Surveillance & Security News for January 2010

BSIA's Access Control Section is highlighting the benefits that users can gain from access control technologyFollowing the British Security Industry Association's (BSIA) recent research into crime in the recession, the Association's Access Control Section is highlighting the benefits that users can gain from access control technology.The BSIA's research revealed that security remains a key investment for UK plc despite the difficult economic climate with 92% of respondents retaining the same lev...

artec technologies AG and Teletec Connect have signed a distribution agreement for Denmark and Norwayartec technologies AG and Teletec Connect announced recently that they have signed a distribution agreement for Denmark and Norway."The wide knowledge and positive experience with MULTIEYE® from previous years made the decision to partner up with artec easy. In Teletec Connect we already have best experiences with MULTIEYE® due to the time when our team worked in Antec...

Metro has been honored for its 90th anniversary celebration and for its deployment of VESDA by XtralisXtralis, a leading provider of intelligent fire detection and security solutions, recently announced that in a ceremony in the city of Madrid, CEO Samir Samhouri honored the Metro for its 90th anniversary celebration and for its forward-thinking deployment of VESDA by Xtralis aspirating smoke detectors (ASDs) across the Madrid Metro system to safeguard passengers, staff and rail infrastruct...

HID Global has extended it's iCLASS® readers for the Dutch government's Rijkspas program HID Global, the trusted source for solutions for the delivery of secure identity, today announced the launch of its Rijkspas-compliant iCLASS®smart card reader designed for Dutch government agencies adopting MIFARE DESFire® EV1 smart card technology. Featuring DESFire EV1 technology and Advanced Encryption Standard (AES) to protect data transfer between the credential and...

Tyco International will be unveiling a host of innovative access control, intrusion & video products at Intersec Tyco International will be unveiling a host of innovative access control, intrusion & video products from its American Dynamics, Bentel Security, CEM Systems, DSC, Kantech and Software House brands at Intersec, Dubai. The exhibition takes place on 17th-19th January at the Dubai International Convention Exhibition Centre. The latest solutions include: Ameri...

Integrated Systems Events announces the positioning of a Digital Signage Expert Showcase within ISE 2010Integrated Systems Events is delighted to announce the positioning of a Digital Signage Expert Showcase within ISE 2010. Co-located next to - and integrated with - a number of other attractions to form a larger Digital Signage Area in Hall 10 of the Amsterdam RAI, the showcase is intended to show ISE attendees a complete signage system, with content creation, management, delivery and disp...

QNAP will showcase its entire lineup of high performance VioStor Network Video Recorders at Intersec Dubai 2010QNAP Security, a world class manufacturer of PC-less Network Video Recorder solutions for the corporate security/surveillance market is pleased to announce its participation at Intersec Dubai 2010. QNAP will showcase its entire lineup of high performance VioStor Network Video Recorders including the award-winning, high performance 40-channel/ 36-channel/ 24-channel VS-8040/ VS-8032/ VS-...

Optex Europe will be showcasing its range of REDWALL products at Intersec 2010Optex Europe, leaders in detection technology, will be showcasing its range of REDWALL products at Intersec 2010 including REDSCAN, the innovative laser scan detector that won the 'Intruder Alarm Product of the Year' at IFSEC 2009 and 'Innovation Product of the Year' awards at the UK's Security Excellence Awards.REDWALL has been the market leader in outdoor PIR sensors for use in CCTV systems for over 10 years. Th...

Arecont Vision's popular MegaVideo® JPEG line is now available in compact form Arecont Vision, the industry leader in IP-based megapixel camera technology, recently announced the launch of their new compact JPEG series of cameras in 1.3, 2, 3 or 5 megapixel formats. These CMOS sensor cameras were designed to address cost sensitivities in the JPEG market as well as the size constraints of environmental housings. Although the compact cameras are approximately half the s...

