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IHS forecasts Indian market for video surveillance equipment to grow over the next five years

The market is forecast to almost double in size between 2013 and 2018 The Indian market for video surveillance equipment exceeded $300 million for the first time in 2013 and is forecast to grow at an increasing rate over the next five years. This is according to a recently published report by IHS Inc. entitled “The Indian Market for CCTV and Video Surveillance Equipment”. Much of the market growth is forecast to come from increased government spending. In June 201...

SALTO and Maxxess announce strategic partnership

The collaboration brings together SVN with eFusion to deliver an integrated platform for managing access points SALTO Systems, world leaders in wire-free and wireless access control technology, and Maxxess, a U.S.-based, global corporation recognised for its award-winning security software, recently announced a strategic partnership. The collaboration brings together SALTO’s Virtual Network (SVN) with Maxxess’ universal security management software, eFusion to deli...

Atlantis Computing unveils latest Atlantis USX hyper-converged solution

Atlantis Computing®, the leading provider of Software-Defined Storage, recently announced the Atlantis USX™ hyper-converged solution for Citrix environments. The solution has been verified as Citrix Ready on industry-standard x86 server platforms and integrates with the Citrix XenServer open-source hypervisor platform. The Atlantis USX hyper-converged solution delivers a combined compute and storage platform with Atlantis HyperDup™ data services. The solution provides the simplic...

Integrated security solutions manufacturer TDSi sponsors Parkstone Grammar School team in Greenpower scheme final at Goodwood

TDSi sponsored the "Speedwell" team due to involvement of Rachel Little, daughter of Greg Little, Sales Support & Estimator at the company Pupils from Parkstone Grammar School in Poole have taken part in the final of the Greenpower scheme, which was held at the world-famous Goodwood Motor Circuit, with the help of sponsorship from local integrated security solutions manufacturer TDSi and technical assistance from engineers at Siemens in Poole. The school put forward two ba...

IHS report indicates global video surveillance industry to grow by more than 10 percent in 2015

By 2018, worldwide revenue will reach a projected $23.6 billion The global market for video surveillance equipment was worth an estimated $15.0 billion by the end of 2014, up from $13.5 billion in 2013. By 2018, worldwide revenue will reach a projected $23.6 billion, as shown in the attached figure, equivalent to a five-year compound annual growth rate of 12 percent. “The year 2014 has been one of the most interesting—and disruptive—in recent memory for both...

ISONAS wins 2014 Security Innovation Award

ISONAS were honoured for keeping the community safe with cost effective access control solutions at the City of Bridgeport, Connecticut Leading Colorado-based access control manufacturer selected for City of Bridgeport installation and helps keep the community safe with cost effective access control solutions. We at ISONAS, Inc., a leading “Pure IP” access control system manufacturer that has revolutionised the security industry, has been awarded the 2014 Secu...

Viscount Systems receives third U.S. patent for its Freedom access control solution

The new patent marks a significant advance in how access control systems can provide value during an emergency Viscount Systems, a leading provider of IT-based security software and services, has been awarded its third U.S. patent for its Freedom Access Control solution, building on the technology’s already strong intellectual property foundation. U.S. Patent 8907763 B2 outlines the system and method for mustering individuals during an emergency using mobile devices. Mu...

Hunt Electronic GD series 2MP full HD PoE IP camera for outdoor applications

Hunt Electronic is launching its latest offering, the GD series 2 megapixel (1080P) PoE IP camera, completing the company's line for outdoor applications. The GD series include the following models - HLC-79GD, HLC-81GD and HLC-1NGD. Hunt GD family features 2 megapixel (1080P Full HD) resolution with excellent Sony solution. Also, it supports True WDR, for dealing better with high-contrast environments in comparison with Digital WDR. The GD series built-in intelligent functions include - face...

ASSA ABLOY to exhibit latest wireless access control innovations at Intersec Dubai 2015

Wireless access control from Aperio, SMARTair and CLIQ will take centre-stage at the event The global leader in door opening solutions, ASSA ABLOY, will be exhibiting the latest wireless access control innovations from Aperio®, SMARTair™ and CLIQ® in Hall 2, Stand G12 at Intersec Dubai 2015. Chris Bone, Vice President Access Control Solutions at ASSA ABLOY EMEA, says: “The key advantage of wireless access products is that they allow you to get farther into...

SoleraTec LLC releases PHOENIX RSM video surveillance management software solution for Oracle Solaris 11 OS

SoleraTec LLC, provider of innovative video lifecycle management and storage products, has released the PHOENIX RSM video surveillance management software solution for Oracle Solaris 11 operating system on the SPARC processor.  Currently available for Microsoft Windows, Mac OSX, and Linux operating systems, PHOENIX RSM now provides organisations that require uninterrupted operation of their video surveillance infrastructure with access to a high-performance and highly-reliable, secure compu...

