Surveillance & Security News for July 2012

iOmniscient armed with NAMS prevents in raising false alarms iOmniscient has just received the PACE Zenith Award in the “Mining, Minerals & Exploration Industries in Australia” category for its implementation of iQ-Oil & Gas for British Petroleum in Azerbaijan. The British Petroleum (BP) pipeline in Azerbaijan is one of the world’s longest oil pipelines and passes through very harsh dessert terrain with extreme environmental conditions.  The pre...

Lumidigm's fingerprint biometrics to replace individual PIN numbers for access to CAIXA ATMs Lumidigm announced recently that it is deploying fingerprint sensors into automated teller machines (ATMs) of Brazil’s second largest state-owned bank, CAIXA, via partners Diebold Incorporated, which is supplying the ATMs, and Griaule, a Brazilian-based software company that is providing supporting software. The Bolsa Família Program, which provides payments to low i...

Midwich partnership enables CCTV installers to access Dedicated Micros award winning Closed IPTV technology Dedicated Micros – part of AD Group – the video surveillance solution specialists – announced recently that it has sealed a strategic partnership in UK, with Midwich Security – the Security Division of Midwich, the highly successful AV Distributor. Dedicated Micros and Midwich Security share many philosophies including a focus on quality, value a...

A major water utility in the South of England is benefiting from protection during the vulnerable hours of darkness thanks to infrared illumination from Bosch. UF500 infrared illuminators form an integral part of the total security system at the site which covers several hundred acres. The system was designed and installed by Gardner Security. Darren Sheppard, Managing Director of Gardner Security explains: "The client was very specific about the quality of image they required and the levels o...

OnSSI's Ocularis CS software enablescapture from six cameras at one time  With several high-resolution cameras, an on-board server and OnSSI's Ocularis video management software to simplify capture of multiple high-definition video images of tornadoes and severe weather, the BAM Chase Team’s 2003 GMC Yukon is well-equipped to take storm chasing video to new levels. In use for about a year, the system has helped to track 15 to 20 notable storms during that time,...

Payment terminals, known as PIN Pads, are putting hundreds of millions of consumers worldwide at risk everyday Payment terminals, known as PIN Pads, are putting hundreds of millions of consumers worldwide at risk everyday a British IT security company is warning. The terminals, which are used by retailers, handled more than 852 million card payments in the UK alone in April 2012 according to the UK Cards Association. Researchers at MWR InfoSecurity have found that the termin...

Verint Systems' Nextiva IP VMS is being implemented in 33 stores and distribution facilities across Chile Verint Systems Inc. recently announced that Falabella is implementing its Nextiva IP video management software, along with Nextiva single- and multi-port encoders, and IP cameras, in 33 stores and distribution facilities across Chile. With the Nextiva solution, the retailer will benefit from robust security and mission-critical loss prevention capabilities that enable pers...

CatVision Ip surveillance software suite will integrate with the 5 Megapixel PanoCam360 AMG-Panogenics, the British manufacturer of sophisticated 5 Megapixel cameras, and South African based Cathexis, specialized in Digital Surveillance and Video Management Systems, are pleased to announce the complete integration of the CatVision IP Surveillance Software Suite with the 5 Megapixel PanoCam360. CatVision provides an extensive range of sophisticated surveillance options, tools,...

Europa becomes a member of the International Professional Security Association Europa has further demonstrated a commitment to being recognized as a first class provider of professional security services after becoming a member of the International Professional Security Association (IPSA). A presentation ceremony confirmed Europa’s membership to the organization, whose aim is to enhance the professionalism of the security industry whilst improving the status of members...

NetX used Alvarion equipment to deliver the connectivity necessary  to run production, film and editing Alvarion Ltd. a provider of optimized wireless broadband solutions addressing the connectivity, coverage and capacity challenges of public and private networks, recently announced that NetX Internet, the primary communication and Internet access company for Marvel’s “The Avengers,” selected Alvarion to help deliver secure and seamless wireless broadban...

