Surveillance & Security News for September 2013

For 121 years, National Lutheran Communities and Services (NLCS) has provided lifestyle, residential and health care choices to seniors through a variety of retirement community options. These include The Village at Rockville, a National Lutheran Community in Maryland; The Legacy at North Augusta, a National Lutheran Community in Staunton, Virginia; and The Village at Orchard Ridge, a National Lutheran Community in Winchester, Virginia, which is currently undergoing Phase 1 of construction and...

The last day of April 2013 was a historical date in the Netherlands. Following his mother’s abdication, Prince Willem-Alexander’s swearing-in as the new king means the country once again has a male monarch for the first time in 123 years. As a result, the program for the festivities on this Queen’s Day in Amsterdam was particularly comprehensive. However, this also posed a large challenge for Amsterdam’s police force, who had to monitor the large crowds expected around th...

One of England’s oldest childcare centres has invested in an IP network based video surveillance system manufactured by Samsung Techwin, to create a safe and secure environment for its staff and children. Gingerbread Corner, which is located in Croydon, Surrey, was England’s first latchkey scheme. It was established in 1976 with the objective of providing quality childcare for single parents of children aged between 5-11 after school and during school holidays. 37 years later, Ginge...

OnSSI and Sentry360 announced support for the Sentry360 leading edge high megapixel camera line and Ocularis, OnSSI's flagship IP-video surveillance and security platform. Ocularis is a comprehensive video management system that combines powerful network video recorders (NVRs) with physical security information management (PSIM) functionality. To meet the growing demand from customers requiring top rated, higher resolution megapixel cameras without sacrificing performance, OnSSI has completed i...

Sony Electronics announced recently four new IP cameras that feature the company’s IPELA ENGINE EX signal processing system. These cameras strengthen Sony’s offering for outdoor applications and expand the company’s lineup of entry- and mid-level products into new markets. This includes on-board transportation surveillance and environments with exceptionally low light conditions. “Sony continuously looks for ways to expand and improve its product offering, and all of the...

Moxa, a provider of hardened networking, computing, and automation solutions, recently unveiled the ioLogik™ R1200 series, a new line of dual-independent RS-485 serial interface remote I/O devices that empower integrators to easily and cost-effectively deploy dual-bus redundant or extended length remote I/O daisy-chain topologies in wide temperature environments (-40° C to 85° C on wide-temp models). Five different ioLogik™ R1200 models are available with different analogue...

Aimetis celebrated 10 years of innovation and growth at the 2013 ASIS Show and Exhibits in Chicago, IL Aimetis Corp, a global leader in intelligent video management software, has announced 10 years of business success in the network video market with its flagship product, Aimetis Symphony™. Aimetis celebrated 10 years of innovation and growth at the 2013 ASIS Show and Exhibits in Chicago, IL. The company that started as a humble entrepreneurial venture has prospered int...

Integration of Ocularis and AXIS A1001 allows critical video and access control data to be displayed side-by-side OnSSI announced recently at ASIS 2013 that the company’s highly acclaimed Ocularis Video Management System is fully integrated with the newly announced AXIS A1001 Network Door Controller from Axis Communications. The integration provides video surveillance and security operations at all levels to be seamlessly combined onto Ocularis’ powerful platform....

Elmdene's plans to promote PSUs reflects the strong demand the company is already seeing for these solutions Innovative electronic security and fire products manufacturer, Elmdene International Limited - a subsidiary of Potter Electric Signal, LLC - showcases its industry-leading solutions, including highly efficient and reliable switch mode PSUs (Power Supply Units), for the first time in Turkey at the inaugural IFSEC Istanbul exhibition (Rumeli Hall, Stand D50) which takes p...

Idesco recently exhibited at SecurityUser Expo in Copenhagen Idesco were delighted to participate in Copenhagen's SecurityUser Expo, last week. Their exhibition tour continues this autumn with the SECTECH exhibition in Stockholm from October 22nd to 23rd. They hope to see you there, as well. New product launches Among their versatile product line shown last week they introduced three new products: Idesco EPC Mini: Elegant doorframe profile reader for passive UHF hand...

