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 Novi Sad has deployed Aimetis Symphony software for better security network managementAimetis Corp., a global leader in intelligent IP video management software announced that the Serbian City of Novi Sad has implemented Aimetis Symphony video management and video analytics software as well as Axis HDTV network cameras to successfully decrease criminal activity and enhance traffic logistics.Aimetis Symphony combines robust features for network video management with high performance video a...

  Van Heijningen will be based in Austin, Texas where the Honeywell's Vindicator security systems are manufactured Honeywell announced that Franco P.L. van Heijningen has joined Honeywell Systems in the role of general manager for its Vindicator Technologies business. Vindicator® offers electronic security systems that protect critical assets and personnel within the government, military, commercial and industrial markets at more than 1,500 highly sensitive sites across t...

One of the most important factors to recognize when looking at the security requirements of any airport is the vital role of integration.  If the potential solutions - be they access control, perimeter protection, intrusion detection, video surveillance or a combination of them all  - are considered in isolation, this will inevitably lead to gaps in the security provision. Command & control A central feature of this integrated approach is how to manage all the different inputs an...

 Infinova's V2060 Series allows automated electronic surveillance to control an entire CCTV systemInfinova announced that the Yiwu International Commercial Centre, the largest distribution centre in the world for small commodities, in Zhejiang Province of China, is using three sets of Infinova's V2060 Series large scale matrix switchers and nearly 400 pairs of Infinova digital fibre-optic modems to transmit video images within the 2 million square metre (21.5 million square feet) facility....

Today, one of the country's most innovative ports in terms of security measures, the Port of Los Angeles was not always ahead of the curve. Prior to 2006, the Port operated with a few analog cameras across their expansive grounds. "We had just a few cameras run independently through an IP address operated by different departments," states Don Farrell, captain of the Los Angeles Port of Police. "There was no master plan or integration of the systems." Prior to a new security system or plan, Port...

 VideoIQ's iCVR-HD High Definition Dome Camera honored as Product of the Year by CE Pro and Electronic HouseVideoIQ, the leader in video surveillance innovation, announced that the iCVR-HD high definition dome camera was selected as 2011 Electronic House Product of the Year in the surveillance camera category. The award was presented by CE Pro and Electronic House during the 2011 International Consumer Electronics show (CES), which took place in Las Vegas on January 6-9th, 2011.The Electron...

  PureActiv wide area video surveillance system has 100 visible light and infrared illuminated CCTV cameras PureTech Systems Inc.,a leading manufacturer of wide-area intelligent video surveillance software, announced the completed installation of its PureActiv wide area video surveillance system at the Port of Charleston's Wando Welch Terminal. The Port of Charleston operates five deep water marine terminals and regularly handles 8400-TEU vessels.  The system installation, perform...

SightLogix was able to help resolve the problem of recurring security breaches at a major water utility plantBackgroundWater utility plants require perimeter intrusion detection both to prevent loss of assets and to prevent operational disruptions due to malevolent acts. This urban-based facility was responsible for securing multiple sites distributed over a large city area. At one particular location, persistent intruders penetrated the premises every few weeks; post-incident video showed the i...

Dedicated Micros will be showcasing its Closed IPTV products at Intersec 2011CCTV specialist Dedicated Micros - part of AD Group - will be using the Intersec 2011 exhibition in Dubai (16 - 18 January 2011) to showcase its Closed IPTV next generation, deterministic, IP video security solution to prospective customers from across the Middle East region and to unveil a wide range of Closed IPTV compatible products.The award-winning, zero configuration, Closed IPTV has been brought to market by Dedi...

Verint® Systems Inc., a leading provider of analytics software-based solutions for workforce-enterprize optimisation and security, announced that the University of Rhode Island has implemented Nextiva® Networked IP Video Management from Verint Video Intelligence Solutions™ to focus on student and facility safety. The institution, which is home to more than 16,000 undergraduate and graduate students, and serves as the state's principal public research university, selected the techno...

