Surveillance & Security News for September 2009

Samsung Techwin Europe appoints Dean Brazenall as Senior Strategic Business Development ManagerDean Brazenall has joined Samsung Techwin Europe Limited as Senior Strategic Business Development Manager.Dean, who was previously Head of Sales for the UK & Ireland at Bosch Security Systems, has worked within the electronic security industry for over twenty years. Reporting to Mr Jake Kim, Managing Director of Samsung Techwin Europe, Dean will be responsible for the strategic development of...

Axis Communications introduces a new level of openness to the security industryWith recent launch of AXIS Camera Application Platform, Axis Communications, the global market leader in the network video market, introduces a new level of openness to the security industry. The open application platform makes it possible for any company to develop downloadable applications for Axis' market-leading range of network cameras and video encoders.Axis is the first company to completely open its network vi...

The partnership demonstrates Avigilon's commitment to security at sports venues around the world Avigilon recently announced that it has been named a founding partner of the National Center for Spectator Sports Safety and Security (NCS4) at the University of Southern Mississippi, a leading-edge academic organization dedicated to studying techniques to mitigate the security risks inherent with large spectator sport venues. As a founding partner, Avigilon has made a three-year commitment to suppor...

Sony has introduced SNC-CH140 Fixed and SNC-DH140 Mini dome to its network HD IP camera lineupSony has introduced two new additions to its network HD IP camera lineup, the SNC-CH140 Fixed and SNC-DH140 Mini dome; this is an extension to the range of the world's first HD PTZ cameras launched at IFSEC. These are the first cameras to incorporate the company's new Exmor™ CMOS image sensor technology. Sony's latest sensor technology is combined with the company's wide dynamic-video range (...

Panasonic introduces new network systems products to it's renowned line of i-Pro Series productsPanasonic continues to expand its offering of advanced IP video surveillance solutions with new introductions to the company's renowned line of i-Pro Series network systems products. On display here at ASIS 2009 are new megapixel cameras with Panasonic's exclusive MEGA Super Dynamic camera technology and H.264 compression, as well as a new Video Management Server that accommodates both IP and legacy s...

Panasonic's Virtual Site Manager (VSM) provides complete control of integrated video/POS systemsPanasonic integrates its superior video imaging and industry-proven Point-of-Sale (POS) system solutions to create a powerful, multi-faceted business tool. Virtual Site Manager (VSM), being demonstrated at ASIS 2009, provides complete control of integrated video/POS systems with advanced remote management capabilities.VSM's integrated software platform combines Panasonic's Stingray POS workstations wi...

Lenel Systems International has announced the launch of GuardallVision at ASIS 2009Lenel Systems International has announced the launch of GuardallVision, a price competitive, line of stand- alone digital video recorders (DVR) at ASIS 2009 that delivers advanced video functionality in a fully customizable, simple-to-use and scalable package. Developed for security installations of any size, GuardallVision combines the benefits of high-quality video with the power and convenience of embedded real...

SIA has scheduled two trade delegations for early 2010 in the United Arab Emirates and RussiaThe Security Industry Association (SIA), as part of an ambitious programme to open up new markets for U.S. security companies around the world, has scheduled two trade delegations for early 2010 in the United Arab Emirates and Russia.SIA will kick off its 2010 international marketing programme with a trip to Intersec Dubai in the U.A.E. Jan. 17-19. A SIA delegation will then visit Moscow during...

SIA has scheduled a webinar that teaches small businesses how to apply for grants successfullyThe Security Industry Association has scheduled a webinar for Thursday, Oct. 8, on a pair of programmes that can be important sources of grant funds for small businesses.The Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) programme and the Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) programme provide research and development grant funding to small businesses as a way to spur technological innovation and meet fe...

Suprema Inc. has successfully issued 1.2 million of new shares at an aggregate of $36MSuprema Inc., a leading provider of biometric technologies, announced on September 15 that the company has successfully issued 1.2 million of new shares at an aggregate of $36M (KRW43.4 billion). For this public offering, Suprema received overwhelming response from institutional and private investors with subscribed bids exceeding $1.4B in total - 37.6 times the shares on offer.With the share-raise capital, the...