VIVOTEK to unveil AW-GEV-264A series L2 PoE Gigabit switches at Intersec Dubai 2015

The AW-GEV-264A series adopts a unique graphic management approach VIVOTEK is pleased to announce the launch of its AW-GEV-264A series, the world’s first L2 PoE Gigabit switches with IP surveillance management functions. The AW-GEV-264A series, referred to as the VivoCam PoE switch, is a 24-port managed L2 PoE Gigabit switch. In addition to comprehensive features of a L2 PoE Gigabit switch, the AW-GEV-264A is easy to manage, configure, and monitor VIVOTEK IP cameras, vid...

EOS Innovations President David Lemaitre shares his thoughts on the rapidly growing security robotics market

The implementation of security robots does not act as a replacement for human workers or lead to job cuts Flourishing and rapidly evolving, the security industry is well suited to adopting new technologies. Companies are increasingly active in looking for advanced methods to protect their high-value goods. To meet this demand, all kinds of innovations have been developed to overcome existing limitations and thereby optimise the work of security professionals. Surveillance cam...

Exacq Technologies updates exacqVision 6.6 and Enterprise System Manager version 3.0 with ESM Failover

Exacq Technologies, part of the Security Products business unit of Tyco, introduces the ability to set up and manage failover on exacqVision servers with exacqVision 6.6 and Enterprise System Manager (ESM) version 3.0, a health monitoring program for use with exacqVision Enterprise networked video recorders (NVRs). The new exacqVision version 6.6 VMS (video management system) also includes updates to the views and event monitoring features in exacqVision, faster searching with the Exacq mobile a...

Bosch IP cameras portfolio makes surveillance system set up easy for small and medium-sized organisations

The recent release of the IP 2000, IP 4000 and IP 5000 camera families from Bosch Security Systems, Inc. creates a comprehensive portfolio of IP cameras that make it easy for small and medium-sized organisations to set up professional surveillance solutions. With these cost-effective cameras, Bosch raises the bar and sets new standards in security and data management for everyday surveillance situations, including schools, hospitality sites, retail shops, commercial buildings and more. The IP 5...

Viscount Systems welcomes Geoffrey W. Arens to its Board of Directors

Arens participated in Viscount’s latest funding round and joins as designated board member Viscount Systems, a leading provider of IT-based security software and services, announced recently the addition of Geoffrey W. Arens to its Board of Directors. Mr. Arens participated in Viscount’s latest funding round and joins as the designated board member appointed by the company’s Series A Convertible Redeemable Preferred Stock Holder, One East Capital. Mr. Arens...

ISM integrates its Genesys2 PSIM with Wavestore’s video management software

The technology partnership established between ISM and Wavestore has resulted in the successful integration of Wavestore video management software (VMS), with ISM’s Genesys2 PSIM security management control room software. The ISM award-winning and patented Genesys2 PSIM software offers a scalable solution for small single sites to multi-sited projects, irrespective of their location. Its ability to integrate products from multiple manufacturers into one holistic platform is enhanced when...

MOBOTIX AG appoints Dr. Tristan Haage as Chief Sales Officer

Dr. Haage, will assume responsibility in the Management Board starting 1st April 2015 The Supervisory Board of MOBOTIX AG has appointed Dr. Tristan Haage as a new member of the Management Board for the area of Sales. With a PhD in physics, Dr. Haage comes from Kaiserslautern and will assume responsibility in the Management Board starting 1st April 2015. With Dr. Haage, MOBOTIX AG gains a leader with many years of management experience in international sales.  After f...

AxxonSoft releases version 4.9.4 of Axxon Intellect PSIM software platform

AxxonSoft has announced the release of version 4.9.4 of the Axxon Intellect PSIM software platform. The new version of Axxon Intellect offers streamlined interactions within Intellect-powered security systems. In this release, the developers have concentrated on improving management tools for distributed security systems. Key novelties in the new version include: Integration of new hardware: Drivers Pack 3.2.28 is included. This module integrates IP hardware with AxxonSoft products. 3.2.28 i...

AxxonSoft introduces version 5.1 of Auto Intellect LPR and Traffic Monitoring module

Version 5.1 of the Auto Intellect module is now available from developer AxxonSoft. Highlights in the new version include improved recognition quality. What's New in Auto Intellect 5.1: Performance of the Carmen algorithm has been optimised for multicore CPUs. License plate recognition has been expanded to include new countries: Egypt, China, Iran, Iraq, Pakistan, Singapore, Philippines. Quality of license plate recognition has been improved for certain regions: Guatemala, Morocco, Pakistan...

Oncam's new Regional President, Americas - Jumbi Edulbehram

Jumbi Edulbehram will be responsible for sales, marketing and development activities in the Americas Oncam Grandeye, the security division of Oncam Technologies, announced recently that it has selected Jumbi Edulbehram to succeed Graham Wallis as Regional President, Americas. He will be based in the company’s Lowell, Mass. office, responsible for sales, marketing and development activities in the Americas. Before coming to Oncam Grandeye, he was in charge of business de...

