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The award program lauds the top female professionals in the security market in a variety of categories The Women’s Security Council, a network of successful professionals focused on promoting the advancement of women in the security industry, is delighted to announce the winners of the 2015 WSC Women of the Year awards. The award program lauds the top female professionals in the security market in a variety of categories. This year’s 2015 Women of the Year include...

Once every four days the US power grid is struck by a physical or cyber-attack, according to a new study published by USA Today, detailing analysis from federal energy records. Disabling a few critical substations across the country could result in widespread power outages, inflicting detrimental damage to millions of people and the power systems they rely on -heating and air conditioning units, traffic lights and medical equipment.  Despite the 362 reported incidents against electrical gri...

Zetron will be joining JVCKenwood in their booth 10073 at ISC West Zetron, a leading provider of mission-critical communications solutions worldwide, announced that it will be joining JVCKenwood in their booth 10073 at ISC West—the nation’s largest security-industry tradeshow. The event takes place at the Sands Expo Center, Las Vegas, NV, April 15-17, 2015. Zetron’s display will feature a powerful selection of products designed to equip the entire mission-cri...

The partnership provides enhanced ability to detect, classify and locate threatening events in real time WavestoreUSA, a world class innovator in open platform digital Video Storage and Management Systems and OptaSense, world leaders in Distributed Acoustic Sensing, recently announced a technology partnership and integration. The partnership provides enhanced ability to detect, classify and locate threatening events in real time. ISC West 2015 Demonstration: WavestoreUSA is...

This acquisition advances Motorola Solutions’ strategy to revolutionize public safety's use of available data Motorola Solutions has acquired PublicEngines, a privately held provider of cloud-based solutions that deliver crime analysis, predictive policing and citizen engagement capabilities for law enforcement agencies, governments and other organizations.  “The acquisition of PublicEngines reinforces Motorola Solutions’ commitment to helping our custo...

Avigilon 7K camera offers horizontal resolution exceeding 7,000 pixels and more than 30 million total pixels Avigilon Corporation (“Avigilon”), a leading global provider of end-to-end security solutions, recently announced it will showcase the security industry’s first single-sensor 7K (30 megapixel) security camera at the ISC West 2015 tradeshow in Las Vegas, NV, USA. Delivering stunning image detail, the 7K HD Pro camera simultaneously provides maximum scen...

FLIR Systems, Inc. recently announced the availability of FLIR® FX, a compact, versatile Wi-Fi-enabled HD camera that integrates unique cloud-based analytics and flexible application-specific mounts. FLIR FX optional accessory mounts facilitate use in an array of applications including in-home monitoring, outdoor security, sports activity, vehicle dash-camera recording, and more. Users have the ability to stream live HD video to a smartphone or tablet with or without an internet connection,...

The new space will fulfill training and demo services and house its team of savvy industry professionals WavestoreUSA, a world class innovator in open platform digital video storage and management systems, announces the opening of its new company headquarters in West Palm Beach, Florida. The world class video surveillance provider acquired the new space to accommodate increased demand for its training and demo services and to house its team of savvy industry professionals incl...

AMAG will offer Salient VMS, NVR server platforms and mobile video apps under its Symmetry brand AMAG Technology has entered into a technology partnership with Salient Systems, Inc. and will offer Salient’s CompleteView Video Management System, PowerProtect NVR Server Platforms and TouchView Mobile Video Apps under the Symmetry™ brand. The Symmetry Security Management platform brings together Identity Management, Access Control, Alarm Management, and Video Manageme...

MOBOTIX will highlight 6 MP moonlight technology, new indoor cameras and management center at the event MOBOTIX CORP, a provider of high-resolution, robust and network-based security systems produced in Germany, is showcasing its latest solutions in booth #11075 at ISC West 2015, which will be held April 15-17, 2015. MOBOTIX will highlight the following products: 6 MP Moonlight Technology: The New Benchmark For Object In Motion Well-known as a market reference in image qual...

