Surveillance & Security News for October 2013

HID is showcasing its government-to-citizen ID solutions as part of the exhibition HID Global, a worldwide leader in secure identity solutions, recently announced it will be showcasing its government ID solutions at the International Civil Aviation Organization’s (ICAO) Ninth Symposium and Exhibition on Machine Readable Travel Documents (MRTDs), Biometrics and Border Security.  As a sponsor of this year’s symposium, Rob Haslam, vice president of Government ID...

Hytera digital radios ensured timely communication between the event management & security team  October 17th – 20th, 2013, the 15th edition of Venetian Macau Open 2013 took place at the Macau Golf & Country Club which was sanctioned by Asian Tour and Golf Association of Macau. Venetian Macau Open is the men’s professional golf tournament hold at Macau, the tournament has become one of the most important championships on the Asian Tour calendar. 144 to...

aptiQmobile will be available on Android NFC-enabled phones regardless of choice of carriers Organisations wanting to utilise Near Field Communications- (NFC-) enabled smartphones as their access control credentials for employees and students will be able to begin the transition through the use of aptiQmobile technology. Ingersoll Rand will be adding exclusive technologies that enable a secure peer-to-peer (P2P) NFC mode, letting organisations begin providing the convenien...

OnSSI will also host several technology partners in their booth to showcase an array of integrated solutions OnSSI is showcasing innovative technologies that drive breakthrough PSIM and VMS solutions for mobile and web access, partner integrations and intelligent functionality at this year’s Security Canada Central trade show (booth #417). Featured products include OnSSI’s Mobile and Web Clients and the recently introduced Ocularis LS. Built for mobility with...

IRIS certification for passenger information and communication systems is the most stringent international standards Moxa has joined an elite group of companies worldwide to achieve International Railway Industry Standard (IRIS) certification for passenger information and communication systems. The certification was awarded to Moxa's Design and Engineering headquarters in Taiwan following a recent audit by the AFNOR Group. The IRIS certification for passenger information and...

Image Sensing Systems offers its expertise and influence to help decision-makers work together Shrinking city resources. Growing crime rates. Increased security and parking needs. Jamming traffic. The future of our cities seems destined to be inadequately prepared to meet such challenges. Until you learn that Image Sensing Systems, Inc. a global leader in above-ground technology solutions, is dedicating significant resources to its "CitySync" initiative to improve saf...

Schneider Electric recently announced the launch of Pelco™ Infrared and White Light LED Illumination products for security camera installations. These new products provide energy efficient, targeted discreet or deterrent lighting for video security. In addition, this efficient lighting extends the effectiveness of megapixel IP cameras for evening and night use and help security camera installations comply with light pollution restrictions. Security cameras need a sufficient amount of ligh...

Samsung Techwin has further strengthened its product range with the addition of a 360-degree high definition camera. The SNF-7010 360-degree 3 megapixel camera provides users with the option of selecting from a number of display options including 360-degree fisheye, single and double panorama, quad, rectangle or user selectable region. “360-degree cameras are increasingly being specified for projects where there is a requirement to monitor activity 24/7 in environments such as banks, off...

What: Honeywell Security Group introduces new mobile apps for its popular LYNX Touch 5100 self-contained security system: The new L5100 Connect iOS app allows homeowners to control the system anywhere on premises within their Wi-Fi coverage areas on iPhone®, iPad® or iPod touch®. The app provides local control of the security system, and if so equipped, control of Z-Wave® enabled lights, locks, thermostats and more. This approach helps homeowners save money on energy and util...

“Before students start studying at Vestfold University College, they import their personal details via our website, which is then transported to the student database and imported into AEOS. On their very first day of college, students can step into our new photobox to log on to their personal account and take a picture. This picture will be saved with their personal details into the student database linked to AEOS. Printing the card for the new student is all there’s left to do for t...

