Surveillance & Security News for January 2013

Handpunch allows oraganisation to record and verify an employee's punch by the size of their hand Ingersoll Rand Security Technologies recently announced that SwipeClock, a web-based timekeeping solution provider and manufacturer of TimeClock™, WebClock™, FlexClock® and VoiceClock™, has extended its line of timekeeping solutions by adding the Schlage biometric HandPunch GT-400. The new terminal is twenty percent smaller than previous hand geometry units,...

Mayflex shortlisted for award at the Network Computing Awards taking place on 14th March 2013 Mayflex the Converged IP Solutions distributor, has once again been shortlisted in the category of ‘Distributor of the Year’ at the forthcoming Network Computing Awards which take place on Thursday 14th March 2013 at a ceremony in London. The Network Computing awards are held annually and have been running for 7 years and are particularly meaningful as they are voted for...

Samsung bullet camera and digital video recorder professionally captured the record attempt When Gloucester cyclist Jamie McDonald set off on his latest challenge, he had one thing in mind - to become a world record holder. Having already cycled a whopping 14,000 miles from Bangkok, Thailand to Gloucester, the 26 year old from Tredworth wasted no time in getting back onto the saddle where he set sights on emulating the current record of 264 hours for the longest ever static b...

Cassidian's TETRA radio equipment was certified by the German Federal Agency for BDBOS Cassidian’s TETRA radio equipment has passed all the interoperability tests required for its planned use in the German BOS (Security Authorities and Organisations) digital radio network, and was certified by the German Federal Agency for Digital Radio of Security Authorities and Organisations (BDBOS) at the end of 2012. The certificates were officially presented by Andreas Gegenfurtner...

Brivo provides the ability to view multiple locations at once Customer The Jones Group Inc. Brian David, Security Manager, NYC, NY. Integrator Protection One, Fire and Security Services, and Peace of Mind Security have all provided integration and installation expertise on this on-going project.Key Brivo benefits for property management customers Remote, “always on” system access Manage one facility or hundreds, around the world Reduce costs by reducing nee...

Azco Technologies Inc. recently released its Azco LightFence Perimeter Intrusion Detection at the 11th Annual Tri-Ed / Northern Video North American Sales Meeting. The Azco LightFence Perimiter Intrusion Detection uses a plastic optical fiber (AzcoWire) to detect intrusions on mesh, chainlink and barbwire fences.  You fasten the plastic optical fiber (AzcoWire) to a ChainLink / Mesh Fence either with special bolts; then, you run the AzcoWire across the mesh and fasten them with a bend in b...

Moxa, a provider of hardened networking and communication solutions for intelligent transportation systems, has introduced SoftNVR-IA™ 64-channel IP surveillance software, that allows direct communications with factory floor automation systems, such as SCADA or HMI, via its built-in OPC server, plus enhances system intelligence by receiving and sending event tags to activate video recording and alarms. "SoftNVR-IA gives industrial system integrators unlimited capability for integrating up...

WavestoreUSA is a global provider of Wavestore professional digital video and audio recording solutions WavestoreUSA, a provider of professional digital video and audio recording solutions for surveillance applications, today announced its official company launch. WavestoreUSA will serve North American-based security integrators, providing reliable, innovative and high-performance video management systems that support a wide variety of surveillance cameras and security technol...

Elbit Systems of America was selected with four other companies to provide the full spectrum of SUAS products Elbit Systems Ltd. ("Elbit Systems") announced recently that Elbit Systems of America, LLC, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Elbit Systems, has been selected for award by the U.S. Army ACC-APG, Natick Contracting Division on behalf of the Small Unmanned Aircraft System (SUAS) Product Office. Elbit Systems of America was selected with four other companies to provide the fu...

The new Schlage multi-family access control and property management solution, Nexia Property Intelligence, provides an efficient, cost-effective way to manage one or more multi-family properties from anywhere. The new property management solution leverages leading access control technologies, such as smart cards, wireless access control and modular locking systems. This innovative cloud-based solution provides operational efficiencies that simplify security for multi-resident property owners as...

