IP security & surveillance news

 Raytec supports installers of network cameras with a range of illuminators directly powered from PoE With security professionals increasingly adopting network and megapixel cameras, lighting specialists Raytec have released a new White Paper on the use of lighting with network cameras designed to fill a current knowledge gap in the industry.Every camera needs light to see and network cameras are no different. The new paper provides installers with an understanding of the need for dedicated...

 David Needham, Daren Lang, Viktor Svarm strengthen the Northern Europe team of Axis CommunicationsAxis Communications, the global leader in the network video market has further strengthened its sales, business development and training teams with three key appointments.In response to the increasing demand for network video and its impressive end of year results announced, Axis has created a number of positions in its Northern Europe team which covers the UK, Ireland and the Nordic countries...

 MOBOTIX opened a demonstration and meeting room at London's iconic Gherkin office complexMOBOTIX AG, a leading manufacturer of digital high-resolution, network-based video security systems has opened a new demonstration and meeting room at London's iconic Gherkin office complex which is fully bookable by any registered UK partner. Set in the heart of London's financial district, the new suite will showcase the entire MOBOTIX portfolio in a professional yet cutting edge environment within e...

 Nextiva® Retail Traffic Analytics™ from Verint recognised as best integrated security software solutionVerint® Systems Inc. announced that it has been awarded the 2011 "Tomorrow's Technology Today" award by Info Security Products Guide, an industry-leading information security research and advisory guide, in the category of integrated security software solution. This prestigious honour recognises security vendors with advanced, groundbreaking technologies and s...

Dr Dave Sloggett will debate on the implications of political changes from transnational terrorism in the westThe Counter Terror Expo being held in Olympia in April 2011 comes at a time of dramatic changes in the political landscape in the Middle East. In this piece Dr Dave Sloggett debates the implications of these political changes for Al Qaeda and how that may change the nature of the threat from transnational terrorism in the west. The horrific scenes of September 11th 2001 will not rea...

 Mission 500, a non-profit initiative driven by the security professionals Mission 500, a non-profit initiative driven by the security professionals dedicated to serving the needs of children and communities in crisis, has announced that Pelco by Schneider Electric will be recognised as the 2011 Mission 500 Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Award winner. Additionally, Barbara Holliday of Monitronics will receive the 2011 Mission 500 Humanitarian Award. The Awards will be presented at a...

Dan Eames, Operations Manager, receives the Project of the Year award on behalf of SeSys Ltd."Decentralised" MOBOTIX hi-res cameras a success, demonstrates partners at National Partner ConferenceSourceSecurity.com recently attended the much-anticipated MOBOTIX UK and Ireland National Partner Conference (NPC) at the Radisson Edwardian Hotel, Heathrow. The event consisted of technical and product releases, partner presentations, live demonstrations and the prestigious MOBOTIX Gala Awards...

Dr. Magnus Ekerot spoke about MOBOTIX's success and unique approach to marketing its productsMOBOTIX prepares to dominate IP security solutions with new products and foray into new market segments SourceSecurity.com attended the recent analyst briefing hosted by Mobotix AG at the Radisson Edwardian Hotel in Heathrow. Chief Sales Officer Dr. Magnus Ekerot, Project Manager Jorg Steuerwald, UK and Ireland Business Development Director Mike Lewis and International Marketing Director Peter McKee were...

 Schools will benefit with the latest guide on CCTV which was released by ADTADT announced CCTV security strategies as part of the "Security in Schools Series" to ensure the protection of pupils, staff and property. ADT, Europe's leading provider of electronic, fire and security solutions, has released a "Guide to CCTV in Schools" offering practical steps to deploying and managing CCTV systems across educational facilities. As part of the "Security in Schools Series...

 RapidKL public transportation has made its passengers even more secure by using NUUO surveillance solutionsNUUO, Inc. Central Management System takes care of high-end projects.With its integrated rail and bus network, RapidKL is Malaysia's largest public transport provider in the Klang Valley.  The service transports approximately 4.8million passengers every week, with 992 buses operating between 48 stations daily. Ensuring the safety of their huge passenger base during transit must b...

