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Point Grey Research business will augment FLIR’s existing OEM cores and components business FLIR Systems, Inc. announced that it has reached a definitive asset purchase agreement to acquire the business of Point Grey Research, Inc., a developer of machine vision cameras for use in industrial, retail, scientific, traffic, mapping, and other advanced imaging applications, for approximately $253 million in cash.Impact Of AcquisitionFounded in 1997 and based in Richmond, Bri...

45% believed that cyber and physical security were equally important in the companies they were linked to The latest Security Research Initiative Report published highlights the crucial role that physical security suppliers and corporate security departments play in tackling cyber-crime, albeit that this often goes unrecognized.  Physical Security Specialists Vs. Cyber Specialists  In a survey of both physical security specialists and cyber specialists (supple...

The critical area of security has been addressed throughout the 17 specifications of Release 2 The full potential of the Internet of Things (IoT) advanced significantly as oneM2M, the global standards initiative for Machine-to-Machine (M2M) communications and the IoT, published a new landmark set of specifications, Release 2.Based on contributions from more than 200 member companies, Release 2 builds on oneM2M’s initial set of official specifications, which enable basic...

Built in 1991, LaSalle Plaza is a 30-story office tower in the heart of Minneapolis’ bustling theater district. A 600,000-square foot building that spans an entire city block, LaSalle Plaza is home to many businesses as well as retail locations and restaurants that cater to the city’s theater crowd. Connected by a seven-mile long skyway to an apartment building, the YMCA, a theater, and the Target head office, LaSalle Plaza accommodates more than 16,000 people every day; making patro...

TRAPS intercepts all known exploits and virtually eliminates false positives ANSecurity, a specialist in advanced network and data security, has successfully deployed the Palo Alto Networks TRAPS advanced endpoint solution to help a major financial services organization strengthen its security controls. The financial organization regularly processes a lot of active content from third-party organizations and its workforce had struggled to differentiate between legitimate or ma...

Nemerofsky brings more than twenty years of entrepreneurial success in the security industry to CGL CGL Electronic Security, Inc. recently announced a key appointment to its executive team. John Nemerofsky has joined CGL in the newly created position of President of National Programs.  Nemerofsky and CGL founder Ron Ludvigsen have worked together for many years and have a track record of building successful national programs.  Customer-Focused Approach CGL Preside...

Brent will speak on the conference panel entitled, "A Snapshot into the Evolution of Security Technology" Louroe Electronics, provider of audio monitoring technology in the security industry, is proud to announce that its CEO, Richard Brent, has been selected to present at Securing New Ground (SNG) 2016. SNG, presented by the Security Industry Association (SIA), is the industry's top executive conference and will be held Oct. 19-20 at the Grand Hyatt New York.  Security...

The Unmanned Security Expo is the first robotics event to focus specifically on security applications ISC West, the physical security event in North America, recently unveiled plans for the all-new Unmanned Security Expo @ ISC West, launching April 5-7, 2017, at the Sands Expo in Las Vegas. The Unmanned Security Expo will take place within the larger ISC West event, sponsored by the Security Industry Association (SIA), and will focus on aerial drones and ground robotics for se...

DW Mobile Witness App streams live video to a VMAX IP Plus NVR over the Internet via a 3G/4G connection Digital Watchdog, provider of digital recorders, surveillance cameras and related management software, announces the release of the new DW Mobile Witness mobile application for iOS smart phones and tablets. The DW Mobile Witness app turns the camera on a supported smartphone or tablet into a surveillance camera that can be viewed and recorded with a Digital Watchdog VMAX IP...

Intelligent video analytics provide the ability to detect and analyze moving objects for improved video surveillance Dahua Technology USA, a high-value, total security solutions provider, has released small but mighty newcomers to its Pro Series Pan-Tilt-Zoom (PTZ) camera line.With a powerful 12x optical zoom, the compact, 2MP high-resolution PTZ camera provides 30fps@1080p and 60fps@720p, allowing operators to monitor wide scenes at high frame rates without losing details. Em...

