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Pelco VideoXpert VMS integrates with Agent Vi’s SavVi video analytics platform

The integration allows the full range of savVi’s capabilities on every camera connected to the surveillance system Pelco by Schneider Electric, a leading manufacturer and provider of video surveillance systems, and Agent Video Intelligence (Agent Vi), the leading global provider of open architecture video analytics software, announce the integration of the Pelco VideoXpert™ video management platform with savVi™, Agent Vi’s video analytics platform. Vid...

ISC West 2015: Mission 500 announces Humanitarian and CSR awards

The presentation will be at 5:00pm at the Security 5K reception area in the concourse adjacent to the Expo hall Mission 500, a charitable organisation that engages security professionals to sponsor needy children through the World Vision organisation, has announced the winners of its annual Humanitarian and Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) awards.   The CSR and Humanitarian award will be presented on April 16, 2015 at ISC West. The presentation will be at 5:00p...

Agent Vi launches BI portal at ISC West 2015

Agent Vi will be presenting its comprehensive video analytics solutions, including BI Portal at ISC West Agent Video Intelligence (Agent Vi), the leading global provider of open architecture video analytics software, announces the launch of "BI Portal", a cloud-based video analytics service which allows aggregation, analysis and presentation of data acquired from surveillance systems at different locations through a single, web-based interface. BI Portal is a cloud-based serv...

Pelco introduces MultiSight video service for retailers, convenience stores, restaurants & other businesses

Pelco by Schneider Electric introduced the MultiSight video service for the Pelco channel. According to company officials, the service is designed for retailers, convenience stores, restaurants and other businesses with many locations. The MultiSight video service allows managers to stay on top of what’s happening in their stores — no matter where they are. MultiSight Video Service: Provides HD video access that’s as easy as playing a YouTube video Fits companies of all si...

Pelco’s video surveillance system plays a large role securing the Panamanian prisons

Due to aging facilities and high inmate populations at the original La Joya and La Joyita prisons, Panamanian Government officials opened a tender for the construction of a new and larger penitentiary in Pacora, Panama. The bid was awarded to the consortium UM Panamá, S.A., which in turn subcontracted the services of AMV International Development, S.A. With the idea of safety and security of the inmates, employees, and visitors as the main objective, AMV International Development, S.A. co...

Milestone Systems holds 10th annual MIPS partner conference in Las Vegas, Nevada

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...

1,500+ Pelco IP cameras installed at international Spanish Bank, with IP VMS for full surveillance

Challenge A large international bank in Spain needed to upgrade their video surveillance system and put in place a path for future expansion. A high-quality, highly reliable system was required for covering a number of distributed buildings and facilities located around the country, including high-traffic retail and customer areas, training facilities, and the bank headquarters. Additionally, security managers needed to deploy an aggregated system with the ability to view and control the syste...

Pelco provides security solution at UK-based financial institution

Issue A UK-based financial institution, with 12 office buildings and more than 600 branches, sought a low cost, reliable analogue solution that can easily migrate to an all-IP-based system. Solution A solution consisting of Pelco Camclosure Integrated Camera systems, recently introduced FD Series fixed, bullet and dome cameras, with the hybrid recording capabilities of the Digital Sentry DSSRV NVR with ENC5416 encoders provided the necessary security footprint. Result The image quality of t...

Pelco by Schneider Electric releases Spectra professional range of high speed PTZ dome cameras

Pelco by Schneider Electric recently announced the release of its new, powerful and cost-effective Pelco™ Spectra™ Professional Range high speed PTZ dome camera. The new Spectra Professional series integrates a variety of valuable features, including a high resolution camera, built-in analytics, durable construction and a powerful zoom lens. With this addition to the Spectra family of cameras, Pelco provides users with high-end hardware and software at an affordable price point, buil...

Avigilon acquires entire ObjectVideo patent portfolio for US$80.3 million

With the completion of the acquisition, Avigilon now holds 124 US and international patents Avigilon Corporation (“Avigilon”), a leading global provider of end-to-end security solutions, recently announced that it has completed the acquisition of the entire patent portfolio and the patent licensing program of ObjectVideo, Inc. (“ObjectVideo”) for cash consideration of US$80.3 million (the “Acquisition”). Founded in 1998, ObjectVideo is an i...

Pelco’s new Esprit Series integrated positioning system now available with IP and HD capabilities

Pelco by Schneider Electric recently announced that its industry-leading Esprit® Series integrated positioning system is now available in IP and high-definition (HD) with the new Esprit HD Series IP Positioning System. The Esprit HD provides users with crystal-clear, live streaming of images over the Internet using a standard web browser and delivers on the industry’s need for excellent performance and image qualify in all settings, including rugged environments. Today’s news bui...

