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ADI selected Arecont Vision as its Vendor of the Year for the United States and CDVI for Canada ADI recently announced the recipients of its 2013 Vendor Awards. ADI selected Arecont Vision its Vendor of the Year for the United States, and CDVI for Canada. ADI also recognized vendors in the categories of New Product of the Year, Best Sales Support, Best Marketing Support, Rookie Vendor of the Year, and Best Supplier Delivery Performance. Each year, ADI recognises key suppliers...

The sale of G4S Cash Solutions is completed for an aggregate consideration of C$110 million G4S, the leading global integrated security company, announces that the sale of G4S Cash Solutions (Canada) Limited has completed for an aggregate consideration of approximately C$110 million. G4S remains fully committed to the security market in Canada and will continue to provide a wide range of security services to its many local, national and multinational customers. With integrat...

Genetec was praised for its progressive employee programs and for offering an outstanding place to work Genetec, a leading provider of unified IP security solutions, recently announced that it has been recognized as one of the top employers in Montréal for the eighth year in a row. Evaluated by the editors of Mediacorp Canada Inc., Genetec was praised for its progressive and forward-thinking employee programs and for offering an outstanding place to work. Genetec offer...

The offer is designed to help users take advantage of the Helios solution to extend surveillance coverage MicroPower Technologies Inc., an award-winning provider of surveillance solutions optimized for rapid, cost-effective deployment, recently announced the development of a finance option for its Helios surveillance system. The offer is designed to help users take advantage of the Helios solution to extend surveillance coverage to outdoor and perimeter environments, without a...

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...

Both new additions to the North American facility are designed to cater to security and automation dealers LILIN North America, the US entity of IP video market leader Merit LILIN, recently announced its continued expansion in the markets of IP video and automation with the launch of two new demo rooms – the Automation Experience Center (AEC) and the LILIN Solutions Center (LSC). Both new additions to the North American facility are designed to cater to security and auto...

The updated pages contain the latest information on TRI-ED's products, services, branches and training events TRI-ED Distribution is pleased to announce the release of its new, state-of-the-art website, featuring a more contemporary design and user-friendly menus that allow visitors to easily navigate through each section. The updated pages contain the latest information on TRI-ED's products, services, branches and training events. Many new enhancements have also been made to...

The discount is applicable to OnSSI's latest version of its flagship product, Ocularis Recognizing that nothing is more important than a safe and stable learning environment for children and faculty, OnSSI announced recently that they are offering an aggressive educational discount for schools, universities and other educational institutions. The 30% discount is intended by OnSSI to help educational institutions provide the high level of security expected by every student, te...

The segment will discuss how Von Duprin offers the widest range of mechanical and electrified exit devices Allegion PLC, a leading global provider of security products and solutions, recently announced that the nationally syndicated series, “Manufacturing Marvels®,” on The Fox Business Network will showcase Von Duprin exit devices, a brand of Allegion, on February 10, between 9:35-9:45 p.m. ET during The Willis Report. The two-minute profile will spotlight how...

AlliedBarton was selected on criteria that included formal leadership process and its reputation among its peers AlliedBarton Security Services, the industry's premier provider of highly trained security personnel, has been named to Chief Executive magazine's 2014 Best Companies for Leaders within the private companies category. "This honor is reflective of our commitment to recognizing and cultivating leadership qualities in our employees," said Bill Whitmore, Chairman and C...

The offer is designed to help users take advantage of the Helios solution to extend surveillance coverage MicroPower Technologies Inc., an award-winning provider of surveillance solutions optimized for rapid, cost-effective deployment, recently announced the development of a finance option for its Helios surveillance system. The offer is designed to help users take advantage of the Helios solution to extend surveillance coverage to outdoor and perimeter environments, without a...

Barak Eilam has served in a variety of executive positions within NICE, managing different aspects of the business NICE Systems recently announced that its Board of Directors appointed Barak Eilam, President of NICE Americas, as its new Chief Executive Officer to succeed Zeevi Bregman, who is retiring from his position to pursue personal interests. The transition is expected to take place by the end of April, 2014. Barak Eilam is currently the President of NICE Americas, whic...

Verint rang the NASDAQ Stock Market closing bell to celebrate the closing of its acquisition of KANA software Verint Systems Inc. rang the NASDAQ Stock Market closing bell, February 5, 2014 at 4 pm ET, to commemorate its 20th Anniversary, which occurred on February 1, and to celebrate the closing of its acquisition of KANA Software, which took place, February 3. “Since its formation on February 1, 1994, Verint has been committed to delivering Actionable Intelligenc...

Traka is well aligned with Convergint’s business strategy, as it provides open solutions in its own right Traka, a world leading manufacturer of systems for managing keys and assets, has entered into a strategic reseller agreement with Convergint Technologies, one of the largest system integrators in the world, now making Traka’s products available to a larger global market and expanding their availability throughout the United States. Convergint’s place as...

