School security - Case studies

The Ocularis PSIM allows APD to access surveillance cameras at the schools for improved situational awareness On-Net Surveillance Systems, Inc. (OnSSI) announces that the Atlanta Public School System has implemented OnSSI’s Ocularis video-centric PSIM (physical security information management), enabling the Atlanta Police Department (APD) to access surveillance cameras at the schools for improved situational awareness in the event of an incident or emergency. The highly-...

With VideoEdge Hybrid recorders in place, CCSD’s safety officers will have faster search capabilities American Dynamics, a Tyco Security Products brand that is part of Tyco, the world’s largest pure-play fire protection and security company, announced recently that Cherokee County School District (CCSD), located in the Atlanta metro area, has chosen its American Dynamics video security solutions to secure its schools and other facilities. One of the largest public...

Philip Morant School and College is also using door handles from Alpro’s Impressionist range The Philip Morant School and College in Colchester, Essex, is using transom door closers from Alpro Architectural Hardware. The school is a high achieving 11- 18 academy that was rated as ‘outstanding’ in its last Ofsted inspection. The Alpro closers have been fitted on doors manufactured by Essex-based IDF Aluminum Ltd. Major works at the school have seen the creati...

NBCPS uses Security Center to manage network cameras from Axis Communications and HID door readers Genetec™, a leading provider of unified IP security solutions recently announced that North Bend Central School District (NBCPS) has chosen and installed Genetec Security Center to better protect its elementary and junior high school students. North Bend Central School District serves a community of 1,200 residents in the southwest corner of Dodge County, Nebrask...

The school decided to deploy the VIVOTEK network cameras because of their superior image quality The Prairie Hill School District is a gateway community on the North East state line. The District is part suburb and 100% committed to offering the finest instructional program in the area. It believes that an effective instructional program requires a school environment where student safety is top priority. To ensure the safety of its students, as well as staff, the Prairie H...

SALTO’s XS4 range including E9450 handle sets have been supplied and installed on over 50 doors at the college The college is centrally located in the Lesmurdie area, approximately 25 minutes from the Central Business District of Perth, Western Australia. Its semi-rural location is well serviced public and private transport links to the city and surrounding areas. The college’s exquisite gardens, lush lawns, leafy surroundings and relaxing atmosphere provide a perf...

The new key system is compatible with restricted Schlage Primus XP keys being used in some applications Allegion PLC, a leading global provider of security products and solutions, recently announced that the Olathe Public School District is improving classroom security and simplifying key control by replacing multiple brands of locks on classrooms and other doors with Schlage locks and a patent-protected Everest 29™ key system.       &n...

Pupils can identify themselves to a locker using the sites’ existing biometric system RFID tagging and biometric technologies are solving logistical problems throughout education with a notable example being increasingly efficient administration of e-learning projects. Primary and secondary schools are realising the true potential of iPad, tablet and laptop-based learning but only once issuance of the equipment and auditing tasks become automated so that teachers and pup...

Traka’s iPad lockers has enabled the academies to manage both the pool iPads and the student’s personal devices Traka, the key and asset management specialist, has assisted a ground-breaking e-learning initiative at Hastings and St Leonards Academy. The installation of iPad lockers has enabled effective management of both pool and personal devices, limiting classroom disruptions and ensuring the technology is utilised as effectively as possible. Hastings and St Le...

The VMS helps streamline video security operations and helps users analyze video and security data Verint® Systems Inc.  recently announced that St. James School, a private Catholic school in Stratford, Conn., is benefiting from its use of the Verint Video Management Software™ (VMS) solution, boosting security and helping safeguard students and staff. Established 65 years ago to serve the educational, spiritual and social needs of students in grades pre-K to eig...

A mixture of internal full-HD mini-dome cameras & external full-HD bullet cameras were selected for installation Background When it built its new Sixth Form Building, Dartford Grammar required a robust video security system which would offer the highest quality surveillance and monitoring throughout the premises, was easy to operate would integrate seamlessly with its existing video security solution. A Sony IP-based security solution was chosen integrating a combination...

Lexington One choses MOBOTIX IP solution to provide highest level of safety and security for students and staff MOBOTIX Corp., a leading provider of high-resolution, network-based security solutions, recently announced that Lexington School District One has deployed a comprehensive MOBOTIX IP surveillance solution across 32 school and administration buildings. Lexington One, a 360-square-mile district in Lexington, S.C., chose the MOBOTIX solution to unify video surveillance c...

The EVVA ICS (Inner Code System) locking system will make sure that the building is safe and secure The Federal School Centre in St. Veit built in 1984 was comprehensively renovated and restructured. The measures were completed in 2012. Today, the school center is equipped with the very latest state-of-the-art technology. During the course of the restructuring measures, the entire center was equipped with the EVVA ICS locking system. The experienced EVVA partner, Gabi Köp...

