Surveillance & Security News for July 2011

 SIA releases document whioch focuses on increasing coordination between groups to achieve best resultsFor the past several years, stakeholders have shown interest in how the various standards and specification developing organizations within the electronic physical security industry relate to each other. Recently, SIA Standards has attempted to address this issue by reaching out to other groups and discussing ways in which we can harmonize our efforts to deliver an outcome that is benefici...

  QNAP NAS products placed at the top of NAS chart in German CHIP magazine QNAP Systems, Inc. is delighted to announce that 4 of its Turbo NAS lineup were included in the top 5 list of the July 2011 issue of CHIP Magazine, Germany, among which the TS-239 Pro II topped the chart."It is tremendous honour to be affirmed by one of the most influential technology magazines from Germany," said Meiji Chang, CEO of QNAP Systems, Inc. On the NAS chart, the QNAP TS-112, TS-239 Pro...

 The Axis Communications cameras provided high quality footage, enabling police to identify the thievesThieves were arrested after breaking into one of Scotland's leading refrigeration and catering equipment suppliers thanks to images captured by network video cameras from Axis Communications, the global leader in the network video market. Glasgow-based HiTec Refrigeration was first alerted to the break-in when its alarm was triggered, but by the time director John Morton arrived at his yar...

  ADT locks down door-entry systems with BPT ADT, Europe's leading provider of electronic fire and security solutions, has announced that BPT Security Systems UKwill be a chosen partner for video and audio door entry systems supplied by ADT. The new partnership came into force in 2011 and covers the UK and EMEA region. BPT Security Systems has been a long-standing partner of ADT, supplying bespoke and high-end door entry systems for specialist applications and la...

   New electronic escutcheon designed for use in the educational environment by SALTO SystemsSALTO Systems has launched a brand new electronic escutcheon designed for use in the educational environment. It ensures schools; colleges and universities are a secure, safe place to learn by enabling buildings and facilities to be quickly locked down during a security or other emergency event. In such a situation it could be safer for students and staff to remain in a classroom, securely lock...

 Mayflex partners with Axis to strengthen IP Electronic Security product offeringMayflex, the distributor of converged IP solutions, announces a new partnership with Axis, the global leader in the network video market.This new partnership, which begins July 2011, complements Mayflex's existing portfolio and enables the company to offer customers an even broader range of products suitable for a range of vertical markets. Andrew Percival, Managing Director at Mayflex, says, "We are...

  Dunkin' Brands franchisee Scrivanos Group is using the company's Retail Solution to reduce losses from theft and maintain high operational standardsMarch Networks®, a global provider of intelligent IP video solutions, today announced that Dunkin' Brands franchisee Scrivanos Group is using the company's retail solution to reduce losses from theft and maintain high operational standards at its 122 quick service restaurants located throughout the Northeastern U.S. Each of Scrivanos'...

  Gallagher maintains a strong foothold in the agricultural sectorRecognised as one of Waikato's most successful businesses for over 70 years Gallagher has maintained a strong foothold in the agricultural sector. But increasing opportunities in the global security market with major technology developments has driven a repositioning of its future business strategy and brand identity. The decision - Advance the company as a global technology brand under one brand: Gallagher. With initial...

  Sicura systems solution part of video Surveillance at the river Tyne tunnel complex by SicuraSicura Systems are supplying a fully fault-tolerant, integrated command and control solution to the £260m New Tyne Crossing Project. Video surveillance at the River Tyne tunnel complex is managed by software developed by Sicura Systems. This includes DigiSCADA, which offers resilient monitoring and control of all connected devices and systems, and DigiLive workstations which provide the...

  Xtralis' ADPRO FastTrace 2 video and audio transmission technology has won yet another accolade at the Electronic Security ExpoAward-winning ADPRO FastTrace 2 video and audio transmission technology from Xtralis has won yet another accolade, as the Best Central Station Equipment (Remote Video Monitoring Equipment/Software category) in the 2011 Maximum Impact Awards at the Electronic Security Expo (ESX) in Charlotte, North Carolina. ADPRO FastTrace 2 impressed the judges with its use...

