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white papers / feature article

Remote Temperature Monitoring

Video Surveillance & Storage

Lens Selection for Video Surveillance Systems

Cloud Video Surveillance for Construction Sites

Safety Interlocking in Extreme Environments

Security Integration Moves Beyond PSIM

National Roundup • Peregrine Manned Security Services 23 • CP Plus Secures CONCOR

28 IHS Rates CP PLUS as No.1 29 Reliance Relies on Apollo Fire

25 Videonetics Awarded by SECONA

30 ISS Launches iSattva

26 Dahua’s New HDCVI Lite Series

31 COM-SUR Standardised Incident Reports

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• JVC Professional LCD Monitors

52 Grundig’s Ultra-HD Fisheye Camera

• Axis Zipstream Technology

45 HGH Unveils the SPYNEL – M 46 Sony’s e-Varifocal Technology 47

• KBC New ThruLink • Honeywell New IP NVR Line

55 Advanced Launches Lux Intelligent

• Dallmeier Mobile Video Center

56 exacq VideoPush Solution

• OPTEX New SL Series Beams

50 Suprema Biometric T&A 51

• Transcend JetFlash Drive

54 Next-generation MobileCamViewer App

48 VIVOTEK’s Four New Cameras 49

• Talkaphone New Video Door Station

• Senstar’s Enhanced Flexzone™ • QNAP TS-451U Turbo NAS

• Altronix eFlow Charger

58 E2S D2x Horn Sounder

• Pelco Evolution Mini 360° Camera

59 Xtralis® ADPRO® XOa™ 3

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Remote Temperature Monitoring 1. Introduction

Axis temperature alarm cameras make it possible to monitor the temperature of an object or an industrial process so that it does not rise above or fall below a certain temperature limit, in order to prevent damage, failure, fire or other hazards. Unlike ordinary temperature sensors that only measure at one specific point, Axis temperature alarm cameras can be used for remotely monitored surveillance, giving visually conformation of events at the monitored scene.

Thermal Imaging with Unique Capabilities

2. Thermal imaging

Thermal imaging is becoming increasingly more available as new sensors, new materials and improved calibration make thermal cameras more affordable, reliable and versatile. Thermal cameras can be found in such diverse industries as the aircraft and shipping industry, within security and surveillance, and also By Sudhindra Holla – Country Manager, Axis Communications, India and SAARC in public services such as firefighting and law enforcement. See Section 5, Useful links, ‘Some like it hot – Thermal cameras in surveillance’, for more information on thermal imaging.found in such diverse industries as the thermal or infrared radiation. This kind xis temperature alarm cameras aircraft and shipping industry, within se- of radiation is not visible to the human 2.1to monitor Thermalthe radiation curity wavelengths and surveillance, and also in pub- eye; however a different type of sensor make it possible lic services such when as firefighting and islaw technology allowsobjects. the camera to visualtemperature of an object or an industrialimages Traditional are produced visible light reflected off different The wavelength range of visible light is approximately 0.38–0.78 μm. Thermal cameras, on the other hand, are designed ize the thermal image in the visual specprocess so that it does not rise above or enforcement. to detect radiation with greater wavelengths, that is called thermal or infrared radiation. This kind of trum. fall below a certain temperature limit, in radiation is not visible to the human eye, however a different type of sensor technology allows the The infrared spectral region is diorder to prevent damage, failure, fire or Thermal radiation camera to visualize the thermal image in the visual spectrum. vided into several sub regions. Infraother hazards. wavelengths radiation light light with with wavelengths of Unlike ordinary temperature sen- spectral raditional images produced The infrared region is divided into are several subregions.red Infrared radiation wavelengths of approximately 0.75–1.4 μm, which is just beyond visible light, is called near-infrared light (NIR). sors that only measure at one specific when visible light is reflected off approximately 0.75-1.4 μm, which is Short-wavelength infrared (SWIR)The radiation has arange wavelength of 1.4–3 μm, light, and mid-wavelength just beyond visible is called nearpoint, Axis temperature alarm cameras different objects. wavelength infrared (MWIR) radiation 3–5 μm. The longest wavelength subregions are long-wavelength infrared can be used for remotely monitored sur- of visible light is approximately 0.38– infrared light (NIR). Short-wavelength (LWIR) radiation with 8–15 μm and far-infrared (FIR) radiation with a wavelength of 15–1,000 μm. Axis infrared (SWIR) radiation hasilluminators a waveveillance, giving visual conformation of 0.78 μm. cameras, denoted on the other thermal cameras work in Thermal what is normally as the LWIR region, whereas Axis IR length of 1.4-3and μm,not andtogether mid-wavelength events at the monitored scene. areAxis designed to detectareradiation work in the NIRhand, region. IR illuminators used for visual cameras, with Axis with greater wavelengths, that is called infrared (MWIR) radiation 3-5 μm. thermal cameras.

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(0.6 or lower) dependent on their surface ted temperature. Axis temperature alarm Radiometry finish – the shinier the surface is, the cameras use a range of default color pallower the emissivity will be. above absoluteettes 2). (0 K or 273 °C or 459 °F), emit All objects with a temperature zero,(see thatFigure is 0 Kelvin infrared radiation. Even cold objects, such as ice, emit infrared radiation longsoas their temperature is Thermal radiation that is not abThe intense colors asare called above -273 °C. The hotter an object is, the more thermal radiation it will emit. The greater the temperasorbed by a material will be reflected. pseudo-colors, which means that they are ture difference between an object and its surroundings, the clearer the thermal images will be. However, The higher the energy is,not theonly not real-life but created digitally. the contrast of areflected thermal image does depend on thecolors temperature, but also on the emissivity of higher the risk of misinterpreted meas- Thermal images are generally produced the object. urement results will be. To avoid errone- in black and white and then color palous readings it is important to select the ettes are used to emphasize temperature Emissivity and reflection measurement angle of the camera so that differences. The human eye is better at The emissivity of a material is a measure its ability to absorb and emit radiantshades thermal energy. The reflections are (e) minimized. Generally, if of distinguishing between different emissivity is highly dependent on material properties, such as thermal conductivity, which is a measure aofmaterial likeconducts a mirror in All theradiation of color than between greymust scaleeventually colors. be emitted Radiometry how wellbehaves a material heat. absorbed by a surface spectrum, it generally behaves Thus with the color palettes, temperall objects with a temperature above visual from that surface. absolute zero, that is 0 Kelvin (0 like a mirror in the LWIR region as well. ture differences are made clearer. The All materials have an emissivity between 0 and 1. A so called ‘black body’ absorbs all incident radiation a material may be difficult to moni- topmost point of the palettes in Figure K or -273° C or -459° F), emit infrared Such and has an e=1, whereas a more reflective material has a lower e. Most materials, such as wood, as the temperature may be in- have 2 represents the highest temperatures in LWIR region. radiation. Even cold objects such as ice, tor concrete, stone, humanreading skin and vegetation, high emissivities (0.9 or higher) in the by other objects reflected the scenes. emit infrared radiation as long as their fluenced Most metals on the other hand, haveina the low emissivity (0.6 or lower) dependent on their surface finish– the shinier object. the surface is, the lower the emissivity will be. temperature is above -273° C. The hotter monitored In general, Axis temperature alarm Axis temperature alarm an object is, the more thermal radiation Thermal radiation that is not absorbed by a material will be reflected. The higher the reflected energy is, work with objects with a cameras it will emit. The greater the temperature cameras the higher the best risk of misinterpreted measurement results will be. To avoid erroneous readings it is emissivity (above 0.9), but objects difference between an object and its sur- high oth Axis cameras Axis Generally, important to select the measurement angle of the camera so thermal that reflections areand minimized. if a material like(above a mirror0.5) in the visual spectrum, it generally behaves like a mirror a lower behaves emissivity may roundings, the clearer the thermal im- with temperature alarm cameras are in the LWIR region as well. Such a material may be difficult to monitor as the temperature reading may be influenced ages will be. However, the contrast of a be considered, if the measurement set up based on thermal imaging and use the by other objects reflected in the monitored object. thermal image does not only depend on is carefully chosen. same sensor technology. Axis thermal the temperature, but also on the emissivcameras are used In general, Axis temperature alarm cameras work best with objectsmainly with a for highdetection. emissivity (above 0.9), but objects with a lower emissivity (above 0.5) may be considered, if the measurement setup is ity of the object. Axis temperature alarm cameras are Color palettes carefully chosen. xis temperature alarm cameras used for remote temperature monitoring measure radiant energy and con- with the possibility to set temperature Emissivity and reflection thispalettes energy measurement to temper- alarms, but can also be used for deteche emissivity (e) of a material is2.4 a vert Color tion. energy and convert this energy measurement to This waycameras light measuremeasure of its ability to absorb and ature Axis readings. temperature alarm measure radiant give corresponding temperature emit radiant thermal energy. The emis- ments temperature readings. This way light measurements give corresponding temperature readings and every sensor pixel a small thermometer the emitted temperature. Axis temperature alarm and works every as sensor pixel works as reading sivity is highly dependent on material readings Camera characteristics cameras use a range of default color palettes, see Figure 2. properties, such as thermal conductivity, a small thermometer reading the emitith a selection of different lenswhich is a measure of how well a materies, the detection performance al conducts heat. All radiation absorbed of a temperature alarm camera can be by a surface must eventually be emitted optimized to meet most application refrom that surface. quirements. A lens with a shorter focal All materials have an emissivity belength can be used for a wider field of tween 0 and 1. A so called ‘black body’ view, whereas a lens with a longer focal absorbs all incident radiation and has an length can be used to monitor an object e=1, whereas a more reflective material at a greater distance. has a lower e. Most materials, such as wood, concrete, stone, human skin and Accuracy vegetation, have high emissivities (0.9 or he measurement accuracy of a temhigher) in the LWIR region. Most metals perature alarm camera depends on Figure 2: Examples of color palettes in Axis on the other hand, have a low emissivity the situation at hand. To get maximum Figure 2:temperature Examples of color in Axis temperature alarm cameras. alarmpalettes cameras The longest wavelength sub regions are 2.2 long-wavelength infrared (LWIR) radiation with 8-15 μm and far-infrared (FIR) radiation with a wavelength of 15-1,000 μm. Axis thermal cameras work in what is normally denoted as the LWIR region, whereas Axis IR illuminators work in the NIR region. Axis IR illuminators are used for visual cameras, and not together 2.3 with Axis thermal cameras.

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white Bothpaper Axis thermal cameras and Axis temperature alarm cameras are based on thermal imaging and use the same sensor technology. Axis thermal cameras are used mainly for detection. Axis temperature alarm cameras are used for remote temperature monitoring with the possibility to set temperature alarms, but can also be used for detection.

