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SightLogix to help with outdoor security challenges facing correctional facilities across North America

SightLogix SightSensor smart video security cameras provide a highly accurate means of automated detection SightLogix Inc., the leading manufacturer of smart thermal cameras for video security applications, is solving mission-critical outdoor security challenges for correctional facilities across North America. Accurate security and lowered costs make the SightLogix system an ideal solution for the unique challenges facing correctional organizations.  “A primary ob...

Hikvision launches EXIR Network Camera series

After the success of the May, 2013 EXIR Analogue Camera series, Hikvision - a global leader in network cameras - is set to launch its new EXIR Network Camera series. This new EXIR series boasts excellent overall image usability, along with the benefits of increased resolution and industry-leading low-light performance. "As we know, resolution is important, but not everything. Image processing is also crucial. Based on our rich experience in ISP (image signal processing) technology, Hikvision's...

MESSOA adds three new compact 1-megapixel models to its network camera lineup

MESSOA Technologies Inc. recently added three new compact 1-megapixel models, which are the box-type NCB750, dome-type NDR720, and the bullet-type NCR770, in the network camera lineup. The three new additions are named the Mini Series for their exceptionally compact yet versatile form factors that are ideal for projects demanding discreet and low profile installations, such as residences, boutiques and retail shops. No bigger than the size of an adult’s hand, the sleek, compact profile of...

Bosch Security Systems adds bullet 2000 AN and FLEXIDOME micro 1000 AN to its portfolio of analogue cameras

Bosch Security Systems, Inc. has added the bullet 2000 AN, the bullet 4000 AN family, and the FLEXIDOME micro 1000 AN to its portfolio of analogue cameras. These new 960H cameras capture more pixels per target object for a maximum sensor resolution of 720 TVL – the highest available for the PAL and NTSC standard. Ideal for capturing fine scene details, they are capable of producing video images with 30 percent higher resolution than previous generation analogue sensors. FLEXIDOME micro 10...

Schneider Electric announces Sarix Enhanced and Sarix Professional IP camera lines

Schneider Electric recently announced the release and availability of two new Pelco™ IP camera lines, the Sarix™ Enhanced Range with SureVision™ 2.0 and the Sarix™ Professional Range. With the release of these two camera ranges, Schneider Electric is surpassing solutions currently on the market and offering a complete line of IP cameras for any lighting condition, application and environment. Today’s news delivers on the company’s commitment to being IP-driven...

AES Corporation welcomes Leonard Hanna to manage its Pacific West USA territory

Leonard will be responsible for supporting existing customers and expanding the customer base AES Corporation, the security industry's leading developer of wireless mesh radio technology, announced today that Leonard Hanna has joined their sales team managing the Pacific West USA territory.   Based out of Washington State, Leonard will be responsible for supporting existing customers and expanding the customer base within the region in conjunction with current rep firm P...

Arecont Vision to ship its ultra low-profile megapixel MicroDome cameras

Arecont Vision, the industry leader in IP megapixel camera technology, is now shipping its new small form factor product line, MicroDome™. The ultra low profile multi-megapixel cameras are designed for applications where both high-resolution and a small footprint are required. Arecont Vision MicroDome™ cameras are available in resolutions of 1.3-megapixels (MP), 1080p, 3MP and 5MP, with Wide Dynamic Range (WDR) up to 100dB at full resolution available at resolutions of 1080p and 3 M...

PLANET’s ICA-5250V PoE IP Camera offers full HD outdoor professional surveillance

PLANET ICA-5250V PoE IP Camera with IR Illuminator provides high resolution images for round-the-clock surveillance over IP networks. It supports H.264, MPEG-4, and JPEG compression formats and delivers excellent picture quality in Full HD resolutions at 30 frames per second (fps). The ICA-5250V is also equipped with IP66-rated and IK-10 vandalproof housing which protect the camera body against rain and dust, and ensures operation under extreme weather conditions, thus making it an ideal solutio...

Hikvision announces new DS-2DF7286 2MP and DS-2DF7276 1.3MP network IR speed dome

Hikvision, the global leader of video surveillance products and solutions, recently announced the availability of its new DS-2DF7286 2MP Network IR Speed Dome, together released is DS-2DF7276 offering 1.3MP resolution. Both cameras feature an industry-leading 30x optical zoom capability, as well as smart features to make surveillance easier. These two models offer users an excellent surveillance option for high-resolution and clear video monitoring as both provide long range visibility, 24 hours...

Videotec establishes new representative agency in Israel

Moshe Amzel will be in charge of sales, promotion and marketing of Videotec products Videotec has recently established a representative agency in Israel to provide a local support and promotion of their company and products. Moshe Amzel has been appointed as head of the agency and will be in charge of sales, promotion and marketing in this area. He will also provide technical back-up to customers, including a service of spare parts supply for planned maintenance.

