Surveillance & Security News for March 2016

Arteco, global provider of event-driven video surveillance solutions, announced recently the release of Arteco Event Analytics, an intelligence-based platform that improves, simplifies and enhances the event management by applying an additional layer of intelligent monitoring to video surveillance and business intelligence applications. Web-based platform An innovative Web-based platform, Arteco Event Analytics helps users determine valuable data from non-critical information. It drives new le...

All of Alpro’s deadlocks are designed to accept standard profile cylinders or thumbturns Deadlocks and paddle handles from Alpro are securing Warwick House, a new £6m library and multi-user community building in Seaford, East Sussex. The library building, which includes nine supported accommodation residential units, is on three storeys and also offers day services for older people. Design and other uses Several sets of powered pedestrian sliding doors within the...

Canon Europe, world leader in imaging solutions, announces the launch of two new low light network security cameras. Both the indoor pan-tilt-zoom (PTZ); VB-M50B, and indoor fixed dome; VB-H651V, include new features that help to ensure high quality images, even in challenging low light conditions. These new cameras are suited for a range of scenarios requiring round-the-clock surveillance, including critical infrastructure facilities, retail, commercial buildings and urban surveillance. Both m...

ASSA CLIQ remote system provides a simple and intelligent electromechanical locking system ASSA, part of ASSA ABLOY Security Solutions, a UK division of ASSA ABLOY, the global leader in door opening solutions, has supplied its CLIQ™ electromechanical locks to the engineering suite at Loughborough University. Loughborough University Loughborough University’s campus has miles and miles of electrical cabling, gas piping and data communications, which demand a respon...

AxxonSoft has announced release of version 7.0 of the Health Monitoring Module for AxxonSoft-powered security systems. Highlights in the new version include improved integration between the Module and the Intellect PSIM. Developers also worked to improve the ease of system management, making monitoring of hardware status easier than ever before. What's new in the Health Monitoring Module: Support for passing monitoring events to the Intellect PSIM: event-driven reactions based on monitoring...

With the release of exacqVision 7.6 video management system (VMS) software, Tyco Security Products increases local client video performance on all exacqVision network video recorders (NVR) and client workstations. exacqVision version 7.6 video management system (VMS) software also includes new area zoom, mapping functionality, faster searching in Exacq mobile and automatic updates across all exacqVision software in Enterprise System Manager (ESM), a health monitoring program for use with exacqVi...

Honeywell recently announced the release of WIN-PAK® 4.4 software suite, an update to the popular security software suite that now features a better user interface and other improvements, as well as the launch of WIN-PAK for Galaxy® software, specifically designed for the Honeywell Galaxy range of security products. Available in several versions, the WIN-PAK software suite was designed for small- to medium-sized businesses (SMBs) with an in-house security function. The software allows s...

Genetec™, a leading provider of open-platform, unified IP security solutions recently announced Genetec Lifecycle Management (GLM), new software, support and services offering. Lifecycle Management is available in two options: Genetec Assurance, which is free of charge for all new and existing customers, and Genetec Advantage, an optional premium paid-for option. Genetec Advantage includes premium collaborative support with advanced troubleshooting, dedicated support resources that includ...

Continuing to promote the many advantages offered by deploying High Definition (HD) surveillance, professional trade only CCTV security products distributor, COP Security, has announced the availability of the latest raft of Dahua High Definition Composite Video Interface (HDCVI) cameras. Dahua camera range Consisting of dome, wedge mini dome and bullet style models, the new Dahua HDCVI releases are all HD and SD switchable via the OSD, and feature Day/Night (ICR), AWB, AGC BLC and 3DNR. Equip...

Pelco by Schneider Electric announced recently that its VideoXpert™ video management platform is now integrated with PlateSmart’s ARES license plate recognition (LPR) system. The integration provides joint customers with an advanced, accurate and efficient suite of intelligent video analytics tools that complement the rich video management functions delivered by Pelco VideoXpert. LPR-based video analytics for VideoXpert users Integration with third-party technologies, such as Plate...

