Video Surveillance News

Bosch Communication Center will focus on services for the automotive industry that increase safety and convenience The Bosch Group, a leading global supplier of technology and services, will open its first North American communication center in Fort Lauderdale, Fla. in early 2014. At the new location, the business unit Bosch Communication Center, the Group’s international service provider, will expand its global network and begin offering a range of services for U.S. and...

The exacqVision client software is installed on a video wall in the network operations center IQinVision, market leader in high-performance HD megapixel IP cameras, recently announced that Indianapolis-based Community Health Network has installed an exacqVision-IQinVision combined solution to meet their video surveillance needs. Koorsen Security Technology provided complete design and installation services for the project. Established in 1956, Community Health Network is a le...

This year’s event will explore themes around leadership and change and importance of a common operating picture Aronson Security Group, the premier independent integrator of risk, resilience and security solutions, announced their return to Seattle’s Bell Harbor International Conference Center on March 4 to host The Great Conversation. This year’s event will explore themes around leadership and change, the importance of a common operating picture as well as k...

Talkaphone announces new self-diagnostic and reporting features of the VOIP-500 Series Phone / WEBS Paging Module. With Talkaphone’s latest public release of the VOIP-500 firmware, these devices can now perform a number of self-diagnostics on a scheduled basis: Check the status of the built-in button(s); Check the status of the built-in microphone and built-in speaker; Check the status of the WEBS speaker array; Report via an email, a phone call, or an activation of the Auxiliary Out...

Moxa will supply 200 NPort serial-to-Ethernet servers to connect the various testing devices to PC for data recording One of the largest maintenance and logistics centers for USA government aircraft has selected Moxa as a supplier of serial bus communication components for their next generation of black box testing stations. Moxa will be supplying 200 NPort serial-to-Ethernet servers to connect the various testing devices to a PC for data recording, analysis, and reporting. T...

The Case for Testimonials and Case Studies webinar will be held on November 6 Linear LLC, a leader in residential and commercial access control, security, and health and wellness solutions, announces its sixth dealer-focused interactive webinar, The Case for Testimonials and Case Studies, on Wednesday, November 6, 2013 at 1:00 PM ET / 10:00 AM PST. In the age of Google reviews, Angie's List and Yelp; positive testimonials are more important than ever. A one-star rating with n...

MOBOTIX submitted applications for renewed examination of the patentability of all patents held against it to the USPTO In its patent dispute with the U.S. company e-Watch, based in San Antonio, Texas, MOBOTIX Corp., New York, achieved the suspension of a patent lawsuit before a U.S. Court in San Antonio and responded to the patent lawsuit with applications to the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) for the cancellation of all existing patents in the patent lawsuit. MOBO...

Axis Communications, the market leader in network video surveillance, recently announced AXIS Q1614 and AXIS Q1614-E Network Cameras designed for identification of people and objects in high movement scenes and demanding lighting conditions. With high video performance and innovative installation features, these new fixed IP cameras are ideal for traffic monitoring, city surveillance and industrial applications. Exciting Features of AXIS Q1614/-E Include: HDTV 720p video up to 60 frames per...

The partnershop will combine industry-leading voice biometrics and predictive analytics with customer-centric workforce optimisation (WFO) solutions Verint Systems Inc. recently announced the signing of a definitive agreement to acquire Victrio™, an innovator in fraud prevention and identity authentication solutions. The combination of Verint and Victrio advances this comprehensive solution set by combining industry-leading voice biometrics and predictive analytics with...

The donation was made through Give Back, Avigilon's new corporate social responsibility program Avigilon, a leader in high definition (HD) and megapixel video surveillance solutions, recently announced its donation of a full HD surveillance system to Harbor House of Central Florida, an emergency shelter and community organization for women, men, children and pets who are victims of domestic abuse. Harbor House seeks to eliminate domestic violence by providing safety, shelter,...

