Surveillance & Security News for September 2010

Secutech Asia 2011 takes place from 20-22 April in TaiwanTo meet an increasing demand for surveillance equipment, Secutech, Asia's leading safety and security fair will feature a new pavilion for HD/Digital Surveillance products at its 2011 show to be held from 20-22 April 2011 at the Nangang Taipei World Trade Centre, Taiwan. The show is organized by Messe Frankfurt New Era Business Media Ltd., a leading integrated media company dedicated to the security industry, organising Secutech trade fair...

The IRIS Touch 200 and 400 series diallers are now approved to AS/NZ2201:5 - 2008Europe's best selling IP alarm transmission system, Chiron's IRIS system, featured for the first time at the Security 2010 Exhibition and Conference in Sydney, Australia (1st to 3rd September).Chiron showcased its award-winning technology alongside Security Distributors Australia, its partner for IRIS solutions in Australian markets. Chiron's Managing Director Ian Tredinnick was among the expert speakers at the...

The new 16-channel D1 real-time digital video recorder "Paragon 264x4"From 5 - 8 October 2010, Security Essen 2010 will take place in Germany. The latest EverFocus CCTV product developments will be presented on stand 215 in hall 2.0. The new 16-channel D1 real-time digital video recorder "Paragon 264x4" incorporates the latest H.264 compression technology and offers D1 real-time recording and playback for all cameras. Paragon 264x4 is equipped with 3 main monitor outputs (VGA...

Dallas' is one of the nation's largest all-wireless public video surveillance systemsMedia representatives covering the ASIS show this October are invited to see up-close and first-hand how wireless video surveillance is a valuable tool to help law enforcement fight crime in Dallas, the host city for the ASIS International 56th Annual Seminar and Exhibits. The Dallas installation has been in operation since 2007 and is currently one of the nation's largest all-wireless public video surveill...

At Fort Drum, New York, the U.S. Army operates a training center dedicated to simulating military conflicts for U.S. troops in urban areas. Units such as the 10th Mountain Division use the Military Operations in Urbanised Terrain (MOUT) Site to simulate urban battlefield tactics complete with smoke effects, smells of war, mobile targets, explosions, and other battlefield effects. Fort Drum's application required bringing video/audio content from the MOUT site's many cameras back to a centra...

Established in 1919, Kawasaki Kisen Kaisha Ltd., also known as "K" Line, is the tenth largest shipping company in the world. Based in Japan, they typically move cargo around the world by ship. One of the places that "K" Line operates out of is the Shinagawa-ku Seaport in Tokyo, Japan. Shinagawa-ku is one of the largest and busiest ports in Japan. Thousands of tons of goods are brought in and out on a daily basis along with hundreds of workers. The problem"K" Line needed to know what was going on...

The Eltham Centre, located in South East London, provides first class integrated services for the local community including leisure, library, educational, community and council services to local residents. The innovative and attractive center was pioneered by Greenwich Council in 2007 as a way to modernise its services and bring the community together under one roof.Built on the site of the old library which has been refurbished, the building was expanded to become an impressive local hub, openi...

(L to R) Adrian Cadd of NDI, Home Secretary Theresa May and Richard King of NDI discussing ANPR solutionsHome Secretary Theresa May has visited the offices of NDI Recognition Systems (NDI-RS), the leading UK-based designer and manufacturer of Automatic Number Plate Recognition (ANPR) solutions. During the visit, which took place on Monday 23rd August, she discussed a wide range of security issues relating to the use of ANPR and its role in increasing national security and cutting crime both...

MULTIEYE® Privacy Shield displays in a way that the identity of a person remains anonymous at any timeartec technologies AG presents the newest product PrivacyShield for protecting personal data in video surveillance systems. Based on the proven video surveillance solutions being sold for 10 years throughout Europe under the brand name MULTIEYE® the newly developed product PrivacyShield represents the breakthrough in the field of privacy protection within the frame of surveillance of per...

