Surveillance & Security News for August 2014

Mul-T-Lock’s SMARTair™ ensured smooth transition from mechanical locking to full access control management at the hotel Mul-T-Lock’s innovative SMARTair™ electronic handle set has been installed at the Ellan Vannin Hotel to ensure the smooth transition from mechanical locking to full access control management with enhanced guest services across the hotel. Located in the heart of Douglas on the Isle of Man, on the sea front with spectacular views of Dou...

Exhibitors will demonstrate the utilisation of new aerosol extinguishing systems, fire suppression installations against beginning explosions Messe Essen will once again become the global marketplace for civil security. At the premier global fair Security Essen, more than 1,000 international exhibitors will show the innovations in the sector - in this respect, no fewer than two halls (1 and 7) will be dedicated to fire protection. There, 140 exhibitors will present innovat...

The Systems have been certified to UL 294 Standard for Access Control System Units by Intertek ETL Viscount Systems, a leading provider of IT-based security software and services, recently announced the successful completion of UL 294 certification testing of the Freedom Access Control and ID Management Systems with its IP encryption bridges. The Systems have been certified to the UL 294 Standard for Access Control System Units according to testing by Intertek National Testin...

Through AlliedBarton's military hiring program, the company hired more than 5,000 veterans and reservists in 2013 AlliedBarton Security Services, the industry's premier provider of highly trained security personnel, is proud to be featured as a top veteran-friendly company by U.S. Veterans Magazine for the second year in a row. The results were announced in the magazine's 2014 "Best of the Best" list which recognises companies committed to hiring veterans. "Each year, AlliedB...

Schott will oversee aspects of IT in company’s 3 central stations and Ipson will manage day-to-day at nationwide monitoring stations With more than 40 years of combined industry experience, Steve Ipson and Bob Schott are joining the Security Partners team as Vice President of Operations and Director of Information Technology, respectively. Schott will oversee all aspects of IT in the company’s three central stations and ensure complete redundancy across all platfor...

In Q2 2014, Identiv continued to grow with a series of new launches, including the uTrust product line Identiv, a global security technology company that provides trust solutions for premises, information, and everyday items, reports its financial results for the second quarter (Q2) of 2014. "In Q2 2014, we continued our strategy of growth with a series of exciting launches, including the uTrust product line for converged premises and information access, uTrust TS premises re...

Panasonic System Communications Company of North America, a leading provider of integrated security and surveillance solutions, recently announced a new Full HD 1080p outdoor vandal resistant and waterproof Fixed Dome Network Camera (WV-SFV631LT). As the latest addition to its 6 Series i-PRO camera line, the new Fixed Dome Network Camera is IP66 rated water and dust resistant and features a built-in long-focus variable-focal lens providing advanced functionality. The WV-SFV631LT with its variab...

For the club, the security system is encrypted and a tight security protocol has been implemented Mul-T-Lock’s MT5 patented key and cylinder system has been installed by Morgans Locksmiths at Leicester City Football club, as part of the newly promoted team’s security upgrade programme. Leicester City has recently sealed a place in the lucrative top flight of English football by winning the Championship title, and is now in the process of further improving all...

NICE installed its Situator Enterprise Geographical Information System Web application at the airport NICE Systems and AECOM Technology Corporation recently announced that they are helping Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) extend its situation management capabilities from the control room to the field. The airport deployed the NICE Situator Enterprise Geographical Information System (EGIS) Web application, which enables field personnel to view on their tablets all open s...

The training course on Tavcom website focuses on ONVIF specific issues and includes new product and conformance process modules An updated version of the ONVIF distance learning training course has been published on the Tavcom website. The free training course focuses on ONVIF specific issues and includes new product and conformance process modules. It also provides information on ONVIF’s new Observer membership which offers an opportunity for architects, consultants, e...