Pelco announces availability of latest Esprit Series in full 1080p High Definition

Pelco by Schneider Electric recently announced that its industry-leading Esprit® Series integrated positioning system is now available in full 1080p high-definition (HD) with the new Esprit HD Series. The Esprit HD Positioning System provides users with crystal-clear, live streaming of images through a standard web browser, a Pelco VMS or integration to other video systems via an API or ONVIF S to deliver on the industry’s need for excellent performance and image quality in all setting...

ONVIF highlights successes and outlines 2015 initiatives at annual membership meeting

Attendees heard presentations on ONVIF successes from 2014, including the release of two new profiles ONVIF, the leading global standardisation initiative for IP-based physical security products, hosted its annual membership meeting late last month. Attendees heard presentations on ONVIF successes from 2014, including the release of two new profiles, as well as an outline of new initiatives for 2015, such as the planned release of Profile Q and a new client test tool. The aud...

Milestone XProtect Enterprise VMS enhances security at Port Fourchon in Gulf of Mexico

Milestone XProtect is a day-to-day VMS, providing the video inputs and archives to the officers at the port 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 wo...

Pelco by Schneider Electric strengthens relationship with Avaya to deliver IP video surveillance solutions

This global alliance partnership will enable deeper collaboration on technology development and interoperability Pelco by Schneider Electric recently announced that they are strengthening their relationship with Avaya to deliver superior performance and simplicity to IP video security and surveillance customers. This global alliance partnership will enable deeper collaboration on technology development and interoperability, providing customers with an easy-to-install, easy-to-...

Pelco by Schneider Electric announces appointment of Kim Loy as Vice President of Marketing

As Vice President of Marketing, KimLoy will drive strategic marketinginitiatives on a global level  Pelco by Schneider Electric announced the appointment of Kim Loy to the role of Vice President of Marketing for the Pelco Video Line of Business. In this role, Loy will drive strategic marketing initiatives on a global level in support of the company’s continued investment and commitment to its Pelco IP video surveillance solutions. "Kim has a great de...

AMAG Technology unveils latest improved Symmetry Video Management System

AMAG Technology recently introduced the new and improved Symmetry Video Management System with expanded feature set and open integration capabilities. Symmetry Video Management (VMS) is designed as a unified solution, and is flexible, scalable and user-friendly. When Symmetry VMS is used in combination with the Symmetry access control system, the unified solution provides an ideal way to collect the data from the access control and video system together. The combination enables a single user in...

Oncam’s 360-degree camera technology helps protect Arnold Clark’s 200 UK showrooms

Oncam camera reduces running costs and simplifies the overall infrastructure that Assure Alarms must maintain Oncam, the security division of Oncam Technologies, has been selected by Pelco by Schneider Electric and its integrator, Assure Alarms, to supply 360-degree camera technology across Arnold Clark’s 200 UK showrooms. The system was trialled for six months and now, Robert Bryce, the head of security for the car dealership, plans to continue using the leading 36...

AMAG Technology announces release of Symmetry V8 access control software at ASIS International 2014

The Symmetry V8 software supports the new Symmetry EN-2DBC NetworkAccess Controller AMAG Technology, a market leader in integrated access control, IP video and intrusion, recently at ASIS International announces the release of its Symmetry V8 access control software. Symmetry™ V8 software answers the customer’s need for a complete end to end security management solution. The unified security solution offers integrators and end users a solution to manage all their s...

Pelco introduces new capabilities to its Sarix Enhanced Range with SureVision 2.0

Pelco by Schneider Electric recently announced new capabilities to its Sarix™ Enhanced Range with SureVision™ 2.0. The Enhanced Range are Pelco’s high end cameras in their trusted line of Sarix fixed IP cameras, which also includes the Sarix Professional Range and Sarix Value Range. New features in the Enhanced Range, include Pelco’s integrated analytics suite and ONVIF profile G compliance at a competitively reduced price. Today’s news builds on Schneider Electric&...

Samsung Techwin appoints Oleg V. Rubanenko as Regional Director for Russia and CIS

Oleg will drive sales support strategies which reflect requirements of Samsung Techwin customers and partners Oleg V. Rubanenko has been appointed Regional Director for Russia and CIS for the Security Solution Division of Samsung Techwin. “Russia and CIS is one of our key sales target areas and the development of customised solutions for vertical markets such as Banking, Retail, Transport and City Surveillance is an important part of our strategic direction in the regio...

