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Axis Communications creates various new positions in its Northern Europe team

 Axis Communications will strengthen its finance and sales engineering as well as training teamsAxis Communications, the global leader in the network video market, has strengthened its finance and sales engineering and training teams with three key appointments.Following on from continued sales growth during Q3, which was above the company's long-term expectations in the market, Axis has created a number of new positions in its Northern Europe team which covers the UK, Ireland and the Nordi...

ACT appoints Enterprise Security Distribution and Alarm Supplies as distributors

The ACT products range from simple, standalone readers to highly flexible solutionsAccess Control Technology (ACT) Ltd. , a leading manufacturer of access control equipment, has appointed Enterprise Security Distribution and Alarm Supplies Ltd as distributors of its access control and door entry products for the United Kingdom market.   With 17 Branches located throughout the UK (10 Enterprise & 7 Alarm Supplies branches ) the group will now make ACT products available to a l...

VIVOTEK network cameras integrate with CamTrace solutions

The 8000-series models include real-time H.264, MPEG-4 and MJPEG compression enabledVIVOTEK PTZ-series and 8000-series network cameras are now integrated with CamTrace. Many of the 8000-series are VIVOTEK‘s celebrity cameras. While the IP8151 and the FD8134 were winners of Taiwan Excellence Award in 2010, the IP8161 was named one of the best PC3 Corporate Choice in the same year. All 8000-series models have real-time H.264, MPEG-4 and MJPEG compression enabled. Some of them come with 2-Me...

Samsung unveils 1TB HDDs ensuring continuous supply amid shortage

Samsung has taken positive action in response to the worldwide shortage of 1TB HDDs by introducing new models to its H.264 SRD series of DVRs. "The immediate availability of these new models will ensure continuity of supply to our customers during a time when all market sectors, and not just the security industry, are affected by the severe shortage of 1TB HDDs," said Peter Ainsworth, Senior Product Manager for Samsung Techwin Europe Ltd. "A new 500GB storage version, which share...

MOBOTIX releases video door intercom, T24 IP Video Door Station

MOBOTIX released the T24 IP Video Door Station on 20 December 2011. In addition to the video door intercom, MOBOTIX also released the (Keypad), the Security Door Opener and the two-wire network module (Mx2wire info module). The new IP telephony standard enables the user to establish a direct connection from the Door Station to any VoIP phone or any computer or smartphone running VoIP software. This means that with appropriate network infrastructure, the user can establish a video connection, rem...

Idesco announces first arrivals of powerfully updated readers

Idesco's new products would constitute an unprecedentedly powerful tool enabling users to control system, create reader configurations and customise security settings, conveniently, flexibly and above all, independently. Idesco is delighted to announce the first arrivals of these powerfully updated readers: Access 7 C 2.0 and Access 8 CD 2.0 in Basic housings are now available.  Additionally, evaluation units for these products with Slim housings are also available: Access 7 C 2.0 Slim, Ac...

Idesco’s DESCoder application updated to extend configurability to the new Access 8 CD 2.0 readers

Idesco's DESCoder application has been updated to extend yet more configurability and customisability to the new Access 8 CD 2.0 readers.  Already a powerful application, DESCoder has been enhanced to version 2.0, unlocking new features to ensure continued freedom to customise one's access control in ways that far outstrip anything proprietary, closed technology manufacturers would dare to offer. 

Telaid integrates with KRG2 to deliver security and business intelligence services

 Telaid and KRG2 serves retail, finance and quick-serve restaurant marketsTelaid, a leading technology integrator specialising in multi-site deployments, recently announced that it has embarked on a strategic alliance with KRG2 to help its client base leverage new technologies and services to improve business intelligence while reducing losses and increasing profits. Together, Telaid and KRG2 will align to provide a full suite of security and business intelligence services, which allow user...

Opengear strengthens its robust range of security options by adding Kerberos support

 Opengear has added Kerberos support across all  of its advanced console serversOpengear, provider of next generation, secure console server and remote management solutions, announced it has strengthened its already robust range of security options by adding support for Kerberos, the network authentication protocol developed by the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) and used by leading IT and security vendors. Kerberos was designed by MIT to address the common vulnerability of...

CNL Software opens Washington D.C. office to expand development in the US

 CNL Software is opening a new office in response to increased demands for its PSIM software, IPSecurityCenterCNL Software, a world leader in Physical Security Information Management (PSIM) software, is pleased to announce that it will open another U.S. office facility in the Washington D.C. area in the wake of increased demand for its PSIM software, IPSecurityCenter, and the successful deployments of some of the largest PSIM projects in the US.CNL Software chose the Washington D.C. area as...

