IP security & surveillance news

Vicon Industries, Inc., designer and manufacturer of video surveillance and access control software, hardware and components, is announcing several new models of H.265 megapixel IP cameras with anticipated availability in September. With superior compression that allows the cameras to transmit high resolution video at 50% lower bitrate than H.264, these models provide the simplest way to reduce demand for bandwidth and storage when used as part of a VMS solution. This is accomplished without any...

Although it has been statistically proven that taking a plane is no more risky than taking a bus, people do have reasons to put extra caution on air travel safety, especially in a time replete with terrorist threats. A major line of defence must be the various sections of the airports, which, as a gateway to the outside world and transportation hub of the city, has always been on the top safety list of the government and all related authorities. Dahua Airport Solution is an intelligent security...

Hanwha Techwin America (HTA), a global supplier of IP and analogue video surveillance solutions, announced the development of its Inside Sales Department. Alyssa Van Sant will lead the department as the new Inside Sales Manager with Searah Hawkins, Joy Kang, and Tyler Spatz as Inside Sales Specialists and multiple other positions planned to be filled this year to support our STEP Dealer and sales growth. HTA established the Inside Sales Department to support its STEP dealers and pro-actively en...

Hikvision, a supplier of video surveillance products and solutions, has launched its ‘DeepinMind Network Video Recorder (NVR)’—the world’s first embedded NVR benefiting from ‘Deep Learning’ functionality. This intelligent NVR effectively ‘learns’ to identify people captured by video surveillance cameras. The NVR will also learn to filter out false alarms that would have previously been triggered by non-threatening moving objects. This new 32-channe...

CNL Software, a provider of pure play Physical Security Information Management (PSIM), is pleased to announce it has entered a technology collaboration with Promise Technology, a developer of open storage platforms for video surveillance. The partnership will enable CNL Software to provide its IPSecurityCenter PSIM platform, in which Promise’s high-performance storage solutions can be used. This creates peerless integration opportunities along with the assured reliability, offered by Prom...

Matrix 2MP IP Bullet camera is specially designed to give superior image quality even at lower illumination. Matrix 2MP Camera has back illuminated sensors which provide excellent image quality even when there is negligible light in the background. It has true WDR, which gives consistent image without any glare at variable exposure levels. Key IP Bullet camera features Superior image quality EXMOR Technology: This is a SONY’s patent technology with back illuminated sensor, which repr...

Oncam, a provider of 360-degree video capture and business intelligence technology, has announced the addition of John Haspel as the company's new Director of Technology Programs, bringing more than 30 years of industry experience to the Oncam team. Managing Oncam technology partner programme Haspel joins Oncam from Avigilon, where he oversaw the development of the company's global training initiatives. He will use that experience in his new role, which includes the development and execution o...

On the afternoon of August 23rd, 2017, The Rt. Hon. Speaker of Parliament, Uganda, Rebecca Kadaga, visited Dahua with the distinguished delegation of Uganda during her visit to China. Dahua top management hosted the reception. Speaker Kadaga is visiting China at the invitation of Mr. Zhang Dejiang, Chairman, Standing Committee of the National People's Congress (China). As the Ugandan government is pursuing the industrial modernisation, Speaker Kadaga is visiting China this time to attract inves...

Hikvision, a supplier of innovative video surveillance products and solutions, is pleased to introduce Elsight Australia, a leader in “Communication on the Move”, as its Strategic Partner in its Global Technology Partner Program. This partnership will work to better serve mutual customers with a comprehensive end-to-end solution. It will do this by integrating Elsight’s products and Command and Control platform (C&C), software and communications system, with Hikvision&rsquo...

IDIS has named Mikal Ranneklev as the company’s regional sales manager for the north central region, further building out its North American sales operation, as the global surveillance powerhouse continues to aggressively expand its regional footprint. Developed and managed by Keith Drummond, IDIS America’s Senior Director of Sales and Marketing, IDIS North American sales have grown steadily since the company’s 2015 debut in the Americas, with operational strength enhanced thr...

