With scattered buildings and each with different access control needs, the town of Estes Park, Colo., faced a complicated security situation. Initially, the town upgraded its security by converting mechanical locks to several types of compatible electronic locks that improved control over authorized users, yet provided flexibility in meeting access control needs.
- By April Dalton-Noblitt
- Apr 01, 2013
The University of East Anglia (UEA) was an early adopter of IP video surveillance in 2005. Milestone partner, Check Your Security (CYS), brought together a number of standalone CCTV systems into one IP-based monitoring system that is proving it can grow with the university.
- By Courtney Dillon Pedersen
- Apr 01, 2013
Today’s financial institutions are working faster and smarter with video-based software applications designed for speed and return on investment.
Despite the economic uncertainty in our nation’s capital, there is still plenty of upside to government security spending in fiscal 2013 with opportunities to be awarded significant contracts.
- By John Merlino
- Apr 01, 2013
FMC Corp. is a diversified, chemical company with leading positions in agricultural, industrial and consumer markets. Since the company’s inception in 1883, FMC has been providing solutions to companies worldwide and to their customers.
- By Pramod Akkarachittor
- Apr 01, 2013
Are our faces now like bar codes, easily scanned and instantly traceable? Not quite. But face recognition has grown into a tool that every investigator can benefit from.
- By Paul Schuepp
- Apr 01, 2013
How secure is your school? Maybe you worry when your children leave in the morning that they won’t come home filled with knowledge and understanding. Perhaps their security is a question mark.
- By Ralph C. Jensen
- Apr 01, 2013
Helping the state of Tennessee with a solar-powered, IP video-based solution to catch wild hogs, ICRealtime has installed an autonomous remedy by harnessing the power of Verizon’s nationwide cellular network.
- By Adam Cohen
- Apr 01, 2013
Although video analytics have been around for years in various forms, they haven’t always been easy to use, or economical, at least not for a small business owner.
- By David Klein
- Apr 01, 2013
Portable bunkers provide first responders the ability to make a difference in the early stages of critical crisis response. If staged in schools, airports or a mall, these tools become a needed resource for first responders regardless of the level of training or the equipment they may have.
- By Bob Bradshaw
- Apr 01, 2013
Located just 18 miles southeast of Los Angeles International Airport lies a hidden gem for Southern California air travelers. Long Beach Airport (LGB), which serves more than 3.2 million passengers annually, has one of the strictest noise-abatement ordinances in the nation for its neighboring residential communities.
- By Greg Hetrick
- Apr 01, 2013
Milestone Systems’ sustained growth during its first 15 years is attributed to its introduction of the open-platform approach to the security industry.
- By Lars Thinggaard
- Apr 01, 2013
Colleges across the country have stepped up their safety and security initiatives in the wake of recent mass shootings and tragedies. Campuses large and small have re-worked their security infrastructure and upgraded old and antiquated equipment.
- By Samuel Shanes
- Apr 01, 2013
Four hospitals (St. Cloud, Long Prairie, Melrose and Sauk Centre), five long-term care facilities, nearly a dozen clinics and numerous specialty services operate under the growing CentraCare Health System umbrella in central Minnesota. In the past four years, Centra- Care’s growth has skyrocketed, and so, too, has the need to upgrade its security systems.
- By Fredrik Nilsson
- Apr 01, 2013
Perimeter security encompasses a plethora of physical security solutions including, intrusion-detection systems, crash-resistant barriers, access control, gate operators and high-security fencing.
- By Joseph Goudlock
- Apr 01, 2013
All things in life change over time. As it relates to the world of security, the acceleration of change began with the unforgettable terrorist attacks on our domestic soil in 2001, with multiple other events that followed.
- By Barry Willingham
- Apr 01, 2013
With the Virtual Security system in place, Marine Container Services has achieved its main objective: securing its cargo and reducing theft.
Take a rare and amazing look from the perspective of a firefighter in action!
- By Ginger Hill
- Mar 29, 2013
Pelco by Schneider Electric and Oncam Grandeye today announced the integration of the Pelco Digital Sentry (DS) IP video management system with Oncam Grandeye`s 360-degree surveillance technologies.
"NFC on Campus – Using Smart Phones as Campus Credentials” – Joined by Card Management from Villanova and the University of San Francisco.
Showroom demonstrates brand’s surveillance cameras, video recorders and Apps live including integration into leading home automation, computer and mobile platforms, and a dedicated training center and a larger tech support facility is integrated.
Cloud-based system provides day-to-day security while safeguarding important records.
The certification provides systems integrators and customers with faster, more simplified system deployment and the flexibility needed to support diverse security requirements, without sacrificing existing technology investments.
Exhibit at Global Security Asia 2013 highlights DVTEL’s regional focus.
Discovery of a prominent Chinese university in cahoots with the People's Liberation Army (PLA).
- By Ginger Hill
- Mar 27, 2013
MicroPower Technologies, Inc., a provider of wireless surveillance solutions, today announced that the American Airlines Center has selected the MicroPower Helios solar, wireless, surveillance solution for its parking lot and perimeter surveillance.
ASIS International, an association for security professionals, has announced that Special Adviser for Strategic Security Risk Management at Norges Bank (the Central Bank of Norway), Anders Groenli, will be a keynote speaker at ASIS Europe 2013.
Enhancements to the popular FARGO HDP5000 printer/encoder include a new graphical display, faster throughput speeds, dual card hopper and other expanded capabilities.
A more secure and intuitive solution is needed.
Committed to enhancing home security while giving homeowners control of lights, shades, and temperature, Lutron will show ISC West attendees how to exceed customer expectations.