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VIDEOR E. Hartig GmbH will be distributing Videotec products in the Europe and Middle East AreaWith effect from 1st July, the multi-brand distributor VIDEOR E. Hartig GmbH has concluded a distribution partnership with the Italian manufacturer Videotec and will be distributing its products in the Europe and Middle East Area. Michael Haas, Managing Director of VIDEOR announced: "We are proud to have won Videotec, the market leader for PTZ systems and housings technology, as distribu...

 Vicon is able to offer fully engineered solutions at the ACPO-APA International Policing Exhibition to meet the demanding requirements of the policeVisitors to Vicon's stand F42 at the 2009 ACPO-APA International Policing Exhibition will have the opportunity to see some of the very latest advantages in CCTV technology.Vicon, one of the world's leading independent manufacturers of CCTV equipment and high quality video systems, is able to offer fully engineered solutions to meet the dem...

Maxim Saveliev, Sales Manager and Ivan Zharkov, Technical ManagerSamsung Techwin's professional security division has further expanded its team to provide support for the company's growing list of customers in Russia and CIS.Maxim Saveliev joins Samsung Techwin as Sales Manager having previously worked with Pelco for three years as Project Sales Manager. Prior to Pelco, Maxim was Sales Manager for Luis+.Ivan Zharkov, who has been appointed Technical Manager, has considerable technical knowledge...

 Group 4 Technology's Symmetry Security Management System integrates with Bosch IP camerasGroup 4 Technology announces that its Symmetry Security Management System (SMS) now integrates with Bosch Security Systems' IP cameras. This integration cements Group 4 Technology's strategic partnership with Bosch and provides customers with another best-in-breed IP partner solution.Along with Bosch's Divar 9- and 16-channel digital video recorders, Symmetry SMS now supports several models of Bosch IP...

 Julie Kenny CBE DL has been appointed vice-chairman of the British Security Industry AssociationJulie Kenny CBE DL has been appointed as the new vice-chairman of the British Security Industry Association.Julie Kenny has been involved in the BSIA for some 17 years including two stints as Chairman of the Security Equipment Manufacturers Section. Julie is Managing Director of Pyronix Limited, and Chairman, CEO and major shareholder of its parent company Secure Holdings Limited.John Bates, BSI...

MOBOTIX proudly sponsored the French Federation Golf TournamentOn 12 July 2009, in the beautiful country side of North Eastern Lorraine, France, MOBOTIX had the honour of taking matters one step further. The French Federation of Golf had authorised the "Number 1" IP camera manufacturer 18 holes on one of the most amazing courses in Bitche, France. The Tournament was open to the public and registration was completed by 6 July. The price for the event was 55 Euro that was&...

 RISCO Group USA's security management system integrates with Milestone's IP video softwareRISCO Group USA and Milestone Systems recently announced their domestic partnering agreement, integrating RISCO Group USA's advanced security management system with Milestone's open platform IP video software. The newly developed integration solution combines Milestone's XProtect IP video open platform as a recording engine for the SynopSYS™ Integrated Security and Building Management Syste...

 Alain Taylor brings extensive association experience to the Security Industry AssosiationThe Security Industry Association is pleased to announce that Alain Taylor has joined the organisation as its sales manager. Alain will be responsible for selling the security industry resources offered by SIA as well as sponsorships at SIA events.Prior to joining SIA, Alain worked as the director of corporate relations for the Direct Marketing Association, where he spearheaded...

 Zenitel successfully exhibited new IP infotainment and CCTV possibilities for onboard ships at Nor-Shipping 2009Zenitel, international market leader in integrated communication solutions for the professional market, successfully presented a number of new IP entertainment and CCTV possibilities for onboard ships at this year's Nor-Shipping. Zenitel Marine's IP Infotainment solutions and CCTV systems were presented by Zenitel representatives and colleagues from Singapore, Croatia, Germa...

  DVTel opens a new office in Mexico City to meet the growing demand for DVTel solutions DVTel, Inc., multiple award-winning market leader in the development and delivery of intelligent security solutions over IP networks, announced the opening of a new location in Mexico City. This new office will improve the already outstanding service to our large list of customers, and it will meet the growing demand for DVTel solutions in the region. With the opening of the new...

