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ONVIF hosts its 2013 Annual Membership Meeting in Shenzhen, China

ONVIF member companies heard presentations on the forum’s progress in 2013 and upcoming releases ONVIF, the leading global standardisation initiative for IP-based physical security products, hosted its annual membership meeting in late October in Shenzhen, China, held in conjunction with the China Public Security Expo 2013. ONVIF member companies who gathered for the meeting heard presentations on the forum’s progress in 2013 as well as on upcoming releases, in...

Pelco by Schneider Electric announces World Vision Kisongo experience tour at its facility in California

World Vision Kisongo Experience is housed inside a high-tech expandable semi-truck which transports visitors to Tanzania Schneider Electric recently announced it is hosting the World Vision Kisongo Experience tour at its Pelco facility in Clovis, California, November 19 and 20. World Vision, a humanitarian organisation dedicated to working with children, families and their communities worldwide to reach their full potential by tackling the causes of poverty and injustice, has...

Schneider Electric launches Pelco infrared and white light LED illumination products

Schneider Electric recently announced the launch of Pelco™ Infrared and White Light LED Illumination products for security camera installations. These new products provide energy efficient, targeted discreet or deterrent lighting for video security. In addition, this efficient lighting extends the effectiveness of megapixel IP cameras for evening and night use and help security camera installations comply with light pollution restrictions. Security cameras need a sufficient amount of ligh...

Ecl-ips upgrades UPS and monitoring systems at JLT Group facilities

Ecl-ips deployed Smart-UPS NetBotz visual security and StruxtureWare management platform Ecl-ips, a highly respected specialist in environmental and security threat management solutions has announced details of a successful project with JLT Group that has upgraded its diverse and difficult to manage UPS and monitoring systems to a Schneider / APC centric platform with complete power, environmental and security monitoring. JLT Group is an international group of Risk Specialist...

Schneider Electric announces Sarix Enhanced and Sarix Professional IP camera lines

Schneider Electric recently announced the release and availability of two new Pelco™ IP camera lines, the Sarix™ Enhanced Range with SureVision™ 2.0 and the Sarix™ Professional Range. With the release of these two camera ranges, Schneider Electric is surpassing solutions currently on the market and offering a complete line of IP cameras for any lighting condition, application and environment. Today’s news delivers on the company’s commitment to being IP-driven...

Schneider Electric introduces HealthBuildings Risk Assessment program at ASHE 2013

Schneider Electric, a global specialist in energy management, recently introduced at ASHE 2013 its new HealthBuildings Risk Assessment program. The comprehensive program helps hospital stakeholders understand and prioritise the risks associated with the facility, allowing them to increase efficiency and extend the lifecycle of the hospital infrastructure.    In the HealthBuildings assessment, a team of professional engineers and experts look at a facility’s complete critica...

Mission 500 forms new advisory and executive board comprising a team of security industry leaders

In 2012, Mission 500 reached its original goal of 500 sponsored children around the world Mission 500, a non-profit initiative focusing on the security industry and dedicated to serving the needs of children and communities in crisis, is proud to announce it has created new Advisory and Executive Boards comprised of a strong team of Security Industry leaders. They include: Advisory Board: Don Erickson – CEO, Security Industry Association Herve Fages – Senior V...

IFSEC International and FIREX International receive overwhelming support for 2014 event in London

IFSEC International 2014 will see Security & Fire Installer Live, an annual installer programme, launch for the first time Following the announcement in February that IFSEC International and FIREX International will change location for 2014, the organisers of the event, UBM Live announced that all the major players will be making the move to London’s ExCeL from 17-19 June 2014. Over 75 leading brands from across the security and fire industry will be represented inc...

Schneider installs Idesco’s access 8 CD 2.0 Mifare DESFire readers at Danish Industries

Total 245 access-controlled doors were installed in the Danish industries building Danish Industries, a trade organisation and employer’s association, occupies a prime location in the heart of Copenhagen, Denmark. One of their primary responsibilities is nurturing and maintaining optimal conditions for Danish businesses developing, manufacturing and competing at home and abroad. In the course of developing plans for their building’s recent renovation, Danish Indus...

Ingersoll Rand announces the integration of Schneider Electric with Andover Continuum Access Suite

Within the Continuum Cyberstation, Schlage locking devices look and function like a normal door Ingersoll Rand recently announced that customers of Schneider Electric’s Andover Continuum Netcontroller II and ACX 57XX family of controllers can now seamlessly integrate wired and/or wireless Schlage AD-Series locks to enhance the cost-effectiveness and scalability of their systems. Within the Continuum Cyberstation, Schlage locking devices look and function like a normal do...

