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Norbain to distribute Milestone Systems Husky network video recorders

Norbain is pleased to announce that it can now offer customers the Milestone Husky Series of network video recorders (NVRs). These NVRs come pre-installed with Milestone video management software (VMS) and have a sleek and sophisticated appearance that allows them to fit into any environment. Ensuring reliability and durability, the hardware is industrial-grade and works seamlessly with Milestone’s VMS. In addition, the flexibility of the Milestone Husky Series makes it stand out, providi...

British Security Industry Association launches annual end-user survey for security industry

The survey aims to provide the BSIA and its members with a better understanding of the needs of security industry customers As engagement with end-users continues to top the British Security Industry Association’s agenda, the trade body has launched an annual survey aimed at measuring changing attitudes to security among those responsible for buying and using security products and services for their business. Accessible online and open to all individuals involved in the...

Y3K enters into strategic distribution partnership with WF Senate, part of the Rexel Group

WF Senate will become the main distribution channel for Y3K and its full range of HD CCTV and security products Croydon-based manufacturer and distributor of HD CCTV and security systems, Y3K, has recently announced a strategic distribution partnership with WF Senate, part of the Rexel Group, a global leader in the distribution of electrical supplies and services. Under the terms of the new deal and following a successful trial, WF Senate will become the main distribution cha...

FireVu business development manager highlights railway tunnel fire safety

Railway tunnel fires can be more dangerous to life than road tunnel blazes providing less favourable opportunities for escape Fire prevention is the single most important issue for railway tunnel fires safety. The potential consequences of fire, both materially and in human life often exceed road tunnels accidents. While the technology and solutions are available to reduce incidences of serious situations, the issue and danger still remains. The question is how we can manage i...

SANS to host 2014 European ICS Security Summit alongside two training courses in Amsterdam

The Summit provides the opportunity to learn the challenging cyber security risks to control systems and the most effective defences SANS will be hosting the 2014 European ICS Security Summit alongside two training courses including SANS' new specialist ICS410: ICS/SCADA Security Essentials course in Amsterdam from 23rd to 27th of September. The two-day European Industrial Control Systems Security Summit will be chaired by Markus Braendle of ABB and brings together program ma...

Dallmeier's Panomera Truck to return to the road in September 2014

The Dallmeier Amarok will travel with the Truck throughout the roadshow and demonstrate a mobile monitoring solution After its resounding successes in the last two years, the Panomera® Truck will take to the road in 2014 as well! Between the beginning of September and mid-October, the Dallmeier roadshow will make stops in Germany, Denmark, Belgium, France and Switzerland. Besides a completely new image for the Truck, this year will also see another début: The Dallme...

Orbis CEO Guy Other responds to VPS acquisition by PAI Partners SAS

The acquisition signals a shift in VPS’s centre of gravity from the UK to Europe The Vacant property management experts Orbis’ CEO, Guy Other, responded to the acquisition of VPS. On 25 June 2014 PAI Partners SAS, one of France’s largest private equity firms, announced that it had agreed to buy the UK and European operations of vacant property management firm VPS Holdings from TDR Capital, another private equity firm. TDR Capital, which acquired VPS in 2010,...

FireVu discusses fire safety measures for reducing fires in manufacturing facilities

The Dangerous Substances and Explosive Atmospheres Regulations 2002 assesses workplace dangers for fire and explosion hazard identification Manufacturing facilities are highly vulnerable to fire. Flammable materials, multiple sources of ignition and malfunctioning machinery parts can lead to disastrous fires for firms. Ali Aleali at fire detection solution provider FireVu, specialises in food, drinks, pharmaceuticals and chemicals manufacturing. Ali discusses the causes and h...

AMAG Technology increases coverage throughout the US with expansion of its Business Development team

Matthew Cardwell has joined AMAG as central region Business Development Manager AMAG Technology has restructured and expanded its Business Development Department to provide increased coverage throughout the US and exceptional customer service to its engineer and consultant customer base. The newest member of the expanding team is Matthew Cardwell. He has joined the Business Development team as the Central Region Business Development Manager. Based in Texas, he will work with a...

Linear’s GD00Z Z-Wave garage door controller wins 2014 ESX Maximum Impact Award

Linear’s GD00Z Z-Wave garage door controller won the award for Best Access Control/ID System for Gate/Door Operators Leading security and home automation, access control, and health and wellness manufacturer for residential and commercial markets, Linear LLC, recently announced the Linear GD00Z Z-Wave Garage Door Controller has won the ESX Maximum Impact Award for Best Access Control/ID System for Gate/Door Operators. The awards are given out annually at the Electronic S...

