In today’s news round-up, ASSA ABLOY and Immotec Systems have announced the integration of Immotec’s access control solutions with ASSA ABLOY’S range of Aperio wireless locks. SightLogix has recently announced the integration of its SightTracker® pan-tilt-zoom (PTZ) camera controller with Videotec’s ULISSE line of positioning devices. The integration gives users an accurate and cost-effective video security solution for comprehensive detection, tracking and assessment over outdoor areas. In other corporate news, Octavian Security has been rated among the top 5% of security providers in the UK. Octavian’s rating of 125 points is a significant increase on its high score of 94 in 2011, which already placed it well ahead of the majority of other UK contractors.

Over in Canada, March Networks has announced that its Command video management system (VMS) software is now fully integrated with the Bosch line of advanced video surveillance cameras. The certified integration provides March Networks Command™ systems integrators and customers with additional flexibility when selecting the most suitable solution for their needs. In application news, the City of Pittsboro Police Department located in Pittsboro, Indiana, has deployed a Civic Surveillance system using the Proxim Wireless Tsunami® MP-8100 series radios and antennas and Avigilon’s innovative high-definition surveillance system. The security solution will help to secure the city’s intersections and parks. Read more security news…

In today’s news weekly round-up, HID Global has announced the initiation of a comprehensive, multi-year project to establish a new North American centre of operations. The new Genuine HID Operations Centre will be located in Austin, Texas. SightLogix has appointed REP Marketing Solutions Inc. as a manufacturer’s representative firm in the Northeast United States, for the company’s outdoor video analytics security systems. Over in the UK, the British Security Industry Association (BSIA) has suggested a variety of security measures, which homeowners and businesses should adhere to during winter.

In other corporate news, IMS Research has predicated the global market for Automatic Number Plate Recognition (ANPR) to reach $350.4 million by the end of 2012, a growth of 6.9 percent from the previous year. Finally, OnSSI’s Ocularis video surveillance software has provided an added layer of security at the final Presidential Debate, which took place on October 22nd at Lynn University in Boca Raton, Florida. Read more security news…

In today’s news round-up, SightLogix has appointed REP Marketing Solutions Inc. as a manufacturer’s representative firm in the Northeast United States, for the company’s outdoor video analytics security systems. Over in the UK, the British Security Industry Association (BSIA) has suggested a variety of security measures, which homeowners and businesses should adhere to during winter. In other corporate news, Moxa Americas has announced that it has appointed Joe Cook as Business Development Manager for its IP (Internet Protocol) Network video products unit.

Over in India, Rosslare Security has recently announced the opening of a new office in Pune as part of its continued worldwide expansion. Rosslare is currently focused on increasing its presence in access control and intrusion markets to 25% by 2013. Finally, DVTEL, Inc. has announced the expansion of its executive team with the addition of two seasoned security professionals. Read more security news…

In today’s news weekly round-up, SightLogix, Inc. has announced that the SightTracker pan-tilt-zoom (PTZ) camera controller has been integrated with Pelco Spectra and Esprit cameras. Also in corporate news, OnSSI has announced the enhanced integration of Ocularis IP video with the full line of MOBOTIX high-resolution video surveillance cameras. In application news, a MOBOTIX Advanced Partner, Switchnet Systems, has deployed a Hemispheric Q24 camera that includes built-in MOBOTIX video analysis tools at the Paringdon Sports Club in Harlow, Essex.

In events news, Altronix has showcased the unique functionality and unrivaled technology of its NetWayM Managed Midspans at ASIS International 2012. Over in Germany, Canon Europe will be showcasing four new full HD resolution cameras at Security Essen 2012 in Hall 2, stand 540. Read more security news…

In today’s weekly round-up, Samsung Techwin America has announced that three new sales professionals will be joining the company to support the company’s increasing sales activities. SightLogix has announced the appointment of TaylorLong & Associates, Inc. as its manufacturer’s representative for the Northwest US region. Also in corporate news, Altronix has redesigned its website to provide visitors with fast and easy access to information, along with an improved online experience.

In other news, research by the British Security Industry Association (BSIA) has highlighted the threat of violence against cash-in-transit couriers. The latest statistics were published by SaferCash, the cash-in-transit intelligence service of the BSIA. Lastly, IMS Research has estimated that network video surveillance sales have overtaken analogue video surveillance sales in the Middle East. It estimates that network video surveillance equipment accounted for 53% of video surveillance equipment in 2011. Read more security news…

In today’s news round-up, we bring you breaking news that Norbain, the largest CCTV distributor in the UK, has gone into Administration, but been sold as a “pre-pack” deal immediately to Newbury Investments (UK) Ltd. Read more about this intriguing turn of events. We will be exploring this in detail over the coming weeks as the facts unfold. Also in corporate news, Honeywell has announced that their First Alert Professional Program has been joined by Floyd Total Security and Pacific Alarm Systems. The First Alert Professional Program is the largest independent security dealer network in the United States.

