IP security & surveillance news

The combination brings Anixter’s expertise in IP video surveillance to Tri-Ed’s customers Anixter International Inc. recently announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Tri-Ed, a leading independent distributor of security and low-voltage technology products from Audax Group (“Audax”) for a purchase price of $420 million. The acquisition is expected to be accretive to earnings in the first full year of operation, exclusive of t...

According to Key Note, the UK closed-circuit television (CCTV) market grew in value by 3.1% in 2012 and 5.8% in 2013 According to Closed Circuit Television, a new Market Update from business intelligence provider Key Note, the UK closed-circuit television (CCTV) market grew in value by 3.1% in 2012 and 5.8% in 2013. Key Note anticipates growth was driven by economic recovery and increased business confidence which has been fuelling demand for updated equipment and parts. New...

Access Direct is widely recognised for providing sales and marketing support across Canada Samsung Techwin America is pleased to announce that Access Direct Sales Inc. is its new manufacturer’s rep firm for Canada. Headquartered in Ottawa, Access Direct is widely recognised for providing comprehensive sales and marketing support across Canada for leading-edge manufacturers of IP-based solutions. “As a highly successful sales organisation with a reputation for prof...

IPVideo Corporation has been providing IP-based security solutions for over fifteen years The Electronic Security Association (ESA) is pleased to announce that IPVideo Corporation has pledged its support as a Silver-Level Executive Strategic Partner for the remainder of 2014. Available only to ESA associate members, the Executive Strategic Partnership program was established in 2008 to provide funding for ESA programs and initiatives that promote and enhance the industry. As...

Complimenting their popular range of analogue and HD-SDI CCTV products, professional trade only CCTV security products distributor COP Security, has announced the release of ‘Nexus’, a brand new range of IP cameras and NVRs. Reinforcing COP’s position as one of the UK and Europe’s leading CCTV distributors, the Nexus IP camera and NVR range offers products suitable for easy installation by those familiar with IP and those new to the technology. Offering Power over Ether...

The announcement follows DirectIP™ training for over twenty installers hosted at Security Supplies headquarters last month IDIS and Security Supplies, have signed a strategic partnership that sees the independent security systems distributor offering IDIS DirectIP™, the award-winning, full-HD surveillance solution, through its network of branches in the UK. The announcement follows DirectIP™ training for over twenty installers hosted at Security Supplies hea...

The 2014 "Partner of the Year" was awarded to Sound Communications Verint® Systems Inc. recently announced its 2014 Channel Partners of the Year during its annual Public Safety Partner Summit held in Chicago, Illinois in May. The awards honour partners that show exemplary performance in project wins, customer service and technical innovation. Partner of the Year for Mid-Market Enterprise Intelligence The 2014 “Partner of the Year” was awarded to Sound Commun...

Taking centre stage will be Siemens’ Aliro access control, Vectis iX IP-based video recording solutions and SPC intruder alarm range Security Products from Siemens has announced that it will be exhibiting at Security Essen 2014, which takes place between 23rd-26th September at Messe Essen, Norbertstraße, Germany. Security Products from Siemens will be situated in the Mailand suite, in the congress Centre. Taking centre stage will be three of the latest additions t...

Siqura presents ExPLORE, a new range of explosion-protected surveillance cameras designed for hazardous areas in the marine, oil and gas (MOG) industry. Siqura, a global supplier of advanced video surveillance solutions, recently announced the availability of ExPLORE, a new range of explosion-protected surveillance cameras. Combining Siqura’s trademark reliability with an extremely robust exterior, these cameras are the perfect choice for hazardous areas in the marine, oil and gas (MOG) i...

Future Cities Asia will bring together over 200 senior level executives Future Cities Asia, Asia's premier smart cities event will examine how harnessing technology can transform urban infrastructure. It is an initiative that will explore topics such as Smart Governance and Funding, Smart Energy, Smart Buildings, Smart Mobility, Smart Technology, Smart Infrastructure, Smart Healthcare, Smart Citizen and Smart Resilience for future cities. Future Cities Asia is taking place on...

