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Opengear receives "Most Innovative IT Hardware" award

The ACM5504-5-G-I provides a single point of access, monitoring and control for IP security cameras and computers Opengear announced recently that Network Products Guide, the industry's leading technology research and advisory guide, has named the ACM5504-5-G-I Remote Infrastructure Management Gateway the winner of the 7th Annual 2012 Hot Companies and Best Products Awards in the Most Innovative IT Hardware category. These prestigious awards from Network Products Guide are the...

ONVIF hosts a panel discussion at the recent IFSEC

The panelists discussed on interoperability issues for IP-based physical security devices ONVIF, the leading global standardisation initiative for IP-based physical security products held a roundtable panel discussion at the recent IFSEC International trade show that examined interoperability issues for IP-based physical security devices as part of its security industry education efforts. Led by Editor Mark Rowe of Professional Security Magazine, the panel discussed the marke...

IMS Research reports Samsung Techwin America is 2nd in security camera rankings

This latest ranking moves Samsung's market share from 4.5% in 2010 to 4.6% in 2011 In a security camera market estimated by IMS Research to be worth approximately $1.451 billion in 2011, Samsung Techwin America is ranked 2nd in terms of analogue camera market share and 5th in overall camera share. This latest ranking moves Samsung up from the number six overall position it held in 2010, and increases its market share from 4.5% in 2010 to 4.6% in 2011. A similar boost was seen...

New bullet, box and fixed dome security cameras from Pelco by Schneider

Pelco by Schneider Electric is now taking orders for its new BU Series bullet cameras, C20 Series box cameras and FD Series fixed dome cameras, the company announced today. The trio of analogue camera options is the latest addition to a diverse lineup of Pelco video security solutions. Pelco prides itself on responding to its customers’ needs. “We recognised a need for full-featured, affordable analogue cameras, and we delivered a triple option of high-quality choices”, says B...

Bosch’s DVR 670 offers a video management solution for up to 16 cameras

With the launch of its DVR 670, Bosch announces the latest member of the Digital Video Recorder 600 Series, a complete video management solution for up to 16 cameras in a single compact unit. The DVR 670 complements this highly successful series by offering real-time recording in 4CIF resolution simultaneously on all channels. Ease-of-use out of the box Very simple to install and operate, the DVR 670 requires no special training and a minimum of maintenance. Once the unit is connected, the use...

Matrox Graphics joins Crestron Integrated Partner Program

Matrox Mura Boards is compatible with Crestron's complete line of control system solutions Matrox Graphics Inc. announced recently that it has joined the Crestron Integrated Partner Program and is working with the control and automation solutions provider to make Matrox Mura MPX Series video wall controller boards compatible across Crestron’s complete line of control system solutions. Through this partnership, AV integrators can now seamlessly integrate a Crestron contro...

SeSys demonstrates a range of innovative solutions using MOBOTIX technology at Counter Terror Expo in London

SeSys' innovative Torch camera has been deployed in counter terror situations across the globe 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 MOB...

Bosch Security Systems appoints Warren Associates to represent its video product line

Warren Associates specialises in security, audio visual, and data communications products Bosch Security Systems, Inc. is pleased to announce the appointment of Warren Associates to represent its video product line for the following territories: California, Colorado, Hawaii, Idaho, Montana, Northern Nevada, Utah, and Wyoming. This change became effective on June 1, 2012. With 35 years of experience, Warren Associates specialises in security, audio visual, and data communicati...

Opgal Optronic and Ngaro partnership results in a new breed of thermal security cameras

Opgal Optronic Industries announced that it had entered into a strategic partnership with Ngaro Intelligent Solutions. This agreement, which is a key component in Opgal’s European expansion, creates a new breed of security cameras providing unparalleled performance. The result is notable reduced cost and complexity for both perimeter and site security and surveillance. Perfecting its image processing capabilities for 30 years, Opgal’s innovative thermal imaging solutions are recogni...

Iomega announces Anixter as new distribution partner for video surveillance

Anixter and Iomega to bring Iomega's StoreCenter network storage products to the video surveillance market Iomega International, a wholly owned subsidiary of Iomega Corporation, an EMC company and a leading innovator in data storage solutions for small and medium businesses (SMBs), announced the addition of a new distribution partner, Anixter, a market leader within the video surveillance/security industry, to service video surveillance needs in parts of Europe, Middle E...