Genetec and MOBOTIX will be able to offer customers an end-to-end IP video security solution Genetec, a leading provider of open-architecture, unified IP security solutions, and MOBOTIX AG, a German manufacturer of video surveillance devices, recently announced a technology relationship in which both companies will work together in research and development, testing, business development, and sales support for new and existing enterprise clients. Both companies have a glob...

New recorders from March Networks allow integration of up to 16 analog and 32 IP inputs in a single network video recorder Digi Security Systems, a provider of integrated electronic security systems, announces that it has partnered with March Networks, a provider of intelligent IP video solutions, to offer customers more cutting-edge electronic security products tailored specifically to the retail and banking markets. With this partnership, Digi is poised to provide retail an...

The new VS Series offers cost effective, scalable storage for video surveillance, automatically migrating video to the most economical tier of data storage XenData, the global provider of video storage solutions, announces the launch of its VS Series, a new range of multi-tier storage systems for surveillance applications that seamlessly manages video content across three tiers of storage: on disk, LTO tape or optical disc cartridges in a robotic library and offline LTO or op...

IoT-based platforms, software analytics, and personal protection devices feature in the Accolades winners ASIS International, an organization for security professionals worldwide, has selected its ASIS 2016 Accolades Award winners. ASIS Accolades Award recognizes the security industry's most innovative new products, services, and/or solutions featured at the ASIS International Annual Seminar and Exhibits (ASIS 2016), taking place Sept 12-15 at the Orange County...

Upgrades include reduced compression rates, higher frames per second and onboard storage Dahua Technology USA, a high-value, total security solutions provider, debuted its next generation 4K Ultra high definition (HD) 12MP camera series during ASIS 2016.The latest in Dahua’s lineup of high resolution cameras offers a range of upgrades that include reduced compression rates, higher frames per second, onboard storage, a motorized vari-focal lens option, and audio I/O.Wide-...

The five-year warranty is available across the board to all Dahua dealers, regardless of their level of participation Dahua Technology USA, a high-value, total security solutions provider, announced a new five-year product warranty for all authorized dealers at ASIS 2016.Warranty CoverageThe five-year product warranty extends to all Dahua authorized dealers and covers any IP or HDCVI camera, storage, or PTZ device.The five-year warranty is available across the board to all Dah...

Reliable, user intuitive VMS platform was an absolute must for massive luxury auto dealership in Texas  Lexus Of Lakeway There is an old saying about how everything is bigger in Texas and in the case of Lexus of Lakeway, the expression certainly rings true. Located less than 20 miles from the burgeoning technology hub of Austin, the luxury automobile dealers ship sits on more than 30 acres in the small town of Lakeway, which is home to just over 11,000 residents. The de...

exacqVision 8.0 also includes new archive bookmarks, IP camera integrations & more With the release of exacqVision 8.0 video management system (VMS) software, Tyco Security Products introduces suspect tracking, a new way to follow a person or object of interest through the entire scene. exacqVision version 8.0 video management system (VMS) software also includes new archiving for bookmarked video, activity timeout, and camera inspection in Enterprise System Manager (ESM),...

Quantum has continued to collaborate with partners to meet specific needs of the surveillance community Quantum Corp. has announced joint development initiatives with four industry-leading Video Management System (VMS) providers targeted at bringing enhanced multi-tier storage solutions to security and surveillance customers worldwide. Aimetis Corp., On-Net Surveillance Systems Inc. (OnSSI), Qognify and Verint Systems Inc. have joined the Quantum Advantage Program, and certif...

By industry vertical, military and defense dominated the situation awareness system market in 2015 A new report published by Allied Market Research titled, "Situation Awareness System (SAS) Market - Global Opportunity Analysis and Industry Forecast, 2015 - 2022", states the situation awareness systems (SAS) market is projected to garner $32.6 billion by 2022, registering a CAGR of 8.2% during the forecast period of 2016 - 2022. North America dominates the global SAS market, ow...