Airbus Defence and Space to establish Centre of Excellence in Singapore with NCS to aid in safe city solutions in Asia

The partnership demonstrates Singapore’s growing capability in information and communications technologies  Airbus Defence and Space together with NCS will establish a Centre of Excellence (CoE) in Singapore for the research, development and the commercialisation of safe city solutions in Asia. Technologies and solutions like data fusion and predictive analytics, video content analytics and crowd simulation will better support emergency services and operations in an...

INSIDE Secure and Intel finalise agreement on new NFC technology and IP licence

The transaction is fully in line with INSIDE Secure's strategy to focus on embedded security solutions for mobile & associated devices INSIDE Secure, a leader in embedded security solutions for mobile and connected devices, recently announced it has completed the agreement with Intel Corporation previously announced on April 1. Under the terms of the concluded agreement, INSIDE Secure has: Extended the pre-existing worldwide perpetual license it had with Intel into a b...

AlliedBarton Security Services creates sustainable trade show display at 2014 Every Building Conference & Expo

This initiative will benefit the Community Food & Outreach Center of Central Florida AlliedBarton Security Services, the industry’s premier provider of highly trained security personnel which employs over 65,000 security professionals nationwide, will create a sustainable trade show display at the 2014 Every Building Conference & Expo, presented by BOMA International and Buildings magazine. This initiative will benefit the Community Food & Outreach Center of...

IQinVision signs distribution agreement with Alltron AG

The agreement will allow Alltron to distribute IQinVision’s line of cameras to the Swiss market IQinVision, market leader in high-performance HD megapixel IP cameras, recently announced it has signed an agreement with Alltron AG, to join the ranks of IQinVision Distribution Partners. The agreement designates that Alltron AG, Mägenwil, Switzerland, will distribute IQinVision’s line of cameras to the Swiss market. Alltron is a part of the Competec group. &ldquo...

VTIS´s new website offers enhanced overview of product portfolio and faster navigation

VTIS has divided the video surveillance product portfolio into industries so that customers can find desired security solutions faster VTIS GmbH´s new website offers an improved overview of the product portfolio and faster navigation, optimised for mobile devices. As of today, vtis.de presents itself in a new layout and with an updated offer. The objective is to make the vast information provided in the past more easily accessible for customers. The website appears cons...

Google-owned Nest Labs signs acquisition agreement with Dropcam worth $555 million

The agreement has been signed for $555 million in cash Google-owned Nest Labs, Inc. (nest.com) announced recently that it has entered into an agreement to buy Dropcam for $555 million in cash, subject to adjustments. The transaction is subject to customary closing conditions, including the receipt of regulatory approvals in the US. See latest article from our Editor on how this space is witnessing some solid activity.

British Security Industry Association’s Export Council celebrates 20th anniversary at IFSEC 2014

BSIA’s Export Council celebrated its 20th anniversary with security exporters from across the UK Security exporters from across the UK gathered together with key industry stakeholders at IFSEC International to celebrate the 20th anniversary of the British Security Industry Association’s Export Council. Established in 1994, the Export Council serves as a dedicated forum for relationships between the UK's security industry and overseas buyers to be founded and culti...

Suprema biometric scanners receive certification by the Bureau of Indian Standards

Suprema is the first to receive certification in the biometric access control and time attendance segment Suprema, Inc., a leading global provider of technology in biometrics, security and ID Solutions, recently announced its biometric scanner products are certified by the Bureau of Indian Standards. Suprema is the first to receive the certification in the biometric access control and time attendance segment in association with its local partner in India, A-ID Systems. Under...

Xtralis announces series of downloadable multi-service capabilities for ADPRO FastTrace™ 2/2E RMG

 Xtralis, the world’s leading provider of very early & reliable detection and remote visual verification safety and security solutions, recently announced a series of downloadable multi-service capabilities for the ADPRO FastTrace™ 2/2E Remotely Managed Multi-service Gateway (RMG).  The FastTrace 2/2E is a 4-to-20-channel platform for video recording, bi-directional audio for deterrence, transmission over any network, and offers remotely downloadable software analytics...

IFSEC and FIREX offer education, innovation and networking opportunities for attendees

Its a leading destination for security and fire professionals from around the world to keep up to date on the industry IFSEC International and FIREX International, the world’s largest security and fire exhibition’s organised by UBM Live, recently opened the doors to the security and fire industry for what is set to be a show stopping event taking place from 17th – 19th June at ExCeL London. Adrian Leppard, Commissioner for City of London Police, opened I...