The partnership provides PSA integrators with an innovative tool that reduces system design time by up to 50% PSA Security and System Surveyor recently announced that they have entered into a partnership to offer System Surveyor through the PSA Security Network. System Surveyor is a mobile app and cloud-based tool that simplifies the design, installation and maintenance of electronic security systems. The partnership provides PSA integrators with a breakthrough, innovative too...

Community was the big buzz-word at this year’s Milestone Integration Platform Symposium (MIPS). The folks at Milestone are long-time proponents of open systems, and presenters at MIPS 2016 described an expanded vision of how the Milestone video management system (VMS) platform can spur innovation in the market. Their “Open Platform Community” vision involves more interaction and technology development, both between Milestone and its partners (including third-party manufacturer...

Speaking on behalf of Microsoft Global Security will be Mike Faddis, Director of Microsoft Global Security The PSIA will provide a briefing with the latest updates and roadmaps for its various industry initiatives on April 7th at 10 A.M at ISC West in Sand Convention Center, Las Vegas. Manufacturers and end users will discuss and demonstrate how real-world solutions have moved from concept to development using the PLAI specification.  Faster and efficient security admini...

MOBOTIX presents for first time ever the new MxPanel with its large, convenient screen, new user interface & connectivity options At light+building in Frankfurt, Germany, MOBOTIX presents innovations and groundbreaking solutions of professional video security, smart home automation and access control. The latest version of MOBOTIX’s professional MxMC video management software with high-speed playback and easy-to-use time-lapse function allows to analyse 24 hours of...

ExtraHop also announced growing base of key channel relationships with resellers including Wick Hill Germany, Radpoint, and SecureData ExtraHop, the global leader in real-time stream analytics for IT intelligence and business operations, recently announced further expansion into Europe, the Middle East, and Africa (EMEA) with the opening of offices in Germany, the Netherlands, and Belgium, as well as a strong and growing base of key channel relationships with leading resellers...

Acquisition brings state-of-the-industry capability to McRoberts’ clients and adds expertise in certain specialised vertical niches to USA portfolio U.S. Security Associates (USA) announced the acquisition of McRoberts Protective Agency, Inc., the oldest security firm in America and a venerable brand synonymous with quality and innovation. The acquisition brings state-of-the-industry capability to McRoberts’ valued clients and adds expertise in certain specialised...

Reliable and high-performance NVR appliances and storage solutions are vitally important in the Gulf region Promise Technology Inc., a leading developer of open platform storage solutions for video surveillance, will join its distribution partner Business Automation and Security Systems (BASS) at next week’s International Exhibition for National Security and Resilience (ISNR) at ADNEC in Abu Dhabi. Promise will showcase its award-winning line of Vess NVR appliances a...

CCTV design and manufacturing company, 360 Vision Technology, has announced the release of a new and improved stainless steel Predator camera, to join the highly popular range of Predator ruggedised high-speed PTZ camera systems. Rugged design Featuring a compact and robust housing fabricated from anti-corrosive polished 316L stainless steel, the new Predator Steel features a number of high-performance enhancements. Supporting astonishingly clear and detailed low light imagery, Predator Steel...

According to Merit LILIN, the UAE will be a thriving new and potential market in 2016since Europe’s economy is still sluggish The global Chinese community recently welcomed the year of the Fire Monkey with a two-week celebration, concluding with the lantern festival at the end of February. According to Chinese astrology, we are now in the year of the Fire Monkey. What’s in store for businesses around the world?  Global economic growth is predicted for the ye...

Quantum highlights joint development initiatives with 3VR, Genetec, Milestone Systems and HauteSpot Networks Quantum Corp. recently highlighted joint development initiatives with video management system (VMS) leaders 3VR, Genetec Inc. and Milestone Systems — as well as HauteSpot Networks, a leading provider of solutions for IP video — to optimise tiered storage architectures for their customers. As members of the Quantum Advantage Program™ for technology part...