Guggenheim’s digital signage experience is an ideal complement to Barix’s strategy in the retail and business space IP audio and control specialist Barix ushers in a new era with the appointment of Ronni Guggenheim as CEO. Based in Zurich, Mr. Guggenheim takes the reins on October 1 — and he has big plans for the company. “Barix has a stellar reputation as an IP technology pioneer and a very solid technology core, the majority of which is hardware-...

AxxonSoft will offer guests the chance to see in action how its software integrates with solutions AxxonSoft will take part in IPAS Expo 2013, the 12th international exhibition of security hardware and intelligence equipment. The event will be held in Tehran, the Iranian capital, from 28 September to 1 October. Leaders in security technology, from hardware vendors and software developers to systems integrators, distributors, and current and potential users, will be in attendan...

Identive’s ability to operate as a united, focused company is strengthened with the appointments approved by its Board Identive Group, Inc. announces Steven Humphreys as its new Chairman of the Board and the promotion of Lawrence W. Midland to President and Dr. Manfred Mueller to Chief Operating Officer of the company. All appointments are effective immediately. “Identive’s ability to operate as a united, focused company is strengthened with the appointm...

As a memeber of, Key Systems Inc will now provide enhanced security options for Asset tracking Ingersoll Rand Security Technologies has announced that Key Systems, Inc., manufacturer of high security electronic asset control devices and high security management software to provide real-time event reporting has joined the aptiQ Alliance programme. Customers can now use one credential, a high security aptiQ smart card, with Key Systems, Inc. products to gain access to and track...

Sony Electronics is launching its IPELA ENGINE PRO camera lineup with four rapid dome IP cameras. The new W Series cameras are the most advanced rapid dome cameras in the security industry, with all four featuring the highest-rated optical zoom, fastest pan speed, highest frame rate and widest dynamic range of any full HD camera on the market.  The W Series cameras are the first full HD cameras to feature 130dB of wide dynamic range, which delivers clear picture quality even in strong back...

IndigoVision's IP solution was unrivalled, delivering the best video quality and gives operators smooth PTZ camera control Sycuan Casino, one of the largest in California, has chosen to upgrade their aging security system to an IndigoVision IP Video Security Solution. As the existing security system could no longer meet the requirements of a modern, large casino, Sycuan Casino embarked on building a state of the art security installation. The new system would also manage a to...

STANLEY Security’s Electric Privacy Glass Option provides instant patient privacy in ICU/CCU healthcare environments STANLEY Security, a leading provider of access control and integrated security solutions, announced its new Electric Privacy Glass Option to the Dura-Care™ ICU/CCU product line at the ASIS International 59th Annual Seminar and Exhibits (ASIS 2013), September 24-27 in Chicago, IL. Utilising the ultimate in cutting-edge technology, STANLEY Security&rs...

AllClear is the first hand-held image-free screener incorporating passive millimeter wave detection technology Microsemi Corporation, a leading provider of semiconductor solutions differentiated by power, security, reliability and performance, recently announced its next-generation, AllClear® handheld screener with enhanced metal detection capabilities for security and loss prevention applications. The enhanced AllClear screener now has an integrated metal detector that al...

The D-4990 Low Energy Swing Door Operator opens and closes the door slowly in a controlled format STANLEY Security, a leading provider of access control and integrated security solutions, showcased its D-4990 Low Energy Swing Door Operator at the ASIS International 59th Annual Seminar and Exhibits (ASIS 2013), September 24-27 in Chicago, IL. STANLEY Security’s D-4990 Low Energy Swing Door Operator is an electromechanical unit designed to provide safe, convenient, automa...

Brivo OnAir is the new brand name of former Brivo ACS WebService access control management solution Brivo Systems LLC, leader in cloud applications for security management, recently announced the company’s release of Brivo OnAirSM version 10.11, featuring an updated User Interface (UI). Brivo OnAir is the new brand name for the former Brivo ACS WebService cloud-based access control management solution. With the introduction of this updated interface, Brivo further exten...

