Surveillance & Security News for September 2022

Security industry professionals are invited to attend The Emergency Services Show, taking place at the NEC, Birmingham on 21-22 September. Acknowledging the key role that the private security industry can play as the ‘fourth emergency service’, the show features the First Responder Theatre with CPD-accredited seminars. A new feature for 2022, the two-day seminar programme is designed to improve collaboration between the emergency services and security industries, and look in depth a...

Critical national infrastructure (CNI) is, by its very nature, fundamental to the running of any country. Without the contribution from sectors such as energy, society would be severely impacted. It should therefore be no surprise that CNI is a perfect target for those who may wish to cause major disruption or harm. Noah Price, Head of the G4S Academy, provides an overview of the security threats faced by critical national infrastructure, what makes good security and the work G4S is doing to se...

Arcules, a forward-thinking, customer-centric provider of video surveillance as a service (VSaaS), announces a strong quarter for the company with growth driven by enhanced services, partnerships, customer wins, and global expansion. Each day, more companies worldwide are embracing VSaaS to increase safety and operational efficiency, and a great majority are turning to Arcules for its proven mix of security, flexibility, and ease-of-use. Video surveillance capabilities "We have an incredible...

ISS (Intelligent Security Systems), a global provider of video intelligence and data awareness solutions, is pleased to announce that Jacob Jablonski has joined the company as Regional Business Manager for North America. As part of his duties, Jablonski will be responsible for expanding the company’s business development and sales efforts across the southeastern U.S. Access control devices Jablonski began his career in the security industry as Business Development Manager for WaveLynx T...

Trade fair on civil security gives a comprehensive market overview Security is a booming topic. The German market alone spent over 24 billion Euros in 2021, up by almost 7,5 percent on the previous year, an excellent omen for Security Essen which is on show at the Essen Trade Fair from September 20 to 23, 2022. The focus at the trade fair will be on an exchange of views on innovations and current industry topics such as cyber security, access solutions, protecting highly sensitive areas or the...

Matrix, a manufacturer of Telecom and Security solutions, looks forward to presenting its security range in INTERSEC 2022, KSA. Happening on 13th - 15th September, this event is focused on innovative solutions across the security domain and more. It will be held at Riyadh Exhibition Centre, King Abdullah Road, King Abdullah Dt., Riyadh 11564, Saudi Arabia. Matrix will be showcasing their IP Video Surveillance solutions, which include enterprise-grade VMS, NVRs, and IP Cameras with resolutions u...

Vigitron Inc, a pioneer in networking solutions designed for the most demanding security applications announces the release of their Vi35136 Hybrid Network Cord Switch. The Vi35136 has 8 copper 1G ports, 24, 1G fiber ports, and 4, 1G/2.5G/10G fiber ports meeting all networking core requirements. When combined with Vigitron’s wide offering of network switches resulting configurations can be designed to meet the most demanding system requirements. Operational security “We designed t...

Camero-tech, an SK Group member founded by Mr. Samy Katsav, a pioneer in developing, producing, and marketing pulsed-based UWB micro-power radar ‘Through Wall Imaging’ systems has received a purchase order for the Xaver™ Long Range radar system – Xaver™ LR40, which enables the detection of live objects behind walls, at distances of more than 50 meters. The Xaver™ LR40 will provide the special forces with a breakthrough operational advantage in hosti...

The Security Industry Association (SIA) has announced that it is developing a new apprenticeship programme to help address the security industry’s workforce challenges, diversify the talent pipeline, and foster career development opportunities within the industry. The initiative will launch in June 2023 as a one-year pilot programme, for which SIA will develop the curriculum, and connect job seekers with security systems integrators for paid apprenticeships featuring on-the-job training,...

IPVideo Corporation announced that the company will be showcasing three new event-driven AI security products: VuroAI, Sentry ERS, and HALO 3C at GSX 2022, booth #2610 in Atlanta, GA from September 12-14. VuroAI Smart Video Telematics  According to the NHTSA and the National Safety Council, there are 9 fatalities a day due to distracted driving, and 1.6 million crashes per year. VuroAI Smart Video Telematics is a complete driver security and fleet m...

