Industrial & commercial security applications - Case studies
One of the pioneering players in the global packaging ecosystem, this manufacturing facility transforms over 100,000 tons of paper, paperboard, and laminates annually into diverse, high-value packaging solutions. Established in 1925, it caters to industries such as food and beverage, personal care, and consumer goods, with a robust presence across India and select global markets. Recognized for operational excellence and innovation, the business holds numerous prestigious awards and certi...
Sports hold profound significance in the lives of athletes, nations, and citizens alike, fostering a sense of unity and national pride. Sporting events captivate hearts and minds, showcasing the devotion towards athletic spirit. The journey of an athlete from local competitions to global stages embodies dedication and resilience, inspiring millions worldwide. Olympics event At the pinnacle of this athletic journey lies the Olympics, a cherished event that transcends borders and cultures, unit...
Arana Security, a specialist in providing end-to-end security systems for businesses, has chosen Custom Consoles control room desks for a major client in the manufacturing sector. The project includes a main desk and supervisor’s desk from the Custom Consoles SteelBase series plus a MediaWall and auxiliary furniture. Arana Security was founded in 2013 to serve a growing market of smart card solutions and security systems. In 2015 it started to move towards providing clients with the advan...
The Ampelmännchen (“little traffic light man”) from the former GDR is a cult figure around the globe. For tourists, the shops of AMPELMANN GmbH in Berlin are a big draw. Branches are spread over the entire city, and to reduce the burden of employee and staff key assignments, the company sought to optimize access rights management. At the same time, branch security needed to be state-of-the-art. The CLIQ® access control solution from ASSA ABLOY met all these requirement...
A major European oil and gas company that acquires, explores, produces and supplies chemical and petroleum products had a cybersecurity challenge. Company leadership wanted a better way to quantify and respond to the industry’s increasing levels of cybersecurity risk. Pioneers were looking for a new way to better understand and improve their company’s OT cybersecurity. As part of this effort, pioneers wanted to compare the company’s current levels of protection against a serie...
Indexable inserts are interchangeable cutting tools that are indispensable in various industrial applications, especially in metalworking. They are used as cutting material carriers for machining metals, plastics or wood. Their manufacture requires high-precision production processes to ensure an exact geometry and perfect surface finish. Even minimal deviations affect not only the service life but also the performance of the cutting insert. The smallest defects that are invisible to the hu...
Founded in 1913, the family-owned company CLAAS is one of the world's renowned manufacturers of agricultural machinery. Headquartered in Harsewinkel, Westphalia, the company is the European market pioneer in combine harvesters. CLAAS is the sole world market pioneer in the major product group of self-propelled forage harvesters, as well as pioneering in agricultural technology with tractors, agricultural balers, and grassland harvesting machines. The product range also includes state-of-the-ar...
A major European oil and gas company that acquires, explores, produces and supplies chemical and petroleum products had a cybersecurity challenge. Company leadership wanted a better way to quantify and respond to the industry’s increasing levels of cybersecurity risk. Cybersecurity challenges Pioneers were looking for a new way to understand better and improve their company’s OT cybersecurity. As part of this effort, pioneers wanted to compare the company’s current levels...
Around production environments, the main concern was always the efficiency of the production output. The risks of operational technology (OT) cybersecurity were unknown for many years. However, that all changed as the need for knowing what is connected, where it’s connected, and how it’s connected became imperative. As cybersecurity is a necessity for oil and gas, the integrity of the OT network is very crucial for the safety and operation of the Motor Oil refinery. O...
Hackers gain control of a chemical plant’s furnace control system. They tamper with the temperature settings and cause an explosion. The consequences of an incident like that can be catastrophic, especially since 9.3 million people reside within a 10-kilometer radius of the average chemical plant in the US. Targeting operational technology (OT) systems has become a typical tactic for bad actors. Cybercriminals and nation-state actors see these critical assets as an open invitation to disr...