HID Global will contribute its expertise in mobile and wearable device authentication HID Global, a worldwide leader in secure identity solutions, recently announced that the company and two consortium partners have received one of four U.S. cyber security grants that were recently awarded through President Obama’s National Strategy for Trusted Identities in Cyberspace (NSTIC) initiative. The grants build on the successful launch of five NSTIC pilots awarded in 2012, and...

Omnicast is managing close to 850 cameras throughout the most critical areas The University of Louisiana at Monroe has a history almost as rich and beautiful as the bayou that winds through its 238-acre campus. From its inception in 1931, the university was created to serve the educational and cultural needs of northeast Louisiana and to enlighten those from all over the world. In 2012, U.S. News & World Report deemed ULM one of the “best regional universities”...

Genetec’s Stratocast helps to monitor Canadian-based adopter- China Rose restaurant Genetec, a leading provider of unified IP security solutions, announced recently that its new cloud-based video monitoring service, Stratocast, is offering restaurants throughout North America an affordable way to help them safeguard their patrons and inventory. One early Canadian-based adopter is the China Rose restaurant, an award winning Asian cuisine establishment located in Calgary,...

Nextiva VMS captures high-quality video images from analog and IP cameras and quickly recalls live and recorded video The Institution Situated in Bridgeport, Connecticut, St. Vincent’s Medical Center is a 473-bed community teaching and referral facility with a Level II trauma center, as well as a 76-bed inpatient psychiatric facility located 25 miles away in Westport. This comprehensive medical center provides a full range of inpatient and outpatient services with regio...

Jeffersonville recently upgraded public facilities by building Highland Dog Park Brivo Systems LLC, leader in cloud applications for security management, recently announced that Jeffersonville, Indiana, continues to roll out the Brivo OnAirSM hosted cloud-based access control and video surveillance management solution to a number of different departments and locations throughout the city. Security Pros is the Brivo dealer and installer for this on-going project. Jeffersonvill...

The Source AV team will attend the security Canada central tradeshow in Toronto Brivo Systems LLC, leader in cloud applications for security management, recently announced that it has partnered with Source AV, Toronto, Ontario, to represent the Brivo product line throughout Canada.  For over 20 years, Source AV has built a reputation for solid sales representation, technical expertise and project consultation that enables the dealer/integrator to provide security solution...

Point Grey, a world-leading Canadian designer and manufacturer of innovative, high-performance digital cameras, recently announced the release of the all new Cricket IP security camera family. The Cricket IP camera packs exceptional imaging quality and rich IP surveillance features into a low cost, PoE-enabled network camera. The first two available Cricket models offer 720p and 1080p resolutions at 60 fps, using Sony Exmor CMOS sensors suitable for challenging low-light conditions and dynamic...

Watertown PD is monitored 24/7, with video feeds used for real-time surveillance of prisoners Watertown Police Department The city of Watertown, Massachusetts, lies less than ten miles west of Boston. Though only 4.2 square miles, the town is home to a population just shy of 32,000. The city’s history goes back quite far, with the first officially designated police officers assigned to duty starting in 1864. Since then, the department has grown considerably to accom...

IdentiSys will offer Datacard financial instant issuance solutions including Datacard® CardWizard® software IdentiSys Inc., North America’s largest sales and service integrator of identification, card issuance, emergency response, and access control security systems, announced recently that they have entered into an agreement with Datacard Group—the world leader in secure ID and card personalisation solutions—to be a financial instant issuan...

Genetec's Security Center user interface consolidates and standardises the common aspects of security operations Genetec, a global leader in unified IP security solutions and ranked number-one in video management software (VMS), recently announced that Security Center—its unified  IP security platform —was recently deployed as part of a highly sophisticated security implementation for the brand new City of Toronto Forensic Services and Coroner's Complex (FSCC...

