Surveillance & Security News for December 2013

MOBOTIX AG, a leading manufacturer of digital high-resolution, network-based video security systems has released details of a project for Aerohub Newquay Cornwall Airport that will help to secure the new multi-million pound aerospace development area and critical access roads. The South West of England is home to the largest aerospace cluster in Europe with more than 900 aerospace related companies in operation. Aerospace contributes £3.2billion to the South West economy and is one of the...

End user: Port of Greater Baton Rouge is one of the top 10 ports in the United States and ranks 32nd in the world in total annual tonnage. It is situated 230 miles from the Gulf of Mexico on the Mississippi River and the U.S. Gulf Intracoastal Waterway. It covers multiple facilities that span 85 miles of the Mississippi River and encompasses Ascension, East Baton Rouge, Iberville and West Baton Rouge Parishes in its Port jurisdiction. Business objective: The port needed a security solution...

2010 saw 1,125 cases of theft at construction sites in Denmark. Today we see signs of organised crime, where criminals work a very structured approach that leads to greater economic losses for companies. Although many firms are insured, they lose money every time a thief is successful. Furthermore, there is often a high deductible on this type of insurance, which in many cases cover only 60% of its losses. PTZ Security, the distributor of Dahua in Denmark, is experiencing a growing interest in...

Of all the modern forms of transport, air travel is arguably one of the most security-conscious. With high profile attacks and hijacking being an ever-present threat, airport security is vital. However, as well as being highly vigilant, airport security also needs to be flexible for passengers and staff, ensuring that the flow of travellers and workers are not impeded by the security measures designed to safeguard them. Whilst security concerns are as prevalent as ever, modern integrated securit...

Nelson has more than 20 years of practical experience in accounting and finance Identive will move its corporate finance activities from its Europe hub in Ismaning, Germany to its corporate headquarters in California as part of its continuing efforts to simplify its business operations. Along with this move, Brian Nelson has been appointed chief financial officer and secretary of the company, effective December 20, 2013. Nelson is based in California and replaces David Wear, w...

Teleste presented its video surveillance solutions at the event Teleste recently presented its video surveillance solutions at IP-in-Action LIVE Expo and Conference. The event took place on 5 December in Southampton, UK, and it promoted the very latest IP based security and safety products and services provided by some of the most progressive companies in the industry within the exhibition area. Meet Teleste in Southampton and take the opportunity to learn what they have...

ASSA ABLOY will also showcase its Aperio™ L100 wireless security lock range at the event One partner for all your security needs: ASSA ABLOY helps millions of customers around the world to find the best access and security solutions for their business. ASSA ABLOY’s global leadership incorporates the combined power of award-winning products and technology from ABLOY, Yale, Traka, TESA, IKON and effeff. ASSA ABLOY drives the future of wireless access control wi...

McCoy will be responsible for driving sales at Arecont Vision’s select national systems integrators Arecont Vision, the industry leader in IP-based megapixel camera technology, announces the appointment of Matthew McCoy as the Company’s new Director of Strategic Accounts. Mr. McCoy is a 25+ year veteran in the security industry, where he has developed and refined his skills with companies such as ADT/Tyco, Convergint and most recently with Avigilon.  “M...

Mr Jong Wan Lim has worked for Samsung for 26 years as a Project director in new business and head of overseas countries Prior to his appointment, Mr Jong Wan Lim has worked for the Samsung Group for 26 years as a Project director in new business and head of overseas countries. Mr Jong Wan Lim also led the Samsung Techwin DACH, CIS and East European team. “2014 will be a very exciting year for Samsung Techwin in Europe, Russia and CIS and I am very pleased to have t...

LILIN was recognised at the 11th Golden Torch Awards for the Top Ten Product of the Year and the Top Ten Enterprises of the Year The Outstanding Enterprise Manager Association in Taiwan’s prices of excellency Golden Torch Award was established to increase the interest in Taiwanese companies and its products and services, to create an opportunity for the Asian businesses community to meet, to spread knowledge about Taiwanese companies know-how, and innovation ability....

