Surveillance & Security News for June 2014

Wavesight’s rapidly deployable wirelesssystems can transmit high quality videoover long distances  Wavestore, a leading supplier of video management software (VMS), has formed a technology partnership with Wavesight, a market leading manufacturer of outdoor wireless communication solutions.    Featuring extremely high levels of data security, Wavesight’s point-to-point and multipoint rapidly deployable wireless systems can transmit high...

The 3 series fixed network domecameras are capable of capturingimages in HD and Full HD The latest range of Panasonic security cameras was unveiled at IFSEC.    The 3 series fixed network dome cameras are capable of capturing images in HD and Full HD, with double the images of real time (60fps), to catch every detail in every type of light.   Suited to a range of indoor and outdoor surveillance applications, the 3 series are IP-Network friendly, meanin...

A Managed Service solution ensures continuous system availability and functionality Managed Service methodologies have a proven record of improved operations, reduced ownership costs and the ability to migrate technology over time. Head of Enterprise Solutions for Siemens Building Technologies, Tony O’Brien, examines how this approach could impact the security and fire safety industries. How robust is your security and fire safety technology roadmap? A recent global sur...

Every tournament since Germany in 2006 has deployed IndigoVision’s solution to protect spectators and ensure public safety Another World Cup has begun, and it is an event that IndigoVision has a special connection with. Every tournament since Germany in 2006 has deployed IndigoVision’s solution to protect spectators and ensure public safety. Other recent IndigoVision Brazilian projects include the Brazilian Ministry of Work, Sao Paulo International Airport and...

Cobham Broadcast’s Nano HD TX transmitter suited due to its light weight, signal stability, range and proven durability Cobham Broadcast, the RF specialist company, has announced the sale of its Nano HD TX wireless transmitter to Pacific Broadcast, a market leader in the coverage of action sports, specialising in world-class surfing and other water sports. Pacific Broadcast, based in Melbourne, Australia, specialises in providing innovative OB and live production br...

This initiative will benefit the Community Food & Outreach Center of Central Florida AlliedBarton Security Services, the industry’s premier provider of highly trained security personnel which employs over 65,000 security professionals nationwide, will create a sustainable trade show display at the 2014 Every Building Conference & Expo, presented by BOMA International and Buildings magazine. This initiative will benefit the Community Food & Outreach Center of...

The agreement will allow Alltron to distribute IQinVision’s line of cameras to the Swiss market IQinVision, market leader in high-performance HD megapixel IP cameras, recently announced it has signed an agreement with Alltron AG, to join the ranks of IQinVision Distribution Partners. The agreement designates that Alltron AG, Mägenwil, Switzerland, will distribute IQinVision’s line of cameras to the Swiss market. Alltron is a part of the Competec group. &ldquo...

VTIS has divided the video surveillance product portfolio into industries so that customers can find desired security solutions faster VTIS GmbH´s new website offers an improved overview of the product portfolio and faster navigation, optimised for mobile devices. As of today, vtis.de presents itself in a new layout and with an updated offer. The objective is to make the vast information provided in the past more easily accessible for customers. The website appears cons...

IndigoVision’s solution was selected for its ability to provide full HD 1080p video at 25fps over a wireless link without any overhead and while using the lowest possible bandwidth IndigoVision has successfully completed a project for Bharat Oman Refinery Ltd. (BORL) at the Bina Refinery and COT Vadinar. Over 100 HD cameras have been deployed, via Wavesight Wireless Radios, including wireless Fixed and PTZ cameras in order to strengthen security around the refinery&rsquo...

COMPRO officially launched TN900RW Cloud IP camera with PTZ function and 720P HD resolution at Computex 2014 COMPRO Technology Inc., a leading cloud IP video surveillance solutions provider, recently announced Compro TN900RW, The World First Cloud IP Camera that can control home appliance. Designed with PTZ function and 720P HD resolution, TN900RW combines infrared and Wi-Fi technology, users can enjoy HD viewing on their mobile phone and control electrical devices via their s...

