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Surveon Keeps Data Intact With Long Data Retention Solutions

Posted by Jay Bartlett May 23, 2018 5:17 am Categories: NVRs / DVRs, Storage, VMS Software. Tags: Data Retention Solutions, failover, iSCSI, JBOD, NAS, RAID, SAS, Surveon.

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From big data to AI era, to transform a great amount data into useful information to improve business or social benefits, Data Retention technology is becoming the planning and acceptance of most projects due to it allows data to be kept intact for long time. Surveon Data Retention Solutions provide four advantages, including large capacity for 365-day recording, advanced RAID + spare drive for data security, unique failover for continuous record when NVR fails, robust data replication for double data protection, keeping the factory in Kuwait and one of the public hospitals in Asia surveillance intact.

LockState Secures $5.8 Million In Series A Round Of Funding

Posted by Jay Bartlett May 23, 2018 5:06 am Categories: Access Control, Corporate News. Tags: Iron Gate Capital, Kozo Keikaku Engineering Inc., LockState, Nelnet, RemoteLock.

LockState, the parent company of RemoteLock cloud platform for smart locks, announced it raised $5.8 million in a Series A round of funding, led by Iron Gate Capital in Boulder and joined by Kozo Keikaku Engineering Inc. (KKE) in Japan, Nelnet, and Service Provider Capital. RemoteLock is the leading cloud-based smart lock platform enabling users to manage any type of internet-enabled lock from a single centralized dashboard.

NETAVIS Releases sMart Data Warehouse Version 4.0

Posted by Jay Bartlett May 23, 2018 5:00 am Categories: Corporate News, New Products, VMS Software. Tags: netavis, sMart Data Warehouse.

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NETAVIS Software of Germany has released sMart Data Warehouse Version 4.0 that delivers a new set of features to provide the user with configurable information about their security systems. sMart is now able to show how often cameras lose their network connection, which users most frequently accessed archive recordings, which cameras have the highest amount of perimeter intrusion alerts, or other information. NETAVIS? latest release also gives you the possibility to create links between dashboards and maps.

Optimizing Performance With Artificial Intelligence In The Oil And Gas Industry

Posted by Jay Bartlett May 22, 2018 8:47 am Categories: Technologies. Tags: AI, Artificial intelligence, autonomous security, RAD, security, Steve Reinharz.

We know by now that the possibilities and opportunities presented by artificial intelligence (AI) to both the security industry and beyond are nearly limitless; as one of the most exciting and fastest growing branches of computer science, AI has demonstrated its ability to provide exceptional efficiency and task adaptability to a wide range of markets. In areas that are seeing rapid growth and the need for increased productivity, users demand solutions that simplify and enhance processes in a cost-effective manner.

Oncam Appoints Simon Reed As Vice President Of Sales For EMEA And Asia

Posted by Jay Bartlett May 21, 2018 8:36 pm Categories: Corporate News, IP Cameras. Tags: asia, EMEA, Firas Banshee, Oncam, Simon Reed.

Oncam announced the promotion of Simon Reed to Vice President of Sales, EMEA and Asia. In these dynamic regions, Reed will lead the implementation of the company’s strategic vision to expand market share, propel new deployments of the company’s award-winning technology, and boost strategic alliances. In this role, Reed will collaborate with the company’s regional sales directors across the UK, Europe, Turkey, APAC and South Asia, and align with other senior sales executives to streamline account acquisition.

Wavestore And Facit Form Technology Partnership To Aid GDPR Compliance

Posted by Jay Bartlett May 21, 2018 8:31 pm Categories: Legal, Legislation, VMS Software. Tags: Enrico Bizzaro, Facit Data Systems, GDPR, Waqas Hassan, wavestore.

Wavestore and analytics experts Facit Data Systems have formed a technology partnership to help organisations comply with the new General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) when managing their surveillance system. The GDPR regulation stipulates any person whose image is recorded on a video surveillance system has a right to seek and be supplied with a copy of their own personal data from the footage. However, the identity of any other individuals who also feature in any part of that footage need to be protected when the recording is shared with a third party.

Arecont Vision LLC Signs Asset Purchase Agreement With An Affiliate Of Turnspire

Posted by Jay Bartlett May 21, 2018 8:25 pm Categories: Corporate News. Tags: arecont vision, Raul Calderon, Turnspire Capital Partners.

Arecont Vision and Transpire Capital logos

Arecont Vision^® announced that it has executed an asset purchase agreement with an affiliate of Turnspire Capital Partners, LLC under which Turnspire will acquire substantially all of the Company?s assets. As previously announced, the Company has initiated proceedings under chapter 11 of the United States Bankruptcy Code in the District of Delaware to facilitate the Purchase Agreement and substantially reduce its debt. The Company has also filed a bid procedures and sale motion with the Court. The Turnspire bid will be subject to an auction at which it will be subject to higher and better offers, and requires Court approval.

