Surveillance & Security News for May 2010

Users of Genetec's world-class IP video surveillance solutions will now benefit from BriefCam's VS technologyBriefCam Ltd., a developer and provider of Video Synopsis systems for reviewing, analyzing and indexing of surveillance camera content, announced that it has added Genetec, a leader in innovative IP security and public safety solutions, as its newest technology partner.Users of Genetec's world-class IP video surveillance solutions will now benefit from BriefCam's Video Synopsis technology...

The Encoder ICR is the latest ICR-enabled product from Dedicated Micros Dedicated Micros - part of AD Group - will be using IFSEC 2010 to announce the rolling-out of its Integrated Camera Recording (ICR) technology across key product lines. These include the popular CamVu series of CCTV cameras and, most recently, a new Encoder ICR which offers network streaming from any video input regardless of its source.The ground-breaking ICR approach, adopted by Dedicated Micros, which is realised in...

Reliable Security, Sound & Data designed and installed the system in compliance with the gaming authorityThe new Sheraton Puerto Rico Hotel & Casino has deployed an integrated surveillance system from IndigoVision, the leading supplier of end-to-end IP video security solutions. IndigoVision's Certified Partner, Reliable Security, Sound & Data in partnership with gaming industry consultants The Talisman Group, designed and installed the system in full compliance with the local gaming...

Six SID-560s were installed where cameras needed to face directly towards glazed areasLeading broadband supplier TalkTalk's new London head office building is being protected by a sophisticated CCTV system designed and installed by security specialists Keyways.The new building was acquired by TalkTalk as part of the process of the planned demerger from Carphone Warehouse and as a result 850 TalkTalk personnel have moved into the seven storey building situated in Evesham Street, W11.According to...

The client required high-resolution images from CCTVs at cash tills to secure itself from fraudsHikvision's two-megapixel network cameras have been installed at supermarkets across Denmark to reduce theft and protect staff. The client, Kiwi Mini Pris, is a discount shopping chain with over 500 outlets throughout Denmark and Norway. The customer required IP-addressable cameras across its premises, insisting on installations that would provide maximum protection against shrinkage without detr...

The integration is between DigitalSentry video management software and Pivot3 Serverless Computing platformPelco is pleased to announce the addition of Pivot3, Inc., to its Partner First Program. With the integration of DigitalSentry video management software with the Pivot3 Serverless Computing platform, Pelco is also pleased that it has joined the Pivot3 HD Storage Alliance. End users running this Pelco product will now have access to the reduced cost and high availability benefits o...

Sean Knott joins the company with five years of fire & security sector recruitment experienceLondon-based recruiters career:Talent has appointed a Senior Consultant to launch its security recruitment team, which will specialize in the recruitment of fire & security sales and marketing professionals. Sean Knott joins the company with five years of fire & security sector recruitment experience, working with UK and European clients and candidates. Previously, Sean worked as an account a...

The security company sponsored car is due to race for 90 minutes on 2 batteries with one charge onlyWhen AMG Systems was approached by Peter Dawes and his 15 Sixth Form mates for assistance with their ambitious project of building an electric powered car fit for entering the Formula 24+ category they had no hesitation in sponsoring the team. The car is due to race for 90 minutes on 2 batteries with one charge only and is part of the Greenpower project - which aims to advance education in the sub...

ACCENT had been managed and administered by Security Industry Association since it beganThe Security Industry Association (SIA) and the Central Station Alarm Association (CSAA) would like to announce that CSAA will take over sole responsibility for the administration and management of the Alarm Call Centre Education, Networking and Training (ACCENT) listserver.Launched by SIA and CSAA more than a decade ago to facilitate the networking of its members, ACCENT has been managed and administered by...

Ziglar's work is focused on US immigration policy, border-control and security initiativesIntegrated Biometrics, a leading provider of fingerprint identity solutions, welcomed the Honourable James W. Ziglar to its Board of Directors on April 20th. The former President and CEO of Cross Match Technologies Inc., Mr. Ziglar's direction and leadership at the company was instrumental in advancing its global presence through multi-modal biometric technologies and security solutions.Mr. Ziglar's disting...

