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Optelecom-NKF, Inc. won a major traffic management technology contract for El Fresno Tunnel in SpainOptelecom-NKF, Inc. (NASDAQ: OPTC), a leading global supplier of advanced video surveillance solutions, recently announced it has won a major traffic management technology contract in Spain. Optelecom-NKF will work with Indra Sistemas, S.A. (Indra), Spain's leading information technology company, to design and deploy a combined traffic monitoring and automatic incident detection (AID) system...

ASIS was the most comprehensive education and networking event in the security industryMore than 19,300 security professionals from industry, government and law enforcement, along with product manufacturers and service providers from around the world, turned out for the ASIS International 55th Annual Seminar and Exhibits, held in Anaheim, Calif., Sept. 21-24. Hosted by ASIS, the leading organization for security management professionals worldwide, this annual forum is the most comprehensive educ...

 Security solutions specialist TAC has completed transformation and brand migration to Schneider ElectricSchneider Electric, a global specialist in energy management and security solutions, recently announced it has completed the strategic transformation and brand migration of TAC to Schneider Electric.Schneider Electric is now uniquely poised to directly offer customers a full range of solutions across its core competencies of power, data centres, industrial automation, building manag...

Pelco IP Road Shows visited 27 major citiesPelco has announced that its IP Road Shows have been a great success, visiting 27 major cities across the U.S. and Canada in just four months. More than 2,000 participants benefited from this free Pelco IP Road Show series."We are very pleased with the tremendous response and large number of attendees at each event. Participants had many great things to say and enjoyed their own chance to plug into the power of Pelco IP," says Paul Novak, Vice...

 Intelligent CCTV technology is fast becoming an indispensable resource when it comes to managers seeking to secure the health and safety of their workers on busy large-scale sites and also to deter unwanted intruders - in and out of hours - who, if left unchallenged, may find themselves in potentially hazardous and even life threatening situations.The widespread application of surveillance technology, from network capable solutions to remotely monitored, detector-activated systems, is undo...

Pelco has agreed to accept the resignation of four of its manufacturer's representative firmsPelco management announced recently that the company has agreed to accept the resignation of four of its manufacturer's representative firms, effective October 1, 2009. With this mutually agreed upon action Pelco will continue to build its reputation for providing industry-leading customer service by streamlining its management structure, increasing its front-line selling resources and building more tigh...

Virginia International Terminals, Inc. uses Axis network cameras for remote container inspectionMissionWith economic indicators predicting a tripling of rail cargo container volume to its marine terminals in the coming decades, Virginia Port Authority needed a creative solution for managing the expected growth in commerce. Virginia International Terminals, Inc. (VIT), the organization chartered to operate all the marine terminals owned by the Authority, sought a cost-efficient system that could...

  Pelco's Endura IP video surveillance system will support Panasonic's i-Pro network camerasPanasonic and Pelco announced that Pelco's latest version of the Endura IP video surveillance system (v2.1) will support select Panasonic i-Pro Series network cameras. Pelco was demonstrating Panasonic i-Pro network cameras operating on the Endura v2.1 platform  at ASIS 2009.According to Mike Maddox, Panasonic Solution Developer Network (PSDN) Program Manager: "Pelco is an important me...

  Collaboration between Panasonic and Berk-Tek will further enable end-to-end solutionsPanasonic, the provider of industry-leading i-Pro network video products and edge devices, announces an agreement to cooperate with a leading company in the Internet Protocol (IP) infrastructure market to bridge the convergence gap and expedite development of enhanced end-to-end system solutions. Joining Panasonic in a technical, marketing, training and testing alliance is industry veteran Berk-Tek,...

  Ken Livingstone's new role will include focusing on the provision of security for the broadcasting industry Award-winning Octavian Security has announced the appointment of Ken Livingstone to the role of operations manager. In his new role, Ken will oversee the day-to-day operations of sections of the business, reporting directly to operations director, Jot Engelbrecht.He will also focus on the provision of security for the broadcasting industry, with clients including the BBC,...

