Teledyne FLIR hosted elected officials, partners and employees to celebrate the completion of its newly upgraded facility in Elkridge, Maryland. The event featured remarks by U.S. Senator Ben Cardin and State Senator Guy Guzzone, among others, who praised the facility’s highly skilled workforce and Teledyne FLIR’s mission to develop technology that saves lives and livelihoods.

Guests were given a tour of the manufacturing floor and viewed demonstrations of the company’s advanced unmanned aerial and ground systems, including its Centaur and FirstLook robots, and SkyRaider and Black Hornet drones.

“I am proud that Maryland is home to innovative companies like Teledyne,” Senator Cardin said. “Teledyne’s cutting edge, life-saving research would not be possible without the highly skilled workforce available in Maryland. The dozens of new jobs created by this upgraded facility is a welcome investment in Elkridge and its surrounding communities.”

“Our ambitious Elkridge facility upgrade will add 150 new jobs and create a world class operation for the design, manufacture, and support of a wide variety of unmanned systems and integrated solutions,” said Teledyne FLIR Vice President and General Manager for the Unmanned Systems & Integrated Solutions business Roger Wells.

“We’re proud to be the leading provider of tactical ground robots to the U.S. military, and the infrastructure improvements made through this project will ensure that these critical systems are produced by our experienced team in Maryland,” Wells added.

Teledyne FLIR is investing more than $6 million in upgrades and future operational capacity. The 110,000 square foot Elkridge facility serves as a hub for the design and production of an array of unmanned air and ground platforms, surveillance and detection systems used by U.S. military and public safety agencies worldwide. The company has already hired 70 new full-time staff at its Elkridge operation since construction began and plans to add upwards of 80 more jobs in manufacturing, research and development, engineering, and design.

Delta, a global leader in power and thermal management solutions, and owner of surveillance subsidiary Vivotek, has approved the purchase of 100% of the shares in Infinova (Canada) Ltd., owner of Canadian-based video surveillance and business intelligence leader March Networks from Infinova International Ltd. for USD $114 million (approximately NTD $3,163,500,000) through its subsidiary Delta International Holding Limited B.V. The deal is expected to strengthen Delta’s presence in the growing video surveillance market and complement its building automation solutions.

Ping Cheng, Delta’s chief executive officer, said, “Security being an integral element of smart cities is boosting the global demand for video surveillance technologies. March Networks is a proven leader in providing end-to-end solutions to some of the world’s leading financial institutions, retailers, transit agencies, and commercial customers. We are confident that the collaboration between March Networks and Delta will expand our overall market opportunity and increase Delta’s exposure to the growing video market beyond our surveillance subsidiary Vivotek. March Networks’ cloud-based video solutions and business intelligence technologies set it apart and are also a perfect fit with our commitment to develop smart green solutions for a sustainable future.”

March Networks President and CEO, Peter Strom, said, “Delta’s financial strength and scale – with around $10 billion USD in annual revenues, over 80,000 employees, and deep M&A capability – will serve as an ideal platform for March Networks to accelerate its strategic plan of offering cloud-based video surveillance-as-a-service (VSaaS) and video-based business intelligence solutions to enterprises worldwide”. He added that March Networks’ customers and partners should expect no change to the high-quality products and services they’ve come to expect from March Networks as it embarks on its aggressive growth plans.

Following the closing of the transaction, it is expected that March Networks will continue to operate from its Canadian headquarters and the March Networks executive management team will continue to lead the organisation. The closing of the transaction is subject to satisfaction of certain closing conditions (such as regulatory approvals).

One of the top news of this summer! Partizan Security and Patriot Systems have entered into an integration agreement. Now our CCTV equipment, as well as Partizan cloud storage, will be fully compatible with Patriot software.

Patriot Systems is a well-known world leader in software solutions for security monitoring. The company was founded back in 1997. Patriot software is used by security companies around the world. Patriot Systems regional offices are successfully operating in the USA, Great Britain, Australia, New Zealand.

“We, as Partizan Security, always respect companies with a history, that have long become leaders in their market and do not lose their positions from year to year thanks to innovation. The great thing is that we are alike with many of them, share values ​​and find a common language – precisely as a leader with a leader. We are pleased with the new partnership agreement with Patriot Systems, and we believe that cooperation will bring many good results, because product quality and care for users are the key principles of our companies”, — commented Dmitriy Danilchenko, CEO and founder of Partizan Security.

We believe that integration will be an important step in the development of both companies! After all, Patriot Systems and Partizan Security are united by a common business ideology aimed at developing and improving our products.

In addition, we can also congratulate our customers with this partnership deal between Partizan Security and Patriot Systems. Will be even more features, functionality, innovation!

