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Buffalo Public School District improves security, simplifies infrastructure with i-PRO cameras and recorders
i-PRO announced that the Buffalo Public School District (BPSD) has modernized its security footprint with i-PRO multi-sensor and 360° fisheye network cameras, and i-PRO NV300 network video recorders (NVR). The BPSD serves 28,000 K-12 students out of 70 facilities in western New York.
Maximize Hard Drive Life and Minimize Costs with Wavestore’s EcoStore: Save 80% on Video System Energy Costs
In its ongoing commitment to sustainability and innovation in the security sector, Wavestore is re-emphasizing the importance and benefits of its EcoStore technology. This established hard drive management solution is at the forefront of reducing the environmental impact and operational costs of video surveillance systems worldwide.
Getting the Most Out of School Funding and the Florida Sun to Increase Safety
When it comes to connecting to the community and protecting its schools, Sumter County in central Florida has implemented some pretty impressive, innovative, and thoughtful solutions. The county, located west of the Greater Orlando area, recently set out on a mission to increase security at its 14 schools district-wide by installing SARGENT IN120 Intelligent Wi-Fi locks on classroom doors and other interior openings.
Brivo Expands Brivo Wallet Pass Mobile Credentials With Google Wallet
Brivo announces the launch of support for Google Wallet mobile credentials to provide frictionless access with the tap of a phone. Effective immediately, Brivo customers can empower employees to add their access badges securely to Google Wallet. This advancement enables employees to effortlessly unlock office doors, turnstiles, elevators and key card-protected amenity spaces by tapping an Android phone to a reader, eliminating the need to open an app or carry a traditional physical access card.
SightLogix Introduces AI Auto Zoning to Simplify Outdoor Security Installations
SightLogix has enhanced its thermal AI detection engine with AI Auto Zoning, another step towards a “Point and Protect” strategy that makes outdoor security easier to setup and manage. AI Auto Zoning simplifies the process for creating comprehensive intruder detection policies into a single click.
5 Factors to Consider When Purchasing Body Cameras for Your Security Firm
Body cameras have become critical tools for security companies in today’s world. These cameras not only provide accountability, but also serve as evidence gathering tools. Selecting the right body cameras for security personnel requires careful consideration of many factors. Here are five of the most important aspects of body cameras security firms must evaluate when purchasing these devices for security teams.
Groundbreaking ANSI-Approved Standard Elevates Cannabis Security to Unprecedented Levels
ASIS International announces the release of a pioneering American National Standards Institute (ANSI)-approved standard dedicated to cannabis security. This best-in-class standard, meticulously developed by industry experts, sets a new benchmark by providing comprehensive requirements and guidance for the design, implementation, monitoring, evaluation, and maintenance of a cannabis security program.
Allegion and Genea Join Forces to Revolutionize Access Control Security with Enhanced Credential Interoperability
Allegion announced a strategic integration with Genea to further enhance organizations’ ability to effectively manage access, enhance security and streamline operations wirelessly. This collaboration expands the array of wireless lock options available for new door openings and underscores the significance of interoperability, allowing users to integrate locks based on the credentials they already use – a pivotal feature that aligns with the evolving needs of the access control industry.
Interface Brings Interactive Monitoring to IPConfigure Orchid VMS Deployments
Interface Systems, a managed service provider of business security, actionable insights, and purpose-built networks for multi-location businesses, announced that it has further expanded its offerings by bringing interactive remote video monitoring with Virtual Guard to customer sites that use on-premises and cloud-based deployments of the IPConfigure Orchid video management platform.
The SALTO WECOSYSTEM: A new brand DNA for the future of advanced access
Salto Systems to unveil the SALTO WECOSYSTEM, a new brand platform that brings together its core brands –Salto Gantner, and the newly introduced Vintia– to lead the digital transformation of access and identity management. This strategic move synergises a diverse range of innovation expertise under one brand platform ecosystem and signals a significant leap forward in the access control industry. The SALTO WECOSYSTEM embodies the commitment to innovation of each SALTO company and demonstrates the collective power of smarter access to places, experiences, and opportunities.
i-PRO to Showcase New X Series AI On-site Learning Cameras at ISC West
At ISC West 2024 on booth # 10037, i-PRO Co., Ltd., will showcase its newly released X Series camera line for the first time. Using AI onsite learning, the new X Series line enables users or integrators to teach the camera about specific objects they want to monitor. The revolutionary new camera line can also turn existing non-AI network cameras into AI smart devices.
