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 John Bedrick is the new CMO and VP of product management at Opengear Opengear, provider of next generation console server and remote management solutions announced the hiring of John Bedrick as chief marketing officer and vice president of product management. Bedrick brings deep expertise across all aspects of enterprise security, including authentication, encryption, firewall, identity/access management and intrusion detection/prevention. Before joining Opengear, Bedrick served chief ma...

 IPSA is building on its course base for supervisors, officers and trainersThe International Professional Security Association (IPSA) has recently reintroduced a specialist but limited Maritime Sector to deal with the increased needs of the maritime industry as they affect members, and company contracts. IPSA is offering, within its training programme, courses not only at Port Facility Security Officer and Ship's Security Officer level, but also for manned guarding companies involved in th...

 Dallmeier cameras have completed required factory testing at LenelDallmeier IP cameras have received the Lenel factory certification for their interface to the OnGuard access control system. Tested products include both box (DF3000IP), dome (DDF3000IPV) and PTZ cameras (DDZ30xxIP DOMERA) as well as the MicroStreamer."Dallmeier has completed required factory testing at Lenel to validate the functionality of its integration to OnGuard. We look forward to their continued involvement in...

 The outlook of the access control is bright despite economic downturn Belying the tough economic environment in which it is operating globally, the security industry is apparently ‘weathering the storm' quite well. Despite some expected adverse impact of the economic downturn, overall the security industry has been relatively immune and resilient compared to some other sectors. This could well be because of the growth in unemployment and higher crime rates necessi...

  IMS Research suggests growth in Europe in could-based video surveillance Remote home security is growing rapidly in Europe as cloud-based services become more readily available to householders, according to fresh insights from IMS Research, the leading independent provider of market research and consultancy to the global electronics industry. IMS Research forecasts that the European cloud-based video surveillance market will grow by over 20 percent from 2010 t...

Honeywell unveiled three new H.264, True Day/Night cameras; the HCD5MIHX box camera, the HD3MDIHX fixed mini dome for indoor use and the HD4MDIHX, a vandal resistant fixed mini dome. The cameras all use efficient compression technology to provide high picture quality at minimal bandwidth. Network and storage limitations have long been a barrier to the adoption of high definition (HD) cameras. Each new model provides 720p image quality at lower bandwidth by using H.264 compression to reduce t...

 The merger between Fujinon and FUJIFILM has been officially publishedOn 27 July 2011 the completed merger of Fujinon (Europe) GmbH into FUJIFILM Europe GmbH was published. With this merger Fujifilm made a major step towards the consolidation and integration of core business activities in Europe. Prior to that, in July 2010, FUJIFILM Corporation, Tokyo, had absorbed its wholly-owned direct subsidiary Fujinon Corporation. Following that move, respective changes were initi...

  Avigilon continues advancing state-of-the-art surveillance camerasAvigilon, a leader in high-definition (HD) and megapixel video surveillance solutions, unveiled a number of new products at ASIS 2011 today including the 29 megapixel (MP) JPEG2000 HD Pro Camera, a powerful high-definition surveillance camera.Avigilon designed and developed the JPEG2000 HD Pro Camera series, which now starts at 8 MP and goes all the way up to 29 MP. The JPEG2000 HD Pro Camera's clarity, resolution, and...

Vigitron's UTP power combiner and transceiver hubs have been installed at a major new-build bakery complex in the south-west of England. The units are being used with analogue dome cameras from Panasonic and Videcon's Concept Pro in a structured wiring system for both security, management and general logistical monitoring. The machine vision aspect of the project allows management to follow the entire production line from ingredient mixing and preparation through baking, packaging and despatch,...

  Fibre optics enhances the operation and business bottom line of surveillance solutions Designers and end users of security systems, integrators and installers must consider and balance the functionality required of a video surveillance camera with its methods of transmission. This is the first of a 3-part examination by Mark Wilson, Marketing Vice President of Infinova, of how chief security officers (CSOs), directors and managers can understand the benefits of and...