In application news, the New York State Bridge Authority has chosen to deploy SightLogix’ video perimeter security system to secure the Bear Mountain Bridge, Newburgh-Beacon Bridge, Mid-Hudson Bridge, Kingston-Rhinecliff Bridge and the Rip Van Winkle Bridge which together serve over 1 million Hudson River crossings each week. Over in London, G4S Technology has been chosen to manage the major expansion and upgrade work to City & Islington College’s access control system, in time for the 2012/13 enrolment intake in September. Also in London, Samsung has been chosen to supply its digital video recorders to the Kia Oval, one of the UK’s most famous international sporting venues, to record video of crowd activity during match days. Read more security news…

In today’s news round-up, at the  2012 Electronic Security Expo (ESX) taking place in Nashville, USA, which concludes today, Altronix is showcasing its eBridge line of IP over Coax Adapters, a high-performance and cost-effective solution to transmit IP video and data over coaxial cable for distances greater than 2,000 feet without the need for repeaters. OnSSI is also at the show exhibiting its ground-breaking Ocularis-X technology in a powerful live demonstration. In corporate news, CORNELL has announced that it has forged a new distribution relationship with AIPHONE to be its primary and preferred distributor for both their NHX-Nurse Call System & their IS Series Rescue Assistance System.

In application news, the New York State Bridge Authority has chosen to deploy SightLogix’ video perimeter security system to secure the Bear Mountain Bridge, Newburgh-Beacon Bridge, Mid-Hudson Bridge, Kingston-Rhinecliff Bridge and the Rip Van Winkle Bridge which together serve more than 1 million Hudson River crossings each week. In Brazil, Lumidigm recently announced that it is deploying fingerprint sensors into automated teller machines (ATMs) of one of Brazil’s largest state-owned banks via partners Diebold Brazil. Read more security news…

On today’s news round-up, President and CEO of SightLogix John Romanowich will moderate a panel discussion on critical infrastructure protection at the 2012 Government Summit, presented by the Security Industry Association (SIA). The upcoming St. Petersburg International Security and Fire (Sfitex) Exhibition will mark its 21st edition on 22nd – 25th October 2012. The event sectors include security technology, fire safety and emergency rescue equipment, road and traffic safety, and information security and counter surveillance.

Over in the US, NICE has announced that the City of Calgary Public Safety Communications (PSC) will be expanding its implementation of NICE solutions to its new emergency back-up facility, while adding enhanced NICE solutions for IP recording and multimedia incident information management. In Latin America, Senstar has begun delivery of integrated perimeter intrusion detection systems (PIDS) for two high security prisons in Latin America. Lastly, Quadrant Security Group has launched a new look website designed to highlight the specific solutions available for key sectors. Read more security news…

On today’s weekly round-up, Honeywell has welcomed National Industrial Communications Inc. (NICI) as a Honeywell Authorised Dealer for Commercial Security Systems (CSS). SightLogix’s smart thermal video analytics system has been chosen for deployment at the Jacksonville (FL) Port Authority (JAXPORT) in a project partially funded by a Homeland Security Grant initiative to enhance security at port facilities. Panasonic System Communications Company of North America, has outlined key elements and organisational changes related to its expanded operation focused on helping its customers to transform information into innovation.

In application news, Optex Redwall SIP passive infrared detectors have been installed at electrical substations to provide coverage for larger and more vulnerable sites. Over in Russia, Bosch has installed a state-of-the-art security system including fire prevention, public address, evacuation and video surveillance technologies at Moscow’s famous Bolshoi Theatre. Read more security news…

On today’s new round-up, SightLogix’s smart thermal video analytics system has been chosen for deployment at the Jacksonville (FL) Port Authority (JAXPORT) in a project partially funded by a Homeland Security Grant initiative to enhance security at port facilities. It will serve as a valuable tool to apprehend vandals, thieves and even potential terrorists. HID Global has announced that its mobile access control pilot with Arizona State University (ASU) has been recognised by the National Association of Campus Card Users (NACCU) with the organisation’s inaugural Innovative Technology Award.

In other news, MOBOTIX rewarded its partner SeSys Ltd, a specialist in network vision solutions, with a MOBOTIX Live Demo Station as part of a promotion set up to help partners who invest time and expertise in selling MOBOTIX technology. Arecont Vision has announced that it is offering a 3-year warranty for its entire megapixel camera line sold anywhere around the globe. Lastly, ComNet Europe has created a new position in India to support the growing demand for its fibre optic and Ethernet transmission solutions. Read more security news…