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Middle Atlantic presented Dynacom Sales with the Award at a sales meeting prior to ISC West Middle Atlantic Products presented Dynacom Sales with the Security Sales Representative of the Year Award at a sales meeting prior to ISC West 2014 in Las Vegas. Commenting on the award, Middle Atlantic Eastern Sales Director Bill Poling said, “Dynacom Sales is really exceptional at matching our factory’s capabilities and strengths with the needs of their distributors and c...

PSA’s partners will benefit from its proven IP cabling solutions as the industry continues to trend towards IP convergence PSA Security Network is excited to announce a new partnership with comCables®, a premier manufacturer of end-to-end structured cabling solutions. For over 30 years, comCables has been manufacturing trusted, quality copper & fiber optic structured cabling products including: Cat 5e, Cat 6 & 6A. All products exceed industry standards and ar...

Well-designed intrusion detection devices are capable of ignoring non-intruder events, thereby reducing false alarms Intrusion detection devices must maintain a delicate balance. Highly sensitive devices can cause too many false alarms while devices with insufficient sensitivity are easily defeated by sophisticated intruders. Innovations in intrusion detection technology have enabled significant advancements in performance, resulting in excellent catch performance while virtua...

Observer members will be able to independently test products to determine their conformance with ONVIF Profiles ONVIF, the leading global standardization initiative for IP-based physical security products, announced recently the addition of a new membership level, to its membership structure, called the Observer level, which encompasses consultants, systems architects and engineers and members of the media. The addition of the Observer level membership grants these individual...

Sessions are comprised of a 4 day workshop designed to be comprehensive training classes STANLEY Security, a leading global security company specializing in advanced integrated security solutions on K-12 and higher education campuses nationwide, announces its partnership with the National Association of Clery Compliance Officers and Professionals (NACCOP) and D. Stafford & Associates to sponsor a series of seminars throughout 2014 as part of the organization’s Advanc...

Samsung received the award in the 35th annual SIA New Product Showcase at ISC West Samsung Techwin America was honored with the Best Surveillance Video Data Storage Award in the 35th annual SIA New Product Showcase (NPS) at ISC West 2014 for its for its SRM-872 Mobile NVR. “Winning the New Product Showcase Award for the Surveillance Video Storage category is an honor and reflects the Samsung team’s hard work to develop and deliver powerful solutions that provide t...

Pelco is making its big comeback with renewed vigor and new lines of surveillance products to set it apart from the rest Working to Regain Momentum in a Changing Market: Most observers agree that Pelco lost momentum in the video surveillance market after the acquisition by Schneider Electric in 2007. Hervé Fages, senior vice president of Schneider Electric's video business, is looking to regain that momentum, guiding the surveillance giant in new directions as the marke...

These “critter cams” let viewers share in the daily lives of animals usually hidden in forests, groves or high atop trees Axis Communications, the global leader in network video, recently celebrates Earth Day by highlighting non-profit organizations who raise awareness of wildlife and conservation projects through live Web streams of animal habitats using Axis network cameras. These “critter cams” let viewers share in the daily lives of animals usually...

Jack will work with members of the DMP authorized dealer network to promote the sale of products Digital Monitoring Products (DMP) has named Jack Conard to the newly created position of Director-Market Development, Retail Solutions, West. Jack will work with members of the DMP authorized dealer network, vendor partners, and retailers to promote the sale of DMP products in retail installations. “DMP technology is especially well-suited to a number of vertical markets, in...

Visiting with the youngest "old company" in the security market: One of the newest companies at this year’s ISC West show is 130 years old. Allegion launched in December 2013 as a standalone, publicly-traded company following the spinoff of the commercial and residential security businesses from Ingersoll Rand. Making its high-profile debut at ISC West in Las Vegas, Allegion sponsored the kickoff ceremony and featured a big booth full of familiar brands like Schlage and Von Duprin. I cau...

Moxa became a sponsor member of the SunSpec Alliance in 2010 Moxa, an industry leader in data-loggers and networking hardware for the renewable energy market, announced recently that it was recognized with the Open Standards Champion award from the SunSpec Alliance, a trade consortium of distributed energy industry participants working together to pursue information standards to enable "plug & play" system interoperability. It was the second year in a row that Moxa receive...

Stevens from INSIDE Secure will describe the security attacks that are routinely launched against mobile platforms INSIDE Secure, a leader in embedded security solutions for mobile and connected devices, recently announces that Bart Stevens, director of product management at INSIDE Secure, will be a featured speaker at the Linley Tech Mobile Conference being held April 30 - May 1 in Santa Clara, California. Stevens will present ‘Mobile security is no longer optional&...

Arecont Vision MegaVideo compact 10MP cameras are located inside the bowl to monitor exterior seating areas Arecont Vision, the industry leader in IP-based megapixel camera technology, has been selected by MetLife Stadium’s security management team to provide comprehensive, undisrupted video coverage throughout every part of its venue. Arecont Vision megapixel cameras have been deployed to ensure wide area coverage with extreme detail and the ability to electronically zo...

The new Senior Managers are now responsible for the Photo Imaging and Industrial Optics divisions Tamron USA announced the reorganization of the US operations that merges the responsibilities of the previously separate areas of business. With this restructure, the newly appointed Senior Managers now hold responsibility for both the Photo Imaging Optics and the Industrial Optics divisions of the company. Gregg Maniaci was promoted to Senior Manager, Eastern Region, and Daniel D...

AMAG presented top 2013 Symmetry Authorized Resellers with Eagle Awards AMAG Technology, the most-installed access control and integrated security solution developer, held its annual Eagle Award reception at ISC West on April 3  where it presented its top 2013 Symmetry™ Authorized Resellers with Eagle Awards in recognition for their outstanding sales effort, dedication to AMAG’s Symmetry access control solution and exceptional customer service. “It is w...