Commend Americas, a provider of communication systems and solutions, announced a continuous acceleration of its business as more organisations seek to deploy unified communications solutions across their infrastructures. This demand within the enterprise, healthcare, utilities, and corrections markets has resulted in vertical market growth, strategic customer wins, and prominent industry acceptance of Commend's unified communications portfolio.  Digital transformation As o...

OPTEX, the global sensor manufacturer, will use Security Essen to showcase a range of leading technologies and how they can be combined to create an effective, multi-layered security system. LiDARs REDSCAN Pro Technologies include OPTEX’s award-winning security LiDARs REDSCAN Pro which can create virtual perimeters or protect whole facades up to 100m in length and fibre optic sensors for fenced and buried perimeter applications.  New function...

Integrated security manufacturer TDSi announces its GARDiS range of Controllers and Extension Modules has received UL 294 Certification from Underwriters Laboratories of Canada Inc. The well-respected UL 294 Standard for Access Control System Units rigorously tests the construction, performance, and operation of physical access control equipment and/or systems to provide a trusted assessment for buyer peace of mind. Performance, reliability, and strength John Davies, Managing Director of...

SALTO Systems, a manufacturer of electronic access control and operating system solutions designed to provide a keyless experience for modern buildings will showcase its latest security innovations at the Global Security Exchange (GSX) in Atlanta, September 12-14, 2022. Access control solutions “We’re excited to have GSX hosted again in Atlanta, which is right in our backyard as its home to our U.S. headquarters,” said Steve Burk, SALTO North America Director of Marketing &am...

Certified Social Enterprise and experts in specialist security services, Corps Security, has appointed a new national account director and a new operations director to ensure efficient service delivery across Corps’s new significant contract wins following a period of significant growth. Mark Taylor Mark Taylor has been appointed to national account director at Corps, supporting significant accounts including the portfolio for global commercial real estate services and investment firm CB...

ACRE, a global pioneer providing state-of-the-art security systems, has completed its acquisition of Security Identification Systems Corporation (SISCO.) The combination of ACRE's comprehensive security technology portfolio with SISCO's solutions for credentialing and visitor management fortifies the ability to deliver a wide range of complementary technology options to ACRE's customer base.  SISCO Founded in 1994 in South Florida, SISCO has been dedicated to developing best-in-class vis...

Lynred, a global provider of high-quality infrared (IR) detectors, and Umicore, a circular materials technology company announced the co-development of a next-generation thermal sensing technology that will drastically improve the performance of PAEB (Pedestrian Autonomous Emergency Braking) in adverse lighting conditions at an affordable cost. Inconsistent PAEB performance Every year, approximately 1.3 million people die from road traffic crashes. More than half are vulnerable road users (ped...

Distology, the specialist IT cybersecurity distributor, is announcing that it has acquired Squareball. Based in Berlin, Germany, Squareball specialises in software engineering, product design, solution architecture, and identity access management (IAM) consultancy. Already working with two of Distology’s core vendors, Okta and Auth0, the new partnership will naturally bolster Distology’s European proposition thanks to Squareball’s recognised excellence in the design and implem...

The BSIA has expanded its membership of Euralarm into its Services Section. This section links all services associated with the installation, maintenance, and monitoring of security and fire systems across Europe and internationally. The BSIA was already an active member of the Euralarm Security Section, representing the interests of manufacturers in regulatory and standardisation matters. The BSIA also represents the views of its members in their horizontal compliance, cyber security, and mark...

IDEMIA, the pioneer in Identity technologies, completed the first-of-its-kind mass-scale remote SIM provisioning campaign in the automotive industry with its Automotive Connectivity Manager platform. The Group collaborated with Mercedes-Benz AG to transfer over 700,000 vehicles from one mobile network service provider to another, using over-the-air services. Cloud-based Automotive Connectivity Manager The success of this campaign, which began in 2021 and ended in spring 2022, is the first of...

