IP security & surveillance news

Matrix, a manufacturer of state-of-the-art Telecom and Security solutions, announced its In-office Experience Centre. With an objective of providing rich experience to customers, Matrix created a dedicated Experience Centre for showcasing cutting-edge Telecom and Security solutions under a single roof. Matrix Experience Centre is crafted to project next generation technologies, test proof of concepts with diversified solutions and applications delivered by our products. It is the best way to gi...

Vicon Industries, Inc., designer and manufacturer of video surveillance and access control software, hardware, and components, announces that Fredrik Wallberg is joining Vicon as the Company’s Director of A&E Services. Vicon has created this new position to further expand outreach, resources and training to the A&E and consultant community, with the goal of simplifying the tasks they face in specifying surveillance solutions for today’s complex security challenges. Mr. Wallbe...

Global surveillance innovator IDIS is exhibiting and sponsoring at its second NRF PROTECT Loss Prevention Exposition and Conference in Washington, D.C. between June 26-28. IDIS is in the midst of a year-long celebration of its 20th anniversary in the video surveillance industry, which it is continuing at NRF PROTECT by showcasing new additions to its Total Solution lineup specifically tailored to the retail industry. IDIS retail surveillance at NRF PROTECT Introduced at last year’s NRF P...

Hanwha Techwin America, a provider of global security, has launched the Wisenet Professional Certification Program for the company’s STEP Partners. The certification programme is designed to further educate industry professionals on Hanwha’s IP Video Surveillance and Network Technology. Certification workshops began this month in New Jersey, and will continue into the foreseeable future across the U.S. and Canada targeting systems integrators, installers, dealers, sales professional...

Recently, ultra-high-definition surveillance cameras introduced 4K resolution to the security industry. However, 4K resolution has yet to achieve wide application, mainly because of the tremendous bandwidth and data storage requirements. Limiting the bitrate of an ultra-HD video feed while retaining a high-quality, 4K-image remains the biggest problem—a problem whose solution will decide the fate of ultra-HD surveillance video. Video transmission balances image quality, transmission capabi...

Milestone Systems, the global open platform company in networked video management software (VMS), has released XProtect Essential+ as a free entry product to the company’s portfolio. “XProtect Essential+ is a game changer for our open platform community. Essential+ allows anyone to start right. Any user can now benefit from the power of add-on solutions from our partners,” says Bjørn Skou Eilertsen, Chief Technical Officer, Milestone Systems. “Developers can use...

Arecont Vision, the provider of IP-based megapixel camera technology, announces that its IP megapixel surveillance cameras meet the requirements of the April 18, 2017 Presidential Executive Order on Buy American and Hire American for manufactured goods. Arecont Vision is the only US-owned company making video surveillance cameras in the country. Executive order for manufactured goods “Arecont Vision is an American company that designs and builds customer-proven, award-winning megapixel s...

FLIR Systems, Inc. announces that Amit Singhi, Senior Vice President, Finance and Chief Financial Officer, has resigned effective July 31, 2017. Shane Harrison, Senior Vice President, Corporate Development, and Strategy, who joined FLIR in 2010, will work closely with Amit in transition and serve as interim Chief Financial Officer from August 1, 2017. "I would like to thank Amit for his dedication and positive contributions at FLIR," said FLIR President and CEO, Andy Teich. "We respect Amit's p...

Building on the company’s incredible year-on-year growth, and underlining the global level of support for its range of security surveillance products, Hikvision, a supplier of video surveillance products and solutions, has announced that it has again achieved No.1 position in a recent IHS Markit report, based on 2016 data, with a dominant market share of 21.4% for CCTV and Video Surveillance Equipment worldwide, rising from last year’s 19.5%. Hot off the press, IHS Markit, a provide...

Axis Communications, the provider of network video, introduces Forensic WDR, an enhanced Wide Dynamic Range (WDR) method that focuses on achieving high forensic value in a number of new cameras. WDR is the term commonly used for the art of balancing both very dark and very bright areas in a scene. It is also known as HDR (High Dynamic Range). In the surveillance industry, the aim is to capture forensic detail at all times. Until now, the WDR methods on the market have not been able to add suffic...

