Surveillance & Security News for March 2016

The building is monitored remotely at Trigion’s security operations centre Thanks to the innovative use of technology by Trigion Security Services, a leading insurance company based in the City of London no longer needs manned guards operating 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. The ‘remote reception’ facility operated by Trigion means that while guards continue to work during the day, interacting with staff and visitors, they aren’t required outside office...

Dahua Technology, a world-leading manufacturer of video surveillance products headquartered in Hangzhou, China, provided safe city security solution for Boa Vista in Brazil. Boa Vista (Portuguese meaning “good view” or “nice sight”) is the capital of the Brazilian state of Roraima. Situated on the western bank of the River Branco, the city lies 220 km away from Brazil’s border with Venezuela. It is the only Brazilian capital located entirely north of the equator. B...

Berticelli will be responsible for managing PSA’s education and training initiatives to physical security market PSA Security Network® recently announced the addition of Anthony Berticelli as the Director of Education. In this role, Berticelli will be responsible for developing and managing all aspects of the PSA’s education and training initiatives to the physical security market. Expertise in security, crisis and asset protection training Berticelli comes t...

Morse Watchmans announces that its KeyWatcher® Touch Key Management System is now integrated with AMAG Technology’s Symmetry V8.0.2 Access Control System. The AMAG Symmetry Integration Module allows users to provide access to KeyWatcher Touch assets to card holders from within the Symmetry system. Both Morse Watchmans and AMAG Technology cooperatively tested and certified the integration. Morse Watchmans now certified member of AMAG Technology's Symmetry Preferred Partner Program &ld...

When it comes to low light control room environments, “darker” colour schemes result in better visibility and less eye strain. This is an underlying theme in the 12.0 version of the PureActiv geospatial video management and video analytics software, recently released by PureTech Systems.  The new interface continues with its market-leading map-based design, but moves to an overall darker colour scheme, perfect for viewing in low light situations, but also allowing better contras...

The PASS guidelines don’t just point to specific technologies; they address security issues and help guide school administrators to make their schools safer and more secure From K-12 to college campuses, schools need integrated solutions and proactive measures to lessen the potential of active shooters while targeting general loss prevention and security. The good news is that technology is available to address nearly every threat and challenge, and systems integrato...

With the planned solution, the company aims to help customers easily and securely access enterprise systems from anywhere in the world RSA Conference - Pulse Secure announced recently that the company plans to enable customers to use Pulse Secure's industry-leading VPN technology to provide transparent secure access for SAP Fiori® mobile apps. With the planned solution, the company aims to help customers easily, transparently and securely access enterprise systems from any...

RISCO will demonstrate how intruder alarm control panels have potential to act as hub of the smart home RISCO Group, the leading manufacturer of end-to-end solutions for the professional security market, is a headline sponsor of the NSI Summit. Four industry experts have been asked to speak at the popular event including Steve Riley, Commercial Director for RISCO UK&I. Steve will offer insight into Electronic Security within the Internet of Things (IoT) and representatives...

ELITE is latest product in hearing protection & communications equipment portfolio, developed to support security, policing & emergency services Esterline Corporation, a leading specialty manufacturer serving global defence and security markets, is premiering its Racal Acoustics ELITE headset at the Home Office Security and Policing event in Farnborough, U.K. on 8-10 March 2016. This is the European debut of ELITE at a security exhibition. The ELITE headset is a uniqu...

Interactive events like Smart Home M2M Platform & Software Summit 2016, Asian Systems Integrator Forum & more will be held With less than two months until Secutech 2016 commences, the show will present the latest technologies and products to unlock the future of security solutions and smart cities. The annual event, scheduled to run from 19 – 21 April 2016 at the Taipei Nangang Exhibition Center in Taiwan, is renowned as one of the most influential exhibitions of...

Captain Attilio Montalto, Italian Coastguard will give a presentation entitled ‘Maritime Security and Security Controls’ SMi are delighted to announce the Italian Coastguard will join the speaker line-up at SMi’s 7th annual International Port Security conference which returns to London on the 1st and 2nd June 2016 International Port Security 2016 will bring together key decision makers in the industry to discuss current issues surrounding port security and h...

Lincoln Fire & Rescue (LF&R) in Lincoln, Nebraska offers an all hazards emergency response service including fire and emergency medical services with professional personnel on staff. Each member is sworn to protect the lives and property of all Lincoln city residents. The fire department promotes life safety through public education, fire suppression, emergency medical services, and hazardous materials, and by developing and enforcing ordinances and fire codes. Currently, the fire depart...

The Chinese airport industry is growing rapidly and to keep up with demand, airports are looking at automated self-service solutions to optimise both capacity and the passenger experience. As the leading provider of information technology in the Chinese aviation market, TravelSky plays an important role in the promotion and acceptance of self-service solutions for the industry. The TravelSky certification reassures airports working with TravelSky information services that Boon Edam’s Airp...

Mr. Xiao is responsible for overall coordination, functional management and leadership of all sales activities in APAC region AMAG Technology welcomes Gaoping Xiao as its new Director of Sales, Asia Pacific Region (APAC). In this newly created position, Mr. Xiao is responsible for the overall coordination, functional management and leadership of all sales activities in the APAC region. With a focus on Exceptional Customer Service, Mr. Xiao will provide vision and help develop...

VIVOTEK's security solutions will enable business owners to increase business efficiency and optimise their surveillance investment VIVOTEK will reveal its intelligent surveillance solutions for targeted vertical markets at the Security Show Japan 2016 taking place Mar 8 to 11 in Tokyo Big Sight. VIVOTEK’s booth (#SS3302) highlights its industrial plant and retail solutions enabling business owners to increase business efficiency and optimise their surveillance inves...

