Surveillance & Security News for April 2010

Compro applies its technical expertise from network video into surveillance industryCompro Technology, a professional state-of-the-art video product developer and manufacturing company, whose products have been promoted in the global market for over 20 years, is going to bring the unique 24 hours/365 days IP cameras and video solution at booth number J515-J518, SecuTech Expo 2010. Compro IP camera solutions provide maximum customer value through effective surveillance solutions, reduced costs an...

The topic of the presentation is Perimeter Security and Surveillance using Scanning Radar TechnologyDr. Stephen Clark, co-founder and Business Development Director of Navtech Radar, the world leading developer and manufacturer of millimetre wave (MMW) radar sensor solutions for outdoor security and surveillance applications, will be speaking at the Perimeter Protection & Intrusion Detection Workshop at Britain's only international expo dedicated to the counter terrorism and specialist securi...

The challenge The airport required both fixed and mobile communications systems. The fixed system was required as a back-up communications system for the main fibre optic communications network. The mobile system was required for security operations based on mobile vehicles. Wireless broadband was recognized as the best solution, particularly because it eliminates problems with wired infrastructures (which can be damaged during on-going construction activities) and also works freely as a mobile...

Secretary Napolitano will try to ensure resilient and secure commerce through the Container Security InitiativePress Secretary Clark Stevens said: "Secretary Napolitano will travel to Madrid, Spain, on April 8-10, to participate in the U.S.-European Union Justice and Home Affairs Ministerial Troika meeting, where she will discuss international cooperation to protect against terrorism and trans-national crime. Secretary Napolitano will assess progress made on the joint declaration on strengt...

Vemotion integrates with existing infrastructures, such as CCTV cameras and personal surveillance solutionsVemotion Interactive announced a reciprocal agreement with Private Mobile Networks Ltd whereby the Vemotion encoders, streaming server (VSS) and video clients will be integrated into the Private Mobile Networks Rapid Deployment Unit (RDU). The resulting video-enabled RDU will be available to customers through both Private Mobile Networks Ltd and Vemotion Interactive enabling rapid deploymen...

The BSIA will continue to serve their members and promote quality security measuresFollowing the announcement of the next General Election, the British Security Industry Association (BSIA) is urging the major political parties to engage with the security industry and consider its needs as part of their election manifestos in the run up to 6th May.Working with the Government has long been at the heart of the BSIA's activity and the Association is proud to maintain good relations with key decision...

The Security 5K event highlighted the great sense of community and generosity of the security industryThe inaugural Security 5K/Mission 500 Charity Run in Las Vegas on the second day of ISC West raised more than $30,000 to benefit Mission 500, a charitable organisation engaging security professionals to sponsor children in need through the World Vision organisation. Proceeds from the March 25th event will sponsor 90 children for a full year - providing food, water, education, healthcare and most...

IndigoVision has 15 years of experience leading the IP video industryIndigoVision has recently held a seminar in Madrid dedicated to end users to keep them educated on the latest developments in CCTV. With 15 years of experience leading the IP video industry, IndigoVision helped attendees to understand what aspects are the key to getting the maximum benefits from their video deployments, identify the differences between poor and advanced solutions and learn about the latest developments in IP se...

NVR-AS 3000 standalone 'Green' Network Video Recorders (NVRs) were exhibited at SICURAt the start of March IndigoVision were on show at SICUR, Madrid. The revolutionary NVR-AS 3000 standalone 'Green' Network Video Recorders (NVRs) that deliver high-performance IP video storage solutions with extremely low power consumption and heat dissipation were previewed, as well as the outstanding full frame rate HD PTZ and fixed cameras and the ONVIF preview Control Center software.

Mission Following recent government requirements and major redevelopment, Australia's busiest airport, where annual passenger numbers topped 30 million for the first time in 2007, decided to upgrade its analogue-based video surveillance system to leverage the benefits of IP technology. Sydney Airport Corporation sought a more flexible, scalable solution that could keep pace with its growing operations while maintaining the highest level of security and safety that staff and the travelling publ...

