Surveillance & Security News for August 2011

  Roelof Temmingh, Yuri Gubanov and Lee Whitfield are additional speakers for the EU summit SANS Institute has announced additional speakers who will be presenting at the annual European Digital Forensics and Incident Response Summit in London this September.With more than 15 years in the security industry, Roelof Temmingh has been a top speaker at events including BlackHat, Cansecwest, Defcon, FIRST and RSA, as well as a tireless tool developer including Maltego, the popular open...

 Code-It is designed to enable conveniently controlled access to a doorMul-T-Lock UK has launched a dedicated website to provide latest news and information, alongside installation guidance for its innovative Code-It handle.Code-It is a novel door handle, with integrated electronic security, designed to enable conveniently controlled access to a door, without the need for any secondary locking unit.Says Matt Rice, Marketing Manager for Mul-T-Lock UK: "With so many professionals now he...

  G4S will secure elements like passenger, hold baggage and non-passenger screening at Canadian airportsCATSA announced that it has selected G4S as the Security Screening Contractor for the delivery of Airport Screening Services in the Pacific Region. G4S Secure Solutions (Canada) will provide services at 20 airports, including Vancouver International Airport. G4S is delighted to have been chosen as a partner to help CATSA to achieve its mission to protect the public by securing critic...

 Tranport Security Expo and Conference  focuses on public transportation security withstanding acts of terrorismThe security of airfreight, whether carried on passenger or cargo flights, has been brought into sharp focus with the discovery Friday of two Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs) in cargo destined for the United States of America. One of the devices was discovered in the cargo facility at East Midlands Airport and the other at Dubai International. Both of them w...

Adding to its new line of 1.3-Megapixel IP security cameras, Canon U.S.A., Inc., a leader in digital imaging, has introduced the VB-M700F fixed IP camera, providing outstanding image quality, built-in video analytics, conformance to the ONVIF (Open Network Video Interface Forum) interoperability standard and many other advanced features. Streamlined in appearance, the new model integrates sophisticated technologies derived from Canon's world-famous digital camera and optical products. Applic...

  CBC's Ganz C-AllView ruggedised PTZ camera technology was positioned by Vizsec in a novel wayWorld leading surveillance systems manufacturer CBC (Europe) has partnered with Visual Security Systems (Vizsec) to significantly improve protection at an industrial estate in north-east England. The new CCTV technology installed has played a major role in strengthening security at Cowpen Lane Industrial Estate in Billingham, one of several such estates on Teesside.Cleveland-based Vizsec has...

  VidSys PSIM software system was employed to deter potential security threats across the National Mall area VidSys, the leading provider of Physical Security Information Management (PSIM) software that allows organizations to resolve business and security situations in real time, announced that it collaborated with the United States Park Police (USPP) on a technology trial to protect the hundreds of thousands of people from around the country during the annual Fourth of July cele...

 OnSSI dominated in the "Open Platform IP Video Surveillance Management Software"For the third consecutive year, OnSSI, a leader in IP video surveillance software, has been named the leading vendor of open-platform network video management software in the Americas, based on market share dominance. The annual report issued by IMS Research, a top supplier of detailed market data to the global electronics industry, identified OnSSI as number one in market share for 2010 both in...

  The seminar included presentations from Next Level Security Systems, HID Global and Axis CommunicationsNext Level Security Systems, a developer of a new breed of unified, networked security solutions, along with Axis Communications and HID Global presents a Unified Security Seminar on Aug. 11, 2011, in Chicago. Axis Communications is a leading provider of IP-based network video solutions and HID is a trusted leader in providing access control and secure identity solutions. The combin...

  The Cassidian portfolio comprises defence and security productsCassidian adapts its organisation in order to create a further empowered and streamlined customer-oriented structure across the globe. The new organisation is based on two pillars: customer proximity and programme execution. In addition, a strong focus is set on cyber security. "The ultimate purpose of this new organisation is to ensure that we are more responsive to our customers, both at home and worldwide and to c...

