Video Surveillance News

Mountain America Credit Union is piloting Diebold Concierge Video Services™ for improved ATM experience Diebold, Incorporated has partnered with a credit union to conduct member adoption testing that enhances the automated teller machine (ATM) experience by connecting users face-to-face with customer service representatives. Mountain America Credit Union, Utah's second-largest credit union and the 29th largest in the United States, is piloting Diebold Concierge Video Ser...

Avigilon reported revenue of $32.6 million, an increase of 73% over Q4 2011 revenue of $18.8 million Avigilon Corporation, a leader in high-definition (HD) surveillance systems, recently announced its financial results for the three and 12 months ended December 31, 2012. All figures are stated in Canadian dollars unless otherwise noted. 2012 Financial Highlights Revenue was $100.3 million, an increase of 67% from $60.0 million in 2011. Gross margin was 49%, up from 46% in...

Johnson Controls has been recognized as a strategic enterprise leader by its industry peers MDSL, the leading provider of global Telecom Expense Management (TEM) Technology Lifecycle Management and Market Data Management (MDM) solutions, recently announced that its client, Johnson Controls, Inc (JCI), a global diversified technology and industrial leader serving customers in more than 150 countries, has won the Global TEM/WMM category of the 2012 AOTMP Industry Excellence...

The IndigoVision IP camera range has been boosted with the launch of the newly enhanced Standard Definition (SD) camera range, including the 9000 range of Fixed and Fixed Dome Cameras, complimenting the existing IndigoVision High Definition (HD) and Megapixel (MP) camera ranges. Traditionally audio may not have been seen as a priority in the CCTV sector and as a result most IP cameras use outdated audio encoding technologies such as G.711 and G.728 compression. These technologies deliver poor q...

OnSSI is extending the opportunity for enrollment to all of the company’s Certified Channel Partners OnSSI has launched a new Premier Partner Program that establishes a new model of collaboration with its reseller network by highly incentivizing proficiency, commitment and long-term growth. To further build on its position as the market leader in open-architecture and intelligent IP video surveillance software, OnSSI is extending the opportunity for enrollment to al...

The new partnership solidifies the existing relationship between the two companies who have built a solid foundation in North America Exacq Technologies, a leading manufacturer of video management system (VMS) software and servers used for video surveillance, has entered into a sales and marketing global agreement with international distributor, Anixter Inc. The new partnership solidifies the existing relationship between the two companies who have already built a solid found...

Genetec's AutoVu mobile LPR system and integrated T2 eTicketbook in-vehicle citation writing software can enforce parking rules Four integrated parking solutions providers partnered to bring discussions about License Plate-Enabled Parking (LEP) to Dallas, Los Angeles, Newark and Miami over the last two weeks of January. Digital Payment Technologies, Genetec, Parkmobile and T2 Systems joined together to showcase LEP and the unified, virtual permit solution their technologies ma...

LG’s complete line will be showcased in the Observint Technologies booth at ISC West Observint Technologies has extended the company’s strategic partnership with LG Electronics to bring LG's latest security solutions to market, including a complete line of megapixel IP cameras, hybrid digital video recorders, and security-optimized displays. LG, one of the world's leading manufacturers of consumer electronics, mobile communications, home appliances and security pro...

The extensive list of security hardware supported by the Axxon Intellect Enterprise PSIM platform has grown to include Intrepid II new-generation perimeter security systems made by Southwest Microwave, Inc. Combining Intellect software with Intrepid II provides in-depth protection from intruders for sites of all sizes and complexities. Intellect-based solutions combine with the MicroPoint™ II perimeter fence protection system and MicroTrack™ II buried cable intrusion sensors. The f...

Agent Vi offers open architecture video analytics products, allowing integration with multiple 3rd party cameras Agent Video Intelligence (Agent Vi) has been named as one of the few key vendors dominating the global intelligent video analytics market. A market research report released in February 2013 by TechNavio identifies 4 key vendors dominating the intelligent video analytics market. Among them, Agent Vi is the only company offering open architecture video analytics produ...

