Surveillance & Security News for January 2010

The company: Delta Community Credit Union Headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, Delta Community Credit Union is one of the state's largest financial institutions. Founded in 1940, it serves as a not-for profit, state-chartered credit union whose mission is to provide high-quality, fairly-priced financial services to its members. Delta Community Credit Union has more than $3.3 billion in assets and serves over 191,000 members. Its operations include 21 retail branch locations, cutting-edge online...

Allegria Hotel and Spa tries to maintain highest levels of safety and securityRunning a hotel is a complicated business; there's a reason why hospitality management is a course of study at many dedicated schools and institutions of higher learning. Besides all the staffing issues across a broad spectrum of services and attending to a multitude of guest needs, you must also ensure the safety and security of all involved. And if your location is a beachfront resort on Long Island, it's magnified e...

G.S. Kelsey Limited turned to a CCTV solution comprising Optex detectors to prevent plant theftsA building contractor blighted by break-ins and eager to prevent plant machinery from being stolen, turned to a CCTV solution comprising Optex detectors, which paid off by catching a thief in the act. Specified and installed by Scunthorpe based Eyewatch Security, within a month of being fitted, the system had paid back the initial cost, by preventing a teleporter being stolen.Managing Director of G S...

SNP Security combined MOBOTIX and Overland Storage Snap Server in a joint solutionBased in Sydney, Australia, SNP Security is the largest privately owned security firm in Australia, with over 85 years of security experience. SNP Security provides integrated security solutions, including personnel services, electronics and monitoring services. Companies of all sizes and industries use SNP Security to protect their infrastructure, including Australia Post and Sydney Airport - a client of over...

 The moped trackers from Radiocoms Systems proved very effective David Kelly, Domino's Pizza's National Loss Prevention and Security Manager, explains why the company decided to implement a Lone Worker Protection scheme for its delivery personnel.Domino's Pizza is recognized as the world's leading pizza delivery company. Its expertise and passion for delivering hot and fresh pizzas has earned the company numerous awards and the loyalty of millions of pizza lovers around the world.The compan...

 SALTO XS4 electronic locking system controls access on 77 doors around the siteThe Beacon Centre began life in 1875 as the Wolverhampton Society for the Blind. It is now known as the Beacon Centre for the Blind, and helps people with sight loss live fuller and more independent lives. As amenities at the centre have developed and increased, becoming the focus of activities for the local visually impaired population, the need for on-site accommodation for older blind and partially sighted pe...

  The new network cameras use thermal imaging to detect with great reliability even in complete darkness Axis Communications, the global market leader in the network video market, is the first company on the market to offer customers full-featured thermal network cameras for surveillance. The new network cameras use thermal imaging, which allows users to detect people and incidents with great reliability even in complete darkness and other difficult conditions. Up until now,...

  The new series of outdoor-ready, fixed network cameras save installation time and costsAxis Communications, the global market leader in the network video market, today announces a new series of outdoor-ready, high-performance fixed network cameras that save installation time and costs. The IP66-rated cameras have protection against dust, rain, snow and sun, and can operate in temperatures as low as -40°C (-40°F). Arctic Temperature Control is available for secure st...

 The new website represents SALTO's specialist approach to electronic locking technologySALTO Systems has launched a new website designed to provide anyone involved in the specification of security and access control solutions with up to date information on the technology and capabilities of the company's range of wireless electronic locks.The vibrant new site, http://www.wirelesslocks.net/ is made up of four components: the introduction, wireless, how it works and a summary. In just over f...

  Arecont Vision has added Duncan Cooke and Martin Cowley to its sales team for Europe Arecont Vision, the industry leader in IP-based megapixel camera technology, has announced the addition of Duncan Cooke and Martin Cowley to further expand on its sales growth in Europe. Both Mr. Cooke and Mr. Cowley bring years of technology and industry sales experience to Arecont Vision, further strengthening the company's presence in Europe and a stronger emphasis on the security mar...

