Surveillance & Security News for March 2013

End-userPrince of Songkla University International Conference Centre was established in commemoration of the 60th anniversary of His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej's accession to the throne. Prince of Songkla University International Convention Centre is Thailand's newest convention centre in this vein and the largest in the country's southern region. It is situated within the Hatyai campus of Prince of Songkla University and located just nine kilometres from Hatyai International Airport. The c...

Building management uses Morse Watchmans' key control and management system to secure, control and track keys Keeping residents and the facility safe and secure is a serious undertaking at the Promenade Condominium. For the past 17 years, management has relied on Morse Watchmans’ KeyWatcher® key control and management systems to help achieve this goal. Located on the Upper East Side of Manhattan, The Promenade Condominium is a residential high-rise luxury condominiu...

Telular Corporation, a leader in alarm and event monitoring solutions and services, announces that the Telguard TG-7FS cellular communicator for 3G/4G networks is compliant with the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 2013 edition for sole path communications. The NFPA 2013 Edition allows sole path cellular communications to be supervised for commercial fire systems once every 60 minutes, instead of every five minutes as required by the 2010 edition. In conjunction with code compliance,...

Lenel® Systems International, Inc. recently introduced the Prism™ Video Management System, an open Internet Protocol (IP) Video Management System (VMS). Built using the latest Information Technology (IT) and video surveillance industry standards, Prism integrates seamlessly with Lenel’s OnGuard® for event-driven monitoring. Prism offers a single point-of-device configuration, event and alarm monitoring, and system administration in an integrated video and access deployment. L...

AlliedBarton hired more than 4,500 veterans, reservists, national guardsmen and active duty service members in 2012 AlliedBarton Security Services, www.alliedbarton.com, the industry's premier provider of highly trained security personnel, is honored to join the 100,000 Jobs Mission, a coalition of companies committed to hiring at least 100,000 U.S. military veterans by 2020. Launched in March 2011 by eleven major employers, the coalition of private sector companies continues...

Moxa, a provider of hardened networking, communication, and computing solutions, is building upon the successful deployment of its DA-681 and DA-683 rackmount substation computers with its next generation DA-685 that combines the exceptional I/O capacity of the DA-681 with the computing horsepower of the DA-683.   Designed as an all-purpose substation solution, the DA-685 industrial embedded computer is capable of serving virtually any role in a smart grid application, regardless of what e...

The new office provides a local base for its North Eastern team Genetec™, a pioneer in the physical security industry and a leading provider of world-class unified IP security solutions, recently announced the opening of a new US office in Moonachie, NJ.  Located in close proximity to Manhattan and major airports, the new office features a state-of-the-art training center and showroom, and provides a local base for the company's North Eastern team. "The opening of...

The partnership is created under the CNL Software Technology Alliance Program CNL Software, a world leader in Physical Security Information Management (PSIM), and Vanguard Integrated Solutions a leading provider of Security Products and IP-Based Integrated Solutions, announce that they have formed a technology partnership. The two companies share the view that video intelligence should move away from closed systems, moving to open platforms allowing greater interoperability w...

QNAP is showcasing its NAS, NVR surveillance systems and digital signage products at CeBIT 2013 At CeBIT 2013, held in Hanover, Germany from March 5 to 9, 2013, QNAP® Systems, Inc. is demonstrating new software offerings and technologies for its Turbo NAS series for SMBs and home users, as well as showcase its comprehensive lineup of NAS, NVR surveillance systems, and digital signage products. "We are very excited about the annual CeBIT 2013 event where we have the chance...

3Si will showcase IPSecurityCenter PSIM from CNL Software at GSA CNL Software, a world leader in Physical Security Information Management (PSIM) software, is pleased to announce it will join 3Si PTE Ltd, a critical technology company dedicated to providing clients with total security solutions, at the Global Security Asia event in Singapore. This year 3Si will be showcasing IPSecurityCenter PSIM, from CNL Software to over 7000 Counter Terrorism, Internal State Security, Civil...

