Surveillance & Security News for April 2009

 Inotal Processing Plant is watched around the clock by 360-degree cameras and Intellio Basic IP cameras Even faces of employees can be monitored with Speed Dome cameras that were installed with a zoom function capable of zooming in on faces at Inotal Aluminum Processing Plant, Hungary. The primary function of the system is to prevent crimes and workplace accidents. The system, built on a gigabit backbone, comprises Intellio Basic cameras equipped with a 23X optical zoom, motion detection a...

LBS selected LEGIC technology for its contactless smart card technology Since LBS manages data and money of its 1.3 million customers, certain security requirements need to be fulfilled. To ensure the latest technology is in place, Kaba installed a time management and access control system. Contactless Smart Card technology from LEGIC is the heart of the system. ”We wanted a combined system with connection to SAP within which the existing party-line cabling had to be used,’’ e...

Grand Prairie Police Department, Texas installed a complete integrated IP Video solution from IndigoVision Grand Prairie Police Department, Texas, has transformed the way it uses CCTV after installing a complete integrated IP Video solution from IndigoVision. Replacing an ageing and unreliable VCR/analogue system, which was used primarily for video archive, the new IndigoVision system is being used as an active tool to help manage the facility. As with most law enforcement facilities Grand Prai...

Nedap will demonstrate Securtity Controller and Invexs series at the IFSEC Birmingham 2009 At the IFSEC, Nedap N.V. Security management will demonstrate the Security Controller. The Security Controller is the world's first generic Security Controller that performs many tasks, which previously had to be allocated to dif­ferent dedicated systems, only by adding standard software components. The Security Controller eliminates the need for separate dedi­cated systems for Access Control, CCT...

TAB Systems Inc. smarti® ELECTRA is an IFSEC finalist for the 4th consecutive timeThe finalists for this year IFSEC 2009 awards have been announced yesterday. Among only six finalists for best new access control product is for the fourth consecutive time a smarti® unit.At the beginning of this year TAB Systems Inc. launched a new biometric unit for access control, time & attendance and building automation called smarti® ELECTRA. The new unit combines multimodal biometric access...

IDenticard Systems' PremiSys™Access Control System IDenticard Systems' latest technology solutions build on the company's 30+ years of experience as a supplier of integrated security systems and products related to access control and personal identification. Aggressive product development efforts at IDenticard Systems are targeted to meet the industry's growing needs for improved performance and value.From custom-printed and security-enhanced ID cards to flexible ID badge software, integra...

Dortronics Systems, Inc. displayed its diverse range of door control hardware products for attendees at ISC West Dortronics Systems, Inc. displayed its diverse range of door control hardware products for attendees at ISC West - showcasing a wide assortment of immediately available, off-the-shelf products and custom-design capabilities to cater to any customer need. The company is spotlighting the programmability of its 4900 Series Intelligent Interlock Controller, the simplicity of its EZ-Acces...

 Pelco announces the integration of Digital Sentry Series with TAC's Vista solutionPelco and TAC are pleased to announce the successful integration of TAC Vista 5.1, the latest version of its VistaTM building management system, with Pelco's Digital Sentry Series of digital video recording systems. Both Pelco and TAC are companies of Schneider Electric, the global specialist in energy management.This integration presents building automation and video security data and alarms on a single scre...

 South London Branch of Security Solutions relocating to brand new purpose-built premises in the Belvedere area of KentTrade distributor of CCTV equipment Security Solutions has announced that its South London branch, operated by parent company Solutions Group (UK) Plc., is relocating to brand new purpose-built premises in the Belvedere area of Kent. The move is scheduled to take place during the first weekend of April, in time for the new unit to be open and operational from Monday 6th Apr...

