Video Surveillance News

The security video is recorded on a number of American Dynamics Intellex Ultra digital video management systems On the night of July 11, 1922, in a large natural amphitheater in Bolton Canyon, California, 18,000 people sat under the stars on simple wooden benches placed on the natural hillside. They listened to a performance of the Los Angeles Philharmonic under the direction of conductor Alfred Hertz. It was an historic evening: the opening of the Hollywood Bowl. Since that...

Equipment installed includes a grouping of fixed cameras in American Dynamics housing and PTZ equipment Stonestreet Farm Stonestreet is a horseman’s paradise. The property is one of three horse farms owned by vintner Jess Jackson, founder of Kendall- Jackson Winery, and is a world-class facility for raising and training champion thorough-bred horses. Also, it’s where his broodmares foal, so this pristine farm is a nursery, of sorts, for horses. When Jackson and J...

Oncam cameras provide 24/7/365 situational awareness and superior wide-area coverage Oncam, the leader in 360-degree technology, has been awarded a contract by the Houston Airport System (HAS) to provide Evolution 360 cameras for Hobby and Bush International Airports. The equipment will be integrated into the Honeywell MaxPro System by Preferred Technologies, a Houston-based systems integrator. “The Houston Airport System team had the objective of creating a cutting-ed...

Avigilon reported a revenue of $178.3 million in 2013, an increase of 78% from 2012 Avigilon Corporation ("Avigilon" or the "Company"), a leader in high-definition ("HD") and megapixel surveillance systems, recently announced its financial results for the three and 12 months ended December 31, 2013. All figures are stated in Canadian dollars unless otherwise noted. 2013 financial highlights Revenue was $178.3 million, an increase of 78% over 2012 revenue of $100.3 million...

The annual awards honor the top performing Aimetis distributors and resellers worldwide Aimetis Corp., a global leader in intelligent IP video management software, recently announced recipients of its 2013 Vision Awards. The annual awards honor the top performing Aimetis distributors and resellers worldwide. Award recipients were selected from more than 800 Aimetis partners in more than 100 countries. Recipients were required to meet or exceed a set of criteria that included...

The Statue of Liberty’s video surveillance system features 160 Axis network cameras The Statue of Liberty, a longtime symbol of freedom and opportunity, re-opened on July 4, 2013 with a brand new state-of-the-art video surveillance system featuring a Dream Team of nine top technology providers in the world, including Axis. The system, which now features 160 Axis network cameras with HDTV quality video, exceptional nighttime performance and discreet appearance, was a maj...

BTI is the newest addition to WavestoreUSA's growing network of qualified partners WavestoreUSA, a provider of professional digital video and audio recording solutions for video surveillance applications, has signed BTI as an authorized distributor and reseller throughout Canada. Based in Edmonton, Alberta, BTI's value-added distribution approach will supply technical, training and consultation support to serve the needs of WavestoreUSA integrators, dealers and end users throu...

3xLOGIC’s complete line of VIGIL VMS is now available to members of PSA Security Network 3xLOGIC, Inc., a leading provider of advanced video surveillance and video-supported business intelligence, announced recently that its complete line of VIGIL Video Management System (VMS), Business Intelligence (BI) software, and purpose-built video appliances are now available to members of PSA Security Network, the world’s largest electronic security cooperative. Named a PS...

Supporting their comprehensive range of analog CCTV and Ethernet & PoE transmission products, Network Video Technologies (NVT), has created a brand new suite of photo-realistic 3D Application Visuals. Each three-dimensional visual illustrates the use of NVT products and wiring topologies in a variety of popular vertical market applications. These include rail, retail, Point-of-Sale, casino, parking lot, warehousing, and many more. Available in a variety of language versions, the easy to fo...

The new lens allows C mount camera users in security and broadcast markets more flexibility Theia has leveraged its patented, award winning Linear Optical Technology® platform to offer optical distortion correction in its new ML183M, the C mount version of its popular SL183 varifocal lens. The new lens will allow C mount camera users in the machine vision, automation, security, and broadcast markets more flexibility in wide coverage of an area, fine tuning wide fields of v...

