IP security & surveillance news

 This global initiative will give end-users more flexibility in designing IP video security systemsHoneywell has announced the Honeywell Open Technology Alliance, a group of global security manufacturers that will collaborate to increase interoperability between third-party IP systems and help businesses more easily secure and protect their facilities. As part of the initiative, Honeywell will work with security manufacturers to integrate their IP cameras and systems with its flagship...

  Optelecom announces a restructuring of  its sales team to encourage focus and growth in its global regionsOptelecom-NKF Inc., a leading global provider of Siqura® IP surveillance solutions, has announced it will restructure its sales team to support focus and growth in its global regions. Fabien Haubert has been promoted to the role of Senior Sales Director - Europe, Middle East and Africa. Chuck Queri has been promoted to the position of Senior Sales Director...

 Samsung Techwin has recruited Richard Roberts and Belinda Cartwright to the technical support teamBelinda Cartwright has been appointed European Technical Support Administrator and Richard Roberts as a Technical Engineer.Commenting on the appointments, Gary Fletcher-Moore, European Technical Manager for the professional security products division of Samsung Techwin Europe Ltd said: "I am very pleased to welcome Belinda and Richard to the team. We launched over forty new...

 The video demonstrates how the network cameras use thermal imaging to detect people and incidentsAxis Communications, the global market leader in the network video market and the first company to offer customers full-featured thermal network cameras for surveillance, has produced a video following the launch of the AXIS Q1910 and AXIS 1910-E Thermal Network Cameras this month. The video demonstrates how the network cameras use thermal imaging to detect people and incidents in compromised l...

  Avigilon is among the top 25 companies in British Columbia with the greatest potential for revenue growth Avigilon, the performance and value leader in high definition (HD) and megapixel video surveillance systems, is pleased to announce that the company has been named to Rocket Builders' 2010 "Ready to Rocket" list. The annual list names the top 25 privately held BC companies that are best positioned to capitalise on the 2010 technology sector trends that will lead them to...

  Ron Rothman has been named president of Honeywell Security GroupHoneywell has announced that Ron Rothman has been named president of Honeywell Security Group. Rothman will report to Roger Fradin, president and CEO of Automation and Control Solutions.In his new role, Rothman now leads the global security business, a leading innovator, manufacturer and supplier of electronic security technology protecting millions of homes, businesses and government facilities. Since 200...

 The seminar will be held on 18th February at University of Birmingham (9am - 1pm)Plustek Technology Inc., a provider of surveillance and imaging solutions, will host its third half-day seminar discussing network security and surveillance with network video specialists Axis Communications on Thursday, 18th February at University of Birmingham (9am - 1pm).Improvements in technologies for recording and transmission have opened up several revenue opportunities for mobile video surveillance dev...

 The event will enable you to discover how to optimise your offshore defence against pirates and kidnappersThere is under a month left until Arena International's Global Asset Security: Oil and Gas conference. The event will enable you to discover how to optimise your offshore defence against pirates and kidnappers through the latest technology in detection, response and prevention. Enabling you to protect your facility and staff. At the conference you will learn from industry experts inclu...

The BSIA announces the winners of the Annual Security Personnel Awards 2010 The regional winners of the British Security Industry Association's Annual Security Personnel Awards 2010 have been announced.The awards recognise the excellent work and vital contribution that those working in the security industry are making across the country. The awards are presented in the following categories: Service to the Customer, Outstanding Act, Best Newcomer, Best Use of Technology and Best Team.James K...

 Panasonic plans to change the trade name to Panasonic System Networks Co., Ltd.Following the announcement earlier in 2009 that reported Panasonic's decision to merge the business operations of Panasonic System Solutions, Panasonic Communications Company Ltd and Document Solutions to become Panasonic System Networks Europe (PSNE), Panasonic can provide the following European update.Simon Wright, Deputy Managing Director of PSNE, explains the advantages of the merger which is aimed at conver...

