Surveillance & Security News for May 2009

CCTV Center appoints Carlton D'Souza as Sales & Marketing ManagerCarlton D'Souza has been appointed Sales & Marketing Manager at CCTV Center, the Panasonic Systems Distributor for the UK and Ireland.CCTV Center helps customers of both Panasonic analog CCTV equipment and IP network surveillance systems - such as i-Pro 24/7, an IP based remote monitoring solution. "We can provide everything customers require as part of a Panasonic systems one-stop shop," Carlton explains.CCTV Cen...

 Zenitel Marine will present new IP Infotainment solutions and CCTV systems at Nor-ShippingZenitel, international market leader in integrated communication solutions for the professional market, is pleased to present new IP entertainment and CCTV possibilities for onboard ships at Nor-Shipping 2009. Nor-shipping is the leading maritime event this year covering all aspects of industrial shipping and is the natural meeting place for maritime companies.Zenitel Marine will present new IP Infota...

TOA exhibited PA/VA products at Firex International International audio specialists TOA exhibited the industry's most comprehensive range of PA/VA products at the Firex International show held between the 11th and 14th of May 2009 at the Birmingham NEC, UK. Adding to the excitement of the show, the company proved popular with their daily business card prize draw where four fully-charged megaphones were drawn and given to security and fire installers (model ER-520S). T...

Optelecom-NKF, Inc., well known for its Siqura® surveillance systems confirmed its key sponsorship again at IFSEC 2010Optelecom-NKF, Inc., well known for its reliable and high-quality fibre and Siqura® surveillance systems, has confirmed its key sponsorship again at IFSEC 2010. Following the unprecedented success of the 2009 show, the IFSEC event will continue to be a strong tool in the Siqura brand communication strategy.Going against the current negative economics, with most companies...

Ipsotek's Visual Intelligence Suite has been awarded Primary classification in UK Home Office Sterile Zone categoryIpsotek, the UK's leading provider of Video Content Analysis (VCA) solutions, announced today that Version 10.1 of its Visual Intelligence Suite has been awarded Primary classification in the UK Home Office's Sterile Zone category. This highest-level classification means that Government establishments can use the product as the sole means of Intruder Detection in high security appli...

 Fluidmesh Endo 2200 unit fits perfectly into the Dotworkz D2 and D3 camera enclosuresFluidmesh Networks, a major manufacturer of wireless systems for security applications based on mesh networking technology, is partnering with Dotworkz Systems to offer customers a total encasement solution.The newly released Fluidmesh Endo 2200 unit fits perfectly into the Dotworkz D2 and D3 camera enclosures. The Fluidmesh 2200 Endo is designed for indoor or embedded applications where the user already h...

Bill Ward, Managing Director of Mill Volvo (left) with Chris Cunningham, Chief Executive of The Protector Group Mill Volvo has extended a contract with Gateshead-based The Protector Group to install state-of-the-art security monitoring systems after the company generated cost savings of almost £500,000 at dealerships across the North East.The intelligent CCTV systems, which have already been installed at Mill Volvo sites in Newcastle, Sunderland and Stockton, offer a hugely cost-effective...

  The ASL Safety & Security system improves audibility of train platform announcements Conventional noise sensing equipment at transport hubs takes a crude sample of background activity before the broadcast and cannot adjust for varying background noise. ASL's dynamic Ambient Noise Sensing (ANS) system uses digital signal processing to distinguish ambient noise from the announcement and continuously optimize the volume level. This ability to address the familiar prob...

COE Ltd is proud to appoint Anixter as authorized distributor for COE's video transmission products COE Ltd, the UK leading designer and developer of digital video surveillance systems and Anixter Inc. are entering into partnership to provide safety equipment for rail level crossings.According to Network Rail, last year there were more than 3400 incidents of misuse at level crossings, accumulating 55 days of delays to trains and costing Network Rail about £1.8million.COE Ltd is proud to ap...

CCTV-based Video Smoke Detection (VSD) from D-Tec provides safety for Ireland's Electricity Supply Board (ESB)CCTV-based Video Smoke Detection (VSD) from D-Tec - part of AD Group - is being relied upon in seven power stations operated by the Irish Republic's main generating company ESB to keep a watchful eye on the all important turbine halls, where the potential for disruption not only to a power station itself but to the electricity consumers it serves is tremendous.This approach to fire detec...

