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IHS reports market growth for video surveillance cabling and infrastructure in 2013

IHS forecasts that market growth will exceed the rate for the wider market for video surveillance equipment A new report from IHS report reveals that over 2 million kilometres of new cabling was used in video surveillance solutions in 2013 Staggeringly, laid end-to-end this is enough cable to wrap around the world 50 times over. A total of $540 million was spent on video surveillance cabling and infrastructure in 2013. Video surveillance applications therefore account...

Sicura Systems Managing Director Vincenzo Roberti announces departure

Sicura Systems was acquired in 2013 by Access Control Technology (ACT) Vincenzo Roberti, Managing Director and co-founder of Sicura Systems has announced he is to leave the company. Vincenzo formed Sicura Systems in 2005 and has steered it into becoming a leading software developer and installer of mission critical security infrastructures. Its impressive set of clients traverse a range of sectors, such as motorsport, the FIA (formula 1); Utilities; Transportation; Govern...

QNAP partners with Seagate to demonstrate its Turbo NAS series and storage expansion solutions at CeBIT 2014

Seagate’s NAS hard drives were used throughout QNAP’s booth to showcase reliable NAS solutions at the event At the opening of CeBIT 2014, QNAP® Systems, Inc. has partnered with Seagate® Technology to demonstrate a new series of Turbo NAS and storage expansion solutions with its new QTS 4.1 NAS operating system, VioStor NVR firmware QVR 5.0, and more. Visitors can experience the full-spectrum of Turbo NAS series and VioStor NVR series at CeBIT 2014. QTS 4.1...

Dahua attends the 10th ONVIF Developer’s Plugfest in Fukuoka, Japan

Over 5 client venders and 15 server providers were inter-testing with Dahua, including Axis, Canon, Exacq, Pelco, and Samsung Dahua Technology, a world-leading manufacturer and supplier of video surveillance products headquartered in Hangzhou, China attended the 10th ONVIF Developer’s Plugfest in Fukuoka. The Plugfest consists of two parts, peer to peer testing and user scenario testing, not only allowing manufacturers to inter-test separately, but also providing a chan...

Raytec, Corps Security, Milestone, OPTEX and Samsung to host free seminar on 5 Steps for Effective Remote Video Monitoring

The event is built around short presentations, live demo and break-out sessions For customers involved in designing, using or assessing remotely monitored CCTV systems, a free seminar, 5 Steps for Effective Remote Video Monitoring, on 20th March in Glasgow will give valuable information and best practices to help you deter crime, reduce false alarms and comply with the BS8418 standard. The seminar is hosted by Corps Security, Milestone, OPTEX, Raytec and Samsung. This half d...

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...

Addonics Technologies unveils its 6G RAID Tower family of external storage solutions

Addonics Technologies recently announced the 6G RAID Tower family of external storage solutions, which connect multiple drives to any system at 6Gbps speed. The new Addonics solutions are ideal for video storage or large data applications. They are a simple way to expand the storage capacity of servers or any computing equipment with terabytes of storage space without sacrificing the full speed capability of the high performance hard drive or SSD. Depending on the model, as much as 60 terabyte...

AG Neovo to showcase its line of CCTV displays at Secutech Taipei 2014

AG Neovo will showcase its TM-Series multi-touch displays at the event AG Neovo, a leading supplier of security and surveillance displays, will showcase some of its latest offerings at Secutech Taipei 2014 for industry professionals. The TM-23 and TM-27 are 10-point multi-touch displays crafted with flexible dual-hinge stand. The TM-Series makes it possible for security system designers and integrators to develop new and intuitive applications, for the best in versatility, du...

AxxonSoft unveils version 4.9.0 of its Axxon Intellect Enterprise

AxxonSoft has released version 4.9.0 of the Axxon Intellect Enterprise PSIM platform. This version is focused on new capabilities and features that are taking Axxon Intellect to the next level of performance and efficiency. Here are the key new features in the version: Axxon Intellect Enterprise 4.9.0 transmits video and performs forensic search of recorded video on 64-bit computing platforms. This allows boosting security system performance. 64-bit versions of the Video and Forensic Search mo...

Moxa Americas collaborates with SunSpec Alliance to host 2014 Solar Securitization and Grid Control Symposium

The event is to be held at the Moxa Americas premises on April 22, 2014 The SunSpec Alliance, a global trade association of solar PV industry participants pursuing information standards for the distributed energy industry, in collaboration with Moxa Americas. Over 60 organisations are members of the SunSpec Alliance, including global leaders from Asia, Europe, and North America. SunSpec standards address most major sub-systems and operational aspects of PV power plants on the...

