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Airport security managers would agree that while 100% security at their airports is not realistic, it is critical to close the gaps in the total security environment at their facility as much as possible.The following case study illustrates how a major US airport re-engineered perimeter security to avoid the issue of excessive false alarms while maintaining high levels of detection for intruders entering from the waterfront. This design will better integrate with existing fixed and Pan-Tilt-Zoom...

The video surveillance system at the Posco-Malaysia steel factory will be installed by Sensorlink Sdn. Bhd. Their new, state-of-the-art system uses a combination of 1.3, 2 and 3 megapixel cameras, as well as 8 megapixel panoramic cameras, all provided by Arecont Vision. Arecont Vision's camera models feature advanced capabilities such as day/night viewing and use H.264 video compression technology to minimize system needs related to bandwidth and storage. The video surveilla...

 The wireless system from FluidMesh will tend to increase security at Imperial Beach in San Diego, California  Lifeguards at Imperial Beach in San Diego, California were facing failing analog telephone lines and escalating lease line charges on their critical tower telecommunications system. In addition, they were hard pressed to adequately monitor a 50-yard-long section of shoreline after a portable tower was removed from the area during an improvement project in 2009. That section of...

 Fluidmesh wireless technology was used to extend the reach of the existing fiber backbone The Delaware River Joint Toll Bridge Commission (DRJTBC) retained Siemens Industry/Building Technology Division as part of a Design Team to install cameras on 18 bridges between New Jersey and Delaware as well as along a five mile stretch of I-78. (The DRJTBC is a bi-state organization that maintains seven toll bridges and 13 toll-supported bridges across a 200 mile stretch of the Pennsylvania/New Jer...

Arecont Vision's Megapixel Cameras form the core imaging component of the video surveillance system As the "Official Physical Security Solutions Provider," EMC Corp. led deployment of more than $1 million in security industry products to protect the games, including EMC's CLARiiON network storage, which provided about 300 terabytes of storage for video and other security data. Arecont Vision provided megapixel cameras, which were the core imaging component of the video survei...

The decision to opt for megapixel cameras was based on the need for better image quality When installing a video surveillance system, the company chose 3 megapixel and 8 megapixel 360-degree panoramic cameras from Arecont Vision. The cameras, installed by Sensorlink Sdn. Bhd., a local Kuala Lumpur solutions provider, incorporate H.264 (MPEG-4, Part 10) compression to minimize bandwidth and storage requirements while maintaining real-time high definition images. Megapixel came...

Avigilon's high-definition surveillance solution delivers image clarity, performance, and cost effectivenessAvigilon, a leader in high-definition (HD) and megapixel video surveillance systems, recently announced its expansion into the growing surveillance market in Southern Africa with the appointment of a security industry expert in the region, Ryno Van der Vyver, as the company's Regional Sales Manager for Southern Africa. A 2010 Frost & Sullivan report entitled "The South African...

The Sentinel sonar system is designed to detect, track and classify underwater threats to military ships and harboursSonardyne International Ltd. has delivered two more Sentinel Intruder Detection Sonar's to Space and Naval Warfare (SPAWAR) Systems Center Pacific (SSC) in San Diego, USA. The application is undisclosed, however, the systems are based on Sonardyne's latest evolution of its world leading underwater surveillance system, Sentinel. For the first time, Sonardyne is supplying the son...

SeeView's Cloud Solutions provide enhanced physical security for the data centre as well as individual serversIn response to robust demand, SeeView Security, Inc. (SeeView) announced recently that it is launching a formal programme to address the needs of large scale data centre which are increasingly used for cloud computing applications. SeeView's Security's Cloud Solutions provide enhanced physical security for the data center as well as the individual racks and servers operating within such...

  Video Synopsis enables users to browse hours of video in minutesBriefCam, the developer and provider of Video Synopsis solutions for rapid reviewing, analyzing and indexing of video, announced a partnership with leading North American systems integrator Convergint Technologies. Convergint is the seventh largest and fastest growing systems integrator in North America with a dedicated focus on electronic security.Convergint customers will now be able to benefit from BriefCam's award-wi...

