Surveillance & Security News for January 2015

ObjectVideo shook the industry a few years ago by launching a series of lawsuits against the industry’s big players, claiming infringement of ObjectVideo’s patents on the basic technologies of video analytics. Some of the targeted companies fought back, but in the end most opted to make the issue go away by signing a licensing agreement with ObjectVideo. The latest twist in the story is major video supplier Avigilon’s acquisition of those patents – and of the 19 related...

Klass Software’s acquisition of incident management software company PPM 2000 is the first step in an evolution to build a broad, unified software solution to manage multiple aspects of the security function. In buying PPM, Klass sought to obtain “a very good platform business and grow it with the existing team,” says Will Anderson, CEO of Klass Software (and now CEO of PPM). He sees expansion and enhancement of PPM as a “long-term project,” maybe 10 years. Klass S...

Video surveillance, or CCTV, is becoming increasingly common in cities and other public places all over the world. The benefits of video surveillance cameras to prevent crime and aid police investigations have been well documented, and there have been several high-profile cases in which video was instrumental in solving a crime. Still, whenever video surveillance is proposed in a public place, there can be opposition, based on privacy concerns, from various interest groups and the general public...

More attention needs to be placed on the development of readers that can accommodate Wireless and Wi-Fi technology Many of the changes in the access control market are happening at the “edge” – at the reader level. Access control advances that continue to become more widespread include wireless and PoE-enabled access control hardware such as wireless locks and PoE door controllers, which both reduce installation costs. Other trends are related to mobility; o...

Davies will be responsible for implementing a strategic growth plan, and adopting a new market approach for its electronic security services division   Corps Security is pleased to announce the appointment of Ralph Davies as Business Development Director for its Corps Monitoring business. He will be responsible for developing and implementing a strategic growth plan, increasing revenue and adopting a new market approach for its electronic security services divis...

Meyertech will be demonstrating live its new FUSION-Eclipse video management software at the event Meyertech, the leading British developer of Video Management Software, will be attending the Yorkshire & Humberside Partners against Crime hosted event “Business Crime 2015.” The conference will be held at the Harrogate International Centre in North Yorkshire on Thursday 5th March, and Meyertech will showcase its wide range of ONVIF conformant CCTV solutions. Du...

iOmniscient uses its patented IQ-180 software to detect a skimming device placed on the ATM ATM fraud is a major problem for any bank. Fraudsters use little transparent plastic devices which are virtually invisible to the human eye to skim information off the credit cards of unsuspecting bank customers. iOmniscient has solved this problem for the Qatar International Islamic Bank. Using its patented IQ-180 software the system can detect a skimming device placed on the ATM....

Matrox representatives will be on hand to answer questions about the pro-xi/Avio combination at upcoming tradeshows Matrox® Graphics and Portalis® recently announced that Matrox Avio™ F120 fiber-optic KVM extenders have been validated for use with the Portalis pro-xi® workstation integrator to provide high-performance monitoring, switching, extension and interaction for control room environments. A pro-xi workstation integrator includes KVM switch and multiv...

Gary Harmer Director of Sales at Mayflex feels ISONAS is revolutionising access control Mayflex, the cabling infrastructure, networking and electronic security solutions distributor has formed an agreement to distribute the ISONAS range of access control products. Unlike traditional panel-based or IP-panel systems, ISONAS delivers the one proven access control solution that offers network-based, “Pure IP” to the door technology. Founded in 1999, ISONAS is the firs...

Xtralis continues to have a significant lead in the aspirating smoke detection (ASD) category of fire detectors Award-winning VESDA, OSID, and ECO products position Xtralis for rapid expansion and dominance in the fastest growing fire detection markets Xtralis, the pioneer of very early warning aspirating smoke detectors, continues to grow market share according to the latest IHS Technology report titled “The World Market for Fire Detection and Suppression Products &nda...

The paper explains the strengths and weaknesses of various existing communication approaches Thales has launched a new report outlining how communications devices – such as those used by the police, private security and the military - could operate securely over mobile phone networks. Doing so would provide near universal range for secure communications. The paper explains the strengths and weaknesses of various existing communication approaches, including walkie talkie...

ASUSTOR NAS users in Russia will be able to enjoy professional technical support similar to ASUS users in Russia ASUSTOR Inc., a leading innovator and provider of network storage solutions, announced recently that it will be providing after-sales maintenance service throughout Russia via its mother company ASUS (ASUSTek Computer Inc.) and ASK-2 LLC. ASK-2 LLC is an officially authorized service provider for ASUS in Russia with over 200 service center locations throughout the c...

SALTO effectively provides the college with a ‘networked access control solution without the wires’ Queen's College is a co-educational independent school located in Taunton, Somerset. It is a day/boarding school for children aged 3–18, and incorporates Nursery, Pre-Prep, Junior and Senior schools. The college was aware that its existing security arrangements in the form of mechanical keyed locks and a very basic access control system were somewhat outda...

In Autumn 2014, a further two Panasonic surveillance cameras were added to the system A growing nursery based in Guiseley, West Yorkshire, has protected the business while improving customer service with a Panasonic surveillance system. After a spate of incidents, Swincar Nurseries, a family-run business, installed a Panasonic surveillance system consisting of 11 cameras and a digital video recorder in 2011. In Autumn 2014, a further two Panasonic surveillance cameras were a...

Vanderbilt SMS system manages access for over 500 employees and contractors spread over 11 locations Vanderbilt Industries, a global leader providing state-of-the-art security systems, recently announced that Crider Foods, Stillmore, GA, relies on Vanderbilt Industries SMS Access Control system to provide security for its large production and processing facilities. Tutela, Inc., out of Brunswick, GA, is the integrator and installer on this long-running project. Privately owne...

