IP security & surveillance news

OT Systems develops PoE media converters, Ethernet switches, injectors and splitters for IP devices

Power over Ethernet (PoE) is a method developed and standardised by IEEE to supply power along with data over Ethernet cables to support IP devices. It eliminates the headache of AC power socket, cabling and conduit installation and provides significant resource savings. The PoE solution enables flexible installation of IP devices at any locations. Its low voltage supply (48V) prevents electric shock hazard, reducing life risk, and offers centralised power management for each device through the...

IDIS appoints David Williams and Boris Tomson in sales and technical support roles at European headquarters in Brentford

David Williams joins IDIS as Internal Sales Support Executive and Boris Tomson as Technical Support Engineer IDIS, recently announced the appointment of David Williams to the position of Internal Sales Support Executive and Boris Tomson as Technical Support Engineer based out of the surveillance powerhouse’s European headquarters in Brentford. Maintaining customer relationships & supporting business development Reporting to Lukasz Pitera, Head of UK Internal Sa...

IDIS full HD 30x optical zoom PTZ camera featuring game changing Smart UX Controls

Global video surveillance powerhouse IDIS has unveiled a new Full HD 30x Optical Zoom PTZ Camera, a highest-tech surveillance camera featuring game changing Smart UX Controls. These intuitive “slingshot” and “rubber band” style controls deliver exceptional accuracy and ease of use to users, creating an experience unlike any other available on the market. The IDIS 30x PTZ Camera also supports ONVIF and is compatible with a wide range of recording platforms, including Direc...

MIPS 2016: ISONAS fully integrates with Milestone XProtect Access software module

ISONAS Pure IP access controloperates at the edge & eliminatesthe need for separate power drops ISONAS Inc., a leading pure IP access control system manufacturer, is proud to announce its participation in the Milestone Integration Platform Symposium (MIPS) 2016 event in Arizona being held February 22nd -25th. ISONAS will be featured as the first access control partner to fully integrate with the Milestone XProtect® Access software module; an add-on capability with...

Pelco VideoXpert VMS and Optera panoramic cameras at Securika MIPS 2016

Pelco will also be exhibiting its Optera Series 12MP ‘panomersive’ cameras with panoramic viewing Pelco will exhibit at Securika MIPS at ExpoCentre Moscow on Stand B415 from 13th March to 16th March 2016. Pelco will showcase VideoXpert™, the company’s award-winning video management software (VMS) platform launched in 2015 and Optera™, the multi-sensor, panoramic cameras, which provide seamless video images over 180°, 270° or 360° views...

Tyco exacqVision NVRs pre-installed with Kantech EntraPass software for faster security installation and service

Tyco Security Products introduces exacqVision network video recorders (NVR) with Kantech EntraPass Corporate Edition access control system pre-installed for faster, simpler security installation and service. exacqVision NVRs provide high performance, all-in-one network video surveillance solutions. Available in hybrid and IP camera NVR models, exacqVision recorders deliver reliability and capacity for mainstream recording. Each NVR supports up to 20 workstations Designed for easy installation...

Security industry expert Mark McCourt joins Universal Protection Service as VP of Enterprise Security Services

McCourt will help clients and prospects strategically align with broader Universal enterprise security solutions Universal Protection Service—a division of Universal Services of America—recently announced the addition of Mark McCourt, a security industry expert, as Vice President of Enterprise Security Services. In this newly created position on the national accounts/business development team, McCourt will help clients and prospects strategically align with bro...

Joe Byron appointed Arecont Vision Regional Sales Manager for New England and Eastern Canada region

Byron is tasked with the continued growth of sales activity across multiple U.S. states and Canadian provinces Arecont Vision®, the industry leader in IP-based megapixel camera technology, has appointed Joe Byron as the Regional Sales Manager for the New England and Eastern Canada region. Byron is tasked with the continued growth of sales activity with systems integrators, distributors, and partners for customer projects across a region composed of multiple U.S. states and...

Paxton net10 building intelligence system delivers access control, IP video management and building automation

Paxton’s building intelligence system, net10, is now available to purchase. Bringing the company’s 30 years’ experience in the security industry to the building management sector, net10 delivers out of the box access control, IP video management and building automation. Built with elegance and simplicity in mind, net10 is suitable for projects of all sizes, from the smallest retail facility to the largest university campus. Its launch marks a venture in a new sector for Paxton...

NG Bailey's IT Services division awarded Sony Gold Partner certification

Over the last two years, NG Bailey has completed a wide range of IP-converged electronic security installations NG Bailey’s IT Services division, which specialises in the design, supply, installation, management and maintenance of voice, data and structured cabling solutions to contracting, enterprise and public sector clients, has been awarded Gold Partner status with international security equipment giant, Sony. Achieving technical excellence in electronic security S...