 ‘Safety and security innovations for the modern urban lifestyle' was the theme for the recently held Bosch Forum‘Safety and security innovations for the modern urban lifestyle' was the theme for the recently held Bosch Forum, hosted by Robert Meier, Managing Director for Bosch in the UK.Keynote speaker at the annual event, now in its fourth year, was Dr. Peter Ryan, former chief of police for New South Wales in Australia and principle security advisor to the International Olymp...

The Security Industry Association has endorsed a new bill to improve security at wastewater treatment plantsThe Security Industry Association has endorsed a new bill that would improve security at wastewater treatment plants.The "Wastewater Treatment Works Security Act of 2009" (H.R. 2883), introduced by Rep. Eddie Bernice Johnson, D-Texas, on June 16, would authorise $200 million in annual Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) grants through 2014 for certain security enhancements and...

 RISCO Group USA's leading product line is the SynopSYS™ Security and BuildingManagement PlatformThis year at ESX, RISCO Group USA is affirming its strengths, while continuing to build a more significant presence in the security industry through innovation and new technology offerings. As a leading provider of integrated security systems, RISCO is showcasing their suite of converged security and building management solutions."We are sharpening our focus, both on our cor...

HDcctv Alliance announced that the organisation is now open for membership sign up HDcctv™ Alliance, the global security industry consortium established to manage technical standards for HDcctv equipment interoperability, announced that the organisation is now open for membership sign up at www.highdefcctv.org. Alliance members can log into the Website and gain access to non-public Alliance information. Members also participate in the development of HDcctv Interoperability Specification v1...

SIA's CST provides information about the entire process of training a central station operatorThe Security Industry Association is offering the only 40-hour central station training (CST) programme in the industry that includes classroom training with proctored exams and certifies students to be both operators and instructors.SIA's CST course is a cost-effective programme that provides information about the entire process of training a central station operator from experienced instructors. It id...

RISCO Group is reinforcing its presence in the North American market with a number of strategic initiativesRISCO Group, a leading provider of integrated security systems, is reinforcing its presence in the North American market with a number of strategic initiatives. Highlights of the plan include the launch of RISCO Group USA, headed by Len Friedman as President and CEO; new corporate headquarters in Melville, NY; the appointment of Robert Barry as Vice President of Integration Sales and Suppor...

  DVTel has been promoting the efforts of ONVIF behind the scenes since the organisation was announced DVTel, Inc., multiple award-winning market leader in the development and delivery of intelligent security solutions over IP networks, recently announced that it has joined ONVIF (Open Network Video Interface Forum) in support of the company's long-standing efforts to promote the importance of standards within the physical security market. ONVIF's mission is the adop...

 Every new unit of Samsung Techwin's iPOLiS range of IP/network products will be ONVIF compliantONVIF is an open industry forum for the development of a global standard for the interface of network video products. It is committed to the adoption of network video in the security market and the ONVIF standard is intended to ensure interoperability between network video products regardless of the manufacturer.James Smith, European Marketing Manager of Samsung Techwin's professional security di...

Intransa VideoAppliance now comes with Milestone XProtect IP video management platform Intransa, the leader in simple, green video data management and retention, today announced that its ground-breaking video surveillance appliances are now shipping pre-loaded with XProtect™ from Milestone Systems, the leading global provider of open platform IP video management software."The Intransa VideoAppliance introduction is a major step toward simplicity in the delivery of best-in-breed IP su...

SeeView is demonstrating how to build business long-term with MilestoneSeeView Security, Inc. (SeeView) announced recently that it has achieved certification from Milestone Systems as a Platinum Value Added Reseller (VAR) of Milestone XProtect™ Enterprise and XProtect Corporate, industry-leading open platform IP video management software. SeeView is a premier provider for installation, monitoring and maintenance of access control, electronic security, video surveillance and broadband...