 The new network cameras and video recorders can be used in buses, trains, subway cars and emergency vehiclesAxis Communications, the global leader in the network video market, has introduced a complete, IP-based mobile video surveillance solution consisting of a new series of network cameras and a network video recorder for use in buses, trains, subway cars and emergency vehicles.Axis M31-R Network Camera Series and Axis Q8108-R Network Video Recorder are specially designed for easy a...

 Counter Terror Expo conference and exhibition will be held 14-15 April, 2010 in the National Hall, London OlympiaThe attempted downing of Northwest Airlines (NWA) flight 253 as it approached Detroit Metro airport on Christmas Day has exposed a fatal flaw in US intelligence gathering and dissemination and renewed calls for greater levels of information sharing amongst agencies nationally and internationally. The incident has particular resonance for speakers and delegates at the f...

 Siveillance™ SiteIQ™ ensures surveillance of very large areas with only one displayBodø airport is situated in Norway's Nordland province. It has a runway with a length of 2,794 meters and a width of 45 meters, running east - west. In addition to flights to Oslo and other larger Norwegian towns, regional airlines fly from Bodø to the Lofoten islands. In 2007, the airport counted about 1.5 million passengers. To monitor security-related areas indoors and outdoors,...

 At the BSIA (British Security Industry Association) we are all for a considered debate regarding CCTV and its effectiveness. In the past, for instance, we have welcomed the efforts of the House of Lords Constitution Committee and other reports and views on this critical area. Whilst we may not have agreed with all of their respective recommendations we were, at least, reassured that the issue was being approached with some semblance of balance, and the resulting documents had benefited fro...

The client: Barings Asset Management, London Barings traces its origins back to 1762 when it was established as a firm of merchants and merchant bankers.  The Baring Asset Management (Barings) operation was established in London more than 40 years ago.  Today the company is a global investment management firm with offices, clients and business lines spanning the world's major markets. The situation Barings operates two facilities in the London area.  The first, in Bishopsgate,...

Paxton Access' Net2 access control system integrates with Pelco's innovative DS ConneX softwarePaxton Access' Net2 market leading access control system now integrates with the innovative DS ConneX camera software from Pelco, as Paxton Access joins the Pelco Partner First Program. The latest version of the intelligent Net2 software allows the integration of the Pelco Digital Sentry video recorder (DVR) version 4.2 or higher. This brings a new, competitively priced access control/CCTV so...

 CCTV is a valuable weapon in the fight against crime and terrorismPublic spending on CCTV is worthwhile to secure public safety, is the response of the British Security Industry Association (BSIA) to a recent online report highlighting concerns over the rise in the number of CCTV cameras controlled by local councils over the past decade. In its report, published in December, Big Brother Watch - an offshoot of the Taxpayers' Alliance - questions the effectiveness of CCTV in deterring or sol...

 Sony will unveil its range of SD and HD technology for video software vendors at Intersec Dubai 2010Sony will reinforce its commitment to HD at INTERSEC Dubai 2010. With a stand displaying its growing range of HD video security technology, it will demonstrate how leading ISVs are taking advantage of its HD innovation. Two HD models and four SD models in Sony's PTZ line-up are already supported by several of the leading video management software vendors' products on the market. Those p...

CCTV system from Chubb Security is protecting Manchester's newly built Wright Robinson CollegeA comprehensive CCTV system from Chubb Security is protecting Manchester's newly built Wright Robinson College from unwanted acts of vandalism, and boosting the school's administrative function. Chubb is part of UTC Fire & Security, a unit of United Technologies Corp. Wright Robinson is a specialist college of Sport and the Arts and a member of the Specialist Schools and Academies Trust. In 2007 the...

SALTO Systems' XS4 access control solution deployed at Moonee Valley Racecourse Moonee Valley racecourse is one of the busiest horse racing venues in Australia and is located just 6 km from Melbourne's Central Business District. Hosting thoroughbred horse race meetings and many functions and events, it is home to the Moonee Valley Racing Club's flagship event the "Tatts Cox Plate" which is Australasia's premier weight for age race.As one of Australia's premier sports locations, th...

