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Matrox demonstrated the new software at InfoComm 2013 Matrox Graphics Inc. recently announced the immediate availability of MuraControl™ 2.0 for Windows® video wall management software for Mura™ based video walls. This update gives video wall integrators even greater control over Mura MPX-based video wall content and layouts. Key new features include transparency and colour-keying effects, the addition of local inputs and control over them, plus source touring...

Schneider Electric, a global specialist in energy management, recently introduced at ASHE 2013 its new HealthBuildings Risk Assessment program. The comprehensive program helps hospital stakeholders understand and prioritise the risks associated with the facility, allowing them to increase efficiency and extend the lifecycle of the hospital infrastructure.    In the HealthBuildings assessment, a team of professional engineers and experts look at a facility’s complete critica...

Marcos Lozano will serve existing customers and develop new business within the region AES Corporation, the security industry's leading developer of wireless mesh radio technology, announced that Marcos Lozano has assumed added responsibility as Regional Sales Manager for the states of Texas and Oklahoma. Based out of the company's regional office near Houston, Marcos will serve existing customers and develop new business within the region. Marcos has over 12 years of experie...

Through the acquisition, Gunnebo will strengthen its hold in the South Korean market Gunnebo Security Group has signed an agreement with the owner of ATG Entrance Corporation, distributor of Gunnebo turnstile product range into the South Korean market, to acquire all shares in the company. ATG Entrance Corporation has an annual turnover of some 4 MEUR and 13 employees in its sales office in Seoul. The company has a solid customer base with leading South Korean corporations as...

Emma has a wide range of security expertise, knowledge and experience Emma Shaw, Managing Director and founder of Esoteric Ltd, a leading counterespionage and electronic sweeping company, has been appointed as a Non-Executive Director of Falanx Group Limited, which was admitted to the Alternative Investment Market (AIM) in June. Falanx, a security and risk management consultancy has been founded to respond to a heightened need for security consultancy and asset protection by...

The award was presented to Security Institute Chairman, Emma Shaw CSyP The Security Institute is pleased to announce its triumph at the recent Infologue.com Building the Future Award Ceremony held at the British Security Industry Association (BSIA) annual lunch at the Hilton Hotel in Park Lane. The award was presented to Security Institute Chairman, Emma Shaw CSyP. The criteria for the award are outstanding individuals and organisations that have played a pivotal part in...

The integration has been formalised under the CNL Software Technology Alliance Program CNL Software, a world leader in Physical Security Information Management (PSIM) software, is pleased to announce that it has completed the integration of IPSecurityCenterTM PSIM with award-winning video management system, Avigilon Control Center. Avigilon designs, manufactures, and markets award-winning HD surveillance systems. Avigilon’s solutions protect and monitor thousands of cus...

The awards ceremony was held at the DRS facilities in Melbourne, Florida DRS Technologies Inc., a Finmeccanica Company, announced the winners of its second annual Student Infrared Imaging Competition, a contest that allows students to showcase their innovative ideas using thermal imaging technologies. The awards ceremony was held at the DRS facilities in Melbourne, Florida. The winners for the “Best Overall Project” were, Will Warren, Daniel Yang and Yuncong...

After several years of product development and preparations, TamperSeal AB is prepared to launch its first product. The patented technology behind TamperSeal products is the foundation of a totally new concept of retail security aiming at reducing shoplifting and product tampering in retail stores The launch will take place at National Retail Federation conference in San Diego US, June 12-14, 2013. Founded 2010, as a spin-out company, by Professor Sten Wandel, from University of Lund, Sweden. T...

The contract includes maintenance and refurbishment of BBVA Bancomer branches in large parts of Mexico Gunnebo Security Group has, through its subsidiary Gunnebo Mexico, signed an MEUR 8.8 contract with Mexican BBVA Bancomer for maintenance and refurbishment of bank branches. The contract, which runs over three years, includes maintenance and refurbishment of BBVA Bancomer branches in large parts of Mexico. “This order is a milestone for Gunnebo’s development in...