Sprint Launches Groundbreaking IoT Factory To Make Everyday Business Easier

Posted by Jay Bartlett May 18, 2018 9:24 pm Categories: Solutions, Technologies. Tags: Ivo Rook, myDevices, Sprint, Sprint IoT Factory, The Goldie Group.

Sprint announced the launch of the Sprint IoT Factory, a game-changing online marketplace that presents businesses with a wide selection of complete, ready-made boxed solutions that leverage the power of IoT (Internet of Things) to help them do business smarter. With more than 550,000 developers already driving innovation on the platform, everyday businesses now have access to the latest technology to connect and automate what matters most to their unique operations.

Dahua Unveils A Series Of Industrial Cameras To Enrich Its Machine Vision Lineup

Posted by Jay Bartlett May 18, 2018 9:19 pm Categories: CCTV / Analog, IP Cameras, Surveillance. Tags: 3D camera, Area scan camera, Dahua Technology, Line scan camera, smart camera, video surveillance.

With the rapid development of industrial automation, the long for productivity enhancement, labor interference reduction and product quality improvement is souring, resulting in a rapidly growing demand of industrial cameras. Dahua Technology, a leading solution provider in the global video surveillance industry, has unveiled a series of new industrial camera to enrich its product offering globally for logistics industry and general industry automation. Together with the new launches, Dahua has broadened its product reach and established a wide product selection.

IndigoVision, Boston Networks And Dell Technologies Team Up With Social Bite To Tackle Homelessness In Scotland

Posted by Jay Bartlett May 18, 2018 5:45 am Categories: Corporate News. Tags: Boston Networks, Dell Technologies, indigovision, Josh Littlejohn, Pedro Simoes, Scotland, Social Bite Village.

IndigoVision, Boston Networks and Dell Technologies team up with Social Bite to tackle homelessness in Scotland. Developer of complete end-to-end video security solutions, IndigoVision, along with their Authorized Partner Boston Networks and valued Technology Partner Dell Technologies, has provided Social Bite with a security system for their Social Bite Village. Social Bite is on a mission to build a collaborative movement to end homelessness in Scotland, thanks to recent fundraising efforts the Social Bite Village has become one of their many projects to help achieve this goal. The idea is to bring people from all walks of life in Scotland together to ensure that no one ends up homeless.

Dahua Technology Strategically Cooperate With WANHUA Borsodchem

Posted by Jay Bartlett May 18, 2018 12:35 am Categories: Corporate News. Tags: BORSODCHEM ZRT, Colin Wang, Szabó János, Zhejiang Dahua Technology.

Zhejiang Dahua Technology Co. signed a strategic cooperation agreement with Borsodchem ZRT, a world leading chemical manufacturer top ranked in the field of MDI. This agreement means Dahua Technology will, together with its authorized local distributor, realize the implementation of its Intelligent Industrial Park Solution for the very first time in Europe. Witnessed by management teams from both sides, this agreement was signed by Vice President of Procurement and Logistics at WANHUA Borsodchem, Mr. Szab

Arteco NEXT Now Supports Full Range Of Wisenet Security And Retail Analytics Applications

Posted by Jay Bartlett May 17, 2018 8:07 pm Categories: Video Analytics, VMS Software. Tags: ARTECO, Giampaolo Sabbatani, Hanwha Techwin America, Paul Kong, VEMS, video event management.

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Arteco announced that it has expanded its long-standing partnership with Hanwha Techwin to enable comprehensive management of the entire range of Wisenet devices and embedded analytics applications within Arteco NEXT Video Event Management Software (VEMS). Through this integration, Hanwha Techwin?s Wisenet devices are now fully supported in terms of video management, events and features including 4K Ultra HD video streaming and recording, and video analytics applications. The integration was completed with Arteco Open Connector, which consolidates events from third-party devices and presents them within the Arteco VEMS interface.

Oncam Announces Strategic Partnership With BDF Sicurezza

Posted by Jay Bartlett May 17, 2018 7:59 pm Categories: Corporate News. Tags: BDF Sicurezza, EMEA, Evolution camera, Oncam, Simon Reed.

Oncam announced it has partnered with BDF Sicurezza Latina to provide the company’s full suite of products to Italy as the country’s first Oncam distributor. The strategic partnership offers customers the ability to incorporate Oncam’s innovative technology into their security plan to help increase situational awareness and aid in investigations. Serving a number of vertical markets, such as banking, commercial and enterprise, airports and transportation, and smart city, BDF has 30 years of experience providing security and automation technology to protect people and assets from threats.

Liberty University Recreational Center Protects Students With Boon Edam Optical Turnstiles

Posted by Jay Bartlett May 17, 2018 8:31 am Categories: Access Control, Campus Security. Tags: Boon Edam, Central Virginia, LaHaye Fitness and Recreation Center, Liberty University, optical turnstiles, Samuel Seaborn, Speedlane 300.

