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Viakoo Awarded US Patent For Loss-tolerant Data Stream Recording

Posted by Jay Bartlett November 9, 2018 8:02 am Categories: Corporate News, Storage. Tags: Bud Broomhead, Data Stream Recording, David Nelson-Gal, Dr. Manqing Liu, loss-tolerant data, viakoo.

Viakoo announced that the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) has issued Viakoo U.S. Patent No. 10,009,575. The patent covers a novel storage method for loss-tolerant data stream recording that dynamically allocates video data across a plurality of storage drives for reliable storage and playback. Viakoo?s innovation helps to overcome the vulnerability of storing video in RAID sets across very large scale (>8TB) hard drives, improving the overall reliability of physical security systems.

Arecont Vision Costar Adds Brian White To Great Lakes Sales Region

Posted by Jay Bartlett November 9, 2018 8:00 am Categories: Corporate News. Tags: Arecont Vision Costar, Brian White, ConteraCMR, John Bujarski, Kyle Parker.

Arecont Vision Costar announces the selection of Brian White as Regional Sales Manager for the Great Lakes Region. The company, a new business unit of Costar Technologies, Inc., was launched on July 13^th, 2018 and is expanding its sales and support across the Americas. Mr. White joins the Arecont Vision Costar team from his most recent posting at IDIS where he held a similar assignment. His previous security industry career included sales positions with Avigilon and Tyco, and earlier assignments in the IT and Telecommunications spaces.

PAC Launches 3xLOGIC?s Award Winning Solutions – infinias, VIGIL And TRENDS

Posted by Jay Bartlett November 9, 2018 7:56 am Categories: Access Control, VMS Software. Tags: 3xLOGIC PAC, infinias, trends, VIGIL.

3xLOGIC announced the launch of its portfolio of solutions including infinias access control, VIGIL video management system and TRENDS business intelligence platform into the European market through its sister company, PAC, located in the UK. While 3xLOGIC?s solutions have been trusted for many years in North America and beyond, the launch of infinias, VIGIL, and TRENDS in the UK represents the first time that the cost-effective, easy-to-use solutions have been made available in Europe, a key new market for 3xLOGIC

OnSSI Premier Partner Program Offers Continued Growth And Profitability For Authorized Channel Partners

Posted by Jay Bartlett November 9, 2018 7:52 am Categories: Distributors / Systems Integrators, VMS Software. Tags: Ken LaMarca, ocularis, onssi, Premier Partner Program.

OnSSI established a model of collaboration with the company?s highly-prized authorized channel partners to help increase their sales and profitability with enhanced support services. The Premier Partner Program allows authorized channel partners to be part of a select group of professionals offering OnSSI?s industry-leading Ocularis Video Management System (VMS).

OPTEX?s Enhanced Version Of Its Long-range Lidar Is Now Available

Posted by Jay Bartlett November 8, 2018 11:25 pm Categories: Access Control. Tags: LIDAR, optex, REDSCAN, RLS-3060, Ryosuke Miwa.

OPTEX has developed new versions of its product firmware and configuration software for its award-winning laser sensor, REDSCAN RLS-3060 series, that brings greater functionality to the existing models. Version 8.0 of the RLS-3060 series firmware and REDSCAN Manager feature a number of upgrades for the long-range, 190 degrees 2D LiDAR series. The new version brings features to the standard model 30m radius RLS-3060L that were only available in the high-end model previously.

The Avigilon Blue Platform Provide A New Level Of Managed Services For Video Surveillance

Posted by Jay Bartlett November 8, 2018 5:50 am Categories: Cloud, Distributors / Systems Integrators, Surveillance, Video Analytics. Tags: Avigilon Blue, Avigilon Corporation, James Henderson.

Avigilon Corporation announced that Avigilon Blue, its cloud platform for video surveillance, is launching in Canada. The Avigilon Blue platform is a secure end-to-end solution that enables security integrators to deliver analytics-driven video surveillance as a service. It features patented self-learning video analytics technology that is compatible with both legacy Avigilon and third-party ONVIF^® compliant cameras. Powerful and easy to use, the platform enables integrators to remotely connect to, manage and service more customer sites with fewer resources.

Dahua Technology Debuts Fortress Series Wired Alarm Products

Posted by Jay Bartlett November 8, 2018 5:45 am Categories: Access Control, New Products. Tags: ARA58-G-EN, ARC3008C, Dahua Technology, Fortress Series, Wired Alarm System.

