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Synology.Brings.IT Mentality. to.Surveillance.............................18 News feature

Smart City.is.Not.About.the.Data:.Vidsys.......20 Data Protection for.Physical.Security.Systems. Should.be.Tightened............................................21 HD, Analytics.Work.Wonders.for.ANPR.......22 Bosch.Adds.Video Analytics.as.Standard. Feature.in.All.Cameras........................................23 Six Principles for.Successful.Implementation of.Mobile IDs......................................................24

Market dyNaMics

Indonesian.Security.Market. Poised.for.Accelerated Growth P. 26

Vertical solutioN

The.Lowdown.on.Aviation Security Technology.Practices.................................. 36

product exploratioN

Emerging Trends Address Parking Issues P. 32

Airports.Are.Leading.the.Way.in. Transport.Security................................ 42 ViewpoiNt

Making 4K Video Surveillance Worth. the.Investment............................................ 50 The.Right.Approach.to.Security Nightclubs................................................. 54 Vertical solutioN

Ensuring.Safe Passage.Through. Tunnels..............................................................46 BusiNess talk

A.Quick.Overview.of.Recent.M&As......... 64

P. 46 iNdustry report

A.Deeper.Look.Inside.the. Industrial Camera P. 58 Industrial Cameras in Industry 4.0 for.Efficient. P. 62 Production

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‘Smart’ Technology.Trends.Give.Smart. Homes.a.New.Lease.On.Life......................66 Contents.....................................................8 Editor’s.Note............................................10 Application.Cases....................................12 Products.of.the.Month.............................16

News.Feature..........................................20 Corporate.News......................................25 New.Products..........................................71 Show.Preview..........................................73

Companies.in.This.Issue.........................77 Show.Calendar........................................78

Thailand Bombings and Tensions with China Raise Security Measures in Asia

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SEAN members have just celebrated the association’s 49th anniversary in Jakarta, Indonesia, early in August. Right after the celebration, Southeast Asia’s main grouping held a meeting attended by their foreign ministers on the 14th. During the talk, terrorism, economy, climate change, security, the impact of Brexit and other issues were discussed. According to The Jakarta Post, “At the top of everyone’s mind is the July 12 decision by the Hague-based tribunal in the dispute between China and the Philippines.” However, ASEAN member countries are still split on their opinions on how to deal with China regarding the South China Sea dispute, due to the strong Chinese presence in some of the countries. On August 12, Thailand was again hit by explosions, 11 bombings in less than a day. Even though no one has claimed responsibility for the blasts yet, Thailand’s tourism took a strong hit. Now, some businesses in Hua Hin and Phuket, two famous tourist spots, have shut down and tourists are warned against travelling there. According to the local media, because of this tragedy, Thailand has already lost 200,000 visitors after the blasts.

Right after the Istanbul attack in Turkey in June, Singapore, seen by many as the entrance to the Southeast Asian market, has stepped up its security checks and “patrols at checkpoints and key transport nodes,” according to Today, a major Singaporean newspaper. Overall, Southeast Asia is now experiencing turbulences that might heavily hinder its development and economic growth. For the security industry, even though many countries have prioritized security measures, a certain amount of impact to their growth can still be expected. It has become very common for projects to be delayed or postponed in many of the developing countries. Over the past two to three years, we have seen the mild growth of many security companies in Asia, especially in Southeast Asia. Many local experts have emphasized that they would need to strongly rely on local partners to expand their market share in this region. In this issue, we have a special feature on the Indonesian market, whose growth is outperforming many other Southeast Asian countries. Next, we can probably expect the Philippines, Cambodia, Myanmar and Laos to follow suit in the security market.

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APPLICATION CASES said Mike Barber, Chief Operating Officer of NEC Australia. The facial recognition system offers SAPOL a powerful investigative tool that is integrated with other biometric technologies and core policing systems.

>> Health Care

Surveon Enhances Security for Hospital in Taiwan

Taipei City Hospital is the largest medical organization in Northern Taiwan. The medical institution originally utilized a traditional video surveillance system that failed to provide high resolution images and long-term recording due to the lack of storage capacity. In order to protect the reputation and staff of the hospital, it needed a better surveillance system to provide clear videos to serve as evidence when conflicts happen. Intellize, Surveon Technology’s main partner in Taiwan, adopted two types of cameras with Full HD 1920 x 1080 resolutions to monitor the emergency room area. Surveon’s compact dome camera featured 2-axis support, which allowed it to provide wider coverage. Due to its compact size, it was not too obtrusive for the patients. Indoor dome cameras were also installed, equipped with audio features that supported the hospital’s efforts to record and effectively manage conflicts or disputes that may occur in the emergency room. Additionally, both models provided 2D/3D noise reduction to ensure clear images under different lighting circumstances. Surveon’s NVRs were chosen for the project for their overall system reliability and stability, as well as their ability to support up to 64-channel, 5-megapixel recording. This large capacity with storage expansion to iSCSI was the ideal option to meet the hospital’s requirement for 24/7, non-stop megapixel recording and longer video retention period.

>> Energy

Videotec Monitors Windfarms in South Korea

Videotec’s ULISSE cameras have been successfully installed across windfarms on the largest island in South Korea, the volcanic Jejudo. Windfarms present with complex surveillance challenges because they are made up of very large areas, with many elements to be monitored. Additionally, these typically present without defined perimeters and are often located in remote areas. Therefore, the cameras to be used needed to be able to monitor large outdoor areas and collect sharp, detailed images. They must also be capable of sending back information about plant operations to the operator in a timely manner so areas that required attention will be properly attended to. The project used Videotec’s ULISSE compact HD cameras since they can provide a high level of protection with extremely fast reaction times, which are necessary features when monitoring critical environments such as energyproducing windfarms. The IP 1080p, 60fps cameras incorporated a 30x optical zoom which can accurately pick out details from a scene and provide incredibly sharp images. With help from the LED infra-red option, the ULISSE compact HD cameras can provide clear images of the monitored area at night and are able to detect objects that are around 200 meters away, even in total darkness. The integrated wipers ensure images remain sharp regardless of weather conditions.

>> City Surveillance

LILIN Cameras Installed in Bangladesh Neighborhoods

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The Bangladesh government wanted to tighten video surveillance in Gulshan, Baridhara and Niketan. Hence, they decided to install a Merit LILIN video surveillance system consisting of a total of 100 IP-based surveillance cameras in these neighborhoods. One of the main challenges of this project then involved the deployment of the system in this 10-kilometer, widespread area. Since its initial deployment, the camera systems have already helped law enforcement authorities solve many complicated cases. After the video surveillance system led to a successful investigation of a murder, the authorities wanted to expand it to other areas in Bangladesh as well. The customer contacted AA Technology, LILIN’s local distribution partner in Bangladesh, for the installation of 500 more IP cameras and a number plate recognition system. In addition to this, the previous NVR-based systems were upgraded to the VMS Navigator platform to secure areas of Abdullaphur, Gabtoli, Mohahali, Firmgate, Kawranbazar, Rampura and Tezgaon. According to the authorities, crimes have decreased significantly compared to before. With the deployment of the Bangla Automatic Number Plate Recognition System, all moving vehicles are now being registered automatically. The new panic button system is helping citizens to interact with police. To view the most updated and complete content for application cases, please visit the “Vertical Solutions” section of our website at www.asmag.com. The website collects recent security-related case studies and presents the best-possible solutions for various vertical markets around the world. For more information, contact as-pr@newera. messfrankfurt.com

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3D People Counting for Retail Solutions Provides Precise Data Editor’s Note:

Retail solutions have relied heavily on analytics to provide valuable customer data that can help improve marketing campaigns, allow for better placements of products and so on. 3D people counters are making their way into retail solutions to provide increased counting accuracy as well as precise data. Being able to calculate depth with its double lens, this technology can count children and adults separately and deduct children from the total count, making the calculations more accurate as children rarely buy items on their own.

vivoteK sC8131 stereo CaMera

IVOTEK’s SC8131 is a stereo counting camera armed with VIVOTEK’s 3D depth technology and video surveillance functionality, providing 2-megapixel, real-time precise tracking video and high accuracy counting up to 98 percent. The stereo camera generates data and information from people counting and flow path tracking, which can be applied to store layout improvement, promotional evaluation, staff planning, and control of service times. Thus, providing business owners with key metrics to effectively make operating decisions and increase return on investment (ROI). • VIVOTEK 3D depth technology • High accuracy rate up to 98% • Local storage data for counting report • Easy installation and configuration • Seamless counting with VAST VMS Supplier: VIVOTEK

URL: www.vivotek.com

Geovision Gv-3D PeoPle Counter vMs

he GV-3D People Counter integrates Asus Xtion Pro to count and analyze the number of people passing by the designated detection area. You can connect the GV-3D People Counter with a VGA or HDMI monitor for direct display of counting data and configure device settings through an on-screen display (OSD) menu. • Counts the number of people (in and out) • Support for HDMI and VGA compatible monitors • IR remote control to configure on-screen display (OSD) menu • Support for data compiling and chart analysis on GV-Web Report • Audio alarm for traffic in wrong direction and exceeding maximum entries, exits or stays • SSDHC card supported Supplier: Geovision

