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CCTV.co.uk is convinced that installation and maintenance of security cameras is an investment that will pay for itself The installation of CCTV cameras should be mandatory in all new domestic and commercial premises, says a leading British security company. Just like pro-active care initiatives in the NHS – deterring crime before it happens will lead to huge savings for the Police long-term. Fitting CCTV in homes and businesses as standard will virtually pay for itself...

Hikvision recently introduced two smart analogue PTZ domes (the DS-2AF7268 and DS-2AF7264, respectively) which both incorporate a 960H image sensor to capture superior images at a horizontal resolution of 700TVL. This 960H image sensor presents a leap in current analogue surveillance performance and provides a 36% resolution improvement when compared to 4CIF. Utilising these PTZ domes with Hikvision 960H embedded DVRs allows users to experience highly-detailed images and also provides insurance...

IQinVision (www.iqeye.com), market leader in high-performance HD megapixel IP cameras, recently announced the release of the next generation of its highly-popular IQeye Alliance-mini HD Megapixel series of cameras. Known for its compact size and versatility, the Alliance-mini not only includes the increased processing power needed to run analytics or VMS applications at the edge, it also features WDR, on-camera storage, and true day/night capability. Available in H.264 vandal dome models with s...

Kevin is a 15 year veteran of Linear, having previously served as engineering manager Linear LLC, leader in residential and commercial access control, security and health and wellness solutions, is proud to announce the appointment of Kevin Ward as product line manager in charge of garage door operators, gate operators, and telephone entry systems. Kevin is a 15 year veteran of Linear, having previously served as engineering manager in the company's Grand Rapids, MI location....

Optex IP detectors integrate directly into AXIS PTZ cameras combining video verification and Optex technologies Optex Co., Ltd, a leading manufacturer of security infrared and laser technology, announced recently the integration of their IP sensors and detector products with Axis network cameras and AXIS Camera Application Platform (ACAP). This integration will provide additional intelligence to end user cameras for powerful IP perimeter intrusion solutions. Optex IP detector...

GXi Technology maximises surveillance capabilities by bringing an added feature set of Imbedded Intelligence CBC (AMERICA) Corp. announced a new family of IP cameras has been added to the Ganz PixelPro Series featuring GXi Technology. GXi Technology maximises surveillance capabilities by bringing an added feature set of Imbedded Intelligence, WDR performance and full video recording to SD card to this already full-featured IP camera series.   The imbedded intelligence te...

Samsung Techwin has packed its new 960H camera series with an impressive list of innovative features to enable high resolution 700 TV lines colour images to be captured in low light conditions. One of the most interesting features from an installer’s perspective however is likely to be Simple Focus as it can help reduce installation costs by minimising the time it takes to commission the cameras. The two domes and box camera in the new 960H series are equipped with Samsung Techwin’s...

SICNT has introduced a smoked glass CCTV camera series – BERT 86 series, to monitor every second of valuables. This affordable and user friendly series allows to change all image parameters across the OSD control at once. SICNT “BERT 86” stylish chic white smoked glass camera comes with 48 pieces infrared LEDs and is equipped with a high precision 9-22mm varifocal lens. SICNT “BERT” stylish camera series come in different handy designs to surveillance areas includ...

Sony has announced five new IP cameras that feature its IPELA ENGINE signal processing system. The cameras strengthen Sony’s offering for outdoor applications and expand the company’s lineup of entry and mid-level products into new markets. For example, the new W Series cameras are suitable for mission-critical or wide area surveillance and SNC-VB635 is designed for environments with exceptionally low lighting conditions. “Sony continuously looks for ways to expand and improve...

Sony has announced four new security cameras, the SNC-HM662 and X series (SNC-XM632, SNC-XM636, SNC-XM637). All of the cameras encapsulate the best of Sony’s technology and expand Sony’s offering for new applications. SNC-HM662 360 degree hemispheric-view mini dome IP camera The SNC-HM662 makes it possible for users to have five megapixel (MP), high-resolution video and a 360-degree view of an area with just the one camera. It is ideal for both indoor and outdoor environments such...

