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 Sentry 360 Security, Inc. publicly released its open architecture SDK to the IP Video security industry The point of 360-degree panoramic video is to solve the problem of blind-spots and poor resolution by reducing camera (CCTV) counts and delivering complete situational awareness.Two forms of Sentry 360's SDK have been developed; a high-level and a low-level API. The High level API is designed to work exclusively with Sentry 360 devices. By combining the best megapixel sensor technol...

 International CTIA WIRELESS 2009® International CTIA WIRELESS 2009® closed after a riveting keynote address by former Vice President Al Gore, who emphasized that the wireless industry is “one of the great success stories in the American economy.” The continued development of wireless infrastructure is a key indicator fueling the communications revolution. Gore noted that the U.S. has the most competitive wireless industry of any nation in the world, and “because o...

 The Security Industry Association (SIA) has identified three data communication protocols as standards for electronic security devicesThe Security Industry Association (SIA) has identified three data communication protocols as standards for electronic security devices as part of an effort to improve the ability of the devices to work with each other.Access control, video surveillance and other components of security systems often use communication formats that are incompatible with each ot...

  New strategies emphasize video solutions provider's commitment to service, simplicity and integration SAMSUNG | GVI Security announced that it has reconfirmed its commitment to providing exceptional  service and support during a time of off-shore product expansion, rapid technology change, increasing supply risk and a widening gap for reliable and quality support. GVI considers simplifying this increasingly complex environment to be a top priority. "Our channel par...

 AES-IntelliNet announced that Jerry Phillips has joined as Sales Manager for South Central USA RegionAES-IntelliNet announced that Jerry Phillips has joined their sales team managing the South Central USA Region. Based in Memphis, Tennessee, Jerry's territory will include Kansas, Oklahoma, Texas, Missouri, Arkansas, Kentucky, Tennessee, Mississippi, Alabama, North and South Carolina, Florida, and Georgia. In this capacity, Jerry will be responsible for reaching out to e...

 Cogent Systems and  Keyscan Inc announced distribution and OEM partnershipCogent Systems and Keyscan Inc., a market leader in manufacturing premium access control hardware and software, announced today a distribution and OEM partnership. As part of this agreement, Keyscan will provide an extensive North American-wide distribution network for Cogent's BioGate line of commercial biometric readers for physical access control (PACs) solutions.Keyscan's distribution network...

 New initiative for RISCO Group in the U.S. market is industry veteran Len Friedman, who has been appointed President and CEO of RISCO Group USA RISCO Group, a leading provider of integrated security systems, launched a new initiative for 2009 with a presence at ISC West to showcase their new vision, along with their evolving suite of security management solutions. Leading the new initiative for RISCO Group in the U.S. market is industry veteran Len Friedman, who has been appointed Presiden...

 The newly designed website extends the reach of AFI's popular V'nes Video Network Enterprise Solutions by serving a broad audience Visitors to the American Fibertek, Inc. (AFI) booth at this year's ISC West got the opportunity to get a hands-on demonstration of the resources available through the company's recently re-designed website. The newly designed website extends the reach of AFI's popular V'nes Video Network Enterprise Solutions by serving a broad audience of architects and enginee...

  Siemens is to rationalise and consolidate a number of its productsAt a time when most manufacturers are increasing prices in order to combat reducing revenues and high import costs, Siemens Building Technologies has taken a more strategic view, which offers direct benefits to its customers. As a result of continually monitoring and evaluating its entire product portfolio Siemens is to rationalise and consolidate a number of its products, whilst still providing customers with the choi...

Texas Restaurants enhance surveillance by upgrading to DVRs from Bosch End user: Pizza properties and QSR Burgers Pizza Properties, Inc. and QSR Burgers, LLC are in the limited service family dining segment of the hospitality industry doing business under the name of its pizza and entertainment and fast food hamburger franchises. The company is headquartered in El Paso, Texas, and owns 40 Peter Piper Pizza and 34 Burger King franchises throughout the state. The restaurant ch...

