Author: Stan Lewis
Milestone Systems Announces IT Distributor Partnership With Ingram Micro in Europe
[Editor’s Note: Although this announcement is just for a small territory in Europe, the implication is large: As a tier-1 computer distributor, if Ingram Micro can realize success selling Milestone, it will have a significant impact on the entire physical security industry. If Ingram Micro is not successful, it will keep security products to the more niche distributors. This is a move to watch closely.] Ingram Micro will be distributing Milestone IP video products in Austria, Germany and Switzerland for security and IT integrators to deliver solutions based on open platform technology.
American Dynamics Offers VideoEdge Micro NVR
American Dynamics, part of the Security Products business unit of Tyco (NYSE: TYC), the world?s largest pure-play fire protection and security company, announces VideoEdge Micro, a compact version of the popular VideoEdge network video recorder. Ideal for businesses that have satellite sites with limited space, or smaller businesses that want an IP only solution for their active surveillance needs, VideoEdge Micro is incredibly easy to set up and use.
DVTEL Appoints Jack Meltzer to Senior Director, Global A&E Program
DVTEL, INC., the video surveillance solutions provider, announced that it has named Jack Meltzer as Senior Director, Global A&E Program. The program helps network architects, engineers and consultants to develop expertise with DVTEL?s intelligent, open video surveillance technologies and to specify projects that incorporate DVTEL solutions.
Southwest Microwave?s Remote Polling Module II SDK Simplifies INTREPID High Level Interface
Southwest Microwave has expanded the Software Development Kit (SDK) options for its INTREPID™ Series II perimeter intrusion detection systems (PIDS) with the addition of the Remote Polling Module II (RPM II) SDK. The RPM II package, consisting of an IP-based application layer protocol and accompanying system control hardware module, provides simplified high-level interface between third-party physical security information management (PSIM) or surveillance systems and INTREPID detection technologies.
Dahua 4K Camera Enhances Your HD Demand
Dahua Technology, a world-leading manufacturer and supplier of video surveillance products headquartered in Hangzhou, China introduced its first 4K network camera IPC-HF81200E, ushering in the UHD (Ultra high-definition) era. Defined and approval by International Telecommunication Union (ITU), a 4K camera should offer resolution at 3840 x 2160 with high color fidelity in a 16:9 format using progressive scanning at 25/30Hz.
Icon Labs Announces Anti-Tamper Support for Embedded Devices
Icon Labs, a leading provider of embedded networking and security technology, announced the availability of Floodgate Anti-Tamper, an application and data protection solution that protects real-time operating systems (RTOS) and embedded Linux devices from malicious or accidental changes to firmware, configuration information, and static data.
SeeTec VMS and BCDVideo NVR Integration
SeeTec AG and BCDVideo, a global manufacturer of high-performance IP recording systems for the video surveillance market, announced their Technology Partnership for SeeTec Cayuga and the BCDVideo product family. As both companies are leading in their segment the cooperation provides high standard for video surveillance projects of any size.
Von Duprin Concealed Vertical Cable Exit Devices Fill a Church?s Tall Order
When St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church in Frisco, Texas, needed a way to secure pairs of 14-foot tall bronze doors in its new church, it found the answer in exit devices with the Von Duprin® Concealed Vertical Cable (CVC) system from Allegion.
iOmniscient and CISCO Provide Facial Recognition System to University of San Francisco
iOmniscient has successfully installed its Facial Recognition Software in conjunction with Cisco?s Video Management platform at the University of San Francisco, California, to improve physical security in residence halls.
Vivint Hosts Grand Opening of New Innovation Center
?We initially were a residential security provider,? said Todd Pedersen, Vivint CEO. ?Now we are evolving rapidly. We are now working in connected homes, smart homes, Internet of things.?
Pedersen, who kicked off the meeting, spoke about the potential Vivint has with their Innovation Center. The smart home industry is projected to be an $800 million industry by 2018 and Internet of Things is supposed to be a multi-trillion dollar industry by 2020, he said.
Infinova Signed Agreement to Acquire Swann Communications
Infinova announced today that it has signed an agreement to acquire Swann Communications Pty Ltd, an Australian company. Swann was established in 1987 and pioneered the DIY video surveillance markets in North America, Australia, and Europe and is the leader in this category.
Vanderbilt Industries Agrees to Acquire Siemens? Security Product Business
Vanderbilt Industries, a global leader providing state-of-the-art security systems, announced today it has entered into an agreement to acquire Siemens? Security Products business, part of the Siemens? Building Technologies Division. The business will be renamed Vanderbilt International. Security industry veteran Joseph J. Grillo will be Managing Director, working from the new operational headquarters in Germany.
New Opportunities Arise in Video Surveillance for Ethernet Switch Manufacturers
Large Ethernet switch manufacturers have traditionally tailored their products to cater for general information technology (IT) needs. However, this could change as new, fast-growing markets provide Ethernet switch manufacturers the opportunity to diversify.
Bold Technologies Acquires ABM Data Systems
Bold Technologies, a leading provider of central station and PSIM software, acquired fellow automation provider, ABM Data Systems. Bold Technologies has announced it will retain the staff and products of ABM Data Systems. The acquisition significantly increases Bold?s customer base and supplements the company?s product portfolio, while adding substantial industry experience to the Bold Technologies? team.
Lobby Security for New York City Office Tower Provided by Smarter Security
Smarter Security, Inc., provider of premium, innovative entrance control and outdoor security solutions, announced a New York City high-rise selected Fastlane Plus AS optical turnstiles to secure its building lobby. The unique design of the upcoming building led to architectural requirements for custom turnstiles that complement the space. The building owner appreciates Fastlane™ in some of its other properties and with this new building, embraces the efficiencies, cost savings, and appeal of the IP and smartphone technologies Smarter Security offers.
OnSSI Demonstrates Innovative Partner Integrations at Security Canada
On-Net Surveillance Systems, Inc. (OnSSI) will demonstrate its industry-leading Ocularis Video Management Software (VMS), as well as innovative technology integrations, at Security Canada Central Conference and Expo (Booth #417), presented by the Canadian Security Association (CANASA) at the Toronto Congress Centre.
Altronix Launches Video Series on Infrastructure Solutions
Altronix has launched a series of informative video/whiteboard animations on the company?s line of infrastructure solutions. These three new videos provide informative and clear overviews on the benefits of eBridge™ Ethernet over Coax Products, Pace? Long Range Ethernet Adapters and NetWay™ PoE Solutions.
VIVOTEK Debuts Its Compact Split-Type Camera System
VIVOTEK is pleased to announce the debut of its compact Split-type Camera System VC8201, which is comprised of two camera units, CU8131 and CU8171, and a VC8201 video core. Designed separately, the bodies of the camera units are much more compact than general network cameras, making them easier to install and harder to notice.
Digital Ally Introduces MicroVu Compact HD in-Car Video System at IACP Conference
The complete MicroVu™ HD In-Car Video System is only 4? long by 1? tall and is designed for incredibly easy and unobtrusive use, from initial installation to its unprecedented automatic login & recording capabilities and interoperability.
NETAVIS Upgrades NVR to Combat Shellshock/Bashdoor
Shellshock, also known as Bashdoor, is a family of security bugs within Linux and Mac OS X which was disclosed in the end of September. This vulnerability of the Unix Bash shell is also part of CentOS, the operating system which is the base of NETAVIS Observer Bundled versions. To close this security vulnerability, NETAVIS updated the Unix Bash shell in the software version Observer 4.5.2 which is ready for download at www.netavis.net.