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One of ONVIF's members, Merit Lilin, announced the release of the world's first ONVIF conformant productsOne of ONVIF's members, Merit Lilin, has announced the release of the world's first ONVIF conformant products, including both cameras and an encoder. According to an ONVIF representative, it is only a question of time until we see a wide range of ONVIF conformant products available. The forum now has more than 70 member companies and a recent analysis from IMS Research shows that these compan...
Canon holds 33rd position in Business Week's ranking of top 100 Best Global BrandsCanon, world-leader in imaging solutions, has moved up three places in Business Week's 100 Best Global Brands 2009, an annual ranking of the world's top 100 companies. The study was independently evaluated by Interbrand.The 100 Best Global Brands report identifies the top 100 brands that have managed to create and sustain strong worldwide performance in today's competitive market. To qualify, each brand must derive...
IndigoVision's complete IP Video technology is providing a fully integrated CCTV surveillance solution for the new Mövenpick Tower & Suites Hotel in Doha, Qatar. The 5-star, 350 room, 26-floor hotel is housed in a futuristic building located at the entrance to the prestigious West Bay Area, a booming trade district, only 15 minutes drive from Doha International Airport. The 116 camera system, which was installed by IndigoVision's local approved partner Capital Technology WLL, is seamle...
SC Black dealer programme from Supercircuits promisesto offer security dealers the best value in the industryWith the recent introductions of several new regional Manufacturer Representative Groups and additions to the programme's dedicated sales, support and product management teams, the SC Black dealer programme from Supercircuits is building on its promise to offer security dealers the best value in the industry. Programme elements include a dealer-only website, an exclusive line of premium b...
Honeywell added two infrared (IR) cameras to its Integral-IR Illuminated Camera rangeHoneywell added two infrared (IR) cameras to its Integral-IR Illuminated Camera range that have been designed for maximum performance in both day and night time. The HD4DIRX mini dome and HCD95534X bullet cameras capture clear, high-resolution images even in absolute darkness, employ the latest noise reduction technology and are enclosed in vandal-resistant housings. Both products meet the recurring requirements...
Axis Communications introduces a new level of openness to the security industryWith recent launch of AXIS Camera Application Platform, Axis Communications, the global market leader in the network video market, introduces a new level of openness to the security industry. The open application platform makes it possible for any company to develop downloadable applications for Axis' market-leading range of network cameras and video encoders.Axis is the first company to completely open its network vi...
The partnership demonstrates Avigilon's commitment to security at sports venues around the world Avigilon recently announced that it has been named a founding partner of the National Center for Spectator Sports Safety and Security (NCS4) at the University of Southern Mississippi, a leading-edge academic organisation dedicated to studying techniques to mitigate the security risks inherent with large spectator sport venues. As a founding partner, Avigilon has made a three-year commitment to suppor...
Pelco is pleased to announce many new products, which will all be exhibited at the ASIS International A leader in the manufacturing of video and security equipment, Pelco is pleased to announce many new products, which will all be exhibited at the ASIS International show next week in Anaheim, California. The following are among the new products slated for display at the show (Pelco booth No. 1901, Hall C):High Definition Dome CamerasSetting a new standard of performance and usability for HD IP d...
The city of Burbank, Ill., which neighbours Chicago and has a population of more than 28,000, has installed a new video surveillance system using 22 Sony SNC-RX Series IP network security cameras to aid the police department in preventing and solving crimes. Since completion of the upgrade in November 2008, images captured by the cameras have helped police make more than 13 arrests and recorded evidence for use in more than 45 cases. The cameras are programmed to patrol and move from position to...
SeeTec in the category "Software-only Vendors of Open Platform Network Video Management Software"SeeTec has expanded in 2009 as well. The manufacturer of the most powerful video management software SeeTec 5 has, according to IMS Research, been able to defend their second place EMEA position, in the category "Software-only Vendors of Open Platform Network Video Management Software". The EMEA market share increased by over 4 % to 24.3 % and the gap to the market leader could be...
