Video Surveillance In Traffic Management
The safe and effective movement of people and products on roads, highways, and other transportation networks depends in large part on effective traffic management. Video surveillance has developed into a crucial tool for managing traffic, enabling officials to monitor traffic flow, spot traffic infractions, and promptly address situations. The significance of video surveillance in traffic management and its advantages for drivers and traffic authorities will be discussed in this article.
Konica Minolta Enhances Fire Protection, Quality Assurance and Perimeter Security with Expanded Thermal Imaging Solutions Offering
Konica Minolta has extended its thermal imaging monitoring portfolio with the new MOBOTIX p71 Thermal ECO camera and new MOBOTIX Advanced Radiometry App. The thermal imaging monitoring operates in three main areas: early fire detection (or even detecting the risk before flames arise); quality assurance and process optimisation; and 24/7 security in object and perimeter protection – all whilst being fully GDPR-compliant.
3xLOGIC Adds Single Sensor Deployment Option for Gunshot Detection
3xLOGIC announced a new range of deployment options for users seeking to protect smaller areas in active shooter situations with the new Single Sensor Gunshot Detection solution. 3xLOGIC’s Gunshot Detection devices use patented concussive wave technology to detect the moment at which a gun is fired, and the bullet leaves the chamber. Upon firing, the force of the bullet leaving the chamber creates a concussive wave within a defined frequency range.
Blackline Safety to Unveil Disruptive Connected Wearable at NSC Safety Congress & Expo
Blackline Safety Corp announced it will unveil the G6 single-gas detector –setting a new standard in connected worker wearables– at the upcoming National Safety Council (NSC) Safety Congress & Expo, to be held September 19-21 at the San Diego Convention Center. A first look at Blackline’s latest innovation for oil and gas, petrochemical and other industrial workplaces, enabling fast incident response time, better safety and compliance, long-lasting connectivity and improved efficiency—all in one cloud-connected device.
Allied Universal Appoints Dan Marston to Lead and Expand Allied Universal Technology Services in Canada
Allied Universal® announces the appointment of Dan Marston as Regional Vice President, Allied Universal Technology Services Canada; further solidifying its place in market as a leading technology security services partner. Allied Universal acquired G4S last year creating the leader in global security services. Prior to joining Allied Universal, Dan Marston served as Regional Sales Director at Telus where he developed a high performing sales team across Eastern Canada.
Johnson Controls Announces C•CURE IQ, New Cloud-Enabled, Unified Security Platform for Commercial and Complex Buildings
Johnson Controls has announced C·CURE IQ, a new cloud-ready software platform unifying the enterprise access control solution of Software House’s C·CURE 9000 with the power of American Dynamics VideoEdge solutions. The technology provides deployment flexibility – cloud, on-premises, hybrid, IaaS/SaaS – and is made for industries such as enterprise, government, airports, smart cities, manufacturing, healthcare, and others with Edge AI; reducing the total cost of ownership.
Teledyne FLIR to Showcase Strong Perimeter Security Product Portfolio at ISC West 2022
Teledyne FLIR will debut its new flagship security lineup for perimeter protection at the International Security Conference West 2022. Attendees who visit Teledyne FLIR in booth 26061 will also have an opportunity to see firsthand a robust counter-unmanned aerial system (C-UAS) and a variety of industrial condition monitoring solutions. This will be FLIR’s first ISC West as a Teledyne company. Security personnel can rely on Teledyne FLIR’s field-proven technologies for powerful performance in all weather conditions, with products that offer fast threat recognition and multi-layered security capabilities.
Genetec Shares Tips on Protecting Privacy Without Compromising Security
To celebrate Data Privacy Day, Genetec Inc. shares practical guidance on how organizations can secure their operations in a way that respects everyone’s privacy. To date, 107 countries and several states in the U.S. have established legislation that secures the protection of data and privacy. This follows in the footsteps of the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) in Europe, which has issued €1,059,520,456 in fines since its establishment in 2018. Despite that, only 59% of organizations say they meet all GDPR requirements.
Steer the Future of Advanced Traffic Management Systems with Secure Data Acquisition and Transmission
As traffic congestion continues to increase and take a heavy toll on existing infrastructure, commuting times, and the environment, city administrators and traffic engineers are turning to intelligent transportation systems (ITS) for practical and cost-effective solutions to improve road safety and traffic management. These systems leverage cutting-edge analytics, made possible by vast amounts of high-quality data that was collected by various sensors.
Genetec Media Alert: Rising Brazen Retail Theft This Holiday Season
A recent spree of “smash and grab theft,” a category of organized retail crime (ORC) in major U.S. cities has retailers and shoppers on alert this holiday season. The size, audacity, and violence of incidents in Los Angeles, San Francisco and Chicago have drawn major media attention, but ORC has been a growing threat for decades. Genetec shared insights into the phenomenon and strategies for addressing it. The National Retail Federation reported a 60% rise in ORC in the U.S. since 2015, with nearly 70% of retailers seeing an increase in 2021.
