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World leader in network video, Axis Communications opens its new North American headquarters

Axis’ new 60,000 square foot office is located at 300 Apollo Drive in Chelmsford, Massachusetts Axis Communications, the world leader in network video, held an official grand opening celebration for its new North American headquarters with a private cocktail event for local partners in the state-of-the-art Axis Experience Center. Axis’ new 60,000 square foot office is located at 300 Apollo Drive in Chelmsford, Mass., about 30 minutes from Boston and on the sam...

Samsung releases 4CIF WDR network camera range

Samsung’s new 4CIF WDR network camera range is designed to provide a competitively priced alternative option to megapixel cameras for video surveillance projects where very high quality images are required. Schools, hospitals, offices, factories, warehouses and  retail stores are just a few of the environments that  could benefit from the new 4CIF range which comprises the SNB-3002 boxed camera, the SND-3082 dome, the SND-3082F flush mounted dome and the SNV-3082 vandal resistan...

VIVOTEK introduces fisheye camera, FE8171V

The award-winning FE8171V is the first and foremost fisheye camera from VIVOTEK. Equipped with a 3.1-Megapixel sensor and a fisheye lens for 180° panoramic view (wall mount) or 360° surround view (ceiling/floor/table mount), the FE8171V conveniently eliminates blind spots and provides a field of view 8x wider than a standard VGA camera. With cutting-edge image processing, hemispherical images captured from the FE8171V can be converted into conventional rectilinear projection for viewing...

Bosch set to unveil new range of analogue and IP CCTV security products – ‘the Advantage Line’

Bosch Security Systems is to launch ‘the Advantage Line’ – a new family of analogue and IP CCTV security and surveillance products that brings smaller businesses the quality and reliability that is the hallmark of Bosch technology, but at an affordable price. Available exclusively through Norbain and ProVision in the UK, and SKS in Eire, the new Advantage Line technologies are specifically targeted at companies who provide complete security solutions and/or those that may rese...

Honeywell to participate at the IFSEC 2012

Honeywell will guide installers in their efforts to understand IP migration, integration and convergence Honeywell recently announced its participation at the IFSEC 2012 European security trade show taking place at the National Exhibition Centre (NEC) in Birmingham, UK, from 14th to 17th May 2012 - Stand E80 in Hall 4. A core focus of Honeywell’s presence at the show is its technical experts being readily available to provide advice and support to customers and partners...

Secutech 2012 attracts 532 exhibitors at the Nangang Taipei World Trade Center

Pavilions at Secutech 2012 include ones for IP equipment, access control, biometrics and HD surveillance Secutech 2012, the International Exhibition and Conference for Electronic Security, Info Security, Fire and Safety, has attracted 532 exhibitors to its show which will be held 18 – 20 April 2012 at the Nangang Taipei World Trade Center. Organised by Messe Frankfurt New Era Business Media Ltd, the 15th edition of the show will feature exhibitors from 27 countries and...

Arecont Vision's Carole Dougan honoured with 2012 Woman of the Year award

Women's Security Council named Carole Dougan as Woman of the Year in the Manufacturer category Carole Dougan, Arecont Vision's Vice President, Strategic Accounts, has been named 2012 Woman of the Year in the Manufacturer category by the Women's Security Council (WSC), a not-for-profit organisation dedicated to advancing the professional success of women working in the physical security industry. Ms. Dougan was honoured along with other winners at WSC's Women of the Year Awards...

Axis to launch the world's first professional IP video certification at IFSEC 2012

The certification is open to security professionals who want to validate their expertise in IP video surveillance Axis Communications, the global leader in the network video market, has recently announced that the UK launch of the world's first professional network video certification will take place at the global security event, IFSEC International. The certification, launched by the Axis Communications Academy, which since its inception has trained more than 250,000 individ...

MOBOTIX upgrades its DualDome D14 camera

With the D14D, MOBOTIX launches an update of the successful DualDome D14 camera on the market. It offers high image quality in poor lighting conditions thanks to two camera modules mounted parallel to each other with two lenses and 6.2 megapixel dual sensor technology. Since March 2012, this extremely robust, weatherproof camera, has been available in three versions with different features: the D14D standard version with free lens combination, with two day or two night lenses, or a mixture of th...

IP security solutions provider Genetec launches Technical Training Partnership Program

The program will provide resources to deliver technical certification training for video surveillance and access control to customers Genetec, a pioneer in the physical security industry and a leading provider of world-class unified IP security solutions, announced recently the launch of its Technical Training Partnership Program. The program aims to provide select organizations with the tools and resources necessary to deliver technical certification training for video survei...

