Driven by value-added services, more savvy end users and thinking beyond security, the video market continues its steady climb to new heights.

Integrators aim to provide clients with the most effective and efficient solution possible. When they know what questions to ask manufacturers, that goal becomes much more attainable.

Samsung Techwin America announced a partnership with Veracity, and together they are launching TRINITY, an IP network video surveillance solution that does not require a network video recorder. 

Eagle Eye Networks Inc. and SureView Systems announced an integration of the Eagle Eye Security Camera Video Management System (VMS) and the SureView Immix alarm management software. 

Hikvision USA Inc. partnered with Control4 to bring video surveillance technology to the Smart House market.

Once only available to government clients, 3M is now bringing its security solutions to new sectors.

If you haven’t heard of BOLIN Technology, you soon will. BOLIN is a relatively new kid on the U.S. block, but they’ve been in the industry for years, designing and manufacturing high-performance industrial and professional grade integrated PTZ cameras. 

ONVIF, the global standardization initiative for IP-based physical security products, hosted its annual membership meeting and elections in late October, providing an update to members on ONVIF activities and accomplishments over the past year.

In general, 4K UHD refers to an input, display panel or projector that has four times the resolution of high-definition (HD) video. 4K UHD actually defines two different resolutions.

When deciding if thermal imaging is the right technology for your installation, consider outdoor applications/nuisance alarms; uses other than security; whether you need a second camera; and how the analytics can be employed.