IndigoVision’s Enhanced HD Domes and Fixed Cameras monitor the plant’s store rooms and entry/exit gates Listed on the FTSE 100, Vedanta Resources Plc is a global diversified metal and mining company and is one of the largest aluminium production companies in India. Vedanta Resource’s 1.7 million tonne aluminium smelter in Jharsuguda is powered by a dedicated captive power plant. With aluminium being the second most widely used metal after steel, and demand s...

Fortis is working with ASSA ABLOY to offer UNION’s StrongBOLT™ and Eximo range as well as Yale’s Doormaster range The Fortis Group has selected ASSA ABLOY brands Yale and UNION, as its preferred suppliers of branded security. Fortis is the UK’s newest and largest building products buyers’ group and was launched with the strong ethos for members “to help each other and support suppliers.” Formed last year by merging the former CEMCO b...

D-Tools SI 2015 will be demonstrated at CEDIA Expo 2014 in Denver, Colo., in booth #526 D-Tools Inc., the worldwide leader in system integration software, recently announced a major new release of its flagship software platform, System Integrator 2015. Being launched at CEDIA Expo 2014 and available in Q4, the new SI 2015 release adds valuable new productivity features and enhancements that enable Commercial and Residential AV integrators to both streamline business processes...

SMARTair help manage footfall around the centre, while keeping installation time and upheaval to a minimum ASSA, part of ASSA ABLOY Security Solutions, a division of ASSA ABLOY, is helping transform an historic foundry building into a state-of-the-art medical centre, supplying its innovative SMARTair™ electronic access control solution. The Lion Medical Centre will provide GP services for 26,000 patients across the Stourbridge area, and will include an enhanced nurs...

Joris is expertly placed to drive the development of Texecom’s security products and services Texecom is pleased to announce the appointment of Joris Crombé as Business Development Manager, Benelux. Joris has extensive security industry experience in the Benelux area with a career history spanning installing security equipment, technical support, product management and business development. Having recently held positions at ADI Global Distribution and Chiron...

VIVOTEK sees a strong demand for PoE products with high quality and compatibility VIVOTEK now offers Power-over-Ethernet (PoE) solutions to the surveillance market, including a wide range of PoE switches, PoE extenders, and PoE injectors. PoE solutions enable a single cable to provide data connection as well as electrical power to network surveillance devices. By adopting PoE solutions, the cost of the entire surveillance system implementation can be significantly reduced...

Frontier R4 is a comprehensive security management solution that provides real-time monitoring of access doors and alarm points for local and remote locations of virtually any size. The software offers built-in interfaces for Schlage wireless lock solutions that install up to ten times faster than wired alternatives, resulting in significant cost savings. The newest version of Frontier R4 now supports a stronger, streamlined integration between Frontier Access and Frontier Video, allowing easy r...

mobiDEOS Inc. introduces an all-in-one surveillance solution for mobile and web remote monitoring that cloud- and network-enables any DVR on the market, allowing customers to extend the lifetime of analogue surveillance systems while planting the seeds for a complete cloud and IP transition.  The new hardware and software solution accelerates how enterprises, government agencies and other businesses and organisations transition to IP by transforming any analogue DVR—regardless of mak...

Anixter International’s acquisition of Tri-Ed could help to accelerate implementation of IP video and access control by small and mid-sized dealer/integrators. In announcing the $420 million acquisition, Anixter emphasized the opportunity to expand its IP business through the new Tri-Ed customer base that has previously been more focused on analogue video as well as access control, intrusion detection and fire/life safety. It’s just one of the opportunities for Anixter to leverage t...

IndigoVision surveillance solution is helping staff at GDV to respond to incidents more effectively Guide Dogs Victoria (GDV) of Australia have chosen IndigoVision’s solution to help monitor their whelping and birthing suites. Breeding dogs are selected for their high intelligence and recognition among other factors, with each new born puppy costing in excess of $30,000 AUD to fully train, so constant monitoring of new born puppies and mothers is essential. GDV wanted k...