John Tidwell joins Ecl-ips as new Business Development Director

John Tidwell brings a wealth of knowledge of CCTV systems after having been with Mayflex for 10 years Ecl-ips, a leading provider of IP based security and monitoring systems has appointed John Twidell as its new Business Development Director following a strong 2011 that included 28% year on year growth. Twidell joins the company following over 10 years with distributor Mayflex and brings a wealth of knowledge around CCTV systems, internet enabled monitoring systems and underl...

IFSEC names winners of its International Security Industry Awards 2012

The Outstanding Contribution to the Security Industry Award went to Alun John, CEO of the Norbain Group After a thrilling evening at the Hilton Hotel in Birmingham, UBM Live - organiser of IFSEC International, the world's largest annual security event - is pleased to announce the winners of the IFSEC International Security Industry Awards 2012. Produced in association with the British Security Industry Association (BSIA) and headline sponsored by Norbain Group, the awards wer...

Arecont Vision expands footprint in Asia Pacific Region with new hires and promotions

Arecont Vision’s Vice President, APAC, will help expand usage of megapixel video cameras in a growing market Arecont Vision continues to grow and strengthen its presence in the Asia Pacific (APAC) region with the addition of two new field application engineers and the promotion of two managers to new positions and territories within the region. The changes follow the recent promotion of Arecont Vision’s Becky Zhou to Vice President, APAC and will help expand usage...

Arecont Vision hires Alex Mathieson as Regional Sales Manager, Latin America

Mathieson has extensive experience in security, economics and business practices throughout Latin America Arecont Vision, the industry leader in IP-based megapixel camera technology, has appointed security industry veteran Alex Mathieson as Regional Sales Manager, Latin America. Mathieson joins the company with a quarter century of experience in domestic and international sales. He has extensive experience in security, economics and business practices throughout Latin America....

Pelco to showcase its Sarix TI thermal imaging camera system at ISC West

Pelco's Sarix TI was developed to make thermal imaging available at an affordable price Pelco by Schneider Electric will display its new Sarix TI thermal imaging camera system at the ISC West show in Las Vegas, March 28 to 30, the company announced. With an all-digital design aimed at delivering the image processing features the industry demands, Sarix TI was developed to make thermal imaging available at an affordable price for mainstream applications where it was once consid...

Secutech India attracts security industry players from over 10 countries and regions

The need for security products and services in India is increasing due to rising security awareness The first edition of Secutech India, a trade show for security and safety technologies and solutions, opened at the Bombay Exhibition Centre.  Running from 1 – 3 March 2012, the show is organised by Messe Frankfurt and Asian Business Exhibition & Conferences Ltd (ABEC) and attracted more than 150 exhibitors in 10,000 sqm of exhibition space. Mr Parson Lee, M...

Mission 500 seeks applicants for the 2012 Corporate Social Responsibility award

 Mission 500 CSR Award is to honour  security industry firms who make vital contributions to those in needMission 500, a non-profit initiative focusing on the security industry and dedicated to serving the needs of children and communities in crisis, is seeking applicants for the 2012 "Mission 500 CSR (Corporate Social Responsibility) Award" and "Humanitarian Awards". The Awards will be presented at a special cocktail reception on March 29, 2012 during ISC West in...

Mission 500 seeks applicants for the 2012 Mission 500 CSR during ISC West in Las Vegas

 The purpose of the Mission 500 CSR Award is to honour companies in the security industry Mission 500, a non-profit initiative focusing on the security industry and dedicated to serving the needs of children and communities in crisis, is seeking applicants for the 2012 Mission 500 CSR (Corporate Social Responsibility) Award and Humanitarian Awards. The Awards will be presented at a special cocktail reception on March 29, 2012 during ISC West in Las Vegas.The purpose of the Mission 500 CSR A...

IR imaging sensor manufacturer ULIS signs contract with Schneider Electric to supply IR sensors for Pelco's Sarix thermal cameras

The sensors were chosen for performance, resistance to sun exposure, sensitivity and compatibility with Pelco ULIS, a manufacturer of high-quality infrared (IR) imaging sensors for thermography, security, automotive and military applications, announced recently that it has signed a contract with Schneider Electric, the developer and manufacturer of world leading Pelco video and security systems, to supply infrared (IR) sensors for Pelco's new product line, the Sarix thermal imaging cameras. This...

Pelco introduces Digital Sentry hardware platform for access control and other security-related applications

Pelco by Schneider Electric is pleased to announce the introduction of its new Digital Sentry hardware platform. After receiving a complete makeover, at the core of the new Digital Sentry is a brand new Network Video Recorder powered with the latest processor and on-board graphics technologies.   The new NVR comes preloaded with DS NVs Network Video Management Software and delivers 280 Mbps bandwidth for recording and viewing as many as 128 Pelco and third-party IP cameras. Analogue cameras...