HDCVI 2.0 is now the standard analog HD interface for surveillance video At ISC West 2015, security video standards organization the HDcctv Alliance will show visitors that the HDCVI 2.0 standard facilitates migration to 720p/1080p surveillance – and beyond. HDcctv Alliance executive director Todd Rockoff said HDCVI 2.0 is now THE standard analog HD interface for surveillance video. “HDCVI 2.0 provides the easiest possible migration from legacy NTSC or PAL video t...

Canon U.S.A., Inc., a leader in digital imaging solutions, has introduced nine new Network Cameras with advanced capabilities designed to efficiently meet outdoor and indoor applications in a wide range of markets including city surveillance, critical infrastructure, financial institutions, airports and transportation, education, retail, commercial offices, and gaming establishments. All nine new Canon network cameras integrate advanced core components designed to deliver video with superb detai...

The agreement combines the strengths of OnSSI and SeeTec by leveraging Ocularis VMS platform Video Management Software company On-Net Surveillance Systems, Inc. (OnSSI) recently announced that it has signed a definitive agreement to acquire SeeTec AG, a privately held German-based company providing VMS solutions to European markets. As one of the first providers of network-based video management applications, SeeTec provides customers with targeted solutions aligned with custo...

SIA PASS to develop guidelines for use of electronic security and life safety equipment in schools The Security Industry Association (SIA) is pleased to announce that the Education Interest Group it formed in 2013 to address school security issues is now the SIA Partner Alliance for Safer Schools (PASS). The rebranding recognises the need for a coordinated approach to protecting students and staff that encompasses a range of stakeholders. While the SIA group was originally fo...

Genetec™, a manufacturer of unified IP security solutions, recently announced AutoVu Plate Reader Cloud, a new software-based license plate recognition solution for its AutoVu Automatic License Plate Recognition (ALPR) system. This new module will allow customers to enhance standard IP video surveillance cameras with ALPR capabilities instead of requiring a specialised license plate recognition unit. AutoVu Plate Reader Cloud is expected to be available in the United States early summer 20...

AlliedBarton has also been named in Leadership 500 in 2011 and 2012 AlliedBarton Security Services, the industry's premier provider of highly trained security personnel, has been named to the Leadership 500 by Leadership Excellence magazine. The Leadership 500 are considered by Leadership Excellence magazine as the organizations with the best leadership development programs. "Leadership is an essential part of our culture, and our commitment to employee growth and development...

The networked solution integrated components from top vendors of IP and wireless security systems Milestone Systems XProtect® open platform video management software (VMS) was at the core of the collaborative effort between the 2014 New York City Marathon team and many local agencies. The networked solution integrated components from top vendors of IP and wireless security systems equipment, including remote and mobile technology that resolved issues of critical overview f...

Spynel-M surveillance system is a rugged and compact solution for wide area surveillance Following the award-winning international success of their widely recognized line of panoramic IRST cameras, HGH Infrared Systems is proud to announce the launch of their latest Spynel model, the Spynel-M. With dimensions of less than 12x20cm and weight of only 1.8 kg, the Spynel-M is a cost-effective, rugged, and compact solution for wide area surveillance. One single Spynel-M sensor effe...

The presentation will be at 5:00pm at the Security 5K reception area in the concourse adjacent to the Expo hall Mission 500, a charitable organization that engages security professionals to sponsor needy children through the World Vision organization, has announced the winners of its annual Humanitarian and Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) awards.   The CSR and Humanitarian award will be presented on April 16, 2015 at ISC West. The presentation will be at 5:00p...

Agent Vi will be presenting its comprehensive video analytics solutions, including BI Portal at ISC West Agent Video Intelligence (Agent Vi), the leading global provider of open architecture video analytics software, announces the launch of "BI Portal", a cloud-based video analytics service which allows aggregation, analysis and presentation of data acquired from surveillance systems at different locations through a single, web-based interface. BI Portal is a cloud-based serv...