The AutoDome Easy II is an affordable, easy to install PTZ domeBosch Security Systems has published its 2010/ 2011 price list, featuring the full range of security products available to the UK market.The price list includes the most recent additions to Bosch's market-leading camera range including the new Auto Dome Easy II range, the IP200 series internal static dome and the "one type fits all" rugged pan-tilt-zoom camera, the MIC500 Classic. Building on its AutoDome range of sophistic...

All new 8 and 16 channel models for Dedicated Micros' SD Range of DVRsDedicated Micros - part of AD Group - is offering all new 8 and 16 channel models for its SD Range of plug and play DVRs, with a major change being the integration of a colour-coded panel interface. The adoption of front panel control, alongside a series of on-board help videos, is designed to further enhance the user-friendliness of the SD Range which is targeted primarily at medium-sized applications.Looking in more detail a...

The SAFE for Higher Education software suite has been chosen by Roger Williams UniversityQuantum Secure, the leading provider of enterprise software to manage and streamline security identities, compliance and events across disparate physical security systems, announced that its SAFE for Higher Education software suite has been chosen by Roger Williams University to automate key physical security policies, simplify the on- and off-boarding of identities and improve the overall level of security...

Optelecom-NKF booth displaying its Siqura video serversOptelecom-NKF, Inc., manufacturer of Siqura® advanced video surveillance solutions, announced its intention to participate in the Security Essen 2010 trade show in Essen, Germany.As visitors traverse the various booths at Security Essen 2010 this year, they might very well notice that Optelecom-NKF's Siqura surveillance solutions display something unique among the diverse exhibits. Optelecom-NKF will show more than just quality equipment...

RedTacton technology makes it possible to transfer data by a simple touchCan you imagine locking or unlocking a door simply by touching the doorknob? Or being able print a document by placing one hand on the copy machine and the other on your laptop? It may sound like science fiction but is actually a very real possibility thanks to a new close-range communication technology called RedTacton. ASSA ABLOY Future Lab explores the implications of this new technology. First developed by Japanese NTT...

 Mobotix T24 Video IP Door Station  Mayflex has added the MOBOTIX T24 Video IP Door Station to its catalogue of IP based security solutions.The T24 incorporates a 360° high-resolution camera to capture images of the entire area in front of a building's entrance without any blind spots. When a doorbell is rung, a connection is established with an onsite VoIP video phone allowing the occupier to see and communicate with the visitor. A key feature of the T24, however, is that video an...

Schlage contactless smart credential Ingersoll Rand Security Technologies, a leading global provider of security and safety solutions and manufacturer of Schlage contactless smart credentials and readers, and ScreenCheck International, a leading developer of smart card software solutions, have entered into a partnership which will let customers design, encode, print and manage their card population through ScreenCheck's innovative BadgeMaker Online software. The partnership will offer customers...

  The new colour-coded ECO4 digital video recorder is a powerful and compact surveillance solutionDedicated Micros - part of AD Group - announces the launch of the new model of its popular Eco4 DVR (Digital Video Recorder). The completely redesigned four-channel unit - which is available from this month - is a powerful, yet compact, solution, which is built around the company's NetVu Connected technology platform and offers instant access to all of its con...

  Dedicated Micros bring new Infiniti Thermal surveillance camera to marketDedicated Micros - part of AD Group - announces the launch of the Infiniti Thermal, an extremely capable integrated PTZ camera and Thermal Imaging Unit. The unveiling of the Infiniti Thermal marks a significant milestone for Dedicated Micros as the first time it has brought to market thermal imaging in a camera product. The new Infiniti Thermal comprises a standard CCTV camera, Ther...

Elekta Steel IP digital video door panel communicates with Urmet's Atlantico audio handsets at ImageIPervoice, from specialist security and telecoms manufacturer Urmet Domus, has been the choice of door entry and access control installation for the Image project, a fabulous mixed-use development of one and two bedroom apartments in the heart of Hemel Hempstead by Dandara. This scheme also features landscaped gardens and a range of shops and office accommodation combining new build and restoratio...

The sessions will highlight the effortless integration of powerful video surveillance solutions Arecont Vision, the industry leader in IP-based megapixel camera technology, is joining forces with other leading IP video suppliers to present a series of High Definition IP road shows in six cities in the United States and Canada. Half-day, hands-on sessions will highlight the effortless integration of powerful video surveillance solutions that combine the advantages of megapixel...

