Video Surveillance software News

The acquisition allows Avigilon to expand its end-to-end definition surveillance solutions Avigilon Corporation, a leader in high-definition (HD) surveillance solutions, today announced it has signed a definitive agreement to acquire the video analytics company VideoIQ, Inc. for cash consideration of $32 million. The transaction is expected to close in early January 2014. Founded in 2006, VideoIQ has grown to become a leader in real-time intelligent video analytics solutions...

Hardy will be responsible for managing sales and channel marketing operations for D-Link’s security products D-Link recently announced the appointment of Michael Hardy as Vice President of Channel and Enterprise Sales. In his new role, Hardy will be responsible for managing sales and channel marketing operations for D-Link’s networking, storage, IP surveillance, and security products designed to meet the needs of today’s demanding enterprise IT environments....

The SIA presented Boxer with the award in a ceremony on Capitol Hill The Security Industry Association (SIA) recently presented Sen. Barbara Boxer, D-Calif., with its award for Legislator of the Year in 2013 for her tireless dedication to school safety. SIA presented Boxer with the award in a ceremony on Capitol Hill on Dec. 18. Specifically, SIA recognized Boxer as its 2013 Legislator of the Year for her efforts to enact the School Safety Enhancements Act of 2013 (S. 146), w...

AMAG Technology’s Senior Systems Design Architect Adam Shane was selected as one of three top contributors AMAG Technology’s Senior Systems Design Architect, Adam Shane, was selected as one of three Top Contributors for the Smart Card Alliance Access Control Council for 2013. His leadership, time and input have contributed to the success of the council, and he was recognised at the Smart Card Alliance gala award dinner in Coral Gables, Florida on December 9, 2013....

The new IP-based systems use the Ocularis software system with more than 4,600 Panasonic network cameras In today’s economy, it can be difficult for correctional facilities to obtain the funding needed to upgrade their security technologies. However, a series of high visibility incidents in Texas in 2008 cast a bright light on the benefits of video surveillance and the critical need to maintain high-performing systems. Now the Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ)...

More than 900 fixed and PTZ video surveillance cameras are installed throughout the GHS locations Upgrading the video surveillance and physical security system of a multi-building, multi-campus medical facility to state of the art status takes more than simply adding or changing equipment. It takes ingenuity and perseverance from the client, combined with experienced technology partners who can provide quality products and services that enable the client’s vision to beco...

Bryan has been with VTI since 1996, first serving as the President of Loss Control Solutions VideoTronix, Incorporated dba VTI Security announces that Bryan Viau has been promoted to Chief Operating Officer, effective September 1, 2013. Bryan has been with VTI since 1996, first serving as the President of Loss Control Solutions, a subsidiary software company, until its sale in 2003. Since becoming Executive Vice President of VTI, he has been the driving force behind building...

The USPTO granted MOBOTIX Corp.’s requests for review of four patents owned by e-Watch Inc MOBOTIX Corp. succeeded again in a patent dispute with San Antonio, Texas-based e-Watch Inc. The U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) granted MOBOTIX Corp.’s requests for review of four patents owned by e-Watch Inc. According to the USPTO, information presented by MOBOTIX Corp. established that there is a reasonable likelihood that MOBOTIX Corp. would prevail in showing u...

Rathcliffe selected IQeye Alliance-pro 5MP cameras, and for this installation they deployed exacqVision Edge server software IQinVision, market leader in high-performance HD megapixel IP cameras, recently announced that Rathcliffe Properties, based in Toronto, Ontario, has deployed IQeye HD megapixel cameras, along with exacqVision Edge server software to provide high-quality video surveillance for a strip shopping center it owns and operates. Michael Tylman, of Rathcliffe Pr...

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...

Milestone appointed Thomas Lausten as its Vice President of Sales for EMEA Milestone Systems, the open platform company in IP video management software (VMS), is strengthening its organization with a new Vice President of Sales for EMEA, a Public Relations Manager for EMEA, a corporate Director of Large Accounts and National Sales Managers in the Americas. Thomas Lausten started this month as VP Sales, EMEA, and is also a new member of the Extended Leadership Team (ELT) in Mi...

With the goal of driving down gun violence in the Roosevelt-Uniondale area of New York, the Nassau County Police Department wanted to leverage its existing MilestoneXProtect video surveillance solution and its open platform technology for the next step in safety. To help deter gun crime and assist in quickly solving firearm-related cases, the department focused on enhancing the capabilities of its street cameras. The answer was to integrate its existing gunshot detection system with real-time vi...

Erik joins from a background of mult-media services Sentry360 is pleased to announce the addition of a new Support and Development Engineer, Erik Pilsits. Erik joins from a background of multi-media services technology and has years of experience in IT business operations at Motorola. Sentry360 is thrilled to have him join its technical support and development team.

