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Arctic PTZ, IndigoVision’s latest camera transforms cold regions into camera hotspots

Even the coldest, most remote and inhospitable regions need reliable surveillance coverage. IndigoVision's latest camera, the Arctic PTZ, will cope with the most challenging environments users can find for it, able to operate in temperatures as low as -50oC / -122oF. The new Arctic PTZ provides users with a robust and reliable solution for monitoring outdoor locations in extreme conditions, without having to compromise on the unique IndigoVision features that they are familiar with. It has been...

Distributor of converged IP solutions Mayflex launches new Electronic Security Product Guide

Mayflex, the distributor of converged IP solutions, announces the launch of its brand new Electronic Security Product Guide. This new release is packed with innovative solutions to suit a vast range of applications for network based IP security. It is presented in an easy to use format with eight sections each listing feature packed products from the company’s best of breed vendor partners. More than just IP security, the 2012 guide also features a selection of complementary networking a...

Mayflex to offer free CCTV over IP training throughout 2012

Technical course of Mayflex is ideal for engineers and installers who want to learn how to build IP solution Following the success of Mayflex’s CCTV Over IP training last year, the company will once again be offering these free courses throughout 2012. For those either new to or just getting started in IP surveillance, Mayflex’s free CCTV over IP training courses provide the ideal platform to learn the basics of this technology which is growing year on year at a s...

Keyscan appoints David Jones as Regional Sales Manager, South Central US

David brings over 25 years of experience in security, access control, gate and home automation Keyscan Access Control Systems is pleased to announce David Jones has joined Keyscan as Regional Sales Manager, South Central US. David joins Keyscan after serving as a Regional Sales Manager responsible for sales growth in 5 states in the South Central US for Controlled Products Systems Group, the largest Distributor for Gate Automation and Access Control in the US. Prior to CPSG,...

Dycon launches D1565 switched mode power supply with adjustable output

Dycon's already comprehensive D1500 Series of highly energy-efficient, sophisticated switch mode power supplies now offers the D1565 which allows the user to choose the voltage best suited to the application (12V to 15V DC). During mains supply failure when the power supply is running on standby batteries, the constant voltage function ensures that the D1565 will deliver a fixed voltage as determined by the user, irrespective of the terminal voltage of the batteries. The D1565 offers the same h...

Opgal Optronic Industries adds fire detection and risk assessment features to its EyeSec line of thermal cameras

Opgal Optronic Industries, a leading global provider of innovative thermal imaging and near infrared illumination solutions for security and safety applications, has added long-range fire detection and fire risk assessment capabilities to certain models of its EyeSec line of high-performance, uncooled thermal cameras. With this integrated option, Opgal is the only camera manufacturer that delivers an application-specific embedded fire detection video algorithm that can sense a fire and provide a...

Spica's Time&Space is a flexible solution for access control and workforce management

Time&Space is a comprehensive and flexible solution for Access Control and Workforce Management, providing a   multitude of scalable solutions. The software and hardware is fully modular and has been designed to work together seamlessly. Spica's access control hardware is designed to offer the greatest flexibility of installation and configuration; all with as few design variants as possible. Controllers are capable of integrating with a wide variety of branded and unbranded identifica...

Milestone to develop cutting-edge video surveillance solution in collaboration with top researchers

Milestone's video surveillance has built-in analytics that enables the detection of irregular movement patterns In a collaboration between leading researchers at Aalborg University (AAU) and Technical University of Denmark (DTU), as well as technology experts from Securitas and Nabto, Milestone Systems, the open platform company in IP video management software, will be developing a new, cutting-edge video surveillance solution. Video surveillance can be used to prevent theft i...

Digimerge launches onsite videos page

The Digimerge Videos page offers an intuitive navigation with videos categorised by subjects Digimerge Technologies has developed a Videos page on its website complete with a growing collection of Demo videos to assist with product training . The Digimerge Videos page offers an intuitive navigation with videos categorised by subjects. Integrators, Dealers and End-Users can quickly find the answers to the most common CCTV questions and the tutorials are presented in an...

LILIN delivers its best show in 23 years at IFSEC 2012

LILIN launched the first standalone NVR that enables simultaneous recording of 16 HD IP video channels  LILIN caused a storm of excitement at IFSEC 2012 as national and international visitors, the trade press and even competitors were left ‘buzzing’ about their latest product range. Having doubled their stand space this year, LILIN delivered the best show in 23 years. Focused on providing ‘the complete HD experience’ to each and every visitor to st...

