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 Mr. Law's experience will greatly contribute to Lumenera's success in the surveillance industryLumenera Corporation, a leading manufacturer and developer of high performance digital cameras and custom imaging solutions for surveillance, scientific and industrial markets, is pleased to announce the addition of Mr. Scott Law to its sales force.Joining Lumenera as Director of Worldwide Sales for security markets, Scott brings over 20 years of experience in sales/business development...

 Deatherage will aid in the design of HD surveillance systemsAvigilon announced the appointment of Drew Deatherage as the company's business development director, responsible for expanding awareness for Avigilon's award winning high definition (HD) surveillance solutions within the security consultant community. A seasoned security technology consultant, Deatherage has managed security installations at hundreds of sites including Dallas Love Field airport, Southwest Airlines Gener...

 Bob Mosler brings over 30 years experience in the electronic security industry to his new positioninfinias, LLC today named Mr. Bob Mosler as National Sales Manager responsible for all sales activities. Mr. Mosler has extensive industry experience working in various senior sales management roles. Prior to joining infinias, Bob held senior sales management positions in Brivo Systems, Northern Computer, Diebold and ADT. Bob has been an active member of ASIS International for over 2...

  Arecont Vision is planning to drive megapixel products in Europe Arecont Vision, the industry leader in IP-based megapixel camera technology has announced the addition of Duncan Cooke and Martin Cowley to further expand on its sales growth in Europe. Both Mr. Cooke and Mr. Cowley bring years of technology and industry sales experience to Arecont Vision, further strengthening the company's presence in Europe and a stronger emphasis on the security market in the...

 SCM Microsystems and Bluehill ID AG combine their respective access and identification businessesSCM Microsystems, Inc., a leading provider of solutions for secure access, secure identity and secure exchange, and Bluehill ID AG, a leading provider of automatic identification and RFID technologies, products, services and solutions, have announced that the transaction to combine their respective businesses has closed. Under the terms of the Business Combination Agreement, SCM made...

 The video demonstrates how the network cameras use thermal imaging to detect people and incidentsAxis Communications, the global market leader in the network video market and the first company to offer customers full-featured thermal network cameras for surveillance, has produced a video following the launch of the AXIS Q1910 and AXIS 1910-E Thermal Network Cameras this month. The video demonstrates how the network cameras use thermal imaging to detect people and incidents in compromised l...

  Avigilon is among the top 25 companies in British Columbia with the greatest potential for revenue growth Avigilon, the performance and value leader in high definition (HD) and megapixel video surveillance systems, is pleased to announce that the company has been named to Rocket Builders' 2010 "Ready to Rocket" list. The annual list names the top 25 privately held BC companies that are best positioned to capitalize on the 2010 technology sector trends that will lead them to...

 The first course will be offered as part of the ISC West Education Conference in Las Vegas March 23-24Security professionals who want to learn more about project management but are not ready to take the Security Industry Association's Certified Security Project Manager (CSPM) course can now attend a new introductory programme.SIA's new two-day Introduction to Security Project Management presents students with the basic concepts and tools needed to manage electronic security projects effect...

 Retailers can improve image quality with IP systems A survey by the Swedish Retail Institute that has been conducted on behalf of the Swedish Trade Federation in cooperation with Axis Communications, highlights three issues why retailers benefit from network video.Shop owners experience fewer thefts and robberies, and increased staff security. According to the survey, 66% of those who have installed surveillance said they feel the security for staff has increased, and more than half have e...

 SIA Director of Research Mark Visbal has completed the Certified Association Executive (CAE) programmeSecurity Industry Association (SIA) Director of Research Mark Visbal has completed the Certified Association Executive (CAE) programme from ASAE, earning one of the top certifications in the association world.The 50-year-old CAE program from the American Society of Association Executives is, according to the organization, "designed to elevate professional standards, enhance individual...

  The new cameras use thermal imaging and integrate with video surveillance systems  Axis Communications, the global market leader in the network video market, has introduced Axis Q1910 and Axis Q1910-E Thermal Network Cameras, two unique products that perfectly complement any network video system that is required to secure an area 24 hours a day, seven days a week. The new cameras use thermal imaging, which allows users to detect people and incidents with great...

