Surveillance & Security News for January 2010

  SALTO Systems, access control provider, is exhibiting its hospitality technolgy at HOSTEC EuropeSALTO Systems will build on its position as the leading hospitality access control provider by exhibiting at HOSTEC Europe taking place at ExCel London between 1-4 March, 2010.As the largest technology event for hospitality, foodservices and leisure buyers in the UK, HOSTEC Europe is the perfect venue to showcase exciting new hospitality technology as well as the state-...

 Jukka Riivari, CEO of Mirasys, which has announced a partnership with CCTV distributor ERNITECMirasys, the Finland-based developer of video surveillance management software, announces its pan-European partnership with specialist distributor of professional CCTV solutions, ERNITEC. The leading Danish surveillance product supplier has a full range of CCTV products including IP cameras from standard resolutions to wide choice of megapixel devices and will now offer Mirasys NVR Pro and Mi...

 Retailers can improve image quality with IP systems A survey by the Swedish Retail Institute that has been conducted on behalf of the Swedish Trade Federation in cooperation with Axis Communications, highlights three issues why retailers benefit from network video.Shop owners experience fewer thefts and robberies, and increased staff security. According to the survey, 66% of those who have installed surveillance said they feel the security for staff has increased, and more than half have e...

Chief Technology Officer at March Networks to speak about cost-effectiveness with IP surveillance Fabrizio Colciago, Chief Technology Officer, March Networks, recently detailed how organisations can achieve new levels of cost-effective fault tolerance in their IP video surveillance systems on January 17 at the Intersec 2010 trade fair and conference in Dubai, United Arab Emirates.During his presentation entitled "Fail Safe Recording Options for IP Edge Devices", Mr. Colciago...

 Any customers can now place their order online via ‘Xtra', the company's partner area of the Mayflex websiteMayflex, the cabling infrastructure, networking and physical security solutions distributor, has extended its ordering time, and customers can now place orders up until 8pm for free next day delivery.At Mayflex, customer service is of optimum importance, and this latest service improvement is yet another example of the company understanding its customers' requirements. Previous...

 SIA Director of Research Mark Visbal has completed the Certified Association Executive (CAE) programmeSecurity Industry Association (SIA) Director of Research Mark Visbal has completed the Certified Association Executive (CAE) programme from ASAE, earning one of the top certifications in the association world.The 50-year-old CAE program from the American Society of Association Executives is, according to the organization, "designed to elevate professional standards, enhance individual...

 Siveillance SiteIQ delivers unparalleled situational awareness in any environmentSiveillance™ SitelQ™, the innovative real-time video surveillance solution from Siemens, offers several system enhancements with its new market package - MP3.6. This new version includes support of IP cameras, which helps reduce maintenance requirements while providing efficient, centralised management. In addition, the integration with the DELL PowerEdge R200 platform (including an embedded v...

  Business Insight 3 and Devantis have formed a strategic partnershipBusiness Insight3 (Bi3) have formed an exclusive partnership with Davantis, the leading European manufacturer of analytics and intelligent video systems.  The 2-year deal allows Bi3 to supply Davantis products and software exclusively through the UK and Ireland. Bi3 have added 2 new units to their range immediately, namely, the SIU (Security Intelligence Unit), a modular product that includes analytics such as Tr...

 Sony now offers a comprehensive HD video security solution with its new HD camera rangeSony Professional has today announced that it is adding a new camera to its HD range. The SNC-CH240 Full HD Fixed camera has been launched at Sony's Power of Images (POI) event in Germany, broadening its HD portfolio. Following the launch of four HD cameras in 2009, the new camera completes Sony's HD camera offering. Customers can now choose from a full line up of HD cameras including fixed, minidome and...

 Lothar Stenmans has taken the role of   field Sales-Support Engineer at ViDiCoreViDiCore KG is pleased to announce the expansion of its support team by hiring a dedicated Sales-Support Engineer to strengthen the on field support and offer more advanced project support. Lothar Stenmans takes the role of the on field Sales-Support Engineer and brings, with more than 10 years high level project experience in all kind of video security applications, a huge benefit for the partner and...

