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Schmersal group founds subsidiary in Japan
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Safety in Welding
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3-D Scanning – A boon for Police and Security Agencies
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Benefits of Modern Surveillance Systems for Retailers
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Videonetics appoints Sarang Suhas Deshpande as General Manager
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TECH UPDATE
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Interconnected teamwork in the spotlight at INTERSCHUTZ 2020
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COMPANY PROFILE
Understanding Intrinsically Safe Fire Detection
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CASE STUDY
ReeR Safety : The mark excellence
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INSIGHT
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Zicom Electronic Security Systems launches vehicle passenger safety solution – Street Smart
Ador helps contain air pollution in cement plants
Union Budget 2018
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CEO CORNER Indian Fire & Safety Equipment Market: Bullish on technology Advancement Over the last decade, India has witnessed a substantial increase in terms of awareness about fire safety and security. The rapidly expanding IT and retail markets across the country have significantly contributed towards the growth of the fire & safety equipment sector, and this trend is likely to continue over the coming years. As large refineries, petrochemical complexes, biotechnology ventures, pharmaceutical, automobile, steel, oil & gas exploration projects need to comply with various mandatory safety regulation, these segments has been contributing hugely to the growth of the country’s fire & safety market. However, the market potential is still largely untapped due to lack of awareness, stringent regulations and a common perception of fire safety equipment being perceived as an unproductive outlay. A separate fire safety act for each state is yet to come into effect, due to which ground level monitoring is still not rigorous. The fire & safety equipment market in India is expected to grow immensely over the coming years. The market revenues of India’s fire & safety equipment market are expected to reach USD4.94 billion by the end of 2019. The market is being driven largely by the small players with restricted regional presence and involved in offering comparable products at lower prices compared to major organized players. The market is set to experience radical growth over the coming years as a result of increasing customer awareness regarding fire safety, security and asset management coupled with implementation of strict state level norms on fire safety. India fire safety systems and equipment market is witnessing substantial growth on account of rising consumer awareness for fire safety solutions, rise in fire incidences, and overall growth in construction sector. Moreover, growing adoption of fire safety solutions across various verticals including commercial, industrial, retail, oil & gas, hospitality, and residential have further propelled the demand for fire safety systems and equipment in the country.
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EDITORIAL INDEX
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Ador Powertron
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CP PLUS
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Quantum
Dahua Technology
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Mr. Sanjeev Sehgal, Chairman, SPGI
Mr. Deepak Kapoor Managing Director, FAAC India Pvt.Ltd.
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Z Mr. T. P. Singh Director - S&M, FLIR Systems India Pvt. Ltd.
Mr. Johnson Mathew Vice President Fire Products Gunnebo India Private Ltd.
Mr. Farooq Abdullah Managing Partner, Marvel Gloves Industries
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ISR Overseas Associates
Mr. Nishith Dand Director, Sure Safety India Pvt. Ltd.
Mr. P.K. Balasubbramaniian President VBS Corporate Support
Mr. Hariom Sharma Director-Sales & Marketing, Solus Security Systems Pvt. Ltd.
USA Nancy TARTAGLIONE, Mepax USA FRANCE MEPAX SA, Romain CLASS Tel.: +33 1 39 02 77 78, FRANCE ITALY Valeria VILLANI Tel.: +39 339 8610117, Via Firenze, Milano, Italia
Mr. R. R. Nair Director of Safety & Health Information Bureau
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Mr. Vishal Maheshwari Business Development Manager – EAC ASSA ABLOY India Pvt Ltd
RUSSIA Garri ZALTS Mepax Russia Tel: +7 495 576-7666
GERMANY Sebastian OLLIER Mepax Deutschland, Tel: +49 711 222 54 456, SPAIN Sofiane JEDIDI Mepax España Tel : +34 963 255 886, UK Liz Jones Tel: +44 (0)1227 276016 CHINA/South Korea/Taiwan Mepax - Konaxis Shanghai Julien PENARD Tel : (+86) 21 6252 2731
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Interconnected teamwork in the spotlight at INTERSCHUTZ 2020 Hannover. At INTERSCHUTZ 2020, everything will revolve around interconnected technology and teamwork. For the first time, the world’s leading trade fair for the fire and rescue services, civil protection, safety and security will run under an overall motto to feature prominently throughout the event: “Teams, Tactics, Technology – Connected for Protection and Rescue”. The motto draws attention to two key aspects now shaping the future of the sector: the use of innovative digital solutions and increased collaboration among the many professional organizations and institutions involved. INTERSCHUTZ is the world’s No. 1 event for the sectors it covers, and is unique in giving full coverage to cross-disciplinary interplay between the firefighting services, fire protection bodies, rescue services and civil protection organizations. The next INTERSCHUTZ will be staged in Hannover, Germany, from 15 to 20 June 2020. “Our chosen motto is designed to sharpen INTERSCHUTZ’s profile as an exhibition rich in innovations,” said Dr. Andreas Gruchow as the responsible member of Deutsche Messe’s Managing Board. “INTERSCHUTZ 2020 will be on the very cusp of today’s hottest developments. It will also cover all the many challenges arising from the world’s continually evolving emergency and disaster scenarios, and will showcase the new technologies needed to cope with them.” Today’s challenges are considerable: terrorist acts, major man-made and natural disas-
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ters, unexpected failure of vital infrastructure and unprecedented refugee streams all require the collaboration of more and more highly-trained specialists. INTERSCHUTZ is the ideal platform for discussion on these challenges because it brings together professionals from all the relevant disciplines, including the firefighting, fire protection, rescue, safety and security services, enabling them to share knowledge with their international peers and broaden their networks. The call for interconnectedness has gained a lot of ground across all the sectors represented at INTERSCHUTZ: “Firefighting has always been a team effort which leverages the best available technology and situation-dependent tactics to protect and save human lives, property and the environment. It’s only with the right combination of these individual cogs – manpower, technology & tactics – that fire crews can achieve utmost performance,” explained Hartmut Ziebs, President of the German Fire Services Association. “Society is undergoing rapid change, and we’ve seen the rise of new technologies – especially digital technologies – which have been evolving at a breathtaking pace. That’s why it’s incumbent on us, the fire services, to keep up with developments, just as we have been doing for the past 200 years or so.” Dirk Aschenbrenner, President of the German Fire Protection Association, supports this view: “To us, interconnection is much more than just a buzzword. We are fully
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aware that seamless integration and teamwork is essential to boosting the effectiveness of our rescue service, fire prevention and disaster protection efforts. And that holds true both for control centers and field operations.” New technologies are opening up myriad new options and ways of preventing and coping with crises and hazards. However, success hinges on more than just having the latest technology. It also needs to be deployed in a well-coordinated and proper way. “Digital technology is the key to making this happen, whether we’re talking about satellite-based navigation to the incident site, instant access to local area, buildings and rescue plan info, radio communications and telemedicine,” Aschenbrenner added. “That’s why the new INTERSCHUTZ motto is right on mark. Only if we acknowledge the inextricably interconnected nature of teams, tactics and technology can we achieve our paramount goal: making the world a safer place.” Of course, a favorable climate for investment is another important factor, and in the words of Bernd Scherer, executive board member of the German Engi-
neering Federation (VDMA) and CEO of the VDMA’s firefighting technology association, this is currently the case: “Since German municipal authorities are in good financial shape, our fire services are investing heavily in innovative technologies. This is benefiting all parts of the industry, from fire truck manufacturers to specialist equipment providers. We are also delighted to report buoyant demand from our export markets, which testifies once again to our industry’s reputation for innovation and quality. We are very excited about the next edition of INTERSCHUTZ in 2020, not least because the fair is an important indicator of where the global industry is heading.” The new INTERSCHUTZ motto will highlight and explore a wide variety of issues, for instance the fact that increased technical integration goes hand in hand with dependence on the technologies used, thus increasing the risk of failure and complications in crisis situations. Or the question of how to enable societies to better cope with major crises. Clearly, raising public awareness of the potential threats and implementing resilience-enhancing measures will go a long way towards addressing these issues. And here, too, integration has a major role to play. After all, to be truly effective, the various emergency management and disaster relief agencies involved in a major crisis need to act in a coordinated way before and during the incident, both with respect to their communications & the technologies they use.
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UL Consolidates North India Operations with 80,000-sq. ft. ‘Centre of Excellence’ in Gurugram UL, an independent, global safety science company, today inaugurated an 80,000-sq. ft. laboratory in Gurugram to enhance access for their existing and potential customers in the North and East India markets. This cutting-edge facility is UL’s second ‘Centre of Excellence’ in India after Bengaluru and is in line with the company’s ambitious ‘In India, for India’ strategy to support domestic manufacturers’ need to meet regulatory compliance to access the domestic and global markets. The investment is aimed to facilitate the country’s growth drivers of rapid urbanization and domestic manufacturing. While India’s LED and energy efficiency programs have won international recognition, there is increasing thrust for the smart cities mission. Greater impetus for manufacturing with economic recovery and structural reforms is boosting the prospects of sectors like textiles, toys and consumer goods. The simultaneous policy initiatives to strengthen the domestic standards ecosystem has led to an increased demand for testing facilities that can match global standards. Replete with the latest and best in class equipment and talent, the Gurugram Centre of Excellence offers customers in north and east India easy approach to UL’s renowned third-party end-to-end testing, inspection and certification services to accelerate time-to-
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market. Customers will also benefit from bespoke solutions on multiple product portfolios at one location. UL’s Gurugram laboratory integrates and expands UL’s erstwhile operations in Manesar for consumer technology and appliances, HVAC/R and lighting businesses with the existing operations in Gurugram for consumer and retail services. Commenting on the launch of the facility, Suresh Sugavanam, Vice President and Managing Director of UL, South Asia said, “UL’s growth in India is a reflection of the changing policy landscape of the country, one which has seen definite progress in improving quality and safety standards to match those of mature economies around the world. Given the impact of “Make in India”, it is encouraging that the
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manufacturing communities are recognizing the importance of establishing the safety and quality standards for the domestic market as well, rather than just focusing on the exports. With this Centre of Excellence, we aim to bring all the testing portfolios under one roof to offer easy access to our customers that will help reduce the turnaround time. It will also give us an opportunity to increase our footprint in the region expand further in newer areas of testing.” Validated by advanced equipment like goniophotometer, integrating sphere, life test racks and environmental chambers, customers in the LED lighting industry can now obtain complete testing for all lighting products, including safety, photometry & life cycle testing. For the white goods market,
the Gurugram facility is capable of evaluating performance and safety parameters through extensive testing including refrigeration chambers, psychrometric testing and ingress protection. The facility can also test the latest consumer technology products such as LED televisions, mobile phones and tablets. To support the textiles, softlines and toy industries in the region, UL’s suite of services span analytical, physical, mechanical, electric and electronics testing. UL’s Gurugram laboratory was also the first to be accredited by the National Accreditation Board for Testing and Calibration Laboratories (NABL) to test under the new IS 9873 standards for toys.
For more information, Website: www.UL.com
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CP PLUS’ elaborate showcase at INTERSEC 2018 CP PLUS, the leading global security & surveillance brand, staged an elaborate showcase at INTESEC Dubai 2018. Hosted at the Dubai International Convention and Exhibition Centre from 21st to 23rd January 2018, the 3 day event saw more than 1300 exhibitors and thousands of security patrons come together under a roof. CP PLUS put up a grand showcase with some of its best products on display. “Despite being a part of this show for many years now, INTERSEC still holds the same excitement and energy for us. This time around, we had some distinct solutions on display such as the BodyWorn solutions for the armed forces, paramilitary forces, and other security forces; 4K Ultra HD resolution for detailed imagery; intelligent and integrated software solutions; and cloud based solutions among others”, mentioned Mr. Aditya Khemka, MD, CP
PLUS. CP PLUS showcased some of its latest innovations, including integrated software solutions with advanced analytics; 4K high definition surveillance solution; Video Door Phones; Time & Attendance solutions; Home on Phone solutions that offer a range of compact cameras that offer hassle free surveillance on your smartphone; PoE switches; BodyWorn professional security
solutions; and Mobile Vehicle surveillance solutions. With its innovative range of security solutions on display, the CP PLUS arena saw a packed audience throughout the 3 days of the exhibition, and also received immense appreciation from the security patrons present, thereby concluding another successful show at INTERSEC Dubai.