IHS predicts revenue increase for video surveillance hard disk drives

Revenue for both internal and external HDDs in video-surveillance applications will rise to $1.0 billion by 2017 The market for hard disk drives (HDDs) used in video surveillance will hit the billion-dollar level in less than five years, as safety concerns and the requirement for higher image quality spur demand for more data storage, according to a Storage Space Market Brief from information and analytics provider IHS. Revenue for both internal and external HDDs in video-sur...

Tyco Security Products introduces the Kantech Intevo Compact

Tyco Security Products, part of Tyco, the world’s largest pure-play fire protection and security company, introduces the Kantech Intevo Compact. This new addition to its line of easy to deploy integrated security platforms is designed to unify access control, IP video and intrusion for small to medium size enterprises. Measuring just 2.25 x 7.5 x 8.5 inches and weighing in at 3.7 pounds, the Intevo Compact is compatible with all Kantech controllers and can connect up to 16 American Dynami...

Moxa receives Best Employers Taiwan 2013 Award from Aon Hewitt

Moxa's Global Sales and Marketing headquarters in Brea is named as Orange County Register's Top O.C. Workplaces Moxa, a provider of hardened networking, communication and computing solutions, is proud to announce that its headquarters for Global Design and Engineering operations received Aon Hewitt's Best Employers Taiwan 2013 award recognising it for superior employee engagement and leadership. The award comes on the heels of Moxa's Global Sales and Marketing headquarters in...

Bosch Security Systems adds DINION 4000 AN and FLEXIDOME 5000 AN cameras to its family of analogue cameras

Bosch Security Systems has added the DINION 4000 AN and DINION 5000 AN and FLEXIDOME 5000 AN families to its portfolio of analogue cameras. These new 960H cameras capture more pixels per target object for a maximum sensor resolution of 720 TVL – the highest available for the PAL and NTSC standard. Ideal for capturing fine scene details, they are capable of producing video images with 30 percent higher resolution than previous generation analogue sensors. DINION 4000 AN cameras offer excel...

LILIN announces new project planner for security installers

Our developers have been busy working on something exciting that will transform the way you plan your next project: Introducing the brand new Project Planner from LILIN. The Project Planner has been designed to revolutionize the way security installers plan their projects. In three easy steps, users can design a complete system, from selecting a site, to creating a product list, making the design and specification of a project a whole lot easier.  Here’s how it works… Step 1...

Panasonic acquires Cameramanager.com to extend cloud-based solutions to business and consumer markets

The acquisition will enhance Panasonic's smart and connected services across Europe and CIS Panasonic recently announced the acquisition of Cameramanager.com, a leading provider of Video Surveillance as-a-Service (VSaaS) in Europe. The acquisition of the cloud-based video solutions company reinforces Panasonic’s existing security business as it looks to extend its cloud-based solutions to the business and consumer markets. As part of the acquisition, the Cameramanager.co...

AES Corporation recruits Mike Bugda as its Director of Product Management

Bugda is responsible for leading the direction and development of the AES-IntelliNet brand product line AES Corporation, the security industry’s leading developer of wireless mesh radio technology, announced the appointment of Mike Bugda to the position of Director of Product Management. As the newest addition to the AES management team, Bugda is responsible for leading the direction and development of the AES-IntelliNet brand product line, program and project management...

Bosch Security Systems unveils AUTODOME 7000 family of pan-tilt-zoom (PTZ) cameras

Bosch Security Systems, Inc. introduces the AUTODOME 7000 family of pan-tilt-zoom (PTZ) cameras with intelligent features that are a major asset to security surveillance. AUTODOME 7000 outperforms other moving cameras to provide customers with a powerful, automated monitoring system that ensures security risks are not missed. Built-in intelligence Bosch’s embedded Intelligent Video Analysis (IVA) software automatically processes video signals and alerts operators to security risks. A sin...

Avigilon launches its first manifesto: championing the use of responsible surveillance in the CCTV industry

The paper examines the issues facing the sector, with guidance on deploying surveillance systems that support privacy Avigilon, a leader in high-definition (HD) and megapixel video surveillance solutions, launched its first manifesto, championing the use of responsible surveillance in the CCTV industry. The paper examines the issues facing the sector, with guidance on deploying surveillance systems that are fit for purpose and support privacy for the wider public when it comes...

IMS Research report indicates increase of new entrants in the U.S. intruder alarm market

According to the IMS study “The World Market for Intruder Alarms” the penetration rate for U.S intruder alarm products will increase In most cases, a sudden influx of players and increased competition would be detrimental for an industry. However, the U.S. intruder alarm market is embracing the plethora of new competitors entering the business because these recent market entrants are partnering with established security suppliers to offer complete home security pro...