Total Recall has brought 9 security vendors to enhance security at the Statue of Liberty National Monument Total Recall Corporation, a video-centric security technology provider specialising in surveillance solutions, has brought together nine state-of-the-art technology vendors to deliver an award-winning IP-based, digital video surveillance solution used by the U.S. Park Police, National Park Service (NPS) and the Department of Interior (DOI) to enhance public safety and imp...

DVTEL, INC., the video surveillance solutions provider, announces integration of the latest version of the open and scalable Latitude network video management system (NVMS) with the C•CURE C•CURE9000 by Software House, part of the Security Products business unit of Tyco. Latitude NVMS is the choice for corporations and organizations looking for the most effective way to manage video surveillance operations over IP networks while C•CURE 9000’s advanced distributed architectu...

The acquisition further asserts Digital Watchdog's commitment to creating quality, easy to use solutions Digital Watchdog, a security and surveillance solutions leader, is proud to announce the acquisition of Innovative Security Designs, Inc. ("ISD") located in Irvine, California. This acquisition further asserts Digital Watchdog's commitment to innovation and creating quality, easy to use solutions. This transaction is expected to close in the coming weeks. Founded in 1987,...

MC Assembly chose American Dynamics surveillance cameras with Kantech access control software Contract manufacturer MC Assembly takes protecting its staff and its assets seriously both for the benefit of the company and for its customers. Based in Palm Bay, Florida, MC Assembly provides testing and contract manufacturing services that enable original equipment manufacturers to reduce costs, increase quality, and maintain product availability. The company currently employs a st...

The extensive installation at YNHH uses products from Tyco, American Dynamics, and Software House   Yale-New Haven Hospital (YNHH), one of the largest hospitals in the United States, overhauls and centralizes its security systems with security solutions from Tyco Security Products, including Software House’s C•CURE access control and American Dynamics’ victor video management system. Introduction It’s an institution that boasts several medical fir...

The distributed nature of 1024 switch allows casino staff to place equipment around property and pull cable to nearest rack room Digital Done on a Grand Scale The world’s largest casino resort — Connecticut’s Foxwoods — undergoes the largest analog-to-digital recording conversion ever undertaken. Without the luxury of downtime, everyone associated with the project works as a single mind to pull off the massive upgrade, which includes a new state-of-the...

The Cove system uses six PowerSentry poles, each containing an Optex Redscan detector Optex Redscan laser detectors provide rugged and reliable detection in an innovative pole-mounted, short-term, mobile surveillance system capable of wireless communication, perimeter detection, lighting and remote monitoring. The security system is being used by Cove Properties, one of Alberta Canada’s premier luxury condo builders, to secure construction sites from theft and vandalism...

BCDVideo has released their new SuperNOVA Series of external stand-alone storage arrays, which have been developed specifically for IP video projects requiring large numbers of cameras and long periods of retention. “We have manufactured these units with the server incorporated into the standalone solution. The server, which can support up to 1000Mb/s of video ingestion, is powerful enough to drive four arrays for a one petabyte video storage solution, all within a mere 22U of rack space,&...

The cooperation will enable Hikvision to accelerate promotion of its intelligent video analytics products and solutions Hikvision, the global leader of video surveillance products and solutions, is pleased to announce the signing of a world-wide patent licensing agreement with video analytics provider, ObjectVideo, Inc. "Hikvision has a rich intelligent video analytics product line. This line plays an important role in both data mining and data service,” said Yangzhong...

American Dynamics’ CCTV systems reduce security incidents on campus by restricting access In many ways, Newton-Wellesley Hospital in Newton, Mass., couldn’t ask for a better location. Close to major roads and public transportation, the hospital is convenient for incoming patients, staff and visitors. But accessibility ceases to become an advantage if visitors who enter the campus are up to no good. To prevent trouble, the hospital depends on a new sophisticated sec...

