Ray Masters, managing director of Reliance Custodial Services in Avonmouth for eight years up to 2008, was found shot dead at his home in Westbury-sub-Mendip in Somerset
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West Lothian schools have been given the green light to keep cameras that have been installed in school toilets and changing rooms and to install more cameras if needed to keep an eye on unruly students.
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A man accused of killing a Polish factory worker in Sydenham claims that police manufactured CCTV evidence which purports to show a woman sitting in his car as he drove through the town. Piotr Moczulski, of Newgale Walk, Sydenham, denies murdering Elzbieta Kinczyk. Her badly decomposed body was found in a field in June last year. A post mortem examination showed she had been raped and beaten to death. Under cross examination, Moczulski rejected CCTV evidence which the prosecution said showed him sitting with another person in his car, driving through the town and heading out of town. He claimed that police were trying to make a fool out of him. The jury has retired to consider its verdict today. Read more at the LeamingtonCourier.co.uk.
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An Arecont Vision MegaDome® camera installed at… Arecont Vision, the industry leader in IP-based megapixel camera technology, announces their partnership with FST21 as one of the premier suppliers of megapixel cameras for SafeRise® installations. The new partnership complements Arecont Vision’s advanced camera surveillance technologies with the combination of facial recognition, voice recognition, pattern of behavior, license plate recognition and visitor management that FST21’s SafeRise offers. “Our partnership with FST21 further exemplifies how Arecont Vision megapixel cameras continue to be assimilated for mainstream video surveillance applications,” said Raul Calderon, Senior Vice President of Marketing. “FST21’s SafeRise® solution features non-intrusive biometrics that are highly reliant upon the quality of video captured by the system. Arecont Vision megapixel cameras deliver the image details required to ensure highly accurate system performance. We are pleased to be the exclusive camera manufacturer for the combination of these two pioneering technologies.” The FST21 SafeRise® system is an easy, automated and convenient identity management system that regulates access to a room or building for both authorized individuals and visitors. SafeRise® utilizes a fusion of second generation biometrics and high-resolution video to provide the highest level of security. The system is unique in that it uses no key, no card and no code. Instead, the face and voice of authorized personnel works like a key. “FST21’s SafeRise® provides almost human access control, but it still needs the ‘eyes’ to see,” added Avi Lupo, CEO of FST21 America, Inc. “Arecont Vision’s high performance megapixel cameras supply our system with high quality images to make an intelligent decision and confirm the identity of the person at the entrance. FST21 has been consistently growing and we’ve found great success with Arecont Vision as our partner on recent projects and look forward to continuing with them on many more to come.”
Pilgrims Group has been awarded a further two security contracts … Pilgrims Group has been awarded a further two security contracts supporting business operations in Afghanistan. The first is to provide life support and security to a leading international communications and information technology company in Afghanistan. This further increases Pilgrims’ support to the technology industry where the company is already providing engineers in support of communications networks across the Middle East. The second contract is to support a large US global non profit organisation across Afghanistan. This will see Pilgrims supporting a critically important effort to help Afghanistan through the tough times ahead. Both contracts will require Pilgrims to operate in most regions of the country and provide tailored support services to match the clients’ profile and business footprint. Operations involve the provision of pre-deployment training, Intelligence & Information support, all elements of life support, private security details, static security and monitoring of vehicles and personnel. “Both of these clients are also using Pilgrims to support their operations in other countries,” explained Pilgrims’ Managing Director Bill Freear. “This is recognition of the quality of our service and ability to adapt to match our clients’ actual requirements. Both are prized contracts and we are proud to be supporting our clients’ business operations as well as supporting the rebuild of Afghanistan by employing local people as part of our teams.” Pilgrims has two offices in Afghanistan and has seen its operations in this region double in size over the past year. When commenting on Pilgrims’ service, the Resident Country Director for one client in Kabul commented: “I’d like to pass along my appreciation for the great job performed by the team here on the ground. Everyone did an excellent job; they were dependable, flexible in light of an ever changing schedule, and highly capable in all matters of security. The delegation visit last week was a great success, in large part due to the excellent service provided by your team here.” For more information on Pilgrims’ services in Afghanistan, call 0844 788 0180 (UK). For all overseas enquiries: +44 (0)1483 228778 www.pilgrimsgroup.com
Grundig, the German electronics manufacturer, will be exhibiting at IFSEC 2011, stand 5/C30, as part of its entry into the UK security market. The company will be demonstrating its latest range of CCTV products, all of which confirm Grundig’s reputation for exceptional functionality, reliability and production quality. Grundig will be introducing its IP and PAL camera ranges, suitable for internal and external applications. The IP camera functions include intelligent motion detection and full HD 1080 pixel resolution image quality. The Grundig PAL CCTV cameras use sophisticated digital signal processing, have 600 TVL horizontal resolution, Digital Noise Reduction technology and wide dynamic range to improve recording in backlit conditions. Video analytics for motion detection and tracking is built-in. PTZ and anti-vandal dome options are all available. The advanced Grundig DVR range will also be on display. This includes 8, 16 and 32 channel models; all equipped with a DVD-RW drive and two USB ports. Their advanced functionality allows bespoke, flexible system design and a range of back-up options. The DVRs support up to three monitors, with two models supporting up to six. Each Grundig DVR is designed for real-time, simultaneous recording on all channels, providing up to 4 CIF resolution. H.264 image compression technology and up to 8 Terabytes of internal hard drive storage ensure that sufficient memory is available for most applications. Back-up options include RAID and Mirror Mode using multiple internal hard drives or via a selection of external hard drive connections. Hard drives are all monitored via the DVR, sending an immediate email alert to a designated security operator, should a hard drive issue occur. Grundig Control Centre Software is also available for PC or central system management. 