  Nedap Security Management and Kapsch BusinessCom have announced partnership agreementNedap Security Management and Kapsch BusinessCom AG have announced that they entered into a partnership agreement to collaborate on the Austrian security market.System integrator Kapsch BusinessCom AG will become the new Business Partner of Nedap, the Dutch manufacturer of security management and access control systems. The agreement between both parties is aimed at expanding Nedap's activities...

 Nextiva® IP-based video solution from Verint® Video Intelligence Solutions™ will be in action across 40 stationsVerint® Systems Inc. has announced that London Overground Rail Operations Ltd. (LOROL) is in the process of implementing the Nextiva™ IP-based video solution from Verint™ Video Intelligence Solutions™ across 40 stations. The solution is being delivered in partnership with Amey, itself a key partner of LOROL and Network Rail.LOROL, a joint...

 Bosch will present its new CCS 900 Ultro Discussion System and the Vari-directional ArrayBosch is pleased to announce that Bosch Security Systems will be at ISE 2010. It will showcase its latest product innovations for Conference Systems and Public Address Systems at Booth B128, Hall 3. At ISE 2010 Bosch is proud to present its new CCS 900 Ultro Discussion System and the Vari-directional Array, a new active line array from Bosch. The new CCS 900 Ultro System offers...

 Axis AB's year-end report will be released on Wednesday, February 3Axis Communications has announced that the company will report a strong close to 2009 with interim net sales of SEK 2,300 million and an interim operating profit of SEK 308 million. Axis will thus present earnings that are significantly better than the market's expectations. The strong close to the year is due to a generally good inflow of orders as well as conclusion of deals relating to previously deferred projects....

The Casino Agadir Atlantic Palace has installed Hikvision's network CCTV surveillance systemNetwork megapixel cameras and IP-addressable speed domes from Hikvision are being used at a casino within the five-star Atlantic Palace Hotel in Agadir, one of Morocco's premium gambling resorts. The Casino Agadir Atlantic Palace offers slot machines, roulette and many forms of poker. Local installers CST required integration of network megapixel cameras with IP-addressable speed domes. They also ins...

  Metadata saves on resources required to store large amounts of data Yu Kitamura, Product Manager, Network Video Monitoring, Sony Europe explains the facts about metadata, and their benefits.All organisations have to face the costly challenge of the storage and management of their valuable data. In the sphere of security, where visual data is indispensable, any avenues that make the capture, storage and retrieval of that information more efficient will command budget...

  The new cameras use thermal imaging and integrate with video surveillance systems  Axis Communications, the global market leader in the network video market, has introduced Axis Q1910 and Axis Q1910-E Thermal Network Cameras, two unique products that perfectly complement any network video system that is required to secure an area 24 hours a day, seven days a week. The new cameras use thermal imaging, which allows users to detect people and incidents with great...

  Axxon has joined the global open standards industry forum ONVIF (Open Network Video Interface Forum)Axxon, the market leader in open network video management software in the EMEA region, has joined the global open standards industry forum ONVIF (Open Network Video Interface Forum). Axxon joins at the highest level as a full member at a time when the standards body has attracted more than 100 members and is going from strength to strength.ONVIF, which was founded in 2008 by leading ve...

 Emizon has expanded its sales team in the UKEmizon IP, the advanced CCTV and alarm communications monitoring service, is expanding its sales team in the UK with two new appointments. Barry Roberts, will be responsible for the North of England and Dave Mereweather will take on the South West and Wales. Barry joins from a long and successful track record in the IT industry and Dave brings with him over 20 years of experience in dealing with security installers."I am delighted to we...

Brickcom meets wireless networking technology company's needs for IP-based surveillance solutionBrickcom Corp. helped a wireless networking technology company in the county of Hsinchu, Taiwan. To meet the company's needs for an IP-based surveillance solution, a highly integrated and scalable system is required to cover the headquarters, parking area, factories and dormitory. It is a complex project because there are over one hundred spots distributed in a number of different sites that need to b...