SightLogix will showcase integration of its outdoor video security system with SureView’s Immix software platform SightLogix, the technology leader for smart thermal camera systems, and SureView Systems, the leading video-based security automation platform, announce the integration of SightLogix’ outdoor video security system with SureView’s Immix® software platform. With this integration, organizations gain an accurate, automated central station monitori...

Schneider Electric recently announced a new line-up of Pelco™ traditional, general-purpose and fortified camera enclosure systems. The release of these seven enclosure systems provides a cost effective solution to the end user as well as making connectivity in harsh environments achievable. “These significant advancements in camera enclosure capabilities represent excellent opportunity for security system specifiers, resellers and installers,” said Craig Dahlman, Director of A...

CNL Software will be hosted in the Pelco booth as part of Pelco’s focus on open interoperability CNL Software, a world leader in Physical Security Information Management (PSIM) software, is pleased to announce that it will demonstrate its latest PSIM software with Pelco by Schneider Electric, a world leader in the design, development and manufacture of IP-based video security systems, software and services at ISC West at the Sands Expo Convention Center, Las Vegas. CNL...

Over the life of contract, ADT expects to install video surveillance cameras, access card readers, alarms, sensors Future Proofing It’s a long way from today’s suburb of Denver to the 1970s of artist Andy Warhol. But he may have had good advice for Robin Brown: “They always say time changes things, but you actually have to change them yourself.” Brown, director of electronic security at the University of Colorado at Denver and Health Sciences Center,...

Skechers’ security staff is able to view, manage, and control recorded video from five VideoEdge NVRs As one of the leading footwear companies in America, Skechers USA Inc.’s latest distribution facility in Rancho Belago, Calif., moves a mountain of shoes each day. This high-volume center is designated as a U.S. foreign trade zone, which requires specific and measurable security standards as set down by U.S. Customs and Border Protection officials. Introduction...

After receiving bids, the Intellex Digital Video Management System from American Dynamics was chosen for the casino Clearwater Casino Resort’s new system simplifies casino monitoring and forges a path for digital technology. Suquamish Clearwater Resort, located on the Port Madison Indian Reservation overlooking Puget Sound, Wash., serves as an escape for vacationers looking to relax and test their 1uck. The resort features an 85-room hotel, full-service spa, four re...

Illustra 625 IP PTZ Dome cameras allows Century 21's surveillance staff to actively monitor activity in their stores Introduction Century 21 opened its first store in downtown Manhattan in 1961 and now operates eight stores across the New York/New Jersey area. The stores are focused on high-fashion, low-price apparel for women, men and children, along with cosmetics, handbags, shoes, lingerie, housewares, luggage and more. Merchandise can range from less than $10 to more than...

Kantech’s EntraPass Global Edition works with O’Regan’s video surveillance system Introduction O’Regan’s is considered to be one of the largest automotive dealerships in the Canadian Province of Nova Scotia. Representing such car brands such as Toyota, Lexus, Chevrolet, Mercedes-Benz, Nissan and several others, O’Regan’s has operated as a family run company since its inception in 1915 when it established a Ford dealership. Today...

Mr. Green will be responsible for identifying growth opportunities in IP surveillance for the East coast of the US CBC (America) Corp., a premier manufacturer of intelligent video surveillance systems is pleased to announce the addition of Mr. Alan Green as Eastern Regional Sales Manager, Imaging Technology Division. Mr. Green is an industry veteran bringing extensive channel management skills to CBC along with a strong background in the growing IP surveillance market segment...

Thomas A. Surran will be responsible for FLIR's global commercial and government operations FLIR Systems, Inc. recently announced that William A. Sundermeier, President of the Company's Government Systems Division, has resigned to pursue other personal and business opportunities. Thomas A. Surran, most recently President of the Company's Commercial Systems Division, has been appointed Chief Operating Officer, and will assume responsibility for FLIR's global commercial and gove...