SECURE+ is a special designation to identify members who install home automation and integrated services The Electronic Security Association (ESA) announced winners of the ESA SECURE+ Awards. The awards showcase how SECURE+ integrators are making their customers’ lives not only safer and more secure, but also simpler, more energy efficient and convenient. SECURE+ is a special designation offered by ESA to identify members who install home automation and integrated servi...

Panasonic, a leading provider of integrated security and surveillance solutions for a wide variety of markets including education, food services and healthcare, as well as enterprises and government agencies, recently announced the general availability of its i-PRO SmartHD 360° panoramic 3.0 megapixel dome cameras. Recently introduced at the ASIS Conference in September, both indoor (WV-SF438) and outdoor IP66 rated weather and vandal resistant (WV-SW458) cameras are now available through au...

Milestone system installers, integrators and consultants checked out cutting-edge solutions and sales opportunities Milestone Systems, the open platform company in IP video management software (VMS), held its biggest ever annual partner event February 18-19 at the Cosmopolitan Hotel in Las Vegas, Nevada. Management, sales and development experts combined in a heady mix to share knowledge and ramp up future initiatives with the market's leading video surveillance solutions base...

Moxa, a provider of hardened networking and communication solutions for factory automation, has introduced the MGate 5101-PBM-MN gateway that cost-effectively creates a communication portal between PROFIBUS devices to Modbus TCP hosts. "Our Ethernet gateway is designed to spare automation and controls engineers the headaches and performance issues that are typically encountered when connecting fieldbus devices to Ethernet," according to Paul Wacker, product marketing manager for Moxa Americas I...

The bank employs Altronix HubWay and HubSat UTP transceivers to transmit video across structured cabling At the 179 branches and 36 business centers of the Bank of New Zealand, a range of Altronix products supplies power to analog and IP cameras and other security equipment. With more than a decade of experience with Altronix, the bank has experienced the highest levels of reliability using the company’s products. “Since we first specified Altronix solutions, we h...

The online job board now offers 30-day job postings to members of any of the three associations for a reduced price The online job board, which is jointly operated by the Electronic Security Association (ESA), the Central Station Alarm Association (CSAA) and the Security Industry Association (SIA), now offers 30-day job postings to members of any of the three associations for just $99. A 60-day posting is $175. Members save 50 percent off the non-member rates of $199 for 30 da...

Opengear (www.opengear.com), a leading provider of critical infrastructure management solutions, recently announced its new central management system (CMS) product offering.  Opengear Lighthouse allows network engineers and system administrators to centrally manage their Opengear infrastructure management and console server appliances, and attached IT networking gear in their data center or at remote sites. The Opengear Lighthouse product release includes new hardware offerings and updates...

The conference is AMAG's annual education and networking event for security engineers and resellers AMAG Technology, an access control, IP video and intrusion detection (IDS) solution provider, will be hosting its 12th annual Security Engineering Symposium and Reseller Insight Conference, March 1-5, 2013 at The Loews Coronado Bay Resort in San Diego. The conference is AMAG’s annual education and networking event for security engineers and resellers.  Nearly 100 secu...

Quantum Secure recently announced the release of its software suite - SAFE for Aviation version 4.5 - an airport physical identity and access management solution that streamlines the complete lifecycle of physical identities (from on-boarding to terminations) and automates related processes. SAFE for Aviation comes with pre-defined policies, workflows and procedures for issuing badge credentials, granting/revoking access to airport facilities while simplifying adherence to TSA and FAA regulation...

The agreement authorizes AVAD to deliver the complete line of MOBOTIX IP technologies to the security markets MOBOTIX Corp., an industry-leading provider of high-resolution, network-based surveillance systems, recently announced a new distribution relationship with Avad LLC, an Ingram Micro subsidiary and a leading distributor of customer electronics and Pro AV products. The strategic agreement authorizes AVAD to deliver the complete line of MOBOTIX IP technologies to the secu...