BSIA highlights the importance of data destruction to HM Courts' Service

 The BSIA brings out the importance of European Standard EN15713A campaign by the Information Destruction (ID) section of the British Security Industry Association (BSIA) has highlighted the importance of secure data destruction to HM Courts' Service.Magistrates' Courts alone deal with around 95% of court cases each year, and the amount of personal data passing through each court on a daily basis is staggering. As such, the BSIA's recent campaign aimed to raise awareness among courts of the...

TSA evaluation confirms video analytic accuracy of SightLogix SightSensor thermal camera system

TSA evaluators conducted 900 test scenarios to challenge the SightLogix systemAn evaluation by the U.S. Transportation Security Administration (TSA) has confirmed 100% video analytic accuracy of the SightLogix SightSensor thermal camera system in the challenging environment typical of many airports. According to the TSA's final report, the "evaluation team performed over 900 scenarios of which every alarm instance was accurately reported" on the SightLogix perimeter security system.&q...

Mission 500 to launch aggressive integrated marketing campaign in January

This 5K run/2K walk will take place at ISC West on March 29, 2012Mission 500, a non-profit initiative focusing on the security industry and dedicated to serving the needs of children and communities in crisis, is launching an aggressive integrated marketing campaign beginning in January 2012 media. For the first time, Mission 500's media partners have joined in offering their support in the form of over US$125,000 in print and electronic media placements to support this important cause.  M...

Alvarion CEO Eran Gorev to make a presentation at the 14th Annual Needham Growth Conference in New York

 Alvarion announced that Eran Gorev will give a presentation at the 14th Annual Needham Growth ConferenceAlvarion® Ltd., a provider of optimised wireless broadband solutions addressing the connectivity, capacity and coverage challenges of public and private networks, recently announced that Mr. Eran Gorev, president and CEO, will make a presentation at the 14th Annual Needham Growth Conference at the New York Palace Hotel in New York. The presentation, which is scheduled for 2:10 p.m. E...

State Inspectorate of Technogenic Safety of Ukraine includes KIPS in work strategy to enhance public security

KIPS is a leading security and protection exhibition in Kiev, UkraineThe State Inspectorate of Technogenic Safety of Ukraine has officially included the 2nd Kiev International Protection and Security (KIPS) Exhibition as part of their work strategy to enhance public security for 2012.KIPS is a leading security and protection exhibition which will be held on the 29 February  - 2 March 2012 at the IEC in Kiev, Ukraine. The State Inspectorate has assigned the Ukrainian Union for Fire and Tech...

Idesco’s product updates to constitute significant improvements in Idesco’s eco20 product initiative

An eco20 Idesco product means it comsumes 60% less energy than similar products on the market Idesco's roster of exciting product updates is also cascading across Idesco's eco20 product line. Nearly every one of the current and future product updates Idesco is bringing in 2012 will also constitute significant improvements in Idesco's eco20 product initiative.An eco20 Idesco product means it consumes 60% less energy than similar products on the market. However, Idesco's eco20 product line w...

Bowmark Capital backs £32 million management buyout of CSL DualCom

CSL has invested extensively in building the largest customer-facing team in the security industry Bowmark Capital, the mid-market private equity firm, has backed the £32 million management buyout of CSL DualCom (CSL), the UK’s largest provider of dual signalling products and services for intruder alarms. CSL pioneered dual signalling in 1996, offering the first credible alternative to existing alarm signalling whilst setting the current standard for professional d...

FLIR Systems provides thermal imaging market with new Scout PS outdoor camera

The world's leading manufacturer of thermal imaging cameras FLIR Systems is set to revolutionise the UK thermal imaging market further by offering their new Scout PS, only months since the introduction of its first Scout model intended for outdoor enthusiasts. Hunters, hikers, wildlife watchers, gamekeepers, farmers, and adventurers of all stripes will appreciate the clear thermal imagery, palm-size portability, simple three button operation, and affordability of the Scout PS. FLIR Systems is...

BSIA research highlights increased demand for UK security systems in Middle East

 BSIA Export Council members are seeing mega-pixel technology making its mark on CCTV in the Middle EastThe results of new research carried out on behalf of the British Security Industry Association's Export Council, to coincide with the recent Intersec 2012 event in Dubai, underlines the heightened demand in the Middle East marketplace for the latest security systems from UK businesses, despite significantly tougher global trading conditions. Nearly two-thirds of the BSIA's Export Counci...

G4S Secure Solutions USA appoints new Director for Healthcare Vertical Markets

Mr. Scaglione is a safety and security expert with an extensive background and senior leadership abilities G4S Secure Solutions (USA) is proud to announce Bernard J. Scaglione has joined the company as Director of Healthcare Vertical Markets. Mr. Scaglione is a profoundly knowledgeable safety and security expert with an extensive background and senior leadership abilities.  With more than 25 years in healthcare security, working with nationally recognised hospitals and healthcare institut...