Dubai United Arab Emirates: Intersec – the world-leading emergency services, security and safety event – has strengthened its leadership team appointing expert industry veteran Alex Nicholl as Intersec Exhibition Head.

The senior hire is further demonstration of Intersec’s investment in the significant growth of the flagship event that will mark its return in January 2022 by uniting global leaders to discuss the challenges and opportunities within the industry at the highly anticipated event.

Nicholl ­– who has 20 years of experience in the events industry spanning India, the UAE and UK ­– brings deep expertise to Intersec, having held leading roles at major homeland security, aerospace and defense exhibitions, combined with almost two decades of service as a senior officer with the British Army.

Christine Davidson, Group Exhibition Director at Messe Frankfurt Middle East, said: “We are delighted to welcome Alex Nicholl to the Intersec team. With the immense focus on the industry in the last 18 months, Messe Frankfurt recognises that Intersec’s importance to the safety and security industry has never been greater, we are bringing the best in the industry onboard to develop the most relevant and comprehensive event for the industry. Alex’s sector experience is second to none, with two decades of defense and security events industry experience and eighteen years as a Senior Officer in the British Military his vast network of relationships across government and business entities will be invaluable. His appointment is testament to our commitment to deliver a world-class event that brings strategic value to the industry and meets the needs of every stakeholder, from government entities to sponsors, exhibitors and attendees.”

Alex Nicholl, Intersec Exhibition Head, said: “I am excited to be joining the most significant event in our industry. The exhibition brings the entire emergency services, security and safety ecosystem together at one time and, after limited opportunity to meet in recent times, Intersec’s 23^rd edition is set to be the best yet – we have listened to what our stakeholders need and have a ground-breaking event in development that will inspire discussion, collaboration, connections and business that will support them in building a safer and more secure world.”

Intersec, under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mansoor Bin Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, will be held at the Dubai World Trade Center from 16-18 January 2022 under the theme of ‘Uniting the world’s leading industry specialists for the safety & security of future generations.’

Demonstrating Intersec’s strategic importance to the UAE, long-standing Official Supporters include Dubai Police, Dubai Municipality, Dubai Civil Defence, Security Industry Regulatory Agency (SIRA) and NAFFCO, while additional government partners for 2022 will be announced shortly.

Seen as a nexus for the industry, Intersec will bring together thousands of its most powerful stakeholders for bilateral government and business discussions on mitigating and addressing vulnerabilities of the future. They will be joined by leading regional and international brands exhibiting the most innovative systems and solutions in a dynamic environment that will enable face-to-face and virtual exchange through interactive roundtables, workshops and ‘closed-door’ confidential conversations.

For more information about Intersec, please visit www.intersecexpo.com

Dealing with complex security problems related to large flow of people and vehicles has been a prevalent challenge over the years. Even with basic monitoring functions, common surveillance solutions nowadays still lack relevant features that address other customer requirements including target searching, customer statistical data, parking management, etc. However, by incorporating AI into surveillance devices, these further monitoring demands can be efficiently solved. AI-powered solutions not only provide early warning and real-time alerts for users to respond to security risks in time, but also offer advanced analytics and data statistics that can assist their business operations.

The Dahua TechMonth for October and November will feature one of Dahua’s key AI technologies that can help solve common surveillance issues and user’s monitoring pain points. To kick off the Dahua TechMonth, we have invited Dahua product manager Ms. Shirley Pei to give us some insights about the latest Dahua WizMind.

Hi Shirley! Can you tell us what is WizMind exactly?
Sure. Powered by deep learning algorithm, the Dahua WizMind is basically a comprehensive portfolio of project-oriented AI products and solutions, including IPC, NVR, PTZ, XVR, thermal imaging devices, and software platforms. It is designed to meet the complex requirements of high-end vertical markets, such as retail, energy, finance and transportation. Its main applications are based on human and vehicle, which address the ever escalating complexity of security challenges like large flow of people and vehicles. At the same time, it also provides applications based on object and thermal imaging.

Aside from providing basic functions, can human-based WizMind benefit business analysis as well?
Yes, of course. The human-based WizMind offers intelligent AI features like face recognition, privacy protection, human video metadata, stereo analysis, people counting and so on. It provides accurate data based on human attributes and behaviors, which can help users to respond to the situation accordingly. The generated data can also be used to help managers optimize their business operation and aid their decision making. And of course, we have considered user privacy for this functions, in fact, there are flexible options for users to customize their monitoring based on their actual needs.