 The first course will be offered as part of the ISC West Education Conference in Las Vegas March 23-24Security professionals who want to learn more about project management but are not ready to take the Security Industry Association's Certified Security Project Manager (CSPM) course can now attend a new introductory programme.SIA's new two-day Introduction to Security Project Management presents students with the basic concepts and tools needed to manage electronic security projects effect...

 Jukka Riivari, CEO of Mirasys, which has announced a partnership with CCTV distributor ERNITECMirasys, the Finland-based developer of video surveillance management software, announces its pan-European partnership with specialist distributor of professional CCTV solutions, ERNITEC. The leading Danish surveillance product supplier has a full range of CCTV products including IP cameras from standard resolutions to wide choice of megapixel devices and will now offer Mirasys NVR Pro and Mi...

 Retailers can improve image quality with IP systems A survey by the Swedish Retail Institute that has been conducted on behalf of the Swedish Trade Federation in cooperation with Axis Communications, highlights three issues why retailers benefit from network video.Shop owners experience fewer thefts and robberies, and increased staff security. According to the survey, 66% of those who have installed surveillance said they feel the security for staff has increased, and more than half have e...

Chief Technology Officer at March Networks to speak about cost-effectiveness with IP surveillance Fabrizio Colciago, Chief Technology Officer, March Networks, recently detailed how organisations can achieve new levels of cost-effective fault tolerance in their IP video surveillance systems on January 17 at the Intersec 2010 trade fair and conference in Dubai, United Arab Emirates.During his presentation entitled "Fail Safe Recording Options for IP Edge Devices", Mr. Colciago...

 Siveillance SiteIQ delivers unparalleled situational awareness in any environmentSiveillance™ SitelQ™, the innovative real-time video surveillance solution from Siemens, offers several system enhancements with its new market package - MP3.6. This new version includes support of IP cameras, which helps reduce maintenance requirements while providing efficient, centralised management. In addition, the integration with the DELL PowerEdge R200 platform (including an embedded v...

 Sony now offers a comprehensive HD video security solution with its new HD camera rangeSony Professional has today announced that it is adding a new camera to its HD range. The SNC-CH240 Full HD Fixed camera has been launched at Sony's Power of Images (POI) event in Germany, broadening its HD portfolio. Following the launch of four HD cameras in 2009, the new camera completes Sony's HD camera offering. Customers can now choose from a full line up of HD cameras including fixed, minidome and...

  Nedap Security Management and Kapsch BusinessCom have announced partnership agreementNedap Security Management and Kapsch BusinessCom AG have announced that they entered into a partnership agreement to collaborate on the Austrian security market.System integrator Kapsch BusinessCom AG will become the new Business Partner of Nedap, the Dutch manufacturer of security management and access control systems. The agreement between both parties is aimed at expanding Nedap's activities...

 Axis AB's year-end report will be released on Wednesday, February 3Axis Communications has announced that the company will report a strong close to 2009 with interim net sales of SEK 2,300 million and an interim operating profit of SEK 308 million. Axis will thus present earnings that are significantly better than the market's expectations. The strong close to the year is due to a generally good inflow of orders as well as conclusion of deals relating to previously deferred projects....

  The new cameras use thermal imaging and integrate with video surveillance systems  Axis Communications, the global market leader in the network video market, has introduced Axis Q1910 and Axis Q1910-E Thermal Network Cameras, two unique products that perfectly complement any network video system that is required to secure an area 24 hours a day, seven days a week. The new cameras use thermal imaging, which allows users to detect people and incidents with great...

  Axxon has joined the global open standards industry forum ONVIF (Open Network Video Interface Forum)Axxon, the market leader in open network video management software in the EMEA region, has joined the global open standards industry forum ONVIF (Open Network Video Interface Forum). Axxon joins at the highest level as a full member at a time when the standards body has attracted more than 100 members and is going from strength to strength.ONVIF, which was founded in 2008 by leading ve...

