Surveillance & Security News for April 2016

ARES provides advanced analytics for detecting suspicious vehicle movements for better perimeter protection Introduction Visitors to Tampa, Florida’s MacDill Air Force Base the weekend of March 19th and 20th were treated to displays of some of the most sophisticated aircraft in use by the United States Armed Forces as well as the most daring stunt flying they are likely to see in their lifetimes as the base’s annual AirFest air show returned for the first time sin...

SMARTair™ is a self-contained access control system that meets the needs of educational premises When one of Australia's most prestigious schools needed to upgrade to 21st-century security, it turned to a wireless SMARTair™ access control system. Nearly 100 doors in the school's new annex are now protected by electronic escutcheons and wall readers, which staff and students open with programmable smartcards. Wireless Security System SMARTair™ is a self-con...

Reliance Protect initiates a Level 1 police response for highest risk situations following changes to guidelines from NPCC Improving safety for lone workers in health, social services and the public sector, Reliance Protect has been praised by police for its contribution to new emergency response guidelines. Level 1 Police Response As an accredited BS8484 provider, Reliance Protect will continue to bypass the traditional 999 route and initiate a Level 1 police response for t...

Nationally from 2012 - 2015, there has been a decrease in the money spent on theinstallation, monitoring and maintenance of CCTV compared to the period 2009-2012 The UK has often been referred to as the world’s most watched country in terms of the scale of CCTV surveillance. But a new report claims that UK local authorities have reduced spending on the installation, maintenance and monitoring of public space CCTV systems, while the number of cameras being used is also do...

S2 Security, the leader in IP-based access control, video management and mobile security management systems, recently released NetBox software Version 4.8. With new integrations and many enhancements to the user experience, Version 4.8 access control and event monitoring software makes the S2 system more powerful and easier than ever to use. Integration With S2 Magic Monitor “Version 4.8 introduces an amazing new capability in integrated video display,” said John L. Moss, CEO, S2 S...

Door Entry Direct will be supplying Aiphone’s one-to-one door entry kits, IP network based systems and video entry security systems Door Entry Direct has been appointed a UK distributor for the Aiphone video door entry range. Door Entry Direct will be supplying Aiphone’s entire range of communication products to the UK trade sector. These include simple one-to-one door entry kits, as well as microprocessor-based commercial IP network based systems and sophisticate...

ONVIF specification by IEC pave the way for further international adoption of ONVIF as part of security projects ONVIF®, the leading global standardization initiative for IP-based physical security products, announced recently that its newest access control specification has been adopted by the global standards group International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) as its new standard for Electronic access control systems, positioning the ONVIF specification as the glob...

OSS will work with Arecont Vision sales team to drive revenue opportunities for professional megapixel cameras Arecont Vision®, the industry leader in IP-based megapixel camera technology, announces the addition of Osborn Sales Solutions as the new manufacturer’s representatives for the Pacific Northwest region. Osborn Sales Solutions will work with the Arecont Vision sales team to drive revenue opportunities for professional megapixel cameras with systems integr...

Escalating demand for highly detailed 24/7 video images produces colossal amounts of data, which needs extensive storage capacity as well as time-consuming monitoring and assessment. With this in mind, Bosch will be the first to offer video analytics at the edge as a standard, rather than an optional feature. It will require no additional investment or license fees from the customer. Bosch video analytics adds sense and structure to video data at the point of capture (at the edge), enabling user...

Fire-Lite Alarms is pleased to announce the addition of a new wireless relay module to our SWIFT® line of devices. The SWIFT® relay module expands wireless application opportunities to include the ability to activate a remote power supply and NAC expander, conduct elevator recall or power shutdown, and trigger door holders. SWIFT®, which stands for Smart Wireless Integrated Fire Technology, is a Class A, commercial wireless system that uses a robust mesh network. Eliminating wires s...