Bosch detectors feature a variety of innovative technologies to deliver excellent catch performance Thousands of patents are registered every year at Bosch. In 2012 alone, the number reached 4,800 worldwide, and this year, The Bosch Group recognised 18 of the company’s top inventors throughout history. William DiPoala, Principal Development Engineer – Sensors for Bosch Security Systems is included in this prestigious group of individuals alongside Robert Bosch and...

At All-over-IP Expo 2013, the current trends and forecasts for Russia’s IaaS market will be delivered to attendees and exhibitors All-over-IP Expo 2013 introduces Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS) as the Next Big Thing in IT. According to J’son & Partners Consulting, Russia’s IaaS market is expected to grow rapidly over the next several years. The cloud-based IaaS market in Russia will reach USD 92 million in 2016. Current trends and forecasts for Russi...

As part of the partnership, Milestone will join Bosch's Integration Partner Program as a premium partner Milestone Systems and Bosch Security Systems have entered into a strategic global partnership aiming at complete integration of Bosch IP video devices with Milestone XProtect IP Video Management Software. As part of the cooperation, Milestone is participating as a premium partner in the Integration Partner Program (IPP) from Bosch. IPP was designed to ensure interoperabilit...

Sarah James will focus primarily on developing relationships and manage new business opportunities AMAG Technology, an access control, IP video and intrusion management (IDS) solution provider, appoints Sarah James as the new Director of Business Development. She will be based out of the Torrance, California office and work closely with security engineers, architects and consultants to develop relationships; and identify, create and manage new business opportunities for t...

Network Harbor has certified its LightHouse v2.13 with AMAG’s Symmetry™ v6.2 and v7.0.1 Security Management System AMAG Technology, an access control, IP video and intrusion detection (IDS) solution provider, is pleased to announce that Network Harbor is now a member of the Symmetry™ Extended Business Solutions Program as a Certified Partner. Network Harbor has certified its LightHouse v2.13 with AMAG’s Symmetry™ v6.2 and v7.0.1 Security Managemen...

Christie®, a world leader in 3D visual display technology, will project a dominant presence at SIGGRAPH 2013 with a wide array of innovative visual solutions featuring powerful LED and DLP® projection technology, cutting edge 3D stereoscopic systems, and ultra-high resolution displays to meet the most demanding needs of the visualization, post production, exhibition, and immersive markets.  A Platinum Sponsor of SIGGRAPH, Christie’s visual solutions will be found at booth #159...

Moxa, a provider of hardened networking, communication and computing solutions, has set its sights on the oil & gas industry with the introduction of its "roughneck-ready" EXPC-1319 hazardous location panel computer. "The harsh conditions found in oil and gas fields are possibly the worst imaginable for a computer," explained Daniel Liu, Business Development Manager for Embedded Computers. "Our EXPC-1319 is fully enclosed to withstand the heat, moisture, vibration and dangerous gases that a...

Pyronix’s chief executive Julie picked up the final award from the current Chair and the CEO of the BSIA Julie Kenny CBE DL was this week further recognised for her services to the security industry at the BSIA (British Security Industry Association) annual luncheon held alongside the Associations’ AGM, held at the London Hilton on Park Lane. Julie, former Chair of the Association, picked up the final award of the event from the current Chair, Geoff Zeidler and the...

The partnership allows LEGIC to develop its presence in Asia With Shanghai Airlink Technologies Ltd., LEGIC Identsystems AG welcomes another strong partner from China into its network. The system integrator is well connected worldwide and has already won a few highly prestigious projects. “We are delighted to develop LEGIC’s presence in Asia further with Shanghai Airlink”, commented Dr. Otto Eggimann, Vice President Sales and Business Development for LE...

The seminars paid great attention to Axxon Next, the next-generation video management system Over the period of 28 May to 18 June, AxxonSoft joined with its longtime Spanish partner and distributor Hommax Sistemas to hold their first-ever series of seminars on AxxonSoft software. Initially spanning four cities – Santiago, Madrid, Malaga, and Bilbao – the list of destinations was soon broadened to include Seville, thanks to an outpouring of interest from local secu...

