The Security Industry Association (SIA) has announced the winners of the SIA New Product Showcase Awards Program.

Winners were recognized on stage at ISC West 2018, North America’s largest security trade show, and IPConfigure took top honors as Best in Show.

The SIA New Product Showcase received 122 entries in 2018 – beating the previous record from 2017 – with technologies covering 29 categories.

IPConfigure was recognized with the Best New Product award for its Orchid Core VMS for AXIS Camera Application Platform (ACAP).

“The SIA New Product Showcase challenges our industry’s solutions developers to create and deliver exceptional security offerings, and this year we saw many new entrants competing in the showcase,” said SIA CEO Don Erickson.

“It’s always a highly competitive program, and I congratulate IPConfigure for distinguishing itself by winning Best New Product overall – particularly notable considering the high number of entrants.”

Since its inception in 1979, SIA NPS has been the security industry’s premier awards-based marketing program.

This year’s NPS Program had 122 entries from small, medium and large companies in the security industry. This number set a record for entrants in recent years.

In addition, the prestigious Judges’ Choice Award was presented to Allegion for its Von Duprin Remote Undogging and Monitoring Kit.

The NPS judges presented awards in 29 product and service categories.

The full SIA NPS Award Winner’s List appears below.

2018 SIA New Product Showcase (NPS) Best New Product Award

• IPConfigure; Orchid Core VMS for AXIS Camera Application Platform (ACAP)

(See a brief demo & introduction. Courtesy of IPConfigure and Vimeo)

The Orchid Core VMS “provides local and remote access to live and recorded video through an intuitive Web browser interface, with the same user experience on both workstations and mobile devices.

In addition, each Axis Communications network cameras and video encoder equipped with an ARTPEC-6 processor can now host Orchid Core VMS’ recording engine, database, video storage, and an encrypted Web browser interface for live viewing, search, and video playback functions.

While Orchid Core VMS runs as a self-contained application on Axis cameras, it also supports federating with Orchid Fusion and Orchid Fusion Cloud for enterprise deployments with unlimited cameras, users, and locations via a unified user interface.

2018 SIA New Product Showcase (NPS) Judges’ Choice Award                             

• Allegion; Von Duprin Remote Undogging Kit for Exit Devices

According to Allegion, the product allows remote undogging (locking) of mechanical exit devices – commonly found on secondary perimeter openings in many institutions.

The Von Duprin RU retrofit kit for exit devices is billed as “a cost-effective solution for these secondary openings that enables remote undogging for centralized lock down and door status monitoring.”

The Von Duprin® RU retrofit kit from Allegion is a wireless solution that enables remote undogging and door status monitoring. Ideal for the K-12 market, it enhances perimeter security by providing electronic override of mechanical dogging to effectively lockdown the facility in an emergency.

2018 SIA NPS Category Award Winners

Access Control Devices & Peripherals

• RBH Access Technologies, Blueline

The Blueline series of credential readers combines proven technologies of the past with the emerging technologies of today.

Through one product line a customer can maximize the benefits of Mifare, Desfire, Fingerprint, OSDP, Ultra-High Secure Credential (UHSC), Mobile Credentials, NFC and Bluetooth to create a customizable security solution that’s right for their infrastructure.

Blueline is an ergonomically esthetically pleasing design that fits all solutions from the smallest user to the largest corporations.

• Honorable Mention: FEIG Electronics; Wiegand Switch

Existing vehicle access control applications with two lanes require two separate RFID readers, whereas now only one reader, such as the ISC.LRU1002, can handle two lanes.

Additional advantages to implementing the Wiegand Switch include reduced hardware costs and less space needed for the security electronics – a critical issue for gate and parking installations.

Access Control Devices & Peripherals Wireless

• ASSA ABLOY; Yale nexTouch Sectional Mortise Lock

The nexTouch Sectional Mortise Keypad Lock an ANSI/BHMA Grade 1 certified mortise lock offers robust security for a wide range of commercial and multi-family applications, either as a standalone lock or integrated into a scalable access control system via plug-in modules.

Access Control Software & Controllers

• Brivo; Brivo ACS300 Wireless Access Controller

The ACS300 is a modern two-door controller featuring a built-in Bluetooth credential reader, optional WiFi connectivity, and IT-friendly Power Over Ethernet, all packaged in a visually appealing design that would look at home in any modern office.

Cloud Solutions

• Honeywell; MAXPRO Cloud

(This integrated cloud-based video and access control management system gives you the information that matters, anytime and anywhere. Courtesy of Honeywell Security and Fire and YouTube)

Commercial Monitoring Solutions

• NETGEAR; FlexPower Camera & FlexPower Base Station

Netgear FlexPower is the first wire-free, ONVIF^® compliant IP camera for small business surveillance.

