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Johnson will serve as a Class B director The Federal Reserve Bank of Philadelphia has announced the elections of two new members to its board of directors: Jon Evans, president and CEO of Atlantic Community Bankers Bank of Camp Hill, PA, and Carol J. Johnson, president and COO of AlliedBarton Security Services of Conshohocken, PA. Evans's three-year term begins in January 2015. Johnson will fill an unexpired term that ends in 2015 before she begins a three-year term in January...

Hikvision solutions met and exceeded the organization’s diverse set of security needs Hikvision, the global leader of innovative video surveillance products and solutions, partnered with ASG Security - a leading security dealer and installer in the United States, and their customer Texans Can, an open public charter school, to help provide high-quality education for students who have previously struggled in a high school setting. Hikvision solutions met and exceeded the...

Digital Watchdog is pleased to announce the expansion of its IP technology product line. DW now offers the popular MEGApix IP camera technology in a new 2.1MP Pan, Tilt, Zoom (PTZ) camera with 5X optical zoom in both flat dome and flush mount models. These very aggressively priced cameras further round out our already proven IP product line, offering additional examples of our commitment to delivering powerful and reliable security solutions to our customers worldwide. The MPTZ5X camera is a tr...

Hogan applied for membership status with Security-Net in in the Fall of 2014 to replace Shelton Security-Net, Inc., a global provider of security system services, announced recently that it voted to approve the membership of Bill Hogan as the Security-Net member representative for D/A Central in Oak Pak, Mich. Hogan has served as President of D/A Central since 2013. The Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Market Basket Rewards Inc., a comprehensive loyalty marketing and da...

Sensera Systems® — built to deliver world-class products and solutions for integrated remote sensing and imaging in construction, security, industrial automation, agriculture, and law enforcement — has introduced its MC-60 Cloud Camera to the security industry. The MC-60 Cloud Camera is the first camera to incorporate IP connectivity, cellular and Wi-Fi, and high resolution still and video imaging, said Sensera Systems President David Gaw. The MC-60 is the latest in Sensera Syst...

The contract is for FLIR's integrated chemical, biological, radiological, nuclear, and explosives threat response system FLIR Systems, Inc. announced recently that it has received the first full-rate production orders under a five-year indefinite delivery, indefinite quantity contract from the U.S. Department of Defense to support the Nuclear, Biological, and Chemical Dismounted Reconnaissance Sets, Kits, and Outfits (DR SKO) program. The contract is for FLIR's integrated chem...

The awards recognize phenomenal accomplishments of distributors, system integrators and partners across the nation VIVOTEK USA recently announced the winners of its prestigious Distributor and System Integrator Awards for 2014. The awards recognize phenomenal accomplishments of distributors, system integrators and partners across the nation. This year marks the first year VIVOTEK USA presented awards for exceptional sales, product knowledge, encouragement for future research a...

The Board of Directors will continue to review the dividend on an annual basis The Board of Directors of The AES Corporation approved a 100% increase in the Company’s quarterly common stock dividend, to $0.10 per share from $0.05 per share. The Board of Directors will continue to review the dividend on an annual basis. The Company expects the dividend to grow at an approximate 10% annual rate, consistent with Parent Free Cash Flow growth of 10% to 15% per year on average...

Mr. Da Santos has been serving as Acting Chief Operating Officer since December 1, 2014 The AES Corporation announced recently that Bernerd Da Santos has been appointed Senior Vice President and Chief Operating Officer, effective January 1, 2015. Mr. Da Santos has been serving as Acting Chief Operating Officer since December 1, 2014. “Bernerd’s 30 years of experience in the electric utilities industry and in-depth knowledge of AES’ businesses, provides him w...

Jumbi Edulbehram will be responsible for sales, marketing and development activities in the Americas Oncam Grandeye, the security division of Oncam Technologies, announced recently that it has selected Jumbi Edulbehram to succeed Graham Wallis as Regional President, Americas. He will be based in the company’s Lowell, Mass. office, responsible for sales, marketing and development activities in the Americas. Before coming to Oncam Grandeye, he was in charge of business de...

