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BeON Home Showcases Preventative Security Solution for Dealers at ESX 2015

Intelligent LED bulbs learn and replicate lighting behaviors to create illusion of home occupancy.

Z-Wave Sees Further Acceleration

Alliance membership passes 325 companies with over 1350 certified products and 40 million units in the market.

L-3 WESCAM MX-Series Electro-optical and Infrared Systems Selected by Airbus Helicopters

Targeting systems of choice for Generic Weapon Systems (GWS) program.



Aurora Launches FaceSentinel, Facial Recognition for Access Control

Access control partners sought for facial recognition system, powered by Deep Learning, at cutting edge of biometric technology.

New Report Puts Samsung Galaxy Users at Risk

New Report Puts Samsung Galaxy Users at Risk

Private information stored on the phone could easily be accessed.

Digital Watchdog Expands its VMAX IP Line of Recorders

New 8- and 16-channel models include PoE switches for complete local camera management.

UCF Campus Ups Security after String of Break-ins

UCF Campus Ups Security after String of Break-ins

An apartment complex across the street from UCF’s campus has been under fire for failing to keep its residents safe.

High-definition, Wi-Fi-enabled SwannCloud HD Cameras Enable Remote Viewing

Images and video can be saved to smartphone or tablet via app.

ICE Cable Systems Delivers Thinner 4K Ultra HD Compatible HDMIs

The tight-bend radius of these slim cables make for a significantly easier fit behind hard-to-reach TVs and AV racks.

Axis Plans to Build New Global Headquarters

In early 2016, construction will begin with expected completion in early 2018 and will accommodate 1,100 employees.

HID Global Achieves ISO 14001:2004 Environmental Management Certification

Focus areas of the ISO 14001:2004 environmental management system include legislative compliance, pollution prevention, and minimizing energy and resource usage.

Houston Astros

Houston Astros' Ground Control System Hacked, Possibly by Rival Team

Network contained internal discussions about trades, proprietary statistics and scouting reports.

Potential Threat Leads to Navy Increasing Security in Philadelphia

Potential Threat Leads to Navy Increasing Security in Philadelphia

The threat targets the Navy Yard

AES Corporation Receives Workforce Training Fund Program State Grant

To better serve their customers, company building upon business initiatives including employee training and LEAN practices across all departments.

New FLEXIDOME IP 4000 and FLEXIDOME IP 5000 Cameras from Bosch

Making professional video surveillance easy for everyone.

Key Control Innovations from Morse Watchmans Advance Security Levels and Risk Mitigation

IFSEC exhibit highlights industry-leading product portfolio.

New FLIR TCX Thermal Bullet Security Camera Delivers Superior Intrusion Detection 24/7

High-performance, high-resolution thermal security camera dramatically reduces false alarms.

Milestone Systems Announces Service Offerings for Continuous Return on Investment

Milestone Care is a new support service designed to safeguard smooth operational performance, maintenance, updates and upgrades of a customer’s video solution.

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    Mobile Safe Shield

    SafeWood Designs, Inc., a manufacturer of patented bullet resistant products, is excited to announce the launch of the Mobile Safe Shield. The Mobile Safe Shield is a moveable bullet resistant shield that provides protection in the event of an assailant and supplies cover in the event of an active shooter. With a heavy-duty steel frame, quality castor wheels, and bullet resistant core, the Mobile Safe Shield is a perfect addition to any guard station, security desks, courthouses, police stations, schools, office spaces and more. The Mobile Safe Shield is incredibly customizable. Bullet resistant materials are available in UL 752 Levels 1 through 8 and include glass, white board, tack board, veneer, and plastic laminate. Flexibility in bullet resistant materials allows for the Mobile Safe Shield to blend more with current interior décor for a seamless design aesthetic. Optional custom paint colors are also available for the steel frame.

  • 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.

  • QCS7230 System-on-Chip (SoC)

    QCS7230 System-on-Chip (SoC)

    The latest Qualcomm® Vision Intelligence Platform offers next-generation smart camera IoT solutions to improve safety and security across enterprises, cities and spaces. The Vision Intelligence Platform was expanded in March 2022 with the introduction of the QCS7230 System-on-Chip (SoC), which delivers superior artificial intelligence (AI) inferencing at the edge.