   DVTel's Latitude NVMS was selected as the primary command and control management software for 542 cameras Municipalities across the United States convened in Baltimore to share the challenges, solutions and best practices in creating a safe and secure environment for their citizens and assets. Baltimore's CitiWatch Program was showcased, with a live tour of one of five Baltimore Police Monitoring Centres, which utilize DVTel's Latitude Network Video Management Syst...

Hajek will be a core memeber of the Pivot3 leadership teamPivot3®, Inc, a leading provider of unified storage and compute appliances, recently announced that James Hajek has been named the company's Chief Financial Officer, effective immediately. Hajek will be a core member of the Pivot3 leadership team, responsible for all finance and operations functions, as it expands its business in both emerging and established markets. "James' skills in driving operational excellence aligned wit...

Recognized as one of the nation's most efficient metro transit systems, the San Diego Metropolitan Transit System (SDMTS) is continually redesigning its transportation network and business operations to create a reliable, affordable, and commuter-focused system. Serving more than 82 million annual passengers on 80 bus routes covering a 570 square mile area in San Diego County and on its 53 mile trolley system, SDMTS has a history of embracing innovation to deliver the best service possible, and...

Genetec, a pioneer in the physical security industry and a leading provider of world-class unified IP security solutions, announces the availability of Omnicast, its IP video surveillance system, for onboard mass transit applications. Omnicast is the video surveillance system of the Security Center, Genetec's unified security platform, and the only video surveillance system certified as an approved product from the United States Department of Homeland Security (DHS). Using Omnicast, there is...

Avigilon Control Center Core is a new entry-level version of the company's award-winning network video management software, delivering advanced high-definition surveillance capabilities, ease of use, and superior image quality to small businesses. According to statistics from the Small Business Administration (SBA,) there are nearly 27.5 million small businesses in the United States alone. These small businesses-including retailers, convenience stores, and small office buildings-face security...

Videx's CyberLock Flex System Door and I/O module activates a variety of relay-based devices Videx won the "Best Building System Security Product" award for its new CyberLock Flex System Door & I/O module at the Worship Facilities Conference & Expo (WFX) in Dallas. Jim McGowan, Videx VP of Sales & Marketing, shares, "The award has great meaning for us and we appreciate all the time and effort that went into the selection process. We are honored that the...

 Efficient and reliable security systems will be high on the agenda at IFSEC India 2011 CNL Software, a world leader in Physical Security Information Management (PSIM) software, announced that it will attend IFSEC India in Pragati Maidan, New Delhi between the 8th and 10th December 2011. IFSEC India 2011 is aimed at bringing together security experts from various industries including financial services, infrastructure, public safety, law enforcement, retail, realty and hospitality all...

ONVIF held its annual meeting in Shenzhen, China in NovemberONVIF, the global leading standardization initiative for IP-based physical security products, announced that it held its annual meeting in Shenzhen, China in November, where speakers highlighted the progress of interoperability standards around the globe. Hosted at the Ritz Carlton Hotel in Shenzhen, ONVIF's annual meeting was organized in conjunction with the CPSE 2011 trade show, where ONVIF also held two networking events to provid...

 mobiDEOS Inc. announces its video surveillance solutions to Cheri's Cafe, St. Maarten IslandVideo surveillance and remote monitoring company mobiDEOS Inc. announces that Cheri's Cafe, a Caribbean restaurant and entertainment spot on St. Maarten Island, is using MobileCamViewer for business surveillance and remote video monitoring. The application has reduced costs for the owner by eliminating unnecessary calls and trips to the restaurant, while seamlessly integrating with an existing on-si...

