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Vicon Industries, designer and manufacturer of video surveillance and access control software, hardware and components, announced that its new 2MP and 4MP turret cameras, ideal for retail and hospitality applications, are now shipping. The V930D and V9500D Series are turret, or “eyeball,” cameras featuring H.264/H.265 compression, wide-dynamic-range, IR LEDs and low-light capabilities. They can be surface, wall or ceiling mounted, is suitable for indoor and outdoor use, and offer ext...

Vicon Industries, a designer and producer of security surveillance solutions, has released a whitepaper addressing the multi-faceted impact H.265 encoding will have on video surveillance systems. As HEVC moves closer to becoming the security industry’s de-facto transmission standard, security systems integrators and end users remain uncertain about the best path toward integrating this technology into new or existing VMS systems. H.265 is touted for its ability to reduce file size by half...

Vicon Industries, designer and manufacturer of video surveillance and access control software, hardware and components, attributes its dedicated A&E Support Tools as a key component in supporting Coffman Engineering Inc. in its security technology design for the City of Spokane Valley City Hall. The light-filled 65,712 square foot facility stands three stories, with a full underground basement, and was designed to accommodate the community’s anticipated needs for the next 50-100 years...

Vicon Industries, designer and manufacturer of video surveillance and access control software, hardware and components, announced that it is working closely with the State of Sinaloa, Mexico to create a statewide surveillance network that unifies the systems of all of its metropolitan areas, including the cities of Culiacan, Mazatlan, Los Mochis and others. The new statewide initiative, built upon Valerus VMS software, will allow for greater coordination between all municipalities and their law...

Vicon Industries, Inc., designer and manufacturer of video surveillance and access control software, hardware and components, has announced the release of Valerus 18, the most significant update yet to its popular video management software. With the latest release, Valerus provides enhancements to its user interface, new data backup and security options, and support for H.265 cameras. It also introduces a new module, Valerus/ViconNet Gateway, which provides a simple and affordable...

Vicon Industries, Inc., designer and manufacturer of video surveillance and access control software, hardware and components, introduces further enhancements in the Starlight technology cameras. Vicon’s new Starlight versions of the popular V940 IP camera series produces flawless full-colour video streams in near-dark lighting conditions. These lowlight cameras are offered in dome and bullet configurations with eye-opening ultra-high-sensitivity down to 0.002 lux (colour) and 0.0006 lux (...

Vicon Industries, a designer and manufacturer of video surveillance and access control software, hardware and components, announced the availability of its new line of HD analog cameras that deliver 1080p full HD video over conventional coaxial cable. These new cameras are as easy to install as traditional analog security cameras. HD analog technology is here to bridge the gap and give a high-definition solution to those with an analog system already in place. No new cabling is required to upgr...

Vicon Industries, a designer and producer of security surveillance solutions, introduces a 16-channel H.264 video encoder model that converts analogue camera inputs into streamed IP video data. The encoder incorporates high-quality H.264 video and audio encoding and compression technology and is specifically designed to support 960H, AHD and TVI analogue cameras. Perfect solution for hybrid systems The ENC-H264-16 encoder is the perfect solution for hybrid systems, as it simplifies the migrati...

Vicon Industries, Inc., designer and manufacturer of video surveillance and access control software, hardware and components, has announced the completed installation of an end-to-end Vicon surveillance solution for Shelbyville, Indiana’s new Major Health Partners (MHP) medical complex and surrounding campus. The enterprise solution combines video management capabilities for cameras throughout the main hospital, oncology centre, orthopaedic centre and administrative data services building...

As preparations continue ahead of Intersec 2018, the 20th anniversary edition of world’s largest trade fair for security, safety, and fire protection will be a notable milestone for a number of exhibitors that have grown with the exhibition since its inception in 1999. Pelco’s Intersec history Pelco by Schneider Electric is one of 13 companies at Intersec 2018 that exhibited at the inaugural edition 20 years ago, and will line up alongside more than 1,300 exhibitors from 58 countri...

Vicon Industries, designer and manufacturer of video surveillance and access control software, hardware and components, has announced the expansion of its A&E Services division, with the addition of David Busco, who will manage Vicon’s relationships with the A&E community throughout the eastern United States. David has over 25 years’ experience within the security industry, during which he has demonstrated an ability to support the needs of architects and engineers through de...

Vicon Industries, Inc., designer and manufacturer of video surveillance and access control software, hardware and components, is announcing several new models of H.265 megapixel IP cameras with anticipated availability in September. With superior compression that allows the cameras to transmit high resolution video at 50% lower bitrate than H.264, these models provide the simplest way to reduce demand for bandwidth and storage when used as part of a VMS solution. This is accomplished without any...

Vicon Industries, designer and manufacturer of video surveillance and access control software, hardware and components, has announced the release of VAX 2.9, the latest update to its powerful and versatile IP access control solution. VAX Access Control provides centralised monitoring and management of access to doors, elevators and other protected spaces located throughout facilities of any size, including multi-site installations. A web based interface with responsive design provides users with...

Vicon Industries, Inc., designer and manufacturer of video surveillance and access control software, hardware, and components, announces that Fredrik Wallberg is joining Vicon as the Company’s Director of A&E Services. Vicon has created this new position to further expand outreach, resources and training to the A&E and consultant community, with the goal of simplifying the tasks they face in specifying surveillance solutions for today’s complex security challenges. Mr. Wallbe...

Vicon Industries, designer and manufacturer of video surveillance and access control software, hardware, and components, announces that Dolores Wellisch will lead Vicon’s corporate marketing efforts as the Company’s newly appointed Director of Marketing. With an extensive background in creation and implementation of marketing strategies for business-to-business technology companies, Ms. Wellisch will be responsible for Vicon’s integrated marketing and lead generation programs....

