Surveillance & Security News for June 2013

Organised by UBM Live, the security awards are designed to honour the best professionals, projects, and processes The nomination process for the 2013 Security Excellence Awards, organised by UBM Live, is now open. Celebrating its 15th year in 2013, this highly prestigious industry awards scheme is specifically designed to commend and honour the very best professionals, projects and processes which both the UK and international security sectors have to offer. There’s a...

The main tasks of the surveillance and evacuation solution were to provide video monitoring and passenger movement control The longest metro system in Italy, the Milan metro with a total length of 92 kilometers and 101 stations has a daily ridership of over one million people. To secure this important transport system, Bosch Security Systems is supporting Milan’s new driverless metro line 5, which opened earlier this year, with a security solution that combines video sur...

SALTO XS4 uses RFID technology to communicate with the central access control database stored on the college’s server Strode College is one of England's top performing colleges for further and higher education, offering a wide range of academic and vocational courses, training and leisure courses for the community. It has a range of high quality general and specialist learning environments and resources to support students in their studies. Most of the on-campus faciliti...

The study was carried out in France, Germany, Spain, Sweden and the UK about CCTV and its role in society New pan-European research commissioned by Security Products from Siemens has found that a clear majority of consumers do not believe that the widespread use of CCTV infringes on people’s civil liberties. In addition, the survey revealed overwhelming support for the use of CCTV in reducing crime. The study – carried out by YouGov between February and March 2013...

Samsung Techwin’s 960H technology offers an instant upgrade in the resolution of the live or recorded video Northern Rail plays a vital role in the north of England by servicing a population of nearly 15 million people. With 4,900 employees and offering approximately 2500 local and regional train services every weekday, Northern Rail is the largest train operator in the UK. The company’s ability to maintain a safe environment for its customers and staff is undoubte...

Aritech solutions include ‘Gliding Focus’ mirror optics which provide automatic target focus over the entire detection range The market leading Aritech range of intruder detection products, from UTC Fire & Security UK, provides security installers, integrators and specifiers with the best solution for every project. Backed by comprehensive technical support and training for installers across the UK, the Aritech intruder range is among the most trusted names in...

IndigoVision IP Cameras were deployed to monitor new areas within the site Albuquerque Bernalillo County Water Utility Authority (ABCWUA) has successfully deployed IndigoVision’s IP Video Security Solution to help protect its 300-acre wastewater facility. Two of the biggest security challenges faced by the Water Authority included perimeter monitoring of a wide geographical area of 300 acres and protection of multiple remote buildings with limited connectivity. Because...

Cassidian MARitime SECurity system encompasses video surveillance, video content analysis and access control Cassidian has completed the integrated security system for the protection of Tanger Med harbour in northern Morocco. The Integrated MARitime SECurity (IMARSEC) system is now in full operation. It encompasses video surveillance and video content analysis, maritime surveillance, an access control system that includes biometry and optical character recognition, a public ad...

Simon Alderson, Chairman of Vacant Property Protection Group, summarises six key actions to help protect vacant properties In light of recent squatting protests in London ahead of next week’s G8 Summit, Simon Alderson, Chairman of the British Security Industry Association’s (BSIA) Vacant Property Protection Group and Commercial Director for BSIA member Vacant Property Specialists, is warning owners of vacant commercial properties to be on heightened alert. “...

Secutech Excellence Awards aim to reveal trends and technical progress in IP surveillance The winners of the 2013 Secutech Excellence Awards were announced at the 16th edition of Secutech which was held from 24 – 26 April 2013 at Taipei Nangang Exhibition Centre, Taiwan. Secutech, an annual international exhibition and conference for the electronic security, info security, fire & safety sectors was organised by Messe Frankfurt New Era Business Media Ltd. It attracte...

The existing system has a number of spare channels, which allows the addition of ASSA ABLOY Aperio wireless locks Grosvenor Technology’s new SATEON browser-based access control system has revolutionised Gateway College’s management of its security, student attendance and daily registration. Leicester-based Gateway 6th Form College has 1,600 students and staff, and offers both A Level and vocational courses, helping to prepare the students for university and employm...

A fire alarm system must be designed in accordance with a thorough, complete and approved risk assessment of a workplace Mint Security is encouraging businesses across the country to be vigilant when it comes to fire safety, and get their fire alarms serviced appropriately to prevent fires and increase staff safety in the workplace. Research from the Communities and Local Government Fire Statistics bureau has found that between 2010 and 2011, there were 24,900 fires recorded i...

The event is designed for security integration and monitoring companies  The sixth annual Electronic Security Expo (ESX), the security industry’s most important tradeshow, networking and education event, opens a week of activities in Nashville’s brand new Music City Center starting on June 17 until June 21. The event, designed for security integration and monitoring companies, is the industry’s only tradeshow owned and sponsored by the leading associatio...

Brivo's ACS WebService access control solution provides total control and real-time visibility of all events The Situation 3H Technology (3H) is an innovative information technology company, offering a wide range of products and technical services to Government agencies and corporations, with high profile customers that include the US Navy, General Services Administration (GSA), US Army, Department of Health & Human Services (DHHS), and Department of Treasury, as well as...

The publication provides original, vendor-neutral analyses of security technologies from industry leaders The Security Industry Association has launched a new journal about security technology called SIA Technology Insights. The publication provides original, exclusive, vendor-neutral analyses of emerging security technologies from industry leaders. Produced with the end-user in mind, SIA Technology Insights is intended to help chief security officers, security directors and...

The Wavestore True 360 solution will be put through its paces at the Official Le Mans Test day and during the 24 hour race Wavestore has been commissioned to install 360 degree panoramic cameras in the Greaves Motorsport’s pit area to allow the company’s senior operations and technical personnel to analyse the team’s performance when its cars stop for refuelling, tyre changes or repairs.  The video captured by the 360-degree cameras will be recorded and...