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Schmersal group founds subsidiary in Japan To improve its coverage of the Japanese market, the Schmersal Group has founded an independent subsidiary in Japan. Tetsuya Horimoto has been named managing director of the new Schmersal Japan KK. He takes over from Dr Tekashi Kabe, who entered his wellearned retirement at the end of 2017 after many successful years as the manager of the previous Schmersal sales office in Japan. Tetsuya Horimoto is an electronic engineer with many years of management experience at leading international companies in the
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automation sector. He is also a TUV-certified Functional Safety Engineer. “By founding a subsidiary in Tokyo, Schmersal will extend its range of safety technical components and systems for the Japanese market. At the same time, we will increasingly be able to offer our customers our comprehensive services from our tec.nicum division on a local basis,” explains Tetsuya Horimoto. The aim is to expand the Schmersal site in Japan in terms of both space and personnel. In future, a separate warehouse should allow faster deliveries
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Tetsuya Horimoto, Managing Director, Schmersal Japan KK
to the customers. Additional qualified engineers will soon ensure better customer support. “The majority of our customers in Japan come from the mechanical engineering sector, the
steel industry, the automotive industry and lift construction. Japanese mechanical engineering companies in particular export the majority of their products. It is these customers in particular that we can support with the sound knowledge of our tec.nicum experts about the different international and European legal directives and standards on machine and occupational safety, and the relevant safety solutions.” The newly founded Schmersal Japan KK is based at the same location in Tokyo as the previous Schmersal Japan Branch Office.
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Hochiki’s technical support has been great; they provide very prompt and immediate responses. The products are also very easy to program using the hand held programmer. We would definitely recommend Hochiki products. SANJAY JAIN, DIRECTOR AT SPACE OFFICE SYSTEMS (I) PVT LTD, MUMBAI, INDIA
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CP PLUS hosts grand treatment for its partners India’s largest security & surveillance brand, CP PLUS, recently treated its partners with premier tickets to the blockbuster Tiger Zinda Hai; a real-time sneak peek into the Bigg Boss House; and exclusive tickets to Salman Khan’s The “Da-Bangg – The Tour”. Managed under the CP PLUS Partner Reward Program, these initiatives are taken towards engaging and rewarding partners for their outstanding contribution towards the organization’s growth. CP PLUS has always placed a lot of emphasis on facilitating and enabling its partners through a variety of initiatives such as training & hands-on experience, service support and exciting performance rewards. To keep its partners motivated and engaged with the brand, special attention is given designing and executing such initiatives from time to time.
“Our partners are important to us; they lay an important role in the growth of our organization. Through such events, we wish to reward their efforts and keep them motivated”, said Mr. Yogesh B. Dutta, COO, CP PLUS. More than 4200 partners from across India were treated to the premier of the blockbuster Tiger Zinda Hai, starring Salman Khan and Katrina Kaif. Select partners were also given a once in a lifetime opportunity of visiting the BIGG BOSS
House, for which CP PLUS was the official security partner. Partners could watch the inmates live, uninterrupted and unfiltered, living a regular day inside the house. CP PLUS also gave select partners tickets to the popular live entertainment show, Da-Bangg – The Tour, which stages star performances by Salman Khan and his troupe (Sonakshi Sinha, Prabhudeva, Kriti Sanon, Meet Bros, Maniesh Paul & Daisy Shah) world over. CP PLUS was the official security partner for this show as well.
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Videonetics appoints Sarang Suhas Deshpande as General Manager Videonetics, the World-leading Visual Computing Platform Development company, recently announced the appointment of Sarang Suhas Deshpande as General Manager – Strategic Alliances and Pre-sales. He will be playing an instrumental role in defining and implementing strategies for expanding business along with fostering deeper engagement with key influencers comprising consultants, system integrators, end users to name a few. Additionally, as a strategic focus, Sarang will continue to further strengthen company’s business in Smart & Safe
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city vertical along with large enterprise market. Sarang brings nearly 20 years of experience in Security Engineering, Security Audits, ERP, eGovernance and Networking. An industry veteran with a proven track record of consistently working
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on Security Projects ranging from City Surveillance, Campus Surveillance, Access Control Project, Industrial and Residential Security Projects so on. Prior to joining Videonetics, he was spearheading MIPL and was responsible for security audits, systems planning, designing security networks, guide the organizations on Information Systems & eGovernance applications. Commenting on the appointment, Mr. Avinash Trivedi, VP-Business Development at Videonetics, said, “We are excited to have Sarang join Videonetics as
part of the leadership team to further develop market for Videonetics across the country. His deep experience in the IT & Security market will add greater depth which will be vital for our ambitious growth plans”. On his appointment Mr. Sarang Suhas Deshpande expressed, “I am excited to join Videonetics, an Indian company that is doing pioneering work in Visual Computing and surveillance space globally. I am eagerly looking forward to this exciting challenge to further strengthen Videonetics market leadership position and create newer markets.
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Cloud Native Computing Foundation Accepts Quantum-Initiated Storage Project Quantum Corp. (NYSE: QTM) announced that the Cloud Native Computing Foundation (CNCF) has voted to accept Rook, the open source project Quantum initiated, as a hosted project. Rook is a cloud native storage orchestration solution for modern data centers that simplifies container storage services. It provides the benefits of cloud infrastructures to both public cloud and onpremise environments, including the ability to flexibly allocate file, block and object storage to different application and business units.
Open Source Orchestrator for Distributed Storage Systems in Cloud Native Environments Rook turns distributed storage software into self-managing, self-scaling and self-healing storage services. It does so by automating the tasks of a storage administrator, including deployment, bootstrapping,
configuration, provisioning, scaling, upgrading, migration, disaster recovery, monitoring and resource management. In addition, Rook capitalizes on the power of the underlying cloud native container management, scheduling and orchestration platform to perform its duties. Designed for Kubernetes, Rook leverages extension points and provides a seamless experience for scheduling, lifecycle management, resource management, security, monitoring and user experience. It also brings file, block and object storage systems into the Kubernetes cluster, running them seamlessly alongside other applications and services that are consuming the storage. By doing so, the cloud native cluster becomes self-sufficient and portable across public cloud and on-
premise deployments.
Momentum in Developer Community Rook is the first storage project in the CNCF. Joining 14 other CNCF-hosted projects covering other areas of the cloud native architecture, it will be part of a neutral foundation aligned with technical interests, will receive help with project governance, and be provided marketing support. The CNCF acceptance of Rook continues a trend of growing support in the developer community. As reported by the CNCF, other signs of momentum for Rook include: • 47 contributors. • 1,935 GitHub stars. • More than 1.25 million container downloads. A beta version of Rook (release 0.7) is expected in early 2018, with additional developments planned and a productionready version expected later this year.
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India’s security industry needs incentives to boost growth The month before the Budget is the most ideal time for the industry to express its genuine needs and concerns. It makes the government to consider and include some of the urgent needs in its budgetary provisions before they come into effect. The electronic security industry being one of the key industries has got immense potential to grow in India provided some of the issues and problems faced by it are addressed and solved. Our wish list is as follows. Research and Development play a crucial role in the growth, development and progress of security industry. Therefore, R & D should be given adequate incentives and concessions so that more innovative
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products and solutions can be introduced in the market to make people and properties safe and secure. ‘Smart City’ and ‘City Surveillance’ projects should have fast track clearance and they should be implemented without delay. Although the GST rates have come down from 28 % to 18 % for some items, they should be slashed to 10% for all items uniformly so that more people can afford the security devices and as a result the nation can be safer. All public transport and places, buildings
and cooperative housing societies should be mandatorily required to install CCTV cameras to safeguard people and properties. The security industry needs an apex body like SEBI for business or IRDAI for insurance or TRAI for telecom so that clear cut policies are laid down and issues concerning security matters are promptly dealt with. Training and skilling manpower should be considered as an important component of security industry and the companies which train and impart skill should be given necessary incentives or tax exemptions. That will help India to produce more skilled manpower needed for expansion of security industry and its rural push.
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Dahua Technology Achieves A Historic Milestone – Sells 10 Million Dahua HDCVI Recorders Overseas Dahua Technology, a leading solution provider in the global video surveillance industry announced that it has achieved a historic milestone in selling 10 million HDCVI Recorders overseas. January 15 of 2018 saw the packing and shipment to Poland of one seemingly ordinary Dahua XVR (DHIXVR5108HS-4KL), which had extraordinary significance as the 10,000,000th HDCVI Recorder sold in overseas market. It is a remarkable moment for Dahua Technology, The achievement of 10 million units’ overseas sales demonstrates the popularity of HDCVI technology. Despite the overall trend of migrating from analog to IP, Dahua HDCVI recorded 30% growth in 2017. Dahua HDCVI Recorder has been installed in more than 150 countries in 6 continents.
The huge popularity of HDCVI Recorder results from Dahua’s continuous dedication to technology advancement to deliver exceptional value meeting customers’ needs in security surveillance. HDCVI, first launched by Dahua in 2012, is a revolutionary technology that initiated the new era of 720P / 1080P HD monitoring for the industry. It provides a high resolution surveillance solution alternative to IP video,
with added benefit of simplicity and immunity to cyber-attacks. Over the next five years, Dahua upgraded it into HDCVI 4.0, which possesses several major technological breakthroughs in terms of higher resolution, more efficient encoder, power over cable, smartness and compatibility. Notably, Power over Coax (PoC) transmits both video and electrical power over a single coaxial cable, which eliminates separate camera
power supplies and further simplifies system deployment with true plug & play, benefiting Dahua customers and end users. HDCVI Recorder also developed during these years to support five types of cameras, namely HDCVI/AHD/TVI/ CVBS/IP. Resolution has evolved from HD to QHD/UHD thanks to HDCVI-4M/4K technology. As the required storage space has realized a 70% reduction due to encoding technology advancement from H.264 to H.264+ HDCVI Recorder becomes increasingly popular globally. It is used in various crucial projects/places including banking system in India and Enso Hotel in Indonesia The story doesn’t stop here. The era of H.265 will officially arrive in 2018 when a series of H.265 powered products will be released, delivering a maximum bandwidth compression.
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Zicom Electronic Security Systems launches vehicle passenger safety solution – Street Smart Zicom Electronic Security System, pioneers in the electronic security services industry, has for the first time, ventured into the automobile segment and launched a first-of-its-kind Vehicle Passenger Safety Solution - Street Smart. Since 1995, the company has been a household name in the field of safety and security. As
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a leader in the security domain, ZICOM has strived to provide and ensure all-round security and therefore peace of mind to all its customers. The company in 2013-14, identified the power of IoT and leveraged it to benefit consumers with its offerings. Following this ZICOM’s core focus has been towards creating IoT based safety solutions for
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everything that is a part of a person’s daily life. A recent report by the Consumer Association of India (Jan 2018), has highlighted that India being the 6th largest car market with 2.03 million passenger cars sold in the country, road accidents in India are highest in the world. Also, about 30 per cent of the deaths are caused due to
lack of safety features in Indian cars. Having shared this, ZICOM has identified the importance of an expert security and safety system for vehicles. Towards this, the company has leveraged the power of IoT and specially designed Street Smart to cater to the emerging needs of a discerning road traveler. Through the innovation of Street Smart Solu-
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tions, ZICOM is ensuring that the owner of the vehicle is in control of his personal vehicle in case of a theft, speed or breakdown. Street Smart possesses unique features to ensure the safety of its user mentioned below: Accident SOS Alert: An alert sent to emergency contacts in case of an accident Roadside Assistance: In case of a breakdown even in the most isolated areas, Street Smart can connect a user to the ZICOM Command Centre which is available 24/7 and 365 days of the year. This center which is one of the best of its kind, is well-equipped to provide a user real-time assistance anytime, anywhere. Rash Driving Alert: As Street Smart follows a preventive approach towards safety, it senses the speed over a pre-determined
speed limit and sends a rash driving alert to the user to prevent any chance of an accident. Air Conditioner Alert: Street Smart feature alerts the owner about the usage of the air conditioner in the vehicle whether he is present in the vehicle or someone else is using it GPS tracking: Tracking the vehicle’s real-time location along with its speed on one’s mobile speed, irrespective whether you are in the vehicle or elsewhere Towing Alert: Street Smart notifies the user when their car is being towed or in attempt of theft or break-in. This feature especially helps when the user has parked his or her vehicle away from their home due to parking
space limitations Additional features are Car Diagnostics, Performance and Trip Log and Fuel Efficiency Report. ZICOM aims to capture 30% of the 210 million vehicle passenger safety segment using the IoT platform to capture the market over the next five years. The company is undertaking a go-to-market strategy to touch-base with consumers. Street Smart will be first available online (Amazon + Flipkart + Snapdeal) for B2C consumers and the company is in talks with manufactures, OEMs, insurance and corporates to capture a larger market in the B2B category. With a history of offering high quality products and solutions to the most complex projects in the country, the name ZICOM has now become synonymous
with electronic security in India. On the launch of Street Smart, Mr. Pramoud Rao, Promoter and Managing Director of ZICOM Electronic Security Systems Ltd, said, “Since our inception, we have been committed towards our goal of making India a safer place to live in. As our journey towards this endeavor continues, we are identifying different areas that require our expertise. The automobile segment is a great opportunity for us to deliver a significant layer of safety to a consumer’s most valuable asset– Personal Vehicle. Our latest innovation, Street Smart grants the user an undeniable advantage in the security of their vehicle. Apart from the ability to track one’s vehicle, Street Smart follows the preventive approach towards accidents, thus granting a user a premium safety and security advantage.”