Founded in 1901 by local African-American farmers, Grambling State University (GSU) is located in the heart of Lincoln Parish, in northern Louisiana. With a selection of over 800 courses and 68 degree programs, this historical black university boasts an enrollment of 5200 students and 250 faculty members each year. On a daily basis, students, teachers, guests and an array of other staff members roam the beautiful 375-acre campus grounds and numerous buildings. The business challenge  With...

Uwe Karl, BT Head of Airport Solutions at Siemens, addresses some of the security issues faced by airports Q: Can you tell us more about the security solutions Siemens has to offer? The main focus for Siemens is an integrated approach to airport security, one that seeks to recognize all the threats throughout the process rather than looking at them simply in isolation.  This means considering all the angles, from the perimeter protection of the airport through to preventing thefts f...

Avigilon is the performance and value leader in high definition (HD) and megapixel video surveillance systemsWith advanced management features for enhanced image clarity, Avigilon HD surveillance system eases transition from analog to full HD performance.Avigilon, the performance and value leader in high definition (HD) and megapixel video surveillance systems announced that Merced College in Merced, California, has deployed the Avigilon HD Surveillance System as part of its proactive crime prev...

 SCTA  enters a partnership with Export Development CanadaSecure City Technology Alliance™ (SCTA), an association of technology and market leaders in the physical security and telecommunications industries, is pleased to announce that Export Development Canada (EDC) has agreed to engage its international customers and projects to help introduce the SCTA offering and solutions. In addition, SCTA will recommend projects to the EDC for financial support. The partnership enables SCTA...

Genetec had the opportunity to work with West Edmonton Mall on a major access control system upgrade with their Synergis solution. The West Edmonton mall is one of North America's largest shopping and entertainment centres and is Alberta's number one tourist attraction. It is home to over 800 stores and services, 100 eating establishments and nine amusement parks and attractions.With the completion of the initial phase of the upgrade, the security staff at WEM use Synergis to protect over 70 doo...

With healthcare facilities facing budget cuts and reductions in personnel, it is increasingly difficult to maintain high quality care around the clock.  Employing technology to help in the process is now commonplace, with Siemens RFID (Radio Frequency Identification) tracing solutions adopted by many facilities throughout the world. Modern wireless technology allows the determination of the location of any object or person in real time.  In hospitals or other healthcare facilities, th...

Honeywell has announced that SureView Systems has joined the Honeywell Open Technology Alliance, a collaboration that allows Honeywell to work with other manufacturers to share and integrate technology using open architecture and standards. The collaboration offers integration between Honeywell's WIN-PAK™ Pro Central Station access control software and the SureView Immix® software. Immix offers an additional level of security management to t...

 The SightLogix video analytics system was chosen for its greater security while also lowering project costsThe U.S. Department of Energy's National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) has selected SightLogix® outdoor video surveillance systems for deployment at the South Table Mountain campus in Golden, Colorado as well as at the National Wind Technology Centre near Boulder, Colorado. Video intrusion detection systems incorporating SightLogix Thermal SightSensor cameras and SightTracker...

QNAP Security, a world class manufacturer of PC-less Network Video Recorder (NVR) solutions recently announced the release of a mobile network surveillance application, VMobile, for Apple iPad, iPhone, and iPod Touch which allows users to connect to QNAP network surveillance systems (VioStor NVR) to monitor the IP cameras and playback the video recordings via Wi-Fi or 3G network connection."With VMobile, users can connect to an unlimited number of VioStor NVR servers and monitor the IP...

Beamforming is a method of directing the radio beam to optimize the signal reception by the subscriber deviceAlvarion Ltd., the world's leading provider of 4G networks in the Broadband Wireless Access (BWA) market, and Open Range Communications Inc, announced the commercial deployment of Beamforming technology in Open Range's network as one of the first 4 Transmit (4TX) Beamforming network in the world. Open Range is a broadband wireless provider using WiMAX technology to deliver wireless broadb...

