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 — With a patchwork surveillance system consisting of outdated analog cameras and recorders from multiple manufacturers, administrators at Washington Community High School (WCHS) found that the campus’ network of security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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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 …
ADT Helps Insulate Owens Corning Facilities From Harm
This was among the strongest showings ever for SSI’s Installer and Integrated Installation of the Year Awards. Read about the winners in the July issue of SSI and browse the Best of the Best to read about more runners-up. Insulation, roofing and fiberglass composite manufacturer Owens Corning operates manufacturing plants worldwide and employs 19,000 people in 37 countries. While the Toledo, Ohio-based …
Top 9 Surveillance Videos of the Week: Woman Caught On Own Camera Setting Neighbor’s House on Fire
In this week’s Top Surveillance Videos… Talk about karma. A woman in Oklahoma shot herself in the foot (figuratively) after committing several crimes on her own surveillance camera. Surveillance video shows the woman first firing a gun into the open door of her neighbor’s garage. Less than two hours later, she set the garage on fire. Video shows her throwing …
LOUD Security Does Bang-Up Job for Shooting Range Facility
This was among the strongest showings ever for SSI’s Installer and Integrated Installation of the Year Awards. Read about the winners in the July issue of SSI and browse the Best of the Best to read about more runners-up. Governors Gun Club in Kennesaw, Ga., is the nation’s largest and most advanced indoor shooting facility and event center. A paradise for all …
Genetec Gains AI-Based Antivirus With Cylance Integration
MONTRÉAL — Genetec announces that it is partnering with Cylance, a business unit of BlackBerry, Limited, to bring AI-based antivirus protection to its appliances customers. Through this partnership, Genetec will offer additional cybersecurity protection to its Streamvault family of infrastructure solutions by including CylancePROTECT out-of-the-box at no additional cost to its customers Genetec Streamvault all-in-one and rackmount appliances, storage, and workstations are expected to be shipped pre-installed and …
Custom Alarm Gives ‘Castle’ Renovation Royal Treatment
This was among the strongest showings ever for SSI’s Installer and Integrated Installation of the Year Awards. Read about the winners in the July issue of SSI and browse the Best of the Best to read about more runners-up. The Castle was built in Rochester, Minn., in 1915 and served as the city’s armory until 1978 when it was renovated into a …
IDIS Reveals 2MP Micro Dome Camera for Education, High-End Retail Markets
COPPELL, Texas — IDIS announces the release of its DC-C4212RX 2MP micro dome camera, the latest addition to its flagship DirectIP lineup. Available in August, the DC-C4212RX features a compact design in an understated, lower-profile installation, and the camera’s clean aesthetic is ideal for unobtrusive application where comprehensive, high-performance video capture remains paramount, according to the company. Measuring 3.39” x 2.28” and …
Lighting Provider GJD USA Announces Distribution Partnership With Accu-Tech
EL MONTE, Calif. — GJD USA, a manufacturer, designer and supplier of electronic perimeter detection and high performance LED illumination equipment, has established a distribution partnership with Accu-Tech. Georgia-based Accu-Tech has branches all over the United States, and specializes in the distribution of security solutions, as well as delivering integrated solutions for a variety of applications. GJD USA and Accu-Tech will be distributing …
NVIDIA Adds Rekor Systems to Metropolis Software Partner Program
COLUMBIA, Md. — Rekor Systems, a provider of innovative vehicle recognition systems, announces it has joined the NVIDIA Metropolis Software Partner Program and is leveraging NVIDIA Graphic Processing Units to accelerate its OpenALPR vehicle recognition software. NVIDIA Metropolis is an intelligent video analytics platform that spans multiple NVIDIA products operating on a unified architecture. The company says the platform is paving the way …
Motorola Acquires Mobile Video Solutions Provider WatchGuard
CHICAGO — Motorola Solutions (NYSE: MSI) has acquired WatchGuard, a U.S. leader in mobile video solutions. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed. WatchGuard designs and manufactures in-car video systems, body-worn cameras, evidence management systems and software. Its solutions enable law enforcement users to capture, manage, store and share high-quality video evidence, according to the company. The WatchGuard manufactures its products at …
Arecont Vision Costar Celebrates 1st Anniversary With Continued Investments, New Website
LOS ANGELES — In May of 2018, Arecont Vision filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection with a plan to reorganize its business under new ownership. The company signed a $10 million purchase agreement with a private equity firm, however, it then received a more lucrative offer from Texas-based Costar Technologies. After going to auction, Costar ended up the victor, purchasing the company …
Comprehensive Detention Center Solution Earns Stanley Security SSI Installation of the Year Award
For a correctional facility and its staff to function at peak performance and serve its population seamlessly, an advanced security system is critical to the absolute protection of all. From the inmates, facility staff and outside visitors, to external issues that may affect the public safety and security of the surrounding neighborhood and community, outdated or nonexistent security equipment and technology …