Surveillance & Security News for August 2015

With Nedap, Municipality of Arnhem can also allocate multiple lockers to a single person When the Municipal Council of Arnhem needed secure and flexible lockers to safeguard employees' personal possessions, electronic lockers from Nedap were considered as a safe option. “In 2005, the Municipal Council of Arnhem decided to combine seven different locations into two locations, with 1400 flexible workplaces for 1800 civil servants. In order to save space and costs, drawer...

The ISONAS system enables system administrators to analyze activity trends & events Like other hospitals around the country, Sinai Hospital of Baltimore deals with the often competing goals of improving patient safety and satisfaction, nurse satisfaction and nursing efficiency, all while controlling costs. A recent project – the installation of single-patient, automated medication cabinets in each patient room – has resulted in improvements in all of these area...

Ipsotek technology automatically detects traffic build-up & alert traffic operators to quickly implement congestion-relieving procedures Helping to keep traffic flowing through one of Europe’s busiest cities, Ipsotek, a world leader in Video Analytics, has developed a highly effective new technology in partnership with Transport for London (TfL). As one of a range of measures that is helping to smooth traffic flow in the capital, Ipsotek has worked closely with TfL...

Senstar, the world’s largest manufacturer of perimeter intrusion detection systems (PIDS) is pleased to announce its Network Manager alarm reporting system has been certified with Lenel’s OnGuard 7.0 access control security system, as part of Lenel’s Open Access Alliance Program (OAAP). Integration With OnGuard System Network Manager is a software gateway which allows communication with a wide array of Senstar sensors, including FlexZone, FiberPatrol, OmniTrax and UltraWave....

The BluBØX MCLASS enclosure comes in a variety of sizes to accommodate door count and wire management LifeSafety Power® and BluBØX have partnered to bring the latest, intelligent access control solutions to the security industry through a new unified enclosure release. BluBØX, a leading provider of cloud based physical security solutions, now deploys LifeSafety Power’s MCLASS™ unified power systems specially engineered to house FlexPower&re...

ZKAccess, a leading provider of biometric and RFID security solutions, is pleased to announce its upgraded V3.5 software designed to manage all of ZKTeco's standalone readers. The V3.5 user-friendly interface makes it easy to learn, install, operate and maintain the system. ZKAccess V3.5 seamlessly syncs both user and device information between the computer, panels and readers. Automated Controls Some of the many useful access control features in V3.5 include a user-friendly GUI with menu-driv...

QNAP® Systems, Inc. recently released the comprehensive QTS 4.2 brochure – an informative QNAP NAS OS user guide that covers all of the innovative features with distinct user interface illustrations. With a revamped user interface and many exciting features, the QTS 4.2 beta has received a great market response and ardent user feedback. Empower Users With System Efficiency “QNAP redesigned QTS and refined its UI to empower users with system efficiency, operation flexibility, an...

ASSA ABLOY Phoenix organized a company-wide water donation challenge during the month of July ASSA ABLOY Phoenix is urging fellow local businesses to get involved in the Maricopa Association of Government’s Heat Relief Network in downtown Phoenix. Local organizations that have joined the Heat Relief Network are helping provide hydration, refuge and wellness checks for homeless, elderly and people with disabilities during extreme hot weather. With temperatures consistentl...

Camden Door Controls has released its new CV-550SPK surface mount, weather and vandal resistant, backlit, stand-alone keypad with proximity card reader. Benefits Of Keypad/Reader The HID format prox reader and keypad supports up to 2,000 users with card, PIN, or card and PIN access. Rugged and attractive, the keypad/reader is designed for high traffic indoor and outdoor applications. CV-550SPK features a cast metal housing with fully potted electronics, making CV-550SPK both weather (IP 65 ra...

Lenel is there for the 17th consecutive year helping to protect players, coaches, officials and fans As 16 teams from around the world converge for the 69th annual Little League World Series, Lenel, a leading provider in advanced security systems, is there for the 17th consecutive year helping to protect players, coaches, officials and fans. Lenel is part of UTC Building & Industrial Systems, a unit of United Technologies Corp. Annual Participation Each year, Lenel contr...

