Surveillance cameras News

IDIS is working with systems integrators across Europe to identify and secure video projects in post-COVID growth sectors, including hyperscale and co-location data centers, residential construction, logistics and healthcare. Integrators affected by project delays or cancellations in their established markets are looking to diversify their customer portfolios says the company. In the latest analysis released online it highlights sectors that will offer significant prospects for new video instal...

Axis Communications, the provider in network video, has helped develop an innovative and clean energy solution which illustrates the potential of sustainable surveillance technologies in remote locations. In response to a request to produce a system to document part of a major program of improvements to Scotland’s A9 carriageway, Axis and its partner Camera Control UK, developed a solution which is capable of capturing high-quality 4K time-lapse imagery using entirely renewable source...

High-performance equipment manufacturer, Avon Protection, announces Venari Group as its new distributor of thermal imaging cameras (TICs) for the UK fire market. The agreement will see Venari commence distributorship of Avon’s ‘argus’ range of TICs with immediate effect. The British-manufactured argus technology has been a pioneer within the British fire and rescue industry for three decades, having continually invested in R&D and product innovation. Its evolved ‘Mi-...

Sonitrol of SW Ohio has acquired Sonitrol of Butler County and their non-Sonitrol company Southwestern Ohio Security. The acquisition officially closed effective July 6th, 2020. The firm, that operates an independent franchise of Sonitrol, has served the Greater Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky areas since 1971. Business expansion The expansion is reflective of both their ongoing commitment to local and surrounding communities as well as a market need in both the residential and commercial sec...

Airports are transportation hubs often located within close proximity to hotels, eateries, retail stores and sports venues. For this reason, large airports can have thousands of people approach their perimeter each day. With such a high throughput of people, security technology that detects and deters external threats is essential. When it comes to intrusion detection systems, there are several technology options, including buried pressure sensor cables, fiber optic sensors and behavioral...

ARST is a public transportation company in Cagliari, Italy. The company operates a massive fleet of about 800 public buses throughout the island of Sardinia. During the vehicle modernization process, the company decided to deploy new centralized CCTV systems to enhance the security level of passengers and drivers. First of all, the low-definition images captured by the original surveillance equipment cannot meet the company’s advanced monitoring needs. Second, the bus driver could not ach...

The M73, MOBOTIX’s new high-performance camera based on Artificial Intelligence (AI), is the latest in MOBOTIX’s lineup to have received the SySS IT security certificate. After completing multiple tests, SySS GmbH now attests that the entire MOBOTIX IoT camera series has a particularly high level of cyber security. In addition to the M73, the M16, representing the entire Mx6 series, also has earned the SySS certificate. This is a continuation of the MOBOTIX Cactus Concept which stand...

When it comes to airport security, there is a critical need for technologies that detect exterior threats and protect the perimeter. By using an advanced FLIR perimeter intrusion detection system, airports receive unmatched threat recognition, target tracking, perimeter defense and response capabilities. The result is greater efficiency, exceptional safety and enhanced customer experience for passengers, employees, aircraft and facilities. Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC) i...

Future residents at Kebbell Homes’ new prestigious development, Wintersbrooke will be able to receive and answer door entry requests via cellphone or Amazon Alexa voice control, thanks to Comelit’s WIFI connected monitors. Set in Ascot, Berkshire, Wintersbrooke is a grand, new gated community featuring just six spacious and exclusive 2-3 bedroom apartments within mature, secluded communal gardens. Kebbell Homes has used Comelit’s specification team on previous developments and...

Midlands-based firm, Ecl-ips, is using its expertise in providing monitoring, CCTV and access control, to offer organizations a range of back to work solutions to keep customers, visitors and staff safe as the company continue to mitigate the risks from COVID-19. Occupancy Management Solutions With more businesses opening up Ecl-ips can help occupancy counting to ensure social distancing is maintained. Ecl-ips can offer Avigilon’s occupancy counting feature, as part of its video manageme...