 Partnership between SALTO Systems and Group 4 Technology will provide more versatility for customersSALTO Systems announces that its SALTO off-line access control readers now integrate with Group 4 Technology's Symmetry Security Management System (SMS). SALTO Systems are world leaders in access control solutions. SALTO provides organizations with a solution for all their security and building control functions, enabling users to integrate all their physical security needs th...

Brickcom has joined with PSIA and ONVIF to promote long-term development of IP CCTV surveillanceBrickcom Cooperation devotes itself to long-term development of IP CCTV. In promoting standardization of IP CCTV, Brickcom has joined both ONVIF and PSIA, two major associations. You, as our valued customer, can expect advanced compatibility of Brickcom to other video management software in the near future. This can translate into more business as Brickcom IP cameras support more projects using ONVIF...

  Arecont Vision launches Channel Partner Certification Program Arecont Vision, the industry leader in IP-based megapixel camera technology, is also taking the lead in educating the video surveillance market on the benefits of megapixel cameras through its Channel Partner Certification Program. Over 400 integrators, value added resellers, distributors, architects and engineers have participated in the program since its inception in June 2009. With a goal of reaching 1,000...

  Optelecom-NKF will present new award-winning surveillance releases at Salon APS in Paris 22-24 SeptemberOptelecom-NKF, Inc., well known for its reliable, high-quality fibre products and Siqura line of advanced IP surveillance systems, will present its latest releases at Salon APS in Paris, France from 22-24 September.   Visitors to Salon APS will witness the awaited release of the newest Siqura product: the Siqura TrafficServer™. This intelligent traffic monitoring so...

  HID Global launches promotion encouraging customers to submit ideas for new products, features and servicesHID's commitment to its "Customer First" initiative reaches new high with promotion to drive customer participation in next wave of global "I Want" advertising campaign.HID Global, the trusted source for solutions for the delivery of secure identity, today announced the upcoming launch of its "Customers Come 1st" promotion during ASIS International...

GVI Security Solutions announced Brian Leland as Vice President, Solution SalesGVI Security Solutions recently announced a key addition to its executive management team. As Vice President, Solution Sales, Brian Leland will be responsible for creating incremental demand for Samsung Electronics and GVI video solutions. Leland has over a decade of sales leadership experience in security system integration with companies such as GE Security and Siemens Building Technologies."Brian has had exten...

IQinVision, Pivot3, and Veracity offer technology pathways from analog to IP IQinVision, Pivot 3, and Veracity USA recently announced the creation of the designIP series of symposiums. The initial designIP event will be held in Chicago at the Blackstone Renaissance Hotel on 1 October, 2009. The second designIP will be held on October 8th, 2009 at the Midtown Executive Club in New York. The designIP series events will feature presentations from all three companies covering the migration from...

SALTO Systems will be exhibiting its latest online wireless access control technologySALTO Systems will be exhibiting its latest online wireless access control technology at the Healthcare Estates Conference and Exhibition, Harrogate International Centre, UK, on 27 & 28 October 2009.Spread across three halls, Healthcare Estates is a dedicated event for everyone involved in the planning, design, construction, management, maintenance and operation of healthcare facilities including NHS Trusts,...

Milestone will demonstrate a leading-edge video-enabled integrations from select solution partners at the ASIS Milestone Systems, the open platform company in IP video management software, will demonstrate a concentrated sampling of leading-edge video-enabled integrations from select solution partners at the ASIS trade show in Anaheim, California, 21-24 September. Milestone Systems was founded on the concept of an open and independent IP video software platform to drive the c...

   Megapixel and HDTV resolutions produce higher quality images What are the benefits of Megapixel and HDTV resolutions? In part 2 of this article, Phil Doyle, Managing Director (UK & Ireland) of Axis Communications continues with an in depth explanation of their key advantages. (Read part 1 of this article on standard video resolutions)Megapixel resolutionsA network camera that offers megapixel resolution uses a megapixel sensor to delive...

