Surveillance & Security News for May 2013

Traka has been a Lenel OAAP partner since 2009 and offers key management compatibility with OnGuard Traka USA, a leading developer of intelligent key and asset management solutions around the world, and Lenel Systems International Inc., a market leader in integrated access and video software solutions, announced an agreement to offer Traka USA Key Management Solutions to Lenel’s North America and Latin America customers through Lenel’s Value Added Resellers (VAR)....

ISD will offer the robust and streamlined Milestone Arcus VMS embedded in its edge devices Milestone Systems, the open platform company for IP video management software (VMS), has signed Innovative Security Designs (ISD) as the first camera partner who will offer the robust and streamlined Milestone Arcus VMS embedded in their edge devices. With this collaboration, Milestone and ISD mark a new era of edge storage solutions. By redefining the role of a camera, Milestone Arcus...

System 5 accreditation is awarded to manufacturers that have rigorous quality control and production procedures Texecom, the award-winning UK manufacturer of electronic security products, has achieved System 5 Certalarm accreditation from Intertek. ISO67 System 5 accreditation is only awarded to manufacturers that have rigorous and extensive quality control and production procedures. This ensures that all products manufactured are identical in design, performance and construc...

Mr. Haslam will be responsible for worldwide expansion of the company’s government-to-citizen ID business HID Global, a worldwide leader in secure identity solutions, recently announced that Rob Haslam has joined the company as vice president of Government ID Solutions. In his new role, Mr. Haslam is responsible for the strategic development and worldwide expansion of the company’s government-to-citizen ID business. This includes extending HID Global’s reach...

Grandstream Networks, the leading manufacturer of IP voice/video telephony and video surveillance solutions, and Intelligent Security Systems (ISS), a leading Video Management System (VMS) and video analytic software vendor, recently announced that testing and certification of Grandstream’s GXV IP Surveillance Cameras are interoperable with ISS’ suite of video management and image analytics software. ISS business customers can confidently use Grandstream’s GXV IP Surveillance C...

The program provides partners with dedicated resources to ensure support of Bosch video products Bosch Security Systems, Inc. is moving to a whole new level of interoperability with the launch of its Integration Partner Program. The program provides partners with powerful development tools and dedicated resources to ensure support of Bosch video products within third-party solutions. A new web portal and solution advisor also helps integrators identify the compatible software...

Quantum Secure’s SAFE solution manages and streamlines security identities, compliance and events Electrosoft Services, Inc., a small business located in Reston, Virginia, is proud to announce it has been awarded a contract by the Department of Veterans Affairs to implement their Enterprise Physical Access Control System (ePACS). As an enterprise implementation, ePACS is targeted for deployment across VA’s worldwide facilities. The solution is based on the SAFE sof...

Moxa, a provider of hardened networking, communication and computing solutions, has introduced proprietary concurrent dual-radio technology that ensures zero wireless packet loss in industrial WLAN applications, eliminating problems such as video frame skips, screen freezes and dropouts in safety-critical and real-time wireless applications. "The unpredictability of radio interference has long been a deterring factor for industrial operators wanting to deploy wireless connectivity," explained Ar...

IQinVision’s IQeye cameras are located anywhere students tend to congregate IQinVision (www.iqeye.com), market leader in high-performance HD megapixel IP cameras, recently announced that Chillicothe High School, in north-central Missouri, has deployed IQinVision HD megapixel cameras as part of their new IP video surveillance system. SMC is the designer of this system. When Dan Nagel, Assistant Principal and Athletic Director, assumed his position two years ago, his many...

The EBL512 G3 and EBL128 are designed to overcome system faults through a combination of both intelligent control units and detectors Panasonic System Communications Company Europe (PSCEU) is pleased to announce the addition of the EBL512 G3 and EBL128 systems for fire protection to the Professional Camera Solutions business unit. Over 30 years of experience and designed to accommodate both large and stand alone system requirements, the EBL512 G3 is able to connect 30,600 devi...