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Oncam’s launches 360-degree Evolution Stainless Steel camera series Oncam, the leading provider of 360-degree video capture and business intelligence technology, broke new ground as its award-winning Evolution Stainless Steel camera earned the coveted Standard 169 accreditation from NSF International. The innovative and robust 360-degree camera from Oncam is the first and only surveillance camera of its kind to receive the NSF mark in the ‘Special Purpose Food Equipment and Devices’ category. Oncam’s Evolution Stainless Steel camera series has gained
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recognition for its ability to cater to more extreme environments that require exceptional resistance to corrosion. The camera boasts an IP69K rating, the highest protection rating available against weather, water, and dust, as well as an IK10 rating against vandalism. It can be washed with high-
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pressure jets of more than 1,000psi at up to 80 degrees Celsius, enabling it to withstand demanding environments. The system is ideal for surveillance applications in diverse arenas like food processing facilities, industrial and chemical plants, vehicle wash stations, and ports and marine applications,
amongst others. In addition to resilience, its premium material and stylish design make the Oncam Evolution Stainless Steel camera a complementary addition to any architecture. The latest accreditation, as well as the multiple other awards and commendations the product has received, highlight how its premium material and build quality make it ideal for security applications in challenging and harsh environments. “The NSF mark is a testament to the design of the Evolution Stainless Steel camera series,
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and underlines Oncam’s commitment to quality, compliance, and safety. Its robust build brings unrivalled possibilities to environments with stringent sanitation requirements and adds diversity to our existing line of 5MP and 12MP cameras,” said Abhishek Kumar, Mr. Abhishek Kumar, Regional Director, South Asia, Oncam. “The Evolution Stainless Steel cameras are designed to
be visually appealing and to provide exceptional protection from the elements, while offering the same quality and technological innovation which Oncam is famous for to its customers.” Enclosed in solid and attractive stainless steel housing, Oncam’s Stainless Steel models offer the same features as its Evolution 05 and Evolution 12 cameras. With
an outer casing manufactured primarily from electropolished marine-grade stainless steel 316, its resistance to corrosion caused by salt spray make it ideally suited for use in harsh environments. Through intelligent material choice, Oncam’s latest offering allows customers to use the finest camera technology in the most demanding of conditions. The Stainless Steel models
debuted during ASIS 2016 and Security Essen 2016, and have been received well in the market as a unique offering. At the Safety & Security Asia 2016 event in Singapore, the Evolution 12 Stainless Steel camera won the Gold Award in the Surveillance Camera Category of the prestigious Merlion Awards for product innovation and excellence in security technology.
SECURITY
Dahua Technology Reported 2017 Fiscal Year Preliminary Earnings Estimate Zhejiang Dahua Technology Co., Ltd. (Shenzhen Stock Exchange: 002236) (“Dahua”), a leading solution provider in the global video surveillance industry, released its unaudited preliminary earnings estimate for 2017. In 2017, Dahua achieved a gross revenue of CNY 18,852,104,991.81(USD 2.89 billion) representing a yearon-year increase of 41.44%. Total profits reached CNY 2,633,776,603.92 (USD 403.08 million), a year-on-year growth 30.88%. Net profit attributable to shareholders of listed companies reached CNY 2,378,228,515.67 (USD 363.97 million), growing 30.30% year on year. 1. The above data is filled based on the company’s consolidated statements. 2. During the reporting period, Dahua made corresponding accounting treatment on matters in relation to repurchase and write-off of
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2017 Key Financial Data and Indicators
Units: CNY
Item
2017
2016
Increase/(decrease) range(%)
Revenue
18,852,104,991.81
13,329,094,010,82
41.44%
Operating Profits
2,590,061,486.97
1,433,497,194.51
80.68%
Total Profits
2,633,776,603.92
2,012,337,526.93
30.88%
Net Profit Attributable to Shareholders of Listed Companies
2,378,228,515.67
1,825,199,447.95
30.30%
Basic Earnings Per Share (CNY)
0.82
0.63
30.16%
Weighted Average on Net Assets Returns Ratio
25.46%
24.80%
0.66%
End of Reporting Period
Beginning of Reporting Period
Increase/(decrease) range (%)
Total Assets
21,520,915,289.85
15,366,397,939.88
40.05%
Owner’s Equity Attributable to Shareholders of Listed Companies
10,468,125,676.33
8,237,011,399.80
27.09%
Share Capital
2,898,756,130.00
2,899,411,405.00
-0.02%
Net Assets Value Per Share Attributable to Shareholders of Listed Companies (CNY)
3.61
2.84
27.11%
certain restricted stocks. The total share capital of Dahua had been changed from 2,899,411,405 shares to 2,898,756,130 shares.
Operating Performance and Financial Status The increase resulted mainly
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from the following factors: the market sentiment continued to rise; the company expanded the market and met new demands with enhanced comprehensive solutions and services; the company strengthened internal control to achieve steady growth in sales and
simultaneous growth of net profits. During the reporting period, the total company assets increased by 40.05% and the net assets increased by 27.09%, mainly due to the increase in the scale of operations and rising profits.
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HID Global predicts top trends that are driving more intelligent, connected experiences in 2018 HID Global, a worldwide leader in trusted identity solutions, has identified the top trends in the identity technology industry for 2018. The company points towards increased cloud and mobile access adoption, more focus on securing the Internet of Things (IoT), and data analytics as some of the top trends that will take center stage in developing more intelligent, connected experiences this year. “Trusted identities will emerge this year as the fundamental building blocks for organizations to create environments that connect people, places and things,” said Samuel Asarnoj, Senior Vice President Corporate Strategy & Business Development with HID Global. “The user experience will be redefined by mobile, IoT and cloud technologies and deliver new capabilities for the future.” HID Global sees five significant trends in 2018 that will influence how organizations leverage the power of trusted identities.
Organizations embracing the benefits of the cloud • Increased awareness of the cloud’s ease of deployment, flexibility, connectivity options and productivity benefits will escalate adoption. Access control cloud platforms with APIs and SDKs will fuel new software solutions
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that expand choices for organizations to get the most out of their investments. Cloud-based card issuance will drive adoption due to its simplicity, security and cost structure, while governments increasingly investigate how printed IDs can be complemented by cloudissued mobile citizen IDs. • Cloud authentication and credential management will further integrate mobile devices, tokens, cards and machine-to-machine endpoints. And digital certificates in the IoT will draw upon the trusted cloud services to deliver and manage certificates across thousands of devices.
More connected devices and environments drive focus on securing the IoT • Digital certificates will become a core component for adding trust in the IoT by issuing unique digital IDs to printers and encoders, mobile phones, tablets, video cameras and building automation systems, plus a broader range of things like connected cars and medical devices. • Apple iOS 11 “read” support of NFC will fuel adoption of IoT-based applications such as brand protection, customer loyalty programs and other use cases that will further drive the need to enhance security in the IoT.
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Mobile access reaches tipping point for mass market adoption • 2017 was the year mobile access went mainstream and adoption will accelerate even further in 2018. Maturity in mobile solutions and integration into other systems, coupled with mobile’s ability to enhance user convenience, improve operational efficiency and provide higher security will drive accelerated growth for mobile access and mainstream adoption. • Card emulation, the NFC mode most coveted for mobile access control, remains reserved exclusive to Apple Pay; this leaves Bluetooth as the communication standard for cross-platform mobile access support. Still, organizations will invest in readers and other infrastructure that supports NFC and BLE to prepare for future possibilities.
Convergence of physical and digital security • The concept of Physical Identity & Access Management (PIAM) will drive convergence of physical and digital security to a single credential, putting identity at the center of all use cases. Government, finance, energy
and other regulated markets will emerge as the forerunners using these solutions for secure access to buildings, email, websites and VPN. • New converged identity models that use cloud authentication and mobile devices are also emerging, such as the ability to verify a person’s presence at a location, mobile IDs that validate physical citizen IDs, and smart cards that authenticate users to enterprise resources.
Data analytics will drive risk-based intelligence for predictive models and new capabilities • Devices, access control systems, IoT applications and other solutions connected to the cloud will provide robust data for advanced analytics. Insights from these analytics can be used to optimize workflow solutions and provide more seamless access for end users. • Predictive analytics and biometrics will play a crucial role in people-centric security and address employee demands for workplaces to deliver premium, more individualized services. Analytics will also help reduce downtime in the enterprise, spur factory automation and improve compliance via condition monitoring that is based on real-time location and sensing solutions.
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Honeywell extends reach of Cloud-Based connected building service for greater Bottom-Line benefits Honeywell (NYSE: HON), a global leader in connected buildings announced that Honeywell Outcome Based Service, a cloud-enabled building management service that helps identify misconfigurations sooner than traditional maintenance, now extends to mechanical systems. As a result, key building personnel and other stakeholders can gain even more insight into a building’s operational efficiency and comfort while optimize a building’s total cost of ownership. Honeywell Outcome Based Service for Mechanical Systems is the latest addition to Honeywell’s Connected Services portfolio of technologies that draws on more than 100 years of global domain knowledge and experience, in combination with today’s building connectivity, to help promote improved facility performance. Building on the service’s core HVAC controls monitoring, Outcome Based Service for Mechanical Systems uses data analytics and sensor-based Internet of Things (IoT) connectivity to monitor the health and performance of mechanical equipment, helping uncover issues and faults that can impact system performance and efficiency. “A building is much like a living, breathing organism, from its basic framework to the central nervous system of controls and the very heart of it all — the mechanical hardware
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HVAC equipment. The asset health KPIs can also provide deeper insights into the duration or useful life of mechanical equipment. Because not all equipment degrades at the same rate, organizations can make better-informed financial and maintenance decisions about repairing or replacing equipment.
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that keeps everything operating,” said Aseem Joshi, Country General Manager, Honeywell Building Solutions, India. “Keeping watch and maintaining these systems is possible with the right connectivity and knowledge, which we’ve made possible with Honeywell Outcome Based Service. It now extends to mechanical systems, providing even more data and insights to promote improved performance and maintenance of building health.” Outcome Based Service for Mechanical Systems monitors mechanical equipment performance in line with key performance indicators (KPIs) closely tied to building comfort and energy efficiency, as well as equipment maintenance. The service uses advanced algorithms that monitor and analyze HVAC controllers, mechanical equipment and their key components, from
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boilers and chillers to other hardware that make up the core equipment of a building, in near real time, helping uncover many faults and anomalies faster than traditional, routine maintenance. The new service module also taps sensor data to monitor the asset health of individual mechanical equipment, comparing actual equipment performance with optimal operational performance values to identify deviations. This helps alert personnel to many issues sooner than traditional maintenance so organizations may have the opportunity to make changes or fixes before they lead to costlier and more disruptive problems. The deviations also help inform condition-based dynamic tasking as to when and how to address mechanical system maintenance needs, such as when to replace air filters on
Honeywell (www.honeywell. com) is a Fortune 100 softwareindustrial company that delivers industry specific solutions that include aerospace and automotive products and services; control technologies for buildings, homes, and industry; and performance materials globally. Our technologies help everything from aircraft, cars, homes and buildings, manufacturing plants, supply chains, and workers become more connected to make our world smarter, safer, and more sustainable. All of Honeywell’s global businesses have a strong legacy in India, built over the last eight decades. Honeywell’s India commitment is evident in seven state-ofthe-art manufacturing and engineering operations, and five global centers of excellence for technology development and innovation. Honeywell employs close to 15,000 people across 50 locations including Bangalore, Chennai, Delhi, Gurgaon, Hyderabad, Madurai, Pune and Vadodara.
