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Aeroturn Announces Inclusion On ARCAT Website

Posted by Jay Bartlett February 7, 2018 9:33 pm Categories: Access Control, Corporate News, Distributors / Systems Integrators. Tags: Aeroturn LLC, ARCAT, architects, consultants, engineers, Made In USA, turnstile.

Aeroturn LLC announced the company is included on the ARCAT^® website and has made it easier for architects, consultants, and engineers to gather the information necessary to specify Aeroturn?s turnstile solutions. The company designs, manufacturers, tests, delivers, and installs the world?s only zero-maintenance standard and customized turnstiles. By making the Aeroturn turnstile information available on the ARCAT website, the A & E community can easily find specifications, CAD details, & BIM objects and systems in multiple formats. The ARCAT website is the most used building product information website and is free to use with no registration required for users.

ASIS International Launches New Website And Online Community

Posted by Jay Bartlett February 7, 2018 4:15 am Categories: Corporate News. Tags: ASIS Connects, asis international, online community, Peter J. O’Neil, security professionals.

ASIS International, the world?s largest association for security management professionals, unveiled a refreshed, mobile-centric website and online community focused on improved and personalized content, user-centric search and commerce, and improved information sharing and collaboration among security professionals worldwide. The website features a dramatically enhanced user experience including powerful search capabilities, an extensively researched taxonomy that drives content organization, and a more intuitive navigation structure.

Regroup Mass Notification Launches New Partnership With Code Blue

Posted by Jay Bartlett February 7, 2018 3:58 am Categories: Campus Security, Cloud, Corporate News, Technologies. Tags: blue light Help Points, Chris Utah, Code Blue Corporation, John Plooster, mass communication, Regroup Mass Notification.

Regroup Mass Notification, an industry leading provider of mass communication solutions, announced a strategic alliance with Code Blue Corporation, the pioneering manufacturer of emergency communication solutions, such as the iconic blue light Help Points^® found at thousands of locations around the world. By partnering with Code Blue, mutual clients will be able to easily activate Code Blue speakerphones and public address systems through Regroup?s intuitive and easy-to-use messaging interface, enabling them to broadcast critical messages to large areas without requiring costly integrations.

RTI Acquires Miravue Video-Over-IP Distribution Solution

Posted by Jay Bartlett February 7, 2018 3:38 am Categories: Corporate News, IP Cameras. Tags: coax cable, Ed McConaghay, Ethernet, Remote Technologies Incorporated, Robert Bishop, Wireless networking.

Remote Technologies Incorporated (RTI) announced that it has acquired the Miravue video-over-IP distribution solution from the company of the same name. Continuing its efforts to provide dealers with a comprehensive, end-to-end solution, RTI will offer the RTI Miravue VIP-1 video-over-IP system for powerful, scalable AV distribution over Ethernet, coax cable, and wireless networking. For the ultimate in flexibility, the VIP-1 acts as a transmitter, receiver, network switch, and wireless access point, dramatically lowering AV distribution costs by reducing cabling and installation time.

Control4 Launches New Entry-Level Automation Controller

Posted by Jay Bartlett February 7, 2018 3:08 am Categories: New Products, Residential, Smart Devices, Technologies. Tags: Automation Controller, CA-1, Control4 Corporation, Martin Plaehn, smart locks, Vincent Grabowski, Z-Wave.

Control4 Corporation announced the immediate availability of the Control4^® CA-1 Automation Controller. The CA-1 enables Control4 Dealers to provide an orchestrated smart home experience for homeowners interested in lighting, temperature control, and security. The new controller is designed to appeal to home builders, MDU developers, and hoteliers, giving them a way to differentiate with the inclusion of the most sought-after smart home experiences.

Identity Fraud Hits All Time High With 16.7 Million U.S. Victims in 2017

Posted by Jay Bartlett February 6, 2018 7:34 pm Categories: Corporate News, Cyber Security, Retail Fraud. Tags: email payments, EMV, Identity Fraud, Javelin Strategy & Research.

The 2018 Identity Fraud Study released by Javelin Strategy & Research, revealed that the number of identity fraud victims increased by eight percent (rising to 16.7 million U.S. consumers) in the last year, a record high since Javelin Strategy & Research began tracking identity fraud in 2003. The study found that despite industry efforts to prevent identity fraud, fraudsters successfully adapted to net 1.3 million more victims in 2017, with the amount stolen rising to $16.8 billion.

Hanwha Previews ISC West Product Lineup

Posted by Jay Bartlett February 6, 2018 4:33 am Categories: CCTV / Analog, IP Cameras, ONVIF, Surveillance, VMS Software. Tags: Hanwha Techwin America, Kichul Kim, multi-sensor camera, ONVIF, thermal cameras, Wisenet WAVE.

