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Joshua Jabs will present on “Electronic Benefits Programs” scheduled for Wednesday, 16 Oct. at 10:45 a.m Datacard Group, the world leader in secure ID and card personalisation solutions, recently announced that Joshua Jabs, vice president of global government marketing for Datacard Group, will be speaking at the 2013 Smart Card Alliance Government Conference: Smart Strategies for Secure Identity, taking place Oct. 15-16, 2013 in Washington, D.C. In its 12th year,...

QNAP Systems, Inc. recently updated QTS 4.0, Turbo NAS operating system, for its business-class Turbo NAS models, featuring advanced functions for SMB users, including 400TB scale-up solution, intelligent Storage Manager, flexible volume management with thin-provisioned volume supported, SSD cache, SMART data migration, VMware VAAI and Microsoft ODX support and more, and greatly enhancing the efficiency in storage management, expansion, data process, and management in virtualisation environments...

The NVR206-016 is a versatile network video recorder (NVR) for managing up to 16 network cameras. No complicated network settings or additional PC required, the Linux-based NVR solution supports plug-and-play with the MESSOA NVR-ready megapixel cameras and can be easily set up just like a DVR system. Taking advantage of the network video technology, the NVR provides high-definition live video and playback up to 1080p resolution, even in a 4CH/8CH multi-channel layout. Remote surveillance is furt...

Wavestore has released V5.40, the latest version of its highly acclaimed VMS software. V5.40 incorporates a number of new features as well as improvements to some existing features, all of which have come about as a result of feedback from customers. “One of Wavestore’s key strengths is that we have established an excellent rapport with installers and systems integrators around the world,” said Chris Williams, Director of Wavestore. “As a result we are able to closely ke...

The new catalogue will be translated into several languages for its major markets Following many months of writing, editing and collating, the new RISCO Group catalogue for 2014-2015 is in production and will also be translated into several languages for its major markets. The new look 66 page catalogue has sections on cloud-enabled security solutions in addition to its security management solutions for vertical markets. All its new products have been added, and all texts and...

IHS reports also produced a detailed region- focused, audio and video door phones report on the China market Large-scale projects of audio and video door phones in Asia are forecast to grow in excess of 9.8 percent from this year until 2017, according to a new report by IHS Inc., a leading global source of critical information and insight.  Despite the weak economic climate worldwide, the global market for audio and video door phones will be bolstered by Asia, especially...

Surveon's Premium Camera Series has extended the real-time performance to 3 megapixel at 30 FPS Surveon, the complete megapixel solutions provider, recently announced the company will showcase its new 3 megapixel real time HDR cameras at CPSE 2013 from October 29th to November 1st in Shenzhen, China. The new camera series, along with Surveon's full line-up of IP cameras, enterprise hardware RAID NVR, iSCSI/SAS video storage sub-systems and intelligent video management soft...

RISCO Group’s Smoke and Heat Detector offers a more sensitive and dependable product for the early detection of fire hazards in different environments. The detector has two heat sensors that measure fixed temperature and rate-of-rise, providing both more accurate readings and high false alarm immunity. The fast temperature rate-of-rise enables earlier detection, even before any smoke is detected. The Smoke and Heat Detector is compatible with all of RISCO Group’s wireless systems,...

Custom Consoles’ SteelBase technical desking provides an efficient working environment for any size of control room Custom Consoles reports a highly successful SPE Offshore Europe, held in September at the Aberdeen Exhibition & Conference Centre. Exhibiting at the show's 40th event, Custom Consoles displayed new options to its SteelBase range of control room furniture plus its Media Wall modular monitor display system and KAB high-grade controller chairs. "Organised...

The Advantage Line DIVAR IP 2000 and 3000 are affordable, easy to use, all-in-one recording and video management solutions. With pre-licensed channels and up to 8 TB of storage, the DIVAR IP recorders are ideal for smaller and medium sized installations, such as retail, education and banking. ONVIF compliant, these intelligent IP storage devices integrate seamlessly with third party cameras. These easy to use, DIVAR IP recorders enable viewing and management via a remote operating client. While...