 Controlware announce the appointment of Mark Harraway as UK Country ManagerLeading IP CCTV specialists Controlware have appointed Mark Harraway as Country Manager for the UK. Mark brings over 6 years CCTV / IP CCTV and Wireless industry experience to the role and will be responsible for managing UK operations including sales, marketing and technical support.Firmly rooted in both the local and global economies, Controlware provides advanced surveillance solutions that deliver increased perf...

 infinias, LLC launches Intelli-M® electronic access control business as a new and independent companyinfinias®, LLC has commenced operations from its new facility at 11091 Village Square Lane, Fishers, Indiana 46038. infinias is now taking orders and providing warranty support for Intelli-M products previously sold by Pelco, Inc. Pelco's access control customers must now contact infinias for sales and support."infinias, LLC is committed to our customer base and to providing co...

655's Remote Video Response Centre and ARCIndigoVision, the leading manufacturer of IP video security solutions has partnered with 655 Limited to provide its UK customers with a remote video monitoring facility. 655's purpose built facility is both a BS 5979 approved Alarm Receiving Centre (ARC) and a BS 8418 approved Remote Video Response Centre.655 monitor a number of different IndigoVision sites, including schools, logistics operations and National Trust's Chiswick House. Video is streamed fr...

 Axis cameras used to protect homes and businesses with new surveillance service from IPEye LimitedProtecting your home can now cost less than £7 a month thanks to a hosted IP surveillance service from IPEye Limited using Axis Communications' Video Hosting System.IPEye's customers will be able to view recorded or real-time footage of their home or business at any time 24/7 by logging on using their own secure password or by setting up notifications that they can receive either by emai...

 OnSSI and Milestone have signed an ‘ingredient OEM' (Original Engineering Manufacturer) agreement for open platform IP video management softwareOn-Net Surveillance Systems, Inc. (OnSSI) and Milestone Systems today announced a partnering agreement between the two market category leaders for open platform IP video management software. OnSSI and Milestone have signed an ‘ingredient OEM' (Original Engineering Manufacturer) agreement, where the Milestone XProtect IP software platfor...

Pelco and Lenel Systems International teamed to create a powerful, integrated access control and video security system Pelco has had a number of their IP-based camera solutions certified by Lenel Systems International for use with OnGuard® security management software and NVR systems by Lenel and is a member of the Lenel OpenAccess Alliance Program.This certification continues to demonstrate the Pelco commitment toward openness, while allowing the company's suite of IP-based camera solution...

 The Federal Court of Canada dismiss patent infringement claims against DSC Tyco Safety Products Canada Ltd. (also known as DSC), the manufacturer and supplier of DSC® home security products in more than 140 countries, today announced that it has prevailed in a major lawsuit involving certain legacy DSC alarm panels. In a lengthy judgment, the Federal Court of Canada dismissed the patent infringement action filed in 2004 by a competitor, Paradox Security Systems Ltd.The Federal Court of...

Kim Langstrom appointed as New Avigilon Managing Director for Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA) Avigilon is exited to announce the appointment, at the beginning of March, of Kim Langstrom to the newly created position of Managing Director for the company's EMEA operations. Prior to joining Avigilon, Langstrom held the position of Vice President at Mirasys, Ltd-a leading European provider of open platform IP and analog video surveillance solutions-for the past five years. Langstrom has also...

 Avigilon becomes member of Lenel OpenAccess Alliance Program Avigilon announced that the company's Control Center software received Lenel factory certification for their interface to the OnGuard solution by Lenel. Now a member of the Lenel OpenAccess Alliance Program, Avigilon is able to offer its customers integration between Avigilon's HD and megapixel video surveillance systems and the OnGuard solution. OnGuard delivers access control, ID credential issuance and management, alarm monito...

Axis Communications, global market leader in the network video market, celebrates its 25th anniversary in 2009 Axis Communications, global market leader in the network video market, celebrates its 25th anniversary in 2009. Over the years Sweden-based Axis has built on its strong heritage of excellence in networked hardware products to become the global market leader in IP-based network video surveillance, driving the shift from analogue to IP in this emerging sector that IMS forecasts will grow...

 Lumenera is continually exceeding customer expectations in providing high quality and innovative products Lumenera is proud to offer and deliver products that consistently meet and exceed our customers' standards and expectations. Many consumers of Lumenera's high performance digital cameras test each shipment and rate our performance based on delivery time and quality. Organizations differ in how they rate their suppliers and which measurement criteria they use. Examples of the standards...

