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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...

The Quick Guides feature easy-to-use tutorials on how to prevent burglary, employee crime, workplace violence The U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation, in partnership with Johnson Controls, released the Safety and Security Quick Guides, an online platform to educate communities, business owners, and chambers of commerce on steps they can take to ensure a safe, crime-free work environment. Incident management “We understand that the success of a business depends on...

2MP PTZ offers 20x optical zoom plus 10x digital zoom, while 12MP Fisheye camera offers 360° or 180° panoramic video Tyco Security Products, part of Johnson Controls, introduces two new IP cameras - a 2MP PTZ and 12MP Fisheye camera - adding power and value to its growing Illustra IP camera portfolio.  The Illustra Flex 2MP PTZ has 20x optical zoom with continuous auto-focus plus 10X digital zoom, which provides very effective video surveillance over long distanc...

Again in 2016, the most well-trafficked articles posted at SourceSecurity.com tended to be 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 2016 that generated the most page views. They are listed in order here with the author&r...

Merger and acquisition activity has become a familiar topic in the physical security market. In 2016, SourceSecurity.com covered M&A news involving some of the industry’s largest companies, including high-profile names such as Tyco, Honeywell, Hikvision, ADT, and Ingram Micro. Here’s a look at the top 10 M&A stories in 2016, as covered by SourceSecurity.com:   1. Johnson Control and Tyco merge Johnson Controls and Tyco announced their merger into one comp...

2016 was a year of fast-paced changes in the market for video surveillance, especially for higher-resolution and panoramic cameras. We spoke with Scott Schafer, Arecont Vision’s Executive Vice President, for his thoughts on 2016 and the year ahead.   SourceSecurity.com: Did your predictions for 2016 match up with what you thought back at the end of 2015? How has the intervening year changed the thoughts? Scott Schafer: Looking back on our predictions for industry trends...

Boon Edam supplies fully-automated, fast Speedlane 300 turnstiles for all office buildings in Lima, Peru Boon Edam, a global leader in security entrances and architectural revolving doors, announced that the real estate company Urbanova has standardised on Boon Edam turnstiles for all its Lima, Peru buildings. The real estate firm’s objective was to have an access control system that eases the control function for building guards with simple, robust equipment and a desi...

GlobalPartnerEdge will provide go-to-market support, tools, financial incentives & training resources Tyco Retail Solutions, part of Johnson Controls today announced its first globally managed channel partner programme with nearly 200 distributors/resellers, Value Added Resellers, OEMs, Value Added Distributors, and Alliances. Accelerated solution delivery Tyco Retail Solutions’ increased focus and investment in the indirect channel is intended to help accelerate d...

The partnership will help secure buildings from cyber threats In an effort to improve cyber-threat information sharing and analysis, Johnson Controls, a global provider in energy efficiency, integrated solutions and building controls, announces a Cooperative Research and Development Agreement (CRADA) with the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS), Office of Cybersecurity and Communications. The agreement will help secure our nation’s critical infrastructure from tho...

The ASIS show has not traditionally been a big forum for new product introductions -- those happen mostly at ISC West in the spring. Even so, there is plenty of technology to see at this year's show, and many exhibitors now say the products they were talking about last spring are now ready to ship. On Day Two of the show, it seems a lot of the attendees are ready, too. Video camera technology The technologies of video cameras march on, and Hanwha Techwin America has embraced the new H.265 cod...

The new company is uniquely positioned as a leader in products, technologies and integrated solutions With a vision to create a safe, comfortable and sustainable world, a newly formed Johnson Controls begins operations following the successful completion of its merger with Tyco, marking a historic turning point for both companies.  By uniting Johnson Controls, provider of building efficiency solutions with Tyco, provider of fire and security solutions, the new company i...

JCI chose VessRAID because of the large storage capacity it offered and the incredible flexibility it provided Johnson Controls Inc. (JCI) is one of the largest building automation companies in the world focused on system integrations for big buildings, including creating safe and secure environments through high-performance video surveillance solutions. JCI works with the world’s premier manufacturers, including PROMISE Technology, to provide their customers with the hi...

Johnson Controls and Tyco will function independently up till the close of merger around Oct. 1, 2016 Johnson Controls and Tyco International has announced the senior executive team that will lead the combined company following the close of their planned merger, which is expected on or around Oct. 1, 2016.  New roles As previously announced, at the effective time of the merger, Johnson Controls Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Alex Molinaroli will be appointed to th...

In a year of mega-deals impacting the security marketplace, one of the big news stories recently was a deal that did not happen – between giants Honeywell and United Technologies (UTC). Financial news pages have been full of the back-and-forth between these two companies. It seems Honeywell wanted to merge with UTC, but UTC declined because of “insurmountable regulatory obstacles and strong customer opposition.” So the deal is off, at least for now. Impact on the security mark...

