Surveillance & Security News for April 2013

Over 403 senior security professionals from 37 countries were registered for the event ASIS International held its 12th European Security Conference & Exhibition on 14-16 April 2013 at the Swedish Congress & Exhibition Centre. 403 senior security professionals from 37 countries were registered for the event. On Sunday 14 April, the programme started with a professional tour of the Gothenburg Casino, giving insights on the challenges they face in securing this historic...

MySOS is also fully certified to all elements of BS 8484 and BS 5979, the standard for alarm receiving centres Skyguard, Europe’s premier personal safety service for lone workers and those at risk, has been awarded the prestigious ‘Secured by Design’ accreditation for its innovative MySOS personal safety device. The MySOS, exclusively developed by Skyguard, has met the extremely stringent specifications set by Secured by Design, the official UK initiative cr...

Middle Atlantic Products is introducing new height-adjustable Sit/Stand functionality for its family of ViewPoint consoles and technical furniture. Sit/Stand lift system functionality promotes proper ergonomics for healthy work environments, and is now available pre-installed in welded ViewPoint console bays or as a standalone work station model.  Ideal for dispatch, call centre and surveillance and monitoring environments, these new models feature three convenient pre-set height settings...

Exacq Technologies, a leading manufacturer of video management system (VMS) software and servers used for video surveillance, is pleased to announce the integration of CitySync license plate recognition (LPR) software with the exacqVision video management system (VMS). “The partnership between Exacq and CitySync will provide a highly effective tool that combines both video and data evidence from the same user interface.” Users can now utilise CitySync’s industry leading LPR s...

Fermax discussesed strategic plans for product launches, campaigns and international expansion policies As every year, Fermax has set aside time for analysis and planning. This time round, the Valencian company has opted for a decentralised and participative format that has been very well received throughout the organisation. During the meeting sessions, the commercial network was introduced to the strategic plans for product launches, campaigns and international expansion pol...

QNAP Systems, Inc. announced its new budget friendly Turbo NAS lineup TS-421U and TS-420U rackmount models for the workgroups and entry-level SMBs with fast-growing needs of economical network storage. The TS-421U features with Marvell CPU 2.0 GHz, and the TS-420U features with Marvell CPU 1.6 GHz. Both models operate with 1GB DDR3 RAM, and provide sustained high performance for daily routines in file storage, sharing, and data backup. “The TS-421U and TS-420U satisfy the requirements of...

Hikvision is proud to announce the release of its EXIR infrared technology for Hikvision network cameras. Compared to conventional IR network cameras, Hikvision’s high-performance EXIR series delivers the most advanced levels of night-time surveillance available on the market today – with best-in-breed illuminators for any zero-dark environment, indoors or out. Below are some of the benefits that EXIR technology brings: 1. Highly efficient light source and enhanced LED light streng...

Idesco's latest reader, Access 9 CD 2.0 G, sports the convenient and economical GPRS portal for administering ID transactions. A robustly reliable portal, GPRS is a perfect cost-effective solution for sites unable to accommodate cabling. The Access 9 CD 2.0 G is easily deployed in the remotest construction sites, where no data transfer capability exists besides GPRS – the same protocol your GSM mobile phone uses. Naturally, Access 9 CD 2.0 G is designed to endure the harshest environments...

VIVOTEK recently announced the launch of two new compact size cube cameras - IP8130 and IP8131. Both cameras, with their small appearance, elegant design and affordable price, are especially ideal for end-user surveillance applications such as homes, offices and shops. IP8131, the enhanced version of IP8130, is especially suited to low-light situations with a removable IR-cut filter for day and night functionality and built-in IR Illuminators, effective up to 6 meters, securing excellent video q...

SALTO has developed and launched a brand new SALTO GEO (Global Electronic Opening) Swiss profile cylinders range for doors with a Swiss round profile cylinder mortise lock. Designed for use in applications such as switch solutions for garage doors or elevator panels, the new SALTO GEO Swiss profile standard cylinder is available with an inside thumb turn option or for doors where extra control is needed a double control (entrance & exit) function. It also has different cam options: 15mm cam...

