IP security & surveillance news

Replacing interim CFO Dave Muessle, Mr. Singhi will oversee FLIR's global finance organisation FLIR Systems, Inc. announced that Amit Singhi has joined the Company as Senior Vice President, Finance, and Chief Financial Officer, replacing interim CFO Dave Muessle, who will remain Vice President, Corporate Controller and Principal Accounting Officer. Reporting to CEO Andy Teich, Mr. Singhi will oversee FLIR's global finance organisation, with responsibility over financial manag...

The video management software part of Zetron’s video surveillance system utilises a new user interface Zetron, a leading provider of mission-critical communications solutions worldwide, announced the release of updated video-management software that is part of Zetron’s Video Surveillance System offering. The Video Surveillance System includes a variety of IP-cameras, recorders, video-storage devices, and an integrated access-control system with badging functionalit...

Fibaro, a leading European manufacturer of wireless, intelligent home automation systems, announces the availability in the United States of Home Center 2, the centrepiece of Fibaro’s total connected home ecosystem.  Based on Z-Wave wireless technology, the Home Center 2 uses Fibaro and other Z-Wave sensors to provide complete control over hundreds of home automation devices and scenarios. As a result, the Home Center 2 brings a high level of convenience, safety and energy efficiency...

GPM have supported the event by supplying comprehensive promotional media at zero cost in order to raise over £800 Celebrating Yorkshire day on Saturday 1st August and raising funds for Hearing Dogs for Deaf People charity, security industry PR & Marketing specialists, Graeme Powell Marketing (GPM), supported Lessian Motors to host the first ever Ilkley Rally and Run. On the day, participants drove their vintage, classic, and performance cars around 100 miles of...

Micropower SOLVEIL HD solar-powered surveillance platform is expected to complete ONVIF requirements in Q4 2015 MicroPower Technologies Inc., an award-winning provider of surveillance solutions optimised for rapid, cost-effective deployment, recently announced that it has joined ONVIF, an open forum within the physical security industry that seeks to further the development and use of a global open standard for IP-based devices. Fulfilling ONVIF compliance Members of ONVIF h...

The synergy of H.265 solutions and VIVOTEK's the IP9171-HP network camera will be highlighted at VIVOTEK’s booth VIVOTEK will be demonstrating its innovative, comprehensive, and groundbreaking IP surveillance solution at E+S+S, the Colombia International Security Fair 2015, held from August 19-21 in Bogotá, Colombia. Visitors to the Fair can find VIVOTEK’s booth at pavilion 11-16, stand 110. As part of its continued commitment to pursuit of the highest...

ESX recently announced its 2016 convention in Fort Worth, TX from June 8-10 The Electronic Security Expo (ESX) - the national trade event where electronic security and life safety dealers, integrators, and monitoring professionals connect, learn, and prepare for the future wowed attendees at its 8th annual event in Baltimore at the Baltimore Convention Center June 24-26. Once again, providing the perfect blend of networking, education, and technology focus, the event drew the...

Conference agenda covers fastest growing product segments and vertical applications All-over-IP Expo 2015 is pleased to announce the agenda for Intelligent Video 2.0/Machine Vision Conference, sponsored by Basler AG. In 2015, the East European and Russian video surveillance equipment market is worth a combined $595.1m. Russia accounts for approximately $300m. The global market for machine vision cameras has exceeded $4b; optics/lighting/frame grabbers for machine vision solut...

Honeywell recently expanded its range of HDZ Series PTZ cameras designed to handle installations where continuous detailed surveillance at longer distances is essential. With an analogue version Now available is an IP 22x optical zoom 1080p version along with an analogue version.  The expanded HDZ Series is ideally suited for surveillance of cities, roads, airports, ports, government facilities, casinos, education campuses, stadia, critical infrastructure and industrial environments. Hon...

NICE’s Physical Security business unit provides video surveillance technologies to security-aware organisations NICE Systems has entered into an agreement to sell its Physical Security business unit to Battery Ventures, a technology investment firm, for a total consideration of up to $100 million, comprising of $85 million in cash and up to additional $15 million based on future performance. NICE’s Physical Security business unit provides video surveillance te...

