Surveillance & Security News for March 2011

 Nextiva® Retail Traffic Analytics™ from Verint recognized as best integrated security software solutionVerint® Systems Inc. announced that it has been awarded the 2011 "Tomorrow's Technology Today" award by Info Security Products Guide, an industry-leading information security research and advisory guide, in the category of integrated security software solution. This prestigious honor recognises security vendors with advanced, groundbreaking technologies and so...

 David Needham, Daren Lang, Viktor Svarm strengthen the Northern Europe team of Axis CommunicationsAxis Communications, the global leader in the network video market has further strengthened its sales, business development and training teams with three key appointments.In response to the increasing demand for network video and its impressive end of year results announced, Axis has created a number of positions in its Northern Europe team which covers the UK, Ireland and the Nordic countries...

 MOBOTIX opened a demonstration and meeting room at London's iconic Gherkin office complexMOBOTIX AG, a leading manufacturer of digital high-resolution, network-based video security systems has opened a new demonstration and meeting room at London's iconic Gherkin office complex which is fully bookable by any registered UK partner. Set in the heart of London's financial district, the new suite will showcase the entire MOBOTIX portfolio in a professional yet cutting edge environment within e...

The town center of Hanham, Bristol, in the local authority area of South Gloucestershire, combines a busy high street lined with a unique mix of retail outlets and historical landmarks, such as one of the oldest public houses in Britain. As more and more towns throughout the UK enlist the benefits of effective CCTV system deployment, Hanham has joined the ranks, recently deploying a comprehensive network of public surveillance cameras, connected using Network Video Technologies' (NVT) Unshielded...

 RapidKL public transportation has made its passengers even more secure by using NUUO surveillance solutionsNUUO, Inc. Central Management System takes care of high-end projects.With its integrated rail and bus network, RapidKL is Malaysia's largest public transport provider in the Klang Valley.  The service transports approximately 4.8million passengers every week, with 992 buses operating between 48 stations daily. Ensuring the safety of their huge passenger base during transit must b...

 TDSi achieves outstanding business development by exporting high quality security systems in the Chinese market In a feature focusing on the increasing number of companies exporting to China, The Economist magazine has highlighted the tremendous success that TDSi has achieved developing its export business in general and sales to China in particular. Reflecting on the company's targeted export strategy as well as some recent contract wins, such as the Beijing Metro proj...

 Building and site protection will now improve with the launch of new website by Harper Chalice  Harper Chalice has launched a new website to help planners improve site and building protection with electrified systems, following its top-ranking performance in recent rough weather testing by independent Government assessors. The test agency, which evaluated market-leading systems over 8 months, confirmed that Harper Chalice's PulseSecure PROTECTOR was the highest performing el...

Dr. Magnus Ekerot spoke about MOBOTIX's success and unique approach to marketing its productsMOBOTIX prepares to dominate IP security solutions with new products and foray into new market segments SourceSecurity.com attended the recent analyst briefing hosted by Mobotix AG at the Radisson Edwardian Hotel in Heathrow. Chief Sales Officer Dr. Magnus Ekerot, Project Manager Jorg Steuerwald, UK and Ireland Business Development Director Mike Lewis and International Marketing Director Peter McKee were...

 Schools will benefit with the latest guide on CCTV which was released by ADTADT announced CCTV security strategies as part of the "Security in Schools Series" to ensure the protection of pupils, staff and property. ADT, Europe's leading provider of electronic, fire and security solutions, has released a "Guide to CCTV in Schools" offering practical steps to deploying and managing CCTV systems across educational facilities. As part of the "Security in Schools Series...

 EMIRAJE Systems has forged a long-term collaboration between EAI/C4AS and Cassidian EMIRAJE Systems LLC has received the contract for command and control system of the UAE (Emirates Command and Control System ECCS) by the Forces Headquarters Armed Arab Emirates (UAE). The first phase of this contract is valued at 500 million U.S. dollars. ECCS is an important programme of command, control, communications, computing, intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance C4ISR) to coordinate, integr...

