IP security & surveillance news

360 Vision partners with Meyertech to develop ONVIF compliant cameras

Promoting the company’s ethos of establishing close technical working partnerships, CCTV design and manufacturing company 360 Vision Technology, in conjunction with systems control company Meyertech, have developed fast & easy set-up, and deep control for 360 Vision’s range of ONVIF compliant cameras. An objective to develop product offerings Right from the outset, the manufacturers’ technical relationship has spearheaded an objective to develop product offerings from bot...

VIVOTEK FD816C-HF2 - world's smallest fixed dome network camera

VIVOTEK has launched a new recessed mount fixed dome network camera, the FD816C-HF2, the world’s smallest at only 60 mm wide. Despite its tiny size, the camera features 109° horizontal FOV and 30 fps at 2-Megapixel resolution, offering an ultra-compact design while delivering superb image quality. For spaces requiring discreet protection or where interior design is important, such as banks, retail stores, restaurants, and offices, the FD816C-HF2 is uniquely designed to be the ideal sol...

VCA expands sales team with Gary Mercer, Caglan Dilber and Ami Paz

The team to help installer and system integrator generate new revenue streams beyond the traditional security sector VCA introduces seasoned security professionals Gary Mercer, Çaglan Dilber and Ami Paz to strengthen its sales team on a global basis and support the launch of its new range of IP network video devices, featuring its highly acclaimed analytics technology. The team Gary Mercer, who will be based at VCA’s UK headquarters, has been appointed UK Sales...

inter airport Europe 2015 Innovation Awards now open for online voting

The products & services in areas such as energy efficiency, modern airports and baggage handling have been submitted inter airport Europe 2015, held from 6-9 October 2015, at the Munich Trade Fair Centre, will once again present Innovation Awards in the four exhibition categories interTERMINAL, interRAMP, interDATA and interDESIGN. The submission of entries from exhibiting companies at inter airport Europe 2015 is now closed. A variety of innovative products and services w...

All-over-IP Expo 2015 to witness latest security technology and innovations

All-over-IP Expo brings together recognised global ICT and security brands to educate local sales partners and end-customers Meeting the right people and getting hands on with the newest technology are central to the All-over-IP Expo experience. With new exhibitors joining the show in Moscow in 2015, local sales partners and end-customers have even a better opportunity. Latest innovations to be showcased In 2015, the latest innovations in video surveillance, data storage, ne...

TeleEye expands Chile footprint via distribution agreement with Drakon Chile

Through this agreement TeleEye Group will be deliver innovative technologies to the Latin American market TeleEye Group, a renowned pioneer in the development and supply of high-tech video surveillance systems and cutting-edge technologies with a global presence and Sociedad Comercial Drakon Chile Limitada (also known as Drakon Chile Ltda), a well established leader in the Chilean alarm systems market would like to announce their partnership in the distribution for the full ra...

Siqura, TKF at SPE Offshore Europe Conference and Exhibition 2015

Siqura and TKF complement each other in supplying end-to-end connectivity and surveillance solutions to offshore industries This September, Siqura, supplier of advanced video surveillance systems, and TKF, supplier of innovative and high-quality cable concepts, are attending the Offshore Europe Exhibition in Aberdeen on Stand 1D21. Both Siqura and TKF are part of the TKH Group N.V. They complement each other in supplying end-to-end solutions to the marine, oil and gas industri...

Dallmeier Panomera multifocal sensor technology for SPONSORs Sports Venue Summit

Dallmeier will demonstrate its patented Panomera multifocal sensor technology Dallmeier will present video security equipment for stadiums at the SPONSORs Sports Venue Summit in Hamburg. The 9th SPONSORs Sports Venue Summit will be held at the Hamburg Chamber of Commerce and Industry on 1-2 September 2015, with many interesting presentations and debates relating to sports venues. Besides the announced candidates for hosting UEFA Euro 2024 and the Olympic Games in Germany in 2...

ViconNet 8 video management software now available

Vicon Industries, Inc., trusted designer and producer of video security systems and high-performance IP cameras, announced the August 17th availability of the newest version of their popular video management software, ViconNet 8. This new version offers a more efficient system for managing video surveillance with faster and better organised video management and has strengthened the level of integration with all open-standard devices. In keeping with Vicon’s new directive to drive towards...

VIVOTEK CC8370-HV anti-ligature fisheye network camera

VIVOTEK announces the launch of its anti-ligature fisheye network camera, the CC8370-HV. This compact 3-Megapixel fisheye network camera features an anti-grip design, WDR Pro and vandal resistant housing which simultaneously ensures the safety of detainees and the efficiency of staff on duty. The CC8370-HV is specially designed for high security environments, such as detention houses, holding cells, psychiatric wards, and correctional institutions. Anti-ligature edges Recognising the growing n...

