Surveillance & Security News for February 2014

DVTEL's ioimage Thermal 5320 PT camera offers a cost-effective solution to traditional surveillance practices DVTEL's ioimage Thermal 5320 PT camera offers a lightweight, cost-effective solution to traditional surveillance practices. Round-the-clock thermal technology and a power consumption index of less than 12.95 watts simultaneously deliver unprecedented image clarity while reducing utility costs and eliminating the need for costly PoE+. Multiple lens technology also give...

Several BSIA members have developed lone worker devices to connect employees quickly and discreetly with an emergency response system The importance of lone worker protection in the healthcare sector has been reinforced by the latest NHS security figures, which reveal a shocking 5.8% rise in physical assaults against health service staff in the past year. In figures collated from NHS Trusts across the UK, reported physical assaults against NHS staff in England for the year 20...

Images captured under Raytec Infra-Red lighting showed a man climbing over a fence, trying to enter a shed and escaping A BBC wildlife project got more than it bargained for, when Raytec Infra-Red lighting helped to capture an intruder live-in-act, in the middle of the night. The CCTV system belongs to BBC wildlife presenter Simon King, and was installed as part of a ‘Fox Family Cam’ project, designed to film a family of foxes living in London and stream live vide...

The collaboration will be based around the existing ASIS CPE scheme and will see Axis attending UK ASIS events Axis Communications, the global market leader network video, has been selected to partner with the UK Chapter of ASIS International, the world’s largest organisation for security professionals, to provide its members with training and information. This unique collaboration will be based around the existing ASIS CPE (continued professional education) scheme and...

The alliance between Traka and Nedap offers significant advantages to end users  Traka, a leading developer of intelligent key and asset management solutions has announced its formal partnership with access software developer, Nedap. Successfully integrating Nedap’s AEOS access control system with Traka’s secure asset management solutions over many years has led to the official partnership. The software integration allows security staff to easily grant...

DVTEL, the IP video surveillance solutions provider, announced recently the release of ioimage Thermal, a new line of high-performance intelligent thermal cameras. Available in fixed and pan-tilt versions, the cameras provide exceptional image quality at an affordable price. The ioimage Thermal surveillance cameras with associated ioimage video analytics deliver sophisticated image interpretation and comprehension for customers requiring detection in low-light or zero-light environments. The io...

Industrial operators using commercial-grade wireless devices for media-rich, mission-critical wireless applications may be getting satisfactory wireless network service, but frequent maintenance and system downtime can add up to a high total cost of ownership. Moxa, a leader in embedded computing solutions, is addressing this issue with its new AWK-5232 Industrial a/b/g/n Wireless AP/Bridge/Client that delivers high-speed wireless connectivity with up to 300 Mbps data rate, along with superior...

The document presents useful information for deploying key control and asset management solutions Morse Watchmans, the leading supplier of key control and management systems, has published a whitepaper titled Best Practices Provide Best Value When Implementing Key Control and Asset Management Systems. The document, available on the Morse Watchmans website, presents useful information for deploying key control and asset management solutions, such as designing and customisin...

Nedap Security Management announced AEOS 3.1 is now available. This new release builds on the usability of AEOS, giving a unified design, while keeping in mind the different users. From the Configuration & Maintenance application to the Identity & Authorisation interface – AEOS maps to the way people actually work. This also applies to AEOS Surveillance, this renewed web application gives users a clear overview at all times. This clarity reduces the chance of mistakes, while increa...

WavestoreUSA, a provider of professional digital video and audio recording solutions for video surveillance applications, recently announced the availability of the newest version of its video management software, V5.42. This release delivers new functionality, further empowering organisations to achieve higher levels of awareness and quicker response using a streamlined software platform. The highly integrated software suite dramatically facilitates operator workflow, saves time, reduces costs...

