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SIA will honor two of its members for their contributions to increasing collaboration between SIA The Security Industry Association (SIA) will present the first annual Jay Hauhn Excellence in Partnerships Award at SIA Honors Night on Nov. 19, 2014, at The Lighthouse at Chelsea Piers in New York City, the association announced recently. SIA will honor two of its members for their contributions to increasing collaboration between SIA and vertical market organizations: Mike How...

Pacom Systems announces the official launch of the 8003 Pacom-Edge Intelligent Security Controller. Pacom now expands its expertise and marketing leading position across a wide range of industries, through the design of a fully integrated security controller that combines the critical capabilities of an IP-based alarm panel, access control panel and multi-card reader interface into a single, cost-effective device. Specifically engineered for convenient installation in any location rated for a 3...

The Security Industry Association (SIA) has announced the release of the ANSI/SIA CP-01-2014 False Alarm reduction standard. CP-01-2014 details recommended design features for security system control panels and their associated arming and disarming devices to reduce the incidence of false alarm dispatches. The new version features definitions for remote devices and includes updated verbiage stemming from requests for interpretation from the last update of the standard in 2010. The effort to up...

A team of volunteers from Hikvision, used organic farming to support young people in the community Hikvision USA, a multiple award-winning North American leader in innovative video surveillance technology products and solutions, joined with Earthworks Farm, a work-training and educational urban farm in Los Angeles County, to promote healthy lifestyle choices to the local community. A team of volunteers from Hikvision, along with Earthworks farmers, used organic farming as a fr...

CNL Software will be attending ASIS 2014 with Milestone and Pelco CNL Software, a world leader in Physical Security Information Management (PSIM) software, is pleased to announce the further development of US operations with the centralization of its IPSecurityCenter™ PSIM sales, delivery and training services to a new office in Ashburn, Virginia, US. Heading up CNL Software’s US division is VP Business Development, Warren van der Merwe, who has relocated from the...

Klein was most recently Vice President of Marketing for System Sensor Americas Jeff Klein has been appointed General Manager for System Sensor Americas. System Sensor is a global manufacturer of fire and life safety devices, specializing in smoke detection, carbon monoxide detection, and notification technology for world-wide applications. Klein succeeds Tom Potosnak who, after six years as leader of System Sensor Americas, was appointed to a new role at Honeywell. Klein was...

Xentry is delivering its security and communications portfolio under the new partnership Xentry Systems Integration, a systems integrator focused on delivering best-in-class security solutions and healthcare technologies, recently announced that it has entered into a strategic agreement with Ascom (US) Inc. to streamline delivery of the company’s mission critical healthcare communications solutions to Xentry customers. Xentry delivers a comprehensive security and commun...

Milestone has integrated its XProtect video management software with the GuardTrax officer phone app GuardTrax announces the completion of a game-changing integration of the GuardTrax™ officer phone app with Milestone XProtect® video management software (VMS). This solution delivers unique threat alert, identification, video verification, resolution and reporting capabilities for security guarding companies, mobile patrols and in-house units. The relationship b...

Cummiskey brings over 25 years of experience in both the consumer and commercial security markets Linear LLC, a Nortek company and leader in the security and home automation markets, recently announced the appointment of industry executive Tom Cummiskey as senior vice president of global sales. Cummiskey brings over 25 years of experience in both the consumer and commercial connected-security and monitoring markets at ADT Security Services. His deep experience includes managin...

Telaeris's XPressEntry mobile access control solution integrates with existing security systems Telaeris' XPressEntry LiveMode, which enables handheld security authentication from the convenience of an Android smartphone or tablet device, will be introduced at ASIS.  Telaeris's XPressEntry is an industry leading mobile access control hardware and software solution that integrates with existing security systems. Adding mobile identity verification with...

BCDVideo has expanded its enterprise-grade product line of Video Recording Platforms (VRPs) with HP’s introduction of 6TB hard drives. The Nova Series now boasts new models as well as 150% greater storage capacities on existing VRPs. Included in the upgraded product line is the BCD310E8 Tower, which is scalable up to 24TB and engineered for retail applications that require entry-level price considerations with the benefit of remote system management. BCDVideo also released the short-dept...

NICE Systems recently announced its partnership with AMAG Technology, a G4S subsidiary, for the integration of its NICE Situator PSIM and situation management solution with AMAG Technology’s Symmetry™ Access Control system. The joint solution can be used by command and control centers worldwide to improve situational awareness and streamline incident management. The integration enables bi-directional communication between Symmetry and Situator. This means Situator can receive real-t...

The Silver Comet Trail is a 61-mile hiking and biking trail west of Atlanta that follows a route previously traveled by the Silver Comet passenger train from 1947 to 1969. I heard about the train when I was growing up but was never a passenger. As an adult, I have been on the Silver Comet Trail a couple of times; it’s mostly level and great for biking (or walking). The former route of the railroad tracks has been paved over, extending through a beautiful, natural environment that feels lik...

When Apple makes a new product announcement, the whole technology world takes note. Such was the case last week when the tech giant introduced its sleek and shiny new iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus. Almost as an encore, the company also unveiled the stylish and versatile Apple Watch, which will be available in early 2015. We have all seen the impact of mobile devices on systems and technologies used in physical security, so any new smart phone products have the potential to impact our market. In th...

Since its inception in 2008,the organisation has seen its membershipgrow by 25-50% each year ONVIF, the leading global standardization initiative for IP-based physical security products, has announced that it now claims members from six of the seven continents in the world, with the addition of Brazilian security products manufacturer Intelbras to its membership ranks. “As widespread adoption of our profile-based standards continues, we are gratified to see our mem...

