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Legic enters into partnership with Tyco Fire & Security

Tyco relies on working with LEGIC to implement local solutions based on LEGIC's smartcard technology Tyco Fire & Security (Tianjin) Co., Ltd. has entered into a partnership with LEGIC. Acting as a system integrator, Tyco Fire & Security realises turn-key projects in the business areas of fire prevention and firefighting, surveillance and security systems for public and private buildings, theft protection, traffic management and RFID. For identification solutions, the c...

OnSSI welcomes Abraham Peniche as its regional manager for Mexico and Central America

Mr. Peniche will be responsible for expanding market share for the Ocularis IP software platform OnSSI, the market leader in open-architecture, intelligent IP video surveillance software, has recently announced that Abraham Peniche has joined the company as Regional Manager for Mexico and Central America. Mr. Peniche is accomplished in providing sales and technical support to the sales channel having gained the experience in previous managerial positions with major indus...

American Dynamics Intellex keeps watch over customers and employees at Lincoln Park

Intellex DVMS finds missing bags and money and validates employees’ attendance at Lincoln Park Just as with many gaming environments, Lincoln Park, a casino and racetrack (“racino”) just outside of Providence, R.I., has always placed a high value on security. Four years ago, to meet the regulations of the state’s lottery commission, the racino moved from using VCR tapes to a fully digital video management system (DVMS). Today, to support a substantial...

Hikvision signs patent licensing agreement with ObjectVideo

The cooperation will enable Hikvision to accelerate promotion of its intelligent video analytics products and solutions Hikvision, the global leader of video surveillance products and solutions, is pleased to announce the signing of a world-wide patent licensing agreement with video analytics provider, ObjectVideo, Inc. "Hikvision has a rich intelligent video analytics product line. This line plays an important role in both data mining and data service,” said Yangzhong...

Software House’s NetVue video integration software secures Westchester County, NY

Software House’s NetVue allows integration of access system with the Intellex units A fire alarm led to the evacuation of employees and members of the public from the main government executive building in New York’s Westchester County. Using a new integrated security system, public safety officials were able to check video associated with the event. Within seconds they saw that an elderly woman had mistakenly pulled an alarm, thinking it was necessary to enter an a...

American Dynamics Intellex Ultra digital video management systems improve public safety at BIDMC

American Dynamics’ security system has proven beneficial in investigations of civil liability cases When Paul Baratta signed on as director of Public Safety for Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center (BIDMC), he set out to bring a greater sense of security to staff and patients alike. Previously, the hospital had two distinct security systems that did not communicate. There was no way to secure sensitive areas while still allowing people to visit patients and conduct other...

Software House upgrades security system at Harvard University

Harvard University Police upgraded its security system based on the C•CURE 800 access control system When a student at Harvard University had her picture identification card either lost or stolen, she quickly reported it to the proper authorities. But within days, the card, by then deactivated, was being used in a vain attempt to open doors across campus. Each attempt to enter a restricted area was noted immediately through the access control system monitored by the Harv...

American Dynamics unveils 5MP Illustra 825 Fisheye camera

American Dynamics, part of the Security Products business unit of Tyco, the world's largest pure-play fire protection and security company, announces the introduction of the Illustra 825 Fisheye Camera, a sophisticated camera that provides exceptional video quality and ultra-smooth digital pan-tilt-zoom (PTZ) movements for capturing real-time 180°/360° panoramic views of wide areas. American Dynamics brings the reputation for high quality video to the 360° panorama product class. W...

Kantech unveils its security management software ‘EntraPass v6.01’ enhancing video surveillance for end users

Kantech, part of the Tyco Security Products business unit of Tyco, the world’s largest pure-play fire protection and security company, announces the release of EntraPass v6.01 security management software, continuing to build on the portability, scalability and flexibility of the solution. EntraPass v6.01 features an integration with the cross-platform, open architecture exacqVision video management system (VMS) from Exacq. By integrating the exacqVision VMS with the EntraPass v6.01 acces...

American Dynamics security system helps combat drug trafficking at Avianca Airlines

Avianca installed American Dynamics SpeedDome cameras and Intellex digital video management systems Avianca Airlines has a powerful tool to fight drug trafficking. Using state-of-the-art American Dynamics CCTV surveillance cameras and digital video management systems from Tyco International, airline authorities can stop illegal activities and provide visual evidence to prosecute drug smugglers. The largest airline in Colombia, South America, Avianca operates out of several in...