Genetec Inc., a technology provider of unified security, public safety, operations, and business intelligence solutions, has announced its show lineup for ASIS 2017, where it will be exhibiting at Booth 3147 at the Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center in Dallas, Texas.  Recognised by IHS Markit® as the only vendor to achieve top market share rankings across multiple security and hardware appliance categories in 2016, the company will demonstrate how its latest innovations help enterp...

VIVOTEK, a provider of IP surveillance solutions, has upgraded its product portfolio with the new 180° IR panoramic network camera, CC8371-HV. Building on the achievement of the CC8370-HV outdoor camera, the latest 3-megapixel CC8371-HV offers an all-in-one solution, featuring 180° horizontal panoramic views with an adjustable 25° tilt angle and brand new 15-metre IR illuminators, providing complete video security at night. Moreover, with its unique design and robust housing, the CC...

Synology® Inc. has announced the official release of Surveillance Station 8.1, which boasts faster performance and provides a more complete surveillance solution than previous versions, with the introduction of the remote recording archiving feature, the integration with transaction devices and intercom cameras, and the ability to intelligently switch between different security levels. Complete surveillance for homes and retail "In this new release, we focused on enhancing performance and...

The 6th China Finance Summit, one of the most influential forums in Chinese economy, was recently held in Beijing. During the summit, General Manager of Dahua Operation Management Center, Mr. Li Teng, gave a keynote speech about the paradigm shift from “Made in China” to “Innovated in China” using AI (artificial intelligence) applications as examples. Rise and achievements of Chinese enterprise The China Finance Summit was initiated in 2012 by numerous financial and mas...

Dahua Technology, a video surveillance provider, has announced the establishment of its subsidiary in Moscow, Russia. Dahua Technology Rus is the first Dahua subsidiary company in the CIS market and all future activities regarding sales, marketing and other services within the region will be managed from here. Dahua Technology Rus opening ceremony Dahua VP, General Manager of Dahua Overseas Business, Mr. Michael Chen, Deputy Director of Dahua CIS Market, Mr. Zhao Shengbo, the Minister of the E...

Milestone Systems, the global provider of open platform IP video management software (VMS), has launched a new, instructor-led, hands-on, Solution Design training course for security professionals who have the direct responsibility to design complex Milestone surveillance systems. The course is also well suited for technical salespeople who want to better understand and position the Milestone Advanced platform to their customers.  Instructor-led surveillance training Based on the Mileston...

Johnson Controls’ newest version of its victor Unified Video Management Systems and VideoEdge Network Video Recorders from American Dynamics, provides a transformed, contemporary user interface and new detection and analytics features for increased visibility of the security environment. With victor/VideoEdge 5.0, the updated feature set includes licence plate-recognition, perimeter detection, edge-based SD-card failover redundancy and several other advanced surveillance features, deliveri...

Eagle Eye Networks, Inc. has announced that it has launched its first phase of video analytics, which includes line crossing, intrusion detection, and object counting within the Eagle Eye Cloud Security Camera VMS. This is the first analytics-based release, empowering customers to easily and instantly activate analytics on their cameras without having to install additional hardware or software. No on-site technicians or system upgrades are needed. A true cloud solution for video surveillance E...

Qognify, a provider of big data solutions for physical security and operations, has announced that it will showcase its new suite of integrated mobile solutions – Qognify Extend, alongside its award-winning video management (VMS), situation management and video analytics solutions, at ASIS 2017, Booth no. 1515, taking place between 25-28 September in Dallas, Texas. Qognify solutions at ASIS 2017 Qognify Extend – A cloud-based suite that extends the reach, coverage, and effectiven...

The Linx International Group, an international organisation providing security, risk management and training services, will showcase its latest professional classroom and online training courses, on Booth 4082 at ASIS 2017 in Dallas, Texas. ASIS PSP credentials and qualifications The ASIS Education partner offers the ASIS Physical Security Professional (PSP)® credential and Certified Protection Professional (CPP®) designation, as well as industry recognised qualifications for technolog...