Puri has more than 25 years of leadership experience in startups, corporate and defense environments Oncam Grandeye, the security division of Oncam Technologies, announced recently that Anish Puri will be its Vice President of Engineering Technology. Puri has more than 25 years of leadership experience in start ups, as well as in corporate and defense environments. At the beginning of his career, he built Polaroid’s India Software Center from the ground up, creating th...

The WSC Women of the Year Award recipients will be honored during ISC West 2015 in Las Vegas The Women’s Security Council, a network of successful security professionals focused on promoting the advancement of women in the industry, has opened nominations for its 2015 Women of the Year awards. The annual initiative is aimed at recognizing the top female professionals in the physical security industry in a variety of categories. The WSC Women of the Year Award recipients...

Mr. Atoun will be responsible for driving innovation, research and development, and quality assurance DVTEL, INC., the video surveillance solutions provider, announced recently it has appointed Rony Atoun as Vice President of Research and Development. Mr. Atoun has more than 25 years of extensive experience in high-tech industries in the fields of telecommunications, networking, defense and enterprise IT products and services, as well as computer vision and image processing....

HP OEM program provides BCDVideo with leading technology, platform stability, and flexible services In airports, school systems, retail stores, and other spaces throughout the world, video surveillance has become essential to securing the safety of property and lives. BCDVideo, headquartered in Chicago, Ill., is a privately held global manufacturer of purpose-built IP Recording Servers. Regardless of the scope of the project, four cameras or up to 40,000, BCDVideo provides its...

Penton’s IWCE keynote speakers includes Roger Cressey and Dr. Reginald Brothers Penton’s International Wireless Communications Expo (IWCE) has announced Roger Cressey, a counter-terrorism analyst for NBC News and former presidential advisor, will give the Opening Keynote Address for its 2015 show. Dr. Reginald Brothers, Under Secretary of Homeland Security for Science and Technology at the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS), will give the Morning Keynot...

During ICE6, NICE was able to demonstrate interoperability of its NG9-1-1 solutions NICE Systems recently announced that it participated in the National Emergency Number Association’s (NENA’s) ICE 6 Industry Collaboration Event, a forum that promotes progress towards Next Generation 9-1-1 (NG9-1-1). During ICE6, NICE was able to demonstrate interoperability of its NG9-1-1 solutions for capturing and managing multimedia, including audio, SMS and video, in a NENA i3...

The honor recognizes Bosch’s successful working relationship with Ingram Micro Bosch Security Systems, Inc. recently announced it has earned the 2014 U.S. Smart Partner award for Physical Security from Ingram Micro Inc. The honor recognises Bosch’s stellar performance in 2014, and reflects a successful working relationship with Ingram Micro that is built on trust, engagement and a shared commitment to mutual success. The 2014 Smart Partner awards were presente...

The company will be offering monthly webinar training as well as several sessions of factory training Boon Edam Inc. recently announced a significant expansion of the company’s training programs for its dealers, installers, and end users. In 2015, the company will be offering monthly webinar training, as well as several sessions of factory training at the Boon Edam production facility in Lillington, NC. The free Technical Webinars will be offered monthly, with each Webi...

Axis network cameras maintain safe environments for vacation shoppers and deter theft at the mall With the National Retail Federation predicting the highest growth in vacation sales since 2011 with a 4 percent increase this year, Axis Communications, the global leader in network video surveillance, recently announced that Chicago-area Stratford Square Mall is relying on Axis network cameras to protect public safety and minimize shoplifting during the vacation shopping season....

The partnership enables PSA customers to specify CheckVideo into opportunities which require advanced video analytics functionality PSA Security Network, the world’s largest electronic security cooperative, recently announced a new vendor partnership with CheckVideo, the industry leader in Managed Video Security. “With the continued consolidation of manufacturers within the security industry, PSA was looking to add another vendor that offered a comprehensive range...

