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asis 2014: robots and big data
The annual conference and exhibition embraces the future with innovative solutions
Security, had a goal in mind at ASIS International: identify new technology that would be useful to both customers and staff. In particular, he sought patrol verification solutions. “It’s a key thing for us to improve our unity of software or applications. I think the opportunity is to integrate one good platform to replace several that we have in the field right now,” says Cooper.
By Neil Sutton
With a trade show as large as ASIS International — which drew approximately 19,000 people this year — its success depends upon whom you ask and what they were hoping to accomplish.
Attendees are there to attend education sessions, network with friends and colleagues they may only see once or twice a year, scope out new technology on the exhibit floor and visit with clients. For many this year, integration and connectivity were watchwords.
The security industry is trending towards openness and interoperability, notes G4S Canada’s senior vice-president of sales and marketing Tim Saunders. G4S, while still primarily known for its
guarding operations, is participating in that trend, says Saunders, as evidenced by its presence at the ASIS International 60th Annual Seminar and Exhibits, held this year Sept. 29 – Oct. 2, in Atlanta, Ga.
“Traditionally we would have primarily had the guarding business represented at the booth. This year, we had technology, we had our risk compliance business. I thought that married well with the theme of the show,” he says.
“That whole ecosystem of integration I found to be very much alive and well at the show this year. People were genuinely interested in our technology and our risk compliance business and our guarding business,” adds Saunders.
Fraser Cooper, chief technology officer at Vancouver-based Paladin
Cooper devoted the majority of his time in Atlanta to this endeavour, but he was also able to spend time connecting with clients and surveying other solutions that may prove useful in the future. He says he always likes to take some time to visit the smaller booths tucked away in the corners of the exhibit floor.
Those companies may be dark horses today but any one of them could be a household name in security tomorrow. “There’s more companies getting into the business, I think — more start-ups, more international players coming in,” observes Cooper.
He adds that he noticed a trend towards “Big Data” solutions at ASIS this year. Companies — both the well established and newcomers — are trying to figure out how to aggregate, analyze and present information in meaningful ways.
“Companies were offering services where they collect data from everything from news feeds, from police dispatches, from Twitter and everything else and
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Analytics and data management tools took centre stage this year at the annual ASIS conference
bringing it all into individual feeds that they can provide to a customer. I thought things like that would be pretty interesting for us,” says Cooper.
While the industry is looking for ways to capitalize on the Big Data movement, there were still plenty of “traditional” security technologies available. One that caught the attention of some attendees is a perimeter solution currently in field trials from Carp, Ont.-based Senstar. The company is testing what is aptly called the RoboGuard — a robot device mounted to a monorail system that can be deployed along a perimeter. The robot can detect and intercept a would-be trespasser, travel at speeds up to 30 km per hour and even issue voice commands.
“It really did create a buzz,” says
WKen Ribler, executive director for Northeast Regional accounts at Senstar. Something of a showcase piece (the product was one of ASIS’s Accolades winners for 2014, see p. 11 for more details), the RoboGuard also helped draw people to the booth, giving the company a means to discuss its other solutions.
“There seemed to be a much greater interest with all of our perimeter solutions,” says Ribler. “I think RoboGuard helps people to understand perimeter [security] in a way that’s very overt.”
Ribler has worked for Senstar for just over three years, but has had a relationship with ASIS International for much longer. He served in the U.S. Air Force until 2008 and currently sits on the military liaison
council for ASIS, which looks after the interests of active duty members of the military as well as veterans.
“I derive a different type of reward working with council activities as a volunteer,” says Ribler. “We have representation from both the public sector and the private sector. It makes us unique in that way. I think it’s a nice pairing together.”
Ribler also serves on a selection committee that screens educational sessions offered at the ASIS conference. He says he’s seen ASIS develop over the years, both in terms of the education it can offer and as a showcase for constantly evolving security technology. “We work very hard and do a very good job to make sure we have the best.”
with mahesh saptharishi, cto, avigilon &Q a
hile at ASIS 2014, Canadian Security had the chance to speak with Avigilon’s new chief technology officer, Mahesh Saptharishi, who joined the company when Avigilon acquired VideoIQ earlier this year. Saptharishi discussed the role of analytics in security and Avigilon’s contributions to its development.
canadian security: how are analytics being used in a security context?
mahesh saptharishi: Big box retailers will want to detect shoplifting, but that’s just part of the story. The bigger part of the story is the majority of people are coming there with benign intent. They want to purchase something. You want to understand their activity; you want to understand how many people came into the store. There are all these different pieces of information that we can provide, not necessarily as a real-time alarm but as reports that people can look at. What we’re providing is this capacity to be able to better use information in different ways. Security is the start — that’s the reason why people buy our system, but we also want to make sure their investment is future-proof.
