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The combination of Guardsmark and Universal establishes the largest U.S.-owned security services company Universal Protection Service, a division of Universal Services of America and a portfolio company of Warburg Pincus and Partners Group, announced recently that it has acquired Guardsmark. The companies together create the largest U.S.-owned security company. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed. Guardsmark background Based in Memphis, Tennessee, Guardsmark is one o...

Verint® Systems Inc., recently introduced a series of enhancements to its situational awareness and video analytics solutions. These advancements are designed to further the end user experience and maximise visibility into an organisation’s security operations. Verint Situational Awareness platform upgrade The upgraded Verint Situational Awareness™ platform incorporates enhanced visualisation and actionable intelligence capabilities to help security personnel achieve higher lev...

OSVH’s main focus is to continue delivering unique security monitoring solutions to the government OffSite Vision Holdings, Inc. (OSVH), specialists in real-time security and safety solutions, recently announced that the company is continuing to expand its presence in the government sector by partnering with - Mark Chait, President of Sabre Security Solutions LLC. This partnership will allow OSVH to expand its sales efforts with the federal government. Sabre Security S...

WavestoreUSA, a world class innovator in open platform digital Video Storage and Management Systems, announces the new release of the NS1 Video Storage and Management Server, a revolutionary new product geared specifically to the Commercial and Residential Security Dealer market. The highly reliable NS1 delivers quality video performance enhancements, along with security integration capabilities and optimisations for video analytics and management in a very low cost, extremely easy to use and ul...

Redvision provides a software development kit (SDK) to allow NVR and VMS manufacturers to integrate and control its new rugged Full HD RV30-1080 & 720 PTZ camera range. Comprehensive integration of all PTZ functionality The SDK is presented in exactly the format control system developers require for comprehensive integration of all PTZ functionality. Bill Mead, MD of Videcom Security Ltd, recently integrated the company’s VNR control system with Redvison’s HD IP PTZ camera, ex...

At its vision proclamation ceremony in Seoul, Hanwha Techwin announced to promote the security and surveillance business globally Following on from the news that Hanwha Group has completed its acquisition of a major shareholding in Samsung Techwin, over 800 executives and employees attended a new vision proclamation ceremony in Seoul on 27th July, 2015. "Hanwha Techwin will serve as the growth engine for the group and will receive dedicated support from the group" said Kim Ch...

With security applications demanding more IP surveillance systems, installers frequently use fibre media converters to extend the 100m Ethernet distance, increasing it up to tens of Km. OT Systems now offers the full-range of industrial rack-mount multi-channel SFP media converters for high-density fibre link connections. The ET8181/ET161161 is designed to provide the flexibility of connecting 8/16 channels of 10/100 Mbps IP devices and the ET8282/ET162162 is designed to connect 8/16 channels o...

The new catalogue features 16 new course offerings since the last publication date of September, 2014 U.S. Security Associates (USA) announces the release of the new USA Security Academy Course Catalogue, featuring the addition of 16 new course offerings since the last publication date of September 2014. As one of America’s largest security companies, with more than 160 local offices, U.S. Security Associates established USA Security Academy to deliver centralised, consi...

VideoXpert is Pelco’s leading-edge Video Management System (VMS) that sets a new bar for the user experience Pelco by Schneider Electric recently announced that they have teamed up with Agent Video Intelligence(Agent Vi) to integrate Pelco’s VideoXpert™ video management platform with savVi™, Agent Vi’s video analytics platform – a union that literally extends the performance and functionality of the already powerful VideoXpert VMS. Expandin...

The new office, in St. Laurent, QC, will serve as home base for product support & technical support Hikvision, the world’s leading supplier of innovative and award-winning video surveillance products and solutions, is pleased to announce that the Hikvision Canada Inc. branch office will open on August 4. The office, located near Montreal, represents the company’s strong commitment to the Canadian market and speaks to its rapid growth in Canada, North America, a...

