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During the course of IFSEC 2008, Bosch Security Systems will be holding a series of seminar sessions on the use and future of IP video surveillance given by Dr Bob Banerjee, Product Marketing Manager for IP video products.During the seminars, Dr. Banerjee will provide his perspective on several topics, including the benefits of open systems, the most effective architectures for typical IP video surveillance installations, and important aspects of the demo, spec and quote cycle for these solution...

Low costs long-termWhat can communities do to avoid increasing costs of public services?  As most communities are struggling to maintain balanced budgets, this is not an easy question to answer.  And yet, there are promising concepts and solutions.  Consider the WVE (Westpfälzische Ver- und Entsorgungs-GmbH) that has been founded in the Kaiserslautern area in 1994 as a public services company.  The WVE provides fresh water, sewage treatment and zoning/development servic...

Axis Communications' network cameras will be installed on trains in Norway.  Axis' partner, ESP Group, a systems integrator which specialises in intelligent video surveillance, has received an order for a security solution from Norway's state railway company, NSB.  Initially the order comprises around 3,200 AXIS 209FD-R and AXIS 221 network cameras with a potential for additional installations.  Axis network cameras are a key part of a solution to improve on-board security for NSB...

HID Global, the trusted leader in providing solutions for the delivery of secure identity, recently announced the launch of the HID Global IT Channel Program, established to facilitate identity and access management with leading third-party IT vendors focused on providing secure data access software and integrated strong authentication solutions.  Avaleris®, Imprivata® and Passlogix®, leading enterprise identity management companies, have signed as new members of the IT Channel...

Ipsotek's video analytics software is used in the most world's most demanding security environments, including Afghanistan, and recent UK deployments include iconic sites in the capital such as the London Eye and The O2.With over 10 years' experience in a young industry, Ipsotek has achieved several firsts including scenario-based detection, virtual perspective and the full integration of audio and video analytics.Ipsotek's Visual Intelligence Suite offers a set of algorithms that can analyse an...

Xtralis Ltd has appointed Boris Ulrich as Regional Sales Manager EMEA for ASIM Traffic Solutions, based in Verona, Italy.  Boris has significant experience in the traffic management software and hardware field, having previously worked on a number of traffic management projects across Europe and the Middle East.  He has also been a regular participant in meetings and projects with the European Union regarding traffic management, car-to-car and car-to-infrastructure communication, and a...

Panasonic's award winning System Solutions Division is once again a leading figure on the IFSEC floor plan this year from 12th to 15th May in Birmingham.  Its striking stand can be found at 12072 in Hall 20, with an exciting array of new products on display. Significant additions to the acclaimed i-Pro range will be showcased including the WV-NS950 and WV-NW960 indoor and outdoor Colour Network Dome cameras; equipped with intelligent surveillance performance and high image quality including...

Rainbow comes to IFSEC 2008 (stand 16030) knowing that installations of its equipment extend even to the exhibition venue itself - the company's zoom lenses are used on PTZ assemblies throughout the NEC complex.The company's distribution is worldwide.  Recent applications feature public transport in BP petrol stations across the UK, throughout Dublin city centre and the Channel Tunnel.  Further afield, cameras have been used on the mass transit system in Mexico City.The Rainbow stand w...

Verint Systems Inc. recently announced that it will exhibit the very latest developments within its proven range of Nextiva IP video surveillance solutions at IFSEC 2008 on stand 13031 in hall 20 at the NEC, Birmingham, UK on 12-15 May 2008.Verint will demonstrate the latest features of its Nextiva Video Management software, including CamAlert, an advanced analytics application that delivers automated alerts when cameras are blocked or out of focus.Verint will highlight its end-to-end analytics-...

Nigel Petrie, Chairman of CCTV specialist AD Group, has started out on an epic fundraising 'Coast to Coast' bike ride to build an African school.  Nigel has set his sights, for his sponsored cycle, on a challenging route from Biarritz on the French Atlantic coast to Barcelona on the Mediterranean coast of Spain - 630 kms in total - including traversing the towering Pyrenees Mountains.Nigel is aiming to raise enough money, through his two-wheeled efforts, to fund a much needed school in Gamb...

