Electronic access control - Case studies
TDSi's MICROgarde® networkable controllers were installed at 33 internal access points Background Established in October 2007, Help for Heroes is a high-profile charity that raises money to support wounded, injured or sick members and veterans of the British Armed Forces. One of the most important milestones for the charity has been the creation of five UK wide Personnel Recovery and Assessment Centres (PRACs), to provide our wounded, injured and sick with a dedicated fac...
Austrian utility company Donaukraftwerk has recently upgraded its access control system to state-of-the-art performance. Existing terminals at the hydroelectric power plants in Aschach, Ottensheim, Wallsee, Ybbs, Altenwörth and Greifenstein have been extended by installing 400 access control readers based on the contactless LEGIC technology. The access authorisations of around 1000 Donaukraftwerk employees are now managed by a total of 500 GAT 2500 terminals and GANTNER organizational softw...
Responsible for more than 75 million passengers a year and over 2,700 flights daily, this world-class airport is one of the busiest in the nation. A steady increase in the number of flights and passengers has local authorities focused on ensuring that high levels of security, crowd control, and decreased passenger wait times continue to be addressed.Operational overviewAirport facilities include several passenger terminals serving more than 30 airlines, cargo areas with warehouse and aircraft pa...
The system makes it easier for staff to prevent unauthorized access to electrical substations HID Global, trusted leader in solutions for the delivery of secure identity, announced that Beijing Metro has deployed an access control system consisting of the company's network access controllers and contactless readers to help ensure the safety of its passengers and staff. The centralized, web-based system delivers real-time monitoring with multi-layered access control...
One of the capitals most quintessentially English hotels, The Stafford London by Kempinski, has chosen a bespoke electronic access control solution from SALTO installed by Ansador. Located in the heart of St James's, The Stafford London was originally built as a private residence in the 17th century and throughout the next two hundred years the house changed hands many times before eventually becoming a small, private hotel successively owned by various individuals and groups. Over the years t...
Research reveals two-thirds of American college students want to use cell phones instead of ID cards Ingersoll Rand Security Technologies, a leading global provider of security and safety solutions and manufacturer of Schlage contactless smart credentials and readers, announced that new research has found that two-thirds of American college students are interested in using their cell phone in place of an ID card. Students feel they are less likely to lose their pho...
Steskal, Poland has opted for CEM AC2000 Lite security management system CEM Systems, part of Tyco Security Products, announced that Steskal, Poland, has opted to install CEM AC2000 Lite security management system to secure its premises in Krakow. The system will be installed by CEM Approved Reseller, AGIS Fire & Security in Poland (formerly ADT Fire & Security).Steskal specialize in bakery, confectionery, catering services, wholesale and retail food supply. AC2000 Lite was selecte...
IndigoVision's IP-CCTV solution has been integrated together with access control and intruder detection to provide one of Madrid's hospitals with a state of the art security system. Opened in 2008, the Infanta Sofía Hospital is located in San Sebastián De los Reyes and was built by the Madrid Regional Government as part of plans to improve healthcare services for towns in Northern Madrid. The hospital consists of several buildings on a 60Km2site with the main facilities in an 8-sto...
The solenoid bolts can be activated by Capita's staff using a proximity card or fob access control solutionSolenoid electric bolts from Alpro Architectural Hardware are being used as part of a PAC integrated access control system at the Sheffield headquarters of Capita Group, the UK's leading outsourcing company.The solenoid bolt is simplifying door alignment for the client since judicious positioning of magnets ensures that bolt and aperture line up correctly prior to the locking bolt bei...
Code-It is a novel door handle with integrated electronic security Mul-T-Lock's innovative Code-It handle has been installed at the luxury Abbey Hotel in Penzance by Cornish Locksmiths, to ensure a consistent security system is in place, without compromising on aesthetics of the 17th century building. Code-It is a novel door handle with integrated electronic security, designed to enable conveniently controlled access to a door, without the need for any other secon...
