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VIVOTEK joins Physical Security Interoperability Alliance for open standard compatibility

VIVOTEK joins PSIA to further fulfil its commitment to the interoperability and standardisation of IP surveillance devicesVIVOTEK is proud to announce that the company has joined the PSIA (Physical Security Interoperability Alliance) organisation in an attempt to further fulfil its commitment to the interoperability and standardisation of IP surveillance devices.The PSIA is a global consortium focused on promoting interoperability of IP-enabled security devices across all segments of the securit...

New OnSSI software supports PSIA and ONVIF standards

"OnSSI has taken a leading role in expanding interoperability solutions" On-Net Surveillance Systems, Inc.(OnSSI), the leading supplier of IP video surveillance control and management software, has launched an updated edition of their Camera Pack software. The new Camera Pack, v4.6 is one of the industry's first camera driver packs that is both PSIA (Physical Security Interoperability Alliance) and ONVIF (Open Network Video Interface Forum) compliant, supporting standards from...

So Secure receives Certificate of Excellence from the SSAIB

So Secure receives Certificate of Excellence for fulfilling insurance and industry standardSo Secure, specialist supplier of security services to the Kent, Sussex, Surrey and London areas, has received its Certificate of Excellence from the SSAIB (Security Systems Alarms Inspection Board) following its fourth successful visit.The SSAIB award scheme works on faultless inspections. So Secure is visited by the organisation approximately every six months, who then inspect installations and...

BSIA approves National CCTV Oversight Body appointment

The new Oversight Body will develop national standards for installation and use of CCTV in public spacesThe British Security Industry Association (BSIA) has welcomed the announcement from the Home Office on its formation of the National CCTV Oversight Body and decision to appoint an interim CCTV regulator.Among several responsibilities, the oversight body will develop the national standards for the installation and use of CCTV in public spaces, determine training requirements for users and raise...

BSIA applauds 'top-up training' for door supervisors

BSIA welcomes the consultation paper on the proposed introduction of additional training for door supervisorsThe British Security Industry Association (BSIA) has welcomed the Government's consultation paper on the proposed introduction of additional training for door supervisors.Launched in December 2009, the consultation aims to make new skills in physical intervention, first aid, dealing with young people and awareness of the threat of terrorism, a basic requirement for all door superviso...

VIVOTEK USA brings IP surveillance to New Orleans

VIVOTEK USA ended the year on a high note by participating in CCTV Imports' Holiday Tradeshow and PartyVIVOTEK USA ended the year on a high note by participating in CCTV Imports' Holiday Tradeshow and Party held in the heart of the French Quarter in New Orleans. As usual, VIVOTEK had a strong presence and showed off the latest unique IP cameras, including the IP7361 2MP Outdoor Bullet Camera and the IP8161 H.264 2MP Fixed Camera. Though the party had a retro theme, there was nothing retro about...

IMS Research predicts a global transition to IP video surveillance

The latest data from IMS Research suggests that the global video surveillance market will increase by 3%The latest data from IMS Research suggests that the global video surveillance market will increase by 3%. This figure is significantly lower than historical market growth and is reflective of the severe impact of the economic slowdown on the video surveillance industry.Report author and IMS Research analyst Gary Wong states, "The economic downturn has undoubtedly impacted global video sur...

IQinVision updates IQU Program to accommodate demand for training on its network security cameras

IQinVision's flagship IQU Certification Program has been updated and consolidated into a one-day trainingIQinVision, market leader in high-performance HD megapixel network cameras, smart IP cameras, and network video recording systems, recently announced that the company's flagship IQU Certification Program has been updated and consolidated into a one-day training. The more targeted, efficient IQU comes in response to graduate feedback and the increase in global demand for more training sessions...

VIVOTEK launches the 1st VIVOTEK IP Video Solution Awards

The awards are a perfect opportunity for VIVOTEK partners to showcase their achievementsVIVOTEK is pleased to announce the 1st VIVOTEK IP Video Solution Awards, offering the perfect opportunity for their partners to showcase their achievements and raise their company's profile via VIVOTEK's marketing channels.Open to all VIVOTEK distributor partners, the awards seek to recognise excellence in the following categories: Best Megapixel Solution, Best Vertical Market Solution, Most Innovative S...

QNAP to showcase network surveillance solutions at Intersec Dubai 2010 tradeshow

QNAP will showcase its entire lineup of high performance VioStor Network Video Recorders at Intersec Dubai 2010QNAP Security, a world class manufacturer of PC-less Network Video Recorder solutions for the corporate security/surveillance market is pleased to announce its participation at Intersec Dubai 2010. QNAP will showcase its entire lineup of high performance VioStor Network Video Recorders including the award-winning, high performance 40-channel/ 36-channel/ 24-channel VS-8040/ VS-8032/ VS-...

