Surveillance & Security News for September 2013

All keys and electronic cards are tagged with Traka’s management systems Management systems from Traka are being used by BT to track keys at its £90m flagship International Data Centre in Cardiff Bay, Wales. Operations at the centre are supported by stringent security measures which ensure access to and within the building is controlled and restricted to authorised personnel whose use of site keys can be seen with clear audit trail capability. Occupied by 250 sta...

PNY deploys Avigilon 16 MP cameras to oversee activity outside of the building as well as the parking lots Challenge A global technology leader within the consumer electronics market required an advanced HD surveillance system to protect inventory and employees inside their new 600,000 sq. foot state-of-the-art manufacturing facility and corporate headquarters. Solution PNY uses 21 Avigilon HD cameras to help secure their corporate headquarters, which spans 38 acres with a...

In the 1980's Preferred developed a Cartell system that integrated directly with any security system Preferred Technologies Group introduced Cartell driveway alarms in 1975, offering home owners a stand-alone system that would alert them when vehicles enter the driveway. Cartell did this by turning on lights, cameras and audible devices. It was the first vehicle detection product introduced to the industry based on magnetometer technology. In the early 1980’s, Preferred...

With over 20 years’ experience designing leading edge network access control solutions, Grosvenor Technology has launched SATEON, a technology step change in access control. SATEON is 100% browser-based and powered by the latest web streaming technology to deliver a slick and graphically rich user interface. Compared with traditional systems and other browser based solutions that can be unfriendly and prescriptive, SATEON’s user experience is without compromise and delivers a lightni...

IndigoVision will exhibit its solutions at booth #877 at ASIS International Join IndigoVision at ASIS booth #877, where in just 15 minutes you will learn how: High Definition security can be just as stunning as your HD TV Which security cameras deliver the best HD security video quality Don't throw out your existing analogue or IP cameras: Use the right technology keep legacy cameras AND save Come along to learn about these hot security topics, why IndigoVision is the...

DIGIEVER’s DIGISTOR, a Linux-embedded NVR, features real-time remote monitoring and full HD local display This September, in romantic Paris, a leading surveillance tradeshow will attract up to 7000 people to explore the latest technology and product in security industry. It is indeed a pleasure to invite you to join DIGIEVER to attend Alarmes Protection Sécurité (APS) in Porte de Versailles from Sep. 24 to 26.You can find DIGIEVER booth in Hall 5.1-Booth E4...

ISD-Tech has installed 600 channels of surveillance video at over 30 solar farms across the UK For many years Network Video Technologies (NVT), has supplied an unparalleled choice of high-performance and cost-effective solutions for Solar Plant surveillance applications across Europe and America. With the recent introduction of Solar Plants to the UK, British power producers are now reaping the benefits of NVT transmission technology when securing these high-value sites....

KESO has opted for LEGIC's 4000 reader series LEGIC Identsystems Ltd has gained another important license partner with ASSA ABLOY (Switzerland) Ltd. To develop new contactless locking systems, KESO has opted for LEGIC’s 4000 reader series. "To develop contactless door locks, we are using LEGIC's outstanding technology", said Rageth Kieni, Head of Product Management at ASSA ABLOY (Switzerland) Ltd., formerly KESO Ltd. "The flexibility of the LEGIC reader module is also i...

The workshop aims to build up each participant's understanding of AxxonSoft technology SNB Middle East, AxxonSoft partner and authorised distributor, will hold a technical training to train those involved in all aspects of the video surveillance. The workshop aims to build up each participant's overall understanding the technology of Axxonsoft. Each workshop participant will be able to receive an overview of the complete Axxonsoft products, which will assist with their prepar...

Hikvision cameras monitor the premises of Jablotron's Prague headquarters Located in Prague, the capital of the Czech Republic, is the new headquarters of Jablotron Alarms, a.s - one of the country's largest security firms. As this new corporate headquarters represents both the success of the company, as well a new business facility, it was paramount that security be indicative of this reality. Thus, a number of Hikvision products were chosen to protect both Jablotron's reputa...

