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Mobotix Group defies global crisis - reports record results in fiscal year 2008/09

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....

ISC West one of the "Fastest 50" growing trade shows in N. America

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 welcomes Jean-Baptiste Hazard as new VP of Pelco Asia Pacific

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 offers new insights into Pan & Tilt cameras

 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 explains what the PASS ID Bill means for security businesses

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 publishes interim report January–June 2009

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...

Pelco appoints new Corporate Spokesperson

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...

Samsung Techwin expand sales team to Spain and Portugal

Samsung Techwin appoints Miguel Cabeza as Technical Manager and Carlos Gomez Lopez as Sales ManagerSamsung Techwin's professional security division has further expanded its European activities with the recruitment of three experienced professionals to represent the company in Spain and Portugal.Alfonso Castano who has been appointed Business Development Manager has most recently been working as a freelance security consultant but was previously with Panasonic for seven years where he w...

University of Toronto safeguards all at “Festival of Excellence” with Avigilon HD Surveillance System

 Organisers of track and field event deploy Aviglon's security solution to deliver a safe and secure environment In June, 2009, the University of Toronto hosted a world-class track and field meet featuring such renowned international athletes as Usain Bolt and Shawn Chambers, Gold and Silver medalists at the Beijing 2008 Olympics. Making the safety and security of spectators and athletes a top priority, U of T deployed the Avigilon HD Surveillance System including two Avigilon 16 megapixel...

Axis and Encom join forces to protect Irish chocolate factory

Lily O'Brien's - an Irish success story The luxury chocolate manufacturer was founded in 1992 by Mary Ann O'Brien and named after her daughter, Lily. Since then the company has built a reputation for excellence in innovation, and has become internationally recognized for its unique recipes, taking inspiration from classic dessert recipes from across the globe. The company makes up to 65 tons of chocolate each week and exports 80% of its products. All products are manufactured at a 36,000 square...

MOBOTIX network video: new insight for the automotive industry

Intelligent, attractive and likeable Intelligence, good looks, dedication - these professed brand values of the Czech automotive manufacturer Skoda a.s. have made a major contribution to the fact that this car brand is becoming increasingly popular in Germany. While "intelligence" reflects the claim of developing products with outstanding functionality as well as customer-oriented detailed solutions at excellent value for the money, "good looks" describes the pioneering design concept. "Dedicat...

The wind of change protected by Siemens in Spain

Siemens has recently completed a comprehensive and fully interoperable security solution for a wind turbine and blades manufacturer in the south of Spain, whose primary objective is to generate a type of sustainable energy that benefits both society and its stakeholders. The wind turbine manufacturing company was established in the south of Spain to focus on environmental and technological advancement in wind power. With more than 20,000 square meters of installations, it is one of the most pre...

Pelco becomes official partner of Energy Star

Pelco is proud to announce that the company is now an official ENERGY STAR PartnerPelco is now an official ENERGY STAR Partner. Pelco earned this honour as a result of the company's ongoing "Go Green" Initiative.ENERGY STAR made the partnership official on June 2, 2009. Pelco applied for the partnership after more than two years of dedication to conserve energy, through efforts from facility-wide recycling to installing improved lighting."We are dedicated to doing our part to prot...

Samsung Electronics provides materials to the Tavcom Training Centre

   Workshop Manager Jim Hallet sets up new Samsung Electronics equipment at the Tavcom Training Centre Delegates attending CCTV and Network IP courses at the Tavcom Training Centre will find the wide range of security equipment in the company's electronic workshops has once again been extended and improved after the company received generous support from Samsung Electronics, one of the world's leading manufacturers. Samsung recently donated a valuable selection of di...

Mirasys Classwatch AV recording technology assists teachers at Stockwell Park High School

Classwatch system uses Mirasys software to secure new Stockwell Park High School in South London Recently, teachers at the new Stockwell Park High School in South London unveiled the latest in school surveillance equipment, demonstrating a system they say has already made a major impact on safety throughout the school. Classwatch, an audio visual system that uses software from surveillance specialist Mirasys, has been installed around the new school and promises to transform the effect...

Octavian Security in counter-terrorism programme

The aim of the session is to explore ways businesses can aid in prevention of attacks Personnel from Octavian Security will be updated on the latest in counter terrorism measures at a special briefing with Nottinghamshire Police.The multimedia session, being hosted by Octavian Security, is part of Project Argus, an initiative launched by the National Terrorism Security Office.Taking people through a simulated attack, the aim of the session is to explore ways in which businesses across the countr...

BSIA provides guide to video content analysis

 Video Content Analysis is also known as intelligent video analyticsWith video analytics a key technological development in the UK CCTV market, the British Security Industry Association (BSIA) has published a guide to Video Content Analysis (VCA). Pauline Norstrom, BSIA CCTV Section Chairman, comments: "Video Content Analysis, also known as intelligent video analytics, is the name given to the automatic analysis of CCTV images to create useful information about the content. VCA has a w...

Top Pelco products go wireless with integration of Fluidmesh Networks platforms

Pelco and Fluidmesh® products easily integrate with each otherPelco and Fluidmesh Networks are pleased to announce the successful integration of Fluidmesh wireless platforms with multiple top Pelco video products.Pelco and Fluidmesh® products easily integrate with each other, creating some of the best video security solutions and security projects in the market, according to Pelco management."We are pleased to have successfully integrated our video security products with Fluidmesh,...

