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Arecont Vision's representative firm has expertise in megapixel technology Arecont Vision, the industry leader in IP-based megapixel camera technology, is pleased to announce that Security Marketing Consultants (SMC) now represents the company in the Midwest region of the United States. SMC brings extensive experience selling leading-edge technology to this important market. Security Marketing Consultants joins Arecont Vision’s 10 manufacturer’s representative firm...

Arecont Vision's new warranty took effect on June 1, 2012 Arecont Vision, the industry leader in IP megapixel camera technology, announces its new 3-year warranty for the company’s entire megapixel camera line sold anywhere around the globe. The new 3-year warranty is identical to the company’s previous 1-year warranty with the exception of the coverage term. The new warranty took effect June 1, 2012. “Arecont Vision megapixel cameras are engineered and manu...

MOBOTIX partner SeSys Ltd exhibits at Counter Terror Expo in London MOBOTIX partner SeSys Ltd, a specialist in network vision solutions, has successfully exhibited at the recent Counter Terror Expo in London with a £7,500 MOBOTIX display stand it won during a recent partner promotion. The "MOBOTIX Live Demo Station Promotion” ran from January 2012 through to March, awarded the partner that met individual quarterly sales targets with a MOBOTIX presentation stand. T...

High resolution thermal imaging have increased applications such as remote and long distance monitoring Thermal imaging is forcing rapid change to the security industry worldwide according to thermal imaging technology specialist Irisys. It’s possibly the most disruptive technology for thirty years and it’s being accelerated by lower price points and technology advancements. Go back just 5 years and the use of thermal imaging in security was rare. Price kept a lid...

Hile has expertise in a variety of senior-level positions with manufacturers and integrated firms Integrated Fire and Security Solutions, Inc., a leading systems integration firm focused on the delivery of customised, integrated security solutions, recently announced that Robert Hile has been named the company’s new chief executive officer, effective immediately. Hile is responsible for leading and driving the company’s next phase of expansion and growth in new and...

Grundig, the German electronics manufacturer, continues to enhance and expand its IP camera range. The complete range now includes domes, vandal-resistant domes, box, bullet and PTZ dome cameras, all with 2 Megapixel, WDR chipsets delivering exceptional image quality. The new, panoramic, fisheye dome comes with an outstanding, 5MP CMOS sensor. Each IP camera has 5 privacy zones with digital noise reduction (DNR) and up to 4  video streams – including 1080p and 720p at 25fps and a BNC...

Raytec and its products recognised for green standards CCTV Lighting specialists Raytec have recently been awarded ISO 14001 certification for environmentally friendly company practices, including the prevention of pollution and a reduction in general impact on the environment. Now not only are Raytec’s products fundamentally green, but Raytec as a company is green too. ISO 14001 is an international environmental standard which specifies a process for controlling and im...

Axis becomes number one in the category of surveillace cameras As confirmed in the latest IMS Research report, Axis Communications has strengthened its market leader position in network video and has taken the number one position in the category of surveillance cameras. "The report confirms our own estimates of gained market shares last year, where we presented a growth of 33 percent," says Phil Doyle, regional director, Northern Europe, Axis Communications. "We further stren...

The products were demonstrated by AxxonSoft’s partner, TS Middle East AxxonSoft software products were presented at Safe Secure Pakistan which took place in Karachi, Pakistan from 8 to 10 May, 2012. The products were demonstrated by AxxonSoft’s partner, TS Middle East and featured the new version of Axxon Smart PRO video management software with its Time Compressor and Interactive Map features, Axxon Intellect Enterprise integrated platform as well as Face Intellec...

Connexion2's new device will feature a camera function, to capture still-images and stream video during a ‘Red Alert’ Lone worker specialist, Connexion2, developer and manufacturer of the award-winning Identicom lone worker device range will be unveiling the next generation Identicom on Stand Number 3/F32 at IFSEC International 2012. Identicom is the UK’s most widely used, dedicated lone worker device with over 100,000 devices shipped since its launch in 2004...