 Simon Siew will oversee all functions relating to APAC sales, technical support and customer logisticsHID Global, trusted leader in solutions for the delivery of secure identity, recently announced Simon Siew has joined HID Global as the Managing Director, Identity and Access Management of Asia Pacific (APAC).  In his new role, Mr. Siew is responsible for driving the company's business objectives and financial performance as well as the successful promotion of the HID Global brand in...

  MOBOTIX's sales growth and EBIT-margin could be further increased in comparison to last year The fiscal year results at a glance (July 1, 2010 to June 30, 2011): Sales: €73.2 million (+ 36%)Export ratio: 76%EBIT: €19.2 million (+ 58%)EBIT in % of total output: 25%Net income for the period (after taxes): €13.2 million (+ 58%)Earnings per share €3.00 (+ 59%)MOBOTIX AG, system provider of high-resolution and network-based video security systems, announces the Gr...

 The detection and remote signalling device were customised to deter thieves at various isolated sitesOptex Europe has been working closely with an installer to create a bespoke wireless detection and signalling solution for remote sites, earning it accolades from installers and customers alike.Kent-based ICL Solutions has recently completed several projects incorporating the Optex battery powered AX-TFR active beam range and a specialised battery powered GPRS control signalling device from...

Suprema, a leading provider of biometric technologies and ID solutions, unveils BioStation T2, a high-end fingerprint IP access terminal.  BioStation T2 is an IP access control terminal offering fingerprint, RFID and PIN authentication with a camera for face image capturing and video phone interface.  Its 5 inch touchscreen LCD with intuitive graphic user interface provides superb usability and convenience. The device is loaded with world's best performing Suprema fingerprint algo...

 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...

 Smart Reporting is achieved through constant end to end communications between ARC and alarm systemCorps Security has become the latest company to partner with WebWayOne in order to enhance the security offering of its Glasgow based Monitoring Centre. Corps Security's use of Webway's Smart Reporting architecture negates false alarm, user error and faulty signalling issues."When purchasing a monitored alarm system, customers are buying the confidence that a confirmed alarm will be rec...

  The Cassidian portfolio comprises defence and security productsCassidian adapts its organisation in order to create a further empowered and streamlined customer-oriented structure across the globe. The new organisation is based on two pillars: customer proximity and programme execution. In addition, a strong focus is set on cyber security. "The ultimate purpose of this new organisation is to ensure that we are more responsive to our customers, both at home and worldwide and to c...

  BSIA issues a firm position statement on third party testing and certification The Security Equipment Manufacturers (SEMS) Section of the British Security Industry Association (BSIA) has issued a firm position statement on third party testing, calling for the European Union to implement a fair, unified testing and certification regime to facilitate free trade for security manufacturers throughout EU member countries. Current procedures require security equipment manufacturers to get...

  Nicole Passonno Stott visits IndigoVision's facilities and is shown the company's new IP camera developments Astronaut Nicole Passonno Stott's recent visit to IndigoVision, the Edinburgh-based IP Video Security solutions manufacturer, was a remarkable event for the company. Nicole was a crew member on the historic 39th and final mission of space shuttle Discovery in February 2011, a 13-day flight to the International Space Station (ISS). She has had a distinguished career in NASA and...

  No more confusion: high definition and megapixel resolution explained  The growing popularity of IP-based video systems in the video surveillance market provides the ability to capture high-resolution images through megapixel video. The use of HDTV standards in the consumer video market is becoming more prevalent. The images produced by this new generation of surveillance cameras are often collectively referred to as high-definition (HD) or as megapixel images. Sin...

  Aimetis is only one of four companies to achieve top ten status in all three regions of the worldAimetis Corp., a global leader in intelligent IP video management software, recently announced that they are now ranked #6 in global market share for the software-only vendors of open platform network video management software, according to the 2011 edition of IMS Research's "World Market for CCTV and Video Surveillance Equipment" report."Aimetis continues to gain market sh...

