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This is the first time that SIA has signed such an agreement with a federal agency The Security Industry Association (SIA) recently signed a memorandum of understanding with the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Science & Technology Directorate. The memorandum outlines an information-sharing agreement between SIA and DHS that is intended to help both parties "benefit from cost savings, technology awareness and enhanced relationships." "DHS' commitment to providing st...

VidSys and SecureTech support a joint strategy for improving physical security capabilities in the region VidSys, a leading provider of Physical Security Information Management (PSIM) software, awarded SecureTech LLC of Abu Dhabi, UAE the VidSys 2013 Top Integrator Partner Award for the United Arab Emirates. The award was presented by VidSys Chairman and CEO Michael P. Jackson to Mr. Abdulla Al Neaimi, founder and CEO of SecureTech, at the 2013 ASIS International Seminar and E...

Image Sensing Systems. Inc. announced recently the addition of two new products to its video detection product line: Autoscope® Sn-500 and Autoscope® Sn-510. These video detection solutions, optimized for markets outside of North America, provide a complete and cost-effective vehicle detection solution for intersection control applications. The products offer fast set-up, minimal maintenance, and high performance.  These processing cards deliver value and help reduce congestion, pr...

Axis Communications, the market leader in network video, recently announced a strong addition to its line of fixed cameras for around-the-clock outdoor surveillance with AXIS Q1765-LE Network Camera. AXIS Q1765-LE with built-in infra-red (IR) LEDs and outdoor-ready enclosure has a powerful 18x motorised optical zoom with autofocus for covering long distances in crisp and clear 1080p HDTV resolution (see video). The bullet-style network camera was designed for monitoring entrances, exits and per...

The collaboration will allow Tri-Ed and AIL to share information on market insights within their areas of operation Tri-Ed and Aditya Infotech Ltd. will be inviting other key distributors from other parts of the world to join The International Alliance of Independent Security Distributors Tri-Ed, North America’s largest independent security distributor, and Aditya Infotech Ltd. (AIL), India’s No.1 Security & Safety Products Distribution house and a leading glo...

AlliedBarton was also recognized with a Brandon Hall Award for Excellence in Compliance Training in 2012 AlliedBarton Security Services, the industry's premier provider of highly trained security personnel, has won the Bronze Brandon Hall Excellence Award for Best Custom Content. "This award recognises our efforts to provide employees with distinctive learning experiences that positively impact organizational objectives by improving one's understanding, confidence, behavior a...

HID Global provides governments worldwide with highly customizable identity solutions for citizen ID programs HID Global, a worldwide leader in secure identity solutions, recently announced it has joined the Secure Identity Alliance, the industry’s reference body for secure documents and eServices. HID Global brings expertise to the secure government-to-citizen ID market worldwide with solutions that provide advantages over traditional paper-based documents, such as more...

With shipments of cameras continuing to rise, the daily data dump is expected to more than double in just four years The extraordinary deluge of data in the surveillance business is being triggered by a flood of new high-definition (HD) video cameras entering the market, according to the new report entitled “Enterprise and IP Storage used for Video Surveillance” from IHS Inc. With shipments of such cameras continuing to rise, the daily data dump is expected to...

Zebra Commerce encompasses a suite of hardware devices, software applications and services Zebra Technologies Corporation, a recognized global leader in products and solutions that extend real-time visibility into business operations, recently announced, Zebra Commerce, a new brand that encompasses a suite of hardware devices, software applications, and services targeted at mobilising the operations of retailers and field service organizations. Zebra Commerce brings together...

The residential sector accounted for 40.7% of the $2.7 billion global intruder alarm market in 2012 The elusive goal of integration in the intrusion industry is beginning to gain realistic momentum with the growing trend to combine home automation and home security systems, on a single platform, according to a recent study titled “The World Maker for Intruder Alarms – 2013 Edition” by IMS Research, now part of IHS. The residential sector accounted for 40.7%...

