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The Centre features solutions composed of technologies from each PSCEU division Panasonic System Communications Company Europe (PSCEU) is pleased to have launched its new Solutions Centre to the media yesterday at the UK HQ in Bracknell, Berkshire. The new Solutions Centre is a purpose built facility that has been created to offer visitors the opportunity to see and experience the many different solutions that Panasonic Systems Communications Company (PSCEU) has to offer. The...

StarChip®, experts in designing, qualifying and industrialising Smart Card ICs announced that it is currently sampling the SCF136H product, its latest SIM controller designed to serve the Native market. The addition of the SCF136H to its product portfolio makes StarChip a broad range supplier of SIM controllers delivering solutions for the whole Telecom market. Several innovative technologies that will shape the next generation StarChip products have been embedded in the SCF136H to deliver a...

The PSA Security Network selected the winners at their PSA-TEC 2013 event Brivo Systems LLC, leader in cloud applications for security management, recently announced that PSA Security Network selected the winners of their PSA Security Network Vendor Awards at the recently-concluded PSA-TEC 2013. At the conference, PSA members recognised Brivo Systems, LLC with their “Rising Star” award. “The Rising Star Award is presented to the vendor partner who has shown...

Moxa, a provider of hardened networking, communication and computing solutions, recently announced that all models in its 802.11n series of wireless access points will gain significant enhancements in speed and functionality through a free firmware upgrade.   The new firmware provides Moxa's AWK-3131 and AWK-4131 models with improved throughput up to 150 Mbps, automatic backup configuration through Moxa's ABC-01 unit, auto-negotiation for 4-pin Ethernet cables, and a number of other perfor...

ComNet, Communication Networks of Danbury, Connecticut, a USA-based manufacturer of fiber optic transmission and networking equipment, is introducing a video encoder/decoder designed for those applications where temperature extremes, vibration, shock, voltage transients, and humidity with condensation are present. The all-new CNVETX1 video encoder/decoder is industrially hardened for use in the most extreme operating environments. The CNVETX1 is a single channel video encoder or decoder. It acc...

Julian Inman will discuss the benefits of "Management at the Edge" and how it can offer scalability within surveillance solutions An introduction to the concept of placing Video Management Application functionality within the edge device such as an IP Camera or encoder. A brief discussion on the potential benefits of "Management at the Edge" and how it can offer scalability within a surveillance solution. Julian Inman, EMEA Sales & Technical Support Engineer of Exacq Techn...

Organised by UBM Live, the security awards are designed to honour the best professionals, projects, and processes The nomination process for the 2013 Security Excellence Awards, organised by UBM Live, is now open. Celebrating its 15th year in 2013, this highly prestigious industry awards scheme is specifically designed to commend and honour the very best professionals, projects and processes which both the UK and international security sectors have to offer. There’s a...

Genetec, a pioneer in the physical security industry and a leading provider of world-class unified IP security solutions, announced the availability of Stratocast, its powerful Video Surveillance as a Service (VSaaS) powered by Microsoft Corp.'s Windows Azure cloud-computing platform. Stratocast delivers high-end and reliable video surveillance service for small and mid-sized businesses without the costs and complexities associated with installing and managing on-premise hardware and storage. St...

Simon Alderson, Chairman of Vacant Property Protection Group, summarises six key actions to help protect vacant properties In light of recent squatting protests in London ahead of next week’s G8 Summit, Simon Alderson, Chairman of the British Security Industry Association’s (BSIA) Vacant Property Protection Group and Commercial Director for BSIA member Vacant Property Specialists, is warning owners of vacant commercial properties to be on heightened alert. “...

A fire alarm system must be designed in accordance with a thorough, complete and approved risk assessment of a workplace Mint Security is encouraging businesses across the country to be vigilant when it comes to fire safety, and get their fire alarms serviced appropriately to prevent fires and increase staff safety in the workplace. Research from the Communities and Local Government Fire Statistics bureau has found that between 2010 and 2011, there were 24,900 fires recorded i...

