Surveillance & Security News for October 2014

  The latest Aperio® products havebeen integrated into the SchneiderElectric access control product line Global specialist in energy, Schneider Electric has partnered with Access Control, a division of ASSA ABLOY UK, to enhance its Continuum building management system. Access Control’s latest Aperio® wireless cylinders, PINpad escutcheon and L100 – the world’s first complete wireless security lock, have all been integrated into the Schneider...

As Vice President of Marketing, KimLoy will drive strategic marketinginitiatives on a global level  Pelco by Schneider Electric announced the appointment of Kim Loy to the role of Vice President of Marketing for the Pelco Video Line of Business. In this role, Loy will drive strategic marketing initiatives on a global level in support of the company’s continued investment and commitment to its Pelco IP video surveillance solutions. "Kim has a great de...

The BSIA has outlined a numberof changes which are set to affectthe CCTV landscape Rapid development in the field of CCTV standards and regulation has prompted the British Security Industry Association to call for increased engagement by industry practitioners in standards committees and working groups. In a letter to business leaders in the CCTV sector, the BSIA’s Technical Director, Alex Carmichael, outlines a number of forthcoming changes set to a...

Oncam Technologies CEO FirasBashee said there is no better placethan India to launch new technology Oncam, the security division of Oncam Technologies, formally launched its regional office in India at an event held on 14th October at the British High Commissioner's residence in Delhi. The following day, representatives from more than 120 leading businesses, as well as local dignitaries, attended a technology seminar there, which showcased Oncam’s award-winning...

Tufin’s security policy management provides visibility and control over granular security policies Tufin® recently announced general availability of Tufin’s Security Policy Orchestration solution for the VMware NSX™ network virtualisation platform. This first-of-its-kind offering enables security managers to visualise and implement a unified security policy across physical and virtual networks. Tufin’s automated and centralised security policy mana...

The card emulation, in other words the imitation of cards, is now the most interesting mode for access control in particular. Namely because the smartphone can adopt smartcard functions such as Mifare Classic and Mifare DESfire. In other words: a smartphone can open doors in this way. Ready for the NFC smartphone future The new NFC application from SimonsVoss now makes it possible to make this vision reality for a wide range of practical applications: for example, it can furnish the users&rsqu...

SimonsVoss engineers have managed to make the digital locking cylinder 3061 directly network-capable. The function of the WaveNet node has been integrated into the cylinder’s electronic knob, making it possible to communicate wirelessly with a SimonsVoss locking cylinder anywhere in the world using the SimonsVoss software. The functionality of the WaveNet node has been shrunk to the size of a 2 euro coin, making the new network-enabled electronic knob just 2 mm longer. The knob’s sp...

Customers sometimes look at how old or new a company is when having to decide between different security suppliers. But should they? There are several decision-influencing factors in the security industry. Other than the actual technical specifications of the security systems and solutions, there are several other factors people take into consideration such as customer service, technical support offered, product warranties and interoperability, just to name a...

MicroPower Technologies Inc., an award-winning provider of surveillance solutions optimised for rapid, cost-effective deployment, recently announced the availability of remote network surveillance solutions designed for isolated or unmanned facilities, such as those commonly found in the oil and gas, water utility, critical infrastructure and power substations industries. An extension of the company’s solar, wireless surveillance technologies, this platform provides surveillance to si...

PureTech Systems Inc., a leading manufacturer of geospatial video analytic software, recently announced that it has integrated its PureActiv geospatial surveillance solution with General Dynamics Global Imaging Technology's line of VZ-series mid- to long-range cooled electro-optical and infrared (EO/IR) multi-sensor camera systems. The integration enables the camera systems to utilise PureTech's thermal video analytic and long range, map-based PTZ control capabilities. The resulting solution is...