 Unipart's Monitoring and Response Centre was officially opened by Jeff Little OBE, Chief Executive, NSIUnipart Security Solutions Ltd, new Monitoring and Response Centre in Oxford was officially opened by Jeff Little OBE, Chief Executive of the National Security Inspectorate (NSI) at a ceremony which took place on 1st March, 2011."Today is a visible declaration that Unipart Security has set the highest standards of operation," said Jeff Little. "Early discussions with the NS...

 Ferrari 430 Scuderia sponsored by 360 Vision Predator CCTV will participate in the Avon Tyres British GT Championship 2011 Phil Burton and Adam Wilcox - podium finishers in the Avon Tyres British GT Championship in 2009 and '10 - are to return to the series this year with their Ferrari 430 Scuderia sponsored by 360 Vision Predator CCTV , the duo announced today. Often a qualifying pacesetter last season, Wilcox hopes that the bad luck which sometimes affected their race results w...

 Mobotix is known worldwide for its network camera technology and hemispheric surveillance solutionsMOBOTIX, an industry leading provider of high-resolution, network-based security solutions, has opened a state-of-the-art technology briefing centre at its North American headquarters. MOBOTIX will leverage the new venue to showcase its innovative technologies, and provide first-hand demonstrations on the benefits of the MOBOTIX decentralised network camera technology and its hemispheric surv...

 Vice President, Sales-Europe Ciprian Suciu will be responsible for the entire range of Infinova productsInfinova announced that Ciprian Suciu will be entirely accountable for Infinova business in Europe, including sales, technical support and operations. With aid from U.S. headquarters, Suciu will be responsible for the entire range of Infinova products, including IP, megapixel and analogue surveillance cameras and components, camera accessories, monitors, power supplies and fibre optic co...

   James Kelly, Chief Executive, BSIA said that selection of winners was quite difficult due to high standard entrantsThe regional winners of the British Security Industry Association's Annual Security Personnel Awards 2011 have been announced.The awards recognise the excellent work and vital contribution that those working in the security industry are making across the country, and are presented in the following categories: Service to the Customer, Outstanding Act, Best Newcomer, Best...

 The Bosch Video Solutions tour follows two routes covering northern and southern Europe separatelyBosch began its new Video Solutions tour in Copenhagen visiting cities across Europe and beyond. Aimed at system integrators, consultants, engineers and distributors, the tour gives people the opportunity to catch up with the latest in security solutions and experience them first-hand. People can also find out about the benefits and features of Bosch products directly from on-site specialists....

 Diebold is the top-level sponsor of SIA's Customer Appreciation Reception at ISC West, an international security eventThe Security Industry Association (SIA) is proud to welcome Diebold as the top-level sponsor of the SIA Customer Appreciation Reception at ISC West.Diebold, a leading security integrator that provides comprehensive protection and detection solutions to the commercial, financial, government and retail markets, is a long-time member of SIA, and V. John Stroia, vice president...

 Genetec was selected as one of the Montreal's Top Employers of 2011 Genetec, a pioneer in the physical security industry and a provider of world-class IP security solutions, announced that it has been selected for the 6th time in a row as one of Montreal's Top Employers. This special designation pays tribute to select Montreal-area employers that lead their industries in offering exceptional places to work.Organisations that enter this competition are evaluated by the editors of Canada's T...

  Arecont Vision is the first high volume megapixel security camera manufacturer to UL list its products Arecont Vision, the industry leader in IP-based megapixel camera technology, announced that a wide range of Arecont Vision megapixel camera models have achieved UL listing by Underwriters Laboratories, Inc. under the UL-60950-1 standard for Information Technology Equipment. Arecont Vision is the first high volume megapixel security camera manufacturer to UL list its...

 The full HD camera technology offered by SANYO captures superb quality imagesSANYO believes that installers, system integrators, consultants and specifiers need to see for themselves the superb quality of the images which can be captured by Full HD cameras. SANYO's stand C70 in Hall 5 at IFSEC 2011 will therefore be dominated by demonstration areas of the remarkable technology that can deliver evidence grade video, as well as minimise installation costs by reducing the number of cameras re...

