IP security & surveillance news

Graeme Powell Marketing is a specialist security products PR & marketing companyGraeme Powell Marketing (GPM), the specialist security products PR & marketing company debuted their Escort MkII RS2000 rally car on the Opposite Lock Rally.Taking part in the rally that was held at the Manby Showground, near Louth in Lincolnshire, Graeme Powell, GPM's director battled against other established competitors and powerful rally machinery from across the country. "The rally was a great test...

OnSSI's Ocularis video management platform integrated with SightLogix intelligent video surveillance camerasOnSSI, the market leader in open-architecture, intelligent IP-based video surveillance software, has announced integration of OnSSI's Ocularis video management platform with SightLogix intelligent video surveillance cameras for perimeter security. SightLogix systems combine edge-based video analytics, long and wide-area coverage and GPS target tracking for accurate, cost-effective intrusio...

Mayflex and Raytec know that lighting solutions can make a huge difference to surveillanceMayflex, the IP specialist, is proud to announce it's the first distributor in the UK to be supplying the Raytec series of High Power PoE White-Light and Infra-Red LED illuminators.Raytec's recently launched range of High Power PoE illuminators is designed to provide lighting for all surveillance systems being installed on a network infrastructure. The new illuminators are fully weatherproof and can be used...

  From left to right: Tim Penn (AMX), Mike Blackman (ISE) and Keith Watson (Harman)Integrated Systems Events is delighted to announce that Keith Watson has joined its Board of Directors. Watson, who is Marketing Director - Mixing for Harman's mixer business, Soundcraft Studer, joined ISE's Advisory Committee in 2009 and attended his first meeting of the Board of Directors during InfoComm last month.The Board maintains three positions for representatives of ISE's exhibitors, each of who...

  Thales are offering £50,000 for aviation security breakthroughsThales UK and Intellect recently announce the launch of a project to identify and trial new technologies, solutions and ideas from any small, medium or large-sized business or academic institution that can be used to enhance aviation security. Known as the INSTINCT-Technology Demonstrator 2 (TD2), this is a dynamic, innovative project that is designed to discover, trial and showcase emergent security technologi...

The certification recognises CornerStone's investment in training its staff on Honeywell Security products Honeywell announced that CornerStone, a leading independent UK security consultancy, has achieved Associate Member status of the Honeywell Trained Specifier Certification (TSC) programme.The Associate Member certification recognises CornerStone's substantial investment in training its staff on Honeywell Security products to ensure optimum support and services to customers...

QED will stock and supply the LanTEK range of LAN Cable CertifiersQED Networks, the newly formed supplier of networking equipment have recently formed a business partnership with Ideal Industries to stock and supply their LanTEK® range of LAN Cable Certifiers.Matt Philp, QED Networks Operations Manger commented: "We are very happy to be a new distributor for the LanTEK® products. It is a fantastic range with quality build and excellent performance." Matt continued: "QED Ne...

Standards for networked security devices will increase market opportunities for IP-enabled solutionsVideotec joined PSIA in 2009 and since then has actively worked to gain a thorough knowledge of the protocol. Now this common language has been successfully integrated within their ALBERT units for video analytics. A prototype was shown at the ISC West exhibition at Las Vegas. All visitors at Videotec's stand saw and tried the system to remotely control the PTZ telemetry through the PSIA prot...

 Aimetis welcomed Jalmari Vaissi as the EMEA Sales Director and Gabriel Rudbäck as Regional Sales ManagerAimetis Corp., a global leader in intelligent IP video management software announced the expansion of its European management team. The company welcomes Jalmari Vaissi as EMEA Sales Director and Gabriel Rudbäck as Regional Sales Manager for the Nordic market.Vaissi will lead the company's sales and marketing efforts in the region with his solid track record of building sal...

NVT manufactures unshielded twisted pair (UTP) CCTV Hybrid Video transmission productsNetwork Video Technologies Ltd (NVT), the award-winning manufacturer of unshielded twisted pair (UTP) CCTV Hybrid Video™ transmission products, has appointed Kelly Grace to the role of EMEA Sales Coordinator.Kelly's new role will see her supporting NVT's extensive customer base throughout Europe, the Middle East, Africa and Russia; utilising over 10 years of sales and business development experience to pr...

