Security product news & launch announcements

Exacq Technologies, part of the Security Products business unit of Tyco, a leading manufacturer of video management system (VMS) software and servers used for video surveillance, has released version 5.10 of its exacqVision VMS software for use with the company’s network video surveillance systems. The latest version introduces support for exacqVision ESM, expanded two-way audio functionality, new and updated IP camera integrations and more. Version 5.10 adds support for the new exacqVisi...

Dortronics Systems, Inc., the industry's leading provider of standard and custom finish access control products, has introduced a new communication-capable, fail-safe control system, ideal for public restroom applications. The 43211-CB Communicating Bathroom System provides power to operate most low voltage locking mechanisms including maglocks, strikes and electrified locksets, and is ideal for use in a two-door restroom facility such as those located in dormitories or healthcare facilities. E...

Sargent and Greenleaf, Inc. (S&G) announces that its recently released 2740B Electromechanical Combination Lock, the “Bravo” version of S&G’s Model 2740 GSA container lock designed to meet Federal Specification FF-L-2740B, has been approved by the U.S. General Services Administration (GSA) and is included on the organization’s updated Qualified Product List (QPL) for government agencies and qualified contractors.  This approval confirms that S&G’s...

AMAG Technology, an access control, IP video and intrusion detection (IDS) solution provider, is happy to announce that Video Insight is now a member of the Symmetry Extended Business Solutions Program as a Certified Partner. Video Insight has certified its Video Management Software (VMS) with AMAG’s Symmetry v7.0.1 Security Management System, which integrates the video management software with AMAG’s newest version of Symmetry access control software. AMAG and Video Insight cooperat...

Detex Corporation, an industry leader in the manufacture of life safety and security door hardware for commercial buildings, offers battery-powered alarm systems that guard against propping doors open. For educational facilities, the system assures that doors left open by mistake or intent won’t defeat the whole security system. The EAX-300 Door Prop Alarm can be field-set for door prop times ranging from one second to four minutes, with a 15-second default. After the time selected, a 100...

American Dynamics, part of the Security Products business unit of Tyco, introduces the Illustra Flex Series of IP cameras, providing very affordable, high-definition 1MP and 3MP video with excellent low light performance. These cameras give businesses cost-effective camera options without sacrificing image quality. Unlike other low-cost cameras on the market, the high-resolution Illustra Flex box, bullet, and mini-domes (indoor and outdoor) include premium features such as true day/night, 3D dy...

It’s true: a home without a security system is 300% more likely to be broken into. And yet, security systems commonly work reactively−after a break-in has occurred. In fact, it takes 15-20 seconds or more for a security system to detect and respond to a break-in. Mike Miller, president of the security association, has said, “The point of a security system is to reduce loss.” Goal at Cartell is to eliminate loss! The best way, ISECOM3 contends, is to inform home occupants...

DVTEL, INC., the video surveillance solutions provider, announces integration of its powerful Latitude enterprise-class network video management system (NVMS) with the Symmetry security management platform by AMAG Technology, an access control, IP video and intrusion detection system provider. The integration expands the capabilities of both platforms, allowing joint customers to benefit from the integration of IP video surveillance and access control to gain new levels of situational awareness...

Altronix now offers more eFlow power supply/chargers to choose from with 4, 8 and 16 outputs. These new models add to the company’s growing line of eFlow enhanced power solutions with more features designed for security, fire and access control applications. “eFlow power solutions provide more of what the market is asking for – more functionality with key features for system integration,” said Alan Forman, President, Altronix. “These models offer more flexibility v...

In a move designed to further the spread of de-facto standards and standards-based interoperability in the physical security industry and beyond, the Physical Security Interoperability Alliance (PSIA) recently released Version 2.0 of its industry-leading Area Control Specification. The PSIA also announced it is making the specification open and publicly available to all industry manufacturers in addition to PSIA member companies. Area Control 2.0 incorporates the PSIA’s Access Control and...

