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The optronic mast features optimised stealth characteristics At this year’s DSEI exhibition in London, Cassidian Optronics GmbH, previously known as Carl Zeiss Optronics, presents its new OMS 200 low-profile optronic mast. Using newly developed passive sensors the system improves reconnaissance capabilities, especially when visibility is bad. At the same time, the optronic mast features optimised stealth characteristics resulting from its highly integrated, compact desig...

LightCatcher technology provides the most effective way to capture colour detail in extreme low-light environments Avigilon, a leader in high definition (HD) and megapixel video surveillance solutions, recently introduced LightCatcher technology to its camera line-up. To be demonstrated at ASIS 2013, Avigilon’s innovative LightCatcher technology provides the industry’s most effective way to capture evidentiary colour detail in extreme low-light environments. This n...

Panasonic Cloud Management Services Europe will expand cloud monitoring services into SMB, SOHO, and home residential markets At IFA 2013, Panasonic Europe has announced the establishment of Panasonic Cloud Management Services Europe BV and its intention to expand the Cameramanager video surveillance service into wider markets. Today Panasonic Europe is announcing the establishment of a new company, Panasonic Cloud Management Services Europe B.V., to spearhead its drive into...

Matrox Graphics Inc. recently announced compatibility of the Matrox Avio F125 fibre-optic KVM extension solution with the EIZO DuraVision FDH3601 monitor, which features 8.8 megapixels (4096x2160 native resolution) across a 36.4" screen. The DuraVision FDH3601 comes with two DVI-D and two DisplayPort inputs and an advanced set of specifications including 1.07 billion display colours from a palette of 278 trillion, a 1,000:1 contrast ratio, 700 cd/m² brightness and an 8ms response time. Ma...

This latest release introduces the VideoIQ Rialto R-Series. The R-Series is a 1U rack-mount analytics appliance that analyses and records up to 16 security cameras per unit. The R-Series is available in IP, analogue or hybrid base models and supports standard analogue (PAL or NTSC) cameras or IP cameras utilising h.264 video streamed across RTSP. In addition, the R-Series includes two, user-replaceable,1 TB HDDs for local storage. The two hard drives can be configured as Raid 1 – a mirror...

Sentry 360, one of the fastest growing megapixel surveillance camera developers, is excited to announce their integration with March Networks Command Video Management System (VMS) software. With key features including mass configuration, real-time alerting with handling acknowledgment procedures, and one-click access to associated camera views, Command is the latest example of March Networks’ focus on enterprise-class manageability and ease-of-use. Thomas Carnevale, founder and CEO of Sen...

Rod Wilson has over 30 years’ experience within the security sector In order to build on the continuing success of the industry leading Menvier and Scantronic ranges, Cooper Security is delighted to announce the appointment of Rod Wilson as its new area sales manager for the South East. Wilson is tasked with enhancing Cooper Security’s presence and driving demand for its innovative solutions amongst installers and distributors in Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, East S...

Whether during the day or at night, indoors or outdoors – the new generation of PTZ network domes allows the video surveillance specialist ABUS Security-Centre to focus on an inconspicuous, and yet highly effective, observation. Once integrated into existing IP networks, the new 24-hour guards combine all the flexibility of speed domes with the optical precision and long-term availability of network cameras. Everywhere video surveillance is required at the same time as maximum flexibility...

Exclusive UK/Ireland distributor Pyser-SGI Limited has announced the availability of TV-Logic’s new high quality TSM Series 18.5 inch and 23 inch LCD monitors for CCTV applications. The TV-Logic 18.5 inch TSM-182W (above) and 23 inch TSM-232W high quality picture monitors from Pyser-SGI are ideal for improved control room monitoring and evidential suites. (Digital images available from Stefan Czich at Pyser-SGI). The two new monitors will accept a very wide range of input signals from th...

Moxa, a provider of hardened networking, communication and computing solutions, announced recently it received Underwriters Laboratories (UL) certification of its VPort 36-1MP-IVA-T surveillance camera for Class 1, Div. 2 hazardous locations. Receiving UL certification means the camera can be safely deployed in potentially hazardous locations where flammable gases or vapors either are or may be present in the atmosphere in sufficient concentration to produce an ignitable mixture. Certification...