The isothermal palettes have limits called Upper, Middle temperature ranges start, see Figure 6. Lower denotes th palette will start. Middle and Upper denote the start of th

Figure 3: To the left an image from an Axis network camera, in the middle an image from an

Figure 3: To the left an image from an Axis network camera, in the middle an image from an Axis thermal camera, and Axis thermal camera, and to the right an image from an Axis temperature alarm camera to the right an image from an Axis temperature alarm camera.

performance from such a camera, the gered. The user can also restrict how fast conditions must be closely a temperature may change. If the tem3.1 measurement Camera characteristics perature ofincreases or decreases considered. Factors such as the thedetection mate- performance With a selection of different lenses, a temperature alarm camertoo rapFigure 6: The Lower, Middle and a can be optimized to meet most application requirements. A lens with a shorter focalislength can be The isothermal triggered. rial of the object and its distance to the idly, the temperature alarm palettes have limits called Upper, Middle and Lower that define wher limits of an isothermal palette used for a wider field of view, whereas a lens with a longer focal length can be used to monitor an object temperature Upper ranges start, see Figure 6. Lower denotes the temperature where the colo camera must be observed, as well as the palette will start. Middle and Upper denote the start of these temperatures ranges. at a greater distance. Figure 4: The temperature the temperature of theof gases expelled. Upper denote the start these temperaangles and surroundings of the camera. Isothermal palettescan be used to control Figure 6. The Lower, Middle and Upper limits of an isothermal pal As mentioned in Section 1.3, Emissivity sothermal imaging makes it possible tures ranges. 3.2 Accuracy Isothermal palettes are used to and reflection, reflections and material 3.4 toIsothermal configure highlighted temperature Isothermal palettes are used only only to highlight specific temp palettes The measurement accuracy of a temperature alarm camera depends on the situation at hand. To get example, the Lower limit is set at a temperature that is properties may influence readings. How spans in conditions the image. makes it eas- highlight specific temperatures as a vismaximum performance from such a camera, the measurement mustThis be closely considered. Isothermal imaging makes it possible to configure highlighted temperature-spans in the image.al above it will stand out. In the event of a temperature Factorsthe such as the material of the object and its distance the camerawhat must be observed, wellthe as ual aid for an operator. If, for example, well emissivity is known is crucial ier totointerpret takes placeas in makes it easier to interpret takes place in the temperature cameras make whether thescene. alarmAxis is false, since thealarm isothermal image w the angles and surroundings of the camera. As mentioned in Section 1.3, Emissivity and what reflection, the Lower limit is set at a temperature to the accuracy of the measurement. In scene.How Axis temperature alarm cameras reflections and material properties may influence readings.possible well through the emissivity is known palettes is crucial where, isothermal unlike else traditional color palettes, temperature can be something that triggered the alarm. is critical for a certain object, all color ranges, so general, a lower will give aa lower make possible through to the accuracy of theemissivity measurement. In general, emissivity will giveare a lower degree Thethis palettes fixed, but isothermal itofisaccuracy. possible tothat adjust the temperatures for the different Accuracy may also be reduced by poor weather conditions, such as fog, snow and rain. lower degree of accuracy. Accuracy may palettes where, unlike traditional a critical temperature will standcolor out. temperatures above it will stand out. In also be reduced by poor weather condi- palettes, temperature can be set. The pal- the event of a temperature alarm, the op3.3 tions, Temperature erator will rapidly be able to see whether such asand fog,alarms snow and rain. Figure 6. The Lower, Middle and Upper limits of an isothermal palette. Axis temperature alarm cameras feature several unique capabilities. The main feature is of course the the alarm is false, since the isothermal possibility to set temperature alarms. There are two different kinds of alarms. The user can set up an Isothermal palettes are used only to highlight specific temperatures as a visual aid for an imagethe will show it was the Temperature and alarms Lower limit iswhether set at a temperature that critiis critical for a certain object, al upper or lower temperature limit. If the temperature goes beyond the set limit, the alarm is triggered. example, above it will stand out. In the event of a temperature alarm, the operator will rapidly cal object or something else that xiscan temperature cameras may change. If the temperature increases or decreases whether the alarm is false, since the isothermal image trigThe user also restrict how alarm fast a temperature will show whether it was the cr too rapidly, the temperature alarm is triggered. something else that triggered the alarm. gered the alarm. feature several unique capabilities. The main feature is of course the possibility to set temperature alarms. There are two different kinds of alarms. The 5 user can set up an upper or lower temperature limit. If the temperature goes beyond the set limit, the alarm is trig-

Figure 5: Examples of isothermal palettes in Axis temperature alarm cameras

Figure 5. Examples of isothermal palettes in Axis temperature alarm cameras.

Figure 4: The temperature alarm can be used to Figure 4: The temperature can be the used to control the temperature the gases expelled. control temperature of the of gases expelled

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ettes are fixed, but it is possible to adjust the temperatures for the different color ranges, so that a critical temperature will stand out. The isothermal palettes have limits called Upper, Middle and Lower that define where the different temperature ranges start (see Figure 6). Lower denotes the temperature where the colored part of the palette will start. Middle and April 2015

Isothermal imaging makes it possible to configure highlighted temperature-spans in the image. This makes it easier to interpret what takes place in the scene. Axis temperature alarm cameras make this possible through isothermal palettes where, unlike traditional color palettes, temperature can be set. The palettes are fixed, but it is possible to adjust the temperatures for the different color ranges, so that

Figure 7. Using the ‘Rainbow’-isothermal palette it is possible to Figure 7: Using the ‘Rainbow’-isothermal

a surface reaches a defined temperature. Figure 7. palette Using the ‘Rainbow’-isothermal it is possible it is possible topalette highlight theto highlight the temperature span an a surface reaches a defined temperature. temperature span and easily identify if a surface reaches a defined temperature

Spot temperature reading

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and checking the condition of insulaTank level detection, where the temtion. Thermal imaging is well suited perature differenceofbetween the tank ituser clicks. The user can adjust the emisAnother capability is so called ‘spot temperature’, where the camera measures the temperature for the predicting failures canadjust indi- theself and its contents onthe the image object,where 9sivity pixelssetting (3×3) depending anywhere in user clicks. Thesince user itcan emissivity settingmakes the tank level depending on the object, to get a more precise reading. As with isothermal palettes, spot temperature to get a more precise reading. As with cate a number of problem areas before visible, and environmental friendly enerisisothermal used onlypalettes, as a visual for an operator. spotaid temperature is the issue become visible to the eye or gy efficiency are other application areas used only as a visual aid for an operator. before machinery stops working. Pre- for thermal imaging. By detecting temperature leaks from pipes where there are gaps in the insulation, thermal imaging can help companies save energy.

Conclusion

xis temperature alarm cameras based on thermal imaging are used for remote temperature monitoring of a specific area. They can be used in a wide range of application areas, wherever there is a need for monitoring critical infrastructure equipment regardless of weather and light conditions. The special capabilities of these cameras include temperature alarms, isothermal images, and spot temperature reading. Temperature alarms are used to trigger alarms, whereas isothermal images and spot temperature readings are used as visual aids for operators. Figure 8: Screenshot from AXIS Q2901-E Temperature Alarm Camera. Clicking on the desired Axis temperature alarm cameras area provides with the Spot temperature reading Figure 8: Screenshot from AXIS Q2901-E Temperature Alarm Camera. Clicking on the desired area provides with the may be complemented by Axis network Spot temperature reading.

Application areas

A Application areas

xis temperature alarm cameras can be used in a wide range of application areas where there is a need for temperature monitoring, such as: Axis temperature alarm cameras can be used in a wide range of application areas where there is a need ● Power generating facilities, such as for temperature monitoring, such as: switchgears, gas and water turbines. > power generating facilities, such as switchgears, gas and water turbines Othercritical criticalelectrical electricalequipment, equipment,such as transformers and electrical sub-stations >● other suchhazard as transformers electrical > fire areas, suchand as coal piles, dump sites, storage sites and silos sub-stations. > industrial processes involving self-igniting materials, such as dust or flour ● Fire hazard areas, such as coal piles, Withdump thermal number of issues Figure can be9:tackled, suchelectrical as predicting failures, locating problem Power plants, sub-stations and fuel tanks are some of the application areas sites,imaging storage asites and silos. forwell Axis temperature alarm cameras Figure 9: Power plants,imaging electrical sub-stations and fuel tanks are some of the failures application areas for Axis temperature areas and checking the condition of insulation. Thermal is suited for predicting ● Industrial processes involving selfalarm cameras. sinceigniting it can materials, indicate a such number of problem areas before the issue become visible the eye which or before may include overheated parts tocameras, makes them most veras dust or dictions machinery stops working. Predictions may include overheated parts before they break down or start before they break down or start burn- satile. This is, however, not a requisite. flour. burning, blocked pipes before they burst, insufficiently fastened connections that may come loose. 5. or Conclusion With thermal imaging a number of ing, blocked pipes before they burst, or Axis temperature alarm cameras can be insufficiently fastened connections thatand used in any generic surveillance sysissueslevel candetection, be tackled,where such the as predictTank temperature thebased tankonitself its contents Axisdifference temperature between alarm cameras thermal imaging are used formakes remote temperature monitoring may come loose. tem. ing failures, locating problem areas a specific area. Theyefficiency can be used in range of applicationareas areas, for wherever there is a need for the tank level visible, and environmentalof friendly energy area wide other application monitoring critical infrastructure equipment regardless of weather and light conditions. The special thermal imaging. By detecting temperature leaks from pipes where there are gaps in the insulation, capabilities include temperature alarms, isothermal images, and spot temperature April 2015of these cameras www.indiasafe.com 21 thermal imaging can help companies save reading. energy.Temperature alarms are used to trigger alarms, whereas isothermal images and spot temperature readings are used as visual aids for operators. Axis temperature alarm cameras may be complemented by Axis network cameras, which makes them CMYK

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PEREGRINE 20 Years of Providing World Class Manned Security Services With 1,800+ satisfied clients, Peregrine Guarding sets to increase its turnover four times by 2020

eregrine Guarding, the manned guarding arm of the Tenon Group, celebrates a glorious run of 20 years and sets a significant milestone in the industry. Today, a 600 crores company, Peregrine Guarding plans to accelerate the growth and lead to expansion, both in the domestic as well as in the international market and increase its turnover four times by 2020. Started in India in 1995 by Manjit Rajain, Peregrine Guarding has come a long way and is ranked amongst the top four players in the security services industry. It employs more than 42,000 employees and provides world class manned security to 1,800+ clients in India which includes both the corporate and residential segments. Some of the key clients serviced are Accenture, Convergys, Deutshe Bank, Bharti Infratel Limited, Maruti Udyog Limited, Reliance, HSBC, Capgemini and Indus Towers Limited, to name a few. Contributing around 70% of the global turnover of Tenon Group at pre-

“Twenty years ago we started the company Peregrine Guarding with a small team and even smaller set up to provide manned guarding. Today, we celebrate two decades of corporate partnership. This remarkable journey of rising to market leader position was possible because of more than 1,800 satisfied clients and a thriving workforce of more than 42,000. This milestone belongs to each one of my team members. Their loyalty, dedication and passion for outstanding service delivery have given us the stature of a leading service provider – a stature enjoyed by few, envied by many.” – Manjit Rajain Group Chairman, Tenon Group sent, Peregrine Guarding is quite optimistic about increasing its contribution by growing constantly at 30%. The company endeavors to introduce advance security solutions in the industry and has been independently rated by KPMG, EY and Deloitte as amongst the top 4 service providers in the country. The group’s vision for growth led to the expansion of the business and in 2007, Tenon Integrated Facilities Management Services was established. In 2009 the corporation was further strengthened by the acquisition of a leading electro me-

chanical service provider – Rotopower. Today Peregrine is operational in all 29 states of India with 67 offices covering tier 1, 2 and 3 cities. It provides integrated security solutions in physical security/ electronic security/ risk assessment consultancy/ executive protection/ event security/ remote command center etc. An ISO 9001: 2008 and OHSAS certified company which has won several accolades, Peregrine has the ability to implement high quality services across the spectrum of strategic and tactical security services.

