Surveillance & Security News for August 2010

Zelaris Management Software brings all video signals from IP suppliers to an easy-to-use, intuitive user interfaceAn extensive range of IP camera and software solution products: eneo is presenting itself at the Security in Essen as a provider of professional IP-based video surveillance. Centre stage is occupied by the Zelaris Management Software for bringing all video signals from well-known IP suppliers to an easy-to-use, intuitive user interface. Numerous functions such as OPC connection and a...

Rapid deploymentWith just over 600,000 people, Rotterdam might not be the largest city in the world but it certainly is well known. Home to one of the largest ports in the world, the illustrious Erasmus Bridge, and the starting place of the 2010 Tour de France, Rotterdam has caught the same amount of attention as many other cosmopolitan cities. It's no wonder then that the Dutch systems integrator, Alphatron Security Systems, recently received a European grant to set up new or replacement video...

The Type II SAS 70 audit is the only acceptable method for a third party to assure a service organisation's controlsBrivo Systems LLC, the leader in Software as a Service application for security management, announced that it continues to successfully add industry-recognised certifications that signify the company's leadership in safeguarding customer data. Brivo has received approval for its website to display the TRUSTe EU Safe Harbour Seal, which demonstrates its global commitment to consumer...

EMC sought a centrally managed, scalable IP video solutionVerint® Systems Inc. announced that EMC® Corporation is implementing its Nextiva® IP video security solutions. This latest deployment is the result of EMC's continued investment in technology from Verint Video Intelligence Solutions™ as part of an upgrade to the security infrastructure in its corporate headquarters and smaller field offices. EMC Corporation is a leading global developer and provider of information infras...

The DSC7000 beam barricade meets and exceeds Department of State standards for closing time requirements Delta Scientific, the leading manufacturer of counter-terrorist vehicle control systems used in the United States and internationally, announced that its MP5000 and DSC7000 quick-deploy vehicle barricades will soon be used to defend forward operating bases (FOB) in Afghanistan. A national emergency DPAS (Defence Priority Allocation System) order, issued as part of the Picatinny Arsenal p...

Infinova's V1044B IR illuminated day/night IP65-rated cameras are used for lane monitoringInfinova announced that peripheral ring roads, expressways, interchanges and toll plazas on the outskirts of Bangalore developed by NICE (Nandi Infrastructure Corridor Enterprises) are now using a variety of Infinova cameras as part of a customised independent vision-based solution created by Infinova and DELOPT (Deepti Electronics & Electro-Optics Pvt. Ltd.) to be installed at all eight plazas and thei...

Secutech Thailand will feature the Fire & Safety SeminarSecutech Thailand, a dynamic trading platform for security, fire and safety will take place from 30 June - 2 July 2011 at the Bangkok International Trade and Exhibition Centre. This annual event is organised by Messe Frankfurt New Era Business Media Ltd. and IPEX - International Promotion & Exhibition Co Ltd. Messe Frankfurt New Era Business Media Ltd. is a leading integrated media service provider dedicated to the security industry...

Biometric data is defined to include fingerprints, handprints, voices, facial images, iris images and retinal imagesLegislation that would sharply restrict the use of biometric technology in Alaska would have unintended negative consequences and "ultimately result in the use of less secure identity solutions," the Security Industry Association (SIA) warned in a letter to the bill sponsor.The bill (SB 190) from Alaska State Sen. Bill Wielechowski (D-District J) mandates that "A per...

Achieving ISO 14001 is part of a continuous programme of improvements of the GroupCarlisle Brass and Eurospec, both part of the Carlisle Design Group, are pleased to announce that they have been awarded ISO 14001:2004 certification. This internationally recognised award, for high levels of environmental management, demonstrates the Carlisle Design Group's management commitment to improving the environmental performance of its facilities and its employees. It endorses the company's very impr...

The Honeywell BMS includes access control and RFID tagging to monitor productivity and movementsHoneywell announced that it has been selected to install an integrated building management (BMS) solution at West Cheshire College's new Chester and Ellesmere Port campuses to manage the operations, provide an improved experience for learners and teachers via innovative learning and assessment techniques, and improve the college's capacity to manage its resources effectively. Designed to support West...