The U.S. Pavilion will feature industry leading companies such as Boeing, FLIR, Lockheed Martin, Pratt & Whitney, and more When the biennial International Marrakech Air Show 2016 (IMAS) opens on April 27 at the Menara Airport, RMAF Military Base, the United States of America will be among the show’s largest international exhibitors. With 15 participating companies, the size of the American contingent is a strong indicator of how important the region is to the U.S. ae...

The match-funded money awarded by Innovate UK, will enable Trace-in-Metal to further develop its metal marking system A North Yorkshire business that has developed a pioneering security system to ward off metal thieves has secured a £120,000 government innovation grant. Revolutionary Metal Marking System The match-funded money – awarded by Innovate UK – will enable Trace-in-Metal to further develop its revolutionary metal marking system and to help garner v...

ASSA ABLOY appoints Steven Cunningham as new Trade Sales Manager for South & Julian Knipe as the new Head of Trade Department ASSA ABLOY Security Doors, a UK division of ASSA ABLOY, the global leader in door opening solutions, has appointed a new Trade Sales Manager for the South and a new Head of Trade Department. Wealth Of Experience With ASSA ABLOY In his new role as Trade Sale Manager, Steven Cunningham will be tasked with generating sales in the South of England and...

Dealers were asking for one-point data entry for users with memberships such as fitness centers and storage facilities so they could automatically populate the access control database without re-entering data. Connect ONE® by Connected Technologies, LLC delivered, with the Access Expander’s Open Application Programming Interface (API). Now dealers can integrate their Connect ONE systems with third-party facilities management software via the API, opening the door of opportunity to cus...

The GSMA event will include keynote speakers, technology demonstrations and more to address privacy & security globally The GSMA recently announced additional speakers for the 2016 Mobile 360 – Privacy & Security conference taking place 10-11 May at the Hilton The Hague in The Netherlands. Orange has been confirmed as Platinum for Mobile 360 – Privacy & Security, CM Groep as Silver Sponsor and Huawei has signed on as Global Industry Supporter for the fu...

Siklu products are available in the Arecont Vision MegaLab™ as part of the agreement to enable pre-installation integration Arecont Vision®, the industry leader in IP-based megapixel camera technology, has announced that Siklu, a leading manufacturer of gigabit throughput wireless products, has joined the Arecont Vision Technology Partner Program. Siklu products are available in the Arecont Vision MegaLab™ as part of the agreement to enable pre-installation int...

Identiv robust and reliable Hirsch physical access solutions include Velocity and Mx controllers Identiv, Inc. recently announced at the 5th International Secutech Exhibition and Conference that the company has entered into an exclusive partnership with IDCUBE to distribute Identiv’s Hirsch physical access solutions to the Indian and South Asian markets. Identiv Velocity And Mx Controllers Identiv’s robust, reliable, and feature-rich Hirsch physical access soluti...

Magenta has started working with a number of new organizations to provide security services & extend contracts Magenta Security, one of the UK’s fastest growing private security firms, has strengthened its security guarding team on the back of a series of new business wins.  Increasing Demand For Security Guarding Services In recent months, Magenta has started working with a number of new organizations to provide security services, as well as extending contrac...

Tyco Security Products has introduced the 4.8.1 version of American Dynamics victor Video Management System (VMS) and VideoEdge intelligent network video recorders (NVR), which includes new features to simplify administration and speed security investigations. Helps Improve Bandwidth Management The newest version of victor gives video management system operators the ability to schedule video clip retrieval for a later time during off-peak network usage hours to improve bandwidth management. Ad...

Tyco Security Products introduces the DSC PG9922 Glass Break Detector with proprietary microphone technology that provides exceptional reliability when identifying broken windows or glass doors. Identifies True Breaking Glass Ideal for the home or business, the ultra-smart glass break detector is designed to identify only true breaking glass by analyzing patterns of sounds using a three-stage, multi-level classification process, essentially eliminating the issue of false alarms. Early and accu...

