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 Leon Rose, Area Sales Manager at LEGIC and Ed Heyden, Managing Director of Securit World, are looking forward to a successful partnership LEGIC Identsystems Ltd, the leading manufacturer of contactless smart card systems for personal identification applications and Securit World Ltd, leading suppliers of ID systems and printers, have agreed on a new licence contract. This will result in a broad range of products using LEGIC highly secure contactless technology and benefiting from Secu...

 Colin Burgess and Tim Biddulph have joined the UK and Ireland sales team Samsung Techwin's Professional Security division has further strengthened its UK & Ireland sales team with the recruitment of Colin Burgess and Tim Biddulph. Colin Burgess, who has spent the last four years as National Accounts Field Sales for Norbain and whose twenty-two year career has seen him gain experience working for Philips and Visimetrics, has been recruited by Samsung Techwin as Account Manager...

 Pick-a-Point Icon has been designed to be intuitive for operators and builds on the success of earlier variants Dedicated Micros - part of AD Group - highlighted the installation and end user benefits of integrator BBV's enhanced Pick-a-Point Icon Digital Matrix solution at the recent IIPSEC 2009 exhibition. This is now fully integrated with the latest range of DV-IP products, including the HighVu Excel, DV-IP Server, Decoder, RT and HD. The new Pick-a-Point Icon also has HDMI interfaces a...

 Raytec's security systems have to withstand extreme weather conditions The latest IR lighting technology from Raytec is being installed at the Anchorage Christian School in Alaska as part of an upgrade to a 30-plus camera CCTV system.As well as supporting an advanced IP video system, the Raymax 200 illuminators at the site have to withstand extreme weather conditions ranging from -30º C to  60º C including snow, ice and polar winds.The installer, Tecpro, was g...

  Security specialist will be available on stand number 637 to advise corporations and TMCs on duty of care obligationsThe Anvil Group, a specialist in crisis avoidance services, recently announced that it will be exhibiting at this year's Business Travel Show - 10th-12th of February at Earls Court in London. Located on stand 637, The Anvil Group will be demonstrating its Employee Travel Monitoring Solution (ETMS) and Travel Risk Intelligence System (TRIS) as part of the show's Corpora...

 G4Tec expands range and increases flexibilityGroup 4 Technology is pleased to announce that the Symmetry™ Security Management System (SMS) now integrates with a wide range of IP network cameras from Bosch, Panasonic and Sony. "We are pleased to be able to offer our customers increased flexibility by integrating with such respected, market leading brands as Bosch, Sony and Panasonic," said David Ella, Chief Technology Officer for Group 4 Technology. Expanding integration to...

 MOBOTIX wins major award at IIPSEC 2009MOBOTIX AG, a leading manufacturer of digital high-resolution, network-based video security systems has won the converted "IP User Group Award" presented at this years IIPSEC 2009 event. Mobotix, which beat competition from Dedicated Micros and JVC, was selected by the highest vote from a poll of 16,000 IPUG members across the UK.Mike Lewis, MOBOTIX UK & Eire Country Manager, accepting the award at the IIPSEC Gala dinner commented:...

 J.M. Allain, President of Panasonic System Solutions, addresses attendees at the ceremonyAs the "Official Technology Partner" Panasonic System Solutions will help create a world-class sports and entertainment experience. When a new Major League Soccer stadium and waterfront complex opens in 2010 just south of Philadelphia, along the historic Delaware River in Chester, PA, it will incorporate a networked surveillance system based on Internet protocol from Panasonic System Sol...

  Pixim's John Monti to present seminar at IP-In-Action LIVE in Los AngelesWhat: John Monti, vice president of marketing and business development for Pixim Inc., will present "IP Imaging Enhancement with All-Digital Technology" at IP-In-Action LIVE Los Angeles. The event is sponsored by the IP UserGroup USA, a dedicated security technology forum providing unparalleled education in IP within physical security applications. Monti will discuss various imaging technologies and ho...

