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  The Channel Partner Certification Programme is aimed at resellers of megapixel camera technology Arecont Vision, the industry leader in IP-based megapixel camera technology, has launched its Channel Partner Certification Programme with the goal of instructing and certifying system integrators, distributors, architects, and engineers in the development of megapixel video surveillance solutions. Reflecting Arecont Vision's worldwide leadership in megapixel technology, the...

 Today's organizations are rethinking the way they approach IT investmentsBackground If trying to pinpoint the specific location of an individual in an airport is difficult, imagine trying to find the location of a deadly instrument, such as a bomb. Now imagine trying to detect someone releasing harmful substances into the air that cannot be seen with the naked eye. These are some of the many challenges confronting airport security personnel from all across the world. Hi...

  Alaska Airlines uses video surveillance to reduce losses and improve operating performance Operating video surveillance systems in isolated locations like Barrow, Alaska, the northernmost com­munity in the United States, requires more than the usual confidence in hardware reliability. Given the sheer distance from supply centres, the howling winds, blowing snow and temperatures exceeding minus 30 degrees Fahrenheit, equipment problems can be very expensive.Alaska Airlines traces...

 Fluidmesh Endo 2200 unit fits perfectly into the Dotworkz D2 and D3 camera enclosuresFluidmesh Networks, a major manufacturer of wireless systems for security applications based on mesh networking technology, is partnering with Dotworkz Systems to offer customers a total encasement solution.The newly released Fluidmesh Endo 2200 unit fits perfectly into the Dotworkz D2 and D3 camera enclosures. The Fluidmesh 2200 Endo is designed for indoor or embedded applications where the user already h...

  GVI acquired a suite of Video Management Systems (VMS) software and related technology from PacketNVR GVI Security Solutions, Inc., (OTC Bulletin Board: GVSS), a leading provider of video security surveillance solutions featuring the complete Samsung Electronics line of products, has acquired a suite of Video Management Systems (VMS) software and related technology from software provider PacketNVR, LLP. The acquisition was effected through GVI's wholly-owned subsidiary,...

 IP-based Pan-Tilt-Zoom cameras help raise arrest rate and record criminal evidenceThe city of Burbank, Ill., which neighbours Chicago and has a population of more than 28,000, has installed a new video surveillance system using 22 Sony SNC-RX Series IP network security cameras to aid the police department in preventing and solving crimes. Since completion of the upgrade in November 2008, images captured by the cameras have helped police make more than 13 arrests and recorded evidence for u...

 Stan Schreyer, VP of North American SalesFluidmesh Networks, a major manufacturer of wireless systems for security applications based on mesh networking technology, is pleased to announce the appointment of Stan Schreyer to VP of North American Sales. Schreyer, a pioneer in the field of computer product sales, brings over 25 years of experience in building and managing sales teams. Prior to joining Fluidmesh, Schreyer held positions of Vice President of Sales at Exinda Networks and Firetid...

  Veracity announces the launch of the new Veracity BlogVeracity announces the launch of the new Veracity Blog. The Blog (Version 1.0) is designed to be a place where the market can go for general information, success stories, to have questions answered by colleagues, to query for support...anything and everything! Veracity stands behind their products as well and so please, feel free to point out things their people need to know or improvements they might make.Each camera partner will...

   Millwall FC's stadium ground has thirty-eight dome cameras Thirty-eight dome cameras are deployed at carefully selected locations both inside and outside Millwall FC's ground, known as "The Den", to monitor crowd activity and to ensure everyone visiting the club on match days can do so in a safe environment. The images from the dome cameras, which were installed five years ago at the South East London stadium, were until recently recorded on S-VHS analog video rec...

 Vigilant NetView provides enhanced video handling accuracy, flexibility and alarm managementVigilant Technology, a BATM Company and provider of intelligent IP video surveillance and security solutions, has announced today the release of NetView Version 3.0 IP Matrix Control Center Management Solution. NetView 3.0 enhancements support H.264 compression capabilities, multi-site remote access over low bandwidth, an intuitive touch-screen driven user interface, and added support for megapixel...

