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Video analytics software from Ipsotek has been added to the UK government's catalogue of approved security equipment after meeting stringent performance criteria.Ipsotek's V10 intelligent scene analysis system satisfied Home Office requirements, thus achieving i-LIDS approved secondary detection system for operational alert use in sterile zone monitoring applications - and it will be included in a list of approved security equipment suppliers.The Home Office Scientific Developm...

Dedicated Micros - part of AD Group - has launched a new CCTV Solutions guide to deliver in-depth details of the company's entire product range, from entry level to high performance enterprise systems.The landmark 44 page guide, which coincides with Dedicated Micros 25th Anniversary, represents the first time that the company has published a comprehensive overview of its CCTV products and their performance capabilities in one, convenient, reference guide. Crucially, the publication includes deta...

Mango DSP's Raven HX 104 to be integrated in ICI's Wireless Network solutions.Mango DSP, a leading provider of intelligent video servers for the CCTV, video surveillance, homeland security defense markets, and its affiliate ICI Networks, a leader in municipal wireless integrated systems, recently announced that the new ICI Wireless Metropolitan Base StationTM (WMBS) will now feature advanced video processing capabilities enabled by the integration of Mango DSP Raven HX 104 Intelligent Vi...

Fargo Electronics, Inc., a global leader in secure technologies for ID card systems, recently announced that Glenn Bottomly, Ph.D., has joined Fargo as director of product marketing for ID software and systems.  Bottomly brings 15 years of software management and development experience to his new position."Among Glenn's strengths is his ability to understand the software user at an intuitive level," said Kathleen Phillips, Executive Vice President of Sales and Marketing for Fa...

Videcon is delighted to announce the appointment of Export Sales Executive, David White.  David has worked in the security industry for 14 years and has a wealth of export sales experience and knowledge.  He joins Videcon from CCTV manufacturer, Baxall, where he held the position of regional account manager, responsible for accounts in Eastern Europe, the middle and Far East.  Previous positions include the role of Export Manager for security distributor Gardiner Security, which h...

Axis Communications recently announced the opening of a sales office in Bangalore, India.  By the local presence, Axis Communications will take full advantage of the booming Indian market, with an initial focus on the transportation and retail sectors."India lies at the forefront in many aspects of IT.  Local knowledge and understanding the Indian culture is key to success in India.  By establishing a local office, we increase our presence and move closer to our customers, th...

LEGIC Identsystems Ltd, the leading supplier of contactless smart card technology for personal identification applications and Dorlet, the principal Spanish company developing and manufacturing access control products and integrating systems, have signed a licence agreement.  Dorlet will integrate the LEGIC contactless technology into a wide range of their security systems.  The Swiss company is thereby strengthening its presence in Spain to an even greater extent by working closely wi...

D-Tec - part of AD Group - is a finalist in the International Achievement category of the influential Security Excellence Awards 2007.  The company is a worldwide leader in CCTV camera-based Video Smoke Detection (VSD), which analyses images to provide early warning of fire, whether accidental or deliberate (arson).The shortlisting of D-Tec reflects its strong global business performance - with sales outside the UK expected to account for more than 83 per cent of turnover for the current fi...

Stretch® Inc. and Pixim Inc. recently jointly announced their partnership to develop solutions for the video surveillance industry based on Pixim's ultra-wide dynamic range image sensors and Stretch's software configurable processor technology.  The result is Stretch's IP Camera Reference Design Kit (RDK), an advanced-feature, multi-standard intelligent network camera that seamlessly supports Pixim's image sensors.  Powered by the Stretch S6105 software configu...

The Anvil Group, specialist in crisis avoidance services, recently announced that it has met the stringent requirements set by the Security Industry Association (SIA) for its best-in-class Close Protection Services.  The Approved Contractor Scheme ensures that businesses requesting close protection for their Senior Executives or Key Personnel can do so from The Anvil Group in the knowledge that it has attained the UK's most rigorous quality standard for a company operating in this field...

