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Sony has announced five new IP cameras that feature its IPELA ENGINE signal processing system. The cameras strengthen Sony’s offering for outdoor applications and expand the company’s lineup of entry and mid-level products into new markets. For example, the new W Series cameras are suitable for mission-critical or wide area surveillance and SNC-VB635 is designed for environments with exceptionally low lighting conditions. “Sony continuously looks for ways to expand and improve...

Sony has announced four new security cameras, the SNC-HM662 and X series (SNC-XM632, SNC-XM636, SNC-XM637). All of the cameras encapsulate the best of Sony’s technology and expand Sony’s offering for new applications. SNC-HM662 360 degree hemispheric-view mini dome IP camera The SNC-HM662 makes it possible for users to have five megapixel (MP), high-resolution video and a 360-degree view of an area with just the one camera. It is ideal for both indoor and outdoor environments such...

After years of development and deployments across the globe, OTA mobile device management is now becoming a ubiquitous offering from carriers and manufacturers worldwide. The industry has recognised that this service can be used to promote new and exciting wireless data services and device upgrades that are becoming a much larger portion of their revenues. Thus, in addition to meeting customer needs through faster and easier software updates, OTA technology promises to provide wireless operators...

The security team will utilise Axis thermal, fixed dome and pan/tilt/zoom (PTZ) network cameras Axis Communications, the global leader in network video surveillance, recently announced that the security team at this week’s 101th Grey Cup Festival in Regina, Saskatchewan will utilise a mix of Axis thermal, fixed dome and pan/tilt/zoom (PTZ) network cameras controlled by AXIS Camera Station video management software to help protect visitors and volunteers of the five-day f...

Gallagher's Bangkok office will be open and operational by the end of the year New Zealand global security leader, Gallagher has announced plans to expand its operations in Thailand to support growing needs of the ASEAN countries. Sir William Gallagher, CEO of Gallagher, joined the official visit of New Zealand Prime Minister to Bangkok this month, as the company prepares to open an office and further establish its business in the region. The company already supports customer...

NXT-ID Inc., a biometrics company focused on the growing mobile commerce market, announced recently that it has successfully ported its MobileBio Voicematch algorithm to its widely anticipated next generation payment and identity product -- the Wocket. The Wocket is a new class of biometrically secure mobile devices designed to bring the traditional wallet into the 21st century by providing the functionality of a wallet and incorporating a touch screen and a single dynamically programmable card...

With businesses facing increasing pressure from customers, regulators and auditors to demonstrate better compliance, manage risk and provide assurance, Acuity has announced the release of two new applications for its popular STREAM Integrated Risk Manager software. Acuity’s new STREAM ISO 27001 application is designed to help users comply and gain certification to ISO 27001:2013, using the full range of STREAM’s dashboarding and graphical reporting to measure, monitor and report on...

Cartell is pleased to introduce the solar-friendly GateMate (CP-3) self-contained Free Exit System, offering the lowest stand-by current draw in the industry. The primary concern in a solar gate system is to provide enough solar power to accommodate the duty cycle of the system and the options that will be used with the system. With any solar system you must put as much power back into the battery (or more) than you are using on a daily basis. Often, this is of little concern, especially on su...

With the new free app eneo InfoHub you have all relevant eneo product information on your tablet or smartphone within easy reach with the tap of your finger, any time, everywhere. For the additional benefits provided by the app please click on the banner. Additionally, we are presenting an interesting new arrival in our Candid series with the PXC-2080Z03 boxed camera. Also worth looking at are the PXB-2180Z03 IP camera and the PNR-5216 Full HD NVR available with different hard disk capacities....

Y3K, the UK's leading manufacturer and distributor of HD CCTV systems, is to strengthen its range of high-resolution cameras by offering HD 960H cameras and DVR kits at prices that will make this new technology affordable to everyone for the first time. 960H, a new analogue standard for security cameras and DVRs, produces images that are 960 horizontal and 480 vertical pixels large and will eventually replace Y3K’s D1 resolution analogue cameras and DVRs. The new launch of IQCCTV 960H is a...