IFSEC encourages all CCTV practitioners to review their security camera installation and operation As the UK counts down to the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee and Olympic celebrations, security concerns will be at a record high. In recognition of this, IFSEC International, the world’s largest annual security and fire event, announces its support of the aims behind National CCTV Improvement Week (6 – 12 May 2012) and encourages all security practitioners, business ow...

HeiTel VideoGateways have a range of system interfaces and functions, which together form HTalarm. HTalarm enables smooth integration of HeiTel VideoGateways into global security designs. The improved video motion detection for internal spaces, which detects global image changes caused by artificial light or changes in the position of the sun and rules these out as alarm events, the camera tamper protection, which detects turning, covering and defocusing, the resistor-monitored inputs and the p...

In today’s security world, systems need to be equipped with round-the-clock surveillance. Of specific note, a camera’s performance in dark areas is taking on a larger degree of importance. Realising this, cameras capable of excellent low-light performance are gaining a bigger market share every year. Hikvision is proud to introduce its advanced ISP (Image Signal Processing) technology: a technology that enables our cameras to excel in low-light environments. By utilising an ISP algo...

Caterham 7 Supersport has a 1.6-litre Ford Sigma engine and race prepared suspension After several years of successful sponsorship, Specialized Security Products Ltd will be showcasing a Caterham 7 Supersport on their stand at IFSEC International on 14th -17th May. Former Caterham Championship winner Wesley Fox will also be on the Specialized Security Products stand to share his racing experiences in Hall 4, stand E5. The all new Caterham 7 Supersport features a 1.6-litre For...

The weatherproof MOBOTIX functional boxes increase the utility of an entire video system, even in the simplest installation case. The MX-GPS-Box provides the external temperature and light intensity, the precise system time for one or more cameras and an alarm if its position changes. The MX-NPA-Box provides a PoE power supply for an outdoor camera. An MX-232-IO-Box with 12V power outputs switches relays without an external power supply. And the MX-Repeater-Box serves as a power amplifier for l...

IndigoVision, a leading manufacturer of IP Video Security Solutions, boosts its top end 11000 range of High Definition cameras with the launch of new IP fixed domes recently. High Definition cameras are ideal in situations where the clarity of images captured is vital. In casinos, for example, it is essential that every detail of action on the gaming tables can be seen at all times. Crystal-sharp images, even in zoomed images, allow management to investigate customer complaints and to identify...

Spica will launch their innovative new ZONE Controller range at IFSEC 2012 IFSEC 2012 sees Spica International make its 3rd consecutive appearance at the leading security industry event. And, as in the last years, their comprehensive access control and workforce management solution celebrates with yet more new product! The main event has to be the launch of their innovative new ZONE Controller range. And this might just be the most flexible access controller yet – you d...

Women's Security Council named Carole Dougan as Woman of the Year in the Manufacturer category Carole Dougan, Arecont Vision's Vice President, Strategic Accounts, has been named 2012 Woman of the Year in the Manufacturer category by the Women's Security Council (WSC), a not-for-profit organisation dedicated to advancing the professional success of women working in the physical security industry. Ms. Dougan was honoured along with other winners at WSC's Women of the Year Awards...

Gemini version 1.3 will be on Bold's stand C17 Alarm monitoring, CCTV and lone worker protection are some of the applications handled by Bold’s integrated security software, Gemini.  Version 1.3 will be on Bold’s stand C17, featuring multi-protocol alarm handling, CCTV verification, lone worker protection, control room management and support for all leading security monitoring products in the UK market. Bold will also present the new Gemini advanced audio ser...

Dominic will be promoting Samsung's Smarter Security philosophy, helping clients upgrade from analogue to IP Dominic Jones has been appointed European Marketing Manager for the professional security division of Samsung Techwin Europe Ltd. Dominic was previously the UK Marketing Manager for Sanyo Sales and Marketing Europe where he was responsible for driving the promotion of Full HD security cameras, as well as the company’s LCD projectors and consumer electronics produ...