The document presents useful information for deploying key control and asset management solutions Morse Watchmans, the leading supplier of key control and management systems, has published a whitepaper titled Best Practices Provide Best Value When Implementing Key Control and Asset Management Systems. The document, available on the Morse Watchmans website, presents useful information for deploying key control and asset management solutions, such as designing and customizin...

Axis designated six US Business Areas - Northeast, Mid-Atlantic, Southeast, Midwest, South Central and West Axis Communications, the world leader in network video, announces its US Expansion Plan designed to bring Axis even closer to its partner network and end-customers while intensifying local resources to meet demand in the fast growing physical security market. The Expansion Plan, which went into effect January 1, enables Axis to remain nimble while scaling to meet partner...

The registration was effective January 23, 2014 and is valid through January 22, 2017 Following an audit by UL DQS Inc. (Underwriters Laboratory) Theia Technologies received ISO 9001:2008 certification to the ISO9001 standard. The registration was effective January 23, 2014 and is valid through January 22, 2017. The registration scope includes the design, manufacture and sales of optical lenses. According to Jeff Gohman, President of Theia Technologies, "Our successful reg...

These appointments ensure smooth transition and simplify the delivery of technology and services to customers Matrix Systems, an access control and security solutions provider with a 35-year reputation built on innovation and customer service, recently announced top-level leadership appointments for its Frontier business unit. Jeremy Krinitt assumes the role of General Manager of Frontier. In this role, he will lead all sales, and research and development efforts. Since joini...

Integrated Electronic Security will bring the reader up-to-date with emerging technology and will demystify jargon Martin Grigg, a security consultant with international standing, has written a physical security textbook embracing the IP revolution. The book covers sectors including CCTV, access control, perimeter intrusion, biometrics and video analytics. Grigg believes that a new breed of engineer is needed to design, install and maintain modern, integrated security sys...

Honeywell's First Alert Professional Dealer Program provides support in sales techniques Honeywell recently added Sonitrol Security Services, Inc. – a long-standing provider of life safety and security systems for homes and businesses in the Carolinas – to its First Alert Professional Dealer Program, one of the nation’s most exclusive security dealer networks. Sonitrol has locations serving Charlotte, N.C., and Greer, S.C. and serves high-end residential cust...

Almasi has 20 years of leadership and sales experience in technology and physical security companies Aimetis Corp., a global leader in intelligent network video management software, recently announced that it has named David Almasi to serve as vice president of global sales. Almasi brings more than 20 years of leadership and sales experience in technology and physical security companies. Most recently, he was regional vice president at Stanley Security Canada, overseeing the...

IHS estimates the world market to be valued at $5.2 billion in 2013, including products such as electromagnetic locks, and exit devices IHS has recently released its first industry report on the mechanical and peripheral locking devices market. IHS estimates the world market to be valued at $5.2 billion in 2013 which includes products such as electromagnetic locks, electric strikes, mechanical locks, exit devices, and accessories. Mechanical locks accounted for the largest por...

The new factory has an increased capacity of nearly 40%. Automatic Systems, a world leader in the automation of secure entrance control, has finalized the expansion of its North American industrial site located in Brossard, nearby Montreal (Quebec - Canada). The new factory has an increased capacity of nearly 40%. A vast range of pedestrian and vehicle equipment, including security entrance lanes, turnstiles, perimeter security, parking barriers are manufactured at this site....

AlliedBarton were named in the 2014 Best Companies for Leaders within the private companies category AlliedBarton Security Services, the industry's premier provider of highly trained security personnel with over 120 offices nationwide, has been named to Chief Executive magazine's 2014 Best Companies for Leaders within the private companies category. "This honor is reflective of our commitment to recognizing and cultivating leadership qualities in our employees," said Bill Whi...

SIA advances industry and members interests by advocating pro-industry policies and legislation WavestoreUSA, a provider of professional digital video and audio recording solutions for video surveillance applications, recently announced that it has joined the Security Industry Association (SIA), a nonprofit trade association representing manufacturers, service providers, and integrators of physical security products. SIA advances industry and members interests by advocating p...

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...

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...

The predictions encompass a range of solutions including anticipated advances in physical access control HID Global, a worldwide leader in secure identity solutions, recently released its projections for top trends the company believes will have the greatest impact on the secure identity industry in 2014. The predictions encompass a diverse range of solutions and technologies, including anticipated advances in physical and logical access control, secure issuance, identity assu...

Changes to legislation are significantly impacting the market for enterprise data storage in video surveillance globally Changes to legislation are significantly impacting the market for enterprise data storage in video surveillance globally. For example, in Germany the maximum retention time for video surveillance has been increased from 24 hours to 48 hours, this effectively doubles the maximum capacity requirement of video surveillance data storage systems. In the Andhr...

Mark has over 20 years of experience in the both security and broadcast arenas Keyscan Access Control Systems is pleased to announce Mark Playdon has joined Keyscan as Regional Sales Manager, Southeast US covering North Carolina, South Carolina and Georgia. “It is a pleasure to welcome Mark to his new role with Keyscan,” said Steve Dentinger, Keyscan’s Director of Sales and Marketing. “Mark brings a wealth of security and technology experience to our o...