Transportation security applications - News

The event will be providing visitors with an insight into the implications of UAVs for all sectors of the transport industry The recent growth in the number of UAVs - from the highly sophisticated devices deployed by the military to low-cost recreational versions - has been truly exponential. From a security perspective, it’s a phenomenon that presents both opportunities and threats. Whether it’s a port or a train station, a stadium or a border, UAVs can provid...

Antaira Technologies is a global leading developer and supplier of industrial device networking and communication product solutions for harsh environment applications and is proud to announce its expansion in the industrial networking infrastructure family with the LMP-0600-24 series. LMP-0600-24 Series Features Antaira Technologies’ LMP-0600-24 series is a 6-port industrial PoE/PoE+ managed Ethernet switch, with a 12 to 36VDC low voltage power input support with a built-in voltage boost...

Through the acquisition, Battery Ventures has established an independently operating business named Qognify Battery Ventures, a global technology investment firm, announced recently that it has successfully completed the acquisition of Physical Security Business Unit (PSBU), formerly part of the security division of publicly listed NICE Systems. Through the acquisition, which was originally announced in August, Battery Ventures has established an independently operating busine...

SightSensor XA product line has been expanded to detect inbound intruders up to 595 meters away SightLogix, the technology leader for smart thermal cameras, is showcasing new thermal intrusion detection solutions here at ASIS. Innovations on display include SightWrap, a smart thermal security service that makes military-grade intrusion detection available for a low monthly cost, and the enhanced wide-area SightSensor XA smart thermal camera that can cover an area the size of a...

ISCON screening solutions are part of a layered security approach to minimize risk, proactively address theft and loss, and enhance safety ISCON Imaging Inc., a manufacturer of patented infrared (IR) imaging screening systems, has expanded its focus into new markets as demand for the company’s technologies grows in the border security, military, government, transportation and event environments. ISCON will highlight its expanded applications and the functionalities of it...

Qognify Object Origin can instantly analyze hours of recorded surveillance video to detect first appearance of suspicious objects or vehicles Qognify, formerly NICE Security, recently announced the introduction of Object Origin, a video monitoring and analytics tool that can analyze hours of recorded surveillance video within seconds to detect the first appearance of suspicious objects or vehicles. Intuitive and simple to use, the solution will be showcased at ASIS 2015, the l...

The relationship with Convergint will solidify PlateSmart’s leadership position in the video analytics security industry PlateSmart, the industry pioneer in software-only automatic license plate recognition (ALPR)-based video analytics solutions, announced recently that it has signed security giant Convergint Technologies as an authorized reseller. The agreement marks a major leap forward for the two companies, both trendsetters in the security industry, which have unite...

The new members include CONTAVA, A3 Communications, Inc. and A.C. Technical Systems Security-Net, a global provider of security integration services, announced recently that three member companies from across North America have joined the organization, bringing its membership to more than twenty. Expanding Services The new members include CONTAVA, A3 Communications, Inc. and A.C. Technical Systems, with headquarters in Edmonton, Alberta, Columbia, S.C., and Toronto, respecti...

Replacing interim CFO Dave Muessle, Mr. Singhi will oversee FLIR's global finance organization FLIR Systems, Inc. announced that Amit Singhi has joined the Company as Senior Vice President, Finance, and Chief Financial Officer, replacing interim CFO Dave Muessle, who will remain Vice President, Corporate Controller and Principal Accounting Officer. Reporting to CEO Andy Teich, Mr. Singhi will oversee FLIR's global finance organization, with responsibility over financial manag...

Visitors will see how NICE’s next-generation video analytics makes it possible to locate and track a specific person across multiple cameras NICE Systems recently announced that it will be hosting interactive demonstrations of its awarding-winning NICE Suspect Search solution at IFSEC International 2015, which takes place in London on June 16-18. Visitors to booth F950 will see how the use of NICE’s next-generation video analytics makes it possible to locate and tr...

