Case studies

Sentry360 360-degree fisheye ultra HD cameras are integrated into the CTA’s existing video management system Sentry360, a USA-based manufacturer of advanced ultra HD surveillance cameras and systems, announced the successful deployment of the largest 360-degree surveillance camera system in mass transit history. The Chicago Transit Authority (CTA) operates the nation’s second largest public transportation system, servicing the city of Chicago and 35 surrounding sub...

INSIDE's secure microcontroller provides a highly flexible and cost-effective solution INSIDE Secure, a leader in embedded security solutions for mobile and connected devices, recently announced that it has started delivering its latest generation secure microcontroller for the Carte SESAM-Vitale 2 program, the French national health care insurance card. “Since the introduction of the first Carte SESAM-Vitale program, our secure microcontrollers have been used and we ha...

HID Global will manufacture and provide highly secure chip-enabled electronic passport covers and an ID card HID Global®, a worldwide leader in secure identity solutions, recently announced that The Federal Republic of Somalia took another step toward the establishment of law and order with the launch of two new citizen ID programs: a new national ID card and e-passport. The ID documents and their supporting solutions were designed and implemented by an association of Oman...

TDSi products can be easily synchronised with existing security investments from many third parties The Healthcare market is an area of expertise for security solutions specialist TDSi. Not only does it require the most stringent security, the Healthcare sector often has strict budgets and involves caring for some of the most vulnerable people in society, so any solution needs to be highly reliable and easy to operate and manage. Specific areas such as hospital pharm...

These “critter cams” let viewers share in the daily lives of animals usually hidden in forests, groves or high atop trees Axis Communications, the global leader in network video, recently celebrates Earth Day by highlighting non-profit organizations who raise awareness of wildlife and conservation projects through live Web streams of animal habitats using Axis network cameras. These “critter cams” let viewers share in the daily lives of animals usually...

The IP-addressable equipment consists of proximity readers, door controllers and ACT’s access control software suite Britannia Fire & Security Ltd has secured the headquarters of the Axiom Housing Association in Peterborough using an innovative access control system. The IP-addressable equipment, which is from ACT, consists of proximity readers, door controllers and ACT’s access control software suite. Axiom operates more than 2,200 homes across Peterborough,...

Morrisons decided upon a strategy to upgrade each of these vital IT and comms rooms MOBOTIX AG, a leading manufacturer of digital high-resolution, network-based video security systems has released details of a project at Wm Morrison Supermarkets that is helping to secure access and reduce management complexity across 40 critical sites supporting the retailers “farm to fork” business strategy. Wm Morrison Supermarkets PLC is a major UK food retailer with over 500 s...

Manufacturing environments have high risk processes making the threat of major fires a constant possibility Manufacturing plants’ vulnerability to fire ensures that safety, detection and preventive measures should never be compromised. Yet, fires still occur with alarming regularity and often terrible outcomes. Process Industry Informer takes a closer look at manufacturing fire risk and what can be done to reduce it. Manufacturing environments possess inherently high ri...

Dahua’s SD6980-HN & SD6582A-HN speed domes, NVR3216, and DVR0804HF-L were selected to secure OCP group OCP group is a global leader in phosphate and its derivatives markets headquartered in Morocco, it recently upgraded its video surveillance system with Dahua HD IP solution. OCP group has been a key player in international phosphate market since its founding in 1920. It is world’s largest exporter of phosphate rock and phosphoric acid as well as one of the wo...

Arecont Vision MegaVideo compact 10MP cameras are located inside the bowl to monitor exterior seating areas Arecont Vision, the industry leader in IP-based megapixel camera technology, has been selected by MetLife Stadium’s security management team to provide comprehensive, undisrupted video coverage throughout every part of its venue. Arecont Vision megapixel cameras have been deployed to ensure wide area coverage with extreme detail and the ability to electronically zo...

Hikvision’s weatherproof IR bullet camera & standalone DVR installed in the exhibition centre When a major exhibition comes to Pakistan, there is a very good bet it will be held at the Pakistan - China Friendship Centre. This Pakistan - China Friendship Centre is a 1500ft X 900ft modern, state-of-the-art exhibition or convention center located roughly 3km from the Aiwan-e-Sadr (Pakistan's Presidential Palace). Further underscoring the political importance of thi...

Airbus and NCS successfully demonstrated the LTE based CCTV solution through the Singapore Safe City Test Bed Airbus Defense and Space has deployed a vehicle mounted CCTV (Closed Circuit Television) solution as part of the Singapore Safe City Test Bed. It increases the Situational Awareness of government agencies by having flexible access to specific areas and persons of interest associated to crime. The solution provides a rapidly deployable asset which can provide valuable i...

The AXIS P5534 PTZ dome network camera provides constant live stream of events from inside the barn A North Yorkshire farm has installed the latest in IP video technology to enable everyone to see all the new arrivals of lambs this spring. Mainsgill Farm in Richmond has fitted an AXIS P5534 PTZ Dome Network Camera to overlook the barn and the pens in which the sheeps are giving birth, in order to allow visitors to the farm and its website, the unique opportunity to see the la...

The video archive feature in Genetec Security Center system captures and stores video feeds for multiple years Genetec™, a leading provider of unified IP security solutions, announced recently that MetLife Stadium (East Rutherford, NJ)—home of the New York Giants and the New York Jets—has installed the Genetec Security Center system in its 82,500 seat stadium. MetLife Stadium is one of the largest outdoor sports and entertainment venues in the US, and requir...