Arredondo will be giving a presentation on “EMV and Mobile: A Case Study Convergence” on June 6th Datacard Group, the world leader in secure ID and card personalisation solutions, recently announced that Alyssa Arredondo, senior marketing manager for Datacard Group, will be speaking at the International Card Manufacturers Association (ICMA) 2013 Expo taking place June 4-7, 2013 in Washington, D.C. The 2013 ICMA EXPO will feature a variety of presentations from dif...

Holly Tsourides brings more than 15 years of executive management and sales experience Matrix Systems, an access control and security solutions provider with a reputation built on service and long-term customer relationships, has appointed Holly Tsourides as its new Chief Executive Officer to lead the company into its next phase of development and growth. “As our new CEO, Holly Tsourides is a significant addition to our executive leadership team,” said James Young...

Duane Paulson will participate in the session "Competing for the Connected Home: What Channel Will Win?" Linear LLC, a leader in residential and commercial access control, security, and health and wellness solutions, announced recently that Duane Paulson, senior vice president of product and market development, will be participating as a speaker at the upcoming CONNECTIONS Conference, co-located at CTIA, May 20-May 23 in Las Vegas. Mr. Paulson will participate in the session "...

Warren Associates represents Middle Atlantic for the Security Market in some regions of the United States Middle Atlantic Products presented Warren Associates with the Security Sales Representative of the Year Award at a sales meeting prior to ISC West 2013 in Las Vegas. Asked to comment, Middle Atlantic Regional Sales Director Whitt Adams said, “Warren Associates worked very hard on our ViewPoint furniture line last year and were rewarded with several large opportuniti...

IRAP support will be used to further the development of Viscount's Freedom access control platform IRAP support will be used to further the development of Viscount's Freedom access control platform and to expand system capabilities to a number of key areas, including mobile devices, enhancing the Freedom Microsoft Active Directory platform, preparing for U.S. Government full FICAM compliance, and enhanced encryption. "We are very pleased to have the support of the Industrial...

ACT units cover 60 doors and the equipment works with intruder alarms, CCTV and perimeter intrusion French retail chain Hyper U is using an access control solution from ACT at one of its largest stores, a 20,000-square-metre property with 200 full-time personnel at the western town of Savenay in the Loire Estuary. The integrator is 2ACOM who have installed the equipment in two phases after the end-user found the ACT solution to be robust, reliable and with the functionality n...

The integrated solution comprised of over 200 Axis cameras, and automated number plate recognition systems of Security Center The National Exhibition Centre (NEC), the UK’s largest and Europe’s busiest exhibition centre has chosen Axis cameras and Genetec’s unified security platform, Security Center, to help it improve the effectiveness of its security and traffic teams, ensuring it becomes the UK’s venue of choice. The venue is located on a 610-acre s...

Panasonic’s team demonstrated how BIVS can be applied across the verticals of retail, baking, transport and logistics Panasonic System Communications Company Europe (PSCEU) is a single business operation, comprised of twelve business-to-business product and project management areas consolidated within the business units of communications, visual system, professional camera and computer product solutions. Within its professional camera solutions is Panasonic’s secu...

HID Global highlighted its latest iCLASS SE platform solution for credential encoding HID Global, a worldwide leader in secure identity solutions, presented its solutions for secure access control together with parent company ASSA ABLOY, under the Motto “Access your world” at IFSEC Birmingham. Jointly presenting their solutions for the third consecutive year, this presence incorporated the combined power of award-winning technology from HID Global, ASSA ABLOY,...

Keith Bloodworth, CEO of CNL Software, discussed the trends that are driving the uptake of PSIM technology  CNL Software, a world leader in Physical Security Information Management (PSIM) software, led several key sessions on subjects including the future of PSIM, the role of PSIM within Safe City frameworks and innovation within physical security. Learning lessons from the London Olympics, regional activities such as presidential debates and celebratory events through t...