The New Product Innovation Award is based on quantitative and qualitative metrics developed by Frost & Sullivan Arecont Vision, the industry leader in IP-based megapixel camera technology, has been honoured with Frost & Sullivan’s 2011 North American New Product Innovation Award in Cameras for IP based Video Surveillance.  In making the announcement, Scott Schafer, Executive Vice President, Arecont Vision, said, “The New Product Innovation Award from...

SightLogix's Clear24 thermal cameras provides image details in rain, snow, fog, wind or humidity Clear24 thermal cameras by SightLogix, the leading supplier of outdoor area and perimeter security video systems, set a new benchmark for thermal image quality, providing more image detail even in conditions of rain, snow, fog, wind or humidity. The value-priced cameras adapt to any environment to provide clear thermal image detail, overcoming the limitations of thermal imaging dur...

IFSEC India is the largest exhibition for commercial and homeland security A whizzing train around a vibrant and colourful miniature town at the Bosch booth caught the attention of many at IFSEC India, one of the largest exhibition for commercial and homeland security held every year. This innovative model was accompanied by the wide range of security, safety and communication products from Bosch, which effectively portrayed their features and capabilities. Live high-resoluti...

All other IP cameras in the Axis portfolio will be UL Listed throughout 2012 Axis Communications, the world leader in network video, recently announced that AXIS P13 and AXIS Q16 Series products are the company’s first network cameras to be UL Listed under the 60950 standard for IT equipment. All other IP cameras in the Axis portfolio will be UL Listed throughout 2012, joining the company’s encoder, Power over Ethernet (PoE) midspan, PoE splitter and power source p...

Videor sales were in excess of 8 million euros in January 2012 The multibrand distributor Videor kicked off the new year with the best monthly results in the history of the company. Sale in excess of 8 million euros made January 2012 the month with the highest sales in the over 35-year history of the company. A well balanced mix of project business and standard supplies across all business segments made this special success possible. “We are proud of our supplying partne...

MicroOLED, a maker of highly power-efficient superior image quality microdisplays for near-to-eye applications, recently introduced a new 5.4 million pixel density 0.61 inch diagonal, low power consumption OLED (Organic Light-Emitting Display) microdisplay on silicon for applications demanding high picture quality, such as professional camera and camcorder equipment, night vision systems and head-mounted displays used in surgery. The ultra-compact 5.4 million-pixel microdisplay with a sub-pix...

  Corps Security has integrated 360 Vision Technology's Predator system into the Glasgow based CMC Continuing its commitment to working with best-in-class CCTV solutions providers, Corps Security has announced a strategic partnership with AlertSystems and 360 Vision Technology. As a key part of this development the Corps Monitoring Centre (CMC) can now facilitate the use of the unique Predator CCTV range. Predator is the world's first dual Infra Red (IR) and White Light P...

 Gary Rowden has 20 years of experience within the electronic security industryGary, who until recently was Sales Director of IP distributor Anixter International, has worked within the electronic security industry for over 20 years for both manufacturing and distribution companies."We are delighted to have been able to recruit Gary to provide leadership of our pan-European sales and marketing teams," said Johan Park, Managing Director of Samsung Techwin Europe Ltd. "We are c...

 Hikvision is to explore ISP technology by mixing in electronic image stabilisation and defogging technology In the coming year, Hikvision's focus will remain squarely on image quality as the company continues to meet its users' demand for crystal-clear images regardless of lighting conditions.Over the past few years, Hikvision has made great effort in both research and development for its camera product lines. As such, IMS Research indicates market trends for 2012 will focus on image quali...

MOBOTIX AG, a leading manufacturer of digital high-resolution, network-based video security systems has released details of how its technology is being used as part of a solution for time lapse video to help high profile firms keep an accurate record of building projects to improve efficiency, help with site security and promotional activities. Howards Ltd has been working with SeSys, an Advanced MOBOTIX Partner, using the firms' award winning Torch mobile camera combined with a 3G link to sto...