cs: there’s a clear case for retail, but where else would it be applicable?
ms: Retail is focused on understanding customer behaviour, but there are other markets where the operational intelligence aspect is just as important. They want to understand how often certain parts of their facility are trafficked because that would imply that there are certain decisions that you can make in terms of heating and cooling decisions, building management decisions, lighting
control. If you’re offering certain services, like in a city, you want to be able to decide when you want to do garbage collection in particular part of the city. All that information can be gathered. It’s similar to business intelligence, it’s just that the data are interpreted differently and used for different purposes.
cs: are people adopting analytics for these purposes?
ms: The focus for us has been squarely on security. There are plenty of folks who have taken that security application and are using it on their own for other things like business intelligence. We want to make that more of a concerted effort for us looking into the future.
cs: how much of your future development is security versus other applications?
ms: We don’t want to vertically specialize. If you look at the market today, 20 per cent is enterprise, 20 per cent is really the low end part of the business and 60 per cent is really the mainstream. Those are the guys who see the premium value of our products and see the cost benefits of our products, and we want to be able to hit that broad base as effectively as possible. Ultimately, I think what we’re going to go after is providing that base that allows people to realize those gains in different forms.
AS i S new S bites
samsung launches open platform initiative
Samsung techwin America introduced their Open Platform feature at this year’s ASiS, making it possible for third-party companies using standardized APis to develop applications and install them on Samsung’s wisenet iii cameras.
“Samsung’s open platform camera technology provides a launchpad for the development of innovative video surveillance and security systems that can be applied to a wide variety of market segments,” says tom Cook, vice-president, sales, Samsung techwin America. the cameras’ open platform framework allows end users to install any one of a number of applications that provide advanced functions including: Cloud connectivity, video direct to storage, people counting, intrusion detection, queue management, licence plate recognition, face capture and recognition, transit and cargo recognition.
verint solution integrates with d3 case management Verint Systems announced that its Verint edgeVR solution is being integrated with D3 Security’s investigation Case Management Software and Guard tour System. with this new partnership, the company is furthering its fraud, risk and compliance capabilities to help banks and credit unions meet their security and operational objectives. “ the partnership between Verint and D3 is combining the power of video evidence with the valuable and relevant data integrated in the case management system to enable the best possible outcome for businesses that need to make the most of their security investment,” says Steve weller, senior vice-president and general manager, Verint Video and Situation intelligence Solutions. “every day, financial institutions face increased fraud and crime, and Verint is eager to help them counter such attacks with advanced security and fraud prevention solutions.”
hid completes “twist and go” pilot hiD Global announced the completion of an access control pilot at Vanderbilt University in nashville, tenn., where smart phones were tested as means to open doors with a “tap” or using the company’s patented “ twist and Go” gesture technology for opening doors and gates from a distance. the pilot was implemented using the company’s hiD Mobile Access solution that supports Bluetooth Smart and includes Mobile iDs, Mobile Apps, mobile-enabled iCLASS SeÒ readers, and its hiD Secure identity Services portal for provisioning and revoking Mobile iDs to a variety of Apple and Android mobile devices.
there were approximately 15 participants in the pilot who used their smart phones to open doors at one or more of six possible campus entry points, including one parking garage. entry points were equipped with mobile-enabled iCLASS Se readers that were configured to work with existing iCLASS smart cards as well as hiD Global’s Mobile iDs.
sightlogix launches partner program with axis on board
SightLogix, a provider of smart thermal camera systems, announced the launch of its new Strategic Partner Program at ASiS 2014. According to the company, the premise of the partnership program is to leverage the intrusion detection of SightLogix SightSensor thermal cameras with established manufacturers and suppliers of video surveillance hardware and software. Axis Communications is the first to join. “ the beauty of our Strategic Partner Program for Axis Communications is in its simplicity,” says Frank De Fina, executive vice-president of sales and marketing for SightLogix. “ they take advantage of our best-in-industry smart thermal detection capabilities, and we help them build a new revenue stream where none previously existed. it’s a win-win for both companies.”
emc ramps video storage presence
eMC has introduced new video surveillance solutions, new test and validation capabilities within its surveillance labs, and expanded partnerships to offer a platform for video content storage and analysis. Designed for large, highly distributed video surveillance environments, eMC is introducing a new, purpose-built, eMC VnX-VSS100 storage system for the edge. the new storage array complements eMC isilon, a scale-out data lake solution for highly scalable, large camera environments at the core. in addition, eMC is announcing an investment to expand the company’s existing video surveillance interoperability and testing lab in the U.S. and establish a new lab in Asia enabling customers to leverage technologies from video surveillance partners including Axis, Genetec, Verint and Milestone. eMC’s partnerships with video management software providers, systems integrators and physical security distributors, including Avnet, ingram Micro and ScanSource, combine to offer customers a video surveillance solution to help simplify deployment and mitigate risk for large-scale, edge-to-Core deployments.
assa abloy introduces 75 products ASSA ABLOY opened the 2014 ASiS international Seminar and exhibits with the announcement of 75 new products, highlighted by solutions for mobile access, wireless and sustainability.