The magnetic alarm contact and the PIR curtain detector are part of Elpas’ growing portfolio of Active RFID Transmitters Elpas, part of the Security Products business unit of Tyco, will show two new Wireless Intrusion Detectors designed for native integration with Location-Based Tracking Solutions at the IFSEC International Exhibition(Booth 5/D10 & 5/E10, Hall 5), 13-16 May, 2013. The Magnetic Alarm Contact provides wireless perimeter protection for doors and window...

Panasonic Video Intercom features 5 inch wide LCD monitor display and wireless 2.2 inch monitor Panasonic System Communications Company Europe (PSCEU) is pleased to announce the new Panasonic Video Intercom featuring a legible and easy-to-use 5 inch wide LCD monitor display and wireless 2.2 inch monitor, offering on-the-move visitor monitoring. The luxury metallic Door station with LED light integrates 170º horizontal by 110º vertical wide-angle view camera which de...

Over 38 percent of people feel safe in areas where they know CCTV is being used The presence of CCTV in the UK makes people feel safe, but the images captured by today’s cameras are grainy and pixelated, causing difficultly with suspect identification. As a result, 72 percent of the public would feel more secure if Britain’s streets had high-definition (HD) CCTV in place rather than standard CCTV systems so that clearer pictures could be obtained. The findings in...

Wavestore will also showcase its Mobile app which allows users to view live images of their security and surveillance network Wavestore are looking forward to enjoying similar success at IFSEC 2013 where a warm Wavestore welcome awaits you on stand E72, Hall 4 which takes place on 13th-16th May 2013 at the NEC Birmingham. Wavestore are keeping many of their latest features under wraps until IFSEC begins, but on show for the first time will be their Video Analyti...

Despite the current predominant trend towards IP for high-definition, analogue systems are not obsolete. As such, high-definition analogue systems have seen a progression from 540TVL to 600TVL, then 600TVL to 650TVL, and now even 700TVL. In respect of this, Hikvision never stops to seek the most innovative solutions on the market – as the new 720TVL PICADIS analogue series of cameras prove. Featuring a new concept called PICADIS, the Hikvision 720TVL analogue cameras are designed as a &ld...

Anthony Pearlgood, Chairman of BSIA’s Information Destruction Section, will be showing the section’s first official promotional video The British Security Industry Association’s (BSIA) Information Destruction Section is pleased to announce the official line up of its annual Information Destruction Conference and Exhibition. The popular event is due to take place on Wednesday 5th June at the National Motorcycle Museum in Birmingham and boasts an exciting line...

Security Technology Live will take place at the NEC, Birmingham in 2014 A poll produced by the organisers of Security Technology Live is currently showing that 85% of attendees to IFSEC recently (Monday 13 May) agree that the NEC, Birmingham is the best venue for a security exhibition. The poll, which will run until the end of the week, asked for attendees to agree or disagree with the statement that the NEC, Birmingham, is the best venue for a security event. With 16000 car...

Roadstone uses Traka’s iFobs to lock into ports within a Traka key management cabinet Traka continued its commitment to providing access management and control of plant vehicles with the installation of its key management systems for the Roadstone, Slane Quarry. As an industry leader in rock excavation and aggregate production, Roadstone provides substantial support for numerous road and house construction projects annually. With health and safety compliance, along with...

Programme participants will develop a strategic understanding of the role of security management WHO: ASIS International IE Business School WHAT: Effective Management for Security Professionals ASIS International and Madrid-based IE Business School, one of Europe’s leading business schools, will deliver Effective Management for Security Professionals. This four-day executive education programme has been customised to introduce mid-to-senior level security practition...

Xtralis demonstrates its Intelligent ADPRO PRO Passive Infrared Detector and VESDA ECO-EX Gas Detector at IFSEC 2013 Xtralis, the leading global provider of powerful solutions for the early & reliable detection & remote visual verification for the prevention of fire, gas and intrusion threats, will exhibit at both the IFSEC International and FIREX International exhibitions, from 13-16 May 2013 at the NEC Birmingham. Celebrating its 40th year, IFSEC International is the...