Base shares many of the features which are common to the Premium and Enterprise versions of Wavestore’s VMS, but is limited to sixteen camera inputs. “Wavestore is perhaps best known for its successful involvement in medium to large video surveillance projects, but we have recently seen a sharp increase in interest in our VMS for applications, such as retail and office environments where there is only a requirement for a small number of cameras,” said Chris Williams, Director o...

The new Dallmeier IP cameras of the 4920 series score not only because of their pin sharp images in Full-HD quality, but also because of their easy and convenient configuration and installation. Whether as box camera or in a vandal-resistant dome housing: The DF4920HD-DN and DDF4920HDV-DN use a 5 megapixel CMOS image sensor and provide Full-HD video in real-time (1080/p) using the H.264 codec. Quick installation A special highlight of the 4920 series is the function Remote Back Focus Control...

LEGIC employees are already using NFC-based badges with several applications on a daily basis. Visitors are also impressed with the mobile phone, which opens doors, orders photocopies or pays for drinks in automatic vending machines. Since 13th August 2013, LEGIC has been using badges based on Near Field Communication (NFC) – alias smartphones – in addition to card-based badges to open doors or print documents by laying the mobile phone on a reader at the photocopier. LEGIC employee...

Hikvision aims to broaden its customers’ choices for versatile and affordable IP surveillance by introducing new 3MP vari-focal IP models into its successful 2-line HD network camera series. This series, initially launched in early 2013, has already achieved raves by customers worldwide. The 3MP Vari-Focal IR Network Cameras (DS-2CD2632F-I(S) Bullet and DS-2CD2732F-I(S) Dome) incorporate advanced features in onboard storage, audio and alarm functionalities and provide users an easier and...

Panasonic Cloud Management Services Europe will expand cloud monitoring services into SMB, SOHO, and home residential markets At IFA 2013, Panasonic Europe has announced the establishment of Panasonic Cloud Management Services Europe BV and its intention to expand the Cameramanager video surveillance service into wider markets. Today Panasonic Europe is announcing the establishment of a new company, Panasonic Cloud Management Services Europe B.V., to spearhead its drive into...

Kelvin Hughes IBS is based on its state-of-the-art solid state SharpEye radar sensor and Naval MantaDigital display Kelvin Hughes, a world leader in the design and supply of navigation and surveillance systems, is delighted to announce that it is undertaking a number of new projects for the UK’s Royal Navy (RN) in addition to the supply, installation and post design services (PDS) work it is already carrying out. In September of last year, Kelvin Hughes was contract...

The reception will be held to encourage the next generation to network and learn from security personnel DSEI will host a "Rising Stars" reception sponsored by Lockheed Martin UK on Friday 13th September, to encourage the next generation to network and learn from senior naval, land, air, medical and security personnel as well as leading industry stakeholders. The reception will begin at 12:00 with a high-level panel session focusing on the future of the defence industry. The...

Shayne Bates, CPP, and Ray Bernard, PSP, to join the speaker lineup for PSIA’s event at ASIS The Physical Security Interoperability Alliance (PSIA) is pleased to announce that noted security consultants Shayne Bates, CPP, and Ray Bernard, PSP, have joined the speaker lineup for our special event at ASIS on September 23 at 4:30 p.m. at the Hilton Chicago. Shayne will moderate and Ray will participate in a panel discussion about security user perspectives on physical/...

Marzano's remit will be to achieve significant growth and market share gains for Y3K Y3K, the UK's leading manufacturer and distributor of CCTV systems, has appointed Marco Marzano as International Sales Director. Marzano’s remit will be to achieve significant growth and market share gains for Y3K and its group subsidiaries, Xvision, IQCCTV and SmartWitness, within the EMEA region. Y3K’s CEO Paul Singh said, “We are delighted to have secured the appoint...

Detroit’s newly renovated Cobo Center will be host to a gathering of U.S. and Canadian border security officials For two days on September 12th & 13th, Detroit’s newly renovated Cobo Center will be host to a gathering of U.S. and Canadian border security officials, and industry professionals meeting to discuss a myriad of important issues relating to border protection and facilitation of legitimate trade and travel between the United States and Canada. On Febr...