The projects ranged from serving meals at rescue missions to blood, food and clothing drives Protection 1, the largest full-service business and home security company in the U.S., recently announced that it has just completed its third annual “All for 1 Day” where its employees volunteered their time for local causes that will benefit the communities where they live and work. During this year’s event, team members from 70 branches across the country donated m...

Galaxy adds four new manufacturers’ rep firms to handle sales and support activities in markets Galaxy Control Systems, a leading provider of integrated access control, video and security solutions, has partnered with four new manufacturers’ representative firms to handle sales and support activities in markets that continue to show rapid expansion opportunities for the company. The new representative firms The new rep firms include: Bongiorno & Associates, I...

AMAG Technology announces the release of Symmetry CompleteView Video Management System version 4.5 and four new Symmetry PowerProtect NVRs. Earlier this year AMAG announced a deepened partnership with Salient Systems, Inc. where AMAG now offers Salient’s CompleteView VMS, PowerProtect NVRs and TouchView Mobile App video solutions as part of the Symmetry product line. This is the first software upgrade and NVR addition since the initial announcement in March. Symmetry CompleteView 4.5 &ld...

As part of celebration, OT Systems honoured its local and international employees for their commitment and dedication OT Systems, a leading security-industry company dedicated to transmission solutions, recently commemorated its 10-year anniversary with a celebration, honouring many of its local and international employees for their commitment and dedication to the company's growth over the last decade. "It's been a wonderful decade of achievements for OT Systems," said Domen...

AlliedBarton will host the seminar on Wednesday, August 26, from 8 to 10:30 a.m. in the South Terraces AlliedBarton Security Services, the industry's premier provider of highly trained security personnel, will host a seminar on the Components of a Comprehensive Workplace Violence Preparedness Program on Wednesday, August 26, from 8 to 10:30 a.m. in the South Terraces located at 115 Perimeter Center Place, Atlanta. Understanding violent minds Paul Merritt, co-founder of Fortr...

Honeywell MAXPRO Cloud integrated video surveillance and access control security system wins ESX award The Electronic Security Expo (ESX) - the national trade event where electronic security and life safety dealers, integrators, and monitoring professionals connect, learn, and prepare for the future - announced the winner of ESX 2015 TechVision Challenge. ESX continues to highlight next-generation technology in the electronic security and life safety industry. This year, ESX...

Vemotion with Synectics to integrate its video and streaming solutions with the Synergy command and control platform Wireless transmission technology specialist Vemotion has announced a key strategic alliance with a major global security brand. The Thirsk-based security group is working with Synectics to integrate its video and streaming solutions with the Synergy command and control platform. Synectics and Vemotion first came together on a project for Wakefield Council an...

At the summit, Matrix introduced products in both security and telecom range Matrix Comsec, recently concluded its seventh annual partners Growth Summit at Daman. It was a two day event where top performing Matrix system integrators were acknowledged and awarded for their outstanding sales performance in the previous year. More than 200 Matrix partners from 20+ countries attended the summit. Complying with its tradition of introducing products during the summit, this year too...

Designed to assist installers where equipment storage space is limited, Dantech Electronic Engineering has released a slimline 19” rackmount wall cabinet. A novel design providing installers with the option to rackmount 19” equipment into a shallow depth (20cm) wall mount enclosure, two versions of the enclosure include the DA816-S standard unit and DA816-F, which is a standard enclosure but includes a power distribution unit and 2 x cooling fans. The ideal solution for installers...

In her new role, Ms. Agromayor will collaborate with Altronix team on current and future marketing initiatives Altronix recently appointed Amelia Agromayor to the position of Sales and Marketing Coordinator to assist in managing and supporting the company’s continually expanding marketing, advertising and internal sales-related activities. Ms. Agromayor joins Altronix with a diversified background in the professional security market. After spending several years with In...