In 2012, Fluidmesh unveiled its most recent trailblazing technology, FLUIDITY, broadband connectivity solution Fluidmesh Networks, a worldwide leader in wireless IP backhauling systems, is pleased to announce that it achieved record-breaking growth of 68% in 2012. A technology leader in wireless systems for security, industrial, and mission-critical applications, Fluidmesh provides solutions ranging from the simple point-to-point wireless link, to the large city-wide mesh net...

The Health Care Centre opened in 2006 andunites a range of health services The ClientSt. Peter’s Primary Health Care Centre is a state of the art facility combining leisure and primary health care services under one roof in the heart of Burnley, Lancashire. It was opened in 2006 at a cost of £29 million, and spans 20,000 square metres over ten floors. The Health Care Centre provides a unique range of health services from one central location and includes three GP p...

The guide includes a wide range of case studies showing how these security solution have helped protect properties Metal theft is a continuous problem in the United Kingdom and comes at a significant cost, with the Association of Chief Police Officers (ACPO) estimating it to cost the UK economy £770 million a year. In light of this growing crime, the British Security Industry Association (BSIA) has released a metal theft guide to help property owners of varying types tac...

Karl Erik Traberg will have overall responsibility for corporate communications and strategic developments Milestone Systems, the open platform company in IP video management software (VMS), has promoted from within for a new position at the headquarters. In the new role, Karl Erik Traberg will have overall responsibility for corporate communications and strategic developments. One of the most important tasks will be to ensure synchronisation of all communications to both inte...

Beijing Just Top NetCom and the Beijing Government Shared TETRA Network have celebrated their tenth anniversary. This first government-shared TETRA network in China was developed and installed by Cassidian ten years ago and has been operated since then by Beijing Just Top NetCom. During the anniversary celebration, the TCCA granted the TETRA network and Beijing Just Top NetCom the ‘World Class TETRA Network and Operation Award of Excellence.’ “We feel proud...

CNL Software solutions provides a single view of all assets on one mapping surface CNL Software, a world leader in Physical Security Information Management (PSIM) software, is pleased to announce its selection by ATECO, a United Arab Emirates based systems integrator, to provide the integration and management platform for the Abu Dhabi Police (ADP) GHQ. Abu Dhabi Police operates with other agencies to create a safer society by increasing public order, reducing crime and r...

Prof. Srinivasan will speak about professionalising security professionals in the current environment ASIS International, the world’s premier association for security professionals, has announced that Prof. Narayanan Srinivasan, Professor of Security and Risk at Edith Cowan University (Australia) and Director of Emirates-ECU Centre (Dubai) will be a keynote speaker at ASIS Middle East 2013. Prof. Srinivasan will speak about professionalising security professionals in the...

Switch mode unit offers a high level of efficiency. lower energy bills and reduced carbon footprint Innovative electronic security and fire products manufacturer, Elmdene International Limited - a subsidiary of Potter Signal, LLC - will be showcasing its latest industry-leading solutions on stand 625C in hall S2 at Intersec 2013, including highly efficient and reliable Power Supply Units (PSUs) - based around switch mode technology, a cost effective in-line UPS (Uninterruptibl...

Surveon's Smart Megapixel Recorder (SMR) systems features up to 40 channel Full HD recording Surveon, the complete megapixel solutions provider, continues to strengthen its megapixel recording solutions with the latest Smart Megapixel Recorder (SMR) systems featuring up to 40 channel Full HD recording, high I/O rates, large capacities, and overall system stability necessary to help system integrators easily meet the demands of megapixel environments. The new SMR series includ...

The complete line of Mobotix high-resolution IP technologies will be available through Ingram MOBOTIX Corp., an industry-leading provider of high-resolution, network-based surveillance systems, recently announced a North American distribution agreement with Ingram Micro Inc., the world’s largest technology distributor. Under the agreement, the complete line of MOBOTIX high-resolution IP technologies is available through Ingram Micro throughout the United States and Canad...