Wanco, a leading manufacturer of highway and traffic control products, has chosen Vicon cameras for their new portable surveillance units.  These compact, self-contained units provide a convenient and rapidly deployable CCTV solution at construction sites, outdoor events and other locations where there is a temporary need for surveillance. Up to four Vicon Surveyor VFT 23x zoom day/night camera domes are mounted atop a 26-foot telescoping tower attached to a portable trailer body.  Th...

The Aqaba Water Company (AWC), the official water treatment and management company of Aqaba-Jordan, needed a high performance network that could cost-effectively connect the many components of their water wells network. After evaluating the cost and performance of wireless versus wired solutions, the AWC deployed Proxim's wireless equipment to connect their critical network. AWC is utilising both Proxim's point-to-multipoint (PtMP) and point-to-point (PtP) wireless equipment to create a private...

Cassidian and Carl Zeiss AG partner to run Carl Zeiss Optronics Cassidian and Carl Zeiss AG have agreed to run the optronics and optics activities of Carl Zeiss Optronics GmbH jointly in future. In a contract signed on 13 July 2012 between EADS Deutschland GmbH – Cassidian’s German legal entity – and Carl Zeiss AG, the two partners stipulated that Cassidian would acquire 75.1 per cent of the shares in Carl Zeiss Optronics GmbH, headquartered in Oberkochen, G...

ADT received the awards for its strategic investment in its state-of-the-art Customer Service Centre ADT Fire & Security, Europe’s leading provider of electronic fire and security solutions, has announced that it has received the prestigious Ska Gold environmental accreditation award for its strategic investment in its state-of-the-art Customer Service Centre on New York Street in Manchester. This recognition will be the first rating of its kind in the Northern regio...

Macdonald and Mackay bridges have more than 100 surveillance cameras installed with intelligent video analytics PureTech Systems announced the installation of its PureActiv wide area video surveillance system has been completed on both the Macdonald and the MacKay Bridges. The bridges, maintained and operated by Halifax Harbor Bridges (HHB), accommodate almost 34 million crossing each year. They provide transportation between Halifax and Dartmouth and are a critical part of th...

Bob Brown, senior specialist for Continuous Improvement at the United facility with an open keywatcher Key control and management systems from Morse Watchmans are used in corporate and educational facilities, museums, hotels and more to safeguard and track the use of door keys. The breakthrough engineering of the Morse Watchmans system also lends itself to other innovative applications including that of the United Airlines Jet Rebuild and Test Facility in San Francisco.  ...

The Basler BIP2-2500c-dn IP cameras used can easily monitor three lanes so that no violation goes unnoticed Redflex Traffic Systems, a leader in road safety technology, has chosen Basler IP Cameras for their new Student Guardian system protecting children around school buses. The system is intended to deter drivers in the United States from illegally passing stopped school buses, or to hold them accountable if they do. Student Guardian uses two cameras per school bus, one on...

The number of solar parks in Europe is increasing as the demand for renewable energy is rising. Many of these solar parks are in remote locations, so protecting them properly can be a challenge. One of the security companies that have come up with an answer to this challenge is Reading, UK, based Westronics Fire & Security Ltd. To ensure good visibility of intruders in the surveillance system, even at night or in adverse weather conditions, Westronics includes thermal imaging cameras in its...

Security personnel will be relying on Samsung video surveillance cameras to help them maintain a safe and secure environment at  Manchester Metropolitan University’s new Business School when it opens in September 2012.The new Business School will be located in an architecturally stunning £75 million building located on the University’s All Saints campus. 4,000 undergraduate and 1,000 postgraduate students will be able to enjoy the ultra modern facilities of the new buildin...

As higher education facilities’ professionals look for innovative ways to fund campus refurbishment programs and upgrade building systems, performance contracting is becoming an increasingly popular means through which efficiencies can be achieved with a budget-neutral approach. Administrators at West Virginia University (WVU) chose this option to address their eight million square foot built environment, significantly improving facilities and increasing energy efficiency, while at the sam...