Iomega announces Anixter as new distribution partner for video surveillance

Anixter and Iomega to bring Iomega's StoreCenter network storage products to the video surveillance market Iomega International, a wholly owned subsidiary of Iomega Corporation, an EMC company and a leading innovator in data storage solutions for small and medium businesses (SMBs), announced the addition of a new distribution partner, Anixter, a market leader within the video surveillance/security industry, to service video surveillance needs in parts of Europe, Middle E...

Samsung performs saltwater exposure test on its dome cameras

Samsung dome cameras meet the internationally accepted KS C 0223 Environment Specification Test Samsung has carried out tests on its external dome cameras to ensure they can withstand exposure to saltwater when they are deployed as part of a Port’s video surveillance system or are used for other security projects located close to the sea. All Samsung SNP and SNV IP network domes, as well as the SCP and SCV analogue models, have successfully met the internationally accep...

Network video a possible solution for the changing CCTV surveillance needs of the rail sector

Network video cameras can meet many of rail surveillance challenges with their varying functionalities Network video can help provide a solution to the changing CCTV surveillance needs of the rail sector claims Axis Communications, the global leader in network video. Faced with a daily battle against onboard violence and vandalism, rail authorities have an increasing need for surveillance, both onboard trains and at stations, to help protect the safety of their staff and pass...

Remote infrastructure management solutions’ provider Opengear appoints new VP of Sales for EMEA

Harris comes with a strong experience in out-of-band and remote monitoring technologies Opengear, a leading provider of secure, next generation console server and remote infrastructure management solutions, has recruited Andy Harris as its new VP of Sales for EMEA. The appointment follows strong growth since opening its UK office to serve the region, with a 49.9% increase in sales from Q1 2012 versus Q1 2011. “Harris has a solid background in out-of-band and remote moni...

IP Video Solutions provider IndigoVision awarded GSA approved vendor status

This GSA contract listing will allow direct access to IndigoVision products through GSA IndigoVision, leading manufacturer of IP Video Surveillance Solutions, has been awarded GSA approved vendor status, allowing the company to provide a complete range of IP Security Solutions to the US Government, military and GSA purchasers. The GSA Contract Schedule has been awarded for an initial five-year period under contract number GS-07F-0271Y, listing IndigoVision as a preferred gove...

Video security system manufacturer MOBOTIX to hold its annual National Partner Conference in London

MOBOTIX recorded a revenue growth of 17% for the fiscal year compared to the prior year Even within a tough economic climate, MOBOTIX, a leading manufacturer of digital high-resolution, network-based video security systems recorded a strong second quarter with revenue growth of 17% for the fiscal year compared to the prior year. Innovation has been a key driver with several new products entering service in 2012. These include the new S14 FlexMount, the world's first flexible...

Multimedia training facility helps deliver higher-level knowledge at Samsung in-depth IP training seminar

The seminar was held at the new training facility of TMG who is one of Samsung's manufacturer's representatives System integrators, resellers and other attendees who participated in  Samsung's IP video surveillance training session in Southern California were treated to a high tech, multimedia learning experience. According to session instructor Dr. Edward Wassall, Samsung’s Director of IP Product and Business Development, the Samsung IP Institute (SIPI) was conduct...

Corps Security signs an agreement with VtecZoom to provide advanced remote surveillance

Vtec Zoom clients will benefit from the use of Corps Monitoring Centre Corps Security has announced an exclusive contract with VtecZoom, one of the UK’s leading installers of CCTV and Access Control systems. The agreement will mean that all VtecZoom’s clients will now benefit from the use of the Corps Monitoring Centre (CMC), as well as having access to the company’s other range of services. Headquartered in Standish, Lancashire, and with offices in Washingt...

Software developer AxxonSoft launches campaign titled "Second Terabyte For Free"

Axxon Smart PRO is a professional video surveillance system for small and medium-sized facilities As part of its cooperation with IP surveillance equipment manufacturers and distributors AxxonSoft, a leading software developer that combines IP-based physical security information management and video management software, has launched a campaign titled Second Terabyte For Free. All customers who purchase an IP device which is supplied by a campaign member company and carries a...

Samsung launches new version of its iPOLiS MOBILE application for iphone and Android smartphones

A new version of the Samsung iPOLiS MOBILE app for use on iPhone and Android smartphones has been launched. The app provides improved access to Samsung cameras and DVRs, as well as enhanced live and playback options.  Version 2.0 of the free app can be downloaded from iTunes and the Android market. It allows users to remotely control the pan, tilt and zoom functions of the latest Samsung network cameras via an easy-to-use interface and is also compatible with the Samsung SRD series DVRs.&n...