 MOBOTIX specialises in high-resolution and network-based video security systemsMobotix AG, system provider of high-resolution and network-based video security systems, announced the preliminary financial results for the first three months of the fiscal year 2010/11 ending on September 30, 2010. The MOBOTIX Group (IFRS consolidated statements) successfully begins its new business year and achieved a sales growth of 42% to €15.1 million (previous year: €10.6 million).Net income for...

Visionhitech was among the security professional bodies exhibiting at ISC SolutionsVisionhitech Americas Inc is exhibiting at ISC Solutions in New York (Booth 1825) from 3-4 November. The event is a restyling of the former ISC East trade show and focuses on education, healthcare and government applications, with exhibitors being encouraged to demonstrate practical applications of their equipment for clients in these sectors. Scott Hamasaki, Managing Director of Visionhitech Americas Inc, said: &...

 G4S has been selected to create a secure working environment in New York's International Gem TowerG4S, a world leader in integrated security solutions, has been retained to design and deploy the security infrastructure for the International Gem Tower (IGT) currently under construction in New York's Diamond District. Looking to re-define how business is done in New York and the global diamond and jewellery marketplace, IGT developer, Extell Development Company, hired G4S to create a secure...

Joe Peery will be responsible for increasing the awareness of Pixim's brandPixim Inc., a leading provider of image sensors and processors for enterprise security cameras, announced it has hired two security industry experts for its channel marketing team. As members of channel marketing, 30-year-security-industry veteran, Craig Robinson, and 32-year-industy veteran, Joe Peery, will be responsible for increasing the awareness of Pixim's brand as well as building channel relationships in their res...

Around 10 p.m. on Tuesday night October 12, a few of the cleaning crew did more than just vacuum and dust on the evening tour of duty: they also swiped computer equipment from exhibitors' booth displays. However, failing to notice that the convention had gathered the best of the security industry meant this was the last time they would be performing that job.At the ASIS 2010 security trade show held week before last in Dallas, Texas, several exhibitors discovered missing electronics on the secon...

SourceSecurity.com was at the tradeshow in Dallas to capture the excitement at many of the exhibitors' booths as they showcased their latest products and innovations. On show were a number of HD and IP surveillance products alongside an array of newly released access control and integrated solutions.  See the album with captions

Lumenera's intelligent camera products use ObjectVideo's OnBoard embedded video analytics softwareLumenera provides 24-hour protectionThe traditional role of the camera in border and perimeter security applications is to provide accurate and rapid assessment of alarms through high quality images, both day and night, and in a variety of lighting and weather conditions.Video content analytics embedded in Lumenera's Li-series cameras improve these conditions by providing specific and timely alerts...

Dedicated Micros' Closed IPTV solution is a key focus for the company at IP ExpoMike Newton, founder of CCTV specialist Dedicated Micros - part of AD Group - takes a closer look at the company's award-winning Closed IPTV solution which is a key focus for Dedicated Micros at IP EXPO, the UK's largest end-to-end IT infrastructure event, being held from 20-21 October at Earls Court 2 in London.In essence Closed IPTV, which I was instrumental in creating, has been brought to mark...

Retailers around the globe are challenged with reducing expenses and increasing revenue by improving the effectiveness of their store operations. As the economy fluctuates, these businesses have become even more conscious of measuring store performance and lowering operational costs. Is the store busier on Monday evenings than it is on Friday afternoons? If there are multiple locations or departments, does one attract more customers than another? Does a store have "hot spots", areas where custo...

Delta Community Credit Union has implemented the Nextiva® NetDVR™ II and MicroDVR™ II solutions from VerintVerint® Systems Inc. announced that Delta Community Credit Union has implemented the Nextiva® NetDVR™ II and MicroDVR™ II solutions from Verint® Video Intelligence Solutions™. The deployments - which deliver robust surveillance and data capture capabilities to Delta Community Credit Union's entire branch of ATM and teller operations - build upon...