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Axis network cameras promote historic, natural and cultural heritage of Extremadura

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 Active Alert® v4.7 receives i-LIDS® classification from UK Home Office

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...

Swindon Borough Council employs Xtralis ADPRO for multi-site video security

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 uses Bosch cameras to sharpen its view on crime

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...

German diplomats in Moscow rely on Geutebruck CCTV

Following a security upgrade in 2008, German embassy staff in Moscow now live in a residential compound protected by a Geutebruck CCTV system. Renovated to European standards between 1996 and 2001, the embassy accommodation in Soviet-style tower blocks in the south east of the Russian capital is usually reserved for its own staff, but vacant flats are also let to German business people on a temporary basis. The German school and the German kindergarten are also located within the compound, as ar...

Axis Industry Solution Seminar: 'Making the Difference for Retail'

 Network video solutions can provide a wide variety of specialist applications Axis Communications would like to invite you to attend their Retail Solution Seminar.An IP-Surveillance system 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.Worki...

Pelco IP video system charged with the protection of Turkish airport

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport has chosen the Pelco Endura 2.0 IP video systemPelco Management is pleased to announce that Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport has chosen the Pelco Endura 2.0 IP video system. Built to accommodate the growing number of international flights to this booming metropolis, this new airport will serve more than 25 million passengers a year.The new Endura 2.0 system will have more than 1,300 cameras, of which approximately 900 are Sarix megapixel c...

Axis implements optimum surveillance for City Inn Manchester

City Inn Manchester now has a high-quality, advanced surveillance system from AxisMissionFollowing a spate of thefts that its existing analogue-based CCTV surveillance system failed to pick up, City Inn in Manchester, UK, decided to upgrade its system for a higher quality, more advanced solution. The hotel approached Axis partner Kings Security to provide a solution with extensive camera coverage and increased recording capacity. As the analogue system was a recent investment, the hotel was keen...

SANYO modernises North West Leicestershire District Council control room

North West Leicestershire District Council's CCTV control room upgraded with Sanyo DVRsThe operators in North West Leicestershire District Council's CCTV control room are understandably very busy people. As well as monitoring images from a large number of CCTV cameras located at Coalville and Ashby-de-la Zouch town centres, they also have need to react quickly and effectively to any suspicious activity they may observe at various council owned properties. The control room is located in what was...

Thermal imaging seminars from the Infrared Training Center in 2009 / 2010

Advanced training course for integrating FLIR Systems thermal imaging cameras into a network FLIR Systems is the world's largest supplier of thermal imaging cameras that are being used for a wide variety of night vision applications. As a market-leading enterprise, we would like to share our specialist product knowledge and technology expertise with our partners and other interested parties. Our training organisation, the Infrared Training Center (ITC), is the world leader in...

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...

Samsung Techwin introduce large-format professional monitors

Samsung Techwin's 32" SM-320MX and the 40" SM-400MX are designed for professional 24/7 security applications Samsung Techwin has launched two new large-format professional display monitors.The 32" SM-320MX and the 40" SM-400MX are designed for professional 24/7 security applications where reliability is just as important as high-resolution video display. High contrast 1366 x 768 resolution screens ensure crystal clear images whilst a built-in fan ensures reliability and...

Bank of China commends Hikvision’s camera products

Hikvision products recognised and approved by one of the four state-owned commercial banksBank of China, one of the four major state-owned banks in China, recently announced the results of the latest tender of video surveillance equipments. Hikvision's camera products, for the very first time, are enlisted due to its prime quality, high performance and stability, as well as company's overall technical advance.The tender is open for all video surveillance companies in the market, and enlisted com...

Dedicated Micros introduces high performance Hybrid SD Advanced digital video recorder

The hybrid SD Advanced builds on the extensive features of the popular SD Range Dedicated Micros - part of AD Group - is targeting the mid-range CCTV market with its new SD Advanced Hybrid DVR (Digital Video Recorder).The hybrid SD Advanced comes in 32, 16 or 8 channel models and builds on the extensive features of the company's popular SD Range with added capabilities such as IP streaming and recording, front panel local control, VGA main monitor support and the ability to configure the Oracle...

Arecont Vision and Instek collaboration reveals NVR integration with H.264 megapixel cameras

Oklahoma Casino benefits from seamless integration Arecont Vision, the industry leader in IP-based megapixel camera technology, and Instek Digital, the leader in NVR and Hybrid DVR solutions are pleased to announce their extended partnership, to offer a seamless and fully integrated solution with the industry's first full line of H.264 megapixel IP cameras. "Our proven success in IP megapixel technology has built a strong track record for NVR integration partnerships," said S...