The acquisition establishes SDI as a $70M systems integrator specialising in the complex technical requirements System Development Integration, LLC, a leading systems integrator focused on mission-critical technologies and infrastructure, announces the acquisition of X7, a Washington, D.C.-based systems integrator that provides comprehensive security management systems. The acquisition, SDI’s second in as many months, establishes SDI as a $70M systems integrator speciali...

Hart previously served as executive vice president of Identive’s Identity Management and Cloud Solutions division Identive Group, Inc., a provider of solutions and services for the identification, security and RFID industries, announced that its board of directors has appointed Jason Hart as chief executive officer and director, effective immediately. Hart replaces Ayman S. Ashour, who has resigned his executive role but will remain on the board of directors as non-execu...

Matrox Graphics Inc. recently announced compatibility of the Matrox Avio F125 fibre-optic KVM extension solution with the EIZO DuraVision FDH3601 monitor, which features 8.8 megapixels (4096x2160 native resolution) across a 36.4" screen. The DuraVision FDH3601 comes with two DVI-D and two DisplayPort inputs and an advanced set of specifications including 1.07 billion display colours from a palette of 278 trillion, a 1,000:1 contrast ratio, 700 cd/m² brightness and an 8ms response time. Ma...

This latest release introduces the VideoIQ Rialto R-Series. The R-Series is a 1U rack-mount analytics appliance that analyses and records up to 16 security cameras per unit. The R-Series is available in IP, analogue or hybrid base models and supports standard analogue (PAL or NTSC) cameras or IP cameras utilising h.264 video streamed across RTSP. In addition, the R-Series includes two, user-replaceable,1 TB HDDs for local storage. The two hard drives can be configured as Raid 1 – a mirror...

Founded in 1984 in Budapest, Hungary, Polaritás-GM Ltd. originally developed measurement and test equipment for manufacturing for which the firm built a strong reputation for technical excellence. However, it was in 1997 when a relative of a staff member approached the firm with an unusual suggestion. The relative, now working for the International Canoe Federation felt that there was a lack of a world class start system within the sport. With the World Championships only a year away; it...

Comvox Systems deployed the VMS with use of the Aimetis Symphony server client Aimetis Corp., a global leader in intelligent video management software, recently announced that The Peabody Hotel in Orlando, Florida, a 350,000-square-foot multi-use convention, spectator, show and banquet center connected to a four-star-rated 1,641-luxury-room hotel is utilising Aimetis Symphony to improve infrastructure security and operational efficiency. Comvox Systems, an Aimetis Certified R...

Sentry 360, one of the fastest growing megapixel surveillance camera developers, is excited to announce their integration with March Networks Command Video Management System (VMS) software. With key features including mass configuration, real-time alerting with handling acknowledgment procedures, and one-click access to associated camera views, Command is the latest example of March Networks’ focus on enterprise-class manageability and ease-of-use. Thomas Carnevale, founder and CEO of Sen...

The new customised patient identification solution has reduced the time required to ensure accurate identification of patients Fulcrum Biometrics, a leading international provider, distributor and integrator of biometric systems and devices, has developed and deployed a customised patient identification solution for the New Tribes Mission Medical Clinic in Papua New Guinea. The system, which is based on Fulcrum’s FbF Demographica biometric identification application and...

TDSi has seen a 15% rise in turnover during the first quarter of 2013 Integrated security solutions manufacturer TDSi has celebrated another year of success by holding a Summer Party for its UK-based team. The event, which took place at the stunning coastal setting of Branksome Dene Chine near Bournemouth, was a chance for the team to get together and celebrate the company’s impressive achievements over the last 12 months. These included a 15% rise in turnover during the...

CNL will demonstrate at ASIS the need for CIP organisations to take a proactive approach to security CNL Software, a world leader in Physical Security Information Management (PSIM) software, will be exhibiting at ASIS International in Chicago September 24-27, 2013 - demonstrating how PSIM is enabling organisations responsible for Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP) to improve operational efficiency by aggregating intelligence from each connected security systems; offe...