FLIR PT Series cameras were used in a surveillance project to detect and monitor illegal fishing and poaching activities along the Spanish Galician coast. The FLIR thermal imaging cameras combined with maritime video analytics from Gradiant were ideal for spotting illegal vessels on a 24/7 basis and at a long range. The vastness of the Galician coastline and the multitude of fishing and farming activities call for a more automated surveillance approach. Fishing, shellfish harvesting, and marine...

Axis Communications has launched AXIS S3008 Recorder, an easy-to-install ultra-high-definition recording solution compatible with AXIS Companion video management software. Featuring an integrated PoE switch for up to 8 cameras, this high-performance recorder includes a surveillance-grade hard drive and gigabit uplink for video recordings in ultra-high definition. Extensively tested with a wide range of Axis products, Axis 3008 makes it easy to add additional recorders and other Axis devices. F...

For any retail or hospitality business – from single outlets to national chains – having a surveillance system that is easy to install and easy to use, means they can focus on their core activities. With an end-to-end solution from the market leader in video surveillance, you can feel safe knowing that you are always well protected. The new Axis S3008 Recorder is a highly compact recorder that can connect and power up to eight cameras and can be up and running with just a few clicks...

Genetec Inc., a renowned technology provider of unified security, public safety, operations, and business intelligence solutions, announced the latest deep integration to result from its enduring partnership with Bosch Security Systems (“Bosch”). Users of the widely deployed Bosch MAP 5000 intrusion alarm panels can now directly connect to Genetec Security Center through the Intrusion Manager, combining intrusion, video and access control into one intuitive interface. Facility and s...

The French authorities have renewed the maintenance contract of the French Coastal Surveillance System, SPATIONAV, building on an over 20 yearlong successful collaboration between the French Navy and Airbus for safer oceans. Since 2002, Airbus develops, deploys and maintains the SPATIONAV system, under the supervision of the DGA (French General Armament Directorate) for the program direction and the SSF (Service de Soutien de la Flotte) for the sustainment, to support the French authorities gath...

The latest version of CompleteView 20/20 includes extensive camera support, improved scalability, and updates to analytics integrations. Camera support With CompleteView 20/20 v5.1.1, support for over 300 additional new cameras has been added. Scalability Enhancements to better manage and securely access higher channel count, distribute camera systems across one's enterprise with CompleteView 20/20. Search and Sort: Easily search and sort cameras, servers, views, maps, and users in Comple...

Hiperwall, Inc., a pioneer in commercialized video wall technology, unveils HidraLink™, a new video wall software solution that gives reopening businesses a first line of defense against the spread of coronavirus via widespread, transparent temperature monitoring of staff and customers. Targeting small businesses, this affordable solution offers peace of mind through less intrusive temperature screening and can be used to publicly display a thermal imaging camera feed on wall mounted disp...

Renowned temperature monitoring expert, AMETEK Land, has launched a new human body temperature screening system to help prevent the spread of infectious diseases like COVID-19. Developed over 10 years by AMETEK Land experts, the VIRALERT 3 provides real-time infrared thermal imaging from a safe social distance, scanning for elevated temperatures that could indicate infection. The VIRALERT 3 is the first of its kind, providing a camera and a temperature-controlled reference source on a single mo...

Artificial Intelligence Technology Solutions, Inc., announces that its wholly owned subsidiary Robotic Assistance Devices (RAD) enhances its autonomous security and property management devices with a new advanced mask detection feature. This feature supports building owners and property managers with an autonomous tool to identify face mask usage, create automatic alerts, and generate ongoing face compliance scores. This enhancement is integrated into RAD’s Health Screening system and can...

Axis Communications has launched a new positioning camera certified (NEC, CEC, IECEx, ATEX, and EAC Ex) to ensure safe operation in vast, potentially combustible environments. XP40-Q1785 Explosion-Protected PTZ Camera offers the most comprehensive field-of-view possible, thanks to 32x optical zoom, 360° continuous pan rotation, and 180° tilt movement. Enclosed in a stainless-steel housing with IP66/IP67 ratings, this robust camera can withstand extreme temperatures ranging from -60°...

