Surveillance & Security News for August 2015

uTrust TS ScramblePad is a significant update to Identiv’s reader for high-security government and commercial entryways Identiv, Inc. recently announced that the uTrust TS ScramblePad Government Reader is now included on the U.S. government’s FICAM Approved Products List (APL). The General Services Administration (GSA) lab, which is part of the Federal Identity, Credential, and Access Management (FICAM) Testing Program, has evaluated and approved Identiv’s uT...

The certification courses are designed to provide comprehensive, hands-on learning experience 3xLOGIC, Inc., a leading provider of integrated intelligent security solutions, recently announced the schedules for new BICSI-recognised Video Certification and Access Control Certification training courses. 3xLOGIC Certification courses are designed to provide a comprehensive, hands-on learning experience. Courses are taught throughout the year at locations across the US, Canada an...

According to Chris Mosley, President of Complete Security Systems self-monitoring with video security is a moving trend Complete Security Systems Inc., Marlboro, New Jersey, is a UL-listed central station and security installation company serving New Jersey and other East Coast areas. According to Chris Mosley, President of Complete Security Systems, attracting young people to the security industry is a challenge. Chris highlights Complete Security Systems' new products, servi...

Three Samsung Techwin cameras would need to be specified to provide coverage of areas both inside and outside all 19 mental health units Creating a safe environment for patients, staff and visitors is a constant challenge throughout the NHS and particularly so within mental health facilities. With this in mind, 19 mental health units located throughout the Norfolk and Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust estate have been recently equipped with IP network based video monitoring sys...

The 100th U.S. patent protects unique aesthetic design of Spectra Logic’s BlackPearl Deep Storage Gateway Spectra Logic, the deep storage experts, announced recently that it has been awarded its 100th United States patent. This achievement marks a significant moment in the company’s more than 35 year history and reflects its continued commitment to technological innovation and development. Spectra Logic’s patent portfolio covers various aspects of hardw...

The video management software part of Zetron’s video surveillance system utilises a new user interface Zetron, a leading provider of mission-critical communications solutions worldwide, announced the release of updated video-management software that is part of Zetron’s Video Surveillance System offering. The Video Surveillance System includes a variety of IP-cameras, recorders, video-storage devices, and an integrated access-control system with badging functionalit...

HID Global®, a worldwide leader in secure identity solutions, recently expanded its broad offering of its identity assurance portfolio with the addition of the ActivID® Flexi Token. The new solution is ideal for financial institutions and enterprises seeking a cost-effective pin pad solution with advanced security capabilities for mass deployment. The hardware token offers a more flexible solution for graphical customisation and deployment, along with options for on-site initialisation t...

Dantech Electronic Engineering, the manufacturer of specialist power supplies and ancillary equipment for security applications, has revealed an astonishing reliability record for their range of ‘slim-line’ multipurpose switched-mode power supplies - designed specifically for use within security applications. In production for over 10 years, the Dantech DA665 switched-mode range is space-saving models capable of supplying ultra-reliable 12v power for a multitude of applications. Ana...

Texecom has recently revamped and enhanced its UK wireless kit offering. Designed to provide more performance and more value than previous wireless offerings, Texecom’s 5 new 32-zone wireless kits simplify the Premier Elite wireless kit range, making selecting the right Ricochet-enabled wireless kit even easier than before. Compatibility All Texecom wireless kits are based on the Premier Elite 48 platform, offering up to 32 Ricochet enabled wireless zones in wireless, self-contained and...

UNION, part of ASSA ABLOY Security Solutions, a UK division of ASSA ABLOY, the global leader in door opening solutions has launched a new Heavy Duty Tubular Latch for residential properties. The new HD Tubular latch has been fully tested to meet EN12209 - category of use grade 2, demonstrating that it is appropriate for medium frequency of use by people with some incentive to exercise care, but where there is some chance of misuse. It is also suitable for use on 30 and 60 minute timber fire doo...

