Network / IP security - Case studies
15,000 mobile readers distributed to exam centers across the country To combat the high instance of identity fraud and improve the overall student validation process at the time of the exam, the West African Examinations Council (WAEC) in Nigeria has adopted a mobile ID system. Now more than 2.2 million students register online and receive machine-readable HID Global smart cards every year. The West African Examinations Council (WAEC) is West Africa’s foremost examining...
Boon Edam's security entry solution was put to the test from the Ferris wheel’s first go-around Boon Edam, a provider of security entrances and architectural revolving doors, has announced that the gigantic ferris wheel, known as La Perla, in Guayaquil, Ecuador, has installed a combination of Boon Edam turnstiles to facilitate secure entry and egress for all visitors to the new attraction. The largest Ferris wheel in South America, La Perla soars 57 metres above the cit...
D-Link switches and IP surveillance deliver speed, security and affordability for Pangborn Memorial Airport Requiring a network infrastructure upgrade to accommodate rapid growth, Pangborn Memorial Airport turned to D-Link to develop a stronger and more robust network to handle increased traffic. The East Wenatchee airport in Washington planned to upgrade equipment gradually, but a community partnership with the Sheriff’s office to conduct a full-scale mock “Activ...
The fire detection system is configured around a Notifier Pearl intelligent addressable control panel As one of the UK’s most prestigious locations for retirees, Elmbridge Village boasts a range of state-of-the-art facilities for high-quality living. To keep residents, guests, and other visitors safe, fire detection technology from Notifier by Honeywell has been specified in the newly developed Elmbridge Manor. Situated on the leafy outskirts of Cranleigh in Surrey, Elm...
SafeZone is fast, easy to implement, and alleviates the need to invest in additional physical security measures CriticalArc announced that its pioneering SafeZone personal protection and campus security system has been selected by Swansea University to boost 24/7 safety for its students and staff both on and off campus. Swansea University is the latest in a fast-growing list of UK higher education establishments to choose SafeZone, following its European launch in 2014. The u...
Delta’s DSC 600 Shallow Foundation Bollards will stop and destroy a 6804 kg truck traveling 80km per hour Vehicle attack is a harsh reality in our modern society and large public gatherings, such as sports events, are considered to be potential terrorist targets. A baseball stadium, its fans and the American pastime are all at risk. In fact, way back in March 2005, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) identified a dozen possible strikes it viewed most devastating, i...
To secure effective security and management for its fleet of public service buses, the Suez Governorate in Egypt is now operating innovative mobile CCTV systems, supplied by Hikvision, global supplier of innovative video surveillance products and solutions. One of Egypt’s 27 governates, the Suez Governorate in the northeast of Egypt has a population of over 600,000 residents, concentrated mainly in its urban areas. Supplying reliable low-cost travel across the region, the Suez Gover...
The Deutsches Theater is a Berlin landmark of 19th-century Classical architecture. Built in 1849, it is among the most prestigious theatres in the German-speaking world. It has an elegant, classical façade, 3 stages inside and with the help of CLIQ® technology from ASSA ABLOY, its building security and access management is now flexible, reliable and future-proofed for its 21st-century audience. CLIQ Mechatronic Locking System Security managers at the Deutsches Theater chose CLIQ®...
Virtualized servers and the latest digital technology will secure operations on the underground system Airbus has signed a contract to provide a digital Tetra (Terrestrial Trunked Radio) communication system for four underground lines in Chongqing, a city of about 18 million inhabitants, making it the largest in Southwest China. This order not only comes from a new customer, but also allows Airbus to be well-positioned for potential future business in this region. Integrated...
The requirement at Stavanger Concert Hall was for dependable access control with maximum flexibility A leading orchestra, admin staff, 200 contractors, and thousands of music fans all need access at various times. Auditoriums, rehearsal rooms, wardrobes, offices, a sauna, the canteen and an archive all need securing. The requirement at Stavanger Concert Hall was for dependable access control with maximum flexibility. The answer was Aperio® wireless technology from ASSA ABL...
