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Avigilon HD video surveillance solution captures footage of Santa Claus

HD surveillance footage of Santa Claus was captured during a routine field-testing experience Avigilon, a leader in high-definition (HD) and megapixel video surveillance solutions, confirmed recently that it has indisputable video evidence of Santa Claus’ existence. The high-definition (HD) surveillance footage, captured by Avigilon during a routine field-testing exercise, shows Santa Claus on the roof of a building in Vancouver, BC. “This is a sig...

Oncam integrates with Milestone Systems to give customers access to patented 360-degree technology

Oncam has developed a plug-in using the Milestone Integration Platform Software Development Kit Oncam recently announced an integration partnership with Milestone Systems giving customers around the world an interoperable surveillance solution and providing them access to the world’s best, patented 360-degree technology. Oncam has developed a plug-in using the Milestone Integration Platform Software Development Kit (MIP SDK) and has added its client-side de-warping into...

Industry Veteran takes over IQinVision's western sales region

IQinVision appoints new Western Regional Sales Director  IQinVision, market leader in high-performance HD megapixel IP cameras, today announced the appointment of MatJenkins to the position of Western Regional Sales Director for North America.  Most recently, Mr. Jenkins worked as a Western North America Sales Manager at one of the top North American megapixel camera manufacturers. He has also been involved in sales and solutions development for commercial accou...

Axis Communications works with StopLift to clamp down on self-checkout theft in stores across the UK

StopLift's analytic technology works with Axis cameras to detect scan avoidance Axis Communications, the global market leader in network video, is working with StopLift, a leading point of sale (POS) analytics developer whose technology is used in Tesco, to clamp down on self-checkout theft in stores across the UK. The busy Christmas shopping period is well underway and stores are packed with shoppers buying gifts and stocking up on festive food and drink. However, with 30% o...

Oncam’s new OnVu360 mobile application enables total situational awareness

Oncam, the innovator in 360-degree surveillance cameras, technology and security solutions, announces the world’s first– OnVu360. A mobile application, available on iTunes, that for the first time ever, enables users to fully experience surveillance through 360-degrees, in full HD and in the palm of your hand. OnVu360 enables total situational awareness, wherever you are, at your fingertips— literally. Never before have customers had this kind of experience, enabling 24/7 acce...

Vemotion offers integrated solution to transmit low bandwidth video images to and from the Tecton recorders

 Vemotion IP wireless video encorder have been integrated with Tecton DVR / NVR products Vemotion Interactive, specialists in live video transmission over low bandwidth connections, recently announced that they have agreed a technical integration project with Tecton.  Tecton will integrate with the Vemotion IP based wireless video encoders so that Vemotion video streams can be recorded by their DVR/NVR products in a control room environment.  The solution pro...

Mission 500’s integrated marketing campaign inspires security professionals for charitable cause

The goal of the campaign is to inspire security professionals and/or their employers to sponsor at least one child Mission 500, a non-profit initiative focusing on the security industry and dedicated to serving the needs of children and communities in crisis, is continuing its integrated marketing campaign beginning in January 2013. Mission 500’s media partners have again joined in offering their support in the form of over US$125,000 in print and electronic media placem...

March Networks Command VMS integrates with Bosch’s line of advanced video surveillance cameras

March Networks is committed to pre-integrating its open Command VMS with best-in-class security products and system March Networks, a global provider of intelligent IP video solutions, is pleased to announce that its Command video management system (VMS) software is fully integrated with the Bosch line of advanced video surveillance cameras. The certified integration provides March Networks Command™ systems integrators and customers with additional flexibility when selec...

DVTEL's ONVIF-­compliant solutions allow integration with variety of manufacturers

DVTEL enables users to leverage their security technologies for uses beyond traditional security functions DVTEL Inc., the video surveillance solutions provider, has announced its initiative to provide open systems solutions through its compliance with various ONVIF specifications and through close collaboration with other manufacturers. This initiative highlights DVTEL's commitment to open systems, enabling the development of best-in-class surveillance systems using technolog...

ASIS International holds its 6th Asia-Pacific Security Forum & Exhibition in Hong Kong

The event gathered 243 senior security professionals from 28 countries ASIS International held its 6th Asia-Pacific Security Forum & Exhibition on 3-5 December 2012 at the Grand Hyatt in Hong Kong. The event gathered 243 senior security professionals from 28 countries. The event was officially opened by Eduard Emde, CPP, President of ASIS International.  The conference kicked off with Dr. Richard Weixing Hu, Associate Professor at the University of Hong K...

