Surveillance & Security News for September 2011

The Keywatcher series improves  physical key and card security systems Morse Watchmans, the security industry's premier manufacturer of key control and asset management solutions, is garnering industry attention at this week's ASIS Conference and Trade Show with its comprehensive product portfolio, including powerful new additions to its KeyWatcher® suite of automated key control solutions. On display are the new KeyWatcher Touch key control system and KeyWatcher Tru...

KeyWatcher access control system allows only pre-authorised users to access keysKeyWatcher® from Morse Watchmans, on display at ASIS 2011, With the KeyWatcher system, only pre-authorised users can access keys from the tamper-resistant cabinet and all transactions are recorded so that management has an audit trail of who accessed which key and when. "Our KeyWatcher systems are deployed in thousands of locations from universities to car dealerships to hotels and even on cruise ships...

Altronix ReServ maintain non-stop surveillance at high-security locationsAt ASIS Conference and Trade Show, Altronix features its UL listed ReServ Uninterruptible Power Supplies. ReServ indoor and outdoor models provide power during normal, brown-out and power outage conditions. "ReServ combines the reliability of an Altronix power supply with the back-up of a UPS into a single UL listed solution," said Alan Forman, President, Altronix. "They are ideal for maintaining continuous...

Sub-Assemblies enable installers to field customise Altronix power supplies while maintaining their UL listingsOne of the biggest obstacles faced by installers when configuring power supplies in the field has been eliminated with the introduction of UL listed Sub-Assemblies from Altronix. Featured at ASIS 2011, the UL listed Sub-Assemblies enable installers to field customise Altronix power supplies while maintaining their UL listings. "Installing UL listed sub-assemblies in the field allo...

Video surveillance power solutions by Altronix at ASIS 2011Altronix, the leading manufacturer of low voltage power supplies and accessories for the electronic security industry, is exhibiting a wide range of power solutions for video surveillance, access control, fire/life safety and intrusion detection at ASIS 2011. Featured products include the introduction of the company's new WayPoint™ Outdoor Power Supplies and UL listed field-installable sub-assemblies, as well as ReServ™...

 SightLogix powerful image processing delivers accurate, cost-efficient outdoor securitySightLogix, the leading manufacturer of video analytics systems and high performance thermal cameras for outdoor security applications, is highlighting their open-standards solution at ASIS 2011 (booth #3557). The SightLogix system has been designed to work seamlessly with a wide range of third-party video management, physical security information management (PSIM) and access control systems. SightLogix...

  Nextiva IP video solutions allow investment optimisation Verint Systems Inc. announced that its Nextiva IP Video portfolio is continuing to earn wide industry recognition for innovation and value.Frost & Sullivan "Customer Value Enhancement Award" In August, Frost & Sullivan presented Verint with a 2011 Customer Value Enhancement Award, citing Verint's ongoing commitment to deliver innovative solutions for optimising its customers' security investments. Accordi...

 Schneider specialise in integrated and building management solutionsLeading the security industry with leading video security, Schneider Electric is pleased to announce many new additions to its Pelco video security product line to be exhibited at the ASIS International trade show in Orlando, Florida. In addition, discover the power of integrated security.Schneider Electric delivers integrated security and building management solutions that let you control you...

MESSOA's latest security products wil be on show at ASIS 2011At ASIS 2011, MESSOA will debut the newest 2MP IP speed dome and an innovative LED illuminator that offers exceptional illumination at 850 nm. Through these latest products MESSOA hopes to impress attendees with our determination to build premium quality products while pursuing brand excellence in the surveillance industry. See live demonstration of the NIC990 - a 2MP speed dome with IK10 impact-resistanceAt the exhibition M...

 Theia Technologies specialise in CCTV surveillance equipmentTheia Technologies will be showcasing its latest offerings in booth number 1864 at ASIS 2011.Theia's new SL183 lens which provides 115° to 77° HFOV with its 1.8 - 3mm varifocal range, no barrel distortion with its patented Linear Optical Technology®, full 5 megapixel resolution, IR correction for use with Day/Night cameras, and compact at only 49.5mm long, it fits in most mini-domes. Theia will also showcase its new S...

