Vicon
About
Vicon Industries is a security technology company that has been operating for over 55 years, providing physical security solutions including AI-powered cameras, video management software, and access control systems. The company serves a range of industries including K-12 schools, manufacturing, and smart cities, offering both cloud-based and on-premises security platforms. Vicon designs and sells its own hardware and software, including the Anavio cloud security platform and the Valerus on-premi...
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Ideal Customer
- Vicon explicitly markets to 'companies and businesses of all sizes,' with a global customer base ranging from small franchisees up through Fortune 500 enterprises and complex multi-site campus environments.
- Their tiered licensing structure (VAX Essentials for up to 40 doors through VAX Enterprise for unlimited doors) and dual cloud/on-premises delivery model accommodate SMBs through large enterprises.
Key Differentiators
- Vicon's primary differentiator is its end-to-end, single-vendor security stack — spanning cloud (Anavio) and on-premises (Valerus VMS + VAX access control) platforms, AI cameras (NEXT and Roughneck AI), and unified intercom/reader hardware — all designed for simplicity of deployment, operation, and maintenance.
- The NEXT Modular Camera System, positioned as the industry's first 'AI-first camera system,' reduces installation time from hours to minutes with a patented tool-free modular design and has earned multiple 2025 industry awards: Security Today's New Product of the Year (AI Video Surveillance Cameras), the iF Design Award 2025 (Hamburg), ESX Innovation Award + Runner-Up for Best in Show, and Campus Security Today's Secure Campus Award.
Industries Served
- Vicon serves a broad range of industries including education (K-12 schools and universities), healthcare (hospitals and medical campuses), government and public sector (federal agencies, municipalities, prisons, and military installations), transportation (airports, subways, highways, bridges, tunnels, and seaports), financial services (banks, clearing houses, and brokerage firms), retail and commercial (office buildings, shopping malls, warehouses, and manufacturing plants), corrections, gaming casinos, hotels, and sports arenas.
- The company has emphasized education (with the NEXT camera system purpose-built for K-12) and government (with a full NDAA/GSA/TAA-compliant product line targeting federal and state agencies).
Service Coverage
- Vicon operates globally with a primary headquarters in Hauppauge, NY and an established UK/Europe office in Southampton (opened in 1981), plus regional presences in the Middle East (Dubai, UAE), India, and Asia Pacific.
- Their global customer base spans over 400,000 locations across North America, EMEA, APAC, and Africa, with dedicated regional sales and technical support contacts for each geography.
Partnerships
- Vicon maintains several named technology integration partnerships: Omnilert (gun detection integrated into Valerus), ASSA ABLOY Aperio (wireless locks via VAX), Allegion ENGAGE/Schlage NDE (wireless lock integration with VAX), Lenel OnGuard (access control integration), Immix (security operations/monitoring center platform), CyberExtruder (facial recognition), Neural Labs (LPR), DSC (alarm panels), and HID EasyLobby (visitor management).
- The NEXT Modular Camera System is certified for compatibility with leading third-party VMS platforms including Milestone, Genetec, and Avigilon.
Company Size & Ownership
- Vicon Industries was founded in 1967 by Donald Horn in Huntington, NY and has approximately 85–162 employees depending on the source (LinkedIn lists 51–200; Yahoo Finance reports 85 full-time; RocketReach estimates 162).
- Estimated annual revenue is approximately $27.7 million per ZoomInfo and Datanyze, though LeadIQ's August 2026 estimate puts it in the $50M–$100M range.
Compliance & Certifications
- Vicon's camera and access control hardware lines carry NDAA (National Defense Authorization Act), GSA Schedule, and TAA (Trade Agreements Act) compliance across the full Roughneck and Roughneck AI series, making them eligible for U.S. federal procurement.
- All cameras are ONVIF certified (Profiles S/T/G/Q), enabling compatibility with third-party VMS platforms.
Compiled from public sources by VenSearch · Last researched October 14, 2026
Offerings
17 offeringsA&E Resources and System Design Tools
Vicon provides architects and engineers with system design tools and specification resources, including calculators, A&E spec documents, and system design tools such as System Surveyor integration. These resources support the design and specification of Vicon security systems for installation projects. Grant writing resources for education customers are also listed.
Anavio Cloud Security
Anavio is Vicon's cloud-based security platform that combines access control, AI cameras, video monitoring, and intercom capabilities into a unified system. It supports facial verification, mobile credentials, and remote door management from any desktop or mobile device. The platform is designed for businesses of all sizes and includes features such as guest management, automated workflows, and on-the-go notifications.
Anavio Unified Intercom Reader
The Anavio Unified Reader is a single hardware device that combines facial authentication, access control reader, AI camera, and two-way intercom functionality. It supports advanced facial verification with anti-spoofing liveness detection, contactless mobile entry via smartphone credentials, traditional card and key fob access, and temporary visitor access via web link. A built-in access controller panel allows control of electronic door locks, exit buttons, and door contacts.