“this year’s show highlights three major trends that security professionals have come to Atlanta to learn about. the first is wireless, where ASSA ABLOY has been driving the discussion for a long time and where we now see wide market adoption. the second is mobile access, where we see significant increases in hardware options during recent months to support mobile credentials. the final trend is sustainability. while it’s new for the security community, it will quickly be recognized as a critical factor in technology decisions by endusers and integrators alike,” says Martin huddart, president, access and egress hardware group, ASSA ABLOY Americas.
bringing it all into individual feeds that they can provide to a customer. I thought things like that would be pretty interesting for us,” says Cooper.
While the industry is looking for ways to capitalize on the Big Data movement, there were still plenty of “traditional” security technologies available. One that caught the attention of some attendees is a perimeter solution currently in field trials from Carp, Ont.-based Senstar. The company is testing what is aptly called the RoboGuard — a robot device mounted to a monorail system that can be deployed along a perimeter. The robot can detect and intercept a would-be trespasser, travel at speeds up to 30 km per hour and even issue voice commands.
“It really did create a buzz,” says
WKen Ribler, executive director for Northeast Regional accounts at Senstar. Something of a showcase piece (the product was one of ASIS’s Accolades winners for 2014, see p. 11 for more details), the RoboGuard also helped draw people to the booth, giving the company a means to discuss its other solutions.
“There seemed to be a much greater interest with all of our perimeter solutions,” says Ribler. “I think RoboGuard helps people to understand perimeter [security] in a way that’s very overt.”
Ribler has worked for Senstar for just over three years, but has had a relationship with ASIS International for much longer. He served in the U.S. Air Force until 2008 and currently sits on the military liaison
council for ASIS, which looks after the interests of active duty members of the military as well as veterans.
“I derive a different type of reward working with council activities as a volunteer,” says Ribler. “We have representation from both the public sector and the private sector. It makes us unique in that way. I think it’s a nice pairing together.”
Ribler also serves on a selection committee that screens educational sessions offered at the ASIS conference. He says he’s seen ASIS develop over the years, both in terms of the education it can offer and as a showcase for constantly evolving security technology. “We work very hard and do a very good job to make sure we have the best.”
with mahesh saptharishi, cto, avigilon &Q a
hile at ASIS 2014, Canadian Security had the chance to speak with Avigilon’s new chief technology officer, Mahesh Saptharishi, who joined the company when Avigilon acquired VideoIQ earlier this year. Saptharishi discussed the role of analytics in security and Avigilon’s contributions to its development.
canadian security: how are analytics being used in a security context?
mahesh saptharishi: Big box retailers will want to detect shoplifting, but that’s just part of the story. The bigger part of the story is the majority of people are coming there with benign intent. They want to purchase something. You want to understand their activity; you want to understand how many people came into the store. There are all these different pieces of information that we can provide, not necessarily as a real-time alarm but as reports that people can look at. What we’re providing is this capacity to be able to better use information in different ways. Security is the start — that’s the reason why people buy our system, but we also want to make sure their investment is future-proof.
cs: there’s a clear case for retail, but where else would it be applicable?
ms: Retail is focused on understanding customer behaviour, but there are other markets where the operational intelligence aspect is just as important. They want to understand how often certain parts of their facility are trafficked because that would imply that there are certain decisions that you can make in terms of heating and cooling decisions, building management decisions, lighting
control. If you’re offering certain services, like in a city, you want to be able to decide when you want to do garbage collection in particular part of the city. All that information can be gathered. It’s similar to business intelligence, it’s just that the data are interpreted differently and used for different purposes.
cs: are people adopting analytics for these purposes?
ms: The focus for us has been squarely on security. There are plenty of folks who have taken that security application and are using it on their own for other things like business intelligence. We want to make that more of a concerted effort for us looking into the future.
cs: how much of your future development is security versus other applications?
ms: We don’t want to vertically specialize. If you look at the market today, 20 per cent is enterprise, 20 per cent is really the low end part of the business and 60 per cent is really the mainstream. Those are the guys who see the premium value of our products and see the cost benefits of our products, and we want to be able to hit that broad base as effectively as possible. Ultimately, I think what we’re going to go after is providing that base that allows people to realize those gains in different forms.
march networks teams with dell
March networks announced new video management system (VMS) offerings for organizations seeking scalable iP video surveillance in a plug-and-play solution.