Martin will be charged with directing all sales activities on behalf of WavestoreUSA within its target markets WavestoreUSA, a provider of professional digital video and audio recording solutions for surveillance applications, is pleased to appoint Jennifer Martin, a 38-year veteran of the security and technology industries, as its Director of Sales. Martin will be charged with directing all sales activities on behalf of WavestoreUSA within its target markets. As the company...

H.265 HEVC was approved as a standard for video compression developed by the ISO and ITU-T Aventura Technologies, Inc., an industry  leader in advanced security and video management technology announced it will be showcasing the first H.265 HEVC (High Efficiency Video Coding) solutions at the ASIS International Annual Seminar and Exhibits at McCormick Place in Chicago. Aventura's all new H.265 high-definition and high efficiency network security cameras and recorders repr...

ASIS leaders and IOFM analysts will present findings from the report in a special session at ASIS in Chicago ASIS International (ASIS) and the Institute of Finance and Management (IOFM) jointly announce the release of “The United States Security Industry: Size and Scope, Insights, Trends, and Data,” an extensive benchmark study of the private security industry’s expansion over the past decade and projected future growth. An analysis of the security products a...

It happens all too often. You have installed an advanced surveillance system. The video looks bright and smooth to your eyes. You expect everything to work correctly. But when you try to retrieve the video looking for evidence after a crime, the details you need are not there. The culprit is the motion blur. Motion blur makes moving objects such as car or a person blurry, particularly in low light conditions. You don’t realise this until you pause a video looking for details. Therefore, y...

Michael was president of Crime Stoppers International where he was responsible for its Law Enforcement & Interpol liaison Michael Gordon Gibson will join Facewatch to focus on the National and International roll out of the service to Police forces. Currently 9 UK forces have adopted the Facewatch system and the goal is to increase coverage rapidly over the next 12months. Michael Gordon Gibson, commented: “This is a superb opportunity for me to join a highly innovati...

Monitor America aims to fulfill need for residential and commercial monitoring services Monitor America, LLC., has received UL certification for meeting all requirements pertaining to UL Standard for Safety for Central Station Alarm Services listing. UL Listed “Becoming UL listed is a milestone for Monitor America and its goal of being the most advanced central station for alarm services in the nation,” said Jay Stuck, spokesperson for Monitor America. “Secu...

Edvinas Pranculis will present the topic of "Moving from Threat Centric to Trust Centric IT Security Model" Edvinas Pranculis, Regional Sales Director at Lumension, will deliver the keynote presentation at Infosecurity Russia 2013 in Moscow, Crocus Expo, on 26th September. With 9+ years of experience in IT service and information security management, Edvinas Pranculis will bring a wealth of knowledge to the presentation topic of "Moving from Threat Centric to Trust Centric IT...

Giri Ramamoorthy will be responsible for accelerating the expansion of Pacom in Asia Pacom Systems, the global leader in remotely managed security systems, has announced recently that Giri Ramamoorthy has joined the company as Director for Sales & Business Development for the Asia region. Ramamoorthy, who is based in Singapore, will be responsible for accelerating the expansion of the Pacom business in the Asia region. Ramamoorthy brings more than 17 years of security ind...

The acquisition will increase Tyco's presence in the rapidly expanding network video security industry Tyco Security Products announced recently that the company has completed the acquisition of Exacq Technologies (Exacq), A developer of open architecture video management systems (VMS) for security and surveillance applications for $150 Million in cash. This acquisition complements and expands Tyco Security Products’ product offering and increases the company’s pr...

SVT will provide Aimetis with daily sales support by working closely with the existing distribution channels Aimetis Corp., a global leader in intelligent video management software, recently announced that SVT Solutions Inc. will be representing Aimetis Symphony throughout Western Canada. SVT Solutions Inc. is a manufacturer’s representative agency providing coverage for Western Canada. Partnering with leading manufacturers in the electrical, industrial, security and da...