CP PLUS Secures Container Corporation of India Background

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IP PTZ cameras, as they were able to scan wide areas, zoom in on hard to see targets, and get any shot security persons can think of within a very wide range of angles and space.

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ing network of seven inland container depots (ICDs) from Indian Railways. It now has a network of 61 ICDs/ CFSs (container freight stations) throughout India.

Mission

ecurity has been the major concern for a big business enterprise like CONCOR India where thousands of tons of items are loaded from their terminals. The containers carry valuable and perishable items across various locations in India. It is an absolute requirement to transfer and deliver the materials safely and without damage. Surveillance was required at container terminals to view, monitor, and record loading and unloading activities. Besides, live coverage of these activities has to be accessed by authorized officials on their PCs and laptops.

Challenges and solution

he challenges included identification of locations where cameras could be installed to leverage the benefits of video surveillance. The areas where video surveillance was required to be installed were warehouse area,

custom points, packaging area, perimeter, office etc. The comprehensive and tailor made solutions from CP PLUS protect critical infrastructure and value assets across domains with its rugged quality controls, reliable products and optimum solutions to get the best. With their vast experience of deployment, CP PLUS experts designed a suitable solution for various areas in CONCOR region. CP PLUS IP solutions provided flexibility and scalability to the solution. The HD solution helped the officials to track movements closely with the capability to verify and recognize the persons and the objects including vehicles. The image quality is superior and hardly induces any image distortion even when magnified. The Video Management Software (VMS) used was vOptimus Pro with features of face detection, license number detection features, video content analytics, smart search, and remote accessibility. Besides, a central monitoring control room was equipped with LED monitors, where all locations can be monitored and alerts can be raised in case of any security breach. Since the area to be monitored was wide the team deployed April 2015

P-UNC-BP10C: 1.3MP CMOS HD IP box camera, H.264/ MJPEG video compression and JPEG image capture, up to 1.3M (1280x960)/ 720P (1280x720)/ D1 (704x576/ 704x480) image resolution and CE, FCC and RoHS certified. CP-UNP-37: D1 cost-effective IP PTZ dome camera, 1/4” super HAD CCD II image sensor, powerful 37x optical zoom and 16x digital zoom, H.264 and dual-stream video encoding and JPEG image capture, 25/ 30fps@ D1(4CIF)/ HD1/ CIF/ VGA resolution, max 240°/s pan speed, 360° continuous pan rotation, and up to 255 presets, 5 auto scans, 8 tours and 5 patterns. CP-UNP-36L8: D1 cost-effective IR IP PTZ dome camera, 1/4” super HAD CCD II, powerful 36x optical zoom and 16x digital zoom, 25/ 30fps@ D1(4CIF)/ HD1/ CIF/ VGA resolution, H.264 & dual-stream video encoding and JPEG image capture, DWDR, day/ night (ICR), DNR (2D&3D), auto iris, auto focus, AWB, AGC, BLC, max 240°/s pan speed, 360° continuous pan rotation, up to 255 presets, 5 auto scans, 8 tours, 5 patterns and built-in 7/2 channel alarm input/ output.

VMS

Optimus Pro: Software from CPPLUS Teknologix labs, is a state-ofthe-art software, an open platform and ONVIF compliant, with inbuilt analytics. It offers a comprehensive hybrid video management system for enormous command & control room applications.

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It offers the option of selecting products from different manufacturers as well.

Impact

he system has been working efficiently and proving its worth by leveraging the benefits of surveillance. The parametric surveillance is an effective deterrent for undesirable people loitering in the nearby areas. The situational surveillance has improved to a great extent. The loading and unloading points

video monitoring has improved staff engagement and quality of work. The officials now have first hand and updated information on inventory, and arrival and departure of goods. Perishable items are handled with greater visibility and involvement of management. The general benefits offered by the video surveillance are that the operators can now monitor traffic queues at the gates and it also helps them plan the allocation of equipment around the site, as the cameras monitor what is needed in a

specific location. With CP PLUS VMS vOptimus, easily-searchable video archives has proven itself beneficial in many ways. Now when Freightliner receives a claim of a damaged container, operators can simply search video archives to determine whether it was damaged upon its arrival or after. This robust mix of cameras allows operators to track people and containers to maintain safety and analyze efficiency.

Videonetics Bags ‘Best R&D Effort of the Year’ Award by SECONA in Association with Secutech India A

mid stiff competition from numerous companies in the electronic security, surveillance & safety industry, Videonetics was chosen for the prestigious ‘Best R&D effort of the year’ award at the SECONA Shield Awards 2015. SECONA, the first Security Consultants’ Association from India, in association with Secutech, presented India’s first annual awards, for recognizing excellence in the Indian Electronic Security & Safety Industry – the SHIELD Awards. ● Videonetics chosen amid stiff competition from Security, Surveillance & Safety biggies. ● Shield 2015 awards held at Mumbai during Secutech India exhibition. ● 500+ delegates from Security & safety industry attend the meet.

(Left to Right) Kiron Kunte, Director, Norik Konsult, and one of the Founder Directors of SECONA; Avinash Trivedi, Head – Business Development, Videonetics; Dr Tinku Acharya, Founder & Managing Director of Videonetics; Sarvesh Wadhwa, DGM (IS, HPCL)

The awards were presented at a glittering ceremony on 13 March 2015, durApril 2015

ing the Secutech exhibition, in front of about 500 to 600 decision makers, in-

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fluencers and stakeholders in the Indian Security & Safety industry. Acknowledging the award, Dr Tinku Acharya, Founder & Managing Director of Videonetics said, “Being named a winner in the ‘Best R&D of the year’ category is a great honor for us. It shows the dynamic team culture that has propelled us to where we are now. We take great pride in having a

company culture that cultivates innovation, teamwork and success. Many thanks to SECONA for recognizing the R&D effort of an Indian enterprise like Videonetics. This recognition will further encourage Team Videonetics to build Indian Intellectual property and promote ‘Make in India’ in the global market and also to put its effort in bringing out new world class tech-

nology to make the world a safer and smarter place to live. We thank all our clients for giving us an opportunity to work with them and achieve their security goals.” Applications received in the SECONA Shield Awards 2015 were judged by a prestigious jury consisting of eminent personalities from the fields of security, safety and governance.

Dahua Completes New HDCVI Lite Series Line-up D

ahua Technology introduces a new 1080p HDCVI solution with more affordable price, which consists of 1080p 1200-Liteseries HDCVI cameras and S2-series tri-brid DVRs. The camera 1200-Liteseries includes IR-bullet and dome cameras – fixed and vari-focal lens are optional. The camera adopts powerful chipset, incorporating advanced sensor and ISP, which not only provides outstanding image quality with vivid color and abundant details, but also offers a wider angle of view. Moreover, the in-house TX chipset is embedded in the ISP, making the camera quite compact. The camera adopts smart IR technology, along with photoresister, making day/ night switch more accurate; worth a mention is their superb noise reduction ability, which can not only save HDD storage capacity, but also help deliver the benefit of rendering brilliant visual effect even under low illumination,

which is suitable for applications such as underground parking lot or anywhere in dim-light surroundings. “There was something hovering in my mind during product planning phase,” said John Li, HDCVI Product Manager at Dahua Technology, “At that time, what I was thinking was how to perfectly leverage performance and price. For example, we were keen to present very competitive 1080p HDCVI camera, satisfying HD surveillance with basic functions acquired. Most of all, the product should stay with a very friendly price and 1200-Lite-series is the April 2015

answer.” In addition to the HDCVI cameras, Dahua also presents tri-brid HDCVI S2-seies DVRs (HCVR S2 series). “We have indeed introduced some HCVRs before, but what makes S2 different is that this series is ready to replace all the conventional DVRs,” said Jason Zhong, Product Manager at Dahua Technology, “S2 has the best ever color reproduction.” Moreover, thanks to the enhanced ultra UTP EQ function, the S2-series is able to support even longer transmission distances, for example, 1,100 meters for 720p with clear images and 800 meters for 1080p. Meanwhile, this series supports 4G/ Wi-Fi, making transmission more smooth and faster. Dahua products are available in India through Aditya Infotech Ltd.

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SATATYA SAMAS: Enterprise Video Management Software S

ATATYA SAMAS is a reliable Video Management Solution suitable for large organizations spread across multiple locations. SATATYA SAMAS provides organizations the flexibility, scalability and modularity that they expect from a video management software. Matrix SATATYA SAMAS is a modular, flexible and fault-tolerant solution for multi-location organizations by providing easy monitoring, simplified management, multiple connectivity options, quick retrieval and smart storage of data for all the locations. Devices installed at multiple locations can be connected to separate recording servers which then are connected to a single management server. The monitoring of these multiple sites can be done through various modes like Smart Client, Mobile Application and Multimonitor Application. The Security Officer can monitor the most essential

locations by selecting those cameras and viewing them together on a single monitoring screen. These security officials can be allocated locally as well as centrally for providing a dual layer for enhanced security. ● All-in-One centralized management and monitoring of 1 lakh cameras. ● Video analytics like motion detection, missing object, intrusion detec-

tion, view tamper. ● Live monitoring on multiple devices simultaneously. ● Real-time notification via SMS and e-mail with snapshot. ● Database level integration with access control. ● Simultaneous login of multiple users with different user modes like PC, mobiles, tablets.

LANXESS Steps up its Commitment Towards Health, Safety and Environment Again

ANXESS, the global specialty chemicals company is making an additional commitment towards HSE (Health, Safety and Environment) by undertaking the Responsible Care® commitment for its manufacturing sites in India. While the company had already signed a charter at the global level, this commitment comes from its specific initiatives in India. Indian Chemical

Council (ICC), which co-ordinates and audits companies to facilitate implementation of Responsible Care® in India, audited LANXESS sustainability projects and initiatives at its sites as well as in its corporate office and found it wellpositioned to take up this commitment. Some of LANXESS’ initiatives that are worthwhile in this regard are – implementation of Zero Liquid Discharge April 2015

at its manufacturing facility in Nagda leading to reduction of water footprint drastically, cogeneration plant at Nagda fuelled by carbon neutral biomass, migration from roadways to railways for transportation of goods thereby leading to reduction of carbon emission, off-gas incinerator at Jhagadia site to eliminate emission of VOC (volatile organic compounds) into the atmosphere and roll-

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out of a top-down internal global safety program that emphasizes on improving behavioral safety at LANXESS sites, among several others. LANXESS is also a pioneer founder member in the ICC Nicer Globe initiative for enhancing road safety for transportation of hazardous goods. Responsible Care is the global chemical industry’s unifying commitment to the safe management of chemicals throughout their life cycle, while promoting their role in improving quality of life and contributing to sustainable development. Thus it is a voluntary initiative to continuously improve the company’s performance standards in the areas of health, safety and environment. It defines standards for each area of manufacturing operations that the

company must aim to follow, such as process safety, employee safety and health, pollution prevention, emergency response, distribution and product stewardship. Improvements in each of these areas have to be identified periodically through audits and necessary actions have to be taken to bridge any identified gap. On signing on to the Responsible Care® charter in India, Jacques Perez, Managing Director and Country Representative, LANXESS India said, “LANXESS has undertaken this approach globally and has now calibrated its already high HSE standards at its sites in India as per the principles of Responsible Care® approach. We have ensured at every step of our development in India that we are at par with the highest global standards in terms of safety and sustainability. Subscribing to the Responsible Care® initiative now is only reinforcing this belief and commitment.”