After the series production start of two IP Fixed Box Camera models with CMOS sensors in April, Basler has now initiated series production of another CMOS camera model and also two IP dome camera models with CCD sensors. The latest CMOS box camera model, the BIP2-1920c-dn, provides 1080p Full HD resolution and a frame rate of up to 30 fps at an attractive price. In addition, CMOS sensors feature a number of advantages regarding image quality, such as the almost complete lack of smearing effects,...

Delta Scientific, the leading manufacturer of counterterrorist vehicle control systems used in the United States and internationally, today announced the successful full scale crash test and product release of Delta's new DSC207 Embassy vehicle barricade system. The new Embassy barricade is a fully enclosed, shallow foundation wedge barricade with covered front and sides. In a full scale crash test conducted by an independent test lab, the DSC207 met the criteria for an M50/K12 rating. A 15,000...

  At the show, ComNet will showcase their latest innovative product rangeComNet Europe of Leeds in the United Kingdom, a leading manufacturer of Fiber Optic, Copper and Ethernet/IP transmission and networking equipment, will be exhibiting at this year's Security 2011 Exhibition, Australia's leading industry show in Sydney from 24th to 26th August.  At the show, ComNet will showcase their latest innovative product range including:Ethernet over Coax/UTP Ethernet over Coax with PoE U...

  Q1 Labs will implement its QRadar Security Intelligence platform in CSIT's research lab Q1 Labs, the global provider of total security intelligence solutions, announced that it has become a member and official partner of the Centre for Secure Information Technologies (CSIT) in Belfast, Northern Ireland. This further demonstrates Q1 Labs' commitment to European security intelligence markets and builds on the company's existing European efforts out of its distribution, R&D, sales a...

  Attendees will learn about diverse issues like VLANs, router protocols, IP addressing, and port address translationSamsung has devised a free two-day training course specifically for UK installers and system integrators who wish to acquire a greater understanding of how the latest generation of IP network products can enable them to deliver tangible real life benefits to their clients.The language of IT personnel and what questions to ask them at the system design stage will be among...

  Nigel Eastaugh has experience and knowledge in the design and development of APNR infrastructuresCitySync, leaders in ANPR solutions, is delighted to announce the appointment of Nigel Eastaugh to take on the role of Senior Project Manager. Nigel joins us after a 3o year police career with the Metropolitan Police, Hertfordshire Constabulary and secondment with the National Policing Improvements Agency (NPIA), followed by support staff service as a Technical Project Manager with the Me...

 The need to combat anti-social behaviour encouraged the city authority to deploy an IP video solution The City of Lamentin, located on the French archipelago of Guadeloupe in the Caribbean, has used an IndigoVision city-wide wireless IP Video solution in its successful bid to reduce crime. Situated near the Guadeloupe National Park, Lamentin's 16,000+ residents enjoy a good quality of life, blighted in certain areas with low-level crime. The need to combat anti-social behaviour, graff...

ComNet Europe of Leeds in the United Kingdom, a leading manufacturer of fibre optic transmission and networking equipment, has expanded its ValueLine by introducing a cost-effective 26-port modular Gigabit Ethernet switch for commercial security applications. The CWGE2FE24MODMS is another modular managed Ethernet switch that provides a high port count with great flexibility in copper and fibre optic media type. The all-new CWGE2FE24MODMS is essentially a user-configurable chassis that acco...

Opgal's GOLANTM is a new ruggedised thermal imager with a high sensitivity uncooled microbolometer in 640X480 format 17µm detector pitch. It is available with a powerful 70_220 mm dual field of view or a continuous zoom 25-225 mm that provides operators with best situational awareness in a variety of defence and security applications. Advanced features provide this imager with great flexibility and versatility. Automatic focus ensures the operator has the best video, which can be CCIR...

Genetec, a pioneer in the physical security industry and a provider of world-class IP security solutions, announced recently that Security Center now offers a software plugin for RF Code's Asset Manager solution. The Asset Management Plugin will allow users to add asset monitoring and reporting capabilities to their current Security Center access control and video solutions. This new Security Center plugin also give users the ability to tightly monitor valuable assets and see exactly what is...

