Avigilon Corporation News

ISC West day 1 sees large crowds exploring product releases, cybersecurity and security technology education

ISC West was hopping on its first day, with crowded aisles, packed booths and plenty of news to share. Much of the news consists of product announcements resulting from the rapid pace of technology development in the physical security market. It was enough to cause sensory overload. Educating integrators and end users about security technology Technology is moving so fast that it’s understandable integrators, not to mention end users, might struggle to digest it all and apply it to their...

Avigilon High-Definition Surveillance System keeps people of Mechelen City safe

Adding HD surveillance system has enabled police officers to monitor some of the city’s highest traffic areas Cutting-edge Mechelen city in Belgium protects citizens and visitors using the Avigilon high-definition surveillance system. The authorised police officers in Mechelen, Belgium are able to monitor the Avigilon high-definition surveillance system from their desktops using Avigilon Control Centre (ACC) with High-Definition Stream Management™ (HDSM). To compl...

Avigilon H4 Edge all-in-one surveillance solution to be launched at ISC West 2016

Avigilon H4 Edge Solution Camera line features embedded video management software and on-board storage Avigilon Corporation, a trusted provider of business intelligence and security solutions, will launch the H4 Edge Solution (ES) Camera line at ISC West 2016, booth 22043, in Las Vegas, Nevada.The revolutionary H4 Edge Solution Camera line combines high-definition imaging, self-learning video analytics, network video recorder functionality, and embedded Avigilon Control Centre...

PSA Security to host education track at ISC West 2016 and cybersecurity sessions at Connected Security Expo in Las Vegas

The PSA track at ISC West will cover best practices in systems integration, risk management, video analytics trends PSA Security Network®, the world’s largest electronic security cooperative, recently announced it will host an education track at ISC West 2016 and cybersecurity sessions at the Connected Security Expo @ ISC West in Las Vegas, NV. The PSA track at ISC West will feature a full day of training sessions on April 5, 2016 covering best practices in systems...

Avigilon Control Centre, 7K cameras secure Atanasio Girardot Stadium in Medellin, Colombia

Avigilon video surveillance systems are currently installed in many stadiums across the world Avigilon Corporation, a trusted provider of business intelligence and security solutions, announced that Medellin's Atanasio Girardot Stadium has become the first major stadium in Colombia to install Avigilon 7K (30MP) cameras as part of its security solution. Avigilon stadium security Avigilon 7K cameras and Avigilon Control Centre (ACC) video management software were selected as p...

Avigilon reports financial results for fourth quarter and year-end 2015

Avigilon plans to continue its successful strategy of delivering strong annual year-over-year revenue growth Avigilon Corporation, a trusted provider of business intelligence and security solutions, reported financial results for the three and twelve months ended December 31, 2015. All figures are in Canadian dollars unless otherwise stated. Fourth quarter 2015 financial highlights Record Revenue, Adjusted EBITDA, Adjusted Earnings, and Diluted Adjusted Earnings Per Share...

Avigilon high-definition surveillance system secures Prairie Meadows Racetrack Casino Hotel

Avigilon's solution has  improved the casino’s ability to respond to security events and resolve incidents Secure entertainment experience The challenge was to provide a safe entertainment experience for Prairie Meadows guests, protect high-value assets, and comply with state-mandated security requirements. Avigilon video solution Complete coverage of the casino with more than 200 Avigilon™ HD 1MP, 2MP, 3MP, 5MP, and 16MP cameras and 200 Avigilon Analogue V...

Avigilon to open new office in Somerville, Massachusetts

The Analytics and Data Science Centre of Excellence will enhance company's research and development efforts Avigilon Corporation, a trusted provider of business intelligence and security solutions, announced the opening of its new office in Assembly Row, located outside of Boston in Somerville, Massachusetts. Somerville Mayor, the Honourable Joseph Curtatone will attend a ribbon-cutting ceremony to officially open the new office at noon EST on February 12, 2016.Augmenting rese...

Raytec VARIO IP Illuminators integrated with Avigilon Control Center VMS

Raytec is delighted to announce that VARIO IP Network Illuminators are now fully integrated with the Avigilon Control Center (ACC) ™ Video Management System from Avigilon™. Improved security event response capabilities Through the use of the integration with the Avigilon Control Center from Avigilon™, VARIO IP illuminators can now operate in conjunction with Avigilon HD video security cameras and other network devices. This integration improves security event response capabil...

Avigilon HD surveillance system ensures student safety at American United School of Kuwait

Avigilon end-to-end solution secures the facility and ensures student safety The American University School of Kuwait (AUS) is a co-educational private school located in the free trade zone in the Middle East for elementary student’s pre-kindergarten to fifth grade. From its inception, the founders of AUS desired a unique facility to prepare students to engage in the dynamic challenges of the 21st century. To support their mission, the curriculum offers the latest educat...