BCDVideo servers improve archiving performance for Genetec IP video surveillance software

The Genetec team was able to increase the archiving performance of Security Center Omnicast software with BCD380V8 servers Mayflex, the cabling infrastructure, networking and electronic security solutions distributor, is a distributor for the BCDVideo family who has recently received great feedback about their BCD380V8 Server from Genetec, a premier video management software (VMS) company. The Genetec product teams were able to increase the archiving performance of their Secu...

Introducing emerald, CEM System's multifunctional IP access terminal

CEM Systems is part of the Security Products business unit of Tyco, the world’s largest pure-play fire protection and Security Company. CEM provides highly advanced security management solutions which include integrated access control, ID badging, alarm monitoring and the industry’s most advanced and flexible range of card readers. From a small facility to a large multi-site facility the sophisticated AC2000 access control system and advanced CEM products provide a solution to meet...

Skillweb launches 'SmartTask' solution for advanced employee scheduling and mobile workforce management

Skillweb has launched the next generation of SmartTask to create an advanced employee scheduling and mobile workforce management solution that helps to better plan and manage security officers. As a result, companies will now be able to take advantage of an integrated tool which combines intelligent rostering, live monitoring and integrated proof of attendance across teams of both static and mobile officers, making sure they are at the right place, at the right time to meet all service requireme...

Penton announces International Wireless Communications Expo 2015 keynote speakers

Penton’s IWCE keynote speakers includes Roger Cressey and Dr. Reginald Brothers Penton’s International Wireless Communications Expo (IWCE) has announced Roger Cressey, a counter-terrorism analyst for NBC News and former presidential advisor, will give the Opening Keynote Address for its 2015 show. Dr. Reginald Brothers, Under Secretary of Homeland Security for Science and Technology at the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS), will give the Morning Keyno...

CNL Software's IPSecurityCenter PSIM receives factory certification under Lenel OpenAccess Alliance Program

The interface provides security intelligence, allowing organisations to react faster and more precisely to incidents CNL Software, a world leader in Physical Security Information Management (PSIM) software is pleased to announce that its IPSecurityCenter™ PSIM has received Lenel factory certification under the Lenel OpenAccess Alliance Program (OAAP). The interface between IPSecurityCenter PSIM and the Lenel OnGuard access control, video and intrusion platform provid...

Foxstream announces Samsung Techwin partnership

FoxCounter is Foxstream’s first solution to benefit from this strategic alliance Foxstream, the fast growing software company specialising in real-time VCA (Video Content Analysis) is pleased to announce its partnership with Samsung Techwin. Foxstream’s people counting application can now be run on board Samsung Techwin’s Open Platform WiseNetIII cameras and end users can therefore benefit from a high performance counting application which works fully with S...

Milestone elevates Samsung Techwin to Elite Partner status

Samsung Techwin is only one of eight Milestone Camera Partners in the world to achieve this status Milestone Systems, the open platform company in IP video management software (VMS), has elevated Samsung Techwin to the status of Elite Partner in the Milestone Camera Partner Program (CaPP). To be named a Milestone Elite partner, companies must demonstrate outstanding sales, implementation, consulting and support for Milestone Systems solutions and consistently show excellence...

Maxxess to unveil its eFusion integration with Salto’s Virtual Network access control at Intersec 2015

Maxxess will also launch an interactive and online security consultant’s pack at the event Maxxess will showcase an unsurpassed number of integrations within its eFusion™ security management platform at Intersec 2015 due to take place at the Dubai International Convention and Exhibition Centre on 18-20 January. The global corporation recognised for its access control technology and extensive integration capabilities, will unveil new integration with world-leading s...

ASUSTOR releases ADM 2.3 operating system for its NAS devices

ASUSTOR Inc., a leading innovator and provider of network storage solutions, has announced that it is releasing the ASUSTOR Data Master (ADM) 2.3 operating system for all of its NAS devices (6, 3 and 2 Series). All ASUSTOR NAS users will be able to upgrade online to ADM 2.3, in order to enjoy a newly redesigned user interface along with brand new applications for both multimedia and business use. ADM 2.3’s new crisp and modern user interface optimises loading times and provides users with...

Axis expands modular AXIS F Series with AXIS F44 camera unit

Axis Communications, the world leader in network video, recently adds AXIS F44 Main Unit to its flexible and modular AXIS F Series. The series is based on a divided network camera concept where the camera is split into a sensor unit, made up of a lens and image sensor with a pre-mounted cable up to 12 m (39 ft.) long, and a main unit, which is the body of the camera. Since the main units and sensor units with different lens types are sold separately, customers can choose the components as requir...