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D-Link was recognized in streaming devices, wireless networking devices and surveillance cameras D-Link recently announced it received three Electronic House Magazine 2013 “Products of the Year” awards. Recognizing new products and technologies that cater to the connected home, Electronic House acknowledged D-Link in three categories – MovieNite™ Plus (DSM-312) in streaming devices, the Gaming Router (DGL-5500) in wireless networking devices, and the Cl...

As the Vice President of North America Sales, Ms. Dougan will be responsible for all sales in the USA and Canada Arecont Vision, the industry leader in megapixel camera technology, announced recently that Carole Dougan, Arecont Vision's Vice President, Strategic Accounts, has been named Vice President, North America Sales. Ms. Dougan assumed her new responsibilities on January 1, 2013. As the Vice President of North America Sales, Ms. Dougan will be responsible for all sales...

G4S brings its proven safety and security programs to Boca Falls, a community with more than 700 homes G4S Secure Solutions has expanded its residential services to include another large upscale gated community in Boca Raton, Florida G4S Secure Solutions (USA) Inc. has expanded its residential services to include another large upscale gated community in Boca Raton, Florida. G4S brings its proven safety and security programs to Boca Falls, a community with more than 700 homes...

Ingersoll Rand has augmented its grant-funding consultation capability As government entities, school districts and parents are searching for increased comprehensive security measures for their schools, Ingersoll Rand Security Technologies is providing its local Security and Safety Consultants (SSCs) with increased tools. For instance, many times the greatest impediment to protecting school children is funding. Therefore, Ingersoll Rand has augmented its grant-funding consulta...

Mr. Ross will be responsible for the implementation and management of enterprise business systems Avigilon, a leader in high-definition (HD) and megapixel video surveillance solutions, recently announced the appointment of Chris Ross to the role of executive vice president of global operations. In this role, he will support the ongoing operation of all departments and facilities worldwide. Mr. Ross will also be responsible for the implementation and management of enterprise bu...

Fluidmesh provides solutions ranging from the simple point-to-point wireless link to large city-wide mesh network Fluidmesh Networks, a technology leader in wireless systems for security, industrial, and mission-critical applications, has been named a 2013 Exporter of the Year award winner by ThinkGlobal Inc., publisher of Commercial News USA, the official export promotion magazine of the U.S. Department of Commerce. ThinkGlobal, which also manages the USA Export Expo, selects...

The partnership has resulted in the development of LiNC-XS™, a flexible enterprise class access control offering by PCSC PCSC, a designer and manufacturer of quality access control solutions recently announced that it has entered into a strategic partnership with Maxxess Systems, Inc. headquartered in Yorba Linda, California. Maxxess is a leader in highly integrated access control systems. This partnership has resulted in the development of LiNC-XS™, a flexible en...

The extensive list of security hardware supported by the AxxonSoft Intellect platform has grown to include Intrepid II new-generation perimeter security systems made by Southwest Microwave, Inc. Combining Intellect software with Intrepid II provides in-depth protection from intruders for sites of all sizes and complexities. Intellect-based solutions combine with the MicroPoint II perimeter fence protection system and MicroTrack II buried cable intrusion sensors. The following Intrepid II syste...

The commercials provide an inside look into Tyco Integrated Security’s services including video monitoring Tyco Integrated Security, the industry’s leading security systems integrator, announced the launch of a new series of TV commercials featuring Steve Young, NFL Hall of Famer, ESPN Color Football Analyst and former San Francisco 49ers quarterback. The first two commercials debuted on NBC Sports during the “2012 Tyco Golf Skills Challenge” on Decembe...

DRS develops and integrates technology to inspect people crossing borders using fixed and mobile cameras DRS Technologies has announced its intention to pursue the U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) Integrated Fixed Towers (IFT) program to provide border security technology along the southwest border of the United States. DRS is a world leader in sensor, network computing, and Command, Control and Communications technology, the central elements of detection, tracki...

CIT Payments 2013 is part of the Financial Forum Series and brings together industry experts from around the world Datacard Group, the world leader in secure ID and card personalization solutions, announced recently that Sebastien Tormos, director of marketing, m-commerce solutions for Datacard Group, will be presenting at the CIT Payments 2013 conference in Madrid, Spain on Feb. 19th, 2013. In its 16th year, CIT Payments 2013 is part of the Financial Forum Series and brings...

Tom Walton brings business, sales and training leadership experience to the job G4S Secure Solutions (USA) is proud to announce Tom Walton has joined the company as Regional Director of Business Development supporting the Mid-Atlantic and Northeast Regions. Walton brings an extensive safety and security track record combined with impressive business, sales and training leadership experience to the job. “I am excited to be joining the world’s largest security solut...

American Fibertek is currently positioned to capitalize on recognized market trends Over the past 25 years the global physical security market has dramatically changed in scope and grown in size. This development, driven in part by evolving technology and continually improving infrastructure, has kept the industry at the forefront of the major international analysts’ watch lists. Among the select group of players who have successfully adapted to the changing industry lan...

At the end of FY 2012, NLSS reported 123% increases in sales over FY 2011 and expects continued growth in 2013 Next Level Security Systems, a provider of a new breed of unified networked security solutions, recently announced that its 2012 sales surpassed those of the previous year. At the end of FY 2012, Next Level reported a 123 percent increase in sales over FY 2011 and the company expects to continue to experience significant sales growth in 2013 and beyond.   To mee...

Award recipients were selected from more than 700 Aimetis partners in more than 100 countries Aimetis Corp., a global leader in intelligent IP video management software, recently announced recipients of its 2012 Vision Awards. The annual awards honor the top performing Aimetis distributors and resellers worldwide. Award recipients were selected from more than 700 Aimetis partners in more than 100 countries. Recipients were required to meet or exceed a set of criteria that inc...