  SightLogix presents Webcasts to educate the marketplace on the technology related to securitySightLogix, the leading manufacturer of video analytics systems for outdoor security applications, is presenting a webcast on advances in thermal analytic cameras that produce clearer images and greater accuracy at mainstream prices for perimeter security.The webcast, entitled "Thermal Analytic Cameras at Mainstream Pricing for Perimeters," will take place on Wednesday, December 7,...

 mobiDEOS Inc. announces its video surveillance solutions to Summit Sports Inc., a Michigan-based outdoor recreation         Video surveillance and remote monitoring company mobiDEOS Inc. announces that Summit Sports Inc., a Michigan-based outdoor recreation and sporting goods retailer, is using MobileCamViewer to monitor activity at its 50,000-square-foot distribution and receiving center in the Auburn Hills area.Summit Sports operates five retail locations and ten web...

 The market for video surveillance devices with chargeable VCA is forecast to growDespite the continued penetration of "free" video content analysis (VCA) in video surveillance devices, the market for "chargeable" VCA applications will continue to grow quickly. This is one finding from a recently published IMS Research report entitled "The World Market for Video Content Analysis in Security & Business Intelligence Applications". It forecasts that the m...

The gaming market has begun a rapid transition to high-definition surveillance solutionAvigilon, a leader in high-definition (HD) and megapixel video surveillance systems, recently announced its expansion into the growing gaming and casino market with the appointment of leading security gaming expert, Douglas Florence, CPP, as the company's Business Development Director of Global Gaming. With huge volumes of visitors and staff, large and diverse surveillance monitoring needs, a heightened thr...

 Using Avigilon analog video encoders, Bear Creek Mountain Resort has reducedsecurity-related costsAvigilon, a leader in high-definition (HD) and megapixel video surveillance solutions, recently announced that Bear Creek Mountain Resort and Conference Center in Berks County, Pennsylvania has deployed the Avigilon high-definition surveillance system to better protect its corporate assets and ensure the safety of its more than 315,000 annual guests. Bear Creek Mountain Resort replaced its ana...

Matrox Graphics Inc. and Trenton Systems recently announced three new Trenton video wall controllers, tested and validated for use with Matrox Mura™ MPX display wall controller boards. A single Mura MPX PCI Express x16 board facilitates video switching, signal conversion, scaling and de-interlacing across four inputs and four outputs, while combining multiple Mura MPX boards in a single Trenton system simplifies hardware required for larger video wall, digital signage & corporate...

Instek Digital a developer of enterprise video security solutions - with the focus on surveillance software and recording hardware - announces a new feature Monitor Group Function for MatriVideo- Video Management Software enabling, displaying, and monitoring multiple monitors within a single interface. The Monitor Group Function combines monitors and patterns together. The purpose of the Monitor Group function allows distributed users quickly view the same camera pattern on every monitor in the...

SightLogix, the leading supplier of outdoor area and perimeter security video systems, announces a new generation SightSensor that takes thermal video analytics to mainstream pricing. The new SightSensor builds upon its heritage of accuracy in the outdoors to produce the clearest thermal images and even better analytics at a greatly reduced cost.This significant price reduction brings thermal analytic capability mainstream with pricing per foot on par with fence sensors and visible cameras with...

 Women's Security Council will award women who have made it in the field of physical security The Women's Security Council, a network of successful security professionals focused on promoting the advancement of women in the industry, this week unveiled its Women of the Year awards programme. The inaugural initiative aims to recognize the top female professionals in the physical security industry in a variety of categories.The WSC Women of the Year Award recipients will be honored during ISC...

 Area Control v1.0 specification is the fourth system-oriented specification from PSIA The Physical Security Interoperability Alliance (PSIA) has announced the release of its Area Control v1.0 specification. This specification will standardize the communication into access control and intrusion products, making them truly interoperable with the overall security system. The Area Control spec gives an integrated solution that the industry needs to optimize security operations. This is the fou...

 The ONVIF specification is generating increased interest for security productsSynectics has demonstrated its commitment to providing customers with interoperable solutions by achieving ONVIF conformance.Synectics' Synergy™ security management software, Simplicity HVR/ NVR and the Primary Storage Node (PSN) range are now fully conformant with the ONVIF core specification 1.02.This guarantees full compatibility with any 3rd party ONVIF conformant IP cameras and video servers - a pool o...