TKH Security Solutions to participate at IFSEC 2012

TKH Security Solutions will showcase its access control, video surveillance and intercom communication systems TKH Security Solutions recently announced its intention to participate in the IFSEC 2012 trade show in Birmingham, UK, from May 14th through the 17th (hall 4, booth E70). This is the first time that TKH Security Solutions will reveal its proven, integrated, and complete access control, video surveillance, and intercom communications systems for security applications....

Canon expands its range of network cameras with two full HD Pan Tilt Zoom cameras

The broadcast quality remote controlled PTZ XU-80 and the BU-46H camera are the new additions Canon has added two full HD Pan Tilt Zoom cameras to its range of network cameras for security solutions; the broadcast quality remote controlled Pan Tilt Zoom XU-80 and the BU-46H broadcast camera. The XU-80 will be unveiled on Canon’s stand (Hall 4, E40) at the IFSEC International security show, 14-17 May 2012. Benefiting from Canon’s 70-year heritage at the forefront o...

HDcctv Alliance and Euresys announce world’s First HDcctv-Compliant IP Video Encoder - Picolo.net HD4

The HDcctv Alliance® and Euresys are proud to announce the HDcctv™ compliance certification of the Picolo.net HD4. HDcctv cameras are a complementary alternative to MP IP cameras, because HDcctv-compliant cameras digitally deliver HD video over at least 100 meters of standard RG59 coaxial cables with no transmission delays and no compression artifacts. Picolo.net HD4 initiates a new class of HDcctv-compliant products, the IP video encoder/streamer components. The Alliance has already...

Axis makes a new strong addition to the successful AXIS M11 Network Camera Series

Axis Communications, the world leader in network video, announces a new strong addition to the successful AXIS M11 Network Camera Series. The new cameras are specially designed for easy and discreet day and night surveillance, comprising HDTV quality and the highly efficient H.264 video compression, making them ideal for professional surveillance in boutiques, restaurants, hotels and offices. “The integration of IR LEDs in our new camera models provides an affordable and attractive offeri...

VIVOTEK’s FE8171V helps collaboration with Wavestore, AxxonSoft, Milestone and other security players

The award-winning FE8171V is the first and foremost fisheye camera from VIVOTEK. Equipped with a 3.1-Megapixel sensor and a fisheye lens for 180° panoramic view (wall mount) or 360° surround view (ceiling/floor/table mount), the FE8171V conveniently eliminates blind spots and provides a field of view 8x wider than a standard VGA camera. With cutting-edge image processing, hemispherical images captured from the FE8171V can be converted into conventional rectilinear projection for viewing...

GUIDE Infrared releases KnightIR Series, the technology cameras

GUIDE Infrared a leading manufacturer of Thermal Imaging cameras since 1999 are introducing into the Security market their latest range of best of breed, leading technology cameras the KnightIR Series. The KnightIR Series cameras have been specifically design and manufactured to meet the demanding needs of security application around the globe and the diversity of the different environments where the very best security systems are deployed. We have the the widest range of both Static and PTZ c...

VIVOTEK releases two mounting accessories, AM-516 and AM-517 for dome cameras

VIVOTEK has released two new mounting accessories, AM-516 and AM-517, to allow for easier and more flexible mounting of its dome camera series. The AM-516 is compatible with the FD8162, part of the SUPREME series with 1080p, full HD viewing resolution at 30 frames per second (ftp). It allows the fixed dome camera to be mounted to the AM-211 L-Bracket for wall installation as well as standard 4” or 4 11/16” electrical backboxes. The AM-517 is compatible with the 1-Megapixel dome cam...

IndigoVision’s SMS4TM management software introduces alarm display options

The latest version of SMS4TM, IndigoVision’s suite of management software, introduces alarm display options that make it easier than ever for users to respond effectively to alarms. Operators choose exactly where an alarm will be shown on their SMS4TM Control Center interface, and each alarm is clearly identified when it is displayed. While no alarm has been activated, the operator can view any live camera feeds in any display pane. When an alarm comes in, however, the allocated pane will...

Interlogix releases its next generation Simon XTi, self-contained system

Interlogix, a leader in security and life safety solutions for residential and commercial enterprises, releases its next generation Simon XTi, an intuitive, self-contained system that provides life safety and comfort management. Leveraging image sensor technology, the Simon XTi now provides added protection for users with visual verification of alarms. Interlogix is a part of UTC Climate, Controls & Security, a unit of United Technologies Corp. Combining the powerful security of Simon XT an...

MESSOA names Allan Lee as its new President

Allan Lee has an extensive experience and leadership in the video surveillance industry at the top senior position MESSOA Technologies Inc. recently officially announced that Steve Yang has resigned President after he led the Company for 5 years. Allan Lee, Chairman of MESSOA, will succeed Yang and serve as the Company’s new President concurrently. Allan Lee has an extensive experience and leadership in the video surveillance industry at the top senior position. As the...

