Surveillance & Security News for June 2016

Collaboration facilitates rapid deployment of high-performance, high- density encoding and decoding mobile command centers Matrox® Graphics Inc. announced that Magma Thunderbolt® and PCIe® expansion systems have been tested for reliability and functionality with the complete range of Matrox PCIe-based video wall and AV-over-IP product lines. The new collaboration facilitates rapid deployment of high-performance, high-density encoding and decoding mobile command cen...

IDIS Total Solution extends the DACH distributor’s offering IDIS, a global surveillance solutions provider, and VIDEOR E.Hartig GmbH, have signed a strategic partnership that sees the leading video-security, broadcast and image processing distributor offering the IDIS Total Solution throughout the German speaking markets of Deutschland, Austria and Switzerland (DACH). Extension Of Video Surveillance Range With IDIS Total Solution VIDEOR decided to extend its video surv...

District employees can now monitor activity as it occurs using a single user interface Tyco Security Products announced that Travis Unified School District in Fairfield, California, has chosen a hybrid PowerSeries Neo intrusion system paired with Alarm.com’s connected services to comprehensively manage security at its schools, located within Travis Air Force Base and in neighboring cities and towns. The district includes a middle school, two high schools, a day school an...

In addition to the technology demo, Louroe’s presentation will highlight its Gunshot Detector’s ease-of-use Louroe Electronics, a provider of audio monitoring, announced today that it will host a live demonstration of its gunshot detection technology for school district officials, law enforcement agencies and other top institutions at the Colonial Shooting Academy in Richmond, Va, on June 23, 2016. Public Safety TechnologiesOver 100 end users and decision makers f...

Yale Digital Monoblock YDM3168 smart door lock works seamlessly with Pronet Plus Yale, an ASSA ABLOY brand, is bringing residential smart locks to one of Turkey’s leading home/office security systems. The Yale Digital Monoblock YDM3168 smart door lock works seamlessly with Pronet Plus, as part of an intelligent, integrated security solution for homes and offices in Turkey. Key-Free Solution This battery-operated Yale smart lock has 3 deadbolts and retrofits standard Tu...

Dominion chose AMAG’s Symmetry access control system as it would help them meet NERC CIP requirements Dominion Resources selected AMAG Technology’s Symmetry Access Control System to secure its offices, plant and operations facilities in Virginia and several other states. AMAG Technology is a security solution provider specializing in access control, intrusion detection, video management, policy-based platform solutions and visitor management. Meeting NERC CIP Requ...

The Supervisory Board of MOBOTIX consists now of Yuji Ichimura, Kunihiro Koshizuka and Sabine Hinkel The Supervisory Board of Mobotix has a new chairman. Yuji Ichimura, Executive Officer of Konica Minolta, Inc. (“Konica Minolta”), the majority shareholder of MOBOTIX, was elected by the Supervisory Board of the company as its new chairman, following his appointment as new member of the supervisory board by the register court upon a motion by the company. At Konica M...

The reason for long lines at U.S. airports is that the airlines now charge fees for checked bags. It’s as good an explanation as any of why airport passenger screening lines suddenly and mysteriously grew out of control during May (and then became manageable again in June). It’s not the only explanation floating about – there’s plenty about high travel volumes, Transportation Security Administration (TSA) personnel shortages, etc. etc. – but it’s the one tha...

  In 2016, for the first time, there will be more HD CCTV cameras shipped globally than standard definition analog cameras The world market for professional video surveillance equipment grew by 1.9% in revenues in 2015. This is according to recently published estimates from IHS Inc., through its Video Surveillance Intelligence Service. This is a much lower rate of growth than in 2014 (14.2%) and 2013 (6.8%).  Slowdown In Chinese Video Surveillance Market Lower growt...

The IP-ACM is a highly flexible device, capable of supporting two individual doors or one door with in-and-out readers Tyco Security Products announces the 2-Reader IP Access Control Module (IP-ACM) from Software House, an Ethernet edge device that extends the scalability and cost-effectiveness of a network-based access control system.  The IP-ACM is installed near the doors it controls, helping to reduce wiring and installation costs. The door module can leverage a faci...