CNL recently integrated several key Pelco video products into its PSIM platformCNL, a world leader in developing Physical Security Information Management (PSIM) software, announces it has formed a technology partnership with Pelco, Inc. by Schneider Electric, a world leader in the design and development of next-generation video and security systems, as CNL joins the Pelco Partner First Programme.CNL recently integrated several key Pelco video products into its PSIM platform, IPSecurityCenter. Th...

The German House in Vancouver will employ contactless smart card technology from LEGICSecure and convenient access to German House during the Winter Games 2010 will be provided by an access control system based on the contactless LEGIC advant technology. The "German House" at the Olympic Winter Games is the meeting point for athletes, advisers, officials, journalists and visitors from the worlds of business and politics around the German Olympic team. Personalized cards for u...

Dedicated Micros will be using Intersec 2010 to underline its extensive end-to-end IP surveillance capabilitiesCCTV specialist Dedicated Micros - part of AD Group - will be using Intersec 2010 in Dubai to underline its extensive end-to-end IP surveillance capabilities for a diverse range of applications right up to the enterprise level.Key innovations from Dedicated Micros on display throughout the exhibition will include, for the first time in the Middle East, the company's revolutionary Integr...

IDTECK access control solution provides a greater sense of safety and security to the ministry buildingMinistry of Foreign Affair of TurkeyMinistry of Foreign Affair of Turkey is the central government institution located in Ankara, the capital city of Turkey and also the second largest city after Istanbul. Ministry of Foreign Affairs is in charge of leading the foreign affairs of Turkey as it maintains the consular affairs and foreign relations with international community. Over 3,000 staffs an...

 IndigoVision High-Definition (HD) IP Video solution has been deployed to protect the Aqaba Logistics VillageAn IndigoVision High-Definition (HD) IP Video solution has been deployed to protect the Aqaba Logistics Village (ALV), which is a tax-free hub located in Aqaba, Jordan, adjacent to the country's only container port. Both IndigoVision's HD and standard 4SIF resolution IP cameras have been installed to provide blanket CCTV coverage with the minimum number of cameras - one of the many a...

Pelco forced to reduce work force due to anticipated weak industry growth for 2010Pelco management announced recently that as the result of slower than expected sales recovery from early 2009 declines, increased efficiency in manufacturing, and the anticipation of weak industry growth for 2010, the company has decided to reduce the size of its workforce."Layoffs are and have always been a last option for Pelco", said Dean Meyer, Pelco President and CEO. "This is a very u...

Avigilon have now announced integration into access control leaders Lenel, RS2, GE Security and CardaxAvigilon's Network Video Management Software (NVMS) has won industry awards for its innovative approach and simple user interface.With more and more integration modules being available through Avigilon's front end software, it is fast becoming the platform of choice for multi system control. Avigilon have now announced integration into access control leaders Lenel, RS2, GE Security and Cardax wi...

Fabrizio Colciago, Chief Technology Officer, March Networks to speak at the Intersec 2010 trade fair and conferenceMarch Networks®, a global provider of intelligent IP video solutions, recently announced that Fabrizio Colciago, Chief Technology Officer, March Networks, will detail how organizations can achieve new levels of cost-effective fault tolerance in their IP video surveillance systems on January 17 at the Intersec 2010 trade fair and conference in Dubai, United Arab Emirates.During h...

ISC West exhibitors and attendees can participate in the SIA's 7th annual Ride for EducationISC West exhibitors and attendees can wrap up their week at the trade show with a fun and scenic motorcycle ride outside Las Vegas by participating in the Security Industry Association's 7th annual Ride for Education on Saturday, March 27, 2010. During the event, which will run from 9 a.m. to about 5 p.m., riders will bike through the breathtaking Valley of Fire and are scheduled to visit the Hoover...

 Home Secretary of the Government of India to support and officially open the Global Security India 2010The Organisers are pleased to announce that the Home Secretary of the Government of India, Mr Gopal K. Pillai has agreed to fully support and officially open the Global Security India 2010 Exhibition and Conference which is to be held from 28 to 30 April at The Ashok Hotel in New Delhi, India. The Organisers are also pleased to announce that the Director Generals of all relevant Indian Ho...