Hikvision design, and install, a solution that addresses these security goals It seems there isn't a week that goes by where some type of horrific school-related incident is in the news. This phenomena isn't linked to any country, but the unfortunate script usually includes someone - often a student - arriving on campus intent on doing harm to fellow classmates and faculty. While this represents the absolute worst case scenario, there is also a less dramatic variety that...

Strand High School offers a peaceful learning environment & has excellent academic facilities It seems there isn't a week that goes by where some type of horrific school-related incident is in the news. This phenomenon isn't linked to any country, but the unfortunate script usually includes someone - often a student - arriving on campus intent on doing harm to fellow classmates and faculty. While this represents the absolute worst case scenario, there is also a less d...

Integrated security systems provider TDSi sees the education sector as a particularly interesting growth market The education sector has become an important vertical market for the security industry. With recent high-profile cases of security issues in some schools, it is a market that looks set to become even more security focused. Many educational establishments are looking more closely than ever at the security of their facilities, to protect people, property and assets fro...

Working closely with NCS Technology, the school installed MOBOTIX’s indoor and outdoor cameras MOBOTIX AG, a leading manufacturer of digital high-resolution, network-based security vision systems has released details of a project at Herne Bay High School, a mixed ability Academy, with designated Sports College status, in Kent, that has benefited from long term use of MOBOTIX technology to help build and sustain a thriving educational community. Herne Bay High School is o...

The centralized system allows the district to grant new employees access to the appropriate school buildings Flexible PCSC system offers centralised control while meeting the needs of 47 buildings. When voters in Colorado’s Poudre School District approved a bond measure in 2000 to fund a new school security system, they made a clear statement about the value they place on keeping the district’s 24,000 students safe. “The community has charged us with the car...

The HID and Plasco solutions has enabled DPS to enhance campus security and safety HID Global, a worldwide leader in secure identity solutions, recently announced that the company’s secure ID card issuance solutions, combined with solutions from Plasco ID, a leading integrator and provider of card-based ID systems, has enabled Dayton Public Schools (DPS) in Dayton, Ohio to increase classroom attendance, while enhancing campus security and safety by including new visual s...

Each of the schools that have the Keyscan system are equipped with readers on four perimeter doors per school School security has quickly become one of the most controversial and alarming issues of our time. With all of the unique conditions found in a school setting, finding the right solution that encompasses all elements of secured access control while being easy to use and integrate into normal school operation can be an intimidating task. Faced with the challenge of secur...

Over 48 VIVOTEK network cameras have been installed in hallways, stairways, and around sports grounds at the school A Safer Campus Where Children Can Learn and Grow Schools are places for students to learn and acquire professional and social skills. For children and young adults, school is also a place that shapes their personality, integrity and self-respect. However, schools often double as public places that are open to communities, making the safety and security on campu...

Sunstone has completed its first DirectIP rollout at Katharine Lady Berkeley’s school in Gloucestershire IDIS has announced a strategic alliance with leading security integrator, Sunstone Systems to bring next generation DirectIP surveillance solutions to its UK-wide customer base.   With a broad range of medium to large enterprise customers from both the public and private sector, Sunstone has completed its first DirectIP rollout at prestigious school, Kathar...

Mul-T-Lock’s SMARTair wireless access control system was installed throughout the school Newark & Sherwood Locksmiths has worked with John Davies Primary School to design a scalable security solution to upgrade the facilities from mechanical locking to access control, using Mul-T-Lock’s innovative SMARTair system. Nottinghamshire based John Davies Primary School promotes positive behavior by creating an atmosphere of trust, security and mutual respect. With a...

Cooper Security recommended local security partner, DA Security Systems, to install a personal alarm system The Westgate School first opened its doors in 1958 and now serves a wide geographical area to the west of Slough in Berkshire. It is currently expanding its student numbers and by 2014 it will deliver high quality comprehensive education to over 1,000 11-19 year olds. The Westgate School has levels of achievement above the average for all schools nationally. A polic...

99% of the site is monitored by discreet CCTV systems which blend into the decor as devices similar to smoke detectors MOBOTIX AG, a leading manufacturer of digital high-resolution, network-based video security systems has released details of a project at the Trent Valley Academy that has helped create a safe and secure environment for the academic community with improved reliability and simplified operating procedures. In 2009, Trent Valley Academy opened its main four store...

Milestone VMS allows authorized staff to monitor for safety, security and disciplinary actions at any time Milestone XProtect open platform video management software (VMS) is the basis for an integrated security system in the Traverse City Area Public Schools (TCAPS). Since each school previously had a stand-alone system, the security was upgraded to connect all 26 buildings in the district on one IP network. Paul Mahon, Director of Construction and Maintenance for TCAPS, par...