Surveillance & Security News for June 2014

This latest version extends the reach of Avigilon's access control offering with a wider range of applications Avigilon Corporation ("Avigilon"), a leading global provider of end-to-end security solutions, recently introduced the latest version of its Access Control Manager (ACM) platform to its innovative product portfolio. One of the most open and scalable access control products in the security industry, ACM 5.2 provides an IT-friendly solution for organizations of all size...

Its a leading destination for security and fire professionals from around the world to keep up to date on the industry IFSEC International and FIREX International, the world’s largest security and fire exhibition’s organized by UBM Live, recently opened the doors to the security and fire industry for what is set to be a show stopping event taking place from 17th – 19th June at ExCeL London. Adrian Leppard, Commissioner for City of London Police, opened I...

I am visiting IFSEC for the first time in several years, and one revelation is how well the event reflects the increasingly global -- and diverse -- nature of the security market. On the second day of the show, I was struck by the diversity of attendees, apparent in the many languages you hear spoken in the exhibit hall. I also kept coming upon confirmation of the variety of global security companies from around the world who are exhibiting at the event -- another reflection of a thriving worldw...

The growing size and complexity of video surveillance networks also fuels growth in the market for Ethernet switches With a maturing IT industry becoming ever more consolidated, manufacturers of Ethernet switches are looking for new market segments to diversify. A recent report from IHS points to the video surveillance industry as a potentially lucrative answer. A prolonged migration from analog to network video surveillance equipment and the continued worldwide expansion in...

IHS published the estimates through its Video Surveillance Intelligence Service Milestone Systems and Genetec remained the two largest suppliers of video management software (VMS) in 2013 in a market worth more 900 million dollars, according to recently published estimates from IHS Inc., through its Video Surveillance Intelligence Service. The global VMS market is forecast to grow to over $3 billion in 2018 with all four major world regions analyzed (EMEA, Americas, China, an...

It took a crowded ride during rush hour on the London “Tube” to get me there, including multiple transfers, but the first day of IFSEC at its new venue, the ExCel in London, yielded a couple of newsy announcements and busy traffic at many of the stands. The industry is still reeling from bombshell news last week of the acquisition of Milestone by Canon. The ink may be barely dry, but the agreement was celebrated at IFSEC with a press event and big photo opportunity involving Rokus v...

Optex’s new headquarters is its latest strategy to support customers from security market across Europe, Middle East and Africa Optex, a global leader in sensor technology, has recently announced its new EMEA headquarters based in Maidenhead, Berkshire in the United Kingdom. The new headquarters is the company’s latest strategy to capture and support customer demands from the continuously growing security market across Europe, Middle East and Africa. According to...

Panasonic recently announced the launch of CLVR (pronounced clever), the world’s first affordable, on demand and zero configuration cloud based video analytics service. Available as part of a subscription to Panasonic Cameramanager, CLVR helps businesses to optimize their video surveillance with intelligent alarming and storage via the cloud. The first feature launched under the CLVR label is CLVR Detection. Tijmen Vos, COO Panasonic Cloud Management Service Europe, said, “Most mod...

Oncam’s cameras will replace part of existing security system and cover two main campus entranceways Oncam recently announced that it is providing world-renown Leeds Metropolitan University with its award-winning 360-degree surveillance cameras. The high-tech cameras will replace part of the existing security system and will cover two main campus entranceways, the retail area, and the ground floor of the library. In addition to 360-degree visibility the cameras provide v...

Security Essen will encompass more than 40 market segments from mechanical and digital security to IT and counter-terrorism On the occasion of its 40th anniversary, Security Essen will present itself on its best form: On September 23 - 26, 2014, more than 1,000 exhibitors from around 40 nations will once again make Messe Essen the global market for civil security and fire protection. For the first time, the premier global fair will encompass more than 40 market segments - from...

The website allows you to see a virtual preview of how the XS4 Mini product will look on a door from any angle SALTO Systems has launched a dedicated website for its brand new XS4 Mini access control solution. The new website has been designed to provide the ultimate user-friendly experience and allow visitors to discover everything about the new XS4 Mini. The website is available in English, Dutch, Norwegian and Danish languages, with German, French, Italian, Swedish, Sp...

Also on show at the event is the NICE Situator, NiceVision Net, Situator Express, and NICE Inform NICE Systems announced recently that it is leading several educational sessions on the topics of safe cities, social media, and Physical Security Information Management (PSIM) at IFSEC International 2014, taking place June 17-19 at ExCel in London. It is also showcasing its industry-leading solutions for situation, incident and video surveillance management at stand F950...

The agreement will see Panasonic’s ‘Integra’ access and intruder platform added to Bravida’s portfolio of security products Panasonic used IFSEC, the world’s leading security show, to announce an OEM agreement with Bravida, Scandinavia's leading integrated supplier of technical installation and service solutions, which will see the “Integra” access and intruder platform added to its portfolio of security products. Door nodes, access u...

At the event, iEvo will demonstrate how users can create personalized biometric access control units to suit their specific needs At the 2014 IFSEC International Exposition to be held 17-19 June at the ExCeL in London, attendees will see how they can create personalized biometric access control units that suit their specific needs without altering the look or design of the fingerprint readers themselves. At Booth A1755, iEvo will feature newly designed custom kits that let use...

Elpas’ Emergency Call Transmitter transmits real-time location data that identifies name and location of the worker in need Elpas, part of the Security Products business unit of Tyco, will introduce the Lone Worker Emergency Call Transmitter as part of its Emergency Call Solution at IFSEC 2014, 17-19 June on Stand D1100. The Lone Worker Emergency Call Transmitter ensures that personnel who may be subject to attack or injury when operating on their own can send alerts ab...

