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ONVIF hosts 15th ONVIF Developers’ Plugfest in Taipei, Taiwan

The Taipei Plugfest drew 42 technical experts from 15 companies from around the world ONVIF, a global standardisation initiative for IP-based physical security products, hosted its 15th ONVIF Developers’ Plugfest (ODP) between 9th-11th November in Taipei, Taiwan, at the Fullon Tamsui Fisherman’s Wharf in the city’s Tamsui District. With multiple testings of ONVIF conformant products, the Developers’ Plugfest included interoperability testing for five ON...

Hitachi's cutting-edge technologies to be available for prototyping with customers at new open-laboratory

The open-laboratory will begin operations from December 2016 Hitachi, Ltd. announced the establishment of an open-laboratory within the Yokohama Research Laboratory (YRL) to conduct prototyping and proof-of-value with customers—a part of the collaborative creation process—to realise open innovation. Operation will begin from December 2016. The open-laboratory is composed of three laboratories to develop new application technologies for specific business areas, and...

Axis Communications expands Q35 Series of fixed dome cameras with stainless steel models

All new AXIS Q35 models offer remote zoom and focus capabilities The AXIS Q35 Series of fixed domes for critical video surveillance installations, with capabilities such as IK10+ vandal resistance, extended temperature range from -50 °C to 60 °C (-58 °F to 140 °F) and Electronic Image Stabilisation, now adds several new models. The latest additions include stainless steel models and offer extraordinary light sensitivity and enhanced Wide Dynamic Range—For...

Arecont Vision launches 3rd generation of MegaLab, expanding its testing facility and knowledge centre to the surveillance industry

The MegaLab features dedicated servers for VMS, other software solutions, and NVR appliances Arecont Vision, the industry leader in IP-based megapixel camera technology, has announced that its MegaLab facility has launched a 3rd generation expansion to benefit customers worldwide while continuing to move the surveillance industry forward. The MegaLab is a dedicated testing facility and knowledge centre located at Arecont Vision’s headquarters, development centre, and ma...

Hikvision hosts inaugural Value Added Solution Partner Day

The VASP Partner Day awards ceremony took place at the Radisson Blu Edwardian Hikvision hosted its first annual Value Added Solution Partner (VASP) Day, which saw more than 140 esteemed guests recognised for their ongoing support. Technology presentations The VASP Partner Day was designed to demonstrate how much Hikvision appreciates its partners and their contribution to the video surveillance industry. The event included technology presentations as well as live demonstrati...

Arecont Vision introduces SurroundVideo G5 mini panoramic indoor/outdoor camera series

SurroundVideo cameras offer an extended operating range and are ideal for indoor, outdoor, and vandal-prone applications Arecont Vision, provider of IP-based megapixel camera technology, has expanded their popular SurroundVideo panoramic indoor/outdoor camera series with fifth generation models that deliver important new features in a smaller size. These compact SurroundVideo G5 Mini cameras are the latest addition to the ground-breaking SurroundVideo multi-sensor panoramic fa...

360 Vision promotes latest camera products at Global MSC Security Conference & Exhibition 2016

The Gala Dinner event raised £2,200 for Children’s Hospice South West Charity Underpinning their acknowledged reputation as a surveillance camera manufacturer, at the recent Global MSC Security Conference & Exhibition 2016, 360 Vision Technology gave an in-depth presentation to industry professionals and invited guests, about the performance benefits to be gained when deploying the company’s latest camera products. Meeting security needs “With a l...

Matrix Comsec CEO recognised with Business Leader of the Year Award by SME Channel Magazine

The award comes as recognition of Jivani’s astuteness and strategies that have been the strong pillars of Matrix’s success The SME Channel Magazine has recognised Mr. Ganesh Jivani with the Business Leader of the Year award. This comes as recognition of Jivani’s astuteness and strategies that have been the strong pillars of Matrix’s success. Its two decades of operations, Matrix has been consistently growing in terms of revenue and market share. Pushin...

IFSEC to attend UK Drone Show 2016 in December at NEC Birmingham

The UK Drone Show will feature the biggest, best, and most innovative companies in drone retail The Drone Zone had a hugely successful debut at IFSEC International 2016 and as a result, IFSEC has decided to team up with the fantastic UK Drone Show which is taking place on the 3rd and 4th December 2016 at the NEC Birmingham. The UK Drone Show in December will feature the biggest, best, and most innovative companies in drone retail. These companies will bring the latest product...

VIVOTEK adds MS8392-EV vandal dome camera to multiple-sensor product line

The MS8392-EV camera is equipped with a removable IR-cut filter VIVOTEK, an IP surveillance provider, introduces the new vandal dome, MS8392-EV to upgrade its multiple-sensor product line. Building on the achievements of the MS8391-EV outdoor camera, the new MS8392-EV provides an all-in-one solution, featuring four 3-megapixel CMOS sensors with 180-degree panoramic views, revitalised within a brand-new aesthetic design. For wide open areas requiring detailed coverage, such as...