BriefCam raises $2.6M in funding Round led by Aviv Venture Capital and a Group of Industry Professionals BriefCam Ltd. a unique provider of systems for video synopsis and indexing of surveillance camera content, announced today that is has secured a first round of funding totalling US $2.6 million. The funding round was led by Aviv Venture Capital along with a group of professionals, included many from the CCTV surveillance industry, and they were joined by multiple additional investors in Israe...

 The SAS 70 Type II certification assures customers that a service provider's controls and processes provide reasonable assurances of service levels and data securityBrivo Systems, LLC, the leader in Web-hosted applications for access control and video, announced successful completion of a SAS 70 Type II information security audit. The SAS 70 Type II certification assures customers that a service provider's controls and processes provide reasonable assurances of service levels and data secu...

 ADI keeps industry Up-to-Date on Legislation and Technology with new training daysADI Global Distribution, offering training for Access Control, CCTV and Fire, has announced details of its nationwide 2009 training programme for companies operating in the security industry. The range of courses has been specifically developed to help companies learn new skills, train staff effectively, diversify into new markets and stay up-to-date with the latest legislative technological advances.Access C...

SALTO Systems now provides optimum locker security and cashless environment at Water World in Denver, CO.Water World, one of the largest water parks in the US, has partnered with SALTO Systems to have the latest in locker security and to offer their customers greater comfort and ease in making purchases throughout the property by using the Salto's "cashless environment" solutions.The 65-acre water park, features thrilling rides like Journey to the Center of the Earth, Flatline and Zoom...

 Ingersoll Rand Security Technologies announce Truman Public Schools deploy Schlage bright blue web-enabled access control softwareIngersoll Rand Security Technologies recently announced that Truman Public Schools (Minn.) are using Schlage bright blue web-enabled access control software, Schlage multi-technology readers, Von Duprin exit devices and LCN door closers to limit access to the building that houses Truman's 500 students in grades K-12."We needed a system that we could afford,...

 Mount Holyoke College enhances its security with Cernium Corporation and Milestone Systems Cernium Corporation, the leading developer of video analytics-enabled products, announced today that Mount Holyoke College has selected Cernium's Perceptrak® advanced video analytics software, integrated with Milestone XProtect™ Enterprise IP video management software, to enhance the security of its South Hadley, Massachusetts campus."Perceptrak meets Mount Holyoke's objective to incre...

 Grandstream showcased it's new family of next generation IP video surveillance products at ISC West Grandstream Networks, announced that they will release a new product line of SIP based H.264 IP video surveillance products aimed at serving the system integrators and professional installers market at ISC West. Grandstream Networks is recognised worldwide for their leadership in designing and manufacturing high quality IP voice and video solutions that bring industry leading innov...

DSC launched new look website DSC recently announced the launch of the new all DSC.com at ISC West 2009. Rebuilt from the foundation up, the new DSC.com features intuitive navigation, faster download speed and greater access to technical resources.Now with a more robust technical library, users can quickly and easily find all the tools needed to make their life easier. These include user and installer manuals, the latest software, product descriptions and photography, application notes, solution...

 DSC's new Dual-Tech motion detectors take advanced protection outdoors DSC has added to the successful LC series of detection devices with the new LC-151 & LC-171 Dual-Tech Outdoor Motion Detectors, designed for outdoor perimeter protection and showcased at ISC West. The LC-151 and LC-171 are dual technology motion detectors that combine passive infrared and microwave detection with pet immunity.The LC-151 and LC-171 detectors provide improved outdoor protection against intruders, befo...

In the new agreement Lenel will private-label OnSSI's video surveillance software, Ocularis, under the name SkyPoint In the new agreement Lenel will private-label OnSSI's video surveillance software, Ocularis, under the name SkyPoint.SkyPoint's intelligent, open-architecture IP video platform offers a simple, intuitive interface for desktop and control room video wall settings. It also offers integration potential with other aspects of security. A further benefit of the platform is that it requ...