Door-Stop offers Ultion cylinder, the Avocet ABC cylinder and the Yale Superior and UAP Zero lift cylinders UK’s composite door manufacturer, Door-Stop, has introduced a selection of cylinders to its range, including the new Ultion cylinder, which is one of the most secure cylinders available on the market. The range of cylinders, which can be found on the company’s door configurator, consist of the Ultion cylinder, the Avocet ABC cylinder and the Yale Superior a...

NVR5400 Series has all the advanced benefits that can fulfill the needs for mission-critical application Surveon Technology, the end-to-end IP surveillance solution provider, introduced the newest storage-server NVR5400 Series at IFSEC, offering the best C/P alternative to the current enterprise network video recorder product line. Featuring 12 or 16-bay hot-swappable HDDs and H/W RAID data protection, NVR5400 Series supports 5MP video recording of up to 64 channels and SAS st...

Customers can experience broader IOM Tablet capabilities that can improve access control security increase operational efficiencies SRI Identity™, an SRI International line of business, and Galaxy Control Systems announce that the SRI IOM Access Control Tablet now supports integration with System Galaxy Access Control software. The SRIIOM Access Control Tablet will also now be available through the System Galaxy network of dealers. The integrated capabilities of the IOM...

  The integrated solution allows for management of wired and wireless doors Axis Communications, the market leader in network video, will be demonstrating its AXIS A1001 Network Door Controller, alongside ASSA ABLOY’s Aperio® wireless lock technology, at IFSEC International 2016. The new, seamless integration makes use of Aperio® battery-powered cylinders, escutcheons, locks and server rack solutions and enables IT administrators to manage an entire AXIS mana...

Panasonic will showcase its newly launched camera technology which will lead to a lower overall cost of ownership Panasonic will showcase its newly launched camera technology equipped with people masking technology, secure communications, smart coding and rain wash coating, as well as VIQS and facial recognition that the company says means a lower overall cost of ownership. Intelligent Security “The theme for Panasonic at IFSEC 2016 is ‘Leading the way in intelli...

IOM Access Control Tablet fuses an access-control reader, biometrics, keypad, intercom, camera and other capabilities SRI Identity™, a line of business of SRI International, introduced its IOM Access Control Tablet for mainstream access control applications at IFSEC International in London. The tablet, on display at the SRI Identity Stand (# E1250), fuses an access-control reader, biometrics, keypad, intercom, camera and other capabilities to establish a new benchmark fo...

  Siklu’s EtherHaul-500 provides 200Mbps of real time, interference free connectivity Siklu, the leader in millimeter wave wireless solutions, announces an affordable V-band radio for providing interference-free connectivity on the street. Operating in the 60GHz band, the new EtherHaul-500 provides predictable and reliable performance, perfect for upgrading congested 5GHz networks. License-Free Spectrum And No Beam Interference The 60GHz band is characterized by ab...

Barry has been involved in the steel industry for more than 35 years and will help re-brand the company Rhino Doors (“Rhino”), the high security door manufacturer, announces that Barry Gregson has accepted a short-term business development role with effect from 1st June 2016. During the rest of 2016 he will help Managing Director, Stuart Lawrence re-brand the company, implement a market communication program, launch new product development initiatives, and establis...

The solution allows technicians remote access to in-store synergy systems for upgrades, diagnostics and most repairs Tyco Integrated Security (TycoIS) announced Remote Diagnostic Services for Sensormatic® Synergy Store Front Detection Systems. The new services, designed to reduce field service calls and delays, provides TycoIS technicians with remote access into Synergy pedestals to quickly address system upgrades, health checks and other issues, resulting in fas...

Users of Genetec Security Center will be able to automatically view live video and audio captured on an Edesix VideoBadge BWC Edesix, provider of body worn camera (BWC) solutions, has announced its relationship agreement with Genetec Inc. (Genetec), a provider of open-platform, unified IP security solutions at IFSEC 2016. The integration relationship will enable Edesix BWCs, and associated VideoManager software, to integrate seamlessly with Genetec™ Security Center, whi...

