Hauppauge, NY, February 27, 2007:  Vicon Industries Inc., a leading designer and producer of video surveillance systems, has hired two new rep firms to handle the sale of its products and systems throughout the State of Michigan and parts of Florida.

 JC Hanlon Consulting, Inc. (JCHCI), headquartered in New Baltimore, Michigan, offers a complete spectrum of information security consulting services, including business impact analysis, risk assessments, security program reviews, disaster recovery and incident response planning, security awareness program development, secure network architecture design, security policy development, and more. Vicon video surveillance and management solutions will now be offered under the company’s umbrella of services. Founded in 2004 by Jim Hanlon, the firm seeks to assists its customers in providing responsible security for employees, facilities and critical business information resources while complying with regulatory, legal, contractual, industry, and policy requirements. Additional information may be found at: www.jchci.com. JCHCI will be responsible for Vicon sales throughout the entire State of Michigan.

 The Connectivity Firm (TCF), headquartered in Tampa, Florida, is committed to bridging the gap between the IT and security industries by serving as a professional firm that has embraced and understands industry convergence. As such, Vicon digital and IP-based surveillance systems fit perfectly within the firm’s sales orientation and focus. The Connectivity Firm understands the inherent needs of the traditional security companies, and channels needing resources to help embrace today's IP and web-enabled technologies and the datacomm or IT integrators needing a resource for support as they become more involved in the traditional security elements of existing legacy systems. Steve Walsh, TCF’s President and one of the firm’s founders, heads a talented team that collectively offers 75 years experience serving the security and IT industries. Additional information may be found at: www.theconnectivityfirm.com. TCF will be responsible for Vicon sales in the State of Florida in the territory north from Ft. Myers to West Palm Beach and east of Tallahassee.

 “We believe the fit between our products and the services offered by both JC Hanlon Consulting and The Connectivity Firm will provide for two excellent partnerships,” said Bret McGowan, Vicon’s V.P. of Sales and Marketing. “These two firms’ ability to provide Vicon systems within the greater context of their services will enable them to offer added value to their customers while, in turn, positioning Vicon products as part of truly integrated solutions.”

About Vicon:
Vicon Industries Inc., listed on the American Stock Exchange under the symbol "VII," designs, manufactures and markets a broad line of products used in integrated video surveillance systems. Vicon's marketing and development efforts focus on today’s leading edge security technologies including digital recording and IP video solutions, matrix controls, cameras, monitors, mounting accessories, remote positioning devices and fiber optic equipment. The company's products are used in a variety of surveillance, security, safety, and control applications, in banks, gaming casinos, traffic control, hospitals, retailing, multiple commercial and industrial installations, etc. For more information regarding Vicon, visit us at www.vicon-cctv.com.

 This news release contains forward-looking statements that involve risks and uncertainties. Statements that are not historical facts, including statements about the adequacy of reserves, estimated costs, Company intentions, probabilities, beliefs, prospects and strategies and its expectations about expansion into new markets, growth in existing markets, enhanced operating margins or growth in its business, are forward-looking statements that involve risks and uncertainties. Actual results and events may differ significantly from those discussed in the forward-looking statements and the Company undertakes no obligation to publicly update or revise any forward-looking statements.