Moxa releases new VPort p26 outdoor IP dome camera for harsh outdoor installations

Moxa announces the release of a new IP dome camera that enables more reliable video surveillance performance in harsh outdoor installations.    Able to operate in temperatures ranging from -40°F to 122°F without a fan or heater, the Moxa VPort P26 outdoor IP dome camera is housed in an exceptionally rugged metal enclosure with IP66 rain/dust protection and an IK10 vandal-resistant dome cover. The camera is designed to withstand impacts of up to 20 joules or approximately the i...

IFSEC India and Homeland Security India 2012 attracts close to 250 exhibitors from over 20 countries

The exposition featured commercial, homeland security and fire safety technologies The recently concluded sixth edition of South Asia's largest security exhibition – IFSEC India and Homeland Security India 2012 – ended on a highly successful note at the India Expo Centre, Greater Noida. The three-day (Nov 1-3) exposition boasted close to 250 exhibitors from over 20 countries displaying the most cutting edge commercial, homeland security and fire safety technologies...

IFSEC South Africa wins the 2012 EXSA Award for the Best Trade Exhibition

IFSEC South Africa bags the Best Trade Exhibition award in the 6,000-12,000 sq.m. category IFSEC South Africa, the biggest commercial security, homeland security and fire exhibition on the African continent has won the 2012 EXSA Award for the Best Trade Exhibition in the 6,000-12,000sq.m. category. Held on Wednesday 21 November 2012 at Monte Casino in Johannesburg, the Annual EXSA (Exhibition and Event Association of Southern Africa) Awards evening brings the leading industry...

Survey reveals BSIA members consider the security industry to be a viable career option for those with a disability

BSIA survey shows members are keen to raise awareness on career paths available within the security industry Research undertaken by the British Security Industry Association (BSIA) has revealed that BSIA members consider the security industry to be a viable career option for those with a disability. This follows a recent survey launched to gauge the industry’s perceptions of equality and diversity, coinciding with the International Day of Disabled People, which aspires t...

Panasonic’s WV-SP509 camera wins ‘‘Physical Security Solution of the Year’’ award at the Computing Security Awards

WV-SP509 camera possesses a host of smart features and full ratification from ONVIF Panasonic’s Professional Camera Solutions is pleased to announce that the WV-SP509 continued its streak as an award winning security camera on Thursday the 8th November at the Computing Security Awards. Computing Security is the sister publication of Network Computing and deals with the key issues that organisations face as they try to maintain secure networks in the face of new and old...

IMS Research: The world market for systems integration to grow at an average rate of almost 10 percent to 2016

The forecast finds mention in IMS Research's report, Security Systems Integration - World - 2012 Edition A new report from IMS Research (now part of IHS Inc.) has found that the transition to IP-based technology in the security industry is changing the role of its systems integrators. Factors such as an increasingly competitive environment as new IT integrators enter the marketplace, declining product margins, and the increased importance of networking knowledge, are all contr...

LILIN’s IPD-2220ES HD IP low profile camera compliments iMEGAPRO II range

The IPD-2220ES is a 2MP/1080P HD IP internal low profile camera that compliments LILIN’s established iMEGAPRO II range. Equipped with a 4.3mm lens, the IPD-2220ES is capable of streaming HD video at up to 30 FPS. Measuring just 105mm in diameter, it provides a small and discreet HD IP solution. Connecting the IPD-2220ES to your IP system is simple. Connect it to the NVR-116 and the installation wizard, WS Discovery, will automatically detect it. WS Discovery works to locate all IP cameras...

IMS Research: Vietnam to be the fastest growing video surveillance market in South East Asia

IMS forecasts Vietnam's CAGR to be 22.3 percent between 2010 and 2015 In its first edition report on the South East Asia video surveillance market, IMS Research (recently acquired by IHS Inc., forecasts that the Vietnam is fastest growing market between 2010 and 2015, at a CAGR (Compound Annual Growth Rate) of 22.3 percent. However, it should be noted that the market in Vietnam was estimated to account for less than 10 percent market share in this region in 2010.   South...

Samsung Techwin announces collaborative partnership with Pivot3

Samsung Techwin and Pivot3 will be offering a unified IP video surveillance solution for new and existing clients Samsung Techwin, a global supplier of video surveillance and security products combining superior performance and value, recently announced a collaborative partnership with Pivot3 wherein the two companies will offer a unified IP video surveillance solution to new and existing clients. The agreement follows a Pivot3 Series E round of funding led by Samsung Ventures...

FFT announces Moxa IP camera integration with its fibre optic perimeter intrusion detection system

Future Fibre Technologies integrate with Moxa's IP cameras Future Fibre Technologies recently announced the latest camera integration to their world leading fibre optic perimeter intrusion detection systems. This enhanced integration between FFT CAMS™ and Moxa’s IP cameras – including the latest Moxa Vport range of video surveillance products - delivers a seamless solution for controlling cameras when a perimeter intrusion alarm is received in mission-critica...