URL: www.geovision.com.tw

sensorMatiC stereo overheaD traffiC sensor

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ensormatic’s Stereo Overhead (3D) Traffic Sensor mounts to the ceiling to provide a holistic traffic view with enhanced activity analysis and video validation abilities. Advanced capabilities allow the sensor to count side-by-side traffic, track multiple people simultaneously, differentiate between adults and children, and avoid counting carts and strollers. As shoppers pass through the sensor’s field of view, they leave a unique trail or path. Each path is tagged with a unique ID that can then be converted into numerous metric opportunities within the sensor. • Assists in analyzing effectiveness of promotions and marketing campaigns • Connects directly to existing store networks • Minimizes nuisance alarms to improve the shopper experience • Reduces power consumption of EAS system components when leveraging the Power-On- Demand feature • Decreases service costs with remote monitoring of EAS equipment Supplier: Sensormatic

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ynology, a well-known networkattached storage (NAS) provider, is now being highly recognized by the video surveillance industry for its easy-to-use user interface and software features. What sets Synology apart from other competitors in the video surveillance field is that the company provides not just a NAS server, but also the video management software (VMS) which runs on all Synology NAS. This all-inclusive system of NAS servers with pre-installed VMS is Synology’s main offering to the market. James Chen, CEO of Synology, explained this strategic approach, and the changes that the company has observed in the video surveillance industry since Synology launched its first management software for surveillance in 2009, saying: “IP video surveillance has become mainstream in the security industry. Over the past ten years, video surveillance products have become more standardized — cameras with standard interface protocols like ONVIF, codecs like H.264/ H.265 and connectivity via Ethernet devices — which is very similar to the IT industry. All these provide good opportunities for an IT-based company, such as Synology, to grow.” In the meantime, video surveillance trends are also driving storage systems to evolve. The growing number of high-definition cameras, such as 4K and multi-megapixel ones, create enormous amounts of data to be stored and managed. On the other hand, “Big Data” is pushing the security industry to concentrate on how to access, analyze and manage security data. “So, what we also observed is that the role of the ‘storage management system,’ then, becomes very vital to support the future development of video surveillance. Synology, therefore, introduces a powerful storage system with very intuitive management software to fulfill the need for future surveillance,” he continued.

go VMS, which runs on our NAS servers. The all-inclusive VMS and storage system provides high price-performance ratio and ease of deployment. With our VMS — Surveillance Station, our NAS becomes an NVR with storage capability, saving users the expense of getting the VMS and storage system separately, and providing greater integration. It also provides a number of stand-alone camera makers and systems integrators with more business opportunities,” said Chen. In addition to its system design, Synology pays much attention to its partnerships with multiple camera vendors over the years, since it understands that for systems integrators, the key factor in choosing a product or brand lies in its compatibility and technical support. Its video surveillance systems are now compatible with 4,700 types of cameras and provide ONVIF support to ensure full integration and flexible deployment.

Offers Impeccable Software Functions Synology also designs some key functions that are crucial to a largescaled enterprise for it to easily manage IP cameras deployed across different geographical locations, such as the authorization of multiple accounts, high availability, traffic control, local and remote backup, recovery

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EnsurEs EfficiEnt and flExiblE intEgration Firstly targeting small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs), the company tried to design a system which can really benefit the end users. SMBs usually have higher concerns over total costs, and their technical resources and knowledge are also limited. “That is why we provide them with ready-to-

With its solid IT background, major NAS provider Synology combines storage with advanced software functions for a video surveillance system. As the trends of 4K, big data, and the convergence of logical and physical security become more evident, Synology sees the present as the prime time for the company to grow in video surveillance. BY Jill Lai

solution, cybersecurity, and the advanced search of recordings. Chen said, “Leveraging our strengths in IT networking, storage and software, Synology is able to introduce the most advanced and easy-to-use VMS to surveillance, for large-scale deployments.”

StayS FocuSed on needS oF Large enterpriSeS & SMBS To better describe Synology’s expertise, Chen said that in addition to SMBs, Synology also has a comprehensive portfolio for enterprises requiring large-scaled deployments. He elaborated: “Our systems have proven very beneficial for enterprises or SMBs with chain stores or multi-site offices like banks and large retailers, which require centralized management. Normally, these markets are

dominated by analog or traditional NVR devices. But now, they are starting to have a better understanding toward the benefits of using our video surveillance systems. Because Synology has a solid IT background and years of experience in surveillance, we can bring the advantages of standardization to video surveillance systems, ensuring more efficient, scalable and integrated deployments.” “Synology’s CMS allows the central management of over 5,000 cameras, enabling us to target businesses that require this capability. Furthermore, for enterprises or SMBs with huge storage demands, our scalable NAS can offer storage that could be expanded up to one petabyte to support them as their business grows,” he added. Overall, this highly scalable and all-inclusive VMS and storage approach provides the best choice for its customers, especially in SMBs and largescaled enterprises for centralized management, according to Chen. For instance, a telecom provider deployed Synology’s NAS in 85 of its stores. Each of the 85 stores has its own recording server, monitoring six to eight IP cameras. In its regional headquarters, three CMS clusters were set up, along with CMS host servers and expansion units.

VEILLANCE James Chen, CEO, Synology

Additionally, a major player in the semiconductor industry has deployed Synology’s NAS in its data centers. Each of the three data centers has its own CMS cluster, which consists of one host server unit and four recording server units. The three clusters manage 600 cameras in total.

EyEs on southEast asia Over the past few years, the company has already achieved significant growth in multiple countries across the Americas, Europe and APAC (Australia), with strong support from its local offices in the U.S., U.K. and Germany. Next, Synology would like to utilize its software strength and experience to grow even further, especially in the Southeast Asia region as it is predicted to have the most growth in IP video surveillance in the next decade. We can tell from the Synology’s IT background and the future trends of physical security that the company is staying on the right track to deliver what users really need for video surveillance. With this, we can foresee a promising future for the company.

Over the past ten years, video surveillance products have become more standardized — cameras with standard interface protocols like ONVIF, codecs like H.264/ H.265 and connectivity via Ethernet devices — which is very similar to the IT industry. All these provide good opportunities for an IT-based company, such as Synology, to grow.

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Smart City is Not About the Data: Vidsys With large numbers of connected devices coming together, smart cities will generate massive amounts of data, but it’s not the data itself that matters as much as the meaningful usage of it, according to James Chong, CEO and Founder of Vidsys. BY Prasanth Aby Thomas

that’s organized and in a way that’s meaningful, we will never be able to take advantage of that.”

From PSIm to CSIm and Beyond

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peaking at a recent webinar, James Chong, CEO and Founder of Vidsys, pointed out that there are 13 billion connected devices today and this is set to increase to 50 billion by the year 2020. “One of the key things and messages that I want to share with you today is that IoT as well as smart city is not actually about data ... because there is so much data being generated and will continue to grow … it’s really about data filtering and correlation, because ultimately we have to make sense of the data,” Chong said. The definition of IoT is advanced connectivity through sensors, devices, systems, subsystems and services through the cloud, he added. And this means that there is going to be massive amounts of data generated. Over 90 percent of all data that’s generated on the planet has happened in the last few years.

“We have to understand why the integration of data from multiple internal and external forces that drives again the data correlation needs and also the ability to present that in a meaningful fashion where we have to be able to visualize that data once it’s filtered,” Chong continued. “And then ultimately at the end, having that information that’s actionable. Because again we have a lot of data, unless

“CSIM is converged security — cyber, physical, IT and electronic — all combined to help create the true security profile with information management that has not much to do with security.”

Chong spoke further on the evolution of video management systems as the technology moves into the era of connected devices. “PSIM did not exist back in 2005,” Chong said. “It was a new category that we helped to bring into the market in 2006, where we took the IT security of SIM and brought in the physical and brought in a lot more of the visualization and the video and other components that create physical security solutions. Also in the last two to three years, we have been helping to educate the market on where this is evolving to. So from thousands of devices or objects, to now, tens of thousands to hundreds of thousands and millions of objects, you are now going into the CSIM element.” CSIM is converged security — cyber, physical, IT and electronic — all combined to help create the true security profile with information management that has not much to do with security. It’s about efficiency, building automations, building intelligence, big data, the SCADA and automation, that together creates and helps to launch initiatives such as smart city or safe city programs. Vidsys sees the market transitioning to truly a virtualized services-offering where the IoT and the verticals would benef it, Chong added. “Because ultimately, we have to help and co-exist in our environment, and without the combination of bringing together the technology and the intelligence, as well as the people and the process, we will never actually get to a solution that’s available nor a value-add to the people that are looking for that.”

ptex seeks to expand its businesses related to the security sensor and automatic door sensor segment in the Southeast Asian region, and decided to establish a subsidiary in Bangkok, Thailand. The region is at the beginning of a transition from manned security to automated security systems resulting from a sharp rise in personnel expenses and manpower shortages in the security industry, and Optex seeks to accelerate and expand its business through the sale of its sensor systems and technical support for automated security systems. Under the direction of Managing Director Takuya Nishitani, the main business will be focused on the planning and sales of products related to security and automatic doors. In the future, Optex will work to grow and develop the subsidiary as a Southeast Asian base for entering businesses in areas other than security sensor and automatic door sensor segments and for opening new markets.

OT Systems Sponsors Ethernet Connectivity in the Philippines

T Systems, a provider of transmission solution technology, recently offered an extensive Ethernet product training to security systems integrators during the grand opening celebration at Cebu Technical Vocational Training and Assessment Academy (VocTech) in the Philippines. VocTech’s Premises Cabling Laboratory is powered by OT Systems and showcases its IP transmission solutions. During the inauguration, Calvin Wong, OT Systems’ Managing Director, offered the company’s congratulations and gave students insight into the latest global surveillance networking trends. “We are very happy to be here at the VocTech grand opening and to provide our professional Ethernet equipment in the Lab,” said Wong. “IP connectivity is a continuing trend in the industry.” On the next day, it held a product training and live demonstration to local security and IT systems integrators in VocTech’s Premises Cabling Lab. OT Systems demonstrated its full line of Ethernet transmission solutions on different mediums for surveillance applications. During the live demo, OT Systems introduced the SuperXtra Ring topology and Surveillance Device Management (SDM) functions of the new L2+ managed Ethernet switches, new bi-directional contact closure media converters and Ethernet-over-Coax extension solutions to all the attendees.