Kojak will enable fast enrolment and verification of large groups of people, with capability of capturing ten prints in ten seconds or less Integrated Biometrics LLC, developers of the most energy-efficient FBI-compliant fingerprint scanners in the world is revolutionising the industry yet again, with the release of its Kojak FAP 60 Appendix F Certified ten print and roll live scanner. Rugged and lightweight, Kojak will run off of a laptop, tablet or mobile phone without an a...

LifeSafety integrates LSP FlexPower product line with Brivo access control elements LifeSafety Power® Inc., the industry leader in Smart Power Solutions and patented remote networking capabilities, has a new partnership that provides seamless, mechanical integration of power and access control hardware in a single solution combining Brivo Access Control elements with the LSP FlexPower® product line. Mechanical integration of power and access control hardware LifeSafe...

MOOV is not only suited for City Access Control, it also has a dedicated module for vehicle access management Nedap - leading specialist in vehicle identification and detection technology - launches the next generation of its solutions for vehicle access control. Nedap MOOV is the world’s first access control system specifically designed for vehicle entrances in cities and parking facilities. With this new solution Nedap responds to the worldwide trend towards smarter ci...

The established security distribution channel is being disrupted by a new trend towardsspecialist distributors – who offer more a more focused range of products andsupport services In the last 10 years a lot has changed within UK security distribution, but on the surface everything would appear to be the same. The top two distributors remain the same, despite creditors at one and talk of a looming sale at another. However, they’re operating with a slightly reduced...

Festivals bring together a huge number of people, often to large open areas andvenues, which requires a high level of security and protection fromthe organisers Festivals might be all about fun, but the fact that festival goers are out for a good time is an extra reason why the responsibility for safety and security lies predominantly with the organisers. Security during festivals plays an important role in ensuring safety of citizens. Since festivals witness congregation of...

The latest addition to Avon Protection’s argus thermal imaging range, the Mi-TIC S, has passed all the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) requirements and is now certified compliant to the latest edition of NFPA 1801. The NFPA is the world’s leading advocate on fire prevention and an authoritative source on public safety. The NFPA 1801:2013 standard specifies design, performance, testing and certification requirements for thermal imaging cameras used by the fire service dur...

Automatic Systems, a world leader in the automation of secure entrance control, introduces FirstLane, its new security turnstile offering unbeatable value for money whilst ensuring safety and quality have not been compromised. With its modern and stylish design, FirstLane is perfectly suited to any type of architecture and its range of advanced technologies satisfies every need with regard to performance. The Firstlane series comprises of two models: FirstLane 960 and FirstLane 970. Both offer...

IOM access control tablet fuses access-control reader, biometrics, keypad, intercom, camera and other capabilities SRI Identity™, a line of business of SRI International, recently introduced its IOM Access Control Tablet for mainstream access control applications. The tablet fuses an access-control reader, biometrics, keypad, intercom, camera and other capabilities to establish a new benchmark for cost-effective value and functionality. It joins the SRI Identity portfoli...

Zetron systems deliver capabilities that provide tighter integration and improvements in situational awareness Zetron, a leading provider of mission-critical communications solutions worldwide, is taking a new approach in the offerings it will be exhibiting at the International Wireless Communications Expo (IWCE), being held March 21-25, 2016, in Las Vegas, Nevada. This year, Zetron’s demonstrations will highlight the ways in which its integrated systems provide the righ...

GJD, one of the world’s leading manufacturers and designers of professional external detector equipment and LED illuminators has announced unique features of its Pearl Triple-Tech detector. Designed to trigger genuine activations, the Pearl can be integrated with CCTV and alarm systems to avoid nuisance alarms. Combined with PIR, microwave and anti-masking technology, the Pearl provides reliable and trustworthy security against potential crime. Mark Tibbenham, Managing Director at GJD com...