Camera Accessories
Vicon offers a comprehensive line of camera mounting accessories including ceiling mounts, wall mounts, pole mounts, parapet and roof mounts, corner mounts, pendant mounts, in-ceiling mounting kits, backboxes, adapter plates, and wedge mounts compatible with their camera product lines. Network accessories include PoE injectors, PoE combiners/splitters, varifocal i-CS lenses, and IR illuminators. These accessories are designed to support flexible installation of Vicon cameras in a variety of environments.
Network Accessories
Vicon sells network accessories including IP I/O devices, media converters, rack-mount card cages, and security monitors to support their camera and VMS deployments. Media converters support 10/100 Mbps Ethernet over fiber using ST connectors in both mini and rack-mount formats. Monitors include a 23.8-inch LED display with 1080p resolution supporting CVBS, HDMI, and VGA inputs.
NEXT Modular Camera System
The NEXT Modular Camera System is Vicon's cloud security camera line designed with a tool-free modular design that reduces installation time from hours to minutes. It harnesses AI-powered analytics for real-time intelligence and proactive monitoring, and supports advanced onboard technologies. The system is purpose-built for environments such as K-12 schools and manufacturing facilities.
Online Training (Online Courses)
Vicon offers online training courses through its resource portal where users can enroll to learn about Vicon products and solutions. Course content covers Vicon's on-premises and cloud security offerings. Webinars, both live and recorded, are also available as part of the education resources.
Partner Program
Vicon offers a partner program for security integrators and resellers that provides access to sales tools, resources, and business growth support. Partners can apply through a partner application form on the Vicon website. The program is designed to help channel partners grow their businesses by selling Vicon's security solutions.
PRONTO Device Manager
PRONTO Device Manager is Vicon's software tool for managing firmware across Vicon devices. It is available as a download with or without a full firmware library bundled in. Software updates and release notes are provided through Vicon's resource portal.
Roughneck AI Cameras
Roughneck AI is Vicon's line of NDAA/GSA/TAA-compliant IP cameras that includes bullet, dome, micro dome, PTZ, corner, fisheye, multi-sensor, box, and LPR models in resolutions from 5 MP to 32 MP. The cameras feature true WDR, IR illumination, and advanced AI analytics, and are designed for demanding environments. The line was introduced in 2020 and expanded with the first 32 MP remote-positioning multi-sensor camera in 2022.
Security Cameras (Full Line)
Vicon offers a broad range of IP security cameras including box cameras, bullet cameras, PTZ domes, corner cameras, dome cameras, fisheye panoramic cameras, LPR cameras, and multi-sensor cameras. Models include 5 MP, 8 MP, 12 MP, 20 MP, and 32 MP options with features such as motorized varifocal lenses, starlight low-light performance, vandal resistance, and built-in microphones. The full line is NDAA/GSA/TAA compliant.
Technical Support (Help Desk)
Vicon provides free direct technical support through its on-premises and Anavio help desks, where customers can submit support tickets and access knowledge base articles for Valerus VMS, VAX Access Control, Anavio, NEXT cameras, and other products. Support is provided by Vicon engineers and is available via phone at no additional charge. Regional support contacts are available for the Americas, EMEA, APAC, and Africa.
Valerus Hardware (Recording Servers, Application Servers, Workstations)
Vicon offers a range of dedicated hardware appliances to support the Valerus VMS platform, including application servers, client workstations, and recording servers in JBOD and RAID configurations. Recording servers range from 8TB small-form-factor units supporting 100 cameras up to 672TB 2U RAID-6 units supporting 250 cameras. Hardware is available in 1U, 2U, small form factor, and micro form factor designs with Intel Xeon and Intel Core processors.
Valerus On-Premises Video Management System (VMS)
Valerus is Vicon's open-standard on-premises video management software that provides a centralized platform for monitoring video, audio, alarms, access control, license plate recognition (LPR), weapon and vape detection, and system health in real time. It integrates with Vicon cameras and third-party systems and is designed to manage entire security operations from a single user interface. Valerus was first released in 2016.
VAX Access Control Hardware
Vicon offers a full line of VAX access control hardware including single, two, four, six, eight, twelve, and sixteen door controllers, elevator controllers, I/O master controllers, proximity and smartcard readers in mullion and gang-box mount styles, mobile-enabled and OSDP readers, and a variety of credentials including proximity cards, smartcards, key fobs, and mobile credentials. Compatible enclosures, expansion boards, and mounting accessories are also available. Third-party gateway controllers for Allegion ENGAGE and ASSA ABLOY Aperio wireless locks are supported.
VAX On-Premises Access Control
VAX is Vicon's on-premises access control solution that supports door and elevator controllers, proximity and smartcard readers, mobile credentials, and a range of software licenses scaled from Essentials to Enterprise tiers. It integrates with Valerus VMS and supports features such as anti-passback, partitioning, and wireless lock compatibility via Allegion and ASSA ABLOY gateways. VAX was introduced in 2015 and runs on dedicated server hardware.
VAX Software Licenses
Vicon sells tiered software licenses for the VAX access control platform in Essentials, Small, Mid, Large, and Enterprise tiers, available in 1-year and 3-year terms. License tiers scale the number of supported doors, cameras, partitions, and elevator cabs, from up to 40 doors for Essentials to unlimited for Enterprise. A separate perpetual license is available for Schlage wireless lock integration.
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