IP security & surveillance news

David Dunlap joins CBC Americas as Southeastern Regional Sales Manager

Dunlap will be responsible for identifying growth opportunities in IP surveillance for the southeast coast of the U.S CBC AMERICAS Corp., a premier manufacturer of intelligent video surveillance systems is pleased to announce the addition of Mr. David Dunlap as Southeastern Regional Sales Manager, Imaging Technology Division. Mr. Dunlap is an industry veteran bringing more than 25 years of experience in the security industry, as well as other technology related segments. He h...

Pelco to exhibit VideoXpert's integration with Agent Vi's savVi video analytics platform at ASIS 2015

VideoXpert is Pelco’s leading-edge Video Management System (VMS) that sets a new bar for the user experience Pelco by Schneider Electric recently announced that they have teamed up with Agent Video Intelligence(Agent Vi) to integrate Pelco’s VideoXpert™ video management platform with savVi™, Agent Vi’s video analytics platform – a union that literally extends the performance and functionality of the already powerful VideoXpert VMS. Expandin...

Colin Wang, BDM, introduces integrated DIGIEVER & Axis Solution for surveillance applications

DIGIEVER & Axis bundle was showcased to all the partners at Axis Solution Conference 2015 Colin Wang, the Business Development Manager with DIGIEVER, a fast growing, Linux-embedded, open platform NVR solution provider, introduces “DIGIEVER & Axis Solution”. As being one of the partners in AXIS Application Development program (ADP), DIGIEVER has fully integrated with AXIS to bring the more advanced surveillance system to the users and help reach the possible...

VIVOTEK’s new 16 channel ND8422P PoE NVR for diverse surveillance applications

VIVOTEK is proud to announce the launch of its all-new smart and efficient ND8422P PoE NVR. With the full-features of a Linux- embedded system, this new NVR supports up to 16 channels of network cameras, and is equipped with 8 built-in PoE complaint ports. This advanced connectivity means users can connect cameras directly to the NVR without any additional hardware. The new ND8422P PoE NVR is also equipped with a fisheye network camera de-warping function, which makes it an ideal choice for a wi...

Oncam expands Americas headquarters in Billerica, Massachusetts

The Boston-area location will offer a highly branded environment for employees, customers and guests Oncam, the security division of Oncam Technologies and leading provider of 360-degree camera technology, announced recently it has expanded the headquarters for its Americas operations. The new location is indicative of the company’s sustained growth and is part of a corporate strategy to strengthen its presence in key markets across the globe.  Strengthening global...

Frank De Fina, Hikvision USA's Senior Director, passes away

De Fina also made his mark at several other companies, including Samsung-Techwin, SightLogix, and Hikvision Frank De Fina, a security executive whose career spanned more than two decades at Panasonic, died suddenly over the weekend. Since leaving Panasonic in 2008, De Fina also made his mark at several other companies, including security industry players Samsung-Techwin, SightLogix, and Hikvision, where he was employed at his death. 26 years at Panasonic A statement from...

Security solutions provider, Galaxy Control partners with four new manufacturers’ rep firms

Galaxy adds four new manufacturers’ rep firms to handle sales and support activities in markets Galaxy Control Systems, a leading provider of integrated access control, video and security solutions, has partnered with four new manufacturers’ representative firms to handle sales and support activities in markets that continue to show rapid expansion opportunities for the company. The new representative firms The new rep firms include: Bongiorno & Associates, I...

BSIA's new white paper - 'Information destruction in the public sector'

The paper is designed to provide the correct protocols in the destruction of sensitive items and materials The British Security Industry Association (BSIA) and its Information Destruction section are pleased to announce the publication of a white paper to be used by public sector entities. Provide correct protocols The paper is designed to be used as a guide for public sector agencies, and any organisation wishing to benchmark against that sector, to provide the correct...

IDIS appoints Charles Penning as Technical Specialist, will support DirectIP™ offering

The appointment supports growing IDIS customer base and partners, particularly supporting DirectIP full-HD surveillance offering IDIS has appointed Charles Penning to the position of Technical Specialist to support its growing number of customers and partners, particularly supporting the company’s flagship DirectIP™ end-to-end and plug-and-play full-HD surveillance offering. Based out of the IDIS European headquarters in London, Penning will strengthen the UK tech...

Cloud IP surveillance specialist, COMPRO appoints CFD Sales as distributor in Japan

CFD Sales will be offering the complete range of COMPRO's products and solutions to the Japanese market COMPRO Technology Inc., leading Cloud IP video surveillance solution provider, recently announced the appointment of CFD Sales as COMPRO's distributor in Japan. From now on, CFD Sales will be offering the complete range of COMPRO's products and solutions to the Japanese market. Established in 1974, CFD Sales is a one-stop-supplier where customers can buy various kinds of pr...

