IP security & surveillance news

Counter Terror Expo's programme will feature 30+ case studies on various security aspects In order for the counter terrorism and security industry to effectively combat the evolving security threat, it is essential to continuously apply lessons learned from past experiences in order to prevent errors or future attacks from taking place especially in light of the increasingly sophisticated attempts by potential terrorists. Counter Terror Expo’s workshop programme will fe...

3Si will showcase IPSecurityCenter PSIM from CNL Software at GSA CNL Software, a world leader in Physical Security Information Management (PSIM) software, is pleased to announce it will join 3Si PTE Ltd, a critical technology company dedicated to providing clients with total security solutions, at the Global Security Asia event in Singapore. This year 3Si will be showcasing IPSecurityCenter PSIM, from CNL Software to over 7000 Counter Terrorism, Internal State Security, Civil...

Atul has been with Axis for over 15 years and operated across a number of disciplines Axis Communications, the global market leader in the network video market has announced that Atul Rajput has been appointed as Regional Director, Northern Europe. Atul has been with Axis for over 15 years and has operated across a number of sales, technical and business development disciplines. Most recently Atul formed part of the regional management team, with responsibility for the bu...

Phil previously served as Regional Director for Northern Europe at Axis Communication Quadrant Security Group (QSG), part of Synectics plc, has appointed a new Managing Director – security and IT management expert Phil Doyle. Phil joins the security systems integration company from global network video business AXIS Communications, where he held the post of Regional Director for Northern Europe - specialising in IP based surveillance and intelligent security systems...

The show will benefit exhibitors by focusing on the commercial and residential installer community Security Technology Live recently announced a radical new pricing model for exhibition space at the event, which will bring the whole commercial and domestic security industry together at the NEC, Birmingham from 13 – 15 May 2014. Stand space rates for Security Technology Live will start at just £200 per sqm for the first 50 exhibitors to sign up for the show irrespe...

The IndigoVision IP camera range has been boosted with the launch of the newly enhanced Standard Definition (SD) camera range, including the 9000 range of Fixed and Fixed Dome Cameras, complimenting the existing IndigoVision High Definition (HD) and Megapixel (MP) camera ranges. Traditionally audio may not have been seen as a priority in the CCTV sector and as a result most IP cameras use outdated audio encoding technologies such as G.711 and G.728 compression. These technologies deliver poor q...

OnSSI is extending the opportunity for enrollment to all of the company’s Certified Channel Partners OnSSI has launched a new Premier Partner Program that establishes a new model of collaboration with its reseller network by highly incentivising proficiency, commitment and long-term growth. To further build on its position as the market leader in open-architecture and intelligent IP video surveillance software, OnSSI is extending the opportunity for enrollment to al...

Compro Technology, a leading video technology developed company, recently with honor to announce TN50W, a cloud base name card size cube type IP Camera. TN50W adopts advanced plug-n-play (P2P) technology, turns IP camera setup as easy as skype, one can use iphone / Android app, WPS, or web-based iWizard to build the camera connection within only two minutes. TN50W designs QR-code scan for easy install and add camera like a 1-2-3 steps within one minute.  Thanks to intelligent graphic user...

Compro Technology, a leading video technology developed company, recently with honour to announce the new era product series will all powered by C4Home. C4Home is an intelligent security cloud solution design for home and business owner, it means Care for Home, which offers all the cares with convenience, comfort, connect and control, aim to create a new lifestyle via smart mobile device. C4Home founded in 2009 and has been dedicated to the Video-As-A-Service (VaaS) for the home and business se...

Profile S describes the functionalities shared by ONVIF conformant video management systems Profile S describes the common functionalities shared by ONVIF conformant video management systems and devices that send, configure, request or control the streaming of media data over an IP network, and includes specific features such as PTZ control, audio streaming and relay outputs. In order to achieve Profile S certification, Wavestore’s VMS had to be tested with cameras from...

LG’s complete line will be showcased in the Observint Technologies booth at ISC West Observint Technologies has extended the company’s strategic partnership with LG Electronics to bring LG's latest security solutions to market, including a complete line of megapixel IP cameras, hybrid digital video recorders, and security-optimised displays. LG, one of the world's leading manufacturers of consumer electronics, mobile communications, home appliances and security pro...

Panasonic, a leading provider of integrated security and surveillance solutions for a wide variety of markets including education, food services and healthcare, as well as enterprises and government agencies, recently announced the general availability of its i-PRO SmartHD 360° panoramic 3.0 megapixel dome cameras. Recently introduced at the ASIS Conference in September, both indoor (WV-SF438) and outdoor IP66 rated weather and vandal resistant (WV-SW458) cameras are now available through au...

Panasonic has developed unique ‘micro colour splitters’, which separate the light that falls on image sensors by exploiting light's wavelike properties. Applying them to actual image sensors allows bright colour images to be achieved even under low-light conditions. This development makes colour filters unnecessary by using the micro colour splitters that control the diffraction of light at a microscopic level. Panasonic has achieved approximately double the colour sensitivity in com...

SECURE+ is a special designation to identify members who install home automation and integrated services The Electronic Security Association (ESA) announced winners of the ESA SECURE+ Awards. The awards showcase how SECURE+ integrators are making their customers’ lives not only safer and more secure, but also simpler, more energy efficient and convenient. SECURE+ is a special designation offered by ESA to identify members who install home automation and integrated servi...

Vivotek's net sales in local currencies increased by 16% compared to 2011 VIVOTEK recently announced its sales results for 2012, reporting revenue exceeding USD100 million for the year, the highest that the company has achieved. Net sales in local currencies increased by 16% compared to 2011. Spurred by rising security concerns due to the threat of terrorism and other factors, the IP surveillance industry has seen significant growth. In addition, advances in technology, such...