The Traka Intelligent Laptop Locker is designed to control and automate the process of issuing laptop tablets to students Traka, an ASSA ABLOY Group company, is exhibiting the latest generation of its intelligent locker technology at ASIS 2013 with its Intelligent Laptop and Modular Locker products. The Traka Intelligent Laptop Locker is designed to control and automate the process of issuing laptop tablets to students or employees and ensuring they are returned and stored se...

NICE and UNICOM Government will help Miami International secure its Airfield NICE Systems and UNICOM Government, Inc. recently announced that they are partnering to provide Miami International Airport (MIA) with a runway incursion detection solution, which will enable the airport to secure its Airfield Operations Area (AOA). UNICOM Government is deploying the NICE Situator solution for situation management to enhance safety and security by helping MIA improve its real-time det...

Banco Supervielle received an award for its pensioner biometric identification project at the FELABAN CLAB 2013 Lumidigm recently announced that Banco Supervielle, a large private Argentinean bank, has won a FELABAN Financial Innovation Award for a biometric identification project that facilitates easy and secure transfer of retirement funds to retirees. Every month, the payment of pension checks to public retirees, one of the bank’s most important customer segments, was...

OnSSI's video management software and HTS’ intelligent analytics provides security professionals with a unified solution OnSSI announces the compatibility of their Ocularis video management platform with HTS license plate recognition (LPR) and vehicle identification recognition systems (VRS), including automatic vehicle make and model identification. Expanding on the functionality of its market leading open-architecture and intelligent IP video surveillance software, the...

The solution includes American Dynamics’ video management system to manage the museum’s Illustra IP domes Tyco Security Products, part of Tyco, the world’s largest pure-play fire protection and security company, announced recently that the Exploratorium, a ground breaking interactive science museum and modern learning laboratory, has chosen its video and access control technologies as part of a unified security solution for its new state-of-the-art facility o...

The Delta barricade that protected the consulate staff in Herat was the DSC1100 Delta Scientific recently announced that Delta barricades at the United States Consulate in Herat, Afghanistan, stopped a bomb-laden car and SUV from penetrating the entrances to the facility. The Taliban attacked the consulate in western Afghanistan with car bombs and guns on Friday, September 13 (2013), killing at least four Afghans but failing to enter the compound or hurt any Americans. The two...

Panoramic view megapixel cameras simplify and lower overall video surveillance cost High definition megapixel cameras can cover larger areas with fewer surveillance cameras while delivering superior detail and improving overall security operations. This translates into lower security infrastructure costs and improved overall return on investment (ROI), enabling users to deploy less expensive video surveillance systems with megapixel cameras while achieving better performance...

Sighthound, Inc. announces today the launch of Sighthound Video, a product designed to disrupt the hard-to-use world of video security software and bring new levels of intelligence to keeping an eye on those things most precious to you. Sighthound Video has been trained to simulate the human brain’s recognition abilities. The software not only detects motion, it detects people. The software’s ability to detect and differentiate humans from animals or other objects greatly reduces the...

Honeywell recently announced a technology upgrade to its NetAXS-123 web-based modular access control system to make it easier for small to mid-size businesses to secure their doors. Ethernet virtual loop (EVL) technology uses a single IP address to talk to multiple control panels, making installation fast and simple. This allows dealers to drive down at-the-door costs by using their customers’ existing local area networks (LAN) with Power-over-Ethernet (PoE), eliminating the requirement to...

JP Lapointe will oversee the alignment of all activities related to Honeywell's security products business in Canada JP Lapointe has been named General Manager of Honeywell Security Group – Canada. He will oversee the alignment of all activities related to Honeywell's security products business in Canada.  JP will lead Honeywell’s strategic efforts to identify relationship building opportunities with both new and existing customers to help them drive...