IFSEC & FIREX Awards celebrateexcellence in product design, innovationand installation UBM Live - organiser of IFSEC International and FIREX International, the world’s leading annual security and fire events – has announced the shortlist for the IFSEC & FIREX Industry Awards 2013. Carefully drawn up from the wide number of entrants across the security and fire sectors, the following categories have been shortlisted: CCTV Camera Equipment of the Year, CCTV...

David Winner joins Streit after a career in the British Army Streit Group, the world’s largest privately-owned vehicle armouring company, is delighted to announce the appointment of David Winner to the key position of General Manager, Streit Group UK. Opened in London in 2012, the UK subsidiary is responsible for all of the Group’s sales and marketing operations across Europe and for consulting on European defence and security requirements and design solutions. Da...

John Reid and Peter Collins join Mayflex with 20 years experience of the security industry Mayflex, the cabling infrastructure, networking and electronic security solutions distributor, has strengthened its security division with the appointment of two new field sales representatives. John Reid and Peter Collins join Mayflex with 20 years worth of experience of the security industry between them. John joins the sales team as account manager covering the South Wales, Mid Wales...

Ingersoll will demonstrate its aptiQ readers, PegaSys access control and Interflex solutions at IFSEC 2013 Leading global provider of security and safety solutions Ingersoll Rand will be launching its new CISA eSIGNO contactless lock in addition to showcasing the latest security technology at IFSEC 2013 on 13-16 May. With a growing portfolio of industry leading security technology, the Ingersoll Rand team will be on hand to advise on the latest trends as well as demonstrating...

Talk-A-Phone announces integration of the VOIP-500 series phone / WEBS Paging Module with Singlewire Software’s InformaCast Advanced Notification solution. With Talk-A-Phone’s public release of the VOIP-500 firmware version 1.0.1.12, users of the InformaCast Advanced Notification can now send audio broadcasts to Talk A Phone’s VOIP-500 series phones and WEBS paging devices over a network. “We are extremely pleased to announce the integration with Singlewire”, said...

PureTech's new board consists of four strategic experts in fields related to the company's business model PureTech Systems is proud to introduce its new strategic advisory board. The board consists of four strategic experts in fields related to the company's business model. As a leader in geospatial video analytics, the PureTech leadership team will collaborate with the advisory board to gain strategic business and market insights to help the company continue to realise its vi...

CH Products, the leading manufacturer of PTZ surveillance joysticks introduces a compact and stylish addition to newest line of USB desktop joysticks. Incorporating the latest generation Hall effect positioning sensor, the RS Desktop features a three axes joystick with 12-bit resolution, delivering superior control for PTZ cameras. Supporting USB 2.0 HID “game controller” interface for plug-and-play connectivity, the RS Desktop is easy to use and compatible with a wide variety of vi...

Many forward-thinking organisations are rightly reassessing their security options In many industries, security and dependability are at the forefront of customers’ minds. But the fact is that firewalls and encryptions will only ever form part of the solution. Jon Mooney and Dave Bulless, security experts at Ingersoll Rand in the US and UK respectively, discuss the benefits of biometric technology in the protection of people, businesses and assets. Highlighting the many...

ASSA ABLOY will showcase its new Aperio L100 electronically controlled lock at IFSEC 2013 ASSA ABLOY and HID Global technologies help millions of customers to access their world securely. ASSA ABLOY’s global leadership incorporates the combined power of award-winning technology from leading brands HID Global, ABLOY, Yale, Mul-T-Lock, Traka and effeff. At IFSEC 2013, all these brands are showcasing the cutting edge in access technology on one stand. See demonstrations of...

Hytera wins the award for "Small and medium enterprises" The company Hytera Mobilfunk GmbH was awarded with the 4th Lower Saxony Foreign Trade Award in the category "Small and medium enterprises" and has won through against 50 other candidates. The popular prize of the State of Lower Saxony was awarded on 9th April 2013. "The prize reflects the confidence of our customers and this is a key reference for the acquisition of future projects," says Matthias Klausing, CEO & Pr...