OnSSI Adds EOS Australia to Distribution Network

nSSI has named EOS Australia as the latest firm to join its distribution network. The organization supported by Brassets International (OnSSI’s master distributor for the region) will manage wholesale sales activity for OnSSI across Australia and New Zealand. “The addition of EOS Australia as a distribution partner enables OnSSI to expand sales opportunities in the Australia and New Zealand markets,” said Mulli Diamant, VP of International Business Development at OnSSI. “The firm’s combination of sales expertise, presence and the substantial experience of its staff makes EOS Australia an ideal distributor for Ocularis in this important region.” EOS has provided design, supply and support of video surveillance, access control and other security solutions for more than two decades, and the firm’s management team has a combined 100-plus years of industry experience. Headquartered in Sydney, EOS operates four additional branches in Australia and New Zealand, each of which maintains extensive warehousing facilities to serve its 4,000-plus customers in the region.

Ricoh Asia Pacific and ACTi Form Strategic Partnership

icoh Asia Pacific announced a strategic partnership between its New Core Business Group and ACTi, an intelligent videobased solution provider, to bring the complete portfolio of ACTi products and solutions to thousands of Ricoh’s existing and future customers. With this partnership, Ricoh Asia Pacific expects to add an important piece into its already comprehensive solution offering which comprises Print & Document Management Solutions, Visual Communications Solutions and IT Services. It is committed to constantly change with the times and cater to the needs and requirements of the modern customer’s business environment. This latest addition of solutions from ACTi will enable it to fulfill this commitment and more. ACTi’s intelligent video security system can safeguard users’ premises day and night, 365 days a year. The underlying video management system can be installed on-site as well as in the cloud for unlimited remote access. The Market Application Suite (MAS) is a cloud dashboard that streamlines enterprise’s operation management and delivers valuable business intelligence insights in the form of graphs and charts through its user-friendly interface. It is accessible from anywhere, anytime.

Corporate News

Optex Establishes Subsidiary Company in Thailand

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As a promising emerging economy in Asia, Indonesia has a fast-growing security industry. Several factors are contributing to its development, and this includes concerns on terrorism, government and private initiatives, etc. We take a look at the factors affecting demand in this country, and challenges and opportunities for security companies there. BY Prasanth Aby Thomas

King Hartono Hamidjaja, Country Sales General Manager, Robert Bosch Johan Haryanto, MD, Hotware Indonesia Doris Hiwakari, Sales Manager, EcoBuilding Division, Indonesia, Pelco by Schneider Electric Yohanes Edo Pribadi, CEO, Epri Total Integrasi Denny Tansil, Country Sales Leader, Honeywell Security and Fire Ivan Tjahjadi, ASEAN Country Manager, Axis Communications

EmErging Trends AddrEss Parking issues

Incorporating smart technology, such as sensors and cameras, into parking management is not only reducing time spent by drivers searching for a parking spot, it’s also increasing operational efficiency and revenue for parking lot owners. BY Eifeh Strom, Freelancer

f there’s one thing every driver in the world has experienced, it’s the frustration of trying to find a parking space. Drivers waste time, fuel and energy searching for parking, whether it be on city streets or in parking lots. This not only creates extra traffic but also results in increased pollution in the air and enraged drivers on the roads. Latin America and APAC are projected to drive the smart parking management systems market in the coming years, according to a recent report by Persistence Market Research (PMR). Increased traffic congestion issues in these emerging regions were cited as drivers for this growth. With the rise of smart cities across the globe, more and more city governments and private parking lot owners are looking to improve the overall parking experience. The use of devices like smart sensors and integration with things like mobile payment are helping to not only reduce driver frustrations, but also improve operational efficiency and increase revenue for lot owners.

Working to Uncomplicate the problem

The use of devices like sensors is helping drivers find available parking spaces and allowing parking managers to maximize their profits.

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There has been debate about whether or not increasing the amount of available parking in a city helps or hurts traffic. Some argue that increasing its availability simply results in more people driving, meaning more drivers on the roads. At the same time, others argue that more parking spaces, if properly managed, help relieve traffic caused by people that can’t find a place to park. Regardless of which argument is “right,” one thing is certain — searching or “cruising” for parking definitely contributes

to slowed traffic. In fact, Marcus Zwick, Head of Innovation Management Mobility Division at Siemens noted the search for parking spaces causes one-third of traffic in European cities. “One of the challenges that parking lot managers are coping with, particularly on-street in cities, is that available parking spaces are not easy to find — they aren’t visible,” said Edwin Siemerink, SENSIT Proposition Manager at Nedap Mobility Solutions. The aim of smart parking, then, is to make these available spaces visible. However, the frustration of finding parking isn’t just about the time spent finding a parking space; it’s about other things like payment method and gas usage too. “Most of the challenges come from the unpleasant user experience caused by spending a lot of time on searching for a parking space, the complicated payment process and even the difficulty to locate where the car is parked,” said Bowen Han, Product Manager at Dahua Technology. Understanding these underlying challenges is key to developing a smart parking management system that can not just address these issues, but solve them in a manner that is both beneficial to drivers and parking owners. Luckily, with technology advanced as it is now, the number of companies working to maximize parking efficiency is on the rise.

Utilizing technology to ease Driver heaDaches According to Navigant Research, sensor networks that detect vehicle occupancy are what provide the basic intelligence behind smart parking systems. In fact, its recent report found the installed base of sensor-enabled on-street smart parking spaces is expected to surpass one million worldwide by 2024. By utilizing sensors, software and smart data interpretation, the benefits of smart parking management are clear: “smart infrastructures save time, protect the environment and ultimately improve the quality of life for city dwellers,” said Zwick.

Source: Nedap Mobility Solutions Sensors that detect unoccupied parking spaces can not only be beneficial to the drivers, but also to parking lot operators who can immediately determine if it is being misused.

Kurt Buecheler, SVP, Marketing and Business Development, Streetline Edwin Siemerink, SENSIT Proposition Manager, Nedap Mobility Solutions Adler Wu, Product Manager, Vertical Solutions, Hikvision Digital Technology

The use of devices like sensors is helping drivers find available parking spaces and allowing parking managers to maximize their profits. “Our wireless parking sensor system SENSIT detects in real time whether or not an on-street parking space is available or not and for how long,” said Siemerink. “This information can be used to efficiently guide motorists to an available parking space. Our parking solution notifies parking enforcers in real time about the cars in overstay and the cars that misuse a dedicated parking space. Additionally, the real-time parking data from the sensors can be used to integrate in parking payment apps and displays.”

On-Trend Integrations Part of what makes smart systems smart is their ability to integrate with other devices, technologies and systems. For parking management companies, integration with third-party mobile apps and mobile payment are key trends worth paying attention to. With less and less people carrying cash, and more and more people looking to use payment methods such as Apple Pay, integrating various payment methods for the ease of drivers is an important part of the smart parking idea. “Mobile payment is no doubt a trend in every industry, and we absolutely want to build a smart parking system not only to benefit car drivers for a more convenient parking experience, but also provide a better management solution for parking lot operators,” Han said. Siemerink also highlighted payment integration among others. “The integration with payment apps, parking license apps, etc., will greatly improve the parking experience,” he said. “Combinations with apps from cities and shopping malls can be made to integrate parking data and further develop the customer experience of visitors. There are also interesting options with customer loyalty programs possible.”

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Civil Aviation has been a popular target for terrorists for many years. Attacks on planes have a high and dramatic media profile and in most attack scenarios, the consequences can result in a very high death toll. New developments in video analytics try to provide airports with better situational awareness and investigation capabilities.

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ecent events have brought civil aviation security back to the center stage. Earlier in May, an EgyptAir flight from Paris to Cairo crashed in the Mediterranean Sea and authorities are considering it a possible act of terrorism. In addition, the ISIS-related attack at the Brussels airport and the bombing of Metrojet Flight 9268 above the Sinai Peninsula in October 2015 reminded the world of the necessity of securing airports and airlines. “Unfortunately, I have to say that while the threat scenarios evolve over time, the systems used to protect airports and air carriers are always behind,” said Omer Laviv, Aviation Security Specialist and CEO

of Athena, a security and intelligence solutions provider that is a subsidiary of the MER group of companies. “It seems that the decision makers are always waiting for a threat scenario to actually materialize, before countering the vulnerability that enabled the threat in the first place. Airports and airlines introduce new security measures, but always after an attack and not before. For example the ban on liquids, aerosols and gels above 100 ml. was implemented after a failed bombing attempt in 2006, while the liquid explosives threat was known since 1989.” Currently, different technologies are being employed by airports to deal with security threats. This can involve the detection of illegal tools and equipment

Bill Flind, CEO, Ipsotek

Udi Segal, Director, Vertical Marketing, Qognify

Omer Laviv, Aviation Rustom Kanga, CEO, Danny Peleg, Director, Security Specialist and iOmniscient Business Development, CEO, Athena Transportation, Qognify

