Tag: CCTV
Secure Logiq launches new website
April 24, 2024SSN Staff
CRAWLEY, U.K.—Security server manufacturer Secure Logiq has announced the launch of its new website, ushering in a fresh approach to exploring solutions, delving into case studies, and offering the latest innovations in surveillance technology.
Since 2011, Secure Logiq has crafted servers specifically tailored for the demands of high-definition video processing. With a team of technical virtuosos boasting over 200 years of combined experience in IP CCTV and server development, Secure Logiq...
EU adopts Artificial Intelligence Act
March 15, 2024SSN Staff
STRASBOURG, France – The European Parliament recently approved the Artificial Intelligence Act, which the governing body said ensures safety and compliance with fundamental rights, while boosting innovation for artificial intelligence (AI).
The regulation was endorsed by MEPs with 523 votes in favor, 46 against and 49 abstentions. “We finally have the world’s first binding law on artificial intelligence, to reduce risks, create opportunities, combat discrimination, and bring...
Silmar Electronics celebrating 60th anniversary
May 11, 2023Ken Showers, Managing Editor
MIAMI – Silmar Electronics, Inc., a Florida-based wholesale distributor of low voltage security products with nine locations, is celebrating its 60th anniversary.
The origins of the company date back to 1960, when founder Jorge Smith Sr. and his family emigrated from Cuba, arriving in Miami. Smith was an electrical engineer by trade and in 1963 started Silmar Electronics. His primary focus upon establishing the company was the manufacturer of eavesdropping devices, with the...
Pye-Barker Fire & Safety acquires Shiver Security Systems, surpasses 150 locations
March 15, 2023SSN Staff
ATLANTA – Pye-Barker Fire & Safety has hit a milestone with the acquisition of Shiver Security Systems, expanding into Ohio and exceeding 150 locations.
The addition of the company gives Pye-Barker its 150th and 151st locations in southwestern Ohio and northern Kentucky. In a release on the acquisition Pye-Barker said that these milestones represent the company’s aggressive acquisition activity and geographic growth as the company moves into its 34th state.
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CCTV market headed for growth, changes
June 19, 2015Spencer Ives
NOIDA, India—The CCTV market is poised for growth, according to a RNCOS report, with a 7.5 percent CAGR expected in North America from 2014 to 2020, and a 12.2 percent CAGR globally during the same time period.RNCOS expects the North American CCTV market to rise from $3.5 billion in 2014 to $5.3 billion by 2020, Shushmul Maheshwari, founder and CEO of RNCOS, told Security Systems News.Though the North American market will grow, its overall share in the market will decrease, according to Maheshwari.“North...
Fike solution: Security and fire detection in one camera
May 14, 2014Tess Nacelewicz
SPARKS, Md.— Fike's SigniFire Server recently received ONVIF certification, making that cost-effective NVR-based early warning detection solution more broadly available, according to Rick Jeffress, sales manager, Americas, for Fike Video Image Detection.The SigniFire Server-based solution enables CCTV cameras to do double duty as security and fire detection cameras, and can be an upsell RMR opportunity for security dealers, according to Jeffress.“We recently got ONVIF certification for...
Cancer hospital employees better not go where they don't belong
October 29, 2013Amy Canfield
BOSTON—An upgrade of its access control system has enabled the Dana Farber Cancer Institute here to introduce Wi-Fi locks without building a new system to manage them, has provided more information about cardholders and provides automatic reports.That's all without making a huge dent in the renowned hospital's security budget.The new Wi-Fi locks did not require “a new computer in a room for someone to look at,” said DFCI manager of security services Ralph Nerette.Typically, integrating...
Resi grows fast at Custom Alarm
October 9, 2013Tess Nacelewicz
ROCHESTER, Minn.—Now in its 45th year, Custom Alarm, based here, is finding residential security to be one of the fastest growing aspects of its business, said Nikki Johnson, the company's vice president and director of marketing.Johnson cited interactive services as an important driver of that growth.“We've sort of changed our model like a lot of security companies have,” she explained. “Back in the day it was security alarm, fire alarm or monitoring, that was it, and now...
Axis stays atop IHS video surveillance rankings, claims top spot for video encoders
June 21, 2013SSN Staff
CHELMSFORD, Mass.—Axis Communications, a provider of network video surveillance solutions, retained the top spot in IHS Research's annual rankings of the top video surveillance companies, according to a news release.
Ranking just behind Axis in the same category were the Japanese electronics giant Panasonic and China-based Hikvision, according to the recently released report, titled “CCTV and Video Surveillance Equipment - World - 2013.”
In addition, Axis for the first...
Honeywell adds Vermont company to dealer network
June 13, 2013SSN Staff
MELVILLE, N.Y.—Honeywell has added Countryside Lock & Alarms, based in Mt. Holly, Vt., to its First Alert Professional Dealer program, according to a company statement.
Countryside provides a range of security and life safety solutions to families and businesses in New England. The company specializes in fire and burglar alarms, access control solutions and video surveillance systems. Countryside also offers control of cameras, Z-Wave thermostats, lights and shades with Honeywell's Tuxedo Touch...