Schneider Electric announces relocation of Pelco’s IP and megapixel video security products facility

Schneider Electric’s Fort Collins facility is the development centre of Pelco’s popular line of Sarix cameras Continuing its commitment to providing customers with security solutions that allow for flexibility and control while meeting the demands of today’s security and technology requirements, Schneider Electric recently announced the relocation of its Fort Collins, Colo., facility, the centre of development for its Pelco IP and megapixel video security pro...

Diversity of forensic marking technology reflected in BSIA section re-brand

The Asset and Property Marking Section offers a forum for security firms whose products deter theft and other crimes The Cash and Property Marking section of the British Security Industry Association (BSIA) has updated its identity and revitalised its strategic objectives in recognition of the growing marketplace for forensic marking products. Now known as the Asset and Property Marking Section, the group offers a forum for security firms whose products deter theft and oth...

Brink's to sell event security operations in France and cash handling business in Poland

Brinks to sell its event security operations to Groupe Ageparfi and cash handling business to Impel Security Polska The Brink's Company, a global leader in secure logistics, announced that it has agreed to sell its event security operations in France to Groupe Ageparfi, and its cash handling business in Poland to Impel Security Polska. Both transactions are expected to be completed in the first quarter of 2013. Brink's will continue to operate its airport security business in...

IPVideo to showcase new Mobile Command Center and Portable Video Surveillance unit at ISC East 2012

IPVideo will also demonstrate its latest version of C3 Fusion products suite for identifying security events IPVideo Corporation, a Physical Security Information Management (PSIM) Solutions and Video Management Systems (VMS) provider for more than 15 years that helps organisations proactively mitigate security risks while maximising return on investment, recently introduced two new industry leading security technology products to meet today’s continuing security needs an...

ABUS showcased more than 30 product innovations at the Security Essen 2012

The video solutions from ABUS attracted a great deal of interest from the trade fair visitors Several thousand trade visitors from 115 countries specifically sought out the ABUS trade fair stand in order to get a first-hand look at the new technical possibilities of the ABUS world of products. On roughly 528 m2 of exhibition space and a second exclusive trade fair stand that presented the new Ultivest wireless alarm system, the ABUS Group presented more than 30 product innovat...

Arecont Vision University develops online portal for reseller partner education

Arecont will provide Channel Partner Certification Programs consisting of online product training and tips Arecont Vision, the industry leader in IP-based megapixel camera technology, recently announced that “Arecont Vision University” has advanced to now provide an online portal for reseller partner education. Responding to the demand for the company’s popular Channel Partner Certification Programs (CPCP), Arecont Vision has developed an online learning cent...

A recent study by Axis reveals IT department plays critical part in adoption of IP surveillance systems

Nearly 50% of UK retailers said that the IT department is the key to them being able to harness all the benefits of IP surveillance systems according to a recent survey by the Centre for Retail Research (CRR) into current and future use of CCTV by retailers, commissioned by Axis Communications, the global market leader in network video. The research revealed that a lack of collaboration with IT and a clear return on investment was preventing nearly three-quarters of UK retai...

AxxonSoft demonstrates software solutions at Sicurezza Security Expo 2012

Radical features of Axxon Next VMS impressed visitors at Sicurezza Security Expo 2012 Software solutions from AxxonSoft were featured at the Sicurezza Security Expo, held from 7 through 9 November in Rho (Milan Province), Italy. Ritar, an Italian partner of the company, demonstrated several AxxonSoft products at its stand. Among the products were Axxon Next, a brand-new open-platform video management software (VMS) solution; the Auto Intellect vertical solution for traffic sa...

Salient Systems recertifies AMAG’s CompleteView v3.8 video surveillance management system

AMAG Technology, an access control, IP video and intrusion detection (IDS) solution provider, announces that Certified Partner, Salient Systems, has recertified its CompleteView v3.8 video surveillance management system with AMAG’s new Symmetry v7.0.1 Security Management System, which combines the latest generation of video management software with AMAG’s newest version of Symmetry access control software.  AMAG and Salient cooperatively tested and certified this integration. &...

Bosch Security Systems releases Video Client 1.4 viewing client and storage software

Bosch Security Systems, Inc. announces the latest release of its viewing client and storage software. Video Client 1.4 (BVC) from Bosch offers a number of enhancements—including improved search and support for advanced features of IP cameras from Bosch—to give customers more control over their video systems. The new version also adds support for ONVIF conformant cameras and an expanded range of storage solutions. With version 1.4, customers can conduct forensic and event contextual...