ComNet's NetWave line consists of an easy pre-packaged Commercial Grade or Industrially Hardened Point-to-Point kits that contains everything you need to establish remote connections to Ethernet edge devices. Also available are Point-to-Multipoint models allowing multiple client/camera/networked edge device locations to connect to a single access point. NetWave... Supports up to 95Mbps throughput Supports a wide range of Ethernet devices such as megapixel/HD cameras, DVRs, encoders/dec...

BSIA’s ID section chairman, Anthony Pearlgood, gave an update of the section’s achievements over the past few years The Information Destruction Section of the British Security Industry Association (BSIA) hosted its fifth successful Conference and Exhibition last week at the National Motorcycle Museum in Birmingham on 5th June 2013. The day proved to be a successful day for both delegates and exhibitors alike, with delegates having the opportunity to attend a compr...

The partnership enables the Seos digital keys applet to be embedded in Oberthur Technologies NFC SIM cards Oberthur Technologies, one of the world’s largest providers of security and identification solutions and services based on smart card technologies, recently announced its partnership with HID Global that provides Oberthur Technologies the ability to support the use of Seos® digital keys on NFC-enabled smartphones. The partnership enables the Seos digital keys ap...

The conference and exhibition will focus on advancing the “Beyond the Border” action plan Michigan’s St. Clair County Criminal Justice Association has relocated its September meeting to coincide with the opening of the US/Canada Border Conference on September 12th at Detroit’s Cobo Center.   Association membership includes local courts, prosecutor’s office, Chiefs of Police, Michigan State Police, Sheriffs, and federal agencies, includin...

As part of the partnership, STANLEY will market and support SenTech products to customers seeking an integrated EAS solution STANLEY Security (Stanley), a leading national security integrator, announces its strategic partnership with SenTech EAS Corporation, a leading supplier of EAS (Electronic Article Surveillance) systems, tags, labels and accessories. As part of this partnership, STANLEY will market and support SenTech products to customers seeking an integrated EAS soluti...

The report entitled “The World Market for CCTV and Video Surveillance Equipment – 2013 edition” is available now from IHS Milestone Systems and Genetec last year were evenly matched as the top suppliers of video management software (VMS) in a market worth more than half a billion dollars, according to a new report on video surveillance equipment from IMS Research, now part of IHS Inc. The global VMS market for CCTV and video surveillance was valued at more t...

Mattes will assume his leadership role with the company effective immediately Diebold, Incorporated recently announced its board of directors has named Andy W. Mattes as the company's new president and chief executive officer. Mattes was also named a board director, and will assume his leadership role with the company effective immediately. In addition, Henry D.G. Wallace, Diebold executive chairman of the board, will assume the non-executive chairman role effective August 15....

The programme sessions cover basic IP network design and implementation and IP camera optimisation System integrators looking to learn more about IP video technical network design can sign up to attend a Samsung Techwin IP Institute (SIPI) training program this summer. Locations include Chino, CA; Pleasanton, CA; and Louisville, KY. The sessions will be conducted by Ray Coulombe, founder and Managing Director of SecuritySpecifiers.com™. “Training is a blue chip in...

The Keltron LS CSR is an efficient solution for facilities that monitor security and fire alarms Keltron Corporation, a leading provider of life safety event management solutions, introduces the Keltron LS CSR Ethernet Alarm Receiver to its family of Ethernet (IP) signaling solutions. The Keltron LS CSR receiver meets the mission critical needs of the life safety industry by providing direct and efficient access to life safety event information to enable optimal incident respo...

Video walls will be a topic covered in Samuel Recine's InfoComm Manufacturer's Training session Matrox Graphics Inc., recently announced that the Matrox Mura™ MPX Series of output/input video wall controller boards will be used by Advantech, Exxact, Mitsubishi, VuWall Technology, and Matrox to drive a variety of video wall configurations at InfoComm 2013. Advantech — booth 4747 Exxact & VuWall Technology — booth 4362 Mitsubishi — booth 3701 Ma...