The Summit focuses baseline of information security measures and controls to improve cyber defence The SANS Institute will be hosting the Critical Security Controls International Summit in London from May 1st to May 2nd at the London Hilton on Park Lane hotel. The Summit focuses on the Critical Security Controls that the British government's Center for the Protection of National Infrastructure describes as the "baseline of high-priority information security measures and co...

Counter Terror Expo's programme will feature 30+ case studies on various security aspects In order for the counter terrorism and security industry to effectively combat the evolving security threat, it is essential to continuously apply lessons learned from past experiences in order to prevent errors or future attacks from taking place especially in light of the increasingly sophisticated attempts by potential terrorists. Counter Terror Expo’s workshop programme will fe...

The Verint Nextiva solution provides a powerful, reliable security solution based on IP video technology Verint Systems Inc. recently announced that Sahajanand Medical Technologies Pvt. Ltd. (SMT), a leading developer and manufacturer of minimally invasive coronary stent systems in India, is using its Nextiva video and situation intelligence solutions at its Surat-based manufacturing facility to help enhance the safety and security of employees. By monitoring and capturing...

Cassidian CyberSecurity outlines a 7 Step approach to combat ATPs Cassidian CyberSecurity and Netasq used their press briefing at the Cyber Defence Summit in Oman to highlight the real dangers posed to organisations and infrastructure in the Middle East region by APTs (Advanced Persistent Threats) and outline a 7 Step Approach, combining expertise, processes and new tools to combat these threats. Guy Meguer, General Manager Middle East, said: “APTs are targeted atta...

SDW 2013 will be held at the Queen Elizabeth II Conference Centre in London, 21-23 May 2013 SDW 2013, a conference and exhibition focused on the design and use of government and citizen-based identity credentials, has announced an impressive initial line up of international speakers. The show, to be held at the Queen Elizabeth II Conference Centre, London, UK, 21-23 May 2013, includes keynote presentations from, Mandie Campbell, Chief Operating Officer, UK Border Force, a...

SALTO's XS4 range with E9450 handle sets were installed at internal and external doors The new extension to the John Paul II Library at the National University of Ireland, Maynooth, has been secured with radio-frequency identification (RFID) access control products supplied by SALTO Systems. Situated 25km west of Dublin, the National University of Ireland Maynooth is a vibrant, rapidly expanding centre of higher education with more than 8,800 students. The university has...

A Catholic Sixth Form College situated in the heart of Preston city centre, Cardinal Newman College strives to be a centre of educational excellence for the community built on faith, respect and trust. It is set on a unique and compact campus and over the past two years has embarked on an extensive redevelopment programme which has seen the College benefit from state of the art new facilities. This programme is on-going. With its existing mechanical locking system becoming outdated, the College...

Porter's Group is a long-time supplier to Diebold that specialises in metal fabrication services As part of the company's ongoing consolidation and efficiency efforts within its supply chain, Diebold, Incorporated recently announced it has reached an agreement to sell its Lynchburg, Va., and Lexington, N.C.-based manufacturing operations to Porter's Group, LLC, pending satisfaction of all contractual terms and conditions. Based in Bessemer City, N.C., Porter's Group is a long...

Aimetis is the tenth licensee to join ObjectVideo's patent licensing program ObjectVideo, Inc. announced recently the signing of a global, portfolio-wide patent license agreement with Aimetis of Waterloo, Ontario, Canada. "Aimetis is a leader in tightly integrating video analytics into an easy-to-use video management solution. We are pleased to have them join the growing number of IP Camera and VMS providers who have become patent licensees," said Raul Fernandez, chairman of O...

Raytec units allow to capture real time footage of the Osprey nest activity in detail Raytec Infra-Red lighting has been installed in a specialist surveillance system to monitor Osprey nest activity in ‘The Friends of Island Beach State Park’, Iowa, USA. The whole system is powered exclusively using solar power. The State Park wanted to commission a high resolution Pan/Tilt/Zoom camera observation system to transmit live footage of the nest back to their visit...