Are Leading Airports the Way in Transport Security The number of tourists around the world has been growing exponentially with each passing year. Hence, transport network operators are constantly being challenged to seek out solutions that can enhance overall security. Airport security systems have emerged as good models to follow, especially for railway stations, as they are well-adapted to handle situations that are particular for this field. BY Daniel Wan, Channel Marketing Manager, Security, U.K. and Ireland, Honeywell Security and Fire

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Daniel Wan, Channel Marketing Manager, Security, U.K. and Ireland, Honeywell Security and Fire

irport security has a lot to live up to. According to the International Air Transport Association (IATA), an average of eight million people flew every day in 2013, with the vast majority travelling through main airports. Airport staffing is also on the rise, as more restaurants, shops and other services arrive next to the runways. With this growing footfall to account for, airports are understandably under considerable pressure to maintain a round-the-clock, first-class security system. Although airport security is one of the most heavily scrutinized in the world, other transport networks could still benefit from adopting the systems, processes and approaches that are

best practice in the aviation industry. One transport network that should draw inspiration from airports is railway. Railway stations remain a top target for thieves in many countries â&#x20AC;&#x201D; in the U.K., for example, four of the countryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s top crime hot spots were major railway stations, based on figures released by the local police in 2013. The ever-present threat of crime means security managers are constantly on the lookout for new ways to keep passengers, staff and assets safe. Airports are well placed to provide inspiration. International airports have invested heavily in solutions and strategies that are specifically designed to better protect passengers and cargo, which is an excellent starting point

for railways looking to improve their security. This article will explore the parallels between airport and railway security and examine the best solutions that railways should be looking to adopt from airports.

Pre-emPting incidents Both airports and railway stations are some of the worldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s busiest and most congested spaces. Picture the departure lounge at international airports during the summer holiday season or a major railway station during Friday rush hour. In both scenarios, the sheer number of people can be overwhelming. Airports approach this in an innovative way â&#x20AC;&#x201D; by adopting a strategy that enables security managers to prevent scenarios from turning into incidents, rather than just reacting to events after they occur. If a passenger leaves his bag in one of the terminals and walks off, technologies such as

video analytics can help the security staff to spot the suspicious behavior in a busy crowd as it happens and pre-empt a potential problem. In addition, using a video management system to integrate several video feeds together into one single unified view makes it much easier to spot a person behaving in an unusual way and can quickly guide the security personnel to the source of concern. For larger railway stations in particular, this proactive approach to managing situations should serve as an inspiration.

AlwAys on 24/7/365 Both airport and railway transport networks never stop their operations, so their security systems must perform to the highest standards both day and night. Continuing to operate without interruption, no matter what the circumstances, is essential to securing both environments.

Take, for example, an incident when an airport suffers a power outage that affects the operational systems at the terminal. This failure can cause major flight delays and chaos, with big crowds moving around the building and demanding information about their flights. In this type of scenario, where staff attention is stretched to its limit, security is more important than ever. So how do airports ensure that they can deliver a 24/7/365 security solution that runs smoothly even in extreme circumstances like these? The answer lies in integrated security systems that are designed with automatic fail-over to back up systems. In the event of a power failure or a security risk, site security is immediately picked up and controlled by a secondary security site. Like how airports andrailway stations can be affected by adverse conditions outside of their control. Severe weather, flooding or fire can disrupt critical operational systems and put thousands of passengers at risk. Investing in back-up

Ensuring

Safe Passage Through There are thousands of kilometers of tunnels around the world. For many people living in large cities, spending their daily commute underground seems natural. Yet few are aware of the immense engineering challenges involved in keeping traffic flowing safely underground or through a mountain. BY The a&s Editorial Team

urope stands out as an exceptional case study in regard to tunnel security. Tunnel security in Europe has been greatly promoted through EU regulation, specifically EU directive 2004/54, which required the risk assessment of all tunnels and, depending on the outcome, required them to be refurbished or sometimes also to be extended, for example, with extra rescue tubes. “The need to retrofit tunnels was one of the major market drivers in the tunnel industry. The lifetime of tunnels is typically several decades. However, as the equipment inside a tunnel becomes more and more based on electronics, the lifetime of typical electronic components is also reduced. The average periods for refurbishing tunnels with electrical equipment have been reduced in recent years from around 20 years to around 15 years,” explained Christoph Seewald, Head of Industry Management Transport Logistics for German sensor manufacturer SICK.

regulation promotes new technology The new EU legislation concerning tunnel safety and limiting the impact of possible incidents prescribes the mandatory use of video analytics in tunnels over a length

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A COMPREHENSIVE SOLUTION TYPICALLY CONSIST OF SEVERAL SECURITY AND SAFETY DOMAINS, LIKE FOR EXAMPLE, FIRE DETECTION, PUBLIC ADDRESS AND EVACUATION, AND VIDEO SYSTEMS.

of 500 meters to ensure automatic incident detection. “This means that video surveillance cameras with built-in video analytics, like intelligent video analytics, will slowly become commonplace in future tunnel design, since these intelligent techniques are a necessity to potentially prevent or at least limit the impact of tunnel incidents,” explained Szymon Chlebowski, Solution Consultant of Business Development EMEA in Bosch Security Systems. A comprehensive solution typically consist of several security and safety domains, like for example, fire detection, public address and evacuation, and video systems. “All monitoring solutions are firstly installed to detect disruptions that may cause accidents as early as possible. Secondly, in case of an incident, solutions for public address and evacuation have to be in place to safely guide people out of a hazardous situation,” he added.

challenges for tunnel security Tunnels have unique challenges not found in other road conditions. These include low light, limited space to place cameras, distorted sound bouncing off the walls of the tunnel, constraints in servicing the equipment, equipment

Tunnels getting dirty from dust and other particles, etc. Manufacturers therefore need to come up with innovative solutions to ensure safety and security. The limited lighting options inside the tunnel poses as a challenge. To counter it, manufacturers use low light cameras and high dynamic ranges which can help counter the differences in lighting between the tunnel itself and its portals. Jenoptik, for example, deployed “Robot Black Flash” technology in two long Thuringian tunnels on German highways 4 and 71. Both tunnels require specific flash technology to ensure that drivers are not blinded by the flash. For that purpose, an infrared flash was developed which is almost invisible to the human eye and thus, cannot blind drivers, but nonetheless enables high-resolution image quality for the correct recognition of drivers and license plates. One of the challenges in tunnels is the large amount of environmental noise. This includes lighting changes, shadows, highlights and reflections. The video software must understand these types of noise and ignore them. “A second challenge with tunnels is low ceiling heights and constrained space, which result in camera mounting locations with very low look angles but views

Larry Bowe, President and CEO, PureTech Systems

Szymon Chlebowski, Solution Consultant, Business Development, EMEA, Bosch Security Systems

Christoph Seewald, Head, Industry Management Transport Logistics, SICK

which can reach to several hundred meters. At long distances and low look angles, cars appear to be merged and overlapped. The camera does not get to see the entire car until it is very close. Understanding the separation of vehicles in this situation is a challenging problem. At PureTech, we address this with the use of geo-referenced video. This provides us location, real size and speed information, which in turn, enables our software to recognize individual cars, versus something that looks more like a continuous train,” explained Larry Bowe, President and CEO of analytics provider PureTech Systems. Other companies also employ the concept of pinpointing the exact location of vehicles inside the tunnel and its portals using other sensors, and not just video. Radar is used to detect vehicles regardless of weather or lighting conditions, and laser sensors are used inside the tunnel. The position coordinates of any found object are then usually transferred to a camera system to align the orientation of the camera towards the detected object.

VIDEO ANALYTICS FOR TUNNELS Larry Bowe, President and CEO of analytics provider PureTech Systems, sees three primary demands from clients using video analytics to monitor tunnels:

• Security – looking for unauthorized intrusions and abnormal activity • Safety – monitoring for events that could result in dangerous situations such as people leaving vehicles, speeding vehicles, stopped vehicles, accidents, wrong direction, presence of smoke or the detection of animals in the tunnel • Traffic Management Metrics – understanding the current flow of traffic (number of vehicles and speed), the type of vehicles present and how that changes over time

Making

4K Video Surveillance Worth the Investment

Although it might be difficult at first to justify the investment in a high resolution security system, the benefits of 4K video in the right application can make all the difference. Proper selection of systems technology, including a quality lens, are vital for realizing the full benefit. BY Andrea Iniguez, VP, Business Development, Theia Technologies

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n the business world, video surveillance has often been considered a necessary cost of doing business. Initial investment in any new system comes out of a company’s capital expenditure, and “returns” can be difficult to calculate mainly if it simply works to deter crime, or for cost avoidance. Managers have had the difficult challenge of justifying an investment without having a hard target for a new system’s return on investment (ROI). But increasing the quality and resolution of these systems increases the value of that investment and the potential return it can provide. With the advent of 4K, which offers four times higher the resolution and pixels on target than HD, users can expect to increase the value of their system’s investment more easily. More pixels on target, combined with content analytics, offers the potential for the genuine calculation of ROI.

