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Sony announces SNC-HM662 360-degree hemispheric-view IP dome camera for indoor and outdoor environments

Sony recently announced the SNC-HM662, a 360-degree hemispheric-view dome IP camera that makes it possible for users to have five megapixel (MP) high-resolution video and a 360-degree view of an area with just one camera. The SNC-HM662 is ideal for both indoor and outdoor environments such as retail outlets, campuses and commercial buildings. It helps users eliminate blind spots and enhance situational awareness. The SNC-HM662 features a 360-degree panomorph lens and is certified as an ImmerVis...

Avigilon demonstrates its new HD Pro camera series at Intersec Dubai 2014

When used in combination with Avigilon’s Control Center software, HD Pro camera provides a superior surveillance solution Clearly demonstrating its commitment to innovation and to solving surveillance challenges for its customers, Avigilon Corporation, a leader in end-to-end surveillance solutions, recently introduced the HD Pro camera series to its product portfolio. The new HD Pro camera delivers high-resolution images with Avigilon’s next-generation bandwidth ma...

Videx Security appoints Gareth Bond as South West Sales Manager

Gareth will undertake customer site surveys and will introduce new Videx access control products to customers Videx Security, the leading supplier of door entry and access control systems, has appointed Gareth Bond as South West Sales Manager. He brings twenty years of experience in the security industry to his new role. The appointment emphasises Videx Security’s commitment to its customers in the South West. In his new position, Gareth will build upon the company's ex...

Bulwark's BW-D2381H3 camera to secure financial, commercial and other verticals

Bulwark’s BW-D2381H3 WDR feature will now be used in various verticals. WDR applications: now and after? Currently, WDR surveillance cameras are employed mainly in the banking and finance sectors. Other common applications are parking lots, big plazas, building entrances, ports, tollbooths, and other areas that are frequently affected by varying light patterns and strong backlight. In order to capture detailed images within the areas of surveillance under the ever changing lighting...

Panasonic announces integrated thermal imaging camera solutions for true 24 hour day/night surveillance

Panasonic System Communications Company Europe (PSCEU) is proud to announce the all new Panasonic integrated thermal surveillance camera solutions for true 24 hour day/night surveillance, with a high-performance specification, fast and easy installation and robust design. Panasonic thermal cameras come as an exciting development for high priority security applications within transportation, utilities, government, commercial and financial markets. The announcement comes from the European R&D...

Honeywell welcomes Globelink Security Systems as authorised dealer for Commercial Security Systems (CSS)

Honeywell’s Authorised Dealer Program supports commercial and industrial security dealers Honeywell recently welcomed Globelink Security Systems (GSS) – a full-service security and alarm systems provider – as a Honeywell Authorised Dealer for Commercial Security Systems (CSS). The family-owned company has provided alarm monitoring, automation, software and video systems to homes and businesses in Oklahoma for nearly 20 years. Local business media outlet, The...

CCTV.co.uk calls for mandatory installation of security cameras in all new buildings in the fight against crime

CCTV.co.uk is convinced that installation and maintenance of security cameras is an investment that will pay for itself The installation of CCTV cameras should be mandatory in all new domestic and commercial premises, says a leading British security company. Just like pro-active care initiatives in the NHS – deterring crime before it happens will lead to huge savings for the Police long-term. Fitting CCTV in homes and businesses as standard will virtually pay for itself...

November shaping up to be a record month for CCTV installations in London says CCTV.co.uk

According to CCTV.co.uk, November also sees a surge in past customers having their existing CCTV systems serviced November is shaping up to be a record month for CCTV installations in London, a leading security company says. The clocks going back to winter time, fear of crime and recent statistics suggesting that November is the peak month for burglaries mean that companies and households are giving serious consideration to beefing up their security. UK-based company CCTV.co...

Industry leaders to support IFSEC International 2014

Research shows that a staggering 92% of exhibitors said that IFSEC International is their preferred event IFSEC International, organised by UBM Live, is excited to announce an extensive range of industry leaders to exclusively showcase their latest solutions at IFSEC International 2014, ExCeL London, from 17th – 19th June 2014. Providing unrivalled access to the entire buying chain, this is the exclusive opportunity for the industry to network with the largest selection...

British Security Industry Association to launch "current landscape" seminar for CCTV in Scotland

BSIA speakers will provide guidance on how to navigate the latest CCTV standards A popular CCTV seminar and exhibition is arriving in Scotland this autumn, and is set to provide Scottish businesses and local authorities with an expert insight into the latest changes in technology and legislation, while exploring recent developments in the CCTV sector. Organised by the British Security Industry Association (BSIA) – the trade association representing the UK’s privat...