AMAG Technology offers intelligent networked solutions scaled to manage security management challengesCNL, a world leader in developing physical security information management (PSIM) software, announces it has formed a strategic technology partnership with AMAG Technology, a leading security management and video solution provider.AMAG Technology offers intelligent networked solutions scaled to manage security management challenges from small, remote facilities to multi-national organisations lo...

The industry's only airport specific access control solution - the CEM AC2000 AE (Airport Edition) systemCEM Systems, a brand of Tyco Security Products, will showcase its latest industry innovations at the Airport Show, Dubai. The exhibition takes place on 25th to 27th April at the Airport Expo, Dubai. On display will be the industry's only airport specific access control solution - the CEM AC2000 AE (Airport Edition) system. "With 25 years experience working in consultation with airports,...

Redscan has won Intruder Alarm Product of the Year at IFSEC 2009Optex Europe will be exhibiting its award winning Redscan laser detector and previewing a new product that will be launched to the UK market towards the end of 2010 at IFSEC 2010, stand B20, Hall 5. Redscan, which won Intruder Alarm Product of the Year at IFSEC 2009 and Innovation Product of the Year category in the Security Excellence Awards 2009, is an innovative laser scan detector that can detect a moving object's size, speed an...

CBC will be demonstrating its Video Surveillance over Internet Protocol management system at the expoLeading surveillance solutions provider CBC (Europe) will be exhibiting its innovative and future-proof Ganz CCTV systems and computer lenses this month at the Counter Terror Expo show, being held at London's Olympia from 14-15 April. On stand Q32 in Olympia's National Hall, CBC will be showcasing equipment including its ground breaking line-up of C-AllView cameras such as Thermal Vision, which c...

At IFSEC, Paxton will show how they use IP, wireless and battery powered door control units for Net2Paxton will be showing their dazzling selection of designer readers and their smart range of access control units at IFSEC, Stand E20, Hall 5, 10 to 13 May 2010.Visit Paxton at IFSEC 2010 to see the fantastic new additions to their product range. This year Easyprox nano joined Net2 plus, Net2 nano and Net2 classic to create a range of access control units so versatile they are ideal for a range of...

IndigoVision is committed to providing a complete standards-compliant end-to-end IP security solutionIndigoVision, the leading supplier of complete IP video security solutions, has announced its half year financial results. The company reported an increase in sales revenues of 12% to £12.0m ($18.0m) for the 6-month period ending 31 January 2010, with operating profits of £1.2m ($1.8m). Commenting on the results Oliver Vellacott, IndigoVision's CEO said: "These results are e...

The HubWayEX16 Active UTP transceiver hub allows for the transmission of 16 video cameras over four CAT5 cablesAltronix showcased their next generation of active UTP transceiver hubs at ISC West 2010. The new HubWayEX transceiver hubs feature advanced technology to deliver exceptional video at an amazing price. HubWayEX 16 and 32 port units allow for the transmission of groups of four video signals over each CAT5 cable. A single port unit is also available. TheHubWayEX outperforms the competitio...

SightTracker automatically steers PTZ cameras to zoom and follow targets over outdoor areasSightLogix, Inc., the supplier of intelligent video surveillance systems for area and perimeter security, was exhibiting the SightTracker pan-tilt- zoom (PTZ) controller along with other components of the SightLogix outdoor video security system at ISC West 2010. SightTracker automatically guides a PTZ camera to zoom and follow a detected target using global positioning system (GPS)-based target infor...

Ocularis IP software is compliant with standards from both PSIA and ONVIFMaking security professionals more productive is an essential element of effective security management, especially given today's business mandate to contain costs and optimise resources. At ISC West, On-Net Surveillance Systems, Inc. (OnSSI), the leading supplier of IP video surveillance control and management software, highlighted how exclusive features of the newly updated Ocularis IP video-centric physical secu...

ACT will show how its product range exceeds expectations for VoIP  door entry and IP access control solutionsAccess Control Technology (ACT) Ltd will be exhibiting at IFSEC (Hall 4 stand E140) as part of the Intelligent Integration Zone which is a new feature for 2010. The Intelligent Integration Zone will allow visitors to observe active integration as seven different companies integrate their technologies. With ACT providing access control, the zone will also include perimeter intrud...