Samsung Techwin America-CCTV Division appoints Claudemir Martins as Application Engineer Samsung Techwin America-CCTV Division, a leader in the digital video security system industry, recently announced that Claudemir Martins has been hired as the new Application Engineer for the South Cone region of Latin America. Claudemir is responsible for all technical support for customers located in Brazil, Argentina, Paraguay, Uruguay, Bolivia, and Chile."Claudemir's technical background along with...
Honeywell recently held the first in a series of Trained Specifier Certification Seminars at Wembley StadiumHoneywell recently held the first in a series of Trained Specifier Certification Seminars at Wembley Stadium in North London. The seminars are part of a new initiative which will see Honeywell work closely with industry consultants, providing ongoing learning opportunities and equipping them with the tools and knowledge required to be successful. They also aim to develop relationships and...
UK CCTV expert Deputy Chief Constable Graeme Gerrard to deliver keynote address The Law Enforcement and Emergency Services Video Association (LEVA) will host a national-level policy discussion on the expansion of public video surveillance during its 20th Anniversary Training Conference in November. The programme will include a keynote address from Deputy Chief Constable Graeme Gerrard of Cheshire Constabulary, who is considered the U.K.'s leading police authority on CCTV.LEVA's 20th Anniversary...
SC Black represented by 1 Volt Associates, Inc. SC Black, the new branded line of security solutions from Supercircuits, a leading manufacturer and distributor of video surveillance solutions, has appointed 1 Volt Associates, Inc. as their manufacturer's rep organisation for eastern Pennsylvania, southern New Jersey and Delaware."Even in a challenging economy, the need for high-performance video surveillance solutions continues to build," said Steven Camp, District Manager, 1 Volt Asso...
Stephen Jones, new Sales Manager at Milestone SystemsMilestone Systems, the open platform company in IP video management software, has hired security industry professional Stephen Jones as Northern Regional Manager in the United Kingdom.In response to continued growth and development of the partner channel and customer base in the UK, Milestone Systems Ltd. has hired Stephen Jones as Sales Manager for the Northern region. The uptake of IP technology in the physical security sector is creat...
New location expands operations and support for growing EMEA market IQinVision, market leader in high-performance megapixel network cameras, smart IP cameras, and network video recording systems, today announced the relocation of its EMEA office to Amsterdam, Holland. The new strategic location will allow the company to better serve its technology and integrator partners and end users in the expanding region."As part of our ongoing growth and expansion, IQinVision is pleased to annou...
Axis is ranked fourth in the world in the category of vendors providing video surveillance equipment Axis Communications, the global leader in the network video market, maintains its strong market leading position for network cameras and further improves its position in the category - global vendors providing video surveillance equipment. This was published in the latest report from IMS Research.The 2009 edition of the annual IMS Research report, "The World Market for CCTV & Video Surv...
The TSS solution is integrated into a high visibility Mercedes Sprinter van operated by Safer Swansea A PatrolVu mobile digital CCTV system from TSS (Traffic Safety Systems) - part of AD Group - has been successfully deployed to address specific crime and disorder issues in the Swansea area of South Wales, ranging from illegal off-road bikers to underage drinking and anti-social behaviour.The state-of-the-art TSS solution is integrated into a high visibility Mercedes Sprinter van op...
Mission In recent years, the Government of Extremadura has been developing a social communication strategy with the aim of fostering and promoting the most notable aspects of the historic and artistic heritage of its communities. It comes as no surprise that in this community, which is a European hotbed for open-source software development, technology is one of the building blocks on which this strategy is based. Technology is applied in order to enhance the quality and speed of communications...
Honeywell announced that its new Active Alert® v4.7 video analytics solution, has been evaluated by the UK Home Office Scientific Development Branch (HOSDB) and has been confirmed as an Imagery Library for Intelligent Detection Systems (i-LIDS®) approved system both as a primary detection system for operational alert use and as an approved event based recording system for sterile zone monitoring applications. Active Alert v4.7 is therefore now approved for government use in applications...
The challengeThe Crime and Disorder Act was introduced in the UK in 1998. This placed a duty on local government and other organizations to work to reduce crime and the fear of crime.Swindon neighbourhood groups were dissatisfied with the level of property vandalism, drug-related crime and general safety of residents within their area. The five Closed Circuit Television (CCTV) cabled systems operated by the Swindon Borough Council plainly weren't adequate to monitor and protect crime areas withi...