The survey commissioned by Axis in October 2012 shows the increased adoption of IP-based video surveillance Axis Communications, the global leader in network video, recently announced the results of the Loss Prevention Research Council’s (LPRC) “CCTV in Retail 2012” report at the National Retail Federation’s (NRF) BIG Show in New York City (booth #943). The survey, commissioned by Axis in October 2012, shows the increased adoption of IP-based video sur...

Vintage Security serves the Washington D.C., Maryland and Northern Virginia areas Protection 1, the largest full service provider of business and home security in the U.S., recently announced the acquisition of Washington, D.C.-based Vintage Security. Vintage Security serves the Washington D.C., Maryland and Northern Virginia areas with over 15,000 customers. They are the leading provider in the area for residential and commercial security and networking industries. Vintage a...

Diebold has developed the first ATM that includes integration with mobile devices via the cloud Influenced by the expectations of the Millennial generation, Diebold, Incorporated is reimagining the automated teller machine (ATM) experience. Diebold has developed the first ATM that includes integration with mobile devices via the cloud, allowing consumers to complete secure, cardless transactions. It also features a new user interface that enables touch gestures, such as flick...

The City of Timmins plans to expand the Avigilon high-definition surveillance system to other municipal departments Avigilon, a leader in high-definition (HD) and megapixel video surveillance solutions, recently announced that the Timmins Police Service in Timmins, Ontario, has deployed the Avigilon high-definition surveillance system in high-traffic areas across the city to help reduce criminal behaviour and better protect its 40,000 residents. The City of Timmins plans to ex...

With the acquisition of 4Front, ASSA ABLOY has now acquired 100 companies With the acquisition of 4Front, announced on 27 December 2012, ASSA ABLOY has now acquired 100 companies since Johan Molin joined the Group as President and CEO in 2005. Despite two major recessions, the ASSA ABLOY Group has experienced impressive growth since the beginning of 2005. Sales have increased by 84 percent from SEK 25 billion to SEK 46 billion (rolling 12 months per September 2012). ASSA ABLO...

SECON 2013 offers free entry to its visitors who pre-register for the event SECON 2013 (International Security Conference & Exhibition 2013) (http://www.seconexpo.com) has opened its online registration. Visitors who pre-register at the SECON 2013 website can attend the event for free. The pre-registration ends on February 28, 2013. SECON 2013 is sponsored by three Korean ministries -- the Ministry of Knowledge Economy, the Ministry of Public Administration and Security a...

The implementation, fully completed in less than six months, detects fraud in ATM/debit card transactions NICE Actimize, a NICE Systems business and the largest and broadest provider of a single financial crime, risk and compliance software platform for the financial services industry, recently announces that the Actimize Card Fraud Solution has been successfully implemented by National ITMX, Thailand’s interbank payment provider, providing real-time fraud detection for...

The 2012 'Big Thank You' tour provided Pyronix with a great opportunity to thank their loyal customers Following the 2012 Pyronix ‘Big Thank You’ tour to celebrate their 25 year anniversary, Pyronix are delighted to continue with their ‘Big Thank You’ events in 2013 with the ‘Big Thank You Price Promise.’ The 2012 ‘Big Thank You’ tour provided Pyronix with a great opportunity to meet up with many of you, their loyal customers,...

iOmniscient releases new book called  iQ-Smart City, Security-Safety-Service Having won some very large Smart City projects around the world (the largest of which involves over 20,000 cameras) iOmniscient has put together the knowledge it has gained into a new book called iQ-Smart City, Security-Safety-Service. This is the first publication focused on how to implement successful technologies for a Smart City. There is a particular focus on maximising the return on investm...

Johnson will make the announcement through live webcast on January 18 at 11 a.m EST Johnson Controls, Inc. , a global diversified company in the buildings and automotive industries, announces the following webcast: What: Johnson Controls First Quarter fiscal 2013 Earnings Conference Call When: Friday, January 18, 2013, at 11 a.m. EST How: Live over the Internet -- Log on to the Web at www.johnsoncontrols.com/investors.  Note: A slide presentation will be available that...