Alarm companies including ADT Security, Advanced Alarm, Complete Security and Fire Safety Systems came out in support of the event TRI-ED Buffalo recently hosted its first annual Classic Car & Motorcycle Show. Over 75 customers attended the event, with 100% of the proceeds going to the Wounded Warrior Project. Local alarm companies including ADT Security, Advanced Alarm, Complete Security and Fire Safety Systems, to name only a few, came out in support of the event. Custom...

The merger of Vicon and IQinVision has been one of the more interesting business developments in the security and video surveillance markets in 2014. Wondering how the merger is working out, I spoke with Eric Fullerton, CEO, Vicon Industries Inc., at the ASIS 2014 show in Atlanta. Here are some of his comments: SS.com: What drew you to Vicon; what opportunity do you see here? Fullerton: The merger of Vicon and IQinVision was announced at the end of Q1, and I thought: What is that? My first rea...

The partnership enhances the MVP program by providing LILIN's product library to D-Tools system integrator users D-Tools Inc., the worldwide leader in system integration software, announced recently that LILIN North America has officially joined the D-Tools Manufacturer Vantage Point (MVP) program. LILIN is a global manufacturer of IP video cameras, recording devices, and software. Now, D-Tools SIX users will be able to utilise immediate, free access to the entire database of...

The partnership brings HID Mobile Access and Trusted Tag Services into the SEAP network HID Global®, a worldwide leader in secure identity solutions, recently announced that it has been named a silver partner in the Samsung® Enterprise Alliance Program (SEAP). The partnership brings the company’s award-winning HID Mobile Access® solution for opening doors using smartphones, and HID Trusted Tag® Services that add trusted identities for everyday objects for...

It has never been easier for a locksmith to get aboard the fastest growing segment of the lock industry. With the new SMARTair™ Genesis program, locksmiths receive a simple, easy-to-install access control system complete with a training package to help them sell, install, and maintain the latest wireless access control system from TESA. “SMARTair™ Genesis complements the locksmith's existing mechanical key business and allows them to enter access control sales without breaking...

Alpro Functional 97 pull handles feature an offset bracket that allows staff keyed access to the premises An ibis hotel and associated retail units in central Manchester are using satin stainless steel finish pull door handles from Alpro. The units are Alpro’s Functional 97 pull handles which are particularly applicable to hotel and leisure applications since their wide diameter (38 mm) makes them suitable for both general users and those who may have an impaired abilit...

SALTO's range of electronic cylinders, locker locks including AElement and new XS4 mini locks will be shown at the event World leaders in advanced wire free, wireless and cloud based access control solutions, SALTO Systems, is all set to exhibit at the Independent Hotel Show, the UK's only event for boutique hotels from Tuesday 21st to Wednesday 22nd October. The access control choice for over 6,000 prestigious boutique, luxury and resort hotels worldwide, in addition to othe...

The partnership allows RTTG to provide its RTV technology platform to CTS’s public safety and commercial customers Real-Time Technology Group (RTTG), an industry-leading provider of secure and hosted Identity Management solutions for secure operations and incident response, is pleased to announce that it has partnered with CTS Consolidated Telecom Services (CTS), a Woman Owned Small Business, to bring RTTG’s award-winning Real-Time Verification™ (RTV) technol...

These half-day seminars will encompass practical information on designing and installing remote monitored CCTV Four of the leading security companies, Axis Communications, Milestone Systems, OPTEX and Raytec are partnering together with two remote monitoring centres, G4S in Dublin, and MITEC in Belfast, to deliver two events on 14th and 16th October aimed at providing best practice on how to deter crime and reduce false alarms. These half-day seminars will encompass advice an...

Samsung’s SNO-6084R bullet, SNV-6084R dome and SND-6084R internal dome cameras have been installed at the studio The very latest Samsung Techwin video surveillance technology is playing a key role in helping create a safe and secure environment for all who work on a site which first opened to the world of film in 1913. Situated in South West London, Twickenham Studios offers a bespoke service to all media, including film and television, and can claim to be the only Londo...