With VIVOTEK IP cameras, Videonetics offers real-time, video analytics processing for detection and tracking of people VIVOTEK, a global IP surveillance provider, recently announced a strategic business partnership with VIDEONETICS, one of the fastest growing Indian video management & analytics software companies. These two companies have collaborated for many years to deliver greater capabilities in integrated License Plate Recognition (LPR) and have already implemented s...

Antaira Technologies is a global leading developer and manufacturer of industrial device networking and communication product solutions for harsh environment applications and is proud to announce its expansion in the industrial networking infrastructure family with the LMX-1002C-SFP series. Antaira Technologies’ LMX-1002C-SFP series is a cost effective 10-port industrial gigabit managed Ethernet switch, that supports a 12~48VDC power input range. Each unit is designed with eight 10/100Tx...

The Turnlock turnstile segment was filmed to show how the components of a turnstile are built and assembled Boon Edam Inc., a global leader in security entrances and architectural revolving doors, recently announced that its Turnlock 100 full height turnstile will be a featured technology in an upcoming episode of “Machines: How They Work” on the Discovery Science Channel. Machines: How They Work Each 30-minute episode of “Machines: How They Work”...

What effect will the attacks in Brussels have on aviation security? Screenings inpre-security airport areas have been uncommon, but may become standard practice Will the Brussels airport attack herald a new era of aviation security? Like the bombing of Moscow’s Domodedovo Airport in 2011, the Brussels attack took place “landside”, meaning that security precautions would have been low-key and limited to spot checks and the general watchfulness of police office...

S2 Security, the leader in IP-based access control, video management and mobile security management systems, recently released Version 2 of S2 Magic Monitor, an award-winning dynamic digital canvas that displays video, text, signage and media -- anywhere across the enterprise. S2 Magic Monitor Version 2 refines the user experience with major new features and an easy-to-use interface. "With its range of applications, beautiful visual interface, and ability to react to events and user commands, M...

Matrox Mura IPX Series cards are designed to work with Mura MPX video wall and C-Series multi-display graphics cards At InfoComm 2016, Matrox® Graphics Inc. will showcase a series of interactive demonstrations featuring Mura™ IPX Series 4K capture and IP encoder/decoder cards, C-Series™ multi-display graphics cards, Maevex™ AV-over-IP encoders/decoders and Mura MPX video wall controller cards. Matrox Video will present the Monarch™ LCS lecture captu...

Castel is working in partnership with systems integrators, GBE Fire and Security, to install its Xellip IP solution IP intercom and access control specialist, Castel UK, has supplied its market-leading two-way IP audio-video intercom to GBE Fire and Security for One Bedford Avenue, a £33 million mixed retail and office development in the West End of London. The project replaces a pair of redundant office blocks and encompasses 115,000 sq. ft. of accommodation, constructe...

Recently at a conference, one of my media colleagues asked an interesting, and basic, question: What exactly is an open system? Many of us think we know what an open system is, but the ensuing discussion provided several different answers, many of them centered on what an open system is NOT (rather than what it is). An open system does not limit a customer’s options. An open system provides maximum flexibility as a system evolves over time. In other words, an open system doesn’t l...

ISE’s research shows that healthcare facilities & hospitals security programsto ward off determined attackers going after specific targets A well-known security axiom posits that an effective security program can discourage would-be attackers, causing them to move on in search of softer targets. But it doesn’t always work that way. Take healthcare facilities such as hospitals, for example. Prospective attackers with no particular target in mind may see a w...

The joint organization provides a diverse range of service-based solutions supported by highly experienced workforce Convergint Technologies, a worldwide leader in service-based systems integration, recently announced the acquisition of Enion AG Integrated Security Solutions. Enion offers reliable, innovative, and cost-effective security solutions tailored to the complex needs of its clients. Convergint’s Business Expansion With a location in mainland Europe, the acqu...