Lord Green along with Christine Hamilton and Mick Page of Chamber’s UKTI international trade team visited Harper Chalice One of the foremost figures in international trade visited Harper Chalice Group Limited in Coventry who are proving how exporting boosts business. Lord Green, the Minister for Trade and Investment – who retires from his role next month – was in the city as part of Export Week, which promotes overseas trade to firms across the country. Lor...

The new site has been updated to feature all the latest information about Urmet UK’s products and services Urmet UK is now delighted to announce the release of its new website. Designed with a fresh, dynamic new look and improved, user-friendly navigation, the new site has been updated to feature all the latest information about Urmet UK’s products and services. The upgraded product pages contain comprehensive information about both existing and new products. The...

DVS will supply installers and integrators with Videotec’s specialist CCTV products DVS, one of the UK’s fastest growing distributors of security and CCTV equipment, has signed a distribution agreement with Videotec, the leading manufacturer of professional CCTV products for outdoor applications. DVS managing director Shaun Bowie said: "the Italian company’s products were an ideal addition to DVS’s portfolio of CCTV equipment." “Videotec is reno...

HID’s FARGO C50 printer is interoperable with Asure ID card personalisation software for database management HID Global, a worldwide leader in secure identity solutions, recently announced it has added an entry-level model to its FARGO Direct-to-Card (DTC) printer line that provides an easy-to-use, plug-and-play, more affordable solution for printing credentials with low per-card issuance costs. The new FARGO C50 printer is ideal for small- and medium-sized businesses, r...

ComNet Europe Ltd of Leeds in the United Kingdom, a division of ComNet Communication Networks, a USA-based manufacturer of fiber optic transmission and networking equipment, is introducing a six-port Self-Managed Ethernet switch, the CNGE2FE4SMS. The switch has four copper TX ports and two Gigabit SFP Ethernet ports. This allows the Ethernet data from the four TX ports be combined and uplinked through the Gbps SFP port. This allows multiple CNGE2FE4SMS units to be daisy-chained together through...

WaveMatrix is an enhanced digital replacement for analogue matrix systems commonly used in CCTV control rooms. It is a virtual matrix display app designed to work in conjunction with Wavestore’s video management software and allows operators, using either a mouse or a joystick, to control which camera’s images are displayed on a monitor wall. A major advantage that WaveMatrix has to offer compared to traditional analogue matrix is that it can display images captured by high resoluti...

QNAP Systems, Inc. recently announced the release of TS-212P Turbo NAS for home and small/home office use. The new 2-bay model is equipped with a 1.6GHz CPU and 512MB DDR3 RAM, delivering reliable performance for daily tasks including file storage, sharing, data backup, and serving as an ideal media centre for enjoying multimedia files across a range of platforms. "The new TS-212P features an upgraded hardware specification from the TS-212. With a faster CPU and doubled RAM, the TS-212P provide...

WaveSTAR (Sensing, Translation, Action and Response) offers a fast, safe, multi-purpose translation capability that facilitates the rapid integration of any third party’s equipment protocols. It allows information in many forms and countless protocols to trigger any of the wide range of responses possible in a Wavestore video management system. These include actions such as controlling recordings, directing PTZ cameras, switching display contents for all or specified users, and e-mailing i...

With the new security product line of the PS-100u Series, Swissbit AG is extending its successful flash memory product line by dedicated security products. This storage solution in Micro SD form factor enables highly secure solutions by an embedded secure element. Solution providers can turn mobile and embedded systems into secure devices by using the Swissbit secure Micro SD as root of trust. The new PS-100u product family comprises of 3 editions suitable for PKI, voice encryption and contactl...

The Wavestore video management software (VMS) is developed to support a wide range of cameras, from legacy products to the latest camera models, as well as an extensive array of surveillance technologies, delivering high integrity systems in a diverse range of applications. From a few cameras up to many thousands, Wavestore VMS software provides a user friendly and intuitive design that is configurable to optimise the operator experience reducing the work load whilst providing optimal control....