The IDIS website will provide a resource for detailed product specifications, customer support and case studies IDIS has launched a new website ahead of its DirectIP™ launch in May at IFSEC International. The new website reveals the new IDIS suite of high-definition (HD) cameras, network video recorders (NVR) and video management system (VMS) built on the game changing DirectIP™ framework. The website will provide a resource for detailed product specification...

The briefing will feature presentations and discussions hosted by key industry experts With changes to industry regulation and licensing set to impact the UK’s private industry later this year, the British Security Industry Association (BSIA) has organised an exclusive breakfast briefing to explore the impact of a changing regulatory regime. Free to attend and open to both members and non-members of the Association, the breakfast briefing will feature presentations and...

AMG-Panogenics, the British manufacturer of sophisticated Megapixel cameras, has developed SmokeCam360 – an ideal solution for 360 degree fisheye camera implementations in sensitive environments such as care homes, hospitals, nurseries and more. Sara Bullock, International Sales & Marketing Director of AMG Group says, “We have had a number of enquiries from clients looking for a camera solution which is un-obtrusive and fits into sensitive environments with minimal cost and effo...

Y-cam unveils the Cube, their latest professional grade wireless network camera range, providing VGA, 720p &  1080p HD resolution models, with IR night vision, Wi-Fi N and up to 64gb of on-camera storage, giving home or business customers the utmost in security, integration, design and reliability. Award-winning British wireless camera specialist, Y-cam Solutions Ltd, the leading provider of affordable and easy-to-use security cameras, have announced their new professional IP camera ra...

Mayflex the Converged IP Solutions distributor, is pleased to announce that  Paxton, the UK market leading manufacturer of electronic access control, is launching the free IP Access Control Bootcamp, to get infrastructure installers started in the security market. Mayflex is working closely with Paxton to encourage their established channel of infrastructure installers to take a look at the access control proposition from Paxton, which could easily complement their core infrastructure acti...

QNAP Systems, Inc. recently officially launched its latest business-class 12-drive rackmount Turbo NAS TS-1269U-RP. Featuring blazingly fast performance and well-rounded designs to ensure system reliability and rich business applications, the TS-1269U-RP is designed to fulfill mission-critical storage needs of small and medium businesses with maximum system uptime. The TS-1269U-RP is equipped with a Dual-core Intel Atom™ 2.13GHz processor, dual Gigabit LAN ports, and 2GB DDR3 RAM, deliver...

The agreement authorises AVAD to deliver the complete line of MOBOTIX IP technologies to the security markets MOBOTIX Corp., an industry-leading provider of high-resolution, network-based surveillance systems, recently announced a new distribution relationship with Avad LLC, an Ingram Micro subsidiary and a leading distributor of customer electronics and Pro AV products. The strategic agreement authorises AVAD to deliver the complete line of MOBOTIX IP technologies to the secu...

The conference is AMAG's annual education and networking event for security engineers and resellers AMAG Technology, an access control, IP video and intrusion detection (IDS) solution provider, will be hosting its 12th annual Security Engineering Symposium and Reseller Insight Conference, March 1-5, 2013 at The Loews Coronado Bay Resort in San Diego. The conference is AMAG’s annual education and networking event for security engineers and resellers.  Nearly 100 secu...

QSG delivers a fully integrated multi-discipline security management solution for police sites Quadrant Security Group (QSG), a subsidiary of UK-based Synectics plc, has secured a £2.7 million contract to develop and deliver security and CCTV solutions for Avon and Somerset Police. The contract represents the culmination of nearly two years of consultancy and design work undertaken by QSG, to deliver a fully integrated multi-discipline security management solution for s...

IFSEC International will continue to unite all parts of the security buying chain in the event UBM Live’s Protection & Management Series will be moving to ExCel London from June 2014, UBM Live recently revealed the overwhelming support received from the industry following the news. The response has been outstanding with visitors, exhibitors, key associations and media partners all expressing their commitment to IFSEC International in London 2014. Feedback received f...

ISD, the edge - based computing platform company announced recently that its award - winning Jaguar IP camera suite is now integrated with exacqVision Edge video management software for distributed or enterprise - class surveillance configurations. The integration demonstrates both companies’ commitment to open systems and edge-based video functionality. The exacqVision Edge server software runs directly on ISD cameras, eliminating the need for a separate VMS server. This unique approach...

The guide details the changes to the licensing and regulatory regime of UK's security industry The British Security Industry Association has produced a guide for end-users and security buyers, to help them understand the proposed changes to the licensing and regulatory regime of the UK’s private security industry, which are set to impact all companies that use private security personnel. From 2013 onwards, there will be a gradual change in the way private security compa...

Observint Technologies has developed a unique business model for the professional security industry to provide integrated, high-performance and high-value end-to-end system solutions. According to Brian Wood, President and CEO, Observint Technologies, “Earning and keeping our customer’s business in this competitive industry environment requires continued innovation in every aspect of our business.  It is more important than ever that our customer’s needs drive technology d...

BSIA is considered a natural partner for SfS as it looks to develop its business over the coming years The British Security Industry Association (BSIA) has recently announced a new partnership with Skills for Security, in a landmark move that brings the sector skills body firmly back within the remit of the industry. The move, approved by board members of both organisations, will see Skills for Security become a wholly-owned subsidiary of the BSIA, reversing the Association&r...

As the Vice President of North America Sales, Ms. Dougan will be responsible for all sales in the USA and Canada Arecont Vision, the industry leader in megapixel camera technology, announced recently that Carole Dougan, Arecont Vision's Vice President, Strategic Accounts, has been named Vice President, North America Sales. Ms. Dougan assumed her new responsibilities on January 1, 2013. As the Vice President of North America Sales, Ms. Dougan will be responsible for all sales...