Vicon Industries to provide free and low-cost options for systems with less than 25 cameras Vicon Industries Inc., a leading designer and producer of network video management systems, has introduced new pricing for its ViconNet IP video management software, providing free and low-cost options for systems with less than 25 cameras. Software is offered at three levels: ViconNet JUMP, ViconNet ZONE and ViconNet PEAK. All versions are open-platform, supporting third-party ONVIF co...

Frnak's goal is to establish a future roadmap for the company in terms of products and marketing objectives Barix AG, a pioneer in IP-based audio, intercom, control, and monitoring, has appointed Frank Frederiksen as Vice President, Product Marketing and Strategy effective immediately. Frank will help Barix define its vertical market strategy as the company grows its business and expands its product range. Frank has held a variety of senior management positions in program and...

The ability to share information, on an interoperable basis, is now a reality with specifications by the PSIA ASIS 2012 will showcase an even more impressive display of system interoperability with more than a dozen companies having interoperable systems and products relying on PSIA specifications.  IP-enabled security products have been available for more than fifteen years, but have been slow to realize their true potential as interoperable devices. The ability to shar...

NVT's IP Video and PoE Product Solutionsguide features product specifications andcommon application examples Reinforcing their continual commitment to customer care and technical support, Network Video Technologies (NVT), has released a new "IP Video and PoE Product Solutions" guide.Designed to assist CCTV system designers, specifiers and installers to deliver high-performance results, the new IP Video and PoE Product Solutions guide features product specifications and common...

Greg Nunez will ensure pre and post sales support for installers of Samsung access control systems Greg’s key area of responsibility will be to ensure that the best possible pre and post sales support is available to installers, system integrators and consultants across Europe who choose to specify and install Samsung access control systems. Prior to joining Samsung, and after achieving an MSc in Security Technologies and applications, Greg was the Product Manager for t...

Visonic's visual alarm verification solution, RealAlarm, is a powerful tool that enables monitoring stations to avoid unnecessary responses to false alarms and to remotely assess the situation when an alarm is real. PIR cameras installed in strategic locations on the premises immediately turn on when alarm is activated. Monitoring facility personnel can review images taken by the cameras prior to notifying the authorities and provide detailed information to respondents about the emergency. Arme...

Videx Security’s Portal Plus is a networkable access control system with Windows based programming and management software. It can support up to 15000 users and an unlimited number of entrances. Portal Plus allows great flexibility in the design and installation of an access control system, with its modular design and a wide range of robust readers with the latest additions including an external (IP65 rated) finger print reader, a desk mount USB proximity fob/card enrollment reader, compac...

The Air@-EL100 from Qccess has been installed at shopping centres in the UK Nowadays, CCTV cameras in elevators are not optional but essential especially at the crowded buildings such as shopping centers. In order to protect elevator passengers from crimes, it is very popular to install a CCTV camera in the elevator cars all over the world. Qccess’s partner in the UK has recently completed several projects with the Air@-EL100. Air@-EL100 is a LED optical wireless video...

ECTOCRYP® Black uses a common commercial off-the-shelf hardware architecture The National Security Agency (NSA) has approved ECTOCRYP® Blackvoice encryption device to encrypt secure voice calls up to and including those classified as top secret on U.S. government communications networks. EADS North America has been working with NSA and the device recently underwent NSA evaluation and received its Approval to Operate, which is equivalent to the agency’s Type 1 des...

Iomega now offers a Video Surveillance & Security (VSS) accreditation to its ioclub Premier Partners Iomega, one of the main providers in data backup and storage solutions, is proud to announce the availability of new resources for its ioclub Premier Partner Program partners. These new resources are mainly focused on video surveillance and security fields, in which Iomega offers network storage solutions. The ioclub Premier Partner Program is an additional ioclub program...