  Arecont Vision announces their collaborative effort with Genius Vision Digital, Inc. (GVD) Arecont Vision, the industry leader in megapixel IP camera technology, announces their collaborative effort with Genius Vision Digital, Inc. (GVD). The joint effort confirms interoperability of Arecont Vision's H.264 megapixel cameras, offering a highly efficient megapixel surveillance solution on GVD's popular M630-1000 Enterprise Level HD NVR platform. "Our cooperative effort wi...

  President seeks reduced funding for transit, ports, and school programs President Obama's budget proposal includes ill-advised and disappointing reductions in funding for crucial physical security programs, Security Industry Association (SIA) officials said on Monday.Obama's fiscal year 2010 budget would cut hundreds of millions of dollars from transit, port and school security programs and provide them with much less money than the amount authorized by Congress or recommended in rec...

 New range of hybrid encoders converts analog signals to IP, easing transition in the video security market Sony Professional recently announced the launch of a new encoder series. Committed to encouraging the adoption of IP technology in the video security market, the new encoders can be used to convert signals from analog to IP enabling customers to move from analog to IP without having to replace their existing security infrastructure. Visitors to hall 4 stand J10 at IFSEC were...

 Western Digital Corp. announced that it has completed a $65 million cash acquisition of SiliconSystems, IncWestern Digital Corp., a world leader in hard drive storage for computing and consumer electronics applications, announced that it has completed a $65 million cash acquisition of SiliconSystems, Inc., Aliso Viejo, Calif., a leading supplier of solid-state drives for the embedded systems market.Since its inception in 2002, SiliconSystems has sold millions of SiliconDrive® products...

 Lambeau Field selected NUUO surveillance system to monitor the national football stadium The NFL stadium is home to the Green Bay Packers, winners of 12 league championshipsThe massive $295 million reconstruction was designed to update the facilities of the stadium and add more premium and suite seating, while preserving the famous and original seating bowl. The renovation project was completed in 2003, bringing the current seating capacity to 72,928. In order to prevent and cont...

 Panasonic presented AEG with a total solution that addressed all of its' technology needsPanasonic Corporation of North America and AEG have entered into a long-term agreement that redefines conventional business sponsorships. Under the just-signed multi-tiered sponsorship agreement, Panasonic will be a ‘Founding Partner' (one of eight) of L.A. LIVE, the AEG owned and operated sports, entertainment and residential district in downtown Los Angeles that includes Nokia Theatre L.A....

 Pelco employees raise money throughout the year with dozens of activities such as bake sales, raffles, voluntary payroll deductions, and solicitations from suppliers Employees of video and security systems manufacturer, Pelco, presented 70,783 Toys for Tots to the U.S. Marine Corps on December 24, during a fun-filled ceremony at the company's Clovis, California, headquarters. The company's cumulative contribution since 1993 has exceeded more than one million toys.  The festive oc...

  NetDVR is a high-end IP-surveillance recording and management NVR software suite On-Net Surveillance Systems, Inc. (OnSSI), the market leader in non-proprietary, open architecture intelligent IP-based video surveillance software, is partnering with global network connectivity powerhouse D-Link Systems, Inc. to deliver OnSSI's intelligent, open-architecture IP-based video software solutions to D-Link's large customer base.D-Link Systems, Inc., will offer two software platforms from On...

Pixim to use the additional working capital to accelerate its growth in worldwide marketsPixim Inc., a leading provider of image sensors and processors for enterprise security cameras, announced that it has closed $13 million in additional venture capital funding from existing investors Mayfield Fund, Ridgewood Capital and Tallwood Venture Capital. Pixim intends to use the additional working capital to accelerate its growth in worldwide markets and add further market share gains. The c...

Chestnut Oaks decided to choose NUUO surveillance system to monitor the buildings and the safety of residentsIn order to secure more than 200 condominiums, Chestnut Oaks decided to choose NUUO surveillance system to control and monitor environment of building and safety of residents. Chestnut Oaks is an adult community designed for comfort, convenience, and the ease of living next to Washington DC. Chestnut Oaks is voted as the best 50+ community in the USA.NUUO NAS NVRmini Standa...

