Surveillance & Security News for April 2009

Altronix is displaying a host of new introductions with emphasis on its new NetWay PoE solutions at ISC WestAs technology evolves to serve the changing needs of integrated video surveillance and security systems, Altronix continues to expand the scope of its product suite with a wealth of new solutions, designed to supply reliable and consistent power with added functionality. At ISC West 2009, Altronix displayed a host of new introductions with emphasis on its new NetWay PoE solutions to...

Leading high definition surveillance solution provider expands support for third party IP cameras Avigilon announced that the company's Avigilon Control Center High Definition (HD) surveillance software, recently on show at ISC West, now offers support for industry leading cameras developed by Panasonic, Axis, and Sony. Avigilon has joined the Panasonic Solution Developer Network, the Axis Application Development Partner Network, and the Sony IPELA Security Solutions Affiliate Program...

North American Video (NAV) is making strategic investments to accelerate the company's growth in new markets As a global provider of integrated security technologies serving the gaming, corporate and government markets, North American Video (NAV) is making strategic investments to accelerate the company's growth in new markets and to build on NAV's highly regarded service capabilities.NAV is well known as a supplier of integrated large-scale video surveillance and security systems, and the comp...

IDL are pleased to announce the launch of a new version of the Fastlane Glassgate at IFSEC in May IDL are pleased to announce the launch of a new version of the Fastlane Glassgate at IFSEC in May, on stand B127 in Hall 4. As with every year the ever-popular Fastlane range of entrance control will also be demonstrated.The new version of the Fastlane Glassgate has a number of enhancements over the current product, these include:More secure The product can be supplied with a range of glass panel h...

 Ambassador Kai Eide is winner of ASIS International's 2009 European Award for Distinguished Contributions to Societal SecurityASIS International has announced that Ambassador Kai Eide is the winner of ASIS International's 2009 European Award for Distinguished Contributions to Societal Security. Ambassador Eide, a Norwegian diplomat, is currently the Special Representative of United Nations Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon for Afghanistan and Head of the United Nations Assistance Mis...

 Western Digital (WD®) will exhibit Green Power Technology at IFSEC 2009 Western Digital (WD®), one of the world's largest manufacturers of hard drives, will attend IFSEC 2009 to be held at the UK NEC Birmingham exhibition centre between 11thand 14th of May.  The WD exhibition stand, F57 in Hall 4 will showcase product examples which are particularly suited to manufacturers of video and security equipment. WD will have a number of hard drive experts available to discuss product...

 D-Tec is a world leader in CCTV camera-based video smoke detection D-Tec, part of AD Group and a world leader in CCTV camera-based Video Smoke Detection (VSD) - announces that it is a finalist in the prestigious Fire Excellence Awards, run in conjunction with the International Firex and Fire & Rescue exhibitions.The company has been shortlisted in the key Export Innovation category for its successful deployment of VSD, which analyses images to provide early warning of fire, in a g...

 Conway's CM230IR corner-mounted CCTV camera unit is used in custody suites at police stations A UK police force is using corner-mounted camera units from Conway Security Products as part of rolling refurbishments to create dedicated custody suites at police stations.Conway's CM230IR security CCTV camera unit was chosen as the best solution for an environment with unusual and challenging customer needs. The police force concerned insists on high levels of resilience, res...

STOPware™, Inc. is showcasing the features and benefits of their integrated solutions at this week's ISC West show STOPware™, Inc., the industry leader in visitor management, is showcasing the features and benefits of their integrated solutions for use in the business and educational markets at this week's ISC West show. Included in the display is the new mobile solution which features a Panasonic Toughbook® Computer with broadband option, loaded with STOPware...

 Panasonic unveils new technologies and new system solutions at ISC West 2009The Panasonic name is both a global presence and a part of everyday life that represents a universe of electronic products impacting business professionals and consumers in countless ways. At ISC West 2009, Panasonic System Solutions Company will feature technologies that deliver new levels of systems performance and integration for security professionals worldwide.Among Panasonic's news at ISC West is the announce...

