Zyter Introduces Smart Factories IoT Solution

Posted by Jay Bartlett 8:18 pm Categories: Video Analytics. Tags: , , .
Zyter Factories

Zyter announced the launch of Zyter Smart Factories, an end-to-end intelligent solution that connects factory floor machinery, workers, and building systems using the latest IoT technology devices on Zyter?s digital transformation platform. Zyter Smart Factories is a component of the Zyter SmartSpaces IoT platform. Trusted by Qualcomm to be the foundation of its Smart Cities Accelerator Program, the Zyter SmartSpaces Platform breaks down silos of information by integrating and consolidating data from IoT devices.

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Interface Security Systems Appoints Brian Garavuso as CTO

Posted by Jay Bartlett 8:14 pm Categories: Corporate News. Tags: , , .
Brian Garavuso

Interface Security Systems announced that it has appointed Brian Garavuso as its Chief Technology Officer. With almost 30 years of global executive leadership experience, Garavuso has served in C-level and advisory roles for companies that include OfficeMart, Diamond Resorts International, Hilton Grand Vacations Company, Interstate Hotels and Resorts, the Mariner Group, and Cape Coral Hospital. He received his BA in finance and accounting from South Florida University.

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Infosec and Sandler Bring Cyber Education to 1,000s of Organizations

Posted by Jay Bartlett 8:13 pm Categories: Cyber Security, Distributors / Systems Integrators. Tags: , , , , .
Infosec

Infosec announced it has partnered with Sandler Partners to offer its award-winning cyber awareness and training platforms to Sandler?s worldwide network of expert technology sales partners. Sandler Partners can now empower the human side of their clients? security strategy with engaging, role-based cyber education from Infosec IQ and Infosec Skills. Infosec?s SaaS-based cyber education platforms feature training for the entire enterprise from the accounting department to the security operations center.

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Johnson Controls Adds Cloud-based Access Control to Cloudvue Platform

Posted by Jay Bartlett 8:06 pm Categories: Access Control, Cloud. Tags: , , , .
Kantech KT-1 Door Controllers

Johnson Controls is introducing Cloudvue with access control, with the Tyco Kantech KT-1 one-door controller. This powerful technology collaboration enables centrally managed cloud video surveillance and access control across an entire organization from a single browser, part of the Johnson Controls commitment to providing technology so customers can maintain safe building environments, healthy business operations and seamless occupant experiences.

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Allegion Schlage Multi-Tech Readers Approved for Government Use when Paired with LenelS2 Onguard

Posted by Jay Bartlett 10:57 pm Categories: Access Control. Tags: , , , .
Schlage MTB

Allegion announced that it has received federal government approval for its Schlage Multi-Technology (MT-485) Readers, when paired with the LenelS2 OnGuard version 7.6 access control system. Schlage?s MT Readers simplify access control solutions by recognizing magnetic stripe, proximity, Schlage smart card and NFC-enabled smart devices with a firmware update, ensuring a seamless transition to high-security smart technology in the future.

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New Mesker DW Series Door Frame Simplifies Installation with Quick Corner Locking System

Posted by Jay Bartlett 11:10 am Categories: Access Control, Product Focus. Tags: , .
Mesker DW

The new DW Series Hollow Metal Drywall Frames from Mesker, part of dormakaba Group of access solutions, offers quick, easy installation with the latest, innovative corner locking system. The top corners ?lock? together to avoid the need for fasteners often seen in traditional drywall frames. he new corner design simplifies installations and does not require screws for fire rating. With fewer components to assemble than other frame products, the Mesker DW Series enables a simple installation saving you time and money.

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Dahua Technology Unveils Upgraded WizMind to Enhance AI Experience

Posted by Jay Bartlett 9:57 am Categories: Surveillance. Tags: , , .
Dahua WizMind

Dahua Technology has recently released its upgraded WizMind series, offering a comprehensive project-oriented product portfolio and flexible AI solutions for a wide range of industries. Inheriting the company?s high-end AI solutions that focus on human, vehicle, object and thermal technology, the upgraded WizMind series boasts topnotch AI algorithms with expanded functions including human/vehicle video metadata, face recognition, privacy protection, wide area security, illegal parking detection, etc.

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Hanwha Techwin Expands PTZ Plus Camera Line

Posted by Jay Bartlett 9:47 am Categories: CCTV / Analog, New Products, Product Focus. Tags: , , , , , .
Hanwha XNP-9250R

Hanwha Techwin has expanded and updated its line-up of PTZ cameras to include six new models. The cameras are available in 4K/6MP/2MP resolutions with 25x/40x optical zoom ranges to fit any use case. Featuring the groundbreaking Wisenet 7 chipset, the new models include three IR models (XNP-9250R, XNP-8250R, XNP-6400R) and three non-IR models (XNP-9250, XNP-8250, XNP-6400). The new PTZ Plus cameras are 65% lighter than conventional PTZ cameras and include a re-designed twist-lock mounting feature to simplify installation.

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New Low Energy Swing Door Operators Easily Automate Swing Doors

Posted by Jay Bartlett 9:40 am Categories: Access Control. Tags: , , .
dormakaba swing door

Automating medium or heavy-duty swing doors for touch-free access applications is easy with dormakaba?s new ED50LE and ED100LE low energy swing door operators. These swing door operators can automate new or existing manual swing doors with a push plate, wave plate, or other knowing act actuator device and are quiet and subtle. A multitude of adjustable features offers flexibility to fine tune the operator to meet opening requirements. The ED100LE is tested beyond traditional standards, using a larger door with greater weight.