HID's expansion will enable the company to meet growing demand for access control products and service solutions HID Global, a trusted leader in solutions for the delivery of secure identity, officially launched its newly expanded e-Government (e-Gov) manufacturing campus in Connemara, Galway, Ireland. Initiated in July 2009, HID Global's expansion of its Galway e-Gov campus will enable the company to meet growing demand for product and service solutions for e-Doc, e-Passport and e-NID applicati...

IQinVision is a market leader in HD megapixel network cameras, IP cameras and video recording systemsIQinVision, market leader in high-performance HD megapixel network cameras, smart IP cameras, and network video recording systems, announced a series of new positions in the expanded support and marketing departments, as well as new sales staff and several significant promotions.In the company's European operations, the expansion includes several new Regional Sales Managers including Indy Kler, i...

KT&C joins the Alliance with plans to develop a complete line of HDcctv-compliant surveillance camerasHDcctvAlliance®, the global security industry consortium established to manage and promote technical standards for HDcctv™ equipment interoperability, announced that Korea Technology & Communications (KT&C), one of Korea's leading manufacturers of CCTV cameras, has joined the Alliance to manufacture HDcctv-compliant products for the surveillance market. HDcctv surveillance...

Ingersoll Rand Security Technologies worked with architectural ironmonger Price & Oliver on this projectBriton door closers, door furniture and lock cases have been supplied along with CISA cylinder locks for the New Testament Church of God, a £5m new-build church in Birmingham. Ingersoll Rand Security Technologies worked closely with architectural ironmonger Price & Oliver on this project which was designed by Paul Henry Architects. In order to meet the tough specification re...

Former Home Secretary, John Reid and Tara O'Toole from Department of Homeland Security will lead the debateAs natural and man-made disasters continue to dominate the headlines, the question whether countries should be doing more to ensure security and resilience will come under the spotlight in a debate led by former Home Secretary, Dr John Reid and Dr Tara O'Toole, Under Secretary of State, Science & Technology of the USA Department of Homeland Security. The debate will take place on t...

The latest TCD enhancements add PSTN connectivity and a global roaming SIM to its existing IP capabilitiesPlatinum One makes the Emizon TCD the only signaling device required, ready for whatever the engineer is faced with on-site. The latest TCD enhancements add PSTN connectivity and a global roaming SIM to its existing IP capabilities. It means that the TCD supports all EN signaling grades, all IP, PSTN and GPRS network service providers and all panel connectivity modes. In addition, all TCDs c...

Martin Smith held a keynote presentation on security awareness at ASIS 2010Despite the volcanic ash cloud that caused the unprecedented closure of much of Europe's airspace, the 9th ASIS International European Security Conference took place on 18-21 April 2010 in Lisbon, Portugal at the LCC. ASIS 2010 Treasurer Eduard J. Emde, CPP said: "I would like to thank those who ensured that the Conference went ahead with an excellent programme and who contributed to the great atmosphere onsite."...

The Matrox booth will feature VDA-1164 Video Decoding AcceleratorWhat's Happening: Matrox Graphics, the leading manufacturer of specialized graphics solutions for professional markets, will power a variety of multi-display security systems at IFSEC 2010 - the world's largest annual security event. The Matrox booth will feature: VDA-1164 Video Decoding Accelerator M9140, M9148, and M9188 add-in graphics cards Extio F1400 Remote Graphics Unit (RGU)When: Monday May 10th - Thursday May 13th, 2010Whe...

Combine allows remote viewing of the aggregated view with up to four cameras being processed in real timeASL Vision brings its edge video analytics to IFSEC, a content analysis suite that enables detection, classification and tracking of abnormal events in infrastructure, retail and commercial sectors. ASL's Combine allows 12 video images to be integrated into a single panoramic view, so enhancing the situational awareness of end-users at locations including ports, airports, sports stadia and ra...

Dealers & customers were presented with a USB stick containing information on Bosch surveillance products Bosch added a special touch to the launch of its CCS 900 Ultro discussion system at the Integrated Systems Europe 2010 (ISE) exhibition - a lottery open to all dealers and customers who came to the Bosch pre-exhibition customer day and CCS 900 Ultro seminar. The prize - the world's first CCS 900 Ultro demo set containing 6 discussion units plus a Control Unit wit...

