Surveillance & Security News for October 2015

Burger King saw enhanced productivity with accurate attendance calculation using matrix centralised solution Project highlights Burger King, the second largest fast food hamburger chain in the world, has around 150+ outlets all over India. The popular food chain faced challenges in terms of accurate attendance tracking of employees with no fixed shift timings at nearly 30 locations in Mumbai. Matrix provided them with a web based time-attendance solution that helped them over...

At the event, products from both international and local professional lock manufacturers will be showcased According to the investigation of China Lock Magazine, the importance of Chinese lock industry can’t be ignored now. Chinese lock industry has won 68 billion Yuan in 2014, becoming a large lock producer with the output up to 14 billion Yuan. The rise of the real estate in recent years has made China a big country of locks both in consumption and manufacturing. The...

Samsung enable signal times to be adjusted in real-time in order to minimise traffic congestion Izmir, the third most populous city in Turkey with a population in the region of 2.9m people, has deployed Samsung cameras in support of a Full Adaptive Traffic Management system. The Full Adaptive Traffic Management system provides real-time integrated traffic management as a means of reducing traffic jams and increasing road safety. Samsung PTZ domes installed at key locatio...

The site includes extensive product information to help customers understand complete range of Symmetry security solutions AMAG Technology invites visitors to explore its newly designed website. Created with the user experience in mind, the newly rebranded website design aligns with parent company G4S, and has been designed to provide the ultimate user-friendly experience with improved navigation and functionality throughout, allowing customers to access detailed product infor...

The Imaging Source, an international manufacturer of machine vision cameras, has just announced the immediate availability of new industrial cameras with the Sony Full HD WDR Sensor IMX174. Exceptional imaging quality These cameras stand out with their exceptional imaging quality and high light sensitivity with which images of even weak fluorescing substances can be captured. Cameras are delivered in compact, robust industrial housing with C/CS- or S-Mount and are available as GigE (PoE) and U...

Willem Schonewille will assist and advise customers to convince them of the extraordinary products and solutions from Siqura Willem Schonewille joins the team of Siqura as Key Account Manager for Benelux, Germany, Switzerland and Austria regions. The new employee has been working in the security industry since 2012 and most recently worked as a business development manager for Mobotix, overseeing the Benelux countries. Task and responsibility His task at Siqura is to increas...

The IP companies will showcase latest product portfolios and insight on the latest technologies and market trends Alongside the world class speakers and industry leading exhibitors, All-over-IP Expo 2015 introduces Canon Europe, Samsung SDS and CAME Group debuting at the show this year in Moscow. Canon Europe At All-over-IP Expo 2015, Canon Europe, world-leader in imaging solutions, will show its latest network cameras and their difference through demonstrations as part of...

The VEU provides the best fire protection without distracting from the unusual and beautiful curvature of the glass atrium The Chadstone shopping complex is the largest shopping centre in the southern hemisphere, located in Melbourne, Australia. With over 20 million visitors annually, the high-end outlet is a retail home for world-class brands like Louis Vuitton, Gucci, Burberry, and Tiffany & Co. Chadstone has recently undergone a $600 million+ expansion, which will inclu...

The Z-Wave Alliance membership will educate integrators & installers to create Z-Wave connected home experts The Z-Wave Alliance, a membership organisation dedicated to advancing the popular Z-Wave wireless smart home protocol, is debuting its first ever membership level aimed at the integrator community involved in smart home at CEDIA EXPO 2015. Installers interested in gaining a deeper knowledge of smart home installations will also have the chance to learn about the new...

IDIS DirectIP surveillance solution provides high-performance monitoring & visual validation of events in the hotel IDIS has announced the successful roll out of a 64-camera DirectIP surveillance solution at the Park Grand Paddington, part of the Shaftesbury Hotels property group. The implementation by systems integrator, Rukey Solutions Limited, was completed on time and budget, to provide the newly refurbished hotel with a cost effective and high-performance monitoring s...

