Video Surveillance News

Moxa, a provider of hardened networking, communication and computing solutions, announced recently it received Underwriters Laboratories (UL) certification of its VPort 36-1MP-IVA-T surveillance camera for Class 1, Div. 2 hazardous locations. Receiving UL certification means the camera can be safely deployed in potentially hazardous locations where flammable gases or vapors either are or may be present in the atmosphere in sufficient concentration to produce an ignitable mixture. Certification...

Martin will be charged with directing all sales activities on behalf of WavestoreUSA within its target markets WavestoreUSA, a provider of professional digital video and audio recording solutions for surveillance applications, is pleased to appoint Jennifer Martin, a 38-year veteran of the security and technology industries, as its Director of Sales. Martin will be charged with directing all sales activities on behalf of WavestoreUSA within its target markets. As the company...

Hyerta PD78X0 DMR radio provides crystal clear sound In June 2013, Benjamin Pothier, a PhD researcher in Arts, Anthropology and Architecture, became the first French Artist and researcher participating to the ARCTIC CIRCLE RESIDENCY, a project organized by the New York based cultural organization THE FARM, INC. He traveled the high arctic sea on a vessel for 18 days and was allowed to stay at Ny-Alesund for expedition and documentary recording. Ny-Alesund, the northernmost...

Nextiva VMS has been seamlessly integrated with Software House’s CCure access control platform The Customer Located in the United States, this government institution is one of the country’s oldest and most valued entities. Its campus includes multiple locations in and around the Washington D.C. area. Constructed in the 1800’s, this entity has become a national treasure housing items collected throughout our nation’s history. During the 20th century, t...

H.265 HEVC was approved as a standard for video compression developed by the ISO and ITU-T Aventura Technologies, Inc., an industry  leader in advanced security and video management technology announced it will be showcasing the first H.265 HEVC (High Efficiency Video Coding) solutions at the ASIS International Annual Seminar and Exhibits at McCormick Place in Chicago. Aventura's all new H.265 high-definition and high efficiency network security cameras and recorders repr...

The Avigilon system will watch over the shelter and safeguard all of its visitors and staff Harbor House has been chosen to be the next recipient of a full Avigilon HD surveillance system. Regarded as one of the best comprehensive domestic violence programs in the State of Florida, the charity provides five main services: emergency shelter, children’s services, community outreach, legal advocacy services and community and professional education. The Avigilon system will...

ASIS leaders and IOFM analysts will present findings from the report in a special session at ASIS in Chicago ASIS International (ASIS) and the Institute of Finance and Management (IOFM) jointly announce the release of “The United States Security Industry: Size and Scope, Insights, Trends, and Data,” an extensive benchmark study of the private security industry’s expansion over the past decade and projected future growth. An analysis of the security products a...

Bosch Security Systems, Inc. introduces the RADION series of wireless peripherals for Bosch control panels. The new series meets the needs of residential and small commercial applications and easily scales to larger installations with the addition of one or more repeaters to increase the range. RADION provides superior reliability. It operates within the 433 megahertz (MHz) band, allowing for higher transmission power and better penetration through building materials. Repeaters can be used to i...

Sony Electronics announced recently a new line of affordably priced, high-performance security cameras. The high-definition C-Series cameras – models SNC-CX600 and SNC-CX600W – fit a range of security or surveillance applications, especially those for the small-to-midsize business (SMB) market. This includes retailers, offices and restaurants. “Small- and medium-sized businesses are more interested in security and surveillance than ever before,” said Mark Collett, genera...

IQinVision’s 100 IQeye HD megapixel cameras were installed with Milestone XP video management software IQinVision, market leader in high-performance HD megapixel IP cameras, recently announced that REMA 1000, a grocery chain headquartered in Oslo, Norway, has implemented IQinVision HD megapixel surveillance in a number of their stores in the city of Bergen. Milestone XP Essential is the video management software platform for the project and the project integrator is Witr...