March networks Command Application Bundles combine open Command Recording Server (CRS) software with three Dell server and storage options. the VMS solution is pre-installed, pre-configured and certified for optimum performance. it is suggested for retailers, transportation agencies and other commercial organizations that need to deploy and manage high-definition iP video across multiple remote locations with limited onsite it support.
“ with these fully integrated VMS solutions, organizations don’t need to spend time wading through technical server specifications or adjusting configurations during installation. they can simply select the configuration that’s best suited to their business, knowing that it has already been tested and certified to work seamlessly in their it environment,” says net Payne, chief marketing officer, March networks.
lenel enhances its product certification program
Lenel Systems announced it has made enhancements to its Lenel Certification Program. the company says the improved program makes it easier for customers to register for training, take job-specific courses, save money, and earn continuing education credits. the new program aligns with Lenel’s growing product portfolio, including interlogix products, and meets the changing training and educational needs of the company’s value-added resellers. new features of the Lenel Certification Program include: Streamlined registration via a new training portal within the Lenel Partner Center; the opportunity to achieve certification levels while focusing on job-specific courses
and eliminating requirements outside the concentration area; the ability to earn international Association for Continuing education and training accredited units that apply to other industry and professional associations, licenses or college-level credits; and the option to purchase fixed-price Lenel Learning Credits in bulk and save them for future training.
cisco sets aside $1b for cloud financing
Cisco subsidiary Cisco Capital has earmarked US$1 billion to provide financial solutions that help Cisco customers and partners accelerate the adoption of Cisco technologies needed to transition to Cisco Powered Clouds. Cisco Capital offers will focus on financing Cisco Application Centric infrastructure; facilitating technology migrations; and providing flexible payment structures. Cisco also announced that more than 30 additional companies, including Deutsche telekom (Dt ), Bt, ntt DAtA, and equinix, have added their support to the intercloud — the worldwide network of interconnected clouds — that Cisco and its partners are developing to enable a new generation of standardized Cloud applications and the proliferation of highly secure hybrid Clouds.
axis launches mobile surveillance apps for small systems
Axis Communications has launched mobile surveillance apps for its AXiS Camera Companion and hosted video solutions to provide users with access to their surveillance systems from anywhere with Apple and Android devices.
Mobile surveillance apps make it possible to access a surveillance system over the internet to view live or recorded video from home or from another site. “Small system users value flexibility and ease of use,
and with these new mobile apps, users have even more flexibility with remote access to their high definition surveillance video right from their mobile devices,” says Ryan Gregory, systems and solutions manager for business development, Axis. “ these new in-house developed mobile apps not only assure optimal performance and compatibility, but also give our customers the tools they need to efficiently secure their operation wherever they are.”
ppm creates integration division
PPM 2000 has launched a new integrated Solutions Division (iSD) for expanding, managing, and maintaining PPM’s growing portfolio of integrations for their Perspective incident management software. the iSD will focus on developing solutions with technology partners that: integrate Perspective with systems such as access control, video management, and mass notification; address needs for real-time security event management and tracking and the associated incident data capture and advanced reporting, within a single software application; and offer comprehensive security management tools for enterprise applications requiring integration with multiple systems, software, and vendors. PPM’s iSD will be run by Dan ireland, CPP.
linear launches dealership program for access
control systems
Linear has introduced an exclusive dealership program for its embedded, iP browser-based Linear enterprise access control system. incentives for the dealership program include feature enhanced platforms, specially-priced demonstration gear, co-op opportunities, a dedicated support line and other attributes. the program includes in-depth training for enterprise dealers, with a comprehensive suite of in-field courses, or online classes and videos for self-paced learning. enhanced sales and marketing support is also upgraded for this program in the form of a lead referral program, product marketing, and more.
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ASIS International hosted hundreds of exhibitors and more than 19,000 attendees. Canadians and Canadian firms were well represented at the show.
The whole PPM booth crew at ASIS (from left): Cora Bolianatz, Rick Batchelor, Dale Yushchyshyn, Dan Ireland, John Fernandez, Brian McIlravey, Elaine O’Sullivan, Julie Garcia, Frank Kennedy, Lenora Thomas, Daryn Duliba, Ryan Thiessen, Lee Marsh, and Jeff Sieben
Peter Redfern, commercial sales leader, and Mike Peltier, area general manager, Tyco Integrated Fire & Security
Andrew Elvish, vice-president of marketing and Jimmy Palatsoukas, senior manager of product marketing at Montreal-based Genetec with Jeff Burgess, president and CEO of BCDVideo
Ian Johnson, CTO, and Wade Thomas, president and chief operating officer, Digital Watchdog
Chad Hanlon, national account manager, risk mitigation and Tim Houghton, vice-president of risk solutions, CKR Global
Ken Ribler, executive director for Northeast Regional accounts, Senstar with the Accolade award-winning RoboGuard
Dennis Raefield, president and CEO of Vancouver-based Viscount Systems
Canadian country manager Bob Moore with Fredrik Nilsson, general manager, North America, Axis Communications
asis 2014 accolades award winners
ASIS Accolades is an awards competition that recognizes the security industry’s most innovative new products, services and/or solutions. A team of judges representing end users and experts in security technology evaluated all entries and selected the winners.