NCT CBRNe Europe 2014 conference will provide in-depth knowledge on interoperability of CBRN Special Forces in Europe With only weeks to go before the worldwide #1 CBRN Defence Event Series is coming to Germany, the list of attendees gets longer. A first glimpse at the agenda will show you that during inside and outside demonstrations delegates will have an outstanding opportunity to get first hand insights into state of the art reconnaissance and decontamination vehicles oper...

IndigoVision's solution delivers high quality footage in spite of the differing lighting conditions Grand Baie La Croisette (GBLC), in Mauritius, is a luxury mixed use development combining retail, dining, residential space, office buildings, cinema, sports facilities and outdoor space with parking areas. After incidents of theft and damage to property, they decided to deploy IndigoVision’s solution. This new system would have to be able to deal with the contrasti...

Cobham installed transmitters on two race event chase boats and a helicopter, a receive and transmit ship Cobham, the RF transmission specialist company, has announced the successful deployment of its SOLO 4 Wireless Transmitter and PRORXB receive system for live television coverage of the Abu Dhabi Yacht Club’s Ghanada Dhow Sailing Championship on 7 June. Cobham, in conjunction with Dubai-based technology solution provider GloCom SNG, installed transmitters on two race...

Mr Brady will be responsible for the manpower operations across the UK and Europe Gordon Brady has been appointed Chief Operating Officer at The Shield Group, the UK’s largest independent total security solutions provider . Mr Brady, who joined the firm in 2012 as a Managing Director of National Accounts, has more than 23 years’ security industry experience. As Chief Operating Officer, Mr Brady will be responsible for The Shield Group’s manpower operation...

DVTEL, INC., the IP video surveillance solutions provider, recently announced that it has completed the integration of DVTEL’s ioimage analytics with the SureView Systems Immix software platform. The integration of the two advanced technologies allows joint customers to tap into new opportunities to monitor perimeters and outdoor areas with increased reliability. Functionalities include the ability to display live or recorded video, send ioimage auto PTZ commands and set preset positions...

The FlexMount S15 thermal camera is a compact, weatherproof and customisable surveillance solution that delivers high-resolution footage in any environment. The dual thermal sensor modules, which measure thermal radiation, can function in total darkness or during the daytime to detect motion in shadows or inclement weather. These thermal modules can also measure sensitivity up to 50mK (millikelvin) and can differentiate between positional and on-the-spot movement, making it one of the most sensi...

Vanderbilt Industries, a global leader in access control innovation, recently announced the introduction of lite blue™, a new 2-door web-based access control system with expansion capabilities to 8 devices.  lite blue™ boasts the same easy-to-use software as the company’s bright blue® Intelligent Access Management System and is easily upgradeable to a full bright blue 32-door system.  The Vanderbilt lite blue™ controller includes two on-board reader interfa...

HID Global®, a worldwide leader in secure identity solutions, recently announced that iZipline™ will integrate HID Trusted Tag Services™ into its cloud-based software platform that enables mobile consumer engagement via Near Field Communications (NFC) technology. Initially, trusted tags will be used for authentication of PackageTagz™, iZipline’s patent-pending technology for pouch packaging that provides instant engagement between brands and consumers’ mobile de...

Mr Roberts will oversee the company's new Monitoring Centre The Shield Group, UK’s largest independent total security solutions provider, has announced Eric Roberts as the Managing Director of the company’s Monitoring and Systems division. Mr Roberts, whose last position was Business Development Director - Monitoring at Corps Security, will be joining The Shield Group from 1st August 2014 to manage the day-to-day operations of the Monitoring and Systems Divisio...

SWI’s Secure Cities provides platform for brainstorming on latest issues of city security as part of internal and national security of India Security Watch India’s flagship event ‘Secure Cities’ would hold this year’s program on 10th and 11th of September, 2014 at Hotel Le-Meridien, New Delhi. Over the last few years, SWI’s ‘Secure Cities’ event has strived to provide the ideal platform for bringing in academia, industry and the...