Surveillance & Security News for October 2015

VIIDOS were established to deal with thehuge increase in surveillance dataavailable to investigators We need CCTV footage to reveal the true story of what happened before, during, and after a crime. We need to put those forensic images before the court in a manner that has integrity and obeys the rules, codes and legislation that have evolved in this rapidly changing digital era. To do that successfully, we must consider all the contributing elements of a CCTV i...

Nedap launches a new activity - ‘Nedap Mobility Solutions’ - within its business unit ‘Identification Systems’. Nedap Mobility Solutions enables people and vehicles in urban environments to swiftly and safely reach their destinations. The portfolio of Nedap Mobility Solutions comprises wireless vehicle detection sensors to assist motorists in quickly finding a parking bay and parking operators to optimise the utilisation. Moreover, city access control systems keeps pedes...

There is a growing demand for advancedelectronic ID credentials to improve citizenexperience and maintaining security levels HID Global®, a worldwide leader in secure identity solutions, will showcase the mobile ID experience on smartphones and share its latest innovations in thin secure polycarbonate e-passport datapages at the International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO) Machine Readable Travel Documents (MRTD) Conference, October 14th through 16th, 2015, in Mon...

The two-day conference featured interactive panel discussions, speed-networking sessions, fire side chats and presentations Smart City Landscape 2015 was held at The Imperial in New Delhi on 10th – 11th September 2015, featuring the leading stakeholders, thought leaders and subject experts on smart city development in India. The summit organised by Information Exchange Group (IXG) put across the challenges, opportunities, enablers and deterrents of various industry sub s...

Organised by IXG, the conference put across variety of issues facing general aviation including security, aviation legislation, etc. The Aviation Security Conference 2015 was held at the Hilton Dubai Jumeirah Resort, UAE on 16th - 17th September 2015, featuring the leading stakeholders and thought leaders of global aviation industry. The conference organised by Information Exchange Group (IXG) put across a variety of issues facing general aviation including airport and airline...

Hikvision USA’s ascension from virtual obscurity to the upper tier of manufacturers in the U.S. market is being built on the Chinese company’s huge manufacturing capacity – they turn out 50,000 to 60,000 surveillance cameras every day from factories in China. The large capacity enables Hikvision to achieve economies of scale. In effect, they can make high quality video surveillance products at a lower price, a capability that will continue to serve them well as they begin compe...

Antaira Technologies is a global leading developer and supplier of industrial device networking and communication product solutions for harsh environment applications and is proud to announce its expansion in the industrial networking infrastructure family with the LMP-0600-24 series. LMP-0600-24 series features Antaira Technologies’ LMP-0600-24 series is a 6-port industrial PoE/PoE+ managed Ethernet switch, with a 12 to 36VDC low voltage power input support with a built-in voltage boost...

Both Knighthood and JLG are established installers of fire and security systems Surrey-based fire and security system installer Knighthood International Limited have completed the acquisition of JLG Security Limited. Expanded network Both Knighthood and JLG are established installers of fire and security systems covering systems such as intruder alarms, CCTV, fire detection and integrated access control systems. Over the last eight years, Knighthood International has expand...

The images from all the cameras are monitored live 24/7 from a control room situated within the border crossing point Over 400 Samsung IP network video surveillance cameras have been installed to monitor activity at the border crossing point of Russia’s largest airport. Domodedovo International Airport, which is located 42 kilometres from Moscow, is used by over 30 million passengers every year. In 2013 it was recognised as the best airport in Eastern Europe by Skytrax...

HID datapages are available with a choice of contactless e-passport integrated circuits (ICs) from leading chip suppliers HID Global®, a worldwide leader in secure identity solutions, has extended its family of secure polycarbonate (PC) electronic datapages that are the heart of today’s high-security e-passports. Available in both standard (800µm) thin (600µm) versions, the datapages are among the industry’s thinnest and enable governments to issue...