Portendo signed a distribution agreement with a local partner, Indianeye SecurityPortendo has signed a distribution agreement with a local partner, Indianeye Security, to demonstrate and market the 'P.Eye standoff explosives trace detection system' throughout the region. As a part of the agreement Indianeye Security will be setting up the first ever P.Eye demonstration facility outside of Europe. Located in New Delhi, the demonstration facility will be built to show the Portendo CheckPort concep...

SightLogix has named Monfort Electronics Marketing, Inc. as manufacturer's representativeSightLogix, the leading supplier of automated outdoor surveillance systems for wide area and perimeter security, has named Monfort Electronics Marketing, Inc. as Manufacturer's Representative in the states of Michigan, Ohio, West Virginia, Kentucky and Indiana.Monfort Electronics has served the video, access control, IT infrastructure, communications and security markets for more than fifty years as a manufa...

Samsung Electronics as well as Samsung Techwin security product lines now available across Europe As of 1st January 2010 Samsung Techwin Europe has taken on responsibility for supplying and supporting existing Samsung Electronics security product lines as well as Samsung Techwin security product lines across Europe.This follows the recent announcement regarding the transfer of assets, human resources and liabilities of the electronic security business of Samsung...

Chairman of the BSIA recently appointed James Kelly as the new Chief Executive of the BSIAThe Chairman of the British Security Industry Association (BSIA), Stuart Lowden, has recently announced the appointment of James Kelly as the new Chief Executive of the BSIA.James brings a wealth of experience in lobbying, legal advice and commercial service delivery. With a very successful track record in professional representation he has performed leadership roles on behalf of the legal profession,...

G4S Technology is the new name for the security technology arm of G4SG4S Technology is the new name for the security technology arm of G4S, the world's leading international security solutions group.Previously known as G4Tec, the new name reinforces the ongoing strategy to be a world leader in the creation and deployment of building security systems for critical and secure environments.The first visible change as a result of the rebranding initiative is celebrated by the launch of the Technology...

Scott Elliott takes up the newly created position of director of government sales for Hirsch ElectronicsBuilding on the success of its Government Program Group, Hirsch has announced it is again expanding its resources for the U.S. and international government markets by promoting Scott Elliott, formerly eastern district manager, to the newly created position of director of government sales. Mr. Elliott will team with Hirsch's well-respected Government Program Group (GPG) and its director, L...

OMNI Data purchased two Snap Server 520 storage systems to reduce costs and maximize productivityOMNI Data, which is based in Woodbridge, CT, is a systems integration and IT fonsulting firm with a proven track record for delivering the most efficient, comprehensive and cost-effective solutions to their clients. The firm designs, builds, and supports IT networks to help their clients maximize productivity, while minimizing IT infrastructure.OMNI Data is comprised of IT certified engineers and con...

Arecont Vision's IP network cameras help provide a good balance between security and privacy at St Andrew's VillageWhile security measures guarding the ill and the aged may not be tested as frequently as those protecting our more commercial and domestic treasures, the need to adequately secure institutions such as hospitals and retirement homes is certainly no less important. However, unlike a retail outlet or a private home, there is a fine line between the provision of absolute security and a...

Arecont Vision provides Emprise Bank with megapixel camera surveillance solutionEmprise Bank is a name well known in Kansas for leadership, integrity and service to their customers and to the community. Headquartered in Wichita, the privately owned bank has over 40 locations in 20 communities across the state. Their culture of commitment and customer service is strongly instilled in nearly 500 dynamic and diverse individuals on the Emprise staff. In early 2007, led by the vision of Corporate Sec...

A multifunctional LEGIC card is used in the modern part of the Raiffeisen Zentralbank building "Wave"True to the company's mission statement, the Austrian Raiffeisen Zentralbank (RZB) has successfully used the SYMBIO HOTELDATA accounting system since 1997. This uses a multifunctional LEGIC card which, among other things, combines functions such as time & attendance, access control, ID badges, use of a garage and an electronic wallet. The card can be topped up at the top-up sta...