Surveillance & Security News for October 2014

With the FO400A window handle lock, security specialist ABUS adds a VdS-approved lock with integrated alarm to its range. These products bridge the gap between purely mechanical locks and locks which can be integrated into alarm systems. This window lock has two functions: while the lock provides effective mechanical resistance against intruders, the 110 dBA signal from the integrated alarm function scares away potential intruders. Intruder-resistant locks form the basis for effective window lo...

Lexington One deployed a total of 1,200 cameras including Q25, D15, D25 and M25 models Lexington School District One serves more than 24,000 students from pre-kindergarten to grade 12. With more than 3,550 employees, the district occupies 48 percent of the Lexington County’s 750 square miles and is one of the county’s major employers. During the past 10 years, Lexington One has grown by an average of 513 new students per year, and the district remains one of the fa...

Enterprise MCMS offers support for operators and system resources located anywhere in the world with 24/7 reliability RGB Spectrum, an industry leader in control room solutions, recently demonstrated the capabilities of Enterprise MCMS, a control room management system that extends monitoring and control around the globe, at ASIS International 2014 (Booth #3365). Building on the features of its MultiPoint® Control Room Management System (MCMS), RGB Spectrum’s new En...

RGB Spectrum demonstrated its Galileo Display Processor video wall system at the event RGB Spectrum recently demonstrated a range of control room solutions, including its award-winning Galileo Display Processor, a powerful and economical video wall system designed around a PC-based architecture, at ASIS International, Booth #3365. RGB Spectrum is recognised in the security industry for its hardware-based control room systems, which use video to seamlessly link disparate syste...

The Ocularis PSIM allows APD to access surveillance cameras at the schools for improved situational awareness On-Net Surveillance Systems, Inc. (OnSSI) announces that the Atlanta Public School System has implemented OnSSI’s Ocularis video-centric PSIM (physical security information management), enabling the Atlanta Police Department (APD) to access surveillance cameras at the schools for improved situational awareness in the event of an incident or emergency. The highly-...

Simple look, powerful performance: the new hemispheric IP dome from ABUS can swivel, incline and zoom without mechanical camera movements – at up to 6 MPx resolution. 360° and 180° panoramic views are also possible. Sometimes one eye sees more than two: if required, the new hemispheric IP dome from ABUS, available as an indoor and outdoor model, can permanently provide a 360° or 2 x 180° view of everything that moves in its vicinity. Thanks to the up to 6 MPx resolution @...

ABUS offers a complete range of sophisticated HD-SDI products from a single source Sharp video surveillance images in HD quality at full frame rates, transmitted uncompressed via conventional coaxial cable – that is what HD-SDI stands for. ABUS offers a complete range of sophisticated HD-SDI products from a single source: HD-SDI video surveillance cameras, HD-SDI video surveillance recorders, and accessories. At the 2014 Security Essen trade fair, ABUS will be presenting...

ABUS presents digital wireless monitoring set, WLAN pan/tilt camera & app, WLAN outdoor camera & app and NVR ABUS's clever new video surveillance products have been developed with maximum installation and user friendliness in mind. At Security Essen 2014, ABUS will be presenting four new products for regular and online trading which users themselves can put into operation: the digital wireless monitoring set, the WLAN pan/tilt camera & app, the WLAN day & night...

Every employee wants a safe, secure place of work. But the idea of 'job security' does not just mean a secure position, but also that the workplace itself is literally safe and secure, protected from hazards and free of injury and health risks. Legal regulations on occupational health and safety are placing increasingly higher demands on companies involved in industrial production. In this growing market segment, ABUS is now offering an extensive range of 'lockout' (maintenance protection) and '...

With the new Aperio® L100 lock with PIN code, ASSA ABLOY brings another innovation to the Aperio® range. The battery-powered Aperio® L100 lock offers optimum physical protection, transmits door status information to the access control system, and provides multi-level authentication — and like the rest of the Aperio® range, it does it all without the need for any wires. The new wireless Aperio® L100 lock offers a unique, easy way to extend any access control system to i...