Enterprise system solutions reinforce Risco Group USA's new business initiativeRISCO Group USA, a leading provider of integrated security systems, showed their suite of converged security and building management solutions at ISC West 2009 in support of the company's new initiative. Featured offerings include the company's SynopSYS™ Integrated Site Management Platform; ProSYS™  IP based Security System, the WatchOut™ Reliable Outdoor Detection Solution, and the AGM™&...

American Fibertek displayed enhanced and expanded product suite at ISC West 2009American Fibertek, Inc. (AFI), the security industry's leading independent supplier of transmission solutions for security applications, made a strong showing at ISC West 2009 with enhancements to their V'nes Video Network Enterprise Solution and new fiber optic transmission solutions. Additionally, the company launched its new website that combines expanded functionality and ease of navigation to create a productiv...

 Major manufacturers' agreements with OnSSI to deliver enhanced solutions On-Net Surveillance Systems, Inc. (OnSSI), the market leader in non-proprietary, open architecture IP-based video surveillance software solutions, announces the formation of a number of strategic partnerships that integrate a range of best of breed solutions to deliver even greater value to customers."Our open architecture umbrella enables us to partner with the leading technology providers in the business,"...

 Vigilant Technology, global provider of IP surveillance and security solutions targets the US and APAC markets Vigilant Technology, a BATM Company and provider of intelligent IP surveillance and security solutions, has expanded its presence in North America and the Asia Pacific region by opening two new headquarters. The expansion will significantly strengthen the Company's presence in the respective regions.Both offices include a complete video surveillance control room where visitors can...

Genetec and ObjectVideo integration allows users to enjoy benefits of a more unified platform for analytics and video management ObjectVideo, the leader in intelligent video, and Genetec, the leader in IP security solutions, announced today that Genetec will integrate the ObjectVideo OV Ready™ protocol within its Omnicast video surveillance management solution to interface with ObjectVideo® OnBoard® device partners.OV Ready 1.1 is scheduled for implementation in Genetec's Omnicast...

Genetec announces the launch of their Integrated Technology Partner Program Genetec, a pioneer in the physical security industry and a provider of world-class IP security solutions, announces the launch of their Integrated Technology Partner Program. The program is aimed at effectively broadening Genetec's eco-system of value-added technology partnerships, offering end customers a wider selection of compatible hardware and software solutions.Genetec's suite of innovative solutions has been deve...

Grand Prairie Police Department, Texas installed a complete integrated IP Video solution from IndigoVision Grand Prairie Police Department, Texas, has transformed the way it uses CCTV after installing a complete integrated IP Video solution from IndigoVision. Replacing an ageing and unreliable VCR/analog system, which was used primarily for video archive, the new IndigoVision system is being used as an active tool to help manage the facility. As with most law enforcement facilities Grand Prairi...

IDenticard Systems' PremiSys™Access Control System IDenticard Systems' latest technology solutions build on the company's 30+ years of experience as a supplier of integrated security systems and products related to access control and personal identification. Aggressive product development efforts at IDenticard Systems are targeted to meet the industry's growing needs for improved performance and value.From custom-printed and security-enhanced ID cards to flexible ID badge software, integra...

Dortronics Systems, Inc. displayed its diverse range of door control hardware products for attendees at ISC West Dortronics Systems, Inc. displayed its diverse range of door control hardware products for attendees at ISC West - showcasing a wide assortment of immediately available, off-the-shelf products and custom-design capabilities to cater to any customer need. The company is spotlighting the programmability of its 4900 Series Intelligent Interlock Controller, the simplicity of its EZ-Acces...

 Pelco announces the integration of Digital Sentry Series with TAC's Vista solutionPelco and TAC are pleased to announce the successful integration of TAC Vista 5.1, the latest version of its VistaTM building management system, with Pelco's Digital Sentry Series of digital video recording systems. Both Pelco and TAC are companies of Schneider Electric, the global specialist in energy management.This integration presents building automation and video security data and alarms on a single scre...

 infinias, LLC launches Intelli-M® electronic access control business as a new and independent companyinfinias®, LLC has commenced operations from its new facility at 11091 Village Square Lane, Fishers, Indiana 46038. infinias is now taking orders and providing warranty support for Intelli-M products previously sold by Pelco, Inc. Pelco's access control customers must now contact infinias for sales and support."infinias, LLC is committed to our customer base and to providing co...