Declining crime rates in many major cities can be attributed in part to technological advancements that deter prospective criminals and bolster rapid response time when crime does occur. New York City, for example, had a crime rate that decreased by 3% from 2009 to 2013, due in part to an increase in use of IP security cameras and cutting-edge software that allows thousands of camera feeds from a single site to be accessed remotely. Following this approach, intrepid property owners of low-income...
Having a quality video surveillance solution to provide a safe and secure environment in shopping centers is more important than ever given the turbulent world we live in. That’s why Norway’s Olav Thon Group turned to March Networks certified partner, Focus Security, to recommend an enterprise-class video surveillance solution to replace an aging system at the Gronland Basar, a shopping center in downtown Oslo. The Olav Thon Group is one of Scandinavia’s largest real estate en...
PVcomBank, one of Vietnam’s fastest growing and most progressive banks, has acquired a cutting-edge March Networks video surveillance system. Established in 2013 through a merger of PetroVietnam Finance Corporation and WesternBank, the Hanoi-based financial institution is a joint stock commercial bank with 115 branches throughout the country. Shareholders include Petro Vietnam with a 52 percent stake and Morgan Stanley with a 6.7 percent strategic interest. Prior to s...
Careem will use the facial recognition platform to secure the driver enrollment process Digital Barriers, a provider of visually intelligent solutions to the surveillance, security, and safety markets, announced that it has secured a recurring revenue software contract for its facial recognition technology with Careem, a ride hailing provider in the Middle East and North Africa, with operations across more than fifty cities, across Saudi Arabia, UAE, Egypt,...
One of Italy’s grandest hotels has upgraded to a state-of-the-art March Networks video surveillance system. Château Monfort, a five-star hotel located in the center of Milan, is part of Italy’s luxury Planetaria Hotels chain. Planetaria Group operates four and five-star hotels in some of the country’s most popular destinations. Video Surveillance For Events Improving the performance and efficiency of video surveillance at Château Monfort was the primary reas...
Hamilton Health Sciences, a March Networks customer since 2004, is the second largest healthcare organization in Ontario with seven hospitals and 11,000 employees serving 2.3 million residents in Hamilton and the surrounding area. Keeping patients, staff and visitors safe, and protecting the organization’s physical assets in so many locations is a demanding job, but a monitoring center with a video wall and March Networks DecodeStation VX software has been a game changer. State-of-t...
MOBOTIX cameras perfectly withstand the weather conditions on the high seas Ampelmann provides solutions that allow people to safely disembark from ships onto offshore structures. The company has equipped all of its systems with high-resolution MOBOTIX cameras for visual access control, on the recommendation of JB Systems, Ampelmann’s industrial automation partner. High-Tech Offshore Transport Ampelmann was founded in 2008 as a spin-off of the Delft University of Techn...
Due to the high volume of traffic that airports generate, they are a popular target for terrorism, smuggling and theft Airports and ports are some of the world’s busiest environments, making safety and security a primary concern for the sector. By their very nature, these facilities need to be open, efficient and accessible, but due to the high volume of traffic that these areas generate, they are a popular target for terrorism, smuggling and theft. These kinds of incide...
Elekta glass entry panels have been installed to minimize visual impact on the iconic architecture Urmet has added to its portfolio of heritage buildings with an installation at the world-famous former BBC Television Center in White City, London. The 14-acre complex is one of the capital’s most recognizable landmarks, with a frontage and statues that are known to television viewers around the world. Many features are Grade II-listed and will remain as part of the new re...
Checkmarx’s unique and extensive coverage of programming languages met the bank’s requirements Checkmarx, a provider of application security testing, announced that an American international banking and financial services holding company is implementing the Checkmarx solution to further strengthen its security posture and deliver secure applications to its customers. This means that four of the largest American banks have adopted Checkmarx to enhance their applicat...