Panasonic has launched a new medical portable recording camera system, capturing high-definition 4K images as well as adding network capability for IP control and IP streaming. The new POVCAM system includes a AG-MDR25 compact portable recorder and the AG-MDC20GJ 4K camera head, facilitating high-definition 4K image acquisition and advanced IP control and IP streaming. The new AG-MDR25/ AG-MDC20GJ system replaces the previous Full HD AG-MDR15/AG-MDC10 and is designed for various applications in...

The second day at IFSEC International at London’s ExCel saw IDIS recognise both customers and media partners by presenting awards on its stand G700 during a press briefing followed by a champagne reception. This is just one of many events the global surveillance manufacturer is holding across the year to celebrate its two decades of surveillance innovation. After opening the event with a brief history of the growth of IDIS over the last 20 years, a Q&A panel on the new solutions showc...

IDIS, a global surveillance manufacturer, has launched its IDIS VA in the Box analytics on its stand G700 at this year’s IFSEC International. A powerful tool available for making businesses more competitive, IDIS VA in the Box gives customers access to information needed to make the best business decisions possible. The data generated gives retailers and other end users the opportunity to learn more about their customers, their behaviours, and their needs and demands. Its simple plug-and-...

Total Recall Corporation, a Convergint Technologies Company, will showcase its citywide safety solutions for law enforcement at the 31st annual Police Security Expo to be held June 27-28, at the Atlantic City Convention Center in New Jersey. Total Recall Corporation’s PSE Booth 1737 will feature its newest CrimeEye product: a 180-degree video surveillance unit that offers a panoramic view. “For more than three decades, Total Recall Corporation has been committed to developing techno...

Veracity, a provider of innovative and intelligent solutions that solve real-world challenges in IP video systems, is showcasing a new suite of products at IFSEC 2017 which neatly brings together the three cornerstones of its successful business: IP transmission, storage and display. Acquisition of iComply Ltd Following on from its acquisition of security Command & Control software manufacturer iComply Ltd, Veracity’s largest-ever IFSEC stand is built around a walk-through Control Ro...

This year at IFSEC & FIREX, Honeywell will unveil a series of new products across its building technology and home security solutions portfolios that enable greater safety, security, comfort and efficiency for connected buildings and homes. Smart technology in homes and offices As the connected ecosystem grows, smart technologies in offices and homes generate and analyse vast amounts of data in real-time. Honeywell’s connected portfolios allow home owners and business managers to use...

Arecont Vision, a provider of IP-based megapixel camera technology, introduces the new MicroBullet series of megapixel cameras to the European and Middle East professional surveillance markets. The MicroBullet is an extremely compact and affordable bullet-style camera, yet is loaded with advanced features developed by Arecont Vision. MicroBullet is immediately available, and will be on display in the Arecont Vision stand, F400, at IFSEC International, held at the ExCeL London, UK, June 20 &ndash...

Panasonic will introduce a new end to end, cyber secure CCTV system at this week’s IFSEC event in London (20th – 22nd June 2017). The Secure Communication system is a secure platform and package of data protection elements that work with Panasonic’s IP CCTV camera systems to protect against video tampering and altering, spoofing, and snooping. Fully encrypted system It features several data protection elements including IP communication encryption and verification as well as...

Arecont Vision, a provider of IP-based megapixel camera technology, has announced the immediate availability of the SurroundVideo Omni G3 omnidirectional multi-sensor surveillance camera series unveiled earlier this year. Omni G3 is the industry’s first camera with no-touch, remote setup in the multi-sensor adjustable-view product category created and still dominated by Arecont Vision. The latest Omni series is on display here in London, UK, at IFSEC International at the ExCeL in the Areco...

Milestone Systems, the leading open platform company in networked video management software (VMS), will once again be at IFSEC International 2017 in London, June 20-22. On show at the Milestone booth E750 will be the full Milestone XProtect 2017 portfolio of products and the Milestone Husky Advanced NVRs for enterprise use, in addition to the full range of Milestone Husky NVRs. A number of Milestone partners will be showcasing integrated solutions at the Milestone booth and throughout the show...