Mission The Caisse d’Épargne banking group needed to cost-effectively extend the benefits of surveillance monitoring into 70 regional branch offices throughout France. The new surveillance system needed to meet the banks high expectations for security, reliability, and quality. Solution Up to three Axis network cameras were installed directly to the existing networks within each regional bank. Using standard frame relay protocol, the bank headquarters can access surveillance imag...

Criminals today always appear to be one step ahead of the security measures employed to prevent break-ins, raids and thefts. Physical security is destroyed, CCTV deceived and alarms ignored. Question: what solution is there to stop organised gangs committing these crimes? Answer: Concept Smoke Screen's security smoke systems. Can't see it? Can't steal it! Robberies within the banking and finance sector (in and out of hours) are by their very nature fast, targeted and violent and the best way of...

The company: Delta Community Credit Union Headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, Delta Community Credit Union is one of the state's largest financial institutions. Founded in 1940, it serves as a not-for profit, state-chartered credit union whose mission is to provide high-quality, fairly-priced financial services to its members. Delta Community Credit Union has more than $3.3 billion in assets and serves over 191,000 members. Its operations include 21 retail branch locations, cutting-edge online...

  The new network cameras use thermal imaging to detect with great reliability even in complete darkness Axis Communications, the global market leader in the network video market, is the first company on the market to offer customers full-featured thermal network cameras for surveillance. The new network cameras use thermal imaging, which allows users to detect people and incidents with great reliability even in complete darkness and other difficult conditions. Up until now,...

  The new series of outdoor-ready, fixed network cameras save installation time and costsAxis Communications, the global market leader in the network video market, today announces a new series of outdoor-ready, high-performance fixed network cameras that save installation time and costs. The IP66-rated cameras have protection against dust, rain, snow and sun, and can operate in temperatures as low as -40°C (-40°F). Arctic Temperature Control is available for secure st...

 The new website represents SALTO's specialist approach to electronic locking technologySALTO Systems has launched a new website designed to provide anyone involved in the specification of security and access control solutions with up to date information on the technology and capabilities of the company's range of wireless electronic locks.The vibrant new site, http://www.wirelesslocks.net/ is made up of four components: the introduction, wireless, how it works and a summary. In just over f...

  Arecont Vision has added Duncan Cooke and Martin Cowley to its sales team for Europe Arecont Vision, the industry leader in IP-based megapixel camera technology, has announced the addition of Duncan Cooke and Martin Cowley to further expand on its sales growth in Europe. Both Mr. Cooke and Mr. Cowley bring years of technology and industry sales experience to Arecont Vision, further strengthening the company's presence in Europe and a stronger emphasis on the security mar...

 The new network cameras and video recorders can be used in buses, trains, subway cars and emergency vehiclesAxis Communications, the global leader in the network video market, has introduced a complete, IP-based mobile video surveillance solution consisting of a new series of network cameras and a network video recorder for use in buses, trains, subway cars and emergency vehicles.Axis M31-R Network Camera Series and Axis Q8108-R Network Video Recorder are specially designed for easy a...

 Counter Terror Expo conference and exhibition will be held 14-15 April, 2010 in the National Hall, London OlympiaThe attempted downing of Northwest Airlines (NWA) flight 253 as it approached Detroit Metro airport on Christmas Day has exposed a fatal flaw in US intelligence gathering and dissemination and renewed calls for greater levels of information sharing amongst agencies nationally and internationally. The incident has particular resonance for speakers and delegates at the f...

 At the BSIA (British Security Industry Association) we are all for a considered debate regarding CCTV and its effectiveness. In the past, for instance, we have welcomed the efforts of the House of Lords Constitution Committee and other reports and views on this critical area. Whilst we may not have agreed with all of their respective recommendations we were, at least, reassured that the issue was being approached with some semblance of balance, and the resulting documents had benefited fro...