Millions of dollars are spent annually at border crossings on technology such as buried volumetric sensors Border control forces, train operators, ferry companies and humanitarian organisations have spent much of 2015 concerned with people trafficking between the northern coast of France and the United Kingdom. Now the focus has switched to migrants fleeing civil war in Syria. It is one of the biggest migrant crisis that Europe has witnessed so far, with hundreds of refugees s...

TDSi will also be talking to visitors about its brand new readers, designed with user feedback in mind Integrated security solutions manufacturer TDSi will be highlighting the benefits of its installer partner programme and promoting its latest range of readers and security software to end-users and installers visiting the Norbain Ireland Roadshow 2015, which is being held at the Citywest Hotel in Dublin, on Wednesday 7th October. Interacting with new and existing customers...

ZKAccess, a leading provider of biometric and RFID security solutions, has just released its ML10-B biometric fingerprint door lock with built-in Bluetooth technology. The ML10-B operates the very same way as does the ZKAccess ML10 (fingerprint door lock). However, this ML10-B version is additionally equipped with built-in Bluetooth technology that allows for remote control capability. ZKBioBT mobile app ZKAccess' new mobile application – ZKBioBT works in conjunction with the ML10-B fing...

The event will focus on aspects of border security, such as smuggling of drugs and illegal goods at border as well as counter terrorism SMi’s flagship event, 9th annual Border Security, will take place in Rome, Italy, on the 17th and 18th of February 2016. Registration is now live. Early bird places are strictly limited. SMi Group are proud to announce the return of the highly successful Border Security conference, now in its 9th year. The value of this event is recogni...

The open and exposed nature of rail yards exposes railway assets to tremendous risk  The importance of rail transportation in driving the U.S. economy cannot be overstated. In recognition of this, America’s railroads are investing in the infrastructure and technology necessary to improve security for the tracks, bridges, tunnels and other vital components that make up this critical transportation network. The unique security requirements of these assets present a nu...

GJD will display products including D-TECT 3, new D-TECT IP range, Laser-Watch surveillance sensor, and Clarius LED illuminators GJD, a leading British manufacturer of professional external detector equipment and LED illuminators is exhibiting for the first time ever at the Sectech exhibition on stand 06:80. The show will take place at the Scandic Talk Hotel in Stockholm from the 11th to 12th November 2015. Sectech is the main meeting point for suppliers, installers, consulta...

AG-01 is a collection of architectural graphics for security intended use by architects and building contractors The Security Industry Association (SIA), along with the International Association of Professional Security Consultants (IAPSC), recently released AG-01 Architectural Graphics Standard–CAD Symbols for Security System Layout Standard 3.0. Suitable applications AG-01 is a collection of architectural graphics for security intended for use by architects, building...

VIVOTEK will highlight surveillance products and video analysis technologies, enabling business owners to gain more business intelligence VIVOTEK will reveal its intelligent surveillance solutions of targeted vertical markets at the 15th China Public Security Expo for Security & Protection (CPSE 2015) taking place Oct 29 to Nov 1 in Shenzhen Convention & Exhibition Center. VIVOTEK’s booth (#1A04) will highlight a variety of latest surveillance products and video...

UNION is joining Yale, founder of National Home Security Month, to create awareness around the importance of home security UNION, part of ASSA ABLOY Security Solutions, a UK division of ASSA ABLOY, the global leader in door opening solutions, is supporting National Home Security Month 2015. The nationwide initiative that runs throughout October is designed to create awareness around the importance of home security. Eryl Jones, Managing Director at ASSA ABLOY Security Solutio...

Navigator 6 offers new features to streamline video security operations for TruVision video cameras and recorders installations Interlogix, a global leader in security and life-safety solutions, introduced TruVision Navigator 6, the latest version of its video management software, at the ASIS International security conference. TruVision Navigator 6 offers new features and design to streamline video security operations for high-volume installations of TruVision video cameras an...

