Surveillance & Security News for July 2014

Axis Communications, the world leader in network video, recently introduced a modular camera series that not only gives customers discreet surveillance solutions that provide high image detail, but also great flexibility in choosing the units that are ideal for the installation. “AXIS F Series enables great flexibility and discreetness with superb video performance, even in high-contrast lighting conditions,” says Erik Frännlid, Axis’ Director of Product Management. &ldqu...

Matrix, a leading manufacturer and provider of IP based Phone Systems and Voice Gateways, is pleased to showcase its newly launched  ETERNITY LE’ – ‘The IP-PBX specialised for Resort, Casino, Large Hotels’,  at HITEC 2014, Los Angeles, CA USA. Matrix ETERNITY is a feature rich IP-PBX designed to meet the diverse communication needs of hospitality industry. It incorporates all hospitality functions including support for Property Management System (PMS) Auto Atte...

AirLive, one of the most advanced worldwide brands for networking and communication equipment, introduced Device Guard Switch -802.3at 24-port All giga Switch POE-GSH2004L-370 with Device Guard function. Device Guard Switch is the switches which will automatic re-power the PoE IP cameras or Access Point, when the switch detects that IP cameras or Access Point is not working. In real application, IP cameras or Access Point will locate in the place which is not easy to reach after installation....

American Dynamics, part of the Security Products business unit of Tyco, has released version 4.5 of its powerful, high-performance VideoEdge NVR with new features that provide customers more secure and efficient systems for businesses and organisations that require an active surveillance environment. VideoEdge Network Video Recorder (NVR) adds a new level of ease and efficiency for surveillance operators. With features such as Auto Discovery, users can locate cameras on the network and assign I...

Under the appointment, Pro-Vision Distribution will provide and support the full end-to-end DirectIP suite Recently, IDIS and Pro-Vision Distribution Limited, a specialist distributor of CCTV and access control have signed and announced a strategic alliance and distribution agreement during IFSEC International, at London’s ExCeL. Under the appointment, Pro-Vision Distribution will provide and support the full end-to-end DirectIP suite, and offer its customers the most c...

FLIR’s security portfolio includes a complete range of thermal cameras for proactive perimeter security and intrusion detection FLIR will be showcasing its Full Spectrum Video Security Solution consisting of high performance thermal cameras along with High Definition IP video cameras and recorders at the IFSEC 2014 exhibition in London. FLIR’s security portfolio includes a complete range of thermal cameras for proactive perimeter security and intrusion detecti...

Karl will be responsible for working with partners and customers to specify and deliver projects based on March Networks’ solution March Networks®, a global provider of intelligent IP video solutions, has announced the appointment of Karl Pardoe, as Regional Sales Manager for the UK and Ireland. Pardoe comes to the company with over twenty years’ experience in the electronic security and CCTV industry and has built his expertise in March Networks’ core f...

The patent-pending flexible design makes the FLIR® FX an easy-to-use, affordable video monitoring solution At this year’s IFSEC exhibition in London, FLIR Systems will be showcasing its FLIR® FX compact and portable Wi-Fi camera that can be used for outdoor security, home monitoring, sports recording, and many other applications. Winner of the 2014 CES Innovations Design & Engineering Awards, its patent-pending flexible design makes the FLIR® FX an ea...

FLIR’s FC-Series S is fully enabled for control and operation over digital and analogue networks At this year’s IFSEC exhibition in London, UK, FLIR Systems will be showcasing its popular, industry-leading FC-Series thermal cameras with onboard video analytics. With this addition, the FC-Series S now offers a fully integrated intrusion detection solution. The FC-Series S includes extremely affordable, network-ready fixed mount cameras that let you see intruder...

FLIR Systems is proud to announce the introduction of the revolutionary MPX DVR and camera line-up, offering megapixel resolution over standard coaxial / UTP cable at price levels well below IP. The new M3400 Series MPX DVR and compatible MPX Cameras provide an affordable and simple-to-use HD system with advanced features, without any networking complexities. MPX offers an ideal retrofit solution for end-users employing D1 / 960H analog systems who wish to upgrade to High Definition picture qual...