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Enhanced cybersecurity protection and superior night vision VIVOTEK, the global leading IP surveillance provider, reveals five new flagship H.265/ HEVC cameras to add to its H.265 product line. The release includes three 2-megapixel fixed dome cameras, FD9165HT, FD9365-HTV and FD9365EHTV and two 2-megapixel bullet cameras, IB9365-EHT and IB9365-HT*. The series of cameras are embedded Trend Micro’s anti-intrusion software, empowering them to automatically detect and prevent credential-based attack as well as block suspicious events, and enabling users to enjoy higher levels of network security. Moreover, the newly added H.265 cameras are equipped with the new generation of technology, including Smart Stream III and SNVII (Supreme
Night Visibility II), making these cameras capable of optimizing both bandwidth and storage efficiency by up to 90% while ensuring safety and security around the clock. “Cyberattacks have recently become a serious issue for many different industries and of course to the IP surveillance industry as well” said Shengfu Cheng, Director of VIVOTEK Marketing and Product Development Division. “As the global leading IP surveillance provider, VIVOTEK places enormous importance on this issue. We aim to provide our users with products of the highest levels of reliability and quality. With this goal in mind, VIVOTEK is proud to launch this new H.265 series of cameras, and to continue to provide our users the experience
of a safer and better solution.” These latest flagship cameras have employed VIVOTEK’s Smart Stream III technology to maximize bandwidth and storage efficiency. By adopting Smart Stream III and H.265 technology, users will benefit from reduced bandwidth and data storage demands by up to 90% over systems employing traditional H.264 without smart stream functionality. In addition,
the five 2-megapixel cameras features SNV II, WDR Pro II and Smart IR II, providing users the best quality image during night by reducing IR hotspots and optimizing IR intensity control. Furthermore, the built-in IR illuminators are now effective up to 50 meters, placing VIVOTEK ahead of the field in H.265 IP surveillance solutions.
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DIGISOL launches 300Mbps ceiling mount access point router DIGISOL Systems Ltd., (100% Subsidiary of Smartlink Network Systems Ltd.) a leading provider of Networking products, announced the release of the 300Mbps Ceiling Mount Access Point Router. The DG-WM2003SIE complies with IEEE 802.11n standard and is backward compatible with IEEE 802.11b/g standard. The DG-WM2003SIE wireless AP router can provide wireless data transmission rate up to 300Mbps which enhances the sharing of files, photo, audio, video and gaming experience over wireless network. The DG-WM2003SIE can also be used as router when configured in gateway
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Key Features: • IEEE 802.11n 2.4GHz Wireless • WAN/PoE: 1x 10/100Mbps 802.3af PoE Port LAN: 1x 10/100Mbps • Multiple SSID: Up to 4 SSIDs • IEEE 802.1q Tag based VLAN • QoS-WMM Support • Multiple Operational Modes mode. it supports PoE, which helps in easy installation by eliminating the need of a dedicated power source. It enables communication between wireless and wired notebooks/desktop computers in the network.
Price: The feature rich DIGISOL DG-WM2003SIE, is available at street price of Rs.3,999/and comes with limited lifetime warranty.
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Ador helps contain air pollution in cement plants Ambuja Cements Ltd., a part of the global conglomerate Lafarge Holcim, is one of the leading cement companies in India while being the largest cement plant chain in the world. The company strongly believes in environmental sustainability which is one of its core values. Recently, the Clean Air team of Ador Powertron showcased the simple innovation and high performance of the Ador+Redkoh Vedika technology in five different plants including clinker cooler ESPs and CPP ESPs. These are some of the most important plants in India viz. Ambuja Cement Rabariyawas Unit, Maratha Unit, Dariaghat Unit, and Bhatapara Unit (Cooler ESP Line 1 & 2). Ador reduced their existing emission levels from the plants’ earlier values to the committed (and aspired) values of minimum 25% emission reduction and at the some sits achieved a maximum of 75% emission reduction. This incredible environmental protection victory shows that the performance of the Ador High Frequency Power Supply (HFPS) not only enhances the efficiency of Electro-Static Precipitators in the cement industry but also in the power generation field. Ador was able to prove that the Vedika Solution for high Standard Particulate Matter (SPM) can provide better opacity at lesser investment cost and even far lesser effort than adding extra ESP fields or other electrical
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/ mechanical solutions. More importantly, all of this can be achieved without even asking for a process shutdown.
Vedika gives the end user a pristine air quality experience due to the edge it has, catalyzed by the following ways: • A suitable waveform to the TR set in order to minimize the ESP Ripple • Increased average voltage to the ESP • Increased current flow to the ESP • Fast Response Time to events occurring in both the ESP and the Power system • Possesses all the benefits of the tried and trusted Transformer Rectifier Design • Significantly high-power capacities
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• Improvement in the power factor • Reuse of the existing cabling, control rooms and Mechanical TR footprints • No duct work modifications • Provides a solution rather than a one-fits-all product • The electrical energization with High Frequency Power Sources and the same boiler conditions may lead to emission reduction to the tune of 30-50% without any ESP renovation for addition of fields or increase in the height in all of the coal fired power stations in India by utilizing high resistivity and high ash content coal from the Indian mines Industrial enterprises are today under constant pressure to reduce gaseous and particulate
emissions from their processes. The Ador Clean Air team has produced and supplied the largest number of TransformerRectifier sets and controls worldwide. Over 20,000 Ador High Voltage Transformer Rectifiers have been installed with the power, cement, steel and paper industries across 74 countries over the last 35 years. Ador Transformers use software designed by Ador and also are able to incorporate OEM management and control software.
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KARAM ensures safety of workers by launching two new range of products
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n an endeavour to raise awareness amongst people about safety, KARAM, India’s leading Personal Protective Equipment manufacturer, has added two more ranges of safety products to its existing range- the Safety Gloves and Coveralls. These products have been launched keeping in mind the importance of lives of workers working in factories/construction sites. The launch witnessed the presence of prominent personalities of the industry - Mr. BV Sant, Director General of National Safety Council (NSC) and Mr. Kulkarni, Deputy Director, National Safety Council (NSC). The safety gloves are made up of cut resistant material and provide a better grip to the users. Chemical Resistant Gloves are also waterproof and have chemical resistance to provide overall protection, while working in hazardous sites. The Coveralls, on the other hand, provide safety to the employees from harsh working conditions such as chemical or construction sites. The coveralls are made up of skin-friendly materials and have
pockets for functionality. The coveralls have double stitching for additional strength and durability and have zips with brass snap closure.
Details & USPs of the products: • KARAM Industries range of Gloves are manufactured keeping in mind the different work conditions. The recommendations are also based on the different manufacturing
styles of these gloves, along with their different make-material and coatings, besides the different tests that these gloves pass. • KARAM gloves are tested and certified to the latest norms for mechanical resistance, EN 388:2016, and chemical resistance EN 374:2016. • Prokem ranges of gloves are exclusively for protection of hands against chemicals. FEBRUARY 2018 | INDUSTRIAL SAFETY REVIEW
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Pioneering in the Indian market with this extensive range, the Prokem has distinctive features to offer like ergonomic design, tested to the latest EN standards, silicon free etc. • Prokut is the exclusive range of Gloves offered by KARAM provides protection to the hands against mechanical hazards, like cut, abrasion, etc. The Coveralls provided by KARAM are unique in their construction and certified to Category 1 CE certification. The fabric used in their construction is of supreme quality, passing all the standards of colour-fastness and minimum shrinkage. Provided with user friendly features, these Coveralls come in different colours and styles to suit various applications. Speaking on the new range of products launch, Ms. Kavita Nigam, General Manager, HR, Publicity and Promotion said “KARAM has been in the industry for more than a decade now and is the first company to produce gloves, which complies with latest EN 2016 standards. We have recently added two ranges to our product portfolio, gloves and coveralls. At KARAM, we believe that we save a life through every product or training that we provide to our workers. Two out of ten labourers lose their lives due to workplace fatalities and in order to save their life, we will keep upgrading our products as per the standards and the changing requirement.” The new launched Products, Safety Gloves and Coveralls will be available at KARAM Industries’ authorised channel partners and Distributers.
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INSIGHT
Union Budget 2018 on behalf of DuPont (E. I. du Pont de Nemours & Company)
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he Union Budget 2018 is forward looking and focuses on job creation with an emphasis on rural healthcare, education and employment along with raising disposable income of citizens to revitalize the economy post demonetization thereby encouraging stability and growth. Flagship schemes announced by the Prime Minister earlier in his term such as “Make in India”, “Skill India”, “Digital India” have been strengthened to address the objectives of overall development. Steps taken towards making India a more tax compliant country are welcome and will boost tax buoyancy and growth. We applaud the enhanced focus on the agriculture sector that will help provide the resources necessary to help rural communities prosper and provide access to a safe, diverse and nutritious food supply across the country. It is encouraging to note the introduction of Operation Green to help rural farmers’ needs like food storage and crop distribution. Ground water irrigation and subsidies to farmers using solar power are positive steps to accelerate the agri-income support programs. The Minimum Support Price of all crops shall be increased to at least 1.5 times that of the production cost and the government would take some concrete steps towards bringing more efficient farming techniques to farmers located in far flung areas of the country. It will be heartening to see a well-defined program that supports crop insurance along with farmers’ credit. The 2018 budget promises to boost India’s manufacturing and infrastructure development. We are confident that measures announced by the government today will lead to a better quality of life for all citizens of India. – Sheril Vaidhyan, President, DuPont South Asia.
“It is a growth oriented, progressive and favorable budget”
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he Union Budget presented to the Indian Parliament in New Delhi on February 1, 2018 by our Honorable Finance Minister Mr.Arun Jaitley has many good provisions and positive implications for the security industry. The allocations of Rs. 5.97 laksh crore for infrastructure, Rs. 2.04 lakh crore for 99 ’Smart Cities’, Rs. 3974 cr for MSMEs, the proposed creation of 10 iconic tourist destinations, training for 50 lakh youths by 2020, 5 lakhs Wi-Fi spots in rural India, dedicated and affordable housing , building of 24 new government medical colleges and hospitals , revamping of 600 railway stations , equipping all trains with Wi-Fi and CCTV cameras , making corporate tax at the rate of 25 % upto Rs. 250 cr and increase in health , education and social protection all augur well for our industry and expedite India’s growth . I am also glad to learn that under the budget, the Indian Department of Science & Technology will launch a Mission on Cyber Physical Systems to support establishment of centers of excellence for research, training and skilling in robotics, artificial intelligence, digital manufacturing, big data analysis, quantum communication and internet of things. The Budget has doubled the allocation on ‘Digital India’ program to Rs 3073 crore in 2018-19. So, on the whole it is a growth oriented, progressive and favorable budget which will enable all the security solutions providers in India to play an important role in the coming years, said Mr. Robbin Shen, Managing Director, Dahua Technology India Pvt. Ltd .
“With growing urbanization, the need for fire safety equipment is only going to increase further”
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urther to Finance Minister, Arun Jaitley’s announcement on the budget 2018-2019 on fire and safety sector, please find below budget quote on behalf of Rohit Harjani, Country Manager Indian Sub-continent, Hochiki. While the budget has laid out a clear roadmap for expansion and modernization of Indian Railways, it has also adequately emphasized on the much-needed need for passenger safety. Along with CCTVs, installation of advanced, multi-level fire detection system can go a long way in improving safety standards of Indian Railways. Early warning of a fire event can prevent panic and loss of life and damage to assets, thereby minimising disruption of services. At the same time, the budget has a clear focus on creation of infrastructure and development of smart cities. With a plan of 100 smart cities rolled out by the government, there is a need to provide greater emphasis on developing a fire safety blueprint to ensure safety of life and property, along with increased awareness and training at all levels about fire, its hazards and what to do in case of fire.
Rohit Harjani, Country Manager Indian Sub-continent, Hochiki.
Mr. Robbin Shen, Managing Director, Dahua Technology India Pvt. Ltd.
Sheril Vaidhyan, President, DuPont South Asia.
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INSIGHT
“Budget 2018 is a step towards rendering a safe and secure travel experience in Indian Railways”
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udget 2018 is a step towards rendering a safe and secure travel experience in Indian Railways. The proposed idea of procuring about a million CCTV cameras in all trains and stations across the country was much needed, especially in the wake of recent events and episodes of derailments. Comprehending the necessity of surveillance is must in the direction of providing reliable services. However, for delivering the best in class security, it is essential to make use of the latest technologies and apply the analytics that come along. Also, centralized monitoring and management is a challenge that only the newest of technologies can overcome.
“The Union Budget 2018 is a shining example of fiscal prudence”
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he Union Budget 2018 is a shining example of fiscal prudence with an investment focus on Infrastructure Sector and Railways. The government’s thrust on Infrastructure Sector ( Rs. 5.97 Lakh Crore) and Railways ( Rs.1.48 Lakh Crore) would have a positive outcome on the economy. These initiatives will drive the security industry in a whole new growth phase. We welcome the government’s move to double the allocation on the Digital India programme to Rs. 3,073 crore — a decision that will help the research and skilling in Robotics, Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Internet of Things (IoT), among others. We also appreciate the government’s resolve to support the establishment of centres of excellence for Research, Training and Skilling in Robotics, AI, Digital Manufacturing, Big Data Analytics, Quantum Communication and IoT. Ninety-nine cities have been selected with an outlay of Rs.2.09 lakh crore under the Smart City programme. Redevelopment of 600 major railway stations has been taken up. All stations with more than 25,000 footfalls will have escalators. All trains to be progressively provided with Wi-FI, CCTV and other state-of-the-art amenities. UDAN shall connect 56 unserved airports and 31 unserved helipads in the country. A fund of Rs.60 crore has been allocated for disaster resilient infrastructure. These initiatives will boost the prospects of security and surveillance industry in India.
