Bosch Security Systems News

Bosch Security Systems appoints Andrew Pigram as Managing Director for the UK and Ireland

Andrew’s knowledge about access control, fire detection and integrated systems will be a valuable asset for Bosch Bosch Security Systems Ltd have announced the appointment of Andrew Pigram as the new Managing Director for the UK and Ireland. Andrew joins Bosch Security from AMG Systems Ltd where he spent the last couple of years as Sales & Marketing Director.Industry knowledge Fredrik Thor, Bosch Security Systems, Vice President of Sales for Nordics, Great Britain &...

Siklu milimetre wave technology supports Bradford City in UK Smart City Initiative

The new Siklu-enabled network connects Bosch's VMS to a mixture of 300 surveillance cameras  Siklu has been selected to provide the wireless part of a hybrid wireless connectivity network for Bradford City in the UK as part of an extensive smart city project to integrate multiple information and communication technologies city-wide. The project includes providing the wireless connectivity for more than 300 surveillance cameras and two-dozen traffic management devices. Lo...

IFSEC international to launch a Borders & Infrastructure area in 2017

IFSEC Borders & Infrastructure will be a dedicated event strategically placed within the main body of the IFSEC exhibition IFSEC International, organised by UBM EMEA, have today announced the introduction in 2017 of the new Borders & Infrastructure Exhibition area, directly focusing on large scale security challenges including border control, national infrastructure, transport and key strategic assets. Supported by the BSIA and LPCB, IFSEC Borders & Infrastructure...

OnSSI launches Ocularis 5.2 video management software with new features and capabilities

Ocularis 5.2 is available in Professional, Enterprise and Ultimate models OnSSI continues to build upon its Ocularis Video Management Software (VMS) platform with the release of Ocularis 5.2. This latest version of OnSSI’s industry leading VMS platform delivers improvements and tools for existing and new customers alike. New features and capabilities include increased support for today’s trending panoramic and 4K surveillance cameras, powerful migration tools for l...

Bosch MIC IP starlight 7000 HD video cameras ensure passengers well-being on Brazilian highways

Bosch ensures highest quality of relevant images in extreme low light, or scenes with fast moving objects Brazilian highway operator CCR AutoBAn (Concessionária do Sistema Anhanguera Bandeirantes S.A. – Autoban) counts on video surveillance from Bosch. In his Operational Control Centre more than 20 professionals monitor the highways being used by 850,000 vehicles per day. They are ready to support drivers in challenging traffic situations 24/7. In 17 years of mana...

A brief history of ONVIF: How the global industry standard has grown

ONVIF's 1.0 Core Specification debuted in 2008 at Security Essen The adoption of the ONVIF protocol by manufacturers continues to grow. Last year, the number of member companies in the ONVIF forum exceeded 500 and more than 5,000 products are currently certified on the ONVIF website. How did ONVIF achieve this amazing result and experience this wild adoption? More than a decade ago, every manufacturer was defining their own protocols and pushing for Video Management Software...

Recent Jakarta attacks and rising government security spending to boost Indonesia’s video surveillance market - 6Wresearch report

Indonesian government to deploy 6,000 security cameras in Jakarta which would spur the growth of the market Indonesia has remained one of the most promising markets for electronic security systems in Southeast Asian region. In overall Indonesian electronic security market, video surveillance systems have captured key share of the market pie. Rising security concerns, increasing government security spending, surging IT infrastructure and spending have led for the growth of vide...

2016 PSA Security Network Vendor Award and Customer Service Award Winners announced

JR Andrews accepted the Superstar award for Altronix from Bill Bozeman, President & CEO of PSA Security Network PSA Security Network, the world’s largest electronic security cooperative, has announced the 2016 PSA Security Network Vendor Award and Customer Service Award Winners. The Vendor Award winners were selected by PSA owner companies based on rankings for pricing, shipping, support, lead generation, returns and product performance. PSA’s custom...

Bosch Starlight IP camera series first to offer video analytics at edge as built-in standard

Escalating demand for highly detailed 24/7 video images produces colossal amounts of data, which needs extensive storage capacity as well as time-consuming monitoring and assessment. With this in mind, Bosch will be the first to offer video analytics at the edge as a standard, rather than an optional feature. It will require no additional investment or license fees from the customer. Bosch video analytics adds sense and structure to video data at the point of capture (at the edge), enabling user...