 Siqura will present its solutions at the booth of its partner CeronaSiqura B.V., manufacturer of advanced video surveillance solutions and member of TKH Group, recently announced its intention to participate in the Salon APS 2011 trade show in Paris, France, from September 20th through the 22nd. Siqura will present its solutions at the booth of its partner, Cerona, an experienced provider of spectrally efficient satellite network solutions (booth B57).Visit Siqura at Salon APS (booth...

 Panasonic appoints Giuseppe Cinquemani as Sales Manager  for South East AreaGiuseppe recently joined Panasonic System Network Europe (PSNE) as South East Area Sales Manager. Giuseppe brings with him more that sixteen years experience from Ingram Micro and Axis Communications where he helped establish a distribution channel and partner programme for IP surveillance.  Giuseppe's invaluable IP surveillance and account management knowledge will enhance the collective knowledge and ex...

Samsung has added to its SMT range of TFT LCD environmentally friendly monitors with the introduction of new High Definition 32" and 40" models. As is the case with existing 17" and 19" models, the 32" SMT-3223 and 40" SMT-4023 are designed specifically for use in professional security systems. They are certain to attract the interest of installers looking to provide their clients with a competitively priced display solution but without any compromise on quality, an...

 IMS Research suggest do it yourself video surveillance market set for high growthIn 2010, the European consumer and DIY video surveillance equipment market was estimated to be worth over $100 million, according to a new report from IMS Research. The region is forecast to grow at a similar rate to the Americas market; however, the competitive environment within Europe could offer branded suppliers a significant opportunity to capture market share from local unbranded equipment vendors....

 IndigoVision's IP video surveillance solution secures mining complex on French island of GuadeloupeIndigoVision’s integrated IP Video surveillance solution is being used to ensure the safety, security and smooth operation of a remote mining complex on the French island of Guadeloupe in the Caribbean.The mine is operated by Sablières de Guadeloupe and uses a surface mining process to extract up to 2m tonnes of sand, gravel and other aggregates for the construction industry per...

  Francesco Della Mora, Comnet Europe Ltd. Regional Sales Manager for Southern EuropeComNet Europe Ltd of Leeds in the United Kingdom, the leading manufacturer of fiber optic transmission and networking equipment, has appointed Francesco Della Mora as Regional Sales Manager for Southern Europe. With growing sales Della Mora will be responsible for establishing and managing the company’s relationships with its key customers in the region. Francesco Della Mora was EMEA Re...

  Hikvision network cameras ranked first at the 2011 IMS Research Results show For two consecutive years, Hikvision was recognized as the No. 1 worldwide supplier of DVRs by IMS Research ‘World Market for CCTV and Video Surveillance Equipment Report 2011'. Of particular note, for the very first time, Hikvision was ranked No. 7 in the category of network cameras. In terms of CCTV & Video Surveillance Equipment, Hikvision moved up from last year's fifth position to No. 4 f...

 The SightLogix SightSensor is now integrated with Panasonic's Network Video Recorder for improved surveillanceSightLogix, Inc., the leader in outdoor video analytics cameras for perimeter security applications, has announced compatibility between its SightSensor® automated outdoor detection cameras and Panasonic's i-Pro WJ-ND400 Network Video Recorder (NVR). The integrated system enables end users and integrators to deploy a seamless outdoor video security solution. "Pan...

  QNAP NAS products placed at the top of NAS chart in German CHIP magazine QNAP Systems, Inc. is delighted to announce that 4 of its Turbo NAS lineup were included in the top 5 list of the July 2011 issue of CHIP Magazine, Germany, among which the TS-239 Pro II topped the chart."It is tremendous honour to be affirmed by one of the most influential technology magazines from Germany," said Meiji Chang, CEO of QNAP Systems, Inc. On the NAS chart, the QNAP TS-112, TS-239 Pro...