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G-Tec to distribute Tecnoalarm’s security systems in the UK

G-Tec is also stocking intruder alarms from well-known brands such as Pyronix, Scantronic, Honeywell, and Texecom G-Tec Distribution Ltd. is proud to announce it is the sole UK distributor for Tecnoalarm. Designed in conjunction with Pininfarina, Tecnoalarm is manufactured solely in Europe, to ensure the highest possible quality control. Tecnoalarm is renowned for its excellence throughout the continent, as such we are excited to offer this product to the UK market. G-Tec is...

Tavcom introduces City & Guilds 1853 Technical Certificate course for electronic security industry

The qualification covers electrical and electronic principles and how to work effectively and safely in the electro technical environment Tavcom Training, the leading supplier of BTEC certificated security systems training courses, has announced that it is offering students who are looking to develop a career within the electronic security industry, the opportunity to qualify for a City & Guilds 1853 Technical Certificate. “Tavcom has been a registered City & Gu...

Matrix Systems announces leadership appointments for its Frontier business unit

These appointments ensure smooth transition and simplify the delivery of technology and services to customers Matrix Systems, an access control and security solutions provider with a 35-year reputation built on innovation and customer service, recently announced top-level leadership appointments for its Frontier business unit. Jeremy Krinitt assumes the role of General Manager of Frontier. In this role, he will lead all sales, and research and development efforts. Since joini...

Fermax pays homage to its former employee, Bratislav Okal

The Valencian brand wishes to honour Bratislav Okal, who was instrumental in introducing the company’s products At the age of 70 and after more than two decades representing Fermax in the Czech Republic and Slovakia, Bratislav Okal is leaving his post. On the occasion of his retirement, the Valencian brand wishes to honour a man who was instrumental in introducing the company’s products throughout Eastern Europe at a historic time for the region. Fermax first...

PTS Consulting acquires CHQ to provide its customers with physical security expertise

PTS and CHQ’s combined offering will target opportunities across the world where security is of critical importance UK physical security consultancy, CHQ has been acquired by global IT consultancy, PTS. The merger allows PTS Consulting to provide physical security expertise as part of a combined offering that meets their customers’ demand for converged IT, security and audio-visual solutions. PTS operates in 10 countries across four continents and the merger under...

Security consultant writes physical security textbook embracing IP revolution

Integrated Electronic Security will bring the reader up-to-date with emerging technology and will demystify jargon Martin Grigg, a security consultant with international standing, has written a physical security textbook embracing the IP revolution. The book covers sectors including CCTV, access control, perimeter intrusion, biometrics and video analytics. Grigg believes that a new breed of engineer is needed to design, install and maintain modern, integrated security sys...

Milestone Systems showcases award-winning XProtect portfolio at Intersec Dubai 2014

Milestone has documented a huge visitor imprint that confirms the region’s rapid growth in interest for video-enabled solutions Milestone Systems, the open platform company in IP video management software (VMS), showcased the award-winning XProtect portfolio in their busy stand at Intersec 2014, held in Dubai last week. Nine Milestone Solution Partners were also exhibiting in the booth to present integrations based on Milestone open platform software. This event sho...

Honeywell adds Sonitrol Security Services to its First Alert Professional Dealer Program

Honeywell's First Alert Professional Dealer Program provides support in sales techniques Honeywell recently added Sonitrol Security Services, Inc. – a long-standing provider of life safety and security systems for homes and businesses in the Carolinas – to its First Alert Professional Dealer Program, one of the nation’s most exclusive security dealer networks. Sonitrol has locations serving Charlotte, N.C., and Greer, S.C. and serves high-end residential cust...

Honeywell's VISTA home security panels now compatible with Savant Systems’ home automation equipment

Honeywell's VISTA home security panels are now compatible with home automation systems from Savant Systems, LLC, giving installers more options for creating connected home solutions. In addition to enhanced security functions, combining VISTA with Savant's suite of Apple-based technologies allows installers - such as security dealers and custom electronics professionals - to increase the value of their sales by offering automation and multi-zone audio and video products. "Home automation is in...

PERCo’s online webinar to provide information about its products and service aspects

PERCo's major activity has been the development and serial production of security systems and equipment PERCo is a leading Russian manufacturer of security systems and equipment. Since company establishment in 1988, PERCo major activity has been the development and serial production of security systems and equipment. Now the high quality of PERCo products is recognised throughout the industry in 77 countries worldwide. PerCo welcomes you to join the PERCo international on...

