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Sinovia joins IP camera manufacturer Pelco's Partner First Program

The goal of Sinovia is to interact with a large variety of needs; CCTV, access control, intrusionA huge demand for security related equipment is providing tremendous growth opportunities for the video security sector, as the CCTV market worldwide continues to grow. With this in mind, Sinovia entered into a partnership with Pelco and is now part of its Partner First Program.OPENcontrol - the Sinovia supervision software platform - now interfaces with Pelco IP cameras, which provide the perfect im...

Martin Morris to spearhead Grandstream's IP video surveillance sales efforts in UK

Mr. Morris comes to Grandstream with extensive experience driving IP video surveillance adoption in the UK marketGrandstream Networks, the leading manufacturer of IP voice/video telephony and video surveillance solutions, is pleased to announce the addition of Martin Morris to their management team. Mr. Morris will spearhead Grandstream's IP video surveillance sales and distribution efforts in the United Kingdom.Mr. Morris comes to Grandstream with extensive experience driving IP video surveilla...

Homeland Security Secretary emphasises importance of economical security measures through statement

The Secretary stated that the Department of Homeland Security will redeploy $50 million of Recovery Act fundingJanet Napolitano, Secretary, Department of Homeland Security, stated: "Not only do we have an obligation to secure our borders, we have a responsibility to do so in the most cost effective way possible. The system of sensors and cameras along the Southwest border known as SBInet has been plagued with cost overruns and missed deadlines. Effective immediately, the Department of Homel...

Samsung set to showcase its plethora of surveillance solutions at IFSEC 2010 tradeshow

Samsung will display new CCTV, access control, door entry and intruder detection systems at IFSECVisitors to the Samsung Techwin Europe Ltd stand (D50, Hall 5) at IFSEC will be among the first to see many of the 170 products which the company is launching during 2010, including new CCTV, access control, door entry and intruder detection systems."Our stand will reflect the fact that Samsung is continuing to evolve into a provider of total security solutions,"  said James Smith...

Enhancements to American Fibertek V'nes video network solution to be displayed at ISC West 2010

All V'nes packaged systems now automatically recognise AXIS CCTV cameras and load all camera locations American Fibertek, Inc. (AFI), the security industry's leading independent supplier of transmission solutions for security applications, is making another strong showing at ISC West 2010 with enhancements to their V'nes video network enterprise solution and new fibre optic transmission solutions."AFI looks forward to the ISC West exhibition every year, as the show allows us an audience wit...

Dortronics new access control offerings to be unveiled at ISC West 2010

The 4700 series is an economical PLC door interlock controller available in 4 standard configurationsAt ISC West 2010, Dortronics Systems, Inc. is introducing their cost-effective new 4700 series mantraps. This flexible, versatile solution provides users with lower TCO (total cost of ownership) without sacrificing quality."At Dortronics we are committed to offering our clientele the most cost effective solutions," said Bryan Sanderford, National Sales Manager, Dortronics Systems, Inc....

Dortronics' entire access control product line on display at ISC West 2010

Dortronics is showcasing its extensive line of door control solutions for the alarm and security marketplaceAt ISC West 2010, Dortronics Systems, Inc. is showcasing their extensive line of door control solutions for the alarm and security marketplace. Along with the introduction of their new 4700 series mantraps, Dortronics is highlighting specialty products that clearly demonstrate the company's reputation for engineering efficiency and quality into their product designs and manufacturing....

Convergence India 2010 event plays host to many IP surveillance and security companies

Participants representing security & surveillance, IP surveillance etc have gathered at the eventThe nation's capital is the centre of ICT innovation as the 18th Convergence India 2010 opens at Pragati Maidan, New Delhi. Hailed as South Asia's largest event on information and communications technology, the Convergence India series is organised by the Exhibitions India Group. Over 450 participants representing the telecom, IT, broadcast, media & entertainment, Green IT, security & sur...

Convergence India Expo 2010 showcases cutting edge IP and other technologies

PathPartner Tech released its Android 2.0 powered media phone featuring high quality HD, voice call, Voice over IP etcThe future of Indian ICT is indeed wireless as the mobile device becomes more than a mere connectivity medium giving access to a host of services such as finance, health, entertainment and education. South Asia's largest ICT event 18th Convergence India 2010 Expo currently being held at Pragati Maidan, New Delhi from 23-25 March continued its technology showcase focusing on wirel...

MOBOTIX opens new doors in IP solutions with video IP door station

The new video IP Door Station, T24, is based on the international video telephony standard VoIP/SIPMOBOTIX will present its new video IP Door Station T24 at the world's leading architecture and technology exhibition. From April 11 to 16, the manufacturer of high-resolution, complete IP video system will exhibit this new line of products with a hemispheric lens at booth D40 in hall 9 at this year's Light+Building in Frankfurt, Germany.The new video IP Door Station T24 is based on the interna...

