What happened?
Milestone Systems and Telenot announced a new technology partnership at Security Essen. At the heart of the collaboration is the integration of the hiplex family of intrusion detection panels, specifically the hiplex 8400H, into the Milestone XProtect video management software. The joint solution is scheduled to launch in early 2027.
The details
The goal of the integration is to more closely link intrusion detection technology and video management, providing users with a central platform for handling security-relevant events. The integration enables bidirectional data exchange between both systems: alarm and status messages from the hiplex panels can be displayed and processed directly within XProtect. In addition, the integration is designed to allow selected functions of the intrusion detection system to be controlled directly from the Milestone interface.
A key advantage of the solution lies in linking detection points with video cameras. Security managers can assign specific cameras to individual detectors and visualize the corresponding areas within XProtect. Systems and detection points can also be displayed on maps and incorporated into existing security workflows. In the event of an alarm, relevant video footage is intended to be displayed immediately, allowing users to gain a faster overview of the situation and assess events more efficiently.
The hiplex platform is VdS-C and EN Grade 3 certified and is used in commercial buildings, retail environments, and private properties, among others. The integration is based on Milestone's open platform strategy, which enables various security and building systems to be brought together in a shared user interface. With the addition of the hiplex family, the Milestone ecosystem now expands to include Telenot's intrusion detection technology.
Context
The combination of intrusion detection technology and video management is intended to support alarm verification in particular and make it easier to classify false alarms. This is a key aspect for operators of security systems, since quickly and reliably distinguishing between genuine threat situations and false alarms reduces operational effort and improves response time in emergencies.
The partnership fits into an industry-wide trend in which video, alarm, and other security systems are increasingly being brought together on a shared platform. For operators, this means simplified operation, greater transparency, and an improved situational overview in daily operations. Instead of monitoring several separate systems in parallel, security managers gain a consolidated view of all relevant events with an integrated solution.
Practical tips
- Operators already using Milestone XProtect should factor in the planned hiplex integration when planning upcoming expansions or upgrades to their intrusion detection technology.
- For properties with heightened security requirements, such as commercial premises or retail environments, linking detection points with camera footage can significantly improve response times to alarm events.
- Since the solution won't launch until early 2027, planners and installers should keep the rollout in mind to schedule projects accordingly.
- The VdS-C and EN Grade 3 certification of the hiplex panels is relevant when selecting systems for properties with corresponding security requirements.
Outlook
With the planned market launch in early 2027, it remains to be seen how the integration will be received in practice and what concrete added value it will offer for different application areas. The partnership between Milestone and Telenot underscores the trend toward open, cross-vendor platforms that bring together various security disciplines. For the industry, this is likely to provide further impetus for similar integrations between video management and other security systems.