Sony is entering the megapixel marketplace with several new additions to its line-up of IP-based security network cameras, announced today at the 2008 International Security Conference (ISC) West show.  Sony's first megapixel cameras include the SNC-DM110 Megapixel Normal mini-dome, SNC-CM120 Megapixel CS mount Day/Night, and the SNC-DM160 Megapixel Rugged Day/Night mini-dome models. Each of the megapixel cameras will feature advanced complementary colour progressive scan CCDs with Son...

HID Global, the trusted leader in providing solutions for the delivery of secure identity, today announced that the Edge family of IP-based access control solutions will be incorporated into the OnGuard 2008 Plus solution by Lenel.  Edge support will allow Lenel to further expand OnGuard's capabilities to enhance existing sites, provide comprehensive contactless smart card implementations and meet the needs of users seeking pure IP-based devices as part or all of their access security syste...

Axis Communications, the global leader in the network video market, recently announced the introduction of a new generation of network video products built upon Axis' in-house developed ARTPEC-3 chip.  This new generation of products includes the H.264 video compression standard which is more cost efficient and will simplify deployment and management of large systems.With the introduction of a new generation of network video solutions, Axis takes video surveillance to new heights. ...

Derwent Systems Ltd is delighted to have been awarded two prestigious accolades in the North East Business Awards.  The company who designs, develops and manufactures innovative security lighting solutions was named winner in both the Technology and Product Innovation categories for their AEGIS infrared illuminator.   Derwent developed AEGIS (meaning protected by) in direct response to customer feedback, a fact that impressed the judging panel.  Combining innovations in...

Bewator, one of the UK's leading developers and suppliers of security products, has changed its name to Siemens Building Technologies Security Products Limited.The adoption of the Siemens identity is a natural progression following the Siemens acquisition of Bewator in November 2005.  However, Bewator has been careful to ensure that the timing is right not only for the company, but also for its customers.  It is confident that the change will bring big benefits to all those who bu...

Never has thermal imaging for security and surveillance applications been more affordable than today.  Thanks to increasing demand, resulting in high volume production, FLIR Systems is able to bring the price of its thermal imaging cameras down.  As a result its latest addition, the VSR-6 is introduced at €2,895, and will be exhibited at IFSEC 2008. The VSR-6 features the same thermal imaging technology found in many of FLIR Systems' most sophisticated security and surveillance s...

All-in-one ID card system features High Definition PrintingHID Global, the trusted leader in providing solutions for the delivery of secure identity, today announced the introduction of the Fargo HDP5000 card identity system at the ISC West International Security Conference and Exposition. The system includes the hardware, software and materials needed to create secure, professional ID cards with superior print quality using retransfer technology.  The HDP5000 system joins HID's suite of Fa...

Optelecom-NKF Inc., a leading global supplier of advanced video surveillance solutions, today announced  the launch of its new comprehensive line of video cameras at the 2008 ISC West Show in Las Vegas, NV (April 2 - 4).The introduction of these cameras strengthens Optelecom-NKF's position as a leading force in the global IP Surveillance market, enhancing the Company's reputation as an innovator of networked video solutions and game-changing video codecs and network video recorders.The new...

On stand 16117 at IFSEC 2008, Bosch Security Systems will be demonstrating its total security solutions capability with its complete range of proven, reliable CCTV, intruder and communications technologies.Seen for the first time in the UK will be the Bosch Divar MR, a new generation CCTV management technology that combines the very highest quality digital video recording with the ability to view and control cameras, handle alarms and monitor device status - all through a common interface.The Di...

Perimeter intrusion specialist Senstar will be exhibiting outdoor detection systems at IFSEC.  Senstar's product line is in use at nuclear facilities, industrial plants, airports, VIP residences, embassies, industrial sites, military installations and prisons worldwide. The Senstar stand will feature fully-working demonstrations of the OmniTrax, Xfield and DTR-2000 products.  OmniTrax and Xfield are volumetric detection systems, while DTR-2000 is a taut-wire product that can be install...