The P2000 from Johnson Controls, already known for integrating video surveillance, fire alarms and building management systems, now offers more options to better protect people, property and assets. Enhanced features include web-based alarm management, geo-location mapping, enhanced video technology, and mobile compatibility to Google® Android® devices that will help security personnel and building owners better assess threats and respond appropriately. Web-based situational awareness a...

The combined company will be known as Johnson Controls plc and it forecasts revenues of $32 billion in 2016 Johnson Controls and Tyco International announced this week plans to merge, with the deal expected to close at the end of 2016. The deal is still subject to approvals by regulators and shareholders. The combined company will be known as Johnson Controls plc and it forecasts revenues of $32 billion in 2016. Johnson Controls is a large industrial company with 130,000 empl...

As industry consolidation continues, we can expect a number of mergers and acquisitions (M&As) in the next several months, but the first M&A story of 2016 is a whopper. This week, Johnson Controls and Tyco have announced their merger into one company with annual revenue of $32 billion. The new Johnson Controls will be almost a direct reflection of one of the industry’s biggest trends – the move toward technology convergence and smart buildings. Johnson Controls has previousl...

Johnson Controls and Tyco announced that they have entered into a definitive merger agreement under which Johnson Controls, a global multi-industrial company, will combine with Tyco, a global fire and security provider, to create the leader in building products and technology, integrated solutions and energy storage. Under the terms of the agreement, which has been unanimously approved by both companies' Boards of Directors, Johnson Controls shareholders will own approximately 56 percent o...

Stratus Technologies is a provider of “always-on” technology, which helps to ensurethe running of mission-critical access control and video surveillance applications Building security – especially high-security installations – requires technology that is reliable and minimises downtime. In some physical security installations, access control and video surveillance solutions are required to function uninterruptedly to ensure business continuity and maint...

HID Global’s sustainability initiatives focus on minimising the company’s carbon footprint, reducing operating costs HID Global®, a worldwide leader in secure identity solutions, recently announced it has been recognised for its efforts in sustainability and environmental responsibility by both customer Johnson Controls and the Austin Chamber of Commerce. Awards extend the growing list of accolades the company has received on behalf of its demonstrable commitme...

JCSS, which will now be known as Versar Security Systems, is headquartered in Gaithersburg Versar, Inc. announced recently that it has completed the acquisition of Johnson Controls' specialised federal security integration business, formerly known as Johnson Controls Security Systems (JCSS).  JCSS is a security systems integrator serving Federal clients by designing, installing and supporting complex physical security, network security, and facilities management systems....

Latest Aperio wireless cylinders, PINpad escutcheon & L100 have been integrated into Johnson Controls P2000 access control system Global diversified technology and industrial leader, Johnson Controls has partnered with Access Control, a division of ASSA ABLOY UK, to enhance its P2000 security management platform. Access Control’s latest Aperio® wireless cylinders, PINpad escutcheon and L100 – the world’s first complete wireless security lock, have al...

The Milestone conference saw close to 500 attendees and 50 exhibiting companies Milestone Systems, the open platform company in IP video management software (VMS), held its 10th annual MIPS partner conference in Las Vegas, Nevada, last week. It was their largest-ever gathering with close to 500 attendees and 50 exhibiting companies in the Technology Showcase that demonstrated integrated solutions for enhancing safety and optimising business. CEO Lars Thinggaard and CSMO Kenne...

The P2000 VMS helps to navigate between various management systems BCDVideo has announced the certification of Johnson Controls’ newly released P2000 Video Management System (P2000 VMS) on their Nova Series line of enterprise-class storage solutions. This new VMS offers a single, open interface to intuitively navigate between video management, video analytics, system integration, and alarm management. Standard, Professional, and Enterprise editions of the software are cu...

AMAG’s Symmetry access control system will integrate with Genetec’s video management system Hudson Yards, the largest private real estate development in the history of the United States, has announced its selected AMAG Technology part of G4S the world’s leading security solutions provider to secure Hudson Yards in New York City.  10 Hudson Yards, the first office tower under construction will be secured by Symmetry™ Enterprise v7.0.1 Access Control...

Sony cameras offer a perfect recording and monitoring solution for high quality image analysis and detection Mineirão Stadium, officially known as The Estádio Governador Magalhães Pinto, has been redeveloped into a 64,000 seat multi-event arena with intelligent security systems and sustainable power consumption. Background 48 years ago, on 5 September 1965, the Estádio Governador Magalhães Pinto was inaugurated with a match between Sele&cce...

The Sony SNC-DH180 was used for the fixed camera requirements and protects against vandalism Background 48 years ago, on 5 September 1965, the Estádio Governador Magalhaes Pinto was inaugurated with a match between Seleçao Mineira and River Plate. Since then, the stadium, popularly known as Mineirao, has undergone several refurbishments and been listed by the Cultural Heritage Advisory Committee of the Belo Horizonte municipality. Now, in preparation to host ma...