 ASIS 2011, the leading security event, will feature the latest security technology and innovationsASIS International, the largest organisation for security professionals worldwide, announces that Jeb Bush, former governor of Florida, and Vicente Fox, former president of Mexico, will be keynote speakers at the ASIS International 57th Annual Seminar and Exhibits (ASIS 2011), to be held Sept. 19-22 (Monday-Thursday) at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Fl.As the 43rd G...

 Gary Harmer, Security Sales Director, Mayflex In 2011, Mayflex is coming to IFSEC as a trusted IP advisor, with an aim to help both those new to IP obtain a greater understanding and also to support those already established IP players through their expertise and experience.In Hall 4, Stand C20, Mayflex will be helping anyone who is new to IP by offering basic introductory advice and answering any initial queries. They will also be showcasing their best in class products and design solutio...

 Next Level Security Systems, a developer of a new breed of unified, networked security solutionsNext Level Security Systems, a developer of a new breed of unified, networked security solutions, has announced that its full product line is now available to members of PSA Security Network, the world's largest electronic cooperative representing security system integrators.The PSA Security Network is an organisation that encompasses more than 200 electronic security systems integrators and ali...

  Honeywell provides HM Technologies Ltd with full member status in its Trained Specifier Certification (TSC) programme Honeywell announced that HM Technologies Ltd, a leading independent UK security consultancy, has achieved Full Member status of the Honeywell Trained Specifier Certification (TSC) programme.The Full Member certification recognises the substantial investment made by HM Technologies Ltd in training its staff on Honeywell security products to ensure opti...

 Optex Europe will exhibit its complete perimeter protection offerings from its REDWALL to Fiber SenSys rangesLeading detector business Optex Europe will be showcasing its complete perimeter protection offering from its REDWALL and Fiber SenSys ranges at the Counter Terror Expo at the Olympia in London on April 19th and 20th.Included on the stand will be the award winning REDSCAN laser detector which when mounted vertically, creates a 60-metre detection area that functions li...

 IQinVision has established a new product warranty programme with standard 5-year "bumper-to-bumper" warranty IQinVision, market leader in high-performance HD megapixel IP cameras, announced a new product warranty programme that represents the best in the industry.IQinVision has established a standard 5-year "bumper-to-bumper" warranty on the IQeye Alliance-mini dome camera line and a 3-year warranty on all other IQeye cameras. Unlike other manufacturers in the industry,...

 Compro Technology and Seedonk together launched the wireless network video monitoring camerasCompro Technology, a leading manufacturer of PC-TV, digital audio/video, and IP security products for the IT and consumer markets and Seedonk, a platform for viewing, managing and sharing camera feed over the Internet, announced a partnership that will provide consumers with the latest line of high-quality, high-definition wireless network cameras for video monitoring. The Compro wireless network c...

  Aimetis has released the latest version of Aimetis Symphony 6.5 which has enhanced its sales and performanceAimetis Corp., a global leader in intelligent IP video management software, announced that it has increased unit sales by 40% in 2010 compared to 2009. It also reported that it expanded the number of global reseller partners by 67% to more than 400 globally, in more than 100 countries.Enterprise projectsIn addition, while its channel initiatives remained strong, Aimetis al...

 Protex Arabia 2011 will provide the platform for safety and security market in Saudi Arabia which is growing fast thereSaudi Arabia is the second largest market in the world, with a $97 billion forecast spend on homeland security alone over the next 8 years; equating to a massive $12 billion per year on projects in a rapidly evolving market. The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has 24 separate agencies and organisations employing more than a quarter of a million people; there is priority for instal...

 British Security Industry Association, the trade association for the professional security industry in the UKThe Coalition Government published the Protection of the Freedoms Bill, following an announcement by Deputy Prime Minister Nick Clegg. In the Bill, reference is made to the forthcoming appointment of a Surveillance Camera Commissioner, and to the stipulation of a Code of Practice for the CCTV industry.The CCTV Section of the British Security Industry Association (BSIA) - the trade a...