LOSS PREVENTION AND COST REDUCTION BENEFITS Traditional loss prevention applications, such as point of sale and cash till monitoring, remain strong applica-

tions for high resolution systems such as 4K, with camera count reduction being an obvious win in terms of cost of acquisition and system maintenance. For one major UK retailer, clever deployment of high resolution cameras, video management software and analytics nearly halved its shrinkage from 0.8 percent to just 0.4 percent within the first two years — which translated into hundreds of thousands of pounds of savings. In doing so, the number of employees caught in the act increased five-fold. Beyond traditional loss prevention efforts, 4K resolution-based installations can unlock cost reductions in direct security operations, supporting ROI. For example, one US Fortune 500 company was able to deliver a 33 percent reduction in its video systems’ running costs. It calculated cost of use in terms of man-hours required to retrieve and review event footage. With a higher resolution video system, not only were they able to reduce the man-hours required for this activity, but they also cut the cost per hour of running the system. The reduction in man-hours was achieved because the higher resolution system enabled the use of video content analytics software to automate the review of the system footage. Put simply, analytics algorithms find higher quality images easier to process. They become more accurate and reliable in spotting anomalies as a result. The cost per hour reduction was achieved by reducing guard headcount since, as routine monitoring tasks were automated, fewer staff were needed to follow up on pre-qualified abnormal behaviors and events.

Business Intelligence Finally, by bringing together 4K, analytics, cloud storage and “big data”, it becomes possible to deliver concrete and accelerated ROI in a more consistent manner. 4K video data, combined with these technologies, will enable data from various sources to form a powerful source of business intelligence. A 4K video system can be used to monitor shop aisles for loss prevention, and the same video data can be mined to help understand consumer behavior via “heat mapping” analysis of traffic patterns, people counting, etc. The resulting

intelligence can then be used to develop tools to increase sales such as targeted sales promotions, queue management, improved store layouts, etc.

BUILDING THE CASE FOR 4K SYSTEMS Justifying an investment in 4K video becomes easier when you include traditional loss prevention, operational cost reductions and efficiencies, and now potential top-line revenue increases from better merchandising and store management. To make the strongest business case for 4K systems, managers may still want to funnel investment toward the areas where they see the highest risk of losses. To this end, securing areas where there is significant risk to human life or high value assets are two clear areas where we anticipate early adoption of 4K: power plants, chemical plants, airports, stadiums, casinos and banks, for example. In addition, managers across any large organization can share the system to realize benefits in multiple departments and build an ROI story much quicker as a result. But with all the resolution promises of megapixel cameras, HD is only now reaching critical mass in the security industry. Why should we believe what we are told about 4K implementation? Will we be left with broken systems, faded images and vanishing ROI?

Higher Resolution Requirements In manufacturing operations, high resolution video surveillance systems are being deployed to serve multiple department heads responsible for areas as diverse as security, health and safety monitoring, quality control, and operations. Such systems can be used to provide video evidence to resolve conflicts in a worker’s compensation claim, monitor staff behavior to a level where managers can intervene early enough to prevent accidents and manufacturing errors, as well as verify workers’ hours — most of which require (or would be greatly facilitated by) higher resolution 80 pixels per foot systems. In one US manufacturing plant, supervisors documented a 20 percent increase in productivity from better supervisory monitoring of the shop floor, warehouse and delivery areas, using a new high resolution video system. Just as 250 pixels per meter is becoming the standard for facial recognition in the U.K. and the rest of EMEA, in the United States, the Security Industry Association recommends 80 pixels per foot for a host of video system tasks. Automatic Number Plate Recognition (ANPR) and facial recognition have long been associated with higher image resolution requirements. However, a number of other video content analytics-based applications demand higher specification systems for them to deliver to their full potential. One way to look at it is shown in the images below. With an Ultra HD 4K camera, it’s easier to get the required 250 pixels per meter than with an HD camera. In this case, with a 9mm lens on an HD camera positioned 15 meters away, users can only get 189 pixels per meter (see image on the right); while with an Ultra HD 4K camera together with the same lens from the same distance, they can get nearly twice as much detail — 302 pixels/meter (see image on the left).

Addressing Limitation Issues Much has already been written about the factors affecting the adoption of 4K as a standard in the security industry. These typically include the cost of infrastructure and hardware. However, technological and market advances are addressing these limitations with the introduction of H.265 compression and the rapidly declining price of 4K monitors. With these advances, 4K is on course to become the next big video surveillance standard within two to five years.

With the same lens, higher resolution, higher detail images can be produced by an Ultra HD 4K camera (left) as compared to an HD camera (right) when taken at the same distance.

The Right Approach to Securing Nightclubs Given the unique nature of their business, it is difficult to secure nightclubs. Ensuring safety without scaring the customers away and capturing video in low light are only some of the challenges. In this article we talk to some security consultants to get their perspective on the matter. BY Prasanth Aby Thomas

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n June 12, 2016, forty-nine people at a nightclub in Orlando, Florida were shot dead by a 29 year old. Fifty-three people were wounded in the attack, while the attacker himself was shot dead by the police after a three-hour standoff. In July, another shooting incident took place at a nightclub in the same state, resulting in the death of two and injuries to 16 people. These incidents captured the attention of the media and observers around the

globe, and much debate has ensued on the motive of the killer and concerns on the increasing numbers of attacks on civilians. Perhaps something that did not get as much attention as it deserved was the subject of what nightclubs should do to improve the safety of their customers. Nightclubs are soft targets for terrorist attacks due to the large numbers of people gathering there and the informal atmosphere it encourages. To many experts, security should start with the right planning. Bryan Strawser, Principal Consultant and CEO at Bryghtpath pointed out that in many nightclubs security and staffing are taken very lightly. “In many situations involving nightclubs and bars, security design and staffing is often an afterthought rather than being an integral part of the business,” Strawser said. “Often, security staffing is inadequate for crowd and overall threat profile of the business. Businesses could rectify this by fully evaluating their risks and building a security program that is centered on mitigating and responding to their identified risks.” Others focus on the quality of the nightclub staff. Tommy Burns, President of Burns & Associates, suggested that what is currently lacking in this segment is training. “[The main issues currently] are a lack of training for the staff, Bryan Strawser, Principal Consultant Tommy Burns, President, Burns & and CEO, Bryghtpath Associates and lack of policies and

procedures, lack of post-orders, as in the things that they are supposed to do,” Burns said. But providing security to nightclubs is not as easy as with other businesses. There are certain specific challenges that come with the inherent nature of nightclub operation and these pose significant risks of leaving gaps in the security structure.

CHALLENGES TO SECURING NIGHTCLUBS The very fact that most people in bars and nightclubs are often in an inebriated condition is the first challenge to making the place secure. But then, that’s the nature of the business and an inevitable hurdle that has to be worked around. Complicating things further are the large numbers of people that throng these places. But perhaps the biggest challenge of all is the low light conditions that nightclubs operate under. “Bars and nightclubs are difficult to secure because of the presence of alcohol, large crowds, minimal security staffing and the general lighting environment,” Strawser said. “Often these businesses are dimly lit, have dance/strobe lights and loud music, making it both difficult to see criminal activity and recognize an attack when it does happen. Bars and nightclubs can better protect themselves by hiring adequate staff, carefully evaluating their risks and adopting security measures appropriate to their identified risks.” Burns too noted that the challenges include providing a safe environment while keeping it open. Customers might not like their bags being checked, being subjected to metal detection checks, or even a TSA-style frisking. Nightclub owners, on their part, would be wary of scaring away their customers with these kind of checks which are actually necessary. The challenge then, is to strike a balance and ensure that the security remains tight while customers go through as less hassles as possible.

PRACTICAL SOLUTIONS Asked about the ideal, practical solution for nightclub security, Burns elaborated on his previous point that the major inadequacy is lack of trained staff.

“[Nightclubs need] an ample amount of security personnel that’s trained,” said Burns. “The most practical security solution for a nightclub includes a fully trained security staff.” Strawser gave a broader view, indicating that a security plan should be put in place after careful consideration of all the variables involved. “As in any business, we strongly recommend evaluating all risks that could impact a business and then adopting security measures to mitigate or eliminate those risks,” Strawser said. “For example, having a strong, professional security force at the entrance to a club with effective security screening such as magnetometers and bag checks can help deter criminal activity involving weapons and other contraband.”

IMPROVING THE TECHNOLOGY Ideally, technology should play a key role in ensuring security in nightclubs. High-end video surveillance systems and access control solutions should be installed to monitor activities in and around the site to be in control of any kind of situation that might arise. To keep

ONE OF THE MAJOR CHALLENGES TO SECURING NIGHT CLUBS IS STRIKING A BALANCE BETWEEN ENSURING SAFETY AND NOT MAKING THE CUSTOMERS UNHAPPY.

The fact that most customers at a nightclub or bar are often in an inebriated condition makes things all-the-more difficult for security service providers.

A DEEPER LOOK INSIDE THE

INDUSTRIAL CAMERA The differences between industrial cameras used in machine vision systems and video surveillance cameras used for security might not be immediately obvious; however, upon closer inspection the distinctions are clear. This article aims to clarify some of these differences, as well as explain the importance of industrial cameras in machine vision systems. BY Eifeh Strom, Freelancer

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ndustrial cameras are generally small and compact, capable of capturing high-resolution images. However, they are also highly specialized and an important component of machine vision systems and automated production. “Throughout all steps of manufacturing, from inspection of raw materials and production monitoring (i.e., flaw detection) to final inspections and quality assurance, they [industrial cameras] are an indispensable part of achieving top efficiency and strict Eva Tischendorf, Team Leader, quality standards,” according to a white paper by Basler. Communications, Basler A market research report from MarketsandMarkets reported that the overall machine vision market is expected to grow from US$8.1 billion in 2015 to $12.5 billion by 2020, at a CAGR of 9.1 percent during the forecast period. The machine vision camera market alone reached $1.3 billion in 2015 and is expected to grow at a CAGR of 8.3 percent during the period 2016 to 2021, according to a report by IndustryArc. But what is it that makes an industrial camera better for machine vision applications, and why can’t video surveillance cameras be used in the same way? We spoke to Eva Tischendorf, Team Leader of Communications at Basler to find out.