German CCTV system producer Geutebruck has become a Microsoft Gold Certified Partner in the "Independent Software Vendor/Software Solutions" and "Networking Infrastructure Solutions" categories.  This award recognises a high level of skill, knowledge and quality, which is currently only achieved by about the top 2% of Germany's Microsoft partners. For Geutebruck, this means that it is now ideally positioned in the market as a professional security partner who is exceptio...

March Networks™, a leading provider of intelligent IP video and business analysis applications, announced today that it has completed the acquisition of Cieffe S.p.A. and its related company, Insignis Technologies S.r.l.  Cieffe, based in Milan, Italy, develops high performance IP video surveillance solutions used by leading European financial institutions and a number of high profile airport, government and commercial industrial clients for mission-critical security applications...

Genetec recently announced that the Office of Housing in Victoria, Australia, has adopted Omnicast, Genetec's IP video surveillance solution, to protect the residents of approximately 7,000 dwellings within the city's affordable housing development projects.Currently, 72 individual sites are being monitored by over 700 cameras, which function over a wireless Ethernet network, linking all buildings back to a central monitoring station.  By the end of the project, the Omnicast system is expec...

Available from UK / Ireland distributor Pyser-SGI Limited is a new range of Fujinon 3-megapixel vari-focal CCTV lenses designed for the latest high resolution 1/3 or ¼ inch format cameras, which are now being introduced to meet the growing demand for high-quality images that enable information acquisition and subject recognition, rather than just viewing.It is anticipated that Pyser-SGI will show the lenses for the first time in Europe at IFSEC 2008 in May.The new "YV" range emp...

Lens manufacturer SENKOADL is one of few Asian producers to offer extensive warehousing in the UK, allowing distributors to work on short lead times and integrators to obtain units quickly. At IFSEC 2008, SENKOADL will be exhibiting its range of vari-focal, fixed and zoom lenses which are being specified at major projects across Europe.  Recent applications include traffic monitoring in the city of Edinburgh, machine vision at a car plant in Germany and quality control at a food packag...

Sony recently announced it will be unveiling for the first time in Europe, its latest offering to the security market.  From IP to analogue, indoor to outdoor, minidome to box cameras, and now megapixel models, Sony is able to offer its customers a choice of products to suit any application.  "Building on the success of Sony's existing security portfolio, the additional models have been introduced to afford customers and specialist Sony dealers even greater choice to suit their in...

Paxton Access Inc., the American sales office for the UK's leading manufacturer of access control Paxton Access, has appointed Tim Rose as their account manager for Florida.Tim will be the point of contact for installation companies throughout the State, assisting them with installation, specification, and training on Net2 networked access control.With over 25 years in the security industry, Tim's knowledge of the American security market is impressive to say the least.  Gained from various...

Mango DSP, a leading provider of intelligent video servers for the CCTV, video surveillance and homeland security defence markets, and Steelbox Networks, developer of the world's fastest media appliance, have signed a partnership agreement.  The partnership will present the industry with a comprehensive intelligent video, processing, distribution, and storage and management solution.Current and future customers of Steelbox video surveillance network solutions will now have the option to int...

CEM Systems, a leading access control brand of Tyco International, is set to release a range of new products at IFSEC 2008, including the AC2000 Lite security management system for small to medium sized facilities, as well as the S610e Fingerprint card reader.  Visit Stand 1046, Access Control Hall 6, IFSEC, NEC, Birmingham from 12-15 May.Taking advantage of core software features within the industry renowned AC2000 SE security system, AC2000 Lite provides a feature rich, yet affordable acc...

Milestone Systems, a leading global provider of open platform IP video management software, has announced a new Marketing Manager based out of headquarters in Denmark: Jens Taarnskov.The security industry's growing uptake of IP technology is well illustrated by the success of Milestone Systems.  As a company on the forefront of developing IP video software for best-of-breed integrated solutions, the ongoing addition of new partners, country offices and employees is keeping pace with the spe...