SightLogix, automated outdoor surveillance systems supplier, appoints Monfort Electronics as manufacturer’s representative

SightLogix has named Monfort Electronics Marketing, Inc. as manufacturer's representativeSightLogix, the leading supplier of automated outdoor surveillance systems for wide area and perimeter security, has named Monfort Electronics Marketing, Inc. as Manufacturer's Representative in the states of Michigan, Ohio, West Virginia, Kentucky and Indiana.Monfort Electronics has served the video, access control, IT infrastructure, communications and security markets for more than fifty years as a manufa...

Samsung Techwin Europe Ltd to supply all Samsung CCTV security products across Europe

Samsung Electronics as well as Samsung Techwin security product lines now available across Europe As of 1st January 2010 Samsung Techwin Europe has taken on responsibility for supplying and supporting existing Samsung Electronics security product lines as well as Samsung Techwin security product lines across Europe.This follows the recent announcement regarding the transfer of assets, human resources and liabilities of the electronic security business of Samsung...

artec's MULTIEYE software enabled with support for Axis cross line function

artec technologies AG will support the cross line function offered by Axisartec technologies AG has announced that from now on the Cross Line Function offered by Axis will be supported. The new application, which now is available for AXIS P3301 and AXIS P3301-V, allows the virtual display of a trip line. If a moving object passes over this line an event can be activated. The MULTIEYE® HYBRID/NET software in connection with the new software module "MULTIEYE® Senso...

Axis Communications UK, the global leader in network video market, celebrates partnership successes with awards

Axis holds annual awards in recognition of the very best projects, people and technologyAxis Communications UK & Ireland's partner programme includes technology, application development and channel partners. Each year, to celebrate the success of these partnerships, Axis holds annual awards in recognition of the very best projects, people and technology.The 2009 categories and winners are: Distribution Partner of the Year 2009 - ADI Global Distribution: ADI has been the fastest growing distr...

Infinova to introduce a new family of IP/Megapixel cameras, high speed, high definition PTZ Dome, at ISC West

Infinova will introduce a new family of IP and megapixel cameras at ISC West 2010Infinova recently announced that it will introduce a full new family of IP and megapixel cameras that will help integrators provide their customers with a cost-managed approach for moving to IP. Infinova wants to enable organisations to move to IP as budgets and requirements dictate while also extending the life of their existing analogue surveillance systems.The new family, to be formally introduced at IS...

OnSSI expands IP video surveillance team with new R&D Director

On-Net Surveillance Systems has appointed Prem Kuchi as Director, Research and DevelopmentOn-Net Surveillance Systems, Inc. (OnSSI) has named Prem Kuchi to the position of Director, Research and Development. Prem, who has impressive credentials in the fields of video management and software analytics, will play a key role in building the next generation of OnSSI's Physical Security Information platform."This is an exciting time for OnSSI as we continue to expand our vision fo...

IP surveillance firm Optelecom-NKF names Senior Director of Federal Business Development

Optelecom-NKF has appointed Daniel Connole as its Senior Director of Federal Business DevelopmentOptelecom-NKF, Inc., a leading global provider of Siqura® IP surveillance solutions, recently appointed Daniel Connole as its Senior Director of Federal Business Development. Mr. Connole is responsible for developing and expanding the company's footprint within federal civilian agencies, the U.S. Department of Defense, and Intelligence community.Mr. Connole's focus will be on accelerating re...

Honeywell conducts Technology Day for installers and systems integrators

Honeywell recently held a Technology Day for its Installers and Systems IntegratorsHoneywell recently held a Technology Day for its Installers and Systems Integrators. Part of the Honeywell Partner of Choice events series, it took place at Mercedes Benz World in Surrey, and provided delegates with the opportunity to learn about Honeywell's latest innovative security solutions from product experts. Topics included IP solutions, managed access control, ACUIX ES PTZ camera portfolio, video analytic...

BSIA to attend Intersec Dubai, the international security exhibition, for the twelfth year

British Security Industry Association (BSIA) will be facilitating a visit of 50 UK companies to Intersec Dubai 2010For the twelfth year running the British Security Industry Association (BSIA) will be facilitating a visit of 50 UK companies to Intersec Dubai 2010 - the international meeting platform for security, safety and fire protection companies.The exhibition plays a major role in reflecting the security industry worldwide and will be an excellent opportunity for UK companies to showcase th...

Axis President and CEO Ray Mauritsson honoured for contribution to global security industry

President and CEO of Axis Communications figured in Top 10 Contributors in Global Security IndustryWith excellent achievements of Axis and outstanding contributions to the security industry, Mr. Ray Mauritsson, President and CEO of Axis Communications, was honoured with Top 10 Contributors in Global Security Industry by international and domestic experts. This was announced by the committee of CPSE, professional security exhibition with the largest scale in the world along with China Public...

