Surveillance & Security News for February 2015

Timothy Tickle is the new General Manager for the Orlando area and Jason Gervais General Manager for Portland Protection 1, the largest full-service business and home security company in the U.S., recently announced that it has named a number of industry professionals to new management roles across the country to include: Kevin Compton, who will serve as the new Operations Manager in the Baltimore area. Compton will report directly to Robert “Bert” McDonald, Gen...

mobiDEOS recently announced a new IP- and cloud-enabled surveillance platform, UCNE, that can leverage existing and new analog infrastructure while cost-efficiently transitioning systems to the network. mobiDEOS is now extending UCNE’s capabilities to deliver a cost- and time-efficient video verification solution for alarm dealers by working with central stations. Alarm verification has been mandated by many law enforcement agencies, and UCNE makes it affordable for all end users&mda...

In the United States alone Delta Scientific secures over 110 Federal buildings Delta Scientific, the leading manufacturer of counter-terrorist vehicle control systems used in the United States and internationally, recently announced that government officials and security professionals can see demonstrations of Delta's wide line of anti-terrorism vehicle barriers, bollards, crash-rated gates and other equipment, including new products on March 5 from 9 am to 4 pm at Delta headq...

Honeywell recently released two first-of-their-kind multilingual demo apps for its LYNX Touch 5200 and 7000 home security systems. Dealers and integrators can now easily transition between English, Spanish and French languages within the same app, depending on a customer’s language preference, to demonstrate system capabilities.  The apps interactively showcase the features of Honeywell’s latest LYNX Touch security systems by simulating the experience on an iPad® or iPhone&...

The Advance will include awards for distinguished SIA Members in recognition of their accomplishments For the first time this year, the Security Industry Association (SIA) will hold its annual meeting The Advance at ISC West, produced by ISC Events in Las Vegas. On Tuesday, April 14, the program for The Advance will include awards for distinguished SIA Members in recognition of their accomplishments in the previous year, announced V. John Stroia, SIA chairman of the board. Fo...

Decision-making and investigations are faster if operators don’t have to navigate among different applications Overwhelmed by too many choices for an access control system? Where do you start? Always seeking to help, SourceSecurity.com asked access control suppliers to describe what differentiating characteristics set their systems apart from others in the market. AMAG: Easy Migration, Simple Pricing Model AMAG’s Symmetry platform includes access control, photo...

The obstacles preventing convergence with fire systems appear substantial The IT network began as a dedicated structure within a building or facility. From this starting point, we have seen telephones, HVAC, access control and increasingly CCTV/video residing on the same platform. If today’s facility managers were offered a new building with separate networks for each type of subsystem, they would react with incredulity. The exception is fire protection, where the life-...

Following deployment of OPTEX detectors no more vandalism occured on the boat A dredging boat moored near Scunthorpe and attacked by vandals who smashed lights and temperature gauges, is now being protected by a GSM based intrusion detection system using an OPTEX outdoor sensor and linked to an alarm receiving centre (ARC). Ebsford Environmental was working to remove silt along the Bottesford Beck tributary that feeds into the River Trent for four weeks as a flood prevention...

The software’s technology is based on Danish IP video management specialist Milestone Systems With Siveillance™ VMS (Video Management Software), Siemens has introduced a video management solution that enhances the company's existing security portfolio. The strategic partner for this software is Danish IP video management specialist Milestone Systems, on whose technology Siveillance™ VMS is based. Siveillance comprises software-based security platforms a...

The smarter the grid becomes, the more risks it will encounter Hollywood collided with couch-dwelling gamers this Christmas because of the hack on Sony’s computer system, allegedly committed by North Korea. Immediately, security experts began to wonder if a nation state or a terrorist group might try and hit the U.S. electric grid. The answer is likely yes, but it wouldn’t be the first time or the last, and the grid, smart or not, is extremely complex and interwove...

The new facility will facilitate more stock holding of standard product lines, but also allow for a controlled growth programme Leading control room furniture manufacturer Winsted recently has announced their move to new premises. Increase in export sales with high profile project wins – with organization such as Yokogawa, Samsung, Google, HP and HSBC – have led the company to expand the size of its UK operations. The new facility will give the organization almost...

The solutions on display included 3i Home solution, video wall and controller, vOptimus Pro VMS and high speed cameras CP PLUS, the market leader with no. 1 market share in India and the Global Leader in advanced surveillance and security systems received tremendous response for their display of innovative and cutting edge technology solutions in the recently concluded Global event, Vibrant Gujarat Summit 2015. The event took place in Gandhinagar, Gujarat from 11-13 January 20...

NAPCO Security Technologies, Inc, Amityville, NY is pleased to introduce iBridge® Messenger, a complementary add-on and extension of its iBridge® Connected Home line for dealers transitioning into the lucrative smart home market and available for all new and retrofit Gemini Security System accounts. iBridge® Messenger is an SMS or MMS message notification service, for subscribers who want to stay connected and in control of their premises’ alarm, video, temperature, lighting &a...

Cooper will be responsible for the operational oversight of national account installations Protection 1, the largest full-service business and home security company in the U.S., recently announced that it has promoted Matt Cooper from Regional Operations Manager NAID to the newly created position of Director, Field Operations National Accounts. Cooper will report directly to Joseph Sanchez, Senior Vice President of Customer Operations. As the new Director of Field Operations...

The acquisition is part of Panasonic’s strategy to expand business opportunities in the North American education market Panasonic Corporation of North America recently announced that it has entered into an agreement to acquire all shares of Houston, TX-based Video Insight, Inc., a leading developer of video management software, as part of its strategy to expand business opportunities for both companies in the education market in North America. Founded in 2002, Video Insi...

