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Strategic Innovations Unveils eDOR And eBOX To Eliminate Theft And Porch Piracy

Posted by Jay Bartlett September 6, 2018 6:50 am Categories: Access Control, New Products. Tags: eBOX., eDOR, Strategic Innovations.

Strategic Innovations recently introduced two prototype devices: the eDOR^® and eBOX^®. Both are designed to address nearly all issues related to parcel and package pickups and deliveries experienced by an ever-growing eCommerce industry. The eDOR and eBOX can be installed at a central hub, commercial and office applications, at a private residence, and even remote locations. The eDOR and eBOX are smart “Internet of things” inventions with platforms created to utilize Amazon^? Alexa^? API while also being completely wireless.

Intellectual Property For Sale: Video Compression Technology

Posted by Jay Bartlett September 5, 2018 8:29 am Categories: Military, Technologies. Tags: 360° video software, Doo Technologies.

Doo Technologies owns a high-value patent for both military and homeland security application. Doo Technologies is one of the few UAE based company that create its own Intellectual Property and that goes through the patent process. Doo Technologies has decided to sell the rights of this patent that applies to ?Video Compression Technology.? The sale relates to a single patent that can be utilized in multiple applications and product types.

Milestone Systems Steps Up Device Support

Posted by Jay Bartlett September 4, 2018 8:11 am Categories: VMS Software. Tags: Device Pack 9.9, Milestone Systems, vms, XProtect.

Milestone XProtect

The latest update for hardware support in Milestone XProtect Video Management System adds hundreds of newly supported devices and gives the Milestone Community the industry?s broadest device. Milestone Systems has released Device Pack 9.9 for partners and customers using Milestone XProtect^® video solutions. The bi-monthly device packs contain software updates for XProtect VMS to support new hardware. 209 new devices have been added to this release, bringing the total of supported devices to more than 7,500.

Kentec?s Next Generation Taktis Fire Panel For Largest Sites Takes Center Stage At Essen

Posted by Jay Bartlett September 3, 2018 8:58 am Categories: Product Focus. Tags: Fire Panel, Kentec, Kevin Swann, Modbus, Taktis.

Kentec is showcasing its market-leading, life-critical control systems at Security Essen, with its next-generation Taktis 16 loop analogue addressable fire panel taking centre stage. The Taktis 16L extends the current Taktis fire panel to provide up to 144 zone indications. It supports more than 2,000 detection devices and can network up to 128 panels, making it ideal for the largest sites such as schools, hospitals, multi-site retail/supermarkets, critical infrastructure and major commercial and industrial facilities.

Dortronics? Custom Push Button Switches Perform In Shark-Infested Environment

Posted by Jay Bartlett August 31, 2018 6:16 am Categories: Access Control. Tags: Bryan Sanderford, Dortronics Systems, WR5276-HD28/HD29 Series.

Dortronics frequently receives requests for unusual door control products. The latest came from a well-known aquarium looking for customized switches for its shark exhibit. To fulfill this unusual request, Dortronics customized its WR5276-HD28/HD29 Series Waterproof Push Button Switches to feature special aquatic-themed engravings. The new switches feature images of a shark and of bamboo.

Notice To Air Canada Mobile App Users

Posted by Jay Bartlett August 31, 2018 6:09 am Categories: Cyber Security. Tags: Air Canada, General Data Protection Rules, Mark Sangster, PIPEDA.

Air Canada Mobile App

Air Canada has asked Mobile+ app users to reset their accounts as a security precaution. Due to the large volume, some customers may experience a delay in the process to change their passwords. Air Canada recently posted a notice on its website, asking its mobile app users to reset their accounts as a security precaution, due to the fact that they ?detected unusual login behavior? within the app between August 22-24.

Code Blue Sponsoring National Campus Safety Awareness Month

Posted by Jay Bartlett August 31, 2018 6:02 am Categories: Corporate News. Tags: Abigail Boyer, code blue, Katie Petre, NCSAM.

Code Blue Corporation returns this September as a sponsor for National Campus Safety Awareness Month (NCSAM). During NCSAM, Clery Center will partner with colleges, universities and other organizations to provide professional development opportunities that address the background of certain campus safety areas and strategies for talking about those areas with campus community members.

