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Canon Europe announces partnership with Arteco at Security Essen 2014

The agreement will make Canon’s entire range of network security cameras available to Arteco’s customers Canon Europe, world leader in imaging solutions, is pleased to announce a new partnership with Arteco, a pioneer in Video Event Management Software (VEMS) for the security industry. The agreement, announced at Security Essen, will provide a powerful VMS offering and make Canon’s entire range of high-quality network security cameras available to Arteco&rsqu...

Galaxy Control Systems to feature capabilities of its access control software platform for use in K-12 schools at ASIS International 2014

Galaxy’s System Galaxy v.10.4 delivers integrated and scalable access control capabilities to track student movement At this year’s ASIS trade show and convention, Galaxy Control Systems is featuring the unique capabilities of its powerful access control software platform specifically for use in K-12 schools. The company’s successful System Galaxy v.10.4 solution delivers more highly integrated and scalable access control capabilities to maintain awareness of...

HID Global to demonstrate its Genuine HID portfolio of interoperable secure identity solutions at ASIS 2014

HID will demonstrate the power to connect people, devices and applications under the theme “Your Security. Connected” HID Global®, a worldwide leader in secure identity solutions, recently announced that under the theme “Your Security. Connected,” it will demonstrate the power to connect people, devices and applications with its broad Genuine HID® portfolio of interoperable secure identity solutions at next week’s ASIS International semina...

ASSA ABLOY UK to exhibit remote door opening solutions at Education Facilities Forum 2014

Among the products being showcased will be ASSA‘s SMARTair™ and CLIQ™ remote door opening solutions ASSA ABLOY UK is exhibiting at this year’s Education Facilities Forum, showcasing two of its business units, as the global leader in door opening solutions. Held at the Heythrop Park Resort, Oxfordshire, from 17th-18th November 2014, the two business units – ASSA ABLOY, Security Solutions and ASSA ABLOY, Access Control will display a range of tailo...

Dahua adds 720p IR HAC-HFW1100R-VF box camera and IR dome HAC-HDBW1100R-VF to HDCVI portfolio

Dahua Technology, a world-leading manufacturer and supplier of video surveillance products headquartered in Hangzhou, China introduced two new vari-focal HDCVI cameras —- 720p IR box camera HAC-HFW1100R-VF and IR dome HAC-HDBW1100R-VF, which further completes its HDCVI portfolio. These two vari-focal HDCVI cameras output clear and crisp images 25/30 frame per second at 720p, and their focal length reaches 2.7-12mm, allowing a more flexible monitoring view, which means, one single camera c...

Software House introduces iSTAR Ultra 32 reader network door controller

Software House, part of the Security Products business unit of Tyco, introduces iSTAR Ultra, a 32 reader network door controller built on the Linux platform for improved security and scalability. iSTAR Ultra uniquely combines support for traditional hard-wired access control doors with support for wireless locksets, all in the same controller. Up to 32 readers are supported by iSTAR Ultra, of which 16 may come from the Access Control Module’s (ACM) I/O units; the rest can be made up of AS...

Allegion to educate security partners and school end-users of lockdown products as part of Safe School Week

Allegion's sales team can help school administrators find avenues to fund door hardware upgrades Allegion PLC, a leading global provider of security products and solutions, is celebrating this year's Safe School Week (October 19-25) by encouraging its security/architect partners and school end-users to be aware of new and untested security and lockdown products that could actually put staff and students at greater risk. It's important for school administrators, emergency perso...

TDSi looks towards education sector security as market for expansion and growth

TDSi’s installation and maintenance partner Frontline Security Solutions recently installed a TDSi solution in a leading private school The education sector has become an important vertical market for the security industry. With recent high-profile cases of security issues in some schools, it is a market that looks set to become even more security focussed. Many educational establishments are looking more closely than ever at the security of their facilities, to protect...

Hikvision releases DS-2CD6362F-I(S)(V) 6MP IR fisheye network camera

Hikvision is set to reveal its newest edition: the DS-2CD6362F-I(S)(V) 6MP IR Fisheye Network camera. This 6MP IR Fisheye features a 1/1.8” progressive scan CMOS sensor to provide high-resolution images of up-to 3072 x 2048, 30 frames-per-second, and a 1.19 mm fisheye lens for a 360° panoramic view. Choice of 3MP model with WDR A 3MP model of the WDR Fisheye Network Camera is also available - the DS-2CD6332FWD-I(S)(V). This 3MP model features a 1/3” progressive scan CMOS sensor...

Surveon announces seven new 2 megapixel cameras for its professional series

Surveon, the complete megapixel solutions provider, recently announced seven new 2 megapixel cameras for its professional series. The new models offer budget solutions with high quality images and the professional standard in design and production – ready for the megapixel surveillance trend in the mainstream markets. With the advanced features such as PTZ for simultaneously pan, tilt and zoom, IP67 and IK10 for outdoor protection, and 3-axis for an easier and flexible hardware installati...