Dahua’s DH-ITC203 HD camera series wins "Golden Lion Award" at the 2013 China International Intelligent Traffic Exhibition

Dahua Technology was also honoured with the "recommended brand for China Intelligent Traffic Construction 2012-2013" Recently, the 2013 China International Intelligent Traffic Exhibition was successfully held in Shenzhen. During the exhibition Dahua Technology was given the prize of “the recommended brand for China intelligent traffic construction 2012-2013”. Meanwhile, DH-ITC203 series—the Dahua made HD camera was also awarded the highest honour: "Golden Lio...

Exacq Technologies announces WestRep Marketing as its new manufacturer’s representative

Exacq Technologies is a leading manufacturer of VMS software and servers Exacq Technologies, a leading manufacturer of video management system (VMS) software and servers used for video surveillance, has announced WestRep Marketing Inc. as its new manufacturer’s representative to manage the reseller, distributor and OEM sales for Western Canada. WestRep Marketing Inc. has been representing security product manufacturers in Western Canada for 13 years and are experts in C...

IQinVision appoints Charles Chestnutt as President and CEO

Charles had been serving since January 2012, as the company's interim chief executive officer Charles Chestnutt has been officially appointed as the company's President and CEO. Charles had been serving since January 2012, as the IQinVision's interim chief executive officer. "I am grateful for this vote of confidence in the direction that our company is heading. The company will continue on its current growth path designing and manufacturing the high-quality products that we...

Samsung Techwin recruits three Video over IP experts to support the company’s ongoing success in the DACH region

Stefan Palenkov and Steven Trace have been appointed to perform pre-sales and technical support roles The professional security division of Samsung Techwin has recruited three Video over IP experts to support the company’s ongoing success in Germany, Austria and Switzerland (DACH). Stefan Palenkov and Steven Trace have been appointed to perform pre-sales and technical support roles. Reporting to Technical Manager, Ruediger Palm, they will work closely with installers, s...

Airlive showcases latest surveillance networking solutions and innovative products at Computex 2013

The face-recognition & detection by BU-3026-IVS IPcam helps to trace the video recording easily Airlive participated at the Computex 2013 held in Taipei, Taiwan, and showcased its latest surveillance networking solutions and innovative products including facial recognition and detection technology. On their stand Airlive showcased its latest solutions such as a facial recognition and detection IVS IPcam, speed domes, fisheye IPcams, 5 and 3 megapixel IPcams, cloud viewing...

Samsung introduces firmware upgrade for its IP Network cameras, domes and encoders

Samsung Techwin has introduced a firmware upgrade that has dramatically reduced the bandwidth and video storage requirements of the company’s IP network cameras, domes and encoders. “The Samsung Techwin software engineering team has devised some very clever improvements to our version of the H.264 method of compressing images and as a result, a much lower bit rate is required to transmit the high quality images captured by our HD megapixel cameras,” said Tim Biddulph, IP Produ...

MOBOTIX launches new series of installation mounts for its S14/S15 product platform

MOBOTIX AG launches a complete new series of installation mounts to be used for the S14/S15 Product Platform. The launch includes the S14/S15 SurroundMount, DualMount, HaloMount and SpeakerMount. With the new mounts, the users get easy-to-install solutions that create completely new application scenarios for S14/S15 platform.  “When we started developing the new very successful S14/S15 Product Platform we gathered vertical application thoughts from our partners and their end-users. T...

BRS Labs announces venue and dates for its Summer 2013 seminar series

Attendees at the BRS Labs seminar will learn the best-practices necessary to build video surveillance deployments Behavioral Recognition Systems Inc. (BRS Labs), creator of AISight®, the first artificial intelligence system for enhanced video surveillance that delivers real-time alerts for suspicious behavior, recently announced its Summer 2013 seminar series, given in conjunction with the IP Video Surveillance Academy (IPVSA). Developed for physical security professionals...

IndgioVision expands IP camera range with the launch of 5 megapixel cameras

The IndigoVision IP camera range has been expanded with the launch of the new 5 Megapixel (5MP) cameras. These high resolution cameras deliver amazing image quality and significant storage cost savings with all the benefits of IndigoVision’s unique Distributed Network Architecture (DNA). The outstanding features of the 5MP camera range include; 12 frames per second (12fps) at 5MP resolutions, lower bandwidth requirements through advanced H.264 compression, superior low-light and Wide Dyna...

Aimetis signs distribution agreement with Teletec Connect for Nordic region

Aimetis will expand its distribution network throughout Sweden, Norway, Denmark and Finland Aimetis Corp., a global leader in intelligent IP video management software, has signed a distribution agreement with Teletec Connect, located in Stockholm, Sweden. This agreement covers distribution of Aimetis products in Sweden, Norway, Denmark and Finland. "Aimetis Symphony fills a gap in Teletec’s portfolio of video surveillance software offerings with features such as integra...

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