14 companies out of the 95 applications will go into the final round for the "Oscar of Security Technology" An initial preliminary decision about the Innovation Award at the world's premier fair has been taken two months before Security Essen 2014. The expert jury for the Security Innovation Award chose the top candidates from 95 applications. 14 companies will now go into the final round for the "Oscar of Security Technology". Every two years, Messe Essen distinguishes pionee...

Pauline cites economic recovery and international demand for UK products and services as key drivers of industry growth Newly-elected Chairman of the British Security Industry Association (BSIA), Pauline Norstrom, has marked her appointment with a focus on raising stakeholders’ awareness of the value of quality and innovation over price. In her inaugural address to BSIA members and industry stakeholders, delivered at the Association’s Annual Luncheon earlier this...

Nisbet will be responsible for managing all aspects of the sales process in western North America 3VR, the video intelligence company, recently announced that Bruce Nisbet has been named the new Director of Sales for the Western U.S. Region. Nisbet will be responsible for managing all aspects of the sales process in western North America, including channel management, new customer acquisition, end user development, and management of the field sales teams. He will be serving t...

Meyertech’s INSPIRE Partner Program offers free training, sales support and marketing INSPIRE, created for systems integrators and installers of ONVIF open interface IP video management software worldwide. Welcome to Meyertech’s INSPIRE Partner Programme where superb relationships produce inspired results. The INSPIRE Partner Programme is formulated to power the business for growth by leveraging the products and resources of the UK’s leading ONVIF video man...

Cook will assume responsibility for the North American headquarters in Arcadia LILIN North America, the US entity of IP video provider, LILIN, recently named Joe Cook to the position of Vice President/General Manager of its North American operations. Cook will assume responsibility for the North American headquarters in Arcadia, California, including support and oversight of strategic direction, goals and growth objectives. A veteran of the video surveillance and IP video tec...

Bosch Security Systems, Inc. introduces the enhanced FLEXIDOME IP micro 2000 and 5000 cameras with a new three-axis lens adjustment feature, which allows installers to pan, tilt and rotate the lens. This capability gives installers more options for camera placement, allowing easy mounting of the cameras on a wall or ceiling, while maintaining a precise field of view. FLEXIDOME IP micro 5000 cameras deliver high-performance technology for a wide range of typical surveillance needs. These outdoor...

The Brazilian video surveillance market remains the largest, accounting for 40% of revenues in Latin America The Latin American video surveillance equipment market is forecast to see annual average growth rates of over 14%. This is despite ongoing economic uncertainty and civil unrest in Brazil, Latin America’s largest economy according to recently published estimates from IHS Inc. The Brazilian market remains the largest, accounting for 40% of revenues in Latin Americ...

Brian Wiser will lead sales, training, customer service and marketing organisations in North America Brian Wiser has been named president of sales – North America for Bosch Security Systems, Inc. In this position, he will lead the sales, support, training, customer service and marketing organisations in North America. Joining Bosch in August, Wiser will replace Jeremy Hockham, who will take on a new assignment for Bosch in Europe, effective October 1, 2014. In the inter...

icomply will fully integrated MOBOTIX technology into the V-TAS Pro software platform MOBOTIX AG, a leading manufacturer of digital high-resolution, network-based video security systems has released details of its partnership with icomply, the developer of V-TAS Pro, a Physical Security Information Management (PSIM) integration platform offering solutions for Critical National Infrastructure (CNI), Government, Retail and Transportation applications. V-TAS Pro provides a centr...

IDIS has announced the completion of integration between its total surveillance offering, DirectIP™ and SureView’s Immix® CS/CC video centric alarm monitoring platform, which correlates and manages unlimited video and other security systems alarms into a single unified platform. IDIS customers can now harness the power and high-performance DirectIP™ surveillance through their partner alarm receiving centres, central stations or in-house command centres.  The integrat...