The acquisition will strengthen Tyco's security products portfolioTyco International Ltd. announced recently that it has reached an agreement to acquire Visonic Ltd., a global developer and manufacturer of electronic security systems and components, for approximately $100 million in cash. The acquisition will strengthen the wireless product and technology portfolio and market presence of the Tyco Security Products business in the intrusion security market. Visonic is a leader in developing adva...

 Providing a seamless interface of manned security and technology, G4S leverages innovation to increase efficiency G4S, a global provider of comprehensive security solutions, is unveiling its newest proprietary technology, showcasing its comprehensive services and featuring its top-ranked officers and management at ASIS International (booth #3325). Visitors will experience the future of the security industry as G4S presents transformational and revolutionary security solutions combining man...

  EIM is a revolutionary and effective new approach to resolving risk challenges by analysing patterns and trendsG4S Compliance & Investigations, Inc. (G4S), a global leader in investigations, is showcasing its new Enterprise Investigation Management (EIM) solution at ASIS International in Orlando, Florida. EIM is a revolutionary and effective new approach to resolving risk challenges by analysing patterns and trends that impact claims across an entire organisation. EIM meets the u...

  Ocularis v2.0 shows the true potential of OnSSi's IP video and security management solution OnSSI has created a new benchmark for increased security and lower operational costs with its recently expanded Ocularis IP-video and security platform. On display here at ASIS 2011, Ocularis v2.0, provides significantly increased functionality to organisations from entry to enterprise levels and offers better value than other video surveillance solutions in the market."Ocularis v2.0...

Vigitron's UTP power combiner and transceiver hubs have been installed at a major new-build bakery complex in the south-west of England. The units are being used with analogue dome cameras from Panasonic and Videcon's Concept Pro in a structured wiring system for both security, management and general logistical monitoring. The machine vision aspect of the project allows management to follow the entire production line from ingredient mixing and preparation through baking, packaging and despatch,...

  CORMORANT voice and data solution enhances security and is trusted by professionals Cassidian announced at this year's DSEi exhibition and show that CORMORANT service contract between Cassidian and the UK Ministry of Defence (MoD) has been extended to December 2012. This deployable, modular LAN / WAN voice and data solution was originally delivered to two Royal Signals Units for use at the strategic command level. Since this initial delivery, demand for CORMORANT...

Axis Communications network video surveillance products are popular on the marketAxis is expanding its global operations and in the next few days a sales office will be opened in Mexico. Axis sees a great interest for network video in the market and by strengthening its local presence, the company will gain a better opportunity to develop the market in Central America.  Since year-end, Axis has increased its global presence with its own personnel in the Czech Republic, Hungary, Turkey and...

Pro-Watch enables to manage access control and intrusion systems using a single software platformHoneywell's widely used Pro-Watch® Security Management software suite has been selected by top resellers as a Business Solutions Magazine (BSM) Best Channel Product.  Designed to meet the needs of a range of organisations from global enterprises to small commercial offices, Pro-Watch allows organisations to manage access control, video surveillance and intrusion systems with a single s...

Axxon software will be presented from the 19th to the 22nd of September at the ASIS 2011 conference in Orlando (Florida, USA). The video surveillance system Axxon Smart PRO will be on display at the stands of AxxonSoft technological partners IP camera producers CNB (booth 1331) and Arecont Vision (booth 3611). Booth visitors will have the chance to see for themselves how Axxon Smart PRO interacts with IP cameras. They will also learn about unique features of Axxon Smart PRO and experience ext...

The partnership will increase interaction between CNL's IPSC and PPM's Perspective SoftwareCNL, a world leader in developing Physical Security Information Management (PSIM) software, announces plans to deepen their existing partnership with PPM 2000 Inc., the world's leading developer of Incident Management software for corporate security departments. The expanded partnership will increase the interaction between CNL's award winning IPSecurityCenter (IPSC) and PPM 2000's Perspective Incide...

