Surveillance & Security News for April 2010

To make integrator installation easier, the new dome cameras feature both IP and analogue outputsInfinova announced that it will introduce its new V1720N-M series high speed indoor IP PTZ dome camera, which integrators can provide customers wanting an easy transition from analogue CCTV systems to IP-based digital video surveillance solutions, at IFSEC in Birmingham, England May 10-13 in Booth 5F10. With the V1720N's built-in software, users can view, control, and even program the IP PTZ domes fr...

Glassgate 250 comes with even more entrance control features than the previous Fastlane systemThe new Fastlane Glassgate 250, manufactured by Integrated Design is on display on their stand B127 in Hall 4 at IFSEC. The Fastlane Glassgate 250 is a state-of-the-art speed gate that combines infrared detection sensors with glass barriers. The Glassgate's bi-directional swinging glass barriers intelligently control traffic flow whilst maximising throughput and the infrared tailgate detection offers ex...

Q1 Labs is a rapidly growing security intelligence software companyEnterprise Minister Arlene Foster has announced details of a new inward investment project on the second day of Invest Northern Ireland's strategic mission to the US.Q1 Labs Ltd., a global developer of security intelligence solutions headquartered in the US, is to establish its European, Middle East and Africa (EMEA) headquarters in Belfast, creating 50 high quality jobs. Q1 Labs is a rapidly growing security intelligence softwar...

IPervoice is the first digital, all Cat5e door entry and access control systemIntegration and innovation make IPervoice unique. Using IP topology i.e. a standard computer LAN network installation with RJ45 connections takes IPervoice to new levels of professionalism within the door entry industry.Since its introduction to the market, Urmet has converted over 2000 apartments to IPervoice. The first site was converted in July 2009 by demonstrating to the developer and installer the overall cost sa...

Smaller size of the security lockers delivers added flexibility in design configurationsDelivering new capabilities for securing, tracking and controlling valuable items, Morse Watchmans introduced the new SmartKey locker module, displayed at ISC West 2010, as an addition to its successful line of SmartKey locker solutions for storing valuable objects. The SmartKey locker module is designed with a smaller footprint - half the depth of the standard locker - and can be used in any of the modular K...

Electronics Line 3000 Ltd. is a supplier of wireless security and remote management systemsRISCO Group Ltd., a global provider of end-to-end security solutions, has acquired Electronics Line 3000 Ltd., a supplier of wireless security and remote management systems serving mass residential and commercial markets worldwide for 25 years. The acquisition, completed just days before the ISC West trade show, will further expand RISCO Group, Inc.'s broad range of products and integrated systems. "R...

The CCTV software comes with dual monitor outputs and split-screen supportThe new WV-ASM970 video management software (VSM) from Panasonic System Networks Company of America, exhibited at ISC West 2010, provides a dedicated graphical user interface (GUI) for Panasonic video systems. Feature highlights include dual monitor outputs for system operation/maps and the other for monitoring video, and multiple split-screen capabilities. The VSM solution is designed to interface with Panasonic's PM...

IPVisionSoftware is an innovator in highly scalable, cost-effective IP video surveillance systemsIPVisionSoftware, the innovator in highly scalable, cost-effective IP video surveillance systems, announced that version 3.10 of its virtual video recorder (VVR) is now available; supporting a wider range of camera & access control providers while offering new cost-savings features that streamline and expand the distribution, display, and usability of live & recorded surveillance video.Unlike...

Examining the road to convergence The use of Internet Protocol (IP) in the security industry is increasing but little is known about the relationship between end users and the merger of traditional physical security and IT otherwise referred to as convergence in the security trade press. Markus Lahtinen of the LUSAX project examines the growth of convergence in the security industry and discusses complexities of this relationship. The LUSAX project at Lund Universit...

Mayflex's marketing team is responsible for promoting each of the key divisions - Infrastructure, Networking and SecurityMayflex, the cabling infrastructure, networking and physical security solutions distributor, is very pleased to have been shortlisted in two categories in the Microscope Aces Awards 2010.This is the second consecutive year that Mayflex has been shortlisted for the Distributor Marketing Team of the Year award and the first time for the Logistics Team of the Year award. The mark...

Victoria is responsible for delivering opportunities for remotely monitored CCTV systemsVictoria Waude has been appointed Business Development Manager for Remote Video Response (RVR), responsible for delivering corporate and high-end market opportunities for remotely monitored CCTV systems. Victoria has worked in the high technology CCTV industry for more than 10 years, having joined RVR from Dedicated Micros where she was the UK Sales Manager (Projects). She has a background in customer service...