Axis instructors will provide guidance to demonstrate network cameras and discuss resources available Axis Communications, the world leader in network video surveillance, recently announced that Axis Communications’ Academy has added Sales Essentials, a one-day instructor-led training to provide channel partners with the best strategies and system demonstration tips to maximise success in selling IP video. This course will be added to Axis’ curriculum throughout th...

The majority of the traffic lanes will have two stacked bullet-resistant inspection booths created by Delta Scientific Delta Scientific, the leading manufacturer of counter-terrorist vehicle control systems used in the United States and internationally, recently announced that it is manufacturing and installing 50 custom-design bullet-resistant guard booths, K4 rated swing gates, barriers and bollards for the refurbishment of the San Ysidro Landed Port of Entry (SYLPOE), the b...

Aimetis adds its Symphony software to Accu-Tech’s security product line Aimetis Corp, a global leader in intelligent video management software, recently announced that it has signed a distribution agreement with Accu-Tech to add Aimetis Symphony software to their security product line. "We are quite pleased with this new partnership with Aimetis", states Brian Michel, Vice President, Low Voltage Solutions. "The addition of this video management platform to our total-sol...

Monitor America aims to fulfill need for residential and commercial monitoring services Monitor America, LLC., has received UL certification for meeting all requirements pertaining to UL Standard for Safety for Central Station Alarm Services listing. UL Listed “Becoming UL listed is a milestone for Monitor America and its goal of being the most advanced central station for alarm services in the nation,” said Jay Stuck, spokesperson for Monitor America. “Secu...

Schneider Electric recently announced the release of its new Pelco Spectra High-definition (HD) 1080 30X dome positioning system, featuring a clearer image with six times the resolution of standard definition domes. The Spectra line has been a cornerstone of security applications for nearly 20 years, delivering unequalled reliability and drive/control technology with advanced image quality to deliver unparalleled live and forensic video detail. The news delivers on the company’s commitmen...

VideoIQ’s innovative content aware storage technology combines sensing, analysis and mass storage at the edge. Content aware storage enables the industry’s only intelligent all-in-one surveillance solution. The patented storage technology also covers the combination of solid state and traditional mass storage devices, increasing the lifetime of a typical hard disk drive by 5-10X VideoIQ continues its innovation in self-learning pattern based video analytics with powerful object patt...

GanzView allows live video streaming, playback and PTZ control from Ganz Digimaster H.264 DVRs CBC (AMERICA) Corp., a premier manufacturer of intelligent video surveillance systems, has announced GanzView, their well-known mobile surveillance app, will now be available for download free of charge. GanzView allows live video streaming, playback and PTZ control from Ganz Digimaster H.264 DVRs and PixelMaster Embedded NVRs to your iPhone, iPod Touch, iPad and Android smartphone....

Vector will continue to market the new managed network services solutions under the Industry Retail Group brand Vector Security, Inc., a Top 10 integrator of physical security solutions for North American retailers and multi-site businesses, announces its acquisition of Industry Retail Group, Inc. (IRG) to accelerate the Company’s move into the complete managed infrastructure and business intelligence space. The acquisition of IRG leads the groundwork for business intel...

A new integration between OnSSI’s Ocularis video management software (VMS) platform and the ELERTS software solution enables security personnel to receive immediate, actionable information about incidents occurring anywhere within a facility, campus or transit system. Now any individual with a smartphone can be an active participant in maintaining a more secure environment. When an individual with a smartphone submits an incident report using the ELERTS application, ELERTS cloud-based sof...

The convergence of IT and industrial automation networks has created new opportunities to improve productivity, but has also heightened security threats posed by malicious hackers, worms, and viruses. The standard solution has been to use an industrial secure router that protects the control network in conjunction with a variety of switches behind it to complete the communication network. In addition to requiring additional configuration and power for multiple devices, this solution sometimes in...

