Surveillance & Security News for June 2011

Megapixel solutions are a key trend in video surveillance. However, high I/O, huge capacity, and stability of the overall solution tend to be challenges for SIs.Surveon's NVR2000 series is the only NVR on the market that has a built-in H/W RAID controller. The simple and reliable megapixel solutions made possible by its excellent performance, 50TB capacity and lineup of enterprise megapixel cameras allowed Sunshine Information Co. to handle the Kainan University project quickly and make it a suc...

End userThe Raul Uranga - Carlos Sylvestre Begnis Subfluvial Tunnel, formerly known as the Hernandarias Subfluvial Tunnel, is an underwater road tunnel that connects the provinces of Entre Rios and Santa Fe in Argentina, crossing the Parana River between the capital of Entre Rios, Parana, and Santa Candida Island, 15 km from Santa Fe.The tube sections measure a total of 2,397 m and have 270 m long access ramps at both ends. At its deepest point the tunnel is about 32 m under the average water le...

Airbus, a leading aircraft manufacturer with operations in 80 countries, recently upgraded the employee time & attendance system at its Spanish factories in Madrid and Seville. Italy-based Zucchetti Axess linked up with its Spanish partner, SoftMachine, to implement a comprehensive and multifunctional LEGIC-based system. Airbus and Zucchetti Axess established their initial contacts at a LEGIC meeting. That encounter developed into a challenging partnership, as the global aircraft company be...

The Scandic Hotel Group offers business and leisure travellers alike the finest accommodation in some of the world's greatest cities. Maintaining each guest's enjoyment of their stay, within the highest standards of accommodation is the four-star, hotel chain's priority. Allied to guest security and peace of mind, the management at the flagship 204-bedroomed Scandic Hotel, Antwerp, felt a comprehensive update to their CCTV surveillance system would prove beneficial. To fulfil their vision, Scan...

Although the Barcelona Metro (Transports Metropolitans de Barcelona, TMB) surveillance system has on occasion helped police to catch an organized group of thieves, crime was not the reason TMB started installing cameras twelve years ago. With over one million people traversing the city each day on TMB trains, with stops at more than 100 stations, Barcelona’s Metro authorities needed to make sure that things were running smoothly and safely and that commuters could get where they needed to...

Airport security managers would agree that while 100% security at their airports is not realistic, it is critical to close the gaps in the total security environment at their facility as much as possible.The following case study illustrates how a major US airport re-engineered perimeter security to avoid the issue of excessive false alarms while maintaining high levels of detection for intruders entering from the waterfront. This design will better integrate with existing fixed and Pan-Tilt-Zoom...

ChallengeDeploy a reliable, flexible, and high-quality surveillance system to create a safe, comfortable, and entertaining spectator experience. SolutionUsing Avigilon Control Center Enterprise Network Video Management Software (NVMS) with High Definition Stream Management, Rogers Centre monitors every seat of the 50,000 capacity area and the building's perimeter live during events from its command post. Nineteen Avigilon HD Professional 16MP cameras cover the entire seating bowl while a mix of...

  Town of Harrison has deployed IndigoVision IP Video SurveillanceTown of Harrison Police Department in New Jersey has vastly improved their performance by deploying a city-wide wireless surveillance system based on IndigoVision's IP video technology. Harnessing the power of IP Video has meant the department's incident response has improved and the percentage of investigations resulting in arrests and prosecutions has significantly increased.Under the leadership of Police Chief Derek K...

  CNL's IPSecurity Center a software based integration and management platform The Global Healthcare Practice of Ingersoll-Rand plc, a world leader in creating and sustaining safe, comfortable and efficient environments, has entered into a technology agreement with CNL Software, a global provider of Physical Security Information Management (PSIM) software, designed for complete Integrated Situation Management. Under the terms of the agreement, Ingersoll Rand will license a private...

 Panasonic is delighted to be partnering with REW said Peter Dempsey, National Account Manager, Panasonic, IrelandPSNE recently announced that it has entered into a commercial agreement with Richmond Electrical Wholesalers, better known as REW, to distribute Panasonic range of professional security solutions in the Irish market.The commercial agreement with Panasonic gives REW the right to supply all Panasonic's market leading professional security surveillance systems, including both analo...