Samsung performs saltwater exposure test on its dome cameras

Samsung dome cameras meet the internationally accepted KS C 0223 Environment Specification Test Samsung has carried out tests on its external dome cameras to ensure they can withstand exposure to saltwater when they are deployed as part of a Port’s video surveillance system or are used for other security projects located close to the sea. All Samsung SNP and SNV IP network domes, as well as the SCP and SCV analogue models, have successfully met the internationally accep...

Network video a possible solution for the changing CCTV surveillance needs of the rail sector

Network video cameras can meet many of rail surveillance challenges with their varying functionalities Network video can help provide a solution to the changing CCTV surveillance needs of the rail sector claims Axis Communications, the global leader in network video. Faced with a daily battle against onboard violence and vandalism, rail authorities have an increasing need for surveillance, both onboard trains and at stations, to help protect the safety of their staff and pass...

Dinion HD 1080p camera from Bosch receives the red dot award

Dinion HD 1080p uses CMOS-based HD sensor for a sharper picture with a 16:9 image format For its elaborate and innovative product design, the Dinion HD 1080p Day/Night surveillance camera from Bosch Security Systems has been honoured with the red dot award. This is one of the world’s largest and most renowned design competition, which this year attracted over 14,000 submissions from 58 countries – 4,515 products alone in the category ‘product design’. F...

Surveon launches new generation of HD cameras with enhanced image functionality

Surveon, the complete megapixel solutions provider, recently announced a new generation of HD cameras. Powered by the individual advanced ISP, the new HD cameras provide enhanced image functionality, including 3D Noise Reduction, Edge Enhancement, High Light Compensation, D-WDR, Defog, and Low Shuttle Speed Control. The series comes with different models, from the standard box CAM2311, the vandal-proof dome CAM4361, to the IP66 bullet CAM3361.  All of them follow Surveon’s high qualit...

ACTi launches its simplified TCM-series 1.3-Megapixel models with economical power consumption

While ACTi is going forward with the development of multi-megapixel cameras carrying market leading technologies, another important product line has been released at the same time to satisfy the needs of a large market segment – the budget sensitive projects that have high demand for perfect video evidence, but at the same time expect to have all the other less important features of the camera removed in order to optimise the cost of the project. The newly released simplified TCM-series 1...

ImmerVision invents world’s smallest panomorph lens for consumer electronic applications

ImmerVision, the inventor of the 360-degree panomorph lens and worldwide expert in immersive optical technology, has developed the world’s smallest manufactured ImmerVision Enables panomorph lens with 182 by 360 degree field-of-view. This one-of-a-kind megapixel lens designed for consumer electronic applications, measures less than 6mm and can be manufactured by leading lens providers worldwide, offering customers a panoramic view of any environment in the palm of their hand. “This...

Honeywell adds six IP cameras to its existing equIP IP product series

Honeywell recently announced the addition of six IP cameras to its existing equIP IP product series. The new true day/night cameras are split into two ranges - 1080p and 720p wide dynamic – with each range incorporating three different models; an indoor only mini dome, a vandal resistant mini dome and a box camera. A core benefit of the new IP cameras is progressive scan video which enables improved detail on moving objects such as faces and car number plates. Furthermore, dual streaming...

Grundig expands its IP camera range adding fisheye dome cameras

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...

Grundig upgrades its analogue DVR firmware

Grundig, the German electronics manufacturer, has upgraded its analogue DVR firmware to enable even greater, user-friendly functionality. Grundig’s analogue DVRs, launched in 2010, have been well received across Europe. The DVR range offers 8 up to 32 video channels for a broad spectrum of applications. Higher specification models offer real-time, 25fps, D1 simultaneous recording on 16 video channels and support four monitor outputs. Grundig Control Software allows a 128 video channel, 4...