Navi Mumbai officials have the benefit of operating in a modern environment, maximising Qognify’s Safe City solution Qognify, the provider of big data solutions for physical security and operations, announces the successful implementation of its market-leading Safe City solution in Navi Mumbai, a planned township that was established to handle the population overflow from the overcrowded and ever-growing city of Mumbai. Together with CIDCO (City and Industrial Developmen...
Panomera monitors traffic and pedestrian flows between the multi-storey car park, Terminal 1 and feeder roads and paths The international airport at Naples, Napoli Capodichino Airport, is used by 6 million travellers every year. With the introduction of the Panomera® multifocal sensor system from Dallmeier, security in both the apron and the airport forecourt areas is enhanced further still by the very latest in camera technology. Napoli Capodichino offers direct connecti...
The Corporate Business Center has a total of five Tourlock security revolving doors and three Speedlane turnstiles Boon Edam Inc., a manufacturer of security entrances and architectural revolving doors, has announced that Eastman, based in Kingsport, TN, installed a multi-layer security entrance strategy, utilising a combination of Boon Edam Tourlock security revolving doors and Speedlane 900 optical turnstiles, at its Corporate Business Center. Eastman Corporate Busines...
The integrated solution provides the site with a triple layer of electronic security of the highest quality The integrity of the fresh water supply to London has been stepped up with an array of cameras, high security fencing, vibration sensors, and razor wire.Protecting Water Supply From Trespassers The risk to the water supply forced the UK's largest water and waste company to further enhance the security along one side of the perimeter of reservoirs in South London, where...
New systems were installed as part of an infrastructure upgrade to Carnegie Hall’s Studio Towers Carnegie Hall boasts a history of 125 years as a music venue and Siemens operates as their technology partner for the implementation of fire safety, electronic security and building automation, helping to make this iconic building safer, more secure and more energy efficient. Siemens Arts Program Not only does Siemens protect Carnegie Hall but the company also supports and...
A reliable vehicle identification system was needed to replace the RFID tagging system used to control vehicle access Private housing estate Nottingham Park Estate Ltd. required a reliable solution for secure vehicle access. The key demand of the end customer was that no RFID tags would be used. Nedap’s ALPR Access HD linked to Nortech’s Norpass3 access control system was chosen because of its security and flexibility. Nottingham Park Estate Limited was foNedap AE...
The surveillance installation at Porthcawl pier provides an online live-stream of sea conditions With the highest rate of lifeboat callouts in the UK for 2015, innovative technology from Axis Communications is being utilized in Porthcawl to help educate the public on the dangers of the sea, aiding in reducing lifeboat launches and overall costs Innovative Surveillance In Porthcawl Porthcawl’s RNLI station aims to improve education and safety around the water with...
Larry Hyatt chose 3xLOGIC cameras to increase surveillance capability for his shop’s perimeter and real estate 3xLOGIC, Inc., a leading provider of integrated intelligent security solutions, today announced that Hyatt Guns, the largest gun specialty store in the US, has deployed 3xLOGIC thermal cameras to significantly increase security for the store. Sonitrol Carolinas installed the thermal cameras and oversees video monitoring of the cameras and other ongoing needs. 3...
Hikvision proposed that the PanoVu camera could deliver the right solution for an atmospheric information system Helping to identify the location of erroneous odors permeating around areas of the Metropolitan City of Daegu in South Korea, Hikvision, a supplier of innovative video surveillance products and solutions, has supplied its PanoVu series 180-degree Panoramic + PTZ cameras to form part of an integrated atmospheric information system. Atmospheric Information Project S...
The Boon Edam door is enclosed in a stylish glass cube, accented with purple neon lighting Boon Edam Inc., a provider of security entrances and architectural revolving doors, announced that the Warwick Hotel Rittenhouse Square in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, is quite satisfied with the functioning and cost savings of their Boon Edam Tournex revolving door. The Tournex is an example of a classic automatic revolving door and is designed to handle high capacity applications. Addr...
