Surveillance & Security News for August 2011

 Magal S3 masters sub-terrain intrusion detection in MexicoMagal Security Systems, Ltd. has received official notification from Pemex, the Mexican state-owned petroleum company, that PipeGuard™, Magal's sub-terrain intrusion detection sensor used for underground asset protection, has successfully detected 12 excavations out of 12 attempts with no false alarms, in a recently completed trial.The trial involved actual excavation operations near a buried pipe and conducted manua...

  VidSys PSIM software allowed security personnel to collaborate in real timeVidSys, the leading provider of Physical Security Information Management (PSIM) software that allows organizations to resolve business and security situations in real time, announced that its PSIM software system was leveraged by the City of Houston, in conjunction with multiple public agencies and private organizations, to manage and respond to potential security threats related to this year's NCAA® Men's...

Nortech has introduced the revolutionary ievo™ fingerprint reader into its access control product range. Nortech had been monitoring the evolution of biometrics for many years and has now found a product that has successfully addressed all of the cost and reliability issues related to biometrics.Thanks to the ievo™ reader, Nortech can offer a quick, simple and cost-effective biometric solution with its access control system. The ievo™ reader was designed to eradicate the d...

  BSIA issues a firm position statement on third party testing and certification The Security Equipment Manufacturers (SEMS) Section of the British Security Industry Association (BSIA) has issued a firm position statement on third party testing, calling for the European Union to implement a fair, unified testing and certification regime to facilitate free trade for security manufacturers throughout EU member countries. Current procedures require security equipment manufacturers to get...

  The PSIM software enables DNR to integrate and manage all the data from its disparate security systems VidSys, the leading provider of Physical Security Information Management (PSIM) software that allows organizations to resolve business and security situations in real time, recently announced that the Maryland Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has deployed the VidSys PSIM software system in its Sandy Point Communication Center, the nerve centre of the new Maritime Law Enforcemen...

  MOBOTIX D14 uses two lenses to give an extensive overviewLast year, Germany saw a sharp rise in the number of domestic burglaries with theft of property. According to the latest crime figures made available by the police, there were 121,347 domestic burglaries in 2010, up by 7,547 in 2009. Burglars strike particularly in the vacation period when many homes are unoccupied. The percentage of cases solved is just 15.9 percent. A video surveillance system can help to provide protection.&...

   The new Door and I/O Module extends all the benefits of Videx's key-centric CyberLock solution Videx will be unveiling the CyberLock Flex System "Door and I/O Module" for the first time at ASIS 2011. James McGowan, Videx VP of Sales and Marketing, shares, "In the first quarter of 2011 we introduced the new CyberLock Flex System family of access modules that set the foundation for bridging the gap between hardwired and key-centric security solutions. We are excited...

 The benefits of the Honeywell TSC Associate Member status include access to dedicated specification tools Honeywell recently announced that QCIC Group, a leading independent UK security consultancy, has achieved Associate Member status of the Honeywell Trained Specifier Certification (TSC) programme. The Associate Member certification recognises QCIC Group's substantial investment in training its staff on Honeywell Security products to ensure optimum support and servic...

Video surveillance and remote monitoring company mobiDEOS. Inc. announces the availability of WebView, the professional security industry's first truly open web-based platform for fixed surveillance. Now shipping globally, WebView frees security professionals and other end users from the restraints of inflexible, proprietary systems.  WebView users can connect to IP cameras, DVRs, NVRs and video servers from different vendors, and access all components from a single browser - eliminating th...

  Andy Perry, Director of Unipart Security Solutions Ltd., speaks at "Installer Days"The first of the Unipart Security series of "Installer Days" was held on 28th July at the company's facilities in Oxford. The theme of the event was ‘Opportunities to increase revenue streams' and included presentations from CCTV distributor Videcon, who co-hosted the event, Connexion2 lone worker protection and Emizon IP, a manufacturer of dual path alarm signaling...