HS Karangale, Director General, Indian Chemical Council (ICC) said on the occasion, “The ultimate vision of Responsible Care® initiative is ‘Zero incident or injuries’ and ‘No harm to the environment.’ By encouraging companies to adopt principles of Responsible Care®, ICC aims to elevate the HSE standards of the Indian chemical industry and enhance the trust and confidence among all stakeholders. It is our pleasure that LANXESS India Pvt. Ltd. has made it to Responsible Care® league as this further bolsters the spirit of the Indian chemical industry.” LANXESS is a leading specialty chemicals company with sales of EUR 8.3 billion in 2013 and about 16,700 employees in 31 countries. The company is currently represented at 52 production sites worldwide. The core business of LANXESS is the development, manufacturing and marketing of plastics, rubber, intermediates and specialty chemicals. LANXESS is a member of the leading sustainability indices Dow Jones Sustainability Index (DJSI World and DJSI Europe) and FTSE4Good as well as CDP’s Climate Disclosure Leadership Index (CDLI).

CP PLUS Seals Position as No.1 Brand in Video Surveillance Equipment in India Estimated to be the largest supplier in its realm with market share of 21%, as per IHS survey

P PLUS has been identified as the largest brand of video surveillance in India, as per an insightful survey by IHS Technology. The renowned US based research firm in its report on the Indian market for security and video sur-

veillance equipment has reinforced the brand’s undisputed top position in the realm of security solutions with a market share of 21%. The report also highlights the fact that CP PLUS is not only the fastest April 2015

growing but also one of the prominent brands to carve a distinct identity in the video security industry in the country. It is followed by other players across a spectrum of video surveillance categories like analog, IP, DVRs, NVRs, mo-

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bile DVRs, VDPs, video encoders and VMS to name a few. The Indian market for video surveillance equipment is estimated to rise to a whopping $615.5 million by 2018. The IHS research states that the top three suppliers of video surveillance equipment account for more than one-third of market revenues. Aditya Khemka, Managing Director, CP PLUS India, CEO & Director Aditya group said, “As the IHS survey predicts, the market for video surveillance equipment in India is set to peak from the year 2016. This will provide ample opportunities to CP PLUS to tap the potential scope for innovative and technologically advanced video security solutions as the global leader in this space. We will be

looking at extending our best-in-class video security solutions to serve a variety of customers on the back of the growing acceptance of CCTV technology to strengthen the security of organisations and domestic setups.” Yogesh Dutta, COO, CP PLUS India said, “Video surveillance has been a prerogative of elite society and business. CP PLUS brand cuts the technological jargons and myths and offers discerning customers with value proposition of worldclass performance at affordable price.” Today, the brand has operations across the globe, with offices in Germany, Czech Republic, UAE, South Africa, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, China, Taiwan and India. CP PLUS Teknologix Labs are the testimony to its commitment

towards quality and performance. CP PLUS products pass through strict quality management and carry international certifications such as UL, CE, FCC, etc. The latest report by IHS talks about CP PLUS emerging as the leader in this segment in India and also provides crucial data regarding other security equipment like security cameras (excluding thermal security cameras), DVRs, video matrix switchers, hardware NVRs, video encoders, VMS, monitors, CS mount lenses and housings, in the video surveillance market. CP PLUS success is largely attributed to its strong R&D of technology and its open ears to listen to its customers, thereby delivering them the best value proposition and solutions.

Apollo the Reliable Choice for Over 200 Indian Reliance Sites A

pollo Fire Detectors has boosted its international presence by becoming the fire detection provider of choice for a significant project by Reliance Industries, one of the biggest private sector companies in India. Reliance is installing 4G mobile communication networks across India after its telecom arm, Reliance Jio Infocomm, was awarded a unified telecom licence enabling it to offer both voice and high-speed data services to subscribers across India’s 22 telecom circles. Reliance will build 4G data centres at each site which will house communication equipment and provide the base for an operational workforce. Mumbaibased Technofire is responsible for the

supply and installation of the fire alarm systems at each data centre and will train installers responsible for each site. Technofire is currently working on 59 of these sites, a number which is expected to rise to over 200 in the near future. Each site will benefit from the installation of Apollo Fire Detectors’ XP95-based heat and optical smoke detectors in addition to an OpenConnect

Gateway which integrates fire detection with the buildings’ management systems. Fire panels for the sites are being supplied by Kentec and will communicate directly with Reliance’s MODBUS roof top units (RTUs) via optical fibre ring networks. The number of Apollo detectors at each site will vary depending on the size of the network. The first site is at San-

“We previously supplied almost 500 fire alarm panels along with Apollo Series 65 detectors for Reliance mobile communications more than 10 years ago. We are therefore very proud that we have been given this additional opportunity to provide more Apollo devices along with customised fire alarm panels from Kentec.” – Praful Sanghrajka Technofire April 2015

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tacruz in Mumbai which will have 50 XP95 detectors installed. Vikrant Patil, Apollo Fire Detectors’ Sales Manager for India states, “This new project further builds upon our valued relationship with Reliance

Industries and Technofire. We have worked together on large projects previously, such as the supply of nearly 45,000 fire detectors to the Reliance Hazira petroleum plant in Gujarat, India, but what sets this project apart is

its scale of OpenConnect Gateway use. This is a very important project for Apollo as it will be the first of its kind in India using OpenConnect on such a large scale and will set a precedent for the future.”

Launches

iSattva Desktop T&A Terminal with HID Lumidigm Sensors B

angalore based biometric solutions company, Intelligent Systems & Solutions (ISS – www.issglobe.com ) has announced the launch of their product ‘iSattva’ a desktop T&A terminal powered by HID Lumidigm Venus and Mercury sensors. iSattva comes inbuilt with a biometric server which can authenticate users using a proprietary fingerprinting algorithm developed inhouse at ISS by their R&D team. iSattva supports industry standard databases like MS Access, MS SQL Server, MySQL and Oracle.

ISS aims at delivering industryleading biometric performance regardless of environmental or skin conditions. Married with Lumidigm Venus sensors, iSattva solution offers an unparalleled performance, integration options, and liveness detection literally in any setting. iSattva desktop T&A terminal integrated with ISS SAMAY software offers a wide range of options to manage employee attendance, access control and payroll. iSattva T&A solution is a feature rich, robust, employee enrollment and verification system addressing the

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needs of various industry verticals. ISS SAMAY is a highly simplified Human Capital Management (HCM) solution with an attractive and extremely user friendly GUI for time & attendance, payroll calculation and industry standard reports. Using iSattva T&A terminal one can securely enroll or authenticate a user and enable their identity and access management solution with a simple tap of a finger.

Key features ● Integrated with patented multispectral imaging sensor from HID Lumidigm. ● Utilizes ISO 19794-4:2005 format in line with universal biometric data interchange formats. ● Inbuilt biometric server with hosting support on standard databases (MS Access, MS SQL Server, MySQL and Oracle). ● Integrated with ISS SAMAY – Time Attendance, Access control and Payroll software. ● Supports unlimited number of fingerprint templates. ● Charges are on per fingerprint basis.

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Standardised Incident Reports New technology ‘COM-SUR’ works towards setting a global standard of incident reports, thereby helping quick solving and prevention of crime

ncidents do not differ by geographies. An incident (terror, theft, assault etc.) in the U.S. would not be any different to one in the U.K. or India. It therefore, becomes imperative to adopt one ‘minimum’ global standard of an incident report. COM-SUR lets the affected party create standardized intelligent incident reports in universal formats like PowerPoint/ PDF, which carry the entire story (5Ws and 1H) along with photo/ video evidence, largely reducing the burden for law enforcement agencies which receive such reports. Further, all it would take is just one click to share the same across the world, and with such incident report being in PowerPoint/ PDF, it’s easy to view/ annotate on a phone or tablet. This would mean that the chances of apprehending the perpetrators faster, just gets higher. Standardization takes away confusion since ‘everyone speaks the same language.’ Further, standardization helps deliver intelligence in the form of patterns: ‘What kind of incidents are taking place at what locations, at what time, on which particular days’ and so on. This makes it possible to take preventive and corrective action. Think of the amount of meta-data that can be gathered and used by an organization, industry, or a country as a whole. What else does COM-SUR do efficiently?

“While perpetrators will always find newer ways to carry out criminal acts, using a tool like Com-Sur will constantly be useful to document and ‘gain’ from the same, in order to prevent and thwart future ones.” – Gautam Goradia CEO & MD, Hayagriva Software Drive, OneDrive) in real-time. This backup will always be available in case the recorder fails, is stolen/ destroyed/ and tampered with. Further it is accepted that nobody reviews surveillance video as a SOP, although there is a great case for post-facto surveillance. The reason is simple; it’s too cumbersome to do so. While larger organizations rely on ‘alarms,’ smaller organizations look at video only when there is a ‘need.’ Com-Sur can change all this, and make ‘Review’ as an integral and critical part of video surveillance, which helps review hours of video in minutes. This speedy reviewer offers features like zoom and pan into all screenshots, flagging them to capture multiple exceptions, as well as quickly converting relevant screenshots into a movie file for quick and easy sharing. A wonderful integration with Skype making sharing seamless. Reviewing video as a SOP helps users ‘discover’ ‘seeminglyin-order’ issues; example, a recce.

Backup and review

om-Sur captures screenshots of surveillance video at user defined intervals and saves them at up to five locations (including Dropbox, Google

Aggregation from multiple video sources

om-Sur acts as a great aggregator of images/ photos/ screenshots.

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This makes it very easy to aggregate relevant screenshots from multiple video sources as well as from photos taken by a camera/ mobile phone. Such efficient aggregation, as well as all of the ‘next steps’ that Com-Sur offers become very essential in cases like the Boston Marathon/ Toronto Riots, where multiple law enforcement agencies had to go through thousands of hours of video/ photos.

Creation of ‘visual lists’

om-Sur creates ‘visual lists’ (contact sheets) in Word/ PDF. Visual lists can be very useful tools to share large number of photos, along with relevant information like contact details etc. For example, lists of staff (e.g., guards on duty), details of suspects at various borders and entry points etc. Think of Interpol sharing information of potential terrorists with member countries in one standard

‘Patterns’ from Incidents

format, along with information that can easily be edited by the receiving authorities to suit their language and other needs. Hayagriva Software is an Indian company headquartered in Mumbai that develops rich software products in the area of Personal Information Management (PIM) for use worldwide.