This weather-resistant, battery-powered, wire-free camera offers the simplest installation and the flexibility to be mounted in places where power cables just can’t reach.

The FlexPower Base Station provides secure wireless connectivity for up to 4 FlexPower cameras, while enabling extended battery life and ONVIF^® compliance for FlexPower cameras.

With its flexible mounting options, the Base Station can be installed on the ceiling, wall, or placed on any flat surface.

• Honorable Mention: Louroe Electronics; Digifact A

The all-new Digifact™ A is an IP microphone with audio analytics capabilities and an onboard processor to meet today’s security needs.

The Digifact features a quad-core processor that streams audio over multiple industry standards including Real Time Streaming Protocol (RTSP) and can be easily connected to leading VMS platforms.

It incorporates audio and signal processing for clear audio capture quality and a wide dynamic range.

Convergence and Integrated Software and Solutions

• ASSA ABLOY; ASSA ABLOY Openings Studio Electrical Elevations

(ASSA ABLOY Openings Studio® is designed for architects, contractors, distributors, and end user facility owners working in a 3D Building Information Model (BIM) environment. Courtesy of ASSA ABLOY and YouTube)

Cybersecurity

• Razberi Technologies; Razberi CameraDefense

(Automated camera hardening and cybersecurity protection for surveillance cameras and systems. Courtesy of Razberi Technologies and YouTube)

Drones/Robotics

• Cobalt Robotics; Cobalt

(Cobalt is building indoor robots for security, designed to work alongside human guards to provide better security than people can do alone. Our robots have the sensing, computation, and intelligence of an autonomous car. A fleet of Cobalt robots is comparable to an extremely competent guard with super-human capabilities and omnipresent situational awareness across an entire organization. Courtesy of Cobalt Robotics and YouTube)

Emergency Communication/Mass Notification Systems

• Telecor; eVisual Console

The eSeries Administrative Console is a PoE (Power over Ethernet) Master Station used to initiate paging announcements and audio program distributions or easily establish two-way voice intercom with any other eSeries Console, Ceiling Speaker, or Wall Station.

The display shows information about incoming or outgoing calls. The user has a choice of going hands-free with the built-in microphone/loudspeaker or having a private conversation by picking up the handset.

Feature keys make it simple for users to scroll through a list of incoming calls, select a public address zone to make an announcement, or select a source for audio distribution to specific locations.

• Honorable Mention: Pro-Lite, Inc.; ReAct! by Pro-Lite

In an emergency, every second counts, timely instructions to help people react quickly and decisively can help save many lives.

With its innovative and patented built-in ultra-bright LED strobe light and LED messaging features, Pro-Lite’s ReACT! can quickly alert a localized audience of the emergency and provide location-specific instructions to help guide pe0ple to safety.

Fire / Life Safety

• Advanced; DynamixSmoke

DynamixSmoke from Advanced gives you complete and active smoke control from the fire system.

Easy to set up, configure and use, thanks to their 4-step configuration process.

Green / Sustainable Solutions Products

• ASSA ABLOY; Ecoflex Electrified Exit Trim

ASSA ABLOY’s EcoFlex exit trim can be used as an electrified exit device in stand-alone applications, in conjunction with a wall reader, or as part of an integrated access control lock, making it an excellent solution for a variety of applications, including K-12 and Higher Education, Healthcare, and Hospitality.

Intrusion Detection and Prevention Solutions

• Axis Communications; AXIS D2050-VE Network Radar Detector

(AXIS D2050-VE Network Radar Detector is a reliable and accurate radar which detects approaching trespassers on your premises. With a 120 degrees horizontal detection coverage and 50 meters (164 feet) range, the radar detector delivers exact position of a moving object, and allows for visual identification together with a camera. The radar detector is suitable for area protection and makes it possible to detect moving objects with high accuracy. Courtesy of Axis Communications and YouTube)

• Axis Communications

  • 2017 Silver ‘ASTORS’ Homeland Security Award Winner
  • XP40-Q1942 Explosion-Protected PT Thermal Network Camera
  • Best IP Video Surveillance Solution
    • *Also a 2016 ‘ASTORS’ Homeland Security Awards Winner

• Honorable Mention: Gallagher; Gallagher Class 5 Intruder Alarm System

Gallagher’s Class 5 IAS provides you with a fully encrypted and authenticated, compliant Class 5 level Alarm System, the highest level of the AS/NZS 2201 intruder alarm system standard.