Samsung will exhibit new CCTV, IP, access control, video door phone and intruder detection rangesVisitors to the Samsung Techwin Europe Ltd. Stand (Number 213 in Hall 2) at this year's Security Essen will have the opportunity to see the latest Samsung security products in the 2010 line-up, including new CCTV, IP, access control, video door phone and intruder detection ranges which can be used together to create a total security solution."Security Essen will provide us with a great opportuni...

The new round stand design created by ABUS reflects an all-round view of all the innovations in the security sectorOnce again, ABUS KG, ABUS Security Centre and ABUS Pfaffenhain will be jointly presenting their entire range of mechanical and electronic security technology at the 500 square metres Stand 108 in Hall 1. ABUS is using Security Essen to showcase new convergent products combining mechanics and electronics and to present new alarm and video monitoring solutions for the home and small a...

The clientGas Extremadura Transportista SL is dedicated to transporting piped gas to the autonomous community of Extremadura. It is a subsidiary of the Gas Extremadura Group with its share capital held mainly by local businesses and shareholders. Gas Extremadura Group is responsible for distributing natural gas to 15 cities in the Extremadura region and has 680,000 metres of distribution network supplying 60,000 service points. Gas Extremadura Transportista currently has a network of 92,120 metr...

The programme recognises security dealers and integrators for providing exceptional service to end usersHoneywell announced the certification of six dealers to the Honeywell Integrated Security (HIS) Dealer Service Certification programme, which recognises security dealers and integrators for providing exceptional service in helping their customers reap the benefits of integrated security systems. "We developed the HIS Dealer Service Certification programme because we recognise that success...

Ivan will lead the expansion of SightLogix perimeter intrusion detection systems into EMEA marketsSightLogix®, Inc., the leading supplier of automated outdoor video systems for area and perimeter security, announces the appointment of Ivan Arrieta as Regional Director for Europe, the Middle East and Africa (EMEA). Mr. Arrieta, who brings 25 years of executive management and sales experience throughout the region, will lead the company's continued expansion of SightLogix perimeter intrus...

The IMS Research Report is titled ‘The East Europe and Russian Market for Video Surveillance Equipment'A new report from IMS Research, ‘The East Europe and Russian Market for Video Surveillance Equipment', has found budget constrained Russian customers are choosing lower-cost surveillance solutions from local suppliers instead of more costly international brands. However, with the latest data indicating economic recovery in Russia, will the success of local suppliers continue? The th...

Senstar is looking to rationalise its entire surveillance product line, develop and introduce new productsSenstar Corporation announced the appointment of Gord Loney as Vice President of Product Sales. This new position has been created in order to drive the company's product sales globally as it implements a strategy to rationalise its entire product line, develop new technologies and introduce new products.Mr. Loney joined Senstar in 1995 as the Product Sales Manager for Canada, Africa and the...

Basler's next IP camera generation is equipped with the best CCD sensors with frame rates of up to 100 fpsBasler Vision Technologies will present their new generation of extraordinarily light-sensitive IP cameras at the upcoming ASIS tradeshow. The ASIS show is scheduled to take place from October 12 to 14, 2010 at the Dallas Convention Centre, USA. Basler's next IP camera generation is equipped with the best CCD sensors and provides frame rates of up to 100 fps, currently making the new Ba...

MOBOTIX AG, a leading manufacturer of digital high-resolution, network-based video security systems have released details of an installation of its MOBOTIX CCTV solution which is protecting a 4 acre site at Unit Pallets with just 17 cameras.The solution, deployed by Eclipse (IP) Ltd, provides day and night coverage across pallet repair and distribution facility in Grangemouth near Falkirk. Unit Pallets Ltd, a wholly owned subsidiary of James Jones and Sons Limited, a major Scottish sawmilling co...

Greg draws on his 20 years of executive & leadership experience within the software industryCNL, a world leader in Physical Security Information Management (PSIM) software, is pleased to announce the appointment of Greg Knight as CTO. Greg is a well respected name in the global IT industry, with over twenty years of senior management experience in a range of global enterprises. His primary responsibility is for the CNL technology groups, including development, professional services, customer...