Genetec will discuss its hybrid-cloud solutions at the upcoming TechSolutions conference Genetec™, a leading provider of unified IP security solutions recently announced it will support the newly introduced Microsoft Cloud for Government. This new government-community cloud enables U.S. federal agencies and state and local governments to leverage Genetec cloud services, including Security Center Cloud Archives, with the assurance that information stored in Azure Governme...

HID's annual assessment is intended to help organizations understand the latest security advances HID Global®, a worldwide leader in secure identity solutions, recently issued its outlook on technology trends for 2015, as well as other anticipated developments across key vertical industries in the secure identity marketplace. The annual assessment is intended to help organizations understand and take advantage of the latest advances to improve security, convenience and the...

Farpointe Data distributes its Data products and options to manufacturers in New England Farpointe Data, the access control industry's global partner of choice for premium RFID solutions, recently announced that Thomas E. Piston, Jr. will help security system manufacturers and integrators from the New England and Mid-Atlantic states provide their customers with Farpointe Data products and options that will better meet their customers' needs for card-based access control an...

iluminar’s training course will include content on how to maximize night-time CCTV surveillance effectiveness iluminar, the specialist manufacturer and supplier of infrared (IR) and white light illuminators, is now offering private ‘one-to-one’ training on the specification and installation of LED lighting products. Offering the largest selection of low voltage LED lighting products in the industry, iluminar has established a reputation for supplying high-pe...

Engaging with the cannabis industry for security companies has become debatable as it is yet to legalize nationally Third instalment of 4-part series: One question that comes up when talking about security for the cannabis industry is “why aren’t there more companies getting into the business?” While a number of small operators and larger companies have begun offering their services to marijuana retailers, some very big players have largely passed on the...

Sandra’s role is to drive excellence in technology forward in the market and to open doors to new opportunities Multitone Electronics plc, a specialist in the design, manufacture and implementation of integrated communication systems for multiple organizations, has recently announced the appointment of Sandra Hunter as its new Business Development Manager. Sandra brings a wealth of experience to the role, having previously managed major accounts in Switzerland and helpe...

100% of Protection 1’s central station operators in Irving have passed the CSAA Central Station On-Line Operator Training Courses Protection 1, the largest full-service business and home security company in the U.S., recently announced that it has been awarded the Central Station Alarm Association’s (CSAA) elite CSAA Five Diamond Certification for its Irving, TX, call center. In order to qualify for this certification, 100% of Protection 1’s central stati...

A10 Networks , a technology leader in application networking, recently announced ACOS 4.0 with significant new features and capabilities, including A10 Harmony, an architecture that lays the foundation of a rapid services integration platform for enterprise, cloud, and service provider networks. With A10 Harmony, developers can integrate intelligent application networking services more easily with high-performance A10 Thunder Series Application Delivery Controllers (ADCs); enhancements include S...

In this new role, Jennifer will create, implement and manage new distribution programs and channel development Vicon Industries, Inc.(“Vicon”), a leading manufacturer of video surveillance equipment, is pleased to announce that as part of our new strategic direction towards establishing a two-tier sales distribution model, Jennifer Hones has joined Vicon as National Distribution Program Manager. Jennifer brings successful project and partnership program experience...

The whitepaper details how smart thermal security solutions can help meet the requirements of NERC SightLogix has published a whitepaper which clarifies the new mandatory physical security requirements in the NERC CIP-014 reliability standard, developed by the North American Energy Reliability Corporation (NERC) for protecting the nation’s electric grid. The whitepaper details how smart thermal security solutions can help owners/operators meet the requirements of NERC wh...

Paja joined Honeywell in 2003 and most recently served as vice president and general manager for Honeywell in India Honeywell recently announced the appointment of David Paja, 45, as president of Honeywell Security Group, effective January 19. Paja succeeds Ron Rothman, who is retiring from Honeywell to spend more time with family. In his new role, Paja will lead Honeywell’s nearly $3-billion global security business, which includes a broad portfolio of leading security...

Marc will be responsible for developing relationships with installers and integrators for both IP and Analogue solutions in the UK Sony’s video security division recently announced expansion of the UK team, appointing Marc Roth as Channel Account Manager (CAM). Marc will be responsible for maintaining and developing relationships with installers and integrators for both IP and Analog solutions in the UK, together with the wider security team. Based at Sony’s UK he...

ambit uses patented, leading-edge technology, to dramatically increase the coverage of traditional security systems Maxxess, a corporation recognized for its access control technology and extensive integration capabilities, unveiled its ground-breaking cloud-based enterprise workforce management solution ambit at Intersec 2015, in Dubai. ambit uses patented, leading-edge technology, to dramatically increase the coverage of traditional security systems by extending the enterpr...

The Security Institute also jointly raised £14,618.26 at the inaugural Joint Security Associations Annual Fundraising Event The Security Institute is delighted to announce that it helped raise £28,795.79 for its Chairman's Charity PTSD Resolution in 2014. It raised £14,177.53 at various Security Institute events during 2014. In addition to this amount, The Security Institute also jointly raised £14,618.26 at the inaugural Joint Security Associations Ann...

The key cabinets are also used by the other businesses that are based at Twickenham Stadium Traka, the key and asset management specialist, is helping keep the home of English Rugby secure, ahead of the Rugby World Cup. As part of major refurbishment work in preparation for the games, the RFU has installed Traka key management systems at Twickenham Stadium. The venue, which is the largest dedicated rugby union stadium in the world, is undergoing development, ready to invite r...