Fred has a broad scope of experience working with clients across a wide variety of industry sectors Avigilon Corporation, a leading global provider of end-to-end security solutions, today announced the appointment of Fred Withers, FCA, former partner and chief development officer for Ernst & Young, to its board of directors and audit committee. Mr. Withers, who recently retired, has over 30 years of experience with Ernst & Young, including significant involvement in t...

Dahua’s HDCVI technology, the basis for HDcctv AT 2.0 standard, is open through the HDcctv Alliance Member I.P. Agreement The HDcctv Alliance is proud to announce that video surveillance technology leader ZheJiang Dahua Technology Co., Ltd., has opened its patented HDCVI technology – the basis for the HDcctv AT 2.0 standard – to the global video surveillance industry, through the HDcctv Alliance Member Intellectual Property Agreement. First introduced in lat...

MOBOTIX recently introduced the new thermal sensor modules for the S15D, being the first thermal devices to use MOBOTIX’ revolutionary dual flexmount video cable technology. This is available with all S15D upgraded to software version MX-V4.2.1.43. The flexible video cabling, weatherproof design and tiny footprint allows the two S15D thermal sensor modules to be installed into any location up to two meters away from a single S15D core unit. The advantage of using thermal sensor modules is...

With best in class performance, the IndigoVision Ultra 2K delivers rich, Full HD video and image clarity, in all lighting conditions. Even in pitch black, easily identify people or objects with powerful digital zoom and incredible image detail. The IndigoVision Ultra 2K, see everything, anywhere See Everything. With best in class performance, the IndigoVision Ultra 2K delivers rich, high definition video and image clarity, in all lighting conditions. See everything, anywhere. The Ultra 2K com...

IndigoVision’s solution was deployed in order to allow staff to monitor all 12 Brazil FIFA World Cup Stadiums from their control room The World Cup has drawn to a close, and Germany are not the only ones who can look back on a successful tournament. International events of this scale present a massive challenge in terms of homeland security. Not only do such events attract fans from around the globe, they also draw out criminals, increase traffic and are potential targe...

There will be at least 88 smart cities all over the world by 2025, up from 21 in 2013 The number of smart cities worldwide will quadruple within a 12-year period that started last year, proliferating as local governments work with the private sector to cope with a multitude of challenges confronting urban centres, according to a new report from IHS Technology. There will be at least 88 smart cities all over the world by 2025, up from 21 in 2013, based on the IHS definition of...

Norbain is pleased to announce the addition of the Axis F Series, a highly flexible, modular network camera series which includes extremely discreet HDTV 1080p cameras with wide dynamic range (WDR). The new series is ideal for cash machines, banks, shops and hotels, as well as rugged environments such as ambulances and police cars. This new series not only gives customers discreet surveillance solutions that provide high image detail, but also offers great flexibility in choosing the units that...

Pro-Vision Distribution is a distributor of branded CCTV and access control equipment Pro-Vision Distribution Limited, the distributor of branded CCTV and access control equipment, has recently been awarded ‘Master’ distributor status from the wireless transmission manufacturer, SilverNet. Managing Director of Pro-Vision Distribution, Peter Ford, told us, “We are delighted to have received this accolade from SilverNet. Their range has become increasingly pop...

HDMI technology rovides end users with a superior HD experience VIVOTEK is pleased to announce that it is now an official HDMI adopter. HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) technology is the global standard for connecting high-definition equipment, such as HDTVs, personal computers, cameras, camcorders, tablets, gaming consoles, smart phones, and any device with an HD signal. With the significant development and prevalence of consumer electronic devices, seven leading...

Garcia will be responsible for developing and managing all aspects of the marketing and communications strategy PSA Security Network® recently announced the addition of Kim Garcia as Director of Marketing. Garcia will be responsible for developing and managing all aspects of the marketing and communications strategy to support the company’s sales goals, educational programs, and member services. “The company already has a great reputation in the security indus...