Ganesh Jivani, Managing Director, Matrix Comsec
Union Budget 2018
Mr. Ashish P. Dhakan, MD & CEO, Prama Hikvision India Pvt. Ltd.
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COMPANY PROFILE
Security and the Normalization of Surveillance in Indian Market
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anjeev Gulati, officiated as the Country Manager, VIVOTEK for India and SAARC region, is touted to be a security and surveillance veteran in the industry. In the given role, Sanjeev drives growth and brand awareness of VIVOTEK in India market. VIVOTEK is a global IP surveillance provider, with its presence across multiple locations in the atlas, where he also manages Bangladesh and Sri Lanka Market. Moreover, he is also responsible for defining and delivering business strategies and providing overall leadership for the company’s operations in India. Sanjeev scaled the business to new heights ever since he joined the company in 2013. An integral prerequisite for the company, like licensing was procured after his induction and the company was officially established in 2014. With a tailback of 20 years of work experience, he spent 14 years of his career in security and surveillance. Working with some renowned brands like HCL Infosystems, Nelco Limited and Axis communications, he has held a host of leadership positions in marketing and product management. An alumni of Bhartiya Vidya Bhawan with an MBA in Marketing, Sanjeev is also a qualified I&C Engineer from A.M Polytechnic. With major development strategies in pipeline, Sanjeev envisions to be a regular provider for the Government’s Make in India initiative and do his bit in the growth of the country. In the next five years he also intends to transform VIVOTEK into a full-fledged entity and tap all segments, with major focus on government sectors. Furthermore, he also plans on designing a dual strategy, which not only aids in localization, but also has the company’s exports from India under check.
About VIVOTEK VIVOTEK Inc. (TAIEX: 3454) was founded
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Mr. Sanjeev Gulati Country Manager-India & SAARC, VIVOTEK
in Taiwan in 2000. The Company markets VIVOTEK solutions worldwide, and has become a leading brand in the global IP surveillance industry. Its comprehensive solutions include network cameras, video servers, network video recorders, PoE solutions, and video management software. Through the growing proliferation of IoT, VIVOTEK aspires to become the Eye in IoT by drawing on its expansive technological capabilities in image and audio. The Company has established offices and subsidiaries in the United States (California), Europe (Netherlands), India (Delhi), Middle East (Dubai), and Latin America (Mexico) in 2008, 2013, 2014, 2015, and 2016, respectively. To create a sound industrial ecosystem, VIVOTEK has expanded strategic alliances with leading international software and hardware partners and works with over 183 authorized distributors across 116 countries.
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ReeR Safety : The mark excellence
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f safety in the workplace is essential, it becomes crucial in highly automated environments. Thanks to the experience achieved by cooperating with the world leading companies in the machine tools, automotive, packaging and palletisation industries, ReeR is able to offer a wide range of safety devices, such as: light
curtains, programmable controllers, photocells and interfaces able to meet each application demand. ReeR has always been at the forefront also in the field of optoelectronic curtains for automation, measurement and control. Technological excellence and application know-how embody the spirit of ReeR.
Marco Paglietta, Head of Marketing, ReeR Safety
Messe Essen Security 2018: Future Security technology under one roof
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ew main subject areas, new halls and new security essen: From September 25th to 28th exhibitors and visitors will profit from a new hall allocation at the global fair for civil security. The structure will be oriented even more strongly to the range offered by the around
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1,000 exhibitors and will be divided into six higher-level subject worlds: Services in Hall 1; Access, Mechatronic/Mechanical Equipment and Systems in Halls 2 and 3 and the Galeria; Video in Halls 4 and 5; Fire, Burglary and Systems in Hall 6 and Perimeter in Hall 7.
With the new Hall 8, Messe Essen will also reserve a separate hall for the subjects of Cyber Security and Economic Protection for the first time. Moreover, some high-ranking specialist congresses are planned for the expected 40.000 visitors.
TECH UPDATE
SAFETY
Safety in Welding By S.K. Palit, Head-CCC & Strategic Support - Equipment, SGP & WAPS, Ador Welding Ltd.
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afety is a critical consideration for any welding project. Arc welding is a safe occupation when proper precautions are taken. But, if safety measures are ignored, welders face an array of hazards which can be potentially dangerous, including electric shock, fumes and gases, fire and explosions and more. Welders are members of an occupational group which is exposed to a number of different environmental problems: • Electricity • Electromagnetic fields • UV, IR and visible light radiation • Air pollution • Fire and Spatter • Noise • Ergonomics To help keep welders safe, organizations such as the American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists (ACGIH) and the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) offer safety guidelines to help control, minimize or to help employers and workers avoid welding hazards. Employers should ensure all workers have an opportunity to comply with the following important guidelines in the workplace: • Read and understand manufacturer instructions for equipment • Carefully review material safety data sheets
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It’s important to remember to never touch the electrode or metal parts of the electrode holder with skin or welding clothing and insulate yourself from the work and ground.
• Follow the company’s internal safety practices • Awareness of the most common welding hazards and knowing how to avoid them ensures a safe, productive work environment for all.
Electric shock Electric shock is one of the most serious and immediate risks facing a welder. Electric shock can lead to severe injury or death, either from the shock itself or from a fall caused by the reaction to a shock. Electric shock occurs when welders touch two metal objects that have a voltage between them, thereby inserting themselves into the electrical circuit. For instance, if a worker holds a bare wire in one hand and a second bare wire with another, electric current will pass through that wire and through the welding operator, causing an electric shock. The higher the voltage, the higher the current and, thus the higher the risk for the electric shock to result in injury or death. The most common type of electric shock is secondary voltage shock from an arc welding circuit, which ranges from 20 to 100 volts. Bear in mind that even a shock of 50 volts or less can be enough to injure or kill an operator, depending on the conditions. Due to its constant change in
polarity, alternating current (AC) voltage is more likely to stop the heart than direct current (DC) welders. It is also more likely to make the person holding the wire unable to let go. To avoid secondary voltage shock, welding operators should wear dry gloves in good condition, never touch the electrode or metal parts of the electrode holder with skin or wet clothing and be sure to insulate themselves from the work and ground, keeping dry insulation between their body and the metal being welded or ground (such as a metal floor or wet surface). ADOR Welding Limited (AWL) offers a wide range of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment), like Welding Gloves, Safety Shoes and other safety products to ensure the welders’ safety. In addition, AWL offers VRD (Voltage Reducing Device) as a built-in feature as an option, and also VRD Units which can be fitted externally to any AC or DC SMAW Welding machine, which keeps the secondary voltage down to a safe level of 18-20 V when no welding is being done (machine switched on, but in idle condition). Full welding power is automatically enabled whenever the welder strikes the welding arc. An even more serious shock, primary voltage shock, may occur when a welder touches electrically “hot” or “live” parts inside the welder case or the electric distribution system to which the welder is connected. This action can lead to a shock of 230 or 415 volts. AWL offers ELCB as an option in their welding machines to completely eliminate this hazard.
Fumes and gases Overexposure to welding fumes and gases can be hazardous to the health of the welder as well as any other person who is working in the vicinity of the welding area. Welding fume contains potentially harmful
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Welding areas require adequate ventilation and local exhaust to keep fumes and gases from the breathing zone and the general area.
complex metal oxide compounds from consumables, base metal and the basemetal coatings, so it is important to keep the head out of the fumes and use enough ventilation and/or exhaust to control the exposure to substances in the fume, depending on the type of rod and base metal being used. The specific potential health effects which relate to the welding consumable product being used can be found in the Health Hazard Data section of the Safety Data Sheet available from the consumable manufacturer. Welding areas require adequate ventilation and local exhaust to keep fumes and gases from the breathing zone and the general area. In most situations, a ventilation system- such as a fan, and an exhaust system or fixed or removable exhaust hoods- to remove fumes and gases from the work area are provided. AWL has introduced in their range different models of Welding Fume extraction systems, both stand-alone as well as centralized systems (KING EXTRACTORS), with advanced technology, special filters and with or without built-in compressors
Fire and explosions Welding arc creates extreme temperatures, and may pose a significant fire and
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explosions hazard if safe practices are not followed. While the welding arc may reach temperatures of 10,000 degrees Fahrenheit, the real danger is not from the arc itself, but rather the intense near the arc and the heat, sparks and spatter created by the arc. This spatter can reach up to 35 feet away from the welding space. To prevent fires, before beginning to weld, inspect the work area for any flammable materials and remove them from the area. Flammable materials are comprised of three categories: liquid, such as gasoline, oil and paint; solid, such as wood, cardboard and paper; gas, including acetylene, propane and hydrogen.
Ergonomics When welding heavy material manually
Special attachments and extensions to interconnection cables reduce welder fatigue for welding at long distances from the Power Source
Rotators are used to rotate a job with circular or cylindrical profile to help the welder consistently without changing his position and welding torch angle continuously
and during assembly welding the loads are very static. Positioning welding also gives high loads. Ergonomic control of Welder’s position, arrangement of rotating tables (rotators and turn tables) is important to reduce welder fatigue and chances of poor weld quality.
Other safety considerations Welders should also be aware of other safety considerations within the work environment. For example, those working in a confined space or in an elevated area make need to take extra precautions. In any welding situation, welding operators should pay close attention safety information on the products being used and the material safety data sheets provided by the manufacturer and work with their employer and co-workers to follow appropriate safe practices for their workplace. Good common sense is also key. If opening cans of electrode, keep hands away from sharp edges. Remove clutter and debris from the welding area to prevent tripping or falling. And never use broken or damaged equipment or PPE. To keep up with the most recent safety practices, welding operators should utilize resources from the American Welding Society (AWS), OSHA and welding manufacturers. By following these safe practices and using common sense, operators can stay safe and keep production moving with no lost-time accidents. Safety & Health Fact Sheets are provided in the ANSI Z49.1 Standards.
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3-D Scanning – A Boon for Police and Security Agencies The introduction of 3D laser scanner would further enhance the process of legal jurisprudence and start a discussion on making the 3D laser scans cognizable would need to be taken up sooner than expected.
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Mr S.K Thakral is also the member of FSAI & APDI.
Satinder Kumar Thakral is an accomplished Security professional with 38 years of Govt. Service in the Ministry of Home Affairs and 7 years in the private security Sector. For the last one year he is working with Law Abiding Technology, New Delhi. The Law Abiding Technology is a pioneer in providing best covert surveillance solutions to various security agencies.
s per old adage the change is progression and this applies in every field of human life as well as in all other fields. The field of technology has been in progression for ages but the phenomenal changes it has seen in the last few decades have changed the world in a big way. India known as an elephant economy has progressed in IT field phenomenally but has lagged behind China and other world powers in many fields. We have been and are still importing technology from around the world. Now, the time has come when elephant should transform into lion (Make in India Logo) and retrieve the lost grounds in other technological fields and come of age. The Law Abiding Technology, which celebrated its 12th anniversary in December 2017 has been authorised as its representative by US Company FARO, a pioneer in 3D scanning for its 3D scanners for many states in India. Law Abiding Technology a leader in providing security related equipment/TSCM till now has embarked upon to take a big leap and make a big splash in the industry. It has not only become representatives of US based company FARO but also has become Master distributer for another US based revolutionary
software Company named OCCAM Video Solution, LLC (OCCAM), a leader in video enhancement solutions, for India. 3D scanner has multiple uses for different purposes and for different agencies. It can play a very important role for Police forces, Para- Military forces, Defence establishments, Science and Technology establishments, Forensic Laboratories, Defence equipment manufacturing units, VIP security planners, Disaster Mitigation Agencies etc. 3D scanning is a remarkable technology for police forces for crime scene investigations, accident investigations/reconstruction, Post blast investigations, Manufacturing Industry for critical spare parts, critical components for war-zone repair of defence machinery, Armed forces base station installations, strategic border bridge constructions, air crash investigation etc. Infrastructure companies may like to keep a 3D scanned image for future expansions, hotel Industry for preserving the original layout of the hotel, heritage buildings, Railways for scanning rail track measurements and future up-gradations, scanning areas of accident/mishap by drones where human intervention is not feasible etc.