Tyco UAE will provide CNL’s IPSecurityCenter PSIM to manage a wide range of security systems CNL Software, a world leader in Physical Security Information Management (PSIM) software, has partnered for an iconic security management project with Tyco Fire & Security UAE, who specialize in turnkey solutions including design, supply, installation, testing and commissioning of Fire Protection and Fire Detection Systems, as well as state-of-the-art Security and Integrated...

Viscount will deploy its VeriCert software at U.S. Federal Government agency facilities Viscount Systems, a leading-edge supplier of security systems and software, announced that it has been awarded contracts to deploy its Freedom access control technology, as well as its VeriCert certification software, at the U.S. Federal Government agency facilities in Louisiana and California, totaling more than $50,000 in contract value. Due to the sensitive nature of these types of contr...

Brickcom CB-100Ae megapixel cube IP cameras were installed by WAF EVOLUTION POWER in the shop CAFETERÍA BREZO is a coffee shop run since 2005 in Logroño, Spain. In the past years, the shop owners have made lots of improvements in the coffee section, including the change of the machines and the in-depth training to employees to ensure the best coffee all the time. In order to meet the customers’ needs, the shop not only provides various kinds of high quality...

The first phase of upgrading includes IDIS DirectIP megapixel cameras, NVRs, VMS, and network switches Down Hall, one of England's most established country house hotels, has installed IDIS DirectIP using a phased approach to upgrade from its existing legacy analog CCTV. On the Hertfordshire and Essex border, Down Hall chose IDIS partner, Rutledge Integrated Systems (RIS), to manage the security upgrade following a refurbishment to include an exclusive gym, sauna and steam room...

Idesco 13,56 MHz readers recognize the new card UID standard developed and approved for the sites Fairly soon all Finnish construction workers will have their personal tax numbers encoded in IDs they carry to enter their construction sites. Ongoing access control and personal ID deployments at Finnish construction sites are being designed in no small measure to help strengthen tax compliance across the industry. Not surprisingly, all Idesco 13,56 MHz readers already recognize...

  Tular Cave Laboratory will use Arecont Vision AV5105DN 5 MP camera equipped with a 4.5-13mm varifocal IR lens Customer: The Tular Cave Laboratory in Slovenia (Jamski laboratorij Tular) was established in 1960 by Marko Aljancic, a biologist specializing in subterranean species, who populated the laboratory with the European cave salamander (Proteus anguinus). The blind amphibian dwells in the subterranean waters endemic to the Dinaric Karst, where groundwater has carved...

The mobile solution, which leverages NiceVision IP VMS and NICE Inform, will significantly enhance RTD’s investigative efficiency NICE Systems recently announced that it is providing the Denver Regional Transportation District (RTD) with an innovative mobile video recording and investigation solution for its new bus fleet. The mobile solution, which leverages the NiceVision IP video management software and NICE Inform, will significantly enhance RTD’s investigative...

The Mode S based network guarantees flight safety and the efficiency of airspace utilization The Airbus Defence and Space business line Electronics has concluded the delivery of the worldwide first air traffic control network based on the latest “Eurocontrol” standard Mode S to the flight safety branch of the German Air Force. This Mode S based network guarantees the automatised guidance of civil and military aircraft in an area of 1,700 x 1,500 km. Thus, flight sa...

With VIVOTEK’s IP security system, the activity in GONHER’s distribution centers can now be viewed in real-time Background Grupo GONHER is a company located in the city of Monterrey, Mexico. Starting as a grassroots outfit in 1953, the manufacturer of parts grew in tandem with the automotive industry, first producing air filters and subsequently building up a more comprehensive product line throughout the latter decades. The company has enjoyed continual growth si...

Teleste VMX video management platform is being used as an umbrella system for CCTV resources during the summit Teleste, an international technology group specialized in broadband video and data communication systems and services, recently announced a deployment of its video surveillance solutions to Australian Federal Police and Queensland State Police. The deployment includes hardware and software to enforce security operations related to G20 leader’s summit in Australi...

DVTEL's ioimage HD video surveillance cameras and intelligent analytics detects potential threats Background Marine Container Services Inc. is a logistics company that provides import and export services to multi-national retailers and distributors throughout the United States. The company also provides warehousing services that include export consolidation, import distribution, flat rack storage and cargo banding. Business Challenges On a daily basis, nearly $5 million in...

VIVOTEK’s VAST is designed to support hundreds of cameras and stations in a hierarchical structure Background Hajdúszoboszló, a small town in Hungary, has been well known for its thermal spring with a healing power since 1920s. HungaroSpa, located in Hajdúszoboszló, offers to international tourists a variety of facilities, such as medical spas, open-air baths, aqua parks, and an aqua-palace. In order to create a safer, more comfortable and re...

Castel’s Xellip IP audio and video intercom solution can be applied in a variety of internal and external locations Updating the security in an iconic Grade 1 listed building will always be a challenge. However, by using the latest in IP technology, the upgrade became a simpler task for the company installing the new security system, with Castel’s Xellip IP intercom at the heart of the solution. The Palace of Westminster estate is located in central London and inc...

Hikvision's DS-2CD2712F-I 1.3MP vari-focal network IR dome camera was installed in the head office Ganesh R. Iyer, Head of Sales & Business Development at ComSec Security Systems Ltd., had a number of significant security hurdles to overcome when designing a CCTV overhaul for Puma Energy's Head Office & Depot facility in Dar-Es-Salaam, Tanzania. This Puma Energy facility, consisting of both an office headquarters complex and an oil processing depot, is Tanzania's larg...