 GVB Holdings will be demonstrating the revolutionary PC Guard at SECUREX 2009Computer theft has become a major point of discussion all around the world. Computers are a valuable commodity and are easily disposed of. Computer theft during office hours is on the increase, when security measures are usually less stringent and the office alarm is deactivated. Thieves easily gain access to the office, armed and dangerous, and victimise staff with fear and physical force.During the pas...

  Museums facing growing security challenge with rise of armed robbery  It only takes a shocking 58 seconds to steal a painting. Jonas Rehnberg, writer at Assa Abloy Future labs, speaks to former museum security chief Ton Cremers about the safe-keeping of precious artefacts in museums and art galleries. In 2004, armed, masked robbers stormed into the Munch Museum in Oslo and stole two masterpieces - "The Scream" and "Madonna" - before the eyes of shocked spectators....

 COMPUTERLINKS signed an agreement to distribute MOBOTIX high resolution IP-based cameras in the UK and IrelandCOMPUTERLINKS, a leading global distributor of IT security and Internet technology solutions, recently announced it has signed an agreement to distribute MOBOTIX high resolution IP-based cameras in the UK and Ireland. The announcement means that IT security resellers now have access to a complete range of IP surveillance, access control and intelligent building solut...

 Genetec appoints Mr. Waldemar Gollan as Sales Representative for the German-speaking European marketGenetec announces today that the company is officially establishing its presence in the German-speaking European market. Genetec recognises the region's potential and has employed Mr. Waldemar Gollan, Sales Representative, whose mandate is to promote Genetec's innovative solutions and build the company's sales network.There is a demand for IP video surveillance, access control and licen...

Geutebruck continues to grow at home and abroad in spite of global economic downturn Despite the world economic downturn German video security specialist Geutebruck is continuing to grow at home and abroad. In Germany, Geutebruck has just expanded its domestic sales force, opened two more regional sales offices in Hessen and Bavaria, and increased its sales support staff accordingly. Geutebruck France has been achieving unprecedented sales of late and has opened a new of...

Reliance Protect provides NHS staff with the support they need in the unfortunate circumstanceReliance has announced the roll out of Reliance Protect, an end-to-end lone worker protection solution to NHS staff. The rollout commenced on 5th May 2009 starting in London and the South East following the commitment by Health Secretary, Alan Johnson to improve the safety and security of NHS staff.Reliance has been contracted by the Government to provide a total solution package to NHS staff. The...

Solar Gard window films prevent robbers from gaining entry by breaking windowsBusinesses are putting their buildings and merchandise at unnecessary risk, and increasing the chances of being burgled or suffering malicious damage to their property because their windows are unable to withstand the force of a ‘smash and grab' attack or vandalism. According to figures from the British Home Office, an industrial, commercial or financial property is burgled every two minutes across the country. I...

MOBOTIX CCTV solution helps the UK's premier skiing and snowboarding centre protect their staff and guestsMOBOTIX AG, a leading manufacturer of digital high-resolution, network-based video security systems has released details of an innovative installation of its MOBOTIX CCTV solution which is helping the UK's premier indoor skiing and snowboarding centre protect staff, guests and helping spectators keep an eye on friends and family enjoying the slopes. The project, carried out by...

Lev Datsenko receives the MIPS innovation award on behalf of GeutebruckAt the MIPS security show in Moscow in April, the award for the most innovative CCTV product of 2009 went to Geutebruck's GeViCentral video management system. Built in South Africa, with help from Germany and Australia, this video management system manages and controls large hybrid video networks - really, really large ones.This new product is the result of a co-operative effort between Geutebruck's engineers in Germany, Sydn...

 Guy Combrinck from Panasonic, Mike Newton, CEO of AD Group and John Seargant, broadcaster and journalist Dedicated Micros - part of AD Group - is celebrating after receiving a prestigious Security Industry Award for its revolutionary capability that transforms NetVu Connected CCTV systems into an Emergency Messaging and Mass Notification System. The result, which saw Dedicated Micros come away with the Integrated Security Product of the Year title, was announced during a hig...

