The gaming industry is experiencing an accelerating trend toward network-based digital video surveillance solutions. Advances in video hardware and software technology; intelligent and flexible integrated system solutions designed and built by experienced systems integrators; robust networks; and the long-term downward cost of surveillance equipment seem to be driving the trend. Lower prices have finally made the adoption of new technology supportable by a solid business case.
- By Jason Oakley
- Nov 01, 2010
Lakeridge Health Corp., a Canadian-based healthcare group, is using IndigoVision’s IP video solution to migrate its standalone DVR analog video equipment to an integrated multi-site surveillance system.
March Networks recently announced that Banorte -- one of Mexico’s five largest national banks -- has selected the company’s video management software and hybrid NVRs to upgrade its existing surveillance systems across more than 1,100 branches.
In addition to serving as host city for ASIS 2010, Dallas also provides a great testament to how security technologies can help law enforcement improve public safety and enhance emergency preparedness. A wireless surveillance system in Dallas watches over various parts of the ASIS host city, supplying the Dallas Police Department real-time video from many areas throughout throughout the city.
Pivot3 Inc. announced recently its technology has been deployed as the combined server/storage platform for the Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office (Florida) video surveillance implementation, which aims to reduce violent behavior, catch repeat offenders and increase security in designated hotspots.
The technology can support up to 64 IP cameras or 32 megapixel cameras of searchable video on a single appliance.
IndigoVision has supplied a fully distributed IP video system to the Fire & Rescue Service on the French island of Guadeloupe in the Caribbean. Designed and installed by IndigoVision’s Authorized Partner ACSYSS, the system is protecting staff, administrative offices and high-value equipment at their new HQ and main fire station in the center of the island.
Newton began the company in 1982 and rapidly grew it into a multi-million dollar business with offices worldwide.
Aimetis Corp., a provider intelligent IP video management software, recently announced that Munich Airport has expanded the use of Aimetis Symphony video surveillance to Terminal 2, bringing the total cameras under Aimetis management to 1,900.
A number of shopping centers, owned and managed by Ivanhoe Cambridge, are deploying new video surveillance systems using IndigoVision’s complete end-to-end IP video security solution.
In an age of heightened security concerns, potentially vulnerable manufacturing and processing plants are re-evaluating their security systems and looking for new ways to protect assets. This is particularly true of expansive facilities handling vast amounts of volatile materials, as monitoring large, dimly lit areas has long been a security challenge.
- By Leslie Corriea
- Oct 01, 2010
Video surveillance is a critical part of a business’ security infrastructure. More surveillance cameras are used today than ever before, and installations continue to expand. Because of the influx in surveillance data, video storage needs are increasing. This creates demand for flexible, scalable and highly reliable storage platforms. Ironically, as valuable as these systems are, often little is done to maintain them over the long term. Thankfully, users can follow procedures to protect infrastructure investments and maximize ROI. We wanted to know how, so we talked with George Scholhamer, the vice president of sales engineering at Pivot3.
Most people in the industry are familiar with how the NVR has changed the face of security video projects worldwide. As security hardware professionals, you may have been asked, “Aren’t NVRs just servers?” or “Can we use one of our extra e-mail machines as an NVR?” You might answer with a reserved, “Yes, but....”
- By William Ferris
- Oct 01, 2010
Video security in a digital world presents unique challenges as the industry transitions from historical analog to digital solutions. The shift to digital can impact business decisions, depending on your platform requirements. Higher levels of service, typically 24/7 full-motion security, demand higher levels of data availability, protection and performance. The other end of the curve is cost driven, where lower levels of service and features can be acceptable.
- By David Graas
- Oct 01, 2010
IQinVision recently announced that Hillfresh, a major Dutch fruit and vegetable distributor, has deployed IQinVision HD megapixel camera technology to improve security and operations at its Barendrecht facility in the Netherlands. GP Installaties is the project integrator and Xserius is the value-added distributer for this installation.
Aimetis Corp., provider of intelligent IP video management software recently announced that the Serbian City of Novi Sad has implemented Aimetis Symphony video management and video analytics software as well as Axis HDTV network cameras to successfully decrease criminal activity and enhance traffic logistics.
Wren, a provider of physical security solutions that create safe learning environments, announced recently that Water Valley School District has selected the company's Encapsulon Video solution for improved school security, easy access to IP video and scalability to allow the school to grow its video network across the entire school district over time.
Milestone Systems is listed again as the number one provider of open platform IP video management software by IMS Research in its latest report: The World Market for CCTV and Video Surveillance Equipment -- 2010 Edition.
DVTel Inc. recently announced that the City of Wilkes-Barre, Pa. is protecting the city’s square, downtown and other high risk areas in the city with DVTel’s intelligent Security Operations Center (iSOC) platform and its Altitude family of PTZ and fixed IP cameras.
Kevin Bradley will head up sales, marketing and support throughout the U.S. and Canada.