Genetec was launched in 1997 — about four years after Pierre Racz first started the company in the basement of his Montreal home. The company recently launched a re-branding effort as it moves into the next phase of its growth. SP&T News talked with him about the evolution of the ... >> Read more
H.264 is an open standard that utilizes the most efficient video compression techniques available today. This standard follows the successful MPEG-2 and MPEG-4 video standards and offers advantages in video quality and ... >> Read more
According to a report released this week by IMS Research, more than half of network IP cameras sold around the world will be HD or megapixel resolution in the next four ... >> Read more
Genesis Integration Inc. announced that it is opening its sixth office in Montreal on Sept. 7, 2010.
The office will initially provide Audio and Video integration design, sales, and service in Montreal and other areas throughout ... >> Read more
With the endless capabilities and advantages of IP connectivity, organizations have been able to create mega security systems that span across several buildings, or even cities, with centralized monitoring at one location. But this makes it challenging for security guards who are now responsible for monitoring hundreds of cameras and ... >> Read more
ACTi Corp. announces the release of the Standalone XNR. Complete with NVR software, this new product offers plug and play solutions for IP based applications. ACTi will showcase and demonstrate this product at the ASIS International Seminar and Exhibit in Dallas, Tex.
With its Linux-based operating system and built-in RAID storage, ... >> Read more
Infinova will introduce its new V2512-K Series 4-Port Network Video Server (NVS) at Booth 1447 during the ASIS International Seminar and Exhibition to be held October 12-15 in the Dallas Convention ... >> Read more
Bosch Security Systems Inc. has introduced a High-Speed Positioning System (HSPS) for tracking fast-moving objects with high-resolution optics. The new surveillance system series combines a fast and precise pan-tilt-zoom housing with Bosch’s day/night cameras that provide crisp imaging in any lighting condition. Night-time surveillance is made easy with the option ... >> Read more
Toshiba Surveillance & IP Network Video, a business unit of Toshiba America Information Systems Inc., announced the availability of the IK-WB30A IP network camera.
The IK-WB30A is the highest resolution Toshiba IP camera introduced to date. It is also the first Toshiba camera to offer Electronic Pan-Tilt-Zoom (ePTZ), a new technology ... >> Read more
Feeling Software’s Omnipresence 3D Pro Design saves time and money for A&E firms, security integrators, and security directors during the planning and deployment of new surveillance cameras.
Beginning with a floor plan, map or 3D model, Feeling Software converts this into a ready-to-use 3D map. Then, add cameras to your scene, ... >> Read more
