Category: International

The AXIS Q8631-E PT thermal network camera took home a gold win in the video surveillance cameras IP category of the 2017 Security Today Govies Government Security Awards Axis Communications has recently been honored by Security Today magazine as a gold winner of The Govies Government Security Award for 2017 for its AXIS Q8631-E PT thermal network camera in the video surveillance cameras IP category. The awards honor outstanding government security products in a variety of categories. Platinum and gold designations were announced during the ISC West Expo, Las Vegas. Designed specifically for the most challenging conditions, the AXIS Q8631-E PT thermal network camera is equipped with pan/ tilt mobility reducing the number of fixed thermal cameras needed to cover a single area. The AXIS Q8631-E also offers shock detection, which sends an alarm if it detects vandalism. The thermal imaging allows users to see people and objects more clearly in a variety of light conditions, from pitch dark areas to a sunlit parking lot making it perfect for outdoor installation. Additionally, its Arctic Temperature Control allows the camera to safely start up and operate in temperatures as low as -40°C/ °F and up to 55°C/ 131°F. “At Axis Communications we understand the unique needs and challenges associated with securing government facilities and strive to create products that adhere to those needs,” says Fredrik Nilsson, Vice President, Americas, Axis Communications, Inc, “Receiving a Gold Govies Award is wonderful recognition for the hard work we put into creating quality products and solutions for our many government customers.” “The Govies is an amazing product recognition program whereby companies in the security industry can highlight their technology and solutions that work flawlessly within the government vertical,” said Ralph C. Jensen, Editor in chief of Security Today magazine and securitytoday.com, “We received 28% more entries this year, which also corresponds to the need to provide better security options not only at the federal level but also at the state and municipal level of government. I believe these products and solutions only prove that the government relies heavily on the technology advances in the private sector.” An independent panel of judges from the security industry selected the top entries in the 2017 categories and named them winners using criteria including features, innovation, user friendliness, inter-operability, quality, design, market opportunity, impact in the security industry, technical advances, and scalability.

Hikvision, the world’s leading supplier of video surveillance products and solutions, and SGS, the world’s leading inspection, verification, testing, and certification company, have recently announced that they have signed an agreement for joint laboratory collaboration. The memorandum will pave the way for joint efforts in testing, inspection, verification and certification of Hikvision products. It will also see the two companies cooperating strategically in various areas including mutual technology exchange, training, information sharing and platform establishment. As a true manufacturer, product quality is of the utmost importance for Hikvision. Over the past few years, the company has stringently conducted testing processes on every product series and closely collaborated with SGS to optimize procedures. The joint laboratory marks the deepened collaboration between the both parties. With the expertise and knowledge of SGS, Hikvision aims to improve its product testing efficiency and capability to a new height, further responding to industry demands and satisfying customer needs. “SGS actively participates in the formulation of global standards and regulations. It has deep understanding and insight in these fields and the global market trend. We rely on our professional technical team and their rich experience who will assist Hikvision in the improvement of their product quality and competitiveness in the security market,” said Laurence Kwan, Director for Electrical and Electronic Business at SGS Asia-Pacific. SGS is the world’s leading inspection, verification, testing, and certification company. With more than 90,000 employees, SGS operates a network of over 2,000 offices and laboratories around the world. SGS-CSTC Standards Technical Services Co. Ltd. was founded in 1991 as a joint venture between SGS Group and China Standard Science and Technology Group.

The British Security Industry Association has issued a statement in reaction to the terrorist attack that took place in Manchester, on 22 May 2017. “We at the BSIA were saddened to hear of the recent horrific terrorist attack in Manchester, and would like to praise the quick actions of the private security personnel, who would have been among the first to respond to this incident, placing themselves at considerable risk in doing so. “In times of emergency and in day-to-day operations, private security personnel provide essential support to local police forces, and are often the ‘unsung heroes’ helping to ensure the continued safety and security of the British public. “Their ability to provide this vital service is thanks to the mandatory training they receive as part of our industry’s important licensing and regulatory regime, which plays a crucial role in making sure that private security personnel have the necessary skills and knowledge to support police and emergency services through even the most challenging situations. “Of course, our thoughts go out to the victims, their families and the city of Manchester at this difficult time.”