Arecont Vision earned high marks from ADI for their sales and marketing support, provided to both ADI and to dealers Arecont Vision, the industry leader in IP-based megapixel camera technology, has been honored by ADI as their 2013 Vendor of the Year in the USA. The award recognises Arecont Vision for demonstrating excellence across several metrics that contribute to ADI’s growth and success. Arecont Vision received the award at the Vendor Symposium at ADI’s 2014 K...

Brickcom is pleased to announce the new version of the Fixed Box IP network cameras. The V5 new design includes a bunch of new hardware and software features, and is the result of the joint efforts from Brickcom's R&D team and the customers in all parts of the world. From the hardware point of view, the V5 Fixed Box cameras come with the following new features and enhancements: Real-Time Clock for the camera to maintain the accurate time even if powered off for days. Temperature Alarm f...

GeoVision is dedicated in providing a unified platform for IP-based surveillance infrastructure GeoVision is expanding its IP camera line with several new models including the Cloud Series. The cloud-centric surveillance and the wide range of model offerings bring IP surveillance to a new horizon. GeoVision is dedicated in providing a unified platform for IP-based surveillance infrastructure. This effort actualised at ISC West 2014 with the presentation of four major themes,...

Viscount will deploy its VeriCert software at U.S. Federal Government agency facilities Viscount Systems, a leading-edge supplier of security systems and software, announced that it has been awarded contracts to deploy its Freedom access control technology, as well as its VeriCert certification software, at the U.S. Federal Government agency facilities in Louisiana and California, totaling more than $50,000 in contract value. Due to the sensitive nature of these types of contr...

ONVIF, the leading global standardization initiative for IP-based physical security products, announced the final release of Profile C, which brings the functionality of the ONVIF global interface specification into the physical access control arena. Through Profile C, systems integrators, specifiers and consultants are able to achieve interoperability between clients and devices of physical access control systems (PACS) and network-based video systems. With this final release, including the ava...

Honeywell’s VISTA home security panels are now compatible with home automation systems from Savant Systems, LLC, giving installers more options for creating connected home solutions. In addition to enhanced security functions, combining VISTA with Savant’s suite of Apple based technologies allows installers – such as security dealers and custom electronics professionals – to increase the value of their sales by offering automation and multi-zone audio and video products....

The integration will improve IP video surveillance by minimizing false alarms for outdoor perimeter applications OPTEX Co. LTD, a leading manufacturer of security infrared and laser technology, recently announced the integration of their sensors and detectors with the Avigilon Control Center (ACC) video management software (VMS). The result will improve IP video surveillance by minimizing false alarms for outdoor perimeter applications. Optex detection products integrated int...

STANLEY Security joins the Lenel OpenAccess Alliance Program STANLEY Security announced recently that it has received Lenel factory certification and joined the Lenel OpenAccess Alliance Program (OAAP). STANLEY Security’s EyeLock product line interfaces with the OnGuard® access control system to provide end-users with a single, critical database for access control and iris biometric identification data. “STANLEY Security has completed required factory testing...

Cartell offers products for security, home automation, electrical, construction and gate/access control industries Preferred Technologies Group, a U.S.-based company and manufacturer of Cartell driveway alarms and gate openers, is now accepting distributorships around the world to sell its products. The Cartell line of products has been manufactured in the U.S. since 1975. It is sold exclusively through distributors. It was initially introduced in the security industry. Since...

Honeywell has added hybrid network video recorders (NVRs) to its MAXPRO® portfolio of high-definition IP video technology, and has also introduced HVE video/audio encoders that allow dealers to easily transition their customers’ analog cameras to IP. The hybrid NVRs convert analog feeds to IP without replacing analog cameras, which is ideal for smaller installations that want to keep their existing analog cameras while adding affordable, high-quality HD IP video to their systems. When...

Wood County Schools will receive Video Insight VMS licenses, 16 IP video surveillance cameras Video Insight - a leading developer of enterprise IP video surveillance software - is awarding the third in a year-long $250,000 School Security In-Kind Grant Program to Wood County Schools in Parkersburg, West Virginia. As the Video Insight School Security In-Kind Grant recipient, Wood County Schools will receive Video Insight Video Management Software (VMS) licenses; 16 IP video su...

The website features an elegant new look, easy to navigate design and a wealth of downloadable information Middle Atlantic Products has launched a new, totally re-imagined website to improve user experience and help its customers find the exact information they need from the company’s extensive product offering. Exceptionally useful, middleatlantic.com features an elegant new look, easy to navigate design and a wealth of downloadable information including Revit®, CA...

Laurie Dickson has broad experience in both account service and creative Open Options, a leading provider of innovative access control solutions, has added three seasoned sales executives – Stacy Molenda, Randy Vitovitz, and Laurie Dickson – to manage new territories in the Rocky Mountain, Northwest, and South Central United States to support continued company growth. Open Options Vice President and General Manager Jonathan Berman said Open Options’ exponent...

The KS100, with Aperio technology, extends access control to individual server cabinet doors HES, an ASSA ABLOY Group company, is showing its KS100 Server Cabinet Lock at ISC West 2014. The KS100, with Aperio® technology, extends access control to individual server cabinet doors to protect data center assets from intrusion and expensive downtime. The KS100 leverages ASSA ABLOY’s Aperio® technology, enabling mechanical locks to be wirelessly linked to a new or exi...

IP surveillance cameras used in conjunction with VMS systems offer the best level of security for schools Campus security is a top priority in schools throughout the country and the capabilities of IP video surveillance systems make them one of the most popular and effective security tools available. In this article, Gadi Piran, President, OnSSI defines scope and structure of IP video and its advantages in a number of ways including: superior image quality, ease of manipulatio...