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Introducing the Fully Functional 3D Printed Gun

Introducing the Fully Functional 3D Printed Gun

“Now anyone, a terrorist, someone who is mentally ill, a spousal abuser or a felon, can essentially open a gun factory in their garage."

Aiphone Introduces the IS-IPDVF-HID Video Door Station

Aiphone Introduces the IS-IPDVF-HID Video Door Station

New door station answers customer's requests of a station with a built-in card reader.

Basler Appoints Darren Burleson as New Director of Sales in the USA

Basler Appoints Darren Burleson as New Director of Sales in the USA

The entire Basler, Inc. sales and support team will report to Darren in his new role.



Russian and Eastern European Video Surveillance Market to Double from 2012 to 2017

Russian and Eastern European Video Surveillance Market to Double from 2012 to 2017

The market is forecast to reach $1.26 billion in 2017, up from $581.4 million in 2012, equivalent to a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 16.8 percent during the five-year forecast period.

Influx of Teams Finalizing ESX Registrations by May 17 Pricing Deadline

Influx of Teams Finalizing ESX Registrations by May 17 Pricing Deadline

Security companies of all sizes investing in education and networking to develop staff and compete in evolving industry.

OpenEye Provides Solution to Integration Problem

OpenEye Provides Solution to Integration Problem

OpenEye recorders integrate with CKE satellite system for faster, better video.

Axis Introduces Attractively Priced Outdoor Ready Vandal Resistant Fixed Mini Domes

Axis Introduces Attractively Priced Outdoor Ready Vandal Resistant Fixed Mini Domes

AXIS M3024-LVE with built-in IR illumination, 720p/1MP video and AXIS M3025-VE with 1080p/2MP video are ideal for small- and mid-sized surveillance installations.

VMP Launches 360 Degree Large Flat Panel Tilt Ceiling Mount Adapter at 2013 InfoComm

VMP Launches 360 Degree Large Flat Panel Tilt Ceiling Mount Adapter at 2013 InfoComm

The PDS-LCHB is scheduled to ship in June 2013 and has an MSRP of $179.95.

LP Industry Unites to Support National Center for Missing and Exploited Children

LP Industry Unites to Support National Center for Missing and Exploited Children

The USS Foundation is a charitable, non-profit organization dedicated to helping poor and less fortunate children have the tools, skills and knowledge to build a better life with a hope for a brighter tomorrow.

Advanced Technology Video Announces New Hybrid Video Recorder

Advanced Technology Video Announces New Hybrid Video Recorder

The newest addition to ATV's IP solutions product line, the 16 + 16 Hybrid Video Recorder.

Lenel and Traka Announce New Agreement

Lenel and Traka Announce New Agreement

Lenel to offer Traka USA key management solutions to North and Latin American customers.

Matrix Systems Appoints Holly Tsourides as CFO

Matrix Systems Appoints Holly Tsourides as CEO

Veteran industry executive to lead access control and security solutions provider into next phase of growth.

Some NRA Members Recieved a Bang of a Welcome to the Houston Airport

Some NRA Members Received a Bang of a Welcome to the Houston Airport

A deadly combination: one man, one gun and the George Bush Intercontinental Airport in Houston, Texas, full of people.

west feritlizer ammonium nitrate

West Fertilizer Plant was an Easy Mark

Ammonium Nitrate Explosions...burglary...vandalism? How is this even possible in a town of less than 3,000 people?

Industry Vet Victor Milani to Head Business Development at CBC Corp

Industry Vet Victor Milani to Head Business Development at CBC Corp

Milani will be responsible for managing the identification, viability, implementation and deployment of new technologies and products into current and new markets.

TRI ED Expands North American Footprint with Five New Locations and Data Solutions Centers

TRI ED Expands North American Footprint with Five New Locations and Data Solutions Centers

TRI-ED, through its select Data Solutions Centers, will offer dealers and integrators comprehensive product lines from over 500 of the industry’s leading manufacturers of CCTV, IP video, intrusion, fire, sound and communications.