Octavian Security just one point short of the top ten per cent of security providers in the UK

The company's rating of 94 points places it ahead of the majority of other security contractors in the country Octavian Security has been ranked just one point short of the top ten per cent of security providers in the UK, in the voluntary Approved Contractor Scheme, operated by the Security Industry Authority. The scheme aims to raise performance standards within the private security sector.   The company's rating of 94 points places it well ahead of the majority of other security contra...

Raytec offers insight into its quality control secrets in newly released video

 The new video showcases additional quality tests implemented for 2012 to ensure high performance CCTV lighting specialists, Raytec, have a well established reputation for high quality and extreme durability products that perform to the highest standards all around the world. To celebrate successful installations from the freezing cold of the Arctic circle to the hot deserts of Arabia, Raytec have taken the decision to provide an exclusive insight into its quality control secrets in a newly...

infinias signs Premier Systems Group as its manufacturer's representative for Pacific Northwest

Premier Systems Group will represent infinias in Washington, Montana, Idaho, Oregon and Alaskainfinias, LLC recently announced the signing of Premier Systems Group as their manufacturer's representative for the territory consisting of the following states: Washington, Montana, Idaho, Oregon and Alaska. "We are pleased to have Premier Systems Group representing infinas in the Pacific Northwest. Ed Alvarado, Erin Normile and David Anderson will offer innovative solutions and support to our...

SourceSecurity.com’s new website SourceEN54.eu focuses on European voice alarm industry

The website features more than 300 products from makers of EN 54-certified voice alarm systems SourceSecurity.com, the leading online publication for the security industry, is pleased to announce the launch of SourceEN54.com, a comprehensive information resource for the European voice alarm industry. Featuring over 300 products from several leading manufacturers of EN 54-certified voice alarm systems and loudspeakers, including Bosch Security, Bardic and TOA, SourceEN54.com...

INSIDE Secure partners with WISeKey to create a new generation of the WISeAuthentic solution suite

WISeAuthentic solution suite provides protection against counterfeiting and offers powerful sales monitoring INSIDE Secure and WISeKey recently announced a partnership to create a new breakthrough evolution of the WISeAuthentic solution suite which provides protection against counterfeiting, offers powerful sales monitoring and direct marketing capabilities. WISeAuthentic employs time-tested security technologies to help luxury brands ensure the authenticity of their goods from the supply chain...

EverFocus Electronics appoints Export Sales Director

 Michel Verhoeven to serve as Sales Director for the European export marketsAs of 1 January, 2012, Michel Verhoeven was appointed as Sales Director for the European export markets. Being part of the security industry for more than 15 years, Mr. Verhoeven most recently served as Regional Sales Director at EverFocus for the export markets UK, Ireland, the Netherlands, Belgium, France and Scandinavia. In his new function, he is responsible for both the development of existing and the acquisiti...

Fermax will introduce its family of video entry terminals at Intersec, Dubai

Fermax will be represented at the Dubai Fair by Sergio Maestre, Jeremy Palacio and Ricardo Ebri Intersec, the Dubai Trade Fair dedicated to security which has become a don’t-miss rendezvous for half the world's experts, was the venue chosen by Fermax to present their latest new developments. These technologically advanced and aesthetically impeccable products are very well received and have helped to secure interesting contracts and strengthen the commercial ties the Spa...

Milestone and Vivotek highlighted advantages of open platform VMS at Intersec 2012

Guest speaker Peter Biltsted gave a presentation about the advantages of choosing an open platform VMSVIVOTEK presented a joint symposium with Milestone Systems during Intersec Dubai on Jan. 16, 2012. Guest speaker Peter Biltsted, Sales Director of the Middle East for Milestone Systems, gave a talk on "Open Platform VMS - with Emphasis on Integration to 3rd Party Applications" at VIVOTEK's booth 106C in Hall 4."The presentation illuminated the advantages of choosing an open...

New MESSOA next-gen megapixel network cameras showcased at 2012 Intersec, Dubai

 Messoa Technologies Inc. showcased its range of security products at Intersec 2012, Dubai MESSOA Technologies Inc. made appearance in 2012 Intersec in Dubai, UAE from January 15 to January 17. MESSOA was joined by its energy solution partner New Power World (NPW) to co-host a joint exhibition at Booth 2-523C. The largest and most comprehensive event for security and safety in the Middle East, Intersec is the leading event in the MENA region and also plays a major role in reflecting the sec...

Telaid joins Sony Security to deliver robust solutions to its growing customer base

The strategic collaboration between Telaid and Sony delivers intelligent video surveillance solutionsTelaid, a leading technology integrator specialising in multi-site deployments, announced recently that it has joined the Sony Security Preferred Reseller (SSPR) Program. As a SSPR, Telaid will leverage Sony's complete line of professional security video products to deliver robust solutions to its growing customer base for a variety of business applications."Telaid demonstrates unique capab...