  The new network cameras use thermal imaging to detect with great reliability even in complete darkness Axis Communications, the global market leader in the network video market, is the first company on the market to offer customers full-featured thermal network cameras for surveillance. The new network cameras use thermal imaging, which allows users to detect people and incidents with great reliability even in complete darkness and other difficult conditions. Up until now,...

 The new website represents SALTO's specialist approach to electronic locking technologySALTO Systems has launched a new website designed to provide anyone involved in the specification of security and access control solutions with up to date information on the technology and capabilities of the company's range of wireless electronic locks.The vibrant new site, http://www.wirelesslocks.net/ is made up of four components: the introduction, wireless, how it works and a summary. In just over f...

  Arecont Vision has added Duncan Cooke and Martin Cowley to its sales team for Europe Arecont Vision, the industry leader in IP-based megapixel camera technology, has announced the addition of Duncan Cooke and Martin Cowley to further expand on its sales growth in Europe. Both Mr. Cooke and Mr. Cowley bring years of technology and industry sales experience to Arecont Vision, further strengthening the company's presence in Europe and a stronger emphasis on the security mar...

 The new network cameras and video recorders can be used in buses, trains, subway cars and emergency vehiclesAxis Communications, the global leader in the network video market, has introduced a complete, IP-based mobile video surveillance solution consisting of a new series of network cameras and a network video recorder for use in buses, trains, subway cars and emergency vehicles.Axis M31-R Network Camera Series and Axis Q8108-R Network Video Recorder are specially designed for easy a...

Paxton Access' Net2 access control system integrates with Pelco's innovative DS ConneX softwarePaxton Access' Net2 market leading access control system now integrates with the innovative DS ConneX camera software from Pelco, as Paxton Access joins the Pelco Partner First Program. The latest version of the intelligent Net2 software allows the integration of the Pelco Digital Sentry video recorder (DVR) version 4.2 or higher. This brings a new, competitively priced access control/CCTV so...

CNL recently integrated several key Pelco video products into its PSIM platformCNL, a world leader in developing Physical Security Information Management (PSIM) software, announces it has formed a technology partnership with Pelco, Inc. by Schneider Electric, a world leader in the design and development of next-generation video and security systems, as CNL joins the Pelco Partner First Programme.CNL recently integrated several key Pelco video products into its PSIM platform, IPSecurityCenter. Th...

Pelco forced to reduce work force due to anticipated weak industry growth for 2010Pelco management announced recently that as the result of slower than expected sales recovery from early 2009 declines, increased efficiency in manufacturing, and the anticipation of weak industry growth for 2010, the company has decided to reduce the size of its workforce."Layoffs are and have always been a last option for Pelco", said Dean Meyer, Pelco President and CEO. "This is a very u...

Avigilon have now announced integration into access control leaders Lenel, RS2, GE Security and CardaxAvigilon's Network Video Management Software (NVMS) has won industry awards for its innovative approach and simple user interface.With more and more integration modules being available through Avigilon's front end software, it is fast becoming the platform of choice for multi system control. Avigilon have now announced integration into access control leaders Lenel, RS2, GE Security and Cardax wi...

"OnSSI has taken a leading role in expanding interoperability solutions" On-Net Surveillance Systems, Inc.(OnSSI), the leading supplier of IP video surveillance control and management software, has launched an updated edition of their Camera Pack software. The new Camera Pack, v4.6 is one of the industry's first camera driver packs that is both PSIA (Physical Security Interoperability Alliance) and ONVIF (Open Network Video Interface Forum) compliant, supporting standards from...

Theia's SY110 Fixed Focal Megapixel Lens offered as accessory for Axis' megapixel network camera product lineTheia Technologies recently announced that Axis Communications now offers Theia's SY110 Fixed Focal Megapixel Lens as an accessory lens for use with its megapixel network camera product line. Theia's 1.7 mm lens provides up to 110 degrees horizontal field of view (HFOV) when used with the 1.3 megapixel AXIS 211M Network Camera, and up to 116 degrees HFOV when used with the 2.0 megapi...