Hanwha Techwin America will unveil its latest Wisenet multi-sensor and thermal cameras and showcase its recently announced WAVE VMS at ISC West 2018. Hanwha Techwin expands their multi-sensor camera line with the new PNM-7000VD and broadens their line of solutions by introducing thermal cameras capable of long range detection.

SALTO Systems Hires Manufacturer Rep Timarron Partners

Posted by Jay Bartlett February 6, 2018 4:09 am Categories: Access Control, Corporate News, Surveillance. Tags: Andy Allen, DESFire, electronic locking, HID, iClass, Michael J. Mahon, MIFARE, SALTO Systems, Timarron Partners Inc..

SALTO Systems has hired Timarron Partners, Inc. (TPI), to sell and market SALTO?s innovative security products in Texas and neighboring states in the Southwest. Headquartered in the Dallas-area, TPI will represent SALTO in Texas, New Mexico, Oklahoma, Arkansas and Southern Louisiana. The TPI team —with a collective 140 years of experience in the electronic security industry— holds several certifications and is active in many security industry organizations.

Dahua Technology?s Latest Video Surveillance Solutions At SICUR 2018

Posted by Jay Bartlett February 6, 2018 3:40 am Categories: Access Control, IP Cameras, Surveillance, Technologies. Tags: Dahua Technology, ePoE series, HDCVI, machine vision, PoC technology, SICUR 2018.

Dahua Technology will show its latest innovations at SICUR Madrid 2018, the International Security, Safety and Fire Exhibition, from February 20 to 23 2018. The booth will mainly contain two types of exhibits ? products and solutions.

Genetec Announces ISC West 2018 Product Lineup

Posted by Jay Bartlett February 5, 2018 7:24 pm Categories: Access Control, City Surveillance, Law Enforcement, Surveillance, Technologies. Tags: Citigraf, Cybersecurity, Genetec Clearance, Genetec Inc., Jimmy Palatsoukas, license plate recognition, Security Center.

Genetec Inc. announced its plans for ISC West 2018. The company will feature the latest version of Security Center, its flagship unified security platform, and demonstrate Citigraf^™, its new decision support system for comprehensive response coordination. Genetec Citigraf is designed to help reduce response time to crimes, and provide insights and analytics on how crime moves across the city, so first responders can take the most effective action with the greatest awareness.

Hogar Controls Debuts Complete Pro Solutions Line At ISE 2018

Posted by Jay Bartlett February 5, 2018 7:05 pm Categories: Access Control, New Products, Residential, Smart Devices. Tags: Hogar Controls, Home Controller Pro, ISE 2018, lighting control, Milo Smart Home Speaker, Pebble Touch Button, Sensor Camera, shade control, Touch Panel, Video Doorbell.

Hogar Controls is launching their new Pro Solutions lineup of control and automation products for the residential and commercial markets at ISE 2018. With a modern aesthetic at an affordable entry price, Hogar Controls^® Pro Solutions line is designed to provide easy customization, flexibility and style for homeowners and building managers. At the core of Hogar Pro Solutions suite is the Home Controller (HC) Pro, a compact but powerful hub that uses Z-Wave Plus, Zigbee and Wi-Fi to connect and control smart home devices.

Motorola Solutions Acquires Avigilon

Posted by Jay Bartlett February 5, 2018 2:22 am Categories: Corporate News, IP Cameras, VMS Software. Tags: acquisition, analytics, Avigilon, IP-cameras, Motorola Solutions, physical security, vms.

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Motorola Solutions (NYSE: MSI) announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Avigilon (TSX: AVO) in an all-cash transaction that will enhance Motorola Solutions? portfolio of mission-critical communications technologies. Under the terms of the agreement, Motorola Solutions will acquire all of Avigilon?s outstanding shares for CAD$27.00 per share. The enterprise value of the transaction is approximately US$1.0 billion including Avigilon?s net debt.

BCDVideo Grows

Posted by Jay Bartlett February 5, 2018 1:12 am Categories: Corporate News. Tags: bcdvideo, BCDVideo Grows, Jeff Burgess, Physical Security Solutions, technical geeks, Tom Larson.

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Whether you really know BCDVideo, you better not underestimate them nor ignore their impact on our industry. BCDVideo has become the security integrator’s choice for IP video surveillance solutions. Maybe flying just under the radar of many top-flight players in the physical security industry, BCDVideo has seen some impressive growth. Formed in 1999, BCDVideo is a physical security vendor that has seen some incredible growth over the past decade and a half. Late in 2017, BCDVideo made a major upgrade when they moved into their new, spacious company headquarters in Buffalo Grove, Illinois.

Convergint Partners With Ares Management

Posted by Jay Bartlett February 3, 2018 5:20 am Categories: Corporate News, Integrated Systems. Tags: Ares Management, convergint technologies, Dan Moceri, financial partnership, integrated building systems, Ken Lochiatto.