AlertEnterprise
Product: Insider Alert
Category: Government Security, Security, Security Management, Video Analytics
The industry’s first converged insider threat management solution: AlertEnterprise delivers unique software that links identity management, enterprise applications, and networks with access control, video and operational SCADA systems. AlertEnterprise creates a risk score for each employee, contractor, etc. and tracks their background checks, criminal history record, ensuring that no relevant information is missed for access to privileged information. www.alertenterprise.com
Ameristar Perimeter
Security USA
Product: Stalwart M50/P1
Anti-Ram Perimeter Barrier
Category: Data Center Security, Government Security, Outdoor Perimeter Security, Perimeter Fence, Physical Security
Stalwart M50/P1 design is the pinnacle to its already comprehensive list of available barrier ratings. Stalwart’s new design allows for a simplistic
installation, yielding the most cost competitive M50/P1 solution available on the market. Stalwart M50/P1 and all Ameristar security fence solutions install in tandem for seamless perimeter security integration. www.ameristarsecurity.com
American Science and Engineering
Product: MINI Z Handheld Z Backscatter Screening System
Category: Handheld Backscatter X-ray Detection Imager, Mobile Device Application, Non-Intrusive Threat & Contraband Inspection System, Portable X-ray Detection Scanner, Security (Judge’s Choice winner)
The MINI Z system is a breakthrough, handheld Z Backscatter X-ray imaging system that security and public safety officials can use “on the go” for fast, portable, real-time detection of concealed organic threats (e.g. explosives, plastic guns, ceramic knives, etc.), drugs, and other contraband in suspicious bags and hard-to-reach locations. www.as-e.com
Axis Communications
Product: AXIS Q1615/-E
Category: IP Video Cameras, Mission-Critical Surveillance, Product Design, Security, Video Surveillance
The indoor AXIS Q1615 and outdoorready AXIS Q1615-E combine new capabilities like wide dynamic range (Axis’ WDR— Forensic Capture), electronic image stabilization and shock detection with proven Axis technologies, such as Lightfinder and HDTV 1080p resolution. www.axis.com
HID Global
Product: HID Mobile Access Category: Access Control, Mobile Access Control, Mobile Apps, Security
HID Mobile Access is the most dynamic, convenient, and secure solution for opening doors using smartphones and other smart devices. Supporting Bluetooth Smart, it allows you to use iPhones and Android-based smartphones without additional handset sleeves or accessories. Just “tap” your phone to a door reader/ lock, or access doors and gates from a distance with HID Global’s patented gesture-based technology. www.hidglobal.com
asis 2014 accolades award winners
NICE Systems
Product: NICE Suspect Search Category: Investigations and Debriefing, Security, Security Management Software, Video Content Analytics, Video Surveillance Technologies
NICE Suspect Search is a patentpending video analytics- based technology that efficiently helps locate and track a specific person when time is of the essence. It reduces search time from hours to minutes. With it, you’ll be able to track a target individual’s movements from location to location and access all relevant associated video recordings. www.nice.com
Quantum Technology Sciences
Product: Quantum Remote Intrusion Detection System
Category: Covert Surveillance, Intrusion/Detection/ Prevention, MissionCritical Surveillance, Outdoor Perimeter Security, Physical Security
Different from typical unattended ground sensors, Quantum Remote is the first and only security solution capable of using a single concealed ground sensor to maintain an awareness perimeter where potential threats on land, underground, in the air, and in the water are detected,
tracked, and classified in real-time. www.qtsi.com
Senstar
Product: CyberVigil Security Switch
Category: Cyber Security, Ruggedized Cyber Security, Ethernet Switch, Security (Honourable mention)
CyberVigil is an industrial cyber security ethernet switch that provides unique protection for physical security and industrial control systems (ICS) against cyber-attacks. It has ironclad security together with full featured networking capabilities, optimized for physical security networks, SCADA systems, and utility control networks. www.senstar.com
Tyco Security Products/CEM
Product: CEM emerald
Category: Access Control, Card Reader, Mobile Integrated Security Management, Security Management, Virtual Security Operations
With its sleek design and stateof-the-art LCD touch screen, CEM emerald offers more at-the-door, card reader, and controller functionality, a fully integrated Voice over IP (VoIP) intercom, and a range of powerful server based applications like a tablet. Gain all this in one single and powerful terminal.