GENERAL SPECS FOR INDUSTRIAL CAMERAS Industrial cameras generally consist of two basic components — the image sensor

and the digital data transmission interface. However, these are not the only two things to consider. In fact, determining the aforementioned is only the beginning. “The first question is whether one needs an area scan camera or a line scan camera and if it needs to be monochrome or color,” Tischendorf said. “Users then need to decide on the resolution (MP), speed (fps), sensor technology (CCD or CMOS), sensor technique (rolling or global shutter), the interface (USB 3.0, GigE or CameraLink), the housing, and which features the cameras should have.” Is the camera being used on a fast-moving production line where the objects being scanned are in constant motion? If yes, a line camera would be the better option. Will the object on the line make a stop at any point during production? If yes, an area camera could suffice. But what about the resolution and fps? While different needs will yield different requirements, some experts believe that industrial cameras should have at least a video format of more than 640 x 480 pixel resolution at 30 fps. When comparing sensor technology, the trend is heading toward CMOS being the future. Sony, the world’s largest CCD sensor maker announced last year that it will stop manufacturing CCDs in 2017 and focus on CMOS technology. That does not mean, however, that CCDs are outdated. Depending on the application or need, CCDs could be the better option. The question of interface is another that offers many different choices. Deciding which to use means considering the bandwidth requirements of the application.

INDUSTRIAL CAMERAS VS. SURVEILLANCE CAMERAS Although some manufacturers produce both industrial cameras for machine vision systems and video surveillance cameras, they are not interchangeable. “Industrial cameras send the images as uncompressed (’raw’) data directly to the PC. The PC is then responsible for processing the relatively large volume of data,” Tischendorf explained. “The big benefit of this method is that no image information is lost. This is crucial for a variety of industrial applications, in the medical and life sciences, or in traffic and transportations.” On the other hand IP cameras, which are typically used in surveillance applications or in combination with industrial cameras, record videos (e.g., MPEG-4, MJPEG or H.264) and are placed with a robust housing to be resistant to jolts and harsh weather, making it suitable for both indoor and outdoor applications. Additionally, IP cameras have been engineered to deliver excellent image quality even under extremely poor lighting and weather conditions. “Network cameras acquire the images and compress them,” she said. “This reduces the volume of data to such a degree that it can be stored in the camera. By connecting to a network, a theoretically unlimited number of users can also access the camera.”

Another major difference between these two types of cameras is who controls and uses them. Video surveillance cameras are typically managed and controlled by security professionals. In contrast, since attention to detail is a vital role of industrial cameras, machines are tasked with these jobs.

HOW THEY ARE USED A machine vision system and industrial cameras could be deployed in any number of applications, ranging from manufacturing to medicine to traffic monitoring even to security. One application in which industrial cameras play a particularly important role in is the optimization and automatic monitoring of production processes, according to Tischendorf. “Industrial cameras are tasked with gathering, storing and archiving important information so that users or software can make decisions that would be unfeasible without that visual data.”

THE MACHINE VISION CAMERA MARKET ALONE REACHED US$1.3 BILLION IN 2015 AND IS EXPECTED TO GROW AT A CAGR OF 8.3 PERCENT DURING THE PERIOD 2016 TO 2021, ACCORDING TO A REPORT BY INDUSTRYARC. 59

INDUSTRIAL CAMERAS IN INDUSTRY 4.0 FOR EFFICIENT PRODUCTION

Image processing systems built around industrial cameras are already an essential component in automated production. Throughout all steps of manufacturing, from the inspection of raw materials and production monitoring (i.e., flaw detection) to final inspections and quality assurance, they are an indispensable part of achieving top efficiency and strict quality standards. ADAPTED from Basler white paper, “Industrial Cameras in Industry 4.0 for Efficient Production”

he term Industry 4.0 stands for new process forms and organization within industrial production. The foundation for this comes through extensive networked data communication. The goal is self-organized, more strongly customized and efficient production based on extensive data collection and effective exchange of information. Image recording and processing can be decisive elements for capturing the information required for Industry 4.0. What helps is that cameras continue to become smaller and more affordable, even as performance improves constantly. Where complex systems were once required, today’s small, efficient systems can produce the same results... or better. This technological progress, taken together with the possibilities of ever-expanding networking, opens up the potential for new applications in Industry 4.0. This white paper describes how image processing and industrial cameras can make manufacturing processes of the future a reality now.

Industry 4.0 ClothIng ProduCtIon — Case study AUGUST 2016 ● www.asmag.com

Modern garment sizes have been simplified and standardized to fit within four variants from small (S) to extra large (XL). Low unit costs are achieved through high volume mass production. Textile production using Industry 4.0 can instead deliver customized individual pieces by taking advantage of efficient data processing. Once a customer decides on a model, their dimensions can be measured via an image processing (Machine Vision) system. This might take the form of a small changing room with a camera in each wall to take a picture of each side of the body. The software handles the measurements and the subsequent cutting pattern for production. The remainder of

Industry 4.0 for clothing production uses cameras in the fitting rooms to take body measurements. Related software then automatically produces and ships the customized product.

production runs automatically right up through shipping. Fashion houses of the future will thus no longer sell their services based around full shelves with huge offerings, but rather through a large virtual selection and quick, reliable production.

NEW OPPORTUNITIES FOR SMALL BATCHES The case study from the textile industry clearly illustrates one core principle of Industry 4.0: automation of process controls allows for many workpieces to be produced cost-effectively even in small batch production — a phenomenon known as Batch Size 1. There are a variety of examples in other fields as well. In particular, the possibilities are seemingly endless for industries where a high degree of customization is required due to physical (biological), environmental or aesthetic (art, fashion) reasons. Yet how can precise industrial camera systems support in this respect? Another example would be the production of individual metal workpieces customized to the customer’s needs, such as mailboxes or railings. The coating of metal parts is generally handled using automated spray nozzles following pre-programmed spray movements. Such pre-programmed movements are however difficult to plan in advance for custom work. While it is possible to calculate the patterns from the design specifications, a calculation of that final spray pattern is highly complex and imprecise. Industrial cameras, by contrast, can make precise measurements of the component on the spot, determining its individual shape and position and instructing the spray arms accordingly. At the same time, the painting results can also be controlled optically, either through assessment of the coloring or by measuring more complex reflective properties on the coating. This control data can flow in real time into the control unit. As such, a system for automated coating can become a self-learning system. New but similar components could then be processed more efficiently based on the prior experience.

CAMERAS AS TIRELESS PROCESS AUDITORS Sensor data can also help with early detection of changed or even flawed device behavior, leading to automated countermeasures (such as changes to process parameters or ordering of replacement materials and/or service calls). This applies both to the production equipment as well as for the

SENSOR DATA CAN ALSO HELP WITH EARLY DETECTION OF CHANGED OR EVEN FLAWED DEVICE BEHAVIOR, LEADING TO AUTOMATED COUNTERMEASURES. finished products. Industrial cameras play a significant role in this, as they offer a tireless method for auditing the color, structural and geometric properties of even large workpieces and products for correctness or deviation. “Soft” factors such as lubrication, wear and rusting can also be taken into account, providing data for a company’s enterprise resource planning systems.

IMAGE PROCESSING IN PRODUCTION — ROBOTS AND HUMANS WORKING HAND IN HAND Production employees will also benefit from applications using industrial cameras. Because regardless of the progress of automation, there are good reasons why there will always be a place for humans in industrial production. These include “human” sensory capabilities, flexibility and affordability.

SUMMARY Image processing will become a key element of Industry 4.0 and ensure the emergence of new and more efficient business models through applications using image processing systems. This will also result in automated, self-organized production based on extensive data collection and visually identified information. Furthermore, it can also lead to more efficient production through extensive networking of vision systems in the operational processes.

Valeri Filianov, Sales Director, EMEA, Pyronix

David Montague, Sales Director, EMEA, FLIR Systems

Atul Rajput, Regional Director, Keen Yao, VP, International Business Northern Europe, Axis Communications Center, Hikvision Digital Technology

A QUICK OVERVIEW OF RECENT MAJOR

M&As The consolidation trend in the security industry continues, with a string of major merger and acquisition deals taking place recently. At IFSEC 2016, some of the companies that were directly involved in these deals spoke toa&s International on what motivated them and what objectives they were trying to achieve through the acquisition. BY William Pao

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mong the more high-profile M&A deals in the security industry of recent were Hikvision Digital Technology’s purchase of Pyronix, Axis Communications’ purchases of 2N and Cognimatics, and FLIR Systems’ purchase of DVTel.

HIKVISION: PYRONIX DEAL MAKES ’PERFECT SENSE’ The Pyronix deal, announced in May, was the first overseas purchase of a company by Hikvision, the world’s second largest security player which has already acquired numerous firms in its home base of China. Now, with Pyronix, Hikvision has acquired a technology partner that has both the technology and the knowledge about the EMEA (Europe, Middle East and Africa) market. “We’ve been partners with Pyronix for some time. Their products are very competitive. Due to our collaboration and common vision, we believe this is a good opportunity for us to expand,” said Keen Yao, VP of International Business Center at Hikvision Digital Technology. “Pyronix operates primarily in Europe and is a leader in the intruder alarm field. Since one of our business acquisition objectives is to increase our global

presence, acquiring Pyronix makes perfect sense for us.” Pyronix holds the same favorable view toward the acquisition, saying it is beneficial especially from a technology point of view. Valeri Filianov, EMEA Sales Director at Pyronix, said that the acquisition would expedite the introduction of video-intruder alarmintegrated solutions that the EMEA market is looking for. “When you have an alarm system and a video system, the integration means when one particular alarm event happens, the video has to do something, and vice versa,” said Filianov. “In order to achieve that, Hikvision is already investing into the Pyronix R&D, bringing more development resources so that we can accelerate our product development process including a full integration between our intrusion and video products. Hikvision has great knowledge in R&D and big financial capacity to do so, while Pyronix has the understanding of the market and the intruder technology knowhow.”