GJD to exhibit range of detectors and illuminators at ADI Madrid expo 2016

GJD to display D-TECT detectors, IP motion detectors and the Clarius Plus range of IR and White-Light LED illuminators GJD, a leading British manufacturer of professional security equipment, will exhibit at the ADI Madrid expo on Thursday 28th April 2016. The event will take place from 9am to 6pm at the Finca la Alqueria in Madrid. On stand number 15, GJD will display its full product range including wired and wireless external D-TECT detectors, innovative IP motion detectors...

Bosch, Genetec and SecureXperts jointly develop IP video solution with Credentialed High Assurance Video Encryption technology

Bosch Security Systems, Inc., Genetec Inc. “Genetec”, and SecureXperts have collaborated in the design and development of an IP video solution that is resilient against unauthorised access, malware, brute force cracking and other exploit techniques. It uses Credentialed High Assurance Video Encryption (CHAVE™) technology to provide highly secure identification and authentication through multi-factor smart card credentials. This makes it ideal for mission critical applications a...

SpotterRF to demonstrate UAVX system to detect and track unmanned aerial vehicle at ISC West 2016

Spotter CEO Logan Harris will speak on drone threats and advanced perimeter security issues at the event SpotterRF, the leader in low cost compact surveillance radar (CSR), recently announced milestones in addressing drone threats and protecting critical infrastructure. The company, in conjunction with Black Sage Technologies, is now shipping an exclusive UAVX system to detect and track unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) movement outside the perimeter. In addition, SpotterRF has te...

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...

PSA Security Network announces sponsors for its PSA TEC 2016 annual security conference in Westminster

Attendees will tap into industry trends including security robotics & cybersecurity as well as see what’s new from exhibitors PSA Security Network the world’s largest electronic security cooperative today announced the roster of sponsors for PSA TEC 2106 to be held in Westminster, CO on May 9-12, 2016. For 2016, TEC goes “Beyond the Edge,” offering educational programmes focused on industry trends and polishing attendees’ business acumen with...

Bosch IP starlight cameras with improved light sensitivity and video analytics at the edge

Bosch starlight cameras deliver the highest quality of relevant video surveillance, even in extremely low light conditions. From June, the starlight portfolio will be even further enhanced with improved light sensitivity, superb front and backlight compensation; higher frames rates as well as a wider choice of resolutions and form factors. Another compelling enrichment is that all Bosch IP 6000, 7000 and 8000 starlight cameras will feature Bosch video analytics at the edge as standard, instead o...

The rise of specialist distributors and smart strategies disrupting the traditional security distribution market

The established security distribution channel is being disrupted by a new trend towardsspecialist distributors – who offer more a more focused range of products andsupport services In the last 10 years a lot has changed within UK security distribution, but on the surface everything would appear to be the same. The top two distributors remain the same, despite creditors at one and talk of a looming sale at another. However, they’re operating with a slightly reduced...

Genetec Omnicast IP video surveillance secures public facilities of Community of Barrow in Alaska, US

Omnicast is managing over 110 cameras installed in various public facilities in the Community of Barrow Located above the Arctic Circle, the Community of Barrow is the northernmost city in the United States. About 1,300 miles (2,100 km) south of the North Pole on the Chukchi Sea Coast, the city is home to just over 4000 people. Barrow is also the hub for the North Slope Borough's seven arctic coastal villages, where another 5000 people reside. Even as a small city, the commun...

Understanding starlight camera technology and low-light applications in the security industry

Starlight camera technology is redefining low-light surveillance to new levels Starlight cameras are the latest products security companies are adding to their product line-ups, each camera boasting the most comprehensive ability to make darkness visible. While low-light surveillance capabilities have been around on the market for some time, starlight camera technology is redefining low-light surveillance to new levels. Sourcesecurity.com spoke to manufacturers to discuss this...

Feenics to display Keep cloud-hosted access control and security management system at ISC West 2016

Keep monitors live, real-time events and pushes alarm or manual notifications out via email Feenics will display its award-winning Keep™ by Feenics cloud-hosted access control and security management system, now in its most powerful 15.3 software version, at ISC West in Las Vegas at booth 29093. The latest iteration has faster, real-time alarm management, increased functionality and enhanced scalability in the industry leading hosted security management solution. Monito...

Bosch partners with No-IP managed DNS service provider for reliable remote access to DIVAR AN 3000 and 5000 digital recorders

Bosch now offers its customers free Dynamic DNS service, which allows access to network-connected devices without costly static IP addresses Bosch Security Systems, Inc. has partnered with No-IP, a managed Domain Name System (DNS) service provider, to make it easier for customers to have consistent and reliable remote access to the DIVAR AN 3000 and 5000 family of digital recorders. Through the partnership, Bosch now offers its customers free Dynamic DNS service, which allows...