The new Vess NVRs will be featured at Promise’s display during IFSEC International Security professionals in the video surveillance industry will be able to deploy new NVR storage servers that save costs and deliver incredible performance with the availability of the Promise Vess A2330 and A3340. Vess A2330 is a 2U 6-bay NVR which offers low latency recording for entry level deployments of up to 35 cameras per system. Vess A3340 is a powerful 2U 8-bay NVR designed for mi...

Ed has over 24 years of experience in a range of sales and management roles for security system integrators Bosch Security Systems, Inc. has named Ed Pedersen Vice President of Sales, Security Integrator and Distributor Channel. In this position, he will lead the company’s key account and field sales team for the security system integrator and distributor channel in the U.S.  Joining Bosch with more than 24 years of experience in a range of sales and management rol...

Easiloc is supplied in red, blue, green and yellow as standard Talisman Security Products, the U.K’s domestic manufacturer, and supplier, of tamper evident security seals is pleased to announce the release of a completely new product to add to their current extensive portfolio. User-Friendly 'Tear-Off' Feature The Easiloc ‘Tear Off’ pull tight seal has been designed with the customer in mind, and is a security seal with an easy to use ‘tear off’...

Andrew’s knowledge about access control, fire detection and integrated systems will be a valuable asset for Bosch Bosch Security Systems Ltd have announced the appointment of Andrew Pigram as the new Managing Director for the UK and Ireland. Andrew joins Bosch Security from AMG Systems Ltd where he spent the last couple of years as Sales & Marketing Director.Industry Knowledge Fredrik Thor, Bosch Security Systems, Vice President of Sales for Nordics, Great Britain &...

EasiNet is designed to simplify keyholder management and deliver maximum flexibility at an affordable price A PAC high security access control system with bespoke panel has been installed in to a new lavish apartment development in London’s exclusive Putney. Oakhill Park is a luxurious residential development in South West London, featuring 60 distinctive, elegant apartments, underground parking, private gym and landscaped gardens, complete with concierge services. ...

The partnership between Zwipe and Hitachi High-Technologies will include commercial and technical cooperation Zwipe, a provider of biometric identification technologies, and Hitachi High-Technologies Corporation, Hitachi Group’s trading company,  today announced a partnership agreement. The framework agreement is outlining commitments for commercial and technical cooperation including sales and distribution rights for the full product portfolio of Zwipe’s solu...

The new system combines Axis cameras and door controllers with Imron access control software and Milestone video management software Wirral-based IP video specialist NW Systems has installed one of the UK’s first fully integrated IP video and access control systems to help fast-growing transport-on-demand service provider Cabfind, secure its new headquarters in Birkenhead in Wirral. NW Systems recently installed a pure IP-based, fully integrated access control and video...

The new Siklu-enabled network connects Bosch's VMS to a mixture of 300 surveillance cameras  Siklu, the leading millimeter-wave company, has been selected to provide the wireless part of a hybrid wireless connectivity network for Bradford City in the UK as part of an extensive smart city project to integrate multiple information and communication technologies city-wide. The project includes providing the wireless connectivity for more than 300 surveillance cameras and two...

There is a contrast between high levels of security inside Westminster and little to no security outside the safe environment The fatal attack on 41-year-old Jo Cox, a Labour member of the British Parliament, on the street in her district in West Yorkshire in Northern England, is increasing calls for greater security of Members of Parliament (MPs). Cox was stabbed and shot to death June 16th outside a library in Birstall, where she was meeting with constituents. There have be...

SALTO will present a new range of flexible access control products at IFSEC 2016 At IFSEC 2016, SALTO will present a comprehensive new range of access control products and technologies that offer usability, capability and flexibility. JustIN Flexible Access Control New JustIN technology brings real-life and flexibility to access control and makes its easy and secure to use smartphones as a part of an access control solution. Using SALTO’s internally developed JustIN ap...