With the news that Herta Security’s facial recognition software has been integrated with Wavestore’s VMS comes an opportunity for installers and system integrators to generate new business whilst equipping their customers with a powerful tool to enhance and automate their systems. Demand for accurate facial recognition software continues to increase. Banks, casinos and retailers are keen to take advantage of a technology which can help them deter and detect criminal activity whilst...

The DirectIP team’s ability to coordinate integrated marketing and PR efforts on a global scale was a key point of recognition The Association of Marketing and Communications Professionals (AMCP) has announced the European rollout of the IDIS DirectIP solution as a winner of a 2013 Platinum MarCom Award. The AMCP has honoured the leadership, creativity and budgetary stewardship in helming the marketing and outreach components in launching the industry-redefining DirectI...

Mirasys presents a geospatial mapping application based on the Pitney Bowes MapXtreme system Mirasys Ltd., one of the leading suppliers of open platform Video Management Solutions, has launched the Mirasys Agile Virtual Matrix and Mirasys Geospatial Mapping applications at the FinnSec 2013 fair. Designed for the need of large surveillance systems, Mirasys Agile Virtual Matrix and Mirasys Geospatial Mapping make it vastly easier to design and run large scale security centre...

BSIA’s Export Council survey builds an accurate picture of emerging trends experienced by UK security exporters As the UK’s Export Week draws to a close, security exporters from the British Security Industry Association’s Export Council have revealed the increasingly important role that exporting plays in helping businesses continue to thrive against the continued backdrop of economic austerity. In an annual survey conducted by the British Security Industry...

Vicon Industries Inc., a leading designer and producer of network video management systems, introduces the HDExpress, a revolutionary IP video solution that provides simple, cost-effective viewing and recording of HD video. HDExpress records up to 16 channels of 1080p network video and delivers many advanced features while requiring no networking knowledge or additional hardware for installation. Users simply connect network cameras to the device’s camera ports and HDExpress detects and co...

VidSys 7.5 release provides increased flexibility and customisation for security operators VidSys, a leading provider of Physical Security Information Management (PSIM) software, is realising success across Europe and the Middle East following the 7.5 release of its PSIM software platform. The completion of rapid deployments and new projects wins within the enterprise, government and transportation sectors, including a major port in London, signals the growing interest in VidS...

Frank will focus on IP solutions development and company operations IP audio and control specialist, Barix has promoted Frank Frederiksen to COO following a successful 15 months as Vice President of Product Marketing and Strategy. His promotion, effective immediately, represents part of the strategic process at Barix to build a strong management team that will lead the company to new growth. He reports directly to Barix CEO Ronni Guggenheim. Since coming to Barix, Frank has f...

IndigoVision also announced major project wins including the overlay system for the 2014 FIFA World Cup IndigoVision announces record first quarter results, a 33% increase of camera sales and, several major project wins including the overlay system for the 2014 FIFA World Cup in Brazil. "Market feedback on the IndigoVision cameras has been magnificent," stated Marcus Kneen, IndigoVision Chief Executive Officer, "Our Enhanced HD cameras consistently win technical shoot-outs by...

Hikvision Smart IP cameras are designed to fully meet all professional market requirements for efficient bandwidth and storage utilisation, as well as unparalleled image quality and customer convenience. As video surveillance continues to incorporate IP technology into their products, security manufacturers are now considering how "SMART" technology can enrich their own product lines and strengthen product competitiveness. Hikvision is prepared to meet this latest trend. Notably, Hikvision's in...

iOmniscient’s MD will describe the company's involvement in several Smart City projects The MD of iOmniscient will give a talk about IQ Smart Cities at the Secured Cities Conference in Baltimore. She will describe iOmniscient’s involvement in several Smart City projects including the Singapore Smart City test bed which is perhaps the most sophisticated Smart City implementation that the company has undertaken so far. The focus is on making cities safe, smart and ef...