 Optex Europe and EMCS partner join forces with a vew to specialised trainingOptex Europe, the leading provider of detector technology, has partnered with EMCS, the independent alarm receiving centre (ARC), to develop a comprehensive programme of highly specialised training courses for EMCS installers.The training has been designed as part of the two companies' combined efforts to counteract the occurrence of false alarms, which dramatically impact upon the efficiency of security systems a...

 Gareth Storey joins c-hq security services as new DirectorGareth Storey has joined Sussex-based c-hq security services as a Director. c-hq are a security technology and resilience consultancy specialising in custodial, CNI, defence and aviation projects. Gareth will be developing the contract management capabilities of the business. One of the biggest areas of growth is the management of COMT (commissioning, operation, maintenance and training.)Gareth is an electrical engineer by professi...

  Chris Costa brings extensive experience in physical security industry to his new role at ComNet ComNet, Communication Networks of Danbury, Connecticut, a USA-based manufacturer of fiber optic transmission and networking equipment, has announced that Christopher Costa has been appointed as the company's Vice President of Engineering. Chris Costa will report directly to Andrew Acquarulo Jr., ComNet President and COO. Until joining ComNet, Costa previously held the role of Dir...

 Avigilon HD Surveillance System was deployed by San Diego Metropolitan Transit System Avigilon, the performance and value leader in high definition (HD) and megapixel video surveillance solutions, recently announced that the San Diego Metropolitan Transit System (SDMTS) has deployed the Avigilon HD Surveillance System at several of its transit stations to assist with passenger safety, protect critical assets, and comply with industry regulations. The Avigilon HD Surveillance System was ch...

 Outdoor video specialist Sightlogix picks Dollacker & Associates as a representativeSightLogix® Inc., the leading supplier of outdoor area and perimeter security video systems, recently announced the appointment of Dollacker & Associates, Inc. as its manufacturer's representative for the South Central U.S. territories of Texas, Oklahoma and Arkansas."The demand for critical infrastructure protection of the large assets in this region requires an organisation with...

A new Fujinon 2 megapixel resolution telephoto zoom has been added by UK/Ireland distributor Pyser-SGI Limited to its range of Fujinon C mount lenses for CCTV and machine vision applications. The latest top-end model in Fujinon's CCTV Megapixel product range, the new HC16x100R2CE-F11 offers the high optical and mechanical performance of Fujinon's renowned HD broadcast lenses to provide clear and reliable long range surveillance around the clock. Supporting sensitive C or CS mount day/night...

The Milestone Systems open platform IP video management software is an important tool for Loomis Denmark to ensure transparency throughout the entire cash services process. The transport and counting of cash, financial documents and other valuables is a business that demands ongoing attention to security, which is well covered by Milestone XProtect Corporate managing network cameras from Axis and megapixel cameras from IQinVision documenting every detail of the activities."For us secur...

  SSS has upgraded its monitoring option in Bristol to Chiron's IRIS Secure Apps system to enhance its remote monitoring servicesSSS Management Services Ltd (SSS) is achieving a significant increase in its remote alarm monitoring business with Chiron's market leading IRIS secure alarm signalling technology.The award-winning company, which delivers a wide range of independent facilities management services, has secured orders to remotely monitor more than 700 new sites over the next nin...

  Smartair offers access control solutions that reduce costs associated with wiring a traditional access control systemMul-T-Lock UK's innovative Smartair units have been fitted to external doors at The Green School by local locksmiths PW Secure-It, to upgrade the school's security from a mechanical locking system to an access control solution.            Smartair provides a secure all-in-one access control solution that reduces th...

  First  Asian Milestone Integration Platform SymposiumMilestone Systems, the open platform company in IP video management software, held its first regional MIPS Asia partner event July 6-8th. At the Hotel Renaissance Bangkok about 150 partners from the Milestone channel and eco-system attended the conference. A number of the partners arrived earlier in the week for Milestone software training and certification sessions.The keynote speech was delivered by Eric Fullerton, Chie...