Smatrix is ideally suited for the joint operation of analogue and IP camerasNew hall, new highlights! During this year's Security, which runs from the 5th to the 8th of October in Essen, Germany, Dallmeier will for the first time be exhibiting in hall 3 (stand 805). The company will present network-based video security technology from one source and ideally adjusted VideoIP solutions for any area, ranging from private homes to international large-scale projects. Special highlights at t...

The show will feature a comprehensive surveillance solution from lenses, cameras, video servers, etcSecutech, Asia's important business hub for the security industry will take place from 20 - 22 April 2011 at the Nangang Taipei World Trade Centre, Taiwan. Organised by Messe Frankfurt New Era Business Media Ltd, the 14th edition expects to attract a record-breaking 560 exhibitors and more than 25,550 professional buyers from around the world. Messe Frankfurt New Era Business Media Ltd i...

Hikvision was also ranked number 5 in  CCTV & video surveillance equipment IMS Research's ‘World Market for CCTV and Video Surveillance Equipment Report 2010' has once again confirmed Hikvision's market-leading position as the Number 1 supplier of DVR products worldwide. In addition, Hikvision was also ranked Number 5 in the CCTV & video surveillance equipment category in the world, a significant jump from last year's ninth position."Hikvision has continued to grow h...

The pages devoted to Siemens airport offering focus on security, comfort and passenger safetySiemens Building Technologies Division has created a section of its website devoted to integrated airport solutions, including interactive features to enhance the visitor experience, including the first 3D ‘augmented reality' feature to be created by Siemens.The pages devoted to Siemens airport offering focus on security, comfort and passenger safety, demonstrating the way in which an integrated ap...

The training will cover areas ranging from camera recording to monitoring to database storage and retrievalEffective immediately, OnSSI is offering a special promotion on their redesigned Ocularis Certification Training Program. Starting today and continuing through August 31, 2010, single enrolment can be purchased at a significant discount for any of the upcoming classes with this new curriculum held before December 31, 2010. This pre-registration credit may be used for either the ne...

The training will also cover designing of Uncompressed Video Transmission NetworksAMG Systems Ltd. announces that the company is launching a new comprehensive training programme. The background for the new training programme stems from requests made by clients in need of training which has a wider approach to transmission systems for security & surveillance applications. The new training courses will be offered along side the existing AMG product training courses.The new training courses, am...

The design and development of Compro IP products and solutions have always kept "simplicity" their cornerstoneCompro is pleased to announce its alliance with ONVIF, an industrial forum for the development of a global standard for the interface of IP-based security products, which will ensure interoperability between security products regardless of manufacturers.The design and development of Compro IP video surveillance products and solutions have always kept "simplicity" thei...

"The successful integrators will be those that offer integrated security solutions"Integrated systems will account for over 70% of the total security systems installation and maintenance market in Europe by 2013, according to a new study from IMS Research. The research, which measured the potential market for integrated security systems, also identified integration with HVAC (Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning) and building automation systems as a key trend for the future. Howev...

Aceda has selected MOBOTIX as the key platform for its expansion into IP CCTV and video managementMOBOTIX AG, a leading manufacturer of digital high-resolution, network-based video security systems has announced Aceda Ltd, a highly respected IT and network services provider, as the latest member of the MOBOTIX Certified Partner Programme.With over 20 years experience in networking and IT, Aceda has selected MOBOTIX as the key platform for its expansion into IP CCTV and video management as part o...

Chandler has 17 years of experience in the CCTV industryBrickcom has announced the appointment of Robert Chandler as their UK Sales Manager.Chandler brings 17 years of experience in the CCTV industry having worked in a variety of fields across the sector including fire and intruder systems, video recording solutions and IP CCTV products. He joins Brickcom from Aasset security where he held the post of UK Sales and Marketing Manager "We are delighted to welcome Robert into the company,&...