64 channels can be simultaneously displayed over two monitors, creating a 128 channel system. Alternatively, three monitors can offer live viewing, administration and a system overview map. Additional software modules add remote monitoring and web-enabled, mobile phone viewing functionality. Grundig will be demonstrating how its products offer comprehensive functionality, reliability, storage and flexibility to meet the needs of any security application. Contact +49(0)2191/374 9883 www.grundig-cctv.com
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Luminite, manufacturer of the wireless and hard-wired Genesis PIR detector systems, will be exhibiting at IFSEC 2011, stand 4/17. Genesis PIRs are available as wireless and hard-wired solutions. Luminite will also be launching its new IP communication system available for the Genesis wireless PIR range. It allows up to 64 PIRs to connect, without wires, to a Masthead transceiver, which in turn links over a standard IP network to CCTV recording and control equipment as well as Luminite’s free IP remote control & monitoring software. The hard-wired option includes a RS485 bus configuration. Up to 32 PIRs can connect together using a single, 4 core, CAT 5 cable, in a spur or looped configuration. The 3020 Gensis PIRs use dual sensing technology, significantly reducing false and nuisance alarms. They are only triggered if both sensors within the PIR are activated, either simultaneously or in sequence. The Genesis PIRs offer a broad range of lens options and detection ranges to suit all applications. They are made for external use from tough, weather-proof, polycarbonate. The hard-wired Genesis system allows for the traditional, direct, connection of PIRs to a DVR or NVR. However, the RS485 bus option enables natural groups of up to 32 detectors to connect together on a single cable, which is then run to the RS485 Adaptor. The RS485 bus has the potential to dramatically reduce cabling costs and installation time on-site, whilst increasing system reliability due to the reduction in wired connections. The Genesis wireless PIRs are even quicker to install. Their wireless connections enable them to be positioned for optimal detection performance, not restricted to where data cables or power is available. 64 PIRs can be used within each wireless system, within a 1km radius from a Masthead transceiver hub. The Masthead is connected by either RS232, or the newly available IP network connection, to a DVR or NVR. A Genesis Relay Unit, which enables 16 physical alarm and/or tamper switch outputs, can also be added to the system. Luminite’s Walk Test Instrument, designed for installers to verify the intruder detection range of a Genesis PIR and for confirming the wireless signal strength between the PIRs and Masthead, will also be on show. Testing and confirming signal strengths in this way helps installers to commission robust and reliable PIR detection networks. The Genesis, PIR series from Luminite is designed, built and supported in the UK. Contact +44 (0) 20 8368 7887 info@luminite.co.uk www.Luminite.co.uk
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MITIE creates 38 jobs with multimillion pound investment in Northern Ireland The UK’s newest hi-tech security hub, designed to protect some of the world’s largest companies, has opened today in Craigavon, Northern Ireland. MiTec is one of the most advanced security hubs in the UK and will help businesses protect their personnel and premises through a suite of services. These include 24 hour remote monitoring of sites and buildings, lone worker protection and real time vehicle tracking, all with close co-operation with the police and other emergency services. The centre, which has created 38 new jobs in Northern Ireland, has been built by MITIE, a FTSE 250 strategic outsourcing and energy services company, which has itself invested more than £2m in its development. It was officially opened today by Ruby McGregor-Smith, chief executive officer of MITIE, and Alastair Hamilton, chief executive of InvestNI, Northern Ireland’s economic development agency. Over 60 people from the security industry and MITIE’s clients attended the official unveiling including representatives of Capgemini, Capita and Eurostar. As well as monitoring facilities, MiTec provides real time response to incidents via “call outs” to local police forces and MITIE’s mobile security personnel. The seamless integration of these services makes it unique amongst security providers in the UK. It is also the first time that this range of services has been brought together under one roof and MiTec has been ‘future-proofed’ to ensure it can upgrade as technology advances and clients’ needs change. The centre has been designed to stringent BS 5979 Category II standards and is protected by high tensile steel walls and vibration detectors throughout. MITIE has revenues of £1.7bn and over 60,000 employees in the UK and Europe. It is a leading security provider in the UK, employing 12,000 officers and delivering 4,000 security contracts across 10,000 sites. Ruby McGregor- Smith, chief executive of MITIE said: “MiTec is an advanced security centre operating to world-class standards and allows us to protect our clients’ properties, information and personnel in the most cost effective way. “We decided to open MiTec in Northern Ireland because there is a talented and motivated workforce and I am very excited to be here today.” Bob Forsyth, managing director of MITIE Total Security Management said: “MITIE is investing heavily in its total security management business to give corporate clients greater protection at a more cost effective price. “We are achieving this by bringing together monitoring, response, vehicle tracking, employee vetting and other areas to provide a totally integrated offering. “Most importantly, MiTec is a completely future proofed building meaning it can adapt to the fast pace of technological change which is revolutionising security provision.” Contact www.mitie.com
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