Access control system upgrade by ASSA ABLOY's Aperio wireless locking technology ASSA ABLOY's Access Control's Aperio™ wireless locking technology has been installed at the headquarters of BMCE Bank in Casablanca, to provide an instant upgrade to an access control system, without compromising aesthetics.BMCE Bank is one of the largest commercial banks in Morocco, with a network of 540 branches. As part of a complete overhaul of its headquarters security...
New electronic escutcheon designed for use in the educational environment by SALTO SystemsSALTO Systems has launched a brand new electronic escutcheon designed for use in the educational environment. It ensures schools; colleges and universities are a secure, safe place to learn by enabling buildings and facilities to be quickly locked down during a security or other emergency event. In such a situation it could be safer for students and staff to remain in a classroom, securely lock...
Finnish Government Shared Services Centre is now secure with the access touch systems provided by IDESCO The Finnish Government Shared Services Centre for Finance and HR (Palkeet) recently introduced a new, integrated time & attendance system across their branch of offices. The Timecon 22 system, supplied by system provider Niscayah, utilizes Idesco's Access Touch touch screen terminal for both time & attendance and access control. Palkeet are also now using the wide range of oth...
Alpro bolts and strike plates are protecting a building which houses the Vice Chancellor's office and schools, depts.,etc.Electric bolts from Alpro Architectural Hardware are protecting students, staff and visitors at the University of Westminster headquarters in Regent Street, London. The Alpro EB1001 is a 12 v DC stainless steel bolt and strike plate assembly with a 15mm diameter and throw. It allows remote access and exit control of most timber, metal and UPVC do...
The University Hospital of Ceuta has become one of the most advanced hospitals with IP video technology Ceuta is an autonomous Spanish city located on the African coast close to the Strait of Gibraltar. In light of the age of sanitary installations it became necessary to improve conditions by means of the construction of a new hospital. The following principle objectives had been determined from the design stage: improvement of quality of assistance, accessibility, clinical security, manag...
HID's SmartID and EDGEPlus E400 IP-based access controllers have been installed at 290 dental colleges across IndiaHID Global, trusted leader in solutions for the delivery of secure identity, announced that the company's network access control and biometric reader solutions have been selected by the Dental Council of India (DCI) to streamline their time and attendance management system. The new, centralised identification system with biometrics also increased overall security by eliminatin...
An aerial view of DONG Energy power generator site in Denmark - "Pictures courtesy of DONG Energy A/S" Siemens has built a strong working relationship with DONG Energy, Denmark's largest power generator. Having successfully delivered a number of diverse projects for the company, the most recent has seen Siemens work with DONG to establish one common access control system across all of the company's 85 sites throughout Denmark.Producing more than 50% of Denmark's power and approxi...
CCTV cameras are used directly to verify points of interest detected by the RADAR at Eskmeals Weapons and Firing RangeLeading manufacturer of Digital Evidence Recorders for CCTV and surveillance applications, Visimetrics, has delivered their flagship FASTAR CCTV recording solution to the MOD's, Qinetic operated, Eskmeals Weapons and Equipment Firing range.Managing Director of Systems Integrator Racam Security & Communications, Brian Maguire, explains the concept of the solut...
COMPRION terminal simulator Spectro 2 for testing smart cards World's top 5 card manufacturers and many world leading operators use the COMPRION terminal simulator Spectro 2 for testing their smart cards according to ISO/IEC 7816, SWP and HCI specifications.Spectro 2 simulates the complete smart card interface of the terminal, including ISO/IEC 7816, SWP/HCI and IC-USB on the logical level. The tool is used for smart card and chip development, smart card protocol implementation, interopera...
Verint's Networked Video Solution provides high resolution images and recording of bank transactions Liberty Bank and Trust was founded in 1972 with a mission to provide innovative, customer-driven products and services to diverse markets, with a particular focus on the African-American community.Operational OverviewLiberty Bank and Trust serves more than 40,000 customers from its locations in Louisiana and Mississippi. Major clients include American Express, the City of New Orleans,...
