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Milestone Systems, the open platform company in IP video management software (VMS), has released Device Pack 7.9 for partners and customers using Milestone XProtect® security solutions. Device Pack 7.9 has support for 1,012 tested ONVIF devices, all using the same optimised driver. Support has also been added for Axis Communications’ Zipstream compression technology. This speedy adoption is possible due to the dedicated efforts from Milestone to drive the uptake of open platform techn...

The program is dedicated to empowering its Partner ecosystem and delivering greater value to the channel Vicon Industries, Inc. (“Vicon”), trusted designer and producer of video security systems and high-performance IP cameras, is excited to reveal its new Channel Partner Program for the North American market. In further support of the recently announced strategic focus dedicated to empowering its Partner ecosystem and delivering greater value to the channel, t...

Vicon Industries, Inc. (“Vicon”), trusted designer and producer of video security systems and high-performance IP cameras, announced recently that its new IQeye 12MP camera (IQ8712NE-V18) is now available. Offering 6 times the pixels of 1080p HD, the superior resolution combined with magnified detail provide increased opportunities for improved investigation and business intelligence. Combine that performance with the possibility of reducing your overall system costs and you have a c...

Fred brings extensive marketing management experience in the security industry to Vicon Vicon Industries, Inc.  (“Vicon”), trusted designer and producer of video security systems and high-performance IP cameras, is excited to announce the newest addition to Vicon’s Marketing Department, Fredrik Wallberg. Fred has been appointed to a newly created position, Director of Field Marketing to further position the business for growth. In this new role, Fred wil...

Vicon’s new strategic focus includes building a team-centric ecosystem of Partners and industry experts Vicon is planning to deliver a new range of effective solutions to the market and is setting the pace to deliver these solutions that can be leveraged to improve profitability Vicon Industries, Inc., (“Vicon”), trusted designer and producer of video security systems and high-performance IP cameras, is pleased to announce a new strategic focus for the compa...

The Vicon access control system is designed for complete integration with its video management system, ViconNet Vicon Industries, Inc. (“Vicon”), trusted designer and producer of video security systems and high-performance IP cameras, announces that ISC West 2015 will mark the official launch of its new, IP-based access control management system, Vicon Access Control. In keeping with the New Vicon directive to drive standards-based interoperation, our Access Contro...

Vicon Industries, Inc., trusted designer and producer of video security systems and high-performance IP cameras, announced recently some exciting changes to their “plug and play” video solution. In keeping with Vicon’s new directive to drive towards standards-based interoperation, Vicon will now offer an easy integration between the affordable, easy-to-install HDExpress NVRs and Express DVRs with ViconNet, Vicon’s premiere VMS integration platform. Using ONVIF standard f...

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 12MP Sentinel offers approximately 6 times the pixels in a standard HD 1080p camera, enabling greatly increased pixel density for the same scene. The camera is ideal for displaying real-time video on the new generation of UHD/4K monitors. Users can install fewer cameras to capture a wider field-of-view while maintaining the original pixel density. With its dual-core CPU, the 12MP Sentinel has unique on-camera processing capabilities to deliver multi-streaming forensic quality video with enh...

In this new role, Jennifer will create, implement and manage new distribution programs and channel development Vicon Industries, Inc.(“Vicon”), a leading manufacturer of video surveillance equipment, is pleased to announce that as part of our new strategic direction towards establishing a two-tier sales distribution model, Jennifer Hones has joined Vicon as National Distribution Program Manager. Jennifer brings successful project and partnership program experience...

The solutions offered today in the field of server virtualisation seem to be a natural fit for the evolution of security systems from analogue to IP The video surveillance industry has been transitioning from analogue to IP-based systems over the last several years, and it is clear that this trend will continue. In light of this, it is apparent that taking advantage of the advancements in the IT world for use in security system design is the next logical step. In this article,...

2014 was a year for eye-popping merger and acquisition (M&A) activity in the security space. The big deals of the year included some of the largest names in the industry. One name is larger than any in the security market – Google, which made not one but two acquisitions this year that could impact the future security market. It was also the year that a smaller player in the video camera market (although a huge familiar brand overall) bought a large, open systems V...

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Bret joined Vicon over 20 years ago as a marketing analyst and has since held many positions Vicon Industries, Inc. designer and producer of video security systems and high-performance IP cameras, recently announced that as part of the ongoing integration of IQinVision, Bret McGowan has been named Senior Vice-President Sales for the Americas, Far East and Western Africa, taking responsibility for the combined sales organisation. Bret joined Vicon over 20 years ago as a marketi...

The merger of Vicon and IQinVision has been one of the more interesting business developments in the security and video surveillance markets in 2014. Wondering how the merger is working out, I spoke with Eric Fullerton, CEO, Vicon Industries Inc., at the ASIS 2014 show in Atlanta. Here are some of his comments: SS.com: What drew you to Vicon; what opportunity do you see here? Fullerton: The merger of Vicon and IQinVision was announced at the end of Q1, and I thought: What is that? My first rea...