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Video Surveillance & Storage Opportunities at the Intersection of IT & Physical Security

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Optimizing Performance for Video Surveillance Storage

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where the wider trends of digitization and IP-enablement are just now reaching critical mass. This has caused robust growth in recent years, which is forecast to continue at a rate of 12.4% per annum to $25.6 billion in 2018. It has also created significant opportunities for IT providers, even as the greater market for IT spending has moderated.

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storage is critical, video content analy- architectures that underpin them. His- VCA applications that are impractical sis (VCA) is particularly well suited for torically, analog cameras have been used to run downstream. The data core also transportation. In these settings, a team mostly in centralized, core deployments; allows system operators to assess event of operators will typically monitor video the distance between camera nodes in patterns that might be unfolding across streams from hundreds of cameras, and a given system was constrained by the multiple cameras deployed in positions any automation of the system (e.g., us- scalability of the underlying infrastruc- throughout the surveillance system neting incident detection, motion detec- ture. With IP network cameras, core ar- work. These capabilities are increasingly tion, or facial recognition software) has chitectures continue to be used in situa- important given the rise in VCA applicathe potential to reduce operational costs tions that call for them e.g., in airports, tions being used to parse video data for significantly. In other words, while there but are now noted for their performance, elusive insights – often on a streaming, is a limit to the number of cameras that scalability, and ease of management. real-time basis. Though still nascent, a human operator can effectively moni- It is also possible to build distributed, this segment of the video market has tor, this number can be augmented by edge systems with vast distances be- drawn tremendous interest from governemploying analytics software. For these tween cameras. Edge systems are char- ments, law enforcement agencies, and reasons, VCA projects can be found in acterized by their relatively low-cost, investment groups alike, and it is growmany high profile transportation projects simplicity, and ability to plug-and-play. ing rapidly. Some of the most successaround the world including JFK airport Furthermore, an edge-to-core model ful applications to date include license in New York, the Port of Singapore, and has evolved to address the multifaceted plate recognition (LPR), facial recognineeds that are common in government, tion, intelligent scene analysis, poputhe Beijing metro system in China. Lastly, and in marked contrast to city surveillance, and transportation. lation and traffic counts, and a host of most other verticals, the effectiveness These systems are highly distributed, business intelligence (BI) applications. and reliability of equipment will often and often have high channel and cam- While edge analytics – at the level of the trump considerations of its price for era counts. The edges are managed via a camera, encoder, or recorder – have begovernment and transportation buyers. core deployment that enables data move- come more cost-effective and prevalent, This is not to say that tenders and com- ment to and from the core, provides they are still limited to more simplistic petitive pressures are not present here overall system status, and acts as a re- algorithms, and to filtering functions deSurveillance & Storage – Market Opportunities signed to manage upstream data transpository for data mining and analytics. – they are quite prevalent and extensive Video mission. A key(TCO) advantage of incorporating in fact. But on the whole, there is sim- ownership for compute and storage aresources as less hardware is required to perform roles in aa system. Virtualization consolidation scalability Another advantage of and having an in-as data core into distributed system isalso theenables streamlined ply a greater willingness and ability of multiple the surveillance system grows or is otherwise modified. this group to pay up for performance. ability to perform powerful, data-heavy tegrated data core is the ability to emThis speaks to the availability of capital Edge-to-Core Deployment: to fund these purchases, as well as the Ex. 1 - Government gravity of potential consequences from system downtime. It is also worth noting that with physical security in particular, Police Headquarters: Central repository, oversight for police the issue of system malfunction is not stations. limited to the failure to detect threats. To Data Core: be sure, systems that generate repeated • Scale-out architecture false alarms can be just as dangerous if • Virtualized applications • Live view of any camera they come to be ignored altogether.

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importance of product certifications and validations to the systems integration community. Certifications are not as widely used in the security industry as in IT. However, as systems have grown increasingly large and complex—particularly among government and government-related end-users—the risks associated with incorporating an unknown or unproven product into a project CMYK have grown in parallel. Consequently, integrators have become highly selective in determining

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with robust experience in both these domains, and as a result, IT and physical security integrators have found it beneficial to partner with one another in order to bridge this gap. This phenomenon can currently be observed in even the largest and most established professional service practices for both IT and security firms. A further effect of the convergence between security and IT markets has been the growing importance of product certifications and validations to the systems integration community. Certifications are not as widely used in the security industry as in IT. However, as systems have grown increasingly large and complex – particularly among government and government-related end-users – the risks associated with incorporating an unknown or unproven product into a project have grown in parallel. Consequently, integrators have become highly selective in determining which vendors and products to work with. When evaluating new products, they tend to rely on manufacturers and/ or third parties to perform rigorous and large scale testing. The joint testing of systems is also preferred – especially as it relates to the interoperability of systems – and helps to reduce the time-tomarket for SIs. The previous points notwithstanding, the physical security industry has significantly lagged the IT sector when it comes to the testing and certification of products such as cameras and VMS. This may be due in part to the fragmentation of the security market; many different products would need to be certified, which is to say that the cost to manufacturers, integrators, and endusers could be prohibitively high. That said, end-users are demanding open APIs to allow systems to be integrated

seamlessly with best-of-breed components. This has given rise to standardsbased alliances for product interoperability, including the Open Network Video Interface Forum (ONVIF) and the Physical Security Interoperability Alliance (PSIA).

Movement to lifecycle budgeting

hile they acknowledged the need for it, many organizations have historically viewed the purchase of security equipment begrudgingly. For that reason, the same end-users were likely to handle system and component upgrades on ad hoc basis. This ‘rip and replace’ mentality involves minimal anticipatory planning and coordination, and can result in higher overall capital expenditures than would be warranted under a more thoughtful, regimented approach. It is analogous to the ‘breakfix’ model that characterized the IT industry prior to the development of managed services. But as IT systems and practices become more embedded within the security industry, it is causing end-users to grow increasingly conscious of the return on investment (ROI) and total cost of ownership (TCO) implicit in their security systems. This is in contrast to simply looking at the initial cost to procure the equipment. Recently then, security departments have begun to move toward the type of lifecycle model to systems procurement and management that is espoused by their counterparts in IT. This movement is being led by the storageintensive verticals, and entails practices such as the usage of enterprise-class hardware, the development of system roadmaps, and regular performance refresh planning. A further consequence of lifecycle April 2015

planning by security end-users has been their migration away from the ‘appliance model’ of purchasing. That is to say that instead of looking to buy entire solutions from one provider (e.g., cameras, VMS, encoders, storage etc.) they will source best-of-breed components from multiple vendors. Diversifying in this way allows them to avoid the need for costly rip and replace upgrades as well as unfavorable service contracts tied to proprietary equipment. Last but not least, it underscores the need to build their systems atop an open, flexible architecture that will accommodate the equipment upgrades and change-outs that will inevitably follow.

Conclusion

he widespread adoption of network cameras in the video surveillance market has accelerated its convergence with the IT industry, and ushered in a period of robust expansion. This has caused a surge in demand for enterprise storage solutions, particularly for the storage-intensive verticals of Government, City Surveillance, and Transportation. Surveillance systems in these settings require a new form of open, flexible infrastructure to operate successfully. This infrastructure is increasingly being built upon an edge-to-core architecture that combines centralized storage and compute capabilities with distributed video feeds. In order to address these requirements, a major shift is taking place in the way that security systems are designed and built. It has caused systems integrators to rely heavily on manufacturers for guidance and product certifications. These collective changes have, and will continue to create unprecedented opportunities for both physical security and IT providers to grow rapidly in the years to come.

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New 17”/ 19” Professional LCD Monitors J

VC Professional’s new LCD monitors, the GD-172 and GD192, have been designed to provide outstanding visual performance for monitoring and control room applications. Suitable for even the most challenging environments, the 17 and 19 inch LCD monitors have a compact, square cabinet and slim frame, ideal for

both small and large scale operations.

Key features ● Superior detailed image and colour reproduction for professional monitoring. ● Robust design for 24/7 operation. ● Attractive slim bezel. ● 1280x1024 resolution, non-glare SXGA screen. ● Multi-language on-screen menu (English, French, Spanish, Italian and German). ● DVI-D input terminal.

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Zipstream Compression Technology Reducing Storage Requirements by an Average 50 Percent or More in Video Surveillance Applications

xis Communications introduces Zipstream technology allowing

customers to benefit from reduced bandwidth and storage requirements without having to invest in new cameras or software. Axis’ Zipstream technology is fully compatible with the widely adopted H.264 compression standard. The technology has been developed specifically for video surveillance applications and lowers bandwidth and storage requirements by an average 50% or more. “Significant progress towards better image quality with higher HDTV resolutions and increased low-light performance has also increased the requirements on the network and storage infrastructure. With Axis’ Zipstream April 2015

technology we enable our customers to drastically reduce bandwidth and storage needs without compromising on important image details. For example, more than twice the video footage can now be stored on SD cards or NASs in small systems built on AXIS Camera Companion as well as other edge recording applications,” says Johan Paulsson, Chief Technology Officer, Axis Communications, “Axis’ Zipstream technology adds a new module inside the network camera’s video compression engine which ensures that important details in the image get enough attention in the video stream while unnecessary data can be squeezed.” Axis’ Zipstream technology analyzes and optimizes the network cam-

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era’s video stream in real time. Scenes containing interesting details are recorded in full image quality and resolution while other areas are filtered out, to optimally use available bandwidth and storage. Important forensic details like faces, tattoos or license plates are isolated and preserved, while irrelevant areas such as white walls, lawns and vegetation are sacrificed by smoothing in order to achieve the better storage savings. Customers can use Axis’ Zipstream technology alongside other Axis network camera technologies such as Wide Dynamic Range – Forensic Capture and Lightfinder. As Zipstream is fully compatible with H.264 it can be used with AXIS Camera Companion and thirdparty video management software installations already in place. Axis is making available its Zipstream technology on the existing net-

work cameras AXIS Q1615, AXIS Q1635 and in the AXIS Q35 Series, via firmware updates. The first new products with Axis’ Zipstream installed are planned to be AXIS M1124/-E, AXIS M1125/-E and AXIS P1365/-E fixed network cameras, and AXIS P3224-LV/LVE and AXIS P3225-LV/-LVE fixed dome network cameras. AXIS M1124/-E and AXIS M1125/E are low cost network cameras with features such as Axis’ Zipstream technology, CS mount lens, day/ night functionality, WDR – Forensic Capture and enhanced capabilities for analytics especially suited for retail and other price sensitive installations, indoors and outdoors. AXIS M1124/-E, AXIS M1125/E network cameras are planned to be available in Q2, 2015. AXIS P1365 and outdoor ready AXIS P1365-E are full featured cameras

featuring WDR – Forensic Capture, audio, remote back focus as well as Axis’ Zipstream technology. The cameras’ exceptional image quality includes seamless transition between handling WDR and Lightfinder mode, making them great cameras for banking and city surveillance applications, indoors and outdoors. AXIS P1365 and AXIS P1365-E are scheduled for launch on April 9, 2015. AXIS P3224-LV/-LVE and AXIS P3225-LV/-LVE network cameras are streamlined, versatile and easy-to-install fixed domes that provide excellent image quality in any lightning conditions thanks to the winning combination of Optimized IR and WDR – Forensic Capture. Axis’ Zipstream technology reduces bandwidth and storage needs without compromising image details. AXIS P3224-LV/-LVE and AXIS P3225-LV/-LVE are planned to be available in Q2, 2015.