MOBOTIX presents new international network programme to benefit certified partners

The new programme provides partners with useful tools, information and competitive advantages MOBOTIX presented their new international network programme that offers certified partners multiple benefits. The company conducts indirect sales via qualified distributors and commercial business partners in over 70 countries. The new programme provides partners with useful tools information and competitive advantages. Partners receive additional support to set them apart from compet...

MESSOA joins AxxonSoft Second Terabyte for Free campaign

AxxonSoft has been MESSOA's long-standing strategic partner  MESSOA has joined AxxonSoft Second Terabyte for Free campaign launched together with IP Camera Manufacturers and Distributors. IP cameras supplied by MESSOA will now carry a sticker with a secret code on the package allowing the customers to get access to a 2TB video archive in Axxon Smart Start, a freeware version of Axxon Smart PRO video management software. MESSOA has been aggressively integrating its camer...

SightLogix introduces its newest Thermal SightSensor system at ISC West 2012

The Thermal SightSensor consists of a thermal imager, complete with lens optics and electronic stabilisation SightLogix, the leading supplier of outdoor area and perimeter security video systems, announces the introduction of their newest Thermal SightSensor system at ISC West 2012. The new SightSensor overcomes the limitations of thermal imaging during daytime and hot weather to deliver the most accurate outdoor video analytics and clearest thermal images at mainstream prices...

SightLogix features its next-generation thermal camera solutions at ISC West

SightLogix's expanded product line includes all the new thermal SightSensor video analytic cameras SightLogix, Inc., the leading intelligent camera manufacturer for perimeter security applications, is highlighting their next-generation thermal camera solutions at ISC West. These new solutions are based upon SightLogix proven detection capabilities and superior image quality, now at mainstream pricing that is cost-competitive with traditional approaches to perimeter security....

Panasonic to exhibit latest solutions at ISC West this year

Panasonic's focus on providing solutions for specific market needs is being demonstrated at ISC West Panasonic is showcasing its newest solutions at this year’s International Security Conference & Exposition (ISC West) in Las Vegas, Nevada, March 28th – 30th (booth #12041). These products demonstrate a range of vertical market applications such as gaming, public safety, education and retail. The exhibit will also highlight Panasonic's dominance as an engineerin...

Panasonic introduces new analog video surveillance cameras for more realistic images

Also new to the Panasonic analog camera line at this year's ISC West are WV-CP314 and WV-CP304 Panasonic introduces new analog video surveillance cameras, including new pan-tilt-zoom (PTZ) dome cameras that incorporate Panasonic's new Superior Reality (SR) analog unified image processor for more realistic images and accurate depiction of the full range of natural colours. SR includes the new Super Dynamic SD6 and enhanced adaptive black stretch (ABS) image processing. Advanced...

North American Video reports strong customer activity in the IP video segment

North American Video reports strong customer activity in the IP video segment North American Video (NAV) is off to a strong start in 2012, the company reported. With numerous large projects currently in progress, as well as several more in the pipeline, NAV reports strong customer activity in the gaming, higher education, financial services and corporate vertical market segments. Since the acquisition of Nexus Technologies in August of last year, the company has also experienc...

Arecont Vision launches new range of Wide Dynamic Range (WDR) cameras

Arecont Vision, the industry leader in IP-based megapixel camera technology, announces a new selection of Wide Dynamic Range (WDR) cameras that can provide clear images in extreme light conditions containing both very bright and dark areas in the field of view.  These new WDR cameras provide a low cost megapixel WDR solution for mainstream applications. Arecont Vision's Wide Dynamic Range megapixel cameras provide a dynamic range of up to 100dB representing up to a 50dB improvement compare...

Arecont Vision exhibits full-featured MegaDome® 2 series all-in-one cameras at ISC West

The cameras combine megapixel resolution with remote focus, zoom, day/night and auto-iris capabilities Arecont Vision, the industry leader in IP megapixel camera technology, announces the new full-featured MegaDome®2 series of all-in-one H.264 cameras combining megapixel resolution with remote focus, zoom, day/night and auto-iris capabilities at ISC West. The new functionality will allow systems integrators to install the cameras without locally fixing the field of view o...

Arecont Vision hires Alex Mathieson as Regional Sales Manager, Latin America

Mathieson has extensive experience in security, economics and business practices throughout Latin America Arecont Vision, the industry leader in IP-based megapixel camera technology, has appointed security industry veteran Alex Mathieson as Regional Sales Manager, Latin America. Mathieson joins the company with a quarter century of experience in domestic and international sales. He has extensive experience in security, economics and business practices throughout Latin America....

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