Eaton promotes Orlaith Palmer to Sales and Marketing Manager to develop both its specification and specialist distribution channels

Palmer will report to Eaton’s UK country sales manager, Simon Reed, as well as its Security Business MD, Matthew Phelps Eaton’s security business has announced its intention to develop both its specification and specialist distribution channels by promoting Orlaith Palmer to the role of sales and marketing manager. Bringing a wealth of channel marketing experience to this newly created position, Palmer has worked for a number of global organisations, including Tos...

IHS forecasts African video surveillance equipment market to surpass $200 million in 2014

The South African market is the largest and most mature market for video surveillance equipment within Africa In 2014, the total African market for video surveillance equipment is forecasted to be worth over $200 million. The African market represents a small chunk of the global market which will pass $15 billion this year, but with on-going difficulties in several other regional surveillance markets, more vendors have applied resource to Africa to take advantage of the market...

Axis communications announces Q4 year-end report 2013

Net sales increased by 12 percent in local currencies The fourth quarter Net sales increased by 10 percent during the fourth quarter to SEK 1,299 M (1,180). Net sales increased by 12 percent in local currencies. Operating profit decreased to SEK 166 M (207), which corresponds to an operating margin of 12.8 percent (17.5). Profit after tax amounted to SEK 117 M (163). Earnings per share amounted to SEK 1.68 (2.35). The board proposes a dividend of SEK 5.50, of which...

Traka reports positive feedback for its iPad Locker at The BETT Show 2014

Traka iPad Locker allows the IT technician or teacher to sync all iPads Traka, a specialist in keyless electronic lockers, intelligent access control and key management solutions, has reported positive feedback after showcasing the Traka iPad Locker at The BETT Show 2014. At the exhibition, which took place between the 22nd and 24th January, Traka reported an increased demand from education professionals for a solution that could protect iPads from theft and damage but still...

LTV Europe begins European electronic security market operations

LTV Europe debuts with a wide range of IP, HD-SDI and analogue products LTV Europe GmbH proudly announces that it will begin its operations from 1st February, 2014 as a new company in the European electronic security market. The company debuts with a wide product range (IP, HD-SDI, analogue) of excellent quality, a huge stock, continual release of new products, professional multi language technical support, and sales team.

Keyscan releases Aurora access control management software

With a vision and focus on innovation, Keyscan is proud to release Keyscan Aurora, a new generation of access control management software. “While Keyscan Aurora is built on the foundation established by its predecessors it also eclipses them,” said Steve Dentinger, Keyscan Director of Sales and Marketing. “Aurora is a brand new software platform. It is a culmination of over 25 years dedicated to the access control marketplace.” With a completely rebuilt and redesigned u...

ASUSTOR to exhibit its series of NAS devices at CeBIT 2014

ASUSTOR will also be demonstrating its Portal platform and ADM 2.2 NAS operating system ASUSTOR Inc., a leading innovator and provider of network storage solutions, will showcase its innovative series of NAS devices at CeBIT 2014 in Hannover, Germany, from March 10th– 14th. ASUSTOR will be exhibiting its 6, 3, and 2 series NAS devices along with its brand new 7 Series models which consist of enterprise-class rack mount devices. ASUSTOR's exhibit will also be featuring li...

Matrox to display its Mura MPX video wall controller boards and Maevex H.264 encoders/decoders at ISE 2014

Matrox’s Mura MPX and Maevex will also be featured in action by Advantech, Bilfinger Mauell, Polymedia and VuWall at the event Matrox Graphics Inc. recently announced that the Matrox Mura MPX Series of output/input video wall controller boards will be used by Advantech, and Polymedia and VuWall to drive a variety of video wall configurations at ISE 2014 (Amsterdam RAI, Feb. 4-6). The Matrox Maevex 5100 Series H.264 encoder will be used by Bilfinger Mauell to encode video...

Salient Systems announces integration of its CompleteView VMS with SureView Systems’ Immix platform

Salient Systems Corporation, a leading provider of hybrid video management systems is pleased to announce the integration of CompleteView VMS with SureView Systems’ Immix platform, which organises and manages unlimited monitoring activities into a single platform. Central stations can now leverage the flexibility and power of an enterprise level video management system for remote monitoring within Immix through a seamless integration that produces high quality live video, playback, search...

Aimetis Corp. welcomes David Almasi as its Vice President of Global Sales

Almasi has 20 years of leadership and sales experience in technology and physical security companies Aimetis Corp., a global leader in intelligent network video management software, recently announced that it has named David Almasi to serve as vice president of global sales. Almasi brings more than 20 years of leadership and sales experience in technology and physical security companies. Most recently, he was regional vice president at Stanley Security Canada, overseeing the...