Dahua Technology investment in Morocco pays off

This project and a successful Dahua products promotion conference recently held in Morocco are just two of many successful cooperation examples Dahua’s local distributor, Country Technologie, is one of the leading importers and distributors in Morocco of analogue and IP surveillance equipment, access control and intrusion alarms. Cooperation with Country Technologie allowed Dahua Technology to successfully participate in some local applications that covered various indus...

Dahua showcases its latest security products at IFSEC 2012

Dahua displayed their cost-effective DVRs with corresponding 600TVL HDIS analogue cameras Now in its 39th year, IFSEC International is the only event that brings together the entire international security supply chain. 700+ exhibitors and 25,000+ security professionals from over 100 countries come together to discover the latest security innovations within the commercial security and fire safety industry. Dahua Technology demonstrated the full range of its product line-up, inc...

FLIR Systems launches PT-602CZ thermal imaging camera

As thermal imaging cameras are becoming increasingly popular for security and surveillance applications, more and more security professionals are integrating thermal imaging cameras into their new or existing security networks. Many security professionals are having the need to detect man-sized targets at several kilometers away in order to protect their perimeter. Early detection gives them more time to react; day and night. For medium and long range security applications FLIR Systems now intr...

Honeywell adds six IP cameras to its existing equIP IP product series

Honeywell recently announced the addition of six IP cameras to its existing equIP IP product series. The new true day/night cameras are split into two ranges - 1080p and 720p wide dynamic – with each range incorporating three different models; an indoor only mini dome, a vandal resistant mini dome and a box camera. A core benefit of the new IP cameras is progressive scan video which enables improved detail on moving objects such as faces and car number plates. Furthermore, dual streaming...

Honeywell releases several enhancements to its WIN-PAK integrated security platform

Honeywell recently released several enhancements to its widely used WIN-PAK integrated security platform that gives users greater ability to integrate digital video into their security systems, as well as work with a wider range of access control panels. WIN-PAK now seamlessly supports Honeywell’s NetAXS-123, NetAXS-4 and NS2 access control panels to provide full compatibility for legacy and new systems. In addition to WIN-PAK supporting the Honeywell Fusion, HRDP and Rapid Eye hybrid digi...

Ipsotek’s VISuite integrates with Milestone's XProtectCorporate video management software

Integration of VISuite with Milestone XProtect Corporate will manage video surveillance with IP cameras Ipsotek announces the integration of their VISuite with Milestone XProtect Corporate video management software (VMS) to provide users with a more complete solution in a foundation for long-term success. The integration of VISuite with Milestone XProtectCorporate is a powerful solution to seamlessly manage video surveillance of large areas with many IP networked cameras enha...

Vigilant Technology launches new video/audio decoder ‘NetStream 6001’

Vigilant Technology, a BATM Company and provider of intelligent IP video surveillance and security solutions, recently announced the release of NetStream 6001, a new video/audio decoder, enhancing the company’s NetStream edge devices series. Vigilant NetStream 6001 is an embedded video decoder which decodes H.264, MPEG-4 or Motion JPEG video, along with audio streams from Vigilant NetStream IP devices into high quality analogue video and audio signals. The decoder supports a single monito...

IMS Research report states many systems integrators prefer to use IT distributors when purchasing IP surveillance products

80% North American systems installers said they required better training from video surveillance products suppliers A new report from IMS Research (recently acquired by IHS Inc.) has found that almost 40 percent of North American security systems integrators would prefer to deal with IT distributors when purchasing their IP-based video surveillance products. In Europe this figure surpasses 50% of systems integrators and installers. Paul Bremner, market analyst at IMS Re...

Anixter showcased best-practise approach to video surveillance at IFSEC 2012

Anixter to present ipAssured Education Zone wherein experts offered presentations on leading industry trends Anixter’s presence was strong this year at IFSEC 2012, the leading global annual security event. Not only Anixter delivered its IP Security Infrastructure Solutions presentation, it also partnered with UBM to present the ipAssured Education Zone. A first at IFSEC, the ipAssured Education Zone was an exclusive area where a team of experts offered presentation...

AxxonSoft software products presented at Safe Secure Pakistan

The products were demonstrated by AxxonSoft’s partner, TS Middle East AxxonSoft software products were presented at Safe Secure Pakistan which took place in Karachi, Pakistan from 8 to 10 May, 2012. The products were demonstrated by AxxonSoft’s partner, TS Middle East and featured the new version of Axxon Smart PRO video management software with its Time Compressor and Interactive Map features, Axxon Intellect Enterprise integrated platform as well as Face Intellec...