The Middle East has recently expanded its real estate market as the region's economy grows and urbanization accelerates. This trend has led to an increasing demand for smart security, and the pace of digital intelligence change is gradually increasing. The security industry in the Middle East is rapidly growing, driven by the government's strong emphasis on national security and terrorism prevention. Centralized systems management Significant attention and investment have been directed towar...
Every year, the Veronafiere Exhibition Center and its conference center host an average of 35 exhibitions and 50 conventions. Among the successful and best-known events, Vinitaly, Marmomac, Fieracavalli, Fieragricola, Samoter, Progetto Fuoco, and MotorBike Expo stand out. These events attract up to 800,000 trade fair visitors and exhibitors every year. To ensure security for the outdoor areas of the brand new “Gallerie Mercatali” in Verona, Veronafiere again decided to install...
In the heart of Aalborg is a lovely and well-kept private home. Here lives a family of five who in 2016 would rent out their basement to utilize the home’s square metres. WHY – To access the basement, the tenants must go through the back door. The family and the tenants thus share the same entrance at the back of the house. Therefore, the family was looking for a solution on how they could give the tenants access to the basement without them also having access to the family&r...
360 Vision Technology, the UK-based manufacturer of ruggedized HD, radar, and thermal PTZ surveillance cameras, has been selected to supply its radar surveillance camera technology to a solar farm site in Ross-on-Wye, Herefordshire. Predator Radar camera Capable of generating 1-Megawatt of electrical power, the solar farm site was constructed by VARTEC EPC Limited for Lowther Renewables Ltd, to help offset the carbon footprint of its parent company, AJ Lowther & Son Ltd, wh...
As the UAE's economy progressed, its territory became the world's experimental zone for pioneering construction technologies. The continuous rise of the construction industry has introduced a large number of laborers to stations on construction sites. How to systematically manage workers under regulations, while ensuring the rights and interests of both workers and enterprises is the main problem currently faced by NGC on its way forward. The customer Nael General Contracting (NGC)...
With approximately 29,000 employees worldwide, Amdocs is a pioneering global software company providing services and solutions to communications and media companies. When building a new campus in Ra’anana, Israel, their large site with four office buildings and three underground floors required a door closer solution tailored to every door, considering their different size, type, and usage. Finding a single supplier to meet all their needs was a challenge, but they succeeded. Site...
The client functions as a prominent producer of phosphate fertilizers in Sub-Saharan Africa. They began mining phosphate rock in the early 1960s and started producing phosphoric acid in the late 1980s. Their extensive industrial facility, located in Senegal, includes various sites such as Mining, an Acid Plant, a Fertilizer site, and a power plant. They mainly export their phosphoric acid to India and distribute their fertilizer products within West Africa and globally. Client's requirem...
Installers JTI Brandbeveiliging was contracted to help make safety a number-one priority at a pioneering food manufacturer in The Netherlands. They achieved this by choosing Hochiki Europe’s marketing pioneering fire detection system, Latitude, alongside waterproof devices from the ESP range. This comprehensive solution ensures the highest level of fire protection throughout the facility, giving the food manufacturer peace of mind and allowing them to focus on what they do best: producing...
Biometrics company, Fingerprint Cards AB (Fingerprints™), has upgraded the physical access security of its Gothenburg HQ. S-Key biometric access cards from Freevolt Technologies Limited, which embed Fingerprints’ own T2 sensors, have been implemented across the entire Gothenburg site. The updated authentication system further strengthens Fingerprints’ workplace security and enables role-based access control, while ensuring a convenient and easy-to-use experience. Role-based...
The Dutch powerhouse Kramp is one of the biggest suppliers of parts and accessories for Europe’s agricultural sector. Founded in 1951, focusing on simplifying life for those who work the land, Kramp boasts a staggering 590,000+ products, from tractor gears to stable shovels. Kramp’s success hinges on its robust infrastructure. A strategically located network of 11 distribution centers across Europe ensures prompt deliveries, while 24 sales offices provide localized customer support....
