Monitoring

Surveillance Warm Up

By Tom Hoffman · July 2007

Thermal imaging technology is sued to keep perimeter security in top shape

Surveillance Warm Up

THERMAL security cameras are imagers that see heat, or thermal energy, in an object. The human eye cannot detect thermal energy.


Hot Shots

By David Lee · April 2007

Thermal technology takes its place in perimeter protection technology

Hot Shots

IN today’s troubled times, large industrial sites are in more danger of security breaches than ever before. With miles of perimeter fencing and multiple entrances to secure, large petrochemical plants are a complex security challenge.


Protection Outside the Lines

By Rob Welton · April 2007

Multi-layer sensor networks tie systems together for increased perimeter protection

Protection Outside the Lines

WORLD events indicate the rate of growth in perimeter security requirements will continue to escalate for the foreseeable future. Airports, seaports and petrochemical facilities certainly qualify for increased protection, but schools, storage facilities, sporting events, bridges and tunnels are examples of new targets needing protection.


Making a Change

By Jeff Brummett · March 2007

Alarm verification -- a coming shift in the security industry

Making a Change

THE security industry has gone through many paradigm shifts during the last 100 years. As is the case with every paradigm change, there are winners and losers. The security industry is no different. Business paradigm shifts seem to always create new opportunities. However, some of those opportunities leave a wake of destruction and demise in its path. Seeing and understanding a new paradigm before it happens can make or break any company, regardless how big or small the company might be.


Tailoring Transformation

By Kim Lorusso, Kuppusami Natesan · March 2007

Banks need to create streamlined security processes

Tailoring Transformation

THE retail banking industry is undergoing a significant transformation accompanied by increasing regulatory compliance requirements, consumer demands and industry consolidation—all while working to provide the best in customer service and maintain operational efficiency.


Hands Up

By Tom Barry · March 2007

Security technology protecting banks has taken big steps

Hands Up

Today, three out of four bank robbers are caught within 18 months of their crime. FBI and local law enforcement efforts are aided by financial institutions using current technological advancements along with specialized training and practices by bank employees.


An Eye On It All

By Bill Fitzhenry · February 2007

Online monitoring services lead to increased security, real-time access to information

An Eye On It All

IN an age when the need for increased security services is at an all-time high, managing security information has become more efficient, flexible and powerful.


Bursting Out

By Michael J. Joseph · February 2007

Technology explosion has allowed advances, price reductions for hardware, but more open doors for dealers

Bursting Out

THE past year has seen an explosion of technology in the world of video surveillance. Industry professionals have been selling video technology for years, but the recent advances in technology and price reductions in hardware have opened the door for more dealers to get involved with video sales.


Editor's Note for Monitoring Supplement

By Ralph C Jensen · February 2007

Monitoring Rx

Just when you think technology has hit the apex, another pinnacle of knowledge is thrown into the mix, and the latest and greatest becomes the next generation. The same is true for monitoring.


On Alert

By Brooks McChesney · January 2007

Video surveillance, analytics used to help secure petroleum infrastructure

SECURING the flow of oil from offshore platforms, land-based drilling rigs and pumping stations across miles of pipeline and infrastructure is a top priority for the government and the petroleum industry.


New Products

Digital Video Surveillance (IP)

Video Monitoring

• American Sentry Guard has recently released its video monitoring center package for central or video monitoring stations.
• The package is designed to handle thousands of cameras with built-in redundancy.
• Integration with access control and security alarm systems is available as part of the set up process.

Access Control

Key Fob

Digital Monitoring Products’ 1100 series two-way, wireless key fob support is now available for XRSuper6, XR20 and XR40 control panels, permitting up to eight, 1100 series key fobs per panel for code-free system control. Available in three versions, the wireless key fobs have nine programming options and an LED that immediately confirms the system has been armed or disarmed or that a panic signal has been sent.

Digital Video Recorders (DVRs)

Video Server

GeoVision’s newly introduced GV-Video Server is an advanced video converter that digitizes analog video signals and sends the information over an IP network. The GV-Video Server is designed to simplify live monitoring, configuration and system control. The user-friendly interface allows Web browser access and provides smart and scalable monitoring. Remote surveillance is implemented via 3GPP, IE browser and GV-MultiView.

New Webinar

Selecting an Emergency Comm. Solution

The number of choices, vendors, and types of solutions is exploding. Large numbers of alternatives are normally an advantage to the buyer, but it can add much confusion when trying to make the right choice.

Online Exclusive

Disaster Preparation for the 21st Century Business

Business is all about managing risk, and risk management comes down to making solid business decisions to avoid and mitigate potential threats, including natural disasters.

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