In this article, Carlos Alonso, Director - Intrusion Detection Systems, Bosch, focuses on the two sets of guidelines that exist for the most popular detectors on the security market: EN50131-2-2 for passive infrared detectors, and EN50131-2-4 that relates to a combination of passive infrared and microwave detectors. The aim is to outline the standards that all manufacturers must adhere to New European standards for electronic intrusion detection improve product quality...

 AEGIS illuminators help film crew capture images for the BBC 'Big Cat Live' seriesAEGIS UFLED infrared (IR) Illuminators from Derwent, members of the Bosch Group, were used by the BBC's Natural History Unit to monitor the behaviour of the Marsh Pride of big cats at night, in Kenya's world-famous Masai Mara game reserve.The Big Cat Live series, broadcast live on BBC One in October 2008, featured live web-casting allowing audiences to watch footage 24-hours a day from the heart of Africa's m...

 SALTO report high visitor number at INTERSEC SALTO Systems says this year's INTERSEC show really paid dividends for the company, providing increased visitor numbers, many end user enquiries and quality new business leads."We were very busy during the show demonstrating our highly flexible new range of integrated RFID access control products" says Victor Hage, SALTO Systems MEA Regional Manager."Although some markets have contracted a little due to the global s...

 The new face recognition system assures boarding pass authenticationC-True Imaging Ltd. (C-True) is introducing the C-Gate system, a boarding pass authentication solution using face recognition technology. The C-GATE system assures that ticketed passengers will be allowed to board only their proper flight.The system was launched at IATA's AVSEC 2008 conference, in Seoul, South Korea and gained substantial interest by aviation security officials.C-Gate offers an innovative breakthrough solu...

 The inaugural Integrated Systems Middle East Africa (ISMEA) tradeshow has been postponedIntegrated Systems Events, LLC, and UBMI UAE Jersey Limited (formerly CMPi UAE Jersey Limited) have announced the postponement of the inaugural Integrated Systems Middle East Africa (ISMEA) tradeshow. Originally scheduled to be held 23-24 March 2009 at the Abu Dhabi Exhibition Center (ADNEC), the show will now be staged at a later date."We had a tremendous response from the AV and electronic system...

  Vidicore will be presenting Pivot3's video-optimized storage solution at Stand 121  Pivot3 and Mirasys partner to present a complete video management solution at IIPSEC 2009. Vidicore, the European representatives for Pivot3, will be exhibiting the Pivot3 and Mirasys solutions at Stand 121. Iain Cameron, Vidicore's UK Representative, invites you to come and visit us for comprehensive presentation of this enterprise solution along with our team of experts. Vidicore...

  Arecont's new line of H.264 high definition cameras will be on display at Stand 121  Pivot3 and Arecont Vision team up to present a complete high-definition camera and storage solution at IIPSEC 2009. Vidicore, the European representatives for Pivot3, will be exhibiting the Pivot3 and Arecont Vision solutions at Stand 121. Iain Cameron, Vidicore's UK Representative, invites you to come and visit us for comprehensive presentation of this unique s...

  Omnicast has proven to be the solution of choice in numerous industries Pivot3 and Genetec partner to present a complete video management solution at IIPSEC 2009. Vidicore, the European representatives for Pivot3, will be exhibiting the Pivot 3 and Genetec solutions at Stand 121.  Iain Cameron, Vidicore's UK Representative, invites you to come and visit us for comprehensive presentation of this enterprise solution along with our team of experts. Vidicore will pre...

  Dallmeier digital CCTV products selected by Southamption City Council to secure run down tower blocksSouthampton City Council received a surprising answer when it asked residents what should be improved in a group of run-down tower blocks. "We wondered whether people would want the exteriors of the blocks to be brightened up, but that wasn't their top priority," says service development manager Paul Paskins. "They gave us a really clear message that the most...

   Samsung Electronics IP camera range to integrate with Milestone video management software Samsung Electronics, the industry leader in visual devices, semiconductor, mobile, networking, consumer electronics and video surveillance technology, has officially announced the successful integration of its newly released IP camera models (SNC-B2315, SNC-B5395, SNC-M300) with leading VMS (Video Management Software) providers Milestone Systems and On-Net Surveillance Systems...