Avigilon cameras were installed throughout the FBO main entrance, lobby, hanger and parking areas Avigilon, a leader in high-definition (HD) and megapixel video surveillance solutions, recently announced that Millennium Aviation, a fixed-base operator (FBO) in Reading, Pennsylvania has deployed the Avigilon high-definition surveillance system to secure aircraft valued at more than $100 million, safeguard staff and passengers, and protect itself against false liability claims....

The Elite provides emergency response teams with on-scene capability to identify unknown substances One of the largest state law enforcement agencies in the U.S. has bought the first of Smiths Detection’s new HazMatID Elite units, a handheld device that detects and identifies explosives, chemical warfare agents, toxic industrials and narcotics. The Elite, which provides emergency response teams with on-scene capability to quickly identify unknown substances, was bought...

Security Networks’ 240-plus affiliates can now offer Wi-Fi monitoring on Honeywell’s recently released LYNX Touch 5100 self-contained security system, the first of its kind to provide Wi-Fi alarm communications. Wi-Fi will make installation more economical and easier for the affiliates, according to Security Network’s vice president of operations, Kurt Becker. Because Wi-Fi reduces installation times and upfront equipment costs compared to similarly equipped GSM systems, affil...

AlliedBarton was recently recognized by Military Spouse magazine and GI Jobs magazine for hiring military personnel AlliedBarton Security Services, www.alliedbarton.com, the industry’s premier provider of highly trained security personnel, has been recognized as the only security officer services company on the LearningElite list by Chief Learning Officer magazine for the third consecutive year. AlliedBarton celebrates its continued recognition for its many programs as t...

IMS Research forecasts that consumer analog security camera shipments will surpass those in the professional market By the end of 2013 unit shipments of consumer analog security cameras in the Americas region will surpass those in the professional market. In a recent market report titled The World Market for Consumer and DIY Video Surveillance Equipment - 2012 Edition IMS Research (now part of IHS Inc.) forecasts unit shipments of consumer analog security cameras will top thre...

Agent Vi awards its channel partners for their outstanding partnership during 2012 in their respective regions Agent Video Intelligence (Agent Vi) is honoring leading members of its Channel Partner Program with Channel Partner Awards for their outstanding partnership and efforts during 2012 in their respective regions: Channel Partner Award for 2012 for the North America region – G4S Technology LLC., for exceptional sales of Agent Vi’s products in large-scale proj...

SoleraTec LLC, a provider of innovative video lifecycle management and storage products, is announcing the integration of its Phoenix RSM surveillance video management software onto the WD® Sentinel™ DX4000 small office storage servers. Installing the Phoenix RSM software into the WD Sentinel NAS unit creates a feature-rich video surveillance appliance with sophisticated video management capabilities. This appliance can support up to 10 IP-cameras on a single WD Sentinel DX4000 storage...

Opengear (www.opengear.com), a leading provider of critical infrastructure management solutions, recently announced its new central management system (CMS) product offering.  Opengear Lighthouse allows network engineers and system administrators to centrally manage their Opengear infrastructure management and console server appliances, and attached IT networking gear in their data center or at remote sites. The Opengear Lighthouse product release includes new hardware offerings and updates...

Wavestore provides pre and post sales for installer and system integrators throughout North America Wavestore’s position as a British manufacturer with a Global presence has been reinforced with the opening of an office in the USA. Wavestore USA, based in Mangonia Park, Florida, will provide pre and post sales support for installer and system integrators throughout North America, as well as providing local manufacturing facilities. “Our reputation for providing...

The companies will offer Elbit Systems’ Directed Infrared Counter Measure (DIRCM) systems for a range of Boeing military aircrafts Boeing and Elbit Systems Ltd. have signed a Memorandum of Understanding that supports the growth of both companies through the joint pursuit of opportunities for self-defense solutions for Boeing military aircraft in international markets. The companies will offer Elbit Systems’ Directed Infrared Counter Measure (DIRCM) systems for a r...