Surveillance & Security News for September 2016

IoT-based platforms, software analytics, and personal protection devices feature in the Accolades winners ASIS International, an organization for security professionals worldwide, has selected its ASIS 2016 Accolades Award winners. ASIS Accolades Award recognizes the security industry's most innovative new products, services, and/or solutions featured at the ASIS International Annual Seminar and Exhibits (ASIS 2016), taking place Sept 12-15 at the Orange County...

Databac Group will display its complete range of cards and wearing accessories at Hostelco 2016 Knowing who is who – and who has access to what – is of vital importance in the hospitality sector. Visitors to the Databac Group stand at Hostelco will see first-hand how the latest in ID technologies can be applied for guest, client, and employee identification, access to rooms and private areas and passenger tracking. The company will also show how effective its cards...

Upgrades include reduced compression rates, higher frames per second and onboard storage Dahua Technology USA, a high-value, total security solutions provider, debuted its next generation 4K Ultra high definition (HD) 12MP camera series during ASIS 2016.The latest in Dahua’s lineup of high resolution cameras offers a range of upgrades that include reduced compression rates, higher frames per second, onboard storage, a motorized vari-focal lens option, and audio I/O.Wide-...

The five-year warranty is available across the board to all Dahua dealers, regardless of their level of participation Dahua Technology USA, a high-value, total security solutions provider, announced a new five-year product warranty for all authorized dealers at ASIS 2016.Warranty CoverageThe five-year product warranty extends to all Dahua authorized dealers and covers any IP or HDCVI camera, storage, or PTZ device.The five-year warranty is available across the board to all Dah...

Along with access control, the NanoQuest offers a secure method of controlling devices such as intruder alarm panels, lighting and heating Nortech’s NanoQuest compact standalone proximity card reader and access controller now includes an RS232 data output to enable third party equipment to monitor the use of cards and fobs presented to the reader. The NanoQuest is able to manage up to 500 users and autonomously control access to secure areas or restrict the use of equip...

IP network dependability matters in physical security and safety applications, given that a company’s assets and people are at risk. There have been strides in the areas of network dependability, fault-tolerance, reliability, and survivability. However, networks (or affordable ones, at any rate) still cannot ensure near-100 percent uptime, which is why system designers acknowledge and plan for the possibility of a network outage. We asked this week’s Expert Panel Roundtable: How can/...

I have been unpacking from last week’s ASIS show in Orlando. It was a good show, except if you compare it to last spring’s ISC West in Las Vegas, which was especially well attended and generated a lot of excitement in the market. ASIS was definitely smaller, lower key and less crowded. And there were no big product announcements. But there was still plenty of technology on display. In particular, I saw the show reflecting several ongoing trends in the market. Impact Of M&As Me...

The conference included keynote presentations, panel discussions, workshops & IACSP Security Awards Industry professionals were set to participate at the IACSP ASEAN Security Symposium & Awards: Trends & Forecasts – Non-Traditional Security Threats Conference organized by IACSP and co-organized by Fleming at the InterContinental Hotel, Kuala Lumpur. With more than 22 distinguished counter-terrorism experts from all over the globe, this two-day conference fea...

Qsirch Helper allows users to search both their NAS and the Internet at the same time, enhancing the file search scale and range QNAP Systems, recently announced that Qsirch has been updated with the useful Firefox extension - Qsirch Helper – after Google extension released on March 2016. According to a new report on April 2016, Firefox has overtaken Microsoft’s Internet Explorer and Edge browser on marketshare for the first time with reach of 15.6%, ahead of IE a...

The Remote Connect cloud service makes it even faster and easier to connect to the control panels Bosch Security Systems, Inc. is now providing dealers and integrators in North America cloud-based connectivity to its B and G Series intrusion control panels for remote programming and end-user app connectivity. The new Remote Connect cloud service makes it even faster and easier to connect to the control panels by eliminating the need to change customer router settings, firewall...