 Honeywell Fusion III Digital Video Recorder (DVR) v3.6, the latest version of its Fusion III security DVR seriesView French version / Communiqué de presse en françaisHoneywell recently announced the Fusion III Digital Video Recorder (DVR) v3.6, the latest version of its highly regarded Fusion III security DVR series. The solution incorporates new features and is one of the first DVRs to be certified by the French standards authority CNPP that meets the criteria required...

 L'offre de produits IP permet une intégration en toute simplicité aux réseaux analogiques et numériquesView English version / Communiqué de presse en anglaisHoneywell a annoncé aujourd'hui l'extension de son offre de solutions IP dans la zone EMEA (Europe, Moyen-Orient, Afrique) avec le lancement de l'enregistreur vidéo numérique (DVR) Fusion III v3.6 et de la gamme de caméras mégapixels HCX, offrant ainsi aux installate...

 Trend-setting features of Basler's IP cameras integrated into artec technologies' MULTIEYE NET softwareartec technologies is pleased very about its cooperation with Basler Inc, Ahrensburg, of one of the leading companies in the area of vision technology.Introduced in 2008, the camera series for video surveillance benefits from decades of experience in the development of cameras for product surveillance.Multifaceted and often trend-setting features of Basler's IP cameras such as day/ni...

 The awards recognise outstanding contributions the security industrySIA, CSAA and NBFAA have announced the winners of the 2009 Tri-Association awards: Alan Forman, President of Altronix Corporation, will be honoured with the George R. Lippert Memorial Award and John Murphy, President of Vector Security, will receive the Triton Award.Each year, the Security Industry Association (SIA), the Central Station Alarm Association (CSAA) and the National Burglar & Fire Alarm Association (NBFAA)...

Bosch's MIC400 aluminium and MIC400IR cameras in the World War II U-boat Bosch's rugged MIC Series, or "Metal Mickey" cameras as they are commonly known, have found an unusual application, installed in a Second World War U-boat docked in Liverpool, giving visitors an up-close look at the internal workings of an old German submarine.Located at the Woodside Ferry Terminal, Birkenhead, and operated by Merseytravel, The U-boat Story is a £5m visitor attraction with a salvaged U-534 G...

 Axis Communication's product portfolio of network video products received the Grand Award of Design for 2009Axis Communication's product portfolio of network video products received the Grand Award of Design for 2009. The prize was accepted by representatives from Axis and its cooperation partner Zenit Design at a ceremony held on Tuesday at the Moderna Museet in Stockholm, Sweden.It is a success story where Axis, through a consistent strategy, has managed to establish itself as market lea...

CCTVProtect.com will offer the full range of Samsung Techwin CCTV equipment for next day delivery CCTVProtect.com today announced the launch of its website, with the aim of providing trade and retail customers alike with high quality CCTV equipment.As an official distributor for Samsung Techwin CCTV products, CCTVProtect.com will offer their full range of CCTV equipment for next day delivery at very competitive rates, along with in-depth technical and product specification support.Samsung Techwi...

 Avrio RMS Group and Federal Signal, public safety leaders, together provide a unique value to law enforcementRMS Technology Solutions, a leading provider of surveillance solutions that fight crime and increase security through video, sensor, and mobile technologies has announced it has partnered with Federal Signal Corporation (NYSE:FSS), a leader in advancing public safety, security and well-being through Automated License Plate Recognition (ALPR) technology, first responder vehicular lig...

 The site implements a fully interactive version of the Dedicated Micros' product catalogueDedicated Micros - part of AD Group - announces that UK customers will now be able to order its full range of CCTV products directly through a new, comprehensive, e-commerce site, from cameras, domes, DVRs and servers to accessories.The customer-friendly site, which has just gone 'live', implements a fully interactive version of the company's UK product catalogue and features the very latest Dedicated...

Axis Communications received the Swedish Export Prize at an award ceremony held at Cirkus in StockholmAxis Communications received the Swedish Export Prize from His Majesty the King at an award ceremony held at Cirkus in Stockholm. The award is given to a Swedish company that has displayed a strong export trend during recent years with successes on several markets, which at the same time displays good profitability and positive development of the Swedish operations.The motivation for the prize w...