VIVOTEK USA ended the year on a high note by participating in CCTV Imports' Holiday Tradeshow and PartyVIVOTEK USA ended the year on a high note by participating in CCTV Imports' Holiday Tradeshow and Party held in the heart of the French Quarter in New Orleans. As usual, VIVOTEK had a strong presence and showed off the latest unique IP cameras, including the IP7361 2MP Outdoor Bullet Camera and the IP8161 H.264 2MP Fixed Camera. Though the party had a retro theme, there was nothing retro about...

Honeywell's new family of commercial wireless sensors improves the reliability and flexibility of intrusion systemsHoneywell today announced a new wireless capability for the Galaxy® Dimension intruder alarm system and a broader range of wireless sensors for the hybrid G2 intruder alarm system.  With a combination of unique radio technologies in the control panels and a suite of new, integrated wireless sensors that provide comprehensive intrusion and environmental protection for busine...

SIA and two other groups wrote about increased carbon monoxide detector usage in a letter to key lawmakersIncreased carbon monoxide detector usage is needed to stop what has become the leading cause of accidental poisoning deaths in the United States, the Security Industry Association and two other groups wrote in a December 17 letter to key lawmakers.Carbon monoxide (CO), a colorless, odorless gas known as the "silent killer," claims more than 400 lives in the United States each...

Communication Networks has named Andrew Acquarulo Jr., as its President and Chief Operating Officer (COO)Communication Networks of Danbury, Connecticut, doing business as ComNet, has named Andrew Acquarulo Jr., as its President and Chief Operating Officer (COO). Acquarulo will be responsible for ComNet's worldwide strategic vision, operations and sales for the ComNet fiber optic and Ethernet product lines. Andrew will report to George Lichtblau, ComNet Chairman and CEO. In his role as ComNet Pre...

IQinVision's flagship IQU Certification Program has been updated and consolidated into a one-day trainingIQinVision, market leader in high-performance HD megapixel network cameras, smart IP cameras, and network video recording systems, recently announced that the company's flagship IQU Certification Program has been updated and consolidated into a one-day training. The more targeted, efficient IQU comes in response to graduate feedback and the increase in global demand for more training sessions...

Arecont Vision's popular MegaVideo® JPEG line is now available in compact form Arecont Vision, the industry leader in IP-based megapixel camera technology, recently announced the launch of their new compact JPEG series of cameras in 1.3, 2, 3 or 5 megapixel formats. These CMOS sensor cameras were designed to address cost sensitivities in the JPEG market as well as the size constraints of environmental housings. Although the compact cameras are approximately half the s...

SightLogix has named Monfort Electronics Marketing, Inc. as manufacturer's representativeSightLogix, the leading supplier of automated outdoor surveillance systems for wide area and perimeter security, has named Monfort Electronics Marketing, Inc. as Manufacturer's Representative in the states of Michigan, Ohio, West Virginia, Kentucky and Indiana.Monfort Electronics has served the video, access control, IT infrastructure, communications and security markets for more than fifty years as a manufa...

Scott Elliott takes up the newly created position of director of government sales for Hirsch ElectronicsBuilding on the success of its Government Program Group, Hirsch has announced it is again expanding its resources for the U.S. and international government markets by promoting Scott Elliott, formerly eastern district manager, to the newly created position of director of government sales. Mr. Elliott will team with Hirsch's well-respected Government Program Group (GPG) and its director, L...

Brickcom introduces new surveillance products which include outdoor PTZ, bullet, and speed dome camerasBrickcom proudly announces its new concept of total solution and whole new product lines at the end of 2009. With most specialized R&D teams, we display our achievements in 2009 and new products in 2010. Audiences can't wait to see what Brickcom will come up with for the surveillance industry. The most attractive products include outdoor cameras, PC-NVRs, and IVA features. Outdoor mode...