Axis strengthens UK sales and distribution teams with multiple appointments

Axis appointed Peter Dempsey, Katherine Bramwell, & Mark Eggett to strengthen its UK team and support the partner network Axis Communications, the global market leader in network video has made three new appointments to its UK sales and distribution teams. Key strategic appointments Peter Dempsey joins Axis as a Key Account Manager for the Irish market. Peter has over 23 years’ experience of the Irish security industry and a vast knowledge of network video. Prior...

Dantech range of ‘slim-line’ multipurpose power supplies record long-term reliability

Dantech Electronic Engineering, the manufacturer of specialist power supplies and ancillary equipment for security applications, has revealed an astonishing reliability record for their range of ‘slim-line’ multipurpose switched-mode power supplies - designed specifically for use within security applications. In production for over 10 years, the Dantech DA665 switched-mode range is space-saving models capable of supplying ultra-reliable 12v power for a multitude of applications. Ana...

FLIR appoints Amit Singhi as Senior Vice President, Finance, and Chief Financial Officer

Replacing interim CFO Dave Muessle, Mr. Singhi will oversee FLIR's global finance organisation FLIR Systems, Inc. announced that Amit Singhi has joined the Company as Senior Vice President, Finance, and Chief Financial Officer, replacing interim CFO Dave Muessle, who will remain Vice President, Corporate Controller and Principal Accounting Officer. Reporting to CEO Andy Teich, Mr. Singhi will oversee FLIR's global finance organisation, with responsibility over financial manag...

Zetron’s updated video management software at APCO Conference in Washington, DC

The video management software part of Zetron’s video surveillance system utilises a new user interface Zetron, a leading provider of mission-critical communications solutions worldwide, announced the release of updated video-management software that is part of Zetron’s Video Surveillance System offering. The Video Surveillance System includes a variety of IP-cameras, recorders, video-storage devices, and an integrated access-control system with badging functionalit...

Fibaro Home Center 2 home automation system US availability

Fibaro, a leading European manufacturer of wireless, intelligent home automation systems, announces the availability in the United States of Home Center 2, the centrepiece of Fibaro’s total connected home ecosystem.  Based on Z-Wave wireless technology, the Home Center 2 uses Fibaro and other Z-Wave sensors to provide complete control over hundreds of home automation devices and scenarios. As a result, the Home Center 2 brings a high level of convenience, safety and energy efficiency...

Security industry PR & marketing specialists, Graeme Powell Marketing supports Ilkley’s first Rally and Run

GPM have supported the event by supplying comprehensive promotional media at zero cost in order to raise over £800 Celebrating Yorkshire day on Saturday 1st August and raising funds for Hearing Dogs for Deaf People charity, security industry PR & Marketing specialists, Graeme Powell Marketing (GPM), supported Lessian Motors to host the first ever Ilkley Rally and Run. On the day, participants drove their vintage, classic, and performance cars around 100 miles of...

MicroPower joins ONVIF to develop universal IP standard for physical security industry

Micropower SOLVEIL HD solar-powered surveillance platform is expected to complete ONVIF requirements in Q4 2015 MicroPower Technologies Inc., an award-winning provider of surveillance solutions optimised for rapid, cost-effective deployment, recently announced that it has joined ONVIF, an open forum within the physical security industry that seeks to further the development and use of a global open standard for IP-based devices. Fulfilling ONVIF compliance Members of ONVIF h...

VIVOTEK IP surveillance solution for E+S+S 2015

The synergy of H.265 solutions and VIVOTEK's the IP9171-HP network camera will be highlighted at VIVOTEK’s booth VIVOTEK will be demonstrating its innovative, comprehensive, and groundbreaking IP surveillance solution at E+S+S, the Colombia International Security Fair 2015, held from August 19-21 in Bogotá, Colombia. Visitors to the Fair can find VIVOTEK’s booth at pavilion 11-16, stand 110. As part of its continued commitment to pursuit of the highest...

Electronic Security Expo 2015: Electronic security and life safety professionals connect

ESX recently announced its 2016 convention in Fort Worth, TX from June 8-10 The Electronic Security Expo (ESX) - the national trade event where electronic security and life safety dealers, integrators, and monitoring professionals connect, learn, and prepare for the future wowed attendees at its 8th annual event in Baltimore at the Baltimore Convention Center June 24-26. Once again, providing the perfect blend of networking, education, and technology focus, the event drew the...