Schneider's Pelco video security systems integrate with Navtech radar systems

 Pelco's video systems and Navtech's radar systems have integrated to provide surveillance solutions for larger areas Pelco by Schneider Electric and Navtech Radar, supplier of the award winning AdvanceGuard surveillance solution, are announcing the integration of Navtech Radar systems with Pelco video security cameras and systems. Operating on the Pelco protocol, Navtech Radar systems are capable of directing cameras to track objects on the radar system, providing a wide-area detection and...

Schneider’s video management system integrated with CNL’s PSIM solution

  Endura Network VMS gets integrated by Schneider Electric and CNL Software Schneider Electric and CNL Software announce they have completed the integration of the Endura Network Video Management System from Schneider Electric, a world leader in the design and development of next-generation Pelco video security systems, with CNL Software's IPSecurityCenter's PSIM Solution. CNL Software is a world leader in Physical Security Information Management (PSIM) software. The integration i...

Schneider Electric’s Pelco introduces SureVision to deliver exceptional detail and image

Pelco by Schneider Electric is announcing its new state-of-the-art imaging science, SureVision, which is making its debut at ASIS 2011. SureVision combines Wide Dynamic Range (WDR), low-light and anti-bloom capabilities into one highly intelligent technology. The result is a camera that's easy-to-install and use, and handles light nearly as well as the human eye - automatically adjusting to deliver exceptional detail and the best image possible in even the most challenging lighting condition...

Pelco announces Device Utility 2 now included with Pelco IP cameras

Pelco by Schneider Electric is pleased to announce its powerful network device installation tool, Device Utility 2, is now included with every Pelco IP camera and available to download. With advanced capabilities, Device Utility 2 software enables a fast track to efficient management of IP cameras and devices. This free utility allows users to set and adjust multiple IP addresses at once - making managing multiple IP addresses hassle-free in one simple step. It enables advanced configuration, ma...

Schneider Electric and ULIS join forces to bring infrared technology to camera surveillance

 Schneider and ULIS collaboration marks a growing trend in infrared technology Schneider Electric, developer and manufacturer of world leading Pelco  video security systems, announced that it has entered into an agreement with ULIS to offer infrared technology via Pelco by Schneider Electrics Sarix TI thermal imaging cameras. ULIS, a subsidiary of Sofradir in France, specialises in the design and manufacture of high-quality infrared (IR) imaging sensors for various applications,...

VideoIQ and FLIR announce partnership

  FLIR offers solution for thermal cameras including VideoIQ's onboard NVR storage VideoIQ and FLIR have partnered! Following their groundbreaking announcement at ASIS 2011, VideoIQ and FLIR will discuss their new partnership and what it means for their end-users, integrators and themselves. FLIR now offers a total solution for their thermal cameras including VideoIQ's innovative, adaptive analytics and onboard NVR storage. VideoIQ benefits from an expanded reach into...

Schneider Electric to showcase its new Pelco video security product line at ASIS 2011

 Schneider specialise in integrated and building management solutionsLeading the security industry with leading video security, Schneider Electric is pleased to announce many new additions to its Pelco video security product line to be exhibited at the ASIS International trade show in Orlando, Florida. In addition, discover the power of integrated security.Schneider Electric delivers integrated security and building management solutions that let you control you...

Schneider’s Pelco Sarix TI thermal imaging camera systems to be showcased at ASIS 2011

 Sarix TI thermal imaging series sets a new standard a part of a total security solution Pelco by Schneider Electric is pleased to announce that its Sarix TI thermal imaging camera systems are showing at this year's ASIS show and will be available Fall 2011. Built on the industry-leading Sarix platform, with built-in analytics and IP capability, the Sarix TI thermal imaging series sets a new standard as part of a total security solution. Available in both fixed and pan/tilt models, Sarix TI...

Pelco's east region systems integration Vice President Sam Belbina takes on the security COE and video organisation

  Sam Belbina now leads Pelco's security COE and video organisation Pelco by Schneider Electric officials have announced that as of July 1, 2011, Sam Belbina, currently Vice President of Systems Integration for the company's East Region, is taking on a new role leading the Security Center of Excellence (COE) and the Video organisation. "This will create a team focused on expanding our security capability and value proposition," says James W Sandelin, SVP Schnei...

Pelco expands its line of viewing solutions by introducing new Narrow Bezel LCD monitors

Pelco by Schneider Electric is excited to announce that it has expanded its line of viewing solutions to include new Narrow Bezel LCD monitors. With full high-definition 1920 x 1080p resolution and edges that range from just 9.6 mm to 17.4 mm, Narrow Bezel monitors can be tiled together easily to create a virtually seamless video wall.Available in 42-, 46- and 55-inch models, these large format displays utilise efficient, low-power components and are Energy Star certified. With high contra...

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