www.cemsys.com
Senstar
Product: RoboGuard: Outdoor Perimeter Security Category: Outdoor Perimeter Security, Perimeter Fence, Robotics, Security Guard
RoboGuard is an agile robot, travelling on a monorail along smart fences. It carries an assortment of payloads such as a fence scanner, cameras, and intercom. It can replace the manned patrols for: the routine “healthcheck” patrol and first response to intrusion alerts within tens of seconds.
www.senstar.com
Xtralis
Product: VESDA-E Series Aspirating Smoke Detectors
Category: Multi-Service Gateway, Security, Remote Monitoring, Video Content Analytics
VESDA-E is the latest aspirating smoke detection (ASD) from Xtralis. VESDA-E offers smoke detection 15 times better than current VESDA, with double the longevity, improved dust rejection, and greater area coverage. VESDA-E provides increased coverage up to 80% while allowing convenient detector mounting for ease of service/ maintenance, with 8% less power consumption.
www.xtralis.com
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facilities with industry experts, technology manufacturers and service providers to generate discussion, share information, offer networking opportunities and facilitate business.
When: Wednesday December 10, 2014 8:00am to 4:30pm
Where: Sheraton Parkway Toronto North Hotel, Richmond Hill, Ont.
Who: Health-Care property security professionals
cost: $80 ($70 for ASIS and IAHSS members)
Marilyn, the current president of IAHSS, will offer insight on the importance of raising the bar in health-care security, particularly when it comes to education and industry training of all
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Recognized internationally as one of the leading health-care emergency management professionals; Dr. Tracy Buchman will discuss active shooter preparedness, emergency operations plan development, sustainability planning and hospital evacuation.
asis products
Non-radioactive explosives detector
Smiths Detection
IONSCAN 600 is a next generation explosives trace detector for use in global aviation and infrastructure security. Its small, portable design, combined with ease-of-use, reduces the cost and time of screening for a range of high-threat explosives. The technology behind the IONSCAN 600 surpasses that of its previous version, the IONSCAN 500DT. Its breakthrough feature is a proprietary non-radioactive Ion Mobility Spectrometry (IMS) source which eliminates the need for special licensing, handling or disposal requirements. The IONSCAN 600 weighs 23 pounds (10.4 kg) and is equipped with a built-in handle. www.smithsdetection.com
Access control, video, intrusion interface
Software House
Using a deeply embedded victor unifying client, victor Unified SiteServer takes a holistic video approach of managing and monitoring access control, video, and intrusion from one database all from one box. The victor Unified Client is a new client choice which can be run in parallel with existing C•CURE 9000 client choices, providing the increased functionality of combined client features. The victor Unified SiteServer is pre-installed with all the software needed to manage and monitor the various activities related to access control, video and intrusion. The unified appliance supports the latest versions of C•CURE 9000, victor Unified client and VideoEdge NVR software. Through victor Unified SiteServer, users can perform specific system tasks such as badging, dynamic mapping, advanced reporting, custom application layouts, video smart search and analytics.
Radar system
SpotterRF
www.swhouse.com
Vandal resistant 4K cameras
Panasonic
Built on Panasonic’s 12 megapixel 4K ULTRA HD engine, the iPRO ULTRA 360 panoramic indoor (WV-SFV480) and outdoor (WVSFN481) cameras produce a 9MP 3K x 3K Fisheye image at 15fps and a 4MP Fisheye image at 30fps for incredibly high resolution at standard frame rates. The cameras’ new ½” 12MP image sensor delivers high-sensitivity in colour at less than 0.4 lux for sharp images in color and black-and-white and in the event the IR cut filter is removed to gain higher sensitivity under low-light, the Super Chroma Compensation (SCC) feature preserves full color rendition. Further, a new Auto Back Focus (ABF) structure designed specifically for the cameras’ single focus lens ensures both models automatically achieve optimal focus in day or night environments while helping to streamline installation.
