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Unlocking the Power of LTO Tape Technology in Video Surveillance: Leveraging the Strategic Advantage of Active Archives
by Rich Gadomski As both an active archive and tape evangelist, I’m excited to share how LTO (Linear Tape-Open) tape technology can transform video surveillance storage into a powerful, affordable, and long-term active archive solution. While there is a desperate need for more storage to support the proliferation of video surveillance applications, many in the video surveillance industry […]
Northern Coalfields Limited Collaborates with Syook, Abeeway, and Actility to Elevate Mine Worker Safety
NCL (Northern Coalfields Limited), a flagship subsidiary of Coal India and a significant contributor to the nation’s coal production and electricity generation, has taken a monumental step in ensuring the safety of its mine workers. The company has successfully deployed an avant-garde IoT worker safety solution, “Suraksha Kavach” (Safety Guard), in collaboration with Syook, Abeeway, and Actility.
Teledyne FLIR Expands Lepton Thermal Camera Series with an Ultra-Wide 160-degree Field of View
Teledyne FLIR announced the Lepton UW, the world’s first micro-thermal camera module with an ultrawide 160-degree field of view (FOV) that is small enough to fit on the tip of a finger. The new ultra-wide module provides unbeatable size, weight, and performance for applications requiring a wide field of view, including fire detection, process monitoring, and people counting.
City of New Orleans deploys Genetec AutoVu Cloudrunner to help secure the French Quarter
Genetec announced that the City of New Orleans’ Real Time Crime Center (RTCC) has deployed Genetec AutoVu Cloudrunner to extend the capabilities of its automatic license plate recognition (ALPR) program. The vehicle-centric investigative system helps them gather evidence in the historic French Quarter, with easy-to-deploy, solar-powered ALPR technology that captures high-quality images day or night, making it easier and faster to solve crimes.
Axis Communications on Pace to Eclipse Record-Breaking 2022 and Exceed 2023 Performance Goals
Axis Communications, gathered with top channel partners at its annual Axis Converge & Connect Conference (ACCC) in Kansas City to share key accomplishments and set the stage for future growth. Just months ago, the company released the details behind its enhanced operations and strengthened supply chain which contributed to a historic performance in 2022 and record shipments in the first half of 2023.
ADT Commercial Establishes Standalone Organization, Rebrands Company to Everon as GTCR Completes Acquisition
ADT Commercial announced that it will move forward as a standalone organization and rebrand as Everon, with the acquisition completion of ADT Inc.’s (“ADT”, NYSE: ADT) commercial security and fire segment to GTCR, a leading private equity firm. The Everon brand will be connected to the company’s go-forward strategy, rooted in a deep dedication to customer service, the technological expertise, and willingness to innovate.
Athena Security’s Concealed Weapons Detection System Selected by Champions Club Texas
Athena Security’s Concealed Weapons Detection System was selected by Champions Club Texas to protect patrons, members and staff at a first-of-its-kind hospitality destination in Houston that features a full-service hotel, lounge and bar with Southern-inspired cuisine and private-membership poker. Located in Houston’s expanding Westchase community, Champions Club Texas is celebrating its grand opening as a destination offering something for everyone, from business travelers seeking comfortable accommodations with well-appointed amenities to locals looking for a unique night out.
Cozaint Introduces New ALICEnvr Cloud-Storage Video Surveillance System
Leveraging Seagate’s Lyve Cloud Infrastructure, ALICEnvr Protects Small Businesses with Scalable Video Retention Security. Cozaint Corporation is announcing the launch of its latest innovation, the ALICEnvr™ cloud-storage video surveillance system. This cutting-edge solution utilizes the power of Seagate Lyve™ Cloud storage infrastructure to provide small businesses with an unparalleled video surveillance experience. The ALICEnvr system […]
Teledyne FLIR Introduces AI-Optimized Thermal Camera for Enhanced Intrusion Detection
Teledyne FLIR announced the release of its new FLIR FC-Series AI, the latest model in its signature fixed camera (FC) series. The FC-Series AI is a thermal security camera with onboard AI analytics that accurately classifies humans and vehicles for early intrusion detection for perimeter protection and remote site monitoring. With video analytics that combine deep neural network (DNN)- and motion-based analytics, the FC-Series AI offers industry-leading intrusion detection, enabling users to expand situational awareness and make better-informed decisions that increase safety and improve coordination and efficiency.
