IP security & surveillance news

Panasonic, a leading provider of integrated security and surveillance solutions for a wide variety of markets including education, food services and healthcare, as well as enterprises and government agencies, recently announced the general availability of its i-PRO SmartHD 360° panoramic 3.0 megapixel dome cameras. Recently introduced at the ASIS Conference in September, both indoor (WV-SF438) and outdoor IP66 rated weather and vandal resistant (WV-SW458) cameras are now available through au...

Panasonic has developed unique ‘micro colour splitters’, which separate the light that falls on image sensors by exploiting light's wavelike properties. Applying them to actual image sensors allows bright colour images to be achieved even under low-light conditions. This development makes colour filters unnecessary by using the micro colour splitters that control the diffraction of light at a microscopic level. Panasonic has achieved approximately double the colour sensitivity in com...

SECURE+ is a special designation to identify members who install home automation and integrated services The Electronic Security Association (ESA) announced winners of the ESA SECURE+ Awards. The awards showcase how SECURE+ integrators are making their customers’ lives not only safer and more secure, but also simpler, more energy efficient and convenient. SECURE+ is a special designation offered by ESA to identify members who install home automation and integrated servi...

Vivotek's net sales in local currencies increased by 16% compared to 2011 VIVOTEK recently announced its sales results for 2012, reporting revenue exceeding USD100 million for the year, the highest that the company has achieved. Net sales in local currencies increased by 16% compared to 2011. Spurred by rising security concerns due to the threat of terrorism and other factors, the IP surveillance industry has seen significant growth. In addition, advances in technology, such...

The IDIS website will provide a resource for detailed product specifications, customer support and case studies IDIS has launched a new website ahead of its DirectIP™ launch in May at IFSEC International. The new website reveals the new IDIS suite of high-definition (HD) cameras, network video recorders (NVR) and video management system (VMS) built on the game changing DirectIP™ framework. The website will provide a resource for detailed product specification...

The briefing will feature presentations and discussions hosted by key industry experts With changes to industry regulation and licensing set to impact the UK’s private industry later this year, the British Security Industry Association (BSIA) has organised an exclusive breakfast briefing to explore the impact of a changing regulatory regime. Free to attend and open to both members and non-members of the Association, the breakfast briefing will feature presentations and...

AMG-Panogenics, the British manufacturer of sophisticated Megapixel cameras, has developed SmokeCam360 – an ideal solution for 360 degree fisheye camera implementations in sensitive environments such as care homes, hospitals, nurseries and more. Sara Bullock, International Sales & Marketing Director of AMG Group says, “We have had a number of enquiries from clients looking for a camera solution which is un-obtrusive and fits into sensitive environments with minimal cost and effo...

Y-cam unveils the Cube, their latest professional grade wireless network camera range, providing VGA, 720p &  1080p HD resolution models, with IR night vision, Wi-Fi N and up to 64gb of on-camera storage, giving home or business customers the utmost in security, integration, design and reliability. Award-winning British wireless camera specialist, Y-cam Solutions Ltd, the leading provider of affordable and easy-to-use security cameras, have announced their new professional IP camera ra...

Mayflex the Converged IP Solutions distributor, is pleased to announce that  Paxton, the UK market leading manufacturer of electronic access control, is launching the free IP Access Control Bootcamp, to get infrastructure installers started in the security market. Mayflex is working closely with Paxton to encourage their established channel of infrastructure installers to take a look at the access control proposition from Paxton, which could easily complement their core infrastructure acti...

QNAP Systems, Inc. recently officially launched its latest business-class 12-drive rackmount Turbo NAS TS-1269U-RP. Featuring blazingly fast performance and well-rounded designs to ensure system reliability and rich business applications, the TS-1269U-RP is designed to fulfill mission-critical storage needs of small and medium businesses with maximum system uptime. The TS-1269U-RP is equipped with a Dual-core Intel Atom™ 2.13GHz processor, dual Gigabit LAN ports, and 2GB DDR3 RAM, deliver...

The agreement authorises AVAD to deliver the complete line of MOBOTIX IP technologies to the security markets MOBOTIX Corp., an industry-leading provider of high-resolution, network-based surveillance systems, recently announced a new distribution relationship with Avad LLC, an Ingram Micro subsidiary and a leading distributor of customer electronics and Pro AV products. The strategic agreement authorises AVAD to deliver the complete line of MOBOTIX IP technologies to the secu...

The conference is AMAG's annual education and networking event for security engineers and resellers AMAG Technology, an access control, IP video and intrusion detection (IDS) solution provider, will be hosting its 12th annual Security Engineering Symposium and Reseller Insight Conference, March 1-5, 2013 at The Loews Coronado Bay Resort in San Diego. The conference is AMAG’s annual education and networking event for security engineers and resellers.  Nearly 100 secu...

QSG delivers a fully integrated multi-discipline security management solution for police sites Quadrant Security Group (QSG), a subsidiary of UK-based Synectics plc, has secured a £2.7 million contract to develop and deliver security and CCTV solutions for Avon and Somerset Police. The contract represents the culmination of nearly two years of consultancy and design work undertaken by QSG, to deliver a fully integrated multi-discipline security management solution for s...

IFSEC International will continue to unite all parts of the security buying chain in the event UBM Live’s Protection & Management Series will be moving to ExCel London from June 2014, UBM Live recently revealed the overwhelming support received from the industry following the news. The response has been outstanding with visitors, exhibitors, key associations and media partners all expressing their commitment to IFSEC International in London 2014. Feedback received f...