Axis Communications team to attend Retail Business Technology Expo 2016

Axis' study on retail CCTV usersrevealed a demand for quality imagesand remote monitoring capabilities Axis Communications, global market leaders in network video and experts in retail technologies, are to attend the Retail Business Technology Expo 2016 in London in March. Retail CCTV solutions The team from Axis will be at stand number 330 at the show which is being held from 9th to 10th March 2016 at Olympia, London. Axis is a leading expert on retail surveillance and eve...

Dantech MultispanUPS protects connected IP devices from network outage for up to 100 hours

Dantech Electronic Engineering, the UK manufacturer of specialist power supplies and ancillary equipment designed specifically for security applications, is promoting the use of PoE power supplies with stand-by battery backup, for all mission critical surveillance, access control, intercom, telecom, intruder, fire and lighting systems. Protecting IP devices Offering the same functionality as their SecurePoE range of products but including replaceable high-quality Yuasa stand-by batteries as st...

Grundig Security's new TVI cameras and recorders offer levels of functionality and pricing to suit all budgets

Grundig Security is pleased to announce the launch of its new TVI cameras and recorders. The TVI range is split into the Connect, Professional and Top Line ranges. Each range offers outstanding quality and design, with levels of functionality and pricing to suit all budgets. Effective solution for installers Grundig’s TVI technology allows full HD resolution video to be transmitted up to 500m over coaxial cable, with little or no loss of image quality. It is a simple, ‘plug and pla...

Axis acquires traffic & transportation video analytics provider Citilog

Citilog specialises in analytics tools & sensors for incident detection, traffic data collection & intersection control Axis Communications, the global leader in network video, announced the acquisition of Citilog, a provider of intelligent real-time video monitoring for traffic and transportation security and safety. The addition of their advanced surveillance technology and experienced personnel strengthens Axis’ best-of-breed solution and further expands its o...

IFSEC 2016 Smart Zone - dedicated area for showcasing home automation innovations

IFSEC International 2016 will be a strategically significant platform to present current technologies and research In 2016 IFSEC International, Europe’s largest security exhibition, will feature a dedicated Smart Zone, comprising a replica ‘smart home’ fitted out with the latest home automation innovations from top exhibitors including Y3K, Lilin and Control 4. Taking place at London’s ExCeL from 21-23 June, IFSEC International 2016 will be a strategica...

Tyco releases Illustra Essentials mini-dome and bullet IP varifocal cameras

Tyco Security Products introduces the new Illustra Essentials mini-dome and bullet IP cameras. These low-cost cameras provide a high definition video solution. A wider field of view Available in 1 and 2 megapixel outdoor mini-dome and bullet varifocal models, the new Illustra Essentials IP cameras offer users a wider field of view. These cameras utilise a 2.8-12mm varifocal lens. Beyond the field of view, the Illustra Essentials varifocal cameras have true day/night IR illumination to capture...

Genetec signs distribution agreement with EET Europarts for Nordic countries

As part of the agreement, EET Europarts will distribute the entire Genetec portfolio of IP-based products Manufacturer of unified IP-based security solutions Genetec has signed a distribution agreement with EET Europarts for the Nordic countries.    Broaden market reach As part of the agreement, EET Europarts will distribute the entire Genetec™ portfolio of IP-based VMS, Access Control, ALPR (Automated License Plate Recognition), and cloud-based security...

Matrox digital signage, control rooms and AV-over-IP applications to be demonstrated at ISE 2016

A new Matrox product will be unveiled at ISE 2016 that will power a 3x3 video wall At ISE 2016, Matrox® Graphics Inc. will feature of series of interactive demonstrations designed to show integrators and developers the power and flexibility of Matrox products for digital signage, control rooms and AV-over-IP applications. Digital signage A new Matrox product will be unveiled at ISE 2016 that will power a 3x3 video wall, making it ideal for signage installations in retail...

LTV offers trade partners practical VMS training opportunity

Experienced and qualified coaches address customer-specific techniques and applications LTV offers its trade partners a comprehensive and practical training opportunity on all kinds of subjects, e.g. general principles of video surveillance, application fields as well as the installation and commissioning, network technology or product/sales training of LTV video management software, recorders and cameras. Exchanging Video Techniques & Experience The LTV training tea...

Axis releases year-end report for January – December 2015

 Middle East sales were strong, butmarkets in Asia, South America &Eastern Europe were challenging Details from the fourth quarter 2015 Net sales increased by 17 percent during the fourth quarter to SEK 1,758 M (1,504). Net sales increased by 7 percent in local currencies Operating profit increased to SEK 231 M (199), which corresponds to an operating margin of 13.1 percent (13.2) Profit after tax amounted to SEK 176 M (156) Earnings per share amounted to S...