Basler Vision Technologies integrates IP cameras with AVerMedia's DVR/NVR products

Basler IP cameras integrate with AVerMedia's leading line of Windows and Linux based DVRs/NVRsBasler Vision Technologies, one of the world's leading machine vision companies, announced recently that they have teamed with AVerMedia® Information, Inc. USA to integrate Basler IP cameras with AVerMedia's leading line of Windows and Linux based DVRs/NVRs. Currently AVerMedia has integrated the whole range of Basler's IP camera models, including the BIP-640c, BIP-1000...

OnSSI, the leader in IP-based video surveillance, recognised by Axis as North American “Development Partner of the Year”

OnSSI recognised as North American Application Development Partner of the Year 2009 by Axis CommunicationsOn-Net Surveillance Systems Inc. (OnSSI), the market leader in open-architecture, intelligent IP-based video surveillance and management software, has been recognised as North American Application Development Partner of the Year 2009 by Axis Communications, the global leader in the network video market. Axis presents the award annually to an application partner that best demonstrates a commi...

Grandstream Networks adds HD/low light SIP surveillance cameras to its video surveillance portfolio

Grandstream Networks has expanded its video surveillance portfolio with two new HD/low light SIP camerasGrandstream Networks, the leading manufacturer of IP voice/video telephony and video surveillance solutions, today announced the release of two new CMOS IP surveillance cameras, the GXV3601_HD (720P high definition) and GXV3601_LL (low light), that add to the rich functionality and versatility of Grandstream's IP video surveillance portfolio by providing exceptional visual clarity with high de...

Hikvision establishes Europe branch office in Amsterdam

Hikvision Digital Technology announced the establishment of its Europe Branch Office - Hikvision Europe B.V.Hikvision Digital Technology Co., Ltd., the leading supplier of digital video surveillance products, announced the establishment of its Europe Branch Office -- Hikvision Europe B.V. -- in Amsterdam, the Netherlands. This branch will enable Hikvision to further cultivate the European security market with an eye on better serving and supporting European customers.Dedicated technical tea...

Hikvision, supplier of digital video surveillance products, ranked No. 12 in 'Security 50'

Hikvision Digital Technology Co., Ltd. moved up to No. 12 in the recently published Security 50Hikvision Digital Technology Co., Ltd., the leading supplier of digital video surveillance products, moved up to No. 12 in the recently published Security 50, a market survey recognising the top 50 security companies around the world by revenue. Hikvision also ranks at No. 3 in revenue growth with 47.1 percent growth among the top 50 security players. This is the fourth consecutive year for Hikvision t...

Optelecom-NKF’s Siqura® video surveillance system helps secure 23 Paris tunnels

  Optelecom-NKF,  awarded a contract with the Direction Interdépartementale des Routes d'Ile-de-France (DIRIF)Optelecom-NKF Inc. (NASDAQ: OPTC), a leading global provider of Siqura® IP surveillance solutions, was awarded a contract with the Direction Interdépartementale des Routes d'Ile-de-France (DIRIF) to implement a video surveillance system for acquiring, transmitting, and recording video in 23 tunnels in the Paris area.Directed and financed by the French Min...

PROSEC 2010 - Goods, Products & Services for Security Industry Professionals

PROSEC 2010 - Premium trade show of homeland securityPROSEC 2010, is the first congress- exhibition event, held in Greece (Athens, 26- 28 February 2010) for Goods, Products & Services for Law Enforcement and Security Industry Professionals.Along with the main support of Attica's POLICE OFFICERS UNION and significant institutional partners, they aim to cover the great necessity of the specific industry to get in touch with products and services, which will upgrade the infrastructures and...

ADI Global Distribution signs supplier agreement with Pelco to distribute IP products portfolio

ADI Global Distribution signed an agreement with Pelco to distribute its IP product portfolio in EMEAADI Global Distribution, dedicated to delivering complete multi-brand security solutions, has signed a supplier agreement with Pelco to distribute its IP product portfolio in Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA).Pelco is a worldwide leader in video security with first-class products in both the analogue and IP range. The Pelco portfolio offers discreet camera domes and enclosures, video mat...

Thermal cameras from FLIR for CCTV applications distributed by Videor

Full Range of FLIR Thermal Imaging Products now available from VIDEOR in the UK The added value multibrand distributor  Videor has been marketing FLIR thermal imaging cameras on the UK market. Phil Wilkinson, Videor UK General Manager: "We are proud to offer the full range of thermal imaging products from the world's leader in the infrared technology segment. Videor customers now benefit from FLIR's 50 years of experience in the development and production of inf...

VIDEOR expands distribution portfolio with NVRs from NUUO

VIDEOR is expanding its range with the NVRmini, a Linux-based network video recorder manufactured by NUUOVIDEOR is expanding its range with the NVRmini, a Linux-based network video recorder manufactured by NUUO. The compact system, which is available in 4, 8 or 16-channel versions, stands out thanks to its high level of performance and reliability. It can manage up to 16 IP cameras, which are detected at the touch of a button by the "camera auto detect" function. An intelligent search...

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