Following an extensive testing and evaluation process, System Galaxy from Galaxy Control Systems has earned Federal Information Processing Standard Publication 201 (FIPS 201) Certification and is now on the GSA Approved Products List (APL) in the PACS Infrastructure category. “U.S. Government agencies rely on the GSA Approved Product List to identify solutions that meet the stringent requirements of the federal government, and we are proud that System Galaxy met the rigorous testing requi...

RoadPixel have launched RPX-SMARTCLIENT, an innovative ANPR solution specifically designed for Car Dealerships. The turnkey system is designed to help dealerships form a more personal and long lasting relationship with their customers by improving the visit experience. Issues Alerts To Staff With the use of ANPR technology, RPX-SMARTCLIENT is able to issue alerts to staff as soon as a customer or potential customer arrives on site. For the Service team this means that once a customer arrives o...

TEC 2016 is the premier education and networking event that is open to everyone in the physical security industry PSA Security Network (www.psasecurity.com), the world’s largest electronic security cooperative, recently announced the call for presentations for the TEC 2016 security conference will be open August 24 – September 14, 2015. The theme of TEC 2016 is “Beyond the Edge.”  Premier Education And Networking Event TEC 2016 is the premier...

TeleEye GX680 Series is a range of 4-, 9- and 16-channel HD digital video recorders, which are specifically designed for professional video surveillance applications. Now TeleEye are pleased to announce that the functionalities of the GX680 HD DVRs are extended to work with Axis cameras. It is indeed a crucial development in the video surveillance industry because the GX680 HD DVRs are the ideal solution to a number of important requirements that have not been addressed by other NVRs in the mark...

More and more commercial buildings today are replacing mechanical keyed locks with card access systems. The basic reason is familiar to security professionals: card systems, once installed, cost less to manage and maintain. “When people are let go, if you don’t get their keys back, you have to rekey the locks and give everyone new keys,” says Brett St. Pierre, director, education solutions with Austin, Texas-based HID Global. “With a card system, all y...

SALTO Aelement electronic locking system was selected for its ability to incorporate the client’s existing door handles A mile offshore from the Isle of Wight, appearing to float in the Solent, you can find one of Britain’s most unique Victorian structures. Built between 1867 and 1880, No Man’s Fort has recently been re-launched as a luxury hotel and party venue by AmaZing Venues, part of the Clarenco Group. Originally designed to house 80 soldiers defen...

Milestone Systems, the open platform company in networked video management software (VMS), has released Device Pack 8.1 for partners and customers using Milestone XProtect monitoring solutions. A highlight of this release is support for Digital Barriers’ TVI wireless video streaming that contains a patent-protected codec which dynamically adjusts video image resolution and pixel density to fit the quality of bandwidth available for video transmission. TVI thereby ensures delivery of highl...

Manufacturers need to come to integrators with a multi-faceted approach on how a wholesale change could be made Dakota Security Systems Inc., Sioux Falls, S.D., a security systems integration company is nearly 40 years old and started as a lock shop. Eric Yunag, president and chief executive officer, has been at the helm of the award-winning company for nearly 10 years. In an exclusive Q&A, SourceSecurity.com asked Yunag what he looks for from his manufacturer-partners. S...

As part of the UK Pavilion, organized by BSIA, Pyronix and TDSi will be showcasing the latest in security technology Members of the British Security Industry Association’s Export Council are preparing to exhibit at IFSEC Southeast Asia, the region’s leading security, fire and safety exhibition and conference, which takes place from 2nd – 4th September in Kuala Lumpur. Billed by organisers, UBM Malaysia, as the center for local security buyers and decision ma...

Matrix will showcase its access control, time-attendance and video surveillance solutions at the event Matrix Comsec, a leading manufacturer of enterprise grade security and telecom solutions is participating in a leading trade fair for Safety & Security - IFSEC, Malaysia. Matrix will showcase its complete portfolio of security products encompassing range of access control, time-attendance and video surveillance solutions. COSEC ARC IP Based Access Control During IFSEC,...