Sony to introduce 4K technology and Vision Presenter content collaboration solution at IFSEC 2014

Sony will demonstrate how the latest 4K technologies could be used in the security industry to drive new levels of image clarity At IFSEC 2014, Sony showcases how current and future technologies can be integrated into a security environment with live technology demonstrations of Sony and partner solutions. It will also be introducing 4K technology and its content collaboration solution, Vision Presenter. The company will also demonstrate its continuing innovation in the video...

HID Global to showcase its portfolio of solutions for Enterprise, Healthcare, Education and Banking markets at IFSEC 2014

HID will also highlight its latest iCLASS SE platform that addresses the most advanced security requirements HID Global®, a worldwide leader in secure identity solutions recently announced that it will showcase its broad portfolio of solutions to create, manage and use secure identities during IFSEC International 2014 in London from June 17-19, 2014. The company will demonstrate its comprehensive range of innovative solutions that drive customer empowerment and highlight i...

Panasonic releases LFB70 series of multi-touch interactive LED displays for corporate and education sectors

Panasonic has released the LFB70 series of multi-touch interactive LED displays aimed squarely at the corporate and education sectors. Previewed at ISE 2014 in February, the displays come in 80”, 65”, and 50” models and offer superb image quality, up to six touch points and wireless connectivity. Enrique Robledo, Marketing Manager at Panasonic, said, “We see the interactive functionality of the LFB70 series as for education and corporate professionals to bring meetings...

Video Insight awards School Security In-Kind grant to The Queens University of Charlotte

The University will receive VMS licenses, IP video surveillance cameras and video encoder Video Insight, a leading developer of enterprise IP video surveillance software – is awarding the fourth in a year-long $250,000 School Security In-Kind Grant Program to Queens University of Charlotte, North Carolina. Queens University is the first college to be awarded the grant, joining three previous public K-12 school districts. As the Video Insight School Security In-Kind Gran...

Surveon announces Linux-based megapixel RAID recorders for entry-to-middle-level professional surveillance markets

Surveon, the complete megapixel solutions provider, has announced the latest Linux-based megapixel RAID recorders, the NVR3000 series, for entry to middle-level professional surveillance markets. Operated on the embedded platform, the new NVR3000 series has combined the advantages of the standalone and PC-based solutions, providing users a simple, affordable yet professional solution for the increasing demands of megapixel surveillance in SMB, retails, hospitality, and intelligent building. Bas...

Video Insight awards third School Security In-Kind Grant Program to Wood County Schools in Parkersburg, West Virginia

Wood County Schools will receive Video Insight VMS licenses, 16 IP video surveillance cameras Video Insight - a leading developer of enterprise IP video surveillance software - is awarding the third in a year-long $250,000 School Security In-Kind Grant Program to Wood County Schools in Parkersburg, West Virginia. As the Video Insight School Security In-Kind Grant recipient, Wood County Schools will receive Video Insight Video Management Software (VMS) licenses; 16 IP video su...

Videx Security's new PABX 275 interface brings new level of functionality to its door entry intercom panel

Videx Security's new PABX 275 interface brings a new level of functionality to a Videx door entry intercom panel. It allows the intercom to be connected to an existing PABX analogue telephone switchboard. By integrating with the phone system, those using the intercom to request access can be answered on existing telephones throughout the building. This is a very useful and flexible feature for premises such as commercial offices, doctor’s surgeries, nurseries, small schools and libraries....

ISF 2014 to feature commercial and internal security products designed for private companies and state enterprises

The inaugural event will feature both commercial and internal security products The inaugural edition of ISF 2014 will be held on 4-7 November at IMPACT Exhibition & Convention Center Bangkok. With a rising population that is ever more vulnerable, security has become a major factor in protecting Thai society and enabling the country to advance in peace and stability. The need to protect people as well as businesses and government offices from attack by terrorists, domesti...

Video Insight awards second School Security In-Kind Grant Program to Harrison School District Two of Colorado Springs

Harrison School District will receive Video Insight VMS licenses Video Insight – a leading developer of enterprise IP video surveillance software – is awarding the second in a year-long $250,000 School Security In-Kind Grant Program to Harrison School District Two of Colorado Springs, Colorado. As the Video Insight School Security In-Kind Grant recipient, Harrison School District will receive Video Insight Video Management Software (VMS) licenses; 16 IP video surv...

Green Gate Access Systems helps the Princess Project to officially open its new office in Parkwood

The new office will enable young mothers to seek advice about the services offered by the charity Green Gate Access Systems has continued its valuable support of one of Maidstone’s most worthy charities. Managing Director of the Green Gate brand, Neil Sampson, has been a trustee of The Princess Project for more than a year and was on hand on Tuesday, together with Mayor, Keith English, to help them celebrate receiving their registered charity status and to officially ope...

