Hanwha Vision Europe (formerly Hanwha Techwin Europe) News

Samsung Techwin welcomes Kirsty Elkin as its IT Channel Manager for UK & Ireland

Kirsty will be responsible for identifying new sales opportunities for Samsung’s range of IP solutions Kirsty Elkin has joined the professional security division of Samsung Techwin Europe Ltd as IT Channel Manager for UK & Ireland. Kirsty, who was previously Distribution Channel Account Manager for D-Link (Europe) Ltd, will be responsible for developing relationships with key market influencers operating within the IT channel in order to identify new sales opportuni...

Milestone’s MIPS partner conference attracts top video surveillance professionals

Security equipment manufacturers and integrated solution partners gathered at the MIPS partner conference Milestone Systems, the open platform company in IP video management software (VMS), has just held its ninth annual MIPS partner conference in the Americas, on its 16th birthday. The Gaylord Palms Resort and Convention Centre in Orlando, Florida, was the location for this year’s meeting of 350 video surveillance professionals. Security equipment manufacturers, dis...

Genetec unveils its Security Center (5.2 SR4) for integration with over 80 new video devices from 13 technology partners

Genetec, a global provider of unified IP security solutions, announced that the latest service release of Security Center (5.2 SR4) provides integration with over 80 new video devices from 13 technology partners, including many new models from Arecont, Axis Communications, Samsung, Sony and Vivotek. The release follows the launch of new Security Center plugins for partner solutions including Software House C-CURE 9000 access control, Barco CMS video wall, Southwest MicroPoint perimeter detectio...

Genetec expands Security Center (5.2 SR4) integration with over 80 new video devices

Genetec™, a leading provider of unified IP security solutions, announced today that the latest service release of Security Center (5.2 SR4) provides integration with over 80 new video devices from 13 technology partners, including many new models from Arecont, Axis Communications, Samsung, Sony and Vivotek. The release follows the launch of new Security Center plugins for partner solutions including Software House C•CURE 9000 access control, Barco CMS video wall, Southwest MicroPoint...

Samsung Techwin collaborates with Enzo Hruby Foundation to upgrade security systems at Milan Cathedral in Italy

Samsung Techwin cameras with full HD resolution were used to guarantee a system with the highest image quality For more than six centuries, Milan Cathedral has been celebrated the whole world over as one of the finest examples of unique sculpture and architectural masterpieces, and as the very symbol of the city of Milan. A security incident in July 2013 emphasised the need to update security at the monument and the Enzo Hruby Foundation, a leader in Italy and Europe in terms...

Exacq Technologies unveils version 5.10 of exacqVision VMS software

Exacq Technologies, part of the Security Products business unit of Tyco, a leading manufacturer of video management system (VMS) software and servers used for video surveillance, has released version 5.10 of its exacqVision VMS software for use with the company’s network video surveillance systems. The latest version introduces support for exacqVision ESM, expanded two-way audio functionality, new and updated IP camera integrations and more. Version 5.10 adds support for the new exacqVisi...

Samsung Techwin’s professional security division introduces Advanced Replacement service

Samsung Techwin’s Advanced Replacement service commits to provide customers with post-sales support The introduction by the professional security division of Samsung Techwin of an Advanced Replacement service underscores a commitment to provide customers with the highest possible levels of post-sales support. “Our video surveillance products have proven to be highly reliable but we know that when there is a problem how frustrating it can be for installers and user...

Samsung Techwin appoints Mr Jong Wan Lim as Managing Director for its professional security division

Mr Jong Wan Lim has worked for Samsung for 26 years as a Project director in new business and head of overseas countries Prior to his appointment, Mr Jong Wan Lim has worked for the Samsung Group for 26 years as a Project director in new business and head of overseas countries. Mr Jong Wan Lim also led the Samsung Techwin DACH, CIS and East European team. “2014 will be a very exciting year for Samsung Techwin in Europe, Russia and CIS and I am very pleased to have t...

Exacq Technologies releases 5.10 version of its exacqVision VMS Software

Exacq Technologies, part of the Security Products business unit of Tyco, a leading manufacturer of video management system (VMS) software and servers used for video surveillance, has released version 5.10 of its exacqVision VMS software for use with the company’s network video surveillance systems. The latest version introduces support for exacqVision ESM, expanded two-way audio functionality, new and updated IP camera integrations and more. Version 5.10 adds support for the new exacqVisi...

Samsung introduces an online updater tool for its consultants, installers and system integrators

The Online Updater ensures that customers and third party influencers will always have access to the most up to date versions of a wide range of product tools to assist with system design and product comparison and selection, as well as system set-up, administration and management tools. “The free of charge product tools can help save precious time and costs when an installation company is designing, installing or commissioning a new video surveillance system or is looking to upgrade an e...