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Genetec Clearance camera registry helps agencies close cases faster

Posted by Jay Bartlett 8:32 pm Categories: Corporate News, Surveillance, Technologies. Tags: , , , .
Genetec Clearance

Genetec announced an update to its camera registry module for Genetec Clearance a digital evidence management system that facilitates collaboration between public safety agencies, corporate security departments, businesses, and the public. Video evidence is an invaluable tool to help investigators review events, assist the public, and solve crimes. The methods used to retrieve recordings from privately-owned cameras are cumbersome and time-consuming, as they rely on officers manually collecting video from the scene.

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LenelS2 Delivers Indoor Location Service to Enable Easier Building Navigation

Posted by Jay Bartlett 9:51 am Categories: Access Control, Smart Devices.
Lenel S2 OnGuard

LenelS2 introduced its Indoor Location subscription-based service for businesses and other organizations using LenelS2?s BlueDiamond mobile app version 2.1.8 for smartphones. This new premium mobile app service complements LenelS2?s touchless access solutions by providing users with: the ability to quickly pull up a map to determine current location within a building, search for points of interest, use turn-by-turn directions for efficient navigation and unlock doors directly from a building map.

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Iris ID Biometric Software added to MetaDolce Technologies’ Multimodal Handheld Tablet

Posted by Jay Bartlett 9:44 am Categories: Biometrics. Tags: , , , .
Cyberlink FaceMe

Iris ID announced the inclusion of its contactless, iris-based biometric hardware and software with MetaDolce Technologies’ introduction of the RP70A BIO handheld tablet for mobile identity authentication and registration, manufactured by Gen2Wave Co., Ltd. in South Korea. Law enforcement, border patrol, healthcare and other industry professionals extensively use the compact RP70A BIO, an all-in-one tablet that hosts a dual iris and facial recognition camera, fingerprint sensor, smart card reader, MRZ and barcode scanner.

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Digital Watchdog Invests in Sales Engineer Team

Posted by Jay Bartlett 9:24 am Categories: Corporate News. Tags: , , , , , .
Digital Watchdog DW

Digital Watchdog announces the appointment of three new Sales Engineers and one new Field Engineer to support the DW sales team and partner integrators. As a DW Field Engineer, Julian Garcia is primarily responsible to help with Technical Support escalations. In addition, as DW Sales Engineers, Joseph Koehl, Bobby Dick and Rafael Saenz help with the planning of systems and overcoming technical issues with existing systems, create training materials and author technical collateral.

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$8M Series to Enhance its AI Software for Smart Security Cameras

Posted by Jay Bartlett 8:29 pm Categories: Corporate News. Tags: , , , , , .
Gunshot detection

Actuate announced it has closed its Series A financing of $8 million to expand the capabilities of its computer vision technology and build on the company?s growing portfolio of customers. The funding round was led by Tribeca Venture Partners and joined by Scribble Ventures, OCA Ventures, and Context Ventures, with additional support from existing investors, including Bling Capital, Upside Partnership, and Tensility Venture Partners.

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Utility, Inc. Rolls Out Innovative RocketIoT 3.0 System

Posted by Jay Bartlett 9:46 am Categories: Cloud, Mobile / In-Vehicle, New Products. Tags: , , .
RocketIoT

Days after announcing record growth from Q1 2021, Utility, Inc. launches its latest iteration of the RocketIoT in-car video and communications system. The newly improved RocketIoT 3.0 includes software updates and enhancements, as well as the launch of the new purpose-built, multi-use vehicle video camera to improve upon the ecosystem of devices and services Utility, Inc. offers. The innovative updates increase messaging capabilities across the system of vehicles.

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Videotec-Campion Sales

Posted by Jay Bartlett 5:58 am Categories: Corporate News, Distributors / Systems Integrators. Tags: , , , .
videotec campion

Videotec announces the addition of Campion Sales, Inc. as a new Authorized Manufacturer?s Representative. The company will provide additional sales resources to the Videotec team in the Texas, Louisiana, Oklahoma, and Arkansas region. Campion Sales, Inc., headquartered in Coppell, TX, is well-positioned to support and grow sales activity with customers and partners throughout the TOLA region. The company is focused on representing leading vendors in the audio/visual, data communications, and security industries.

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ISS Answers the Challenge of Rising Pedestrian Accidents with its Unique SecurOS Soffit Solution

Posted by Jay Bartlett 12:09 am Categories: Video Analytics. Tags: , , .
soffit pedestrian

ISS has released its unique SecurOS Soffit Intelligent system that escorts pedestrians using dynamic illumination to prevent accidents at crosswalks. A recent survey, conducted by the Governors Highway Safety Association, points out that most pedestrian fatalities occur on local roads, at night and away from intersections. This fact suggests the need for safer road crossings and increased efforts to make pedestrians and vehicles more visible.

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SKIDATA Partners with Openpath To Offer Smartphone Access Capabilities to Parking Facilities

Posted by Jay Bartlett 11:52 am Categories: Distributors / Systems Integrators, Network. Tags: , , .
Skidata parking management

SKIDATA announced a new technology integration partnership with Openpath. Through this partnership, Openpath?s groundbreaking touchless and mobile access control technology will be integrated into SKIDATA?s parking access and revenue control equipment to permit drivers to enter and exit SKIDATA-equipped parking facilities, using their Openpath credentials.

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Liberty Defense Appoints Michael Lanzaro as President & CTO

Posted by Jay Bartlett 9:39 am Categories: Corporate News. Tags: , , .
Liberty Defense

Liberty Defense is pleased to announce that it has promoted Michael Lanzaro to the role of President & CTO. Michael Lanzaro has over 25 years of management experience leading large high-tech organizations with product development, research and development, and marketing, as well as profit and loss responsibilities. Prior to joining Liberty Defense, Michael served as Vice President of Engineering for L3?s Security and Detection Systems division.

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