Intrusion Detection & Prevention Solutions Wireless

• Johnson Controls; iotega

(The next generation wireless security and automation platform provides your customers with the security they already know and trust, along with the freedom to choose their favorite home automation devices. Generate revenue by providing your customers with the flexibility to start with a security only package and scalability to upgrade to a full security and home automation solution. Nothing offers better piece of mind as users can remotely monitor their home/business, regardless of how tech savvy they are. You will save time and money with iotega as installations are made simple with the latest innovations in wireless networking technology. Courtesy of DSC and YouTube)

Law Enforcement / Guarding Systems

• Robotic Assistance Devices; Security Control Observation Tower (SCOT)

The new Security Control and Observation Tower (SCOT™) is ideal for any application where long-range human detection, automated and custom interaction, and a visible security presence are needed to expand an organization’s situational awareness while protecting people and assets from outside threats.

• Robotic Assistance Devices

  • 2017 Platinum ‘ASTORS’ Homeland Security Award Winner
  • SMP/RAD S5 Robotic Guard
  • Best Robotic Perimeter Protection Solution

Lock Systems and Secure Storage Containers

• BQT Solutions; Electronic Roller Door Lock

The BQT Solutions Electronic Roller Door Lock is a low voltage motor driven lock suited for securing roller shutters and doors.

Designed to be installed internally, it can be surface mounted horizontally or vertically on the floor or wall.

The YR10 is supplied with a matching strike plate and is strong enough to prevent forced entry on any style or size of door.

Loss Prevention and Article Surveillance Solutions

• Dri Mark Products, Inc.; FlashTest Counterfeit Detector

(Learn how to use Dri Mark’s Flash Test to check for counterfeit currency in 3 easy steps. Courtesy of Dri Mark and YouTube)

Mobile Apps

• Iris ID Systems Inc.; iCAM M300 Biometric Multimode Android Phone

The Iris ID iCAM M300 is a handheld, Android-based multimode platform for fast and accurate biometric enrollment and identification. Iris and facial modes are embedded.

An optional snap-on module provides for FBI-compliant single fingerprint collection.

Also included are magstripe and contactless card support, as well as an MRZ reader to verity ePassports.

• A 2016 ‘ASTORS’ Platinum Homeland Security Award Winner

Network Support Solutions

• Microsemi; SyncServer S80

The Microsemi SyncServer S80 is a fully integrated GPS/GLONASS antenna, receiver, NTP server, and Power over Ethernet (PoE) interface that easily integrates into existing PoE infrastructure to immediately be the source of accurate, secure, and reliable time stamps for all network connected devices.

Network isolated physical security systems benefit as the ruggedized Stratum 1 network time server is ideal for time-synchronizing IP security cameras, access control devices, and digital/network video recorders.

SyncServer S80 is also suitable for synchronizing the time on small enterprise networks.

Outdoor Perimeter Protection

• NETGEAR; Arlo Security Light

With the Arlo Security Light, you can light up your front porch, driveway, deck, back yard, and other outdoor areas around your home with customizable lights.

Position the Arlo Security Light virtually anywhere with the easily adjustable mounts. Powered by removable rechargeable batteries or an optional solar panel.

Personal Protective Equipment

• Ontech Security S.L.; Wardiam Safety

(The Wardiam project aims to develop an intrusion detection and alarm system using a novel proximity sensor, based on the detection of disturbances in the magnetic fields generated by the sensor, and a video-tracking system capable of identifying the intruder during their entry into the installation, and to continue monitoring the intruder while inside the installation. This camera system will include hand-over capabilities that actively switches to the camera with the best view of the intruder. Courtesy of Ontech Security and YouTube)

Residential and Monitoring Solutions

• Reliance Worldwide Corporation; Streamlabs Smart Home Water Monitor

(Always on. Always listening. With advanced ultrasonic technology, our monitor stays tuned to the pulse of your home’s water, delivering accurate usage data in real time. It’s simple to install and mounts to your main water line in minutes. No pipe-cutting required. Courtesy of StreamLabs and YouTube)

Tools and Hardware

• Axis Communications; AXIS Device Manager

Axis Communications, AXIS Device Manager, is a comprehensive on-premise device management tool that offers an easy, cost-effective and secure way to manage all major installation and operational device management tasks.

In a world where security threats are becoming more common, AXIS Device Manager facilitates proactive device and network protection.

It is suitable for managing up to a couple thousand Axis network cameras, access control and audio devices on one site — or several thousand devices across multiple sites.

• Axis Communications

  • 2017 Silver ‘ASTORS’ Homeland Security Award Winner
  • XP40-Q1942 Explosion-Protected PT Thermal Network Camera
  • Best IP Video Surveillance Solution
    • *Also a 2016 ‘ASTORS’ Homeland Security Awards Winner

User Authentication, Identification, Credentialing & Management

• IDEMIA; MorphoWave Compact by IDEMIA

MorphoWave™ Compact, is the newest addition to its range of products for frictionless biometric access control.

This masterpiece of engineering relies on IDEMIA’s patented, touchless 3D fingerprint technology: it delivers the field-proven performance of the award-wining MorphoWave Tower in a stylish and compact reader, designed for wall-mounted access control and time & attendance applications.