The NICE Systems  solutions are also being used by Naftoport to optimize its day-to-day security operations NICE Systems recently announced that Naftoport Ltd, the major oil transhipment port in Poland, is successfully using NICE Situator and NiceVision intrusion detection video analytics to protect its critical resources. The project integrates nine existing gateway security systems to enhance situational awareness for improved incident management and operational efficie...

IHS found Milestone to be the worldwide market share leader of open platform VMS for more than a decade Milestone Systems has again been ranked the number one global video management software provider in terms of revenue according to the latest analysis from IHS Inc. Research from the IHS Technology Video Surveillance Intelligence Service has found Milestone to be the worldwide market share leader of open platform video management software (VMS) for more than a decade. Mil...

Glasgow deployed NICE Situator and NiceVision for video management to strengthen its daily operations NICE Systems has announced that the city of Glasgow is deploying its security solutions to enhance the community’s safety and security infrastructure. The implementation, which includes NICE Situator and NiceVision for video management, will help the city strengthen its daily operations and streamline incident response. Glasgow was recently awarded funding from the Tech...

The system that incorporated the VideoEdge NVR and Illustra 600 outdoor mini-dome cameras American Dynamics, part of the Security Products business unit of Tyco, has announced that Gabby Logan, a U.K. sports broadcaster and television personality, has chosen a IP video surveillance system from American Dynamics and West Sussex –based integrator Vindex Systems to safeguard her London home. A premier television sports broadcaster, Logan has covered the London Olympics...

DSC’s PowerSeries Neo leverages the capabilities of PowerG wireless intrusion technology DSC, part of the Security Products business unit of Tyco, redefines intrusion security with the introduction of PowerSeries Neo, a new scalable commercial and residential line of products which combines the flexibility of a modular, hardwired system with the simplicity of a wide range of compatible wireless devices. This brand new and exceptionally flexible platform leverages the su...

VIVOTEK to bring its visitors all-new experiences withits self-developed smart, simple, and superior surveillance solutions VIVOTEK is pleased to announce its participation in the 2014 IFSEC International, which shall take place from the 17th to the 19th of June at the ExCeL London. For decades, IFSEC International has been regarded as one of the grandest and largest events in the security industry. With an estimated attendance of over 24,000 security professionals from al...

Dahua Technology, a world-leading manufacturer and supplier of video surveillance products headquartered in Hangzhou, China introduced Beneficio series NVR, offering a new range of NVR4000-series models with high C/P (cost and performance) ratio. Beneficio series NVR is designed to provide top-notch performance while at a more than affordable price — thanks to chipset innovation and leaning production. Beneficio series NVR offers 4/8/16/32-channel for selection and its incoming capabilit...

Risk Management adopted Skillweb’s SmartTask security application across it growing team of officers Risk Management Security Services, a specialist security services business within the private and public sector, has reduced administration for its mobile patrol officers by 60 per cent using an advanced proof of time and attendance tool. In fact, since adopting Skillweb’s SmartTask Security across its growing team of officers the company has achieved a wide range o...

Emza will introduce its WS1 new single channel video encoder for D1 analog cameras and WE3, video sensor Come and see the new generation line of WiseEye products including the WE3, Emza’s new all-in-one outdoor, alert notification video sensor for variety of outdoor applications including remote sites, substations, utilities, solar farms, wind turbines, construction sites, car dealers, airports, communication towers Emza will introduce also the WS1 (WiseShiled-1), new s...

PSA will offer Eagle Eye security camera video management system (VMS), services, and support to their integrators PSA Security Network announces a new partnership with Eagle Eye Networks. As part of this partnership, PSA will immediately begin offering the Eagle Eye Security Camera Video Management System (VMS), services, and support to their integrators. The Eagle Eye Security Camera VMS is a 100% cloud based Video Management System that provides an intuitive web browser us...

This workshop series will explore how security breaches may be avoided with the right technologies and best practices Identiv, a global security technology company that provides trust solutions for premises, information and everyday items, recently announced that it will host a uTrust TS Readers Online Workshop Series for end users and system integrators. The workshops will provide practical information on security issues and technology solutions. The online workshop series k...

You can depend on the National Rifle Association (NRA) to enter the conversation after almost any high-profile violent incident, and such was the case recently after a 22-year-old college student went on a deadly rampage outside the main campus of the University of California, Santa Barbara. Thirteen were injured and six young adults lost their lives, including the perpetrator. After the tragedy, “NRA News Commentator” Dom Raso took issue with what he called “inaccuracy of the...

Another week, another school shooting. Or so it seems recently with all the incidents in the U.S. news media. Just this week there was another one in Troutdale, Ore. In fact, the organization Everytown for Gun Safety says there have been roughly 74 school shootings since the well-remembered tragedy in Newtown, Conn., about 18 months ago. Counting just the weeks school has been in session since then, the number is more than a shooting a week. The organization lists the shootings on their web sit...

Enterprises have typically focused on securing the network perimeter and relied on static passwords to authenticate users inside the firewall. This is insufficient, given the nature of today’s Advanced Persistent Threats (APTs) and internal risks associated with Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) adoption. Static passwords can be a potential recipe for a security disaster. In this article Julian Lovelock, Vice President of Product Marketing, Identity Assurance HID Global expl...

Remcam’ subscription service uses RemoteGUARD software integrated seamlessly into MOBOTIX CCTV systems Remcam (Scotland) Ltd has launched a new service designed exclusively to help MOBOTIX Partners offer remotely monitored security services across the United Kingdom. The new subscription service uses RemoteGUARD software integrated seamlessly into the advanced features pioneered by the MOBOTIX decentralized CCTV systems including motion analytics, two way audio and the n...