This campaign seizes upon the positive response to the locking system that ABUS received from its specialist dealer partners Exactly two years ago, ABUS Pfaffenhain presented a new generation of locking systems at the 2012 Security Essen trade fair in the form of the Bravus system. Since then, ABUS has successfully placed this high-quality reversible key system on the market. There is a great demand for the new system both amongst specialist dealers and amongst users. In order...

One design, five types, nine models, and unlimited potential applications: the new IP camera range from ABUS is celebrating its world premiere at the Security Essen 2014 trade fair in Essen. The German quality manufacturer is thereby coming forward with a completely new IP video line-up for 2015. When it comes to obtaining optimal results in video surveillance, the constant flow of new megapixel solutions from the sector often miss the point, according to intensive market obs...

The new Secvest wireless alarm system is an even more advanced version of Secvest 2WAY, which has enjoyed several years of success. Like its predecessor, it offers reliable protection against intrusion, fire, flooding and emergencies. But this model goes one better, offering remote access through a web server, thus making configuration, installation and maintenance even easier for the installer. The Secvest app allows the user to operate their alarm system remotely from anywhere in the world and...

With the ABUS FOS550A window bar lock, the security specialist presents the latest version of its patented and tried-and-tested lock for windows and French doors with enhanced functions. The combination of reliable and tried-and-tested mechanical lock and an integrated alarm function provides optimal protection from intrusions: while the bolt provides over one tonne of mechanical pressure resistance, the intruder is scared away by the loud alarm. The ABUS FOS550A window bar lock is a product fo...

Fire prevention is an important safety precaution that can save lives. It is not for nothing that the use of smoke detectors in private homes has become a legal requirement in thirteen of Germany's sixteen federal states. With the ABUS RWM300 model, the security specialist ABUS combines smoke and heat detection in one modern stand-alone device. The smoke/heat detector is suitable for all rooms, even the kitchen. Another benefit: the integrated battery lasts 12 years and provides long-lasting saf...

Developed for high requirements for window handles designed and approved for use in elements under resistance classes 1 to 6 as per EN 1627, ABUS presents the new generation of lockable window handles, the ABUS FG300. Fitted with an especially low-wear four-ball detent mechanism, a screwed solid axle and the class 2 inspection certificate as per DIN 18267, it is the ideal window handle for the retrofitting and also initial fitting of intrusion-preventing window elements. With the ABUS FG300, th...

Statistics show that smoke alarm devices save lives. Seventy percent of fires occur at home during the night. Of the victims, 95% die from smoke inhalation and rarely ever from the fire itself. The newest smoke alarm device model from the security specialist ABUS provides the optimal solution for a networked and secure alarm in the event of a fire: the ABUS RWM500 wireless smoke/heat detector. It has an increased wireless range based on intelligent technology and two permanently integrated batte...

Tamron Co., Ltd., Saitama, Japan, a specialised manufacturer of optics and one of the leading companies in the security/surveillance equipment industry, announces the development of a derivative lens model from the existing high-performance LWIR 35-105mm F/1.0 zoom lens with built in VC (Vibration Compensation: optical image stabilisation system). Now, featuring a standard screw-in mount (M34, P0.5) enhancing its versatility in system integration by offering flexibility in communication protocol...

This year’s applicants have been judged by a distinguished jury panel from a range of disciplines from the CBRNe community In cooperation with CBNW magazine, IB Consultancy is proud to announce the nominees of the Second Edition of the NCT CBRNe Awards. The Awards are a unique opportunity to reward companies and organisations that have made an outstanding contribution to the CBRNe end-user Community by offering great solutions, excellent products and meaningful innovatio...

Milestone Arcus partners offer variability in hardware form factors, functionalities, design, availability and price ports Milestone Systems, the open platform company in IP video management software (VMS), is announcing the next step for open platform technology driving innovation through embedded solutions. Milestone Arcus™ is a video surveillance platform designed for low-complexity, low-cost deployments, uniquely customised for the selected hardware devices of Miles...