Altronix displayed a range of power and transmission products as well as integrated solutions Altronix, the provider of power and transmission solutions for the professional security industry has displayed its new managed PoE+ indoor and outdoor hardened switches at ASIS 2016. The new feature-packed NetWay4EWP features a 1GB SFP (fiber) port, 115/230VAC input, four PoE+ ports at 30W full power per port, and integral battery charging in a NEMA 4X IP66-rated enclosure. NetWay4EW...

Symmetry has been successfully installed in Faraday's headquarters, office, and R&D complex AMAG Technology, the security solution provider specializing in access control, intrusion detection, video management, policy-based identity solutions and visitor management, announced that Faraday Future has selected AMAG’s Symmetry Enterprise Access Control System and Symmetry CompleteView Video Management System to secure its headquarter building in Gardena, California. AM...

The new Interlogix video solution uses H.265 standard to compress video data, offering the same or better video quality at a lower cost, compared to the previous standard Interlogix, a global leader in security and life-safety solutions, is introducing new powerful video offerings that take advantage of the advanced H.265 video compression standard, requiring less network bandwidth and hard drive space to transmit and store surveillance footage. Interlogix is part of UTC Clima...

PureTech Systems’ new calibration provides intelligent video on mobile platforms within minutes after deployment PureTech Systems has announced its latest software release focused on rapid deployment. The new capability provides advanced video detection and autonomous sensor control for mobile platforms or vehicles with a total setup time of just a few minutes. The result enables mobile surveillance platforms to be moved rapidly between observation positions, and once th...

The multi-phase project included installing 54 links as part of the first phase Siklu, a provider of millimeter wave solutions, announced it was selected by the Port of Long Beach to provide the wireless connectivity solution for its video surveillance network and multi-gigabit wireless for its core network, as part of a multi-phase project.The project is being overseen by the Port of Long Beach Security Division, which was recently awarded a federal grant to fund security upg...

AccessXpert cloud-based security system uses BACnet communications protocol to drive new levels of building efficiency Schneider Electric, a provider of energy management and automation solutions, announced enhancements to its AccessXpert security management system at ASIS 2016. The new enhancements allow facility mangers to seamlessly integrate their security and building management systems for the first time via the BACnet communications protocol to drive information sharing...

The exhibit marks the company’s first appearance with ADT since the announcement of their integration Protection 1, the premier full-service business and home security company in the U.S., announces “The Power to Do More for You” at the ASIS 2016 Conference in Orlando, Florida. The exhibit marks the company’s first appearance with ADT since the announcement of their integration in May 2016. Expanding Footprint From September 12-14 at booth #3113, Prot...

The Vess A2330 and A3340 provide value and reliability for small to mid-sized security deployments Security professionals now have more storage options to choose from when planning their IP video surveillance deployments, no matter the size of the project. Promise Technology, a developer of open storage platforms for video surveillance, announces at ASIS International that its two new network video recorder (NVR) storage servers, the Vess A2330 and A3340, are now available in...

The Security Audit tool is the latest complement to March Networks’ existing Security Updates and Advisories program March Networks, a global provider of intelligent IP video solutions, introduces an innovative, new Security Audit tool to help systems integrators evaluate and improve the security of their video installation configurations and provide additional assurance to their customers. Analyses Security Of Configurations The Security Audit capability, now availabl...

The new ME4 camera line captures critical detail in all lighting without straining network and storage resources March Networks, a global provider of intelligent IP video solutions, introduces its new ME4 Series Cameras. The new cameras incorporate High Dynamic Range (HDR) to deliver clear video in all lighting conditions, including environments such as banking branches and retail storefronts where parts of the scene are very bright and others very dark. Able to capture facial...