In today’s news round-up, REACT will be showcasing one of the first public demonstrations of an in-camera real-time analytics solution at the IP EXPO taking place 17th to 18th October 2012 in London. On display at the show will be the MOBOTIX video analysis tools which generate statistical data inside the camera for real-time analysis and expert as a structured report. In corporate news, Samsung has appointed Pedro Correia to take on the newly created role of UK Pre-Sales Manager. Pedro will work closely with installers, system integrators and distributors to provide pre-sales support in respect of system design, product specification and tender compliance issues. SSAIB, the UK’s leading certification body for organisations, has gained UKAS approval for its Telecare ServicesScheme, offering telecare system suppliers, installation and maintenance companies, monitoring centres, response providers and others a significant advantage in this expanding market.

In application news, ievo fingerprint readers have been installed in 5 sites of a UK fitness chain to improve the efficiency within their gyms. Over in Banglaesh, India, Dhaka police have completed the initial phase of upgrading the analogue communications system to digital one by adopting Digital Mobile Radio (DMR) solution provided by Hytera. Read more security news…

In today’s news round-up, Arecont Vision megapixel cameras have been installed at Lotte Department Store in Busan, Korea to enable store management to control liability costs by refuting claims that customers’ cars were damaged while in the store’s parking area. In the UK, ASSA Abloy’s masterkey suite has been deployed to help restore the historic clock tower at Blair Castle to its former glory. Over in the city of Chomutov in the Czech Republic, IndigoVision’s IP Video technology has been installed as part of the city’s strategy to reduce crime and improve traffic flow monitoring.

In other news, to mark its tenth anniversary, IR imaging sensor manufacturer ULIS recently announced that it will invest EUR 20 million investment in a new state-of-the-art facility to meet increasing market demands for IR technology. Lastly, the Security Industry Association (SIA) has advised that biometric technology could provide a highly effective way to reduce fraud in the USA’s Medicare and Medicaid programs. Read more security news…

On today’s news round-up, Malca-Amit UK, a leading provider of secure logistical solutions and full operational services for companies dealing with precious commodities, has deployed the Avigilon high-definition surveillance system at its new UK warehouse and corporate office to protect and safeguard its clients’ precious cargo. In Latin America, Itautec, a manufacturer/integrator of consumer electronics, banking and retail automation, is now deploying the first 12,000 units of a 33,000-unit ATM network with Lumidigm’s multispectral fingerprint readers for one of Latin America’s largest private banks. Over in Sardinia, IndigoVision has completed a security upgrade at the Villa Devoto, the seat of local government in Sardinia, which is also home to institutional office of the Sardinian President.

In other news, Hikvision has been named as the No.1 global vendor of CCTV and video surveillance equipment in 2011 in a recent IMS Research report. Also on the rise is Opgal, who has been ranked as one of the top ten perimeter security equipment providers in the world by IMS Research. Read more security news…

On today’s news round-up, IMS Research has advised that Samsung Techwin America is ranked second in terms of analogue camera market share and fifth in overall camera share. This latest ranking moves Samsung up from the sixth overall position it held in 2010, and increases its market share from 4.5% in 2010 to 4.6% in 2011. Organisers of the upcoming Transport Security Expo have unveiled an expanded workshop programme for the forthcoming event. These knowledge-centric seminars deliver a rich source of detailed information presented by leading industry experts.

Looking back at the MIPS exhibition, organisers have confirmed that the event is once again the largest exhibition for the security and fire safety industry in Eastern Europe and Russia. In application news, IndigoVision’s distributed architecture and IP Video solution has enabled ORLEN Lietuva oil refinery in Mazeikiai to install and monitor cameras in remote areas of the refinery. Lastly, IdentiSys, sales and service integrator of identification card issuance, emergency response and access control / CCTV security systems, has acquired the Identification Division of Claritus. Read more security news…

On today’s news round-up, the director of surveillance operations at several Five Guys Burgers and Fries restaurants in Arkansas, USA has chosen to install the MobileCamViewer application from mobiDEOS to keep a 24/7 watch over two locations. Over in Athens, IndigoVision’s integrated IP Video surveillance system is helping to keep traffic flowing smoothly on the Attika Tollway, with hundreds of cameras helping operators identify and respond to problems on the road. In the UK, East Stoke village in Nottinghamshire, which became the first village in the country to win the “Secured by Design” award in March 2011, is now crime-free, thanks to its newly installed IP surveillance system from Mayflex.

