such as virtual PTZ, various image settings, events from MxAnalytics, video motion, digital inputs and outputs as well as audio inputs and outputs. The first successful example is the application of MOBOTIX and Genetec by SecureWatch...

Integrated security manufacturer TDSi announces the appointment of its new Marketing Manager, Francesca Meyrick. As well as heading up TDSi’s marketing division, Francesca will be working closely with the company’s distribution and installation partners to support and enhance growth strategies, both in the UK and internationally. Francesca’s appointment is a key one for TDSi, as Managing Director John Davies commented, “We are excited to welcome Francesca to the TDSi tea...

Hikvision, the supplier of innovative video surveillance products and solutions, will be exhibiting the latest in surveillance technology at IFSEC International 2017 on 20-22 June at the ExCel Centre in London. The theme of this year’s stand will be Pioneering AI Technology for Video Surveillance. The event is the largest security exhibition in Europe, and welcomes everyone in the security industry from manufacturers to end users. Hikvisions latest products This will be a showcase of Hik...

Wavestore, the British developer of innovative open platform Video Management Software (VMS), will be hosted by two of its technology partners at IFSEC 2017 to show just how easy it is to benefit from a fully integrated security solution, using various technologies from leading third-party vendors. Delivering future proof solutions As a truly independent company, Wavestore focuses solely on the development of its highly secure VMS platform to deliver an ever-evolving feature set and ensure com...

Following the announcement last month of FIREX International’s best ever keynotes; rock star physicist Professor Brian Cox OBE; double Olympic gold medallist, Dame Kelly Holmes; and Falklands War veteran, Simon Weston OBE, FIREX International and Autonomous FM are thrilled to reveal a fourth inspirational speaker for this year’s event. Nigel Owens MBE, acknowledged as the best referee in rugby union, will join these phenomenal speakers on stage to discuss operating at peak performanc...

A provider of IP surveillance management software, OnSSI is continually evolving the Ocularis platform to deliver higher levels of performance and value. The integration of OnSSI’s Ocularis 5.3 with S2 Security Corporation’s NetBox software Version 4.9.08 allows the users to bring Ocularis video and events into the S2 NetBox platform. “The integration of Ocularis and NetBox software provides a highly integrated and intelligent video surveillance and access control management p...

Idesco Corp. a New York-based security systems integrator, announces it will be exhibiting at the 27th annual ASIS NYC Security Conference & Expo at the Jacob Javits Centre in New York City on June 7th and 8th. The show brings together more than 2,500 security and law enforcement professionals from the public and private sectors and will feature two days of education, exhibits, and networking. As the leading expert in ID Card Solutions, Idesco will be exhibiting at booth #401 and showcasing...

Bosch has released its Video Management System 7.5 software (BVMS 7.5), which will empower security operators to faster and more efficiently review video footage while increasing its openness for storage. Security operators are often challenged to quickly and efficiently review and collect video footage for incidents. With BVMS 7.5 playback performance is improved when operators are browsing through recorded video at high speed by skipping the rendering of frames, which are not visible to the h...

An essential element of ensuring life safety is the ability to manage phased and orderly evacuation in the event of an emergency. The Novigo voice alarm system from Siemens not only delivers high performance messaging across multi-level, multi-occupancy estates, but also operates as an advanced public address system. Studies reveal that many people do not know how to react to conventional alarms such as bells or sirens. Many assume that it is a test or false alarm, others remain confused and un...

UBM EMEA’s Protection and Management Series is the UK’s largest event dedicated to protecting and managing property, people and information. IFSEC International is Europe’s most renowned security event, and the only large scale security show to take place in Europe this year. Attracting more than 27,000 visitors, attendees can take advantage of over 650 suppliers, 10,000 products and 80 hours of workshops and seminars across the 20, 21 and 22 June, at Excel London. Up to...

UK Security Expo announces the launch of the Live Operations Centre, a major new feature which will take central stage at the event on the 29-30 November 2017 at London Olympia. A major new initiative that has not been seen at any security exhibition before, the Live Operations Centre will recreate the exact environment used by Security, Intelligence Agencies and Police globally. It will illustrate dynamically how the multiple agencies including Military, Civil and Police along with government...

Global Gaming Expo Asia (G2E Asia), Asia’s casino and gaming conference and trade show, will kick off on May 16 this year at the Venetian Macao. While its finger firmly remains on the pulse of the Macao gaming industry, the three-day event will feature an Integrated Resort Experience (IRE) at the core of its 2017 offerings, in direct response to the Macao government’s call to attract a market beyond pure gaming enthusiasts. Integrated Resort Experience (IRE) Along with developing n...

AB405 is designed for ENG teams and for video assist where link stability cannot be compromised ABonAir, the provider of wireless microwave link solutions for professional cameras that holds the industry record of 7msec video delay, reveals at NAB 2017 its new system - the AB405. This new wireless video system enables camera teams to wirelessly transmit video directly from cameras to media centres or OB vans. AB405 is designed for ENG teams and for video assist where link sta...

The event will showcase a wide range of product innovations from more than 350 exhibitors Terrorism has become part of everyday life. Over the past 12 months, Europe has experienced some the deadliest attacks in its history and the threat level remains high worldwide. One of the main issues facing global security professionals today is the breakup of the so-called Islamic State’s caliphate. Following the liberation of Mosel and the assault on Raqqa, it is becoming incre...