Wall will be responsible for managing day-to-day operations for the branch Protection 1, the largest full-service business and home security company in the U.S., recently announced that it has hired Steve Wall to fill the General Manager position for its Memphis branch. Wall will report to Regional Vice President Chris Massaglia. “Steve comes to us as a proven winner with a solid track record. In his 15 years in the industry, Steve has worked on both the operations and...

ONVIF will feature interoperability demonstrations with conference attendees on Profiles G and S ONVIF, the leading global standardization initiative for IP-based physical security products, announced recently that it will feature a Quick Install Challenge for its newest profile, Profile Q, and also host interoperability demonstrations with conference attendees on Profiles G and S, to highlight its interoperability specifications for the physical security industry at ISC West,...

Milestone Systems, the open platform company in IP video management software (VMS), provided ‘the right stuff’ as the technology for live monitoring with archived recordings when the Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) needed to supervise every moment during the space shuttle Endeavour’s recent weekend-long journey from the Los Angeles International Airport to its final home at the California Science Center. Traveling to its final destination, the space shuttle Endeavour was...

Vicon’s new strategic focus includes building a team-centric ecosystem of Partners and industry experts Vicon is planning to deliver a new range of effective solutions to the market and is setting the pace to deliver these solutions that can be leveraged to improve profitability Vicon Industries, Inc., (“Vicon”), trusted designer and producer of video security systems and high-performance IP cameras, is pleased to announce a new strategic focus for the compa...

1 Time Inc. will provide critical infrastructure necessary to support Security Partners’ growing dealer base on the west coast As Security Partners prepares to open its state-of-the-art Secure Operation Center in Las Vegas, the national company announced recently it has acquired certain assets of 1 Time Inc., a Henderson-based, UL, CSAA-Five Diamond certified central station. Integration Of Two Teams: The acquisition is a strategic fit for Security Partners, as both wh...

Sony’s IP cameras were selected because of their full-HD image quality, ease of installation Background The New York City Marathon is the largest in the world. After the 2012 race was canceled due to Superstorm Sandy, a record number of runners turned out for the return of the marathon in 2013. More than 50,000 people finished the race, the most ever in any marathon. In addition to the runners, more than two million onlookers lined the 26.2-mile route as it wound throug...

DVTEL PTZ Tracker (TRK-101-P) is an enhancement of TRK-101 and includes all the features of TRK-101. It adds video analytics capabilities to PTZ cameras, turning them into powerful, real-time detection devices for perimeter protection applications. PTZ Tracker's firmware version 2.1.2.132 may also be used with TRK-101 and SC1. PTZ Tracker is ideal for current TRK-101 customers who want to add PTZ functionality to their existing systems simply by connecting their analog PTZ camera via RS-485. Fe...

The Vicon access control system is designed for complete integration with its video management system, ViconNet Vicon Industries, Inc. (“Vicon”), trusted designer and producer of video security systems and high-performance IP cameras, announces that ISC West 2015 will mark the official launch of its new, IP-based access control management system, Vicon Access Control. In keeping with the New Vicon directive to drive standards-based interoperation, our Access Contro...

Vicon Industries, Inc., trusted designer and producer of video security systems and high-performance IP cameras, announced recently some exciting changes to their “plug and play” video solution. In keeping with Vicon’s new directive to drive towards standards-based interoperation, Vicon will now offer an easy integration between the affordable, easy-to-install HDExpress NVRs and Express DVRs with ViconNet, Vicon’s premiere VMS integration platform. Using ONVIF Standard F...

Wrapping the tour, 21st Century Distributing will head to Baltimore, MD to exhibit at Electronic Security Expo 21st Century Distributing, the premier consumer electronics distributor serving the Southeast, announced recently the schedule for their first-ever mobile demo, Integration Innovation Roadshow, which will hit six major regional cities before concluding with an exhibition at the Electronic Security Expo (ESX). "Each year we look forward to reconnecting with customers,...