IHS reports world market for video surveillance as a service (VSaaS) expected to see annual growth of 17% from 2012 to 2017

The growing popularity of hardware-inclusive billing models has potential to reshape the video surveillance industry Much like the mobile phone industry, the video surveillance industry is turning towards a recurring monthly revenue model that includes the cost of hardware into a monthly service fee, according to a new report from IHS Inc., a leading global source of critical information and insight. The world market for video surveillance as a service (VSaaS) is expected to...

Smart Building Conference 2013 announces keynote speakers

Dr Steven Fawkes and Jeremy Towler will be the keynote speakers at Smart Building Conference 2013 in London The Smart Building Conference 2013, to be held at Dexter House, London, on Tuesday 15 October, will be keynoted by two of British industry’s most renowned authorities on energy efficiency and building systems, the organisers announced recently. The first keynote will be delivered by Dr Steven Fawkes, Chairman of Day One Energy Solutions and author of the &lsqu...

Avigilon announces new 1.3 MP cameras with LightCatcher technology

Avigilon is excited to announce the release of new 1.3 MP HD cameras, featuring the innovative new LightCatcherTM technology. Available in both fixed and dome options, these new cameras  help you get superior color image detail in low-light settings, and are ideal for restaurants, hotels or commercial properties - applications where less-than-ideal lighting conditions exist.            Superior colour image detail, in the dark Avigilon's innovat...

CNL to demonstrate IPSecurityCenter PSIM solutions at ASIS International in Chicago

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...

Honeywell welcomes Marshall Alarm Systems as a Honeywell Authorised Dealer for Commercial Security Systems

Honeywell’s Authorised Dealer Programme supports small, medium and large commercial and industrial security dealers Honeywell recently welcomed Yorktown Heights, N.Y.-based Marshall Alarm Systems (MAS) – a full service electronic security provider– as a Honeywell Authorised Dealer for Commercial Security Systems (CSS). Marshall Alarm Systems is a locally owned systems integrator that specialises in designing and installing commercial and residential security...

SSEDIC announces agenda for its Second International Identity Initiative Conference

SSEDIC’s SIIIC is being hosted in cooperation with EEMA and other major eID initiatives and partners Scoping the Single European Digital Identity Community (SSEDIC), a thematic network for the EC’s Digital Agenda for Europe (DAE), recently announces the agenda for its Second International Identity Initiative Conference (SIIIC). The event will provide a forum to share collective knowledge between current e-identity (eID) projects. The SIIIC takes place at the Ho...

Honeywell to demonstrate MAXPRO Cloud 3.0 at ISC West in Las Vegas

Honeywell’s MAXPRO® Cloud 3.0 allows companies to expand video storage capabilities as needed Honeywell’s newest version of its award-winning, hosted-video system gives companies a greater range of options for storing their critical surveillance clips, an especially important requirement for businesses that must comply with stringent security regulations. MAXPRO Cloud 3.0, now available in North America, is the latest example of how businesses can use the...

Linear announces fourth interactive dealer webinar

The webinar will provide an easy-to-follow guide for planning, promoting and executing events in the community Linear LLC, a leader in residential and commercial access control, emergency response and security solutions, announces its fourth interactive dealer webinar. As part of Linear's online continuing education, Leveraging Local Events and Partnerships, will take place on Wednesday, March 6, 2013 at 1:00 PM ET / 10:00 AM PST and provide an easy-to-follow guide for plannin...

DRS MICROSITE: DRS announces agreement with Cypress Semiconductor to manufacture uncooled infrared detectors

DRS will transfer its state-of-the-art Microbolometer technology for uncooled infrared detectors to Cypress for high-volume manufacturing DRS Technologies, Inc., a Finmeccanica Company, and Cypress Semiconductor Corp. recently announced that DRS will transfer its state-of-the-art Microbolometer technology for uncooled infrared detectors to Cypress for high-volume manufacturing. The proprietary production process, developed by the Network and Imaging Systems (NIS) divisio...

G4S Secure announces Tom Walton as Regional Director of Business Development

Tom Walton brings business, sales and training leadership experience to the job G4S Secure Solutions (USA) is proud to announce Tom Walton has joined the company as Regional Director of Business Development supporting the Mid-Atlantic and Northeast Regions. Walton brings an extensive safety and security track record combined with impressive business, sales and training leadership experience to the job. “I am excited to be joining the world’s largest security solut...