Pro-Vision to supply Redvision’s 40x RVX-Series CCTV Domes

The product is supplied ready to install as a dome but easily converts into a ball PTZ camera by removing the top cover Pro-Vision Distribution, the UK distributor of branded CCTV and access control equipment, is pleased to announce that it can now offer customers Redvision’s new 40x optical zoom domes. Simon Davies, Internal Sales Manager for Pro-Vision told us, “The new RVX40 has enhanced low-light performance and improved resolution whilst retaining the popular...

MEL Secure Systems launches HD-SDI Periscope camera for mobile or fixed covert surveillance operations

MEL Secure Systems, the leading developer of surveillance and security solutions, has launched a new high performance HD-SDI Periscope camera. Designed for law enforcement and broadcast applications in a wide range of mobile or fixed covert surveillance operations, the camera will deliver reliable and resilient performance in all weather conditions. The new camera includes an HD-SDI interface to transmit uncompressed surveillance images in 1080p resolution at full frame rates over coaxial cable...

Milestone introduces newest Device Pack 7.4 for XProtect portfolio of VMS products

Milestone Systems, the open platform company in IP video management software (VMS), has just released the newest Device Pack 7.4 for the XProtect portfolio of VMS products. This update adds another 20 percent new or updated device drivers to XProtect, since the monumental device pack 7.2 release in February when Milestone celebrated record support of 3,000 devices from more than 100 camera manufacturers.  The XProtect Device Packs include optimised drivers that enable all the relevant capa...

Exacq Technologies releases exacqVision 6.2 video management software

Exacq Technologies, part of the Security Products business unit of Tyco, introduces the ability to seamlessly “bookmark” important video, audio and data with the release of exacqVision 6.2—the latest release of the company’s Video Management System (VMS) software. Version 6.2 also includes EasySupport for streamlined online technical support; and the ability to quickly find important cash register and other point-of-sale (POS) data with Transacq Search. In addition to sof...

Pro-Vision Distribution to supply and support Wavestore's hardware and software range

Pro-Vision will provide and support the full range of IP Network based video surveillance solutions offered by Wavestore Pro-Vision Distribution Limited – the distributor of branded CCTV and access control equipment has recently signed an agreement to supply and support the Wavestore hardware and software range. Under the agreement Pro-Vision Distribution will provide and support the full range of IP Network based video surveillance solutions offered by Wavestore. Produ...

Fluidmesh wireless system secures Cheltenham Racecourse in Gloucestershire

Along with Fluidmesh, Mobile CCTV also installed security systems from Pelco, Arecont, Dedicated Micros and NVT The Cheltenham Festival takes place every March at Cheltenham Racecourse in Gloucestershire, and usually attracts well over 200,000 people. The festival runs four days and has grown into the biggest meeting in the National Hunt calendar. It usually coincides with Saint Patrick's Day, and is particularly popular with Irish visitors. There's a whole lot of betting goin...

Samsung IP cameras protect exterior and interior of the Museum of Flight’s new building in Washington

Samsung IP-based video cameras watch over the interior and exterior of the new Charles Simonyi Space Gallery building, a newly constructed addition to The Museum of Flight's campus in Seattle, Washington, that will showcase space travel-related artefacts. Beginning in the summer of 2012, the new building will display NASA's Shuttle Orbiter Trainer, known as the Full Fuselage Trainer (FFT). The 15,131 square foot Space Gallery building was constructed just north of The Museum of Flight's existing...

Pelco Is "Back" with a Focus on IP video surveillance: Hervé Fages

Pelco is making its big comeback with renewed vigour and new lines of surveillance products to set it apart from the rest Working to Regain Momentum in a Changing Market: Most observers agree that Pelco lost momentum in the video surveillance market after the acquisition by Schneider Electric in 2007. Hervé Fages, senior vice president of Schneider Electric's video business, is looking to regain that momentum, guiding the surveillance giant in new directions as the mark...

ONVIF to showcase at ISC West 2014 for the first time

ONVIF will also showcase Profile S for video and audio streaming, its first and most widely adopted profile ONVIF, the leading global standardisation initiative for IP-based physical security products, announced recently plans for its first-ever exhibit at ISC West, scheduled for April 2014 in Las Vegas, Nevada. At Booth 23135 in the New Exhibitor Pavilion, ONVIF will display the recently released Profile C, which extends the functionality of the ONVIF global interface specif...

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