The SpotterRF C950 radar system is extremely lightweight, yet its 300-acre coverage area is twice that of any commercial SpotterRF product to date. There are no moving parts to maintain as with rotating radar with similar coverage potential. With a range of 1,350 meters for a walking person, the C950 provides advanced perimeter warning for a wider variety of environments such as electrical substations, airports, solar farms, seaports and borders. With no moving parts, the unit is virtually maintenance free. With the successful deployment of SpotterRF in wide-open areas like Exxon’s Alaska oil fields, the C950 further expands the range at which perimeter intrusion is detected. .
www.spotterrf.com
8/16/32 channel NVRs FLIR
The new DNR400 and DNR500 Series NVRs make remote connection easier with a set-up time of less than three minutes. Download the free app for iOS / Android, scan the QR code on the NVR, enter a password and instantly view live video. There is no complex router configuration as the Cloud-based service creates a secure handshake between the NVR and the mobile device. The new NVRs include superior bandwidth with 200 Mbps bit rate processing, allowing for real-time recording on all channels at resolution levels up to 5MP. DNR400 Series NVRs are available in eight and 16 channel configurations and have eight integrated PoE ports while DNR500 is equipped with 16 integrated PoE ports and NVRs are available in 16 and 32 channels. The NVRs’ built-in PoE supports PoE+ (802.3at) for convenient all-in-one connection of IP cameras with higher power requirements such as PTZs. www.flirsecurity.com/pro
Power supply
Securitron
www.us.panasonic.com/security
EcoPower is a highly efficient power supply designed to work with low-power electrified locks, such as the Corbin Russwin or SARGENT mortise locks with Ecoflex technology. This small, 4” cube access control power supply reduces standby power consumption to only 8.5mW (0.0085W), a 99 per cent decrease EcoPower can reduce total door power consumption from 12W or more to 0.3W, when used with a lock like those leveraging Ecoflex technology. The low power consumption means that the included EcoPower battery provides 24 or more hours of backup power. EcoPower includes two outputs (lock and card reader), a battery charger, an access control input, and a fire alarm input with optional fire alarm latching for Canadian installations. www.securitron.com
NVR bundle
Interlogix
The TruVision NVR 10 (TVN 10) IP-based recorder is now available bundled with four cameras for easy ordering and installation of video systems for small commercial operations. The TVN 10 kit, available in four- or eight-channel models, features megapixel resolution at analogue-system prices without the need to deploy an expensive IT infrastructure. The unit offers an all-in-one design with a power over ethernet (PoE) switch built into the chassis and full control via front panel buttons and a mouse, or through TVRMobile software applications. The TVN 10 kit comes bundled with four IP cameras ready for immediate installation and the eight-channel model can be expanded with the purchase of additional cameras. www.interlogix.com
Access control software
AMAG Technology
Symmetry V8 software offers integrators and end users a solution to manage all their security functions in one system through an intuitive user interface. Symmetry offers visitor management, identity management and video management free in all Symmetry software versions. Symmetry V8 supports the new Symmetry EN-2DBC Network Access Controller. The flexible, PoE edge controller operates two doors and can use PoE to power the controller, card reader and door lock therefore reducing labour and costs for installations. The intelligent controller is IT friendly with network monitoring and is a scalable solution allowing the customer to expand their security system easily. New Symmetry V8 software expands access control capability with added features for temporary card holders, automatic card expiration, vacation tracker and expanded card holder filters. Symmetry V8 offers a new and improved Network Video Recorder that provides standalone operation and stability, web browser set up, continuous or scheduled recording and integrations to leading third party Video Management Systems and NVR/DVRs. www.amag.com
HD Video Appliance
Avigilon
The HD Video Appliance series enables end-users to reduce both installation time and cost by combining a Power-over-Ethernet (PoE) network switch along with full video management server and client software capabilities, including full viewing and system administration, into a single compact form factor. The HD Video Appliance is powered by Avigilon’s ACC software which comes pre-installed and configured. The HD Video Appliance series provides a scalable solution to meet the needs of organizations of all sizes. Designed for small video surveillance and budget constrained deployments, the 8-port model is compact yet powerful; while the HD Video Appliance Pro, available in 16 and 24 port models, offers a comprehensive platform for mid to large-sized applications. www.avigilon.com
Card reader
Axis Communications
The new AXIS A4011-E Reader is a joint cooperation between Axis Communications and ASSA ABLOY and is designed to work with AXIS A1001 Network Door Controller. The reader has an intuitive user interface with illuminated symbols and a sound indicator to clearly display the status and communicate with the user. The keypad features backlight illumination and durable stainless steel buttons. The AXIS A4011-E is a future-proof and generic reader that supports several different card formats in order to meet specific system requirements. It can handle two different card formats simultaneously, which simplifies system expansion and enables easy migration from one card technology to another. Additional features of AXIS A4011-E Reader include: Compatibility with AXIS A1001 Network Door Controller; support for most 13.56 MHz card formats such as MIFARE Classic, MIFARE Plus, MIFARE DESFire EV1, iCLASS and SEOS; built-in tamper switches between housing and wall; and operating conditions from -25 ºC to 70 ºC. www.axis.com