Moxa WDR-3124A cellular router enables remote access to critical vehicle and passenger data Moxa, a leading manufacturer of communications equipment for harsh environments, recently unveiled two new pieces of technology to improve network reliability for smart transportation applications. MOXA V-ON Technology V-On "Video Always On" is a video stream recovery technology on Moxa's latest Ethernet switches that provides 50 ms redundancy for multicast video streams when used wi...

The new partnership allows SDI to sell BluBØX’s suite of products and services to clients throughout the U.S SDI, a mission-critical systems integrator delivering intelligent IT solutions to ensure client safety, security and revenue generation, and BluBØX, a manufacturer of Security 4.0 physical security hardware and software, announce its partnership to introduce the next generation of security technology to the US market. This new partnership allows SDI...

Sony booth will feature image sensor technologies, 4K resolution, and edge storage solutions Sony’s Security Systems Division invites to visit Booth 25059 at ISC West to see the company’s full range of surveillance products and solutions, featuring best in breed image sensor technologies, 4K resolution, and solutions for a variety of applications and verticals. Specifically, visitors to Sony’s booth can expect to see highlights such as: Sony SNC-VM772R -...

Nedap will present latest innovations in long-range vehicle & driver identification, wireless parking sensors & smart city access During April, Nedap will be exhibiting at various security and traffic/ parking exhibitions around the world, presenting the latest innovations in long-range vehicle and driver identification, wireless parking sensors and smart city access. Attendees can meet the Nedap team during one of the following exhibitions: MIPS, Russia (Moscow, 13...

AXIS P3905-RE is an outdoor-ready camera addition to the family of compact, rugged and discreet cameras of the AXIS P39-R Network Camera Series. They are all specially designed for onboard video surveillance in or on buses, trains, subway cars and emergency vehicles. Axis Communications, the global leader in network video surveillance, announces the outdoor-ready AXIS P3905-RE Network Camera as the latest addition to the AXIS P39-R Network Camera Series.  It is designed to be mounted on th...

The acquisition is part of Panasonic’s strategy to expand business opportunities in the North American education market Panasonic Corporation of North America recently announced that it has entered into an agreement to acquire all shares of Houston, TX-based Video Insight, Inc., a leading developer of video management software, as part of its strategy to expand business opportunities for both companies in the education market in North America. Founded in 2002, Video Insi...

HID's annual assessment is intended to help organizations understand the latest security advances HID Global®, a worldwide leader in secure identity solutions, recently issued its outlook on technology trends for 2015, as well as other anticipated developments across key vertical industries in the secure identity marketplace. The annual assessment is intended to help organizations understand and take advantage of the latest advances to improve security, convenience and the...

Teleste's end-to-end rail solution is ideal for demanding onboard rail systems APTA's Annual Meeting & EXPO 2014 took place on 13-15 October in Baltimore, USA. The annual event is public transit's premier showcase of technology, products and services, and again, it turned out to be a huge success. Teleste was present at APTA Expo highlighting its IRIS certified end-to-end rail solution that is ideal for demanding onboard rail systems and offers customers everything they n...

March Networks®, a global provider of intelligent IP video solutions, recently announced its continued expansion in the European market with sales figures for Q1 2014 that are 78% year on year higher than 2013. Realizing the huge potential of Europe to help increase its global sales and growth, March Networks is now focused on expanding its business in key verticals in this region such as banking, retail and transportation segments, as well as horizontal industries that will benefit from i...

Axis Communications, the world leader in network video surveillance, announces a new transportation-focused IP camera series that offers protection against dust and water with the ability to withstand tough vehicular conditions such as vibrations, shocks, bumps and temperature variations with the AXIS P39-R Network Camera Series. AXIS P39-R Series also features an active tampering alarm function that allows for the detection of tampering attempts such as blocking or spray-painting the camera. &...