Matrox Graphics to display integration with TITAN WALL video wall system at UK Security Expo 2016

C-Series and Mura IPX cards to be demonstrated with TITAN WALL at UK Security Expo 2016 Matrox Graphics, a designer and manufacturer of video wall and multi-display graphics cards, announced the integration of its Mura IPX and C-Series products into Visual Management Systems’ new TITAN WALL video wall system.Security monitoringThe TITAN WALL video display wall is an integrated multi-platform, modular video wall solution comprised of a robust video wall processor con...

Arecont Vision simplifies installation with Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol

The camera GUI can be used to choose between DHCP or a static IP address All Arecont Vision cameras manufactured after October 20, 2016, will now come with Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) enabled, instead of a static IP address by default. The camera graphical user interface (GUI) or the AV IP Utility will continue to easily allow installers to set a specific static IP address when required. Choose between DHCP or IP Newly manufactured cameras will make their way...

IDIS appoints Reece Ellis as Regional Sales Manager for South of England

Reece Ellis will develop new partnerships while support existing integrators in his new role at IDIS IDIS, Korea’s largest surveillance manufacturer, has announced the appointment of Reece Ellis to the position of Regional Sales Manager covering the South of England. Reporting to Jamie Barnfield, Senior Sales Manager of IDIS Europe and based out the European headquarters in Brentford, Ellis is the latest addition of many in 2016 to support the continuing maturity of IDI...

Servest encourages retailers to upgrade security plans, preparing for Black Friday crowds

Servest is encouraging retailers to consider in-store security plans Last year, the National Police Chiefs' Council issued warnings to retailers to consider the security implications associated with the sales surge expected this Black Friday (Friday 25th November). Originally an American calendar event designed to mark the beginning of the Christmas shopping season, Black Friday promises to be the day when British shoppers hit the shops in order to make the most of the deals...

Dahua products recognised at the China Good Design Award 2016

Dahua’s star product "My eyes" industrial camera, is recognised as the Gold Winner of CGD 2016 China Good Design, often referred to as CGD as well as the “Chinese Red Dot”, is a brand new international design award initiated by the organiser of Red Dot Award for China market. It has become a major state-level honour in terms of industrial design in China. Dahua’s star product, “My eyes” industrial camera, is recognised as the Gold Winner of...

Surveon ensures warehouse security with advanced end-to-end surveillance solutions

Surveon NVR3000 Series ensures non-stop megapixel recording with reliability to prevent any video loss As holiday season is around the corner, it’s practically the busiest time of the year for people in the logistics industry to manage endless packages for delivery nationwide and even worldwide. Along with the vehicles running back and forth from the distribution centre, the opportunities for theft, fraud, or injury are likely to be increased accordingly. Surveon provide...

Defense & Security 2017 to host defence and security companies from 50 countries

Defense & Security 2017 is looking to host more than 25 National Pavilions In November 2017, Thailand’s Defense & Security 2017 exhibition is projected to host over 400 of the world’s leading defence and security companies from 50 countries. The 2017 event will continue the show’s spectacular growth and is set to expand further in the number of exhibiting companies, exhibit space, trade visitors, and foreign official delegations. Incre...

AllGoVision announces fresh funding and appointment of Raghavan Subramanian as CTO

AllGoVision’s primary focus is to provide solutions with high reliability and accuracy AllGoVision, a provider of video analytics software for surveillance applications, announced that it has received fresh funding to support its aggressive growth plans. The lead investors are Ashwin Amarapur and K Srinivasan. The funding will be used to increase its market presence across the world as well as to bolster the R&D in advanced video analytics. AllGoVision also announced...

Tyco Security Products launches exacqVision M-Series network video recorder with PoE and VMS features

The M-Series is easy to install, utilizing exacqVision EasyConnect to find, address & connect Illustra & other IP cameras to the network automatically & self-configure for motion-based recording Tyco Security Products introduces the new exacqVision M-Series, a cost-effective network video recorder that is easy to install and use. The exacqVision M-Series expands the all-in-one recorder category Exacq launched last March with the LC-Series PoE+ recorder. Similar to...

Micron launches microSD cards for industrial Internet of Things

Micron microSD cards are engineered to meet the ever-growing demand for capturing hours of security video Micron’s new industrial microSD cards for commercial mission critical applications are tailored to provide the reliability, quality, performance, security, and longevity needed in edge recording and other IIoT applications. Edge storage adoption is growing in IP video surveillance applications, due to its ability to provide recording redundancy, network load reducti...