 OnSSI and Milestone have signed an ‘ingredient OEM' (Original Engineering Manufacturer) agreement for open platform IP video management softwareOn-Net Surveillance Systems, Inc. (OnSSI) and Milestone Systems today announced a partnering agreement between the two market category leaders for open platform IP video management software. OnSSI and Milestone have signed an ‘ingredient OEM' (Original Engineering Manufacturer) agreement, where the Milestone XProtect IP software platfor...

Pelco and Lenel Systems International teamed to create a powerful, integrated access control and video security system Pelco has had a number of their IP-based camera solutions certified by Lenel Systems International for use with OnGuard® security management software and NVR systems by Lenel and is a member of the Lenel OpenAccess Alliance Program.This certification continues to demonstrate the Pelco commitment toward openness, while allowing the company's suite of IP-based camera solution...

 The Federal Court of Canada dismiss patent infringement claims against DSC Tyco Safety Products Canada Ltd. (also known as DSC), the manufacturer and supplier of DSC® home security products in more than 140 countries, today announced that it has prevailed in a major lawsuit involving certain legacy DSC alarm panels. In a lengthy judgment, the Federal Court of Canada dismissed the patent infringement action filed in 2004 by a competitor, Paradox Security Systems Ltd.The Federal Court of...

Kim Langstrom appointed as New Avigilon Managing Director for Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA) Avigilon is exited to announce the appointment, at the beginning of March, of Kim Langstrom to the newly created position of Managing Director for the company's EMEA operations. Prior to joining Avigilon, Langstrom held the position of Vice President at Mirasys, Ltd-a leading European provider of open platform IP and analog video surveillance solutions-for the past five years. Langstrom has also...

 Avigilon becomes member of Lenel OpenAccess Alliance Program Avigilon announced that the company's Control Center software received Lenel factory certification for their interface to the OnGuard solution by Lenel. Now a member of the Lenel OpenAccess Alliance Program, Avigilon is able to offer its customers integration between Avigilon's HD and megapixel video surveillance systems and the OnGuard solution. OnGuard delivers access control, ID credential issuance and management, alarm monito...

 Lumenera is continually exceeding customer expectations in providing high quality and innovative products Lumenera is proud to offer and deliver products that consistently meet and exceed our customers' standards and expectations. Many consumers of Lumenera's high performance digital cameras test each shipment and rate our performance based on delivery time and quality. Organizations differ in how they rate their suppliers and which measurement criteria they use. Examples of the standards...

 The SAS 70 Type II certification assures customers that a service provider's controls and processes provide reasonable assurances of service levels and data securityBrivo Systems, LLC, the leader in Web-hosted applications for access control and video, announced successful completion of a SAS 70 Type II information security audit. The SAS 70 Type II certification assures customers that a service provider's controls and processes provide reasonable assurances of service levels and data secu...

SALTO Systems now provides optimum locker security and cashless environment at Water World in Denver, CO.Water World, one of the largest water parks in the US, has partnered with SALTO Systems to have the latest in locker security and to offer their customers greater comfort and ease in making purchases throughout the property by using the Salto's "cashless environment" solutions.The 65-acre water park, features thrilling rides like Journey to the Center of the Earth, Flatline and Zoom...

 Ingersoll Rand Security Technologies announce Truman Public Schools deploy Schlage bright blue web-enabled access control softwareIngersoll Rand Security Technologies recently announced that Truman Public Schools (Minn.) are using Schlage bright blue web-enabled access control software, Schlage multi-technology readers, Von Duprin exit devices and LCN door closers to limit access to the building that houses Truman's 500 students in grades K-12."We needed a system that we could afford,...