Consider the following incidents of past as examples: In a very prominent High fly case a death occurred in a five-star hotel room in Delhi. Due to the nature of the case the Police sealed the room of the hotel to preserve the entire crime scene. After passage of 2/3 years the hotel management approached the Delhi High Court, requesting that the room may please be de-sealed as the hotel was incurring a loss of room rent for no fault of its. Since the case was sub-judice, the room continued to be sealed and no one would pay the room rent for all these years which have run into lakhs of rupees and the brunt will fall on the hotel. If the 3D laser scanner
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of FARO was used in this case, the scanner would have taken a 3D view of the room ‘As is Where is’ at that point of time with blood spatters - if any, bullet marks - if any, vomits - if any, the position of the dead body and any other item related or not related to the crime in the room. This 3D scan could be viewed with all original evidences as many number of times as desired and as long as desired because it can be saved on computers/SD card. This could even be presented in the court room for defence or prosecution, presentation etc. The room could have been released within hours of the crime having taken place once the 3D scan was taken and recorded forever. In yet another example an accident takes place on a high way resulting in a serious crash involving two or more vehicles even resulting in loss of human life. If the normal police investigation/procedure is launched, it is bound to take many hours to recreate the scene by measuring distances of whole accident scene etc. thus effecting the movement of vehicular traffic for a very long period of time. However, with the help of 3D laser scanner the accident scene can be scanned in a matter of an hour or so thus preserving all the essentials of investigation by the concerned investigation agencies at a later date. The software even could help assess the speed of the vehicles involved in the crash and pointing the vehicle at fault. Thus, highway could have been cleared in a very short time for its normal use. Likewise in an industrial mishap where accidents like bursting of a boiler, fire or some other accident happens. The 3D laser scan can help record the scene of accident in a very short time and this 3D scanner can not only help investigators but also the courts to see the real position of losses etc. To top it all, if the company has a 3D scan of original set up, the company can recreate the same in its original form with the help of original scan. The comparison of original scan and the scan after incident can play a vital role in assessing the losses/positional changes of assets.
In this case if the security forces had a 3D scan of the hotel available with them. It would have helped them with1. Easy access to complete layout plan in both 3D and 2D. 2. All normal/emergency entry/exit points to help emergency response team to enter during exigency. 3. Access points to every room/kitchen/lobby/ parking/stores/dining/shopping area etc. 4. Pin pointing the position of terrorist/s by observing the place of firing. With this they could assess the visible areas (line of vision) to the attackers, the areas not in the line of vision of attackers (these could be used by security forces to plan their entry/advances.) 5. Roof top layout plan with all entrances/ exits. 6. Accessible Points from different sides and how to use them for evacuation or storming the area with safe personnel carrier vehicles etc. 7. All roads leading to main building from different sides and how to use them for evacuation or storming the area by security personnel. 8. Making all their plans from a safe distance or in the comfort of their own offices on laptops or even when inside the hotel (after entering while action is on) for deciding further action to select the best possible available safe options. 9. Pin pointing the location of each attacker and plan neutralising them more effectively with available scan of the scene. From all the above scenarios it can be well judged that the police investigations can be accelerated with a great speed and the police forces can make a marked improvement in planning and working procedures. This will not only improve their competency in the field of investigations but also help them to prove their point effectively in the courts, save valuable time and save the country from avoidable financial losses occurring during road blocks due to accidents etc.
Storming of TAJ HOTEL, Mumbai 2008 Case –
Being a robust and weather proof device 3D
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3D Laser Scanner for Crime Scene Investigation/analysis.
scanner allows to have liberty of scanning crime scene in all environments be it raining, extreme sunlight or complete dark. And with faster laser measurements up to a million/ second helps to capture whole scene in not more than 15 minutes for IOs. Following crime related analysis can be done using a scanner. 1. Crime Scene Documentation and ReConstruction 2. 3D measurements of critical evidences. 3. Blood stain pattern analysis. 4. Ballistic trajectory Analysis for identification of shooter and shooting positions. 5. Road accident investigation and analysis. 6. Fire/Arson case investigation. 7. Suspect height analysis from CCTV footage. 8. Post Blast investigations and other disaster related analysis. 9. Evidences can be scanned in 3D view to have accurate measurement between any two points. 10. The dimensions of the evidences can be accurately measured and documented even if the original evidences are misplaced for any reason. 11. The video of the crime scene can be digitally stored and documented in 3D view for any referral purposes for training and in court cases. 12. The digitally documented 3D view of the crime scene and evidences remain unaltered in the digital library of the police department almost for life time if preserved properly. 13. The evidence is available and even if IO is changed, it shall take new IO few minutes to appreciate the evidences and no misunderstanding or alterations possible.
3D Scanners Utilisation for VVIP security:
Security of VVIPs and other dignitaries in India has always been a challenging task involving high elements of risk and can prove disastrous if there is any breach in their security. The security of personalities Like the President, the Prime minister, Chief Ministers and other ministers including
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some important Government functionaries is always at stake and our security forces keep on innovating to improve upon their methodology to meet the challenges. Most of the times the conventional methods of security are very laborious and time consuming and still leave scope for improvement as 100% security is a tough target to achieve. A major subject in security planning relates to capture of a flawless imagery of the complete venue/s of VVIP visit/public meeting etc. All officers who plan the VIP security have to rely on the images and videos of the place/venue received from lower formations, which many a times do not conform to the exact view as it actually is on the ground due to human error. FARO 3D laser scanners can help create a 3D image of venue, the route to be taken by a dignitary with all its features like tall buildings, hotels, water tanks, hotels or any other vulnerable points from VIP security angle viz. all points enroute which are the concern of security team and ASL team. It can capture the whole area of VIP public meeting/ground/ venue and its surroundings to the minutest details. The ASL team with all this data in laptop (say from Trivandrum) can make all the planning along with all senior and/ or junior offices (at Headquarters in Delhi) for strategic deployment of security forces like SPG/NSG/CRPF/Local police and CID officers of different branches to effectively cover the VIP movement by pin pointing all vulnerable points well identified as being there on the spot in virtual mode. Each officer deployed for duty can enter 3D scan in cloud and virtually visit his own point of duty and get familiar with all nearby physical features, while sitting in office room in Delhi and actually being far away from the actual location of VIP visit (say in Trivandrum). This will help in: a. Preparation of view of actual site visit in virtual mode. b. Plans on a safe control room (if any) at the venue can be made. c. Planning for inner/middle circle of security rings in the venue can be well defined and deployment made accordingly.
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d. Preparing of Evacuation Plans in case of Emergency. e. Helps in briefing of police officers on all entry/exit points and giving them a view of the complete venue before they reach their place of duty. f. Sniper/armed force personnel deployment to cover maximum hostile area can be planned in more effective way. g. Improved plans for evacuation in case of accidents like fire, blast or a natural mishap/calamity by identifying all approaches/exits to the venue. h. No need of all officers to visit the venue of function since a team of two personnel is enough to scan even a big Olympic size stadium or a motorcade route on a vehicle mounted 3D scanner in a very short time. i. Routes to hospital/safe house (to be used in case of exigency) can be identified and earmarked and secured and all the concerned officers sensitized accordingly. j. Safe routes to helipad/Airport etc around the venue predefined and secured.
Pre-planning for Anti-Terrorism and Execution of counter-attacks.
India being a more than 5000 years old country has a plethora of cultural and historical building structures. However, we have only 2D maps available from PWD for buildings that too only for the buildings that came up in the last century or so. Most of Historical monuments/buildings do not even have any such records. In case of emergencies like terrorist attacks, gas explosions, fires, mishaps, natural disasters etc. it becomes a very difficult task for our forces and rescue teams to get into buildings in effective way to support the hostages. Most of the times when there have been accidents or terrorist attacks like TAJ Palace in Mumbai, lot of precious time was wasted to decide about the entry and evacuation points because forces were not having a proper layout plans/3D Scan available with them. 3D scanning of the buildings provides the forces, actual view inside the building, doors, passages, entry and exit points. 3D
scans of the buildings even help the forces in calculating what a terrorist/enemy can see from his position inside the building resulting in preparing effective action plans, safeguarding hostages, keeping least causalities. Below are few points where 3D scanning helps in such hostage taking or mishaps cases: 1. Complete view and measurements of building including entry, exit and other penetration points to the building. 2. Identification of actual point of hostage/location of hostage based on communication between terrorists and forces. 3. In planning, unobserved and discreet storming by security forces and execution of counter-terrorism plans/ measures. 4. Enables the security forces to see what a terrorist can see from his location by going to the same position in virtual reality over office laptop/desktop. 5. Helps in guiding the storming security force operatives inside the building by providing them exact location of rooms/ doors and/or other obstacles available for defence/offence or camouflage. 6. Better measurements for break-in entries through glass ceilings and/or windows. 7. Identification of suspects and suspect height measurements from CCTV footages using 3D scanning. 8. Helps in deciding CCTV positions with maximum coverage. 9. In planning security deployments, around critical infrastructures like Parliament, PM’s residence, President’s residence, Military Head Quarters,
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8. Designing counter measures for anti-terrorism operations, Sniper Deployments. 9. Simulation and creating Virtual reality models for training, mock operations and terrestrial mappings. 10. Making deliverables for equipment failures, internal investigations for military courts and intelligence. 11. Disaster planning in evacuations of nearby villages, setting up refugee camps etc.
FARO Scanners in Maritime Security: FARO scanner focus X in use by United States military for design validations of the helicopters before assembling Blades to rotors all buildings of National Importance and other security establishments and cantonments. 10. Provides actual 3D views for executing infiltration drills in Naxalite areas. 11. Can be utilised in border guarding and in designing check posts, bunkers on border areas with minimum visibility from enemy positions.
FARO Scanners in Border Security:
3 D scanners are in use by various military organizations like US Army, Air force along with other Police and Para-military organization for planning border security and internal security. India is a country with most complex borders from snow capped mountains to Deserts and a long coastal line. It becomes very tough to safeguard these borders because of the uneven and hostile terrain. It is a Herculean task to install fencing over criss-crossing rivers of Himalayas, ever shifting sand dunes of Rajasthan and Gujarat. 3D terrestrial scanners help organizations in various ways like operations in most extreme weathers like -20 to 50 degree in dust, fog. It is extremely light weight and compact design bundled with the most accurate measurements of 1mm accuracy (survey range). The scans make it possible to virtually visit and see how much camouflaged our forward posts are, how visible our bunkers are from across the border, what are the vantage points that
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need to be secured and what are the safe and effective firing positions to install our armoury. We can scan the check posts in normal times and again after a skirmish incident to capture the differences and make sure we have enough data to present it to senior formations or in International Courts because of undeniable and geo-location secured data from FARO scanner which uses inbuilt GPS and GLONASS with other sensors like barometer, compass and tilt sensor. Some of the direct applications of FARO - 3D laser Scanners for Border security include: 1. Border management, installation of surveillance equipment for optimally secured and camouflaged positions. 2. Designing check posts, Bunkers and their installation (Completely Unobserved from across the border). 3. Understanding and virtual reality analysis of the bunkers from across the border positions and to target enemy gun installations. 4. Camp and armoury location and strategic planning of camp security. 5. Tunnel design and on ground analysis for possible threats. 6. Unobserved movement planning’s from enemy military/intruders. 7. In making attack/offensive plans for hidden terrorists in border areas with available scans of the area.
FARO scanners are in use by naval/maritime industry since long starting from port building, security, infrastructure enablement till warship designing, maintenance, operations, vessel accident investigations and much more towards air borne accidents in sea and aircraft carriers. Gujarat is one of the states of India which shares a massive coastal line and it becomes more critical when we have intrusions through sea from neighbouring country. It is a well-known fact that marine investigation and maritime security is a very challenging work and unlike on land borders due to limitations and manpower capabilities in those conditions where we face issues in ship security, border management, ship collisions, post establishments and accidents. Gujarat Forensic Science University the only university dedicated for forensic Sciences and investigations with a specialized program like home land security has worked out to find the best possible solutions to secure the national waters and to help defence as well as commercial vessels including port authority for research and implementation of new technologies. Placed below are some of the objectives that can be achieved using FARO 3 D laser scanners to enhance maritime security and on-ship investigations: 1. Design and architectural studies for validation of security positioning and surveillance installations. 2. Port structure analysis, stockpile analysis for securing ores and other raw materials on ports and in-ships. 3. Investigations of big vessels and
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container carriers to ensure security and design validations. Can help in modifications and designing Aircraft carriers/warships and modifications of naval planes to endure maximum payload capacities during take offs and landings. Runway design and Virtual validation. Will strengthen and reduce offshore part repairs using 3D printing of faulty components. And will increase war machines/gun mounting positions, Sniper deployments. Off shore investigations in the ships for accidents, murders and all other crimes without stopping vessels for investigations for months. For documenting the crime scenes on ships and making revisitable 3D and Virtual reality models for analysis of blood spatter, Bullet trajectory analysis, speed analysis and crash estimations, engine failures. Port design investigations/manpower deployments & future expansion of buildings, radar installation positioning, search light & lighthouse installations etc. 3D designing and modelling of heritage ships and submarines.