The event was hosted by the BSIA and chaired by Hazel Blears MP Trust, accountability and the delivery of value for money are three key deliverables essential for the private security industry to build successful working relationships with the Police, according to attendees of a recent parliamentary roundtable meeting, hosted by the British Security Industry Association (BSIA). These issues were part of a wider debate on the topic of delivering community policing, which t...

AlliedBarton will host the seminar on March 13, 2013 AlliedBarton Security Services, the industry’s premier provider of highly trained security personnel, and HR Plus, a leading provider of comprehensive solutions for employment and background screening, will host a free workplace violence prevention seminar. In partnership with Asvaco, iView Systems and Tyco Integrated Security, the seminar will take place on Wednesday, March 13, 2013, at 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. at...

The VidSys PSIM software integrated the City’s existing security devices throughout the downtown area VidSys, a leading provider of Physical Security Information Management (PSIM) software, recently announced that the City of Houston used its PSIM software to manage potential security threats and safety issues associated with this year’s NBA All-Star Weekend events in Houston.  Using the VidSys software, the City’s public safety personnel were able to fu...

Mr. Sincock will help lead the expansion of DAQ’s historically DoD-focused security business into the commercial sector DAQ Electronics, a leading manufacturer of SCADA and integrated security systems, announced that security industry veteran Christopher Sincock has joined the company in the role of Vice President, Security Business. Mr. Sincock will help lead the expansion of DAQ’s historically DoD-focused security business into the commercial sector through the e...

SpotterRF was selected to participate in a demonstration seeking cutting edge technologies SpotterRF was one of 15 industry partners selected to participate in a Department of Defense demonstration seeking cutting edge technologies with high potential of improving the warfighter's mission effectiveness and survivability. The Stiletto Maritime Demonstration Program conducted its first capability demonstration, Jan. 14-27, 2013 for the Navy Expeditionary Combat Command (NECC) of...

Delta Scientifics’ mobile deployable vehicle crash barriers carry a K8 rating and stops 7.5 ton vehicles Delta Scientific, the leading manufacturer of counter-terrorist vehicle control systems used in the United States and internationally, recently announced that 12- and 16-foot MP5000 mobile deployable vehicle crash barriers helped police and military officers protect the president, congressional leaders, judges, journalists, other attendees and onlookers at the Preside...

The idea that homeland security starts with hometown security cannot be overemphasised Public security and safety is the responsibility of all people, as much as it is of the police and security officers. Ordinary people can contribute to the timely detection and prevention of any serious security threat by staying alert, recognising suspicious activity and reporting it to relevant law enforcement authorities. In this article, George Anderson, Vice President, Operations for th...

Palmira is located in southwestern Colombia. Due to its proximity to Cali, the region’s capital, Palmira has been developing into a satellite city of Cali and now home to over 300,000 inhabitants. And with an international airport situated in the municipality, Palmira also serves as the air transportation hub for the region and is gradually evolving from an agricultural economy into a more commercialized town. A city-wide analogue-based CCTV system was deployed long ago in Palmira for sec...

Talk-A-Phone announces integration of the VOIP-500 Series emergency phone with the exacqVision VMS (Video Management System) manufactured by Exacq Technologies. In the event of a distress call, the Talk-A-Phone VOIP-500 Series emergency phone sends an event via standard ASCII output over the network to the exacqVision system. Based on the event, the exacqVision VMS can link to a nearby camera or lock a pan-tilt-zoom camera to a preset in order to view real-time video of the event. An event list...

Winsted Corporation is pleased to introduce E-SOC control stations. Ideal for any control room application, E-SOC control stations are part workstation, part console and completely adaptable. Ergonomic enhancements improve operator performance and result in greater situational awareness when monitoring complex systems. Designed for ergonomic comfort and adjustability, E-SOC control stations feature Winsted’s innovative Versa-Trak monitor mounting system. Versa-Trak allows users to easily...