The companies will provide aggregated intelligence for situation management aimed at law enforcement and security CNL Software, a world leader in Physical Security Information Management (PSIM) software, is pleased to announce its technology partnership with Tiburon, Inc., a portfolio company of The Gores Group and the leading provider of integrated computer-aided dispatch (CAD) and records management system (RMS) solutions. The companies will provide aggregated intelligence f...

Bongiorno & Associates to represent OnSSI for areas in New York City, east central New Jersey and southern New Jersey OnSSI recently announced the appointment of Bongiorno & Associates (B&A) Inc. as its new manufacturer’s representative for areas in New York City, east central New Jersey and southern New Jersey. B&A is a highly respected organization in the northeast region with more than 150 combined years of experience in servicing consultants, low vol...

The council meetings are part of Linear's ongoing efforts to stay ahead of industry demands and trends Linear LLC, a leader in residential and commercial access control, emergency response and security solutions, recently concluded its 2013 dealer council meetings, wrapping up the four city tour with a stop in Phoenix, Arizona. 2013 marks the third consecutive year Linear hosted the regional events. The council meetings are part of Linear's ongoing efforts to stay ahead of ind...

The securities will be issued in a private placement to accredited and other qualified investors in the US Identive Group, Inc., a provider of solutions and services for the identification, security and RFID industries, has entered into subscription agreements for the private placement of up to 8,348,471 shares of its common stock and 8,348,471 warrants to purchase shares of its common stock to accredited and other qualified investors in the United States and internationally....

American Dynamics, part of the Security Products business unit of Tyco, has introduced the Illustra Compact IP Mini-Domes, the most recent additions to its expanding line of high-definition IP cameras. Designed for applications where discretion is of the utmost importance, these cameras are ideal for retail stores, commercial buildings, healthcare facilities, schools and banks. The high-performance, compact camera delivers 720p and 1080p resolutions for crystal clear images. The compact size an...

Avigilon's growth margin was 53%, up from 48% in 2012 Avigilon Corporation, a leader in high-definition (HD) surveillance systems, recently announced its financial results for the three and six months ended June 30, 2013. All figures are stated in Canadian dollars unless otherwise noted. Second Quarter 2013 Financial Highlights Revenue was $39.2 million, an increase of 61% over Q2 2012 revenue of $24.4 million. Gross margin was 53%, up from 48% a year earlier. EBITDA...

Security Services customers will now have access to ADS’ top-notch customer care team ADS Security announced recently it has acquired the customer accounts of Security Services, Inc. in Savannah, Georgia. This purchase is the second acquisition for ADS this year, furthering the company’s pursuit of growth across the southeast. Locally, the newly acquired business will bring the customer base at the ADS-Savannah branch to over 4,000 accounts. “The purchase of...

The acquisition will increase Tyco's presence in the rapidly expanding network video security industry Tyco Security Products announced recently that the company has completed the acquisition of Exacq Technologies (Exacq), A developer of open architecture video management systems (VMS) for security and surveillance applications for $150 Million in cash. This acquisition complements and expands Tyco Security Products’ product offering and increases the company’s pr...

LILIN USA’s IP Bootcamp is designed to educate and train security installers on IP configuration and setup LILIN USA’s IP Bootcamp is designed to educate and train security installers on IP configuration and setup. This practical, hands-on, IP video training is ideal for those making the dreaded migration from Analog to IP. In this two-hour course and product presentation, LILIN USA focuses on demystifying network video, allowing integrators and installers to open...

The La Costa Film Festival will be held October 24-27, 2013 at the storied Omni La Costa Resort and Spa Linear, a leader in residential and commercial access control, security and health and wellness solutions, announces its sponsorship of the first ever La Costa Film Festival, billed by organizers as, “…a unique cultural event that enhances our appreciation of the arts, and establishes not just our community, but all of North County (San Diego) as an entertainmen...