Laird Connectivity and Wirepas Enter Partnership to Broaden Massive IoT Implementations on Bluetooth Low Energy (LE) Devices
Laird Connectivity and Wirepas announced they have joined forces to deliver combined hardware and software solutions connecting Bluetooth Low Energy (LE) modules for massive IoT implementations. Together, Wirepas and Laird Connectivity enable their customers and partners to take advantage of the unique features of Wirepas Mesh 2.4GHz profile, including network scalability, reliability, and ease of implementation, along with the RF performance, world-renowned technical support, and international wireless certifications offered in the Bluetooth LE Module portfolio from Laird Connectivity.
Excitement Abounds as GSX 2023 Kicks Off in Dallas with Large Crowd
The day began with a hazy sun above Dallas, Texas, but the excitement in the air was apparent. Security professionals and technology aficionados have flocked to the Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center in droves, hoping to learn about the newest advances in security technologies at GSX 2023. The first day saw a large crowd at […]
Quanergy and PowerStack Partner to Offer Q-Track with Off-grid Smart Poles
Quanergy Solutions has established a strategic partnership with PowerStack, the global leader in off-grid smart power poles. This collaboration provides a seamlessly integrated solution uniquely poised to tackle intricate security challenges faced by remote critical infrastructure environments, including utilities, data centers and more. Often located in remote areas without access to power or running infrastructure, these locations typically rely on legacy physical security solutions that are costly to deploy, inaccurate in challenging remote locations, and generate excessive, costly false alarms.
Acre Security Builds Momentum In 2023, With Robust Adoption Of Cloud-Enabled Solutions And Expansion In High-Demand Markets
acre security unveiled its robust growth trajectory in the first half of 2023, marked by a steady adoption of its cloud-based access control solutions, an expanding international reach, and continuous enhancement of its mobile solutions.
Introducing the i-PRO Endurance 7-Year Camera Warranty
i-PRO Americas announced the i-PRO Endurance 7-year Camera Warranty on its full line of cameras. i-PRO is the only security camera manufacturer to offer a standard 7-year warranty across its entire line of surveillance cameras. The i-PRO Endurance 7-year Camera Warranty exceeds the i-PRO existing warranty by two years, enabling a 40% longer technology refresh cycle and underscoring the company’s confidence in its quality-engineered products.
PSIA Hosts PKOC Validation Testing Event
Physical Security Interoperability Alliance (PSIA) hosted a special interoperability event with six companies involved in the access control market, demonstrating the emerging Public Key Open Credential (PKOC) specification. The validation testing was hosted at the Convergint facility in Centennial, Colorado and featured products from Elatec, JCI, Kastle, Last Lock, rf IDEAS, and SAFR Scan (RealNetworks).
Allied Universal Mourns Loss Of Security Professional In Maui Wildfires, Several Others Unaccounted For
Like people around the world, I watched in shock as the deadliest wildfire in modern U.S. history devasted Maui last week. I worried about the safety of our valued team members, our customers and the community. My worries were realized. The Allied Universal team lost a security professional in the fire. Several others remain unaccounted for.
Active Intelligence Groundbreaking ASTRA Video Anomaly Detection Now Available!
Active Intelligence to announce that its groundbreaking ASTRA™ Autonomous Video Anomaly Detection solution is now available for sale. The decision to initiate the official availability of ASTRA comes after a series of user trials and evaluations in mission critical applications across multiple vertical markets. A breakthrough in proactive security technology, ASTRA™ delivers real-time anomaly detection for a virtually unlimited number of security, safety, compliance, and commercial / industrial applications across the enterprise.
Chronos Technology and WiTTRA Collaborate to Enhance Positioning Solutions
Chronos Technology announced a collaboration with WiTTRA, WiTTRA’s technology is designed to help businesses optimise their processes, reduce their costs, and improve their efficiency. This partnership aims to modernise the field of positioning technologies, empowering businesses across diverse industries with precise, secure, and versatile location-based solutions that complement existing positioning capabilities.
Leading International Delivery Services Company Mitigates Pilferage and Intrusion with Quanergy 3D LiDAR Security Solutions
Quanergy Solutions was selected by a leading international delivery services company to address ongoing challenges relating to loss of parcels, false alarms and intrusion at distribution facilities. The company had experienced a loss of parcels at their distribution facilities caused by warehouse employees throwing packages over the perimeter fence.
Shooter Detection Systems Welcomes New President Stephen Carney and Appoints Rich Onofrio as Chief Technology Officer
Shooter Detection Systems (SDS) announce the appointment of Stephen Carney as the company’s new President. Mr. Carney previously served as Vice President of Global Product Management for HID Global. Additionally, Rich Onofrio, former Managing Director of SDS, has assumed the role of Chief Technology Officer, leading the Engineering team following the retirement of Ronald Fowler, the company’s original CTO.