Certification to the new NAC Ignite program requires completion of a detailed set of technical competency tests Pulse Secure, the provider of secure access solutions has announced that Nomios, a security and network solutions provider and Secure Premier partner is one of the first French partners to join the new Pulse Secure NAC Ignite certification program. Based in the west of Paris and in main French cities, Nomios enjoyed 2015 revenue in excess of €31 million. With a...

Kings Security demonstrates its commitment to training and development, by gaining 15 NVQs 15 employees at Kings Security Ltd, who range in age from just 20 to more than 50 years old, were celebrating at the weekend (10 September 2016) after gaining NVQs in a variety of disciplines. Kings Security Graduates In a specially arranged Kings’ graduation ceremony, 11 graduated with an NVQ Level 3 in Electronic Security and Emergency Systems, three graduated with an NVQ Level...

Reliable, user intuitive VMS platform was an absolute must for massive luxury auto dealership in Texas  Lexus Of Lakeway There is an old saying about how everything is bigger in Texas and in the case of Lexus of Lakeway, the expression certainly rings true. Located less than 20 miles from the burgeoning technology hub of Austin, the luxury automobile dealers ship sits on more than 30 acres in the small town of Lakeway, which is home to just over 11,000 residents. The de...

Teleste Care for Rail adopts a flexible lifetime approach to solving customers' needs Teleste Corporation, a provider of video and broadband technologies and related services, announced that at InnoTrans 2016, the company will introduce a new service concept targeted to its customers within the rail industry. The new concept, called Teleste Care for Rail, sharpens their service portfolio and focuses on meeting the needs of the rail industry even more inclusively than befo...

DAVANTIS can detect and reduce crime through the use of highly intelligent and focused algorithms to maximize the full detection and prevention capability of standard CCTV systems Since 2009, Business Insight 3 (Bi3) has been supplying new and innovative security and retail solutions to customers throughout the UK and Ireland. Specializing in offering ‘Best in class’ solutions to meet modern security challenges, Bi3 look to further enhance this by building strong,...

The thermal, infrared, and starlight cameras are a part of Bosch complete reporting system at the copper mines in Chile It is a windy business up there, 3,000 meters above sea level, in the Atacama Desert in the Andes in Chile. Digging for copper in the Radomiro Tomic mine of the state-owned mining company Coldeco is rough, rugged, and dangerous. Nearly every week, strong gusts of wind force 24/7 operations to a halt for an hour or two. Every day, clouds of dust or rock avalan...

Everbridge shares are expected to begin trading on the NASDAQ Global Market under the ticker symbol “EVBG” Everbridge a global software company that provides critical communications and enterprise safety applications to help keep people safe and businesses running, has announced the pricing of its initial public offering of 7,500,000 shares of common stock, of which 6,250,000 shares are being offered by Everbridge and 1,250,000 shares are being offered by existing...

Mayflex customers can now benefit from Dahua’s extensive range of end-to-end IP security solutions Dahua Technology, leading manufacturer of video surveillance equipment, has signed a partnership agreement with Mayflex, a distributor of converged IP solutions including networking, infrastructure and electronic security products. With its head office located in Birmingham, UK, Mayflex has an exceptional reputation for distributing converged IP CCTV solutions to VARs, ins...

ZAO-S is a miniature entry level device that provides H.265 HEVC encoding direct from the camera Soliton Systems, a Japanese technology company specializing in mobile video encoding and IT security, were the first to market with an H.265 mobile encoder in 2015 with the ZAO product, which has been used extensively in public safety, broadcast, and video surveillance applications throughout the world. It is a mobile device that provides live video streaming in high resolution HD...

exacqVision 8.0 also includes new archive bookmarks, IP camera integrations & more With the release of exacqVision 8.0 video management system (VMS) software, Tyco Security Products introduces suspect tracking, a new way to follow a person or object of interest through the entire scene. exacqVision version 8.0 video management system (VMS) software also includes new archiving for bookmarked video, activity timeout, and camera inspection in Enterprise System Manager (ESM),...