The report positions CP Plus as one of the fastest growing brands in video security in India with an estimated market share of 21% CP PLUS, the Global Leader in advanced surveillance and security systems and solutions, and market leader with No. 1 market share in India, has retained its position in security industry. In its latest report on the Indian market for security and video surveillance equipment, IHS Technology, a well-known US based research firm identifies CP Plus as...

Cloud-based computing is here and is heavily marketed as a revolution in the security industry Dealers and integrators still have questions about cloud-based services, so we asked Service Manager Michael Troiani of Idesco Corp. in New York City for his input. SourceSecurity.com: What is your opinion of the security of cloud-based services? Troiani: Cloud-based computing is here and is heavily marketed as a revolution in the security industry. Like any other service, cyber-se...

“The quality couldn’t be clearer – something the police hope will help capture the criminal you are about to see.” The local news report then shows an image from the surveillance camera video of an ATM robbery in Arlington, Texas. The video depicts a black Kia automobile rolling up to a Wells Fargo ATM, and the 21-year-old female driver makes a withdrawal. The video then shows a robber sneaking around the ATM and surprising the victim. He’s holding a cell phone in...

"The only witness is a surveillance camera which caught the young man staring directly into the lens." Arecont Vision released footage of their surveillance camera installed at Wells Fargo drive-in ATM in Arlington, Texas of a robbery and kidnapping which was released to several media outlets. See more megapixel cameras from Arecont Vision here.

VIVOTEK MD8562 mobile dome network camera was selected for the in-carriage surveillance of the Skytrain Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) is one of five airports in Taiwan with regular international flights, and is by far the busiest. Last year, TPE dealt with approximately 34 million passengers, ranking TPE the 11th busiest airport worldwide in terms of international passengers. TPE comprises two terminals, each harboring roughly half of the passengers. A comprehensi...

This move signals the company’s intent to become the most customer-focused integrated security systems manufacturer in Europe Vanderbilt, a global leader in the delivery of innovative, highly reliable technologies that help organizations ensure safety and security, recently announced it has established its international headquarters in Wiesbaden, Germany. This move signals the company’s intent to become the most agile and customer-focused integrated security system...

Research report from ASIS Foundation and University of Phoenix declared that cyber-security would rank as top security risk for next five years Check out the research available from the ASIS Foundation. It is proving to be right on the button.When the Guardians of Peace hacked Sony Pictures Entertainment late in 2014, they crashed the studio’s email, leaked films and scattered personnel data across the Internet.  By mid-December, four class-action lawsuits had hit...

The summit will create an avenue for global security professionals to discuss latest strategies and technologies to mitigate threats More than $1.6 trillion was invested in 2013 in energy supply, a figure that has more than doubled in real terms since 2000, and a further $130 billion to improve energy efficiency. With constant growth of oil and gas production across the Middle East and African region, approximately $316 billion will be invested per year in the energy infrastru...

The VARIO illuminators from Raytec provides best performing lighting and work seamlessly with the other system components VARIO LED illuminators from Raytec have been selected as part of a bespoke, mobile and solar powered video surveillance system, deployed across multiple locations in Germany. Local security integrator G&G Sicherheitstechnik GmbH had received significant demand for a mobile surveillance solution to provide the detection and identification of subject...

IPAM302 module ensures that OEMs can freely build a product today and easily replace the module in field moving forward IP audio and control specialist Barix has long had a strong OEM business, with the company’s IPAM module series at the core of tens of thousands of devices deployed worldwide today. At ISE 2015, Barix will exhibit its latest module, the IPAM302, for vendors and systems integrators seeking cost-efficient, openly programmable modules to build their own IP...

Darren will identify new business opportunities for the company’s outstanding range of RFID hospitality solutions SALTO Systems continues to grow its UK sales team with news that Darren Keating has joined as National Account Manager Hospitality. Darren will be responsible for working closely with boutique, luxury and resort hotels in addition to other types of holiday properties and resorts to identify new business opportunities for the company’s outstanding range...

The new division will focus on facilitating the transition of ex-forces personnel into the security sector Tavcom, the leading supplier of security systems training, has formed a new division which will focus on facilitating the transition of ex-forces personnel into the security sector. Many of those leaving the forces have the core transferrable skills and attributes necessary for a post military career within the security sector. Acknowledging that those leaving the forces...

Axis Communications continues to see a strong performance in several emerging markets Axis: Year-End Report January-December 2014 The Fourth Quarter Net sales increased by 16 percent during the fourth quarter to SEK 1,504 M (1,299). Net sales increased by 7 percent in local currencies Operating profit amounted to SEK 199 M (166), which corresponds to an operating margin of 13.2 percent (12.8) Profit after tax amounted to SEK 156 M (117) Earnings per share amounted to S...

BCDVideo announced the release of their SMARTcontrol Management Software (SMS). SMS is an evolution in health monitoring for physical security technology for both BCDVideo’s video recorder and access control server platforms. BCDVideo will be making this a standard no-charge feature on its entire Nova Series platform, effective in February. SMS is a comprehensive, easy-to-use program which serves as a mission-control center inside the product. Its key feature is that it sends alerts based...

RITE Touch RT1050D digital door lock won the award in the hardware category USGlass magazine, the magazine of record for architectural glass industry leaders, announced that Adams Rite, an ASSA ABLOY Group company, has won a 2014 Readers Choice Award. The winning products were selected through a survey of USGlass readers, who voted for their favorites in a variety of categories. The RITE Touch RT1050D was selected in the hardware category. The RITE Touch RT1050D is a digital...