The partnership will accelerate the acceptance of HDCVI through Aditya’s extensive channels Dahua HDCVI Academy officially has Aditya Infotech as its first distribution partner earlier this month. As HDCVI reveals a new chapter, offering the industry with a new HD solution, and in a heritage way, HDCVI provides high definition quality at analogue price. HDCVI technology is exact the optimal solution to the market, and with a specific microsite, HDCVI academy, whereas yo...

The SIA presented Boxer with the award in a ceremony on Capitol Hill The Security Industry Association (SIA) recently presented Sen. Barbara Boxer, D-Calif., with its award for Legislator of the Year in 2013 for her tireless dedication to school safety. SIA presented Boxer with the award in a ceremony on Capitol Hill on Dec. 18. Specifically, SIA recognised Boxer as its 2013 Legislator of the Year for her efforts to enact the School Safety Enhancements Act of 2013 (S. 146), w...

FaceVACS-Entry combines smart hardware for image acquisition with software for verification processes Cognitec responds to high demand for fast, accurate face recognition solutions at border control points by introducing a new product that combines smart hardware for image acquisition with market-leading software for verification processes. FaceVACS-Entry is ready for integration into electronic gates (eGates) which provide travellers with electronic passports (ePassports...

AMAG Technology’s Senior Systems Design Architect Adam Shane was selected as one of three top contributors AMAG Technology’s Senior Systems Design Architect, Adam Shane, was selected as one of three Top Contributors for the Smart Card Alliance Access Control Council for 2013. His leadership, time and input have contributed to the success of the council, and he was recognised at the Smart Card Alliance gala award dinner in Coral Gables, Florida on December 9, 2013....

IndigoVision releases the latest version of its Control Center Eagle with over 40 software enhancements Voted All Over IP 2013’s “Best Management Software”, the latest version of IndigoVision’s Control Center Eagle features over 40 software enhancements, including; better evidence management, better mobile device support and better third party camera performance. “With over 150 vendors at All Over IP, winning ‘Best Management Software&rsquo...

Gareth will undertake customer site surveys and will introduce new Videx access control products to customers Videx Security, the leading supplier of door entry and access control systems, has appointed Gareth Bond as South West Sales Manager. He brings twenty years of experience in the security industry to his new role. The appointment emphasises Videx Security’s commitment to its customers in the South West. In his new position, Gareth will build upon the company's ex...

This new accreditation recognises the reliability of Octavian’s services and its capacity to deliver consistently Octavian Security has added yet another string to its bow, after becoming accredited as a top supplier to the utilities sector. The company was audited by Achilles Information for entry into its UVDB Verify Scheme – which represents the utilities industry – for its standards of practice, capacity to deliver, risk management and compliance wit...

James has acquired in-depth knowledge of the Videx product range through his position in the company's technical department Videx Security, a market leader in the supply of door entry and access control systems, has appointed James Rose as Training Manager. James takes over from Aaron Houghton who has moved into the company's R&D department. Videx Security has always placed great emphasis on Training and Technical Support, underlined by ongoing investment in its training...

The new IP-based systems use the Ocularis software system with more than 4,600 Panasonic network cameras In today’s economy, it can be difficult for correctional facilities to obtain the funding needed to upgrade their security technologies. However, a series of high visibility incidents in Texas in 2008 cast a bright light on the benefits of video surveillance and the critical need to maintain high-performing systems. Now the Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ)...

More than 900 fixed and PTZ video surveillance cameras are installed throughout the GHS locations Upgrading the video surveillance and physical security system of a multi-building, multi-campus medical facility to state of the art status takes more than simply adding or changing equipment. It takes ingenuity and perseverance from the client, combined with experienced technology partners who can provide quality products and services that enable the client’s vision to beco...