Napco Commercial 24V addressable, conventional and wireless systems, for fire, burglary or access, now offer speedier setup & installation with new Quick-Start faster programming and reliable UL Commercial Grade Wireless Fire & Burglary Devices installed in a fraction of the time. There’s a new fire-only program menu & standard fire alarm system preset template to build. One can enter the quantity and type of devices—it will be auto-inserted, mapping inputs to outputs &am...

Silent Knight by Honeywell recently introduced a single detector that senses both fire and carbon monoxide (CO) and greatly reduces nuisance alarms. The SK-FIRE-CO Detector minimizes parts and labor, equaling big cost reductions. It is also the only non-proprietary, addressable detector of its kind to be made readily available through Security Equipment Distributors nationwide, which ensures competitive pricing and readily available parts. “This detector will satisfy the new CO legislatio...

Silent Knight by Honeywell recently released the SK-F485C Wire to Fiber Converter, designed to allow new and existing Silent Knight systems to significantly increase wire runs between fire alarm control panels and power supplies, while providing a major boost in surge protection. Being the first wire to fiber converter to be UL listed for a non-proprietary line of fire alarm systems and sold over-the-counter at Security Equipment Wholesalers nationwide, allows Silent Knight to offer the ideal so...

Samsung Techwin’s recently introduced SNF-7010 360° megapixel camera fulfills the industry’s growing demand for wide area surveillance imaging solutions with HD resolution. The SNF-7010 features a 3 megapixel 1080p high definition imaging sensor with a fisheye lens to capture omnidirectional views with up to 120dB Wide Dynamic Range (WDR). The unprecedented WDR allows the SNF-7010 to capture clear images in the varying lighting conditions prevalent in 180° and 360° panora...

Sentry360, one of the fastest-growing megapixel surveillance camera developers, is excited to announce a better, easier, and faster way of installing IP video, sentryView, the world’s first universal camera configuration tool. Best of all, sentryView is FREE with the use of Sentry360 cameras. Configuring analog cameras was a simple, plug-and-play process for installers but because many are switching to, or in the process of switching to IP video, they’re finding that the configurati...

Providing a single interface to enable faster responses and improved situational security is just one of the benefits of the integration between OnSSI’s Ocularis video management software and Code Blue Corporation’s Help Point emergency communication devices. Bringing these two technologies together enables users to instantly and seamlessly manage video surveillance images, access control data, fire alerts and emergency communication. “Our clients want to have more control ove...

2GIG by Linear, a leading developer of security and home automation systems, and Telguard, a provider of cellular alarm communications and interactive services, together announce that Telguard's HomeControl interactive solution for Go!Control panels is now available to security dealers. Fully integrated with the 2GIG Go!Control wireless panel, HomeControl gives users the ability to remotely arm and disarm their security system, and offers Z-Wave control and integrated video surveillance. For ad...

Matrox Graphics Inc. and 3M Touch Systems (subsidiary of the 3M Electronic Solutions Division) announced that both companies have validated a new 3M touch driver that will support multi-touch functionality across two, three or more 3M Multi-touch Displays powered by a variety of Matrox multi-monitor products. Integrators can now pair Matrox products with 3M Multi-touch Displays to create attention-grabbing, interactive digital signage and collaborative video walls that span multiple displays, wi...

The Will-Burt Company announced recently that its LINX Predator Elite intrusion detection security solution has been successfully integrated with SightLogix smart thermal cameras. LINX Predator Elite provides complete 24-hour situational awareness through a truly integrated, multi-tasking, centralized system for access control and intrusion detection. Its modular design can integrate many technologies such as, CCTV, DVR, access control, intrusion detection, perimeter systems, environmental cont...

Securitron, an ASSA ABLOY Group company, is highlighting its new R100 Surface Mounted Wireless Reader with Aperio® technology within the Mobile Innovation Showroom (MIS) at the ASSA ABLOY booth 3559. The R100 is capable of mounting on glass, stone, granite or marble entryways, and significantly extends the reach and application of access control, when paired with a variety of hard-wired electromagnetic or electric locking devices. “The R100 is an aesthetically appealing choice for tho...