CyberKey Vault 20, the new key cabinet from VidexVidex announces CyberKey Vault 20, a smart key cabinet that offers a whole new level of accountability and key control. Unlike other key cabinets, electronic keys that are stored in the Vault contain no permissions to open any locks in a facility. When an employee needs a key, their RFID card or PIN must be entered to open the Vault and request a key to be programmed and released. The key that is released contains the access permissions specific o...

Sepura's hand-held radios can be fit to the Police Officer's particular operational needsChallengeEquip police officers with TETRA hand-held radios for use on RAKEL - Sweden's new nationwide public safety communications network - giving Sweden's police the 21st century communications capability they need in the battle against crime.SolutionSepura's easy-to-use hand-held radios deliver highly secure voice and data encrypted communications, crystal clear coverage in any environment, and insta...

53 of Panasonic Visual Display Europe's plasma displays are a part of Uniqlo's interiorsA classy gala party marked the opening of Uniqlo's European flagship store in the trendy Opera District of Paris, on Rue Scribe only steps away from the famed Paris Opera House, Palais Garnier. Uniqlo is Japan's leading clothing retail chain with more than 800 stores currently open. The multi-level 23,000 square feet flagship store features innovative digital signage as an integral element of its merchandisin...

Axel Schmidt, General Manager, SALTO Germany SALTO Systems, world leader in advanced battery powered wireless access control solutions, has appointed Axel Schmidt as General Manager of its new German Business Unit.Schmidt is perfectly placed to head up the new operation based at Gevelsberg, some 40 minutes from Düsseldorf, Cologne and the Ruhr Metropolis. He has a wealth of experience from almost 15 years with the world market leader in door controls, movable walls and glass fittings and ac...

Octavian will now provide security and concierge services to aviation terminals in UKUK security company, Octavian Security, has announced its entry into the world aviation security market, as the company has become the official UK security arm of Swissport International - by taking ownership of the Checkport UK franchise.Checkport is a security subsidiary of Swissport International, the world's leading supplier of ground handling services to the aviation sector, and the exclusive franchise...

Infinova's rugged V1750A series pressurized PTZ dome cameras Infinova announced that its V1750A pressurized dome cameras have been placed on both sides of the Panama Canal to view ships and vessels waiting their turn to go through the locks. They are watching to verify that vessels stay within their assigned spaces while waiting. If ships stray, they can cause damage to the channel and locks when they hit the sides and equipment. The cameras provide evidence of negligence by ship crews and enabl...

Matrox VDA decoder boardMatrox Graphics Inc. and Milestone Systems announced superior integration between the Matrox VDA-1164 IP Video Decoding Accelerator and the latest Milestone XProtect Corporate, Smart Client and Smart Wall VMS platforms. Designed for large-scale security networks that require live monitoring, the Matrox VDA graphics board set provides hardware-accelerated IP video decoding that completely offloads the host CPU. This allows operators to view and manipulate more video stream...

The road shows will focus on specific areas of technology, such as IP and analog cameras and DVRsSamsung Techwin America, a global supplier of video surveillance products combining superior performance and value, recently launched their 2010 Road Show campaign. The events are half-day sessions which will provide dealers/installers a hands-on opportunity to explore performance, functionality and advantages of the Samsung product line. These sessions will also show attendees how to boost sales and...

Xtralis, a leading provider of intelligent fire detection and security solutions, recently announced that a combination of its VESDA and ICAM Aspirating Smoke Detectors (ASDs) have been installed at Museum of London. Museum of London is one of the world's largest urban history museums and cares for over two million objects in its collection with a significant archive. The lower galleries are currently undergoing major redevelopment work, and new galleries will be opening in spring 2010 telling...

Customer backgroundWhen it comes to citizen security, Bogota, the Colombian capital city, is the fastest developing city in Latin America. This 7-million metropolis used to be known as high-crime city.Today, due to continuous government-level campaigns and law enforcement activities, the level of citizen security has improved drastically during last couple of decades.While homicide and traffic accidents has been declined in civil security, there are arising issues in public and government securi...