World Vision Kisongo Experience is housed inside a high-tech expandable semi-truck which transports visitors to Tanzania Schneider Electric recently announced it is hosting the World Vision Kisongo Experience tour at its Pelco facility in Clovis, California, November 19 and 20. World Vision, a humanitarian organisation dedicated to working with children, families and their communities worldwide to reach their full potential by tackling the causes of poverty and injustice, has...

Johnson will oversee operations and business development and help guide the organisation's growth AlliedBarton Security Services, the industry's premier provider of highly trained security personnel, announces the promotion of Carol Johnson to President and COO. In her new role, Johnson will continue to report to Bill Whitmore, AlliedBarton's Chairman and CEO. "This additional executive role within our organisation will allow for an even greater focus on the implementation of...

Y3K, the UK's leading manufacturer and distributor of HD CCTV systems, is to strengthen its range of high-resolution cameras by offering HD 960H cameras and DVR kits at prices that will make this new technology affordable to everyone for the first time. 960H, a new analogue standard for security cameras and DVRs, produces images that are 960 horizontal and 480 vertical pixels large and will eventually replace Y3K’s D1 resolution analogue cameras and DVRs. The new launch of IQCCTV 960H is a...

STANLEY Security donated $1 to WWP for each visitor whose badge was scanned at the company’s booth STANLEY Security, a leading provider of security products, services and integrated solutions, donated $5,000 to support the efforts of the Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) during the ASIS International 59th Annual Seminar and Exhibits (ASIS 2013) in Chicago, IL in September As part of a broader initiative with the nonprofit organisation by Stanley Black & Decker, STA...

Technology Showcase provides extensive information about Samsung's core cameras and VMS technologies Following the successful launch of Technology Showcase campaign this week in New York, Samsung Techwin America has announced a full schedule detailing the dates and locations across North America where attendees may participate locally. Designed for end users, architects, engineers, industry analysts and system integrators, the Technology Showcase is a product-focused seminar t...

IndigoVision also announced major project wins including the overlay system for the 2014 FIFA World Cup IndigoVision announces record first quarter results, a 33% increase of camera sales and, several major project wins including the overlay system for the 2014 FIFA World Cup in Brazil. "Market feedback on the IndigoVision cameras has been magnificent," stated Marcus Kneen, IndigoVision Chief Executive Officer, "Our Enhanced HD cameras consistently win technical shoot-outs by...

The HD Hitachi DI-SC221 features a 2 Megapixel CMOS sensor that provides 1920x1080 30P, 25P. Hitachi has combined its latest DSP10 proprietary Digital Signal Processor (DSP) to a high sensitivity CMOS sensor achieve a minimum subject illumination of 0.4lx in colour mode. This is combined with a 20x optical zoom and12x digital lens producing a very powerful security solution. The DI-SC221 features auto and on/off defog, the camera processing in real time each pixel for fog thickness and applies...

The integration pairs infnias’ eIDC32 door controllers and Savance’s EIOBoard infinias, an industry-leading provider of IP-based access control software and hardware, recently announced a strategic integration partnership with Savance, a leading provider of business automation and employee tracking solutions. The integration pairs two cutting-edge technologies—infnias’ Ethernet-enabled, PoE-powered eIDC32 door controllers, and Savance’s powerful...

Vicon demonstrated its open platform VMS and its full interoperability with Axis cameras Vicon Industries Inc., a leading designer and producer of integrated IP video surveillance systems and Axis Communications, a world leader in network video, announced their partnership for applications development at an event held in Mexico City on October 15, 2013. Attended by highest-level Axis integrators from Central America and the Caribbean, the conference provided a forum for Vicon...

The Annual Top 100 Military Friendly Employers list is developed from an estimated 5,000 companies AlliedBarton Security Services, the industry's premier provider of highly trained security personnel, announced recently that it is named a 2014 Top 100 Military Friendly Employer by G.I. Jobs magazine. To help promote the release of the list, Jerold Ramos, Director of Strategic Recruiting and Military Liaison for AlliedBarton, is participating in the November 11, NASDAQ Clos...