ISD, the edge - based computing platform company announced recently that its award - winning Jaguar IP camera suite is now integrated with exacqVision Edge video management software for distributed or enterprise - class surveillance configurations. The integration demonstrates both companies’ commitment to open systems and edge-based video functionality. The exacqVision Edge server software runs directly on ISD cameras, eliminating the need for a separate VMS server. This unique approach...

The guide details the changes to the licensing and regulatory regime of UK's security industry The British Security Industry Association has produced a guide for end-users and security buyers, to help them understand the proposed changes to the licensing and regulatory regime of the UK’s private security industry, which are set to impact all companies that use private security personnel. From 2013 onwards, there will be a gradual change in the way private security compa...

Observint Technologies has developed a unique business model for the professional security industry to provide integrated, high-performance and high-value end-to-end system solutions. According to Brian Wood, President and CEO, Observint Technologies, “Earning and keeping our customer’s business in this competitive industry environment requires continued innovation in every aspect of our business.  It is more important than ever that our customer’s needs drive technology d...

BSIA is considered a natural partner for SfS as it looks to develop its business over the coming years The British Security Industry Association (BSIA) has recently announced a new partnership with Skills for Security, in a landmark move that brings the sector skills body firmly back within the remit of the industry. The move, approved by board members of both organisations, will see Skills for Security become a wholly-owned subsidiary of the BSIA, reversing the Association&r...

As the Vice President of North America Sales, Ms. Dougan will be responsible for all sales in the USA and Canada Arecont Vision, the industry leader in megapixel camera technology, announced recently that Carole Dougan, Arecont Vision's Vice President, Strategic Accounts, has been named Vice President, North America Sales. Ms. Dougan assumed her new responsibilities on January 1, 2013. As the Vice President of North America Sales, Ms. Dougan will be responsible for all sales...

Security Technology Live fills the gap in the national calendar created by IFSEC's shift to the south east Clarion Events, one of the leading players in the global security and defence event market, announce the launch of a new installer and channel facing event, Security Technology Live, which will be held at the NEC, Birmingham in May 2014. Security Technology Live has been developed through extensive consultation with exhibitors, associations and other stakeholders which h...

Schneider Electric announced the release and availability of its all-new Pelco Esprit® SE IP Integrated PTZ Camera System including both standard and pressurised models for video surveillance and IP network connectivity. Built upon the Esprit SE positioning system platform, the system now features dynamic window blanking, auto tracking, internal scheduling clock, electronic image stabilisation, and multi language menus – all formerly reserved only for high-speed domes. Designed and bu...

BSIA's Expert Council states Intersec 2013 saw the highest ever turnout of UK security companies at the event Members of the British Security Industry Association's Export Council, who exhibited at the recent Intersec 2013 exhibition in Dubai, are reporting a high level of visitor interest in the wide range of innovative UK security solutions, from integrated systems to access control, CCTV, perimeter protection, intruder alarm and power supply technology, on display during th...

Tamron Co., Ltd. an integrated manufacturer of optical products and a leader in the security market, has released the Model 300QV-P-CM, a mega-pixel IP Panorama Camera 180-View, a new type of security camera with a fish-eye lens that delivers a 180° horizontal angle of view. Development concept The security market has recently experienced upgrades of installation infrastructure, and the installation of highly convenient IP cameras is expanding. There are also a large number of customers wh...

The partnership offers more flexibility and system components for video surveillance solution eneo is continuously developing the versatility of its IP products through new partnerships and alliances with leading providers of video management software. Since Symphony Release 6.10.1 (mid-November) the feature sets of all current eneo IP camera series are fully integrated in Aimetis software products. eneo therefore registers a further gain in terms of multi-vendor compatibility...

Visitors and exhibitors will enjoy doing business in a world-class venue UBM Live, recently announced that the UK-based Protection & Management Series – including IFSEC International, FIREX International, Safety & Health Expo and Facilities Show – will move from Birmingham’s NEC to ExCeL London in June 2014. The decision comes at the end of a 12 month period of research and consultation with stakeholders across all communities, which resulted in over...

American Fibertek is currently positioned to capitalise on recognised market trends Over the past 25 years the global physical security market has dramatically changed in scope and grown in size. This development, driven in part by evolving technology and continually improving infrastructure, has kept the industry at the forefront of the major international analysts’ watch lists. Among the select group of players who have successfully adapted to the changing industry lan...

The division focuses on designing integrated IP solutions for a variety of security and surveillance applications The UK's leading supplier of IP systems for security and surveillance - CCTV Center - announces that they are launching a new business division called Nexus Connect. The new division has been built on a concept specifically developed to focus on designing sophisticated integrated IP solutions for a variety of security and surveillance industry applications and offe...

The 18.12 conference is being supported by a number of expert speakers from the security industry Mercury Security, Northern Ireland’s largest independent security company, and Tavcom Training, the UK security industry’s leading training organisation, are jointly orchestrating a conference for security professionals at the La Mon Hotel and Country Club in Castlereagh, near Belfast, on 7 March, 2013. The 18.12 Conference is being supported by a number of expert spe...

This partnership provides storage technology to the security market with a powerful video surveillance solution Hikvision, the global leader of video surveillance products and solutions, is proud to announce a mutually beneficial partnership with Western Digital the world's leading manufacturer of hard disk drives (HDD) to customise HDDs. This partnership not only facilitates the development of storage technology, but also provides the security market with a powerful video sur...

The multi-language “next generation” campaign is appearing across a range European titles and outlets IDIS has rolled out a new advertising campaign featuring its next generation high-definition (HD) video surveillance due for launch in May at IFSEC International. The multi-language “next generation” campaign is appearing across a range European titles and outlets through a series of full-page print and on-line banner advertisements. The series inc...