CCTV


A Shot in the Arm

The Last Word

Cover Your Assets

THE cost of lost assets to companies has been demonstrated in many studies to be significant. The application of DVR technology has been proven to reduce this type of loss in a cost-effective manner.

All Eyes on You

The mission of the Forks Township Police Department is quite clear to all residents who live within the Pennsylvania township. With cameras and DVRs installed, it is evident that public safety and efficient law enforcement is considered paramount. An enhanced quality of life is what has driven installer ICU Security to do what it has done for the community.

When All Chips are Down

FOR years, the gaming industry has enjoyed a reputation of employing state-of-the-art surveillance technology and protocol.

You've Got the Power

WHEN managing security risks for a critical infrastructure organization, there is no room for error. The Patriot Act defines critical infrastructure as "the systems and assets, whether physical or virtual, so vital to the United States that the incapacity or destruction of such systems and assets would have a debilitating impact on security, national economic security, national public health or safety, or any combination of those matters."

In Sharp Focus

NOT too often does the security industry see new imaging technology -- at least not one that provides system designers, installers and users with a unique feature set that delivers improved efficiency.

Enhancing a Legacy

THERE are consistently fantastic capabilities of IP surveillance systems being installed in new facilities. Security managers at older facilities may listen with envy about the labor-saving features of new systems and the enhanced reliability they offer.



The Sky's the Limit

IN 1999, NASA sent a complex digital camera into space as part of the Chandra X-Ray Observatory, a telescope that relays images of the universe back to Earth.

The Right Stuff

WHEN you consider the investment companies have made in analog devices, moving to IP can be a difficult task.

Supermarket Hype

WHEN Carrefour, one of the largest food retailers in the world, expanded its presence of hypermarkets across three continents, the company hired security system integrator UTI to establish loss prevention systems within the unique shopping environment.

The Last Word

JUST the thought of making the move from analog video security to an IP-based system can give even the best security manager worries. IP-based systems are becoming more mainstream, advancing security in many applications.

Seeing in the Dark

THE desire to see in complete darkness or through smoke or fog has driven the development and adoption of thermal imaging technology.

What's Out There?

CAN you think of a building, structure or facility that would not benefit from heightened security?

Cleared for Takeoff

NOW approaching the fifth anniversary of the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attacks, the need for constant vigilance at the nation's airports is as important today as in those first harrowing days of the aftermath.

The Big Bang

AS the technology drums continue to beat in support of Internet Protocol video security solutions, many may wonder about its impact on the business community -- most notably, on those organizations that have invested heavily in their legacy analog components.

DVRs on the Run

ADVANCED software solutions and wireless technology are dramatically lowering the cost of operating mobile DVRs in the mass transit market.

A Forward Pass

For both security and emergency purposes, there is a very basic need to identify people that are inside a building. For years, log books have been a standard for recording visitors, but because of issues with legibility and credibility, they are not always reliable.

All for One and One for All

DURING the past six years, the security industry has benefited substantially from breakthrough technology developments. While video surveillance is only one component of a comprehensive approach to a complete security plan, it seems to be the hottest product in the mind of many endusers. We are a society who wants to see, and likes to watch.

The Last Word

OVER the past years, many new security technologies have been introduced to improve public safety and security, including higher-resolution cameras, sophisticated DVRs, intelligent video software, biometrics and a whole host of other solutions.

Featured

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    The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) announced today that it will refer all passengers who do not present an acceptable form of ID and still want to fly an option to pay a $45 fee to use a modernized alternative identity verification system, TSA Confirm.ID, to establish identity at security checkpoints beginning on February 1, 2026. Read Now

  • The Evolution of IP Camera Intelligence

    As the 30th anniversary of the IP camera approaches in 2026, it is worth reflecting on how far we have come. The first network camera, launched in 1996, delivered one frame every 17 seconds—not impressive by today’s standards, but groundbreaking at the time. It did something that no analog system could: transmit video over a standard IP network. Read Now

  • From Surveillance to Intelligence

    Years ago, it would have been significantly more expensive to run an analytic like that — requiring a custom-built solution with burdensome infrastructure demands — but modern edge devices have made it accessible to everyone. It also saves time, which is a critical factor if a missing child is involved. Video compression technology has played a critical role as well. Over the years, significant advancements have been made in video coding standards — including H.263, MPEG formats, and H.264—alongside compression optimization technologies developed by IP video manufacturers to improve efficiency without sacrificing quality. The open-source AV1 codec developed by the Alliance for Open Media—a consortium including Google, Netflix, Microsoft, Amazon and others — is already the preferred decoder for cloud-based applications, and is quickly becoming the standard for video compression of all types. Read Now

  • Cost: Reactive vs. Proactive Security

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  • Achieving Clear Audio

    In today’s ever-changing world of security and risk management, effective communication via an intercom and door entry communication system is a critical communication tool to keep a facility’s staff, visitors and vendors safe. Read Now

New Products

  • Automatic Systems V07

    Automatic Systems V07

    Automatic Systems, an industry-leading manufacturer of pedestrian and vehicle secure entrance control access systems, is pleased to announce the release of its groundbreaking V07 software. The V07 software update is designed specifically to address cybersecurity concerns and will ensure the integrity and confidentiality of Automatic Systems applications. With the new V07 software, updates will be delivered by means of an encrypted file.

  • A8V MIND

    A8V MIND

    Hexagon’s Geosystems presents a portable version of its Accur8vision detection system. A rugged all-in-one solution, the A8V MIND (Mobile Intrusion Detection) is designed to provide flexible protection of critical outdoor infrastructure and objects. Hexagon’s Accur8vision is a volumetric detection system that employs LiDAR technology to safeguard entire areas. Whenever it detects movement in a specified zone, it automatically differentiates a threat from a nonthreat, and immediately notifies security staff if necessary. Person detection is carried out within a radius of 80 meters from this device. Connected remotely via a portable computer device, it enables remote surveillance and does not depend on security staff patrolling the area.

  • Unified VMS

    AxxonSoft introduces version 2.0 of the Axxon One VMS. The new release features integrations with various physical security systems, making Axxon One a unified VMS. Other enhancements include new AI video analytics and intelligent search functions, hardened cybersecurity, usability and performance improvements, and expanded cloud capabilities