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Dallmeier offers DMS 2400 VideoIP as high performance appliance

The DMS 2400 is a high performance server hardware with Multi-Core CPU and 2x 3.5” HDDs. The operating system of the 3HU high appliance is on flash memory for highest system stability. The DMS 2400 is suitable for up to 24 SD-IP or HD-IP video channels. Optionally, an upgrade for hybrid use with up to 24 analogue channels is available. The DMS 2400 is a stand-alone device and can be installed in a 19" rack using the optionally available 19" bracket. It supports one local playback of one c...

Genetec wins Montreal’s Top Employers award for the seventh consecutive year

 Genetec's unified IP security technology and solutions are used across a wide range of vertical marketsGenetec, a pioneer in the physical security industry and a leading provider of world-class unified IP security solutions, announced recently that it has been selected for the 7th consecutive year as one of Montreal's Top Employers. The annual competition profiles employers in Greater Montreal who lead in providing not only exceptional workplaces but also the most progressive and forward-t...

Ingersoll Rand Security Technologies continues to pioneer access control solutions to meet changing needs and budgets

  Ingersoll Rand's PegaSys is a cost-effective way to upgrade a mechanical access control solution to an electronic one Architectural journalist Gideon Sykes examines the problems of security key control, spotlighting how one innovative manufacturer is pioneering access control solutions to meet changing needs and tight budgets.As technology develops, so do advances in building access and security. To satisfy the ever changing demands of clients, as well as compliance...

Security and Safety Technologies XVII International Forum set to take place in February 2012

 Security and Safety Technologies XVII caters for the security community in RussiaSecurity and Safety Technologies XVII International Forum (SST Moscow) is the major event for exhibitors, visitors, purchasers and government officials involved in the security community in Russia, introduces a dedicated promotional campaign for new security products, services, brands, and installations. Multiple opportunities are available for all the exhibitors. The SST will take place February 14-...

Canon s'allie à Genitech pour renforcer sa présence sur lemarché des caméras réseau

 Genitech propose désormais à sa clientèle hexagonale la gamme complète des caméras réseau CanonView English version / Communiqué de presse en anglaisCanon Europe, leadermondial des solutions de l'image et du document, a annoncé aujourd'hui le lancement d'un partenariat avec Genitech, distributeur spécialiste des produits et solutions de sécurité vidéo sur le marché français. Genitech propose d...

Canon Europe announces partnership with Genitech for greater presence in French network camera market

 Canon's full range of network cameras will now be offered by Genitech in the French marketView French version / Communiqué de presse en français Canon Europe, world-leader in imaging solutions, has today announced its partnership with Genitech, a specialist distributor of video security products and solutions to the French market. Genitech will offer its customers in France Canon's full range of network cameras from today. The partnership will see Genitech provide Canon'...

Arecont Vision's megapixel cameras improve security at Maltese cruise ship terminal

  The new video surveillance system incorporates Arecont Vision 5 and 3 megapixel IP network cameras Arecont Vision, the industry leader in IP-based megapixel camera technology, announces deployment of 50 Arecont Vision megapixel cameras to help ensure the security and safety of thousands of visitors to the Valletta cruise ship terminal in Malta, a group of islands in the central Mediterranean. The largest installation of megapixel cameras in the Maltese Islands to date,...

New lone worker protection solution by G4S at ASIS 2011

  Market leading security protection by the G4S LoneProtector solution G4S Security Solutions, LLC (G4S), the premier provider of advanced monitoring services, now offers a new lone worker protection solution as part of its comprehensive suite of products, services and technology. The new solution, called LoneProtector?, is being showcased at the G4S booth (#3325) at the ASIS International show in Orlando, Florida. “With the number of lone workers ri...

OnSSI promotes open architecture and strategic technology partnerships at ASIS 2011

 OnSSI is featuring security technology partner displays that showcase Ocularis's open platform At this week’s ASIS 2011 Conference and Trade Show, OnSSI is featuring technology partner displays that showcase the benefits of Ocularis’s open platform architecture. Demonstrations include integrated solutions from Intransa in addition to other partner solutions such as access control, mobile, storage and facial recognition solutions.“The open architecture of Ocularis ena...

SightLogix new thermal video imaging - clearer images, better surveillance

 The Clear24™ thermal camera is integrated with physical security information managementSightLogix, the leading supplier of outdoor area and perimeter security video systems, announces Clear24™- a new benchmark in thermal video imaging. Introduced at ASIS 2011 (booth #3557), the new camera uses powerful image processing to provide the most detailed thermal image possible, 24 hours a day, including conditions of rain, snow, fog, wind, or humidity. Clear24 delivers another critica...