Cloudview introduces world’s first corporate-grade surveillance solution

Cloudview has recently announced the launch of the world’s first corporate-grade surveillance solution designed to deliver the benefits of IP and cloud-based technology without the associated costs or complexity. The global CCTV market has been expanding at a CAGR of around 20% since 2012 and is expected to reach almost $23.5 Billion by the end of 2014. Unlike other rapidly developing markets, however, CCTV users remain stubbornly attached to analogue with digital IP systems still account...

Exacq Technologies introduces S-Series Enterprise line of networked video storage servers

The new S-Series Enterprise line of networked video storage servers from Exacq Technologies allows users to add extended storage and archived storage to any exacqVision server running the exacqVision Professional or Enterprise Video Management System (VMS). In addition, S-Series Enterprise servers can be used to archive video from exacqVision Edge IP cameras. exacqVision Edge is a full-featured VMS that runs directly on compatible IP cameras. Systems running exacqVision Professional and Enterpr...

TDSi Directors highlight security and access control trends for 2014

With the integration of different security, IT and building services, 2014 looks to be a year of evolution rather than revolution Access Control continues to innovate by embracing new technology in 2014 - by John Davies, Managing Director & Mike Sussman, Engineering and Operations Director at TDSi. Last year saw a big rise in integrated systems in the security sector and 2014 looks set to follow this pattern with a number of technologies and trends coming to the fore. With...

ASSA ABLOY Group brands announce latest addition to their hardware finishes

ASSA ABLOY Group brands Corbin Russwin, McKinney, Norton, Rixson, Rockwood, SARGENT and Yale are proud to announce the latest addition to their hardware finishes – a permanent Dark Oxidized Satin Bronze (10BE/613E). As rich and warm as the original oil rubbed 10B/613, this durable new finish will maintain its original color and not fade or wear over time. “For us, design and details go hand in hand, and creating a durable, cost effective, everlasting finish demonstrates our commitme...

AXIS launches Q60-S PTZ network dome cameras for surveillance and remote monitoring applications

The new top-of-the-line AXIS Q60-S PTZ Dome Network Cameras in nitrogen-pressurised stainless steel casings are ideal for surveillance and remote monitoring applications in marine, mining, oil and gas environments, as well as food, medical and clean room manufacturing facilities. The rust-free cameras can resist the corrosive effect of sea water and cleaning chemicals, and withstand high-pressure steam cleaning. Pressurised nitrogen prevents internal condensation. Axis Communications, the world...

Eaton integrates with Cooper Security to provide customers with wider product portfolio

Cooper Security’s website, packaging, catalogues and brochures have already started to adopt the Eaton name Power management company, Eaton, has announced that Cooper Security is now Eaton. This important development will provide customers with a wider and more diverse product portfolio, which is backed up by unrivalled levels of knowledge and expertise. The integration process so far has been seamless and installers have experienced no changes to the levels of product...

Octavian Security expands property portfolio by opening new offices in Central and North London

The offices provide better access to clients’ sites in order to continue building on Octavian’s industry-leading customer service Award-winning security provider Octavian Security has expanded its property portfolio by opening new offices, located in both Central and North London. Octavian now has presences in Farringdon, close to the boundary with the City of London, and Waltham Cross. The Nottingham-headquartered company announced this strategic move, which...

WavestoreUSA joins Security Industry Association to capitalise on networking and partnership opportunities

SIA advances industry and members interests by advocating pro-industry policies and legislation WavestoreUSA, a provider of professional digital video and audio recording solutions for video surveillance applications, recently announced that it has joined the Security Industry Association (SIA), a nonprofit trade association representing manufacturers, service providers, and integrators of physical security products. SIA advances industry and members interests by advocating p...

AMR forecasts North America to experience highest share in IP surveillance market by 2020

Allied Market Research reports IP Video Surveillance and VSaaS market to reach $57.3 Billion by 2020 The new market research report titled "IP Video Surveillance and VSaaS Market (Technologies, Applications, Services, Geography) - Industry Analysis, Trends, Share, Opportunities and Forecast, 2012 - 2020", published recently by Allied Market Research. As per the market study, the global IP Video Surveillance and VSaaS market is expected to reach $57.3 Billion by 2020. North...

Infinias announces Stanley Security Solutions partnership and new product launch

Stanley Solutions Wireless EL Series Locks are integrated with Intelli-M Access Management Software Infinias, a leading manufacturer and provider of IP-based access control solutions and technologies, announced a partnership with Stanley Security Solutions, along with the launch of Stanley’s EL Series Wireless Electronic Lock.  The new wireless electronic door lock is fully integrated into the infinias Intelli-M Access management software and can be mixed seamlessly...