Samsung Techwin SRD-1673D DVR provides security surveillance at Northern Rail stations

Northern Rail plays a vital role in the north of England by servicing a population of nearly 15 million people. With 4,900 employees and offering approximately 2500 local and regional train services every weekday, Northern Rail is the largest train operator in the UK. The company’s ability to maintain a safe environment for its customers and staff is undoubtedly of the highest priority. CCTV has for many years been utilised in support of ensuring that there is strict adherence to health an...

Intersec 2014 to break previous records in participation and attendance

Intersec 2014 will focus on areas including Commercial Security & Information Security, Safety & Health, and Fire & Rescue Safety, fire protection and security remain high on the priority lists of governments and corporate companies worldwide given the current uncertain scenario in many parts of the world. The Middle East region, replete with its crucial reserves of oil and natural gas, and boasting some of the fastest growing economies within its ranks, is bei...

Samsung expands 960H 700 TV lines camera series with a list of innovative features

Samsung Techwin has packed its new 960H camera series with an impressive list of innovative features to enable high resolution 700 TV lines colour images to be captured in low light conditions. One of the most interesting features from an installer’s perspective however is likely to be Simple Focus as it can help reduce installation costs by minimising the time it takes to commission the cameras. The two domes and box camera in the new 960H series are equipped with Samsung Techwin’s...

CPSE 2013 provides global security manufacturers a platform to display their innovations

Representatives and delegations from the world’s leading security enterprises visited CPSE 2013 At CPSE, major Chinese and global security products manufacturers, including Panasonic, Huawei, Bosch, Honeywell, Samsung, Sanyo, Sony and Siemens presented their innovations, find reliable partners and achieve critical goals. The newest products from around the world will be on display, running the entire gauntlet from video surveillance, access control, anti-intrusion and al...

Samsung Techwin releases SNF-7010 360-degree 3 megapixel HD camera

Samsung Techwin has further strengthened its product range with the addition of a 360-degree high definition camera. The SNF-7010 360-degree 3 megapixel camera provides users with the option of selecting from a number of display options including 360-degree fisheye, single and double panorama, quad, rectangle or user selectable region. “360-degree cameras are increasingly being specified for projects where there is a requirement to monitor activity 24/7 in environments such as banks, off...

Samsung Techwin launches version 2.3 of its iPOLiS MOBILE app

An enhanced version of the Samsung iPOLiS MOBILE app for use on iPhone and Android smartphones has been launched. New features have been included in iPOLiS mobile version 2.3 to provide improved access to Samsung cameras and DVRs. Version 2.3 of the free app, which can be downloaded from iTunes and the Android market, allows users to remotely control the pan, tilt and zoom functions of many of Samsung network cameras via an easy-to-use interface and is also compatible with the Samsung SRD serie...

ZeitControl contributes its BasicCard RFID to German National Transportation Agency’s project

ZeitControl together with Samsung Electronics developed a flexible and fast running BasicCard applet ZeitControl cardsystems GmbH a developer of smart card operation systems (OS), is contributing the BasicCard RFID to a project run by the “German National Transportation Agency (VDV)” – which will distribute over 8 million e-tickets in the next 4 years. The e-ticket is a contactless payment system for the local public transport. ZeitControl, as OS provider, t...

Samsung DVRs excel at JD Sports Fashion Group

JD Sports Fashion Group currently has over 450 stores throughout the UK. The majority of the stores are operated as JD Sports outlets although the company also trades under the Banks, Scotts and Size fashion brands. "We carried out extensive research and tested a wide range of CCTV equipment before deciding which manufacturer to commit to," said Tim Edwards, Group Loss Control Director. "It was clear that the Samsung SVR-1645 stood head and shoulders above any other DVR that we tested." Tim wa...

Samsung Techwin launches WiseNetIII 2MP Full HD network dome cameras

Samsung Techwin’s new WiseNetIII 2MP Full HD network vandal-resistant dome camera, the SNV-6084, is designed to work effectively in severe weather conditions as well as being resistant to physical attack. The SNV-6084, which is IK10 vandal resistant and weatherproof to IP66, can withstand high temperature variations of -50°C to +55°C, making it an ideal video surveillance solution in even the most challenging environmental conditions. The low price point of the SNV-6084 makes it i...

Tavcom completes upgrade of CCTV training facilities at its Bishops Waltham training centre

The facilities reflect Tavcom’s determination to maintain its position a leading security training provider Tavcom has completed a major upgrade of the CCTV training facilities at its Bishops Waltham training centre. From September 2013, students attending one of Tavcom’s wide range of BTEC certificated CCTV courses will be able to take advantage of unrivalled ‘hands-on’ facilities which provide an immediate opportunity for students to put theory into...

