IP security & surveillance news

BSIA pledged support for CONTEST - the government's recently revised counter-terrorism strategyThe British Security Industry Association and its members have pledged their support for CONTEST - the government's recently revised counter-terrorism strategy.Security within the UK has never been more important. The threat from terrorism is at a sustained level, which has never been experienced before, and where the aim is to cause maximum damage and loss of life. CONTEST is the UK's strategy to defe...

Herve Fages, Former Pelco Managing Director of Asia Pacific promoted to Director of Global MarketingHerve Fages, Former Pelco Managing Director of Asia Pacific (APAC) has been promoted to Director of Global Marketing, replacing Joe Olmstead who recently retired. With almost six years at Pelco, Fages has already transitioned into his new role at Pelco Worldwide Headquarters in Clovis, California.According to officials, Fages assumes the role as Director of Global Marketing and will report directl...

 Video Content Analysis is also known as intelligent video analyticsWith video analytics a key technological development in the UK CCTV market, the British Security Industry Association (BSIA) has published a guide to Video Content Analysis (VCA). Pauline Norstrom, BSIA CCTV Section Chairman, comments: "Video Content Analysis, also known as intelligent video analytics, is the name given to the automatic analysis of CCTV images to create useful information about the content. VCA has a w...

 The EcoSense DVR given to Lawrence Wood of WSS by Nathan Cole of Dedicated Micros Dedicated Micros - part of AD Group - announces that Lawrence Wood, the owner of security installer WSS, has won an entry-level EcoSense DVR (Digital Video Recorder). He secured his prize after entering a competition for visitors to the Dedicated Micros' stand during the IFSEC 2009 exhibition.The new EcoSense DVR was handed over to Lawrence Wood by Nathan Cole, an Account Manager with Dedicated Micros, at th...

CNL has integrated its latest software, IPSecurityCenter with the Transform A Controller and Middleware from BarcoCNL, the leading developer of Integrated Situation Management software, has integrated its latest software, IPSecurityCenter with the Transform A Controller and Middleware from Barco, a global leader in control room visualization. The integration of CNL's IPSecurityCenter with Barco's controller offers customers a one-stop shop for a control room management and vizualisation solution...

Security industry's finest have been recognised during the presentation of the BSIA's Chairman's Awards 2009Many of the security industry's finest have been recognised during the presentation of the British Security Industry Association's Chairman's Awards 2009. The awards reward individuals that have made an outstanding contribution to the industry over the past year.The award for Contribution to Partnership Working went to Charles Farr OBE, Director General of the Office for Security and Count...

Pelco and Fluidmesh® products easily integrate with each otherPelco and Fluidmesh Networks are pleased to announce the successful integration of Fluidmesh wireless platforms with multiple top Pelco video products.Pelco and Fluidmesh® products easily integrate with each other, creating some of the best video security solutions and security projects in the market, according to Pelco management."We are pleased to have successfully integrated our video security products with Fluidmesh,...

BSIA welcomes the publication of the new European Standard for security smoke devices - EN50131-8The British Security Industry Association has welcomed the publication of the new European Standard for security smoke devices - EN50131-8. The new standard started life as a BSIA code of practice and was then developed into a British Standard before progressing to Europe.The BSIA has led the way in the development of the standard throughout its transition. Alex Carmichael, BSIA Technical Director, c...

Redstone Converged Solutions has appointed Daniel Solomons as its Physical Security SpecialistRedstone Converged Solutions has appointed Daniel Solomons as its Physical Security Specialist.Daniel, who for the last three years was a Sales Executive for Frontline Security Solutions, will work alongside   Redstone Converged Solutions' Business Development Managers to design and specify IP based electronic security solutions for the company's growing list of clients.Redstone Converged Solu...

 New analytics offering classified as primary detection systemHoneywell today announced that its new Active Alert® v4.7 video analytics solution, has been evaluated by the UK Home Office Scientific Development Branch (HOSDB) and has been confirmed as an Imagery Library for Intelligent Detection Systems (i-LIDS®) approved system both as a primary detection system for operational alert use and as an approved event based recording system for sterile zone monitoring applications. Active...

