Surveillance & Security News for March 2011

 CEVA Logistics has more than 1,000 branches secured by Hikvision Hikvision's H.264 compression cards are being used in the US, Canada and South America by CEVA Logistics, a world-leading logistics company whose global network has facilities in 170 countries and 46,000 employees generating a turnover of $7bn. The company offers customers complete supply chain design and implementation in contract logistics and freight management. CEVA Logistics has more than 1,000 branches and is the produc...

 Vice President, Sales-Europe Ciprian Suciu will be responsible for the entire range of Infinova productsInfinova announced that Ciprian Suciu will be entirely accountable for Infinova business in Europe, including sales, technical support and operations. With aid from U.S. headquarters, Suciu will be responsible for the entire range of Infinova products, including IP, megapixel and analogue surveillance cameras and components, camera accessories, monitors, power supplies and fibre optic co...

 SIA officials are welcoming the federal government's move toward full implementation of the secure ID cardsSecurity Industry Association (SIA) officials are welcoming the federal government's move toward full implementation of the secure ID cards envisioned by a 2004 presidential directive.Homeland Security Presidential Directive 12 (HSPD-12) was issued by President George W. Bush to eliminate "wide variations in the quality and security of identification used to gain access to secure...

 The Pelco Digital Sentry platform is flexible in supporting analogue systems as well as IP and megapixel camera The new Beaver County 911 Center, located about 10 miles from the Pittsburgh International Airport, opened in early 2010 as one of the most advanced facilities of its kind in the United States. The 18,000 square-foot, $18 million project was centred around an upgrade in technology - and Pelco was at the core of the upgrade.The Pelco Digital Sentry platform was chosen for its flex...

In the retail banking sector, requirements for intrusion detection and related security measures are necessarily more stringent and more specialised than in most other areas of business and commerce.  Alistair Enser of Siemens Building Technologies Division, Security Products business segment, addresses some of these special requirements, and explains how they are being met by modern security systems. In the banking world, the threat of unwanted intrusions into premises leading to loss of...

 Diebold is the top-level sponsor of SIA's Customer Appreciation Reception at ISC West, an international security eventThe Security Industry Association (SIA) is proud to welcome Diebold as the top-level sponsor of the SIA Customer Appreciation Reception at ISC West.Diebold, a leading security integrator that provides comprehensive protection and detection solutions to the commercial, financial, government and retail markets, is a long-time member of SIA, and V. John Stroia, vice president...

 Wavestore's DVRs, NVRs and HVRs are rugged, reliable and straightforward to install, configure and operate Wavestore's reputation for producing easy to implement and operate digital recording solutions will be further enhanced with the unveiling of a significant upgrade to its open platform software at IFSEC 2011."In the latest version of our software, we have introduced our best ever customisable graphical user interface (GUI)," said Chris Williams, Wavestore's Director of Marke...

 Nedap N.V. Security Management expands its business operations with the opening of its new office in Poland Being active on the Polish Security market for more than 3 years now, Nedap N.V. Security Management announces the opening of a new office in Warsaw, Poland.Mr Jakub Kozak will be Nedap's country manager for Poland. "I am very excited to join this active and dynamic division of Nedap. Nedap AEOS is a state-of-the-art security system with a clear competitive edge. My experie...

 David Walsh, Salford Council's Operational Services Manager received the AwardThe Government Business Awards recognise local authorities and central government departments that have demonstrated sound business judgement  in a range of disciplines including outsourcing, environmental innovation, safety and, security.The ‘Public Sector Security Award' is given to the Local Authority or Central Government project that gives due consideration to security in the enhancement of the sa...

 The Bosch Video Solutions tour follows two routes covering northern and southern Europe separatelyBosch began its new Video Solutions tour in Copenhagen visiting cities across Europe and beyond. Aimed at system integrators, consultants, engineers and distributors, the tour gives people the opportunity to catch up with the latest in security solutions and experience them first-hand. People can also find out about the benefits and features of Bosch products directly from on-site specialists....

Retail banking is facing increasing pressure from customers, investors and other stakeholders to take a proactive stance on safety issues relating to people and financial assets. Whether it's ATM robbery or bank hold-ups, safety is becoming a key feature of corporate governance.To address these issues reliably and cost effectively, retail banks can protect their staff and assets more effectively with Sony Network Video Monitoring solutions.Small, discreet IP cameras can be positio...

HID Global, trusted worldwide leader in solutions for the delivery of secure identity, and Wincor Nixdorf, the premier global provider of intelligent transaction and payment solutions for the banking and retail markets, have developed an ATM solution with an integrated contactless smart card reader. The jointly developed solution enables a single piece of equipment to process ATM and automatic fare collection transactions, enhancing customer convenience and efficiency.HID Global and Wincor Nixdo...

  March Networks has provided IP video solutions to Ottawa Police ServiceMarch Networks, a global provider of intelligent IP video solutions, announced that the Ottawa Police Service has standardised on the company's video recording system across its interview rooms city-wide to enhance evidence and case management and aid in convictions.The recording solution is custom designed for police departments and is an integrated offering developed through March Networks' Certified Technology...