The combination of Guardsmark and Universal establishes the largest U.S.-owned security services company Universal Protection Service, a division of Universal Services of America and a portfolio company of Warburg Pincus and Partners Group, announced recently that it has acquired Guardsmark. The companies together create the largest U.S.-owned security company. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed. Guardsmark background Based in Memphis, Tennessee, Guardsmark is one o...

The 2016 event will focus more on industrial security, associated with safety and security protection of industrial facilities and assets Saudi Arabia’s leading security, fire and safety workshop and exhibition will return in 2016. The Saudi Safety & Security Forum and Exhibition 2016 will be taking place from the 16-18 May at The Dhahran International Exhibitions Center, Dammam, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. 2016 welcomes a rebranded SSS, including new logos and branded...

ASUSTOR Inc., a leading innovator and provider of network storage solutions, has announced that Surveillance Center has officially upgraded to version 2.3. All ASUSTOR NAS users with surveillance needs are welcome to download and experience this new version firsthand. “With the growing global demand for IP surveillance solutions, we are very excited to be launching Surveillance Center 2.3 to meet these demands,” said James Su, Product Manager at ASUSTOR. “This new version of S...

Milani will direct sales and marketing for the North, Central and South America CBC AMERICAS Corp., a premier manufacturer of intelligent video surveillance systems announces a key executive promotion in the wake of continued growth and success in the Imaging Technology Division. Victor Milani, former Vice President, Corporate Strategy, has been promoted to Executive Vice President. Milani joined CBC in early 2013 and has been instrumental in fostering the growth of IP techn...

Dedicated to the HIKVISION product range, the catalogue showcases the latest security technology on the market The July issue of the bi-annual DVS Ltd, HIKVISION only trade catalogue is available now. Dedicated to the HIKVISION product range, this catalogue showcases the latest technology on the market. The HIKVISION only issue is published 6 months after the DVS full product catalogue to accommodate the latest releases of the innovative company. DVS are the largest HIKVISI...

The new office, in St. Laurent, QC, will serve as home base for product support & technical support Hikvision, the world’s leading supplier of innovative and award-winning video surveillance products and solutions, is pleased to announce that the Hikvision Canada Inc. branch office will open on August 4. The office, located near Montreal, represents the company’s strong commitment to the Canadian market and speaks to its rapid growth in Canada, North America, a...

The OnGarde Rapid Deployment CCTV tower has floodlights to deter would-be trespassers and vandals before any crime is committed Security equipment firm, OnGarde is giving a timely reminder to estates and security managers about the heightened risks of trespass and vandalism over the school holidays. Hiring a Rapid Deployment CCTV tower brings down insurance premiums and protects even remote sites. Last year, Scottish councils alone spent more than £1 million repairi...

The awards are a fantastic opportunity for our member companies to showcase the talents of personnel Members of the British Security Industry Association (BSIA) are being encouraged to submit their nominations for 2016’s Security Personnel Awards, with the deadline just over three months away. Awards serve contributions of security personnel These prestigious awards are presented every year in both regional and national rounds of judging. The awards serve to acknow...

Dunlap will be responsible for identifying growth opportunities in IP surveillance for the southeast coast of the U.S CBC AMERICAS Corp., a premier manufacturer of intelligent video surveillance systems is pleased to announce the addition of Mr. David Dunlap as Southeastern Regional Sales Manager, Imaging Technology Division. Mr. Dunlap is an industry veteran bringing more than 25 years of experience in the security industry, as well as other technology related segments. He h...

VideoXpert is Pelco’s leading-edge Video Management System (VMS) that sets a new bar for the user experience Pelco by Schneider Electric recently announced that they have teamed up with Agent Video Intelligence(Agent Vi) to integrate Pelco’s VideoXpert™ video management platform with savVi™, Agent Vi’s video analytics platform – a union that literally extends the performance and functionality of the already powerful VideoXpert VMS. Expandin...

