IP security & surveillance news

At the Security Essen show, Sony Professional is reinforcing its leadership of the HD IP security camera market by exhibiting its extensive solutions portfolio. The HD range has been bolstered by ten new product additions following recent launches at IFSEC. The expanded portfolio includes five new full HD E series cameras and five HD and Full HD X series cameras. Through the introduction of these new models, Sony has completed its HD and full HD line-up, which now stands at 28 products for a var...

Over 75 banks and credit unions have switched to March Networks' security solutions in the past 18 monthsMarch Networks®, a global provider of intelligent IP video solutions, surpassed the 400th financial customer milestone with the announcement that U.S.-based Community Bancshares, Inc. has selected a comprehensive March Networks Financial Solution to augment security and stem losses associated with fraudulent transactions, ATM skimming and other crimes. Community Bancshares, Inc. is one of...

Lumenera's Li045 intelligent network cameraLumenera Corporation, a leading manufacturer and developer of high performance digital cameras and custom imaging solutions for scientific, industrial and surveillance markets, is proud to announce that 125,000 digital cameras have been sold since its inception in 2002.Eight years after opening its doors, Lumenera marks the 125,000th camera that was manufactured from its corporate headquarters in Ottawa, Canada. To date, over 1,250 camera variants have...

Together, the two companies offer an enhanced surveillance solution to integratorsFluidmesh Networks, a worldwide leader in wireless IP Backhauling systems on the sub-6.0 GHz range, and MOBOTIX, a global leader in high-resolution IP video security cameras, have entered into a technology partnership. Together, the two companies offer an enhanced solution to integrators. As Cosimo Malesci, Vice President of Channel Sales & Marketing for Fluidmesh explains: "We are partnering with Mobotix...

Grandstream's GXV video surveillance product line supports VoIP/SIP standardsGrandstream Networks, the leading manufacturer of IP voice/video telephony and video surveillance solutions, announced new firmware supporting broadened ONVIF interoperability with various third party surveillance products and new feature enhancements such as support for WiFi (802.11n) adapter and remote door opener to strengthen its award-winning GXV series of IP video surveillance cameras. A supporter of global networ...

The new Panasonic programme is a 3-tiered membership programmePanasonic System Networks Europe (PSNE) announced the launch of a new Solutions Partner Programme in the UK and worldwide.The programme is designed to build on and extend the feature and functionality set already present within the existing Panasonic voice systems solutions. It is open to companies and developers who focus in specific areas of the telephony solutions market not already addressed by Panasonic."Today no compan...

The winners will be recognised at ASIS 2010, the security industry's leading event ASIS International, the pre-eminent organisation for security professionals worldwide, has selected its 2010 ASIS Accolades winners. ASIS Accolades is an awards competition that recognises the security industry's most innovative new products, services, and/or solutions.ASIS invited exhibitors at the ASIS International 56th Annual Seminar and Exhibits to submit new technology, product, or service...

Brickcom's Megapixel Fixed Box Network CameraOnSSI, the market leader in open-architecture, intelligent IP-based video surveillance software, announces integration of their Ocularis physical security information system (PSIM) platform with Brickcom Corporation's megapixel network cameras. The Brickcom FB-100A Fixed Box camera and the Brickcom FD-100A Fixed Dome camera have H.264 video compression to reduce bandwidth and storage requirements, and also support M-JPEG and MPEG-4 compressi...

It is forecast that over 10 million security cameras will be shipped for domestic consumption in China in 2010In 2010, approximately 10% of Chinese security camera market revenues will come from the sale of network cameras. IMS Research has issued this forecast in the newly published report "The China market for CCTV and Video Surveillance Equipment - 2010 edition". It is forecast that over 10 million security cameras will be shipped for domestic consumption in China in 2010. Network s...

Eyseo IP dome cameras with 1.3 megapixels resolutionABUS Security-Center is presenting new Eyseo IP dome cameras with a resolution of 1.3 megapixels at the Security 2010 in Essen. These network dome cameras are ideally suited for retrofitting premises and for monitoring shops and businesses. The IP dome cameras are available with LAN or WLAN connections and also as vandal-proof outdoor models or as indoor versions with and without IR LEDs. One highlight is the decentralised and inexpensive SD ca...