 Avigilon's NVMS integrated successfully with the Software House C-CURE 9000Avigilon, the performance and value leader in high definition (HD) and megapixel video surveillance systems, announced that its award-winning Avigilon Control Center Enterprise Network Video Management Software (NVMS) with HD Stream Management has been integrated successfully with the Software House C-CURE 9000 security and event management system for improved enterprise security management.Avigilon Control Center E...

  Pixim acquires developer of innovative image sensor technologyPixim Inc., a leading provider of imaging chips for enterprise security cameras, announced today the acquisition of Advasense Technologies, Ltd., a developer of next generation CMOS image sensor technology located in Ra'anana, Israel. Advasense was founded with the vision of dramatically improving the image quality of cameras used in mobile applications. The company has since deployed several breakthrough innovations in hi...

  David joins ADT with extensive experience gained across EMEA in the technology spaceADT Fire & Security today announced the appointment of David Myers as Regional Managing Director (RMD) for the UK south region, working with and reporting directly to Andy Ellis, Managing Director, UK & Ireland. David joins ADT with extensive experience gained at a high level across EMEA in the technology space. This has provided an excellent backdrop for his new role requiring senior leadersh...

 PSIA develops and demonstrates succesful Systems VideoStandards for the physical security industry took an important step forward at ISC West with the successful demonstration of interoperable products from Honeywell, UTC F&S, Tyco, Hikvision, Arecont Vision, IQinVision and ObjectVideo.  It was clear that the objective of the PSIA, to develop a systems specification supporting video, storage, analytics, access control, and intrusion, has been achieved.  Thanks to our member c...

 Axis is now a platinum member of the Mirasys Technology Partner Programme Mirasys Ltd, a leading provider of open platform digital CCTV and video surveillance solutions, has announced that Axis, a market leader and innovator in the network camera market, has become a platinum member of the Mirasys Technology Partner Programme. As Axis celebrates its fifteenth year as a network camera technology leader, the evolving partnership with Mirasys demonstrates continued commitment to existing shar...

  The Public Safety & Security Summit takes place in Doha, Qatar on the 22nd -23rd of June Day one of the inaugural Public Safety and Security Summit laid the foundations for Qatar's road map for the future - with strategic planning and implementation the key messages for attending delegates.With the staging of the 2022 FIFA World Cup and realisation of their National Vision in 2030, the next ten years will see many changes in the Gulf state.Among yesterday's high-profile spea...

 NICE to further enhance security at Brooke Army medical center with the expansion of existing Implementation and addition of advanced capabilitiesNICE Systems Ltd. today announced that Brooke Army Medical Center (BAMC), a U.S. Army Hospital and Level 1 Trauma Center at Fort Sam Houston, San Antonio, is expanding its implementation of NICE security solutions and upgrading its video surveillance capabilities with NiceVision Net 2.0. Brooke Army Medical Center has used NICE video surveillance...

 Milestone Systems managing the video surveillance system of the new stadium at Le MansXProtect® Corporate software from Milestone Systems is managing the video surveillance system of the new stadium at Le Mans, connected to Sony HD cameras. The MMArena was opened in January 2011 by Prime Minister François Fillon and Sports Minister Chantal Jouanno of France and it is exemplary on many levels. A multisport stadium designed for hosting a variety of sporting events such as soc...

  Sony Professional Video Security will be hosting its first Live Facebook Chat on Thursday 30th June 2011Following the recent unveiling of Sony's IP over Coax hybrid camera at IFSEC 2011, Sony Professional Video Security will be hosting its first Live Facebook Chat on Thursday 30th June 2011, which will explore new and alternative approaches to going hybrid. From 10:30 - 11:30am, you will be given unprecedented access to Sony Professional's video security experts Yu Kitamura (European...

John Fisk is the new IP product Manager, Samsung who will upgrade the working of the company to the next level  John has worked within the electronic security industry for over 15 years. Immediately prior to joining Samsung he was with Norbain for seven years performing a number of roles, including Branded CCTV Product Manager. John will be responsible for providing specialist IP and network pre and post sales support, as well as offering design and technical assistance on large projects.&...

