IP security & surveillance news

3xLOGIC expands sales team with Tim Bell as new Western Regional Sales Manager

Tim brings over 20 years of sales management experience in the Physical and IT security industries 3xLOGIC, Inc., a leading provider of integrated intelligent security solutions, recently announced Tim Bell is the latest addition to the company’s growing sales team. Tim brings over 20 years of sales management experience in the Physical and IT security industries. He has spent the last 10 years managing territory start-up sales in the video analytics and video surveilla...

DVTEL webinar launch for United VMS 6.4 platform

Technical webinar to be conducted on 11 Feb 2015 will cover features and benefits of United VMS 6.4 DVTEL announces the general availability of our United VMS 6.4 platform. The United VMS 6.4 platform allows to monitor all of their systems - whether Latitude, Horizon, or Meridian - concurrently, remotely, or locally over any network type. Features & benefits Monitor all of their systems - Latitude, Horizon, or Meridian - in real-time, concurrently, remotely, or lo...

mobiDEOS announces new IP- and cloud-enabled surveillance platform – Universal Cloud Network Enabler

mobiDEOS recently announced a new IP- and cloud-enabled surveillance platform, UCNE, that can leverage existing and new analogue infrastructure while cost-efficiently transitioning systems to the network. mobiDEOS is now extending UCNE’s capabilities to deliver a cost- and time-efficient video verification solution for alarm dealers by working with central stations. Alarm verification has been mandated by many law enforcement agencies, and UCNE makes it affordable for all end users&m...

QNAP 10GbE-ready TVS-x71U series Turbo vNAS for mission-critical storage needs

QNAP® Systems, Inc. announced the release of the new 10GbE-ready TVS-x71U series Turbo vNAS, including the TVS-871U-RP and TVS-1271U-RP. Delivering high performance, scalability options and a wide array of business applications, these models easily fulfill mission-critical storage needs, with persistent throughput to balance resource-demanding applications. The TVS-x71U series supports QvPC Technology that enables users to directly access stored data, monitor live surveillance feed...

Security Industry Association to hold annual meeting "The Advance" at ISC West

The Advance will include awards for distinguished SIA Members in recognition of their accomplishments For the first time this year, the Security Industry Association (SIA) will hold its annual meeting The Advance at ISC West, produced by ISC Events in Las Vegas. On Tuesday, April 14, the program for The Advance will include awards for distinguished SIA Members in recognition of their accomplishments in the previous year, announced V. John Stroia, SIA chairman of the board. Fo...

Siemens enters strategic partnership with Milestone Systems to enhance security portfolio

The software’s technology is based on Danish IP video management specialist Milestone Systems With Siveillance™ VMS (Video Management Software), Siemens has introduced a video management solution that enhances the company's existing security portfolio. The strategic partner for this software is Danish IP video management specialist Milestone Systems, on whose technology Siveillance™ VMS is based. Siveillance™ comprises software-based security plat...

Highfield's latest learning resources feature updated security qualifications

A new range of learning resources has been launched by Highfield.co.uk to help educators and learners with recently updated security qualifications. The new qualifications were launched after a review into learning in the sector in 2014 by the Security Industry Authority (SIA) which affected licence-linked security units, and resulted in qualifications containing these being withdrawn and replaced with immediate effect on 1 January 2015. The materials – which have been written by securit...

CP PLUS retains number one position in Indian video surveillance market according to IHS report

The report positions CP Plus as one of the fastest growing brands in video security in India with an estimated market share of 21% CP PLUS, the Global Leader in advanced surveillance and security systems and solutions, and market leader with No. 1 market share in India, has retained its position in security industry. In its latest report on the Indian market for security and video surveillance equipment, IHS Technology, a well-known US based research firm identifies CP Plus as...

Tyco & Somfy join Thread Group's Board of Directors

Tyco will help with establishing widespread adoption of Thread Technology The Thread Group announced the addition of Somfy, the leader in home control products, and Tyco, the largest fire protection and security solutions company, to its Board of Directors. Thread is the new IP-based low-power wireless mesh networking protocol designed specifically for the home and the Thread Group is an industry alliance chartered with guiding the widespread adoption of Thread. The Threa...

Axis Communications releases year-end report January-December 2014

Axis Communications continues to see a strong performance in several emerging markets Axis: Year-end report January-December 2014 The fourth quarter Net sales increased by 16 percent during the fourth quarter to SEK 1,504 M (1,299). Net sales increased by 7 percent in local currencies Operating profit amounted to SEK 199 M (166), which corresponds to an operating margin of 13.2 percent (12.8) Profit after tax amounted to SEK 156 M (117) Earnings per share amounted to S...