Customers are seeking systems integration as a solution rather than a component The migration of access control systems from conventional technology to IP has had a positive impact on TDSi’s sales for IP equipment.  Increasing demand for biometric and face recognition applications has also paved the way for better and improved access control systems. According to John Davies, Managing Director of access control company TDSi, the state of any given market depends on...

Under the agreement, Videnda will distribute the IDIS flagship offering, DirectIP, an end-to-end IP surveillance solution IDIS, the Korean headquartered surveillance powerhouse, and Videnda, have signed a strategic partnership that sees the specialist trade-only distributor of communications and surveillance solutions offering the full IDIS line up across the Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland. IDIS Total Surveillance Solution Under the agreement, Videnda will distribu...

IFSEC SEA 2015 is a highly anticipated event among industry professionals Next week, South-East Asia’s leading Security, Fire and Safety exhibition and conference, IFSEC Southeast Asia (IFSEC SEA), will open its doors from 2 - 4 September, 2015 at the Kuala Lumpur Convention Center in Malaysia. As part of the world’s leading portfolio of security, fire and safety events, IFSEC SEA 2015 is a highly anticipated event among industry professionals. “While th...

DIGIEVER, a world leading company of Linux-embedded IP video surveillance system, is delighted to announce that DIGIEVER NVR has been certified ImmerVision Enables, the 360° Video Standard. DIGIEVER customers are able to select certified 360° panomorph cameras and lenses from DIGIEVER compatibility list in which DIGIEVER has integrated over 100 network camera brands and more than 3,600 IP camera models. Ability To Display 360° Images Captured With Certified Panomorph Lenses ImmerVi...

The event enables CCTV manufacturers and installers to showcase their latest technological developments A popular CCTV seminar and exhibition is set to arrive in London this November, and will provide an opportunity for CCTV companies to reach out to delegates from a range of organizations including local businesses, civic authorities and the Police. Organized by the British Security Industry Association (BSIA), the event will take place at London’s Emmanuel Center on M...

FBR has substantially upgraded their security system with an expanded 3xLOGIC NVR and new IP cameras 3xLOGIC, Inc., a leading provider of integrated intelligent security solutions, recently announced that Foodbank of the Rockies (FBR), located in Denver, Colorado, has substantially upgraded their security system with an expanded 3xLOGIC NVR and new IP cameras. iCAM Video Management Solutions, Inc., a security integrator, has been instrumental in providing design and installati...

IPS is a authorized to offer certified training on REI technical surveillance counter measures equipment International Procurement Services Limited (IPS) and Research Electronics International (REI) to exhibit full range of security solutions at DSEi 2015 at London Excel from 15th to 18th September, 2015 IPS, are the leading international distributor for Research Electronics International (REI) and the only company in the UK authorized to offer certified training on REI t...

The agreement highlights WDC Networks’ authorized position to sell Hikvision’s full range of IP products in Brazil Hikvision, the world’s leading supplier of video surveillance products and solutions, has announced the signing of a distribution agreement with WDC Networks, the largest specialist distributor of IP cameras and surveillance systems in the Brazilian Market. The Partnership Highlights The agreement highlights WDC Networks’ authorized posit...

Since the system’s installation, the dealership has seen 100% user adoption & positive feedback from staff Traka Automotive, leading provider of electronic key management systems to car dealers, has installed its networked key management system at Harry Fairbairn’s Glasgow BMW and Mini dealerships in Giffnock. Early results are showing car key losses have been eliminated and agent productivity is also up. Remotely Tracking Keys After a careful evaluation of s...

All five 5MP Evolution models are now conformant with Profile S Oncam, the security division of Oncam Technologies and leading provider of 360-degree camera technology, announced recently that the company’s Evolution 05 MP camera line has achieved ONVIF Profile S conformance. Conformance with the ONVIF specification enables the Evolution camera suite to be integrated with a wide range of Video Management Systems (VMS) from other manufacturers that also meet ONVIF specifi...