Honeywell, a provider of connected home technology, announces new Total Connect HD indoor and outdoor video cameras designed to give homeowners even more control over their home. Professionally managed, the cameras allow homeowners on-demand access to high-definition video through the Honeywell Total Connect Remote Services application. With built-in intelligent analytics, homeowners have increased insight into activity within their homes. For all three cameras, users can look in on their home...

As more and more security systems and devices become IP networked, it’s important for installers and end-users to consider how their systems will be protected against the possibility of cyber-attacks. Providing a solution to the concerns around cyber security and hacking, UK CCTV design and manufacturing company 360 Vision Technology has partnered with software control provider Visual Management Systems Ltd to provide security operators with an effective solution to guard against IP survei...

“Make the most of your existing analogue infrastructure and utilise Ethernet over coaxial cable technology for an easy move to a modern IP-based video surveillance system.” That’s the message from AMG Systems, the UK manufacturer and global leader in the field of video transmission. AMG Sales and Technical Support Manager Ian Creary says that while it’s generally acknowledged that the rise of IP technology pushed the video surveillance industry forward, in features, resp...

DICE Corporation, a research and development company specialising in technologies for the alarm and security industries, recently launched an all-new video monitoring platform that promises to transform the way the industry manages alarm events. Matrix Universal Video is a complete event management system that simultaneously delivers alarms and their corresponding videos to central station operators with one streamlined system. Combined video monitoring and recording capabilities “DICE h...

Hanwha Techwin America (HTA), a global supplier of IP and analogue video surveillance solutions, announced the appointment of company veteran Mr. Kichul (K.C.) Kim as the new president for the Americas. He replaces Mr. Soon Hong Ahn, who was promoted to Head of Global Sales and Strategic Marketing at the company’s headquarters in South Korea. Both appointments are effective immediately. Mr. Kim played an instrumental role in sales and corporate management since joining Hanwha Corporation...

Hikvision, a supplier of innovative video surveillance products and solutions, recently welcomed the delegates from the BRICS Communications ministers conference to its head office in Hangzhou, China. Cynthia Ho, VP at Hikvision, and Keen Yao, VP at Hikvision international business centre, hosted the reception, and introduced Hikvision’s latest technology innovations to the delegates. Technological innovation During the visit, the conference delegates learned about Hikvision's achievemen...

GJD is pleased to announce it is exhibiting at Security TWENTY 17 (ST17), Scotland on Tuesday 5th September 2017 at the central location of the Hilton Hotel in Glasgow. GJD will demonstrate its expanded range of motion detectors, IP enabled sensors, lasers and LED illuminators. Live product demonstrations Visitors to the GJD stand will see live product demonstrations of the Laser-Watch: a long range IP connected laser surveillance sensor that detects objects and humans with great accuracy. The...

SALTO Systems, a manufacturer of electronic access control solutions, has appointed Preston Grutzmacher to the commercial sales team position of North Central Regional Sales Manager. New ideas and customer building Based in Corcoran, Minnesota, Grutzmacher will oversee sales of SALTO products in Minnesota, Wisconsin, Illinois, Michigan, Indiana, Missouri, and Iowa. He will report to SALTO Senior Vice President of Commercial Sales Michael J. Mahon. “We are very excited to have Preston jo...

AMAG Technology, a security solution provider specialising in access control, video management, policy-based identity solutions and visitor management, has announced that Matica Technologies is a new member of the Symmetry Preferred Partner Program. Matica’s EDIsecure XID8300 Retransfer ID Card Printer integrates with AMAG’s latest Symmetry™ Access Control software to provide Symmetry users with an affordable, high quality printer to print access cards. AMAG Technology and Mat...

S2 Security, a provider of IP-based access control, video management and mobile security management systems, introduced S2 Magic Monitor Version 5. S2 Magic Monitor unifies access control, video surveillance and forensics, digital signage and live Internet sourced real-time data and information feeds in a single user interface. Enhanced S2 NetBox access control Version 5 introduces Dynamic Cells, which allow users to program any Magic Monitor with interactive content. This version also include...