AxxonSoft Axxon Next VMS version 4.0 showcased at Intersec 2015

AxxonSoft is proud to have participated in Intersec for the fourth time, this year from 18 to 20 January 2015 in Dubai, UAE. This year's event saw version 4.0 of the Axxon Next VMS, as well as the Axxon Intellect PSIM platform for creating comprehensive and customisable site-specific security solutions. Visitors also saw the Auto Intellect road safety and vehicle monitoring solution alongside Face Intellect facial recognition. In addition to software, at its stand AxxonSoft showcased a Safe Cit...

AirLive releases 720IR APPCAM day/night camera series for elderly care

Everyone can agree that families are the most important possession one has. And when one takes on the care of the elderly loved ones it can take a lot of time and energy. Now with the APPCAM family of video cameras from AirLive, the user can have the peace of mind that the elderly family members are safe and secure. With easy remote live viewing, the AirLive APPCAM helps families keep an eye on their loved ones while they are at home, with a nurse or maid, or a nursing home. AirLive APPCAM is an...

Avigilon announces appointment of Collis Heath as Senior Vice President of Global Operations

Mr. Heath will lead Avigilon’s operations functions, including quality control, supply chain, logistics and operational excellence Avigilon Corporation (“Avigilon”), a leading global provider of end-to-end security solutions, recently announced the appointment of Collis Heath to the role of senior vice president of global operations. Mr. Heath will lead and manage all aspects of Avigilon’s operations functions, including quality control, supply chain, l...

VIVOTEK launches IB8381, IB8381-E, FD8381-EV and FD8181 5-megapixel network cameras with enhanced image processing technology

Continuing its pursuit of the highest possible image quality, VIVOTEK has launched four new 5-Megapixel network cameras: the professional outdoor bullet network cameras IB8381and IB8381-E; the outdoor dome network camera FD8381-EV; and the indoor dome network camera FD8181. Equipped with enhanced image processing technology, these four new cameras provide excellent image quality and finer detail than ever before. Incorporating advanced features such as 3D Noise Reduction, Smart IR and Smart Str...

Video Insight increases School Security In-Kind Grant program fourfold for 2015

Video Insight to donate $1 million in grants to underfunded school systems across the United States Due to the incredible success of its 2014 School Security In-Kind Grant program, Video Insight – a leading developer of enterprise IP video surveillance software – has increased the program fourfold for 2015 and will donate $1 million in grants to underfunded school systems across the United States.  “We started this grant program last year in an effort t...

Wavestore enters distribution partnership with NBM Distribution

Under the terms of agreement, NBM will supply Wavestore's hardware based solutions to its customer base throughout EMEA region Wavestore, a leading global supplier of video management software (VMS), has agreed a distribution partnership with NBM Distribution Ltd. Under the terms of the agreement, NBM Distribution will supply Wavestore's hardware based solutions to its extensive customer base of installers and systems integrators throughout the EMEA region. NBM Distribution...

Schneider Electric ranks 9th in 2015 Global 100 Most Sustainable Corporations in the World

On a daily basis, Schneider Electric seeks to prove that economic, environmental and social interests are convergent Schneider Electric announces it ranks 9th in the 2015 Global 100 Most Sustainable Corporations in the World ("Global 100") Index. The index has been released by Corporate Knights, the Toronto-based media and investment advisory company, on January 21. Companies ranked in the Global 100 index are the top sustainability performers in their respective industri...

Help for Heroes chosen as The Security Institute Chairman's Charity for 2015

The Charity offers comprehensive support to British servicemen and women who have been wounded or injured in the line of duty The Security Institute is proud to announce that its designated Chairman's Charity for 2015 will be Help for Heroes. The Charity offers comprehensive support to British servicemen and women who have been wounded or injured in the line of duty, a cause that is clearly close to our heart in light of the fact that many of our members have served their coun...

British Security Industry Association survey highlights strong Middle East demand for UK security solutions

The survey also sought to discover which vertical markets were leading the way in taking up solutions offered by BSIA Export Council member companies New research carried out on behalf of the British Security Industry Association's Export Council in the lead-up to the recent Intersec 2015 exhibition in Dubai serves to underline the strong demand being seen in the Middle East marketplace for the latest security systems and solutions from UK businesses, despite the backdrop of i...

Axis Communications adds Andrew Martin to northern European senior management team

Andrew Martin joins Axis Communications as a retail business development manager Axis Communications, the global market leader in network video has made a positive start to the New Year with a key appointment to its northern European senior management team.   Andrew Martin, joins Axis as a retail business development manager and will be based in Watford. Following a successful early career with West Yorkshire Police, Andrew has worked in retail  security, loss...