The KeyWatcher Touch™ system was exactly what the hotel needed to ensure key accountability and accurate reports Having to abide by and work with technology and/or product choices made remotely by a head office can sometimes be a challenge for branch locations. The local situation or circumstances may be slightly different than corporate or the feature set of the product may not exactly meet everyone’s requirements, leading to a less than satisfactory solution. Th...

Donaldson will focus on market requirements, providing both tacticaland strategic leadership Arecont Vision®, the industry leader in IP-based megapixel camera technology, recently announced the promotion of Brad Donaldson to Director of Product Management. Donaldson previously served as the senior product manager for the company. “Brad has shown his dedication and commitment to Arecont Vision® with significant contributions to our success,” said Raul...

VidSys’ National Language Support software can be easily adapted to various languages without code changes VidSys, a leading provider of Physical Security Information Management (PSIM) software, recently announced that it will demonstrate the latest release of its award winning product at ASIS in Atlanta, September 29 through October 1 in Booth #3565. In 7.7, VidSys debuts National Language Support, meaning the software can be easily adapted to various languages without...

The video surveillance systems have been hugely successful in keepingthe centers safe Hikvision USA, a leading North American provider of multiple award-winning video surveillance products, teamed up with the City of Philadelphia to ensure success of their “Fun Safe Philly Summer” initiative. The program connects youth and their families to free and low-cost summer activities, including many events at the recreation centers spread throughout the city. With the safe...

Whitney brings over 25 years of marketing experience in video security, network security, and IT Arecont Vision®, the industry leader in IP-based megapixel camera technology, announces the appointment of Jeff Whitney as Vice President of Marketing. Whitney brings more than 25 years of global experience in marketing for fast growing high technology companies in video security, network security, and information technology. Whitney will lead worldwide marketing at a time of s...

BCDVideo released an 84TB model of their Nova Series video recording storage platform. This new capability allows BCDVideo’s BCD380V8-M system to manage up to 73TB of RAID 5 useable internal video storage —a 150% capacity increase— while still only using two rack spaces. The BCDVideo Nova Series is manufactured specifically for Enterprise IP Video Surveillance applications. The Nova Series is our newest-generation platform utilizing 6G SAS technology which enables more high-me...

You can expect to pass through tight security checks in environments, such as airports and government buildings, which are greater targets for terrorist attacks or other forms of violence. You don't expect to pass through the same level of security checks in neighborhood shops and schools. It's a simple rule that there will be more security systems in places where there's a greater need for them. Generally speaking, there isn't such a high need for very high end securit...

Reddy will focus on end-to-end customer experience from product vision to deployment Honeywell recently announced the appointment of Inder Reddy as president of Honeywell Security Products Americas, an industry leader in intrusion, access control and video surveillance technologies. Reddy succeeds Scott Harkins, who accepted a new role within Honeywell. Reddy previously served for four years as Honeywell Security Group (HSG) vice president of global marketing. In this role, h...

The 4K Ultra HD camera line will consist of advanced mini-dome and bullet form factors DVTEL, INC., the video surveillance solutions provider, announced recently its new Quasar 4K Ultra HD Camera line, a core component of the “DVTEL 4K Certified Solutions.” The camera line will consist of advanced mini-dome and bullet form factors. Bringing the latest 4K technology to DVTEL’s value-added resellers and end users, the DVTEL Quasar 4K Ultra HD Cameras deliver t...

DNA Fusion Web v2.5 offers a convenient method of access control management to mobile end users Open Options, an industry leader in open platform access control solutions, will showcase the latest release of DNA Fusion, Fusion Web and highlight exciting new integrations with AXIS Communications and Milestone Systems at ASIS International’s 60th Annual Seminar and Exhibits this September in Atlanta. “Open Options is excited to provide the thousands of security prof...

Tyco Security Products will be demonstrating emerald and the rest of the CEM portfolio at booth #710 Tyco Security Products, part of Tyco, the world’s largest pure-play fire protection and security company, announced recently that it is bringing its popular brand of CEM Systems access control products to the Americas. CEM solutions have been sold primarily in EMEA and Asia for over 25 years. Their first to market innovative hardware and software solutions have been extr...

SureView Systems announces they have successfully integrated the mobiDEOS UCNE range of cloud and network-enabled surveillance systems into Immix, the company’s video based automation software. Immix® delivers a single platform to manage video surveillance/CCTV, intrusion and fire alarms, access control, and VoIP audio. The mobiDEOS UCNE system enables legacy CCTV systems to be quickly and simply connected through the device and onto Immix for remote monitoring across many locations t...

With VideoEdge Hybrid recorders in place, CCSD’s safety officers will have faster search capabilities American Dynamics, a Tyco Security Products brand that is part of Tyco, the world’s largest pure-play fire protection and security company, announced recently that Cherokee County School District (CCSD), located in the Atlanta metro area, has chosen its American Dynamics video security solutions to secure its schools and other facilities. One of the largest public...

The roundtable discussion brought together various leaders in the energy sector to discuss systems integration G4S Technology, an award-winning security systems integrator and expert project management company for communication networks and fully integrated, electronic security systems, hosted a roundtable discussion titled ‘Security System Integration in the Utility Sector: Balance between Detection and Protection’ on September 9 during IQPC’s 2014 Powe...

Smiths’ IONSCAN 600 is the next generation portable desktop explosives detector for use in global aviation and infrastructure security Smiths Detection will unveil the IONSCAN 600, its next generation portable desktop explosives trace detector for use in global aviation and infrastructure security, at the ASIS International 60th Annual Seminar and Exhibits on Tuesday, September 30th at 10:00 AM during a press conference. The IONSCAN 600’s simplified software, cost...