The special free seminar is to be held on June 18th at the Sheraton Indianapolis Hotel at Keystone Ingersoll Rand Security Technologies recently announced that it will be participating in "The Bulletproof Mind" Facility Safety Seminar in Indianapolis. Professionals and managers responsible for securing and protecting enterprises, schools, universities and hospitals can attend a special free seminar featuring the world’s leading expert on causes of violence, Lt. Col. Dav...

Dennis Gibbs will support existing SymmetryTM Authorized Resellers with sales initiatives AMAG Technology, a leading security solution provider that includes access control, IP video, intrusion management and HD cameras, appoints Dennis Gibbs as Great Lakes Regional Sales Manager. AMAG is adding a new position to its sales team to provide increased sales support to customers in the Great Lakes Region. In this brand new position, Dennis will support existing SymmetryTM Authoriz...

With the development of its next generation of mega pixel cameras, DINION starlight HD 720p and FLEXIDOME starlight HD 720p RD, Bosch Security Systems can now introduce cameras that are specifically designed for high performance in extreme low-light conditions. They represent a breakthrough in light sensitivity in cameras; showing colour images where others can show only black and white and showing black and white where others show no image at all. HD security breakthrough With their high sens...

The sessions will cover intruder solutions, digital video and transmission and fire Following its most successful IFSEC to date – with more new product launches in video, intruder, access, fire and integration and a record number of customer enquiries - UTC Fire and Security in the UK has confirmed a new series of technology workshops. The half-day sessions at the company’s Milton Keynes training centre will be attended by installers, consultants and end-users. Th...

The paper defines the group’s vision of cloud and mobility solutions The Security Industry Association (SIA) Standards Committee this week announced the first deliverable of the recently formed Cloud and Mobility Working Group: an industry white paper that explores the impact of the cloud on physical security. The paper, available as a free download from the SIA website, defines the group’s vision of cloud and mobility solutions as a technology and business driver...

McCool has led product development teams at SynOptics, NeXT Computer and Advanced Micro Devices Firetide Inc., the technology leader in next-generation wireless mesh networking, announced the appointment of Cisco veteran John McCool as president and CEO. McCool comes to Firetide from Cisco, where he was CTO and SVP of Cisco’s Global Enterprise Segment and led the “borderless networks” initiative, which accounted for one-third of Cisco’s $46 billion sale...

HID Global®, a worldwide leader in secure identity solutions, today announced it has achieved ATEX certification for its field-proven Logi Tag™ family of industrial radio frequency identification (RFID) tags that are highly water, chemical and shock resistant, and withstands peak temperatures. This certification adds to the company’s expansive offering of innovative IN Tag™ and industrial Glass Tags that are certified for safe use in potentially explosive environments. ATE...

The medal was presented to Europa by NSI Chief Executive, Jeff Little Europa has been recognised for its commitment to working to the highest security standards after being presented with a prestigious Guarding Gold medal by the National Security Inspectorate (NSI). As a result, the Salford-based integrated services provider is now within the top 5% of UK companies operating under the scheme. The uniquely numbered medal was presented to Europa by NSI Chief Executive, Jeff Li...

IFSEC International demonstrates increased integration between the security and fire industries UBM Live, the organiser of IFSEC International, is excited to announce the start of its next chapter at ExCel, London in 2014. Following a phenomenal 40th year, IFSEC International will enter its next decade by relocating from NEC, Birmingham to ExCeL London in June 2014. IFSEC International 2013 took place from 13 – 16 May and proved to be a roaring success with 28,992 visit...

MDSL will be supplying its high-end solution as a outsourced service to match the client’s multi-national requirements MDSL, the leading provider of global Telecom Expense Management (TEM) and Market Data Management (MDM) solutions, has been selected by a major Swiss bank, with offices in over 50 countries and branches in every major financial center world-wide, to provide it with a full set of TEM services. MDSL will be supplying its high-end Smart TEM Enterprise solut...