The online event includes full access to SANS CyberTalent Assessment tool for assessing skill levels of job applicants The SANS Institute will be running a Virtual Careers Fair over 29th & 30th of November aimed at connecting organisations and recruiters from across the UK to a vast pool of fully validated InfoSec professionals. The online event includes full access to SANS CyberTalent Assessments, a web-based skill evaluation tool to help rapidly and accurately assess the...

Sukhi Ghuman will be working with his business networks in the UK and USA to increase Scancom’s market share Sukhi Ghuman, the multi-award-winning entrepreneur and founder of leading security provider Octavian Security, has been appointed as a Director of mobile telecommunications provider Scancom. After working closely with Octavian over the past five years, the Scancom board approached Sukhi for the position. His role will be to develop new business links and to open...

TB Forum 2014 represents the regional security, fire protection industries, and access control systems Transport security systems and technologies at modern airports, undergrounds, and railways have changed cardinally over the years. Recently transport departments and organisations are increasingly turning to new technology to ensure security of passengers and vehicles and to create an intelligent environment that allows easier access to information and enables portability...

www.effeffuk.com displays eff-eff's range of electric strikes, electric bolts, the Mediator range and more Assa Abloy UK have launched a new website for the world renowned electric strike range eff-eff which provides high security strike technology for a wide range of access control systems. www.effeffuk.com displays eff-eff's range of electric strikes, electric bolts, the Mediator range and more. eff-eff strikes ideally suited for glass doors The 934U Series of electric str...

TDSi appoints Stephanie Herridget, Amanda Wright, and Hannah Collins as its new Apprentices Integrated security manufacturer TDSi has demonstrated its commitment to training by appointing new Apprentices Stephanie Herridge, to its Finance Department, Amanda Wright to its Product Development team and Hannah Collins to assist with Operations. The recruitment of Stephanie (who will be studying for AAT in Accountancy), Amanda (HND in Mechanical Engineering), and Hannah is a key p...

ComNet, Communication Networks of Danbury, Connecticut, a USA-based manufacturer of fiber optic transmission and networking equipment, is introducing a unique SFP (Small Form Factor Pluggable) device that can be used in any Ethernet device, and can extends distances over COAX or UTP cables to 3000 ft. The ComNet SFP-CL can be used in any Ethernet device that uses MSA-compliant SFPs for connectivity. Two different models are being announced, a 10Mbps and 100MBPS model. These SFP modules can be co...

U.S. Veterans Magazine's 2013 Best of the Best Lists were compiled from multiple sources AlliedBarton Security Services, the industry's premier provider of highly trained security personnel, is proud to be featured as a top veteran-friendly company by U.S. Veterans Magazine. The results were announced in the magazine's 2013 "Best of the Best" list which recognizes companies committed to hiring military veterans. "Being cited as a top veteran-friendly company is a true honour...

Bosch Security Systems has released two new communication modules for its intrusion and fire control panels. The B441 Conettix Plug-in Cellular Communicator for the B Series Control Panels enables secure two-way IP communication over the Verizon CDMA cellular network. This capability provides superior coverage and reliability for alarm reporting, remote programming, SMS notifications, and more. The Conettix B450 Plug-in Communicator Interface enables the use of plug-in cellular communicators f...

KeyWatcher key system is used by the casinos’ security departments to track keys needed throughout the facilities Casino managers, like managers in any other market, leave nothing to chance when it comes to the operation of the business. To protect the bottom line and guard against fraud, they rely on established practices and procedures and industry favoured technology such as Morse Watchmans key control and management systems. At sister properties Casino Arizona and T...

Anthem Memory Care addresses the needs of seniors afflicted by Alzheimer’s and dementia Brivo Systems LLC, leader in cloud applications for security management, recently announced that Anthem Memory Care has standardised on the Brivo OnAirv hosted cloud-based access controland video surveillance management solution for their future new care facilities. Key-Rite Security of Denver, Colorado is the dealer and installer for this project. In the United States today, a...