Milestone Systems and Genetec remain top suppliers of video management software in 2013 says IHS report

IHS published the estimates through its Video Surveillance Intelligence Service Milestone Systems and Genetec remained the two largest suppliers of video management software (VMS) in 2013 in a market worth more 900 million dollars, according to recently published estimates from IHS Inc., through its Video Surveillance Intelligence Service. The global VMS market is forecast to grow to over $3 billion in 2018 with all four major world regions analysed (EMEA, Americas, China, an...

Advanced Laser imaging announces CCTverify, for creating 3D environments

A world leader in the use of laser scanning and photogrammetry techniques, Advanced Laser Imaging is delighted to announce the launch of its latest product offering, CCTVerify. CCTVerify quickly creates a highly accurate, completely immersive, 3D recording of your building or estate – no matter how complex - then measures and maps a 3D cone of view of every camera within a CCTV system, enabling the immediate identification of blind spots, areas of poor coverage, and cameras not fit for th...

Panasonic adds access and intruder platform to product offering as it announces OEM agreement with Bravida at IFSEC 2014

The agreement will see Panasonic’s ‘Integra’ access and intruder platform added to Bravida’s portfolio of security products Panasonic used IFSEC, the world’s leading security show, to announce an OEM agreement with Bravida, Scandinavia's leading integrated supplier of technical installation and service solutions, which will see the “Integra” access and intruder platform added to its portfolio of security products. Door nodes, access u...

Elpas to introduce Lone Worker Emergency Call Transmitter at IFSEC 2014

Elpas’ Emergency Call Transmitter transmits real-time location data that identifies name and location of the worker in need Elpas, part of the Security Products business unit of Tyco, will introduce the Lone Worker Emergency Call Transmitter as part of its Emergency Call Solution at IFSEC 2014, 17-19 June on Stand D1100. The Lone Worker Emergency Call Transmitter ensures that personnel who may be subject to attack or injury when operating on their own can send alerts ab...

Remcam launches service to help MOBOTIX Partners offer remotely monitored security services across the UK

Remcam’ subscription service uses RemoteGUARD software integrated seamlessly into MOBOTIX CCTV systems Remcam (Scotland) Ltd has launched a new service designed exclusively to help MOBOTIX Partners offer remotely monitored security services across the United Kingdom. The new subscription service uses RemoteGUARD software integrated seamlessly into the advanced features pioneered by the MOBOTIX decentralised CCTV systems including motion analytics, two way audio and the n...

Seagate Technology to showcase 7th Generation Surveillance HDD and partner demonstrations at IFSEC 2014

The 4TB Seagate Surveillance HDD has been designed specifically to address the need for high-resolution cameras What: Seagate Technology plc, a world leader in storage solutions, will be exhibiting at IFSEC International 2014 between the 17th and 19th June on stand G510. Stand visitors will be able to see the recently launched 7th Generation Surveillance HDD in action, with demonstration solutions from QNAP, Samsung, Synology, and Hikvision. The 4TB Seagate Surveillance HDD ha...

Nedap’s social hub to provide new ideas and solve challenges to IFSEC visitors in London

At IFSEC, Nedap will demonstrate the world’s first software based security management platform: AEOS Nedap Security Management, developer and manufacturer of the first software-based security management platform – AEOS, is collaborating with different security professionals at IFSEC to solve security challenges that IFSEC visitors are facing. Security experts such as prominent security consultants and Physical Security Managers from leading organisations, collabora...

STANLEY Security launches updated version of its National Account Performance Scorecard at NRF Loss Prevention Conference & Expo 2014

National Account Performance Scorecard provides total transparency into performance for customers STANLEY Security, a leading provider of integrated security solutions for retail, commercial, and industrial organisations globally, launches an updated version of its National Account Performance Scorecard this week, June 11-12, at the 2014 NRF Loss Prevention Conference & Expo in Ft. Lauderdale, FL. STANLEY’s National Account Performance Scorecard, first introduced in...

Allegion appoints Jo Milne-Rowe as specification leader for door solutions

Jo's appointment highlights the growing importance of the new build specification sector to Allegion Allegion has confirmed the appointment of Jo Milne-Rowe as specification leader for door solutions, in a move which highlights the growing importance of the new build specification sector to the leading provider of safety and security products. With more than nine years’ experience in the industry, Jo, aged 35 from Northamptonshire will be based at Allegion’s UK he...

Security-Net announces new hires in two of its 19 North American member companies

The new hires include central station operator, service technician, accounting manager and sales intern Security-Net, a global provider of security integration services is pleased to announce new hires in two of its 19 North American member companies. Following are recent announcements from systems integrators The Protection Bureau and Cam-Dex Security Corp. The new hire announcements include a Second Shift Central Station Operator, Service Technician, Accounting Manager and...