Dan Eames, Operations Manager, receives the Project of the Year award on behalf of SeSys Ltd."Decentralised" MOBOTIX hi-res cameras a success, demonstrates partners at National Partner ConferenceSourceSecurity.com recently attended the much-anticipated MOBOTIX UK and Ireland National Partner Conference (NPC) at the Radisson Edwardian Hotel, Heathrow. The event consisted of technical and product releases, partner presentations, live demonstrations and the prestigious MOBOTIX Gala Awards...

 IDTECK's FINGER007, professional T&A Software has been integrated to manage precise time and attendance dataArabian American Oil Company also known as Saudi Aramco is government-owned national oil company of Saudi Arabia. It is the largest oil corporation in the world with the largest crude oil reserves and production. Running over 100 oil and gas fields in Saudi Arabia, the company produces over 3.4 billion (540,000,000 m³) barrels of crude oil annually.In order to manage the lar...

  IQinVision installed more than 3,200 H.264 HD megapixel cameras in the 12 separate campusesIQinVision, market leader in high-performance HD megapixel IP cameras, announced the completion of a major video surveillance project with the Texas Department of Aging and Disability Services (DADS). The installation comprises more than 3,200 H.264 HD megapixel cameras installed in 336 buildings on 12 separate campuses located throughout the state. Knight Security Systems has been instrumental...

 DRK rescue control centre alerts the home emergency personnel giving the PIN of the person requiring help The German Red Cross (DRK) has installed a state-of-the-art key and data protection system from Traka to control its home emergency service in Kreisverband Bitburg-Prum. Over 650 households in the Kreisverband Bitburg-Prum district are connected to the DRK home emergency call centre. To ensure fast response, the service works closely with the DRK emergency medical service, which mainta...

 Johnson Control will deal with procurement and installation of systems and equipmentThe U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) has notified Johnson Controls, the global leader in delivering products, services and solutions that increase energy efficiency in buildings, that the U.S. Army Engineering and Support Center of Huntsville, Ala. has awarded an indefinite delivery/indefinite quantity (IDIQ) contract to Johnson Controls Building Automation Systems, LLC (JCBAS).Under this IDIQ Elec...

 Ian Meadows, BDM, Gallagher Security will address the Universities of India in Global Higher Education SummitGallagher Security's Business Development Manager, Ian Meadows, has been confirmed as a guest speaker for the Universities of India & Global Higher Education Summit being held in India, March 11-12th.The symposium will be attended by heads of universities and education institutes from all over India with a focus on improving quality in higher education including Univer...

 Ruwi Hotel in Muscat deploys security surveillance services from Hikvision Located in the heart of Muscat, the capital of Oman, the three-star Ruwi Hotel overlooks the city's main business district. With its classic fortress style architecture, the hotel is sought after by many business travellers and enthusiastic holidaymakers who enjoy its traditional Omani hospitality complemented by international service standards.In order to protect people and assets as well as watching over the...

 Sony's new SNC-RH164 and SNC-CH140 surveillance cameras have provided the solution for the Church of Kangasniemi The arson of the Porvoo Cathedral a few years ago tightened the insurance terms for all Finnish churches. Today, insurance companies require that the church buildings must have a video surveillance system that sends an alarm to a manned control room for suspicious movement during the night. Without such surveillance, the customer's responsibility is approximately three fold.Cust...

  Verint is proud to be a part of this integrated real estate project in Shanghai Verint Systems Inc. announced that Shanghai International Financial Centre (IFC) situated in Pudong Lujiazui Finance and Trade Zone is implementing the Nextiva IP video portfolio from Verint Video Intelligence Solutions. Part of a multi-phased technology deployment, Shanghai IFC has begun using Verint security solutions to help secure its 70 floor twin towers, which are 260 metres and 250 metres in height...

 IDTECK access control system has ensured safety at TOBB Economics and Technology UniversityTOBB Economics and Technology University, located in Ankara, the capital city of Turkey, is one of the largest technical institute in its region. School's new dormitory building is a signature space that supports the academics and personal growth of residents, provides a place where programmes and events are hosted, and most importantly, provides a home-away-from-home for 1,500 students. The student...