Can you elaborate more about the vehicle-based WizMind and how it can boost road safety and parking efficiency?
Ok. As we all know, ensuring traffic safety and efficiency is a headache for a lot of cities all over the world. The WizMind based on vehicles, as it name indicates, pertains to our vehicle-based AI technologies including ANPR, vehicle metadata, illegal parking detection, and parking space management. It’s widely used in urban roads, residential communities, parking lots and toll stations to alleviate traffic congestion and improve driver’s experience. The Dahua Smart Parking Management Solution, for example, can help drivers locate an available parking space in real time. The WizMind ANPR IPC can be deployed at the entrance/exit of a residential complex to automatically identify the residents’ vehicle number plates. It provides convenience to drivers and helps save labor costs.

There’s a WizMind function that can help find missing items, is that true?
Yes! It’s possible using our object-based WizMind. It is equipped with deep learning algorithms that can detect objects like boxes, backpacks, luggage bags, bikes, etc. It effectively filters out interference caused by light, animals and other irrelevant objects, thus providing accurate alarm and reducing false alarms. With these capabilities, it can offer real-time detection of abandoned or missing objects with linkage alarm connected to the administrator to find missing items in time. It is suitable for railway stations, bus stations, and airports, where there’s a large flow of travelers and commuters on daily basis. In some cases, it is also used to detect objects obstructing fire lanes and fire exits.

How does WizMind use thermal imaging technology to detect intrusion and early fire?
Basically, WizMind utilizes thermal imaging technology to achieve 24/7 ultra-long range monitoring that can recognize human and vehicle even from far distances and even under harsh environments with fog, haze, snow, and so on. A Dahua thermal camera can be deployed in perimeter areas as it can detect both people and vehicles from afar, which helps alert authorities in time in case of intrusion. It is also ideal in ports and docks to detect water vessels even in harsh weather conditions. Aside from that, these WizMind thermal cameras can also help prevent waste and forest fires at an early stage because it can detect mild differences in temperature change.

Can third-party platforms integrate with the Dahua WizMind series?
Yes they can! The Dahua WizMind is compatible with global video management systems, like Milestone, Axxon, Avigilon, ISS, Qognify, and Mirasys. Users can use our very own Dahua Open Platform (DHOP) for WizMind IPCs and thermal cameras based on their actual needs. We also offer sufficient API to allow our technology partners to integrate with WizMind products. At present, we already have more than 15 existing technology partners and more than 18 applications available.

Hangzhou, China / September 28, 2021. Dahua Technology, a world-leading video-centric smart IoT solution and service provider, and Yeastar, the world’s leading provider of SME PBX systems, jointly announced today their new ECO partnership on PBX-Intercom integration. The two top-notched companies aim to provide a comprehensive and unified communication solution for Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs), allowing mutual customers to benefit from visual intercom, remote access control, integrated video conferencing, instant messaging, file sharing, multi-client management, easy configuration, as well as many other advanced features and communication experience.

Since its first launch in June 2020, the Dahua Eco Partner Program (DEPP) has integrated with more than 80 companies in the industry. “It’s great to have Yeastar in our Eco Partner Program. Dahua has been committed to building a smart ecosystem together with global technology partners and looking forward to creating joint value for customers through integrated solutions,” says Peter Pan, Dahua Global Technology Partner Alliance Director.

The seamless interoperability of Dahua’s intercom devices (DHI-VTO2201F-P, DHI-VTH2421FB/FW) and Yeastar P-Series PBX System (P550, P560, P570) has been proven after a series of tests and certifications, making it ideal for remote intercom communications and public access control in various industries, such as office buildings, airports, hospitals, schools, etc.

In simple terms, with the PBX-Intercom integration, SME customers can:

– control the intercom system remotely anytime from any Yeastar PBX extension;
– see who is at the front door and converse easily via the IP Video Phone or Yeastar Linkus Web Client;
– screen visitors at entrances, car parks and security barriers;
– automatically forward door phone calls to mobile number or Linkus Mobile Client when not answered.

“We are now glad to join hands with Dahua Technology to help our mutual customers streamline operations and improve working efficiency with easy deployment and all-inclusive features. ECO partnership is also in line with our common value pursuit – create more and better smart technology products & solutions – and keeping with our national innovation-led technology aspiration,” said Prince Cai, Vice President of Yeastar.

About Yeastar
Yeastar provides cloud-based and on-premise VoIP PBXs and VoIP gateways for SMEs and delivers unified communications solutions that connect co-workers and clients more efficiently. Founded in 2006, Yeastar has established itself as a global leader in the telecommunications industry with a global partner network and over 350,000 customers worldwide. Yeastar customers enjoy the flexible and cost-effective communications solutions that have been consistently recognized in the industry for high performance and innovation. For more information about Yeastar, please visit https://www.Yeastar.com.