Hanwha Techwin launches new Wisenet P Series 4K cameras with WiseStream compression

When WiseStream is combined with H.265 compression, bandwidth efficiency can be improved by up to 75% compared to current H.264 technology Hanwha Techwin has launched three new Samsung Wisenet P Series 4K cameras equipped with H.265 compression and WiseStream, a complementary compression technology which dynamically controls encoding, balancing quality, and compression according to movement in the image. As a result, the bandwidth and storage requirements of the 12MP resolutio...

Matrix Comsec to showcase enterprise grade telecom and security solutions at CeBIT India 2016

Matrix will be showcasing its latest telecom, video surveillance, and people mobility solutions at the event Matrix, a manufacturer of enterprise grade telecom and security solutions, is participating in CeBIT 2016, Bangalore. CeBIT India is a platform where brands from all over the world will exhibit their latest technological innovations. This year, Matrix will be showcasing its latest telecom, video surveillance, and people mobility solutions at the event. Telecom solution...

Avigilon develops sales growth, promotes James Henderson to Chief Sales and Marketing Officer

Mr. Henderson has been instrumental in the development and growth of Avigilon's sales organization Avigilon Corporation, provider of trusted security solutions, announced the promotion of James Henderson to Chief Sales and Marketing Officer. Proven track record Mr. Henderson joined Avigilon in 2011, most recently serving as Senior Vice President, Global Sales.  He has been instrumental in the development and growth of Avigilon's sales organisation. Mr. Henderson has a p...

Secutech Vietnam 2016 records surge in exhibitor and visitor attendance

Secutech Vietnam attracted a total of 7,473 trade visitors from 18 countries and regions Secutech Vietnam, an international security, fire and safety exhibition and conference in Vietnam concluded its ninth edition successfully. Running from 21st – 24th September, 2016, the event is the springboard for suppliers to tap into the expanding market in Vietnam. Celebrating the 55th anniversary of the General Department of Fire Prevention & Rescue, the show made its speci...

Connected Technologies announces integration of ScanPass Mobile Credential with Honeywell VISTA Series panels

Security dealers installing VISTA Series panels can now add state-of-the-art access control Connected Technologies, LLC, maker of the Connect ONE cloud-hosted security management platform, has announced new, seamless integration with Honeywell Security’s VISTA-128BPT and VISTA-250BPT Turbo Series control panels. Now, security dealers can easily add the latest access control feature ScanPass Mobile Credential to their customer’s Honeywell VISTA installations. Power...

NXT-ID joins Cisco Solution Partner Program to capture 2D and 3D biometric expressions

FaceMatch uses advanced facial recognition algorithms to implement access control NXT-ID, Inc., a company focused on the growing mobile commerce announces that it has joined the Cisco Solution Partner Program as a Solution Partner.Cisco Solution Partner ProgramGino Pereira, Chief Executive Officer, said, "We are very excited about our collaboration with Cisco as a Solution Partner and see it as a milestone for our business strategy moving forward. Having access to the Cis...

Siqura appoints Heiko Suwalski as Key Account Manager for Germany, Austria, and Switzerland

Heiko Suwalski has over two decades of experience working in the video security industry Heiko Suwalski has joined Siqura as its newest Key Account Manager for the regions of Germany, Austria and Switzerland. Suwalski brings with him over two decades of experience and a large network. Previous work experience Suwalski has had a long and successful history of working in the video security industry. Coming from such international companies as Siemens, Videor, Milestone, and Ca...

Oncam adds Stainless Steel camera model to Evolution 12 and Evolution 05 camera lines

The stylish new additions extend 360-degree video technology into demanding environments Oncam, the provider of 360-degree video capture and business intelligence technology, announces the addition of the Stainless-Steel camera model to its Evolution 12 and Evolution 05 camera lines. With this innovative design, the Evolution Stainless Steel camera opens up new possibilities in the more extreme camera applications that require heavy wash-down or exceptional resistance to corro...

Matrix Video Surveillance solution provides enhanced security to hospitality industry

Matrix Video Surveillance is a smart solution, crafted specifically for the hospitality industry Hospitality is a very distinct industry with unique security requirements that cannot be fulfilled by general video surveillance. In the view of rising terror and crimes, safety and security of guests is of utmost importance. What the hospitality industry requires is not just a generic video surveillance that will be used to investigate the event after it has occurred, but a smart...

FLIR Systems completes acquisition of Point Grey Research

Point Grey designs, manufactures, and distributes its cameras and related software to a global base of customers FLIR Systems announced that it has successfully completed its previously announced acquisition of the business of Point Grey Research, for an aggregate purchase price of $259 million in cash, or an enterprise value of $256 million excluding Point Grey's closing cash balance.Application marketsFounded in 1997 and based in Richmond, Briti...