Surveillance & Security News for March 2015

LILIN IP cameras are installed in Keelung Prison’s corridors, outdoor perimeters, hallways, and dining areas Background Taiwanese prison leverages LILIN IP surveillance cameras for enhanced security. Keelung Prison opened in 1960 situated in northern Taiwan, the facility accommodates nearly four hundred long-term prisoners. Video surveillance cameras are essential in providing security in correctional facilities and prisons. Keelung Prison needed to monitor corridors, c...

Differences between standard data applications and the requirements of networks designed for IP video security applications are critical for your system's performance When the need to purchase a network switch arises, many IT directors immediately turn to two favourites, HP or Cisco. They have become to the networking environment what IBM was to computers: “No one ever got fired for buying IBM.” Certainly, switches play a crucial role in enhancing your network by i...

Protection 1 continues to attract and retain the best and the brightest in the security industry Protection 1, the largest full-service business and home security company in the U.S., recently announced that it has hired or promoted several industry veterans in the month of February to complement its field management organisation. They include: Craig Taylor who has been hired to fill the position of General Manager for Protection 1’s Los Angeles market. Taylor will repo...

McConnell will spearhead technology strategy and development and lead the engineering team MicroPower Technologies Inc., an award-winning provider of surveillance solutions optimised for rapid, cost-effective deployment, announced recently the appointment of Tim McConnell as Vice President of Engineering. In this new role, McConnell will spearhead technology strategy and development, and lead the engineering team as it further develops rich feature-sets and increased functiona...

Software House, part of the Security Products business unit of Tyco, the world’s largest pure-play fire protection and security company, offers an even higher level of 24/7 protection with the transition to Stratus Technologies’ everRun Enterprise and Express v7.2 fault tolerant business continuity solutions for its C CURE 9000 and C CURE 800/8000 access control platforms.  “Maintaining system uptime in times of power or connectivity disruption is one of the most critical...

Identiv, Inc. recently launched uTrust Sense, a range of compact, lightweight, cost-effective, physically flexible, secure, waterproof, Internet-enabled sensors. The first product is Identiv’s uTrust Sense Temperature Tracker, a credit card-sized, powered smart sensor that tracks and stores temperature readings that can be read by mobile devices or uploaded to the Internet for analysis. Industry benefits: A smart sensor for the Internet of Things (IoT) market, Identiv’s uTrust Sens...

ISONAS’ VP of sales, Robert Lydic, accepted the prestigious award at MIPS 2015 event in Las Vegas ISONAS Inc., a leading pure IP access control system manufacturer, is proud to announce winning the Integration of the Year 2014 award from Milestone Systems at the recent (Milestone Integration Platform Symposium) MIPS 2015 event in Las Vegas. ISONAS was chosen based on its dedication to the Milestone integration and selected from over 100 Milestone integrated partners to r...

Anthony W. Batts will outline his vision and predictions for the future of policing The Electronic Security Expo (ESX)-the national trade show where electronic security and life safety dealers, integrators, and monitoring professionals connect, learn, and prepare for the future-has announced that Anthony W. Batts, Commissioner of the Baltimore Police Department will be the featured speaker at the ESX 2015 Networking & Public Safety Luncheon. Batts' presentation will outli...

Talkaphone has introduced a compact video door entry station that features a contemporary new design and IP66 weather rating for tough environments. The embedded wide-angle megapixel camera is ONVIF compliant and offers a clear view of the caller. Unlike closed intercom systems, Talkaphone’s compact video door entry station works with major video management system (VMS) vendors and offers greater deployment flexibility to higher education institutions, healthcare and corporate facilities,...

With the industry’s largest security trade show just weeks away, we spoke with leading systems integrator Securadyne Systems, Austin, Texas, for their assessment of ISC West and how they use the show to benefit their organisation. Terry King, vice president and regional general manager, shares his thoughts on what Securadyne Systems plans to accomplish at this year’s event. SourceSecurity.com: What is your take on ISC West and what do you get out of it? Terry King: ISC West has al...