Which video management software platform is the right solution? Markus Kissel of leading CCTV distributor Videor, provides a summary of the most important selection criteria. The number of commercially available software solutions for IP-based video surveillance is increasing. But the complexity of systems, numerous features and the required IT skills  Choosing the "right" video management software solution is key make it difficult to choose the "right" product. Th...

 Milestone Systems sets up subsidiaries in Australia and Spain to support continued long-term business growth in these regionsMilestone Systems, the open platform company within IP video management software, sets up subsidiaries in Australia and Spain to support continued long-term business growth in these regions.Milestone Systems is a demonstrated international leader in the security industry, with a decade of development behind their robust and proven IP video management software. Since...

 Oncam Global Group acquires worldwide rights to Grandeye's award-winning imaging technology and products for security applicationsSecurity and imaging expert James Ionson, Ph.D., has been appointed chief executive officer of Oncam Global Group, a global total-security-solutions company, for which award-winning 360-degree-imaging-technology developer Grandeye Ltd. is its technology and engineering arm.Oncam Global Group acts as parent to worldwide subsidiaries and will provide board- a...

 New distribution partnership presents Videor with a great opportunity to provide installers with newest Samsung Techwin productsSamsung Techwin, one of the world's fastest growing professional security brands and Videor, a distributor with a well earned reputation for offering its customers the highest possible service levels, have formally agreed the terms of a distribution partnership.From 1st April, 2009, Videor customers throughout EMEA will have access to the entire range of...

Axis Security on merger with Temple Security is to extend its manned guarding operation nationwide Axis Security, one of the UK's fastest growing security service providers, is to extend its manned guarding operation nationwide, following the merger with Temple Security. The move follows demand from Axis Security's London and City-based clients to deliver the same quality of service to their regional offices.The merger creates a £26 million business, and gives Axis the opportunity of havi...

Digimerge has entered the European market offering its ‘Fortress' warranty on all digital video recorder units Digimerge, the Canadian-based DVR and camera manufacturer, has entered the European market offering its ‘Fortress' warranty on all units signifying that the company's backing for its products has no loopholes.The scaled warranty agreements underline Digimerge's build quality and commitment to customers with few if any manufacturers offering such no-quibble backing for DVRs....

 Leading the show for JVC will be the new VN-V685U - the world's first fully functional Power over Ethernet (PoE) PTZ dome cameraJVC Professional Europe will exhibit their innovative and extensive range of PoE security cameras in May at IFSEC 2009, the largest annual global security event.Leading the show for JVC will be the new VN-V685U - the world's first fully functional Power over Ethernet (PoE) PTZ dome camera.The VN-V685U uses JVC's durable direct drive motor for precise, silent contr...

 Fujinon to introduce three new lenses within YV Series at ISC West 2009At the ISC West convention this April in Las Vegas, Fujinon (Booth 8141) will introduce three new megapixel, vari-focal lens options designed for CS mount, 1/3-inch camera formats. Designed for small to medium-sized room applications, the YV2.8x2.8SA-2 is a 2.8-8mm, F1.2 lens. The YV4.3x2.8SA-2, a 2.8-12mm, F1.4 lens, offers greater flexibility and is the preferred choice for larger room applications. The Y3.3x15SA-2 is...

 Bold's integrated security management software, Gemini, has been nominated as a finalist in the IFSEC Security Industry AwardsBold's integrated security management software, Gemini, has been nominated as a finalist in the IFSEC Security Industry Awards. Shortlisted in the ‘Integrated Security Product of the Year' category, the new software is already widely used in public sector and private control rooms. Multi-language support is also proving popular overseas, especially in the Midd...

 ADI Global Distribution offers Vantage IP Training to prepare installers for shift from analogueADI Global Distribution (UK) has announced a series of Internet Protocol (IP) training days taking place throughout the UK in 2009. The comprehensive Vantage IP sessions are offered free of charge to installers. Following the success of the Vantage IP training days in 2008, this year will offer a wider choice of dates and locations to allow customers more flexibility to attend.Recognising the ne...

 Basler to present the entire range of IP cameras with the new true day and night functionality at IFSEC 2009Basler will exhibit their IP camera range, including day/night IP cameras, at the upcoming IFSEC show. IFSEC is scheduled to take place from May 11 to 14, 2009 at the NEC in Birmingham, UK.Basler's IP cameras made their first appearance at last year's IFSEC show. Visitors to IFSEC 2009 can expect Basler to present the entire range of IP cameras with the new true day and night functio...

