Avigilon Corporation News

Avigilon Welcomes Fred Withers, FCA, To Board Of Directors And Audit Committee

Fred has a broad scope of experience working with clients across a wide variety of industry sectors Avigilon Corporation, a leading global provider of end-to-end security solutions, today announced the appointment of Fred Withers, FCA, former partner and chief development officer for Ernst & Young, to its board of directors and audit committee. Mr. Withers, who recently retired, has over 30 years of experience with Ernst & Young, including significant involvement in th...

WavestoreUSA Releases Latest Version Of Its V5 Video Management Software Suite, V5.46

WavestoreUSA, a provider of professional digital video and audio recording solutions for video surveillance applications, announces the release of V5.46, the latest version of the advanced IP Wavestore V5 Video Management Software suite. Features of the new version V5.46 deliver innovative upgrades and provide additional ONVIF enhancements, along with code optimisations for better compatibility in open architecture and platform support. Highlights of New V5.46 Version Include: Support for Ax...

Needed: Attention-grabbing Technology In An Emergency

“A wealth of information creates a poverty of attention.” So said Herbert A. Simon, American Political Scientist, Economist, Sociologist, Psychologist, and Professor. I heard that quote at the Avigilon presentation at IFSEC, repeated by Ian Povey, Avigilon’s director of product marketing and product management. He used the quote to support the need for more (accurate) video analytics. In other words, without analytics, there is so much video information that the operator&rsquo...

Avigilon Provides Onsite Security To Point Casino In Washington

Avigilon Control Center software, cameras, and NVRs were selected to ensure high-level performance and reliability The Point Casino uses Avigilon HD 2 MP cameras to monitor game tables, slot machines, the cashier cage, vault, soft count room, and main doors at 30 frames per second. The casino manages the system using the Avigilon Control Center network video management software (NVMS) with High-Definition Stream Management™ (HDSM) technology. With 46 Avigilon analog vide...

AMAG Technology Increases Coverage Throughout The US With Expansion Of Its Business Development Team

Matthew Cardwell has joined AMAG as central region Business Development Manager AMAG Technology has restructured and expanded its Business Development Department to provide increased coverage throughout the US and exceptional customer service to its engineer and consultant customer base. The newest member of the expanding team is Matthew Cardwell. He has joined the Business Development team as the Central Region Business Development Manager. Based in Texas, he will work with a...

Avigilon To Demonstrate Access Control Manager 5.2 At IFSEC 2014 In London

This latest version extends the reach of Avigilon's access control offering with a wider range of applications Avigilon Corporation ("Avigilon"), a leading global provider of end-to-end security solutions, recently introduced the latest version of its Access Control Manager (ACM) platform to its innovative product portfolio. One of the most open and scalable access control products in the security industry, ACM 5.2 provides an IT-friendly solution for organizations of all size...

Day Two: IFSEC Reflects The Diverse, Global Security Market

I am visiting IFSEC for the first time in several years, and one revelation is how well the event reflects the increasingly global -- and diverse -- nature of the security market. On the second day of the show, I was struck by the diversity of attendees, apparent in the many languages you hear spoken in the exhibit hall. I also kept coming upon confirmation of the variety of global security companies from around the world who are exhibiting at the event -- another reflection of a thriving worldw...

Milestone Systems And Genetec Remain Top Suppliers Of Video Management Software In 2013 Says IHS Report

IHS published the estimates through its Video Surveillance Intelligence Service Milestone Systems and Genetec remained the two largest suppliers of video management software (VMS) in 2013 in a market worth more 900 million dollars, according to recently published estimates from IHS Inc., through its Video Surveillance Intelligence Service. The global VMS market is forecast to grow to over $3 billion in 2018 with all four major world regions analyzed (EMEA, Americas, China, an...

Avigilon Corporation Announces Addition Of Rialto Video Analytics Appliances To Its Product Portfolio

Avigilon Corporation (“Avigilon” or the “Company”), a leading global provider of end-to-end security solutions, recently announced the addition of the Rialto™ video analytics appliance family to its product portfolio. The Rialto appliances provide real-time event detection and verification, enabling users to proactively identify any unusual activity that occurs in a monitored scene and take immediate action as necessary. Users can effectively lower costs and increas...

OPTEX Showcases Integration Of Its Sensors And Detectors With Avigilon VMS At ISC West 2014

The integration will improve IP video surveillance by minimizing false alarms for outdoor perimeter applications OPTEX Co. LTD, a leading manufacturer of security infrared and laser technology, recently announced the integration of their sensors and detectors with the Avigilon Control Center (ACC) video management software (VMS). The result will improve IP video surveillance by minimizing false alarms for outdoor perimeter applications. Optex detection products integrated int...