AmSafe will supply barrier nets for the new KC-46A aerial refuelling tanker aircraftAmSafe® Industries, Inc., the leading provider of engineered restraint systems to the aviation, defence and specialty vehicle markets, recently announced the award from Boeing of a contract valued at approximately $45 million. Under this new contract, AmSafe will supply barrier nets for the new KC-46A aerial refuelling tanker aircraft, recently selected by the United States Air Force to replace the old...

Cassidian's new contract is in line with the company's mission of defending world securityCassidian announces the contract win for an agreement with Emiraje Systems LLC for the provision of ECTOCRYP cryptography products for the United Arab Emirates Armed Forces Command and Control System (ECCS).  Cassidian will provide ECCS with a version of the award-winning UK developed product ECTOCRYP. Under the agreement Cassidian will also work with the Emirates to support the integration of the equ...

Honeywell's "connected buildings" technologies effectively integrate security with building controls systemsHoneywell's presence at ASIS 2011 in Orlando will be marked by a focus on technologies that create "connected buildings" facilities that can streamline operations by integrating security with building control systems. Among the highlighted technologies will be software that allows dealers and integrators to more easily fold video surveillance into building sy...

Thales will provide electronic system integration for 257 armoured-wheeled vehiclesThales has been awarded a major contract for the integration of an advanced open vehicle electronic architecture system for the 257 new 8x8  armoured-wheeled vehicles of the Malaysian Army. Thales acts as a subcontractor of DEFTECH (DRB-HICOM Defence Technologies Sdn Bhd), the local company selected by the Malaysian Ministry of Defence for the design, development and manufacturing of the vehicles.This contra...

Andrew Sheldon, James Lyne, and David Stubley are among the twelve speakersSANS Institute has announced its final roster of speakers presenting at the annual European Digital Forensics and Incident Response Summit this September over the 21st and 22nd at the Thistle Hotel Marble Arch. SANS has added Andrew Sheldon, a pioneer in areas of Remote Forensics and Triage; James Lyne, nicknamed the Mcguyver of Infosec by the BBC, and David Stubley, a Director with 7 Elements, a respected security con...

  Fibre optics enhances the operation and business bottom line of surveillance solutions Designers and end users of security systems, integrators and installers must consider and balance the functionality required of a video surveillance camera with its methods of transmission. This is the first of a 3-part examination by Mark Wilson, Marketing Vice President of Infinova, of how chief security officers (CSOs), directors and managers can understand the benefits of and...

  Lien will work with the PSIA Board to develop strategies that maintain the organisation's leadership positionThe Physical Security Interoperability Alliance (PSIA), a global consortium of physical security providers focused on promoting the interoperability of IP-enabled devices, recently announced it has elected Larry Lien of Proximex as its new Chairman and Marine Drive of Honeywell as Vice Chairman."We are pleased to have two extremely strong individuals help lead our initiat...

  The Securing New Ground Conference will be held at the Roosevelt Hotel in New York City on 1-2 November 2011 The 16th annual Securing New Ground Conference, hosted by the Security Industry Association (SIA), is a unique forum bringing together leading investors, executives and end users in the security industry. Held this year 1-2 November at the Roosevelt Hotel in New York City, the conference focuses on the business of security and on identifying business trends and oppor...

 James Butler joins Security Management Resources (SMR Group) as a DirectorSecurity Management Resources (SMR Group) is pleased to announce that James Butler will be joining their London based team as a Director. James will be working with Chris Meager, who has led the UK based EMEA/Asia practice as their Managing Director since 2007. Chris noted that "Having known James as a colleague and competitor previously, I know the breadth of his network and the dynamic skills-sets that he will...

 With over 1,300 exhibitors, DSEi is the world's largest integrated defence and security expoThe Defence and Security Equipment International (DSEi 2011) is the world's largest fully integrated defence and security exhibition. DSEi provides a unique platform to present your latest equipment and systems to the world's defence and security industry. DSEi provides you with the opportunity to develop international relationships and generate new business opportunities with companies of all sizes...