Surveillance & Security News for January 2015

PSA Security Network is taking steps to help educate security professionals concerning both threats and opportunities related to cybersecurity PSA Security Network 2014/2015 Review & Forecast2014 was a year of great change and advancement in the security industry as a whole. We saw an uptick in DIY security solutions focused on residential and small commercial markets. Perhaps the biggest impact to the security market is that more pieces of security solutions are now cloud...

Companies embracing new cloud-based technologies will be among the winners, those with legacy business models will struggle Vision Security Technologies 2014/2015 Review & ForecastThe year 2014 was somewhat flat due to a still recovering economy and building industry in our Southern region of the United States. We saw a greater expectation for higher quality video surveillance throughout the mid-market sector. Vision Security Technologies also saw an increase in campus...

Emerging trends include cyber security, mobile, physical access control and The Internet of Things Viscount 2014/2015 Review and Forecast: At the enterprise level, spending on physical security continues to be a challenge. Companies have to do more with less, become more strategic about security investments, focus on better situational intelligence, predictive analytics, better utilisation of IT resources and infrastructure, and shift from just integration strategies to more...

Success in the access control arena is enhanced if the business has a global presence Vanderbilt 2014/2015 Review and Forecast: In 2014, our industry continued to be quite dynamic. While there are several “conglomerates” in the industry, such as UTC and Honeywell, who have been consolidators, there are also other companies (like ours) that are focused solely on security. The industry moves in both directions—some companies consolidating and acquiring, while...

AxxonSoft has announced the release of version 4.9.4 of the Axxon Intellect PSIM software platform. The new version of Axxon Intellect offers streamlined interactions within Intellect-powered security systems. In this release, the developers have concentrated on improving management tools for distributed security systems. Key novelties in the new version include: Integration of new hardware: Drivers Pack 3.2.28 is included. This module integrates IP hardware with AxxonSoft products. 3.2.28 i...

ISCAN remote power management systems enable integrators to improve efficiencies through automated services LifeSafety Power announced recently it has received a Top 30 Innovation Award from Security Sales & Integration magazine for its ISCAN Remote Power Management systems. "ISCAN enables integrators to improve efficiencies through automated services", said John Olliver, senior vice president of business development at LifeSafety Power. “Our patented remote monitor...

Dahua Technology, a world-leading manufacturer and supplier of video surveillance products headquartered in Hangzhou, China announced to introduce its new iHCVR series products.  iHCVR, based on Dahua’s in-house High Definition Composite Video Interface (HDCVI) technology, new generation of smart face detection which realizes 1ch face detection, instant playback and face index playback. iHCVR series products not only support face detection but also can realise face image snapshot and...

Dahua SD32203S-HN is the updated model featuring compact design with powerful functions which bring new experiences to the user. IP66-rated weatherproofing and dust-proof ensures the cameras can withstand even the harshest weather environments. Furthermore, IK10-rated vandal-proof can effectively prevent violent destruction. New generation block camera Dahua SD32203S-HN is using new block camera with 3 times zoom-in function. The lower bit rate is able to reduce the storage space. The angle of...

Version 5.1 of the Auto Intellect module is now available from developer AxxonSoft. Highlights in the new version include improved recognition quality. What's New in Auto Intellect 5.1: Performance of the Carmen algorithm has been optimised for multicore CPUs. License plate recognition has been expanded to include new countries: Egypt, China, Iran, Iraq, Pakistan, Singapore, Philippines. Quality of license plate recognition has been improved for certain regions: Guatemala, Morocco, Pakistan...

VIVOTEK, with solid R&D resources and extensive experience in fisheye technology, is pleased to announce the launch of the world's smallest 5MP fisheye network camera, the FE8180. The FE8180's extremely low profile, with a diameter of only 90mm, further bolsters VIVOTEK's fisheye network camera products portfolio and satisfies diverse market needs. The launch of the FE8180 signals the dawn of a new era of simple but powerful panoramic surveillance. Steve Ma, Executive VP at VIVOTEK, stated,...

Following the release of the all-new box network cameras, IP8155HP and IP8165HP, VIVOTEK announced recently the launch of two new fixed dome network cameras, the FD8155H and the FD8165H. Both cameras are designed with a high-resolution CMOS sensor and feature numerous advanced technologies, such as Wide Dynamic Range (WDR), Smart IR, and 3D Noise Reduction, thereby delivery superior image quality. The FD8155H offers 1.3MP video resolution at 60 fps, whereas the FD8165H achieves a higher 2MP vid...

The HP OEM programme provides BCDVideo with leading technology, platform stability, and flexible services In airports, school systems, retail stores, and other spaces throughout the world, video surveillance has become essential to securing the safety of property and lives. BCDVideo, headquartered in Chicago, Ill., is a privately held global manufacturer of purpose-built IP Recording Servers. Regardless of the scope of the project, four cameras or up to 40,000, BCDVideo provid...

As a professional sourcing destination, Secutech Thailand attracted thousands of local and international visitors Secutech Thailand successfully concluded its fourth edition with 145 exhibitors showcasing the latest safety and security products and technologies. The show, held from 26 – 28 November 2014 at Bangkok International Trade and Exhibition Centre, attracted over 3,000 visitors from 22 countries and regions. The show was organised by Messe Frankfurt New Era...

BCDVideo has expanded its enterprise-grade product line of Video Recording Platforms (VRPs) with HP’s introduction of 6TB hard drives. The Nova Series now boasts new models as well as 150% greater storage capacities on existing VRPs. Included in the upgraded product line is the BCD310E8 Tower, which is scalable up to 24TB and engineered for retail applications that require entry-level price considerations with the benefit of remote system management. BCDVideo also released the short-dept...

BCDVideo released an 84TB model of their Nova Series video recording storage platform. This new capability allows BCDVideo’s BCD380V8-M system to manage up to 73TB of RAID 5 useable internal video storage —a 150% capacity increase— while still only using two rack spaces. The BCDVideo Nova Series is manufactured specifically for Enterprise IP Video Surveillance applications. The Nova Series is our newest-generation platform utilizing 6G SAS technology which enables more high-me...

BCDVideo, a global manufacturer of IP video recording and access control products, recently announced the release of their newest Rigid Series product line, designed for outdoor recording in any environment. This new fan-less technology holds up to 4TB of video storage and is powered by an Intel® Core™ processor. The Rigid Series includes models that offer POE, 3G, W-Fi, and GPS connectivity. The units are perfect for a wide range of mobile applications and installations in harsh env...