Dahua Technology debuted Fortress Series wired alarm products, which include the ARC3008C control panel, the ARA58-G-EN GSM/GPRS Module for ARC3008, the ARK30C LCD keypad, and supporting software such as DMSS APP and Alarm Config software for PCs. Offering comprehensive and advanced functionalities, the series can be applied in villas, houses, and small-to-medium-sized facilities.

Maxxess Ambit Rocks The Great Southern California ShakeOut

Posted by Jay Bartlett November 7, 2018 6:42 am Categories: Campus Security. Tags: Camille Boden, EOC, Maxxess Ambit, SAUSD.

Maxxess recently partnered with the Santa Ana Unified School District (SAUSD) to deploy a powerful new security and operations solution that leverages the power of smart mobile devices to maintain comprehensive communications and emergency management operations. Maxxess Ambit^™, which provides private, two-way, managed messaging and intel on a more personal and intuitive level, received its first wide-scale test during the SAUSD?s annual earthquake preparedness drill called the Great Southern California ShakeOut.

SightLogix Smart Thermal Cameras Protect Water And Wastewater Facilities

Posted by Jay Bartlett November 7, 2018 6:39 am Categories: Access Control, Video Analytics. Tags: SightLogix, SightSensors, SightTracker.

SightLogix smart thermal cameras are being used to secure water utilities globally against unauthorized intrusions and potential sabotage. These sites select the SightLogix system for its ability to detect intruders over large outdoor areas with great accuracy and low costs, enabling the rapid, reliable, early-detection system that water utilities require. According to the US Department of Homeland Security, more than 75% of the US population receives drinking water or has sanitary sewerage treated by the wastewater system.

Secure Channels Launches SCIFCOM Featuring Four New Security Services

Posted by Jay Bartlett November 7, 2018 6:35 am Categories: Cyber Security, Solutions. Tags: Michael Feinberg, Richard Blech, SCIFCOM, SUBROSA, XFA Mail.

Secure Channels announced the launch of SCIFCOM (Secure Containment Information Facility) an as-a-service portal that features the strongest non-military encryption technology currently available to the public. SCIFCOM delivers four new security services that include features for ultra-encrypting and transmitting large files, as well as a plug-in for Microsoft Office 365 that enables users to send and receive encrypted (“XFA E-Mail”) with complete privacy and the familiarity of standard MS Outlook email.

New Transition Networks 8-port Hardened PoE++ Switch At ISC East Conference

Posted by Jay Bartlett November 6, 2018 7:31 am Categories: New Products. Tags: GlenNiece Kutsch, Hardened PoE++ Switch, ISC East, SISPM1040-582-LRT, Transition Networks.

Transition Networks announced a new eight-port, fully managed Power-over-Ethernet ++ (PoE++) switch (SISPM1040-582-LRT) designed for connecting and powering internet of things (IoT) devices in harsh or outdoor environments. Transition Networks will debut the new switch at the International Security Conference & Exposition, known as ISC East. The switch is one of the first to be introduced that supports the new IEEE 802.3bt standard for PoE++, which was ratified in late September.

Dahua Technology Launches AI XVR Products Integrating Perimeter Protection

Posted by Jay Bartlett November 6, 2018 7:26 am Categories: New Products. Tags: AI XVR, Dahua Technology, DH-XVR8208A-4K-I, DH-XVR8216A-4KL-I, XVR8816S-4KL-I.

Dahua Technology has launched three new AI XVR products – the DH-XVR8208A-4K-I, DH-XVR8216A-4KL-I, and XVR8816S-4KL-I. Offering incomparable perimeter protection, face recognition and metadata search technology, they are applicable to numerous industries ranging from retail to banking and real estate. Being cost-effective and user-friendly, Dahua AI XVRs aim to create more value to users.

The Far Reaching -And Positive- Impact Of Europe’s GDPR

Posted by Jay Bartlett November 2, 2018 1:20 pm Categories: Corporate News, Hot Topic, Legal, Legislation. Tags: Andrew Elvish, GDPR, General Data Protection Regulation, genetec, Personally identifiable information.

Andrew Elvish

I have been talking about the European Union?s General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) for almost two years. The regulation sets out a single set of rules for all companies operating in the EU. These rules were developed to provide people with greater control over their personal data and incentivize organizations to make meaningful changes to how they collect, process, and store that data. The GDPR is also the reason why you received so many emails last spring from sites that you visit and newsletters that you subscribe to asking you to update your information.