Moshe Amzel will be in charge of sales, promotion and marketing of Videotec products Videotec has recently established a representative agency in Israel to provide a local support and promotion of their company and products. Moshe Amzel has been appointed as head of the agency and will be in charge of sales, promotion and marketing in this area. He will also provide technical back-up to customers, including a service of spare parts supply for planned maintenance.

Matrix Systems, an access control and security solutions provider with a reputation built on service and long-term customer relationships, recently announced that its Frontier™ access control and security management platform supports aptiQ™ multi-technology readers from Ingersoll Rand.  Current and future Matrix customers benefit from this strategic initiative. End users now have the opportunity to migrate from current mag stripe readers to more advanced card reader technologie...

Panasonic’s i-PRO WJ-ND400 Series NVR now integrates with AMAG’s Symmetry Security Management System AMAG Technology, an access control, IP video and intrusion detection (IDS) solution provider, is proud to announce that Panasonic Corporation of North America is a member of AMAG’s new Symmetry™ Extended Business Solutions Program as a Certified Partner.  As a Certified Partner, Panasonic’s i-PRO WJ-ND400 Series network video recorder integrat...

Tyco Security Products, part of Tyco, the world’s largest pure-play fire protection and security company, introduces the Kantech Intevo Compact. This new addition to its line of easy to deploy integrated security platforms is designed to unify access control, IP video and intrusion for small to medium size enterprises. Measuring just 2.25 x 7.5 x 8.5 inches and weighing in at 3.7 pounds, the Intevo Compact is compatible with all Kantech controllers and can connect up to 16 American Dynami...

Leading lone worker solution provider, Connexion2, has announced that with immediate effect its updated Identicom mobile application is now free to download from the Google Play Store and the Apple App Store for Android and iPhone users. The Lone Worker application, which has been recently updated for 2013 to include a host of new features, retains its "Secured by Design" award from ACPO (Association of Chief Police Officers) and its BS8484 accreditation when supplied as part of a SoloProtect so...

The HIS program provides integrators with exclusive training, certification and marketing support Honeywell recently recognised New Jersey-based MSA Systems Integration as its 2012 HIS Integrator of the Year. MSA Systems Integration is a full-service security company providing access control, intrusion, IP-based video surveillance, visitor management and perimeter protection systems to organisations across 10 vertical markets including education, government and healthcare. In...

The manifesto examines the issues facing the sector, with guidance on deploying surveillance systems Avigilon, a leader in high-definition (HD) and megapixel video surveillance solutions, recently launched its first manifesto, championing the use of responsible surveillance in the CCTV industry. The paper examines the issues facing the sector, with guidance on deploying surveillance systems that are fit for purpose and support privacy for the wider public when it comes to imag...

Security Technology Live has seen an increase in the number of incoming enquiries from security companies Security companies continue to sign up to participate at Security Technology Live 2014. As many security manufacturers and distributors continue to plan their marketing budgets for 2014, Clarion Events recently announced further support for the launch of Security Technology Live, the dedicated security channel event taking place at the NEC, Birmingham, 13 – 15 May 20...

Ingersoll Rand’s seminar attracted guests including hotel developers and professional hotel designers The Hospitality Security Status & Solutions Seminar held in Beijing last month was organised by Ingersoll Rand alongside co-organiser, a magazine named, Hotel Modernization. The conference attracted guests including hotel developers, leaders of hotel management companies, professional hotel designers, the media and representatives from UL Inc. During the conference...

Currently in their 15th year, the awards are presented in five categories including Best Use of Technology and Best Team The hard work and achievements of 15 outstanding security professionals have been recognised in the national round of this year’s British Security Industry Association (BSIA) Security Personnel Awards, which were presented recently (16th July) at the Association’s exclusive annual lunch held at the London Hilton on Park Lane. Commander Ste...