INTERSEC Dubai 2015: Anviz Global UltraMatch iris-scanner & surveillance line a hit among Middle-East customers

Anviz drew high praise for theirexpanded surveillance line, whichattendees could try out themselves Anviz Global, a manufacturer of biometric technology products, would like to thank everyone who attended the INTERSEC Dubai 2015 in Dubai, UAE. The show has a reputation for being one of the biggest and most active security exhibitions in the world. This year, INTERSEC did not disappoint exhibition attendees or exhibitors. This year Anviz had a clear mandate heading into the sho...

Vicon introduces 12MP Sentinel HD camera

The 12MP Sentinel offers approximately 6 times the pixels in a standard HD 1080p camera, enabling greatly increased pixel density for the same scene. The camera is ideal for displaying real-time video on the new generation of UHD/4K monitors. Users can install fewer cameras to capture a wider field-of-view while maintaining the original pixel density. With its dual-core CPU, the 12MP Sentinel has unique on-camera processing capabilities to deliver multi-streaming forensic quality video with enh...

Corps Security appoints Ralph Davies as Business Development Director for its monitoring business

Davies will be responsible for implementing a strategic growth plan, and adopting a new market approach for its electronic security services division   Corps Security is pleased to announce the appointment of Ralph Davies as Business Development Director for its Corps Monitoring business. He will be responsible for developing and implementing a strategic growth plan, increasing revenue and adopting a new market approach for its electronic security services divis...

IP security solutions provider Genetec to support new Microsoft Cloud for Government

Genetec will discuss its hybrid-cloud solutions at the upcoming TechSolutions conference Genetec™, a leading provider of unified IP security solutions recently announced it will support the newly introduced Microsoft Cloud for Government. This new government-community cloud enables U.S. federal agencies and state and local governments to leverage Genetec cloud services, including Security Centre Cloud Archives, with the assurance that information stored in Azure Governme...

Protection 1 receives Central Station Alarm Association’s elite CSAA Five Diamond Certification

100% of Protection 1’s central station operators in Irving have passed the CSAA Central Station On-Line Operator Training Courses Protection 1, the largest full-service business and home security company in the U.S., recently announced that it has been awarded the Central Station Alarm Association’s (CSAA) elite CSAA Five Diamond Certification for its Irving, TX, call centre. In order to qualify for this certification, 100% of Protection 1’s central stati...

Security Institute helps raise £28,795 for its Chairman's Charity PTSD Resolution in 2014

The Security Institute also jointly raised £14,618.26 at the inaugural Joint Security Associations Annual Fundraising Event The Security Institute is delighted to announce that it helped raise £28,795.79 for its Chairman's Charity PTSD Resolution in 2014. It raised £14,177.53 at various Security Institute events during 2014. In addition to this amount, The Security Institute also jointly raised £14,618.26 at the inaugural Joint Security Associations Ann...

Sony announces the appointment of Marc Roth as its Channel Account Manager

Marc will be responsible for developing relationships with installers and integrators for both IP and Analogue solutions in the UK Sony’s video security division recently announced expansion of the UK team, appointing Marc Roth as Channel Account Manager (CAM). Marc will be responsible for maintaining and developing relationships with installers and integrators for both IP and Analogue solutions in the UK, together with the wider security team. Based at Sony’s UK...

Honeywell Security appoints David Paja as President

Paja joined Honeywell in 2003 and most recently served as vice president and general manager for Honeywell in India Honeywell recently announced the appointment of David Paja, 45, as president of Honeywell Security Group, effective January 19. Paja succeeds Ron Rothman, who is retiring from Honeywell to spend more time with family. In his new role, Paja will lead Honeywell’s nearly $3-billion global security business, which includes a broad portfolio of leading security...

Vicon appoints Jennifer Hones as National Distribution Program Manager

In this new role, Jennifer will create, implement and manage new distribution programs and channel development Vicon Industries, Inc.(“Vicon”), a leading manufacturer of video surveillance equipment, is pleased to announce that as part of our new strategic direction towards establishing a two-tier sales distribution model, Jennifer Hones has joined Vicon as National Distribution Program Manager. Jennifer brings successful project and partnership program experience...

Arecont Vision exhibits MegaView 2 IP megapixel bullet cameras at Intersec Dubai 2015

The MegaView® 2 IP bullet camera delivers STELLAR™ Low Light Technology to reduce motion blur Arecont Vision®, the industry leader in IP megapixel camera technology, has added a number of significant features to the company’s popular MegaView® 2 true day/night bullet style megapixel cameras. New features of the MegaView® 2 IP bullet camera being debuted at Intersec 2015 include Arecont Vision’s groundbreaking STELLAR™ (Spatio TEmporal L...