 "Factors Affecting IP Video Quality" - a new presentation by Bosch's Dr. Bob Banerjee If you're coming to ISC West, be sure to join us for "Factors Affecting IP Video Quality" - a new presentation by Bosch's Dr. Bob Banerjee.Scheduled from 1:00 - 2:00 p.m. on Thursday, April 2, the session will talk about one of the most important aspects an integrator must consider when designing an IP surveillance system: the quality of video a customer requires.Video quality is one o...

 Take the IVA Challenge on Bosch Security Systems' booth at ISC WestSports fans, get ready to run to Bosch Security Systems' booth (#18011) at ISC West in Las Vegas. We've put a new spin on our Intelligent Video Analysis (IVA) challenge: it's still you vs. IVA - but now we're on the gridiron. Win prizes based on how far down the field you can go! Contestants who make it to the end zone without triggering an alarm win a Bosch Table Saw.Take your place at the line and see if you can take down...

Avigilon demonstrates its award-winning High Definition (HD) surveillance software Avigilon Control Center 4.0 at the ISC West Avigilon, today, announced Avigilon Control Center 4.0, the company's latest version of its award-winning High Definition (HD) surveillance software, which will be demonstrated at the ISC West conference taking place April 1 - 3rd in Las Vegas. With new features to improve performance and manageability, Avigilon Control Center 4.0 also offers support for third party IP...

 DIGIOP invites its attendees to schedule time to meet them at ISC WestDIGIOP will be attending the ISC West show in Las Vegas April 1 - 3 and would like to invite you to schedule a time to visit us there!We will be hosting a private meeting room (Lower Level, Marco Polo Room #801) and will be giving demonstrations of Reflection, our new video management client software, an intelligent video dashboard providing: Video with Real-time Analytics Integration with Third-Party Devices & Appli...

Check out the ALEXOR Custom Painted Bike Designed by ORANGE COUNTY CHOPPERS & Meet Paul Teutul Sr at the DSC BoothDSC is about to get your motor runnin' with an unbeatable suite of products unveiled for the first time at ISC WEST 2009. Feel the Power of Speed with ALEXOR and DSC's new 2-Way Wireless Security Suite. Meet Orange County Choppers (OCC) founder and showman Paul Teutul Sr! Check out the ALEXOR custom painted bike designed by OCC. Try your skills at DSC's Power of Speed game and w...

 Axis Communications UK launch successful seminar series Axis Communications, the global leader in the network video market, recently held a successful Industry Solution Seminar in the UK. Themed around specific market segments, this seminar series, aimed at security installers, presents the wide spectrum of IP-based applications provided by Axis and their partners.The first seminar, held at Highgate House, Northamptonshire, was well attended with fifteen companies represented. Attendees vi...

African prison uses ioimage's video analytics to detect potential escapeesioimage, the pioneer of intelligent video appliances, announced that Botswana's Department of Correctional Services has installed ioimage video analytics at its First Offenders Correctional Facility in Gabarone, Botswana to control the movement of prisoners and reduce the number of inmate incidents. The prison, which measures 22,500 sqm, needed a reliable and accurate perimeter protection solution that would integrate with...

 Intrepid Security protects valuable medical exhibits at the Gordon Medical Museum, Guys Hospital Campus, King's College LondonValuable medical exhibits at the Gordon Medical Museum, Guys Hospital Campus, King's College London are being protected by an acousto - magnetic security system installed by Intrepid Security's library and museum division.Security labels supplied by Intrepid Security have been encased within the exhibits and a loop detection system installed around the exit to the m...

Chippewa Valley School District in Michigan deploys Axis network cameras Axis Communications today announced that the Chippewa Valley School District in Michigan is using Axis network cameras to increase public school security in a cost-effective manner. More than 600 network cameras and video encoders are being installed in the district's high schools and ninth grade centres during spring 2009.Located in the suburban Detroit area, Chippewa Valley is the state's 10th largest school district (ou...