Moxa manufactures an array of industrial-grade IP network solutions Low-voltage distribution leader Alarmax, recognised as having one of the industry's broadest selections of security solutions, and Moxa recently announced that the two companies have entered into an agreement in which Alarmax will distribute Moxa's hardened IP network video surveillance products and high-performance edge-to-core industrial Ethernet solutions. Moxa manufactures an array of industrial-grade IP...

Brivo's ACS OnSite Aparato is ideal for institutions that need security data stored in their own networks Brivo Systems LLC, leader in cloud applications for security management, recently announced that as of October 30, 2013 its pre-cloud end-to-end physical access control system with high assurance readers and certificate path validation software has been approved as a fully-compliant FICAM solution by the General Services Administration (GSA). The approval means that B...

Tamron Co., Ltd. a comprehensive optics manufacturer and a leader company in the security industry announced the release of seven models of machine vision 2.5 pitch sensor lenses. Development concept Tamron has been long recognised as an innovative source for Mega-Pixel Fixed-Focal length lenses for precision industrial applications such as PCB production, inspection machines and engineering devices, affording them valuable insight into industry needs and trends. Trending higher in recent year...

Mission 500's goal in Colombia is to sponsor 500 additional needy children through World Vision’s child sponsorship program Mission 500, a non-profit initiative focusing its efforts on the security industry and dedicated to serving the needs of children and communities in crisis, secured another 60 child sponsorships at its October 9 launch in Bogota, Colombia. The launch, which took place during an ALAS (Latin American Security Association) gala dinner, coincided with t...

Matrox Graphics Inc. recently announced a new Matrox Maevex PowerStream API enabling third-party software development to manage Maevex H.264 encoders and decoders. The API offers developers complete access to the PowerStream software feature set to facilitate development of customised control applications based on customer project requirements. The PowerStream API will be available to select partners in CQ1 2014. Interested parties are encouraged to contact Matrox to obtain the preliminary API d...

STANLEY Security’s EL Series Electronic Lock is offered as either a standalone lock or wireless system STANLEY Security, a leading provider of access control and integrated security solutions, announces it has received GreenCircle’s Recycle Content Certification for the EL Series Electronic Lock. GreenCircle Certified, LLC was established in 2009 to ensure accuracy in third-party certification after encountering many unsubstantiated claims in the marketplace....

Axis Communications, the market leader in network video surveillance, announced that Axis Camera Families, the collection of 3D camera models for Autodesk® Revit® users, is now available for Autodesk® Seek®, one of the industry’s most widely used building information modeling (BIM) web services. Additionally, Axis has launched an Axis Camera View add-in for Autodesk Revit, giving architects, engineers and security system designers a quick way to create 3D views from the cam...

The AMAG technology office comprises a fully-equipped and state-of-the-art Innovation Center and Training facility AMAG Technology, an access control, IP video, intrusion management (IDS) and HD camera solutions provider hosted an open house on October 17 to celebrate its new office location in McLean, Virginia. Over 80 Mid-Atlantic area security consultants, systems integrators and end users attended the daylong event.   Located in the popular Tyson’s Corner...

DVS will provide LG’s full offering of video surveillance products, including their new IP cameras and recorders DVS, one of the UK’s fastest growing distributors of security and CCTV equipment, has signed a distribution agreement with LG Electronics that will see it provide LG’s full offering of video surveillance products to UK installers and integrators – including LG's new Full HD IP cameras and recorders. Shaun Bowie, DVS's managing director, said...

The workshop will focus on the security hardening challenges faced within rail security CNL Software, a world leader in Physical Security Information Management (PSIM) software, is pleased to announce its CEO, Keith Bloodworth, will chair the Rail Security Workshop at the Transport Security Expo, which takes place on November 13-14, 2013. Recently recognised as one of the most influential people within the security industry, Keith Bloodworth has been a leading visionary withi...