All-over-IP Expo 2015: Agenda for Intelligent Video 2.0/Machine Vision Conference

Conference agenda covers fastest growing product segments and vertical applications All-over-IP Expo 2015 is pleased to announce the agenda for Intelligent Video 2.0/Machine Vision Conference, sponsored by Basler AG. In 2015, the East European and Russian video surveillance equipment market is worth a combined $595.1m. Russia accounts for approximately $300m. The global market for machine vision cameras has exceeded $4b; optics/lighting/frame grabbers for machine vision solut...

Honeywell expands HDZ Series PTZ range with IP 22x optical zoom 1080p version

Honeywell recently expanded its range of HDZ Series PTZ cameras designed to handle installations where continuous detailed surveillance at longer distances is essential. With an analogue version Now available is an IP 22x optical zoom 1080p version along with an analogue version.  The expanded HDZ Series is ideally suited for surveillance of cities, roads, airports, ports, government facilities, casinos, education campuses, stadia, critical infrastructure and industrial environments. Hon...

NICE Systems’ Physical Security business acquired by Battery Ventures

NICE’s Physical Security business unit provides video surveillance technologies to security-aware organisations NICE Systems has entered into an agreement to sell its Physical Security business unit to Battery Ventures, a technology investment firm, for a total consideration of up to $100 million, comprising of $85 million in cash and up to additional $15 million based on future performance. NICE’s Physical Security business unit provides video surveillance te...

Universal Protection Service acquires Guardsmark

The combination of Guardsmark and Universal establishes the largest U.S.-owned security services company Universal Protection Service, a division of Universal Services of America and a portfolio company of Warburg Pincus and Partners Group, announced recently that it has acquired Guardsmark. The companies together create the largest U.S.-owned security company. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed. Guardsmark background Based in Memphis, Tennessee, Guardsmark is one o...

Saudi Safety & Security international exhibition and forum to return in 2016

The 2016 event will focus more on industrial security, associated with safety and security protection of industrial facilities and assets Saudi Arabia’s leading security, fire and safety workshop and exhibition will return in 2016. The Saudi Safety & Security Forum and Exhibition 2016 will be taking place from the 16-18 May at The Dhahran International Exhibitions Center, Dammam, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. 2016 welcomes a rebranded SSS, including new logos and branded...

ASUSTOR's Surveillance Center to 2.3 upgraded

ASUSTOR Inc., a leading innovator and provider of network storage solutions, has announced that Surveillance Center has officially upgraded to version 2.3. All ASUSTOR NAS users with surveillance needs are welcome to download and experience this new version firsthand. “With the growing global demand for IP surveillance solutions, we are very excited to be launching Surveillance Center 2.3 to meet these demands,” said James Su, Product Manager at ASUSTOR. “This new version of S...

Victor Milani, CBC AMERICAS’ new Executive Vice President

Milani will direct sales and marketing for the North, Central and South America CBC AMERICAS Corp., a premier manufacturer of intelligent video surveillance systems announces a key executive promotion in the wake of continued growth and success in the Imaging Technology Division. Victor Milani, former Vice President, Corporate Strategy, has been promoted to Executive Vice President. Milani joined CBC in early 2013 and has been instrumental in fostering the growth of IP techn...

DVS latest Hikvision product catalogue available

Dedicated to the HIKVISION product range, the catalogue showcases the latest security technology on the market The July issue of the bi-annual DVS Ltd, HIKVISION only trade catalogue is available now. Dedicated to the HIKVISION product range, this catalogue showcases the latest technology on the market. The HIKVISION only issue is published 6 months after the DVS full product catalogue to accommodate the latest releases of the innovative company. DVS are the largest HIKVISI...

Hikvision Canada to open branch office in St.Laurent, QC

The new office, in St. Laurent, QC, will serve as home base for product support & technical support Hikvision, the world’s leading supplier of innovative and award-winning video surveillance products and solutions, is pleased to announce that the Hikvision Canada Inc. branch office will open on August 4. The office, located near Montreal, represents the company’s strong commitment to the Canadian market and speaks to its rapid growth in Canada, North America, a...

OnGarde trespass and vandalism school holiday warning

The OnGarde Rapid Deployment CCTV tower has floodlights to deter would-be trespassers and vandals before any crime is committed Security equipment firm, OnGarde is giving a timely reminder to estates and security managers about the heightened risks of trespass and vandalism over the school holidays. Hiring a Rapid Deployment CCTV tower brings down insurance premiums and protects even remote sites. Last year, Scottish councils alone spent more than £1 million repairi...

BSIA opens nominations for Security Personnel Awards 2016

The awards are a fantastic opportunity for our member companies to showcase the talents of personnel Members of the British Security Industry Association (BSIA) are being encouraged to submit their nominations for 2016’s Security Personnel Awards, with the deadline just over three months away. Awards serve contributions of security personnel These prestigious awards are presented every year in both regional and national rounds of judging. The awards serve to acknow...