A very special highlight is the new product line SmartIntego, which it will be presenting for the very first time Once again SimonsVoss Technologies GmbH will be represented at this year's world's largest trade fair Security Essen in Hall 11, Stand 404. From 23 to 26 September, the manufacturer of digital locking and access control systems will be presenting a series of product innovations from its digital System 3060. On its 450 m2 stand, SimonsVoss will demonstrate to the f...

In his new role, Hanley will be responsible for managing and overseeing OnSSI’s North American sales OnSSI announced that Matt Hanley will join the company as Director of Sales for North America, effective September 22. Hanley brings more than 27 years of industry experience focused primarily on large-scale video and access control integrated solutions. “Matt’s expertise and success in the integrated solutions market will help OnSSI expand the reach of our f...

Lumidigm will be demonstrating its solutions in Booth #16 during the conference Lumidigm®, part of HID Global®, recently announced it will be showcasing fingerprint technology at the FELEBAN CELAES 2014 Bank Security Conference here that has been deployed at five out of the top six banks in Brazil and continues to fuel growing adoption of biometric authentication throughout Latin America.  The company will be demonstrating its solutions in Booth #16 during the con...

Matrix will also showcase the entire range of time-attendance and access control solutions at the event Matrix a leading manufacturer of enterprise security and telecom solutions is participating in the 17th International Security Expo, New Delhi. Here, Matrix will showcase its complete portfolio of security products encompassing range of Access Control and Time-Attendance Solutions and Video Surveillance Solutions. At this event Matrix will showcase a new range of COSEC VEGA...

Idesco to offer versatile RFID products and solutions, anticipating industry trends toward enhanced cost-effectiveness We’ve recently been working closely with our customers in Germany, in nearby German speaking countries and in Poland, providing local support and customer service through our sister companies, Unitronic AG (Düsseldorf) and Acte Sp. z o.o., (Warsaw). Together, we’re proud to offer some of the world’s most cutting-edge, versatile RFID...

Carbon monoxide is the most underestimated danger inside the home. Many people have already lost their lives or been severely poisoned by this odourless yet fatal gas. The risk of carbon monoxide poisoning exists throughout the year in any part of the home environment where a combustion device is present (such as a fireplace or gas heater). ABUS has specially developed an alarm for analysing the carbon monoxide content in the home, which immediately signals when the CO concentration in the room...

With the ABUS KeySafe, the security specialist provides a professional, high-quality solution for keeping keys safe and managing them easily. The stable cylinder safe is installed in the wall and ensures a high level of security as well as easy management when keys are handed over. For ambulance services, commercial security, fire-fighting services – anywhere where keys needs to be available for multiple people at the same time, the ABUS KeySafe makes managing keys secure, simple and fast...

Marco has skilled experience in sales, having worked as area manager in nautical industry and industrial machines field Marco Dall'Igna has been appointed as new Country Manager for Benelux, Baltics, Russia and ex CSI countries. Marco has a skilled experience in the sales, having worked for 15 years as area manager in the nautical industry, automotive and industrial machines field, working directly with distributors in North Europe, East Europe and Australia. Marco Dall'Igna...

Smiths’ IONSCAN 600 is the next generation portable desktop explosives detector for use in global aviation and infrastructure security Smiths Detection will unveil the IONSCAN 600, its next generation portable desktop explosives trace detector for use in global aviation and infrastructure security, at the ASIS International 60th Annual Seminar and Exhibits on Tuesday, September 30th at 10:00 AM during a press conference. The IONSCAN 600’s simplified software, cost...

Xtralis have established a reputation for reliably protecting life, property and business continuity without compromise Xtralis revolutionised very early warning smoke detection with VESDA aspirating smoke detection (ASD) technology. As the pioneer of ASD with more than 25 years of experience, we have established a reputation for reliably protecting life, property and business continuity without compromise. Our current training courses include: Sales/Design - Day 1 An in...