HGH unveils the SPYNEL-M, the New Infrared Radar for Wide Area Surveillance A

t Global Security Asia exhibition and conference in Singapore, HGH Infrared Systems showcased for the first time their new compact and costeffective panoramic infrared camera, the SPYNEL-M, for critical infrastructure surveillance. The SPYNEL-M is the newest addition to HGH’s SPYNEL family of 360 degree thermal imaging solutions for wide area surveillance. The Spynel-M benefits from HGH’s fifteen years of expertise in panoramic infrared vision systems. Weighing only 1.8 kg and measuring less than 12x20cm, the SPYNEL-M can easily be transported in a backpack, for fast deployment

on a light mast in the field. It can also than 700m away in any direction, night be fixed atop a building, immediately and day, one single Spynel-M sensor covering the 360 degrees surround- effectively replaces up to 16 traditional ing it. The performance and cost ratio infrared cameras. It provides real-time of the SPYNEL-M has been especially security against conventional and asymdesigned to meet the security needs of metrical threats including hardly detectcritical infrastrucSpynel-M Infrared Radar for Critical Infrastructure Protection tures such as solar and wind farms, prisons, water treatment facilities, power plants and sub-stations, oil depots, airports and ports, large storage areas etc. As it is able to detect a person more April 2015

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able targets, like UAVs, RHIBs, or crawling men. Unlike conventional radars, the system is completely passive, and transmits no waves: it cannot be detected or jammed. In addition, the SPYNEL-M can be configured with the complete plugin library from CYCLOPE, HGH’s proprietary advanced image analysis software. Thus taking advantage of 15

years of developments in unique automatic detection and tracking algorithms, it continuously ensures that no intrusion is missed over 360 degrees. Since the early 2000s, HGH Infrared Systems has developed a range of continuously rotating thermal sensors which take wide-area surveillance to the next level. Following the sales success of the

first model, the SPYNEL-C, HGH has pursued its innovation efforts, with the 2013 launch of the SPYNEL-S and the SPYNEL-U, and last year the introduction of the SPYNEL-X, the world’s highest definition Infrared Search & Track, capturing in real time, full panoramic images with an unparalleled resolution of up to 120 Mpixels.

Fine-tune your field of view with Sony’s e-Varifocal technology T

here’s a choice of video security cameras from Sony that offers the extra flexibility of e-Varifocal technology. The focal length of the camera lens can be adjusted electronically – allowing zoom, pan and tilt adjustment to frame scenes precisely while maintaining HD (720p) image quality. What’s more, fine adjustments can be made remotely to save time and labour costs compared with mechanical varifocal lenses.

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a video security camera means thinking carefully about your field of view. If the camera lens has a fixed focal length, you’re stuck with an effective coverage area that can’t be adjusted. A camera with a mechanical varifocal lens offers a more flexible alternative. It’s possible to adjust focal length manually during installation, letting you cover wide areas or zoom in for a tighter close-up on particular points of interest. And if you want even greater installation flexibility plus reduced set-up costs, then e-Varifocal technology provides an ideal answer. A growing range of Sony video security cameras – including X series minidome models and other IPELA ENGINE models except W and H Series – allow zoom to be adjusted electronically. This gives a fixed-lens camApril 2015

era similar ability to an optical varifocal lens that can adjust field of view.

Clear, detail-packed zoom: the secret’s in the sensor

ooming digitally can degrade picture quality, but e-Varifocal maintains the selected resolution and image quality across the zoom range. The Full HD image sensor in Sony X Series security cameras provides a generous resolution of 1920x1080. Zoomed in electronically for a corresponding magnification factor of 1.5x, the resulting HD image still has a resolution of 1280x720 pixels, with plenty of crisp detail. Installers can fine-tune the camera’s field of view further with electronic pan and tilt once the camera’s in place. So now it’s quicker and easier to set up cameras with exactly the coverage you need – saving time and installation labour costs in the bargain. e-Varifocal technology offers installers another big benefit, too. With an optical varifocal lenses, changing focal length for any reason inevitably means

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having to re-adjust focus. e-Varifocal, in contrast, doesn’t need any focus readjustments when you zoom: everything stays pin-sharp when the camera’s focal length is altered.

Sony’s SNC-XM631, XM632, XM636 and XM637 minidome cameras are also compatible with a choice of three optional lenses, giving a nominal horizontal viewing angle of 83 degrees,

51 degrees or 25 degrees as required. Combined with e-Varifocal technology, this allows very flexible control over focal length from wide-angle scene coverage to tight close-ups.

New Generation ThruLink T

he ThruLink family is growing. With applications that range from single, mobile cameras to large-scale surveillance networks, ThruLink is now available in more formats: standard, standard plus, high capacity and high capacity plus. ThruLink is an encrypted VPN (virtual private network) device that allows you to send any type of Ethernet signal over a public network. It sets up an encrypted tunnel through the internet, over

3G/ 4G or any type of WAN and is designed for minimal setup and maintenance. New Generation ThruLink now delivers fault management providing failover at the network level as well as within the unit. In the example above, if the primary, ADSL line fails or is taken out, ThruLink switches to a secondary, 4G connection. Once the connection is re-established, ThruLink gives you options for re-

setting the link. It can either poll the connection and automatically connect to the primary path or allow you to manually reset – either remotely or onsite. ● Embedded 3G/ 4G versions. ● Supports meshed networks. ● Multiple failover.

Honeywell Expands Performance Series IP NVR Line with 8 and 16 Channel Models Compatibility with Honeywell’s equIP and Performance Series cameras multiplies options for customized surveillance systems

oneywell (NYSE:HON) has expanded its line of Performance Series IP embedded network video recorders (NVRs), giving customers more flexibility when designing customized

IP video systems. Now available in eight or 16 channel models, the embedded NVRs are compatible with Honeywell’s equIP Series and Performance Series IP cameras, broadening options for IPApril 2015

based surveillance systems. “Making the transition to IP cameras doesn’t have to be a big hassle – or a big burden on customers’ wallets,” said John Smith, Honeywell Senior Product

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Marketing Manager, “Our line of embedded NVRs enables security dealers to provide high-definition IP video surveillance solutions tailored to customers’ unique channel capacity needs at a cost-effective price point.” Customers can select from a wide range of IP cameras, including Honeywell’s recently released equIP Series S line of cameras – featuring pancake, indoor dome, rugged dome, bullet and box cameras ranging from 720p to 5 MP – as

well as the Performance Series 1080p IP ball and bullet cameras. An intuitive setup wizard and Power-over-Ethernet (PoE) plug-and-play functionality reduces system installation time and costs. Customers can tailor the amount of video captured and retained by adding up to eight terabytes of internal storage. The NVRs can be programmed to send automatic e-mail alerts when the system detects motion, network failures, alarm inputs and tam-

pering. Apple and Android mobile apps allow business owners to view video from web-enabled devices, including laptops, tablets and smartphones, providing peace of mind from virtually any location. In addition to the eight and 16 channel models, the Performance Series IP line of embedded NVRs includes fourchannel NVRs available in bundled kits with four ball or bullet style high-definition 1080p IP cameras.

Continuing to Strengthen its WDR Pro Product Portfolio

VIVOTEK Launches Four New Network Cameras IB8338-H, IB8338-HR, FD8138-H and FD8338-HV

IVOTEK has launched four brand new network cameras, including two professional bullet-style network cameras, the IB8338-H and IB8338-HR, and two professional fixed-dome network cameras, the FD8138-H and FD8338-HV. All of these advanced cameras are equipped with the latest 1-megapixel CMOS sensor, 2.8~12mm vari-focal, P-iris lens, VIVOTEK’s advanced WDR (Wide Dynamic Range) Pro technology. In its continued endeavor to pro-

vide the market with network cameras with superior image quality, VIVOTEK has been dedicated to bolstering its portfolio of WDR Pro products. The IB8338-H, IB8338-HR, FD8138-H and FD8338-HV, all designed with WDR Pro technology, are able to capture detailed features whenever a subject of interest appears in high-contrast lighting environments and generate a vividly realistic image representative of the original scene. Incorporating Smart Stream and 3D Noise Reduction Technology, all four cameras can substantially reduce bandwidth consumption while at April 2015

the same time enhancing image detail. Making these cameras even more powerful, a removable IR-cut filter as well as improved IR illuminators, effective up to 30m, ensure that the IB8338-H, IB8338HR, FD8138-H and FD8338-HV can secure superior image quality around the clock. To further enhance image quality, these four new cameras also come with a 2.8~12 mm vari-focal, P-iris lens, which controls the iris with extreme precision via its built-in stepper motor. By using software controls, the lens maintains the iris opening at an optimal level at all times. The uniquely-designed

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Daisy-Chain PoE extender is embedded within the IB8338-HR, allowing connecting any PoE IP cameras without an additional power source, thereby facilitating long-distance surveillance system implementation in factory areas, parking lots, crossroads, and outdoor sidewalks.

Moreover, with adopting VIVOTEK’s conduit box AP-FXC-0201, which is also designed with a Daisy-Chain PoE extender, FD8138-H and FD8338-HV are able to facilitate the easy implementation of a total PoE solution. For robust defense against rain, dust,

and even high-pressure water jets, the FD8338-HV, IB8338-H and IB8338HR are armed with tough, IP66-rated housing. All of these features make the FD8338-HV, IB8338-H and IB8338-HR the perfect cameras for any outdoor application.

Dallmeier Mobile Video Center App for iOS and Android The popular DMVC smartphone App for the mobile access to Dallmeier systems is now also available for Android devices

he App “Dallmeier Mobile Video Center” (DMVC) enables the mobile access to Dallmeier systems (DVR, NVR, server, cameras) using a smartphone with Android or iOS operating system. You can conveniently access the live video as well as the corresponding recordings on the go. Special transcoding prepares the video for ideal display on the smartphone and ensures a high frame rate at the same time. The Dallmeier App has an intuitive operation including multi-touch zoom and allows individual settings for 3G and Wi-fi operation. Particularly interesting: a 3G download counter with ad-

justable limit allows an efficient cost control at every moment. For an optimal overview all cameras are shown in a list with preview images. The video resolution is freely selectable: QCIF, CIF, 2CIF, 4CIF or HD. A recording and snap shot function are available both in live and playback mode. For a quick and convenient access on current recordings, there is a separate daily-track, addition-

ally an individual favourites list can be created. The request of system messages is also possible. The Dallmeier App ‘Dallmeier Mobile Video Center’ is available for free.