First ONVIF conformant products launched

 Merit Lilin launch first ONVIF conformant products Merit Lilin, a Taiwanese CCTV solution company and ONVIF member, recently released the world's first ONVIF conformant network video products including high speed dome cameras, external IR cameras, and a standalone video encoder.ONVIF member Merit Lilin released the world's first ONVIF conformant productsRelease of products further confirms ONVIF's significance in the IP surveillance marketONVIF conformant products will be listed on ONVIF's...

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...

South Korea handpicked COE technology for surveillance in the Seoul Metropolitan Subway network

  COE will be delivering automated camera tracking software COE Limited, a global leader in the design and manufacture of video surveillance technologies, with its partner Dong Young, announces another success in South Korea in winning the contract to provide the video surveillance solution for lines 1, 3 and 4 of the Seoul Metropolitan Subway network.  In annual ridership, Seoul Metropolitan Subway ranks as the third most heavily used subway system in the world, serving over 8 millio...

Optelecom-NKF releases second quarter 2009 results

Optelecom-NKF is focusing on their vision, developing leading video security and traffic solutions Optelecom-NKF, Inc., a leading global provider of Siqura® advanced IP-video network solutions, today announced second quarter 2009 results.Revenues for the second quarter totaled $10.0 million compared to $11.3 million for the same quarter one year earlier.  Revenues increased sequentially from $8.6 million reported in the first quarter this year.The company reported a net loss of $127 th...

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...

Optelecom-NKF and Traficon will present the very first codec integrated with Automatic Incident Detection (AID) technology at ITS Stockholm 2009

 Intelligent IP video networking combined with cutting-edge traffic analyticsOptelecom-NKF, Inc., a leading global producer of advanced IP video surveillance solutions marketed under the brand Siqura®, today announced its partnership with AID expert, Traficon, and Swedish systems integrator, ISG, in presenting the Siqura TrafficServer™ at ITS Stockholm 2009 (September 21-25, 2009). Optelecom-NKF and Traficon initiated their collaboration in 2008 with the intention of developing th...

IndigoVision produces high-performance IP video Network Video Recorders

 The new Compact and NVR-AS 3000 range  IndigoVision will be revealing for the first time a new range of high-performance standalone Network Video Recorders (NVRs) for its complete end-to-end IP Video solution at the ASIS 2009 show. The new NVR-AS 3000 range has more than double the performance of the company's existing models and has excellent green credentials with extremely low power consumption.Each NVR can record video and audio from up to 64 cameras and playback up to 20 video st...

Optelecom-NKF appoints two prominent executives to the Board of Directors

Optelecom-NKF apponts Sandra K. Bushue and John J. Marcello to the corporate board of directorsOptelecom-NKF, Inc. recently announced the appointment of executives Sandra K. Bushue and John J. Marcello to its corporate board of directors."We are fortunate to have the leadership, expertise, and experience of both Ms. Bushue and Major General Marcello as we continue to advance our goal of building the Company into a premier global provider of advanced IP-video network solutions,&quo...

Dedicated Micros' NetVu Connected CCTV technology provides innovative solution to Millennium Point's surveillance needs

Millennium Point in Birmingham, West MidlandsNetVu Connected CCTV technology from Dedicated Micros - part of AD Group - is playing a key role at the £114 million Millennium Point, situated in Birmingham in the West Midlands, an impressive flagship development and the largest Millennium Project outside of London. Created specifically to encourage science, technology and education in the region, it is now home to the innovative Thinktank - Birmingham's award-winning Science Museum - that fea...

Intersec Thailand - professional trading forum for the security and safety industry

Intersec Thailand, International Trade Fair for Security and SafetyThe first edition of Intersec Thailand will take place at the Bangkok International Trade and Exhibition Centre from 2 - 4 November 2010. This biennial event is organised by Messe Frankfurt HK Ltd and IPEX - International Promotion & Exhibition Co Ltd, supported by the Thai government's Thailand Convention and Exhibition Bureau (TCEB) and trade associations including the Asian Professional Security Association - Thailand Chap...

Dedicated Micros finalist in Security Excellence Awards for International Achievement

Dedicated Micros, finalist in the International Achievement category Dedicated Micros - part of AD Group - announces that it is a finalist in the prestigious Security Excellence Awards 2009 under the International Achievement category.The award submission, which resulted in Dedicated Micros being shortlisted by the judges, underlined its position as a world leader in the manufacture of CCTV solutions for security applications from megapixel IP cameras to high performance, high definition, record...

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...

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...

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