Tag: CCTV
Pimloc launches video search feature for Secure Redact
October 20, 2025SSN Staff
DENVER — Pimloc has announced the launch of its new video search feature for the Secure Redact platform, designed to help law enforcement accelerate video review.
The Video Search feature enables officers to locate specific scenes, objects and individuals in video recordings based on attributes such as clothing, quickly identifying relevant footage without manually reviewing every frame. By reducing the time required to review video with search and coupling that with Secure Redact’s...
The Port of Barcelona implements Genetec
July 25, 2025SSN Staff
MONTRÉAL — Genetec revealed that the Port of Barcelona has successfully implemented Genetec Security Center into its security operations.
As one of the Mediterranean’s major logistics hubs, the Port of Barcelona has experienced continuous growth in recent years, leading to new operational and security challenges according to Genetec. In response, the Port Authority launched a modernization initiative focused on transforming the port into a safer, smarter, and more sustainable...
Edinburgh utilizes Genetec for Smart City development
January 30, 2025SSN Staff
LONDON — Genetec Inc. has announced that The City of Edinburgh Council is using Genetec Security Center as the backbone of its smart city strategy.
The council’s smart city strategy focuses on introducing technologies to manage resources more efficiently and improve public services. According to Genetec, a key barrier to this vision was the city's outdated public space security system, which lacked the ability to integrate new applications and technologies.
With funding from...
CCOM Global Technologies employs Pimloc platform
January 15, 2025SSN Staff
SAN FRANCISCO — CCOM Global Technologies, providers of video surveillance management for cruise liners, are leveraging Pimloc’s Secure Redact privacy platform to ensure the privacy of uninvolved individuals when disclosing footage to third parties or in response to subpoenas.
Secure Redact’ automatically blurs personal and sensitive data in captured and live security videos. This enables organizations such as CCOM Global Technologies to quickly and responsibly handle footage...
To-go order
January 15, 2025Ken Showers, Managing Editor
This week on Monitoring Matters, the threat of prison violence delivered hot and ready in 30 minutes or less, or else it’s free.
At least that’s the concern according to a pair of watchdogs keeping tabs on a pair of England high-security prisons. In a report by the BBC, Chief Inspector of Prisons Charlie Taylor told government officials that weapon smuggling using drones was now commonplace thanks to a lax airspace being maintained above the maximum-security facilities.
While the...
Pye-Barker Fire & Safety adds New Jersey’s Systems Design Group
November 11, 2024SSN Staff
ATLANTA — Pye-Barker Fire & Safety has acquired Systems Design Group, which specializes in security alarms, access control, fire detection and monitoring.
Located in Flemington, New Jersey, between New York City and Allentown, Pennsylvania, Pye-Barker said this acquisition enables them to service more customers in the tri-state region.
Systems Design Group (SDG) provides businesses 24/7 surveillance of safety, burglary and fire threats to help aid emergency response, limit property damage...
Sciens Building Solutions acquires Classic Protection Systems
October 15, 2024SSN Staff
SAN FRANCISCO — Sciens Building Solutions (“Sciens”) has announced that it has welcomed Houston, Texas-based Classic Protection Systems (“Classic”) to its growing portfolio of companies.
Sciens said this acquisition helps further expand their presence in the Texas market, while providing Classic and its customers with even deeper resources and expertise, as well as the ability to leverage Sciens’ growing presence across North America.
“Classic and Sciens...
Pye-Barker Fire & Safety acquires Altronics
September 20, 2024SSN Staff
ATLANTA — Pye-Barker Fire & Safety has acquired Altronics Security Solutions, a Pennsylvania-based company specializing in security alarms, video surveillance and access control.
On Pye-Barker's team, Philip Gardner, VP of Business Development, coordinated the transaction. Nelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough LLP represented Pye-Barker.
Altronics said it will work with Pye-Barker's established fire protection and security teams in the region to provide localized service that supports...
In latest acquisitions Pye-Barker grabs Cox Fire Protection, AlarmTech
July 2, 2024SSN Staff
ATLANTA — Pye-Barker Fire & Safety made a pair of acquisitions recently on opposite ends of the country, expanding its reach in Washington and Florida.
Pye-Barker acquired Cox Fire Protection, a southeastern fire protection company with three locations in Florida. Pye-Barker said that Cox Fire Protection has synergies with its nearby branches, enhancing the company's ability to provide long-term service and maintenance to commercial customers.
Founded in 1984 by Ron and Linda Cox...
Pye-Barker acquires Southern Burglar and Fire Alarm Company
May 17, 2024SSN Staff
ATLANTA — Pye-Barker Fire & Safety is expanding in South Carolina with the acquisition of 99-year-old security solutions provider Southern Burglar and Fire Alarm, Co.
The companies noted that they are excited to provide expanded services to existing customers through the partnership.
Southern Burglar and Fire Alarm, Co., headquartered in Belton, South Carolina, provides burglar alarm, fire alarm, CCTV, video surveillance and alarm monitoring services throughout Upstate South Carolina....