Hikvision has an 11.9% market sharein the Security Cameras industry For the third consecutive year, Hikvision has been ranked as the world’s largest CCTV and Video Surveillance Equipment provider in 2013 with a dominant 10.9% market share. This is up by more than a third, from 8% in 2012, according to the latest report from IHS Inc.   In a year of significant achievements, Hikvision maintained or gained position in every market segment. Its most striki...

SilverNet's high capacity Backhaul links facilitate transmission of images captured by cameras located throughout the town centre The SilverNet Wireless network has been deployed as part of a project to upgrade the town centre’s video surveillance system which has also seen the opening of a new state-of-the-art CCTV and public safety control room installed in Watford Town Centre. This has been designed to help police respond quickly to any incidents, whilst also providin...

The newest version of Frontier R4 now supports a stronger integration between Frontier Access and Frontier Video Frontier Security, a developer of integrated enterprise security management solutions for more than 35 years, recently announced the newest updates to Frontier R4, a powerful yet easy-to-use security management solution. The enhancements to Frontier are designed to meet the needs of customers who are looking for an enterprise-class and extremely reliable integrated...

The VMS helps streamline video security operations and helps users analyse video and security data Verint® Systems Inc.  recently announced that St. James School, a private Catholic school in Stratford, Conn., is benefiting from its use of the Verint Video Management Software™ (VMS) solution, boosting security and helping safeguard students and staff. Established 65 years ago to serve the educational, spiritual and social needs of students in grades pre-K to eig...

The agreement has been signed for $555 million in cash Google-owned Nest Labs, Inc. (nest.com) announced recently that it has entered into an agreement to buy Dropcam for $555 million in cash, subject to adjustments. The transaction is subject to customary closing conditions, including the receipt of regulatory approvals in the US. See latest article from our Editor on how this space is witnessing some solid activity.

Facilities managers using SMARTair can control and manage the use of cabinet locks with an easy interface SMARTair™ takes wireless locking way beyond doors. New SMARTair™ cabinet locks secure drug and medicine storage with RFID-enabled locks. In spas, swimming pools and sports centres around the world, clients can secure their belongings with credentials stored in water-resistant bands, instead of a cumbersome locker key. Facilities managers using SMARTair™...

The mass-market trend in North America and Western Europe is toward the increased use of multi-sensor detectors The mass-market trend in North America and Western Europe is toward the increased use of multi-sensor detectors. This move to combine multiple technologies into a single detector is more efficient and helps reduce false alarms. In its latest publication, the World Market for Fire Detection and Suppression Products, IHS forecasts the global multi-sensor detector marke...

Synectics will be supplying its COEX™ MECH/4 TriMode camera stations complete with Wash, Wipe and Presets Hazardous area CCTV surveillance manufacturer Synectics, has won the contract to supply CCTV for the new Yemen Gas Pipeline by Amec Spie. The pipeline will supply feed gas at a rate of 1.1 billion cubic feet per day to the LNG plant. This pipeline will be 320 km in length with a 38-inch diameter and will be buried over its entire length. The highest point of the pip...

BSIA’s Export Council celebrated its 20th anniversary with security exporters from across the UK Security exporters from across the UK gathered together with key industry stakeholders at IFSEC International to celebrate the 20th anniversary of the British Security Industry Association’s Export Council. Established in 1994, the Export Council serves as a dedicated forum for relationships between the UK's security industry and overseas buyers to be founded and culti...

The new partnership with Bravida Fire & Security will see Panasonic enter the European access control market A newly announced partnership with Bravida Fire & Security, will see Panasonic enter the European access control market for the first time. Panasonic used IFSEC, the world’s leading security show, to announce an OEM agreement with Bravida, Scandinavia's leading integrated supplier of technical installation and service solutions, which will see the “...