Pixim launches its Nightwolf imaging solution for IR-assisted CCTV and IP cameras

Pixim Inc., a leading provider of imaging technology for enterprise security cameras, launched its Nightwolf imaging solution specifically designed for IR-assisted CCTV and IP cameras. Nightwolf eliminates hot spots common to IR cameras with near-field reflective objects in the scene and correctly exposes highlights as well as darker background details simultaneously—an unprecedented capability in the large market for IR-assisted video security cameras. A typical IR-assisted CCD camera at...

Raytec earns ISO 14001 certification award

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...

IMS Research: Axis Communications tops global surveillance camera makers’ list

Axis is number one amongst both IP-based and analogue camera providers Axis Communications, the world leader in network video surveillance, announces that it has overtaken the number one global manufacturer position for all surveillance cameras – including IP-based and analogue providers – according to the latest IMS Research report*. Since inventing the world’s first IP-based video camera in 1996, Axis has been ranked number one as the recognized surveillan...

Opgal Optronic to unveil its EyeSec Zoom 225 thermal security camera at IFSEC 2012

The EyeSec Zoom 225 has a zoom lens ranging from 25 to 225mm and provides a human detection range of over 5km Opgal Optronic Industries, a leading global provider of innovative thermal imaging and near infrared illumination solutions for security and safety applications, has announced that it will introduce the long-range EyeSec Zoom 225 as the latest addition to its advanced line of thermal security cameras at IFSEC 2012. With this launch, Opgal becomes the first camera manuf...

DVTEL will showcase its latest surveillance solutions at IFSEC 2012

DVTEL will display its latest Meridian, TruWitness Quasar IP camera series at Hall 4, Stand E20 DVTEL, Inc., IP video surveillance technology innovator, will showcase its latest technologies at IFSEC 2012, being held May 14-17 at the National Exhibition Centre in Birmingham, UK. Exhibition attendees can view DVTEL’s new entry-level Meridian Integrated Network Video Recorder (NVR), the award-winning TruWitness mobile video application and the Quasar IP camera series at Ha...

Sony to showcase its leading video security solutions at IFSEC 2012

Sony will showcase IPELA Engine and Hybrid technology solutions at IFSEC- J10 in Hall 4 The competitive advantage generated by industry-leading technologies and the support delivered through Video Security Partner Program set Sony Professional installers apart. With technology designed for individual market segments and support specifically developed for installers, Sony’s solution stand out from the crowd – and helps its customers in standing head and shoulders a...

Samsung Techwin expands its iPolis family of IP and network products

Samsung Techwin America, a leading supplier of advanced video surveillance solutions, announces new additions to its iPolis family of IP and network products. This new line of megapixel infrared (IR) cameras for outdoor use capture high resolution images in complete darkness. Available in domes and bullet cameras, the new models are IP66 rated for use in severe or varying weather conditions. Samsung iPOLiS SNV-7080R dome is an outdoor 3-megapixel network video camera that provides 16:9 full 108...

Hikvision establishes new toll free UK support hotline

The hotline 0-808-134-9934 will provide technical support to the customers in the UK market Hikvision, the world’s leading supplier of video surveillance products and solutions, recently announced the establishments of a new toll free UK support hotline - 0-808-134-9934 - in order to provide the best technical support to the customers in the UK market. Customers within UK can call between the hours of 8AM and 4:30PM during general workdays to receive instant and professi...

Axis Communications will demonstrate how it is driving network video convergence at IFSEC 2012

Axis will be joined by four of its application development partners at the show Axis Communications, the global leader in the network video market, will be demonstrating how it is leading the way in convergence from analogue to IP CCTV at IFSEC 2012. As well as showcasing its latest IP surveillance innovations at the international security trade show, Axis will be joined by four of its application development partners so visitors will be able to see some of the incredible ana...

Moxa´s VPort 36-1MP IP camera selected as finalist for IFSEC International Award 2012

Moxa's VPort 36-1MP camera is one of the five finalists in the "CCTV Camera Equipment of the Year" category Moxa´s VPort 36-1MP, a rugged H.264 box-type IP camera, has been selected as a finalist for the IFSEC International Award 2012. The IFSEC Security Industry Awards is the premier event for the celebration and acknowledgement of excellence for products and technological innovations that have influenced the security industry over the past 12 months. The final award w...

IFSEC International supports aims behind the National CCTV Improvement Week 2012

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...