The security planners can make use of this technology to enhance their ability in not only planning but also in manpower deployment, effective security measures, evacuation plans, advanced approach to a venue remotely etc.
virtual 3D walk through separately of the venue of event before arrival. • Increased safety for a VVIP ‘Protectee’, Law enforcement officers and the Public • Protective advances done more efficiently, faster, and with the ability to collect more data and plan more effectively even before arrival • It can map in 3D any accident/incident/ crime scene site for relook/analysis later and Presenting the live scene to courts Besides Police and security forces the FARO - 3D scanners have immense utility for other Government Departments and Private Companies like: • Railways can use for multiple purposes. • Architects can use for their Infrastructural projects. • For bigger infrastructural projects like bridges • For defence/Armament industry • Big Manufacturing Industries • For critical spare parts • For restoration and recording heritage buildings. • Aeronautic and Space Agencies • Power Generation Plants • Critical Infrastructure like Dams • Oil rigs • Metro lines • Airports • Seaport Decks • Hotel Industry • Bunker installations
• Border road measurement and designing • CCTV and vantage point analysis and many more.
Some of the features of FARO 3D scanners include-
Accuracy: The focus now captures environments with increased accuracy regarding distance, dualaxis compensator and angular measurement. Temperature: Extended Temperature Range allows scanning in challenging environments take your focuss in the desert area or run a project in Antarctica. It can operate in temperature as low as -200 and as high as up to 550C. On site compensation With the on-site compensation functionality users can verify and adjust the Focuss Compensation on-site, ensuring the high quality scan data. IR Rating-class 54 With the sealed design, the focuss is certified with the industry standard Ingress protection (IP) Rating and classified in Class 54 against environmental influences. HDR Photo overlay The HDR camera captures detailed imaginary easily while providing a natural colour overlay on the scanned data captured
Some of the tasks the 3D scanners can perform for police forces Include —
• Can be deployed on a vehicle, Drone or robot, helpful for creating 3D models of Critical infrastructures for Anti-Terrorism Drills • Can be utilized in VVIP Security Planning • Can be used for Emergency evacuation plans • It produces a virtual walkthrough of the entire event to include the airport, Motorcade route and event site/s. • Advance teams can send data to every member at different locations to take a
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FARO Scanners in use by Air-force for validations and structural designing of weapon hosting
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Post Blast Investigations of a military installation for the analysis of impact studies. under extreme brightness Gradients. Accessory Bay: With this future-proof interface users can connect additional accessories to the scanner, which offers an option for user specific customization. Compact and Portable: The Focus Laser scanners measure at 230 X 183 X 103mm and weigh at 4.2kg making it the smallest and most lightweight scanners available in the market. The devices are
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• Scanning in challenging environments while providing protection from dust, debris and wafer splashes. • Confident and Documented data quality by traceable vendor calibration and market leading the on-site compensation. • Reality-like scan data by increased distance accuracy and angular accuracy. • Future-Proof investment and expandability due to the integrated accessory bay. • Easy handling of scanner control through its large and luminous touch screen. • Minimum training effort is ensured by the intuitive and easy to operate touch-screen interfaces as well as hands-on online tutorials. • It captures real world information into the digital world to deliver information used to analyse, collaboration and execute better decisions to improve and maintain the overall projects and product quality. • Efficient integration into existing software
infrastructures and workflows are ensured by interfaces and workflows are ensured by interfaces into various standard CAD systems. Coming back to India taking strides in technology, India also needs to make its laws compatible with the times and technology. In India, the discussion on making videos of crimes making cognizable by courts has begun only recently. The introduction of 3D laser scanner would further enhance the process of legal jurisprudence and start a discussion on making the 3D laser scans cognizable would need to be taken up sooner than expected. The 3D scanners by FARO once introduced to Indian police forces of different states shall bring about a revolutionary change in the methodology of policing and saving immense precious time in case of crime scene investigations, accident sites on highways, security planning and diligent deployment of police personal on roads, during VIP security, Natural calamities & disaster management besides many other usages. This shall indeed help in improving the image of our security forces once their competence enhances.
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Benefits of Modern Surveillance Systems for Retailers
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ith theft rates touching the peak, Retail sector is one of the most prone targets. The advancement in technology has resulted in evolved methods of carrying out crimes. In addition to this, outdated security systems leave no legitimate way for retailers to track the events taking place and getting real-time notifications about the same. Under such circumstances, the chances of mishaps like shoplifting expand manifolds. Further, the possibilities of life threatening episodes of smash-and-grab make the retailers as well as the customers vulnerable and put them in immediate danger. Talking of Video Surveillance systems bring IP Cameras to our attention almost immediately. The fact that cameras are the most vital part of a security strategy is beyond doubt. Therefore, it becomes critical to deploy cameras that are well suited with the customer’s application and gives up to the mark performance. A good IP Camera has a wide field of view, latest compression technology (H.265) to save bandwidth and is able to balance dark and bright areas in an image efficiently (True WDR). On the brighter side, security strategies are also being enhanced. There are various Intelligent Video Analytics that are now a part of most of the modern Video Surveillance security systems. These analytics can help in:
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1. Quick Response to Theft: Securing the infrastructure is very important for a retailer. Therefore, when it comes to the security of infrastructure, retailers worry the most about getting delayed notifications or getting notified after the mishap. Without timely notifications and alerts, the chances of preventing a burglary decrease drastically. Due to this, real-time notifications are crucial. To combat this problem, many Video Surveillance systems, including Matrix solutions, provide real-time notifications through various means like SMS, Emails, Video pop-ups and Calling from Mobile Application. Moreover, remote monitoring is also possible with these systems including, the preparedness for sending remote notifications, like TCP, with bandwidth as low as 5kbps. 2. Increasing Profit: Being in the retail industry, retailers can make use of analytics such as Missing Object Detection and Intrusion Alert, which can instantly notify them about events of shoplifting and smash-and-grab respectively. This will quickly sanction remedy actions and limit the loss. Using Crowd Management Module can give retailers a detailed analysis of peak hours, and hence, their deployment of staff to assist better service to customers can be planned accordingly.
3. Improved Management: There are Video Management Software available in the market, like Matrix SATATYA SAMAS, that have features like People Counting for occupancy control. By managing the crowd during peak hours and otherwise, the scope of crime dwindles. Moreover, with analytics such as Loitering, one can keep unusual strings on motion in check around the storehouse. Also, Integration with POS enables systematic outflow of the crowd, for example, increasing the number of cash counters while the rush is high. Retailers must look for a solution that can be integrated with the other systems present in an organization such as Access Control, Boom Barrier, etc. This will give scope to centralized monitoring and encourage simultaneous working of all security systems. However, there are still some weak areas that technology needs to work on. For example, to make notifications more effective, industries now need an automated system which possess multi-stage verification. This is because many a times a lot of false notification and alerts dampen the efficiency of security personnel. Further, to put the analytics into proper use, a retailer must be aware of their industry specific requirements and should know how these analytics can help them in fulfilling the same.
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Understanding Intrinsically Safe Fire Detection What is Intrinsic Safety? • For an electrical product to be ‘Intrinsically Safe’ it must be incapable of igniting an explosive atmosphere by either spark or heat. • This is achieved by ensuring only low currents and voltages enter the hazardous area, and therefore the whole circuit must be considered, not just the device in isolation. • An ‘Intrinsically Safe Circuit’ therefore must restrict the electrical and thermal energy such that ignition of a hazardous atmosphere (explosive gas or dust) cannot occur.
Understanding Hazardous Areas The Dangerous Substances and Explosive Atmospheres Regulations 2002 (DSEAR), defines a hazardous area as: “…any place in which an explosive atmosphere may occur in quantities such as to require special precautions to protect the safety of workers.” EN60079-10-1 explains that Hazardous areas can be classified into zones based on the amount of time explosive gases, vapours and mists can be found in the atmosphere; ZONE 0: An area in which an explosive gas atmosphere is present continuously or for long period
There is also zone classification for combustible dust: ZONE 20: A place in which an explosive atmosphere in the form of a cloud of combustible dust in air is present continuously, or for long periods or frequently. ZONE 21: A place in which an explosive atmosphere in the form of a cloud of combustible dust in air is likely to occur in normal operation occasionally. ZONE 22: A place in which an explosive atmosphere in the form of a cloud of combustible dust in air is not likely to occur in normal operation but, if it does occur, will persist for a short period only.
Intrinsically Safe Device Categories When selecting an intrinsically safe device, installers must ensure that the product has the appropriate certification for the zone required. Equipment categories are different to zones; please refer to how the zones and categories correspond below: ZONE 0 or ZONE 20 = Category 1 equipment
ZONE 2: An area in which an explosive gas atmosphere is not likely to occur in normal operation and, if it occurs, will only exist for a short time.
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The differences between a standard device and an Intrinsically Safe device Aesthetically, the shape and size of an intrinsically safe smoke detector, heat detector or multi sensor can be very similar to standard devices, however, you will notice additional warning information and zone information printed on an intrinsically safe device. You might find that some devices are non-pulsing, meaning that the LED will not flash when polled. This is primarily because an intrinsically safe device needs to operate at lower voltage than a standard device in order to eliminate any possibility of igniting the explosive atmosphere. It is important that there is no chance of ignition in normal operation or in fault conditions. The low power levels also mean that there is no chance of receiving an electric shock due to excess thermal energy and arcing. And remember, when installing an intrinsically safe device, it is crucial that an intrinsically safe mounting base is used.
ZONE 1 or ZONE 21 = Category 2 equipment ZONE 2 or ZONE 22 = Category 3 equipment
ZONE 1: An area in which an explosive gas atmosphere is likely to occur in normal operation
1E-IS are certified for use in Category 1. This means they are suitable for zones 0, 1, 2, 20, 21 and 22.
Please note: • Category 1 equipment is also suitable for zones 1, 2, 20 and 22. • Category 2 equipment is also suitable for zones 2 and 22. For example, Hochiki’s SLR-E-IS and DCD-
The difference between flame proof and intrinsically safe Flameproof Flameproof equipment must be contained in a box strong enough to contain an internal explosion without damage to the box or transmittance outside of the box. The surface must also remain cool enough, not to be able to ignite the explosive atmosphere. In addition, when flameproof equipment is
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interconnected, flame proof wiring must be used. Flameproof wiring is acceptable if high power is unavoidable, however it is not acceptable to use this method in zone 0 hazardous areas.
Intrinsically Safe Intrinsically safe devices operate at much lower power; even the quiescent current is much lower. This therefore means that, depending on the certification, an intrinsically safe device can be used in all classifications of hazardous area. Barriers and Modules We have established that standard devices cannot be used in hazardous areas as there is a risk of ignition; therefore, low current intrinsically safe devices must be used instead. Of course, buildings do not tend to be completely hazardous; they will have safe areas that require standard devices and hazardous areas that require intrinsically safe devices. Therefore, an intrinsically safe compatible module is designed to interface between the two. Some modules also provide line moni-
toring for open or short circuits on the wiring connected to both the safe & hazardous areas. It is important to note that a module does not reduce the current in any way, a module is simply used to interface between standard devices and intrinsically safe devices. This means that you must also use an intrinsically safe barrier; it is the barrier that reduces the power that enters the hazardous area. Both the module and the barrier must therefore be installed in the safe area.
SIL Approved Products It is important to note that SIL approved products are not the same as Intrinsically Safe Products. SIL approved products are for use in high risk industries, Intrinsically Safe products are for use in classified hazardous areas. However, you may find that some manufacturers, such as Hochiki, offer products that have both SIL and IS certification. SIL is the acronym for ‘Safety Integrity Level’. This is a system used to quantify and qualify the requirements for safety instrumented systems. There are four different SIL levels; SIL1, SIL2, SIL3 and SIL4. The international Electro-Technical Commission (IEC)
introduced the following industry standards to assist operators with quantifying the safety performance requirements for hazardous operations: • IEC 61508 Functional Safety of Electrical/ Electronic/ Programmable Electronic Safety-Related Systems • IEC 61511 Safety Instrumented Systems for the Process Industry Sector These standards have been widely adopted in the hydrocarbon, oil and gas, petrochemical, transport and process controlled industries as a means of improving safety and availability of Safety Instrumented Systems. As such, these industries are increasingly specifying the requirement for SIL approved fire detection equipment.