Linear LLC adds Z-Wave products to its wireless and residential offering

Linear LLC, a leader in residential and commercial access control, emergency response and security solutions, announces the addition of Z-Wave products to its innovative line of wireless residential and commercial offerings.  As a result of purchasing certain assets from Advanced Control Technologies, Inc., Linear will begin to manufacture, sell and distribute a Z-Wave product line, which is a major step towards unifying appliances, lighting, other security systems, and more, into an integr...

CNL Software announces partnership with Senstar Corporation

Senstar will be able to provide customers with the option to use integrated PSIM solutions CNL Software, a world leader in Physical Security Information Management (PSIM) software, is pleased to announce that it has partnered with Senstar Corporation, the world’s largest manufacturer and supplier of perimeter intrusion detection sensors to provide integrated perimeter security solutions. For close to 30 years, Senstar’s perimeter intrusion detection products have...

Elpas announces new Man-Down Emergency Call Transmitter, an active RIFD tag

Elpas, part of Tyco Security Products and a recognised global provider of RTLS Safety, Security and Visibility Solutions, announces the availability of its new Man-Down Emergency Call Transmitter. The Man-Down Emergency Call Transmitter is a holster-worn Active RFID Tag which delivers wireless monitoring and tracking of lone workers, prison guards and security personnel who may be subject to attack or injury in high-risk workplace environments. The transmitter combines RF/IR/LF indoor RTLS tech...

Global Security Summit’s inaugural education programme to focus on logical and physical security solutions

This event for end users with security management responsibilities features a two-day educational programme With big names from the world of security, finance, Government and policing in attendance, Global Security Summit London (www.globalsecurity-summit.com) organisers UBM Live and Pro-Activ Publications have announced the inaugural show’s two-day, sector-driven education programme for 10-11 October 2012. This bespoke event for end users with security management and c...

Sean Ackroyd joins Harper Chalice Group as new Business Development Manager

Sean Ackroyd to boost UK sales for Harper's new perimeter intrusion detection systems Sean Ackroyd has joined Harper Chalice Group Limited to spear-head the UK sales of their FenceSecure and WallSecure™electronic perimeter intrusion detection systems. Sean has more than 25 years’ electronic security industry experience and has worked at all levels from installation engineer to Branch Manager. Graham Harper, Managing Director of Harper Chalice Group Limited stated,...

Texecom launches free online forum for customers and industry professionals

Texecom's forum will help keep customers updated with the latest developments from Texecom Texecom has launched a free online forum where customers and industry professionals can ask questions, discuss and learn about new developments from the company and within the security industry. Between the knowledge, experience and expertise of the company’s own staff and the community of security professionals, Texecom expects the new forum to offer an ideal platform for trouble...

AD Network Video wins Integrated Security Product of the Year category at IFSEC 2012

AD Network Video wins award for its FireVu integrated VSD solution AD Network Video - part of AD Group and sister company of Dedicated Micros– has won the Integrated Security Product of the Year category at the prestigious IFSEC 2012 Security Industry Awards for its FireVu integrated VSD Solution which provides early detection and visual verification of smoke and fire for commercial buildings. “We are extremely pleased the FireVu Solution has received recognition...

Security systems integration specialists, Quadrant Security Group launches new look website

Website to have specifications for key sectors, such as transport, utilities and public space Security systems integration specialist Quadrant Security Group (QSG), part of Quadnetics Group, has launched a new look website designed to highlight the specific solutions available for key sectors – www.qsg.co.uk. ­ Professionals working in transport, utilities, public space, banking, high security, the commercial sector and for the police, will be able to visit their ow...

Honeywell welcomes NICI as authorised dealer for Commercial Security Systems

The programme is designed for dealers with expertise in intrusion and fire, video surveillance and access control Honeywell recently welcomed National Industrial Communications Inc. (NICI) as a Honeywell Authorised Dealer for Commercial Security Systems (CSS). The Winnipeg-based integrator provides a broad range of services including CCTV, nurse call systems, wandering patient alerts, access control, intercom and public address systems. Founded in 1998, the company has design...

Mul-T-Lock’s Watchlock padlock receives Physical Security Product of the Year at IFSEC 2012

The Physical Security Product of the Year category showcased the highest quality physical security products Mul-T-Lock UK is celebrating after the newly launched Watchlock intelligent high security padlock won Physical Security Product of the Year at this year’s IFSEC Security Industry Awards. The award winning Watchlock from Mul-T-Lock combines a high security padlock, GPS locating system and SIM card based communication technologies to provide real time event and loca...

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