The WavestoreUSA certified training roadshow is free for security dealers and integrators WavestoreUSA, a world class innovator in open platform digital video storage and management systems, announces the kickoff of the WavestoreUSA certified training roadshow. Sponsored by WavestoreUSA and Charles & Associates Marketing, the WavestoreUSA Certified Training Roadshow is being held at the Holiday Inn Cleveland South from 8 AM to 11:30 AM on Tuesday, October 13th, 2015. The n...

Comelit’s IP systems enable the site concierge to inform residents about missed callers or deliveries Working with installers Beta Security, Comelit has supplied its IP video entry system for access control and resident messaging at New Atlas Wharf in the Surrey Quays area of London’s Docklands. New Atlas Wharf is a modern ten-storey residential development comprising 153 apartments across nine buildings on the north bank of the Thames in Tower Hamlets, within walk...

Mirasys' latest software release, Mirasys 7.4, has been improved based on customer feedback to make the Mirasys Spotter interface even more user-friendly and feature-rich. With the new Spotter Mixed Playback Mode users can simultaneously view live and playback recordings in the same tab. Mirasys Spotter can also now be used as a standalone media player - there is no need for a server connection. There have also been new feature improvements to joystick controls and the ability to share comments...

Exar Corporation, a leading supplier of high-performance integrated circuits and system solutions, recently announced the release of the VRC7008E digital video recorder (DVR) PCI Express (PCIe) add-in card. Designed for professional video surveillance applications, the VRC7008E card features the Exar S7100 software configurable processor and performs H.264 encoding on eight channels of up to 960H NTSC/PAL video at full resolution and frame rate. With 960H video, surveillance professionals realis...

The training course focuses on operational readiness and on safety in particular U.S. Security Associates (USA) has released three new training courses in response to the rising use of Segways and T3s for security patrols. As one of America’s largest security companies, USA provides security at many locations with Segway or T3 patrollers, from corporate and educational campuses to retail and entertainment venues to municipal districts and complexes. USA’s new secur...

This strategic location reflects MorphoTrak’s commitment to deliver high-quality services to FBI  Commerce Secretary Keith Burdette recently joined company officials in announcing MorphoTrak's first West Virginia facility. "We're excited for MorphoTrak to join our biometric community," Burdette said. "This location makes a lot of sense for them because it's close to a major end-user, the FBI, and our High Tech Corridor. MorphoTrak is a major player in the biometric...

The alliance will offer an integrated solution between SecurOS video analytics management and Vidsys real-time situation management Vidsys, a Converged Security and Information Management (CSIM) software platform, and Intelligent Security Systems (ISS), a global leader in IP video surveillance, video analytics, facial recognition, and license plate recognition, recently announced a technology partnership. This alliance will offer an integrated solution between SecurOS vide...

Ian will be responsible for developing relationships with key market influencers at VCA VCA has appointed Ian Young to the role of Business Development Manager for the EMEA region. Ian will be responsible for developing relationships with key market influencers, including consultants, specifiers and systems integrators to identify sales opportunities for VCA’s new range of IP network video devices which feature its highly acclaimed analytics technology. Valued rese...

Spectra Logic, the deep storage experts, recently announced that Spectra Verde DPE, the company’s new Shingled Magnetic Recording (SMR)-based NAS disk platform, is certified as a long-term video retention storage solution for the Milestone XProtect® archive database. The Milestone Solution Certification verifies that Spectra Verde DPE meets the performance benchmark required to support Milestone XProtect video management software (VMS), and provides the maximum performance available to...

CCTV design and manufacturing company, 360 Vision Technology, has announced a new mid-level model addition to their highly popular ruggedised camera range. The new ‘Centurion’ PTZ camera system is positioned between 360 Vision’s fully featured ‘Predator’ ruggedised PTZ camera and entry-level ‘Black Hawk’ Dome. Suited for any mid-level surveillance application Utilising an optimised mix of tried and tested technology from both the Predator and Black Haw...