AXIS’S BACK-TO-BACK ACQUISITIONS Speaking of integrated solutions, a recent acquisition by Axis Communications also reflects this trend. In June, the IP video giant announced the purchase of Cognimatics, a leader in people counting technology that is needed by retailers for business enablement. “We’ve seen a significant increase in demand from customers for retail solutions. While loss prevention is still the main driver, we have seen a rapid increase in deployments of business intelligence application through using analytics,” said Atul Rajput, Regional Director for Northern Europe at Axis Communications. “The acquisition of Cognimatics, one of the market leaders in their field for store optimization solutions, allows Axis Communications to leverage their best-of-breed technologies they’ve built up over 13 years and to be faster to market in terms of the solutions our customers are demanding today.”

Rajput also dispelled concerns that because of the deal Axis would favor Cognimatics over other VCA technology partners. “The retail landscape for store optimization is a very diverse area and there are a plethora of different analytic solutions available based on your particular business need. Each customer has unique requirements, and the thing with deploying a suite of analytics is it’s not a one-stop solution. There are different requirements, and therefore the complexity of the analytics means you need to have a broader selection of companies that can also offer customization,” he said. “Cognimatics meets several requirements today, but there are other analytics such as queue counting and POS integration, so it is important to have a range of best-of-breed solutions available allowing our customer freedom of choice. We’ve made it clear since the acquisition that we have over 1,400 partners in different technologies, and that best of breed still remains an important party of our strategy.” Another Axis acquisition that caught the attention of the industry was its purchase of Czech Republic-based 2N, a company that Rajput said shares a common vision with Axis and can help the company broaden its IP offerings. “Axis has had a vision for over 20 years of connecting disparate devices to intelligent networks, effectively what we know today as the Internet of Things, and in our industry we see more and more technologies converging over IP. As a respected and established company, 2N, who is a market leader in IP intercoms, a technology Axis do not sell today, seems a natural complement to our array of security solutions and consistent with the vision we have had for many years,” he said. “Axis sells IP door stations today, so one of the benefits is sharing technology expertise. So mutually we can help each other to improve our roadmap of products together.”

FLIR AIMING FOR END-TO-END SOLUTIONS Finally, FLIR Systems gained a lot of publicity when it purchased DVTEL at the end of last year. The rationale was pretty clear. The company has already built up a reputation as the leader in thermal imaging, with last year’s revenue standing at US$1.6 billion. But to get from there to “$5 billion,” the company needs to go beyond thermal and reach more segments of the market with a more diverse portfolio. “If you look at the market for thermal imaging, we’ve got maybe a 70 percent market share in Europe. So where do we go from there? We can grow, but it needs a change of business, and the way FLIR would change its business is look into end-to-end solutions, fish in the ocean, not pond,” said David Montague, Sales Director for EMEA at FLIR Systems. DVTEL, based in Ridgefield Park, N.J., offers video management systems, advanced video analytics software, visible and thermal security cameras and related servers and encoders. The combination allows FLIR to offer end-to-end solutions that Montague said carry various advantages. “The benefit first of all for distributors is that we offer quite a unique proposition for them to invest in. We’ve got the analytics, PSIM and everything … the whole package that we can offer as a good solution. The benefit to the distributor is exactly that,” he said. “The advantage to the integrator and end user is that you go to one person. If you get a problem onsite, you are not saying onsite this FLIR guy is here to look into the product, the image looks good, but it’s not working with the analytics, and the analytic is someone else. What you got now is a complete solution, one person for example going onsite and he’s responsible for the whole CCTV, so you can always refer back to the person.” In summary, the consolidation trend in the security industry has been going on for some time and is showing no signs of stopping. The companies that we spoke with engaged in acquisitions to diversify their product offerings, meet demands for more integrated solutions, and build a stronger presence in a particular region. Given the synergy and positive effects that come out of these acquisition deals, it is expected we’ll only see more of them in security in the near future.

SMAhome

‘SMART’ TECH TRENDS GIVE SMART HOMES Smart homes have become an important theme in Taiwan this year. Hundreds of makers and startups have provided smart home solutions for a complete system that can facilitate home security and safety, or provide home kits to cater to the fast-to-market trend for customers like telcos and retailers. Some companies expanded their product portfolios to include family care, air quality monitoring and energy management solutions. By a&s SMAhome

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Smart home players providing smart home products primarily came from three industries — networking, computers and peripherals, and home security (video cameras and alarm systems). Companies like Apacer, Edimax, MiTAC and ASUSTeK provide smart home kits that consist of a gateway, camera and security sensors. Home security and home kits are two main smart home categories exhibited at COMPUTEX 2016. ASUSTeK launched its SmartHome kit last year, and introduced a smart appliance dongle this year which can also be used as a signal repeater. When its ZigBeeenabled dongle is plugged into appliances that are compliant with the Taiwan Smart Energy Industry Association (TaiSEIA) 101 standard, users can control or interact with home appliances like air conditioners, fans, humidifiers, refrigerators and washing machines via the ASUS SmartHome app. These compatible appliances can be interoperable with SmartHome sensors. Apacer and MiTAC introduced new home kits along with their home gateways

(personal cloud gateways), which can be used as private cloud centers to address data privacy issues. NextDrive displayed its award-winning low-profile Cube, Pixi sensors and tiny IP cameras. Its BLEenabled Pixi sensors can detect indoor temperatures and humidity, and the nextgeneration devices will support PM 2.5 and smoke detection as well as Infrared remote control. The Cube is a small IoT gateway that supports BLE and Wi-Fi 802.11b/g/n connectivity. Edimax also launched a comprehensive range of indoor home security cameras, sensors and a new door entry system that features easy-to-install door hooks, an award-winning Wi-Fi peephole and mini outdoor cameras as well as new garage cameras that support 180-degree panoramic views. The company also worked with Realtek to launch air quality monitoring devices for smart city projects. Besides these, the company also offers wearable and desktop pet cams, and an indoor portable camera for baby monitoring.

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to and capitalize on recurring revenue models and other service-based operators. Well Shin Technology, a leading AC/DC power cord and charger manufacturer, debuted its new Wi-Fi home security cameras and LAN-based smart home solutions. The IP cameras feature 1080P FHD video recording, temperature and humidity detection, and 3G/4G connectivity with the insertion of a SIM card. The company can supply smart switches and plugs, lights, alarm detectors and access control products, including door magnetic sensors, PIR sensors, smart doorbells and a security key fob for wireless remote control. The company engages in energy management solutions and expands its product portfolios to intelligent lighting, access control, video surveillance and environmental control applications.

NEW AND EMERGING APPLICATIONS

ITRI EOSL presents modules for fall detection, heart rate detection and GPS/BLE-based tracking.

Chuango Security Technology, which specializes in wireless alarm technology, introduced smart home security products, including alarm systems, home security cameras and an award-winning WiFi video doorbell under its own brand â&#x20AC;&#x201D; smanos. The Wi-Fi smart video doorbell can support a 180-degree viewing angle and features IR LEDs for clear night vision. The company also provides a series of wireless home security and safety accessories like gas leak, water, smoke and motion detectors with a waterproof keypad for DIY users. The companyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s smart home products are compatible with Z-Wave enabled devices, and works with the Google Nest thermostat and Amazon Echo. Smart wearable technology creates a convenient lifestyle for home monitoring. The company has expanded app availability to Apple Watch on its L020, W100 and W020 smart home security systems. Early this year, the company acquired IoT solution turnkey provider Above Link to foster a complete platform-as-a-service (PaaS) business model and accelerate its transformation to cater

Connected health has been an emerging application in the last two years. Energy management represents a burgeoning market. In Europe and Japan, energy costs tend to fluctuate. Consumers care about effectively controlling energy usage to reduce energy bills; utility companies see these additional energy-saving solutions as a means of creating new revenue streams. Air quality monitoring is a fast-growing sector for connected health or home care. New air quality monitoring devices or purifiers, such as Kingmax AirQ Check (GS-01), Nettec Air One, Airvisual and Coasia, were launched to cater to market demand. Air monitoring devices, like Air Mentor, can detect CO, CO2, VOCs and PM 2.5, along with temperature and humidity. The new Kingmax AirQ GS-01 Check, a microUSB Type B stick, can be used as a mobile CO2 and TVOC gas detector to automatically detect indoor air quality with real-time tracking and audible alerts. AirVisual, which specializes in air quality data and analysis, monitors air quality in more than 6000 cities worldwide, and provide a global air pollution forecast based on big data and artificial intelligence technologies.