QNAP Systems, Inc. officially launched five business-class, SAS-enabled Turbo NAS models, including TS-EC1679U-SAS-RP and TS-EC1279U-SAS-RP which support both SAS and SATA 6Gbps hard drives, and the 2.5” high-density SS-EC2479U-SAS-RP, SS-EC1879U-SAS-RP and SS-EC1279U-SAS-RP. The support of SAS hard drives increases disk input/output performance and offers high reliability for data transmission and storage. The new models offer storage expansion port(s) allowing seamless capacity expansion...

VdS is Europe's top certification body for fire protection and security VdS guidelines, which are well-known for their particularly high level of practice orientation, are being used as safety standards in a multitude of countries all over the world. The latest nation to put its trust in VdS guidelines is India, which continues to be one of the world´s most rapidly expanding economies, boasting economic growth of 5% in 2012. In its ”Code of Practice“ for aut...

BSIA speakers will provide guidance on how to navigate the latest CCTV standards A popular CCTV seminar and exhibition is arriving in Scotland this autumn, and is set to provide Scottish businesses and local authorities with an expert insight into the latest changes in technology and legislation, while exploring recent developments in the CCTV sector. Organised by the British Security Industry Association (BSIA) – the trade association representing the UK’s privat...

Growth accelerated further in the first quarter of the 2013 financial year with a staggering 26% increase Integrated security manufacturer TDSi has announced the results of its 2012/2013 financial results which show the company achieved an impressive 15% rise in turnover, compared to the previous year. The results also show that the growth accelerated further in the first quarter of the 2013 financial year with a staggering 26% increase over last year. John Davies, Managing D...

ASUSTOR Inc., a leading innovator and provider of network storage solutions, has announced recently that all of its NAS products are fully compatible with WD's three newest models in its WD Red series of NAS hard drives. These new models consist of the 3.5” 4TB WD40EFRX model, 2.5” 1TB WD10JFCX model and 2.5” 750GB WD7500BFCX model. No matter if it is the higher capacity required for business applications or versatility required for home and SOHO applications, ASUSTOR NAS users...

Milestone XProtect VMS now supports the on-board storage capabilities of Hikvision's IP cameras The partnership between Hikvision and Milestone has recently been strengthened via the complete integration of Hikvision IP video devices and Milestone XProtect video management software. As a result, Hikvision’s full range of network cameras, network speed domes, and video encoders now support Milestone’s full range of XProtect VMS (including XProtect Corporate, XProtec...

The partnership will allow AMG-Panogenics 5 MP PanoCam360 camera range to integrate with Luxriot’s VMS AMG Systems, the British manufacturer of sophisticated Megapixel cameras and CCTV transmission technology, and Luxriot, market leading suppliers of Enterprise Video Management solutions in the USA, have announced a strategic technology partnership that will see the AMG-Panogenics 5 megapixel 360 degree PanoCam360 camera range integrated into Luxriot’s signature Vi...

JP Lapointe will oversee the alignment of all activities related to Honeywell's security products business in Canada JP Lapointe has been named General Manager of Honeywell Security Group – Canada. He will oversee the alignment of all activities related to Honeywell's security products business in Canada.  JP will lead Honeywell’s strategic efforts to identify relationship building opportunities with both new and existing customers to help them drive...

Sony Electronics’ Security Systems Division and Next Level Security Systems announced recently the launch of an affordable, scalable cloud-based video surveillance solution: IPELA CLOUD Serviced by NextConnect Video. Combining Sony’s IPELA ENGINE EX Series IP cameras with the NextConnect Video cloud service allows Sony and Next Level to deliver security solutions and technologies to a broader audience of customers.  Unlike other hosted or cloud solutions, the IPELA CLOUD soluti...

Guggenheim’s digital signage experience is an ideal complement to Barix’s strategy in the retail and business space IP audio and control specialist Barix ushers in a new era with the appointment of Ronni Guggenheim as CEO. Based in Zurich, Mr. Guggenheim takes the reins on October 1 — and he has big plans for the company. “Barix has a stellar reputation as an IP technology pioneer and a very solid technology core, the majority of which is hardware-...