Spectra HD Video PTZ High-Speed DomePelco by Schneider Electric is pleased to announce many new products, which will be exhibited in October at the ASIS International trade show in Dallas, Texas. Show attendees are encouraged to visit the Pelco booth (number 2209) for a chance to win one of three Apple iPads (must be present to win) and to enjoy free refreshments. The following are among the new products slated for display at the show: Camclosure 2 Series Fixed Dome CamerasThe all-new Camcl...

 Avigilon is the performance and value leader in high definition (HD) and megapixel video surveillance systemsAvigilon, the performance and value leader in high definition (HD) and megapixel video surveillance systems, announced that it has been ranked among the Deloitte Technology Fast 50™, a ranking of the 50 fastest growing technology companies in Canada, based on the percentage of revenue growth over five years. Avigilon's revenues increased 33,664 percent from 2005 to 2009 - maki...

There is growing demand for video surveillance in mid and low-end applications in BrazilIn a recently published market study "The Latin American Market for CCTV and Video Surveillance Equipment", IMS Research has concluded that Brazil is the largest and fastest growing market in Latin America for video surveillance equipment - and one of the fastest growing markets globally. Large scale security projects ahead of the 2014 World Cup and 2016 Olympic Games are fuelling much of the demand...

ONVIF is the leading standardisation initiative for IP-based physical security productsMulti-vendor demonstration of ONVIF conformant network video products at trade showMore than 200 ONVIF conformant products on the marketThe leading standardisation organisation extends ambition and scopeONVIF, the leading standardisation initiative for IP-based physical security products, announces that it will host a public demonstration of interoperable products at the Security Essen trade show in Germany on...

ABUS' TVVR35010 and TVVR45020 - the two new Eytron network digital recordersAt the Security 2010 trade fair in Essen, ABUS Security-Center is presenting two new Eytron NVR network digital recorders: the TVVR35010 for recording up to eight IP cameras and the TVVR45020, which can record up to 16. This makes them ideal for the uncomplicated monitoring of homes, businesses, offices and hotels.These nine, location-independent network digital recorders are easy to install and start up - a connect...

VideoIQ's iCST line of streaming cameras and encoders VideoIQ®, the leader in video surveillance innovation, announced the addition of Holly Tsourides to its corporate team in the position of Vice President of worldwide sales. In this role, Tsourides will be responsible for driving global sales and distribution of VideoIQ's line of intelligent video surveillance systems, including iCVR-HD cameras, iCVR dome cameras, iCVR encoders, and iCST line of streaming cameras and enc...

SANYO currently manufactures ten different IP cameras including nine Full HD (high definition) camerasExacq Technologies is pleased to announce the recent integration of network surveillance cameras from SANYO North America Corporation, a subsidiary of SANYO Electric Co., Ltd. to the exacqVision VMS (Video Management System) software used with exacqVision hybrid and NVR servers.SANYO currently manufactures ten different IP cameras including nine Full HD (high definition) cameras. The e...

IPSA states that SIA needs to continue with its task of ensuring that the public is not placed unnecessarily at riskThe International Professional Security Association believes that the intention in the leaked government memo, which the BBC has obtained, paints an inaccurate picture of the security industry and that the abolition of the Security Industry Authority would be a severe step backwards.The security industry and the employees within the industry may welcome the financial relief of...

Andrew has successfully sold and overseen the installation of a number of high profile surveillance projectsAvigilon announced the appointment of Andrew Mooney as the company's Regional Sales Director for Western Canada. With extensive experience in the surveillance industry and an established network of customers and integration partners, Mooney will lead Avigilon's continued expansion in the region. Mooney joins Avigilon from CSS Marketing, a premier Manufacturer's Representative organisation...

MOBOTIX has developed a new market segment in the field of access control and IP door stationTo support the continuous strong growth of MOBOTIX AG, the Supervisory Board of MOBOTIX AG has decided on September 19, 2010 (subject to approval by the Annual General Meeting on expanding the Management Board), to appoint two additional members to the Management Board as of January 1, 2011 and to newly divide the departments. Lutz Coelen, who also managed the sales department on interim basis, will rema...