In other news, the Secutech Awards have identified the best HD surveillance products on the market. An expert jury and international visitors chose 16 winning products, which included products from Sony, Dahua and Vivotek. Lastly, Tecton has signed an OEM partnership deal with AMG-Panogenics Technology, a British manufacturer of 5 Megapixel cameras. Read more security news…

On today’s news round-up, Genetec has launched the AutoVu Premier Partner category for North America. The new partner category complements Genetec’s Channel Partner Program by offering end-users access to channel partners who have been recognised by Genetec to be qualified in the installation of AutoVu mobile license plate recognition (LPR) solutions. ASSA Abloy has released a downloadable white paper to discuss the issues and security solutions available for educational premises, which can improve the student experience.

In other news, Axis Communications has advised that with the continuing developments of IP CCTV technology, shoplifting at self-service tills will soon be a problem of the past. In corporate news, Arecont Vision has appointed four sales executives to its EMEA team to drive continued growth of its industry leading megapixel camera technology in the region. Lastly, Axxon Intellect Enterprise software by AxxonSoft has been integrated with the VS3D visualisation platform by Coherent Synchro. Read more security news…

On today’s news round-up, Panasonic will be showcasing its latest security and surveillance solutions at this year’s IFSEC tradeshow, taking place in Birmingham from the 14th – 17th May. Optex will also be exhibiting its IP and wireless ready security intrusion detection as well as its high-end perimeter protection capabilities, including four new products that complement its strategy of providing a multi-tiered approach to site protection. Commend UK will also be at the show introducing the first “virtual” software-based Intercom Server - a revolutionary addition to Commend’s Intercom 2.0 range, designed specifically to help customers with the latest IT infrastructure.

In other news, HID Global’s network access control solutions and contactless readers have been deployed at the Fuxi power plant in China’s Sichuan province. The new system provides increased security that ensures the operational safety of production and facility areas. Lastly, PureTech Systems has integrated its PureActiv wide area surveillance solution with the MIC Series 550 PTZ camera from Bosch. Read more security news…

On today’s weekly round-up, Optex REDSCAN laser detectors have been deployed to secure the largest solar panel farm in the UK. In New Jersey, “Buddy” Valastro, owner of the famous Carlo’s Bakery in Hoboken has chosen Interlogix to secure a new 60,000 sq. ft. warehouse. In corporate news, Traka has announced that it has been acquired by ASSA ABLOY. The Traka management team will continue in their current positions with full responsibility for the future growth and development of the business.

Over in Taiwan, Secutech 2012, the International Exhibition and Conference for electronic security, info security and fire and safety, has attracted 532 exhibitors to its show at the Nangang Taipei World Trade Center. At this year’s IFSEC tradeshow Dallmeier will be exhibiting its comprehensive portfolio of professional video management systems. The highlight will be the award-winning and much-lauded multifocal sensor system Panomera. Honeywell and Bold will also be at the show exhibiting their security product offering. Read more security news…

On today’s news round-up, Optex REDSCAN laser detectors have been deployed to secure the largest solar panel farm in the UK. In a new report, the European ATM Security Team (EAST) has reported that cash trapping incidents significantly increased during 2011, while skimming incidents and ATM related fraud losses fell. Lone worker specialist Connexion2 is celebrating a major milestone after shipping its 100,000th Identicom device.

In events news, Axis Communications is set to launch the world’s first IP surveillance certification at this year’s IFSEC tradeshow. The certification is open to security professionals who want to validate their expertise and knowledge in IP video surveillance. Dallmeier will also be at the show exhibiting its comprehensive portfolio of professional video management systems. The highlight will be the award-winning and much-lauded multifocal sensor system Panomera. Read more security news…

On today’s news round-up, Milestone Systems’ IP video management software has been deployed at Western Kentucky University to enhance security and enable the university to expand and customise the system for growing requirements over the coming years. In New Jersey, “Buddy” Valastro, owner of the famous Carlo’s Bakery in Hoboken, NJ has chosen Interlogix to secure a new 60,000 sq. ft. warehouse. At the East Midlands Airport in the UK, IndigoVision’s end-to-end IP Video surveillance system has been installed to provide the airport with more detailed analysis and greater storage of video surveillance footage.

In other news, Traka has announced that it has been acquired by ASSA ABLOY. The Traka management team will continue in their current positions with full responsibility for the future growth and development of the business. Lastly, HID Global’s mobile access strategy briefing, recently held during ISC West 2012, is now available via webcast on-demand.  Read more security news…