Suprema is the first to receive certification in the biometric access control and time attendance segment Suprema, Inc., a leading global provider of technology in biometrics, security and ID Solutions, recently announced its biometric scanner products are certified by the Bureau of Indian Standards. Suprema is the first to receive the certification in the biometric access control and time attendance segment in association with its local partner in India, A-ID Systems. Under...

Genetec, a leading provider of unified IP security solutions and Vidcie, a leading provider of mobile live video streaming services recently announced the integration of Vidcie Lookout wearable camera systems with the Genetec unified security platform, Security Center. Vidcie on-body cameras provide law enforcement officers and security personnel with on-demand, hands-free live streaming video that can be transmitted from the field over cellular or Wi-Fi networks. When connected to Security Cent...

The partnership between ASSA ABLOY and Verisure is one of the most successful M2M partnerships in Europe ASSA ABLOY, the largest global supplier of intelligent lock and security solutions, responsible for one in every 10 lock and security installations worldwide, focused on innovation on Stand D1700 in Hall S17 at IFSEC 2014 (Excel, London, UK from 17-19 June, 2014.) Recently named by Forbes as one of the world’s 100 most innovative companies, ASSA ABLOY showcased new...

Exacq Technologies, part of the Security Products business unit of Tyco, introduces the ability to seamlessly “bookmark” important video, audio and data with the release of exacqVision 6.2—the latest release of the company’s Video Management System (VMS) software. Version 6.2 also includes EasySupport for streamlined online technical support; and the ability to quickly find important cash register and other point-of-sale (POS) data with Transacq Search. In addition to sof...

Tri-Ed will maintain the SPW location at 3307 Kingman Street, Metairie, LA and move its current New Orleans branch Tri-Ed, North America’s largest independent security distributor, is pleased to announce its further expansion with the acquisition of SecurityPro Warehouse (SPW), a leading wholesale security distributor in the Louisiana market. Tri-Ed will maintain the SPW location at 3307 Kingman Street, Metairie, LA and move its current New Orleans branch into that 10,0...

3xLOGIC will assume ownership of research and development, technical support for Sonitrol brand products STANLEY Security and 3xLOGIC, Inc., recently announced a definitive agreement where 3xLOGIC will assume ownership of research and development, technical support and certain marketing activities for products developed under the Sonitrol® brand. The focus of the transaction will be to bring the combined strengths of 3xLOGIC and STANLEY Security to the development and deli...

Top Workplaces recognises the most progressive companies in Minnesota by the Star Tribune IdentiSys Inc. has been named one of the Top 100 Workplaces in Minnesota by the Star Tribune. The Top Workplaces special section was published in the Star Tribune on Sunday, June 15. Produced by the same team that compiles the 23-year-old Star Tribune 100 report of the best-performing public companies in Minnesota, Top Workplaces recognises the most progressive companies in Minnesota...

The ultra short throw lens enables large image projection without casting shadows onto the screen or dazzling the presenter Panasonic has announced the world’s shortest throw interchangeable lens for 3-chip DLP™ projectors at infoComm 2014, in Las Vegas, Nevada. The ultra short throw lens enables large image projection without casting shadows onto the screen or dazzling the presenter, and is expected to be used in leisure and rental and staging applications. Hart...

The third day of a trade show is when you start feeling like Bill Murray in that movie "Ground Hog Day." It's like you're living the same day over and over -- the same waiter at breakfast, the same (or at least interchangeable) crowds on the London Underground, the same frowning man waiting to scan your badge, the same frantic search to find your badge among multiple pockets (coinciding with the same brief moment of panic). Another day, another group of suppliers to visit, and some of the theme...

Visitors to the Kelvin stand can interact with radar feeds and multiple real-time electro-optical cameras Kelvin Hughes is, for the first time, demonstrating its integrated security and surveillance technologies at Eurosatory (Hall 5 – J488). Visitors to the stand can interact with radar feeds and multiple real-time electro-optical cameras. A large touch screen simulates a control room display while tablets highlight ease of operation in the field. Kelvin Hughes CxEye&t...