Pullum, an AlliedBarton Security Officer, was recognised for her heroic efforts in July 2012 AlliedBarton Security Services, the industry’s premier provider of highly trained security personnel, is proud to announce the winner of this year’s Ralph Day Security Officer of the Year award is Myisha Pullum. Each year, one Security Officer in the United States is recognised for outstanding service and actions in the security profession with this award by the ASIS Securi...

ASUSTOR Inc., a leading innovator and provider of network storage solutions, announced recently that it has completed an integration with renowned IP camera brand Compro, adding compatibility for 37 different Compro camera models. These camera models include cameras from Compro’s TN series, designed for small businesses, and NC series designed for designed for more specialised surveillance applications. Now ASUSTOR NAS users will have more choice than ever before when choosing IP cameras t...

AVer, a major global provider of presentation/education solutions, security surveillance solutions and video conferencing solutions, enriches its portfolio of discreet surveillance solutions by introducing its first mini vandal dome IP cameras (network cameras) – the 1.3-megapixel FV1306 and the 2-megapixel FV2006. These new mini vandal domes are designed specifically for applications with limited space, such as elevators and ATMs, due to their compact size (80 mm diameter) and lightweigh...

CISA presents eSIGNO, its latest access control solution for hotels and other communities. The leading product in the range is the new electronic lock, which will be given its world premiere at the Equip’Hôtel trade show (Paris 11-15 November). Its elegant, compact Italian design is the ultimate fusion of technology and user-friendliness. CISA eSIGNO is a modular product capable of delivering complete and efficient solutions to suit the customer’s specific needs, whether they...

Leading control room furniture manufacturer Winsted has released the newest and perhaps the greatest version of WELS, its unique Winsted Equipment Layout Software (WELS) version 4.Winsted have reworked the software with the end-user in mind. The biggest change is the improved look and feel. The equipped version 4 has been revamped with a completely redesigned user interface with exciting new features promised to streamline the design process and improve the user experience. The software is easy...

Hikvision is enriching its portfolio of 2-line HD network cameras with the introduction of its first IR mini dome IP camera series: the 1.3-megapixel DS-2CD2512F-I(W)(S) and 3-megapixel DS-2CD2532F-I (W)(S). Although there are many mini domes available on the market today, these compact models are the first to be equipped with IR functionality. They are also able to withstand a wide temperature range of -30°C to 60°C, and their state-of-the-art housing is designed to fit in a wide varie...

While security camera manufacturers continue to seek simple technical functions to meet customers’ needs, the user flexibility for their own cameras offers a larger jump into higher product value. Hikvision recently introduced two vari-focal models into its PICADIS analogue camera family -- the DS-2CE15C2P(N)-VFIR3 720TVL IR Bullet camera and DS-2CE55C2P(N)-VFIR3 720TVL IR Dome camera, which are equipped with a 2.8mm~12mm adjustable lens allowing these models to operate at given focal dist...

The awards aim to recognise the hard work, dedication and vital service that Pilgrims employees provide Pilgrims Group has held its annual Security Officer Awards Ceremony, recognising outstanding achievements and performances of security professionals within its business at both individual and team level. The event took place at Hoebridge Golf Club in Surrey, combining a fun golf competition for all nominees prior to a sit down lunch and awards ceremony. The criteria on...

ISC’s newly launched Singaporean subsidiary will recruit and train crowd management workforces for the Hub Security and crowd management specialist Integrated Security Consultants Ltd (ISC) has been awarded the contract to secure Singapore’s multi-venue flagship, the Singapore Sports Hub, due to open in April 2014. The Hub, with its motto "where Singapore comes to play", includes the republic’s new 55,000-capacity National Stadium, the existing 13,000-capaci...

To prevent ticket fraud, parks today can link each ticket to a specific customer with the touch of a finger Lumidigm recently announced that attendees at several amusement parks in China are using their fingers to authenticate themselves on Galasys Technologies stations at entertainment complex gates, ticket booths and member kiosks. At the Beijing children’s park Babyboss, parents’ fingerprints must match their child’s RFID wristband when collecting their ch...