JVC integrates its IP video surveillance cameras with the Genetec IP video surveillance systemJVC Professional Products, division of JVC U.S.A., announced today the integration of its IP video surveillance cameras with the Genetec IP video surveillance system. Genetec customers can now seamlessly integrate JVC's line of V.Networks IP cameras, including PTZ models such as the VN-V686WPBU and powerful mini-dome cameras such as the VN-V225VPU, into their new and existing Omnicast deployments.A...

A special incentive package is available for NetVu Connected installers Leading remotely monitored CCTV provider RemGuard Visual Management - part of AD Group - announces that over the next 12 months it is planning to dramatically increase the number of commercial and domestic sites monitored, which feature compatible NetVu Connected equipment from its sister company Dedicated Micros, with RemGuard anticipating at least a 100% growth in this type of connection.Sites being targeted by RemGuard, t...

Nic Richell, Ford SVP, and Jeremy Coleman, TSS, with the cell van demonstratorTraffic Safety Systems (TSS) - part of AD Group - announces that it has supplied its advanced PatrolVu 100 mobile digital CCTV solution to equip a state-of-the-art Ford Transit demonstration cell vehicle showcased at the recent NAPFM (National Association of Police Fleet Managers) exhibition held at Cheltenham Racecourse. Owned by Ford, the cell vehicle has been fitted out by Ford SVP (Special Vehicle Preparations) and...

Transit in Minneapolis/St. Paul is implementing the Nextiva® Transit video solution from VerintVerint® Systems Inc., a leading global provider of analytics software-based solutions for workforce-enterprise optimisation and security, recently announced that Metro Transit in Minneapolis/St. Paul is implementing the Nextiva® Transit video solution from Verint® Video Intelligence Solutions™. The organization extended its investment in the video security solution to further enha...

SALTO Systems won the contract to supply and install a fully integrated access control solution at SFUSimon Fraser is ranked as one of the top three comprehensive universities in Canada, and has three vibrant campuses in Burnaby, Vancouver and Surrey, British Columbia. It is home to over 25,000 students and spans many disciplines in eight faculties, offering more than 100 undergraduate major and joint major programs and more than 45 graduate offerings.In order to maintain its position as one of...

The University of Bedfordshire is using two Mobotix cameras installed by Lynx Networks to record the progress of the extensive redevelopment project at its Luton Campus. Time-lapse photography, taken automatically over 18 months, will allow the University to show a film of the demolition and construction of the new Student Center and Student accommodation.The Mobotix IP cameras were chosen because they are designed to work in tough outdoor conditions without the need for...

IDenticard Systems to bring the reliable and user-friendly SMART card printer line to the U.S. marketIDenticard Systems, a market leader in access control, personal identification and custom ID badges, announces a partnership with I&A System Co., Ltd., a South Korean card printer manufacturer, to bring the reliable and user-friendly SMART card printer line to the U.S. market. The SMART printer, available in versions for single-sided or dual-sided printing, is a compact, lightweight ID card p...

Counter Terror Expo, a unique event, is heading to the prestigious National Hall of London OlympiaThe world leading Counter Terror Expo is heading to the prestigious National Hall of London Olympia. Bringing together governmental agencies, security services, law enforcement and leading specialists and technologists for two full days of high level debate against a backdrop of an extensive exhibition, the event is set once again to be the principal conference and showcase of the year within t...

Fully funding the Port Security Grant Program is crucial for prevention of terrorismFully funding the Port Security Grant Program is an important part of securing the United States against terrorist attack, the Security Industry Association (SIA) wrote to two key lawmakers this week.The House and Senate have passed differing versions of the Homeland Security Department appropriations bill, which includes funding for the Port Security Grant Program, and lawmakers are crafting a com...

Meyertech to provide the Video Management System (VMS) for Dublin Airport's new Terminal 2Meyertech, recognized for its ability to deliver intelligent CCTV centric integrated security solutions, has been awarded the contract to provide the Video Management System (VMS) for Dublin Airport's new Terminal 2 by SITA, the appointed Systems Integrator.The new €395m terminal will have an integrated IT system which will allow every application to operate on a common network infrastructure including...