Streit Group will display its Spartan and Typhoon vehicles at LAAD Defence & Security 2013 Streit Group, the world’s largest privately-owned vehicle armouring company, is looking to Latin America as a new and potentially strong market for future growth. With over 100 models across a range of product categories – including luxury vehicles for VIP protection, cash in transit, security and commercial, and tactical military vehicles – the company is deliverin...

Exacq’s VMS solutions can now be fully integrated with the G4S Symmetry Security Management System G4S Technology, a leading provider of integrated building security management systems, announces partnership with Exacq Technologies. This collaboration further reinforces G4S Technology’s capability in the Video Management marketplace. Exacq Technologies Inc. is a leading developer of open architecture, Video Management System (VMS) solutions for security and survei...

Tavcom's security training workshop was held at its training facilities in Bishops Waltham Tavcom hosted a workshop for a group of trainers from Denmark on 21st March 2013 at its training facilities in Bishops Waltham as part of a nationwide itinerary designed for the visitors to learn first hand how security training is carried out in the UK. The visit was jointly organised by UK based Skills for Security and the Danish Institute of Fire & Security (DBI) and was supporte...

Grandstream Networks, a worldwide manufacturer of IP voice/video telephony and video surveillance solutions, recently announced that business and residential users employing GXV IP Video Surveillance Cameras have new flexibility and convenience options for monitoring physical security at their office or at home. IP Cam Viewer, a mobile application for Android, Apple, and Blackberry devices, allows business owners or homeowners to use a smartphone or tablet to remotely monitor and record live fee...

Verint® Systems Inc. recently announced the launch of an integrated audio and video intelligence solution that provides command, control and communications centres, as well as public safety answering points (PSAPs), with a unified application interface to investigate incidents leveraging information from voice, video and other security systems. The solution serves as a forensic tool that can provide public safety organisations and other critical infrastructure entities with a 360-degree vie...

UTC will also showcase a complete suite of perimeter detection products  A host of important product launches in intruder, CCTV, integration and fire will be unveiled by UTC Climate, Controls & Security at IFSEC, on stand C90 Hall 4, making this year a landmark event says the company. The new products will include a combined camera-PIR unit with superior features that will make visual verification intruder systems much easier to design and install. For critical risk...

EnVision Command Consoles offer comfortable ergonomics and comprehensive features Since 1963, Winsted Corporation has been a pioneer in product design and development for the technical furniture market. The company specialises in providing ergonomic console and furniture solutions for demanding control room operations. “Winsted was founded on an unwavering commitment to customer service and innovative product design. Fifty years later, we are proud to continue to provid...

Tavcom will also be organising the Tavcom Training Theatre on behalf of IFSEC Tavcom personnel are unlikely to have much time for rest during the four days of IFSEC 2013. As well as helping visitors to the exhibition with enquiries about its traditional classroom  based training courses, Tavcom will also be officially launching its web based Academy, and a new Technical Services division, as well as organising on behalf of IFSEC the Tavcom Training Theatre! Visitors to S...

Recently joined Arnaud Tacchini will be in charge of Geutebruck's new office Geutebruck France has recently opened its fourth office. This new base in Bordeaux-Mérignac now provides sales and technical services to the South West of France. In charge is Arnaud Tacchini (40) who has himself only recently joined the company. Having previously worked in the access control sector of the security industry, Tacchini is already very familiar with this sales region and has excel...

Jamie will be responsible for value-add solution sales to support IDIS installers and integrators IDIS has announced the appointment of Jamie Barnfield to the role of Senior Sales Manager based out of the IDIS European headquarters in Brentford, London. Jamie joins IDIS to head up direct sales and to establish an effective and experienced sales team for the next generation DirectIP solution suite. Jamie will be responsible for value-add solution sales to support IDIS installe...