DIGIEVER & Axis bundle was showcased to all the partners at Axis Solution Conference 2015 Colin Wang, the Business Development Manager with DIGIEVER, a fast growing, Linux-embedded, open platform NVR solution provider, introduces “DIGIEVER & Axis Solution”. As being one of the partners in AXIS Application Development program (ADP), DIGIEVER has fully integrated with AXIS to bring the more advanced surveillance system to the users and help reach the possible...

VIVOTEK is proud to announce the launch of its all-new smart and efficient ND8422P PoE NVR. With the full-features of a Linux- embedded system, this new NVR supports up to 16 channels of network cameras, and is equipped with 8 built-in PoE complaint ports. This advanced connectivity means users can connect cameras directly to the NVR without any additional hardware. The new ND8422P PoE NVR is also equipped with a fisheye network camera de-warping function, which makes it an ideal choice for a wi...

The Boston-area location will offer a highly branded environment for employees, customers and guests Oncam, the security division of Oncam Technologies and leading provider of 360-degree camera technology, announced recently it has expanded the headquarters for its Americas operations. The new location is indicative of the company’s sustained growth and is part of a corporate strategy to strengthen its presence in key markets across the globe.  Strengthening global...

De Fina also made his mark at several other companies, including Samsung-Techwin, SightLogix, and Hikvision Frank De Fina, a security executive whose career spanned more than two decades at Panasonic, died suddenly over the weekend. Since leaving Panasonic in 2008, De Fina also made his mark at several other companies, including security industry players Samsung-Techwin, SightLogix, and Hikvision, where he was employed at his death. 26 years at Panasonic A statement from...

Galaxy adds four new manufacturers’ rep firms to handle sales and support activities in markets Galaxy Control Systems, a leading provider of integrated access control, video and security solutions, has partnered with four new manufacturers’ representative firms to handle sales and support activities in markets that continue to show rapid expansion opportunities for the company. The new representative firms The new rep firms include: Bongiorno & Associates, I...

The paper is designed to provide the correct protocols in the destruction of sensitive items and materials The British Security Industry Association (BSIA) and its Information Destruction section are pleased to announce the publication of a white paper to be used by public sector entities. Provide correct protocols The paper is designed to be used as a guide for public sector agencies, and any organisation wishing to benchmark against that sector, to provide the correct...

The appointment supports growing IDIS customer base and partners, particularly supporting DirectIP full-HD surveillance offering IDIS has appointed Charles Penning to the position of Technical Specialist to support its growing number of customers and partners, particularly supporting the company’s flagship DirectIP™ end-to-end and plug-and-play full-HD surveillance offering. Based out of the IDIS European headquarters in London, Penning will strengthen the UK tech...

CFD Sales will be offering the complete range of COMPRO's products and solutions to the Japanese market COMPRO Technology Inc., leading Cloud IP video surveillance solution provider, recently announced the appointment of CFD Sales as COMPRO's distributor in Japan. From now on, CFD Sales will be offering the complete range of COMPRO's products and solutions to the Japanese market. Established in 1974, CFD Sales is a one-stop-supplier where customers can buy various kinds of pr...

The new partnership will allow Seek Thermal the opportunity to reach the millions of people across the globe in Europe Through a partnership with Kondor, Seek Thermal, creators of heat seeking thermal imaging smart tools designed for consumer and commercial applications that save energy, time, and improve safety, announced that after winning the CE Week Innovation Zone Technovation Award and the Prism Award for Imaging & Cameras, their thermal image smartphone camera i...

Honeywell MAXPRO Cloud integrated video surveillance and access control security system wins ESX award The Electronic Security Expo (ESX) - the national trade event where electronic security and life safety dealers, integrators, and monitoring professionals connect, learn, and prepare for the future - announced the winner of ESX 2015 TechVision Challenge. ESX continues to highlight next-generation technology in the electronic security and life safety industry. This year, ESX...