Pelco Names New President, Seeks CEO

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FRESNO, Calif. —Pelco announces that Jean-Marc Theolier, CEO, will be leaving the organization, effective immediately. As part of this change, Brian McClain, COO, will take the role of President while the search for a new CEO is finalized. Transom Capital Group, a middle market private equity firm, acquired Pelco in May from Schneider Electric. The French electrical building automation equipment maker purchased privately …

Eagle Eye Networks Integrates Cloud VMS With DMP Virtual Keypad

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AUSTIN, Texas. — Eagle Eye Networks announces the integration of its Cloud VMS with DMP’s Virtual Keypad app. The secure integration between these two products serves as a unified platform that provides access to Eagle Eye camera feeds from the same Virtual Keypad environment that DMP users are already utilizing to control their security, access and home automation systems, according to the company. In …

Intelligent Security Systems Partners With Military Solutions Provider

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WOODBRIDGE, N.J. — Intelligent Security Systems (ISS), a provider of intelligent video management software (IVMS) and native analytics globally, announces that it has entered into a new strategic technology partnership with DEFTEC, a leader in supporting the U.S. military in rapid acquisition and deployment of technology to combat global improvised threats. Founded in December 2012, DEFTEC provides scientific expertise, coupled with technological …

Top 9 Surveillance Videos of the Week: Thief Livestreams Donut Theft

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In this week’s Top Surveillance Videos… A major trend to develop over the past few years is livestreaming. Millennials and even younger kids use platforms to visually share in real-time everything they are doing — for better or worse. Platforms such as YouTube, Twitch and Facebook Live make this extremely easy to do. Unfortunately, there are people out there that feel …

Keep Your Boss Happy: How Alarm Techs Can Maximize Productivity

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As a technician: what makes you truly valuable to your boss? You’ve heard everyone in the business world refer to the bottom line. To your boss and/or owner, the bottom line is, “Am I making a profit?” How are you helping to make your company profitable and what are you doing to earn your paycheck? Maybe you should be looking closer …

Johnson Controls Adds Features to Tyco victor VMS, VideoEdge NVR systems

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MILWAUKEE — Johnson Controls announces the release of the newest version of Tyco victor video management and VideoEdge NVR systems. The company says these products are designed to provide users with mission-critical, enterprise-level solutions, while also furthering the solution’s cyber position and evolving the unification between victor/VideoEdge and Tyco Software House C•CURE 9000 security and event management platform. The release of version …

LILIN Releases 120 FPS Auto Focus Bullet IP Camera for Fast Moving Objects

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ARCADIA, Calif. — LILIN Americas introduces the ZFR8122 Series 120 frames-per-second (fps) full HD (1080P) IP bullet camera. The company says the camera is capable of streaming HD images of extremely fast-moving objects for improved monitoring, surveillance and safety applications. By capturing double the frames of a standard 60 fps camera, the ZFR8122 empowers security professionals to analyze video playback using frame-by-frame …

Genetec Talks Core Initiatives and Protecting Liberal Democracies

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If you’ve spent any time around Genetec CEO and Founder Pierre Racz then you likely got a taste — if not a five-course meal worth — of his barefaced elucidations on the sheer mass of global cybercrime perpetrated by authoritarian governments, specifically China and Russia. To say Racz is passionate about the business of security would be an understatement. That …

Owen Security’s Dedication to Customer Service Make It an SSI Installer of the Year

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When those in the know look at the elements of a promising movie, book or sports team they will say something to the effect that it has all the right ingredients to be a classic film, bestseller or champion. It can be the same way with a security company. Case in point is Owen Security Solutions, which was launched by …

DroneShield Integrates Counter-Drone Detection With Bosch Surveillance Wares

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WASHINGTON, D.C. — DroneShield (ASX: DRO) and Bosch Security and Safety Systems have entered into a partnership in the counter-drone market under the Bosch Integration Partner Program (IPP). Bosch provides a range of surveillance solutions globally, and leads with its range and customer adoption of its products across industries, including prison, airport, critical infrastructure and other sectors. DroneShield is a …

Illinois High School Reduces Video Search Time With Upgraded Surveillance System

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WASHINGTON, Ill. — With a patchwork surveillance system consisting of outdated analog cameras and recorders from multiple manufacturers, administrators at Washington Community High School (WCHS) found that the campus’ network of security cameras was incapable of addressing the school’s current and future safety and security needs. Further complicating the problem was the level of difficulty in locating recorded video when …

abode Adds Enhanced Google Assistant Support for DIY Smart Home Security Systems

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PALO ALTO, Calif. — abode systems, a provider of DIY smart home security, has released an updated Google Assistant integration providing full support for the voice assistant when used with its smart home security systems. All abode customers have the ability to fully control their abode alarm through Google Assistant-enabled devices. abode’s Google Assistant integration was previously limited to controlling lighting, switches …

Avigilon Solution Helps Secure New Bedford, Mass., Public Housing

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VANCOUVER, B.C., Canada — The New Bedford Housing Authority (NBHA) — the public housing authority for the city of New Bedford, Mass. — recently deployed Avigilon video security solutions to help improve safety and reduce crime within its community. With close to 1,750 federal public housing units and 748 state aided units, the NBHA services more than 6,000 individuals by …

Tackling the Very Modern Problem of Securing Video Surveillance

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Despite the many opportunities and advantages modern surveillance technology has brought us, it’s not hard to believe that many of the industry’s most experienced hands in the security industry look back on the simplicity of the ‘old days,’ with a smile. While advancements in video surveillance make a critical difference daily, making them indispensable in reality, modern problems like the …

Fujifilm Enters Surveillance Market With Long-Range Camera

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VALHALLA, N.Y. — The Optical Device Division of Fujifilm North America Corp. announces the release of the Fujifilm SX800, a new, long-range surveillance camera equipped with a built-in lens. The camera will be available in the United States in August, and the release of the product marks Fujifilm’s expansion into the video surveillance camera market. The SX800, developed with Fujifilm …

IFSS Receives PE Investment to Support Strategic Growth Plans

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FORT MYERS, Fla. — Integrated Fire and Security Solutions (IFSS), based here, has received a majority private equity investment to drive strategic growth and further build its market presence in the Southeastern United States. No financial terms were disclosed; however, in an announcement IFSS described the investment as “sizable.” The funding will be used to expand sales operations, acquire similarly …

SSI Installers of the Year Share How They Handle Top Hurdles

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To hear the late Notorious B.I.G. tell it in his 1997 hit, “Mo Money Mo Problems,” it’s like the more money we come across, the more problems we see. It is a matter of perspective, but from my vantage point for security dealer and integration companies, no matter how much more money or larger sized they become the problems remain more …

Milestone XProtect Corporate VMS Achieves Sought After GDPR Certification

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COPENHAGEN — Milestone Systems announces XProtect Corporate 2019 R2 is the first major video management software (VMS) product to obtain the European Privacy Seal (EuroPriSe), a GDPR-ready certification. With the GDPR-ready certification from the independent and recognized institute EuroPriSe, end users can be confident that they have the right foundation to build a GDPR-compliant video surveillance installation, according to the …

Mission Protection’s Imaginative Thermal Solution Earns SSI Installation of the Year Award

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Founded in 1930, Santa Barbara, Calif.-based Mission Linen Supply has expanded beyond the linen rental and uniform business to include the service and sale of apparel, mats and janitorial products. Today the company operates 43 facilities in California, Arizona, Texas, Oregon and New Mexico, and has a fleet of more than 800 vehicles. Many hundreds of items arrive at Mission Linen …