Highgate House - Venue for the Industry Solution SeminarIndustry Solution Seminar - 29th September 2009Security is often a focus, but an IP-Surveillance system also has benefits for those working in merchandising, human resources and customer services. Network video solutions can provide a wide variety of specialist applications such as people counting, customer behaviour analysis and POS integration, all adding up to a compelling return on customer investment. Working with their partners Genete...

 The Automated Digital Surveillance system seamlessly integrates the disparate technologies effectively MOBOTIX AG, a leading manufacturer of digital high-resolution, network-based video security systems has announced that Davenport Control & Instrumentation Ltd has been awarded Solution Partner Status following the development of an Automated Digital Surveillance (ADS) system which is helping to more effectively secure premises while lowering operating costs.The system designed by...

SIA has new Chief Excutive Today, Bill Butler joins the Security Industry Authority as its new Chief Executive. Speaking today, Bill said: "I am very pleased to be joining the SIA today. What is very clear to me is that the SIA is very focussed on what it needs to achieve, and is demonstrating that it can deliver. "I am looking forward to working with colleagues and meeting stakeholders over the coming weeks and months."

Traffic Safety Systems has unveiled a new range of covert in-vehicle mobile CCTV solutionsTSS (Traffic Safety Systems) - part of AD Group - has unveiled a new range of covert in-vehicle mobile CCTV solutions.Designed to be deployed in key law enforcement scenarios, where unobtrusive intelligence and evidence gathering is a key consideration, the latest covert surveillance solutions from TSS are targeted specifically at the police, security services and local authorities.The new covert options, d...

Samsung continues to be environmental leader GVI Security today announced that Samsung Electronics has increased its score from 6.9 to 7.1 in the Greenpeace International "Guide to Greener Electronics" by "committing to reduce its absolute emissions of greenhouse gasses, despite growth in the company's sales." GVI Security is the strategic partner of Samsung Electronics throughout the Americas. The company offers the complete Samsung Electronics line of products and integrate...

ADI, GE Security, HID Global, and Siemens sign up to support the annual  '2009 Tri-Association Awards Dinner'ADI, GE Security, HID Global and Siemens have signed on as initial sponsors of the 2009 Tri-Association Awards Dinner, the Security Industry Association has announced.SIA, the Central Station Alarm Association (CSAA) and the National Burglar & Fire Alarm Association (NBFAA) honor two members of the security industry each year at a jointly-hosted awards dinner in New York Cit...

The AXIS Q1755 provides the perfect solution for securing areas where greater image detail is required Castleford Tigers RLFC are committed to ensuring that their stadium on matchday is a safe and friendly environment. As such, with the generous help of Axis Communications and White Rose Security Solutions, the club are fitting security cameras in their stadium to ensure that anyone causing trouble at the Jungle can be clearly identified and in turn, make it easier for appropriate action be...

The contract will ensure better compliance with security guidelines G4S Secure Solutions, the largest security solutions company in the UK and Ireland, has won the contract to provide a major electronic security protection system to Sutton East Surrey Water. The contract will see G4S install and maintain CNIguard smart sensoring systems at 33 Sutton East Surrey Water service reservoirs across east Surrey, parts of west Sussex, west Kent and south London. The contract recognises G4S's position as...

 VIVOTEK network cameras integrated with Agent Vi's advanced video analytic softwareWith video analytics solutions becoming increasingly important for surveillance applications such as traffic and retailing, VIVOTEK and Agent Video Intelligence Ltd. (Agent Vi) has reached an agreement wherein VIVOTEK network cameras will be integrated with Agent Vi's advanced video analytic software. The integrated solution will enable implementation of Agent Vi's advanced video analytics capabilities on IP...

Visitors of the Road Show enjoyed the informative training and seminarsThe VIVOTEK IP surveillance Road Show in Vietnam and Malaysia has successfully ended in May. People attending the Road Show experienced maximum value from VIVOTEK's latest megapixel solutions, and enjoyed the informative training and seminars, hosted by VIVOTEK's distributors Taitouch in Vietnam and Viewtech in Malaysia.The seminar focused on the advantages of megapixel surveillance. New technologies and products were de...