The Panomera system was installed by Dallmeier working with its partner Total Recall The first "Concert for Valor" was held in the center of Washington, D.C., USA on Veterans' Day, 11 November 2014. The concert was designed to honor the courage and sacrifice of American military veterans, active duty service members and their families. Several hundred thousand spectators flocked to the National Mall to see live performances by Bruce Springsteen, Metallica, Eminem, Rihanna, Car...

The technology platform leverages HD surveillance cameras and intelligent analytics from ioimage by DVTEL Security Challenges The Chapman Automotive Group owns more than 12 new and used automotive dealerships throughout Arizona and Nevada. A leading auto dealership in these top-tier markets, the company sells a variety of well-known brands including Ford, Chevy, Mercedes-Benz, Porsche and more. With massive inventories at some lots, which are vulnerable after hours, Chap...

Recently D-Link announced it is shipping the mydlink® Network Video Recorder with HDMI Output (DNR-312L). Designed with small business owners in mind, the DNR-312L NVR is simple to set up and operate and allows users to keep a close eye on their businesses locally with a mouse and HD monitor, or remotely with a phone, tablet or PC. Users can customize the ideal security solution by mixing and matching up to nine D-Link® network cameras, and can view, record and play back footage from all...

The conference features nationally recognized speakers and provides workshops on entrepreneurship Tyco Security Products, part of Tyco, the world’s largest pure-play fire protection and security company, announced recently it is a proud sponsor of the Massachusetts Conference for Women, which will host its 10th annual event on December 4 in Boston. The conference features nationally recognized speakers and provides professional women with workshops and seminars on entrep...

Security Partners has purchased a facility in Las Vegas because of its strategic location Security Partners, one of the fastest-growing security monitoring companies in the United States, recently announced it will soon be adding its fourth North American location, in Las Vegas, next spring. Security Partners has purchased a facility in Las Vegas because of its strategic location, and the favorable environment for conducting business on a national basis. The company will cont...

Pelco by Schneider Electric recently announced that its industry-leading Esprit® Series integrated positioning system is now available in full 1080p high-definition (HD) with the new Esprit HD Series. The Esprit HD Positioning System provides users with crystal-clear, live streaming of images through a standard web browser, a Pelco VMS or integration to other video systems via an API or ONVIF S to deliver on the industry’s need for excellent performance and image quality in all setting...

Milestone Systems, the open platform company in IP video management software (VMS), announces extended availability for the Milestone Husky Series of network video recorder (NVR) appliances in Latin America. These NVR appliances are pre-installed with globally leading Milestone XProtect® video management software (VMS). The Milestone Husky Series of NVRs has already been introduced in the U.S., Canada, and Europe. The entire line of models is now available in all of the Americas, and will b...

Eagle Vision is a lightweight deployable, commercial satellite imagery downlink ground system Airbus Defense and Space has been awarded a contract for system evolution and maintenance of the US Air Force’s five Eagle Vision stations until 2019. Systems evolutions are related to foot print reduction (transit cases versus shelter), smaller antenna dishes and integration of new satellites. The sustainment of the system covers 24/7 support, failure corrections with workaroun...

Attendees heard presentations on ONVIF successes from 2014, including the release of two new profiles ONVIF, the leading global standardization initiative for IP-based physical security products, hosted its annual membership meeting late last month. Attendees heard presentations on ONVIF successes from 2014, including the release of two new profiles, as well as an outline of new initiatives for 2015, such as the planned release of Profile Q and a new client test tool. The aud...

mobiDEOS has upgraded its all-in-one UCNE surveillance solution to feature an ONVIF-compatible video encoding platform, ensuring greater interoperability across connected products conforming to the open standards protocol. UCNE, an acronym for Universal Cloud and Network Enabler, first debuted in July 2014 as a cost-efficient solution to transition analog security systems to IP and cloud infrastructures. ONVIF is an open industry forum promoting and developing global standards for interfaces of...