Estill County EMS Successfully Deploys 3xLOGIC infinias Access Control

Posted by Jay Bartlett November 2, 2018 2:43 am Categories: Access Control. Tags: 3xlogic, Bates Security, Estill County EMS, infinias system, Shelia Wise.

Estill County EMS

3xLOGIC announced Estill County Emergency Medical Services, located in Irvine, KY, is successfully using infinias access control from 3xLOGIC to improve security and give hard-working staff needed peace of mind to focus on their important work. Bates Security, Lexington, Kentucky, designed, installed, and oversees the system. Shelia Wise, in charge of accounting and training for Estill EMS, oversaw the process to upgrade security at the County?s EMS facility.

Aeroturn To Exhibit Unique Turnstile Solutions At ISC East 2018 NYC

Posted by Jay Bartlett November 1, 2018 5:24 pm Categories: Access Control. Tags: Access Control, Aeroturn, ISC East, turnstile.

Aeroturn announced that the company will be exhibiting and showcasing its cutting edge turnstile solutions in booth #833 at the ISC East Show taking place at the Jacob Javits Center on November 14 and 15, 2018. ISC East is the Northeast?s largest security trade show where 7,000 security and public safety professionals convene in New York each year to meet experts from over 250 leading security brands.

How Retailers Can Give Us What We Really Want

Posted by Jay Bartlett November 1, 2018 5:16 pm Categories: Retail, Technologies. Tags: dwell times, heat maps, retail, security systems, video analytics.

In his work on exploring the shift from analog to digital production in music, author and musician Damon Krukowski laments the fact that he can no longer just drop into his local music store. While he?s quick to acknowledge that digital music and streaming platforms allow for greater exposure and innovation for artists, he also feels that something has been lost.

ProdataKey Named To MountainWest Capital Network’s 2018 Utah 100

Posted by Jay Bartlett November 1, 2018 5:31 am Categories: Corporate News. Tags: Jeff Perri, MountainWest Capital Network, MWCN, ProdataKey, Reed Chase, Utah 100 Awards.

ProdataKey announced it was named to the 2018 Utah 100, MountainWest Capital Network (MWCN)?s annual list of the fastest-growing companies in Utah. ProdataKey ranked No. 40 out of 100 companies and was honored at the 24th annual Utah 100 Awards program, held at the Grand America Hotel in Salt Lake City. 2018 marks the third consecutive year that ProdataKey has made the top 100 ranking. Recipients of the Utah 100 were chosen by the percentage of revenue increase of each company between 2013 and 2017.

Bodytech Aruba Deploys Boon Edam Turnstile To Ensure ?Members Only? Access

Posted by Jay Bartlett November 1, 2018 5:28 am Categories: Access Control. Tags: Bodytech Aruba, Boon Edam, Fernando Metz, Jason Gerlin, optical turnstile.

Boon Edam has implemented their Speedlane 300 entry system at the Bodytech Fitness Club in Aruba. The resort island of Aruba in the Caribbean attracts millions of tourists looking for rest and relaxation as well as a large number looking to stay fit while on vacation. Visitors have been doing just that for over a year at the Bodytech Fitness Club which, according to their website, offers a spacious, air-conditioned gym and the best and latest Life Fitness equipment designed for their guests? enjoyment.

Helsinki City Transport Adopts Teleste’s S-AWARE Platform

Posted by Jay Bartlett November 1, 2018 5:21 am Categories: Transportation. Tags: Esa Harju, Helsinki City Transport, S-AWARE, Teleste, Ville Lehmuskoski.

Helsinki Transport System

Teleste Corporation reveals that its S-AWARE^® platform has been selected by Helsinki City Transport (?Helsingin kaupungin liikenneliikelaitos?) to drive improved situational awareness and safer travelling across the Helsinki metro system. The deployment of the platform will be started in 2019 and the project will be carried out in several phases and be completed the end of the year 2020. The total value of the deployment will be more than two million euros.

Central Florida YMCA Deploys Software House C-CURE 9000 Security Management System

Posted by Jay Bartlett November 1, 2018 5:13 am Categories: Access Control. Tags: C-CURE 9000, Central Florida YMCA, Dan Humbert, Dr. P. Phillips YMCA, Johnson Controls.

Johnson Controls has announced that the Dr. P. Phillips YMCA has installed Software House?s C-CURE 9000 security and event management platform as part of a comprehensive visitor management system designed to increase security by verifying member identity and restricting access of non-members. Dr. P. Phillips? YMCA, located in Doctor Phillips, Fla., is the largest of 27 facilities that are part of The YMCA of Central Florida. This single location serves 11,000 active members.