The cooperation will enable Hikvision to accelerate promotion of its intelligent video analytics products and solutions Hikvision, the global leader of video surveillance products and solutions, is pleased to announce the signing of a world-wide patent licensing agreement with video analytics provider, ObjectVideo, Inc. "Hikvision has a rich intelligent video analytics product line. This line plays an important role in both data mining and data service,” said Yangzhong...

Stanley Solutions Wireless EL Series Locks are integrated with Intelli-M Access Management Software Infinias, a leading manufacturer and provider of IP-based access control solutions and technologies, announced a partnership with Stanley Security Solutions, along with the launch of Stanley’s EL Series Wireless Electronic Lock.  The new wireless electronic door lock is fully integrated into the infinias Intelli-M Access management software and can be mixed seamlessly...

Genetec™, a leading provider of unified IP security solutions, announced today that the latest service release of Security Center (5.2 SR4) provides integration with over 80 new video devices from 13 technology partners, including many new models from Arecont, Axis Communications, Samsung, Sony and Vivotek. The release follows the launch of new Security centerplugins for partner solutions including Software House C•CURE 9000 access control, Barco CMS video wall, Southwest MicroPoint p...

Christie's Entero HB 80 Display Cubes form a video wall Christie® is showcasing its broad range of high performance video wall and content processing solutions at DistribuTECH in San Antonio, Texas, January 28-30. A leading player in command and control markets that include utility, government, traffic control, and network operations, Christie will have on display a 2 by 2 video wall composed of Christie Entero™ HB 80 inch SXGA+ high brightness display cubes, th...

ALPR systems work by using cameras with optical recognition capabilities to identify vehicles and grant access The growing adoption of automatic license plate recognition (ALPR) technology is having an adverse impact on the vehicle entrance control industry, specifically the vehicle barrier and off-street parking systems markets. According to IHS, the presence of ALPR technology is increasing the most for toll ways and off-street parking garages, which is negatively impacting...

Cubic pointed out to IDTechEx that Mifare for Mobile from NXP gives speed same as transportation card ticketing In the many interviews and research carried out for the new IDTechEx report "Near Field Communication (NFC) 2014-2024", considerable disagreement was commonplace. IDTechEx first issued a major report on this subject five years ago when there were concerns about deployment which is much less an issue today given the huge deployment of NFC-enabled mobile phones and tab...

iOmniscient’s MD will describe the company's involvement in several Smart City projects The MD of iOmniscient will give a talk about IQ Smart Cities at the Secured Cities Conference in Baltimore. She will describe iOmniscient’s involvement in several Smart City projects including the Singapore Smart City test bed which is perhaps the most sophisticated Smart City implementation that the company has undertaken so far. The focus is on making cities safe, smart and ef...

Bauer brings to Axis more than 20 years of experience working for strategic integrators and manufacturers in the security industr  Axis Communications, the market leader in network video, today announced that security industry veteran Geoffrey Bauer has joined the company as Program Manager for the North American Architecture & Engineering (A&E) Program. Bauer brings to Axis more than 20 years of experience working for strategic integrators and manufacturers in t...

Bosch Security Systems, Inc. is introducing a new family of DIVAR digital recorders that include support for the latest 960H ultra high-resolution analog cameras. This latest 960H technology upgrades analog systems to the highest analog resolution possible, representing a cost-effective solution when HD image quality is not yet required. Thanks to the use of the latest generation of charge-coupled device (CCD) image sensors, 960H cameras provide a resolution of 720 television lines (TVL). With b...

Honeywell today released the 6100 Series Custom Alpha and Fixed-Language Keypads, giving security dealers a broader portfolio to accommodate a range of homeowner budgets and lifestyles. The Custom Alpha keypads feature VISTA® Intelligent Programming (VIP)—an intuitive, menu-based programming option for the most common functions that helps reduce installation time and labor costs. VIP is currently available with Honeywell’s VISTA-20P control panels. Easy-to-use graphics and a symm...