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Scati continues its international expansion plans and sets the establishment of its brand in Brazil After the success obtained in large CCTV-system projects like the 1,600 public schools in the State of São Paulo, the Spanish company shows its commitment to the Brazilian market and opens its Brazilian subsidiary in São Paulo. From there, the Brazilian market and other countries of the Southern Cone will be managed. Scati, the manufacturer specialising in the des...

The award is a testament to members’ growing acceptance of their ability to integrate with IP cameras, encoders and DVRs Milestone Systems, the open platform company in IP video management software (VMS), has received The Outstanding Vendor Award from PSA Security two years in a row. This award is given in recognition of the ratings received from the cooperative’s constituents about vendor products, customer service and overall consistency. For nearly four decades...

Thermal video analytics identify intruders despite background water movement or glare off the water Ports represent a major point of vulnerability that could have potentially devastating effects on a nation’s economy. Securing a nation's ports is essential, and port perimeter security is the first line of defence against disruption to global commerce. In this article, SightLogix CEO, John Romanowich, explains how thermal cameras with embedded video analytics have bec...

The acquisition is expected to complement Tyco's video technology portfolio while strengthening its presence in the market Tyco announced today that the company has reached an agreement to acquire Exacq Technologies, a developer of open architecture video management systems (VMS) for security and surveillance applications for $150 million in cash. The acquisition is expected to complement Tyco Security Products' video technology portfolio while strengthening its...

Genetec, a pioneer in the physical security industry and a leading provider of world-class unified IP security solutions, announced the availability of Stratocast, its powerful Video Surveillance as a Service (VSaaS) powered by Microsoft Corp.'s Windows Azure cloud-computing platform. Stratocast delivers high-end and reliable video surveillance service for small and mid-sized businesses without the costs and complexities associated with installing and managing on-premise hardware and storage. St...

Grippon installed 40 Avigilon HD 1 MP and 2 MP cameras to monitor the interior and exterior of the store Challenge Secure over 21,500 square feet of brand new retail space, reduce theft, minimise accidents, safeguard the store’s perimeter and parking lot. Solution The IT staff at Grippon, a popular retail chain in Brazil, manages the system from their desktops using Avigilon Control Center (ACC) with High-Definition Stream Management™ (HDSM). The company install...

The publication provides original, vendor-neutral analyses of security technologies from industry leaders The Security Industry Association has launched a new journal about security technology called SIA Technology Insights. The publication provides original, exclusive, vendor-neutral analyses of emerging security technologies from industry leaders. Produced with the end-user in mind, SIA Technology Insights is intended to help chief security officers, security directors and...

The report entitled “The World Market for CCTV and Video Surveillance Equipment – 2013 edition” is available now from IHS Milestone Systems and Genetec last year were evenly matched as the top suppliers of video management software (VMS) in a market worth more than half a billion dollars, according to a new report on video surveillance equipment from IMS Research, now part of IHS Inc. The global VMS market for CCTV and video surveillance was valued at more t...

For many companies, the current state of their access control infrastructure is best described as being fractured Identity management has now become a very important requirement for companies. The challenge, of course, lies in proper integration of different physical access control systems with an identity management system. Sophisticated security software can help overcome this challenge, says Ajay Jain, President and CEO of Quantum Secure, who adds that increasing regulatory...

Darren has over 15 years of experience in industrial sales and sales management Digital camera specialist Basler, one of the world’s largest producers of digital cameras for industrial and security applications, has appointed Darren Burleson as a new Director of Sales for Basler, Inc. Darren will be responsible for Basler's camera customers in North and South America. The entire Basler, Inc sales and support team will report to Darren in his new role. Darren has over 15...

American Dynamics, part of the Security Products business unit of Tyco, recently introduced its new Illustra 600 Series of High Definition (HD) IP Box and Bullet Cameras. The Illustra 600 Series Box and Bullet cameras deliver exceptional HD video quality in all lighting conditions. The True Day/Night and Wide Dynamic Range features provide superior low-light performance, saving on bandwidth and storage costs. In industries such as banking, retail, aviation or any business where there are large...

The Hytera DMR solution with SmartDispatch system and mobile terminals PD78X/MD78X were implemented across the city Background Cachoeirinha is located in the metropolitan area of Porto Alegre with 43 km² and approximately 120 thousand inhabitants. The City is well known for having the headquarters of important national and international companies, earning a high rate of GST (Goods and Service Tax). The City Government is largely geared to the welfare of the local society...

Hotel Dieu Grace Hospital is the premiere tertiary acute care hospital in Windsor-Essex County, Ontario, Canada. Combining a century old tradition of compassionate care with cutting edge diagnostic imaging technology, Hotel Dieu Grace Hospital leads the provision of advanced care in the areas of complex trauma, renal dialysis, acute mental health, advanced cardiac care, stroke and neurosurgical care and the broad foundation of medical and surgical services required to support these areas of spec...

The electro-optic systems will be supplied as part of the "Sisfron" Integrated Border Monitoring System Elbit Systems Ltd. announced that AEL International Ltd., a subsidiary of AEL Sistemas S.A., which is a Brazilian subsidiary of Elbit Systems, was awarded a contract to supply electro-optic observation systems to Savis Tecnologia e Sistemas S.A, a subsidiary of Embraer Defesa & Segurança S.A., wholly-owned by Embraer S.A. The contract value is in an amount that is...

Acquiring emergency phones is an effective way to improve security and safety How to maximise security capabilities of call boxes and emergency phonesFrom embedding a security camera to adding video surveillance capabilities to a call box to using emergency phone towers to provide enhanced perimeter security, some simple tips can significantly improve the utility of an emergency phone system for security applications. Here, Sam Shanes, Chairman at Talk-A-Phone, enumerat...