OPTEX to Replace the AX Series Long Range Photobeams with the New SL Series O

PTEX, Inc. announces the new feature rich SL Series, to replace the Long Range AX Series beams effective immediately. All 100ft. and 200ft. dual

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ment and environmental issues. With up to 650ft. of outdoor detection range and 4-channel beam frequency selection, the QDM and QDP models are perfect for

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high security perimeter applications. New features include: Dual Modulation: Enhances signal discrimination against potential interferences. Quad Beam Pattern: Dramatically cuts down on false alarms caused by birds and falling leaves. Sniper ViewFinder and Alignment

Sound Assist: The new telescope lens on the SL Series has a high level of visibility for optical alignment work. Even at 650ft., a perfect installation and stable performance can be achieved in minimal time. Sunshine Protection Technology: The SL Series has triple layer construction to allow for better performance against external light sources. (The sun, car headlights, mercury-vapor lamps and fluorescent lights). Beam Power Control Selector: Allows you to manually adjust the beam power to help prevent crosstalk due to reflection, interference due to unstable signal or noise when using multiple beams over long distances, and allows the detector to be used in shorter than rated distances.

Automatic Transmit Power Control: The A.T.P.C. automatically controls, adjusts and optimizes the power of the beam and maintains optimal performance. This decreases false and missed alarms caused by fog, frost, cross talk and signal saturation.(A.T.C.P. feature on QDM Model only). Re-Transmission Function: When the alarm input terminal on the transmitter receives a signal from another Optex detector, the transmission of the beam is stopped and the receiver outputs an alarm signal to the control panel. The advantage of this feature is the elimination of wiring from the additional detector back to the control panel. BAU-4 Compatible: The BAU-4 beam alignment unit automatically and accurately adjusts the optical access. This allows peak performance and gives one technician the ability to align a 350ft or 650ft SL detector without additional help.

Provides Biometric Time and Attendance to Caribou Coffee, UAE

uprema announced the deployment of a biometric time and attendance solution across Caribou Coffee chains in the United Arab Emirates. The project involves management of more than 300 employees across 50 locations throughout the region by automating the process of manual data capturing. Al-Sayer Holding, a major trading company in charge of Caribou Coffeeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s aggressive global growth strategy in the Middle East and Turkey, was looking for an automated method for data collection. The preexisting method of manual time & attendance data capturing

posed a number of problems such as unreliability, backtracking issues, and difficulties in further processing. A solution in which data can be collected automatically with the ability to integrate with the internal resource management software was required. BioLite Net is a compact IP fingerprint terminal with access control and

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time & attendance features. The device is highlighted by IP65 rated protection against dust and water which makes it suitable for both indoor & outdoor use. The device features simple user interface for quick, easy access to the device and is ideal for applications that require basic user interaction and a variety of installation environments The solution will collect reliable data that will be centralized in the corporate office and uses the benefits of an automatic biometric system to efficiently manage a dynamically altering workforce.

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Altronix Enhanced eFlow Power Supply/ Charger Delivers intelligent power that communicates. Remotely monitor, report and control power or devices from anywhere

ltronix introduces its new enhanced eFlow power supply/ chargers with 30 to 50% faster battery charging and new communication capabilities. eFlow models are now available and compatible with Altronix’s new LINQ2 Network Communication Modules for advanced remote diagnostics and control. “Our newly enhanced eFlow power supply/ chargers ensure maximum uptime for access control systems and edge devices,” said Alan Forman, President, Altronix Corporation, “In addition to providing end users and integrators with greater assurance that their power systems are operating properly and continu-

ously, the new communication feature eliminates costly service calls while creating new recurring revenue streams for

systems integrators and dealers.” When an eFlow power supply is coupled with the Altronix LINQ2 module, remote access and event reporting delivers accurate power diagnostics via e-mail and SNMP trap message notifications. This allows early intervention and response in handling system issues, which provides new RMR opportunities and minimizes system downtime and eliminates costly service calls. eFlow with LINQ2 also allows you to control and reset devices from anywhere there is Internet access. As with all Altronix products, eFlow is made in the U.S. and carries a lifetime warranty.

Pelco by Schneider Electric Introduces

Miniature, Entry-Level, 360° Surveillance Camera New Evolution Mini 360° indoor camera extends popular Evolution panoramic camera range with affordable, discreet, and powerful performance – and introduces new 3-year warranty

elco by Schneider Electric has released the new Evolution Mini 360° indoor surveillance camera. With an impressively small diameter of only 4.25 inches (108mm), the Evolution Mini is one of the smallest 360° cameras in the industry, making it a great cost-effective camera for hospitality, education, retail and banking facilities – anywhere a small, discreet, but robust camera is

required. In addition to the new Evolution Mini product, Pelco has extended the warranty period to three years for all Evolution 360° series cameras, and now with the availability of the Pelco Endura 360 Viewer, all Evolution 360 series cameras can connect to Endura video management systems. This is in addition to existing connectivity to Pelco Digital April 2015

Sentry and numerous third party VMS platforms. “Evo Mini offers a great way for customers to maximize their video security coverage and investment,” said Kevin Saldanha, Senior Product Manager, Pelco by Schneider Electric, “As with all products in the Evolution 360° series, this exciting new joint-venture product combines Oncam Grandeye’s award-

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winning 360-degree cameras and clientside de-warping technology, with excellent Pelco service and support, product delivery, and warranty fulfillment.” Suitable for ceiling, wall or table mounted applications, the Evolution Mini is an IP camera with a 5-megapixel sensor and no moving parts. The small unit is designed for quick and easy indoor installations where a professional, small indoor enclosure is required. The Evolution Mini has a convenient surface-mounting design that fully supports

IEEE802.3af Class 2 Power-overEthernet for installation convenience. With client-side dewarping and retrospective analysis, customers have the best forensic tool available on the market today. Dewarping on the network video recorder (NVR) provides an immersive experience that allows customers to go back in time to retrospectively view the total scene in its original form and then pan, tilt, and/ or zoom within the 360-degree image – just like a live image. With this powerful tool, multiple users can view the same image with different perspectives concurrently from a single camera – either live or recorded.

Product Features: ● Constant 360° surveillance, no blind spots. ● Ultra-small light weight enclosure ideal for discreet mounting. ● No moving parts means silent operation and no wear and tear. ● Fully supports IEEE802.3af Power over Ethernet (PoE). ● Quick and easy installation. ● Minimum illumination 0.2 lux, providing clarity in low light. ● Onboard Micro SD card and advanced event management. ● Micro SD card slot for future local recording feature and advanced event management. ● Configurable privacy regions. ● Video motion detection within defined areas of interest. ● Fully integrated with multiple VMS platforms to provide live and retrospective de-warping.

Grundig’s Ultra-HD Fisheye Camera Includes IR Illumination and Built-in de-Warping Software

he new Grundig Fisheye camera is based on Sony’s advanced 6MP CMOS sensor. The camera, model num-

ber GCI-M0566F, has 360° panoramic and 180° viewing options in image resolutions of up to 6MP, 3072x2048p at 25fps. It provides ultra-HD overview images of a site and is ideally suited to retail environments. Grundig has included six IR LEDs in the design, a unique feature of the camera which enables SMART night-time illumination. True day/ night functionality, with 0.2/ 0.02Lux sensitivity, delivers impressive low-light performance when IR illumination is overridden. April 2015

Despite its compact design, the Grundig Fisheye camera is packed with cutting edge technology. Built-in de-warping presents corrected video streams to NVR or VMS control and recording solutions. Further video stream options include 4MP at 25fps or 2MP at 50fps, with simultaneous quad video streams at lesser resolutions. Digital pan, tilt and zoom control is enabled in live and playback modes. This enables users to zoom into overview images in more detail, after an event. Site coverage is achieved with fewer cameras

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making it a cost-effective CCTV solution. Five rectangular privacy zones can be configured and video enhancement features include wide dynamic range (WDR), digital noise reduction (DNR)

and back light compensation (BLC). A built-in SD/ SDHC memory slot is compatible with 64GB cards enabling alarm and scheduled recording. PoE, ONVIF Profile S integration, bidirectional audio and webserver access

for smartphones (iOS and Android) and tablets are standard. Grundig’s Fisheye camera can be ceiling or wall mounted with flip, mirror, vertical and rotational settings for optimal site positioning.

Releases

A Compact Video Door Entry Station T

alkaphone has introduced a compact video door entry station that features a contemporary new design and IP66 weather rating for tough environments. The embedded wide-angle megapixel camera is ONVIF compliant and offers a clear view of the caller. Unlike closed intercom systems, Talkaphone’s compact video door entry station works with major video management system (VMS) vendors and offers

sound clarity in the industry. This combination of performance and contemporary style has become synonymous with the Talkaphone brand. The compact video door entry station is SIP compliant and allows other IP devices to be connected directly into the unit and share network connectivity.

greater deployment flexibility to higher education institutions, healthcare and corporate facilities, and other institutions where it is necessary to retain video evidence. Talkaphone’s high quality speaker and microphone components coupled with a proprietary audio enhancement algorithm offer the best

Transcend Releases JetFlash 880 USB 3.0 Flash Drive for On-The-Go Storage T ranscend Information, Inc. announces the launch of the JetFlash 880 OTG (On-The-Go) flash drive. Designed to transform the way Android users carry, transfer and exchange personal digital content, the JetFlash 880 features a USB 3.0 interface for even faster transfer speeds between computers to boost efficiency.

cess JetFlash 880 also features a micro USB 2.0 interface for Android devices that support USB On-The-Go. This allows users to move or copy files to and from their device’s memory card via

Dual USB Access: USB 3.0 + micro USB

a steady USB connection that is faster and more reliable than Wi-Fi, Bluetooth and mobile internet 3G/ 4G. Combining two interfaces into one high-capacity flash drive up to 64GB, the JetFlash 880 focuses on the portable storage needs of mobile device users and eliminates dependence on computers, cables and adapters.

COB manufacturing – lighter and smaller metallic design

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size and lighter weight than ordinary flash drives; ideal for Ultrabook and notebooks. Despite their petit appearance, the use of innovative COB (Chip On Board) engineering makes the JetFlash 880 completely resistant to dust and water.

Transcend Elite App – download from Google Play for free

eaturing File Management, File Encryption and One-touch Backup functions, the Transcend Elite App allows users to easily explore files on

the inserted memory card or USB flash drive, transfer files with 256-bit AES Encryption, share files to a variety of cloud storage services, and quickly backup photos, videos, documents, and other important content stored on their Android device.

Launches

Mobile App for Latest iPhones to Obtain Surveillance Video from any DVR Next-generation MobileCamViewer app simplifies connectivity of DVRs to iPhone 6 and 6 Plus smartphones for on-the-go surveillance

obiDEOS first made waves in the security sector with MobileCamViewer, the trendsetting smartphone and tablet app for remote monitoring and mobile surveillance. Now, the company has released its next-generation MobileCamViewer app for its all-in-one UCNE cloud- and network-enabled surveillance system, allowing users to quickly and automatically connect any DVR, regardless of make and model, by simply entering its IP address in the app’s user interface. Now available in Apple’s iOS App Store, the new MobileCamViewer app allows iPhone 6 and 6 Plus users to view high-quality live and recorded video from multiple cameras, accessible within seconds of launching the app.