Avigilon appoints Pradeep Khosla to Board of Directors

Pradeep Khosla previously served as the Dean of the College of Engineering at Carnegie Mellon Avigilon Corporation, a trusted provider of business intelligence and security solutions, announced the appointment of University of California, San Diego Chancellor Pradeep K. Khosla to its Board of Directors.Vast experienceChancellor Khosla is an internationally renowned researcher, author, and educator with more than 30 years' experience in the fields of engineering and computer sc...

Avigilon HD surveillance system provides remote monitoring for Águas do Mondego SA water supply services

The Avigilon HD solution has enabled Águas do Mondego SA to effectively manage multiple facilities Founded in 2004, Águas do Mondego SA was created with the goal of providing the best water supply and treatment services in Portugal. Today, the company has grown tremendously and is currently responsible for overseeing over 80 different sites in 13 municipalities across the country. Prior to deploying the Avigilon solution, Águas do Mondego SA used analogue...

Surveillance solutions must extend beyond security applications into business intelligence in 2016

2015 was positive for the security industry. In spite of economic volatility in many regions, the industry grew robustly throughout the year. Although a few countries went into recession, it did not negatively impact key players. We knew cameras with multiple sensors would do well; however, the rate at which these devices increased in availability was somewhat unexpected. The Avigilon HD Multisensor brings increased value because it uses multiple independently adjustable sensors for wide covera...

SourceSecurity.com’s 10 most click-worthy articles of 2015

Many of the most well-trafficked articles posted at SourceSecurity.com in 2015 were those that addressed timely and important issues in the security marketplace. In the world of digital publishing, it’s easy to know what content resonates with the market: Our readers tell us with their actions; i.e., where they click.   Let’s look back at the Top 10 articles we posted in 2015 that generated the most page views. They are listed in order here with the author’s...

AMAG releases Symmetry CompleteView v4.6 video management software

AMAG Technology is proud to announce the release of the latest version of Symmetry CompleteView Video Management System. The new 4.6 software release is a powerful, scalable video solution that offers some of the best, most user friendly features on the video market today. Symmetry CompleteView 4.6 is compatible with the Symmetry suite of products offering the latest in integrated solutions for access control, video and visitor management. Symmetry products give customers a comprehensive end-to-...

Avigilon purchases new global headquarters in Vancouver, Canada

The new 135,000 square foot office building is centrally located in downtown Vancouver Avigilon Corporation ("Avigilon"), trusted provider of business intelligence and security solutions, recently announced that it has successfully completed the acquisition of a nine-story, 135,000 square foot office building centrally located in downtown Vancouver, Canada. The building was financed through Avigilon's real estate term loan facility; additional details of the transaction were d...

Fluidmesh wireless solutions help upgrade existing analogue video surveillance system at Willow Lane Business Park in UK

The new installation employs Fluidmesh VOLO 2x2 MIMO-based wireless radios 3200 Base radios The Willow Lane Trading Estate in Surrey, England, a well-established centre of commerce and industry for many years, houses over 150 businesses and employs over 2,500 people. When they were required to upgrade their existing analogue video surveillance system, the Business Park chose the wireless solutions from Fluidmesh Networks to meet their needs. The consultant on the project, Gar...

Avigilon’s 7K camera potential applications explored by system integrator

7K cameras are best suited for large openspaces such as stadiums and city centres,capturing the finest details in their footage With several manufacturers now offering 4K CCTV cameras, Avigilon, based in Vancouver, British Columbia, raised the bar in April 2015 with the launch of their 7K HD Pro surveillance solution. The 30-megapixel camera is the latest addition to the company’s Professional Series, an innovative model Avigilon believes will drive competition in the se...

Avigilon offers campus security at University of Tennessee, US

The Avigilon solution helps law enforcement and security personnel manage situations by providing HD video in real time Avigilon, a leading global provider of end-to-end security solutions, recently announced that the University of Tennessee (UT) has deployed the Avigilon end-to-end solution to safeguard its students, employees and guests, as well as to enhance security across its campus. Real-time HD video One of the oldest public universities in the United States, UT is lo...

All-over-IP Expo 2015 to witness latest security technology and innovations

All-over-IP Expo brings together recognised global ICT and security brands to educate local sales partners and end-customers Meeting the right people and getting hands on with the newest technology are central to the All-over-IP Expo experience. With new exhibitors joining the show in Moscow in 2015, local sales partners and end-customers have even a better opportunity. Latest innovations to be showcased In 2015, the latest innovations in video surveillance, data storage, ne...