Convergint Technologies introduced its new financial partnership with a fund managed by the Private Equity Group of Ares Management, L.P. The Private Equity Group seeks to invest in businesses with leading franchises and attractive growth prospects and is part of Ares Management, a leading global alternative asset manager with approximately $106 billion of assets under management. Via the new partnership, Convergint will continue its growth through strong operational and acquisition programs and expanded professional services.

Bosch Equips Cancun Airport With Video Security System

Posted by Jay Bartlett February 3, 2018 3:53 am Categories: Airports / Seaports / Railroads, IP Cameras, Surveillance, VMS Software. Tags: ASUR, Bosch, Cancun Airport, DIVAR, video management system, VRM.

Cancun Airport is Mexico’s second busiest airport, after Mexico City, but the biggest for international passengers. The number of passengers has been growing quickly, from seven million in 1999 to approximately 23 million annually today. With the number of visitors increasing sharply, passenger safety and security has become more demanding and has required a comprehensive new security solution. Airport Operator ASUR decided to redesign video security to have one system operating across all four terminals.

LifeSafety To Showcase ProWire & FlexPower At ISC West 2018

Posted by Jay Bartlett February 3, 2018 3:36 am Categories: Accessories, Distributors / Systems Integrators, Solutions. Tags: FlexPower, LifeSafety Power, Multi-Site Manager, ProWire.

LifeSafety Power will feature its innovative product category at ISC West 2018 in Las Vegas, April 11 through 13 at booth 5097. Two featured products will include ProWire Unified Power Systems and FlexPower Multi-Site Manager (MSM) Enterprise. ProWire, was design-built with the security installer and end-user in mind. ProWire eliminates hours of panel wiring, lock control and communication wiring with a standard installation platform that improves system uniformity, streamlining service and maintenance.

Delta Protects Atlanta’s New Mercedes-Benz Stadium

Posted by Jay Bartlett February 2, 2018 8:48 pm Categories: Access Control, Critical Infrastructure, Law Enforcement, Solutions. Tags: Delta Scientific, DSC2000, DSC501, DSC680, DSC720, Mercedes-Benz Stadium, MLS Atlanta United, NFL Atlanta Falcons, Tusco, Vehicle Access Control.

Delta Scientific announced that Atlanta’s new $1.5 billion stadium, home to the NFL Atlanta Falcons football team and MLS Atlanta United soccer club and site of the recent NCAA national college football championship, is protecting fans, personnel and athletes from terrorists and errant drivers from using vehicles as weapons. Installed by Tusco using Delta Scientific perimeter protection products, the new access system includes four DSC501 barriers, five DSC720 bollards, 39 DSC2000 barriers and 59 DSC680 fixed bollards.

Altronix Introduces The NetWay Spectrum 2-Port Media Converter

Posted by Jay Bartlett February 2, 2018 9:03 am Categories: Network, New Products, Product Focus. Tags: altronix, Ethernet, Media Converter/Injector, NetWay, SP2P.

Altronix announced the release of NetWay^™ SP2P 2-Port Media Converter/Injector, which converts a single fiber cable into two 1Gb Ethernet ports providing PoE/PoE+. This allows multiple IP devices to be deployed at greater distances utilizing fiber – reducing the need for additional cabling, equipment and installation costs. The NetWaySP2P provides up to 30W per port in a compact insulated housing. These units can be powered locally or remotely using Altronix WayPoint562, NetWay1D or NetWaySP4 rack series that provide 56VDC.

FAU Secures College Of Medicine With Software House C?CURE 9000

Posted by Jay Bartlett February 2, 2018 4:05 am Categories: Access Control, Campus Security, Surveillance, Technologies. Tags: Boca Raton, C•CURE 9000, Florida Atlantic University, Johnson Controls, Patrick Garmon, Schmidt Biomedical.

Johnson Controls announced that Florida Atlantic University has selected the Software House C?CURE 9000 security and event management platform to secure a new building that is part of the Charles E. Schmidt College of Medicine, a facility which houses research, administration, and a medical clinic. With C?CURE 9000, Florida Atlantic University can easily manage student access to classrooms and laboratories, which can range from 24-hour access to the building to limited facility access during examination time. In addition, the university needed to restrict access to medical record rooms, the pharmacy and other sensitive areas.

A New Alternative To The Current Off-shore Video Security Product Supply

Posted by Jay Bartlett February 1, 2018 7:03 pm Categories: Corporate News, Distributors / Systems Integrators, IP Cameras, NVRs / DVRs. Tags: ip cameras, security product supply, Uniview Technology, video management system.

Uniview Technology offers a new alternative to the current off-shore video security product supply. Based in Coppell, Texas, a northwest suburb of Dallas, Uniview Technology is a Texas registered company with U.S. based operations. The operations include a fully stocked warehouse, regional sales managers and manufacturer?s representatives across the US and Canada, sales design and marketing support, domestic customer and technical service support.