Redstone recruit Physical Security Specialist

Redstone Converged Solutions has appointed Daniel Solomons as its Physical Security SpecialistRedstone Converged Solutions has appointed Daniel Solomons as its Physical Security Specialist.Daniel, who for the last three years was a Sales Executive for Frontline Security Solutions, will work alongside   Redstone Converged Solutions' Business Development Managers to design and specify IP based electronic security solutions for the company's growing list of clients.Redstone Converged Solu...

Axis - Making the difference for retail

Highgate House - Venue for the Industry Solution SeminarIndustry Solution Seminar - 29th September 2009Security is often a focus, but an IP-Surveillance system also has benefits for those working in merchandising, human resources and customer services. Network video solutions can provide a wide variety of specialist applications such as people counting, customer behaviour analysis and POS integration, all adding up to a compelling return on customer investment. Working with their partners Genete...

Sony Professional announces new fixed mini dome camera

SSC-CD13VP, equipped with enhanced sensitivity and heightened image resolution Sony has launched a new high performance, fixed mini dome analogue camera. More competitively priced than ever before, the SSC-CD13VP is set to bring improved surveillance capabilities to a broader market. Fixed mini dome cameras are ideal for monitoring areas that require less visible devices and have been in high demand for use in retail outlets and on building exteriors. But to date price has been prohibitive....

US Eastern Seaboard enlists help from Rainbow CCTV

Over 800 camera units have been installed at the loading centreVandal-resistant mini dome cameras from California-based Rainbow CCTV have been installed at loading centres operated by leading transportation company South-eastern Freight Lines. South-eastern Freight Lines are a prominent less-than-truckload (LTL) carrier in the general commodities sector with a fleet of 2,700 tractors and 7,850 trailers which allows the company to consolidate freight from multiple shippers into single truckloads....

G4S obtains all-important national infrastructure contract with Sutton & East Surrey Water

The contract will ensure better compliance with security guidelines G4S Secure Solutions, the largest security solutions company in the UK and Ireland, has won the contract to provide a major electronic security protection system to Sutton East Surrey Water. The contract will see G4S install and maintain CNIguard smart sensoring systems at 33 Sutton East Surrey Water service reservoirs across east Surrey, parts of west Sussex, west Kent and south London. The contract recognises G4S's position as...

Samsung Techwin America announces appointment of Julia Morgenstern to management team

Julia Morgenstern, new Marketing Manager, Samsung Techwin America - CCTV DivisionSamsung Techwin America-CCTV Division, a leader in the digital video security system industry, today announced that Julia Morgenstern has been hired as the new Marketing Manager to handle all marketing efforts in both North America and Latin America. "With the growth of our CCTV Division and the expansion of our product line, it became necessary to add to our management team to help support our marketing progra...

Pedro Duarte in charge of all North America and Latin America sales for Samsung Techwin

Samsung Techwin announced promotion of Pedro Duarte to V.P. of Sales for the AmericasSamsung Techwin America-CCTV Division, a leader in the digital video security system industry, today announced that Pedro Duarte has been promoted to V.P. of Sales for the Americas, including all of North and Latin America. Pedro previously held the position of V.P. of Latin America Sales for Samsung Techwin America. "Pedro's talent, experience, determination, and drive have made him very successful in the...

Mayflex introduces free CCTV over IP networking courses in Birmingham

 Mayflex conducts two new free of charge training courses for its customers in conjunction with C-NetMayflex, the cabling infrastructure, networking and physical security solutions distributor, has introduced two new free of charge training courses for its customer base. The CCTV over IP networking courses are being held from September onwards at Mayflex's headquarters in Birmingham. The courses are being held in conjunction with C-Net. Mayflex has partnered with C-Net for a number of...

Pelco IP Road Shows – Only half-way and already a success

 Pelco has announced that its IP Road Shows have been a huge success, with more than 1,200 participants to datePelco has announced that its IP Road Shows have been a huge success, with more than 1,200 participants to date. "We are just about half way through our Road Show schedule, and we are very pleased with the fantastic response and large number of sign-ups to date," says Paul Novak, Vice President of Industry Solution Sales. "We continue to encourage people to sign up fo...

Mayflex continues recruitment drive

Mayflex has appointed Peter Hawtin as Infrastructure Product Manager, a newly created role to the companyMayflex, the cabling infrastructure, networking and physical security solutions distributor, has appointed Peter Hawtin as Infrastructure Product Manager, a newly created role to the company. Peter joins Mayflex with over 20 years of experience working in the networking and cabling industry and has also sat on BSI and ISO cabling standards committees, most recently Peter has been accepted as&...

Honeywell opens training centre of excellence in the Netherlands for security professionals

 Honeywell's new facility provides security installers, consultants and specifiers with training on business critical topicsHoneywell announced the opening of a state-of-the-art Training Centre of Excellence (TCoE) in Purmerend, The Netherlands. The facility is designed to provide security installers, consultants and specifiers with training on business critical topics covering the specification, installation, maintenance and monitoring of security systems. The courses, which are...

School's hallway design presents challenge for surveillance - Arecont Vision and Theia Technologies deliver

Arecont Vision helps Salem High School improve video surveillance with fewer camerasA hexagonal hallway connects three wings at one of the oldest comprehensive high schools in New Jersey, presenting a unique video surveillance challenge. The multiple angles of the hexagonal design at Salem High School in Salem, N.J. suggested a need for more than the usual number of cameras to cover the area with lenses that could limit the views. The hexagonal hallway dilemma was just one of the quandaries solv...

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