OnSSI offers educational discount for schools, universities and other educational institutions to help provide high level security

The discount is applicable to OnSSI's latest version of its flagship product, Ocularis Recognising that nothing is more important than a safe and stable learning environment for children and faculty, OnSSI announced recently that they are offering an aggressive educational discount for schools, universities and other educational institutions. The 30% discount is intended by OnSSI to help educational institutions provide the high level of security expected by every student, te...

SALTO adds SALTO GEO electronic cylinder for cam locks to its model range

SALTO Systems has added a new SALTO GEO electronic cylinder for cam locks to its model range, offering an easy way to boost security of these commonly used locks. Cam locks are typically used to secure cupboards, document cabinets, school lockers, electrical panels etc and usually consist of a base, which contains a keyhole, and a long tailpiece or tongue known as a cam. Cam locks are one of the simplest of lock fastenings. The cam itself acts as a locking bolt and is directly operated when the...

Allegion’s Von Duprin exit devices to be featured on American television series “Manufacturing Marvels”

The segment will discuss how Von Duprin offers the widest range of mechanical and electrified exit devices Allegion PLC, a leading global provider of security products and solutions, recently announced that the American series, “Manufacturing Marvels®,” on The Fox Business Network will showcase Von Duprin exit devices, a brand of Allegion, on February 10, between 9:35-9:45 p.m. ET during The Willis Report. The two-minute profile will spotlight how the Von Dupri...

Axis Communications launches P5415-E outdoor-ready PTZ dome with "direct drive" technology for wall-mount installations

Axis Communications, the market leader in network video, launched its second camera in the AXIS P54 Series of uniquely designed outdoor-ready pan/tilt/zoom (PTZ) domes with “direct drive” technology meant for wall-mounting. Unlike traditional wall mounts, AXIS P5415-E features a built-in wall bracket, allowing the camera to blend in with a building. The built-in bracket also provides cost-savings by eliminating the need for a separate accessory and makes installation easier and quick...

Video Insight to donate over $250,000 to US schools in video surveillance software and hardware via new Video Insight School Security Grant

Video Insight will donate the software and equipment necessary to implement a video surveillance solution In an effort to help campuses prevent and combat violence, Video Insight – a leading developer of enterprise IP video surveillance software – will donate over $250,000 in video surveillance software and hardware to schools and colleges nationwide in 2014 via a new Video Insight School Security Grant. “In this day and age of continued violent acts and thr...

Silent Knight by Honeywell releases SK-F485C wire to fibre converter for its new and existing systems

Silent Knight by Honeywell recently released the SK-F485C Wire to Fibre Converter, designed to allow new and existing Silent Knight systems to significantly increase wire runs between fire alarm control panels and power supplies, while providing a major boost in surge protection. Being the first wire to fibre converter to be UL listed for a non-proprietary line of fire alarm systems and sold over-the-counter at Security Equipment Wholesalers nationwide, allows Silent Knight to offer the ideal so...

Napco Security Technologies releases released SAVI™ to help educators combat school shootings

Napco is offering professional training and certification on the SAVI system Napco Security Technologies recently unveiled a new solution for the increasingly urgent problem of securing today’s schools. Since 1996, in the US schools system, 78 shootings have taken place, leaving 270 wounded and taking 306 lives. Only last week in Nevada, more deaths were sadly added to that number. Napco Security Technologies and its family of security-dedicated companies has developed a...

Exacq Technologies announces Intermountain Marketing as manufacturer’s representative for Utah, Wyoming and Colorado

IMM will represent the exacqVision product line in their region, providing pre and post-sale assistance and support Exacq, a leading manufacturer of video management system (VMS) software and servers used for video surveillance, has announced Intermountain Marketing Inc. (IMM) as its new manufacturer’s representative company serving Utah, Wyoming and Colorado. IMM designs and sells video security systems, access control and closed circuit television (CCTV) products. Sin...

Axis Communications hosts School Security Solutions Symposium

The forum agenda emphasised how planning and technology can address key areas of school security Axis Communications, the market leader in network video surveillance, hosted its first School Security Solutions Symposium to discuss planning and technology trends in school security at the Axis Experience Center in Chelmsford, Mass. on Nov. 8. Nearly 30 local school practitioners, law enforcement professionals, industry consultants and leading technology vendors participated in...

Milestone and Axis exhibit their latest IP-based integrated solutions at Open House showcase in Copenhagen

Milestone and Axis illustrated what value-adding integrations between network hardware and open platform VMS now have to offer Milestone Systems, the open platform company in IP video management software (VMS), joined forces again with Axis Communications to demonstrate the two companies’ latest integrated solutions. Tuesday, the 5th of November, shined a spotlight on the newest trends in IP-based video surveillance, when these two globally leading producers of softw...