The new infographic from the leading supplier of intelligent asset management solutions and includes latest statistics highlighting schools as the number one target for mobile device theft. Traka also cites latest research into laptop theft alongside the consequences for schools including regulatory fines, increased insurance premiums and £500,000 penalties. The infographic investigates asset management where sources suggest 65% of staff have not been given training on how to protect the...

ASUSTOR Inc., a leading innovator and provider of network storage solutions, announced recently that it has completed an integration with renowned IP camera brand Compro, adding compatibility for 37 different Compro camera models. These camera models include cameras from Compro’s TN series, designed for small businesses, and NC series designed for designed for more specialised surveillance applications. Now ASUSTOR NAS users will have more choice than ever before when choosing IP cameras t...

While security camera manufacturers continue to seek simple technical functions to meet customers’ needs, the user flexibility for their own cameras offers a larger jump into higher product value. Hikvision recently introduced two vari-focal models into its PICADIS analogue camera family -- the DS-2CE15C2P(N)-VFIR3 720TVL IR Bullet camera and DS-2CE55C2P(N)-VFIR3 720TVL IR Dome camera, which are equipped with a 2.8mm~12mm adjustable lens allowing these models to operate at given focal dist...

The awards aim to recognise the hard work, dedication and vital service that Pilgrims employees provide Pilgrims Group has held its annual Security Officer Awards Ceremony, recognising outstanding achievements and performances of security professionals within its business at both individual and team level. The event took place at Hoebridge Golf Club in Surrey, combining a fun golf competition for all nominees prior to a sit down lunch and awards ceremony. The criteria on...

Showcasing the latest technological innovations is top of the agenda for BSIA members attending IFSEC Istanbul Members of the British Security Industry Association's Export Council are offering an exclusive preview of the new security innovations that visitors can expect to see at IFSEC Istanbul 2013, which opens its doors for the first time next week (30th September – 2nd October). Event organisers, UBM Live, claim that the new event – while targeting the Souther...

This year’s recognition marks the second consecutive Accolades Award for an iCLASS SE platform solution HID Global, a worldwide leader in secure identity solutions, recently announced that its new iCLASS SE Encoder  has been selected by the ASIS International organisation as a winner in the 2013 ASIS Accolades Security’s Best competition, which recognises the industry’s most innovative new technologies, products and services. Judges representing a cross-...

MBOTIX to develop line of five-megapixel cameras and a lowlight exposure optimisation software MOBOTIX, an industry leading provider of high-resolution, network-based security solutions, continues to innovate and expands its IP surveillance and security solutions portfolio with the development of a comprehensive line of five-megapixel cameras, and a firmware update that includes lowlight exposure optimisation software. MxLEO The new Lowlight Exposure Optimisation (MxLEO)...

Revader Security has introduced a new range of PTZ and 360 degree rapid re-deployable cameras. Demand for high specification, rapid re-deployable video solutions continues to grow as national governments, local authorities and police worldwide look to work smarter by reacting quickly and effectively to combat activity in criminal & terrorist hotspots Reflecting this increased demand, Revader Security has introduced five new vandal resistant rapid re-deployable models which collectively pro...

Leading control room furniture manufacturer Winsted has released the newest and perhaps the greatest version of WELS, its unique Winsted Equipment Layout Software (WELS) version 4. Winsted have reworked the software with the end-user in mind. The biggest change is the improved look and feel. The equipped version 4 has been revamped with a completely redesigned user interface with exciting new features promised to streamline the design process and improve the user experience. The software is ea...

Cisco recently announced enhancements to its portfolio of safety and security solutions with video surveillance architectures and new IoT enabled solutions that ease management of millions of connected cameras and devices. The "Internet of Things" is the next technology transition where devices will allow us to sense and control the physical world by making objects smarter and connecting them through an intelligent network. Video Surveillance Manager 7 (VSM7) provides new capabilities that enabl...