SightLogix showcases expanded outdoor video surveillance line at ASIS 2011

 Intelligent video surveillance with high detection accuracy and low nuisance alertsSightLogix, Inc. is showcasing an expanded product line at ASIS 2011 which includes the Clear24™ thermal camera, a new benchmark in thermal video imaging. The Clear24 uses powerful image processing to provide the most detailed thermal image possible, 24 hours a day, including conditions of rain, snow, fog, wind, or humidity. The Clear24 product line widens SightLogix' solutions beyond the com...

Access Control OneFacility Software by G4S, at ASIS 2011

 Real-time communication empowers incident reporting and other applications G4S Security Solutions, a global provider of comprehensive security solutions combining technology, manpower and innovation, is introducing the OneFacility software suite at ASIS International in Orlando, Florida. Five interactive seminars in booth #3325 will feature OneFacility and its capabilities of improving visitors' experiences, increasing site security as well as supporting audit and compliance mandates...

SightLogix outdoor video surveillance systems, for integration with third-party systems, presented at Asis 2011

 SightLogix powerful image processing delivers accurate, cost-efficient outdoor securitySightLogix, the leading manufacturer of video analytics systems and high performance thermal cameras for outdoor security applications, is highlighting their open-standards solution at ASIS 2011 (booth #3557). The SightLogix system has been designed to work seamlessly with a wide range of third-party video management, physical security information management (PSIM) and access control systems. SightLogix...

OnSSI's expanded flagship product improves security and lowers operating costs, showing at ASIS 2011

  Ocularis v2.0 shows the true potential of OnSSi's IP video and security management solution OnSSI has created a new benchmark for increased security and lower operational costs with its recently expanded Ocularis IP-video and security platform. On display here at ASIS 2011, Ocularis v2.0, provides significantly increased functionality to organisations from entry to enterprise levels and offers better value than other video surveillance solutions in the market."Ocularis v2.0...

Cassidian extends CORMORANT service contract with UK Ministry of Defence

  CORMORANT voice and data solution enhances security and is trusted by professionals Cassidian announced at this year's DSEi exhibition and show that CORMORANT service contract between Cassidian and the UK Ministry of Defence (MoD) has been extended to December 2012. This deployable, modular LAN / WAN voice and data solution was originally delivered to two Royal Signals Units for use at the strategic command level. Since this initial delivery, demand for CORMORANT...

Axis' sales reflect shift in security industry from analogue to digital video surveillance

Axis Communications network video surveillance products are popular on the marketAxis is expanding its global operations and in the next few days a sales office will be opened in Mexico. Axis sees a great interest for network video in the market and by strengthening its local presence, the company will gain a better opportunity to develop the market in Central America.  Since year-end, Axis has increased its global presence with its own personnel in the Czech Republic, Hungary, Turkey and...

BSM names Honeywell’s Pro-Watch Security Management software "Best Channel Product"

Pro-Watch enables to manage access control and intrusion systems using a single software platformHoneywell's widely used Pro-Watch® Security Management software suite has been selected by top resellers as a Business Solutions Magazine (BSM) Best Channel Product.  Designed to meet the needs of a range of organisations from global enterprises to small commercial offices, Pro-Watch allows organisations to manage access control, video surveillance and intrusion systems with a single s...

Cassidian to provision ECTOCRYP security products for United Arab Emirates Armed Forces

Cassidian's new contract is in line with the company's mission of defending world securityCassidian announces the contract win for an agreement with Emiraje Systems LLC for the provision of ECTOCRYP cryptography products for the United Arab Emirates Armed Forces Command and Control System (ECCS).  Cassidian will provide ECCS with a version of the award-winning UK developed product ECTOCRYP. Under the agreement Cassidian will also work with the Emirates to support the integration of the equ...

Honeywell to demonstrate "connected buildings" security technologies at ASIS 2011

Honeywell's "connected buildings" technologies effectively integrate security with building controls systemsHoneywell's presence at ASIS 2011 in Orlando will be marked by a focus on technologies that create "connected buildings" facilities that can streamline operations by integrating security with building control systems. Among the highlighted technologies will be software that allows dealers and integrators to more easily fold video surveillance into building sy...

Thales wins contract with Malaysian Army for advanced vehicle system integration

Thales will provide electronic system integration for 257 armoured-wheeled vehiclesThales has been awarded a major contract for the integration of an advanced open vehicle electronic architecture system for the 257 new 8x8  armoured-wheeled vehicles of the Malaysian Army. Thales acts as a subcontractor of DEFTECH (DRB-HICOM Defence Technologies Sdn Bhd), the local company selected by the Malaysian Ministry of Defence for the design, development and manufacturing of the vehicles.This contra...