The members includes Software Test Engineer Dariusz Stachowski, Technical Author Greg Hole and Technician Ronaldo Nascimento Integrated security solutions manufacturer TDSi has announced the appointment of three new members of staff to expand its products and technical services teams - Software Test Engineer Dariusz Stachowski, Technical Author Greg Hole and Technician Ronaldo Nascimento. Technical Director at TDSi, Mike Sussman comments on the first appointments by the c...

Chris Jones brings in 25 years’ transport management experience to the firm Securitashas announced the appointment of a new Head of Operations for its Specialist Services Division. Chris Jones brings 25 years’ transport management experience to the security firm with specific focus on the aviation sector for the last 12 years. Chris joins Securitas from his previous role of Head of Security for London Luton Airport, a position he held for three years, during...

The college has installed three Traka lockers holding 80 devices in its library allowing students to access laptops at any time Traka asset management lockers are helping staff at Lincoln College save hundreds of hours in extra time each year. The college has installed three lockers holding 80 devices in its library allowing students to access laptops at any time of the day. The new system means staff do not need to carry out any admin work retrieving the laptops from a safe...

Residents will now benefit from all the advanced features that Urmet’s 2-wire system Developers, Weston Homes, have chosen Urmet’s 2-Voice, 2-Wire system for Preston Hall, a prestigious Victorian restoration project in Aylesford, Kent. Preston Hall is a Grade II-listed Victorian mansion built in the Jacobean style, consisting of 36 luxurious and unique one, two, three and four-bedroom apartments, houses and villas. To restore and refurbish this magnificent prop...

Over 62 high profile doors at the centre are fitted with offline networked SALTO XS4 handle sets Customer As the number of people attending Accident and Emergency Departments and Acute Medical Units (AMU) continues to grow and put pressure on the NHS, a brand new medical centre in South West London is welcome news. Nelson Health Centre in Merton, South West London, is being developed on the site of the former Nelson Hospital on Kingston Road. NHS Merton Clinical Commissionin...

There’s more talk than ever in the security industry about cloud-based systems – where they are, where they’re going, the risks, the rewards. New opportunities for integrator companies, especially related to recurring monthly revenue (RMR), are among the benefits of new cloud-based systems. For insights into those opportunities, we spoke with Robert Hile, currently director of strategic accounts for SureView Systems and a strong proponent of cloud-based systems, whose backgroun...

QID functions as a classroom function lock for everyday use & features instant deadbolt ability Securitech, the industry leader for innovative, purpose-driven locking devices, is making classroom security faster, easier and stronger with its QID™ (Quick Intruder Deadbolt) classroom lock, on display at the Annual National School Boards Association (NSBA) Conference and Trade Show on March 21-23 in Nashville, TN. Designed to exceed safe school government standards,...

Standards for camera manufacturers presented a new challenge with the introduction of security cameras that require more than 30 Watts of power Standards for camera manufacturers presented a new challenge with the introduction of security cameras that require more than 30 Watts of power. Many of these involve pan-tilt-zoom (PTZ) domes and heaters and blowers that require additional power. This development created two areas of confusion which is highlighted in this article by N...

Over 70% of respondents believe they are currently vulnerable to a security breach from tailgating Boon Edam Inc. recently released the results of an internal survey looking at perceptions and trends with respect to the issue of tailgating entry into buildings. The survey was conducted in late 2014. Boon Edam Inc. asked over 3,000 contacts from its database of end users, security consultants and integrators to share their perceptions about the risk of tailgating into their fa...

The Fluidmesh system, together with the bank's new fibre connections, facilitated the connection to the server When Metuchen Savings, a 100+ year old community-based bank in New Jersey, sought to extend its LAN/WAN between the branch and two administration buildings, it sought the help of On-Line Communications and Fluidmesh Networks to get the job done. Replacing the existing laser antennas with a solution that addressed all mandated requirements, time lines, and budgetary c...