Honeywell announced that Petróleos del Perú S.A. (Petroperú), one of the largest hydrocarbon producers, refiners, and distributors in Peru, will implement Honeywell cybersecurity solutions to help Petroperú strengthen the cyber resiliency of its refinery operations and accelerate its broader digital transformation. Cybersecurity consulting support Petroperú’s multi-year investment with Honeywell includes access to Honeywell’s cybersecurity consult...
A prominent participant in the Central African mining industry, this company focuses on the exploration and extraction of copper and cobalt. Boasting a substantial cobalt reserve and expansive copper assets, it is presently undergoing a significant restructuring to establish itself as a prominent global player in mining. Through strategic collaborations with major entities in the sector, both domestically and internationally, the corporation aims to enhance its competitive standing. An impactfu...
Munich’s Hofbräuhaus enjoys an iconic status, as both a heritage property and a spiritual home for lovers of German beer. “In this historic building is the world’s most famous tavern,” explains its Security Manager, Robert Graßl. “The whole world goes in and out. Security is very important.” Hofbräuhaus Bavarian Duke Wilhelm V commissioned Munich’s original Hofbräuhaus in 1589, initially as a brewery to supply the Wittelsbac...
Air Power East, a family-run business with over 30 years of experience as a premier distributor of Atlas Copco, specializes in providing high-quality compressed air systems to various industries across East Anglia. Under the leadership of Jason Sewell, the company has established a strong reputation for delivering reliable and efficient solutions. However, they faced a significant challenge in ensuring their systems were completely leak-free, a concern shared by their clients, including an agri...
Protecting booths at trade shows is a challenge. After all, exhibitors want a constant stream of high traffic, especially from people they are meeting for the first time. It’s why they attend such large-scale fairs. Relying on exhibition-provided security is sadly not enough. Individual stands need their protection for areas where valuable equipment, product samples, or confidential commercial documents are kept. Innovative, modern solution Barcelona-based ExpoFactory s...
Renowned as a significant entity in the power industry, the Indian Power Giant stands as a key player in India's public sector power utility domain. Under the auspices of the Ministry of Power, Government of India, it specializes in hydroelectric power generation and associated endeavors. With a steadfast commitment to providing clean, sustainable, and cost-effective energy, the Power Giant has successfully executed numerous large-scale hydroelectric projects, making substantial contributions...
A distinguished pharmaceutical company, based in Saudi Arabia, has been unwavering in its dedication to establishing a state-of-the-art pharmaceutical manufacturing complex. Their ambitious initiative is geared towards combating chronic and life-threatening diseases, reflecting the company's vision to address unmet needs in the pharmaceutical sector within Saudi Arabia and the broader MENA region. By steadfastly committing to this mission, the company positions itself at the forefront of advan...
CityFitness is one of the largest fitness gym chains in New Zealand. With almost 50 gyms across the country (average area: 5,000 square meters), each facility is open 24/7 and accommodates a huge number of people daily. A tailored automatic speedgate solution that is secure, reliable, and efficient is imperative to ensure quick access to their facilities and prevent unauthorized individuals from entering the gyms. Integration with a third-party platform CityFitness has an ex...
Banking premises require a robust security infrastructure to safeguard sensitive financial information, customer data, and valuable assets. When a pioneering investment bank in Finland needed to enhance the protection of its archive room, it turned to PACOM’s cutting-edge VIGIL CORE security management platform. An archive room A bank’s archive room is a designated location, often in a basement, which is designed for the storage and preservation of critical documents, custom...
Drastically worsening thefts from professional gangs on UK construction sites have garnered national outrage and prompted many firms across the country to install temporary CCTV towers to deter ‘stealing to order’, say Kingdom Systems. The company, who protect hundreds of construction sites from theft each year, warns about the rise of ‘stealing to order’- where criminals are given a list of sought-after machinery and equipment to then steal and sell on. Equipment Theft...