  The Suns opted for Sepura mainly because of the secure communication it guarantees Launching a completely new professional sports team can be costly, but it is also an opportunity to ensure that the team is equipped with the very latest technology in all spheres.  The Gold Coast Suns, a new professional Australian Rules football team, has taken this approach and chosen to use Sepura TETRA radios for all aspects of its operations.The team has just embarked on its inaugural season...

Major access control system upgrade at University of Glamorgan by Salto Systems SALTO announces that the University of Glamorgan has selected and installed its XS4 campus security solution for a major access control system upgrade. With completion of the current installation, security personnel at the university now use XS4 to control and protect almost 1500 doors in one of the South West's leading centres of higher education, with plans to continue expanding the system in the near fut...

  Magal's DTR solution will be integrated with a complementary dual technology  sensor and control unitMagal Security Systems, Ltd. signed a US$ 4.6 million contract to supply and install intrusion detection systems at 20 power facilities in an Eastern European country.Execution is planned over the next 18 months, the first 10 sites will be implemented immediately and the last 10 sites will be implemented at the customer's notice. The delivered turnkey solution is based on Magal's...

  Nicole Passonno Stott visits IndigoVision's facilities and is shown the company's new IP camera developments Astronaut Nicole Passonno Stott's recent visit to IndigoVision, the Edinburgh-based IP Video Security solutions manufacturer, was a remarkable event for the company. Nicole was a crew member on the historic 39th and final mission of space shuttle Discovery in February 2011, a 13-day flight to the International Space Station (ISS). She has had a distinguished career in NASA and...

BFi OPTiLAS Ltd., Europe's leading distributor, has worked together with security integrator Niscayah, and the UK's leading bank to design and supply the latest megapixel CCTV solution in London's banking center, Canary Wharf. Canary Wharf is London's leading business and banking region being home to some of the UK's most prestigious brands. With the bank being based in such a reputable location meant only the best CCTV solution would be considered. Avigilon's leading end- to-end megapixel sol...

  Compro Security IP cameras on your iPhone or Android with Seedonk iPhone/Android AppThe Seedonk iPhone/Android App lets you view and control your Compro IP cameras installed in your home, office, etc, right on your iPhone or Android phone. The app is an ideal way to check in on your home or office while on the go.Using this app, you will be able to access and manage multiple Compro cameras with a single user account, and not deal with any router configuration for your...

 Doors will be secured with Convexs Mifare readers, providing access for employees and contractors After successfully securing the Olympic stadium in Kiev, Nedap Security Management announced recently that it will also secure the new Lviv stadium which is to be used in the UEFA 2012 European Championship. The Lviv stadium, which is still under construction, covers an area of 9 hectares and will have a gross capacity of 33,000 seats. It will consist of VIP-clubs, ga...

  Mirasys will offer Honeywell standardized frameworks that ensure quality IP security integrationsHoneywell announced it has received platinum level accreditation on the Mirasys technology partner programme. Helsinki-based Mirasys, a provider of open platform high-resolution IP video and audio surveillance solutions, will provide Honeywell with standardized frameworks that ensure quality IP security integrations, as well as tools for turning technical integration work into tangible bu...

 At these two events, VIVOTEK will showcase new product technologies and share success storiesVIVOTEK is participating this year in a number of events organized by Milestone Systems, the world-leading developer of open-platform software for managing IP network-based video surveillance systems. VIVOTEK has an extensive partnership with Milestone, which holds a number of annual events bringing together its hardware and software partners.The Milestone Integration Platform Symposium (MIPS) ser...

  Matthew Broughton was recognized for his professionalism, positive approach and high quality course workMatthew Broughton and Gareth Taylor are the winners of the Chubb 2011 Apprenticeship Awards - recognising the excellence of their achievements in the company's 2011 apprenticeship scheme. The Apprenticeship Awards are given to the two top achievers within the Chubb Fire & Security and Chubb Systems apprenticeship programmes. Each programme is designed to provide the students wi...