Improving video surveillance effectiveness with IP and analytics

The key driver to growth in the IP market is the effectiveness and efficiency of the technology Technological advances in video surveillance are allowing end users the flexibility to do more with their systems than previously imagined. 2014 saw several new technological trends that shaped the future of the security market, with 4K and cyber security being the main drivers. The drift continues this year too with end users demanding HD video surveillance and wide-spread...

AMAG introduces Symmetry CompleteView 4.5 VMS and PowerProtect NVRs

AMAG Technology announces the release of Symmetry CompleteView Video Management System version 4.5 and four new Symmetry PowerProtect NVRs. Earlier this year AMAG announced a deepened partnership with Salient Systems, Inc. where AMAG now offers Salient’s CompleteView VMS, PowerProtect NVRs and TouchView Mobile App video solutions as part of the Symmetry product line. This is the first software upgrade and NVR addition since the initial announcement in March. Symmetry CompleteView 4.5 &ld...

Avigilon appoints Ric Leong as CFO

Mr. Leong brings extensive senior management experience with fast-growing public companies to Avigilon  Avigilon Corporation (“Avigilon” or the “Company”), a leading global provider of end-to-end security solutions, recently announced that Ric Leong has been appointed as Chief Financial Officer (CFO) of Avigilon effective July 1, 2015. Mr. Leong will succeed Avigilon’s current CFO Wan Jung, who will continue to serve on the Company’s Bo...

System integration major theme at IFSEC 2015

When asking exhibitors at IFSEC International 2015 about what drives their markets, many cite system integration as a key factor. And they want more of it. Integration as business “driving force” For example, John Davies of TDSI says customers are now seeking out system integration. “They want a solution rather than components, such as linking access control with building management systems or with an organisation’s IT network to control access to its computers,”...

IHS Report: Brivo acquisition impact on ACaaS market

The access control as a service (ACaaS) market is estimated to top $200 million in the Americas by the end of 2015 The purchase of Brivo by Mr. Drako is yet another example of the deepening integration between access control and video. Although the entities will remain separate, the level of integration and offering will likely escalate. What makes this a unique case is that the owner of a cloud-based video provider is expanding into cloud-based access control. While we have s...

Avigilon HD Multisensor camera

The HD Multisensor provides the flexibility of having up to four cameras positioned at one location Avigilon Corporation, a leading global provider of end-to-end security solutions, recently introduced the HD Multisensor camera to its product portfolio. The HD Multisensor camera offers complete coverage of wide areas with the simultaneous ability to digitally zoom in on any movement that occurs within the field-of-view. The HD Multisensor provides the flexibility of having up...

Redvision’s RVX-IP30 available in 1080p and 720p resolution models

Redvision’s RVX-IP30™, the IP version of its successful X-SERIES™ rugged PTZ and dome camera range, is now available in 1080p (Full HD) and 720p (HD) resolution models. Both models have three, simultaneous, real-time video streams. The primary stream is for recording and is either 1080p or 720p, depending on model, with sub-streams of 720p, D1, VGA and QVGA for lower band-width recording, display and transmission. Video compression format options include H.264, MPEG4 or JPEG an...

IFSEC will reflect industry's rapid growth, says analyst/speaker

This year's IFSEC International show in London will provide a reflection of the physical security industry's rapid growth, especially in the video sector, says one industry observer who is also a speaker at the show, coming up 16-18 June. “If we look at the overall trend, it is no surprise to anyone that IP is driving the growth and the future of the security business,” says Jim McHale, managing director of research company Memoori, and a speaker at IFSEC. Secur...

Avigilon Control Center Edge Solution HD Recorder

Avigilon Corporation (“Avigilon”), a leading global provider of end-to-end security solutions, recently announced the addition of the Avigilon Control Center (ACC) Edge Solution (ES) High Definition (HD) Recorder to its innovative product portfolio. The ACC ES HD Recorder delivers complete support for HD cameras up to 7K (30 MP) resolution, full performance of the Avigilon Control Center (ACC) software and powerful remote access capabilities in a compact design. Ideal for centralise...

Avigilon’s Executive VP of Engineering Danny Kam resigns

Avigilon’s Chief Technology Officer and Senior VP, Dr. Mahesh Saptharishi will continue to lead the engineering team Avigilon Corporation (“Avigilon”), a leading global provider of end-to-end security solutions, recently announced that Danny Kam has resigned as its Executive Vice President of Engineering to pursue personal endeavours. Avigilon’s Chief Technology Officer and Senior Vice President, Dr. Mahesh Saptharishi, will continue to lead the enginee...

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