Honeywell recently introduced the first in a series of alarm communications radios compatible with Verizon’s wireless network, giving security dealers more options to expand their businesses in alternative cellular coverage areas. The new CDMA-X Radio with Verizon 1XRTT technology supports Honeywell Total Connect Remote Services® and alarm signal transport for fire, burglary and status messages. It comes pre-activated and is remotely upgradable, allowing for a faster installation and...

The new “Roadshow Training” will be in addition to factory trainings held at Boon Edam's subsidiary headquarters in North Carolina Boon Edam Inc., a global leader in security entrances and architectural revolving doors, recently announced that it is expanding its current Technical Training Program in 2016 to now offer product certification courses at four locations around the USA. The new “Roadshow Training” will be in addition to factory trainings...

The development of PSIM security systems and the move towards smart buildings and cities holds huge potential for environmental performance in the security industry Is the drive to give clients improved CCTV, perimeter protection, intruder alarms and access control making our industry any greener? Is technological innovation consistent with reducing security industry’s carbon footprint? In any case, green operating practices are more a side effect of current developments...

Secure Mobility are able to offer employers in New Zealand a powerful and accurate tool for monitoring employee safety Secure Mobility, who provide a range of products to ensure the security of mobile assets and users, are delighted to announce their partnership with award winning lone worker safety app StaySafe. The partnership comes ahead of new health and safety legislation which will come into force across New Zealand on the 4th April 2016. The new Health and Safety a...

70 Anviz T5Pro devices was installed for elevators and office rooms and 4 Anviz VF30 devices for the time attendance solutions Topica company successfully supplies and installs Anviz access control products and solutions in Mongolia. In 2015, the company performed complete access control system for the new office building of Trade and Development Bank of Mongolia. Requirements Trade and Development Bank is the major player in the financial and banking markets as well as a ma...

Arithmetica will be previewing suite of SphereVision software designed to view, share and integrate 360 degree imagery and video trails Arithmetica will be showcasing a range of portable video recording and playback systems at the forthcoming Security and Policing 2016 event, 08-10 March, Farnborough, UK. The systems, which include high definition cameras for capturing 360 degree images and video, rugged recorders and easy start software, can be carried in a rucksack, used for...

Pulse Secure new cloud secure solution provides seamless access to SaaS and mission critical data centre applications RSA Conference - Pulse Secure, the leader in secure access solutions, recently announced new solutions to allow enterprises to embrace cloud delivered apps and data in order to increase worker productivity without sacrificing security.  Pulse Secure is taking a simplified approach of providing comprehensive end-to-end solutions to blend secure access to c...

Users can remotely send, revoke and monitor VIZpin electronic keys without the need for expensive onsite hardware The customer Located in the bustling metropolis of Charlotte, N.C., Advent Coworking offers a creative, collaborative work environment for remote employees, allowing individuals to enjoy the same benefits of a traditional office space without the cost and upkeep. With an increasing number of people seeking to achieve a greater work-life balance, the concept of...

Aperio E100 online escutcheons were installed with DDS electronic access control system at new Ashkelon plant As a manufacturer of security, safety and fire doors for commercial markets, Reshafim know what it takes to secure a property. To protect their own new manufacturing site, their choice was Aperio® wireless locks from ASSA ABLOY, integrated with the DDS access control system from Ardan. Around 30 battery-powered Aperio® E100 online escutcheons have been install...

Access Control for data centres Matrix offers a Data Centre solution whereby data racks get secured biometrically with records of every access along with its duration. Only authorised person can get access of specific rack for the stipulated time using biometric verification. Features: Centralised biometric authentication Pre-defined rack access Integration with video Surveillance Rack accessible for a defined time period Benefits: From data centre point of view: Easy maintenance...

The conference looks set to spark a lively debate on the issue of Controlling Risks and Liabilities with Access Control British Security Industry Association (BSIA) is inviting decision makers to a free event exploring Controlling Risks and Liabilities with Access Control. This event is being organised on behalf of the BSIA’s Access and Asset Protection section and will be held on Tuesday 12th April at Villa Park, Brimingham. The theme of this year's event is controllin...

On the Time-Attendance and Access Control front, Matrix will be launching its biometric fingerprint based door controller Matrix to showcase well-engineered Telecom and Security solutions at DEFEXPO 2016, 28th – 31st March, Goa Stand-alone radio and media gateways Matrix, a leading manufacturer of Telecom and Security solutions, is participating in DEFEXPO 2016, Goa. Matrix will showcase its well-engineered telecom and security solutions specifically designed for the d...

Traka L-Series can manage between 10 to 180 keys or keysets and can control who can access, take and return keys Traka, the key and asset management specialist, is helping keep the home of England Rugby secure, ahead of the world cup next year. As part of major refurbishment work in preparation for the games, the RFU has installed Traka key management systems at Twickenham Stadium. Automatic tracking of keys The venue, which is the largest dedicated rugby union stadium in th...

Traka key management ensures all keys and access to plant vehicles are readily available 24/7   Introduction Spanning a site of 192 acres, industrial plant vehicles such as Volvo Shovels, Caterpillar Dumpers and Fork Trucks, which enable the quarry to function effectively, are widely dispersed. All are needed to keep the continuous stream of lorries, up to 150 per day, moving. Transporting in the region of 7,000 tonnes of aggregate daily, Slane is one of the bigges...

The delivery lorries are prevented from being driven away before the dock door is closed and safely secured Konica Minolta is a leading manufacturer of copy, scan and print technologies. Konica Minolta UK specialises in the provision of Multi-Functional, Print Production Devices and Optimised Print Solutions, offering specialist support, advice and consultancy to the commercial, public and governmental sectors. Managing product distribution is a major logistical challenge...