Perimeter Protection 2016: LTV partner presents mobile security system

The Perimeter Protection fair focuses on the safety of open spaces and outdoor facilities From the 12th to the 14th of January, 2016, Perimeter Protection took place for the fourth time in Nuremberg, Germany. This year, like the previous years, more than 2,000 security experts and officers used the opportunity to inform themselves about the latest developments around perimeter protection, fencing and building security. The fair exclusively focuses on the safety of open spa...

VIVOTEK H.265 3MP network cameras integrated with Genetec Security Center 5.4 unified security platform

Subsequent to the release of its latest H.265/HEVC surveillance solutions, VIVIOTEK is proud to announce that its H.265 3-Megapixel network cameras now are seamlessly integrated with the unified security platform, Genetec™ Security Center 5.4. Through this strategic partnership, users of Genetec™ Security Center 5.4 are now able to enjoy the most efficient bandwidth and storage-saving solutions available by adopting VIVOTEK’s self-developed Smart Stream II technology and the H....

BSIA to become Challenge Group member to help shape the Security Industry Authority review

BSIA will be given the opportunity to test and comment on the findings of the SIA review before publication The British Security Industry Association (BSIA) has accepted an invitation by the Home Office to become a member of the Challenge Group that will help to steer the direction of the review of the Security Industry Authority (SIA) commencing in January 2016. Security Industry Authority review The SIA’s review was launched via a Written Ministerial Statement (W...

Johnson Controls and Tyco to merge, resulting company expects $32 billion 2016 revenue

Johnson Controls and Tyco announced that they have entered into a definitive merger agreement under which Johnson Controls, a global multi-industrial company, will combine with Tyco, a global fire and security provider, to create the leader in building products and technology, integrated solutions and energy storage. Under the terms of the agreement, which has been unanimously approved by both companies' Boards of Directors, Johnson Controls shareholders will own approximately 56 percent o...

Jemez wins Axis 2015 Technology Integration Partner of the Year at 10th annual connect & converge conference

Jemez received the award for integration of Eagle-i Edge software built upon the Axis Camera Application Platform Jemez Technology was named 2015 Technology Integration Partner of the Year by Axis Communications at its 10th annual Axis Connect & Converge Conference (ACCC). Axis, the global leader in network video, presented these annual awards to top channel, software and technology partners. Axis and Jemez collaboration Jemez Technology received this award for the innov...

Qognify's 5 operational security trends to deal with challenges in 2016

Qognify director of vertical marketing,Udi Segall highlights operational trends in order to achieve leaner operations These top five operational security trends will help deal with rising security threats, extreme weather conditions and endless operational challenges in 2016. Lean operations are in, more so than ever. Heightened security threats, extreme weather conditions and a tough macro-economy environment are all putting a significant burden on public sector organisation...

Veracity's presence at Intersec 2016 reflects their growth in the Middle East market

Veracity exhibited a range of innovative transmission and storage solutions at Intersec 2016 Veracity, a leading provider of innovative, intelligent solutions that solve real-world IP video challenges in transmission, storage and display, reflected significant growth in the Middle East by announcing its presence on 5 stands at this year’s show in Dubai. Veracity appointed Systematrix as their Manufacturer’s Representative in the region in early 2015 and with t...

Silicon Labs to showcase processing, sensing and connectivity innovations for IoT at Embedded World 2016

In addition to supporting live demonstrations, Silicon Labs’ IoT experts will also deliver conference presentations Silicon Labs will showcase the next wave of processing, sensing and connectivity innovations for the Internet of Things (IoT) at Embedded World 2016 in Nuremburg, Germany, Feb. 23-25, at Booth 4A-128. Addressing an array of smart, connected device applications, Silicon Labs will demonstrate multi-node Thread and ZigBee® mesh networks, Bluetooth® Sma...

Veracity to showcase POINTSOURCE wireless tool at Intersec 2016

POINTSOURCE Wireless is designed to ease the installation of IP cameras, simplify complex site surveys Veracity, a leading provider of innovative, intelligent solutions that solve real-world IP video challenges in transmission, storage and display has launched POINTSOURCE Wireless, an innovative tool for security installers designed to ease the installation of IP cameras, simplify complex site surveys and run simple desktop IP camera demos without external power. The new...

First MOBOTIX thermal cameras with Thermal Radiometry technology create automatic temperature alarms

MOBOTIX has launched a new series of thermal camera products, equipped with a new type of thermal sensing technology to realise automatic events, based on absolute temperature within -40°C to +550°C. This new technology is perfect to generate automatic alarms, de?ned by temperatures limits or temperature ranges, which is vital to detect potential ?re or heat sources. At the same time, MOBOTIX provides a software update free of charge to upgrade existing thermal cameras with thermal spot...