Energy Star qualified products reduce energy usage and carbon emissionsIn keeping with Panasonic's eco-ideas initiative, Panasonic System Networks Company of America announced at ISC West that its Lite-ray POS Workstation has earned the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) prestigious Energy Star qualification. "Restaurant owners and operators can now realise energy cost savings while helping preserve the environment with the Energy Star-qualified Lite-ray workstation," said Sa...

The NT400 IP phone supports wireless Bluetooth headsets and features 48 programmable soft keysPanasonic System Networks Company of America is demonstrating the KX-NT400 IP network telephone at ISC West 2010. The innovative phone features a 5.7-inch colour touch screen that provides quick and convenient access to Panasonic network cameras, as well as business applications via intranet connection. "Integrating previously disparate systems like video surveillance and telephone systems exemplif...

Arecont Vision's latest suite of IP megapixel solutions is to be deployed for the duration of the eventArecont Vision, the industry leader in IP-based megapixel camera technology, announces their sponsorship for the Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games at ISC West 2010. The 16-day event will be hosted in the United States for the first time since its inaugural event, at the Kentucky Horse Park in Lexington, Kentucky. A working horse farm, theme park and equine competition centre, the 1,200 acre Ke...

Ocularis surveillance software delivers superior performance, scalability and functionalityThe latest, most advanced version of the Ocularis IP video-centric physical security information management (PSIM) platform was be the star of the show at the On-Net Surveillance Systems, Inc. (OnSSI) booth at ISC West. OnSSI is the leading supplier of IP video surveillance control and management software, and Ocularis, its flagship product, provides the ability to integrate and control information fr...

RISCO Service Platform is a single environment for all access control, video surveillance and alarm needsRISCO Group, a leading provider of Integrated Security Solutions, will be exhibiting its growing portfolio of innovative Security Solutions at IFSEC UK 2010 May 10-13, in Stand D10 at the entrance to Hall 4. Several breakthrough products and solutions will be launched and exhibited for the first time. Visitors to RISCO Group's stand will be able to experience the SynopSYS Integrated Security...

SALTO Systemsworking together with Bristol based business partner Gem Security Centre Ltd, has implemented the replacement of mechanical key operated night latch rim locks with a SALTO XS4 electronic access control solution at Cirencester's Royal Agricultural College. Established in 1845, the Royal Agricultural College was the first agricultural college to be established in the English speaking world. As a leading university college it offers over 40 career-focussed programmes within its School...

artec technologies AG, manufacturer of high definition video surveillance and broadcast logger/IPTV systems has delivered its XentauriX® based E-Learning solution "Webcast Manager" to the London South Bank University. The "Webcast Manager" is deployed in many training centres, colleges and university facilities word wide since 2002.  The project at the London South bank University was realised by our partner Impact /UK.  The "Webact Manager" monitors and records student's pra...

This subsequent order from Singapore was won against fierce competition. The crucial points, besides the favourable total costs, were mainly the integration possibilities which CardLink offers and the short delivery times. Since the battery is integrated in the standalone cylinder and not in the LEGICbadge, flexibility and safety are ensured although room inhabitants are changing frequently. This year, Singapore will host the first Youth Olympic Games. NTU's 6000 student homes will then be acco...

Reliable technology from Bosch Security Systems is playing a principal role in a new CCTV installation at the University of Sussex as it extends the IP camera network to cover further areas of the university campus. The University of Sussex is a single site campus covering 280 acres on the outskirts of Brighton. Its CCTV system, specified originally in 2003 by the university in conjunction with specialist installers A.M Fire and Security, is a Bosch-based solution primarily based on dome camera...

The University of Portsmouth is one of the UK's most respected modern universities.  Offering over 500 different courses, the University is home to around 3,000 staff and 19,000 students - drawn from over 100 countries.   Since 2001 a major investment programme has seen the University's estate transformed, with the construction of new buildings for both academic and support activities, and the refurbishment of many existing buildings to ensure a high-quality learning environment....

Rainbow’s new OCL Series outdoor colour DSP cameras have been installed in Ireland at a prestigious private school, St Gerards, in Bray near Dublin. The application of the Rainbow DSP cameras is at a new build project forming an extension to the main school and catering for first-grade pupils.  The cameras are operating from the school's entrances, stairwells and playground, serving a building, which has a split-level structure with eight classrooms.  Images are monitored...

Bringing vision and mission together The college's mission of "Responding to Diversity; Raising the Standard; Taking Education Further," was something reflected in the development and choice of a suitable logical and physical access control solution. Satel Naik, Technical Services Manager, explained that the college had not previously used access control except for a few door code locks. He also identified that there was no information technology (IT) security solution in place. Satel's vision f...