Sielox Continues Expansion With New Personnel Appointments

Posted by Jay Bartlett August 31, 2018 5:18 am Categories: Corporate News. Tags: Karen Evans, Keith Bellesfield, Sielox.

Sielox announces the appointment of Jerry Klein as Chief Financial Officer (CFO) and Keith Bellesfield as Program Manager. Both join the Company along with the recent addition of five new engineers to support the Company?s continued growth and market expansion. Mr.Klein is a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) and brings valuable knowledge to the Company from prior executive and financial management positions.

Understanding Video Management Software: Wavestore VMS

Posted by Jay Bartlett August 30, 2018 10:59 am Categories: Technologies, VMS Software. Tags: James Smith, John Ruskin.

The electronic security market is fast paced and highly innovative with new technology that can be used to enhance new and existing security solutions becoming available all the time. Organisations operational requirements evolve over time too as they look for new ways to use their system for other activities, such as using video analytics for operational efficiency or marketing purposes. In a highly competitive market, having a solution that enables customers to take advantage of this as and when they require it, has inherent benefits that can take the discussion from ?cheap? to ?great value.’

How To Choose A Home-security System

Posted by Jay Bartlett August 30, 2018 3:04 am Categories: Residential. Tags: home security.

In 2016, there were an estimated 1,053,000 home burglaries in the United States, according to FBI data. That means there?s a burglary about every 30 seconds. Burglars tend to avoid houses with security systems. According to a University of North Carolina at Charlotte survey of convicted burglars, 83 percent said they would try to determine if an alarm were present before attempting a burglary, and 60 percent said they would seek an alternative target if there was an alarm.

Vicon?s Valerus 18.2 VMS Delivers Enterprise Performance with Video Analytics, NVR Failover And More

Posted by Jay Bartlett August 30, 2018 2:54 am Categories: Video Analytics, VMS Software. Tags: Bret McGowan, smartAnalytics, Valerus, Valerus 18.2, Vicon Industries.

Vicon Industries announced the launch of Valerus 18.2, the latest version of its popular thin-client VMS solution built upon true open standards. New to this release are features that include: automated NVR failover, enhanced configuration options that include an enhanced rules engine that can respond to external events, tighter controls for system access authorizations and network-wide log collection and reporting. It also offers support for Valerus SmartAnalytics, a soon-to-be-released, tightly integrated video analytics solution that offers real-time event detection, video search and business intelligence applications.

Hanwha Techwin Enhances Its Wisenet Q Series With New Affordable Cameras And NVRs At GSX 2018

Posted by Jay Bartlett August 30, 2018 2:52 am Categories: IP Cameras, New Products, NVRs / DVRs. Tags: GSX 2018, hanwha techwin, NVRs, QRN.

At GSX 2018, Hanwha Techwin America will unveil the Wisenet Q series line of affordable cameras and NVRs. Scheduled to become available in September 2018, the Wisenet Q series is an affordable professional product line that offers simple and essential features that are ideal for small to medium-sized applications. The Wisenet Q series offers a range of 24 indoor and outdoor dome cameras to meet the needs of a variety of customers looking for sharp and clear image quality at an affordable price, including retail, banking, offices, transportation and more.

Nest x Yale Lock Gets Google Assistant Features

Posted by Jay Bartlett August 29, 2018 7:40 pm Categories: Access Control, Smart Devices. Tags: Google Assistant, nest, The Nest x Yale lock.

Nest x Yale Google Assistant

Nest and Google have announced that starting on Wednesday, the Nest x Yale lock will gain compatibility with the Google Assistant. In more concrete terms, it?ll add voice commands to let users remotely check the status of the lock and lock their doors from any location. You?ll be able to lock the door by voice – but, it?s worth noting, not unlock it? because, you know, security.

Eagle Eye Networks Announces Arecont Vision MegaIP Camera Partnership

Posted by Jay Bartlett August 29, 2018 5:15 am Categories: IP Cameras, VMS Software. Tags: arecont vision, Dean Drako, Eagle Eye Networks, Jeff Whitney.