Bryan has been with VTI since 1996, first serving as the President of Loss Control Solutions VideoTronix, Incorporated dba VTI Security announces that Bryan Viau has been promoted to Chief Operating Officer, effective September 1, 2013. Bryan has been with VTI since 1996, first serving as the President of Loss Control Solutions, a subsidiary software company, until its sale in 2003. Since becoming Executive Vice President of VTI, he has been the driving force behind building...

Driving innovation and extending its leadership in industrial networking technology, Moxa has introduced two new PROFIBUS-to-fibre converters that transparently bridge PROFIBUS to optical fiber, providing total isolation, protection against EMI/RFI interference, and freedom from equipment grounding problems. Equally important, the two new converters help extend connections up to 2.5 miles on multi-mode fibre or up to 25 miles on single-mode fibre at data rates up to 12 Mbps -- well beyond the s...

The USPTO granted MOBOTIX Corp.’s requests for review of four patents owned by e-Watch Inc MOBOTIX Corp. succeeded again in a patent dispute with San Antonio, Texas-based e-Watch Inc. The U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) granted MOBOTIX Corp.’s requests for review of four patents owned by e-Watch Inc. According to the USPTO, information presented by MOBOTIX Corp. established that there is a reasonable likelihood that MOBOTIX Corp. would prevail in showing u...

Rathcliffe installed two 5MP IQeye cameras atop the building to cover the entire parking lot IQinVision, market leader in high-performance HD megapixel IP cameras, recently announced that Rathcliffe Properties, based in Toronto, Ontario, has deployed IQeye HD megapixel cameras, along with exacqVision Edge server software to provide high-quality video surveillance for a strip shopping center it owns and operates. Michael Tylman, of Rathcliffe Properties, explained that he beca...

This is a time where a whole industry is on the verge of changing the day-to-day lives of us all by introducing NFC technology. It is anticipated that NFC will serve much more use cases, especially in the consumer electronics realm, than just enabling mobile payments. COMPRION eases the verification process of this rather complex technology with its new NFC Robot and thus helps the industry to grow faster. NFC Forum standards harmonise quite a few related specifications to form a universal NFC...

Exacq Technologies, part of the Security Products business unit of Tyco, a leading manufacturer of video management system (VMS) software and servers used for video surveillance, has released version 5.10 of its exacqVision VMS software for use with the company’s network video surveillance systems. The latest version introduces support for exacqVision ESM, expanded two-way audio functionality, new and updated IP camera integrations and more. Version 5.10 adds support for the new exacqVisi...

Milestone appointed Thomas Lausten as its Vice President of Sales for EMEA Milestone Systems, the open platform company in IP video management software (VMS), is strengthening its organisation with a new Vice President of Sales for EMEA, a Public Relations Manager for EMEA, a corporate Director of Large Accounts and National Sales Managers in the Americas. Thomas Lausten started this month as VP Sales, EMEA, and is also a new member of the Extended Leadership Team (ELT) in Mi...

The system detects and tracks divers and small underwater vehicles and alerts security personnel to the potential threat Maritime security company, Sonardyne International Ltd. has successfully completed the installation of a Sentinel Intruder Detection System (IDS) onboard a drilling rig operating in an undisclosed offshore oil field in the Middle East. The system has been deployed to protect the platform against the threat of attack from underwater intruders. Sentinel i...

Ward Security will initially focus on training security dogs and handlers to help plug the shortage in the market UK national security company, Ward Security has launched a sister company to meet demand for professional security training from private sector and state owned companies based in the Middle East and India. Ward Security International Training Ltd, will offer specialist security training programmes that will initially focus on training security dogs and handlers...

Geoff's experience will be invaluable as SIA moves towards introduction of licensing for security businesses Geoff Zeidler has joined the Security Industry Authority as a non-executive Board member with private security industry experience. As a Board member Geoff will work closely with interim Chairman Bill Matthews and the other Board members to contribute to the overall strategic direction of the SIA and to ensure the SIA carries out its duties effectively and to the highe...