Liberty University, a private university in Central Virginia, provides a comprehensive curriculum with a Christian background for more than 110,000 students enrolled across the University?s 17 colleges, schools, and online programs. The safety and security of students and faculty is a priority and has resulted in the implementation of state-of-the-art physical security measures. The LaHaye Fitness and Recreation Center located on Liberty University?s Lynchburg campus is a prime example. The large facility, which occupies approximately 165,000 square feet, houses five basketball courts, an indoor track, a weight room, group exercise classrooms, raquetball and volleyball courts, soccer fields, and a rock wall in addition to a lounge and cafe.

ASSA ABLOY And Pemko Continue Commitment To Sustainability

Posted by Jay Bartlett May 17, 2018 8:26 am Categories: Corporate News. Tags: assa abloy, Environmental Product Declaration, HPDs, LCA, Mandy Swofford, Pemko, sustainability.

ASSA ABLOY has announced the company?s latest Environmental Product Declaration (EPD) is for the Pemko Silicone Adhesive Smoke and Fire Gasket product line. ASSA ABLOY?s continued focus on EPDs supports its commitment to sustainability. EPDs include a life cycle assessment (LCA) for a product or product line and quantifies a product?s environmental impact. With over 100 EPDs, as well as over 20 Health Product Declarations (HPDs) and Declare Labels, ASSA ABLOY and its brands provide products and services that are environmentally conscious throughout the entire production process and product lifecycle.

abode Adds Voice Unlock Feature + Upgrades Alexa Smart Home Skill

Posted by Jay Bartlett May 17, 2018 7:02 am Categories: Product Focus, Residential, Smart Devices. Tags: abode, alexa, Smart Home Skill, voice unlock.

abode systems announces an update to their Alexa Smart Home Skill to deliver greater control and monitoring from the Alexa app as well as the ability to unlock door locks with voice commands. The initial abode Alexa Smart Home Skill gave users the ability to control lighting, including RBG functions, dimming capabilities and basic on/off functions using voice commands. It also allowed users to lock doors that were armed with a smart lock. This skill update enables Unlock by Voice and Unlock by App functionality that allows users to unlock doors integrated with their abode system via the abode Smart Home Skill.

MOBOTIX European Innovation Summit 2018 Heads To Spain

Posted by Jay Bartlett May 17, 2018 7:00 am Categories: Corporate News. Tags: Enrique Dans, mobotix, Thomas Lausten.

MOBOTIX welcomed almost 200 Alliance and Channel Partners as well as flagship customers to the inaugural Innovation Summit Europe that took place in Valencia, Spain from the 6th to 8th of May. The Summit offered attendees valuable insights into new trends, sneak peeks at new products and technologies along with networking opportunities between the wider pan-European MOBOTIX community. Alongside the Summit, the Technology Partner Expo offered demonstrations showcasing integration capabilities from several technology leaders that work closely with MOBOTIX including ABP, Genetec, Kentix, Konica Minolta, Microsens, QNAP and Sesys.

March Networks Introduces SE2 Series IP-Cameras

Posted by Jay Bartlett May 17, 2018 6:57 am Categories: IP Cameras, New Products, Surveillance, VMS Software. Tags: Command Recording Server, march networks, March Networks Command, Nathan Dinning, SE2 Series.

March Networks^® introduces its SE2 Series IP Cameras. The new camera line delivers 1080p video and a comprehensive range of advanced features for indoor and outdoor applications. It also incorporates a smart low bit rate (LBR) setting that reduces bandwidth and storage consumption by 50% or more, making the SE2 Series IP cameras a cost-effective option for businesses with dozens or hundreds of surveillance cameras. Compatible with all March Networks video recording platforms, including the 8000 Series and 9000 Series video recorders and Command Recording Server (CRS) software, the cameras are also easily managed with powerful March Networks Command^™ Enterprise video management software.

Drone Takedown Authority Would Be Granted Under Senate Proposal

Posted by Jay Bartlett May 16, 2018 1:10 am Categories: Legal. Tags: Drone Takedown, Heidi Heitkamp, John Hoeven, Ron Johnson.

Security and law enforcement agencies would be given new authority to monitor and take down threatening drones under bipartisan legislation proposed by a group of U.S. Senators. A bill introduced by top members of the Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee would also direct the Department of Homeland Security to study drone technology and the emerging threats it creates. While technology exists to monitor most small commercial drones and to disable or redirect their flight paths, law often prohibits the use of these techniques. The bill, known as the Preventing Emerging Threats Act of 2018, would give DHS and the Justice Department the authority to monitor and track drones without consent of the operator.

Luxul Releases Its Dual-WAN Epic 5 Wired Gigabit Router

Posted by Jay Bartlett May 16, 2018 1:07 am Categories: Network. Tags: ABR-5000, Domotz, Epic 5 router, gigabit router, Luxul, Mike Grubb.

Luxul announced its Epic 5 router (ABR-5000) is now shipping with Domotz remote management software. More Than Just a Router, Epic 5 Delivers Ultra-Fast Speeds While Lowering Operational Costs for Integrators and Enhancing the Customer Experience. With the Epic 5’s onboard Domotz technology, integrators receive alerts when network issues arise —allowing them to take immediate action— and share device information with Luxul’s support team for swift and easy troubleshooting.