By joining TeleEye Partner Program, Sigma will be able to offer video surveillance solutions and local support to Panamanian market TeleEye Group, a renowned pioneer of high-tech video surveillance systems and cutting-edge technologies with a global presence and Sigma Security System LTD, S.A, one of TeleEye’s long-term partners in project management for the Panamanian market, would like to announce their collaboration in the distribution for the full range of TeleEye pr...

The combination of Dell and EMC will create the world’s largest integrated technology company Dell Inc. and EMC Corporation recently announced they have signed a definitive agreement under which Dell, together with its owners, Michael S. Dell, founder, chairman and chief executive officer of Dell, MSD Partners and Silver Lake, the global leader in technology investing, will acquire EMC Corporation, while maintaining VMware as a publicly-traded company. The EMC Board of...

Kwikset, the leader in residential security, announces that two of its popular SmartCode™ deadbolt locks are now “Crestron Connected®,” making them compatible with Crestron control systems that provide wireless home control of lighting, shades, temperature, security and more. SmartCode locks with Home Connect™ technology are the industry’s leading wireless access control lock solution for the smart home. Communicates with other devices Using embedded Creston i...

For those who want to “Stay Connected and Take Control” of anything anywhere, including their network and IP devices, VideogeniX has introduced uSwitchPro™. This is an advanced version of its popular uSwitch™ 2 channel IP relay, which comes with a new design and adds user-customisable GPIO inputs and the ability to activate other uSwitch IP relays locally or remotely on any network. Automatically builds a control web page Simple to use, uSwitchPro automatically builds a...

The doorset featured UNION Optimus3 sashlock, Specification Skyline hinges and door handles as well as DC840 concealed door closer ASSA ABLOY UK has tested a timber doorset with a range of ASSA ABLOY hardware to the PAS24 standard. A UNION sashlock from its Optimus3 range was fitted in the timber doorset, offering high performance security, ideal for use in social housing, residential care home and student accommodation. It is also suitable for uniform door preparation in lar...

The study sharply highlighted the industry’s increasing reliance on CCTV to control stock loss According to the latest annual Centre for Retail Research (CRR) survey into the use of CCTV in retail – commissioned by Axis Communications, the global market leader in network video – 70% of retailers want to introduce covert CCTV and 66% are planning to move to mobile data access in the near future. Reducing losses The report, which was carried out in July and A...

With successful entry into the SME and LE segment with the recording devices and understanding their requirements in detail, Matrix will launch SATATYA SAMAS, its enterprise-grade centralised management software. SATATYA SAMAS is a fully distributed solution designed for 24*7 video surveillance needs of multi-location, multi-server organisations. It provides features like multi monitor application, sequencing, audio-visual alerts, SMS/Email with snapshots notifications, integration with access c...

NiceVision will enable the airport to effectively manage operational bottlenecks, safety hazards, and security threats As part of a major expansion project at Oslo Airport’s Terminal 2, slated for completion in 2017, Qognify, formerly NICE Security, has been selected to help ensure operational efficiency, business continuity and passenger safety and security, Qognify announced recently. Oslo Airport is already one of the largest airports in the Nordic region, and expect...

Some 2,107 government officials and commercial buyers connected with 75 exhibitors from 17 countries and regions Myanmar Deputy Minister of Finance, Mr Maung Maung Thein officiated the opening of the inaugural Myanmar Security Expo. Over the 3 days’ event, some 2,107 government officials, commercial buyers and media convened and connected with 75 exhibitors from 17 countries and regions. Close to 16% of the visitors are government officials and decision makers from priva...

Since 1898, Provo City School District (PCSD) has been providing quality education that has been fundamental in preparing students for their future success. Located in Provo, Utah, about 43 miles south of Salt Lake City, PCSD is one of 41 public school districts in the state and serves approximately 14,200 students. The district operates traditional high schools, middle schools and elementary schools, as well as an alternative high school and a web-based school that serves all grade levels. PCSD...