VCAbridge VBP1000-i500 All-In-One Stand-Alone Analytics Appliance

ComNet CNMC2+1SFP/M Media Converter

Suprema BioEntry W2 Fingerprint Access Control

Features:

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• A dds analytics to existing IP and analog (via the VMS) camera installations • Supports 4 channels at 1080p and up to 16 channels with D1 resolution • Standalone or used with VMS • Instantly receives alerts via VMS, email or HTTP • Configures rules and reviews events via web browser on any device • Internal 500GB HDD for pre/post alarm storage

3-port media converter 2 TX input ports and a single SFP port Port isolation Exclusive MUX feature Link fault pass-through feature

■ ComNet/U.S. ■ Email: info-europe@comnet.net

1 :150,000 matches in 1 second IP67 dust and waterproof IK08 vandal-proof structure Dual frequency, multi-smartcard reader Live finger detection technology Supports PoE

■ Suprema/Korea ■ Email: inquiry@supremainc.com

■ VCA Technology/U.K. ■ Email: info@vcatechnology.com

Bosch VMS 6.5 Features: • S upports multiple management server requirements for large industrial facilities across different time zones • Maximum 500 ONVIF cameras per management server • Access to live including PTZ control and recorded videos of up to 9,999 sites with Bosch DVR recorders, DIVAR IP 3000/7000 and single management server computers

• M aximum resilience to ensure continuous operation • Up to 2,000 cameras with a single recording server • Supported HD resolutions: 720p and 1080p; 5, 8 and 12 MP ■ Bosch Security Systems/Germany ■ Email: apr.securitysystems@bosch.com

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OnSSI Ocularis 5.2 VMS

Grundig GRN-G1116P NVR

Features:

• S treamlined motion detection support • Ocularis Client is available in both 32-bit and 64-bit versions • Recorder migration and camera replacement tool makes upgrading faster and easier • Ocularis recorder update service now includes software upgrades • Keyword search added to Ocularis Client • Two new view types added to Ocularis Client: 1 x 2 and 4 x 3 x 4

• B uilt-in 8-channel PoE switch for direct IP camera connection • Various recording features: normal, schedule, motion, alarm • Multiplex: live/playback, recording, backup, networking • Video recording with NAS system and local HDD • Recorded files backup via USB device • ONVIF protocol support

■ On-Net Surveillance Systems/U.S. ■ Email: info@onssi.com

■ Grundig Security/Germany ■ Email: info@grundig-security.com

Nedap MACE Reader MM (QR) Reader for Smartphones Features: • Enables use of smartphones to identify people • Supports NFC, Bluetooth Low Energy, proximity and smartcard technology and (optionally) QR • Operates with any access control system • Combines convenience and security • Easy setup ■ Nedap Identification Systems/Netherlands ■ Email: identification@nedap.com

exacqVision VMS 7.8

SRI IOM Access Control Tablet

Features:

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• U nlocks doors for any interior controlled area • Provides network access only when authorized user is present • Uses a temporary key code to grant time-limited access • Captures time and attendance data • Displays notices and reminders for all to see • Provides two-way communication with guards

irect archive search D Camera connection diagnostics Hard disk drive serviceability Bandwidth control MP4 crop export Web service dashboard

■ Exacq Technologies (part of Tyco Security Products)/U.S. ■ Email: exacqinfo@tycoint.com

■ SRI International/U.S. ■ Email: info@sri.com

Arecont Vision AV12275DN-08 SurroundVideo Omni Mini Megapixel Camera Features: • • • • • •

1 2-MP resolution 4 x 8mm lenses 3-axis gimbal Remote focus True day/night Surface mount

■ Arecont Vision/U.S. ■ Email: avsales@arecontivison.com

MPTT ProPTT2 Smart Device-Based Video Push-to-Talk Service Features: • • • • • •

S mart device-based video push-to-talk (PTT) service with WiFi/3G/LTE Voice and video PTT and instant messaging Real-time video sharing PTT/photo transfer/user’s location sharing Compatible with two-way radio through RoIP gateway (ProGate) Integration with various mobile devices, support date encryption and E2EE for strong PTT security Free download of ProPTT2 app and build own PTT system with ProPTT2 server package

■ IMPTT/Korea ■ Email: biz@imptt.com

Axis M1045-LW Network Camera

Dallmeier VMC-2 Video Management Center

Teracue ENC-400-HDMI Video Encoder

Features:

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• C ompatible with SeMSy III systems • Joystick for control of PTZ dome cameras • Touch screen for easy operation of playback functions • Jog-shuttle for detailed evaluation of video sequences • Components can be used as standalone devices • DIN EN 50130-4 compliant

• H .264 baseline, main, high profile and MJPEG • Up to 1920 x 1200 at p60, 3440 x 1440 at p24 or 4K at p15 • Embedded and analog audio inputs • Adjustable frame rate and auto scaler • Up- and downscaling with cropping • Frame synchronizer for seamless switching

DTV 1080p resolution H Wide dynamic range Infrared light for day/night use Offers edge storage via memory cards up to 64GB • Supports wireless connection to other networks ■ Axis Communications/Sweden ■ Email: axis-sap@axis.com

■ Teracue eyevis/Germany ■ Email: IPTVSystem@teracue.com

■ Dallmeier electric/Germany ■ Email: info@dallmeier.com

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WORLD SECURITY EXHIBITION DIRECTORY Exhibitions marked with indicate a&s portfolio's scheduled participation. See a&s personally at these shows. Please refer to the "Yearly Show Calendar" at www.asmag.com/main/global_events.aspx. September 2016

OFSEC

• Date: 2016/09/05–09/07 • Venue: Oman International Exhibition Centre, Muscat, Sultanate of Oman • Tel: +968-2478-8476 • Email: info@muscat-expo.com • URL: www.muscat-expo.com/ofsec

Adria Security Summit

• Date: 2016/09/06–09/08 • Venue: Kongresni Centar, Sarajevo, BiH • Tel: +387-33-788-985 • Email: summit@asadria.com • URL: www.adriasecuritysummit.com

IFSEC Southeast Asia

• Date: 2016/09/07–09/09 • Venue: Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia • Tel: +44-20-7921-8127 • Email: Agnius.Kazlauskas@ubm.com • URL: www.ifsecsea.com

Security Essen

• Date: 2016/09/27–09/30 • Venue: MESSE ESSEN, Essen, Germany • Tel: +49-201-7244-0 • Email: info@messe-essen.de • URL: www.security-essen.de

Intersec Buenos Aires

• Date: 2016/09/28–09/30 • Venue: Halls B & C, Marina Bay Sands, Singapore • Tel: +65-6278-8666 • Email: info@cems.com.sg • URL: www.safetysecurityasia.com.sg

ISAF Istanbul

• Date: 2016/09/29–10/02 • Venue: Istanbul Expo Center, Istanbul, Turkey • Tel: +90-212-503-32-32 • Email: marmara@marmarafuar.com.tr • URL: www.isaffuari.com

Security China

• Date: 2016/10/25–10/28 • Venue: China International Exhibition Center (New Center), Beijing, China • Tel: +86-10-68731710 • Email: secu_chinashow@yahoo.com.cn • URL: www.securitychina.com.cn

ASIS

• Date: 2016/09/12–09/15 • Venue: Orlando, Florida, U.S. • Tel: +1-703-519-6200 • Email: asis@asisonline.org • URL: http://securityexpo.asisonline.org

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Secutech Vietnam

• Date: 2016/09/21–09/24 • Venue: Friendship Cultural Palace, Hanoi, Vietnam • Tel: +886-2-8729-1099 • Email: stvn@newera.messefrankfurt.com • URL: www.secutechvietnam.com

MEFSEC

• Date: 2016/12/11–12/13 • Venue: Cairo International Convention Centre, Cairo, Egypt • Tel: +971-4-407-2702 • Email: syed.javed@informa.com • URL: www.mefsec.com

Safety & Security Asia

October 2016 • Date: 2016/09/07–09/09 • Venue: La Rural Trade Center, Buenos Aires, Argentina • Tel: +54-11-4514-1400 • Email: ezequiel.gorbaran@argentina.messefrankfurt.com • URL: www.intersec.ar.messefrankfurt.com

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November 2016

Expoprotection

• Date: 2016/11/07–11/09 • Venue: Paris Porte de Versailles - Pavillion 1, Paris, France • Tel: +33-1-47-56-50 11 • Email: marie-aurelie.goncalves@reedexpo.fr • URL: www.expoprotection.com

Smart Summit Asia

• Date: 2016/11/30–12/01 • Venue: Suntec Convention and Exhibition Centre, Singapore • Tel: +44-330-3353900 • Email: sponsorship@smartsummit.net • URL: www.iotsmartsummitasia.com

January 2017

Intersec

• Date: 2017/01/22–01/24 • Venue: Dubai International Convention and Exhibition Centre, Dubai, U.A.E. • Tel: +971-4-389-4500 • Email: andreas.rex@uae.messefrankfurt.com • URL: www.intersecexpo.com March 2017

Safe Secure Pakistan

• Date: 2017/03/07–03/09 • Venue: Pak-China Friendship Centre, Islamabad, Pakistan • Tel: +92-21-111-734-266 • Email: info@safesecurepakistan.com • URL: www.safesecurepakistan.com

Security Show

• Date: 2017/03/07–03/10 • Venue: Tokyo Bright Sight, Tokyo, Japan • Tel: +81-3-3512-5670 • Email: tradefairs2017@smj.co.jp • URL: https://messe.nikkei.co.jp

MIPS

• Date: 2017/03/21–03/24 • Venue: Expocentre Fairgrounds, Moscow, Russia • Tel: +7-499-750-08-28 • Email: security@ite-expo.ru • URL: www.securika-moscow.ru

Protect • Date: 2017/03/29–03/30 • Venue: SMX Convention Center, Manila, Philippines • Tel: +632-818-6828 • Email: leverage@leverageinternational.com • URL: www.protect.leverageinternational.com