Axis designated six US Business Areas - Northeast, Mid-Atlantic, Southeast, Midwest, South Central and West Axis Communications, the world leader in network video, announces its US Expansion Plan designed to bring Axis even closer to its partner network and end-customers while intensifying local resources to meet demand in the fast growing physical security market. The Expansion Plan, which went into effect January 1, enables Axis to remain nimble while scaling to meet partner...

Europol will also give a presentation in the main educational programme focused on counterfeit products ASIS International, the world’s premier association for security professionals, has announced that Europol has agreed to partner with ASIS Europe 2014. Europol is the European Union’s law enforcement agency whose main goal is to help achieve a safer Europe for the benefit of all EU citizens. The ASIS 13th European Security Conference & Exhibition is a un...

Raytec and Axis Communications are committed to spearheading the evolution of security technologies Raytec is delighted to announce that they have been chosen as the first ever Axis Gold Technology Partner for Northern Europe. The Gold Partner status follows many years of collaboration between the two companies, particularly in delivering first class education and harmonising technologies to create the smartest, greenest and most advanced systems. CCTV lighting specialists R...

Teleste presented the PRO MPEG FEC functionality of its Luminato headend platform with a LIVE demo at the event The CSTB 2014 Forum was organised from 28 to 30 January, 2014 in Moscow. Teleste participated in the event with their Russian partner, Kontur-M. Teleste presented the PRO MPEG FEC functionality of their reliable Luminato headend platform with a LIVE demo. The FEC codec module makes it possible for a Cable TV operator to provide high-quality, error free services in a...

Milestone Systems will provide even deeper integration for Bosch's cameras with support from its XProtect family Milestone Systems, the open platform company in IP video management software (VMS), has elevated Bosch Security Systems to the status of Elite Partner in the Milestone Alliance Partner programme (MAP). This is a significant tightening of an already close and long-standing relationship, since Bosch Security Systems is one of few partners in the world to achieve t...

TDSi’s appearance at Intersec and the launch of EXgarde 4.2 follows impressive sales performance and growth last year Security solutions manufacturer, TDSi has completed this year’s Intersec Dubai 2014 event with an unprecedented number of new business contacts and interest from visitors. The event brings together security manufacturers, installers and buyers from around the world as well as the Middle East, to showcase new products and services and to focus on...

Genetec, a global provider of unified IP security solutions, announced that the latest service release of Security Center (5.2 SR4) provides integration with over 80 new video devices from 13 technology partners, including many new models from Arecont, Axis Communications, Samsung, Sony and Vivotek. The release follows the launch of new Security Center plugins for partner solutions including Software House C-CURE 9000 access control, Barco CMS video wall, Southwest MicroPoint perimeter detectio...

HID Global, a worldwide leader in secure identity solutions, recently announced it has made it significantly easier for large government agencies and organisations to provision identities across many different, unconnected access control systems located throughout geographically dispersed operations. The company’s pivCLASS MultiPACS software is designed to streamline and simplify the process of registering Personal Identity Verification (PIV) credentials into multiple, disparate physical a...

The registration was effective January 23, 2014 and is valid through January 22, 2017 Following an audit by UL DQS Inc. (Underwriters Laboratory) Theia Technologies received ISO 9001:2008 certification to the ISO9001 standard. The registration was effective January 23, 2014 and is valid through January 22, 2017. The registration scope includes the design, manufacture and sales of optical lenses. According to Jeff Gohman, President of Theia Technologies, "Our successful reg...

Mission 500 will also be involved in a number of other initiatives at ISC West As part of its mission to support even more children in need, Mission 500 – having already met its original goal of sponsoring 500 children around the world – is continuing its efforts to assist children in crisis. This year the charity organisation marks the 5th anniversary of the Security 5K/2K run/walk, a cornerstone of Mission 500’s fundraising efforts and a staple event at ISC...

