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Johnson Controls introduces the newest versions of its C•CURE 9000 security and event management platform from Software House to now include greater credential security and flexibility in smart card encoding by integrating with two new smart card technologies. Secure credential management New personnel and credential management functionalities for the Software House C•CURE 9000 v2.60 SP1 (standalone) and v2.61 (unified with victor from American Dynamics) adds support for NXP MIFARE D...

Johnson Controls introduces the next generation of Illustra Flex 3MP Mini-Dome, Bullet and Box cameras with features such as P-iris lenses and TrickleStor technology to provide optimal image quality and reliability, and the convenience and efficiency of bandwidth management of the camera using Illustra IntelliZip compression technology. Illustra IntelliZip technology Going beyond H.264 and H.265, the embedded Illustra IntelliZip technology monitors and then adjusts system streaming parameters,...

Johnson Controls introduces comprehensive and automated visitor management as a core component of the C•CURE 9000 security and event management platform with a new self-service Kiosk Application and optional stand offerings that connect through the C•CURE Portal. The new release provides auto-generation and assignment of temporary credentials for visitors, and customisable access control workflows for more efficient management of access credential requests. Visitor management for iOS...

Johnson Controls announces that PowerSeries Neo with PowerG technology from its DSC brand has received Wireless Commercial Burglary Underwriters Laboratories of Canada (ULC) certification, an industry first in Canada. For those already installing ULC-compliant products, PowerSeries Neo now becomes the leading commercial burglar alarm solution for customers seeking secure, robust and reliable wireless options. Guarding against digital attacks By receiving ULC-S304-16, the category for ULC Wire...

Johnson Controls’ newest version of its victor Unified Video Management Systems and VideoEdge Network Video Recorders from American Dynamics, provides a transformed, contemporary user interface and new detection and analytics features for increased visibility of the security environment. With victor/VideoEdge 5.0, the updated feature set includes licence plate-recognition, perimeter detection, edge-based SD-card failover redundancy and several other advanced surveillance features, deliveri...

LifeSafety Power continues to turn the power category upside down with never-before-seen analytics in product solutions, readying to unveil some of the most innovative changes to the industry during ASIS, September 25-28 in Dallas, Texas. New data analytics capabilities The company has been building on its line of networking solutions, introducing new data analytics capabilities for connected physical security devices with integrated software-driven intelligence that gives security integrators...

Johnson Controls introduces the iSTAR Ultra LT Door Controller from Software House, a special edition iSTAR Ultra door controller that provides a full IP architecture and enterprise level features for small to mid-sized access control deployments. Centralised access control decision processing iSTAR Ultra LT centralizes all access control decision processing and secures network communications while allowing end users to use existing infrastructure and Power over Ethernet capabilities to reduce...

Protecting power grids is essential to deliver electricity that serves millions of consumers. Transmission substations are a component of the power infrastructure that presents unique security challenges. These important facilities often sit out in the open, in remote locations, and were historically protected by little more than cameras or chain-link fences. Much of the current concern about securing electrical substations in the United States originated in response to a 2013 sniper attack, us...

Johnson Controls introduces the VideoEdge 1U Network Video Recorder from American Dynamics, the ideal camera management solution when simple, low-cost installations and scalable video storage capacity is a priority. The VideoEdge 1U NVR’s 16 embedded software configurable Power over Ethernet ports make it ideal for small to medium-sized businesses seeking a quick-to-install, cost-effective video recording option. VideoEdge 1U NVR The versatile VideoEdge 1U NVR supports as many as 32 IP c...

Johnson Controls introduced the latest version of exacqVision video management system (v8.6) which offers improved video searching and video bookmarking, as well as a host of enhancements that improve the user experience and overall system protection. Enhanced search results Due to this update, when exacqVision v8.6 is used as part of the Complete Security Solution from the Tyco Security Products brand portfolio, the system can leverage event information from intrusion and access control syst...

Johnson Controls announces that its American Dynamics victor Video Management Software now integrates with the Guardian Indoor Active Shooter Detection System from Shooter Detection Systems, providing users with an automated solution to react in real-time to shots fired in a facility. By reducing the margin of human error, the solution helps to eliminate costly false alerts while enhancing the overall security of any school, business, or public venue building. “We are excited to offer thi...

For many years, cybersecurity was the unmentioned elephant in the room. Possible vulnerability of IP-connected devices to a cyber-attack was seldom, if ever, mentioned, and even the most basic measures to prevent such an attack were not implemented. For the last couple of years, however, the physical security industry has begun talking more about cybersecurity, in some cases with an abounding enthusiasm typical of the newly-converted. Have our discussions sufficiently addressed the long-standing...

Hospitals and healthcare facilities are an important vertical sector in the physical security market. Protecting healthcare facilities is a rich opportunity to leverage the value of physical security systems that range from video to access control to newer location and asset protection systems. But understanding how technology can excel in the healthcare vertical requires that we first identify and understand what these institutions need. Therefore, we asked this week’s Expert Panel Roundt...

According to the FBI’s most recent data, there were almost eight million property crime offences in the United States in 2015, while the Occupational Health and Safety Administration (OSHA) estimates roughly two million employees per year are affected by some form of workplace violence. Don’t let your business become part of these statistics. June is National Safety Month, so it’s the perfect time to reassess your facility security measures and look for improved and effic...

Tyco Security Products, part of Johnson Controls, has recently signed on to 100% Talent: The Boston Women’s Compact, a first-in-the-nation, business community-driven effort to level the playing field for working women. By signing the 100% Talent Compact, Tyco Security Products has joined forces with the Boston Women’s Workforce Council, a public-private partnership between the City of Boston and Boston University, and close to 200 other Boston-area employers to close the gender wage...