  Immervision Enables integrated with XProtect Enterprise 8 IP video management software gives unique surround viewMilestone Systems, the leading global developer of open platform software for managing IP network-based video surveillance, and ImmerVision, inventor of the 360° panomorph lens and worldwide expert in immersive optical technology, announce that Milestone has added ImmerVision Enables panomorph lens support to XProtect Enterprise 8. Panomorph optics offer 360-degree vie...

 IPSA supports Bill Butler for concern on new regulatory regime for the security industryThe International Professional Security Association voiced its complete support for Bill Butler and the SIA following his statement concerning the new regulatory regime for the security industry.An IPSA spokesman said: "IPSA has lead from the front on this, being the first industry body to engage with every single MP in support of the SIA, and subsequently working with our colleagues in the industr...

  Security and Data Technologies, Inc receives Honeywell's platinum certificationHoneywell today announced that Security and Data Technologies, Inc. (SDT) has achieved Platinum certification in the Dealer Service Certification Program for Honeywell's security enterprise-level products, which includes the Pro-Watch® Security Management platform. Platinum certification acknowledges an integrator's dedication to investing in training and certification of Honeywell products and service...

 Arecont Vision's partnership with FST21 is meant to provide better security solutions for the security industry   Arecont Vision, the industry leader in IP-based megapixel camera technology, announces their partnership with FST21 as one of the premier suppliers of megapixel cameras for SafeRise installations. The new partnership complements Arecont Vision's advanced camera surveillance technologies with the combination of facial recognition, voice recognition, pattern of behavior, lic...

  Optex Europe provides energy - saving intruder detectors for JW Marriott hotel in Mayfair Optex Europe, one of the world’s leading detector manufacturers, has been selected to provide energy-saving detectors in all of the guest rooms of the prestigious Grosvenor House, a JW Marriott Hotel in Mayfair.The planned power management system, specified and installed by Guestkey, will comprise some 500 MX40QZ and 500 FX-360 devices from Optex Europe. The system has been designed t...

  MOBOTIX CCTV technology is ideal for St. Nicholas church, one of the oldest within the UK Mobotix AG, a leading manufacturer of digital high-resolution, network-based video security systems has released details of a project at the parish of St. Nicholas, one of the UK's oldest churches, that has deployed CCTV technology to protect against theft and vandalism while offering access to special services via the internet. The parish of St. Nicholas extends around the northern edge of the...

 Selecting the optimum power supply for a system is critical to an installation  When it comes to selecting power supplies, knowledge is power. Determining the power requirements of every systems product, taking into account their integration with one another is critical to ensure that you are selecting and installing the power solutions most appropriate for your installation. Such information will enable you to select the power supplies that will be required to keep your security sys...

  Intelligent Remote Monitoring Platform by Xtralis and HeiTelXtralis™, a leading global provider of powerful solutions for the early detection of fire, gas and security threats, today announced the acquisition of Germany-based HeiTel Digital Video GmbH. This acquisition enhances significantly Xtralis' position as the premium manufacturer of video surveillance and central monitoring solutions globally."The Intelligent Remote Monitoring market is one of the fastest growing se...

  Harper Morgan will promote and support the full range of ONVIF compliant IP Video products manufactured by Sentry360Sentry360 has appointed Harper Morgan as the official partner to grow the sales of Sentry 360 products in the UK security market. Sentry360, a leading developer of advanced multi-megapixel surveillance cameras has entered into a business development partnership with Harper Morgan to promote and support the full range of IP Video products manufactured by Sentry360 into t...

  Simon Howlett from AC (left) and David Wileman from Beaver (right) receive their prizes from SALTO UK Managing Director Ramesh Gurdev (view larger image)Two top scoring attendees from SALTO UK Certificated Partner training courses held at SALTO HQ in Spain, have been presented with their company certificates and highest pass prizes.Simon Howlett from AC Leigh and David Wileman from Beaver Architectural Ironmongery, were presented with a personalised iPod touch for each achieving...