Suppliers of certain types of equipment or services to Indian Casinos, including security systems and services, must possess a supplier's licence.  With its comprehensive knowledge and many years of experience in casino surveillance systems, Dallmeier has been awarded a licence by the Barona Gaming Commission.  This makes Dallmeier the first German company obtaining this certificate.The Barona Gaming Commission is a regulatory authority charged with oversight of all gaming occurrin...

TSS (Traffic Safety Systems) - part of AD Group - has been shortlisted as a finalist in two categories of the prestigious Security Excellence Awards 2007, with the company in contention for both the Best Security Innovation and Best Integrated Security Solution awards.  The final results will be announced on 10 October at a ceremony in London's Park Lane.For Best Security Innovation, it was the TSS's advanced PatrolVu mobile digital CCTV system which stood out during the shortlisting proces...

Internationally operating security firm, Octavian Security, has appointed Charles Napier as the company's first training and development manager.Reporting to operations and training director, Jot Englebrecht, Charles will form part of Octavian's SITO registered training division, where he will be responsible for training new recruits and developing the skills of current employees - in addition to training officers from competitor security companies.Charles joins Octavian with over 20 yea...

Dedicated Micros - part of AD Group - has been shortlisted as a finalist in the Best Security Partnering Initiative category of the Security Excellence Awards 2007 for its landmark DM Fusion installer partnership programme, with the final result due to be announced on 10 October at the Hilton Hotel, Park Lane, London.DM Fusion, which was unveiled in May, is designed to deliver enhanced back-up and support to key security professionals and installers across the UK and Ireland, whether it be...

LEGIC Identsystems Ltd, the leading manufacturer of contactless smart card systems for personal identification applications, and NT-ware, provider of software and hardware solutions for managing and monitoring printing and copying processes, have concluded a licence partnership which is of strategic importance to both companies.NT-ware is based in BadIburg in Germany and was founded in 1998.  The company offers its customers products and solutions for workflow optimisation and for boosting...

Secure Design KK ("SDKK") in Tokyo, Japan, a leading fingerprint authentication company, announces a product lineup of e-Passport control systems with fingerprint authentication capability in collaboration with PCS Security Pte Ltd ("PCS") in Singapore.  Both companies renewed their business and technology alliances on 11 June 2007.After the 911 terrorist attacks, the US Department of Homeland Security stated that any traveller entering the US would be required to carry...

Unipart Security Solutions have appointed Anna Davenport as their Sales Manager.Anna will be responsible for promoting the company's services to new clients throughout the UK, as well as ensuring existing clients are provided with the highest levels of after-sales support. Before taking time off to have her son Leo, Anna, who has an Honours Degree in Politics and Sociology, was with Chubb where she was part of a field sales force looking after the Birmingham support centre.Commenting on Anna...

Norbain has released its Summer 2007 catalogue, available in print and on CD.  It is packed full of information, technical tips and advice to help you find the most suitable equipment for your installation.Highlighting the most popular items from Norbain's CCTV, IP, Access Control and Intruder Detection ranges there are also 1,600 new entries and a massive 7,100 products listed in total.  Readers will also notice that new suppliers have been added to the portfolio.  "This...

Vigilant have further expanded their sales team with the appointment of Dave Markland as a Business Development Manager.David, who has worked within the electronic security industry for over 28 years, was until recently National Sales Manager for Cieffe.  Previously David was with Richardson Electronics where, as part of his responsibilities as Market Segment Manager, he was responsible for introducing the company's security products into new territories throughout Scandinavia and the B...

While the Government and the Police keep launching initiatives to reduce the fear of crime, one of Dyno-Secure's most active franchisees has taken a substantial and far more tangible step towards helping the public by opening the first high street store to showcase the security systems available.Home Solutions Services launched its new venture in June when it moved its sales and administration team to a high profile location on Swakeleys Road in Ickenham, Middlesex.  The 1,000 square fo...