Andrew's expertise include Security Applicatiions, CCTV, IP Camera, Video over IP and Acces Control technologies The presentation at IP-in-Action LIVE 2013 will focus on demystifying ONVIF, an organisation which is primarily focused on developing an open global standard to ensure interoperability (the new buzz-word for integration) between network video products regardless of manufacturer. It will explore why standards matter to the industry, what ONVIF stands for. It w...

Vemotion’s encoders and viewers allow video communication between remote healthcare workers and hospital Vemotion Interactive, specialists in live video transmission over low bandwidth connections, announced its participation in an innovative telemedicine trial conducted by the Swinfen Charitable Trust in Nepal. Speaking at a reception at the House of Lords hosted by Lord and Lady Swinfen on behalf of the Trust, Ian Foxley, Vemotion’s Business Development Director...

BSIA’s ID section chairman, Anthony Pearlgood, gave an update of the section’s achievements over the past few years The Information Destruction Section of the British Security Industry Association (BSIA) hosted its fifth successful Conference and Exhibition last week at the National Motorcycle Museum in Birmingham on 5th June 2013. The day proved to be a successful day for both delegates and exhibitors alike, with delegates having the opportunity to attend a compr...

The addition of AMBITION will provide a dedicated crisis response management element to the existing Counter Terror Expo Global events company Clarion Events has added a new show to its UK Defence & Security portfolio in the shape of AMBITION, the major national annual event for NHS ambulance services, their suppliers and partner agencies, which Clarion are looking to co-locate alongside Counter Terror Expo and Forensics Europe Expo, 29 – 30 April 2014. The addition...

ACCESSNET-T IP TETRA system covers any communication requirement in the plant berolina elektronik GmbH headquartered in Berlin, Germany, equips Mercedes-Benz engine factory in Berlin-Marienfelde, Germany, with Hytera TETRA radio technology. As a local partner of Hytera Mobilfunk, berolina elektronik GmbH equips the factory fire brigade of Mercedes-Benz at the engine factory in Berlin with state-of-the-art TETRA radio technology. The radio system is used in the factory for the...

SPEXER 1000 security radar is optimised for the surveillance of critical territory and infrastructure Cassidian, the defence and security division of EADS, has proved the capabilities of its newly developed SPEXER 1000 security radar in a series of large-scale field trials, employing realistic scenarios. The company announced that in the course of demanding tests conducted in Africa and South East Asia the radar demonstrated exceptional detection capabilities under the toughes...

The cycling route has over 15 new camera locations along the route AMG Systems, the British manufacturer of sophisticated Megapixel cameras and CCTV transmission technology, announces that they have supplied the transmission solution for Dublin City Council’s (DCC) new Cycling Route. The Canal Way Cycle Route was officially open on the 22nd of March 2012 and is connecting Portobello with the Docklands. The new Cycling Route is fully integrated into the comprehensive Traf...

Avigilon, a leader in high-definition (HD) and megapixel video surveillance solutions, recently welcomed the HD Pan-Tilt-Zoom (PTZ) In-Ceiling Dome camera to their product line-up. With the same quality and performance of the HD PTZ, the In-Ceiling Dome has a patent-pending mounting technology that dramatically reduces installation time. The new camera also has a removable trim ring so customers can easily customise its color. “At Avigilon we’re always looking for ways to bring inno...

The conference and exhibition will focus on advancing the “Beyond the Border” action plan Michigan’s St. Clair County Criminal Justice Association has relocated its September meeting to coincide with the opening of the US/Canada Border Conference on September 12th at Detroit’s Cobo Center.   Association membership includes local courts, prosecutor’s office, Chiefs of Police, Michigan State Police, Sheriffs, and federal agencies, includin...

Axis Communications, the world leader in network video surveillance, announces a strong addition to its Q-line of fixed thermal network cameras for outdoor perimeter and area protection: AXIS Q1931-E Thermal Network Camera. Compared to traditional thermal cameras that typically are out of the price range for professional surveillance and use outdated analogue technology, AXIS Q1931-E is an affordable, bullet-style IP camera that comes out-of-the-box ready for outdoor installation in harsh enviro...

As part of the partnership, STANLEY will market and support SenTech products to customers seeking an integrated EAS solution STANLEY Security (Stanley), a leading national security integrator, announces its strategic partnership with SenTech EAS Corporation, a leading supplier of EAS (Electronic Article Surveillance) systems, tags, labels and accessories. As part of this partnership, STANLEY will market and support SenTech products to customers seeking an integrated EAS soluti...

Axis has evolved its ADP to increase intelligent software solutions for regional end-customers Axis Communications, the world leader in network video surveillance, recently announced it has evolved its Application Development Partner (ADP) Program to increase intelligent software solutions for regional end-customers by enhancing local support and creating a more defined partner program. The ADP Program enhancement announcement comes in time for Axis’ Global ADP Conferen...

The report entitled “The World Market for CCTV and Video Surveillance Equipment – 2013 edition” is available now from IHS Milestone Systems and Genetec last year were evenly matched as the top suppliers of video management software (VMS) in a market worth more than half a billion dollars, according to a new report on video surveillance equipment from IMS Research, now part of IHS Inc. The global VMS market for CCTV and video surveillance was valued at more t...

NEC will showcase facial recognition, hybrid finger identification and video surveillance technologies NEC Corporation recently announced its participation in IFSEC South Africa 2013, from 18 to 20 June 2013 at Gallagher Convention Centre, Johannesburg, South Africa. “Supporting African government and business to build a better, smarter and safer society with innovative Public Safety solutions is our top priority,” said Eugene le Roux, Managing Director, NEC Afric...