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Turning up the heat

Turning Up the Heat

The remote solar field was pitch black, yet the thermal cameras detected movement by the fence and sent out an alarm. The officer on duty at Campus Safety took one look at the thermal images streaming onto the video monitor and realized the magnitude of the alert.

A Strong Alliance

A Strong Alliance

When Pat Comunale, the president and CEO of independent security distributor Tri-Ed, began forming a relationship with India-based distributor Aditya Infotech, Ltd., it occurred to him that the relationship should be more than just a casual one. The two companies had great conversations regarding current market trends and the future of the industry.

Investing in the Custom Channel

IC Realtime is Sailor’s vision that started in 2005, in large part because he didn’t feel the company he was then working for was doing things right. He saw a void in the security industry and felt certain he could fill it.



GovSec West Exhibitors Feature Several Products and Solutions

GovSec West Exhibitors Feature Several Products and Solutions

A comprehensive overview of this year's GovSec West 2013 Conference and Expo provided by the staff at Security Products magazine.

Michigan community protects beachgoers and harbor

A Swell of Security

Code Blue Corp. was tabbed by the city of South Haven to install a pair of blue light pedestals, equipped with emergency speakerphones operated by a high-tech software system.

Marketing Resolutions for the New Year

Marketing Resolutions for the New Year

A popular New Year’s resolution for people is simply putting themselves out there by making new friends, socializing, networking and broadening horizons.

Stay Away

The good people of Newtown, Conn. have pleaded with the media to stay away during the first year anniversary of the now infamous shooting at the elementary school. Has anything changed so significantly that the national media feels it must descend upon the village and try to cover new ground?

Management systems solve compliance issues of multi-state gaming rules and regulations

Key Control

In the American casino industry, the name Boyd Gaming stands out as a model of business efficiency and success.

An Essential Tool - Customer-centric security operations now require mobility

An Essential Tool

Mobile devices and mobile apps have become a fixture in the lives of people around the globe.

Video Insight to Donate Video Surveillance Systems to Schools and Colleges Via Security Grant

Video Insight to Donate Video Surveillance Systems to Schools and Colleges Via Security Grant

Security professionals step up to help make and keep schools and colleges safer.

40 Million Credit Card Accounts Breached at Target

40 Million Credit Card Accounts Breached at Target

What to do if you own one of the credit cards that have been accessed without your consent.

Dortronics Introduces Dual Door Control Bathroom System

Dortronics Introduces Dual Door Control Bathroom System

One-touch control offers privacy and convenience in shared restrooms.

TSA Agent Catches Falling Baby

VIDEO: TSA Agent/Airport Security Guard Catches Falling Baby

Contrary to popular belief, they do more than simply make you throw away your water bottles.

Web users need to take the initiative and read the privacy policies of the privacy platforms they

As Online Privacy Becomes Commercialized, Consumers Need to Get Educated

Commercial Virtual Private Networks (VPNs) are playing an increasing role in the current battle between privacy-conscious web users and government agencies seeking to increase their surveillance reach. But as online privacy becomes yet another product, ready to be branded and packaged, the problem of dishonest vendors, and a lack of education amongst customers, threatens to undermine any real benefit the market can bring.

Lansing Lights up the Night More Safely with Samsung Video Surveillance

Lansing Lights up the Night More Safely with Samsung Video Surveillance

Samsung IP cameras ensure a safer and more secure Silver Bells Parade for the people of Michigan.

Latest March Networks Video Management Solutions Receive Lenel Factory Certification

Latest March Networks Video Management Solutions Receive Lenel Factory Certification

This certification provides organizations with a cohesive IP video surveillance and access control solution that enables faster incident response times, better risk mitigation and more efficient system management.

Video Insight Certifies VMS with AMAG Technology Under Symmetry Extended Business Solutions Program

Video Insight Certifies VMS with AMAG Technology Under Symmetry Extended Business Solutions Program

“We’re excited to offer Video Insight customers the ability to integrate live and recorded video with Symmetry access control."

Lenel OnGuard Open Solution Offers Several Migration Path Options for Casi Customers

Lenel OnGuard Open Solution Offers Several Migration Path Options for Casi Customers

“Lenel believes in offering open systems to customers through hardware that is supported by more than 20 access control software companies and through software that interfaces with more than 100 third-party partners and more than 200 products,” said Ross McKay, director, access and video solutions, UTC Building & Industrial Systems.

Featured

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    Trackforce, a provider of security workforce management platforms, today announced the launch of its 2025 Physical Security Operations Benchmark Report, an industry-first study that benchmarks both private security service providers and corporate security teams side by side. Based on a survey of over 300 security professionals across the globe, the report provides a comprehensive look at the state of physical security operations. Read Now

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    Modern enterprises are grappling with an increasing number of identities, both human and machine, across an ever-growing number of systems. They must also deal with increased operational demands, including faster onboarding, more scalable models, and tighter security enforcement. Navigating these ever-growing challenges with speed and accuracy requires a new approach to identity governance that is built for the future enterprise. Read Now

  • Eagle Eye Networks Launches AI Camera Gun Detection

    Eagle Eye Networks, a provider of cloud video surveillance, recently introduced Eagle Eye Gun Detection, a new layer of protection for schools and businesses that works with existing security cameras and infrastructure. Eagle Eye Networks is the first to build gun detection into its platform. Read Now

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New Products

  • 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.

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    FEP GameChanger

    Paige Datacom Solutions Introduces Important and Innovative Cabling Products GameChanger Cable, a proven and patented solution that significantly exceeds the reach of traditional category cable will now have a FEP/FEP construction.

  • HD2055 Modular Barricade

    Delta Scientific’s electric HD2055 modular shallow foundation barricade is tested to ASTM M50/P1 with negative penetration from the vehicle upon impact. With a shallow foundation of only 24 inches, the HD2055 can be installed without worrying about buried power lines and other below grade obstructions. The modular make-up of the barrier also allows you to cover wider roadways by adding additional modules to the system. The HD2055 boasts an Emergency Fast Operation of 1.5 seconds giving the guard ample time to deploy under a high threat situation.