Surveillance & Security News for August 2012

As thermal imaging cameras are becoming increasingly popular for security and surveillance applications, more and more security professionals are integrating thermal imaging cameras into their new or existing security networks. Many security professionals are having the need to detect man-sized targets at several kilometers away in order to protect their perimeter. Early detection gives them more time to react; day and night.For medium and long range security applications FLIR Systems now introd...

Bosch Security Systems has announced the successful integration of its MIC Series 550 high-speed pan-tilt-zoom cameras with MG Squared’s Lowering System – a device used frequently in intelligent transportation system and secure perimeter installations. The combination makes it even easier and safer to install and maintain pole-mounted MIC Series 550 cameras in these settings. “With their rugged design, MIC Series 550 cameras are rapidly gaining popularity for monitoring roadwa...

TKH Security Solutions supplied complete iProtect Security Management System Diakonessenhuis Utrecht occupied a proud first place in the hospital top hundred for 2008. It is a progressive hospital with three locations in the Netherlands: Utrecht, Zeist, and Doorn. It has 627 beds, admits over 24,000 patients a year, and provides outpatient clinics that are visited by almost 370,000 patients a year. Diakonessenhuis employs 2640 people, including 150 specialists. Since the quali...

Videx Security has introduced new versions of the 3600 Series Videophone.  Based on the popular 3000 Series, the new variants include both “Standard” and “High End” models that incorporate the latest technology, voice switching techniques as well as an elegant and robust design with a white impact resistant ABS plastic housing. The new Standard 3600 Series improves on many of the functions of the 3000 Series and is also now a more cost effective solution.  The...

The NetNodeIS, Intrinsically Safe, is the latest adaptation of Cobham’s world-leading COFDM (Coded Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiplexing) wireless communications product range. Developed specifically for deployment in underground coal mines, the system can remain active and uninterrupted even when an explosive atmosphere has been detected, leading to improved production efficiency and miner safety. The design of the NetNodeIS is based on proven Cobham COFDM technology currently used...

Positioned as one of the top online retailers of IP security cameras and accessories, VideoSurveillance.com is pleased to announce the arrival of 14 new preconfigured network camera systems designed for both indoor and outdoor settings. These all-encompassing systems – heightened by such reputable security camera brands as Axis, Vivotek, and Smartvue – pass along direct savings to the customer while ensuring utmost security and safety at one’s place of business or home. All 14...

Dedicated Micros to remove HDD surcharges on all DVR/NVR products CCTV specialist Dedicated Micros - part of AD Group - announces that it is lifting HDD surcharges across all of its products and for all sizes of HDD, including 1TB drives. “We are pleased to announce that despite the ongoing HDD shortage we are able to lift HDD surcharges on all Dedicated Micros DVR/NVR products which contain HDDs, from 30th January 2012. We are taking this action to support our users wo...

Over the Air (OTA) technology enables remote introduction of new UICC services and applications without the need to exchange the card. The complexity of the OTA setup, however, compels network operators to test comprehensively. COMPRION’s OTA test system simulates complex OTA use cases so that communication errors in this setup are detected before expensive service rollouts. OTA has recently gained importance due to a variety of developments such as the growing supply of uniform basic car...

Videx Security's GSM access control systems now have a capacity for up to 1000 apartments, or are suitable for just a single property. They are now available in both the popular 4000 Series and vandal resistant versions in standard and digital keypad/LCD display formats. They provide users with complete freedom of control and are a truly wireless access control solution. They use mobile phone technology to communicate with and operate doors or automatic gates.  Both GSM kits and systems ar...

Suprema launches BioEntry W, a Fingerprint IP reader featuring vandal-resistant and waterproof structure. With its   rugged IP65/IK08 certified protective structure, BioEntry W designed for outdoor installation and harsh operating environments. Packed in a mullion-sized body, BioEntry W features multi award-wining Suprema fingerprint algorithm with loads of innovative features. For outdoor installations, BioEntry W offers class-leading dust and water protection by featuring IP65 certi...

AD Aerospace and SAMRI to supply cockpit door surveillance and video monitoring systems AD Aerospace, part of AD Group, is very pleased to announce the signing of a Letter of Intent (LOI) with Shanghai Aero Measurement Controlling Research Institute (SAMRI) for the supply of security and safety video camera systems for the COMAC 919 aircraft, (SAMRI is an Enterprise of AVIC - Aviation Industry Corporation of China). AD Aerospace and SAMRI will partner together to supply the Co...