Samsung Techwin solution installed by Link CCTV at the University of London Halls of Residence

Samsung Techwin’s SRD-1670DC records in real time high quality 4CIF images across all of its 16 channels Samsung Techwin DVRs are at the heart of new CCTV systems installed by Link CCTV Systems at eight University of London Halls of Residence buildings. The University of London is one of the oldest, largest and most diverse universities in the UK. Established by Royal Charter in 1836, the University is recognised globally as a world leader in Higher Education. It consis...

Samsung strengthens WISENET camera range with launch of fixed lens IR dome camera

Samsung Techwin has further strengthened its WiseNetIII 2MP Full HD (1080P) network camera range with the addition of a competitively priced fixed lens IR dome camera. The low price point of the SND-6011R makes it ideal for video surveillance projects, such as schools, hospitals, offices and retail stores where budgets may be restricted and yet there is a need to capture evidence grade images from a large number of cameras. The SND-6011R joins nine other camera models that incorporate the Wise...

Securitec and Samsung Techwin Video over IP solution secures APC Overnight’s new hub in Cannock

A total of 124 Samsung cameras have been installed to ensure there were no blind spots both within the distribution centre Securitec Systems Ltd has partnered with the professional security division of Samsung Techwin to provide a multipurpose Video over IP solution for APC Overnight’s new hub in Cannock. There was a time not that long ago when the only reason for a distribution centre to invest in CCTV was to deter and detect theft. The quality of the images captur...

Samsung Techwin offers SNV-6012M full HD network mobile flat dome camera

The latest addition to Samsung Techwin’s WiseNetIII 2MP Full HD (1080P) network range is a vandal-resistant camera which has been designed to meet the challenging conditions on-board trains, buses and other modes of public transport. The SNV-6012M mobile flat camera, which complies with the EN50155 standard, is able to operate reliably when subject to the rigorous conditions and extreme vibrations which can occur on-board and it also meets the EN50121 standard which covers electromagnetic...

Samsung Techwin introduces SNP-6200RH Full HD IR network dome camera

Samsung Techwin’s new SNP-6200RH Full HD 20x optical zoom IR network dome camera is intended to provide a cost-effective video surveillance solution for challenging environments such as airports, ports and other transport facilities, as well as car parks, open spaces, retail and industrial estates. The SNP-6200RH PTZ network dome camera is able to capture superb quality Full HD (1920x 1080). Its built-in IR LEDS can illuminate objects at a distance of up to 100m by focusing the beam as th...

Samsung Techwin SNP-6200 network dome camera wins CCTV Product of the Year at PSI Premier Awards 2013

The ONVIF compliant SNP-6200 2 megapixel Full HD 20x PTZ network dome utilises Progressive Scan technology Samsung Techwin’s SNP-6200 Full HD 20x PTZ network dome camera has been voted 2013 CCTV Product of the Year by the readers of PSI (Professional Security Installer) Magazine. The prestigious award was announced at the PSI Premier Awards dinner which was attended by over 150 representatives from the security industry at Brocket Hall, Welwyn on 23rd July 2013. The awa...

Gunnebo Security Group acquires ATG Entrance Corporation

Through the acquisition, Gunnebo will strengthen its hold in the South Korean market Gunnebo Security Group has signed an agreement with the owner of ATG Entrance Corporation, distributor of Gunnebo turnstile product range into the South Korean market, to acquire all shares in the company. ATG Entrance Corporation has an annual turnover of some 4 MEUR and 13 employees in its sales office in Seoul. The company has a solid customer base with leading South Korean corporations as...

Samsung IP network based video surveillance system secures Childcare centre in Surrey

Gingerbread Corner, which is located in Croydon, Surrey, was England’s first latchkey scheme. It was established in 1976 with the objective of providing quality childcare for single parents of children aged between 5-11 after school and during school holidays. 37 years later, Gingerbread Corner has evolved and grown. It now provides year-round child-care for more than 160 children between the ages of 3 months and 11 years. An existing outdated analogue CCTV system needed to be replaced. A...

Samsung Techwin announces technology partnership with IProNet Sistemas for VSaaS collaboration

VSaaS is a video management system that works via the Cloud The professional security division of Samsung Techwin and IProNet Sistemas have announced that they have formed a technology partnership which will see the two companies collaborating in the development of an integrated solution, employing Video Surveillance as a Service (VSaaS). VSaaS is a video management system that works via the Cloud without the need of locally installed hardware or software. Camera installation...

Samsung introduces firmware upgrade for its IP Network cameras, domes and encoders

Samsung Techwin has introduced a firmware upgrade that has dramatically reduced the bandwidth and video storage requirements of the company’s IP network cameras, domes and encoders. “The Samsung Techwin software engineering team has devised some very clever improvements to our version of the H.264 method of compressing images and as a result, a much lower bit rate is required to transmit the high quality images captured by our HD megapixel cameras,” said Tim Biddulph, IP Produ...