MESSOA Technologies Inc. recently announced the launch of the LPR606, the industry’s first 3-megapixel IR Bullet LPR/ANPR network camera. The newest addition to MESSOA’s existing IP traffic camera lineup was specifically engineered for overview and access control LPR applications at car parks, toll booths, gated communities, and a variety of low-speed environments. Designed with access control in mind, the LPR606 is ideal for applications of capturing vehicles with reflective licens...

The course satisfies key CCTV investigation and court procedural requirements Symbiotics Ltd., leading providers of human performance consultancy for aviation, blue light services, transportation and defence, is to begin delivering its BTEC Level 4 CCTV Training Course internationally. Originally developed in response to a Home Office request for an accredited programme to prepare UK police services for the planned and extensive use of CCTV during the London 2012 Olympics, th...

CyberKey designates a single CyberLock to temporarily reactivate an expired CyberKey for up to 5 minutes CyberLock offers a variety of features for controlling access including key scheduling, key expirations, time-delay, multiple key mode, and temporary activation. Temporary activation is an advanced CyberKey feature that allows an administrator to designate a single CyberLock or CyberPoint to temporarily reactivate an expired CyberKey for up to 5 minutes. Once the key touch...

G-Tec is also stocking intruder alarms from well-known brands such as Pyronix, Scantronic, Honeywell, and Texecom G-Tec Distribution Ltd. is proud to announce it is the sole UK distributor for Tecnoalarm. Designed in conjunction with Pininfarina, Tecnoalarm is manufactured solely in Europe, to ensure the highest possible quality control. Tecnoalarm is renowned for its excellence throughout the continent, as such we are excited to offer this product to the UK market. G-Tec is...

The qualification covers electrical and electronic principles and how to work effectively and safely in the electro technical environment Tavcom Training, the leading supplier of BTEC certificated security systems training courses, has announced that it is offering students who are looking to develop a career within the electronic security industry, the opportunity to qualify for a City & Guilds 1853 Technical Certificate. “Tavcom has been a registered City & Gu...

The SightLogix solution has provided excellent detection with minimal nuisance alarms SightLogix smart thermal camera systems have been deployed to protect substations for a major electric utility serving the eastern United States. SightSensor thermal systems enable the utility to detect and respond to substation security incidents across multiple sites, ranging from copper theft to vandalism while also meeting regulatory compliance. Since being installed, the SightLogix syst...

Maevex H.264 encoders and decoders capture, stream, and decode video for video distribution over IP Matrox Graphics Inc. recently announced three important new features for Matrox Maevex 5100 Series H.264 encoders/decoders that will be demonstrated for the first time at upcoming tradeshows including Integrated Systems Europe 2014 (Amsterdam RAI, Feb. 4-6, stand 11-M66) and Digital Signage Expo 2014 (Las Vegas, Feb. 12-13, booth 348). Maevex encoders will soon support high qua...

The Valencian brand wishes to honour Bratislav Okal, who was instrumental in introducing the company’s products At the age of 70 and after more than two decades representing Fermax in the Czech Republic and Slovakia, Bratislav Okal is leaving his post. On the occasion of his retirement, the Valencian brand wishes to honour a man who was instrumental in introducing the company’s products throughout Eastern Europe at a historic time for the region. Fermax first...

PTS and CHQ’s combined offering will target opportunities across the world where security is of critical importance UK physical security consultancy, CHQ has been acquired by global IT consultancy, PTS. The merger allows PTS Consulting to provide physical security expertise as part of a combined offering that meets their customers’ demand for converged IT, security and audio-visual solutions. PTS operates in 10 countries across four continents and the merger under...

Integrated Electronic Security will bring the reader up-to-date with emerging technology and will demystify jargon Martin Grigg, a security consultant with international standing, has written a physical security textbook embracing the IP revolution. The book covers sectors including CCTV, access control, perimeter intrusion, biometrics and video analytics. Grigg believes that a new breed of engineer is needed to design, install and maintain modern, integrated security sys...