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Due to the rising security threats in daily life, Adael, a Wireless internet service provider, chose ACTi's IP surveillance products to enhance the security system for the restaurants, cafes in Paris, including Café Madeleine Bastille, located in Paris 2nd arrondissement, Restaurant Bebert, in 17th arrondissement and Restaurant Yodes in 1st arrondissement. "Paris is known to be the prettiest city of the world, but certainly NOT the safest capital of Europe.  Two of our clients were...

IndigoVision's IP Video technology is providing a unique re-deployable CCTV system for Swindon town centre.  The system is operated by the Swindon Town Centre Management Team, which assists the police and other partners in reducing anti-social behaviour, shop theft and other criminal activity.  Like many towns, their previous CCTV system did not provide surveillance of the more remote areas to which crime often migrated in order to avoid the cameras - a problem that the Swindon Tea...

ADT state-of-the-art security system gives retailers and visitors to a new South London shopping centre peace of mindThe ChallengeCroydon Centrale is a £200 million retail centre with 74,000 square metres of shopping featuring some of the UK's leading fashion and lifestyle stores and a 950-space shoppers' car park.International property development and investment company St Martins Property Corporation - owners of the old Drummond Centre - redeveloped and extended the site to provi...

MyTravel has recently installed the Fastlane Glassgate, from Integrated Design at its corporate head office in Rochdale.  MyTravel Group is one of the UK's leading holiday and leisure groups, and includes names such as Airtours and Going Places.Initial Electronic Security Systems (IESS) drew up a plan to secure the entrance, limiting access to the building to only authorised staff and visitors; as such an access control system and turnstiles were required.  The appearance of the ma...

The CBC stand at this year's Security was completely in the style of the Wild West.The product highlights were the all-in-one camera series "Vandy" as well as numerous innovations in the field of the megapixel IP cameras.  It was absolutely breathtaking to view the ride on the bull (CBC had American bull-riding on offer) with the 5 million pixel cameras in unparalleled quality and it threw many a visitor right out of the saddle.  However, no one was discouraged by this for to...

Martin Roberts of NICE Systems discusses current and future security challenges of processes, people and technology. The political, social, business and technological environment is changing the mandate of the modern Security Manager.  Recent events have placed security firmly in the spotlight and are forcing everyone from the board down to ask the following questions: Do we have the security processes, people and technology in place to meet current and future challenges?  A...

Sapphire MatchLogon integrates fingerPIN into PC/Network logon software new alternative to Chip and PIN payment technologyfingerPIN Ltd has today announced the launch of the fingerPIN, a biometric fingerprinting technology that increases the complexity of penetrating fingerprint based security methods.  The fingerPIN authenticates identity on two levels: the uniqueness of the users' fingerprints and the privacy of the sequence.Through the fingerPIN the risk of someone fraudulently loggi...

When Dyno-Secure's Manchester based alarm franchisee decided to install one of the company's alarms at its own premises, the partners regarded it as a sensible precaution as part of the overall security for the building.  They certainly did not expect it to be an ‘overnight success'.Peter Hamby and Glen Walsh set up Dyno-Secure franchise Dysec Limited last year, basing the business on the Mount Heath Business Park in Greater Manchester.  While the unit is surrounded b...

Dedicated Micros - part of AD Group - has secured the coveted Best Security Manufacturer Award in the prestigious Security Excellence Awards.  The results were announced at a gala dinner held on 11 October at the Hilton Hotel, Park Lane, London in front of hundreds of security professionals.It was the company's innovative approach to CCTV, which proved decisive in the judges' decision to select Dedicated Micros as the ultimate winner from a shortlist, which included Axis Communications, Pan...

Bosch Security Systems had appointed Controlware as its leading IP Bosch Security System Dealer (BSSD) in its recently launched programme for professional installers who want to build their business via long-term customer relationships.Controlware Communications is a leading provider of networking products, solutions and services to carriers, ISP's, cellular networks, service providers and corporate users throughout the world.  Controlware has been supplying and supporting thousands of...