Jeremy Kimber, Honeywell's EMEA Marketing Leader, lays out the key points to consider when choosing a converged access control solution. In the past few years, perhaps no security industry buzzword has been defined in articles and promotional materials as many times as 'convergence'. These definitions have most commonly referred to the integration of physical  Convergence of physical and traditional IT systems can provide compelling security benefits for an enterprise securit...

 Samsung Techwin has announced the introduction of a three-year warranty on its entire range of CCTV products. The new warranty terms, which came into effect on the 1st January 2009, are part of the company's commitment to service and product excellence. "Our products are highly reliable and we are pleased to pass on the benefits of this reliability to our customers," said James Smith, Marketing Manager for Samsung Techwin's dedicated European professional security division....

  Tri-City Mechanical use Schlage software to reduce false alarm calls at its 77,000 square foot facility.  Ingersoll Rand Security Technologies announced that Tri-City Mechanical, a 512-employee design/build contractor in Chandler, Ariz., is using Schlage bright blue web-enabled access control software and Schlage wireless access control locking systems to reduce false alarm calls at its 77,000 square foot facility.  "We had an incident, people weren't locking...

 Immervision annouces the appointment of a new vice-president of Finance  ImmerVision, the expert in 360° Panoramic Imaging Technology, announces the appointment of Frederic Belanger as Vice President of Finance. Belanger joins ImmerVision from GE Capital, a provider of financial solutions to a broad range of businesses, where he led the Canadian syndication capital markets activities.  Belanger, a Chartered Accountant, holds a Bachelor of Commerce degree in Acc...

  John Sayer, recently appointed to European Technical Sales Manager for MAXxess SystemsJohn Sayer has been appointed European Technical Sales Manager for MAXxess Systems.John is a seasoned security industry professional with specialist access control knowledge acquired over a twenty-year career which includes ten years with Johnson Controls, where he was European Access Control Product Manager and nine years with Cardkey.Commenting on John's appointment, Lee Copland, Managing Director...

 IQsummit events in 2008 in Philadelphia and the Netherlands a great success  IQinVision, market leader in high-performance IQeye megapixel network cameras, smart IP cameras, and network video recording systems,recently announced the successful completion of it first-ever IQsummit events held in Philadelphia, PA and Utrecht, the Netherlands.  In all, IQinVision staff hosted, entertained, and exchanged views and information with a select group of over 100 technology and integr...

 Leading risk mitigation consulting and vulnerability assessment software firms align to expand risk planning and management offerings Andrews International, a full service provider of security and risk mitigation services, and Asvaco™, a leading provider of professional vulnerability assessment software, have announced the formation of a strategic partnership to provide a comprehensive security and risk assessment service. The partnership offers a technology-driven solution that...

Axis Communications is seeing strong demand for its network video products in the retail sector following an extended period of engagement with a range of retail solutions providers.  Phil Doyle, managing director of Axis Communications (UK), points out some of   Network video provides ideal solution for retailers faced with rising shrinkage the more successful and practical applications of network video in the sector. The natural focus of any discus...

 Bosch Security Excort System protects staff at Hotel Dieu Hospital 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 found...

 Panasonic and SANYO have entered into a Capital and Business Alliance Agreement Panasonic Corporation and SANYO Electric Co., Ltd., upon the resolutions of the meetings of their respective Boards of Directors held on December 19, 2008, recently announced that they have entered into the Capital and Business Alliance Agreement. Panasonic will aim to acquire the majority of the voting rights of SANYO assuming full dilution (which takes into account conversion of Class A preferr...

 New partnership solidified by increasing video analytics projects in Latin AmericaMATE-Intelligent Video, the technology leader in intelligent video surveillance systems and video analytics announces a distribution agreement with GBS - Global Business Solution, a nationally and internationally recognized security representative and integrator to provide MATE's video analytics solutions in Mexico. GBS specializes in convergent (physical and IT security) systems representation and integ...