ISC West Review: Recurring Themes and Surprises

After days of back-to-back meetings at ISC West, you start hearing some repetitive themes, but then something will surprise you. That happened to me at the NVT booth when I saw a display showing transmission of power and IP video signals over barbed wire (rather than the more familiar Cat-5 or coax cabling). Wondering about possible applications at correctional facilities (or cow pastures), I was assured the display was intended to make the point that NVT products can transmit video and power ov...

ONVIF To Showcase At ISC West 2014 For The First Time

ONVIF will also showcase Profile S for video and audio streaming, its first and most widely adopted profile ONVIF, the leading global standardization initiative for IP-based physical security products, announced recently plans for its first-ever exhibit at ISC West, scheduled for April 2014 in Las Vegas, Nevada. At Booth 23135 in the New Exhibitor Pavilion, ONVIF will display the recently released Profile C, which extends the functionality of the ONVIF global interface specif...

Avigilon Announces The Addition Of The Avigilon Access Control Manager 5.0 To Its Product Portfolio

Avigilon acquired RedCloud Security Inc. in May 2013, adding an innovative line of physical and virtual access control solutions to its product portfolio. Since that time, it has been Avigilon's objective to integrate RedCloud’s business operations and products with Avigilon and make comprehensive enhancements to an already revolutionary access control platform. Avigilon has recently introduced Avigilon Access Control Manager (ACM) 5.0 to its product portfolio, providing users worldwide w...

Avigilon announces Q4/2013 financial results

Avigilon reported a revenue of $178.3 million in 2013, an increase of 78% from 2012 Avigilon Corporation ("Avigilon" or the "Company"), a leader in high-definition ("HD") and megapixel surveillance systems, recently announced its financial results for the three and 12 months ended December 31, 2013. All figures are stated in Canadian dollars unless otherwise noted. 2013 financial highlights Revenue was $178.3 million, an increase of 78% over 2012 revenue of $100.3 million...

Mayflex Achieves Gold Level Partner Status On Avigilon Value-Added Distributor Partner Program

The Avigilon Partner Program recognizes commitments and reward efforts made by partners to ensure their success Mayflex, the distributor of Converged IP Solutions including cabling infrastructure, networking and electronic security solutions has achieved Gold level partner status on the Avigilon Value-Added Distributor Partner Program, a program offered by Avigilon to recognize commitments and reward efforts made by partners to ensure their success and facilitate business grow...

AMR Forecasts North America To Experience Highest Share In IP Surveillance Market By 2020

Allied Market Research reports IP Video Surveillance and VSaaS market to reach $57.3 Billion by 2020 The new market research report titled "IP Video Surveillance and VSaaS Market (Technologies, Applications, Services, Geography) - Industry Analysis, Trends, Share, Opportunities and Forecast, 2012 - 2020", published recently by Allied Market Research. As per the market study, the global IP Video Surveillance and VSaaS market is expected to reach $57.3 Billion by 2020. North...

Avigilon Signs Definitive Agreement To Acquire Video Analytics Company VideoIQ

The acquisition allows Avigilon to expand its end-to-end definition surveillance solutions Avigilon Corporation, a leader in high-definition (HD) surveillance solutions, today announced it has signed a definitive agreement to acquire the video analytics company VideoIQ, Inc. for cash consideration of $32 million. The transaction is expected to close in early January 2014. Founded in 2006, VideoIQ has grown to become a leader in real-time intelligent video analytics solutions...

Arecont Vision Appoints Matthew McCoy As Its New Director Of Strategic Accounts

McCoy will be responsible for driving sales at Arecont Vision’s select national systems integrators Arecont Vision, the industry leader in IP-based megapixel camera technology, announces the appointment of Matthew McCoy as the Company’s new Director of Strategic Accounts. Mr. McCoy is a 25+ year veteran in the security industry, where he has developed and refined his skills with companies such as ADT/Tyco, Convergint and most recently with Avigilon.  “M...

Avigilon Announces Two Sales Promotions Of Top Performers

Avigilon promoted Bryan Schmode to Executive Vice President and Pedro Simoes to Senior Vice President Avigilon Corporation, a leader in high-definition (HD) surveillance solutions, recently announced the promotion of two of its top performers: Bryan Schmode to executive vice president of global sales and marketing, and Pedro Simoes to senior vice president of global sales. Mr. Schmode has been promoted to executive vice president of global sales and marketing, adding oversigh...

Avigilon Announces New Global Partner Program For Its Resellers And Systems Integrators

The program recognises commitments and rewards efforts made by partners to ensure their business growth Avigilon, a leader in high definition (HD) and megapixel video surveillance solutions, recently announced its new global partner program to its network of resellers and systems integrators. The Avigilon Partner Program recognizes commitments and rewards efforts made by partners to ensure their success and facilitate business growth. The new program offers Avigilon partners e...