Seek Thermal and Kondor collaborate to offer thermal image smartphone camera in Europe and the UK

The new partnership will allow Seek Thermal the opportunity to reach the millions of people across the globe in Europe Through a partnership with Kondor, Seek Thermal, creators of heat seeking thermal imaging smart tools designed for consumer and commercial applications that save energy, time, and improve safety, announced that after winning the CE Week Innovation Zone Technovation Award and the Prism Award for Imaging & Cameras, their thermal image smartphone camera i...

Honeywell's MAXPRO Cloud wins 2015 ESX TechVision Challenge

Honeywell MAXPRO Cloud integrated video surveillance and access control security system wins ESX award 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 - announced the winner of ESX 2015 TechVision Challenge. ESX continues to highlight next-generation technology in the electronic security and life safety industry. This year, ESX...

Security systems training specialist, Tavcom offers 15% discount to all IPSA members

Tavcom offers courses to meet the training requirements of security professionals at all levels Tavcom, the world’s leading provider of accredited security systems training, is offering all IPSA members a 15% discount on its internationally accredited and recognised BTEC classroom, workshop and online training courses. IPSA IPSA ( International Professional Security Association) is a membership body which was formed over 50 years ago to ensure professionalism in th...

Vemotion, Synectics partner to integrate security video and streaming solutions

Vemotion with Synectics to integrate its video and streaming solutions with the Synergy command and control platform Wireless transmission technology specialist Vemotion has announced a key strategic alliance with a major global security brand. The Thirsk-based security group is working with Synectics to integrate its video and streaming solutions with the Synergy command and control platform. Synectics and Vemotion first came together on a project for Wakefield Council an...

FLIR Q2/2015 financial results: Revenue increases 6% over the prior year to $393 million

Security segment revenue was $60 million, an increase of 34% over the second quarter results last year FLIR Systems, Inc. recently announced financial results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2015. Revenue was $393 million, up 6% compared to second quarter 2014 revenue of $369.4 million. On a constant-currency basis, revenue for the second quarter was up 12% compared to the prior year, as foreign currency exchange fluctuations negatively impacted revenue by approximately...

inter airport South East Asia 2017: Dates confirmed

The 2017 edition will provide a wider range of airport equipment, technology, security, design, and service providers than ever before Organisers of South East Asia’s leading and largest event for airport professionals – inter airport – have announced the 5th edition of the South East Asian show will take place at Singapore Expo from the 15-17 February 2017. 2017 edition to be larger and busier After a successful return to the region in January 2015, wh...

IP video solutions provider Oncam appoints Justin Wheatley as VP, Product Management

Wheatley has extensive experience in developing dewarping technology for 360-degree fisheye cameras Oncam, the security division of Oncam Technologies and leading provider of 360-degree camera technology, announced recently the appointment of Justin Wheatley as Vice President of Product Management. In this role, Wheatley will ensure Oncam’s products are clearly and strongly defined, understood and represented in the marketplace, as well as developed to meet the evolv...

Surveillance solutions provider, MicroPower introduces online partner certification and training programme

Online certification provides strategic insights, knowledge and practical skills to successfully deploy SOLVEIL HD surveillance solution MicroPower Technologies Inc., an award-winning provider of surveillance solutions optimised for rapid, cost-effective deployment, announced the introduction of the company’s online partner certification and training programme. The initiative is designed to drive reseller success by delivering the technical expertise and support that ena...

MicroPower SOLVEIL surveillance solution showcased at Security Conference and Exhibition 2015

MicroPower has also announced availability of SOLVEIL surveillance camera for perimeter and outdoor applications in Australia MicroPower Technologies Inc., an award-winning provider of surveillance solutions optimised for rapid, cost-effective deployment, has announced the availability of the SOLVEIL surveillance solution in Australia. Technology and service provider Western Advance will align with MicroPower to address the growing need for perimeter and outdoor surveillance i...

Hikvision's SMART SOLUTION 2.0 Intelligent Video Surveillance technology

With the launch of Hikvision's SMART SOLUTION 2.0, the world leader in Intelligent Video Surveillance technology is raising the bar for the entire CCTV industry with increased performance, functionality, usability and business productivity. SMART SOLUTION 2.0 includes enriched Smart features across its entire range of industry-leading IP cameras, Smart NVRs and video management software, together with tailored applications specially designed to meet the individual requirements of key vertical ma...