Wigan Town centre experiences the same anti-social problems as every small town in the country and when the existing camera network was in need of upgrading, Skelmersdale based Unique Integrated Systems (UIS) installed more than 50 Bosch Dinion XF Day/Night cameras for the project. Wigan Council approached UIS as it has proven expertise on a number of previous installations, including work on several high schools in the area and the town centre.The entire 500 plus camera network that covers the...
Tom Galvin to direct product management for GVI SecurityGVI Security recently announced that Tom Galvin, technical consultant to manufacturers and software vendors for video surveillance products, security consultant for critical infrastructure projects, monthly columnist, patent holder on voice over IP systems, and founder and ex-president of NetVideo Consulting, will direct product management for the company. On May 21, 2009, GVI announced that it had acquired a suite of Video Management...
Mobotix Group, despite the global financial crisis, reached a sales growth of approximately 27% in 2008/09Mobotix AG, at the forefront of technology as system provider of digital high-resolution network-based video security systems, reports record results for the fiscal year 2008/09, ending on June 30, 2009.The Mobotix Group (IFRS consolidated statements) has, despite the global financial crisis, reached a sales growth of approximately 27% in fiscal year 2008/09, resulting in sales of € 44....
For the seventh year in a row, ISC West is one of the Fastest 50 growing tradeshows in North AmericaFor the seventh year in a row, ISC West has been recognised as one of the Fastest 50 growing tradeshows in North America by leading industry publication Tradeshow Week. ISC West has attained this status every year that Tradeshow Week has conducted the "Fastest 50" programme. Sponsored by the Security Industry Association (SIA) and organised by Reed Exhibitions, ISC West serves over 23,00...
Pelco management welcomes Jean-Baptiste Hazard as Vice President of Pelco Asia PacificPelco management is proud to welcome Jean-Baptiste Hazard as the new Vice President of Pelco Asia Pacific (APAC). Hazard replaces Herve Fages who has taken on the role as Pelco Director of Global Marketing.Hazard joins the Pelco team after more than 10 years with Schneider Electric, working in areas from strategy and logistics to general management. Hazard has considerable experience working in dynamic and chan...
Conway has been producing pan and tilts longer than any other current UK provider UK-based CCTV manufacturer Conway Security Products has updated its flagship pan and tilt to include features that facilitate the unit being supplied for installation directly onto legacy systems.Pan and tilts have a heritage going back to the 1970s and remains a cornerstone of applications where limited lens options mean domes cannot always provide suitable images. Locations such as prison perimeters, motorw...
SIA, DSA to conduct webinar on September 9thSIA, in conjunction with the Document Security Alliance (DSA), will conduct a webinar on proposed revisions to the federal "REAL ID Act" on Wednesday, Sept. 9, at 1 p.m. ET.Real ID established new security requirements for driver's licenses in 2005 that have been strongly opposed by many states and privacy advocates. Sen. Daniel Akaka, D-Hawaii, has proposed the "PASS ID Act" (S. 1261) to replace REAL ID's mandates with requirements...
Axis' sales level on each market was essentially unchanged during the second quarter No change in sales trend• Net sales during the period amounted to SEK 1,074 M (931), and to SEK 542 M (494) for the second quarter• Operating profit during the period totalled SEK 93 M (160), and SEK 46 (92) M for the second quarter• Profit before tax during the period amounted to SEK 92 M (160), and to SEK 46 M (92) for the second quarter• Profit after tax during the period totaled SEK 67 M...
Kathleen Rhodes has assumed responsibilities as Pelco Corporate SpokespersonEffective immediately, Kathleen Rhodes has assumed responsibilities as Pelco Corporate Spokesperson. In this new role, Rhodes is available to address all media requests for Pelco corporate news and information, as well as handle all requests for interviews with Pelco employees.As a member of the Marketing Communications Department at Pelco, Rhodes reports directly to Howard Carder, Senior Marketing Communications Manager...
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