Video Analytics

• IC Realtime; Ella

ella is your video gateway to the deep learning engine, ella.

This small, discreet computer is installed on your local network with the rest of your security cameras. It’s fanless design is completely quiet, and install through setup can be done in a matter of minutes. The box itself is about the size of a deck of playing cards.

ella is capable of analyzing interesting events from 3 separate 1080P streams.

• Honorable Mention: Verint; Verint FaceDetect

(Verint FaceDetect™ is a powerful and versatile video analysis solution that can provide situational intelligence to security operations centers through powerful facial recognition technology. Verint FaceDetect boasts one of the most accurate matching algorithms in the industry. Courtesy of Verint and YouTube)

Video Surveillance Advanced Imaging Technologies

• Vumii Imaging Inc.; Sii FG

(The Sii FG RFVS camera gives clear vision to train operators for hundreds of meters. In this video, the fog was so thick that visibility was below 10 meters with the naked eye. People on the tracks could not see the train coming, but they were clearly visible to those on board. Courtesy of Vumii Imaging Inc. and YouTube)

• Honorable Mention: Axis Communications; AXIS P1280-E Thermal Network Camera

AXIS P1280-E delivers all the benefits of thermal detection at a price that’s within reach.

Thanks to built-in analytics – or advanced analytics from our partners or Axis – it reliably detects people, vehicles and objects regardless of light conditions or attempts at camouflage.

It can be used as a cost-effective detector with visual confirmation for safety of both people and property in numerous environments. It also helps to decrease false alarms.

• Axis Communications

  • 2017 Silver ‘ASTORS’ Homeland Security Award Winner
  • XP40-Q1942 Explosion-Protected PT Thermal Network Camera
  • Best IP Video Surveillance Solution
    • *Also a 2016 ‘ASTORS’ Homeland Security Awards Winner

Video Surveillance Cameras HD (Megapixel)

• Hanwha Techwin; XNV-6085

(Wisenet X powered by Wisenet 5 network outdoor vandal dome camera, eXtraLUX features 1/2″ sensor with F0.94 lens, PTRZ, easy access to all ports, 2MP, full HD (1080p) @60fps WDR off/on (120dB) or @30fps WDR on (150dB), motorized vari-focal lens 4.0x (4.1~16.4mm) (100°~26.2.9°), H.265/H.264/MJPEG, WiseStream II compression technology, 150dB WDR, USB port for easy installation, advanced video analytics and sound classification, true D/N, dual SD card, hallway view, HLC, Defog detection, DIS , 12VDC/24VAC/PoE, IP67, IK10, NEMA 4X, built-in -40°F heater. Courtesy of Hanwha Techwin Security Solution and YouTube)

Video Surveillance Cameras IP

• MOBOTIX AG; M16 Thermal

(The intelligent video system with an integrated high-performance thermal image sensor takes full advantage of the M16 camera design. Thanks to the two directly adjacent lenses, there is also a thermal overlay function with image overlay (thermal and optical) to pinpoint the exact location of hotspots like smoldering fires in a visible image. Courtesy of MOBOTIX and YouTube)

• Konica Minolta MOBOTIX

  • 2017 Gold ‘ASTORS’ Homeland Security Award Winner
  • MOBOTIX Thermal TR with MxActivity Sensor and 6MP Moonlight Technology Lens
  • Best IP Video Surveillance Solution

• Konica Minolta MOBOTIX

  • 2017 Gold ‘ASTORS’ Homeland Security Award Winner
  • MOBOTIX Thermal TR with MxActivity Sensor and 6MP Moonlight Technology Lens
  • Best Perimeter Deterrent System

Video Surveillance Data Storage

• Micron Technology, Inc.; Micron Industrial microSD Card

(With their new edge storage microSD card solutions, Micron is enabling primary storage of high-quality surveillance video in-camera, eliminating the need and expense of local network storage and the risk of data loss from network disruptions. Micron’s Edge Storage solutions for surveillance… smart, reliable, and secure. Courtesy of MicronTechnology and YouTube)

Video Surveillance Hardware and Accessories

• Paige Datacom Solutions; GameChanger Cable

The Gamechanger has been designed to exceed standards and optimize performance for CCTV applications.

With increased gauge size, a carefully designed twisting and a specialty materials, the GameChanger is the only thing you need to bring 1080p video with power of Ethernet up to 850 feet!

Video Surveillance Management Systems

• March Networks; March Networks 8724 V Tribrid NVR

(Find out why some of the world’s largest organizations have made the switch to our high-performance 8000 Series Hybrid Network Video Recorders. Built for rock-solid reliability and available in 32, 16, 8 and 4-channel models, these video recorders make it easier for organizations to migrate from analog to high-definition IP video on a single recording platform. Courtesy of March Networks and YouTube)

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