The Urmet products  has the ability to blend with the Grade II-listed architecture Urmet’s IPervoice video entry and access control solution has been installed at St Joseph’s Gate, an apartment complex located at a former foreign missionary college in Mill Hill, London. The system was chosen for the redevelopment of the Berkeley Group’s site due to its simple installation process and the ability of Urmet products to blend with the Grade II-listed archite...

Dahua Technology, a world-leading manufacturer and supplier of video surveillance products headquartered in Hangzhou, China provides security for Zanzibar Presidential Office. Smart detection with megapixel network cameras Tanzania is the largest country of East Africa. Zanzibar is the semi-autonomous part of Tanzania in East. The Presidential Office is one among sixteen Ministries established in the seventh phase of the revolutionary government of Zanzibar. After years of use, the security sy...

Zaplox, a market innovator of advanced Mobile Key Services for the global hospitality industry, has integrated its solution with SALTO Systems, providing hotels and their guests with unmatched convenience and superior satisfaction. As a result, Zaplox will be the first Mobile Key Services company to announce its integration with SALTO Systems. This strategic global partnership allows any property with SALTO BLE (Bluetooth Low Energy) enabled locks installed to easily implement mobile access fun...

Fibaro, a leading European manufacturer of wireless, intelligent home automation systems, announces the availability in the United States of Home Center 2, the centrepiece of Fibaro’s total connected home ecosystem.  Based on Z-Wave wireless technology, the Home Center 2 uses Fibaro and other Z-Wave sensors to provide complete control over hundreds of home automation devices and scenarios. As a result, the Home Center 2 brings a high level of convenience, safety and energy efficiency...

The luncheon will be held on 17th September at the Pine Island facility in Columbia, SC AlliedBarton Security Services, the industry’s premier provider of highly trained security personnel, and the ASIS Central South Carolina Chapter will host the inaugural Law Enforcement Appreciation Luncheon on Thursday, Sept. 17, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Pine Island facility located on 150 State Rd. in Columbia, SC. Speakers at the luncheon This luncheon for peace officers wil...

The tiny interference-free radio offers seamless monitoring from cameras installed in various parking garages Siklu, the leading millimetre-wave company, has been selected to provide wireless connectivity for a car deck project contracted by the Wilkes-Barre Police Department. Siklu’s tiny, interference-free Gigabit radio, EH-600T, is helping to provide seamless monitoring from cameras installed in various parking garages. Precision Integrators and Platinum Networks par...

Xtralis created VESDA-E VLQ specifically to deliver cost-effective very early warning smoke detection for compact areas like DCCs Russian Railways (Rossiyskie Zheleznye Dorogi or RZhD) owns and operates Russia's entire railroad system, annually carrying over 1 billion passengers. With over 85,000 Km of track and 1.2 billion tonnes of freight shipped annually, RZhD operates the third largest rail network in the world. RZhD has 12 main lines, many of which provide direct con...

UNION’s keyULTRA™ 6 pin masterkey system offers improved key control for NHS security and facilities managers UNION, part of ASSA ABLOY Security Solutions, a UK division of ASSA ABLOY, the global leader in door opening solutions, is supplying its keyULTRA™ system to the state of the art West Cumberland Hospital. The hospital is based in Whitehaven, Cumbria and is set to open in October 2015. Facilities will include 261 beds; the majority of which will be...

TDSi will also be showcasing its new readers range with MIFARE and Proximity versions Integrated security manufacturer, TDSi announces that it will be showcasing the latest version of its powerful security management software, EXgarde 4.4, its new range of readers and offering sales and technical advice to visitors at IFSEC Southeast Asia 2015 in Kuala Lumpur from 2nd - 4th September. The show is a huge draw to the security community in Southeast Asia and an important one in...

Dahua Technology, a world-leading manufacturer and supplier of video surveillance products headquartered in Hangzhou, China recently announced the availability of its Eco-Savvy 2.0 series PTZ cameras. The Eco-Savvy series offers SD59 and SD50 models. Those two models carry the spirit of the Eco-Savvy 2.0 series which is energy-saving concept, featuring 30x optical zoom capability, as well as smart features to make surveillance easier. Eco-Savvy 2.0 series PTZ camera offers users an excellent s...