Vicon Industries, Inc., designer and manufacturer of video surveillance and access control software, hardware, and components, announces the release of Valerus 1.2, the latest version of its popular video management software. With the latest release, Valerus further enhances the simple, completely hassle-free user experience that the software has been designed to deliver. Valerus 1.2 features 1) Three powerful search options help find recorded video evidence as quickly as possible. Thumbnail S...

Vicon Industries a designer and manufacturer of video surveillance and access control software, hardware, and components, introduces a new line of 6MP and 12MP panoramic cameras with fisheye lens. The camera’s extremely wide angle and highly detailed image allow it to provide coverage of an area that would typically require as many as four traditional HD security cameras, while eliminating blind spots. Server-side image dewarping, as well as edge-based dewarping at lower resolutions, enabl...

Vicon is announces that Video Surveillance specialist Stephen Ely has been appointed as Sales Manager for northern UK sales territory. “I am excited to represent Vicon as the new Valerus based IP solutions are launched in the UK” says Steve. “I believe that the combination of an extensive and exciting product range and a strong team means that Vicon is ready to move onto the next level in the UK and I look forward to playing a pivotal role.”

Vicon’s new generation of products have all been built with the goal of simplifying the entire user experience Vicon Industries, Inc., a designer and producer of video security systems and high performance IP cameras, announced that its new generation of products, including Valerus VMS, VAX Access Control, and Surveyor MKII PTZ Camera Domes, are now available for architects and engineers to specify through the online tool SpecWizard on the ARCAT website. SpecWizard onli...

The 1,850 seat Birmingham Hippodrome, one of the largest theatre complexes in the UK, is home to the acclaimed Birmingham Royal Ballet and DanceXchange. It also attracts international companies, top West End productions and full scale ballet and opera. But, it is the new ViconNet digital video surveillance system that is performing everyday behind the scenes. In addition to the main auditorium, Birmingham Hippodrome boasts a studio theatre, rehearsal studios and state-of-the-art conference faci...

Valerus and VAX each employ browser-based thin clients, simplifying installation and system upgrades Vicon Industries, Inc., a designer and producer of video security systems and high-performance IP cameras, announced that its new Valerus video management solution now includes integrated connectivity with VAX, Vicon’s highly regarded access control solution. Simple to programme The integration, which enables the display of live and recorded Valerus video from inside th...

Once installed, users of the app will be able to access many of their system’s capabilities Vicon Industries, Inc., a designer and producer of video security systems and high-performance IP cameras, announced the release of Vicon Valerus Mobile, an app for users of Vicon Valerus Video Management Software to access their VMS system from iOS and Android phones and tablets. Available for free download from Apple’s App Store and Google Play, the new mobile app for...

A school in Indiana had an immediate need for an easy-to-use video solution and Valerus could meet all their expectations Vicon Industries, designer and producer of video security systems and high-performance IP cameras, announces that the first order for their new Valerus VMS has shipped and was installed. With excitement building over this unique solution, many more systems have been ordered and specified in its first week on the market. A school in Indiana had an immediate...

Valerus is available for immediate download with a 30-day free trial Vicon Industries, Inc., a designer and producer of video security systems and high-performance IP cameras, announced the release of its new next-generation video management software, Vicon Valerus. Glowing reviews during beta testing indicates that this unique, browser-based system promises to be a revolutionary tool in the security industry. Thin client architecture and central licensing The advanced simpl...

I have been unpacking from last week’s ASIS show in Orlando. It was a good show, except if you compare it to last spring’s ISC West in Las Vegas, which was especially well attended and generated a lot of excitement in the market. ASIS was definitely smaller, lower key and less crowded. And there were no big product announcements. But there was still plenty of technology on display. In particular, I saw the show reflecting several ongoing trends in the market. Impact of M&As Me...

Minneapolis Airport proves that slow and steady acquisition wins the technology race with Vicon’s expandable video systems. For the Minneapolis/St. Paul International Airport, simply wanting a better camera system wasn’t enough. They wanted a system they could build on, over an extended period of time, without replacing the existing infrastructure. They found that system in the Vicon family of video products, and a relationship that began almost 10 years ago is still going strong. B...

Valerus offers advanced simplicity for live monitoring, centralised management and  video recording Vicon Industries, designer and producer of video security systems and high-performance IP cameras, announced the launch of a reveal campaign for its new next-generation video management software, Vicon Valerus. During the month, slides will be added to the homepage banner revealing the main features and benefits of the new software. The product launch reveal will be based a...

Vicon aims to strengthen its sales presence nationwide in response to strong demand Vicon Industries, Inc.  designer and producer of video security systems and high-performance IP cameras, continues to expand its U.S. sales presence with the addition of Datacom Sales and Associates (Datacom), a manufacturers’ representative firm covering the states of Texas, Oklahoma, Arkansas, and Louisiana. This additional sales resource emphasises Vicon’s commitment to dev...

Vicon is accepting pre-orders for the IQeye 9 series box camera Vicon Industries announces that the IQeye 9 series box camera will be available this summer and Vicon is accepting pre-orders. The latest cameras from Vicon provide wide scene coverage and highly accurate object detection with increased resolution and outstanding image quality. The new IQeye 9 Series also has increased processing power to effectively run analytics and VMS applications at the edge. Features Po...

The appointment signals further strengthening of Vicon’s US sales presence in response to strong demand for its security solutions Vicon Industries, Inc. (“Vicon”), trusted designer and producer of video security systems and high-performance IP cameras, continues to expand its U.S. sales presence with the addition of Coaxial Systems Associates (Coaxial), a manufacturers’ representative firm covering the state of Florida and the Caribbean. This additiona...