Hikvision, a multiple award-winning innovator of video surveillance products and solutions, now presents a new line of BIM security cameras that can be integrated seamlessly with specifiers’ and engineers’ Autodesk Revit models. This content is available via Autodesk Seek, a leading web service that allows users to find, preview, and download BIM components from a library of over 66,000 items. The finished design is a marriage of value engineering and aesthetic coordination. Securit...

Located throughout Persian Gulf countries is a quickly growing chain of stores known as Ramez Hyper Market. Currently there are 39 individual stores in this region. However, with an aggressive expansion strategy, this total is projected to balloon to 90 total stores within 5 years. Reflecting this is the chain's presence in the country of Bahrain. Currently, this island nation has three relatively new stores that were opened progressively, one shortly after the other. Additionally, the Ramez G...

Sielox LLC announces the Sielox Class™ Crisis Lockdown Alert Status System is now available for any facility. Recent successful deployments in the K-12 market generated significant interest in the application of Sielox Class™ to be adapted for any standalone or campus buildings for business, government, and healthcare. Karen Evans, President & CEO, Sielox LLC said, “Sielox Class™ was based upon the FEMA Red Green lockdown procedure recommended after Columbine so our...

PDQ Manufacturing, a leading US-based producer of architectural door hardware, and ECKey, the market leader in Smartphone Access Control Systems and Bluetooth Readers, recently announced a complete line of VIZpin®-enabled, stand-alone electronic door locks. Planned for Q1 of 2015, several of PDQ’s most popular stand-alone electronic locks will be available in VIZpin-enabled models.  Marketed under PDQ’s Tellcard© brand, the VIZpin technology empowers a line extension o...

The 9th Annual Border Security Expo brings together senior officials and veteran leadership to showcase new technologies Ten top experts in border security make up the 2015 Border Security Expo Advisory Board chaired by Jayson P. Ahern, Principal, The Chertoff Group and former Acting Commissioner, U.S. Customs and Border Protection, it was announced recently. The 9th Annual Border Security Expo, April 21-22, 2015, Phoenix Convention Center, Phoenix, AZ, brings together senior...

The systems are comprised of 3xLOGIC IP and hybrid appliances, cameras and business intelligence software 3xLOGIC, Inc., a leading provider of integrated intelligent security solutions, recently announced the planned nationwide deployment of the company’s VIGIL surveillance systems at over 1,200 Murphy USA convenience store locations. The new systems, currently being rolled out, are comprised of 3xLOGIC IP and hybrid appliances, cameras and business intelligence software...

STANLEY Security's Grant Program will provide the opportunity to enhance safety and security across the country STANLEY Security, a leading global manufacturer and integrator of comprehensive security solutions for a wide range of industries, announces this year’s TOGETHER FOR SAFER SCHOOLS Grant Program, now open to the higher education market. In its second year, the STANLEY Security TOGETHER FOR SAFER SCHOOLS Grant Program will provide the opportunity to enhance safe...

The assembly saw debates on pan-European issues, regulatory provisions and best practice More than a hundred security experts from across Europe gathered in London to celebrate the 25th anniversary of the CoESS General Assembly, hosted by the British Security Industry Association (BSIA). CoESS - the Confederation of European Security Services - is the Brussels-based European trade association for all national private security trade associations across the continent, of wh...

The Q19131-E thermal network cameras are equipped with VTrack intrusion video analysis software Mission The new photovoltaic solar park at Castello d’Argile (Bologna), with an overall power output of two megawatts, produces electricity that is then fed into the national electricity grid. Located in the open countryside and with practically no lighting, the solar park needed an intrusion detection system that ensured precise and effective control of the entire perimeter,...

TDSi's EXgarde access control software and VUgarde video monitoring system will be shown at the event Integrated security solutions manufacturer TDSi will be showcasing its latest range of solutions to visitors at the Norbain Roadshow (North), which is being held at Crewe Hall in Cheshire on Tuesday 14th October. Visitors will be shown how the powerful combination of the company’s EXgarde access control software and VUgarde video monitoring system can work together as a...