Composec will offer a series of product design solution seminars for security product manufacturersNearly 50 security component manufacturers and suppliers from around the world are exhibiting at CompoSec, the world's only event for component suppliers. The show will take place from 20 - 22 April 2011 at the Nangang Taipei World Trade Centre and will offer a series of product design solution seminars for security product manufacturers. The seminars are organised by Messe Frankfurt New Era B...

Mike Newton, CEO of CCTV specialist, AD GroupA fourth place in the Silverstone 1000 kilometres, the final race of this year's Le Mans Series, was more than sufficient to secure an unprecedented second set of LMP2 titles for RML AD Group. With a total of 75 points, the team's regular pairing of Mike Newton, CEO of CCTV specialist AD Group (the parent company of Dedicated Micros), and Thomas Erdos reclaim the drivers' title they last won in 2007, while RML AD Group also collect the 2010 LMP2 team...

Hikvision's embedded NVRDS-9616NI-SHHikvision Digital Technology Co., Ltd., the leading supplier of digital video surveillance products, announced the release of its industry-leading embedded NVR - the DS-9616NI-SH - at the Essen 2010 show to be held October 5th to 8th in Essen, Germany.The Hikvision DS-9616NI-SH NVR is a new generation of network video surveillance product designed for high quality megapixel recording, mass storage and high-definition, real-time monitoring. Built on an embedded...

The two high-resolution camera systems are fully based on IT standard technologieseyewatch GmbH, a German manufacturer of high-resolution intelligent IP video server cameras, presents two newly developed high-tech products for the first time at the Security Exhibition 2010 in Hall 7, Stand 923. The two high-resolution camera systems are fully based on IT standard technologies. For the first time this allows to migrate applications to the eyewatch camera platform which were previously reserved fo...

The alliance concentrates on the implementation of end-to-end IP-based CCTV systems in the Nordic regionMirasys Ltd., a provider of open platform digital CCTV and video surveillance solutions, announced a partnership with Teletec Connect, a distributor of electronic security products to professional installers and integrators. The strategic alliance will concentrate on the implementation of end-to-end IP-based CCTV systems in the Nordic region, covering Sweden, Norway and Finland. Mirasys has a...

Infinova Argentina has donated megapixel cameras, IP cameras, a DVR and software to the programmeInfinova announced that Infinova Argentina has donated megapixel cameras, IP cameras, a DVR and software to a new university programme in Rosario that includes video surveillance in its IT programme. In addition, under the Infinova Argentina banner, its integrator is providing literature, power point and their technical manager's time as the professor for the classes. Attending the signing celebratio...

The range included new 1 megapixel indoor dome, 1 megapixel outdoor bullet etc.One of Australia's largest computer distribution companies and also VIVOTEK's local partner, Altech Computers, unveiled a new range of VIVOTEK cameras at Security 2010 trade show which was running from 1-3 September. The range included new 1 megapixel indoor dome, 1 megapixel outdoor bullet and 1.3 megapixel full body camera's recording at a full 30 frames per second (PAL) with real-time resolution and night visibilit...

VIVOTEK will introduce their new video server and network video recorder VIVOTEK Inc. would like to extend a very special invitation to join them at the Security Essen, held in Essen, Germany, from October 5 to 8, 2010.At VIVOTEK's booth, they will showcase "SUPREME" Series network cameras with advanced features, including products with high definition 2-, 3-, 5-megapixel resolution, HD 60fps and Supreme Night Visibility. These advanced technologies guarantee uncompromised image q...

Effective working partnerships between police and private security companies result in budgetary savingsWith budget cuts across the public sector recently announced by the Coalition government, police forces across the country will be faced with increased pressure to cut costs while maintaining an excellent level of service to local communities. The private security industry can do much to help police forces overcome this challenge, especially when it comes to protecting national and regional in...

 A Provideo network video recorder (NVR)Provideo has officially become one of ONVIF members. It has joined ONVIF to make its network video products compliant to the global interface standards.The ONVIF specification will ensure interoperability between network video products, regardless of manufacturer, by defining a common protocol for the exchange of information between network video devices including automatic device discovery, video streaming and intelligence metadata. With the right an...