Messoa, PlateSmart enter into integration partnership for effective license plate recognition solution

Partnership comes fresh on heels of Messoa’s exhibition of its latest HD IP cameras specifically designed for ALPR at IFSEC 2015 PlateSmart automatic license plate recognition (ALPR) software-only solutions are known for working with cameras across the spectrum of the security industry. Messoa, one of the security industry’s premier video camera manufacturers, has consistently produced cameras that work effectively with PlateSmart’s products, making for a str...

Business and home security company, Protection 1 names John Mendoza as Wichita branch's GM

Mendoza will be responsible for managing day-to-day operations for commercial and residential sales activities Protection 1, the largest full-service business and home security company in the U.S., recently announced that it has named John Mendoza to the position of general manager for its Wichita branch. Mendoza will report to Regional Vice President Robert Kerr. ”John has been a valuable part of the Protection 1 family for the past 12 years and during that time he has...

BSIA honours Robbie Jackson and Christopher Hunt with the Apprentice Installer Awards

The awards serve to recognise who represented the commitment of security companies Young apprentices Robbie Jackson and Christopher Hunt were recently presented with prestigious Apprentice Installer Awards by the British Security Industry Association  (BSIA). The apprentices were selected as award winners in recognition of their academic and practical success in the field of electronic security installations. Recognised the achievements of level two and level three...

COMPRO releases latest version of its cloud service C4Home 2.2

COMPRO Technology Inc., a leading Cloud IP Video Surveillance Solution Provider, recently announced the official release of C4Home 2.2, the latest version of its robust cloud service. C4Home 2.2 features new functions: iPad layout, scene selection mode, in-app cloud service subscription, IR configuration in app, and OSD configuration in app. iPad Layout With iPad layout, C4Home becomes a universal iOS app, which supports all iPhones and iPads. The biggest advantage of this amazing breakthrough...

IP video surveillance developer, Video Insight introduces ADVIDIA P-series cameras

Video Insight - a leading developer of enterprise IP video surveillance software and security products - introduces the new ADVIDIA P-Series, a high-performance IP camera line designed to deliver a new level of efficiency, and unparalleled streaming performance to meet customer needs in high-end installation deployments. The P-Series offers The P-Series consists of 4 different network cameras which include the ADVIDIA P-24 dome camera with 1080p full HD H.264 video at 60 fps; ADVIDIA P-25 weat...

Tyco Security Products launches affordable IP cameras and NVRs for small to medium sized businesses

Tyco Security Products, part of Tyco, the world’s largest pure-play fire protection and security company, announces a new range of IP cameras and NVRs that meets the budget of small to medium sized businesses, while satisfying their need for high-quality video surveillance. lllustra Essentials bullet and mini-domes cameras lllustra Essentials, which features 1 and 2MP resolution variants, including bullet cameras and mini-domes with IR LEDs and an indoor mini-dome option, is the latest a...

VIVOTEK IP surveillance solutions in cooperation with Genetec at Security Expo 2015

Visitors to the Expo can experience VIVOTEK’s latest H.265 network camera, IP9171-HP at Genetec's display VIVOTEK is proud to be taking its latest IP surveillance solutions to the 30th Security Expo, held from July 15-17 at the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre in Melbourne, Australia. VIVOTEK is excited to be cooperating with Genetec, Inc., a global unified IP security provider, and two local partners, Hills and O-Lin, to demonstrate a range of industry-leading...

IFSEC 2015 celebrates another hugely successful year

IFSEC welcomed 23,079 visitors through the doors, increasing attendance by 2% from 2014, driven by UK attendees IFSEC International 2015, organised by UBM EMEA, is pleased to announce another hugely successful year for Europe’s largest security event. Running from 16-18 June at ExCeL London, IFSEC International welcomed 23,079 visitors through the doors, increasing attendance by 2% from 2014, driven by UK attendees. Attracted an additional visitors IFSEC Internatio...

Vemotion highlights importance of sensitive security systems

Stewart says Vemotion can play a major role in assisting UK and other border forces Thirsk based global wireless video transmission specialists Vemotion believes the recent scenes in Calais highlight just how crucial intuitive security systems are in our modern world. Hundreds of migrants attempted to board lorries stuck in queues due to French ferry worker strikes, leading to tense contact between the migrants and police. Worryingly, members of the public were also at d...

Network video provider Axis Communications declares H1-2015 report

According to IHS report, Axis is still ranked as the clear market leader in network video in the Americas and EMEA regions The second quarter Net sales increased by 19 percent during the second quarter to SEK 1,616 M (1,355). Net sales decreased by 1 percent in local currencies. Operating profit amounted to SEK 117 M (188), which corresponds to an operating margin of 7.2 percent (13.8). Profit after tax amounted to SEK 83 M (139). Earnings per share amounted to SEK 1.19...