Integrated Systems Europe (ISE) has announced the launch of the ISE Foundation, an industry-led initiative aimed at strengthening the AV and systems integration sector in the long term. In addition to the annual exhibition, the Foundation will provide year-round programs that connect professionals, support startups, and develop community projects in Barcelona and Catalonia. The initiative was established in cooperation with AVIXA and CEDIA, with the support of the Barcelona City Council and the Government of Catalonia, further extending ISE’s impact beyond the four-day exhibition. It was unveiled on the opening day of ISE 2026 under the theme “Powering On, Together” as a strategic step toward continuous industry development.

One of the Foundation’s main priorities will be workforce development, as the shortage of skilled professionals remains a challenge for manufacturers, integrators, and service providers. The “Training the Trainers” program will educate instructors based on curricula developed by AVIXA and CEDIA, with plans to involve up to 150 educational institutions. In addition, AV Career Days will be organized, along with vocational education pathways designed to lead directly to employment within the industry. The second pillar of the initiative focuses on innovation and support for startup companies, building on the Innovation Park at ISE 2026, where 130 young companies participated. The Foundation will provide mentorship, investor connections, and access to industry networks to help ideas reach commercial application more quickly.

The third focus is social responsibility through projects in healthcare, education, and culture in cooperation with local institutions and organizations. “The ISE Foundation formalizes our commitment to the AV sector while strengthening ties with our host city. Together with the industry and local institutions, we aim to create a lasting legacy that supports innovation, talent development, and community engagement year-round,” said Mike Blackman, Managing Director of Integrated Systems Events.

Ruijie Reyee has completed a network infrastructure upgrade at the Shenyang Imperial Palace in China, one of only two preserved imperial palace complexes in the country and a UNESCO World Heritage site. The nearly 400-year-old complex covers about 60,000 square meters and includes more than 100 historic buildings with over 500 rooms and around 100,000 artifacts.

The existing network could not support the growing number of visitors, especially in the busiest halls where thousands of people simultaneously used digital guides and mobile applications. Some areas, including underground exhibition halls and outer courtyards, had no signal at all, while a single shared network for guests and staff posed security risks and slowed museum operations. The outdated infrastructure also could not support planned artifact protection systems, environmental sensors, and interactive visitor services.

Ruijie Reyee implemented a new solution with 99.5 percent Wi-Fi coverage, using a combination of high-density and directional access points adapted to the thick walls of the historic buildings. A single access point can serve more than 200 users simultaneously, while the system automatically balances traffic loads to prevent congestion.

The network is segmented into separate environments for visitors, administration, security devices, and emergency systems, protecting museum data and operations from public Wi-Fi traffic. The backbone is a 10-gigabit infrastructure ready for future IoT devices, and a simplified topology reduced cabling by about 30 percent, minimizing intervention on the historic structure.

The system is managed through a cloud platform with AI diagnostics, enabling remote maintenance and faster troubleshooting. Following the upgrade, visitors now enjoy reliable access to digital guides and online content, while museum operations—from ticketing to video surveillance and environmental monitoring—run securely on a separate network.

The new infrastructure also allows future expansion of security systems and interactive services without additional construction work, upgrading the historic site technologically while preserving its cultural value.

The company Senstar Technologies Corporation announced it has completed the acquisition of Blickfeld GmbH after receiving regulatory approvals and fulfilling all closing conditions. The agreement, first announced in December 2025, was funded with €10.4 million in cash plus an additional €1 million in performance-based earnouts. Blickfeld is a long-standing Senstar partner and a producer of 3D LiDAR sensors with integrated software for security, volume monitoring, industrial and traffic applications.

With this acquisition, Senstar strengthens its multi-layer physical security offering by adding high-precision 3D LiDAR sensors designed to protect perimeters and critical infrastructure points. The combined technologies are expected to improve detection accuracy, reduce false alarms and enhance situational awareness, while also expanding use cases to traffic monitoring and movement analytics.