BSIA's first attendance of Home Office security event can be called a success

HOSDB displays the latest security equipment for law enforcement and public securityFor the first time, the British Security Industry Association (BSIA) has exhibited at the Home Office Scientific Development Branch (HOSDB)'s premier security equipment event.The event, which took place in Farnborough from 16th to 18th March, is the UK's only secure event for displaying the latest security equipment for law enforcement and public security and focuses on four key business areas including crime and...

VideoIQ presents new range of iCVR-MP intelligent megapixel dome cameras at ISC West

iCVR-MP megapixel cameras eliminate the need for expensive centralised storageVideoIQ, the leader in video surveillance innovation, is introducing iCVR-MP, a family of iCVR megapixel dome cameras, at ISC West 2010. iCVR-MP cameras are revolutionary devices that deliver full 1080p resolution and frame rate, zero bandwidth recording, full megapixel analytics and support for IQTrack™ - automatic digital PTZ zoom and track.The VideoIQ iCVR-MP megapixel cameras are built upon the success of Vid...

Hikvision's IP network cameras team up with Mirasys NVR solution

Hikvision camera compatibility with Mirasys NVRs means flexibility to build an effective solution with both brandsHikvision Digital Technology Co., Ltd., the leading supplier of digital video surveillance products, announced that its full line of H.264 network cameras are now supported by the Mirasys NVR (Network Video Recorder) solutions including NVR Pro and NVR Enterprise. In addition to the NVR products, Hikvision's network cameras also integrate into Mirasys N series network video recorders...

Smith & Wesson Security Services product line-up to feature Honeywell products

"Honeywell Security Group is known for its reliable, user-friendly technology and scalable security devices"NationWide Digital Monitoring Co., the licensee of Smith & Wesson Security Services, announced a new agreement with Honeywell Security Group, a leading innovator, manufacturer and supplier of electronic security technology.Building on its already-expansive product offerings to dealers, Smith & Wesson Security Services will now add a Honeywell line of security products, in...

Grandstream receives Skype for SIP Interoperability Certification

Businesses can save money by using Skype on Grandstream's IP PBX and gatewaysGrandstream Networks, the leading manufacturer of IP voice/video telephony and video surveillance solutions, and Skype announced that Skype for SIP interoperability testing and certification of Grandstream's IP PBX and gateway has been completed successfully. With this interoperability, the thousands of small to medium businesses (SMBs) using Grandstream's GXE502x series IP PBX and related gateways can start to reap sig...

Axis Communications, leader in network video technology, reports a good financial year 2009

The year ended with high activity on the market for installation of network video productsStrong close to the year for Axis communications:Net sales during the year amounted to SEK 2,301 M (1,975), and sales amounted to SEK 659 M (501) for the fourth quarterOperating profit for the year totalled SEK 308 M (341), and operating profit totalled SEK 121 M (49) during the fourth quarterProfit before tax for the year amounted to SEK 307 M (340), and profit before tax amounted to SEK 120 M (49) for the...

VIVOTEK's first IP surveillance road show is a grand success

The event focused on the topic of VIVOTEK network video & IP surveillance solutions for a variety of security applicationsWith eye-catching aplomb, VIVOTEK held its first IP surveillance road show in Shanghai, China on January 15, 2010. The road show, consisting of a series of seminars and training courses, received attention from major distributors in eastern China, and eight more such road shows are scheduled to be held in major cities in China in the coming months.The event focused on the...

VIVOTEK exhibits its latest offerings in IP surveillance at TechSec Solutions 2010

TechSec Solutions focused on the latest and emerging trends in IP surveillanceThe TechSec Solutions 2010 Show was held this year at the Marriott Hotel in Delray Beach, Florida. Sponsored by the producers of Security Director News with the theme of "Heroes Needed", the show aims to differentiate itself from other industry events such as ISC and ASIS by offering a breadth of presentations and roundtable discussions focused on the latest and emerging trends in IP Surveillance. For those i...

Texas Instruments' newest contribution to video surveillance market, DMVA1 SoC, to be exhibited at ISC West 2010

DMVA1 SoC drives innovation in IP cameras making video analytics a de facto featureThe availability of IP camera system-on-chips (SoCs) that enable full high definition (HD) resolutions now allow for the next major wave of innovation in the video surveillance market - the addition of intelligent video. To date, the development of a video analytics system has been expensive, challenging and difficult to integrate, but those barriers are being dramatically reduced with the new industry-leading DMV...

GDSF Asia 2010 to educate on new technologies in IP surveillance

Global Digital Surveillance Forum highlights IP video trends, benefits and applicationsGlobal Digital Surveillance Forum (GDSF) highlights IP video trends, benefits and applications. The 9th GDSF Asia, held concurrently with SecuTech Expo 2010, brings together industry heavyweights from all over the world. Providing world-class education on IP surveillance, GDSF informs security professionals, market players and quality buyers about the changing security landscape. With a focus on IP convergence...