  Hikvision high-tech cameras were selected considering the project's security challengesOman is experiencing a change, and the Al Falaj Hotel is determined to take advantage of it with Hikvision security products.Scenically located between the Gulf of Oman and the Arabian Sea; this nation is undergoing a transformation from an economy based on petroleum and natural gas exports into a more diverse model. Specifically, Oman is betting on tourism to help replace these two long-...

The organization Founded in 1946 and headquartered in Oklahoma City, Tinker Federal Credit Union (TFCU) is the largest credit union in Oklahoma. Today, it serves more than 230,000 members, has over 2.3 billion in assets, spans 22 full-service locations with 34 ATM kiosks and offers its members a full array of financial solutions. Operational overview In 2007, with a focus on enhancing service quality, building its brand, and investing in technology to advance security and business efficiencie...

  No more confusion: high definition and megapixel resolution explained  The growing popularity of IP-based video systems in the video surveillance market provides the ability to capture high-resolution images through megapixel video. The use of HDTV standards in the consumer video market is becoming more prevalent. The images produced by this new generation of surveillance cameras are often collectively referred to as high-definition (HD) or as megapixel images. Sin...

  Compro Technology Inc. reinforces its SD card compatibility card with Silicon PowerSD memory cards, or flash memory cards, have many advantages over traditional hard drives, such as low power consumption, or small size. Compro IP cameras have long offered built-in microSD card slot, which allows cameras to store event snapshots and video recordings locally.However, although different memory card manufacturers all conform to the same industry standard, customer reports of in...

 NICE Systems will demonstrate how NICE Situator can be employed in the control room to manage operational procedures Come along to Olympia, London, between 13th and 14th September to find out why LAX airport, the Port of Houston, Virginia Port Authority and Moscow's rail network- AeroExpress, have all recently implemented NICE Situator from NICE Systems, to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of their safety and security operations. NICE Systems will be showcasing the full capabiliti...

 The BIP2-D1920c-dn (Outdoor) and BIP2-D1920c-dn (Indoor) dome cameras offer real-time video and full HD resolution Basler Vision Technologies is introducing two new dome camera models with 1080p Full HD resolution and a two-way audio function. Basler will exhibit them at the upcoming ASIS show, which is scheduled to take place from September 19 to 21, 2011 at the Orange County Convention Center, Orlando, FL. The upcoming BIP2-D1920c-dn (Outdoor) and BIP2-D1920c-dn (Indoor) dome camera mod...

 The Merlin is also shortlisted in the "Security Innovation of the Year" category Innovative electronic security and fire products manufacturer, Elmdene International Limited - a subsidiary of Potter Electric Signal, LLC - announces that it has been selected as a finalist in the prestigious Security Excellence Awards 2011 for its intelligent Merlin Graffiti Detector (MGD-S).The Merlin is the first detector of its type to be brought to market which has been developed, specifically...

  The MESSOA NCR870 IP Camera and SDS750PRO Speed Dome were chosen to secure the outside perimeter of the Presidential PavilionMESSOA has released details of an installation of its IP solution which is protecting Presidential Pavilion in the Congo. Situated by the Congo airport, President Pavilion has VIPs from all over the world stay with them.       Tight security at all pointsGuest security was of the utmost importance. A guard station checked every veh...

Especially for universal banks and savings banks reliable video surveillance systems are indispensable these days. Robberies, burglaries, cheque card fraud at ATMs or vandalism require swift reactions. Very often, video recordings are the only way to get on to the perpetrators. With the recorder range "bank" Dallmeier has developed a series of digital recording systems whose certifications and specific system parameters make them ideal for bank applications. The VideoNetBox Bank as we...

 Lumidigm's new Mariner fingerprint reader will be showcased at the ASIS Exhibition in Orlando Lumidigm announced that its new Mariner fingerprint reader extends the reliable reading accuracy of multispectral imaging to popular, value-conscious, Windows PC-based biometrics applications. The new Mariner sensors make biometric authentication simple and affordable for real business applications in industries ranging from healthcare to transportation, logistics, passenger ID...