Opengear, a leading provider of critical infrastructure management solutions through advanced console servers, remote management, monitoring, and cellular out-of-band products, recently announced the development of Zero Touch Provisioning (ZTP) capabilities across Opengear products. ZTP enables automated provisioning of configuration to newly deployed Opengear appliances over the network, without the need for manual user interaction. With the recently released firmware version 3.15.1, Opengear i...

Software House offers an even higher level of 24/7 protection Software House, part of the Security Products business unit of Tyco, the world’s largest pure-play fire protection and security company, offers an even higher level of 24/7 protection with the transition to Stratus Technologies’ everRun Enterprise and Express v7.2 fault tolerant business continuity solutions for its C•CURE 9000 and C•CURE 800/8000 access control platforms. “Maintaini...

Martin’s focus is to grow Pilgrims footprint throughout the country and manage operations to ensure the highest quality of service delivery Global security and risk management specialist Pilgrims Group Limited  has announced its first Country Director for Algeria, confirming its commitment to develop the company’s portfolio of services for businesses working in the region. Martin Fuller has been appointed to the role and brings with him a wealth of experi...

Airbus will provide reliability to Asset Tracking System through its satellite airtime The UK Ministry of Defence (MoD) has selected Airbus Defence and Space to provide satellite airtime for air and ground tracking of ground assets and helicopters on a worldwide basis. The contract is for the provision of Iridium Short Burst Data and Iridium Rudics Data Minutes for the MOD’s established Asset Tracking System (ATS), Helicopter ATS (HeATS) and Ground ATS (GrATS). The...

SALTO’s new JustIN mobile key technology allow its guests to access their rooms by using their own smart phones The Astoria 7 hotel in San Sebastian, Spain, is one of the first in the world that can now manage the reservations and stays of its guests by sending their room keys direct to their smart phones. Opened in April 2009, the Hotel Astoria 7 is the ideal hotel for lovers of cinema. Built on the foundations of a former Gipuzkoa cinema, the hotel appeals to an e...

Aimetis showcases Symphony VMS, advancements to Physical Security Appliances and improvements to Thin Client Aimetis Corp., a global leader in intelligent network video management software is excited to be exhibiting at ISC Brazil. This industry leading tradeshow is from March 10 - 12, in Expo Center Norte, Pavilion Verde, São Paulo, Brazil. Aimetis will showcase Aimetis Symphony™ intelligent video management software, advancements to the range of Physical Securi...

This year’s 10th anniversary Milestone Integration Platform Symposium (MIPS) was the largest ever, with 463 participants, including manufacturers, integrators and thought leaders from throughout the industry. Emphasizing Milestone’s “open platform” approach to the market, the 2015 event highlighted successful Milestone end users, new integrations with a variety of manufacturer partners, and a theme of “winning together.” Keeping Mum on the Canon-Axis acquisti...

Lost or damaged keys cost authorities thousands of dollars to replace Keys are a common element in any transportation department, and an automated key control system is a valuable tool. Key management systems offer multi-site transportation facilities increased security and control to help prevent authorised key access as well as reducing the number of lost or misplaced keys. As an example, road repair is often done at night and requires equipment, vehicles, lights, gene...

Learn how the Georgia Tech Police Department deployed a web-based physical access control system (PACS) to manage facility access from any web browser, partition role-based access privileges by building, synchronise with campus-wide identity management systems and reduce total cost of ownership. Managing campus facility access within a virtual server environment The Georgia Institute of Technology campus occupies 400 acres in the heart of Atlanta, Georgia, with 900 full-time instructional facu...

Respondents also shared their outlook on which vertical market sectors would be the most robust in sales of products and services by the end of this year Confidence in the security marketplace among industry leaders dipped a little last month after rising throughout 2014, according to the February 2015 SIA Security Market Index. The SIA Security Market Index, drawn from an independent survey of members of the Security Industry Association (SIA), saw a slight decline to 73.6...