DSEi 2011 showcases latest equipment and systems for defence and security industry

 With over 1,300 exhibitors, DSEi is the world's largest integrated defence and security expoThe Defence and Security Equipment International (DSEi 2011) is the world's largest fully integrated defence and security exhibition. DSEi provides a unique platform to present your latest equipment and systems to the world's defence and security industry. DSEi provides you with the opportunity to develop international relationships and generate new business opportunities with companies of all sizes...

Cassidian's technology chosen for Pope's visit to Spain for World Youth Day

  Cassidian's technology guaranteed the safety of the Pope and more than 1.5 million visitors• SIRDEE system ensured network availability in all sensitive locations despite demanding requirements. • Number of SIRDEE network users more than doubled during peak times. • Cassidian and Telefónica provided network maintenance services for the user organisations and 24/24 hour emergency support. During the World Youth Day (WYD) in Madrid, the Spanish Police forces relie...

Integrated Security Solutions Expo to focus on importance of integrating products and systems in the security industry

 ISS Expo's focus on integrated security reflects its current significance to professional security worldISS Expo will be launched on 22nd September 2011 at ExCel London.The professional security industry will see its first major new annual exhibition, focused on integrated security solutions, on 3-4 October 2012 at Docklands ExCel London. The exhibition, to be called the Integrated Security Solutions Exhibition or ISS Expo, aims to attract more than 120 exhibitors and over 2,500...

British Security Industry Association announces chairmen

British Security Industry Association appoints chairmen for membership sectionsThe British Security Industry Association (BSIA) has appointed chairmen for most of its sections of membership, following its Annual General Meeting, which was held on Wednesday the 13th of July.BSIA Chief Executive, James Kelly, comments: "The success of the BSIA is not only achieved by the work of its staff but also the ongoing dedication from members who are willing to serve on the various committees. Eve...

Megapixel solutions provider Surveon expands SMR series of RAID NVR solutions with new SMR 5000 systems

Surveon, the complete megapixel solutions provider, recently announced it has expanded the SMR (Smart Megapixel Recorder) Series of RAID NVR solutions with new SMR 5000 systems. Designed to meet the needs of megapixel video surveillance, the new SMR systems feature up to 20 channels with a local display of 1920x1080. The systems enable users to easily deploy up to twenty 3-megapixel cameras in a single compact NVR solution with professional features including local live viewing, real time analyt...

Updated BS 8418 code of practice improves detection standards

  GB Monitoring Director Neil Jackson welcomes updated BS 8418 Code of Practice Neil Jackson, Director at GB Monitoring, looks at how the new code of practice for remotely monitored CCTV systems, which is designed to increase detection standards is expected to put pressure on non-compliant operators. GB Monitoring has been a longstanding contributor to the development of industry standards and the company’s NSI ARC Gold remote video response centre (RVRC) was one of...

PSIA develops system specification supporting video, storage, analytics, access control and intrusion

 PSIA develops and demonstrates succesful Systems VideoStandards for the physical security industry took an important step forward at ISC West with the successful demonstration of interoperable products from Honeywell, UTC F&S, Tyco, Hikvision, Arecont Vision, IQinVision and ObjectVideo.  It was clear that the objective of the PSIA, to develop a systems specification supporting video, storage, analytics, access control, and intrusion, has been achieved.  Thanks to our member c...

EMC and HID Global join forces and replace obsolete system that eliminates today's risks with an eye to the future

  EMC insures against facility breaches with access control solutions from HID GlobalHID Global, trusted leader in solutions for the delivery of secure identity, today announced that the company's credential and reader solutions for access control have been selected by mutual insurance leader EMC to protect its entire, multi-structure corporate campus at the company's headquarters in Des Moines and an additional facility in Ames, Iowa.EMC worked with a security systems integrator to de...

Working groups set up by Security Alliance

Security Alliance sets up working groups in  accordance with future regulatory frameworkThe Security Alliance recently released details of the working groups that would be created to review the recommendations for a future regulatory framework shortly to be published by the Security Industry Authority. The working groups will have two key functions: A number of Process Groups established to look in detail at the proposed operating modelA number of Sector groups that will review th...

Ultra high-capacity licensed wireless backhaul introduced by Proxim

Proxim Wireless Corporation, a leading provider of complete indoor and outdoor wireless broadband systems, today re-entered the licensed wireless backhaul market with the introduction of its Tsunami® GX800 licensed point-to-point microwave backhaul products. With the addition of the GX800 products, Proxim - a pioneer of the point-to-point microwave market - expands its extensive product line to include licensed wireless backhaul capable of delivering ultra-high capacity of 622 Mbps aggregate...

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