Technical course of Mayflex is ideal for engineers and installers who want to learn how to build IP solution Following the success of Mayflex’s CCTV Over IP training last year, the company will once again be offering these free courses throughout 2012. For those either new to or just getting started in IP surveillance, Mayflex’s free CCTV over IP training courses provide the ideal platform to learn the basics of this technology which is growing year on year at a s...

High resolution thermal imaging have increased applications such as remote and long distance monitoring Thermal imaging is forcing rapid change to the security industry worldwide according to thermal imaging technology specialist Irisys. It’s possibly the most disruptive technology for thirty years and it’s being accelerated by lower price points and technology advancements. Go back just 5 years and the use of thermal imaging in security was rare. Price kept a lid...

Anixter and Iomega to bring Iomega's StoreCenter network storage products to the video surveillance markets Iomega International, a wholly owned subsidiary of Iomega Corporation, an EMC company and a leading innovator in data storage solutions for small and medium businesses (SMBs), recently announced the addition of a new distribution partner, Anixter, a market leader within the video surveillance/security industry, to service video surveillance needs in parts of Europe,...

Milestone's XProtect software enables customers to monitor and control analogue and IP cameras 12 of Samsung's iPOLiS HD network cameras have been integrated with the Milestone’sXprotect IP video management softwareThe models are: SNB-5000, SNB-7000 megapixel box cameras, SNO-5080R, SNO-7080R megapixel weatherproof bullet cameras with built-in IR LEDs, SND-5080, SND-5080F, SND-7080, SND-7080F megapixel internal dome cameras, SNV-5080, SNV-7080 megapixel weatherproof...

Axxon, Aiemtis, Digifort and Griffid, are some of the VMS companies that Samsung has been working with Samsung has announced that it has successfully accelerated its programme to integrate its cameras, DVRs and NVRs with video management software offered by leading independent software development companies. Axxon, Aimetis, Digifort, Griffid, Ipronet, Exacq, Genetec, ISS, Milestone, Mirasys, ONssi and Seetec are now among the list of VMS companies that Samsung has been workin...

Mirasys software is based on open architecture and supports H.264 compression Samsung’s network cameras have been successfully integrated into the Mirasys video management software platform.Mirasys’ VMS can receive image feeds from both analogue and IP cameras simultaneously. Based on an open architecture and supporting H.264 compression, the software can be run across hundreds of servers on an unlimited number of workstations and mobile or browser-based web-client...

Face Recognition application is ideal for use in retail malls, airports and railways For several years counting, especially in complex and crowded scenes was one of the most popular applications in available from iOmniscient’s extensive portfolio. The high verifiable accuracy and the sophisticated and comprehensive reporting made it very popular not just for retail malls but also for airports and railways keen on understanding traffic flows for both safety and marketing...

D-Link product range comprises IP surveillance cameras and home storage and networking solutions D-Link and Computer 2000 have announced the formation of a new partnership that will make D-Link’s consumer and business networking available to a whole raft of new resellers and drive continued growth for both companies and their reseller partners.  The full range of D-Link’s offerings, including its IP surveillance cameras and home storage and networking solutio...

Women's Security Council named Carole Dougan as Woman of the Year in the Manufacturer category Carole Dougan, Arecont Vision's Vice President, Strategic Accounts, has been named 2012 Woman of the Year in the Manufacturer category by the Women's Security Council (WSC), a not-for-profit organisation dedicated to advancing the professional success of women working in the physical security industry. Ms. Dougan was honoured along with other winners at WSC's Women of the Year Awards...

Verint experienced yoy and sequential revenue growth in both the enterprise and security intelligence markets Verint® Systems Inc., a global leader in Actionable Intelligence® solutions and value-added services, recently announced results for the quarter and full year ended January 31, 2012. “We are pleased with our fourth quarter non-GAAP revenue of $219 million, up from $187 million in the fourth quarter of the prior year. We experienced year-over-year and seq...

Verint received the awards in the Workforce Optimisation suite and Enterprise Feedback Management Verint® Systems Inc. announced that it has earned two prestigious CRM magazine “Service Winner” awards—the publication’s highest honors—in the categories of Workforce Optimisation (WFO) Suite and Enterprise Feedback Management (EFM). For the fifth consecutive year, Verint’s Impact 360® Workforce Optimisation™ suite swept the WFO ca...