 Panasonic i-Pro IP camera range and mobiDEOS come together to offer Latchkey solutionWhen children return home from school to an empty house, their parents can watch on a cell phone to ensure their safe arrival. The clear image and pan-tilt-zoom capabilities providing that parental peace of mind are courtesy of Panasonic System Solutions Company's i-Pro IP cameras, which are increasingly being used in conjunction with cell phones, laptops and other mobile devices for a variety of appl...

 "The Pelco party will still provide a great opportunity to connect with customers, even without having a stand at IFSEC 2009," says Kevin Smith Regional Manager UK and IrelandPelco management announced that it will not be participating in the IFSEC 2009 Exhibition but will still be hosting its annual customer party, to be held at a venue near but not at IFSEC. The company feels it prudent - given the current worldwide economic atmosphere - to withdraw from participation at the sh...

OnSSI's IP video management solution has been installed in Amityville school systemThe Amityville, NY school system is now a safer place, thanks to a video surveillance management solution from On-Net Surveillance Systems Inc. (OnSSI), the market leader in non-proprietary, open architecture intelligent IP-based video surveillance software. The recent installation of an IP-based integrated security solution at the Amityville Middle and High Schools in the Amityville Union Free School District was...

Genetec and iView Systems collaborate to introduce an LPR solution globallyGenetec and iView Systems, leading Canadian technology companies, announced partnership and delivery of fully integrated License Plate Recognition for the iTrak Incident Reporting and Risk Management Platform.iViews' iLPR (Intelligent License Plate Recognition) software employs Genetec's proven AutoVu Sharp IP based license plate recognition camera, delivering advanced digital video processing and plate mat...

  Firetide wireless video surveillance solution aids airport officials to watch ground crewsAirport officials at the Draughon-Miller Central Texas Regional Airport in Temple, Texas, can now watch over ground crews and protect military assets using a wireless video surveillance network.  Located near Fort Hood, one of the largest military bases in the world, the Central Texas airport helps control access to Sikorsky UH-60 Black Hawk helicopters and other military aircraft being ref...

 March Networks' VideoSphere™ PTZ Auto Tracking analytic wins award for exceptional product innovation March Networks® a leading provider of intelligent IP video and business analysis applications, recently announced that its VideoSphere™ PTZ Auto Tracking analytic has won the Security & Safety Award for exceptional product innovation at the Sicurezza 2008 Exhibition, running November 25-28 in Milan, Italy. "We are pleased to recognize March Networks with...

  The partnership between Overland and Mobotix gives companies an easy-to-use, turnkey solution Overland Storage, Inc. recently announced the formation of a strategic, global alliance with Mobotix Vision Systems, the leader in high-resolution IP network cameras, to deliver video surveillance and archiving solutions for the under 100-camera system market.  Mobotix will offer a bundled solution including Overland‘s Snap Server network attached storage (NAS) appliance family wi...

GVI Security Solutions has won a contract to provide a video surveillance system for a prison in Latin America GVI Security Solutions, Inc., a leading provider of video security surveillance solutions featuring the complete Samsung Electronics line of products has won a contract to provide a comprehensive video surveillance system for the prison system of one of the largest nations in Latin America. The project, commencing this week, includes a broad range of GVI Samsung Elec...

  Beaumont implemented a new IP-based video surveillance system powered by OnSSIThe Beaumont Independent School District incorporates more than 30 K-12 schools housing nearly 20 thousand students, in addition to several administration buildings. To keep track of activities during and after school hours, deter criminal activity and insure safety and security for pupils and staff, Beaumont implemented a new IP-based video surveillance system powered by the advanced video control and mana...

  Artist's impression of the new M Resort Hotel, Spa and CasinoIndigoVision's complete IP Video solution has been chosen by the $1 billion M Resort, Spa and Casino. The newest Las Vegas casino resort resides on South Las Vegas Boulevard and will open in March of 2009. M Resort is owned and operated by Anthony A. Marnell III. The system will provide CCTV surveillance for the property. IndigoVision has also been selected to provide a digital CCTV system for the Colorado Belle in Laughlin...