Fujifilm Launches Sustainable Data Storage Initiative to Drive Sustainable Practices in Data Storage
FUJIFILM announced the creation of the Sustainable Data Storage Initiative to highlight how tape technology can significantly reduce electricity consumption and CO2 emissions related to data storage. The initiative launches with a white paper, Accelerating Green Datacenter Progress with Sustainable Storage Strategies, published by technology research firm IDC, and sponsored by Fujifilm, providing an in-depth analysis of the significant energy savings and resulting environmental benefits of moving more data to tape storage.
City of Chattanooga Deploys Genetec and Stratocast in Public-Private Policing Initiative
Genetec Inc. has deployed its Security Center unified platform to enable the City of Chattanooga’s ‘Dragonfly Community Connect,’ a public-private policing initiative to enhance public safety in the Tennessee community. Through the initiative, when calls come into the Chattanooga Police Department (CPD) to report a crime, the Real-Time Intelligence Center (RTIC) can check with participating businesses in the area to see if they are able to share video from their security cameras.
FLIR Introduces Neutrino SX8 Mid-Wavelength Infrared Camera Module and Four Neutrino IS Series Models
Teledyne FLIR introduced the Neutrino SX8 mid-wavelength infrared (MWIR) camera module and four additional Neutrino IS Series models designed for integrated solutions requiring HD MWIR imagery with size, weight, power, and cost (SWaP+C) constraints for commercial, industrial, defense original equipment manufacturers (OEM), and system integrators. Based on Teledyne FLIR HOT FPA technology, the Neutrino SX8 offers high performance,
Transition Networks to Display Secure Remote Access
Transition Networks announced it will exhibit at the International Security Conference & Exposition (ISC West), taking place July 19-21 at the Sands Expo in Las Vegas, Nevada. Transition Networks will exhibit in booth 7095. Among its broad portfolio of security and surveillance solutions, it will showcase its newly announced Secure Remote Access (SRA) solution, which allows rapid deployment of encrypted bi-directional VPN tunnels between a network operations center (NOC) and remote sites.
Calipsa Announces New Business Development Leaders
Calipsa announced the promotion of a regional sales director and the appointment of two business development managers as the company continues its expansion in the Americas. Tara Biglari was promoted to regional sales director, Americas. She joined Calipsa in 2017 as a sales associate in the United Kingdom. Since 2020, she has focused solely on business development in the Americas, forming relationships with leading Latin American industry representative companies.
The City of Eilat Drives Israel’s Smart City Initiative with the Deployment of Advanced Behavioral Analytics
viisights has recently deployed a new installation in the city of Eilat, Israel to detect, predict and analyze events of interests in real-time and alert authorities of crowding, violent/suspicious activity, traffic or crowd congestion, and more. Deployment of the unique behavioral analytics solution was fast-tracked in preparation for the large number of tourists who typically flood the city during the Passover and upcoming holiday season.
Allied Universal Acquires Security Integration, Inc.
Allied Universal announced the acquisition of Security Integration, Inc., a security systems company based in San Rafael, Calif. Terms of the deal were not disclosed. Security Integration, Inc. provides innovative electronic security solutions to help solve complex security challenges for a wide variety of customers across northern California.
Irisbond Launches Hiru, the World’s First Multiplatform Eye Tracking Device
Irisbond has launched Hiru, the world’s first eye tracking technology that is compatible with any device regardless of operating system. With Hiru, anyone can operate devices with just a single glance from a computer to an ATM machine, an elevator or an access control system in an office building. Irisbond’s innovative eye tracking technology provides a new hands-free way of communicating with the world around us, which is proving crucial given the devastating impact of COVID-19.
IDIS America to Launch New Video And Back-to-Workplace Technologies At GSX+
IDIS, a global security company that designs, develops, and manufactures surveillance solutions for a wide range of commercial and public sector markets, is proud to be participating in the Global Security Exchange Plus (GSX+) virtual exhibit. While most all industry trade shows have had to opt for online experiences, GSX+ promises to deliver the high caliber of expertise, influence, and resources synonymous with this flagship ASIS International event.
iProov Launches World’s First Global Threat Intelligence System for Biometric Assurance
iProov has launched the world’s first system of global threat intelligence for biometric assurance. The iProov Security Operations Centre (iSOC) combines technology, process and people to monitor and manage the rapidly evolving landscape of biometric cyber-crime. It further secures iProov’s Genuine Presence Assurance technology and protects organizations and individuals against the growing threat of AI-driven cyber-attacks, including deepfakes.