Pivot3 ranked number 74 on the list of 100 privately held, high-growth companies with bright futures Pivot3, a leading supplier of video surveillance and virtual desktop infrastructure (VDI) storage appliances, recently announced it has been recognized in Forbes’ annual ranking of America’s Most Promising Companies. Pivot3 ranked number 74 on the list of 100 privately held, high-growth companies with bright futures. With nearly 600 customers across the globe, Pivo...

Genetec employees benefit from an array of social advantages, including flexible hours, a generous vacation and time-off policy Genetec, a pioneer in the physical security industry and a leading provider of world-class unified IP security solutions, is proud to announce that it has been recognized as one of Montreal’s Top Employers by the editors of Mediacorp Canada Inc. Genetec's candidacy was retained for its progressive and forward-thinking programs and for leading t...

HID Global's projections include visitor management , secure credential issuance, and RFID tagging HID Global, a worldwide leader in secure identity solutions, recently released its projections for the top secure identity trends of 2013. The predictions span a broad range of market segments including physical access control, logical access control, and mobile access control using NFC-enabled smartphones. Other market segments covered in the company’s projections include...

In the letter, Mr. Hauhn said that SIA members are committed to working with the administration, Congress and law enforcement Jay Hauhn, Chairman of Board of Directors for the Security Industry Association (SIA), sent a letter to President Barack Obama on the subject of security in the nation’s schools. In the letter, Mr. Hauhn said that SIA members are committed to working with the administration, Congress, law enforcement and the education community to develop reasona...

FLIR® branded products will be introduced through Digimerge’s network of major security distributor partners FLIR Systems, the world’s leading innovator and supplier of thermal imaging technology, has acquired Lorex Technology, and its subsidiary company Digimerge Technologies. FLIR® branded products will soon be introduced through Digimerge’s well-established network of major security distributor partners, and will quickly grow to include a full line...

The agreement will enable PCSC to resell HID Global’s EasyLobby® Secure Visitor Management (SVM™) software PCSC, a designer and manufacturer of quality access control solutions confirms that it has entered into a reseller agreement with HID Global®, a worldwide leader in secure identity solutions. The agreement will enable PCSC to resell HID Global’s EasyLobby® Secure Visitor Management (SVM™) software as part of PCSC’s LiNC-NXG™...

The predictions span a range of market segments including physical, logical and mobile access control HID Global, a worldwide leader in secure identity solutions, recently released its projections for the top secure identity trends of 2013. The predictions span a broad range of market segments including physical access control, logical access control, and mobile access control using NFC-enabled smartphones. Other market segments covered in the company’s projections inclu...

Moxa was named as preferred supplier in 3 technology categories: information management, Ethernet and networking components Moxa, a provider of hardened networking and communication solutions for factory automation, announced that it has been recognized by Automation World magazine as a "First Team" supplier of choice for the second year in a row. Moxa was named as a preferred supplier in three technology categories: Information Management, Networking Components (Ethernet), an...

Mobotix Global Partner Network helps partners take advantage of the business opportunities within IP video surveillance market MOBOTIX Corp., an industry-leading provider of high-resolution, network-based surveillance systems, recently announced that TOTUS Solutions™, a manufacturer of outdoor lighting-based security platforms, has joined the MOBOTIX Global Technology Partner Network. Participation in the program ensures seamless integration of MOBOTIX IP surveillance de...

The agreement enables BGW Technologies to deliver Firetide’s wireless mesh products to Australian and South Pacific customers Firetide, Inc., the leading provider of high-performance wireless infrastructure mesh networks, recently announced a distribution agreement with BGW Technologies. This strategic alliance enables BGW Technologies to deliver Firetide’s wireless mesh products to its Australian and South Pacific customers, addressing a growing need for reliable,...

The program provides opportunities for higher margins, enhanced partner labels and boosted visibility Milestone Systems, the open platform company in IP video management software (VMS), is rolling out its next-generation Channel Partner Program to their global network of distributors, resellers and system integrators. The new program makes it more fun, easy and profitable to work with Milestone. It emphasizes improved benefits for Milestone partners related to achievements in...

The Bosch training course provides brief video tutorials with product information and details on installation Bosch Security Systems, Inc. trained nearly 8,500 customers in North America in 2012 through its Security and Communications Training Academy — achieving more than 30 percent growth in the number of course participants over the previous year. “Adoption of IP-based systems is growing rapidly, creating increased demand for training”, said Jim Musshafen...

Skowronski will focus on continuing to drive the momentum of the company's PIAM software Quantum Secure, the leading provider of enterprise software to manage and streamline security identities, compliance and analytics across disparate physical security systems, has appointed John Skowronski as Vice President of Global Sales.   Skowronski brings a strong combination of experience, enthusiasm, domain knowledge and demonstrated record of achievement to Quantum Secure...

Brady Corporation acquired PDC, a leader in identification products primarily for the healthcare market Brady Corporation (“Brady”), a world leader in identification solutions, recently acquired Precision Dynamics Corporation (“PDC”) from Water Street Healthcare Partners, a strategic private equity firm focused exclusively on the health care industry, in a cash transaction for $300 million, subject to customary working capital and post-close adjustments...

Protection1 to acquire select assets of Pinnacle including certain proprietary IT infrastructure and software Protection 1, the largest full-service provider of business and home security in the U.S., recently announced the purchase of select assets from Utah-based Pinnacle Security including certain proprietary IT infrastructure and software, along with assuming the current Pinnacle facility located in Orem, Utah. “Pinnacle’s customer relationship management syst...