 Command Video Management Platform software provides customers with a web based interface that is easy to use March Networks, a global provider of intelligent IP video solutions, is pleased to announce the launch of its Command video management platform. The scalable software provides customers with a sophisticated, web-based interface that is easy to use and highly customisable. Command fits easily into existing Information Technology (IT) infrastructure to ensure rapid installation and ma...

  Ayonix INC and Wavestone agree technology partnershipFacial recognition software specialists, Ayonix and Wavestore, a leading provider of professional DVR, NVR, HVR and emergency management solutions, announce that they have entered a technology partnership to distribute Ayonix's facial recognition, Video analytics products and Ayonix's security solutions by integrating with Wavestore's digital recording solutions in UK and Europe."Ayonix is very excited about this great opportu...

 SIA Government Summit was held June 21-22 at the Phoenix Park Hotel in Washington, D.C.John Romanowich, President and CEO of SightLogix, received the Security Industry Association (SIA) "Statesman Award" on June 21 during the SIA Public Policy Dinner as part of SIA's 2011 Government Summit in Washington, D.C. The award recognises Mr. Romanowich's strong support for SIA Government Relations programs, as well as his leadership as chairman of SIA's Chemical Security Working Group. E...

 Cassidian Warrior21™ delivers significant capability enhancement, future viability and modularity in the infantry sector Cassidian has won a contract from the Swiss defence procurement authority Armasuisse for the advanced production engineering of the IMESS programme (Integrated and Modular Engagement System for the Swiss Soldier). The volume of this order is in excess of 20 million Swiss francs. Switzerland expects Cassidian Warrior21™ product to deliver significant capabilit...

  EMC insures against facility breaches with access control solutions from HID GlobalHID Global, trusted leader in solutions for the delivery of secure identity, today announced that the company's credential and reader solutions for access control have been selected by mutual insurance leader EMC to protect its entire, multi-structure corporate campus at the company's headquarters in Des Moines and an additional facility in Ames, Iowa.EMC worked with a security systems integrator to de...

Security Alliance sets up working groups in  accordance with future regulatory frameworkThe Security Alliance recently released details of the working groups that would be created to review the recommendations for a future regulatory framework shortly to be published by the Security Industry Authority. The working groups will have two key functions: A number of Process Groups established to look in detail at the proposed operating modelA number of Sector groups that will review th...

 Grand Pier pavilion is secured by high security cylinder range from Mul-T-Lock The Grand Pier has recently been rebuilt after a fire destroyed the structure of the original pavilion in 2008. Newly re-opened, the owners were anxious to ensure high security systems were installed to protect the £34 million investment. Local architectural iron mongers and locksmiths, AIW Key Centre, recommended a high security cylinder range from Mul-T-Lock, allowing the owners to retain and ext...

  BSSG deploys Proxim's and Axis Communications' wireless video surveillance system to deter crimeProxim Wireless Corporation, a leading provider of complete indoor and outdoor wireless broadband systems, today announced that Bruers Service Security Goirle (BSSG), a leading integrator of security systems in Amsterdam, has deployed a complete wireless video surveillance network in Amsterdam's Stadsdeel West neighbourhood utilising Proxim's end-to-end wireless solutions and Axis Communic...

 OnSSI makes sure students get safe and secure enviornment while they learnIn response to the slowly recovering economy and subsequent budgetary cuts in schools, On-Net Security Surveillance Systems, Inc. (OnSSI), the market leader in video surveillance and security software, announced that they have chosen to continue their proactive engagement with school systems, and help them purchase needed security products at reduced prices. The company will continue their 2010 promotion, offering...

 Dealing with rising airport security threats  demand more innovative solutions   With the rise in large security threats since the commencement of this century, security of airports has become paramount. Looking into this issue Ashley Smith, BSIA (British Security industry Association) Civil Aviation Security Section Chairman, explains how a mix of properly interfaced security systems working in conjunction with monitoring and response staff offers a cost...