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 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...

  ADT locks down door-entry systems with BPT ADT, Europe's leading provider of electronic fire and security solutions, has announced that BPT Security Systems UKwill be a chosen partner for video and audio door entry systems supplied by ADT. The new partnership came into force in 2011 and covers the UK and EMEA region. BPT Security Systems has been a long-standing partner of ADT, supplying bespoke and high-end door entry systems for specialist applications and la...

 Selecting the optimum power supply for a system is critical to an installation  When it comes to selecting power supplies, knowledge is power. Determining the power requirements of every systems product, taking into account their integration with one another is critical to ensure that you are selecting and installing the power solutions most appropriate for your installation. Such information will enable you to select the power supplies that will be required to keep your security sys...

   Ingersoll Rand supplies PegaSys CEM systems to CEM Systems  Ingersoll Rand has announced a new link-up to supply its PegaSys electronic locking system to CEM Systems to complement their existing integrated access control and security management solutions. PegaSys provides a wireless intelligent, cost effective and quick way to upgrade traditional mechanical doors into a fully electronically-controlled access system. It provides a simple solution to...

Aerodrom Ljubljana, which operates Jože Punik Ljubljana Airport, has long term plans for it to become the aviation hub for the whole region. With Slovenia's entry into the EU and admission to Schengen in 2007 came the need to increase airport capacity. In the first stage of a two-stage project, the existing passenger terminal (T1) has been renovated and a whole new 6,000 square metre storey added. The extra space together with four new jetways now facilitate the separation of Schengen and non-Sc...

ADI Global Distribution, dedicated to delivering complete multi-brand security solutions, launches a joint promotion with Optex, a leading manufacturerof detectors, on the AX-TFR wireless beam products. Throughout May and June, ADI will be offering free batteries for the 60m AX-200TF and AX-200TFRTI range to all installers. "Optex has seen a dramatic increase in demand for active beams last year as installers of external detection systems insisted upon improved performance and cost efficien...

 Dealing with rising airport security threats  demand more innovative solutions   With the rise in large security threats since the commencement of this century, security of airports has become paramount. Looking into this issue Ashley Smith, BSIA (British Security industry Association) Civil Aviation Security Section Chairman, explains how a mix of properly interfaced security systems working in conjunction with monitoring and response staff offers a cost...

NICE Situator, industry-leading open situation management platform, can help public safety operations enhance emergency preparedness, improve situational awareness and streamline incident response NICE Systems Ltd. today introduced NICE Situator for public safety. The solution builds on NICE's leading Situation Management capabilities in the security sector to help public safety operations enhance emergency preparedness, improve situational awareness and streamline incident response. NICE will d...

 Migrating from analogue to HD surveillance solutions  Globally, the video surveillance market has been slow to move beyond its analogue origins. Many analogue technologies or first generation network video management systems installed in the last decade are now aging, becoming less reliable and unable to deliver the quality and coverage most security professionals demand. Increasing video quality using these older solutions requires an unmanageably large number of...

   IFSEC 2011 draws an array security professionals to view the latest technology innovations in the industry More than 25,468* security professionals and key decision makers from across the globe congregated at IFSEC from 16-19 May 2011 at the NEC, Birmingham, UK, a 12% increase year on year, confirming why IFSEC is the world’s leading annual security event.Uniting an even greater number of security managers and directors from an array of disciplines within the security sect...

  iOmniscient masters Video Analytics applications and thrives in the airport industry iOmniscient provides the most comprehensive suite of Video Analytics applications, which has specially designed of the crowded and complex Airport industry. Airports consist of multiple departments such as Security, Safety, Operational, Airlines, Police, Quarantine, Immigration, Traffic Management, Car Park Management, Retail and Cargo each of which may have their own specific requirements and object...

  SALTO created success at IFSEC with record number of visitors at its stand SALTO's decision to go for its biggest ever exhibition stand at IFSEC 2011 proved to be a resounding success. "We had a constant stream of visitors to our stand during all four days of the show," said Marc Handels, Vice President Marketing and Sales of SALTO Systems."There were times during the show when there was hardly any room to move around on the stand as it was packed with visitors all...

Understanding the complexities of the transform matrix In the concluding part of this 3-part review of the H.264 video compression standard, Kate Huber, Peter de Konink and Piet Nieuwets of Siqura discuss the transform, quantisation and entropy encoding - various block-encoding steps following motion estimation. Describing data in the transform matrix In contrast to the motion estimation step, the transform phase in the encoding process is relatively similar in H.2...