The Holis HD Tribrid video recorders feature up to 12 TB of storage and 1080P real time-recording across all channels Tyco Security Products, part of Johnson Controls, introduces its HD Video Solution, a new value-based solution that provides superior video quality while leveraging analogue infrastructure. The cost-effective Holis HD Tribrid video recorders support SD analogue cameras, Illustra Essentials IP cameras and a brand-new line of HD cameras, allowing customers to ach...

iSTAR Ultra Video delivers integrated, small site security scaled for enterprise management Tyco Security Products, part of Johnson Controls, announced that its iSTAR Ultra Video solution from Software House was honoured with the Best New Product Award in the Access Control Software & Controllers category of the 2017 SIA New Product Showcase, awarded at ISC West in Las Vegas, Nevada. Sponsored by the Security Industry Association, the annual SIA NPS is one of the top accol...

Nigel Spinks will lead a committee that serves as the voice for manufacturers who are members of the association Tyco Security Products, part of Johnson Controls, announces that Nigel Spinks has been named Chairman of the Associate Members’ Liaison Committee for The Monitoring Association, formerly known as the Central Station Alarm Association (CSAA). Support for continuing education efforts Spinks, who is the Global Senior Director Communication Service Provider Sale...

Grinstead will be responsible for the organisation’s sales, marketing, product management, innovation, engineering and operations Johnson Controls has announced that David Grinstead has been named Vice President and General Manager, Global Security Products, a newly created position within Johnson Controls, to oversee all of the company’s security products operations. Technology leadership growth Grinstead leads Global Security Product’s operations, and wil...

The enhancement gives central stations the flexibility to monitor both IP and PSTN alarm signals to create the most powerful receiver solution to date Tyco Security Products, part of Johnson Controls, announced that Sur-Gard now supports PSTN line cards on the SG-System 5 receiver to give central stations the flexibility to monitor both IP and PSTN alarm signals to create the most powerful receiver solution to date. SG-System 5 IP and PSTN With this enhancement, SG-System 5...

iotega is an innovative security and lifestyle management platform which facilitates home automation enhancements and add-ons via software apps running on additional devices Tyco Security Products, part of Johnson Controls, announces the launch of iotega, its next generation wireless security and automation platform designed to provide safer, smarter living for homes and businesses. Security and lifestyle management platform iotega is an innovative security and lifestyle man...

AC2000 v8 includes data partitioning and offers enhancements for multi-site customers Tyco Security Products, part of Johnson Controls, announces the release of AC2000 v8, which offers new features that increase the performance, simplicity, and scope of the AC2000 access control system suite from CEM Systems. These include AC2000 Data Partitioning and enhancements to AC2000 Security Hub command and control application. CEM Systems has also released enhancements to the emerald...

exacqVision now supports HTTPS communication between the NVR and some of the industry’s leading cameras Tyco Security Products, part of Johnson Controls, introduces the latest release of the exacqVision VMS (8.4) which adds critical cybersecurity features demanded by IT departments while enhancing the user experience. exacqVision VMS 8.4 exacqVision now supports HTTPS communication between the NVR and some of the industry’s leading cameras, adding a new layer of...

C•CURE 9000 v2.60 offers advanced access control policy enforcement and customisation Tyco Security Products, part of Johnson Controls, introduces the newest version of its C•CURE 9000 security and event management platform that offers new functionalities for enhanced compliance controls and increased operational efficiency Advanced access control policy enforcement C•CURE 9000 v2.60 offers advanced access control policy enforcement and customisation, after-ho...

Tyco Security Products announces the release of the S700e intelligent IP Reader and companion S700 Exit Reader  Tyco Security Products, part of Johnson Controls, announces the release of the S700e intelligent IP Reader and the companion S700 Exit Reader from CEM Systems, extending the powerful reach of CEM Systems’ AC2000 access control and security management system. IP card reader and controller This next generation IP card reader and combined controller is the...

The new portal enables third-party technology providers to have a single online access point Tyco Security Products, part of Johnson Controls, announces the addition of a new partner portal for its Connected Partner Program to further simplify the third-party integration process with various Tyco Security Products brands. With a simple online application, enhanced access to the latest integration resources and ongoing support, the new portal enhances the partner expe...

The iSTAR Ultra Video solution combines access control and video surveillance functionality in a single appliance Tyco Security Products, part of Johnson Controls, introduced the iSTAR Ultra Video, a palm-sized solution that delivers integrated, small site security scaled for enterprise management and performance. Using C•CURE 9000 Security and Event Management software from Software House or American Dynamics’ victor Unified Client, iSTAR Ultra Video brings access...

PPVAR seeks to lead security into an era of technology that prioritises safety and collaboration with law enforcement The Partnership for Priority Verified Alarm Response (PPVAR) today announced that Tyco, a part of Johnson Controls, has joined the organisation as a full industry member. With the addition of Tyco, as well as ADT in September, and long-time industry member STANLEY Security, PPVAR now has the three largest companies in the electronic security sector as part of...

Software House approved the compatibility of the Zenitel AlphaCom solution through their Connected Partner Program Vingtor-Stentofon by Zenitel Group, a provider of critical communication solutions for the security industry, announced its newest integration with Software House C•CURE 9000 from Tyco Security Products, part of Johnson Controls. C•CURE 9000 Security and Event Management platform The enterprise communication server, AlphaCom, integrates with the C&bull...

The Illustra Flex 2MP PTZ is a highly versatile camera which meets the demands of a diverse range of customers Tyco Security Products, part of Johnson Controls, introduces two new IP cameras - a 2MP PTZ and 12MP super high-quality Fisheye camera - adding power and value to its growing Illustra IP camera portfolio. Effective video surveillance The new Illustra Flex 2MP PTZ benefits from having a 20x optical zoom with continuous auto-focus plus 10X digital zoom, providing effe...