Thomas Lausten assumes responsibility as the new CEO of MOBOTIX. On March 27, 2017, the supervisory board has appointed Thomas Lausten as new Chief Executive Officer.  This "rounds-out" the management board composed of Dr. Oliver Gabel (CTO), Dr. Tristan Haage (CSO) and Klaus Kiener (CFO). Lausten has both corporate and medium-sized business experience. He was responsible as Global Sales Director at Siemens, as well as the Managing Director of the Nordic region in ADI Global Distribution.&...

Night surveillance, remote surveillance, temperature detection -- since their debut, thermal cameras are endowed with features that other cameras cannot compete with. Debuted in military field, thermal cameras have played a key role in wars. After years of research and development, infrared image processing technology and the craftsmanship of the detectors are becoming more proven, and the cost of the components is lowering, thermal imaging technology entered into industrial market. But till re...

Great news for Dahua customers in central & eastern Europe and Nordic regions, because Dahua Technology, a manufacturer and supplier of intelligent security surveillance products and solutions, has established the first Dahua International Academy in Poland in May, 2017. Dahua Poland Academy is the first international academy Dahua formed overseas for both internal and external trainings. This academy aims to provide comprehensive and systematic trainings to Dahua local employees and custom...

Dahua Technology Co., a solution provider in the global video surveillance industry, announced its selection of Synopsys, to enhance the security of its Internet of Things (IoT) devices and solutions. By implementing Synopsys’ comprehensive portfolio of solutions and services, Dahua strengthens its offerings, building security and quality into their software development lifecycle (SDLC) and supply chain. “We are committed to delivering to our global customer base – from reside...

The ability to detect incidents and keep traffic on the move has been significantly enhanced as a result of the announcement that Sprinx Technologies’ Automatic Incident Detection and Traffic Data Collection (AID) application is now able to run on-board all Hanwha Techwin Wisenet X H.265 cameras. AID solutions utilise intelligent image processing to quickly alert operators about traffic incidents and queuing, and at the same time enable statistical data such as vehicle classification, cou...

Hanwha Techwin America announced that its flagship camera line, Wisenet X, is now certified with Genetec™ Security Center 5.6 SR1 utilising H.265 and WiseStream technology. H.265, also known as HEVC (High Efficiency Video Coding), is a codec that was used only in the broadcast industry, but the demand for higher megapixel cameras and resolution was the driving force that introduced this technology into security surveillance. With the certification of Hanwha’s megapixel cameras suppo...

GJD, a manufacturer and designer of professional external detector equipment and LED illuminators has acquired from Radiovisor Limited t/a Lazer Systems all their infra-red beam and barrier technology, plus all related intellectual property rights. GJD perimeter security product range Radiovisor’s ‘PREDATOR’ range of dual, quad and tower active IR beam sets plus the ATEX approved GS100 beam for use in hazardous areas will be manufactured at GJD’s factory in Heywood and...

VIVOTEK, a provider of IP surveillance solutions, has announced that it will showcase its latest vertical surveillance solutions at IFSEC 2017, which takes place between June 20th-22nd at ExCel, London. Located at Stand E500, VIVOTEK will unveil its latest strategy - See More in Smarter Ways, combining complete smart IP surveillance solutions with partnerships forged through comprehensive integration with leading global partners Genetec, SeeTec, and Wavestore. See more through panoramic solutio...

Hanwha Techwin, a provider of global security solutions, builds on the foundation of its highly regarded Wisenet line by launching Wisenet X series featuring Hanwha’s new Wisenet 5, self-developed chipset, one of the most important core technologies developed to date by Hanwha Techwin.  “Wisenet 5 is our latest chipset designed specifically for professional video surveillance applications that offers extreme processing performance at the edge,” said Soonhong Ahn, Presiden...

Arecont Vision®, a provider of IP-based megapixel camera technology, has announced the opening of their new Middle East, Africa, and Indian Subcontinent regional headquarters in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Arecont sales growth “Arecont Vision has experienced tremendous sales growth across the Middle East, Africa, and India,” said Sanjit Bardhan, Vice President, Middle East, Africa, and Indian Subcontinent. “With our new facilities in Dubai, we will be able to provid...