  TDSi announces the launch of its EXchange scrappage schemeTDSi, a global leader in access control systems for all sizes of businesses and organisations has announced the launch of its EXchange scrappage scheme. The EXchange scheme is designed to make upgrading from its S-Series controllers to its new EXSeries controllers easier and more cost effective.The EXSeries range of network controllers are the building blocks for mid to large size, single or multi-site networked access co...

  GB Monitoring Director Neil Jackson welcomes updated BS 8418 Code of Practice Neil Jackson, Director at GB Monitoring, looks at how the new code of practice for remotely monitored CCTV systems, which is designed to increase detection standards is expected to put pressure on non-compliant operators. GB Monitoring has been a longstanding contributor to the development of industry standards and the company’s NSI ARC Gold remote video response centre (RVRC) was one of...

  Matrox continues to deliver innovative graphics, video and imaging/machine vision solutions worldwideWith the introduction of Matrox's first product Video RAM (a specialised video display device for first-generation microcomputers) in 1976, co-founders Branko Matic and Lorne Trottier launched a company that has continued to develop innovative, industry-leading products over the last 35 years. The company's three divisions-Matrox Graphics, Matrox Imaging, and Matrox Video-now provide...

  Sam Belbina now leads Pelco's security COE and video organisation Pelco by Schneider Electric officials have announced that as of July 1, 2011, Sam Belbina, currently Vice President of Systems Integration for the company's East Region, is taking on a new role leading the Security Center of Excellence (COE) and the Video organisation. "This will create a team focused on expanding our security capability and value proposition," says James W Sandelin, SVP Schnei...

  SIA names Legislator of the Year, Global Security Leadership and Statesman award winnersThe Security Industry Association on recently honoured Congressman Frank Pallone, Jr., D-N.J., Congresswoman Candice Miller, D-MI, and John Romanowich, President/CEO and founder of SightLogix, with industry awards.Congressman Pallone was named SIA's 2011 Legislator of the Year for sponsoring legislation that President Obama signed into law in January. H.R. 5470 provides a number of SIA's memb...

   Ingersoll Rand supplies PegaSys CEM systems to CEM Systems  Ingersoll Rand has announced a new link-up to supply its PegaSys electronic locking system to CEM Systems to complement their existing integrated access control and security management solutions. PegaSys provides a wireless intelligent, cost effective and quick way to upgrade traditional mechanical doors into a fully electronically-controlled access system. It provides a simple solution to...

  Mark Blackwood to new role of UK Sales Manager for PECAN CCTV Pecan CCTV has appointed Mark Blackwood to the new role of UK Sales Manager. In addition to offering customers the benefit of high standards of service and support, Mark will also be making the most of Pecan's ability to supply bespoke solutions and develop new business opportunities.Born in Liverpool, Mark started his career in the photographic business selling top-end cameras and broadcasting equipment for edit suit...

Challenge:To help comply with industry regulations, boost security, and improve operational efficiencies, ABP needed an advanced, flexible HD surveillance system that could leverage the existing network infrastructure and easily integrate with the port's current analogue-based system.Solution: ABP relies on Avigilon Control Center software with HDSM to seamlessly manage the HD surveillance system 24x7. At the Port of Grimsby, ABP installed two 11 MP Avigilon HD cameras to monitor vehicle entry a...

  Proxim also announced that it has replaced its secured line of credit from Bridge Bank, NAProxim Wireless Corporation, a leading provider of complete indoor and outdoor wireless broadband systems, recently announced that Lee Gopadze has been appointed as Proxim's President and Chief Executive Officer.Mr. Gopadze is a twenty-five year wireless communications industry executive having held senior management roles at both large and small wireless communications companies. Mr. Gopadze mo...

 Advance access system for Spanish healthcare by SALTO SystemsThe brand new University Hospital Sant Joan de Reus, Barcelona's most up-to-date health care facility, has chosen SALTO Systems XS4 smart access control system to provide advanced security management.One of Spain's newest and ‘greenest' hospitals, Sant Joan Reus has been jointly designed by the architects' studios Corea & Moran and Pich-Aguilera, specialists in hospital architecture. The hospital, which has 460 bed...