VIVOTEK has adopted Nethra's image processor in its latest generation progressive scan CCD camerasVIVOTEK has adopted Nethra's image processor in its latest generation progressive scan CCD cameras, the IP7153/7154 and the IP7253, to achieve premium video quality in surveillance applications."We chose Nethra's processing chip for its ease of integration and its range of video feature set that fits our latest camera technology," said William Ku, Director of Product Marketing Division of...

Julia Morgenstern, new Marketing Manager, Samsung Techwin America - CCTV DivisionSamsung Techwin America-CCTV Division, a leader in the digital video security system industry, today announced that Julia Morgenstern has been hired as the new Marketing Manager to handle all marketing efforts in both North America and Latin America. "With the growth of our CCTV Division and the expansion of our product line, it became necessary to add to our management team to help support our marketing progra...

The capabilities of OnSSI's Ocularis platform integrated with the Software House C•CURE®9000On-Net Surveillance Systems, Inc. (OnSSI) has collaborated with Software House®, a Tyco International company, to integrate the capabilities of OnSSI's Ocularis video-centric PSIM (Physical Security Information Management) platform with the Software House C•CURE® 9000 security and event management  system. The integration of these two technologies provides customers with a...

VIVOTEK launched new website detailing megapixel surveillance and full range of megapixel network camerasVIVOTEK is pleased to announce the launch of a website detailing megapixel surveillance and VIVOTEK's full range of megapixel network cameras. This website, featuring VIVOTEK's true megapixel surveillance solutions, provides a comprehensive tool kit to help the public understand the benefits of megapixel surveillance and improve their field knowledge.The VIVOTEK megapixel website is dedi...

Samsung Techwin announced promotion of Pedro Duarte to V.P. of Sales for the AmericasSamsung Techwin America-CCTV Division, a leader in the digital video security system industry, today announced that Pedro Duarte has been promoted to V.P. of Sales for the Americas, including all of North and Latin America. Pedro previously held the position of V.P. of Latin America Sales for Samsung Techwin America. "Pedro's talent, experience, determination, and drive have made him very successful in the...

 ONVIF companies command a significantly larger slice of the market than PSIA membersIn recent analysis, IMS Research has found that the member companies of the video surveillance standards body ONVIF command a significantly larger slice of the video surveillance equipment market than the member companies of the PSIA standards body.ONVIF member companies command over 40% of worldwide video surveillance market revenues compared with the 25% taken by PSIA member companies. The diffe...

Alex Graham is the the Chubb Security Apprentice of the YearChubb Security has recognised the skills and commitment of two of its apprentices at its annual awards with Alex Graham and Carl Greenacre earning the Chubb Security and Chubb Integrated Technologies Apprentice of the Year titles respectively. Chubb is part of UTC Fire & Security, a unit of United Technologies Corp.Alex joined Chubb's apprentice scheme from school in September 2005, working in the company's Coventry branch...

 Mayflex conducts two new free of charge training courses for its customers in conjunction with C-NetMayflex, the cabling infrastructure, networking and physical security solutions distributor, has introduced two new free of charge training courses for its customer base. The CCTV over IP networking courses are being held from September onwards at Mayflex's headquarters in Birmingham. The courses are being held in conjunction with C-Net. Mayflex has partnered with C-Net for a number of...

 Honeywell's new facility provides security installers, consultants and specifiers with training on business critical topicsHoneywell announced the opening of a state-of-the-art Training Centre of Excellence (TCoE) in Purmerend, The Netherlands. The facility is designed to provide security installers, consultants and specifiers with training on business critical topics covering the specification, installation, maintenance and monitoring of security systems. The courses, which are...

Panasonic's role as the "Official Partner of the LA Kings" is part of a long-term agreement between Panasonic and AEGWhen the Los Angeles Kings of the National Hockey League (NHL) lace up their skates and take to the ice for the fast-paced season opener in Fall 2009, they will count Panasonic as their new "Official Partner".Panasonic's role as the "Official Partner of the LA Kings" is part of a long-term agreement between Panasonic and AEG, the sports and entertainm...