To begin our weekly round-up, we start with the latest from ISC West 2011. At the show, SightLogix is showcasing its latest automated outdoor video analytics system. Avigilon has opted to highlight its Network Video Management Software Application. For those interested in energy-efficient solutions, HID is introducing its new eco-friendly product portfolio. In corporate news, following a merger with TKH Group, Optelecom-NKF has been renamed; in the EMEA market it will be known as Siqura B.V. and in the Americas it will be known as TKH Security Solutions USA Inc.

In a deal worth $3.5 million, March Networks’ intelligent IP video solution has been selected to be installed in 7,000 bank branches. Chubb has installed ADPRO PRO series detectors from Xtralis to enhance security at a leading sofa and furniture business. Lastly, MOBOTIX has successfully completed its 4th UK partner conference by honouring its high achieving partners and flagship projects. Read more security news…

On today’s news round-up, Chubb has installed ADPRO PRO series detectors from Xtralis to enhance security at a leading sofa and furniture business. New names are in order for Optelecom-NKF following a merger with the Dutch company, TKH Group. In the EMEA market it will be known as Siqura B.V. and to effectively market the existing Siqura and Optelecom brands as well as the TKH Security Solutions offering in the Americas, the Optelecom-NKF US office will be renamed as TKH Security Solutions USA Inc.

Those attending the ISC West show this week will be able see Pelco’s new range of surveillance products at their stand. Also at the show, Dortronics Systems, Inc. will be featuring its extensive line of door control solutions. Lastly, MOBOTIX has successfully completed its 4th UK partner conference by honouring its high achieving partners and flagship projects. Read more security news…

On today’s round-up, Surveon is set to highlight its end-to-end megapixel solutions at ISC West 2011 with the introduction of its line of WDR 3-megapixel IP cameras, Hardware-RAID MegapixelNVR and Enterprise VMS 2.4. At this year’s IFSEC 2011, TAB Systems will be showcasing its portable access control, presence tracking and building automation solution – smarti Hybrid. Over in Manchester Airport, CodeStuff has been drafted in to help the airport to upgrade its analogue CCTV system to a fully digital core.

At the new Glenmorangie bottling facility, Nortech’s Norpass3  access control system has been installed to monitor personnel access and movement. Lastly, Steve Ross has been appointed as the new Managing Director of Mul-T-Lock Technologies Ltd. Read more security news…

To kick start the week, we start from news from G4S, who has announced that it will be showering lucky ASIS 2010 attendees with iPads as it showcases its latest security solutions. Dedicated Micros are on course to receive a Security Excellence Award for its groundbreaking Closed IPTV IP video product solution. For those interested in HD megapixel solutions, IQinVision joined the PSA’s Vendor Programme to make its products more accessible to customers.

The rapid growth of high definition (HD) CCTV has spurred Siemens’s Managing Director Dave Pickles, to call for more intelligent and careful financial planning. And finally, NUUO  has received the Enables certification for its network video surveillance solution from ImmerVision. Read more news…

To end the working week, we focus on more IFSEC show news and some interesting installations from the UK. Let’s delve in…

First in IFSEC news, MindTree have announced that they will be unveiling the largest portfolio of ready-to-brand video surveillance solutions at the show. Thermal imaging solution from Irisys and Qnap’s new Network Video Recorder models will also take centre stage at the show.

Now, onto some applications. The UK broadband giant TalkTalk has opted for Samsung CCTV systems to secure its new London office. In the Borough of Bexley Siemens will provided 24-hour, 365 days a year monitoring to reduce crime and secure safety of residents …check out more news

The security industry is gearing up for one of the biggest tradeshows in the security calendar – only three weeks away. On today’s news we have more pre-IFSEC announcements to give you an idea of what to look forward to. Also in the round up are a selection of corporate news articles.

Vicon will be one of the many manufacturers exhibiting its DVR, hybrid and NVR products. On show will be the groundbreaking new Virtual Matrix Display Controller (VMDC) which takes control room management and display of IP camera streams to new levels.  For TAB Systems it could be another win, as it has been shortlisted yet again for the access control category of the IFSEC 2010 Awards.

On the move CitySync has gained new headquarters based in Welwyn Garden City and the premises are significantly larger.  Unisto seals the deal with G4S as its security seals provide the ideal solution for cash processing.

Lastly, US aviation security strengthened with purchase of explosives trace detection units.

Today we have an interesting mix of news for you to sift through. At the top of the pile we have an article focusing on dispelling the myths associated with Digital and Network video recorder terminology. Following next we have an announcement From IMS Research that Mobotix is still in poll position in the CCTV & video surveillance arena. And last but by no means least we an interesting application story about a remote network access system installed in Wycombe High School, check it out…