SIONYX Unveils NightScan: A Revolutionary Rugged Low-Light IP Surveillance Camera
SIONYX is redefining the landscape of low-light imaging solutions. SIONYX is a key collaborator with both the U.S. Department of Defense (DOD) and law enforcement and has played a pivotal role in delivering cutting- SIONYX technology now takes a leap forward with the unveiling of NightScan, a rugged IP surveillance camera with groundbreaking performance. edge night vision solutions to our Armed Forces – most notably for the Army’s Augmented Reality Goggle Program, IVAS.
Honeywell Transforms Building Managment with First-Of-Its-Kind Technology
Honeywell launched Advance Control for Buildings, a groundbreaking platform marking one of the company’s most substantial leaps in building controls innovation to date. esigned to automate building management and provide the foundation for a building’s energy efficiency strategy, Advance Control combines the latest technologies with decades of innovation and domain expertise. Automation and machine learning fuel a streamlined operation system featuring built-in cybersecurity and technology to deliver faster network speeds that, in an industry first, uses existing wiring.
ProdataKey Announces Full Release of PDK.io 2.0
ProdataKey announced the full availability of its new software platform, PDK.io 2.0. Previewed at ISC East in November 2023 and available in beta to installation partners since last December, the software is now ready for widespread use by PDK customers. Most notably, version 2.0 expands scalability to offer full support of enterprise installations managed across multiple buildings and sites.
Orchid Video Management System 23.12.0 Released
IPConfigure announces the release of Orchid Fusion/Hybrid/Alto VMS version 2312.0 and Orchid Recorder (Core VMS) 23.12.0, both available for download now. Customers using IPConfigure Cloud services should expect to see their cloud sites updated to version 23.12.0 within the next ten business days. In order to better convey the relationship between Orchid software components, Orchid Core VMS is now Orchid Recorder Orchid Recorder 23.12.0 was released on January 11, 2024.
ONVIF Releases First Add-on for Secure Communications
ONVIF has released the final version of the TLS Configuration Add-on to increase the security of communications between devices and software clients within a physical security system. The add-on supports the configuration for Transport Layer Security encryption, enabling a conformant video management system to initially configure or update TLS settings in a conformant device, such as a camera, to support encrypted communications between the device and client.
Qognify Delivers Greater Video Flexibility and Availability Beyond the Control Room with Qognify VMS 7.4
Qognify announced Qognify VMS 7.4. The latest version of its enterprise-class video management software (VMS) gives organizations greater operational flexibility and video availability, inside and outside the control room. A standout component of Qognify VMS 7.4 is the new Qognify Web Client. Built from the ground up, it leverages the latest streaming technology and places exceptional live viewing, playback and investigation capabilities in the hands of the people who need it – whether on patrol, off-site or in the control room.
Kwikset Unveils Three Innovative Door Lever Collections
Kwikset introduces three distinct and stylish door lever collections—Perth™, Trafford™ and Sedona™—furthering its commitment to blending cutting-edge security with contemporary design aesthetics. The Perth collection embodies a bold and distinctive design, showcasing a slender shape crafted for comfort and style. Each lever includes the innovative SmartKey Security™, fortified with a transitional designer rosette for a modern touch.
Honeywell To Strengthen Building Automation Business with Acquisition of Carrier’s Global Access Solutions
Honeywell announced plans to enhance and strengthen its building automation capabilities with the acquisition of Carrier Global Corporation’s (NYSE: CARR) Global Access Solutions business for $4.95 billion, in an all-cash transaction. This acquisition will enable Honeywell to become a leading provider of security solutions for the digital age.
PSIA Launches PKOC in a Minute
Physical Security Interoperability Alliance (PSIA) released a PKOC explainer video to its site. This video is less than a minute long and demonstrates how the PSIA’s PKOC specification works and will disrupt the access control market. While the PKOC specification is less than three years old, already there are commercial customers in government, energy, and commercial real estate specifying and implementing the PKOC specification in products.