Verint VBI solution was shortlisted based on its innovative approaches to in-store surveillance Verint Systems Inc. recently announced that it has received two new industry awards for its advanced Video and Situation Intelligence Solutions. Nextiva Video Business Intelligence Earns Innovative In-Store Surveillance Distinction Verint’s Nextiva Video Business Intelligence (VBI) was among the awarded solutions that earned the 2013 Retail Fraud Award in the category of...

Genetec, a leading provider of unified IP security solutions, announced recently that its new cloud-based Video Surveillance as a Service (VSaaS), Stratocast, is offering small and mid-size businesses around the world an affordable way to help them safeguard their patrons and inventory. Powered by Microsoft Corp.'s Windows Azure cloud-computing platform, Stratocast delivers high-end and reliable video surveillance service without the costs and complexities associated with installing and managing...

DIGIOP, a leading provider of video and data management solutions, recently announced a completely new line of hybrid and network video recording solutions. The new systems are engineered to deliver enhanced performance, convenience and scalability, and feature DIGIOP’s new, innovative and simplified licensing model, Open IP License. DIGIOP’s new purpose-built hardware platforms include 32 channel NVRs and 16-32 channel FlexVR Hybrid DVRs, pre-installed with DIGIOP’s powerful...

Integrating home automation systems with traditional security monitoring systems has led some homeowners to an epiphany: when their smart home security system is triggered they can react to actionable alerts, capture real-time video, and take control of their family's safety and security. Control4, a leader in home automation, offers a wide range of security integration features designed to keep homeowners better connected with their home, apprised of activity whether they are home or away, and...

JFC Solutions is the largest manufacturer’s representative firm in Canada OnSSI has announced that JFC Solutions, with headquarters in Burnaby, British Columbia, has been contracted to represent the company in Canada as its new manufacturer’s representative. JFC Solutions is the largest manufacturer’s rep firm in Canada specializing in network infrastructure, physical security infrastructure and data center infrastructure. With experienced sales and support...

The remote access feature of Omnicast has proven to be extremely beneficial Sherwood Valley Rancheria Casino is a Native American casino located in Mendocino County, California. With a gaming space of approximately 9,000 square feet, the casino is packed with 220 gaming machines, numerous card tables and a favorite local restaurant by the name of Creekside Café. Employing over 260 people and with a total capacity of 1200 guests, Sherwood Valley Rancheria Casino draws in...

OnSSI will also host several technology partners in their booth to showcase an array of integrated solutions OnSSI is showcasing innovative technologies that drive breakthrough PSIM and VMS solutions for mobile and web access, partner integrations and intelligent functionality at this year’s Security Canada Central trade show (booth #417). Featured products include OnSSI’s Mobile and Web Clients and the recently introduced Ocularis LS. Built for mobility with...

IRIS certification for passenger information and communication systems is the most stringent international standards Moxa has joined an elite group of companies worldwide to achieve International Railway Industry Standard (IRIS) certification for passenger information and communication systems. The certification was awarded to Moxa's Design and Engineering headquarters in Taiwan following a recent audit by the AFNOR Group. The IRIS certification for passenger information and...

Schneider Electric recently announced the launch of Pelco™ Infrared and White Light LED Illumination products for security camera installations. These new products provide energy efficient, targeted discreet or deterrent lighting for video security. In addition, this efficient lighting extends the effectiveness of megapixel IP cameras for evening and night use and help security camera installations comply with light pollution restrictions. Security cameras need a sufficient amount of ligh...

ComNet, Communication Networks of Danbury, Connecticut, a USA-based manufacturer of fiber optic transmission and networking equipment, is introducing a unique SFP (Small Form Factor Pluggable) device that can be used in any Ethernet device, and can extends distances over COAX or UTP cables to 3000 ft. The ComNet SFP-CL can be used in any Ethernet device that uses MSA-compliant SFPs for connectivity. Two different models are being announced, a 10Mbps and 100MBPS model. These SFP modules can be co...