Allegion’s concealed vertical cable exit devices meet hurricane wind protection testing standards

Allegion PLC, a leading global provider of security products and solutions, recently announced that its concealed vertical cable (CVC) exit devices, which install in minutes, have been tested to have a design rating of +/- 75 pounds per square foot (psf) with a large missile impact, thus meeting the Florida Building Code requirements for hurricane wind protection. “Our Concealed Vertical Cable System addresses the frustrations that customers have come to accept with traditional vertical r...

Belkin’s latest Secure Web Camera Adapter and Advanced Secure USB Peripheral switch improve network safety

Belkin is pleased to announce two new products that help mitigate cyber threats and improve network safety for government agencies, financial institutions and other organisations where security is paramount and deploying a hardware-based solution is critical. For example, using web cameras in a computing environment may cause a security breach if not properly protected. Intruders can exploit computers that are non-secure as a result of web cameras that can view and eavesdrop on conversations, w...

WavestoreUSA partners with BTI to distribute its video surveillance solutions throughout Canada

BTI is the newest addition to WavestoreUSA's growing network of qualified partners WavestoreUSA, a provider of professional digital video and audio recording solutions for video surveillance applications, has signed BTI as an authorised distributor and reseller throughout Canada. Based in Edmonton, Alberta, BTI's value-added distribution approach will supply technical, training and consultation support to serve the needs of WavestoreUSA integrators, dealers and end users throu...

3xLOGIC to showcase latest version of its flagship product at ISC West 2014

3xLOGIC’s complete line of VIGIL VMS is now available to members of PSA Security Network 3xLOGIC, Inc., a leading provider of advanced video surveillance and video-supported business intelligence, announced recently that its complete line of VIGIL Video Management System (VMS), Business Intelligence (BI) software, and purpose-built video appliances are now available to members of PSA Security Network, the world’s largest electronic security cooperative. Named a PS...

NVT’s new suite of ‘3D Application Visuals’ achieve camera image transmission at extended distances

Supporting their comprehensive range of analogue CCTV and Ethernet & PoE transmission products, Network Video Technologies (NVT), has created a brand new suite of photo-realistic 3D Application Visuals. Each three-dimensional visual illustrates the use of NVT products and wiring topologies in a variety of popular vertical market applications. These include rail, retail, Point-of-Sale, casino, car park, warehousing, and many more. Available in a variety of language versions, the easy to fol...

TB Forum 2014 sees 31% of integrators, installers and installation companies as visitors

TB Forum 2014 also witnesses a 13% increase in the number of pre-registered visitors From 11th to 14th days of February 2014, Russian and foreign manufacturers and purchasers held a meeting at the key domestic security event – The XIX International Forum Security and Safety Technologies. A serious exhibition for very serious people In the year 2014, delegations of ministries and departments of Russia and other countries, responsible security managers of enterprises ope...

Theia to display its latest varifocal lenses at ISC West 2014

The new lens allows C mount camera users in security and broadcast markets more flexibility Theia has leveraged its patented, award winning Linear Optical Technology® platform to offer optical distortion correction in its new ML183M, the C mount version of its popular SL183 varifocal lens. The new lens will allow C mount camera users in the machine vision, automation, security, and broadcast markets more flexibility in wide coverage of an area, fine tuning wide fields of v...

Total Recall to present its Statue of Liberty project at the upcoming ASIS New York City Security Conference and Expo

Total Recall has brought 9 security vendors to enhance security at the Statue of Liberty National Monument Total Recall Corporation, a video-centric security technology provider specialising in surveillance solutions, has brought together nine state-of-the-art technology vendors to deliver an award-winning IP-based, digital video surveillance solution used by the U.S. Park Police, National Park Service (NPS) and the Department of Interior (DOI) to enhance public safety and imp...

Digital Watchdog acquires Innovative Security Designs Inc.

The acquisition further asserts Digital Watchdog's commitment to creating quality, easy to use solutions Digital Watchdog, a security and surveillance solutions leader, is proud to announce the acquisition of Innovative Security Designs, Inc. ("ISD") located in Irvine, California. This acquisition further asserts Digital Watchdog's commitment to innovation and creating quality, easy to use solutions. This transaction is expected to close in the coming weeks. Founded in 1987,...

BCDVideo releases its latest SuperNOVA Series of external stand-alone storage arrays

BCDVideo has released their new SuperNOVA Series of external stand-alone storage arrays, which have been developed specifically for IP video projects requiring large numbers of cameras and long periods of retention. “We have manufactured these units with the server incorporated into the standalone solution. The server, which can support up to 1000Mb/s of video ingestion, is powerful enough to drive four arrays for a one petabyte video storage solution, all within a mere 22U of rack space,&...