FLIR Systems is proud to announce the release of three new lines of its industry-leading thermal security cameras. In all there are 12 new models ranging from the BT-Series mini-bullets with 50° and 25° fields of view, to the DT-Series PTZ dome cameras with sensor resolutions up to VGA and fields of view as narrow as 9°. Providing superior video security day and night, thermal cameras need no additional illumination infrastructure while still giving you unmatched intrusion detection...

FLIR Systems is proud to introduce FLIR Cloud™, an easy-to-use cloud-enabled service platform that offers instant remote access to FLIR security products using a smartphone / tablet (iOS / Android™), PC, or Mac. FLIR Cloud services carry a range of exciting benefits, not only for the end-user, but for dealers as well. FLIR Cloud ensures reliable connectivity with a quick and simple 3-step setup process that makes complicated networking and port forwarding a relic of the past. Simply...

FLIR Systems is proud to announce the release of a variant to its popular, industry-leading FC-Series S thermal cameras: the FC-Series R will combine all of the popular attributes of the FC-Series S with a new non-contact temperature measurement capability. The new FC-Series R cameras’ on-board, non-contact temperature measurement capabilities are normally found only in much more expensive camera systems. This creates a true dual-role camera that provides rock-solid perimeter intrusion de...

A world leader in the use of laser scanning and photogrammetry techniques, Advanced Laser Imaging is delighted to announce the launch of its latest product offering, CCTVerify. CCTVerify quickly creates a highly accurate, completely immersive, 3D recording of your building or estate – no matter how complex - then measures and maps a 3D cone of view of every camera within a CCTV system, enabling the immediate identification of blind spots, areas of poor coverage, and cameras not fit for th...

Panasonic WJ-NV300 stand-alone recorder provides full feature IP video surveillance Panasonic used the 2014 IFSEC Exhibition to launch its new scalable Network Disk Recorder, which offers up to 32 recording channels. The WJ-NV300 is a stand-alone recorder which provides full feature IP video surveillance, including viewing, recording, alarming, searching, networking and management. Gerard Figols, Marketing Manager at Panasonic, said, “As a non-PC recording solution, th...

A new Panasonic in-car video surveillance system allows police forces to capture footage through 360º using up to five cameras simultaneously. The MK5, or Arbitrator, is a solution aimed at police forces looking for an efficient way of recording footage whilst on the road. The video processing unit automatically starts recording when triggered by an incident, such as activating flashing lights or the opening of the back door. The system includes up to five freely controllable, full HD vi...

Panasonic has supplemented its professional LED range with the launch of a 47” video wall display aimed at retail and leisure. The TH-47LFV5 direct-LED backlight display features a super narrow bezel of just 4.9 mm (bezel to bezel) for seamless video walls and complements the existing Panasonic video wall product line, the 55-inch TH-55LFV50 (high brightness version for retail) and TH-55LFV5 (matt version for broadcast and rental). With high visibility, high durability and a beautiful, y...

Axis Communications, the global leader in network video surveillance, introduces new additions to its successful AXIS Q16 Series. The indoor AXIS Q1615 and outdoor-ready AXIS Q1615-E combine new capabilities like wide dynamic range (Axis’ WDR – Forensic Capture), electronic image stabilisation and shock detection with proven Axis technologies, such as Lightfinder and HDTV 1080p resolution. “Airports, train stations, government building and perimeter protection are some example...

Axis Communications, the global leader in network video surveillance, launches the compact and competitively priced AXIS M3027-PVE Fixed Dome Network Camera, a 5-megapixel IP camera that offers a 360° or 180° panoramic overview of wide areas. The IK10 vandal resistant, day/night network camera is designed for outdoor use but can also be used indoors. The outdoor-ready AXIS M3027-PVE is suitable for network video installations at hotels, retail stores, restaurants, offices and any other...