Smartair offline access control system has been installed at the Glendorgal Hotel in Cornwall Mul-T-Lock's innovative Smartair offline access control system has been installed at the luxury Glendorgal Hotel in Cornwall, by local Coast 2 Coast Locksmiths, to upgrade its security without compromising on aesthetics.Smartair provides a secure all-in-one access control solution that reduces the cost and inconvenience associated with wiring a traditional access control system.After initial progr...
Mul-T-Lock's innovative Smartair standalone system installed at BMW showroom in Wollaston Mul-T-Lock's innovative Smartair standalone system has been supplied to the BMW showroom in Wollaston, by access control specialists Lock-tec, as part of an overall refurbishment programme.Smartair provides a secure all-in-one access control solution that reduces the cost and inconvenience associated with wiring a traditional access control system. The BMW dealership has recently undertaken a complete...
Timet UK has selected CCTV from Chubb to monitor production at its Witton Mill plant in BirminghamTimet, one of the world's largest suppliers of high quality Titanium products, has chosen CCTV from Chubb Electronic Security to monitor production at its Witton Mill plant in Birmingham. Chubb is part of UTC Fire & Security, a unit of United Technologies Corp.The system is designed to monitor the plant's forging equipment, in which melted Titanium is shaped into slabs or large bars (bille...
ABC jewellery store in Nordrhein-Westfalen Germany gets a security cover from Plustek video solutionsABC Jewellery store, located in the heart of Nordrhein-Westfalen Germany, bears in its simple store front what every women wants at the most important moment of her life, a sparkling stone, the diamond. Behind the transparent counters, where silver, gold ornaments, all kinds of rare pearls, diamonds, are set forth by their value, two to three friendly clerks are happily assisting couples an...
University College Dublin (UCD) has installed a smart access control solution from SALTO in its brand new Roebuck Castle student accommodation facility.This brand new Residence Hall, which opened in September 2010, is the first of its kind in Ireland and provides 133 beds of student catered accommodation. Each unit is made up of 12 single en suite rooms with a shared kitchenette, lounge and a quiet shared study room. The units are "catered" that is they include a cooked breakfast and evening mea...
A Zebra Card Printer Solutions partner will aid in increasing nuclear power plant security In response to the increased potential of terrorist attacks against key infrastructure facilities, the Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) has raised security standards for nuclear power plants. American Barcode & RFID (AB&R) - a Zebra Card Printer Solutions partner - has created a custom ID verification application to help a major power provider m...
Spire Shawfair Park Hospital has been provided security management software by CEM Systems a brand of TycoCEM Systems, a brand of Tyco Security Products, announced that the CEM AC2000 Lite security management system has been installed by ADT Glasgow to secure Edinburgh's new ‘Spire Shawfair Park hospital' . The AC2000 Lite system secures patients, visitors and the state-of-the-art medical equipment at the hospital.Spire Shawfair Park hospital is a new hospital in the East of Scotland...
Around 250 HID FARGO HDP5000 card printers are deployed at Home plus and Shinsegae E-mart stores HID Global, trusted leader in solutions for the delivery of secure identity, announced that it has introduced a pilot digital gift card issuance project at two Korean retail giants, Home plus and Shinsegae E-mart, utilising HID's FARGO HDP5000 high-definition printer/encoders. With the HDP5000, the two retailers can now brand and customize gift cards for corporate customers and individuals, add...
Idesco will provide advanced access control technology to Kuopio prison in FinlandIdesco was recently chosen by the Kuopio Prison in Finland to supply its access control readers during the renovation and expansion project of its prison building. Construction of the new building has been completed and renovation of the old complex will follow during the next few months. System provider Niscayah Oy will maintain its role as installer of these systems through the renovation phase as well. Ide...
DRK rescue control centre alerts the home emergency personnel giving the PIN of the person requiring help The German Red Cross (DRK) has installed a state-of-the-art key and data protection system from Traka to control its home emergency service in Kreisverband Bitburg-Prum. Over 650 households in the Kreisverband Bitburg-Prum district are connected to the DRK home emergency call centre. To ensure fast response, the service works closely with the DRK emergency medical service, which mainta...