The SCEC endorsement confirms Gallagher Z10, F22 and Z20 products’ availability on the SEEPL standards A first for Gallagher's latest generation Perimeter technology, with its award-winning Z20 Disturbance Sensor, F22 Fence Controller and Z10 Tension Sensor gaining approval by the Security Construction and Equipment Committee (SCEC). As global leaders in the design and manufacture of security technology, the SCEC endorsement confirms Gallagher's products perform to Aust...

ISAF team is aiming at the visit of a bigger number of procurement committees from more countries this year ISAF, being the sole organisation of Eurasia in Security, Information-Network security and Smart Buildings, is organised in 9th, 10th and 11th Halls of Istanbul Expo Center between September 17th and 20th, 2015. The leading companies in the sector already took their places in ISAF which will be organised for the 19th time this year. As ISAF achieves growth in the number...

ISNR official - ME homeland security market will see CAGR of 18.7%, and hit $34 billion per year by 2020 According to a recent Frost and Sullivan report, the Middle East’s homeland security market will see a compound annual growth rate that is three times the global average, and it is driven primarily by economic diversification and massive scale-up in infrastructure projects such as the centrepiece of Abu Dhabi Airports multibillion-dollar investment program, the Midfie...

The prison has installed 25 units of SNC-ER580 PTZ cameras, together with 176 units of SNC-CH240 box-type cameras Yicheng Prison has upgraded its analogue CCTV system with Sony’s brand new video security and monitoring solution. Sony security cameras offer the benefit of crisp, clear Full HD image quality and reliability - necessary in such a demanding environment - plus lowered maintenance costs compared with the prison’s previous analogue installation. Yicheng P...

Kentucky Underground Storage, Inc. needed to upgrade its surveillance system with American Dynamics’ Illustra cameras and recording solution for increased security and clearer images. Customer - Kentucky Underground Storage, Inc. (KUSI) Kentucky Underground Storage, Inc. (KUSI) is a family-owned business located just 20 miles south of Lexington, Ky. When the family purchased the former limestone quarry at a foreclosure auction back in the late 1970s, it turned the cave — some 130 f...

Any business sees its share of highs and low, of flare-ups and lulls. In the security market, several factors can impact general business trends, whether at the macro level or for an individual manufacturer or integrator. The economy is always a factor in the business climate, but are there others? We asked our Expert Panel to assess the impact of another variable – the seasons. Specifically, we asked this week’s Expert Panel: What is the seasonal impact on sales of security technolo...

StaySafe tracks a lone worker’s location and alerts their manager if they do not check-in within a specified time Following an independent audit by the National Security Inspectorate, Lone worker safety solution StaySafe Business has been awarded NSI Guarding Silver status for the provision of lone worker device services in accordance with British Standard BS8484. BS8484 defines stringent guidelines regarding lone worker devices and is only awarded to solutions that are...

360-degree view cameras are becoming popular in security, but more education about the technology is still needed in the industry, says Scott Brothers, regional account director, Europe, for Oncam, a provider of 360-degree camera technology. Various parts of the world are at different stages of awareness of the technology, which can benefit the traditional security end user and is also finding uses in other departments and even other markets. User experience qualityOncam was an early proponent...

ESX recently announced its 2016 convention in Fort Worth, TX from June 8-10 The Electronic Security Expo (ESX) - the national trade event where electronic security and life safety dealers, integrators, and monitoring professionals connect, learn, and prepare for the future wowed attendees at its 8th annual event in Baltimore at the Baltimore Convention Center June 24-26. Once again, providing the perfect blend of networking, education, and technology focus, the event drew the...

Once home automation – controlling everything from HVAC to door locks to lights to security cameras – was solely the providence of the high-end home. Custom systems were pricey – some ranging upwards of $100,000 or more. That was before widespread access to broadband internet and before everyone started carrying a powerful internet-connected mini-computer – called a smart phone – in their pocket. Home Automation goes mainstream These days the Smart Home has gone...