Euresys launches new high-definition PCIe video capture card extending its Picolo HD series

Euresys is proud to announce the launch of a new high-definition PCIe video capture card extending the Picolo HD series. The Picolo HD 3G DVI is a low-profile video and audio capture card which offers the flexibility to acquire video from one high-definition camera (up to 1080p60) or, alternatively, a standard-definition analogue Y/C or composite video source. The high-definition video input is compatible with various colour video signals: DVI-D for HD digital video, DVI-A or Y/Pb/Pr for HD an...

Teleste showcases its end-to-end offering for cable TV, IPTV, and OTT operators at Andina Link 2014

Teleste showcased its Luminato digital headend platform, HFC access network products, and DOCSIS Access Hub Andina Link 2014 took place on 26 – 27 February, 2014 at Centro de Convenciones in Cartagena de Indias, Colombia. In Andina Link Teleste presented its end-to-end offering for cable TV, IPTV and OTT operators. Digitalisation of the networks is advancing rapidly in Latin America. Teleste offers several cutting edge technologies and solutions for the operators to sup...

Milestone signs sales representation agreement with Latin America RepGroup

The partnership aims to promote and strengthen trade relations with dealers and systems integrators in Latin America Milestone Systems, the open platform company in IP video management software (VMS), announces that the Latin America RepGroup (LAR) has signed a sales representation agreement that includes all of the Latin American regions. LAR is the largest manufacturers’ representative for electronic security in Latin America. Milestone and LAR have signed a represent...

Teleste co-exhibits with its partner Elcom Innovations at Defexpo India 2014

Teleste presented its video surveillance solutions at the event Teleste presented its video surveillance solutions at Defexpo India 2014 where Teleste co-exhibited with its partner Elcom Innovations. The exhibition was eighth in the series of biennial Land, Naval and Internal Homeland Security Systems Exhibition held at Pragati Maidan, New Delhi from 6th to 9th February 2014. Attendees met Teleste at the event and found out more about its complete and robust video surveillan...

Schneider Electric unveils Pelco™ traditional, general-purpose and fortified camera enclosure systems

Schneider Electric recently announced a new line-up of Pelco™ traditional, general-purpose and fortified camera enclosure systems. The release of these seven enclosure systems provides a cost effective solution to the end user as well as making connectivity in harsh environments achievable. “These significant advancements in camera enclosure capabilities represent excellent opportunity for security system specifiers, resellers and installers,” said Craig Dahlman, Director of A...

ACTi’s Edge Recorder Client helps build network video surveillance system based on camera's local storage

ACTi Edge Recorder Client is a light version of a NVR system that will help build up a network video surveillance system based on the camera's local storage. With ACTi Edge Recorder Client, there is no need to prepare separate recording devices since the video is recorded in the SD card inside the camera. It supports real-time monitoring of up to 16 video streaming devices, multiple layout styles, video search and playback, recording download, and live on-screen PTZ manipulation. With its one-c...

AMG announces technology partnership with Vidiwave

AMG's PanoCam360 is integrated with Vidiwave’s technology solutions for remote management into large commercial fleets AMG Systems, the British manufacturer of sophisticated Megapixel cameras and CCTV transmission technology, and Vidiwave, leading manufacturer of Remote Managed Services for the Transport Sector have entered a technology partnership. The agreement means that AMG-Panogenics’ PanoCam360 is integrated with Vidiwave’s technology solutions for...

AVer signs distribution agreement with ESMS to sell video surveillance products in India

ESMS will introduce AVer’s video surveillance products and solutions to its channel partners and system integrators AVer, a major global provider of presentation/education solutions, security surveillance solutions and video conferencing solutions is excited to announce a new distribution agreement with Ex-servicemen’s Multipurpose Service (ESMS) India Pvt. Ltd to sell video surveillance products in India. Both companies have a proven record in this industry and ar...

Electronic Security Association’s latest fire certification approved by Louisiana Life Safety & Property Protection Advisory Board

Louisiana is the latest state to approve the ESA's newest fire certification Louisiana is the latest state to approve the Electronic Security Association’s (ESA) newest fire certification, Certified Fire Alarm Designer – Level III (CFAD), as an acceptable form of education to meet the requirements for fire alarm contractors in the state. Louisiana joins Iowa and Tennessee as the third state to approve the designation as an education requirement since it launche...

CBC (America) Corp. welcomes Alan Green as its Eastern Regional Sales Manager, Imaging Technology Division

Mr. Green will be responsible for identifying growth opportunities in IP surveillance for the East coast of the US CBC (America) Corp., a premier manufacturer of intelligent video surveillance systems is pleased to announce the addition of Mr. Alan Green as Eastern Regional Sales Manager, Imaging Technology Division. Mr. Green is an industry veteran bringing extensive channel management skills to CBC along with a strong background in the growing IP surveillance market segment...