Axis Communications, the global leader in network video, has welcomed Simon Cook into the position of Sales Engineer.Simon will be responsible for delivering Axis Training Academy programmes and for the management of the Axis Academy in the UK and Ireland.  All Axis channel partner scheme members benefit from a structured training programme designed to derive the maximum benefit for resellers from the IP-Surveillance opportunity.  He will also be working alongside Axis reseller partner...

USA based, Kansas City International Airport utilises a fully digital IP network video surveillance system, which encompasses 161 JVC VN-C655U digital IP PTZ dome network cameras.  Each camera is strategically placed throughout the airport to monitor passenger loading areas, holding rooms, jet bridge doors and ramps. The VN-C655U cameras work alongside 220 existing analogue cameras where video is stored and accessed using a Virtual Private Network (VPN) via JVC manufactured network video re...

A brief look at high security ID card printing.Forgery and counterfeiting are very much a reality in most industries today.  People often want access to something they are not entitled to, whether it is out of curiosity or rooted in more sinister gain.  In order to combat fraud and ensure unauthorised personnel do not gain access to restricted areas, many companies use ID card systems to great effect.  Detailing the holder's name, photograph, signature or colour coding cards to sh...

COE Group plc, the developer and supplier of advanced video surveillance systems, and Agent Video Intelligence™ Inc., the global leader in enterprise-grade video analytics, today announce that COE has integrated Agent Vi’s patented video analysis range into COE’s X-NET MPEG-4/MJPEG codec platform.  This will enable COE to offer its customers the option of additional video intelligence across its core products. COE believes that this application will be particular...

Fujitsu to provide practical applications of Biometrics at Annual Conference at Queen Elizabeth II Conference Centre, 18 - 20 October Fujitsu Europe Ltd, will be exhibiting its latest biometric solutions at Biometrics 2006, the annual conference and exhibition on the practical applications of Biometrics.  The conference is taking place between the 18th and 20th of October at the Queen Elizabeth II Conference centre in Westminster, London. The exhibition is an amalgamation of developers and...

While a certain famous – or should that be infamous – dome may be a bit of a white elephant, thankfully all domes are not the same, and this shape has been used to great effect in the security area in the guise of the increasingly capable dome camera.After visiting the recent ASIS exhibition, with many examples of domes prominently displayed, the question has to be asked - why is this type of CCTV camera so popular?  There are I believe a number of reasons, when it comes to...

With stadium security high on the UK agenda, when Reebok Stadium Directors decided they needed improved security to protect access to the stadium they called in Lancashire based specialist manufacturer, BSB Electronics.  This state of the art £45m 28,000 all-seater stadium needed a flexible low cost system upon which they could rely and BSB came up with the ideal solution to the Reebok stadium requirements with their Progeny system. BSB asked Bolton based specialist installers Spectra...

Cost-Effective Explosives Detection System to enable high-throughput required by mass transit environments; can screen 100 percent of passengersSmiths Detection, the world's leading provider of trace and X-ray detection systems, today announced it has signed a letter of intent with RedXDefense, LLC, to jointly develop an advanced explosives screening system for the mass transit environment capable of screening 100 percent of passengers.  The two companies will partner to adapt advanced...

COE Ltd, the developer and supplier of advanced video surveillance systems, and ISM Ltd, the premier developer of Integrated Security Control Room Management Software have today announced a technology partnership in which COE will sell ISM's Genesys Control Room Management System (CRMS) integrated with COE's X-Net transmission range including its leading IP codecs with intelligent video analytics, its recording systems and matrices.  The companies will also partner to bid for larger...

PAC, the UK's leading manufacturer of integrated access control systems, is set to reaffirm its position at the forefront of the commercial and housing sectors with the promotion of Steve Tickle to national sales manager.Steve (39) brings over 15 years security industry experience to the position, the last seven of which he has spent at PAC, part of Stanley Security Solutions.  Having joined the company as a regional sales manager for the south west and London, Steve took charge of PAC&...