 CCTV specialist AD Group's CEO Mike Newton enjoyed a victory in the Algarve 1000km, Le Mans Series raceOver the weekend, entrepreneur and long-time racing driver Mike Newton, who is CEO of CCTV specialist AD Group - the parent company of Dedicated Micros, secured an impressive victory in the tough six-hour Algarve 1000 km, nighttime, Le Mans Series endurance race alongside Brazilian Tommy Erdos and newly signed co-driver Ben Collins for the RML AD Group team.The win in Portugal behind the...

Octavian will manage the entire security of Kanbar's 2 million square feet of office spaceOctavian Security USA, the U.S. arm of UK-based firm Octavian Security, announced it has chosen to establish its USA headquarters in Tulsa, Okla., after landing a prestigious contract with a U.S. property giant. The company, which is run by British entrepreneurs Sukhi Ghuman and Sam Sangha, has seen off U.S. rivals and been awarded a contract by Tulsa developer and property management company Kanbar Pr...

The companies have entered into an OEM agreement to enhance NICE Situator with Esri's GIS capabilitiesNICE Systems Ltd., a leading global provider of intent-based solutions that enable enterprises and security organisations to extract insight from interactions, transactions and surveillance to drive business performance, reduce risk and ensure safety, and Esri, a leading provider of geographical information system (GIS) software, announced that the companies have entered into an OEM agreement to...

The three members are from ABL, a leading provider of security services in the Czech RepublicThree members of ASIS International, the pre-eminent organisation for security management professionals worldwide, have been appointed to the new government of the Czech Republic on 13 July. The President of Czech Republic, Václav Klaus, selected a new centre-right coalition government following the parliamentary elections held in May 2010. Godfried Hendriks, CPP, Senior Regional Vice President fo...

A good example of a well managed IP-based surveillance system is that installed by Breckland District CouncilAxis Communications, the global leader in the network video market asks how many of the UK's reported six million cameras in public spaces are managed as effectively and efficiently as they could be.It is clear that video surveillance plays a key role in fighting crime and protecting public spaces. However, its role can be improved and better management will ensure the cameras capture qua...

Mike White is the Head of Operations and Sales at Charter Security PLCAt the first meeting of IPSA's International Council, following the recent AGM, Mike White was elected as Deputy International Chairman, taking over from Dennis Ricketts who has been appointed Public Relations Officer with particular interest in Wales and the South West where he is located.Mike has worked in a variety of senior management roles for various guarding companies, leading to his current position as Head of Operatio...

Basler AG is one of the leading companies in the vision technology sector worldwideBasler AG, one of the leading companies in the vision technology sector worldwide, is pleased to announce, that it has sold the intellectual property and all assets associated with the solar water inspection business of Basler AG as of May 12th, 2010 to Semilab Zrt of Hungary, a leading supplier for photovoltaic metrology and inspection. "This transaction is congruent with Basler's previously communicated des...

Schneider Electric has taken significant steps to more closely align Pelco with the Buildings BusinessSchneider Electric announced that Pelco President and CEO, Dean Meyer has been promoted to the new position of Executive Vice President, Buildings Business, one of the company's five global businesses. He is now responsible for the day-to-day operations of Buildings and reports directly to Chris Curtis, President and CEO, Schneider Electric Buildings Business. Schneider Electric has taken signif...

The security roles require the security team to live on-site 24 hours a day to ensure total event securityThe UK's leading outside broadcast security company, Octavian Security, is looking for motor home owners to guard film sets and TV outside broadcasts for the likes of the BBC and others.In addition to looking after some of the most exciting sporting and TV events on the calendar and being able to meet celebrities, Octavian Security is even offering successful applicants free training.The sec...

The IP surveillance training facility is designed to support Axis Communications AcademyAxis Communications, the global leader in the network video market, announced the opening of a new Canadian sales office and IP surveillance solution centre in Canada."Over the last several years we have seen strong and increasing interest in network video products on the Canadian market. Establishing an office and new training centre in Canada is thus a natural step in our expansion plans," sa...