Compliance There are a number of Intrinsically Safe fire detection products on the market. To remain legally compliant, please ensure that the products you select have been certified under the following directives: • EU 305/2011 • ATEX Directive 94/9/EC* • IECEx.
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CASE STUDY
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Matrix Unites with Southco for an Exemplary Data Centre Security Solution
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atrix - A Pioneer in Security solution opportunely joins hands with Southco - A Trusted Global Leader in Engineered Touch Point Solutions, to offer a complete security solution. This solution is engineered to resolve all security concerns of Data Centres. The solution strengthens security of the data racks user-wise and rack-wise using biometric technology. Matrix biometric terminal triggers the Southco electronic lock to unlock for a pre-defined time interval. Moreover, it even notifies the administrator in case of realtime abnormalities. Matrix Access Control solution is a comprehensive and flexible access control solution by which data racks are biometrically secured with records of every access along with its duration. Only authorized person can get access of specific rack for the stipulated time using biometric verification. Southco’s Electronic Locking solution features an efficient microprocessor controlled gear motor design that ensures minimal power consumption and provides intelligent
locking and monitoring capabilities. Hence, the amalgamation of these splendid solutions results in extraordinary and vastly beneficial end customer solution. “Such an amalgamation of comprehensive access control strategies with perceptive electronic locking mechanism will rectify the security glitches at Data Centres. The solution is designed explicitly, whereby security and safety at the Data Centres is not compromised. This association renders and resolves all security challenges faced by Data Centres related to controlling access�, says Jatin Desai, Marketing Manager - Access Control and Time-Attendance.
About Matrix Established in 1991, Matrix is a leader in Telecom and Security solutions for modern businesses and enterprises. Matrix, an innovative, technology driven and customer focused organization, is committed to keep pace with the revolutions in the telecom and security industries. With more than 40% of its human resources dedicated to the
development of new products, Matrix has launched cutting-edge products like IP-PBX, Universal Gateways, VoIP Gateways and Terminals, GSM Gateways, Access Control, Time-Attendance and Video Surveillance solutions. These solutions are feature-rich, reliable and conform to the international standards. Having global footprints in Asia, Europe, North America, South America and Africa through an extensive network of more than 1000 channel partners, Matrix ensures that the products serve the needs of its customers faster and longer. Matrix has gained trust and admiration of customers representing the entire spectrum of industries. Matrix has won many international awards for its innovative products.
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CASE STUDY
Stop at a dizzying height A permanent lift brings service technology materials almost to the very top of the highest building in the world - the Burj Khalifa in Dubai: the stop is at a height of 611 m. The service lift from Pega’s “Industrial Lift” range is fitted with Schmersal lift switchgear equipment.
T At 828 m Burj Khalifa in Dubai is the highest building in the world.
he Eiffel Tower is 300 m high, Cologne Cathedral 117 m and the Empire State Building 380 m. Burj Khalifa in Dubai towers over them all and at 828 m is the highest building in the world. The other superlatives of the building include the highest number of usable floors (163), the highest viewing platform in the world (555.7 m) and the highest restaurant (122nd floor). The service lift sets more world records, bringing material and personnel to heights greater than 600 m to this day. It was built by the Czech company Pega Hoist, which also supplied numerous temporary super high speed construction lifts for Burj Khalifa. Four Pega double lifts did the basic work in transporting personnel and material for the first 400 m during construction. Lifts with speed regulated drives were used for this purpose, permitting speeds of up to 100 m/min at full load. A number of additional smaller Pega construction lifts were implemented several times as construction progressed.
Sturdy switchgear These temporary construction lift types were dismantled after the Burj Khalifa had been completed. But a permanent Pega service lift, whose stop is 611 m high, is still in operation. Here Pega installed a series IL 1012 industrial rackand-pinion lift. This upper lift station provides personnel with access to the technical section of Burj Khalifa above it. The machine cabin with the drive unit moves constantly with the lift roof: it is installed outside merely under glass and as a result is exposed to extreme conditions and the tower’s own movement, which in strong winds sways up to 1.5 m.
Position switches and door locks Like the construction lifts, Pega’s permanent lift is driven precisely and efficiently by speed variable drives. A programmable control creates the condition for standard
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Schmersal AV20 switchgear is responsible for locking the doors of the permanent lift at a height of over 600 m.
compatible adjustment to individual deployment conditions. All Pega lift series are fitted serially with Schmersal lift switchgear. As system provider Schmersal has a complete range of lift switchgear in its portfolio. In lift type IL 1012 Schmersal series TVH335 position switches with safety function take care of upper and lower operational shutdown. It was developed for reliable use in a rough environment, as the sturdy metal housing suggests. Thanks to the wide range of operating elements that can deployed 4 x 90°, they can be adjusted flexibly to any application. Schmersal AV20 switchgear is responsible for locking the doors of the permanent lift at a height of over 600 m. Its special characteristic is the magnetic mode of operation for preventing accidental opening, which guarantees a high degree of safety and ensures the functionality of the door lock even given wide door leaf tolerances. The wide operating range of the magnets permits fast, easy installation and permanent, adjustment-free use. In addition, in the IL series – and as a result also in Burj Khalifa – series 236 position switches with safety function are used in the clamp brake. A TZ 422 switchgear device monitors the upper and lower emergency stop function of the car. The permanent lift and Schmersal lift switchgear have been in use in Burj Khalifa for eight years – and have proven their worth under demanding conditions. The climate alternates between great heat by day and cool nights. The humidity is high and due to the proximity to the coast, the salty air is also highly corrosive. This is not just a great challenge for steel structures, but also for all electrical & control components.
The upper lift station is exposed to extreme conditions and provides access to the technical sector.
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PRODUCT INDEX | A Access Control System
7, 31, 63
Flame Retardant Chemicals
39
Flexible Droppers
23
Alarm Valve
23
Flexible Hoses & Sprinklers
21
Attendance Management System
31
Foam / Water Monitors
41
Audio/ Video System
63
Foam Concentrates
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Automatic Doors
59
Foam Equipment
Inside Back Cover
Automatic Fire Protection
21
Foam Nursers
Automatic Fire Tubing System
23
Automation Products
57
Gas Based Fire Suppression Flooding System
Automobile Cable
35
Gas Detection Systems
B Back Pack Water Mist Bending Machines
41
Rubber Fire Hoses
19
63
Safety Glasses
G
S 45, 67
Gate Valves
23
71
Guard Tours
31
35
Bump Cap
41 88
41
Building Wire
27, 33
C
41
Respirators
53
59, 63
Mounted) Rescue Tools
Gas Leak Detectors
Boom Barriers
R Recovery Break Down Vans (Chassis / Trailer
H Hard Drive
Front Gatefold
Safety Gloves
33
Safety Harness
25
Safety Helmet
25
Safety Jackets
33
88
Safety Net
Hearing Protection
88
Safety Shoes
CCTV Surveillance System
63
Heat Detectors
23
39
Hi Flex Battery Cable
35
CO2 cum DCP cum Foam Tenders
41
High Medium Velocity Water Spray System
Communication Cable
35
& Foam System
Composite Coble
35
Consumables
57
Contract Workmen Control Cable
25, 27, 33, 61
Safety Goggles
Head Protection
Clean Agent Fire Extinguisher
27
88 9, 25, 27, 88
Safety Signages Safety Training Kiosk
37
63
Security Bollards
59
High Pressure Fire Fighting Modules
41
Skids
High Voltage Insulating Matt
65
Sliding Gates
59
31
Hose Coupling
23
35
Hose Reel
23
Smoke Dectector
23
Hydrant Valve
23
Solar Application Cable
35
Spinklers
23
Spot Flooding System with Fire Detect Tubing
63
D
I
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Data Signal Cables
35
DCP Trollies
41
Instrumentation Cable
35
Deluge Valve
23
Integrated Building Management System
63
Sprinklers
Double Door Hose Boxes
19
IP CCTV
31
Submersible Cable
Drag Servo & Variable Flexible Data Cable
35
IT Infrastructure & EPABX
63
Dry Chemical Powders
39
Dust Supression Chemicals
39
Jet Shut of Nozzle
25
Kitchen Fire Extinguisher
E Ear Plugs
27, 33
Earthing Electrodes
69
Elevator Cable
35
Emergency Light & LED cum Solar Lighting Post/ Towers
63
Emergency Rescue Tender
41
Emergency Signage’s/Plans
63
Enclosures & Stands
21
Evacuation Signage’s/Plans
63
F Fall Protection
88
Fire Alarm Cables
35
Fire Detection & Alarm System Fire Detection Systems Fire Doors Fire Extinguishers
J 19
K
Ear Defender
23
63 17, 45 63 21, 23
39
L
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T Thermal Imaging Cameras
15
Thermoplastic Fire Hoses
19
Time-Attendance Solutions
31
LCV Mounted Small Fire Tenders
41
Led Emergency Battery Back-Up
11
Turnstiles
88
U
Lockout / Tagout
75, 87
M Mobile Foam Units
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Modbus, Profibus, Foundation Field Bus Monitors Multicore Cable
35
Inside Back Cover 35 23
O Oil Spill Dispersants
39
Oil Tankers
41
Oxy-Fuel CNC Cutting Machines
57
41 63
UL listed Fire Extinguishers
39
Uniniyvin Cables
35
V Valves
Inside Back Cover
Video Intercom
Back Page
Video Surveillance
N Nozzels
7
Timely Alerts Trailor Fire Pumps
Load Arresters
35
5
Visitor Access
31
W Warehousing Solutions
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Water Bowsers
41
Fire Fighting Foams
39
Fire Fighting Hoses
13
Fire Fighting Trucks
41
PA & Voice Evacuation System
63
Water Mist System (Hydrant & Sprinkler)
Fire Fiqhting Motorcycle BMW-R 1200RT
41
Passive Fire Protection Systems
63
Water Spray Nozzles
Fire Hose Reel
19
Plasma CNC Cutting Machines
57
Welding Cable
Fire Hydrant & Sprinkler System
63
Portable Fire Pumps
41
Fire Hydrant Modules
21
Pre-Action Systems
Welding Equipments
57
29
Project Engineering Solutions
57
Wetting Agents
39
Protective Eyeware
88
Fire Pump Controllers Fire Pumps
29, 55
Water Cannons
P
Inside Back Cover
41 39, 63
Inside Back Cover 35
Fire Survival Cables
35
Pump Driven Unit-Petrol Pump
41
50Lts.Mobile Unit
41
Fix and Portable Type Fire Extinguisher
63
Pumps for Fire Trucks
49
600Ltr.Tank with Pump Driven Unit
41
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| AD INDEX
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ADOR WELDING LIMITED
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COMPANY NAME
PG. NO.
GODSON BENDING SYSTEMS PVT. LTD.
71
GUNNEBO INDIA PVT. LTD.
COMPANY NAME
PG. NO.
P PATTERSON PUMP CO.
55
PROLITE AUTOGLO LIMITED
11
21
H R
BFT AUTOMATION SYSTEMS PRIVATE LIMITED
59
C
HD FIRE PROTECT PVT. LTD.
HOCHIKI
CHHATARIYA RUBBER & CHEMICAL INDUSTRIES
13
D
DAHUA TECHNOLOGY
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17
RAMANA SAFETY AND SYSTEMS (I) PVT. LTD.
63
REALTY AUTOMATION & SECURITY SYSTEMS PVT. LTD.
53
REDHERRING PLAST INDIA PVT. LTD.
19
RMG POLYVINYL INDIA LTD.
65
RR KABEL LIMITED
35
K KARAM INDUSTRIES
88
KRM CORPORATION
87
KUSAM ELECTRICAL INDUSTRIES LTD.
E
Inside Back Cover
67
S
E-SQUARE ALLIANCE PVT. LTD.
75
EURO SAFETY FOOTWEAR (I) PVT. LTD.
33
L LIBERTY SHOES LTD.
9
LUBI INDUSTRIES LLP
29
F
SAFEX FIRE SERVICES LTD.
23
SCRUM SYSTEM
37
SEAGATE
Front Gatefold
SECURITY AND FIRE EXPO - 2018
47
SECUTECH INDIA - 2018
73
SOLUS SECURITY SYSTEMS PVT. LTD.
31
M FIRE SAFETY DEVICES PVT. LTD.
39
FIREFLY FIRE PUMPS PVT. LTD.
49
FLIR SYSTEMS INDIA PVT. LTD.
15
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GALAXY EARTHING ELECTRODES (P) LTD.
MALLCOM (INDIA) LTD.
25, 27
MARVEL GLOVES INDUSTRIES
61
MATRIX SECURITY SOLUTIONS
MIRCOM FIRE & COMMUNICATIONS INDIA PVT. LTD.
5, 7
U 45 UNITED MANUFACTURING CO.
O GATI LIMITED
86
41
69
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