Samsung continues to expand its offering of imaging solutions that deliver high performance and greater value Samsung Techwin continues to expand its offering of imaging solutions that deliver high performance and greater value with the introduction of the new SNF-7010 360° megapixel camera at ASIS 2013 (booth #: 853). The omnidirectional SNF-7010 is a 3 megapixel 1080p high definition camera with a fisheye lens, digital pan/tilt/zoom (P/T/Z) and bi-directional audio. &ld...

Samsung SNV-6012M mobile flat camera is IP66 rated and equipped with a rugged M12 connector The latest addition to Samsung Techwin’s WiseNetIII camera line was introduced recently at ASIS 2013 (booth #: 853). The 2 MP Full HD (1080P) network line of vandal-resistant camera is fully mobile and has been designed to meet the challenging conditions for surveillance on-board trains, buses and other modes of public transport. The Samsung SNV-6012M mobile flat camera is IP66 r...

Aimetis celebrated 10 years of innovation and growth at the 2013 ASIS Show and Exhibits in Chicago, IL Aimetis Corp, a global leader in intelligent video management software, has announced 10 years of business success in the network video market with its flagship product, Aimetis Symphony™. Aimetis celebrated 10 years of innovation and growth at the 2013 ASIS Show and Exhibits in Chicago, IL. The company that started as a humble entrepreneurial venture has prospered int...

Identive’s ability to operate as a united, focused company is strengthened with the appointments approved by its Board Identive Group, Inc. announces Steven Humphreys as its new Chairman of the Board and the promotion of Lawrence W. Midland to President and Dr. Manfred Mueller to Chief Operating officer of the company. All appointments are effective immediately. “Identive’s ability to operate as a united, focused company is strengthened with the appointm...

As a memeber, Key Systems Inc will now provide enhanced security options for Asset tracking Ingersoll Rand Security Technologies has announced that Key Systems, Inc., manufacturer of high security electronic asset control devices and high security management software to provide real-time event reporting has joined the aptiQ Alliance program. Customers can now use one credential, a high security aptiQ smart card, with Key Systems, Inc. products to gain access to and track medic...

AllClear is the first hand-held image-free screener incorporating passive millimeter wave detection technology Microsemi Corporation, a leading provider of semiconductor solutions differentiated by power, security, reliability and performance, recently announced its next-generation, AllClear® handheld screener with enhanced metal detection capabilities for security and loss prevention applications. The enhanced AllClear screener now has an integrated metal detector that al...

Traka has appointed 16 new resellers in 2013 including 10 in Europe and five in Asia Traka plc, a leading developer of intelligent key and asset management solutions around the world, has appointed 16 new resellers in 2013 including 10 in Europe and five in Asia. These new channels join a network of 40 global resellers spanning countries such as Hong Kong, Turkey, Colombia and Poland. 2013 has seen the highest rate of reseller appointments for the company so far as a direct r...

Project productivity improves when systems integrator and client personalities “integrate” Long-term business relationships can be a win-win proposition for integrators and customers alike. In this article, Jason Oakley, CEO of North American Video (NAV), explains that compared to simply transactional relationships that are typically short-term projects, long-term relationships generally provide better working relationships, increased satisfaction, reduced costs, a...

SpotterRF announces the roll-out of its Shield Initiative to provide rapid radar camera-cueing capabilities SpotterRF recently announced the roll-out of its Shield Initiative to provide rapid radar camera-cueing capabilities for a wide range of perimeter security and commercial users through its reseller network. In support of the Shield Initiative, the company is introducing new versions of the NetworkedIO integration platform and the new C550 compact ground radar at this yea...

Cisco recently announced enhancements to its portfolio of safety and security solutions with video surveillance architectures and new IoT enabled solutions that ease management of millions of connected cameras and devices. The "Internet of Things" is the next technology transition where devices will allow us to sense and control the physical world by making objects smarter and connecting them through an intelligent network. Video Surveillance Manager 7 (VSM7) provides new capabilities that enabl...