Pelion, the  IoT-connected device service provider,  launched as an independent company and unveiled its new brand and enhanced offering. As a wholly-owned subsidiary of Arm, Pelion delivers the technology and experience  required to harness the potential  of  the IoT  through its  scalable, easy-to-deploy services, enabling  customers to securely connect and manage devices over their lifetime.   5G and edge AI  “With key trends like 5G and edge AI  enabling distributed intelligenc...

Camden Door Controls introduces to market the first surface mount RIM strike with preload. This CX-EPD1289L grade 1 surface mount RIM strike with latch monitoring also offers a ‘Universal’ strike design that delivers unparalleled application flexibility, with both UL security and fire listings. The number one reason that RIM strikes fail to operate is pressure on the keepers of the strike, which is known as preload. Preload can be caused by differences in air pressure on each side o...

Sielox, an established industry pioneer in layered access control solutions, announces new releases of the company’s industry-proven AnyWare™ Browser Based Mobile Access Control Solution and CLASS™ Emergency Notification and Response Solution. “We continue to evolve our portfolio of layered access control solutions with more features to meet longstanding and evolving challenges for security professionals. The newly released 2.1 versions of Sielox AnyWare and CLASS offer...

Neustar Security Services, a provider of cloud-orientated security services that enable global businesses to thrive online, has expanded its distributed-denial-of-service (DDoS) attack mitigation scrubbing capacity to more than 15 Terabits per second (Tbps) across its worldwide network. Neustar Security Services is committed to maintaining the largest and best-connected, dedicated DDoS and application security network in the world. Increasing global capacity and resilience The company uses mu...

As new technologies incorporate artificial intelligence (AI) and overall uses of AI continue to expand, what protections are in place to prevent its misuse? Artificial intelligence, like any technology or security measure, is not inherently bad. It can, however, be used for nefarious purposes and in ways that were never intended or thought of. ‘Responsible AI Policy’ to protect users Prosegur has created a ‘Responsible AI Policy’ to protect users from potential AI threa...

Blackline Safety Corp., a globally renowned company in connected safety technology, has announced it will unveil the G6 single-gas detector – setting a new standard in connected worker wearables – at the upcoming 2022 National Safety Council (NSC) Safety Congress & Expo, which is to be held from September 19 to September 21, 2022, at the San Diego Convention Center, in San Diego, California, USA. “The challenge was how to bring the increased safety and operational performa...

Idesco Corp., a provider of ID card solutions announced the company has recently expanded its offerings to include comprehensive Visitor Management solutions. ID card solution extension This new addition complements its existing line of ID card solutions and allows the company to offer customers a wide array of products to implement the right visitor management system. With solutions from top brands such as Savance and StopWare, Idesco can help any organisation streamline the flow of visitors...

VIVOTEK, the IP surveillance solution provider, announced that it would be showcasing its power intelligent video management software, VAST Security Station (VSS), for the first time at Booth 5C42 in Hall 5 of 2022's Security Essen in Germany. “The VSS is an integral component of VIVOTEK’s next-generation video management solutions. It offers intuitive services and mechanisms to search, monitor, and manage surveillance footage easily, helping customers get the most out of their VIVO...

PACOM Systems, a pioneer in security systems for complex enterprise multi-site and campus environments announced it would be featuring a sneak peek of its next generation of solutions at the GSX tradeshow on Sept. 12-14 in Atlanta, Georgia. Cloud-based solution PACOM’s newest cloud-based solution is an intelligent, user-friendly, and centrally controlled management platform. This powerful solution is also available on a mobile app to give full control virtually anywhere, anytime.&nb...

Allied Universal, a global security and facility services company, will showcase explosive and firearm detecting canines and Risk 360, an Allied Universal approach to security risk management, at the Global Security Exchange (GSX) conference (Booth #2710) slated for September 12-14th 2022 at the Georgia World Congress Center. The company is also proud to participate in two expert sessions at GSX 2022. Tailored security solutions "Staying ahead in a world of evolving risk with uniquely tailored...