“We are thrilled to welcome Dr. Mathias Müller and the Blickfeld team to Senstar. By combining our proven perimeter intrusion detection systems and intelligent video management software with advanced 3D LiDAR technology, we are uniquely positioned to deliver next-generation security solutions that address our customers’ most critical challenges,” said Fabien Haubert, CEO of Senstar.

Blickfeld will continue to operate autonomously with Senstar’s support, while the company and its North American subsidiary will remain part of the group under their current names. Senstar stated the acquisition reflects its strategy of technological development and global expansion, particularly in critical infrastructure protection and emerging markets that require LiDAR-based situational awareness.

Canon continues to expand its portfolio of professional PTZ (Pan-Tilt-Zoom) cameras designed for automated capture and remote operation in environments where traditional production would require larger crews. The solutions are used in videoconferencing, education, corporate presentations and houses of worship, as well as in event production, sports broadcasting and monitoring of large facilities.

The core of the range is the indoor CR-N series (CR-N100, CR-N300 and CR-N500), offering 4K recording, IP video transmission and integration into existing AV and IT systems. The cameras support standard streaming protocols and can be connected to livestreaming platforms and production systems, while optical zoom and advanced autofocus enable automatic tracking of speakers or lecturers without the constant presence of a camera operator.

For more demanding scenarios, the CR-X series—particularly the CR-X300—is designed for outdoor use. Its weather-resistant housing allows installation in stadiums, urban environments and infrastructure sites, where the camera can serve both production and security video monitoring purposes.

In addition to cameras, Canon also offers dedicated PTZ controllers enabling centralized management of multiple cameras simultaneously. Using a joystick and programmable buttons, operators can control movement, zoom, preset positions and exposure, allowing productions to be managed from a control room or even a remote location. This combination of cameras and controllers supports remote production workflows while significantly reducing the need for on-site technical staff.

The full range of Canon PTZ cameras and controllers was also exhibited at the company’s booth during ISE 2026 in Barcelona, where live demonstrations highlighted network-based control, automated capture and integration with AV infrastructure. Visitors were able to see how a single controller can operate several cameras and how events or lectures can be produced with minimal logistics, underscoring the growing role of PTZ technology in professional production and modern security systems.

EL.MO. has introduced a new intrusion control panel capable of managing up to 80 inputs while integrating both wired devices and devices connected via an RS-485 bus. The solution also supports remote control, allowing users to monitor and operate the security system from a distance.

The new panel is designed as a single control unit for advanced intrusion detection, intended to protect retail areas, warehouses, and offices within one unified system. The manufacturer states that the device offers customizable operating logic and broad possibilities for future integration with other security solutions.

In addition, installation is simplified, while security personnel gain a higher level of control over the system and its functions. The company says the goal of the solution is to provide more efficient protection of facilities along with the flexibility required for future upgrades and expansions.

The company Senstar has announced an educational webinar dedicated to the security of solar parks, a segment experiencing rapid growth in Estonia and across Europe. As renewable energy capacity continues to expand, protecting large photovoltaic sites is becoming a key concern for operators and investors.

According to the company, the main challenge is not only intruder detection but also finding the right balance between project budgets and system accuracy. Drawing on experience from projects worldwide, Senstar has developed an approach that helps integrators meet tender requirements while ensuring reliable protection for large PV installations.

The webinar, scheduled for February 25 and led by Maciej Kolbuszowski, will explain how site characteristics influence technology selection, how to align costs with expected system performance, and how to optimize response times while significantly reducing nuisance alarms. A special focus will be placed on choosing between sensor-based solutions and video analytics, in order to determine the optimal perimeter protection strategy.

Senstar notes that securing renewable energy infrastructure is increasingly important both for production continuity and for safeguarding investments, and the session will provide practical guidance that can be immediately applied in energy facility protection projects.

Registration link: SENSTAR webinar