The subject matter ranges from workplace violence and cyber bullying to campus safety U.S. Security Associates (USA) announces the release of a collection of new white papers exploring a variety of today’s top security issues. With subject matter ranging from workplace violence and cyber bullying to campus safety and cyber intelligence, the new publications bring together information and insights from the industry thought leaders and security company experts shaping the...

QNAP® Systems, Inc. recently announced the release of QTS 4.2 Beta – the smart NAS operating system that empowers users to achieve more in business and home life with minimal effort. With a revamped user interface and many exciting features, QTS 4.2 makes for smarter, smoother and spectacular cloud experiences with stronger security. "QNAP continues to break the barriers of devices, platforms and geography to bring optimised cloud experiences to business and home users alike," said To...

Geutebruck has placed a special focus on industries and their solutions for many years, because correctional facilities have different needs than hospitals or forensics. Geutebruck addresses this with another solution concept: video security for the healthcare industry. Patients and visitors have an important need for security, because concerns about health are already stressful enough. The psyche significantly influences the healing process. Everything has to fit together perfectly: the medica...

Camden Door Controls has released their new CV-350 Series TCP/IP and RS485 networked access control system. Designed for 2 to 6 door applications, the system also provides virtually unlimited system expansion. System integration and other features In addition to its 8 – 128 bit card readers, the system also features fully integrated fingerprint reader and keypad support. The graphics based software is free and allows management of all user credentials from a single screen. The TCP/IP and...

3xLOGIC, Inc., a leading provider of integrated intelligent security solutions, recently announced the release of its new VIGIL™ V250 Series NVRs. VIGIL V250 Series NVRs come with either 4 or 8 port embedded PoE switches, are pre-configured with VIGIL VMS software and have 2TB and 4TB storage, respectively. These NVRs offer full integration with a wide variety of data sources including Point-of-sale (POS), ATM, access control, alarms and audio devices, and provide both audio and video ver...

Mendoza will be responsible for managing day-to-day operations for commercial and residential sales activities Protection 1, the largest full-service business and home security company in the U.S., recently announced that it has named John Mendoza to the position of general manager for its Wichita branch. Mendoza will report to Regional Vice President Robert Kerr. ”John has been a valuable part of the Protection 1 family for the past 12 years and during that time he has...

Internationally acclaimed crisis management expert Bruce Blythe will speak about understanding the violent mind AlliedBarton Security Services, the industry's premier provider of highly trained security personnel, will host a seminar on the Components of a Comprehensive Workplace Violence Preparedness Programme on Wednesday, August 19, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. in the Memorial Health Auditorium located at 4700 Waters Ave., Savannah. Expert guidance Bruce Blythe, an internatio...

Power over Ethernet (PoE) enabled IP cameras or other IP devices are rapidly becoming industry standard in the security market due to their simple installation and cost savings. The PoE technology allows the IP data and power to be delivered over the same UTP cable. The IP cameras or devices don't need an additional AC power point. They can be placed in virtually any location, such as ceilings, without requiring a power-point at the location. It eliminates the need for additional and often expe...

Bruce Riesterer has been appointed Vice President, Vertical & Centralized Operations STANLEY Security, a leading global manufacturer and integrator of comprehensive security solutions for a wide range of industries, announces the establishment of its new Vertical & Centralised Operations (VOPS) team and supporting Network Operations Centre. The combination of these entities is dedicated to providing an unparalleled installation and service experience for end-users in...

Tamron Co., Ltd., Saitama, Japan, specialized manufacturer of optics and one of the leading companies in the security / surveillance equipment industry announces the release of three types of ultra-high-performance machine vision fixed-focal (8mm / 16mm / 25mm) lenses for 1.1"-format 3.1-μm-pixel-pitch imagers (Model: M111FM08 / M111FM16 / M111FM25). Development concept Mega-pixel machine vision cameras used in industrial applications including production equipment, chip mounters, test appa...