Brian will support the continued delivery of integrated security and life safety projects ISD Tech, an agile life safety and security systems integrator, announced the appointment of Brian Laney to the position of Commercial Operations Manager based out of the company’s headquarters in Camberley, Surrey.Reporting to the Managing Director, Nicky Stokes, Brian will be responsible for overseeing installation, commissioning, maintenance and monitoring for new and on-going pr...

The Dantech DAV 1U is ideal for security, recording studio, or domestic audio/visual applications Dantech Electronic Engineering, the UK manufacturer of specialist power supplies and ancillary equipment, has released the DAV 1U, a new rack-mount power supply model with individual load output switches. Featuring a 1U 19” rack-mount enclosure, the new Dantech DAV 1U features front mounted output switches with integrated LED’s to provide visible indication of per cha...

School administration & students were impressed with the devices integration into the school’s routine & architecture Hult International Business School provides a unique and innovative educational program based on real market insight to their students all over the globe. Looking for a more efficient class attendance control system on their campuses, Hult took notice of TBS’s touchless, wireless connectable and hygienic 3D technology. The initial project w...

GoControl Smart Doorbell Camera is a Wi-Fi enabled video doorbell with two-way audio Nortek Security & Control LLC, a provider of security and home control solutions, announced the new GoControl Smart Doorbell Camera available exclusively to professional security dealers and smart-home installers looking to provide their customers with the ability to see and talk to anyone at their door from anywhere via their smartphone. Designed as a complete solution, the GoControl Smar...

Reliance Protect safeguards tens of thousands of employees across a broad range of sectors and applications Reliance High-Tech is enhancing its Reliance Protect lone worker service by introducing a new welfare check capability for lone workers entering high-risk situations, adding a further layer of safety and reassurance for both staff and employers.Reliance High-Tech developed the innovative welfare check solution working closely in partnership with a leading UK retailer, lo...

In our world we make mobile security equipment for surveillance on-the-go in moving vehicles There are too many moving parts to a mobile system to think we could just predict hardware innovations. In our world we make mobile security equipment for surveillance on-the-go in moving vehicles. To make it work it takes a village of components vendors to bring it all together into a system that will keep civilians safer in the future. Possibly to the point of preventing an event fro...

SNC-XM637 minidome IP cameras have been installed into the train’s ceiling-mounted information displays No less than 1700 SNC-XM637 IP network cameras from Sony are being installed in Riyadh’s brand-new metro by Siemens and System Integrator Ruf Telematik. Especially designed for transport applications, the compact minidome camera copes effortlessly with rapidly-changing lighting conditions underground. Background Currently under construction and scheduled to ope...

Quantum has continued to collaborate with partners to meet specific needs of the surveillance community Quantum Corp. has announced joint development initiatives with four industry-leading Video Management System (VMS) providers targeted at bringing enhanced multi-tier storage solutions to security and surveillance customers worldwide. Aimetis Corp., On-Net Surveillance Systems Inc. (OnSSI), Qognify and Verint Systems Inc. have joined the Quantum Advantage Program, and certif...

SmartTask’s custom smartforms replace existing paper-based processes and reduce administration Oakpark Security Systems, an independent security business across East Anglia, London, and the South East of England, has expanded its use of employee scheduling and mobile workforce management solution SmartTask having achieved a host of business and operational benefits. The company has adopted its custom reporting package having successfully rolled out SmartTask’s adva...

The Medeco XT Dual-Tech retrofit cylinder is designed for accountability and rapid-entry applications Medeco® Security Locks, a division of ASSA ABLOY N.A., introduced its new Medeco XT Dual-Tech Cylinder at the ASIS International 62nd Annual Seminar and Exhibits show September 12-15 in Orlando, Florida.     Cylinder TechnologyThe patent-pending Medeco XT Dual-Tech retrofit cylinder is designed for both accountability and rapid-entry applications. It c...