Safeplace Introduces Solid Electronic Safe with Latest Security Features

Safeplace Introduces Solid Electronic Safe with Latest Security Features

New electronic hotel safe blends sleek design with advanced security to provide everything hoteliers and guests need for security and convenience.

Micro Key Solutions Expands Staff across Multiple Departments

Micro Key Solutions Expands Staff across Multiple Departments

Over the past few months, Micro Key has made some vital additions to their team.

Oncam Grandeye Evolution Cameras Now Onvif Profile S Compliant

Oncam Grandeye Evolution Cameras Now Onvif Profile S Compliant

Profile S address common functionalities between devices in an IP video system.

Altronix Website Offers Innovative Product Comparison Tool

Altronix Website Offers Innovative Product Comparison Tool

New feature makes finding and comparing products fast and easy.

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  • TSA Intercepts 6,678 Firearms at Airport Security Checkpoints in 2024

    During 2024, the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) intercepted a total of 6,678 firearms at airport security checkpoints, preventing them from getting into the secure areas of the airport and onboard aircraft. Approximately 94% of these firearms were loaded. This total is a minor decrease from the 6,737 firearms stopped in 2023. Throughout 2024, TSA managed its “Prepare, Pack, Declare” public awareness campaign to explain the steps for safely traveling with a firearm. Read Now

  • 2024 Gun Violence Report: Fewer Overall Incidents, but School Deaths and Injuries Are on the Rise

    Omnilert, provider of gun detection technology, today released its compilation of Gun Violence Statistics for 2024 summarizing gun violence tragedies and their adverse effects on Americans and the economy. While research showed a decrease in overall deaths and injuries, the rising number of school shootings and fatalities and high number of mass shootings underscored the need to keep more people safe in schools as well as places of worship, healthcare, government, retail and commerce, finance and banking, hospitality and other public places. Read Now

  • Survey: Only 7 Percent of Business Leaders Using AI in Physical Security

    A new survey from Pro-Vigil looks at video surveillance trends, how AI is impacting physical security, and more. Read Now

  • MetLife Stadium Uses Custom Surveillance Solution from Axis Communications

    Axis Communications, provider of video surveillance and network devices, today announced the implementation of a custom surveillance solution developed in collaboration with the MetLife Stadium security team. This new, tailored solution will help the venue augment its security capabilities, providing high-quality video at unprecedented distances and allowing the security team to identify details from anywhere in the venue. Read Now

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New Products

  • AC Nio

    AC Nio

    Aiphone, a leading international manufacturer of intercom, access control, and emergency communication products, has introduced the AC Nio, its access control management software, an important addition to its new line of access control solutions. 3

  • Camden CV-7600 High Security Card Readers

    Camden CV-7600 High Security Card Readers

    Camden Door Controls has relaunched its CV-7600 card readers in response to growing market demand for a more secure alternative to standard proximity credentials that can be easily cloned. CV-7600 readers support MIFARE DESFire EV1 & EV2 encryption technology credentials, making them virtually clone-proof and highly secure. 3

  • Luma x20

    Luma x20

    Snap One has announced its popular Luma x20 family of surveillance products now offers even greater security and privacy for home and business owners across the globe by giving them full control over integrators’ system access to view live and recorded video. According to Snap One Product Manager Derek Webb, the new “customer handoff” feature provides enhanced user control after initial installation, allowing the owners to have total privacy while also making it easy to reinstate integrator access when maintenance or assistance is required. This new feature is now available to all Luma x20 users globally. “The Luma x20 family of surveillance solutions provides excellent image and audio capture, and with the new customer handoff feature, it now offers absolute privacy for camera feeds and recordings,” Webb said. “With notifications and integrator access controlled through the powerful OvrC remote system management platform, it’s easy for integrators to give their clients full control of their footage and then to get temporary access from the client for any troubleshooting needs.” 3