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Fife Police CCTV van upgraded with latest thermo-imaging equipment
posted on 04/09/2006

A CCTV surveillance van operated by Fife Police has been upgraded with the latest thermo-imaging equipment, providing a major boost in the force's operational capabilities. The four-wheel drive Mercedes Sprinter Fife Police CCTV van is part of the Fife Community Safety Partnership and offers a variety of different operational and support roles. It has a total of nine cameras on board with all the images being digitally recorded. The van, which has been in service for 15 months, has already been used in many police and council operations, including tackling environmental issues such as fly-tipping and dog fouling. Successes include the detection of youths riding unlicensed and unregistered motorcycles and in combating anti-social behaviour such as vandalism. In all cases the video evidence gathered by the mobile CCTV unit has proved central to the prosecution. Supplied and installed by Perth-based Scottish Communications, the sophisticated 360O pan and tilt zoom camera work... [more]

Infinova pressurized PTZ dome cameras offer maximum protection against airborne contaminants and moisture
posted on 31/08/2006

Infinova has released a range of pressurized PTZ dome cameras. The V1750 cameras are available with a choice of 18X or 22X optical zoom color camera, and 23X or 26X optical zoom day/night camera, plus12x digital zoom. Infinova's rugged V1750 Series pressurized PTZ dome cameras offer maximum protection against airborne contaminants and moisture. They feature a stainless steel housing and special valves that minimize decrease in pressure over time. Solid-state sensors in the housing relay important system information, such as internal temperature and pressure readings, back to the control center. Non-volatile memory in the housing enables automatic downloads of camera presets and other data in the event that the camera and drive module must be replaced. A polycarbonate vandal-resistant dome option is available. Compatibility with most major brand protocols is also available. ... [more]

Extreme CCTV launches new products for performance night vision at critical infrastructure sites
posted on 31/08/2006

Extreme CCTV announces three new products for performance night vision at critical infrastructure sites. From 'blackout' standby battery power, to long-range 24/7 perimeter surveillance to active-infrared night vision, Extreme has the night vision solution for critical infrastructure. The new products are: EX82-MECC3 Blackout IDN™ Camera • Standby battery backup power • Absolute surveillance performance during blackouts • Delivers +125ft of active-infrared night vision EX20 High Performance Zoom Camera • High performance camera for night vision • IR-corrected 8-154mm zoom lens for crystal-clear night vision • Mechanical filter technology for sharp, focused images 24/7 EXPB-2 IR Performance Bundle • Turnkey “Just Add Camera” night vision solution • Combines “Even-Illumination” infrared illuminator, all-weather and mounting bracket • Fast, easy, extreme-weather night vision solution The Extreme CCTV range includes: GVS1000 - Long-Range Night Vision - Advanced... [more]

Milestone-Axis IP video solution protects Kansas schools
posted on 31/08/2006

As part of the reorganization of international military posts after the Iraq invasion, one of the main U.S. brigade installations in Germany called 'The Big Red One' was moved back home to the heart of America: Fort Riley by Junction City, Kansas. The military post itself would double in size from 11,000 to 20,000 troops over three years, including families. The local economy experiences a boost from new jobs and additional income, but the increase also creates immediate demands on the region in terms of housing, shopping, medical facilities, and schools. The nearby Fort Riley military post creates a transient student population for United School District 475 in Kansas. A security system was required that could scale with the demands to build new facilities, be cost efficient, effective, and provide both central and local management of multiple locations. USD 475 is the Unified School District that has to handle the bulk of this influx of new students, and bonds were issu... [more]

New detector from OPTEX speaks volumes
posted on 29/08/2006

A reliable area detection device that not only detects unwanted intruders loitering in driveways or back gardens but can also warn intruders off site with a series of sequential announcements has been launched by Optex Europe. The VX 402 Series employs a proven multiple detection pattern technology developed from Optex Europe’s long-range external detector range that prevents false activations from family pets, other small animals and birds. Two discrete detection areas are created and only when an intruder is detected in both areas is an alarm output provided. Originally designed for small commercial and industrial applications to protect against intruders entering unauthorised areas, the technology has since been adapted for residential applications, not just for security but also for use in a health and safety role, as Paul Nicholas of Optex Europe explains: “The VX 402 series is already proven in certain commercial applications but is now finding a niche protecting householders... [more]

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