 SNB-5000 fixed camera incorporated with Samsung's WiseNet1 DSP chipsetSamsung has introduced a new range of true day/night ONVIF compliant H.264 HD megapixel cameras with built-in licence-free Intelligent Video Analytics (IVA) capability.The SNB-5000 fixed camera, the SND-5080 internal mini dome and the SNV-5080 vandal resistant dome all share a long list of features which allow users to gain maximum benefit from the very latest megapixel camera technology thanks to the incorporation of Sa...

The clear HD camera images are recorded and archived in XProtect Video Management Software from MilestoneMilestone XProtect™, the world's leading open platform IP video management software, is being used to record and archive video of the orca whale called Morgan, while he is at the Dutch ‘Dolfinarium' located in Harderwijk. Secured by Web, a Certified Milestone Partner, has made the innovative solution so the curious public can see live video streaming from an Axis high definition n...

A York Minister Police Officer holding Romad's RSP-100Established in 627AD, York Minster is the largest Gothic Cathedral in northern Europe. Many thousands of visitors make their way to the Minster every year either to attend one of the three daily services or to enjoy the extremely impressive architecture, as well as learn about its fascinating history.One of the interesting things about York Minster is that it has its own Police Force - one of only two cathedrals in the world to do so. York Mi...

NW Systems Group installed a single high resolution megapixel quality MOBOTIX camera at the boat yardMOBOTIX AG, a leading manufacturer of complete high-resolution IP video systems have released details of an installation of its MOBOTIX CCTV installation which is helping to keep a record of the restoration of the Medway Queen, often called the "Heroine of Dunkirk," which rescued 7000 stranded troops from the beaches. The Medway Queen Preservation Society has diligently worked to restor...

Customer profileKück Automobiles is a one-stop-shop for new and used car sales and service. The company was founded in 1998, and specialises in the import and export of vehicles within the European Union. They pride themselves on finding the best deals from vehicle manufacturers, which allows them to offer exceptional prices to their customers. To meet growing demand, in 2001, Kück Automobiles moved their headquarters to a 3500 square metres industrial site in Düren, Germany ("The...

 Barco received the "Best Lighting Product" award at 2010 Rental and Staging awardVisualisation pioneer Barco is proud to announce that several of its products won awards or were featured in award-winning projects. Kicking off InfoComm 2010, held in June at the Las Vegas Convention Centre in Las Vegas, NV, Barco received an award for "Best Lighting Product" for its Cyberlight 2.0 at the 2010 Rental & Staging Awards. Chris Colpaert, VP of Creative Lighting f...

Hikvision's DS-2CD7153-E, one of the cameras to have undergone integration with SeeTec's surveillance softwareHikvision Digital Technology Co., Ltd., the leading supplier of digital video surveillance products, announced that its mini vandal-proof network dome cameras DS-2CD7153-E and DS-2CD7133-E are now integrated with SeeTec's camera management software - SeeTec 5. Hikvision DS-2CD7153-E is a 2-megapixel, vandal-proof, mini dome camera that delivers excellent video detail, while the DS-2CD713...

At Sonatrach, Entelec and OTN provided solutions from telephony to video surveillanceEntelec's first Algerian project will be a co-operation with OTN Systems and is by order of Sonatrach, the largest oil and gas company in Africa. Entelec is proud to announce that it will deliver licenses, development, project design, management & engineering to monitor 320 OTN network nodes in Algeria. Sonatrach is an Algerian government-owned company formed to exploit the hydrocarbon resources of the...

ADFC will be making use of the Sky-Walker Integration Platform for their surveillance needsAbu Dhabi, the richest city in the world, is growing every nanosecond. Due for completion this year is the Financial Centre, also known as Sowwah Square. This enormous project contains no less than 460,000 square metres of built up area, divided between four office towers, the Abu Dhabi Stock Exchange, retail space and parking space. Both Entelec as manufacturer and Site Technology as system provider are p...

The report confirmed SeeTec's position as one of the leading vendors of IP Video Management SoftwareThe recently published IMS Research report on "CCTV and Video Surveillance Equipment 2010" has reaffirmed SeeTec's position as one of the leading vendors of IP Video Management Software. In the ‘Software-only Vendors of Open Platform Network Video Management Software (VMS)' category, SeeTec was ranked Number 2 in the EMEA region and is rapidly closing in on the Number 1 position. I...