We all know that security video cameras are becoming smarter. The IP cameras at the edge of today’s video surveillance systems contain computer chips that can potentially change how cameras are used. However, despite the changing technology and greater intelligence at the edge, today’s systems mostly use video cameras for one thing – to provide video. In some cases, the cameras provide hours and hours of video that no one will ever watch.  Re-examining the role of video...

For high value individuals such as the Pope,agencies have access to unlimited publicresources in terms of money and people  The Pope’s visit to the United States reminds us that protecting big-name executives, celebrities and dignitaries is a highly specialised security function. Public and private executive protection groups begin preparing for the visit of major world figures months ahead of time. “It is a task of massive proportions,” says Tom M. Con...

NVRs make it easy to benefit from HD solutions and integrations to access control, alarm systems, intercoms and other technologies Developments in the IP video camera market have a direct impact on the other components in a system. With the emergence of higher definition cameras – whether 4K cameras or 8K or even higher – the market now needs back-end devices that can perform the decoding work. Also, more intelligence is needed, including smart functions such as pe...

The concept behind Axis Experience Center is about getting closer to customers and providing them with an experience Axis Communications, the global leader in network video, held an official grand opening ceremony and ribbon cutting for its new office and state-of-the-art Axis Experience Center in Irvine, California. Axis Experience Center features The 8,000 square foot Axis Experience Center features a 28-person training centre, 12-person conference room and a specialised e...

SightLogix has written a concise guidebook to assist site managers, security directors, policy makers, architects and engineers, and integrators responsible for planning, selecting, and installing a smart video-based security system. Titled “The Smart Video Security Handbook,” the book contains real-world information and advice on all the steps necessary to create and implement a truly effective video security system, while offering a roadmap about how the technology may be used in t...

Peter will be invaluable in improving the company's legal and regional representation in the Americas The Executive Committee of BORDERPOL is pleased to announce the appointment of Peter Vincent as the BORDERPOL Director Counsellor for International Policy. Thomas Tass, Director General of BORDERPOL said “We are delighted to have Peter on board as he brings a wealth of experience to the organisation and will be invaluable in improving our legal and regional represen...

7K cameras are best suited for large openspaces such as stadiums and city centres,capturing the finest details in their footage With several manufacturers now offering 4K CCTV cameras, Avigilon, based in Vancouver, British Columbia, raised the bar in April 2015 with the launch of their 7K HD Pro surveillance solution. The 30-megapixel camera is the latest addition to the company’s Professional Series, an innovative model Avigilon believes will drive competition in the se...

NAPCO iBridge Connected Home booth will demonstrate the new integration at CEDIA 2015 NAPCO Security Systems is proud to announce it is now a Crestron Certified Integrated Partner™ and its Gemini Alarm Panels provide integration within Creston’s Control and Automation Systems. It will provide live demonstrations at the CEDIA Show, at NAPCO’s iBridge Connected Home Booth #6421, in Dallas’ Kay Bailey Hutchinson Convention Center, Oct 14-17, 2015. For Cre...

UNION StrongBOLT and ASSA ABLOY’s DC700G-FT Security Door Closer exhibited at the event ASSA ABLOY Security Solutions, a UK division of ASSA ABLOY, the global leader in door opening solutions had a successful year at the MLA Exhibition, held at the International Centre, Telford. UNION StrongBOLT demonstrated UNION, an ASSA ABLOY Security Solutions brand, exhibited its new and innovative locking solutions, including the UNION StrongBOLT® range, known for its su...

NXT-ID builds its team of financial services and retail experts to maximise the opportunities for Wocket Smart Wallet NXT-ID, Inc. ("NXT-ID" or the "Company"), a biometric authentication company focused on the growing mobile commerce market and creator of the Wocket® smart wallet announces Mr. Stanley E. Washington, former long- term executive at American Express has been appointed to its Board of Directors. Over 25 years' experience Mr. Washington is recognised as a key...