Denver International Airport (DIA) in Colorado has selected Genetec's Omnicast to secure their facilityGenetec announced recently that Denver International Airport (DIA) in Colorado has selected Omnicast, Genetec's advanced IP video surveillance solution, to secure their 53 square-mile (137 square-kilometre) facility. Ranked the 10th busiest airport in the world in 2008 for passenger traffic by Airport Council International, DIA was looking to upgrade their outdated analog system to a newer...

ISC East organisers will present a special panel discussion on the "State of the Industry" during the eventWith businesses in the security industry looking for ways to deal with the economic downturn, ISC East organisers have announced that they will present a special panel discussion on the "State of the Industry" during the event.Key industry leaders representing manufacturers, dealers, integrators and end-users will analyse industry trends during the discussion on Thursday...

Pelco and Cisco announced a strategic technology agreement to develop co-branded video security cameras Pelco by Schneider Electric, and Cisco recently announced a strategic technology agreement to pursue the joint development of new high-definition (HD) Internet Protocol (IP) video security cameras built upon Pelco's award-winning Sarix™ technology platform. The new co-branded video security cameras will bring together Pelco's leadership in imaging with Cisco's IP networking expertis...

SC Black dealer programme from Supercircuits promisesto offer security dealers the best value in the industryWith the recent introductions of several new regional Manufacturer Representative Groups and additions to the programme's dedicated sales, support and product management teams, the SC Black dealer programme from Supercircuits is building on its promise to offer security dealers the best value in the industry. Programme elements include a dealer-only website, an exclusive line of premium b...

Arecont Vision announced the OnSSI as one of the newest members of their Technology Partner Program Arecont Vision, the industry leader in IP-based megapixel camera technology, recently announced the introduction of On-Net Surveillance Systems, Inc. (OnSSI) as one of the newest members of their Technology Partner Program. The announcement, made at ASIS 2009, will allow for the integration of Arecont Vision's H.264 megapixel cameras into OnSSI's Ocularis IP Video Management pla...

Arecont Vision and NICE Systems integrate megapixel imaging devices into IP video management platforms Arecont Vision, the industry leader in IP-based megapixel camera technology, continues to expand enrolment in its Technology Partner Program. Announced recently at ASIS, Arecont Vision and NICE Systems are working together to ensure seamless integration of megapixel imaging devices into their IP video management platforms. "Using Arecont Vision H.264 cameras, we have be...

Arecont Vision's line of IP cameras to feature compliance with PSIA 1.0 API media device specificationArecont Vision, the industry leader in IP-based megapixel camera technology, recently announced the compliance of their popular MegaDome™ and MegaVideo® H.264 line of products with The Physical Security Interoperability Alliance's (PSIA) 1.0 API Media Device Specification. The PSIA, a global consortium of physical security providers focused on promoting interoperability of IP-enabled d...

CBSA has deployed an IndigoVision HD IP Video surveillance solution to monitor US-Canadian border crossingsCanada Border Services Agency (CBSA) has deployed what is believed to be the largest ever High-Definition (HD) IP Video surveillance system to monitor its customs operation on the US-Canadian border and at Vancouver Airport.CBSA chose IndigoVision's complete IP Video system to upgrade 30 of its land border crossings, transitioning its surveillance from analog/DVR technology to a fully distr...

Panasonic is demonstrating an impressive array of new technologies and systems products at ASIS 2009Panasonic is demonstrating an impressive array of new technologies and systems products at ASIS 2009. In addition to enhancing its industry leading line of i-Pro Series Network Solutions, Panasonic continues to introduce select analog products incorporating the latest technologies in support of legacy system users. Panasonic is also showcasing its innovative retail management solution that provide...

PSDN continues to encourage and strengthen the development of open systems interoperabilityPanasonic Solution Developer Network (PSDN) continues to encourage and strengthen the development of open systems interoperability with leading suppliers around the world. PSDN, which now includes over 120 global members, is growing rapidly in the United States, and also in Europe and Asia, as Panasonic expands the available resources to support members and activities worldwide."By opening o...