Bosch’s IPP plans to offer new level of interoperable solutions to fit any application’s specific needs Aimetis Corp., a global leader in intelligent IP video management solutions, recently announced an enhanced partnership with Bosch Security Systems. The program being introduced by Bosch Security Systems is the Integration Partner Program (IPP). The goal of this program is to offer a new level of interoperable solutions to fit any application’s specific ne...

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...

VideoIQ, the recognised leader in advanced video analytic surveillance solutions, recently announced VideoIQ Mobile is now available for Android devices in addition to the already released Apple IOS. VideoIQ Mobile enables users to monitor and respond to events detected by their VideoIQ prevention solution with instant notifications, live event verification and audio talk-down. VideoIQ Mobile gives users instant access 7x24x365 regardless of where you are in the world, to those events that matte...

Winsted celebrates its 50th anniversary with the introduction of new products to its range of equipment solutions Leading control room furniture manufacturer Winsted recently announces that it has won the Queens Award for Enterprise in the International Trade category. This prestigious accolade marks the second consecutive year Winsted has been recognised in the Queen’s Awards for Enterprise, having won its first in 2012. Winsted’s achievement comes as the company...

The new location is based in Sao Paulo, Brazil's largest city FST21, a leading technology company specializing in the field of automation and security, has recently expanded its operation with the opening of a new office in Brazil. The new location is based in São Paulo, Brazil's largest city, and also the largest city proper in the southern hemisphere and Americas. The office is staffed by eight administrative, sales and technical personnel who serve FST21's growing c...

Many forward-thinking organisations are rightly reassessing their security options In many industries, security and dependability are at the forefront of customers’ minds. But the fact is that firewalls and encryptions will only ever form part of the solution. Jon Mooney and Dave Bulless, security experts at Ingersoll Rand in the US and UK respectively, discuss the benefits of biometric technology in the protection of people, businesses and assets. Highlighting the many...

Streit Group will display its Spartan and Typhoon vehicles at LAAD Defence & Security 2013 Streit Group, the world’s largest privately-owned vehicle armouring company, is looking to Latin America as a new and potentially strong market for future growth. With over 100 models across a range of product categories – including luxury vehicles for VIP protection, cash in transit, security and commercial, and tactical military vehicles – the company is deliverin...

Zvi Peled will report to DVTEL President and CEO Yoav Stern Learn more about how DVTEL can secure your business at DVTEL's unique event in London. Click here for more info. DVTEL, INC., the video surveillance solutions provider, has appointed Zvi Peled as Chief Operating Officer. Peled will report to DVTEL President and CEO Yoav Stern, and will assume responsibility for all company operations. Peled is a seasoned senior executive who moi'mst recently served as CEO of Apollo...

NICE will demonstrate Situator Express, its security management solution NICE Systems announced that it will feature enhancements to its integrated product portfolio, which address security, safety, and operational risks, at its booth (#24087) at ISC West 2013. It will also demonstrate its new cost-effective security management solution, Situator Express. The conference takes place at the Sands Convention Center in Las Vegas, April 10-12. “We’re excited to return...

Building Technologies will serve the needs of MOBOTIX integrators and end users throughout the country MOBOTIX, the industry-leading provider of high-resolution, network-based security solutions, announces an agreement with Building Technologies as an authorised MOBOTIX Distributor for Canada. Based in Edmonton, Alberta, Building Technologies' value-added distribution approach will supply technical, training, business and consultation support to serve the needs of MOBOTIX inte...

PSIM enables Safe Cities and Education facilities to realise the full potential of their security investment CNL Software, a world leader in Physical Security Information Management (PSIM) software, will be exhibiting at ISC West Las Vegas April 10-12, 2013 - explaining how PSIM is enabling both Safe Cities and Education facilities to realise the full potential of their security investment by creating unified command centres and implementing joint response plans. Ensuring the...

Each reader is compatible with aptiQ smart credentials, including MIFARE Classic and MIFARE DESfire EV1 Ingersoll Rand recently announced that access control administrators can now simplify credential enrollment by using one of two new readers, the aptiQ SUSB89 USB Reader or the aptiQ Serial Enrollment Reader, to enroll a smart card into their access control system using their own computer. No software is required to operate either reader. Both readers function on any operatin...

DVTEL will also provide conference attendees with a first look at its Latitude 6.3 NVMS Learn more about how DVTEL can secure your business at DVTEL's unique event in London. Click here for more info. DVTEL, INC., the video surveillance solutions provider, will showcase its innovative analytic technologies, as well as its Quasar camera series, TruWitness mobile application and Meridian Network Video Recorder at the 2013 ISC West Conference, which will be held April 10-12, 201...

The new Fluidmesh logo represents the product line through specific characteristics Fluidmesh Networks, a worldwide leader in wireless backhauling systems for security, industrial, and mission-critical applications, is pleased to announce a major rebranding initiative and the unveiling of its new logo. A young and dynamic company, Fluidmesh certainly wasn't in need of a facelift. But, as Cosimo Malesci, Fluidmesh co-founder and VP of Sales and Marketing, explains, “We d...

The lineup will include enhanced versions of several Honeywell products The cloud, mobile-device proliferation, and easier system integration are some of today’s key technology trends reflected in the new products and services Honeywell will showcase at ISC West 2013 in Las Vegas next month. The lineup will include enhanced versions of several Honeywell products that have drawn praise from the security dealer and integrator communities for their abilities to simplify ins...