 Emizon has expanded its sales team in the UKEmizon IP, the advanced CCTV and alarm communications monitoring service, is expanding its sales team in the UK with two new appointments. Barry Roberts, will be responsible for the North of England and Dave Mereweather will take on the South West and Wales. Barry joins from a long and successful track record in the IT industry and Dave brings with him over 20 years of experience in dealing with security installers."I am delighted to we...

  Arecont Vision has added Duncan Cooke and Martin Cowley to its sales team for Europe Arecont Vision, the industry leader in IP-based megapixel camera technology, has announced the addition of Duncan Cooke and Martin Cowley to further expand on its sales growth in Europe. Both Mr. Cooke and Mr. Cowley bring years of technology and industry sales experience to Arecont Vision, further strengthening the company's presence in Europe and a stronger emphasis on the security mar...

 The new network cameras and video recorders can be used in buses, trains, subway cars and emergency vehiclesAxis Communications, the global leader in the network video market, has introduced a complete, IP-based mobile video surveillance solution consisting of a new series of network cameras and a network video recorder for use in buses, trains, subway cars and emergency vehicles.Axis M31-R Network Camera Series and Axis Q8108-R Network Video Recorder are specially designed for easy a...

 Counter Terror Expo conference and exhibition will be held 14-15 April, 2010 in the National Hall, London OlympiaThe attempted downing of Northwest Airlines (NWA) flight 253 as it approached Detroit Metro airport on Christmas Day has exposed a fatal flaw in US intelligence gathering and dissemination and renewed calls for greater levels of information sharing amongst agencies nationally and internationally. The incident has particular resonance for speakers and delegates at the f...

 CCTV is a valuable weapon in the fight against crime and terrorismPublic spending on CCTV is worthwhile to secure public safety, is the response of the British Security Industry Association (BSIA) to a recent online report highlighting concerns over the rise in the number of CCTV cameras controlled by local councils over the past decade. In its report, published in December, Big Brother Watch - an offshoot of the Taxpayers' Alliance - questions the effectiveness of CCTV in deterring or sol...

 Sony will unveil its range of SD and HD technology for video software vendors at Intersec Dubai 2010Sony will reinforce its commitment to HD at INTERSEC Dubai 2010. With a stand displaying its growing range of HD video security technology, it will demonstrate how leading ISVs are taking advantage of its HD innovation. Two HD models and four SD models in Sony's PTZ line-up are already supported by several of the leading video management software vendors' products on the market. Those p...

CNL recently integrated several key Pelco video products into its PSIM platformCNL, a world leader in developing Physical Security Information Management (PSIM) software, announces it has formed a technology partnership with Pelco, Inc. by Schneider Electric, a world leader in the design and development of next-generation video and security systems, as CNL joins the Pelco Partner First Programme.CNL recently integrated several key Pelco video products into its PSIM platform, IPSecurityCenter. Th...

Dedicated Micros will be using Intersec 2010 to underline its extensive end-to-end IP surveillance capabilitiesCCTV specialist Dedicated Micros - part of AD Group - will be using Intersec 2010 in Dubai to underline its extensive end-to-end IP surveillance capabilities for a diverse range of applications right up to the enterprise level.Key innovations from Dedicated Micros on display throughout the exhibition will include, for the first time in the Middle East, the company's revolutionary Integr...

Pelco forced to reduce work force due to anticipated weak industry growth for 2010Pelco management announced recently that as the result of slower than expected sales recovery from early 2009 declines, increased efficiency in manufacturing, and the anticipation of weak industry growth for 2010, the company has decided to reduce the size of its workforce."Layoffs are and have always been a last option for Pelco", said Dean Meyer, Pelco President and CEO. "This is a very u...

ISC West exhibitors and attendees can participate in the SIA's 7th annual Ride for EducationISC West exhibitors and attendees can wrap up their week at the trade show with a fun and scenic motorcycle ride outside Las Vegas by participating in the Security Industry Association's 7th annual Ride for Education on Saturday, March 27, 2010. During the event, which will run from 9 a.m. to about 5 p.m., riders will bike through the breathtaking Valley of Fire and are scheduled to visit the Hoover...