Videotec, a company with more than thirty years of experience in stainless steel product development for video surveillance in marine offshore/onshore and corrosive industrial environments, announces NXPTZ SERIES2, the new generation of PTZ Full HD video cameras with innovative and high-performance features for outdoor preventive security applications in the most difficult environmental conditions. PTZ product range The PTZ range has been completely revamped and expanded to include visible Day...

The new family of social distancing tools supports the smooth return to a safe shopping environment by providing automated occupancy control, ensuring the number of customers in a physical space never exceeds a maximum limit. With Gunnebo’s OccuLinq software, retail managers enjoy real-time data on customer numbers at their fingertips. When a maximum occupancy level is reached, gates lock temporarily until another customer has left the store, after which a new customer is free to enter. A...

Toyota Argentina has been operating in the country for 26 years. It represents 40% of the exports of automotive companies in 2019 and currently has an annual production capacity of 141,000 units, exporting 75% of its production to 22 Latin American countries and to the Caribbean. Toyota’s Zárate plant in Argentina, which was closed due to COVID-19, is ready to reopen with new regulations to ensure the security of its employees. Given the need to apply a health protocol against the...

The COVID-19 outbreak has had and continues to have, major impact on people and society. Even though the situation remains uncertain, Axis manufacturing sites are operating as normal and deliveries are stable, which means limited to no impact on Axis customers. “Axis primary focus is the safety of our employees. As we have become accustomed to this situation, I am proud to see our organization finding ways of collaborating where we address a whole range of new challenges. Despite the unce...

Axis Communications has launched ExCam XPT Q6075, a high-performance PTZ camera for use in potentially combustible environments. Featuring the new generation chip, it offers improved imaging, enhanced security features, extended capabilities for analytics, and significantly more efficient video compression. Features and functions Thanks to Lightfinder 2.0, it offers superior light-sensitivity to capture images with more realistic and saturated colors and sharper images of moving objects. It in...

The 2020 Tech Trailblazers Awards opened for entries, beginning a process which by November will result in the recognition of outstanding early-stage companies from around the world, across 12 major enterprise technology categories and three special categories. Only for smaller businesses and startups less than six years old and at C-series funding or below, the Awards celebrate innovation in: AI Big data Blockchain Cloud Containers Developer tools Fintech IoT Mobile technology Netwo...

Did one know that budgies are the only birds that can catch the urge to yawn from watching other budgies do it? Or that wrens and robins are known to nest in strange places, including hanging baskets or even a pocket in washing that’s left outside to dry? Birds are fascinating but often hard to observe. Which is where surveillance cameras can help. While these cameras are usually connected with the protection of people and premises – they can also be of use in less typical fields. O...

Hikvision, the supplier of innovative video surveillance products and solutions, signed a deal with the protective intelligence company, Scylla Technologies Inc., to explore opportunities for AI technology collaborations. Scylla is an AI technology provider in the security and surveillance industry who specializes in preventive threat detection (PTD), vehicle identification and tracking (VIT), and Smart Suspect Identification Systems (SSIS). Image and facial recognition The partnership betwee...

Carrier Corporation is pleased to announce the launch of the TruVision Multi-imager panoramic camera that can be deployed for a wide range of security and surveillance applications. TruVision Multi-imager camera The TruVision Multi-imager camera is an ideal security solution for surveillance applications that would normally require multiple cameras installed at different positions, such as parking lots, large lobbies, or other open spaces. This multi-imager camera consists of four individual...

Alarm systems have been available for decades, but many solutions offer little functionality beyond a sensor triggering an alert in the event of a break in. To take alarms to the next level, Hikvision is bringing a number of new and innovative technologies to market, allowing customers to meet their home and business security requirements more fully and to help expand the alarm business. No one can stay alert for a potential home or business security breach every hour of every day. That’s...