HRH Prince Michael showed an avid interest in Sony's industry leading HD camera range at IFSEC 2009Senior Marketing Manager for Video Security, Simon Nash welcomed HRH Prince Michael of Kent to the Sony Professional stand at IFSEC last week, much to the delight of Sony staff.His Royal Highness took a tour of their stand and showed an avid interest in brand new, industry leading HD camera range. These cameras were being displayed on the stand itself, and Simon Nash was able to easily ex...

Raytec delivered their own cost savings by lighting stand with their RAYLUX White-Light IlluminatorsDuring IFSEC 09, Raytec demonstrated how all security professionals energy and money can be saved by switching to their low energy LED illuminators. They compared old technology vs new technology to highlight the low power consumption and low running costs of our Infra-Red and White-Light LED illuminators. This year Raytec delivered their own cost savings by lighting stand with...

Dedicated Micros demonstrated their industry-leading CCTV capabilities to HRH Prince Michael of Kent at IFSEC 2009Dedicated Micros - part of AD Group - was delighted to be able to welcome HRH Prince Michael of Kent to its stand during the recent IFSEC 2009 exhibition, at the NEC in Birmingham, to see the company's CCTV technology at first hand.On the opening day of IFSEC 2009, the Royal guest was given a tour of Dedicated Micros' stand and shown some of the latest surveillance solutions by...

NVT has released a Hybrid Video surveillance application guide for CCTV designers, specifiers and installersNetwork Video Technologies (NVT), has released an all-encompassing UTP Hybrid Video™ Applications Guide. Designed to assist CCTV designers, specifiers and installers to obtain high-performance results for their CCTV camera image transmission, the guide features a wide variety of system solutions information. Included is practical content on 'real-world' application examples, bre...

RD Offutt Company uses NetDVMS from OnSSI to combine Video Management with Wireless Network RD Offutt Company of Fargo, ND, one of the largest farm and dairy operations in the United States, has implemented a NetDVMS networked video surveillance system from On-Net Surveillance Systems, Inc. (OnSSI) to help watch over their operations. The company's Three Mile Canyon Farms/Castle Rock Farming, located about 150 miles east of Portland, or, covers 93,000 acres and uses forward-looking green farming...

 Verint has entered into a partnership with Jenne Distributors, Inc.Verint® Systems Inc. recently announced that it has entered into a North American distributor partnership with Jenne Distributors, Inc., a value-added supplier of business telephony, data and video conferencing technology solutions. The organization joins an exclusive global network of Verint® Video Intelligence Solutions™ distributors to deliver integrated, world-class networked video management solution...

Alvarion range of WiMAX solutions confirms 802 Global's position as the premier one stop shop802 Global, the specialist value added wireless technology distributor, has announced an agreement with Alvarion, the worlds leading WiMAX product vendor, to add its product range to the 802 Global portfolio. Already leading the field in the supply of wireless solutions through its network of channel partners, 802 Global is now even more strongly positioned as the premier one stop shop for wireless techn...

 Axis Communications reporteds trong positive impact of currencies during the first quarter of  2009Strong currency effects on sales•Net sales during the period amounted to SEK 532 M (438).•Operating profit during the period totaled SEK 46 M (69).•Profit before tax for the period amounted to SEK 46 M (68).•Profit after tax for the period totaled SEK 33 M (49).•Earnings per share during the period amounted to SEK 0.48 (0.71).Axis President Ray Mauritsson comment...

 The new product catalogue introduces a number of new security products to the already extensive Excel rangeExcel Networking Solutions, the copper and optical cabling infrastructure provider has released its much awaited new product catalogue. This new product guide introduces a number of new products to the already extensive Excel range. The continued development of the Excel product offering means customers can be sure that they are installing the latest and most cost effective produ...

Wilf Butcher, Export Manager, FIA; Tim Maslen, Sales Manager, D-Tec and Steve Rider, TV sports presenterD-Tec, part of AD Group - and a world leader in CCTV camera-based Video Smoke Detection (VSD) - has won a prestigious Fire Excellence Award during a ceremony at the Hilton Birmingham Metropole, held to coincide with the International Firex and Fire & Rescue exhibitions.The company came out on top in the key Export Innovation category for its successful deployment of VSD, which analyses ima...