RITE Touch is perfect for indoor applications, combining elegant aesthetics with latest touch screen technology Adams Rite, an ASSA ABLOY Group company, is debuting the brand new RITE Touch digital glass door lock at ASIS 2013, offering a new elegance to keyless access solutions for glass openings. “The RITE Touch is our very first digital lock specifically designed and crafted for glass door applications,” said Michael Webb, Vice President of New Product Developm...

An enhanced version of the Samsung iPOLiS MOBILE app for use on iPhone and Android smartphones has been launched. New features have been included in iPOLiS mobile version 2.3 to provide improved access to Samsung cameras and DVRs. Version 2.3 of the free app, which can be downloaded from iTunes and the Android market, allows users to remotely control the pan, tilt and zoom functions of many of Samsung network cameras via an easy-to-use interface and is also compatible with the Samsung SRD serie...

Elegant appearance, dull polishing, Acrylic lens cover and black colour make this unit unique and fashionable. 4 channels 720P Mega Pixel IP Cameras. Support Onvif 2.0 protocol, Can connect third party IP cameras (for example: AXIS, Bosch, Panasonic, SANYO, SONY, Hikvision, Dahua, Topsee, etc.); Free software with each NVR for front small-scale IPC management, Professional client point centralise the management for multi-NVR realise the middle-scale network system management and mix. With manu...

STANLEY Assure from STANLEY Security Solutions, a market leader in electronic security across Europe, is the latest finance solution for customers wishing to benefit from up to date security technology without the risks of ownership and with evenly spread, manageable payment terms. STANLEY Assure forms part of the STANLEY Security Partnership Programme, providing customers with access to the latest security product with an optional tailored service and / or monitoring package, all with one agre...

LILIN provided over 30 HD IP iMEGAPRO models including the IPD2322ESX3.6 flush mount domes LILIN USA teamed up with Clark Security Products, Dave Clark Construction, Alpha Electric, and Tom Bell Chevrolet to complete the largest renovation of any existing Chevrolet dealership to date. Challenge & solution The primary goal of Tom Bell Chevrolet was to retain redundancy with the video backup in the case of a hard drive failure. To resolve this issue, LILIN provided a 36-ch...

Axis cameras allowed for building a complex geographically-distributed video surveillance system Mission The Administration of Poltavsky GOK was assigned the task of strengthening enterprise operations control. In order to prevent fraud as well as to follow the safety rules and increase in labour discipline, a decision for the installation of a modern video surveillance system was taken. Solution In the beginning of the project, the customer tested several Axis cameras in n...

Hikvision’s iVMS-4200 Client Software allows connections to all of its hardware with the rural sites Türk Telekom Group is Turkey's world-class, integrated telecommunication and technology services leader that offers its Turkish customers a complete range of fixed line, mobile, data, and internet services. Türk Telekom, as well, is Turkey’s only integrated telecommunications service provider that owns the nation's conglomerate of leading regional communi...

The CCTV solution includes HD monitor to which IP cameras are directly connected via HDMI outputs As a society, Germany has a well-earned reputation for quality. When German scholars study a subject, they explore every academic option. When German businesses offer a service, they do so with a total commitment and a concern that every aspect be of the highest possible quality. Case in point, when the German giant, DM Drugstores, decided to upgrade their existing CCTV solution...

SALTO GEO (Global Electronic Opening) cylinder was selected to be installed at the college The customer St Paul's College in Sydney, Australia, is an all-male Anglican residential college and affiliated with the University of Sydney. Founded in 1856, it is Australia's oldest university college and has nearly 200 residents, of whom about 150 are undergraduates; with the remainder being graduates undertaking further study or holding university positions. The college has a subs...

Viewers around the globe witnessed a group of youths bending a previously vandalised bike-rack back into position Last month in Boston, Lincolnshire, the myth surrounding the idea that CCTV is used only as a deterrent to stop crime was well and truly exploded. On prime-time television, viewers around the globe witnessed a group of youths bending a previously vandalised bike-rack back into position, with CCTV images broadcasting the whole incident with crystal-clear quality. U...