Network Video Technologies (NVT), the award-winning manufacturer of high-performance analogue and digital video transmission products, has released a new IP design tool. So now, surveillance system specifiers and designers can go straight to the top of the class - with NVT’s new IP Wire Distance Calculator. By simply entering the required camera power, cable/transmission length and type, along with camera data rate, the NVT calculator does the rest – displaying the maximum recommen...

Arecont Vision, the industry leader in IP megapixel camera technology, announces the availability of the world's first 40-megapixel day/night panoramic camera providing a 180° field of view. The new all-in-one AV40185DN SurroundVideo camera is a cost-effective solution for applications where mechanical pan-tilt-zoom (PTZ) devices might otherwise have to be used or where multiple cameras would be needed to view expansive coverage areas. The higher-resolution panoramic view camera can be used...

MESSOA Technologies Inc. announced recently the 4/8CH Lite NVR Solution now supports more network cameras as a number of new models, including the PRO Series and the Mini Series network cameras, were introduced in the past months. The additional supported cameras are expected to strengthen what has already been a comprehensive NVR solution and to further expand the range of applications to its fullest extent. Other than the original 4 supported models, the Lite NVR solution expands its support...

The UK Pavilion will act as a hub for visitors to explore what overseas suppliers have on offer IFSEC Istanbul, organised by UBM Live, is excited to announce the launch of the UK Pavilion, sponsored by the British Security Industry Association (BSIA). Showcasing 16 of the UK’s leading manufacturers, the UK Pavilion will act as a hub for visitors to explore what overseas suppliers have on offer at the Lutfi Kirdar Convention and Exhibition Centre, from the 30th September...

Burger King approved and selected the Polaroid line of CCTV surveillance systems to be used at all locations Upon completing an agreement, PRD International, manufacturer of Polaroid Professional Security Systems, has announced that it will be an official provider of surveillance systems to over 7,200 Burger King franchises. RSI (Retail Services, Inc.), the Burger King-owned provider of “approved goods and services” for all franchises, approved and selected the Pol...

MOBOTIX AG launches the new camera platform, M15. A platform which is based on the new MOBOTIX 5 Megapixel Technology, it offers two exchangeable sensor modules and further builds on MOBOTIX ‘innovative camera platform concept. “The M15 offers the latest in MOBOTIX ‘camera system technology and follows a proud tradition that we have started over 13 years ago with the M1 and have continued with the M10 and M12,” says Dr. Ralf Hinkel, founder and CEO of MOBOTIX AG. “...

Axxonsoft's South Africa team demonstrated Axxon Next for integrators, distributors and suppliers Axxonsoft has expanded its activities on the African continent with a series of presentations and demonstrations in major cities across South Africa. The Axxonsoft South Africa team visited Johannesburg, Cape Town and Durban presenting to over 120 integrators, distributors and other suppliers of electronic security equipment. This was carried out with the support of Axxonsoft's...

Taylor has been chairman of the Security Equipment Manufacturers Section Technical Committee since February 2004 Eaton’s Cooper Security business is pleased to announce that Stewart Taylor has been awarded the Chairman’s Award for Contribution to Standards by the British Security Industry Association (BSIA). Now in its 15th year, the 2013 awards ceremony honoured industry professionals, including Taylor, on Tuesday, July 16, 2013, at the BSIA’s exclusive annu...

The new EyeRCore-2 is the next generation in thermal imaging engine. Designed to offer ultra-low power consumption offers powerful built in FPGA, tecless and shutter less operation and utilises the latest 640x480 17µm pixel imager. This has provided a dramatic improvement in video quality combined with a significant increase in picture resolution against the 25µ pitch predecessor. Shutter less technology allows uncooled IR engines and cameras to operate continuously without the need...

AMG Systems, the British manufacturer of sophisticated Megapixel cameras and CCTV transmission technology, announces that they have released a set of radio and GPRS products to enhance their existing transmission product range. Alan Hayes, founder and MD of AMG Group, comments, “I am absolutely delighted that we are now incorporating these very attractive product ranges, which fall in line with our strategy to widen our market reach and product offering in the transmission space.: The ne...