Avigilon promoted Bryan Schmode to Executive Vice President and Pedro Simoes to Senior Vice President Avigilon Corporation, a leader in high-definition (HD) surveillance solutions, recently announced the promotion of two of its top performers: Bryan Schmode to executive vice president of global sales and marketing, and Pedro Simoes to senior vice president of global sales. Mr. Schmode has been promoted to executive vice president of global sales and marketing, adding oversigh...

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...

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...

Streakwave will distribute Veracity’s transmission and storage products throughout North America Veracity USA, Inc., the surveillance industry leader in IP transmission products and creator of COLDSTORE, the world’s only truly sequential filing storage system, has joined forces with Streakwave Wireless, a global value-added distributor of wireless broadband equipment headquartered in San Jose, CA, with the signing of a full distribution agreement. Streakwave will d...

IMM will represent the exacqVision product line in their region, providing pre and post-sale assistance and support Exacq, a leading manufacturer of video management system (VMS) software and servers used for video surveillance, has announced Intermountain Marketing Inc. (IMM) as its new manufacturer’s representative company serving Utah, Wyoming and Colorado. IMM designs and sells video security systems, access control and closed circuit television (CCTV) products. Sin...

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...

Christie Phoenix will also feature its Phoenix network distribution system for processing and content management Christie has established a commanding presence in the development of next-generation control room solutions that deliver the ultimate in high performance wall displays, content management and data security. Among its latest solutions at the AFCEA TechNet Asia-Pacific Conference and Expo in Honolulu, Hawaii, December 3 – 5, Christie will showcase its Christie E...

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...

The forum agenda emphasized how planning and technology can address key areas of school security Axis Communications, the market leader in network video surveillance, hosted its first School Security Solutions Symposium to discuss planning and technology trends in school security at the Axis Experience Center in Chelmsford, Mass. on Nov. 8. Nearly 30 local school practitioners, law enforcement professionals, industry consultants and leading technology vendors participated in...

Brown County, Wisconsin, has upgraded disparate DVR systems that were time consuming and unreliable to an improved system designed to keep workers and publicly owned property safe with streamlined efficiency. They installed a fiber communications network with an IP-based surveillance system. Network cameras from Axis Communications are interconnected through Milestone XProtect® Corporate video management software (VMS). Brown County now efficiently monitors public buildings including the mus...

ExacqVision's hybrid server allows Gallery Place to easily transition to new IP technology and still use current equipment Gallery Place is the ultimate urban retail destination. Located in the heart of Washington, D.C.’s Chinatown neighborhood, it is within walking distance to many landmarks including the Washington Convention Center and the Verizon Center. Gallery Place offers shopping, dining and entertainment for Washington, D.C. residents and visitors. Being locate...

Princess Cruises features a video display wall composed of 105 Christie MicroTiles in its Emergency Response Center Princess Cruises, one of the premiere cruise lines in the world, is now supported with Christie visual display technologies in the company’s new cutting-edge Emergency Response Center in its Santa Clarita headquarters. The center features a huge video display wall composed of 105 Christie MicroTiles, measuring 7 feet high by 20 feet wide, and powered by the...

Axis thermal network cameras protect the perimeter and can detect potential intruders at night Axis Communications, the market leader in network video, announced a model project for National Critical Infrastructure Security and Resilience Month by highlighting the City Utilities (CU) of Springfield Missouri’s use of thermal and pan/tilt/zoom (PTZ) Axis IP cameras to protect unmanned power substations from copper wire theft and improve staff safety to ensure continuous fl...

Reflex Systems will be offering Genetec’s technology as part of the systems it designs, installs and supports Reflex Systems, one of the UK’s leading integrated security system specialists, has been appointed as a Systems Integrator (SI) partner by Genetec Inc, one of the world leaders in unified IP video surveillance management (VMS) and security solutions. The company carried out a review of the technologies available across the market and identified that Genete...

Verint’s Nextiva VMS offers policy-based video distribution, networked video viewing and investigation management Minneapolis/St. Paul Regional Transportation Authority Standardises on Verint Video Management Software for Central Corridor Light Rail Transit Project, Creating Unified Approach to Security Metro Transit Police Department, part of Metro Transit in Minneapolis/St. Paul, is extending its investment in Verint technology, standardising key parts of its transpor...

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...

Optex IP detectors integrate directly into AXIS PTZ cameras combining video verification and Optex technologies Optex Co., Ltd, a leading manufacturer of security infrared and laser technology, announced recently the integration of their IP sensors and detector products with Axis network cameras and AXIS Camera Application Platform (ACAP). This integration will provide additional intelligence to end user cameras for powerful IP perimeter intrusion solutions. Optex IP detector...