Simplicity Technology is the leading provider of Physical Security Information Management softwareSimplicity Technology, the leading provider of Physical Security Information Management (PSIM) software will launch a new flagship product, Simplicity Security Manager™, into the security market at this year's IFSEC. "We are delighted to be launching Simplicity Security Manager™ at IFSEC in conjunction with our distribution partners, Secura Systems and Envisage Technology," sai...

RFID is enabling municipalities to dramatically improve the efficiency of their waste operationsHID Global, trusted leader in solutions for the delivery of secure identity, showcased its portfolio of radio-frequency identification (RFID) products for waste management at the Waste Expo conference. The company's extensive line of RFID tags - including a new, ultra-durable tag for metal containers - enables municipalities and industries to easily and cost-effectively track waste and recycling...

A total of 60 Axis network cameras with related equipment will be installed in the Swedish pavilionAxis Communications is an official sponsor of the Swedish pavilion at The World Expo 2010 in Shanghai, which will run between 1 May and 31 October, 2010. Axis network cameras will be installed throughout the pavilion and the participation in Expo 2010 is a part of Axis' efforts to increase its sales in the Chinese market, which is expected to grow significantly during the next five years. Expo 2010...

The easy-to-install EcoSense NVR brings IP-only connectivity to Dedicated Micros' embedded DVR platformCCTV specialist Dedicated Micros - part of AD Group - is launching its new EcoSense NVR (Network Video Recorder) at IFSEC 2010. This pure IP video product is designed to provide plug and play IP camera connection and recording for installers without any prior IP network knowledge. It also integrates an enhanced layer 2/3 switch, with self-configuration software, to deliver an extremely secure C...

 Exhibit range includes many specialized villages like CCTV, access control, intruder detection and many more 1st international fair - iSEC - will be held from 15-18 September 2010 in Belgrade Fair in cooperation with the Serbian Chamber of Commerce: Association for Private Security, the Association of Information Technology and the Serbian Society for Information Technology.The Serbian Chamber of Commerce strongly supports such an innovated concept of organization and has made a decision t...

Integrated Camera Recording technology and a new encoder ICR unit will be launched at IFSECDedicated Micros - part of AD Group - will be underlining its position at the forefront of CCTV innovation at IFSEC 2010 in Birmingham from one impressive stand alongside AD Group's recently launched enterprise video arm, AD Network Video, so offering visitors a powerful showcase for the latest end-to-end surveillance systems based around a shared NetVu Connected core technology.Key product advances being...

Dedicated Micros is in contention for the Integrated Security Product of the Year for its Closed IP TVCCTV specialist Dedicated Micros - part of AD Group - is celebrating after being confirmed as a finalist in two categories of the prestigious IFSEC 2010 Security Industry Awards.The company is shortlisted in the Communication Product of the Year category for the Encoder ICR which provides network connectivity to any video input regardless of source. A built-in Enterprise Video Server and Integra...

  www.IQeStore.com will offer the complete IQeye BASIC LINE of standard and HD megapixel network cameras IQinVision, market leader in high-performance HD megapixel network cameras, smart IP cameras, and network video recording systems, continues the global roll-out of its new IQeye eStore, an e-commerce site for the IQeye BASIC LINE of network cameras and accessories. The company will be featuring the new eStore at a dedicated stand at the IFSEC trade show in Birmingham, UK on May 10-1...

Dragão Stadium is home ground of FC Porto football club in Portugal. Following Dragão's selection as host of the 2004 European Football championship, the stadium embarked on a development project designed to heighten security. function submitQuickLinksForm(){ if (document.quickLinksForm.articlesection.selectedIndex==0){ return ; } document.quickLinksForm.action+="&articlesection="+document.quickLinksForm.articlesection.value; docu...

Samsung dome cameras installed by CCTV specialists Wired Up Security Solutions have played a major role in ensuring that this year's St. Patrick's Day celebrations in the Holy Lands district of Belfast, were trouble free.In 2009 serious disorder occurred and police were attacked. Residents of the area were shocked by the violence, which spoilt the celebrations and left many feeling intimated. A major factor was alcohol abuse by people coming into the area from outside.In time for this year's cel...