Thermal detection
SightLogix
The third generation Thermal SightSensor has four times the processing, at onethird the size, and consumes less than half the power of the prior generation. By combining solar power and wireless communications with an accurate outdoor detection system, the new SightSensor eliminates much of the installation costs. With lens options that range from wide areas (90˚ FOV) to 600m distances, the NEMA 4X, nitrogen-purged Thermal SightSensor provides high Probability of Detect (PD) and low Nuisance Alarm Rate (NAR) video analytics day and night, in all weather conditions. Major new features include: Four times the on-board video processing; greatly reduced power, size and weight; support for ONVIF, H.264; audio messages can be triggered in response to alarm conditions; simplified video cabling and connections; and a flexible browser-based configuration option. www.sightlogix.com
Hemispheric camera
MOBOTIX
The i25 is a new compact sized hemispheric camera. The new indoor camera is a fully featured device and built on the 5MP hardware platform. The wall mountable i25 captures an entire room with 180˚ wall-to-wall view, without any blind spots. As with all MOBOTIX Hemispheric devices, the virtual PTZ on the live and recorded images is performed by the i25 camera without requiring an additional computer or software. Available in both Day (color) and Night (B&W) models the i25 caters to the most challenging lighting conditions and a wide range of indoor surveillance applications. www.mobotix.com
asis products
Camera as a system
Digital Watchdog
The MEGApix CaaS (Camera as a System) series cameras are the latest addition to the company’s IP line, and are designed to simplify security systems by turning the camera into its own server. DW’s new MEGApix CaaS cameras are multi-hybrid cameras that function both as a camera and recorder, eliminating the need for a dedicated server. The cameras offer real time live and recorded 2.1MP resolution video at 30fps, simultaneous analogue and IP signal outputs and come in 3.0~10mm motorized auto focus lens or CS mount lens box camera models. MEGApix CaaS cameras offer an advanced arsenal of image enhancement features such as true day and night functionality, WDR, backlight compensation and 3D digital noise reduction. The cameras feature a dual SD card interface for up to 512GB of local storage, 16x times more data is recorded locally than other edge cameras, as well as NAS support for additional storage.
Kantech
The KT-1 single door controller provides simplicity at the edge of an IP network. With its single button programming and on-board Ethernet port for direct network connection, the KT-1 controller is up and running in just a few steps. Because of its unique form factor, the KT-1 controller can also be installed in a variety of locations, from plain view to a traditional security cabinet. Combine the new KT-1 controller with EntraPass security management software, including EntraPass Web and the EntraPass GO mobile app to create a scalable solution that installs quickly.
www.kantech.com
IP access terminal
CEM Systems
www.digital-watchdog.com
Pedestrian door lock
Sargent and Greenleaf
The S&G Model 2890B Pedestrian Door Lock (PDL) represents the latest design advances to produce a single motion egress door lock for the highest level of security, and is designed to FFL-2890B federal specifications to include a UL 3-Hour Single Door Fire rating. The S&G Model 2890B PDL is intended to meet both the stringent needs of NFPA 101 life safety and high-security requirements for government applications. The lock is also designed for Sensitive Compartmented Information Facility (SCIF) applications for U.S. military, fusion centres, defense contractors and others. Features of the PDL include the ability to integrate the S&G Model 2740B electromechanical combination lock, as well as other combination locks approved to federal specification FF-L-2740B. www.sargentandgreenleaf.com
Security officer app
S2 Security
The emerald intelligent multifunctional IP access terminal with its touchscreen interaction, remote apps and scramble keypad allows users to work efficiently and securely at the door vs. back at the central terminal. Security professionals can use remote apps at the device to update personnel records and send important messages to cardholders such as Wrong Door, Lost/Stolen Card, Expiring Card and Access Granted. Energy friendly PoE+ powers devices and locks while an IR sensor allows the multi-technology touch screen reader and controller to go into low power idle state until motion detected.
www.cemsys.com
Intrusion solution DSC
S2 Mobile Security Officer is a tablet app that allows security management and staff can to operate their S2 access control and video management systems from anywhere, improving productivity, decision- making and response time. Modeled after the “battlefield awareness” concept developed by military operations, S2 Mobile Security Officer is designed for ease of use, speed of information sharing, and real time response to situations in the field. S2 Mobile Security Officer is administered from a central location, and all actions taken by field security officers are instantly sent back to the command centre.
www.s2sys.com
PowerSeries Neo caters to a wide variety of intrusion industry needs, ranging from residential through to scalable commercial enterprises. PowerSeries Neo brings technologies together, adding operational efficiencies while enhancing the reliability of high quality and secure communications. It capitalizes on PowerG, a wireless intrusion technology, to offer features such as Multichannel, Frequency Hopping Spread Spectrum technology, Adaptive Transmission Power, high transmission ranges, TDMA synchronized communication technology and 128 bit AES encryption. The modular and scalable structure of PowerSeries Neo provides a tailored solution for even the most demanding installations. www.dsc.com