Eagle Eye Networks and Arecont Vision Costar announced a partnership for supporting next generation Arecont Vision MegaIP cameras on the Eagle Eye Cloud VMS. Additional Arecont Vision camera families will be added per customer requests going forward. The Eagle Eye Cloud VMS supports a wide variety of IP, Analog, and HD-TVI cameras from hundreds of manufacturers. Arecont Vision Costar is the leading US-based manufacturer of high-performance IP cameras and video surveillance solutions.

Swann Offers Google Assistant On Wired 4K Ultra HD Surveillance Systems

Posted by Jay Bartlett August 29, 2018 3:30 am Categories: Integrated Systems, Smart Devices, Surveillance. Tags: Google Assistant, Jeremy Stewart, multi-camera 4K, Swann.

Swann Google Assistant

Swann becomes the first security company to launch Google Assistant voice control on its wired multi-camera 4K surveillance systems. Swann is providing users with a home security system that has improved heat-sensing activity detection and amazing 4K Ultra HD video resolution. Easily viewed on TV, computer or hand-held devices through the HomeSafe View app, the 4K systems are designed for security deterrence with increased image clarity so you can see what?s really happening.

Perimeter Security Group Protects Paramount Studios With Delta Scientific Vehicle Access Control Systems

Posted by Jay Bartlett August 29, 2018 3:00 am Categories: Access Control. Tags: Delta Scientific, Paramount Studios, Perimeter Security Group, Troy Blood.

Paramount Studios

Delta Scientific announced that the longest operating and only remaining studio in Hollywood has implemented Delta Scientific’s bollards and beam barricades to keep visitors and staff free from harm of terrorists and errant drivers. The 100-year-old facility features 30 stages throughout Paramount Studios’ 65-acre complex. Perimeter Security Group installed the high-security equipment at five different locations.

Aeroturn Selected By Alliance Security For High Profile NYC Turnstile Project

Posted by Jay Bartlett August 28, 2018 9:27 am Categories: Access Control. Tags: Access Control, Aeroturn, Alliance Security, turnstiles.

Aeroturn LLC, announced that the company was selected by Alliance Security to deliver a state-of-the-art turnstile solution for a high-profile New York based global media giant. Alliance Security is headquartered in New York and deploys a portfolio of security technology installation and managed service offerings.

Johnson Controls Launches Third Episode In ?Building Connections” Podcast Series

Posted by Jay Bartlett August 28, 2018 4:35 am Categories: Corporate News. Tags: Building Connections Podcast, Jason Christman, Johnson Controls.

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The Building Connections series connects Johnson Controls leaders and industry experts with customers, employees and others to offer insight into the evolving technological connections within built environments. As operational technology ? HVAC, security, fire prevention, lighting ? intertwines with information technology ? software, hardware, servers, internet exchange points, web-based platforms ? buildings are increasingly smarter.

Surveon Military Solutions Support Partners To Win Worldwide Projects

Posted by Jay Bartlett August 28, 2018 4:26 am Categories: Military, Surveillance, VMS Software. Tags: Milestone VMS, NVR systems, Surveon, video analytics.

National safety is the foundation of a prosperous country, and a strict and complete surveillance system can help the first line army to keep the sensitive military areas in safe. Surveon military solutions has deployed in war ships around the globe, providing advanced and reliable performance for military use, ensuring the safety of citizen, soldiers and national property. Surveon military solutions support the world leading maritime and naval CCTV system integrator to win many projects in Northern America, Europe and Far East Asia.

Gigamex Choose Siklu To Boost Multigigabit Capacity In The City Of Toluca

Posted by Jay Bartlett August 28, 2018 4:17 am Categories: Network. Tags: gigabit radios, Gigamex, mexiquense, mmWave, siklu, Toluca.

Siklu has provided a backbone network of gigabit radios to approximately 1000 homes and business subscribers of Gigamex, a leading mexiquense ISP in the City of Toluca. The main challenge in connecting the network was ensuring enough capacity for the access networks. Saturation in the 5GHz frequency band in the city center did not allow them to work to the maximum capacity of their previous legacy wireless radios, which could provide only less than 200 Mbps. This prevented Gigamex from integrating new subscribers into their network and expanding their coverage areas in Toluca.