The partnership demonstrates Avigilon's commitment to security at sports venues around the world Avigilon recently announced that it has been named a founding partner of the National Center for Spectator Sports Safety and Security (NCS4) at the University of Southern Mississippi, a leading-edge academic organization dedicated to studying techniques to mitigate the security risks inherent with large spectator sport venues. As a founding partner, Avigilon has made a three-year commitment to suppor...

Panasonic introduces new network systems products to it's renowned line of i-Pro Series productsPanasonic continues to expand its offering of advanced IP video surveillance solutions with new introductions to the company's renowned line of i-Pro Series network systems products. On display here at ASIS 2009 are new megapixel cameras with Panasonic's exclusive MEGA Super Dynamic camera technology and H.264 compression, as well as a new Video Management Server that accommodates both IP and legacy s...

Panasonic's Virtual Site Manager (VSM) provides complete control of integrated video/POS systemsPanasonic integrates its superior video imaging and industry-proven Point-of-Sale (POS) system solutions to create a powerful, multi-faceted business tool. Virtual Site Manager (VSM), being demonstrated at ASIS 2009, provides complete control of integrated video/POS systems with advanced remote management capabilities.VSM's integrated software platform combines Panasonic's Stingray POS workstations wi...

SIA has scheduled two trade delegations for early 2010 in the United Arab Emirates and RussiaThe Security Industry Association (SIA), as part of an ambitious programme to open up new markets for U.S. security companies around the world, has scheduled two trade delegations for early 2010 in the United Arab Emirates and Russia.SIA will kick off its 2010 international marketing programme with a trip to Intersec Dubai in the U.A.E. Jan. 17-19. A SIA delegation will then visit Moscow during...

Brickcom has joined with PSIA and ONVIF to promote long-term development of IP CCTV surveillanceBrickcom Cooperation devotes itself to long-term development of IP CCTV. In promoting standardization of IP CCTV, Brickcom has joined both ONVIF and PSIA, two major associations. You, as our valued customer, can expect advanced compatibility of Brickcom to other video management software in the near future. This can translate into more business as Brickcom IP cameras support more projects using ONVIF...

  Arecont Vision launches Channel Partner Certification Program Arecont Vision, the industry leader in IP-based megapixel camera technology, is also taking the lead in educating the video surveillance market on the benefits of megapixel cameras through its Channel Partner Certification Program. Over 400 integrators, value added resellers, distributors, architects and engineers have participated in the program since its inception in June 2009. With a goal of reaching 1,000...

  Optelecom-NKF will present new award-winning surveillance releases at Salon APS in Paris 22-24 SeptemberOptelecom-NKF, Inc., well known for its reliable, high-quality fibre products and Siqura line of advanced IP surveillance systems, will present its latest releases at Salon APS in Paris, France from 22-24 September.   Visitors to Salon APS will witness the awaited release of the newest Siqura product: the Siqura TrafficServer™. This intelligent traffic monitoring so...

  HID Global launches promotion encouraging customers to submit ideas for new products, features and servicesHID's commitment to its "Customer First" initiative reaches new high with promotion to drive customer participation in next wave of global "I Want" advertising campaign.HID Global, the trusted source for solutions for the delivery of secure identity, today announced the upcoming launch of its "Customers Come 1st" promotion during ASIS International...

GVI Security Solutions announced Brian Leland as Vice President, Solution SalesGVI Security Solutions recently announced a key addition to its executive management team. As Vice President, Solution Sales, Brian Leland will be responsible for creating incremental demand for Samsung Electronics and GVI video solutions. Leland has over a decade of sales leadership experience in security system integration with companies such as GE Security and Siemens Building Technologies."Brian has had exten...

IQinVision, Pivot3, and Veracity offer technology pathways from analog to IP IQinVision, Pivot 3, and Veracity USA recently announced the creation of the designIP series of symposiums. The initial designIP event will be held in Chicago at the Blackstone Renaissance Hotel on 1 October, 2009. The second designIP will be held on October 8th, 2009 at the Midtown Executive Club in New York. The designIP series events will feature presentations from all three companies covering the migration from...