Known for its compact size and versatility, the Alliance-mini not only includes the increased processing power needed to run analytics or VMS applications at the edge, it also features WDR, on-camera storage, and true day/night capability. Available in H.264 vandal dome models with support for HD720p, HD1080p, and 3MP resolutions (5MP coming Q1 2014). The Alliance-mini provides the highest quality megapixel images with the lowest bandwidth demands. Both ONVIF and PSIA compliant, this next genera...

Grandstream Networks, the leading manufacturer of IP voice/video telephony and video surveillance solutions, recently announced a new weatherproof Infrared (IR) HD IP camera with an adjustable lens.  The new GXV3674_HD_VF, Grandstream’s first vari-focal IP camera, lets business and residential users adjust the camera lens to fit a wide range of security monitoring needs such as nearby areas (i.e. building entrances) or distant focus areas (i.e. parking lot). The GXV3674_HD_VF IP Came...

Detex Corporation offers a special life safety and security system that helps retailers deter customers from entering stockrooms from the sales floor. During an emergency, the system also provides a life safety path through the stockroom for customers and employees. Certain high-security and retail applications require a combination of components, and the Stockroom Security System features a range of hardware designed for specific requirements. In addition, the system is scalable for more compl...

IQinVision (www.iqeye.com), market leader in high-performance HD megapixel IP cameras, recently announced the release of the next generation of its highly-popular IQeye Alliance-mini HD Megapixel series of cameras. Known for its compact size and versatility, the Alliance-mini not only includes the increased processing power needed to run analytics or VMS applications at the edge, it also features WDR, on-camera storage, and true day/night capability. Available in H.264 vandal dome models with s...

NXT-ID Inc., a biometrics company focused on the growing mobile commerce market, announced recently that it has successfully ported its MobileBio Voicematch algorithm to its widely anticipated next generation payment and identity product -- the Wocket. The Wocket is a new class of biometrically secure mobile devices designed to bring the traditional wallet into the 21st century by providing the functionality of a wallet and incorporating a touch screen and a single dynamically programmable card...

Cartell is pleased to introduce the solar-friendly GateMate (CP-3) self-contained Free Exit System, offering the lowest stand-by current draw in the industry. The primary concern in a solar gate system is to provide enough solar power to accommodate the duty cycle of the system and the options that will be used with the system. With any solar system you must put as much power back into the battery (or more) than you are using on a daily basis. Often, this is of little concern, especially on su...

North Nine recently announced updates to their SOLVE product. SOLVE (Simple On-Line Visualization Engine) allows users to see security threats as they occur, track malicious activity in real time and provides users with actionable data and intelligence so they can fight back. Major changes in this update include even faster performance and expanded reporting for Symantec Endpoint Protection (SEP). Conventus, a leading national security consultancy, will bring the product to market as the exclusi...

Through a new joint technology agreement with OnSSI, BCDVideo (Northbrook, IL) is launching the new EVO Appliance Series. Purpose-built specifically to deliver the functionality of OnSSI’s Ocularis Video Management System (VMS), the EVO Series provides a cost-efficient turnkey video surveillance solution ideal for small and medium business applications. For stand-alone sites or organizations with multiple locations requiring central monitoring, the EVO Series is designed to upgrade or rep...

Matrox Graphics Inc. recently announced a new Matrox Maevex PowerStream API enabling third-party software development to manage Maevex H.264 encoders and decoders. The API offers developers complete access to the PowerStream software feature set to facilitate development of customised control applications based on customer project requirements. The PowerStream API will be available to select partners in CQ1 2014. Interested parties are encouraged to contact Matrox to obtain the preliminary API d...

Bosch Security Systems, Inc. is introducing a new family of DIVAR digital recorders that include support for the latest 960H ultra high-resolution analog cameras. This latest 960H technology upgrades analog systems to the highest analog resolution possible, representing a cost-effective solution when HD image quality is not yet required. Thanks to the use of the latest generation of charge-coupled device (CCD) image sensors, 960H cameras provide a resolution of 720 television lines (TVL). With b...