Vicon's virtual matrix controller allows IP video streams to be controlled and displayed just as analogue matricesVicon reports that its stand at the 2010 HOSDB exhibition and conference attracted a large number of visitors, many of whom were particularly interested in the company's video management systems for police custody suites and prisons. Vicon also reports strong interest in its portable and static vulnerable witness interview recording systems. Taking place on 16-18th March in...

Demonstrations of Commend security and communications products will be available at IFSECAt IFSEC 2010, Commend UK, the integrated intercom solutions provider, will launch the Intercom 2.0 ‘Series WS' range of highly reliable wall mounted intercom stations to the security market.Series WS includes a family of innovative vandal resistant Intercom units, which bring together the latest in sound, vision, control and design technology. The units are designed to enhance safety and security in p...

The NPS is the premier awards-based marketing programme in the security industryIris on the Move from Sarnoff won the Best New Product Award at the Security Industry Association New Product Showcase. Iris on the Move is an iris recognition device that can capture an iris image at a distance of as much as 10 feet while an individual is in motion and allows a throughput of as many as 30 people per minute.CyberKey Vault from Videx received the Judges' Choice Award, which recognises an entry that of...

The event brought together businesses to examine issues of security, counter-terrorism and business continuityManchester businesses were given a valuable insight into ways they can better protect themselves against security threats and assist in countering terrorism and business continuity issues at the annual Manchester Security exhibition and seminar.The event, held on 24th March, played host to around 200 delegates from the police, local authorities and a range of businesses including banks a...

Barix offers a very cost-effective method of migrating audio to the IP infrastructureBarix AG, a pioneer in IP-based audio, intercom, control, and monitoring, comes to   IFSEC with a focus on providing de-centralised audio over IP solutions for hybrid AV surveillance systems. The company will exhibit its full range of solutions at the show, emphasising the integration of IP intercom and public address (PA) devices at the video surveillance and security management levels. IFSEC takes pl...

Chubb has to install a solution that includes fire alarm, disabled refuge, PA, intruder alarm and toilet alarmsChubb has won a contract with the Bulwell Academy, Nottingham, to supply an integrated fire and security alarm system. Chubb Fire is part of UTC Fire & Security, a unit of United Technologies Corporation.M&E contractor on the project is Balfour Beatty and it specified Chubb to install a solution that includes fire alarm, disabled refuge, PA, intruder alarm and toilet alarms.The...

Kyle has a sales background in the structured cable and security industryinfinias, LLC named Mr. Kyle Summers as Eastern Region Sales Manager. Summers has 10 years of industry experience and has held sales positions at Anixter, Integral Technologies and Digiop Technologies.Summers has experience working in the distribution environment while spending 5 years at Anixter selling structured cabling and security solutions. He then spent 5 years at the security equipment manufacturer level working for...

Napolitano travelled to Mexico to discuss ways to bolster global aviation security measures and standardsU.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary, Janet Napolitano, joined with Mexican Interior Secretary, Fernando Francisco Gómez-Mont, to sign two arrangements to bolster aviation and border security between the United States and Mexico at the Mérida U.S.-Mexico High Level Consultative Group meeting - further expanding ongoing cooperative efforts to crack down on violent...

The camera series include two-way audio, analogue video output and support for the IP network protocolPanasonic System Networks Company of America announced a new series of megapixel fixed and mini-dome H.264 network cameras with i-Pro Smart HD high-performance features. The new units feature HD picture quality employing Panasonic's new UniPhier LSI processor, face detection analytics, bandwidth and energy efficiency, as well as simple installation, set-up and operation. The new line of i-Pro H....

NetWay PoE mid-span products can accommodate PoE and conventional IP video camerasAltronix showcased its growing portfolio of power solutions at ISC West 2010. Offering an expanded product line that features versatile functionality for analogue and networked systems, highlighted products on display include NetWay mid-span PoE products, VertiLine rack-mount power supplies, ReServ UPS solutions, versatile SAV DC video surveillance power supplies, and the newly released HubWayEX series of acti...