Tyco announces “Inspiration on the Road” presentations for end users around the United States and Canada

The events will allow attendees to meet with the sales and technical teams from the various Tyco Security Products brands Tyco Security Products, part of Tyco, the world’s largest pure-play fire protection and security company, announces its “Inspiration on the Road” series of in-depth technology presentations highlighting access control, video, and integrated solutions for end users, integrators, distributors and consultants around the United States and Cana...

Arecont Vision appoints Matthew McCoy as its new Director of Strategic Accounts

McCoy will be responsible for driving sales at Arecont Vision’s select national systems integrators Arecont Vision, the industry leader in IP-based megapixel camera technology, announces the appointment of Matthew McCoy as the Company’s new Director of Strategic Accounts. Mr. McCoy is a 25+ year veteran in the security industry, where he has developed and refined his skills with companies such as ADT/Tyco, Convergint and most recently with Avigilon.  “M...

Tyco Security Products to showcase its portfolio of purpose-built solutions at Intersec 2014

Tyco will also showcase the newly acquired Exacq Technologies’ VMS solutions at the event Tyco Security Products, part of Tyco, the world’s largest pure-play fire protection and security company, will be returning to Intersec 2014 in Dubai with a comprehensive portfolio of purpose-built access control, video, intrusion and PSIM solutions. The newly acquired Exacq Technologies will be shown for the first time on the Tyco Security Products stand SA/305C as further e...

American Dynamics introduces Illustra Flex series of IP cameras with 1MP and 3MP video

American Dynamics, part of the Security Products business unit of Tyco, introduces the Illustra Flex Series of IP cameras, providing very affordable, high-definition 1MP and 3MP video with excellent low light performance. These cameras give businesses cost-effective camera options without sacrificing image quality. Unlike other entry-level IP cameras on the market, the high-resolution Illustra Flex box, bullet, and mini-domes (indoor and outdoor) include premium features such as true day/night,...

CEM System's CEM AC2000 AE installed at Inverness Airport to manage passengers and staff

CEM’s AC2000 AE system provides a fully integrated business solution designed to help airports run more efficiently CEM Systems, part of the Security Products business unit of Tyco, and ADT Fire & Security, Europe’s leading provider of physical security solutions, recently announced that the CEM AC2000 AE (Airport Edition) security management system has been installed at Inverness Airport, Scotland to manage passengers and staff. AC2000 AE is the industry&rsquo...

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...

Software House and HID Global’s physical access control systems receive FICAM Approval from U.S. General Services Administration

Software House, part of the Security Products business unit of Tyco, in conjunction with HID Global, announced that their combined end-to-end physical access control system with high assurance readers and validation software has been approved as a fully compliant FICAM Solution by the U.S. General Services Administration. The approval means that C•CURE 9000 from Software House, along with HID Global pivCLASS readers and validation software, are the first such products to meet the rigorous...

Axis Communications hosts annual VIP Partner Event and 2013 awards

The theme for this year's event was "experience smarter video surveillance" Axis Communications, the global leader in network video, continued its annual tradition of recognising the outstanding performance of its partners when it recently held its VIP Partner Event and 2013 awards. Axis invited 40 of its top-performing gold partners from across the Northern European region to the VIP Partner Event held in Copenhagen, Denmark. The theme for the event was "experience smarter v...

Elpas to release its Eiris Go mobile application at ASIS 2013

The mobile app for both Android and Apple smartphones is designed for use with Elpas’ Eiris RTLS Management Software Elpas, part of the Security Products business unit of Tyco, has announced recently that it will unveil its new Eiris Go mobile application at ASIS 2013 Security Exhibition (McCormick Place - Booth 305), September 24-27, 2013 in Chicago. This mobile app for both Android and Apple smartphones is designed for use with Elpas’ Eiris RTLS Management Softwa...

LEGIC Identsystems announces license partnership with Shanghai Airlink

The partnership allows LEGIC to develop its presence in Asia With Shanghai Airlink Technologies Ltd., LEGIC Identsystems AG welcomes another strong partner from China into its network. The system integrator is well connected worldwide and has already won a few highly prestigious projects. “We are delighted to develop LEGIC’s presence in Asia further with Shanghai Airlink”, commented Dr. Otto Eggimann, Vice President Sales and Business Development for LE...

