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California University Installs Pelco Thermal Imaging Cameras

Schneider Electric recently announced the successful installation of its Pelco by Schneider Electric Sarix TI thermal imaging camera systems at California State University, Fresno’s Bulldog Stadium.

Stanley Security Launches ‘Eye-Catching’ Biometric System

ASIS 2012 in Philadelphia last week was a showcase for the latest and greatest in security technology and equipment. In retrospect, one of the coolest and cutting-edgiest product launches we were privy to -- and there were many, as there are every year -- was the new EyeSwipe Nano TS from Stanley Security Solutions.

Arecont Vision Demonstrates 40-Megapixel Day/Night Panoramic Cameras

Arecont Vision demonstrated the world’s first 40 megapixel day/night panoramic cameras at the ASIS 2012 tradeshow.



Real Estate Management Company Deploys SafeRise from FST21

Harbor Management, a fully integrated real estate management company that manages apartment-home communities and several commercial and retail office buildings in Massachusetts, New Hampshire, and Maine, consistently relies on FST21 to secure its facilities.

Where's the Beef?

I like Philadelphia. It seems like a nice place to host a tradeshow. The convention center, its location and the city in general were a great host for ASIS 2012.

Protecting the Source: New B.I.G. Stalwart Security Shelters Help Guard Critical NYC Water Supply

The New York City Department of Environmental Protection recently commissioned B.I.G. Enterprises, Inc.(www.bigbooth.com) to design and fabricate a number of bullet resistant stainless steel guard booths to secure a number of strategic areas along the vital Delaware Aqueduct, an 85-mile system that supplies safe drinking water to more than eight million people in New York City, and to approximately one million customers in surrounding counties.

ASIS Session Examines Strategies to Integrate Physical and Cyber Security

Despite the difference, there are some good strategies to help integrate the worlds of physical and cyber security. That’s according to Doug Powell, from Canada’s BC Hydro, who discussed the topic during an education session on Tuesday at ASIS in Philadelphia.

Safety Tips for Walking to School

As we find ourselves in the midst of a new school year, it is important that children across the country get to school safely. Considering many children walk to school, here are a few things for your children to keep in mind to ensure they get to school safe and sound.

NICE-ly Done: Company Spreads Awareness of PSIM Benefits

PSIM (Physical Security Information Management) is one of the buzzwords floating in the very air of ASIS 2012 -- and, indeed, in the entire security industry these days -- but it seems when most people, even seasoned security professionals, utter the acronym they are confusing it for the mere integration of physical security systems in an enterprise.

Altronix Demonstrates Security ‘Nuts and Bolts’

The ASIS expo is, annually, a world-class cornucopia of all manner imaginable of security-related products and services. On display at the hundreds of booths are all varieties of high-tech surveillance cameras, high-tech software, high-tech card printers and high-tech you name it.

Former Defense Secretary: Intelligence Is an Essential Weapon

One day after the anniversary of 9/11 and within the same hour of President Obama issuing a statement condemning the attack on the U.S. consulate in Libya that on Tuesday killed four Americans, including U.S. Ambassador to Libya Christopher Stevens, former U.S. Defense Secretary Robert Gates took the stage at ASIS 2012 taking place here at the Pennsylvania Convention Center, delivering Wednesday’s keynote address and beginning the day’s educational program. He was only a couple of minutes late.

Honeywell Unveils Enhanced Security Management Platform

One of the exciting aspects of large industry gatherings like this week’s ASIS 2012 is that it is the occasion smart companies use to announce big news and launch new products and services. Industry giant Honeywell did just that, timing the release of its flagship Pro-Watch 4.0 security management platform with the event.

Panasonic Introduces 360-Degree Panoramic Megapixel Dome Cameras

Panasonic is showcasing its new 360-degree panoramic 3.0 megapixel dome cameras that set a new benchmark for wide area surveillance here at ASIS 2012

Now That's a Tradeshow

Maybe starting a tradeshow on a Monday isn't the best idea, but Day Two of ASIS looked like a whooping success. Exhibitors bring their "A Game" for the second day and there seemed liked plenty of attendees to go around.

EyeSwipe Nano TS Provides Biometric Solution for Secure Access Control

EyeLock Inc. recently announced the launch of its latest product, the EyeSwipe-Nano TS.

Dortronics Demonstrates Multiple Door Control Solutions

The featured display includes a complete selection of door control products ranging from simple two-door units to custom-programmable, 128-door, multifunction units. Also highlighted are related products such as locks, switches, traffic lights and annunciator/control panels.

American Fibertek Debuts New Software for Video Management

American Fibertek Inc. (AFI) has debuted two new software releases that improve video management and control activities in time for ASIS 2012.

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