Tri-Ed wraps up 2015 stadium tour with final stop in Denver, Colorado

Tri-Ed customers enjoy a night out at the ballgame following technical trainings and product Demos Tri-Ed Distribution's 2015 Stadium Tour wrapped up its cross country journey with a final stop in Denver, Colorado. These customer appreciation and training events attracted hundreds of dealers and integrators in Dallas, Los Angeles, Chicago, Philadelphia, Seattle and Denver. Training and networking opportunities The Tours included technical trainings across every product categ...

Genetec’s latest Security Center v5.4 VMS, new Regional Sales Managers to be present at Intersec 2016

Genetec will also demonstrate Synergis access control, AutoVu ANPR, Network Appliances along with hybrid cloud services and storage At INTERSEC Expo (Stand S1–J38, Dubai World Trade Center, January 17th-19th 2016), Genetec™, a manufacturer of unified IP security solutions will present the latest version of Security Center (version 5.4), its flagship open-platform IP security system that seamlessly combines video management systems (VMS), access control and automate...

Bosch Security Systems certifies digital recording solution with AMAG Symmetry v80.1 access control systems

AMAG Technology certified partner, Bosch Security Systems, certified its digital recording solutions with Symmetry™ v8.0.1 access control system. AMAG Technology is an integrated security provider of access control, video management and visitor management solutions. Symmetry products give customers a comprehensive end-to-end software platform so users can manage all their security needs while reducing risk and meeting industry compliance.  AMAG Technology and Bosch cooperatively teste...

US and German security exhibitors to take centre stage at Intersec 2016

The global gathering at the three-day event is as impressive as ever, reinforced by 14 country pavilions The global significance of the Middle East’s security and safety market has been underlined by top German and US companies leading a large turnout of international exhibitors at Intersec 2016 next month. The 18th edition of Intersec, the world’s leading trade show for security, safety, and fire protection, will feature more than 1,200 exhibitors from 54 countri...

Bosch fire alarm system secures Etisalat headquarters in UAE

The centralised Bosch Building Integration System is used to coordinate, operate, and monitor all of the alarm system components Bosch Security Systems has just installed a state-of-the-art fire alarm system at the headquarters of Etisalat, the leading provider of telecommunications services in the United Arab Emirates. Etisalat supplies the UAE’s 4.2 million inhabitants with 4 million mobile connections, and has one of the highest saturation rates in the mobile sector w...

Milestone XProtect Enterprise VMS improves situational awareness at Port Fourchon, Louisiana

Alerts from the video analytics system are fed through XProtect, and into the Port’s C4 platform Port Fourchon plays a strategic role in supplying the United States with nearly 18 percent of its oil supply, servicing over 90 percent of the Gulf of Mexico’s deepwater exploration and production. Securing such an essential portion of the Gulf Coast requires a hands-on team of security professionals to watch for unauthorised activities and enhance the safety of workers...

SourceSecurity.com 2015 Review and 2016 Forecast

2015 has been an eventful year for the physical security industry. As 2016 looms, the pace of industry change shows no sign of decreasing.   Seeking insights into the state of the physical security market at year-end, SourceSecurity.com this month is publishing dozens of 2015 Review and 2016 Forecast articles submitted by manufacturers, integrators and other industry leaders. Taken together, the articles portray a mostly optimistic view of the industry’s present, and an...

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-...

2016 promises more widespread video analytics and easier installation for the security industry

As 2015 comes to a close, it’s a good time to look back at how our industry has changed this year and what we can expect for 2016. Specifically in the area of video surveillance, the trend toward higher resolutions continued this year. Whereas a few years ago, 720p was the most popular resolution for HD cameras, 1080p has now become the standard choice, and even higher resolutions, such as 4K ultra HD cameras, are seeing increased sales. Integrators are also using a broader mix of cameras...

Intersec 2016: Middle East aviation security to be key point of interest

Global providers will showcase latest aviation and airport security solutions at the event With the Middle East, and in particular the GCC, emerging as major international air travel hub, aviation security will be a key point of interest at Intersec 2016, the world’s leading trade fair for security, safety, and fire protection. Rise in airport security market investments Investment in the airport security market continues to rise; a March 2015 report titled ‘Glob...

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