 Mobotix is known worldwide for its network camera technology and hemispheric surveillance solutionsMOBOTIX, an industry leading provider of high-resolution, network-based security solutions, has opened a state-of-the-art technology briefing centre at its North American headquarters. MOBOTIX will leverage the new venue to showcase its innovative technologies, and provide first-hand demonstrations on the benefits of the MOBOTIX decentralised network camera technology and its hemispheric surv...

  HID Global has provided secure identity to AEHN with contactless smart card technology for the employees HID Global, trusted leader in solutions for the delivery of secure identity, has enabled the Albert Einstein Healthcare Network (AEHN) to simplify the re-badging of more than 7,000 personnel following the firm's spin-off and corporate re-branding, while also migrating to higher-security 13.56 MHz contactless technologies."HID Global provided the existing Wiegand magst...

 Arden Fair Mall in California has deployed Avigilon's HD Surveillance System to reduce crime and enhance patron safetyAvigilon, the performance and value leader in high definition (HD) and megapixel video surveillance systems, announced that Arden Fair Mall in Sacramento, California, has deployed the Avigilon HD Surveillance System as a key component of its industry-leading security initiative aimed at reducing crime and increasing patron safety. Committed to excellence in customer se...

 ESL Federal Credit Union benefits from the security surveillance solution provided by March Networks March Networks, a global provider of intelligent IP video solutions, announced that Rochester, NY-based ESL Federal Credit Union has standardized on the company's Financial Solution to secure its corporate headquarters, retail banking branches and standalone ATMs. The solution includes March Networks VideoSphere VMS software, 4000 C Series hybrid recorders and MegaPX 720p and PTZ IP cameras...

 The Sout-East Asian security market will benefit from the Safety and Security Asia 2011 in the coming years  Political conflicts and terrorism concerns in South-east Asia have propelled the region's safety and security industry to new heights. Safety & Security Asia 2011 is held to address these heightening issues and concerns. Convening industry experts from various organizations across the region, this event will...

 Latest innovation from Speed Intraproc GmbH - The Speed Capture StationSpeed Intraproc GmbH, a provider of innovative, interactive IT-solutions for registry offices presented the new 'intelligent terminal for ePassports and eIDs' on the CeBIT 2011 in Hannover. The speed capture station was presented together with the 'Databund e.V.' in hall 9, booth C75 under 'KOMmune INNovativ'Presentation of the hard- and software solution on the CeBIT The newest version of Speed Capture Station was show...

 Panasonic provides surveillance at the exterior of two campuses and interiors of new buildings at Clarion UniversityClarion University depends on Panasonic i-PRO systems to provide IP-based video surveillance throughout its campus in the Appalachian Mountain region of northwestern Pennsylvania. The University's systems integrator, The Protection Bureau, is enthusiastic about the benefits of Panasonic security systems to Clarion University."The proof is in the picture, bottom...

 Traka lockers are modular in construction and manufactured to meet specific customer requirementsTraka plc will be showcasing its extensive range of intelligent asset management lockers on stand no. 218. Ideal for controlling staff access to important and valuable portable equipment, these lockers are widely used by the UK emergency services to manage and audit the use of airwave radios, laptops, PDAs and similar shared resources.Traka32 software manages locker access via PIN, magnetic car...

  The Public Key Infrastructure is beginning to be adopted as a driver in physical access Traditionally associated with logical access and the digital signing of documents, Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) is now also being used to control physical access. Their use in physical access control is likely to be more prevalent with the implementation of the FIPS 201-2 recommendations this year. Derek Scheips of ASSA Abloy Future Lab explores the benefits of this key infr...

   James Kelly, Chief Executive, BSIA said that selection of winners was quite difficult due to high standard entrantsThe regional winners of the British Security Industry Association's Annual Security Personnel Awards 2011 have been announced.The awards recognize the excellent work and vital contribution that those working in the security industry are making across the country, and are presented in the following categories: Service to the Customer, Outstanding Act, Best Newcomer, Best...