LEGIC Identsystems Ltd, the leading manufacturer of contact-less smart card technology for personal identification applications, and AZS System AG, one of the major companies supplying comprehensive and complex solutions in the fields of personnel management, time recording, access control and safety technology, have today signed a license partnership.  AZS already has experience of LEGIC all-in-one card technology, and the deal means that it now has direct access to the technical expertise...

Panasonic System Solutions Europe (PSSEU) has appointed six new students to support and strengthen its EU marketing activities, and build upon the company's relations overseas.The new placement students will be working on their own projects as part of the central marketing team that covers events, exhibitions, point of sale and E-marketing.  In the UK team, Luke Whitehouse will be responsible for marketing and events, Kerry Long for E-Marketing and Gillian Littler for PR.Panasonic...

Axis Communications, the global leader in network video, has published financial results for the first six months of 2007, confirming Axis' strong sales growth of 44 per cent in its core market of network video products and fortifying the company's market leadership both globally and in the EMEA region.For the first six months of 2007, Axis Communications reported total net sales of SEK* (Swedish Krona) 748 M, compared to SEK 540 M for the corresponding period in 2006, delivering an incr...

LEGIC Identsystems Ltd, the world-leading supplier of contact-less smart card technology for personal identification applications, and Dalian Modern Hi-Tech Development Co. Ltd., developer of high-tech software and hardware, and provider of smart card solutions for public transport and electronic payment in China, have agreed on a license partnership.  This agreement strengthens Modern's position in the fast growing market for all-in-one cards in China and provides LEGIC with a renowned...

Paxton Access Limited, a market leader in the design and manufacture of intelligent access control systems, is continuing to enjoy strong expansion, attributable in part to their education to customer support.  The appointment of John Harkins as field sales engineer for Scotland highlights their ongoing commitment to installation companies.Originally John planned for a career in pharmaceutical sales but says his initial intentions were undone when he ‘fell' into the worl...

Complus Teltronic Ltd, a leading supplier of Integrated Intercom Solutions, is pleased to announce the opening of its new offices in Runcorn, Cheshire.  The new office will house the northern Service Team.  This will enable a more dedicated, rapid response to customers in the north of England, Scotland and Northern Ireland.Alongside the service department, a new demonstration / meeting area is available for customers to view the latest intercom products and technology and attend pre-ar...

IMS Research's latest report on Explosives, Weapons & Contraband (EWC) Detection Equipment highlights the rapid growth for people screening equipment.  Metal detectors have formed the backbone of the people screening market since the seventies but are somewhat limited in their detection capability and are increasingly being complemented by newer technologies with broader sensory capability.  The increasing number of incidents involving Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs) has dr...

MITIE has recently secured a three-year contract with the Airline Operators Committee (AOC) at Bristol International Airport, making the company the sole supplier for hold baggage screening.The contract, which commenced on 9 July 2007, involves a dedicated team of 26 security specialists working 24 hours per day undertaking multi-stage screening of all hold baggage, prior to it being loaded onto departing aircraft. The success builds upon a thirteen-year relationship within aviation at Bristol I...

Dowshu Electronica Ltd continues to grow and develop, and as a result is pleased to announce the appointment of Shaun Southall to the post of Area Sales Manager for the South of the UK. Shaun brings a wealth of security industry experience and success to the role.  He previously worked for a leading security distribution company for 5 years, rising to the role of team leader.  Shaun won numerous company awards for his sales acumen and succeeded in quadrupling sales from his previous cu...

Students reflect on what security means to them.Panasonic Security Systems, a division of Panasonic System Solutions Company (PSSA), and Panasonic Authorized Dealer Allen Security & Consulting of Wendell, NC, recently sponsored an essay contest at three Raleigh, NC area schools.  Students from East Wake Academy, Zebulon GT Magnet Middle School, and Wakelon Elementary School were asked to write an essay about what security meant to them. Panasonic provided 20 lucky students with MP3 play...