Axis Communications, the world leader in network video surveillance, announces a new transportation-focused IP camera series that offers protection against dust and water with the ability to withstand tough vehicular conditions such as vibrations, shocks, bumps and temperature variations with the AXIS P39-R Network Camera Series. AXIS P39-R Series also features an active tampering alarm function that allows for the detection of tampering attempts such as blocking or spray-painting the camera. &...

Sony's SNC-XM631 is part of the company's 6th generation of video security cameras At IFSEC 2014, Sony showcases how current and future technologies can be integrated into a security environment with live technology demonstrations of Sony and partner solutions. It will also be introducing 4K technology and its content collaboration solution, Vision Presenter. The company also demonstrates its continuing innovation in the video security sector as it announced the latest additio...

National Account Performance Scorecard provides total transparency into performance for customers STANLEY Security, a leading provider of integrated security solutions for retail, commercial, and industrial organisations globally, launches an updated version of its National Account Performance Scorecard this week, June 11-12, at the 2014 NRF Loss Prevention Conference & Expo in Ft. Lauderdale, FL. STANLEY’s National Account Performance Scorecard, first introduced in...

Leading global provider of security and safety solutions, Allegion, presents the latest in reliable and convenient biometric technology with its Schlage Handkey II. Ideal for use in a whole host of applications from health clubs and childcare centres, through to laboratories and prisons, Allegion’s access control reader utilises field-proven hand geometry technology. It successfully maps and verifies the size and shape of a person’s hand in less than one second, making it ideal for...

Wood will lead the business development, sales and support of Razberi’s strategic system integrator accounts Razberi Technologies - a leading developer of network video solutions for professional video surveillance and security applications - has named industry executive Barb Wood as Director of National Accounts. Razberi Technologies President, Tom Galvin said: “the firm’s exponential growth has led to the expansion of the sales force to include the new pos...

The new hires include central station operator, service technician, accounting manager and sales intern Security-Net, a global provider of security integration services is pleased to announce new hires in two of its 19 North American member companies. Following are recent announcements from systems integrators The Protection Bureau and Cam-Dex Security Corp. The new hire announcements include a Second Shift Central Station Operator, Service Technician, Accounting Manager and...

Photo I.D. Systems has been selling identification security solutions to customers throughout North America IdentiSys Inc., North America’s largest sales and service integrator of identification, card issuance, emergency response, customer line management and access control security systems, recently announced the acquisition of Photo I.D. Systems & Supplies, Inc., located in Cincinnati, OH. Photo I.D. Systems & Supplies, Inc. has been selling identification sec...

The annual awards are presented to recognise outstanding government security products in the “DVRs/NVRs” category Samsung Techwin America has been awarded two 2014 Govies Awards for their SRM-872 and SRN-4000 Network Video Recorders, both of which were honoured in the DVR/NVR category. The annual awards are presented by Security Products to recognise outstanding government security products in the “DVRs/NVRs” category. “Samsung is extremely p...

In recent upgrade to Training section of the Samsung website, the company is offering easy access to its broad-based education programs Most people have heard the phrase that knowledge is power, and now, Samsung Techwin America has made that knowledge more available to its channel partners. “Samsung’s investment in providing educational resources for its channel partners continues to be a strategic business objective for us,” said Frank De Fina, Samsung's Ex...

The upcoming mobile application from ADT and Life360 will provide direct access to ADT’s 24/7 monitoring centres Leading security and home automation provider ADT recently announced a partnership with Life360, a leader in location-based services and family networking technology. The partnership will provide a valuable lead generation source for ADT and enable the development of innovative, co-branded mobile security applications to provide greater safety and security ser...

Sony to showcase across transport, retail, city surveillance and banking sectors Ahead of IFSEC 2014, Sony has announced it will showcase its full range of video security solutions across transport, retail, banking and city surveillance applications, as well as confirming some new additions to its product portfolio. Emphasising its commitment to redefining image clarity standards for the security industry, Sony will also be exploring the future of video security with a demons...