RISCO Group acquires controlling interest in residential security system provider, Electronics Line

The acquisition of Electronic Line strengthens RISCO's position and offering in the residential marketRISCO Group, a leading provider of integrated security solutions, announced the acquisition of controlling interest in Electronics Line 3000 Ltd., a provider of security solutions for the residential and small commercial market. RISCO's intention is to maintain Electronics Line's independent operations and product offerings, and to grow it to become the residential arm of RISCO Group by expandin...

Popularity of Video Content Analysis in security industry increases, says BSIA report

The most popular application of VCA technology is external and internal intruder detectionAn increasing number of people are using Video Content Analysis (VCA) as a security measure, according to research conducted by the British Security Industry Association (BSIA).In its research the BSIA investigated how often installers and manufacturers supply VCA in their solutions. VCA is the automatic analysis of CCTV images to create useful information about the content. It has a wide range of uses from...

Octavian Security shifts base to Derby

Octavian's services include manned guarding, mobile patrols, remote CCTV monitoring/alarm responseMulti-award winning Octavian Security, one of the fastest growing and most forward thinking security and facilities management businesses, has announced a relocation of its headquarters from Colwick in Nottinghamshire to new premises at Pride Park in Derby.Octavian, whose services include manned guarding, mobile patrols, remote CCTV monitoring/alarm response and risk management now resides in the sa...

Basler Vision Technologies appoints new regional sales manager

Frank Iezzi will be responsible for IP camera customers in the Eastern U.S. and Eastern CanadaBasler Vision Technologies, one of the largest producers of digital cameras for industrial and security applications, announced that they have appointed Frank Iezzi as a new Regional Sales Manager for Basler's IP camera series. Frank will be based in Wallingford, Connecticut, and will be responsible for IP camera customers in the Eastern U.S. and Eastern Canada. Frank is a graduate of the Universit...

Axis and Plustek celebrate a successful mobile surveillance and live monitoring seminar

Attendees had a hands-on demonstration of Plustek's mobile network video recorder, NVR 4200VPlustek Technology Inc., a provider of surveillance and imaging solutions, recently hosted a half-day seminar discussing network security and surveillance with network video specialists Axis Communications. The event took place on Thursday 18th February at Birmingham University and was attended by a wide selection of security distributors, resellers and system integrators.Improvements in technologies for...

ASIS European Security Conference to throw light on human factor in security

Martin Smith to give keynote presentation on the human facton in securityASIS International has announced that Martin Smith, CEO of The Security Company and founder of the Security Awareness Special Interest Group, will be a keynote speaker and will provide a presentation on the human factor in security at the 9th ASIS International European Security Conference which will be held in Lisbon, Portugal on 18-21 April 2010.Martin Smith has had a fascinating and varied career in the world of esp...

Chubb Fire, part of UTC Fire & Security, to provide extinguishers to all Card Factory shops

Chubb supplies fire extinguishers to all new storesChubb Fire has won an extensive new contract with national greeting cards retailer, Card Factory, to supply all new shops with extinguishers. Chubb Fire is part of UTC Fire & Security, a unit of United Technologies Corp. Card Factory has been on the UK's high streets for over thirteen years. Selling greetings cards, gifts, plush items, novelties, gift wrap, the company prides itself on delivering quality products at value for money prices. B...

Samsung CCTV products integrate with SureView Immix control room automation software

Samsung will introduce 170 new products during 2010 including a family of IP/network productsThe professional security division of Samsung has announced that a large number of its CCTV cameras and DVRs have been successfully integrated into the SureView Immix control room automation software.Commenting on this development, Tim Biddulph, Pre-Sales Engineer for Samsung Techwin Europe Ltd said: "The hard work put into achieving this high level of integration by Samsung and SureView's technical...

Bosch's intruder detectors enter the Hall of Fame at SICUR 2010

The high level of catch-performance, while reducing false intruder alarms to a minimum makes this detector unique The Professional Series intrusion detector Grade 3 with anti-mask (ISC-PDL1-WA18G) has just been selected to be part of the Gallery of New Products of the International Security show SICUR 2010, Madrid (Spain) in the category of "Security". The jury selection has been determined by defining it as an important new development in the category "State-of-the-art". The...

QNAP's network surveillance solutions to make a grand entry at ISC West 2010

QNAP's surveillance solutions have Intel Atom processor and strengthened event management softwareQNAP Security, a world-class manufacturer of PC-less Network Video Recorder (NVR) solutions is pleased to announce its participation at International Security Conference & Exhibition (ISC West 2010). QNAP will showcase the newest 4-drive and 6-drive VioStor NVR models which incorporate the Intel® Atom™ D-510 dual-core processor to deliver exceptional performance of maximum ne...