Tyco Security Products introduces the Kantech Intevo Compact

Tyco Security Products, part of Tyco, the world’s largest pure-play fire protection and security company, introduces the Kantech Intevo Compact. This new addition to its line of easy to deploy integrated security platforms is designed to unify access control, IP video and intrusion for small to medium size enterprises. Measuring just 2.25 x 7.5 x 8.5 inches and weighing in at 3.7 pounds, the Intevo Compact is compatible with all Kantech controllers and can connect up to 16 American Dynami...

Software House announces its latest version of its C•CURE 9000 security and event management platform

Software House, part of the Security Products business unit of Tyco, is announcing a host of enhancements to its C•CURE 9000 security and event management platform that simplify the management of personnel access. With features such as credential deactivation, custom clearances, and activating events based on activity, C•CURE 9000 v2.20 gives you the ultimate flexibility in solving common personnel access issues. Credential deactivation enables you to automatically address unused pers...

Elpas displays its latest wireless intrusion detectors for location-based tracking solutions at IFSEC International 2013

The magnetic alarm contact and the PIR curtain detector are part of Elpas’ growing portfolio of Active RFID Transmitters Elpas, part of the Security Products business unit of Tyco, will show two new Wireless Intrusion Detectors designed for native integration with Location-Based Tracking Solutions at the IFSEC International Exhibition(Booth 5/D10 & 5/E10, Hall 5), 13-16 May, 2013. The Magnetic Alarm Contact provides wireless perimeter protection for doors and window...

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...

Tyco Security Products installs integrated security solution at Yale-New Haven Hospital

The security solutions will secure YNHH’s 1,500-bed flagship teaching hospital and various other sites Tyco Security Products, part of Tyco, the world’s largest pure-play fire protection and security company, announced recently that Yale-New Haven Hospital (YNHH), one of the largest hospital in the United States, has chosen an integrated security solution from its Software House and American Dynamics brands. The solution will be used to secure YNHH’s 1,500-be...

Tyco Security Products to introduce new innovations at IFSEC 2013

The new hybrid system, PowerSeries Neo from DSC, will be showcased at the event Tyco Security Products, part of Tyco, the world’s largest pure-play fire protection and security company, will introduce several new innovations at IFSEC 2013 that extend the company’s commitment to creating intuitive ways for customers to instinctively manage their holistic security environments. Leading the innovation charge for the company is a new feature-rich hybrid intrusion plat...

ISC West 2013 exhibitors and attendees shout "fantastic!"

The ISC West exhibition floor included tens of thousands of products from 1,000+ exhibiting companies and brands “Fantastic,” exclaimed Alan Stoddard, senior director of marketing for Honeywell Security Group when asked how ISC West, sponsored by the Security Industry Association (SIA), had performed for his company. “We had great traffic and a lot of excitement over our Lynx 5100 and MaxPro Cloud Solutions.” “The access control future will be dr...

DSC showcases PowerSeries Neo hybrid intrusion detection platform at ISC West 2013

PowerSeries Neo redefines intrusion security with the simplicity of a wide range of wireless devices DSC, part of the Security Products business unit of Tyco, has introduced the new and ground-breaking PowerSeries Neo hybrid intrusion detection platform, the most comprehensive hybrid system available in the market. PowerSeries Neo redefines intrusion security, combining the flexibility of a modular, hardwired system with the simplicity of a wide range of wireless devices,...

Tyco Integrated Security announces launch of new series of TV commercials

The commercials provide an inside look into Tyco Integrated Security’s services including video monitoring Tyco Integrated Security, the industry’s leading security systems integrator, announced the launch of a new series of TV commercials featuring Steve Young, NFL Hall of Famer, ESPN Color Football Analyst and former San Francisco 49ers quarterback. The first two commercials debuted on NBC Sports during the “2012 Tyco Golf Skills Challenge” on Decembe...

Intersec Dubai 2013 welcomes 10% growth in trade visitor numbers and 7% increase in exhibitor numbers

Intersec 2013 saw an increased demand for HD CCTV and PSIM solutions Intersec Dubai 2013, the premier business and networking event for security, safety and fire protection in the Middle East recently concluded its 15th and largest yet edition. Featuring 990 exhibitors from 54 countries, Intersec 2013 was 7% larger than the previous edition and welcomed 21,615 visitors from 118 countries, enjoying a 10% growth in trade visitor numbers.* Intersec 2013 was inaugurated by His Hi...

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