Sukhi Ghuman, managing director of internationally operating security firm, Octavian Security has become the first person to win Nottinghamshire Chamber of Commerce's Entrepreneur of the Year award twice - and for two consecutive years.Named Entrepreneur of the Year at the Chamber of Commerce & Industry's ‘Nottinghamshire BEST Business Awards 2006', Ghuman beat off fierce competition from his peers in Nottinghamshire - one of the UK's most prosperous centres of commerci...

"The new ‘trigger and action' functionality within Net2, the networked access control system from Paxton Access, can directly reduce firms' energy bills", claims Paxton Access Sales and Marketing Director, Adam Stroud.  "Clearly this offers environmental benefits to users too, and helps demonstrate a firm's commitment to wider_ community and corporate responsibility goals."With the continuing rise in the cost of energy and growing political and commerci...

Complus Teltronic Ltd, bring IoIP® (Intercom over Internet Protocol) to IIPSEC 2007, on stand 61.  Visitors this year will be able to see for themselves just how IoIP® has developed over the last year, including the launch of the new aesthetically designed ET901 box - (IP Security Awards Finalist 2006 for Best Hardware Product).  The latest development in production of the IP Node, makes it even easier to integrate to your IP systems, providing greater savings in cabling costs,...

G1 selected as one out of six finalists in the Best Security Installer CategoryG1 has been selected as one out of six finalists for the Security Excellence Awards, 2006 in the Security Installer Award category.  The Best Security Installer Award is presented to the individual or company who has shown the highest standard of workmanship and customer support during the year."Naturally we are delighted to be nominated as a finalist" states Chris Best, Director.  "G1 are a k...

HID Global technology used as application platformHID Connect, the partnership arm of HID Global, a leading manufacturer in the access control industry, is pleased to recognize its application development partners who participated in the 2006 iNNOVATION awards.  HID Connect salutes all iNNOVATION award participants for helping end-users "do more than open the door" with their access control credentials.  The awards were announced on September 29, 2006, at the culmination of t...

Placement Pros reduces worry with new ID Card Print Security SuitePlacement Pros is paid to worry about the security of its clients.  It can't afford to worry about its own.  That is why it invested in equipment and software to protect the issuance of the ID cards it produces for its security agents.Placement Pros is a member of the Vedior Group of companies that recruits and places professionals, including security agents, at companies throughout the country.  "Our clien...

North Liverpool Community Justice Centre has invested in Urmet Domus equipment to control access to its site.A pioneering new criminal justice centre in Liverpool has invested in the latest access control technology from world leading door entry supplier Urmet Domus to ensure the secure running of the centre.North Liverpool Community Justice Centre (CJC), which opened last October, focuses on ensuing offenders make amends to the community for their crimes.  The centre, based on the successf...

As the security of buildings and equipment coupled with the safety of the people in their care becomes an increasingly important business priority for commercial organisations, Stanley Security Solutions has introduced a new range of high tech access control solutions that address all requirements.In most commercial environments there is a broad range of valuable equipment and resources that needs to be protected from unauthorised access or potential theft to safeguard against costly losses.&nbs...

ioimage appoints Zeev Farkash to manage the EMEA and Latin America regions to strengthen customer and partner support, and to advance sales initiatives.ioimage, the pioneer of intelligent video appliances designed for simplicity in installation and operation, has announced today the appointment of Zeev Farkash as Vice President for EMEA and Latin America, responsible for managing business and driving growth for these regions.Zeev brings over 12 years of experience in business development, sales,...

HID Global, the premier manufacturer of contactless access control cards and readers for the security industry, today announced that it has further increased its sales support for the EMEA region with the appointment of Robert Jansson as Regional Sales Manager for Scandinavia.  He will be based in Gothenburg Sweden, with sales responsibilities for the fast growing Scandinavian territory, including Sweden, Denmark, Iceland and Finland.Robert Jansson comments, "I am confident that with m...