Avigilon Donates Full HD Surveillance System To Harbor House Of Central Florida

The donation was made through Give Back, Avigilon's new corporate social responsibility program Avigilon, a leader in high definition (HD) and megapixel video surveillance solutions, recently announced its donation of a full HD surveillance system to Harbor House of Central Florida, an emergency shelter and community organization for women, men, children and pets who are victims of domestic abuse. Harbor House seeks to eliminate domestic violence by providing safety, shelter,...

MicroPower Technologies Welcomes Dave Tynan As Vice President Of Global Marketing And Business Development

Tynan is an experienced leader who has held multiple domestic and international leadership roles MicroPower Technologies, Inc., an award-winning provider of surveillance solutions optimized for rapid, cost-effective deployment, announces the appointment of Dave Tynan as Vice President of Global Marketing and Business Development. Tynan is an experienced leader who has held multiple domestic and international leadership roles in sales, marketing, business development and produc...

Linear LLC introduces two, three and five megapixel resolution IP cameras

Linear LLC, a leader in residential and commercial access control, security and health and wellness solutions, announces new two-, three- and five-megapixel IP cameras in dome, mini-dome, bullet and box styles. The new IP cameras offer features such as multiple video streams, H.264 video compression, vandal resistant housings, IP66 weatherization rating, wide dynamic range (WDR), auto iris control, two-way audio and PoE power. All cameras are ONVIF 2.2 profile S compliant and integrate to popula...

Avigilon Announces Appointment Of Larry Berg To Its Board Of Directors

Mr. Berg brings extensive experience in executive management positions to his new role Avigilon, a leader in high-definition (HD) and megapixel video surveillance solutions, recently announced the appointment of Larry Berg to its board of directors. In his most recent position as president and CEO of the Vancouver Airport Authority (VAA), Mr. Berg was instrumental in the redevelopment and expansion of the Vancouver International Airport (YVR) in Vancouver, Canada. The airport...

Avigilon To Demonstrate Its New LightCatcher Technology At ASIS 2013

Avigilon's new technology provides a way to capture evidentiary color detail in extreme low-light environments Avigilon, a leader in high-definition (HD) and megapixel video surveillance solutions, recently introduced LightCatcher™ technology to its camera line-up. To be demonstrated at ASIS 2013, Avigilon’s innovative LightCatcher technology provides the industry’s most effective way to capture evidentiary color detail in extreme low-light environments. This...

Avigilon Announces New 1.3 MP Cameras With LightCatcher Technology

Avigilon is excited to announce the release of new 1.3 MP HD cameras, featuring the innovative new LightCatcherTM technology. Available in both fixed and dome options, these new cameras  help you get superior color image detail in low-light settings, and are ideal for restaurants, hotels or commercial properties - applications where less-than-ideal lighting conditions exist.            Superior Color Image Detail, In The Dark Avigilon's innovati...

Avigilon To Demonstrate LightCatcher Technology At ASIS 2013

LightCatcher technology provides the most effective way to capture color detail in extreme low-light environments Avigilon, a leader in high definition (HD) and megapixel video surveillance solutions, recently introduced LightCatcher technology to its camera line-up. To be demonstrated at ASIS 2013, Avigilon’s innovative LightCatcher technology provides the industry’s most effective way to capture evidentiary color detail in extreme low-light environments. This new...

Avigilon HD Camera Helps To Protect And Monitor PNY Corporate Headquarters In New Jersey

PNY deploys Avigilon 16 MP cameras to oversee activity outside of the building as well as the parking lots Challenge A global technology leader within the consumer electronics market required an advanced HD surveillance system to protect inventory and employees inside their new 600,000 sq. foot state-of-the-art manufacturing facility and corporate headquarters. Solution PNY uses 21 Avigilon HD cameras to help secure their corporate headquarters, which spans 38 acres with a...

Avigilon To Offer Its HD Surveillance System To Protect And Safeguard Harbor House In Central Florida

The Avigilon system will watch over the shelter and safeguard all of its visitors and staff Harbor House has been chosen to be the next recipient of a full Avigilon HD surveillance system. Regarded as one of the best comprehensive domestic violence programs in the State of Florida, the charity provides five main services: emergency shelter, children’s services, community outreach, legal advocacy services and community and professional education. The Avigilon system will...

Avigilon Announces Second Quarter 2013 Financial Results, With 61% Year-over-year Revenue Growth

Avigilon's growth margin was 53%, up from 48% in 2012 Avigilon Corporation, a leader in high-definition (HD) surveillance systems, recently announced its financial results for the three and six months ended June 30, 2013. All figures are stated in Canadian dollars unless otherwise noted. Second Quarter 2013 Financial Highlights Revenue was $39.2 million, an increase of 61% over Q2 2012 revenue of $24.4 million. Gross margin was 53%, up from 48% a year earlier. EBITDA...