Eric Fullerton will succeed Kenneth M. Darby as Chief Executive Officer and as a Director of Vicon Vicon Industries, Inc., a designer and producer of video security and surveillance systems has announced that its Board of Directors has appointed Eric Fullerton, formerly Chief Sales and Marketing Officer of Milestone Systems A/S, to succeed Kenneth M. Darby as Chief Executive Officer and as a Director of Vicon. In its search for a new CEO, the Board sought a candidate who coul...

Vicon Industries, Inc. and IQinVision, Inc., a privately held California corporation, announced today that they have entered into a definitive merger agreement that is expected to create a global provider of integrated solutions to the video security market. Vicon is a designer and producer of video security and surveillance systems. IQinVision designs and produces high performance HD megapixel IP cameras.   The merger has been approved by the boards of directors of both comp...

Maxxess Systems is pleased to announce the release of eFusion and eAXxess version 6 software. This upgrade is available to end users with a current Maxxess Software Support plan. Once upgraded the software will need to be re-registered.    Here are some of the new features and enhancements in this release: New Operating Systems Supported Windows Server 2008 & Windows Server 2008 R2 Windows 8 and 8.1 (home editions not recommended) Windows Server 2012 New Databases Support...

Rick Weiss will serve as primary contact for Vicon customers throughout New England and Upstate New York Vicon Industries Inc., a leading designer and producer of network video management systems, is pleased to announce the appointment of two new Regional Sales Managers. Rick Weiss will now serve as the primary contact for Vicon customers throughout New England and Upstate New York. Rick is a security solutions sales professional who has spent his career working for industry...

Oxalis has appointed J.C. Caines as VP of Sales to lead all sales and marketing efforts in North and South America Oxalis Group Ltd, a leading UK manufacturer of hazardous area video, lighting and communications solutions, today announced the opening of Oxalis Group USA.  Based in New York, this new office establishes Oxalis with local sales, marketing and support services designed to meet the needs of its growing clientele across North and South America. The expansion wi...

Vicon Industries Inc., a leading designer and producer of network video management systems, introduces the HDExpress, a revolutionary IP video solution that provides simple, cost-effective viewing and recording of HD video. HDExpress records up to 16 channels of 1080p network video and delivers many advanced features while requiring no networking knowledge or additional hardware for installation. Users simply connect network cameras to the device’s camera ports and HDExpress detects and co...

Vicon demonstrated its open platform VMS and its full interoperability with Axis cameras Vicon Industries Inc., a leading designer and producer of integrated IP video surveillance systems and Axis Communications, a world leader in network video, announced their partnership for applications development at an event held in Mexico City on October 15, 2013. Attended by highest-level Axis integrators from Central America and the Caribbean, the conference provided a forum for Vicon...

Latin America is one of Vicon’s fastest growing markets Vicon Industries Inc., a leading designer and producer of integrated IP video surveillance and access control systems, has launched a Spanish-language website that reflects its commitment to providing and supporting high-tech IP video software and hardware for the Latin American security market. The site, www.vicon-security.mx, provides dealers, integrators and end-users with product information and literature, sys...

The existing system has a number of spare channels, which allows the addition of ASSA ABLOY Aperio wireless locks Grosvenor Technology’s new SATEON browser-based access control system has revolutionised Gateway College’s management of its security, student attendance and daily registration. Leicester-based Gateway 6th Form College has 1,600 students and staff, and offers both A Level and vocational courses, helping to prepare the students for university and employm...

Vicon Industries Inc., a leading designer and producer of network video management systems, has introduced the H264-16CH-ENCDR, a high-performance, 16-channel H.264 encoder that allows for the use of analogue cameras side-by-side with IP models within a VMS network. The encoder’s seamless integration with ViconNet VMS provides full support of all ViconNet features and controls, including PTZ control, museum search, dynamic load balancing, automatic detection and alarm configuration and rep...

Vicon’s V920D cameras feature motion detection, privacy masking, 2-way audio and an SD card slot for on-camera storage Vicon Industries Inc., a leading designer and producer of network video management systems, has introduced the V920D Series of rugged indoor and outdoor network domes, with a choice of standard definition, 720p and 1080p resolutions. These open-platform cameras represent a new generation of Roughneck domes, offering ONVIF compatibility, higher resolution...

Steve Green has over 12 years of experience in the UK security market Vicon is pleased to announce video surveillance specialist Steve Green has been appointed as Sales Manager for northern UK sales territory. Steve holds a BSc in Applied Physics from Sheffield Hallam University.  He comes to Vicon from Mayflex Electronic Security Division, where he was responsible for major account management in the North of England and Scotland. He has over 12 years of experience with...

Vicon Industries Inc., a leading designer and producer of network video management systems, has introduced a new line of Hemispheric Cameras that provide high-resolution, continuous 180o or 360o coverage. An integral fisheye lens and 4 megapixel sensor captures a complete 360o view, which is delivered as two 180o panoramic images visually stacked on top of each other within a single video stream. All de-morphing is performed within the cameras prior to transmission, so a distortion-free image is...

SightLogix®, Inc., the leading smart thermal camera manufacturer for perimeter security applications, announces integration of the SightLogix video analytic solution with Vicon Industries' ViconNet video management software (VMS). SightSensor video analytic cameras, which detect objects that violate perimeter security rules, can now send video and alarm information over the network for display within the ViconNet video management system. SightTrackers, which automatically steer PTZ cameras,...