Additionally, the app supports motion detection and video blind/ loss alerts, along with playback of recorded video and alerts on any networked DVR. The app, which is officially called Law Enforcement Edition MobileCamViewer, has been fully tested and officially certified by Apple. “The testing process and official certification by Apple ensures a fully functioning app that works with the latest-generation iOS smartphones,” said Sri L. Palasamudram, Chief Executive Officer mobiDEOS, “This eliminates the connectivity problems many security operations experience with built-in DVR apps, which in most cases are out of date and have not been thoroughly tested April 2015

for use with the latest iPhones. Using MobileCamViewer, UCNE users can now integrate on-the-go monitoring to their surveillance operations, providing the additional freedom that monitoring from a fixed location cannot provide.” mobiDEOS launched UCNE, an acronym for Universal Cloud and Network Enabler, in late 2014 as a costefficient, enterprise-level solution

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for transitioning from legacy to IP- and cloud-based surveillance networks. Though best known for its innovative MobileCamViewer apps, UCNE expands the companyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s offerings beyond basic remote monitoring and into comprehensive enterprise-level surveillance systems. UCNE further accelerates transitions to the network by supporting integration of analog DVRs from

any vendor; and seamless integration across the security ecosystem, includ-

ing VMS platforms, access control systems, video analytics and other key components of traditional CCTV. The wireless connectivity to UCNE-networked DVRs enabled through MobileCamViewer reiterates mobiDEOSâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; commitment to continually enhancing and updating UCNEâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s capabilities, including compatibility with leading security components as well as consumer devices.

Launches

Mobile Managed Emergency Light Testing Lux Intelligent makes emergency light testing and management so easy you can do it from your phone

lobal fire systems business Advanced has launched Lux Intelligent, a new emergency lighting testing system with cloud monitoring and mobile management. It offers time and cost savings, a host of unique technical features and proves compliance with BS5266-1. Lux Intelligent is an addressable, automatic test system that shows all emergency lighting is compliant and functioning, with no engineer intervention required, saving money and time. It can be easily networked and retrofitted onto existing wiring and luminaires, keeping installation costs to a minimum. A unique feature of Lux Intelligent is cloud monitoring and system management via mobile and web apps. Test data is stored securely in the cloud and the system delivers live details on status, faults, test failures and advisories from a smartphone or via a web browser, allowing users to monitor all their sites, anywhere in the world, right down to individual devices. Users can share the

sites or panels with engineers and maintenance staff and e-mail maintenance and test reports in one click. The system is easily installed in one panel or networked formats. Networks can be standard cable, allowing 200 panels to be networked, or customers can use their own LAN and wireless networks. This low cost, no disruption method allows an unlimited number of panels to be networked to cover large or multiple sites right across the globe and monitored via the cloud. Lux Intelligent works with almost any light, including LEDs, from almost any manufacturer and can be easily added to existing wiring, offering considerable savings on installation and maintenance April 2015

costs. It works with any existing system including central battery, and each panel has up to four loops each supporting 249 luminaires. The system has a unique set of test methods that include the standard current and voltage tests, but also direct light level measurement via fibre optics. Once installed, the panels should never need to be looked at, apart from a three year battery check; in fact, their reliability is so high that Advanced has removed the key from the panel front.

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“It’s probably fair to say that no other emergency lighting testing system makes compliance with BS5266-1 easier or more cost effective,” comments Advanced’s Marketing Manager Aston Bowles, “In fact, we’re so confident that Lux Intelligent will save users time and money that we provide a savings calculator on our website, showing how the automatic testing technology, easy in-

stallation and cloud monitoring add up to impressive savings and benefits within a very short time.” “I don’t believe there’s another system out there that can match Lux Intelligent for performance and ease-of-use,” adds Dave Henderson, the company’s emergency lighting product manager, “A well-tested, compliant system that works when you need it is the goal. We achieve

this in a few simple steps. Firstly, we offer live status and test reporting; secondly, we store all of your data securely in three places: the panel, the PC and the cloud; thirdly, we give you access to that data on your phone, tablet or any computer and, finally, we make it simple to share sites, panels or test and maintenance reports with your team or 3rd party partners quickly and easily.

Introduces

VideoPush for Exacq Mobile in Version 6.8 exacqVision adds faster camera discovery, new camera integrations and more

xacq Technologies, part of the Security Products business unit of Tyco, introduces faster camera discovery and VideoPush to mobile devices with exacqVision 6.8 and automatic backup of recorder configurations in Enterprise System Manager (ESM), a health monitoring program for use with exacqVision Enterprise network video recorders (NVRs). The EasyConnect feature introduced last year has been enhanced in exacqVision 6.8. EasyConnect allows users to find, address and connect multiple IP cameras to their network automatically. Now, camera scanning takes half the time as it

did previously. The faster camera discovery also improves the user’s ability to find more cameras on busy networks and in more challenging network configurations where the camera and recorder are on different subnets. exacqVision users can now utilize the VideoPush feature to and from Exacq Mobile. VideoPush gives exacqVision Enterprise users the ability to instantly push selected cameras, layouts, tours, groups or entire views to another exacqVision client monitor. With the latest release, Exacq Mobile now supports pushing video from the exacqVision client to a user with the Exacq mobile application open on their mobile device. This new feature enables greater collaboration between security professionals as they are walking around a site or working in various locations. In addition to VideoPush, the latest Exacq Mobile app supports receiving and decoding H.264 video directly on April 2015

the mobile device. Saving bandwidth and CPU on the server running the web service, it automatically negotiates whether to transcode or stream H.264 based on the specific mobile device performance. ESM now allows administrators to automate and schedule recorder configuration backups. Administrators can configure backup exports on multiple servers simultaneously. With the new configuration management feature, ESM eases the management of backups in large environments. The exacqVision VMS is accessed with the freely distributed exacqVision client software (Windows/ Linux/ Mac), the exacqVision free web browser client available for all leading web browsers (Google Chrome, Firefox, Internet Explorer, Safari and Opera), as well as the free Exacq mobile app for iOS, Android and Windows Phone 8 devices. The VMS software is included with pre-configured exacqVision NVR servers or it can be installed on thirdparty Windows or Linux-based systems.

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Announces

Enhancements to Flexzone™ More power and performance for the state-of-the-art, ranging fence-mounted sensor

enstar announces exciting enhancements to FlexZone, its state-of-theart ranging fence-mounted sensor that enables flexible zoning through software. Tripling zone support, extending power around the perimeter, and boasting even better performance, FlexZone now features: ● 60-Zone support: Each FlexZone processor supports up to 600m of sensor cable and can now be configured in software to support up to 60 distinct, individually-sized detection zones (it previously supported 20). FlexZone’s fine-grained zoning enables accurate camera pointing which reduces operator response time and allows zones for gates and entranceways to be defined without auxiliary equipment. ● Power supply sharing: FlexZone now supports up to five processors

per power supply (it previously supported three). This allows FlexZone to be installed at large sites while requiring access to only one or two power points, making installation easier and reducing material and labor costs. ● EDAPT: Environmentally Derived Adaptive Processing Technology (EDAPT) mitigates the effects of wind and heavy rain. Using its precision ranging capability, FlexZone accounts for the background environmental noise level in the vicinity of a disturbance before declaring an alarm. Stewart Dewar, Senstar’s Product Manager said, “When Senstar first launched FlexZone in April 2014, we introduced a top quality, cost-effective, and easy-to-install perimeter intrusion detection product. To date, installations of FlexZone in North America and Eu-

rope have gone smoothly and our customers have been happy with the ease of implementation and its operation. “Since its launch, and as part of Senstar’s commitment to innovation, we have continued to look for ways to make FlexZone even better. The enhancements we have made help to reinforce FlexZone as an excellent choice for protecting both large and small sites.” Other enhancements to FlexZone include audio input of fence response and internal alarm queuing in case of network interruption. Senstar’s other products: FiberPatrol, the ranging fiber system which provides pin-point detection for perimeters up to 10 miles; Tungsten, the new cyber security Ethernet switch; Rubidium, the centralized cyber monitoring system; and OmniTrax, the awardwinning ranging buried cable detection sensor.

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Affordable, Reliable and Scalable 4-bay Rackmount NAS for Small and Home Offices NAP® Systems, Inc. has announced the new affordable, 4-bay 1U rackmount TS-451U Turbo NAS, featuring a dual-core Intel® Celeron® 2.41GHz processor that delivers high multi-tasking abilities for small & home offices in handling daily operations including file storage, backup, sharing, synchronization, and more. Designed for scalability, the storage capacity of the TS-451U can

be easily expanded with an economical expansion enclosure to meet the

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NAS segment, we are glad to be the first NAS company to introduce the energy-efficient, 64-bit Celeron®powered TS-451U, which is designed for budget-conscious SOHO users to store and back up data without sacrificing performance,” said Jason Hsu, Product Manager of QNAP, “Coupled with feature-rich business applications, QvPC Technology, Virtualization Station and 1080p video transcoding, the TS-451U delivers the best cost-effectiveness for growing business data needs.” Powered by a dual-core Intel Celeron 2.41GHz processor with 1GB energy-efficient DDR3L RAM (upgradable to 8GB), the TS-451U is a powerful NAS that delivers up to 220 MB/s read & write speeds with dual LAN ports. Its full NAS AES 256-bit volume encryption ensures the safety of sensitive data. The TS-451U provides compre-

hensive data protection and featurerich office applications, including SSD cache for boosting the IOPS performance of storage volumes; comprehensive RAID configuration and advanced storage pool design; Windows® and Mac® backup solutions and RTRR, rsync and cloud storage backup solutions; Windows, Mac, and Linux/ UNIX cross-platform file sharing benefiting organizations with large amount of users; and Windows AD, LDAP Directory Service and Windows ACL for improving efficiency of user permission settings and management. Users can gradually expand the TS-451U’s total storage to 128TB raw capacity on demand by connecting a 12-bay QNAP UX-1200U-RP RAID expansion enclosure. With this flexibility, organizations can be confident that the NAS will suit their storage requirements both now and in the future.

With QvPC Technology, the TS451U can be directly operated and managed by plugging in a keyboard, mouse and HDMI monitor and it allows users to quickly set up NAS settings, access stored data, run multiple applications using Windows/ Linux/ UNIX/ Android-based VMs created in Virtualization Station, surf the web, watch 1080p videos with XBMC, monitor live surveillance feeds from up to 24 IP cameras, and much more. The real-time and offline transcoding capabilities allow for smooth video playback experience on various devices across bandwidth-limited network connections. The Signage Station app also provides more practical SOHO applications with great tools to create advertisements or animated materials for promoting business services, and to update contents in a timely manner. The new TS-451U Turbo NAS is now available.

New Compact High Output D2x Explosion Proof Horn Sounders and Horn/Beacon Units from E2S T

mm deep die-cast marine grade aluminium housing. Designed for use in Zone 2, 22 and Division 2 hazardous locations, the D2x is a truly global product range, with multiple approvals permitting use in regions covered by IECEx, ATEX, NEC and CEC regulations. With four remotely

he new D2x family from E2S Warning Signals, the world’s largest independent warning device manufacturer, is based on a high output 116 dB(A) SPL 64-tone 4-stage horn sounder, which can be combined with a powerful 5 or 10 Joule Xenon strobe in a compact 130 mm wide, 125

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triggered alarm stages the D2x can signal multiple safety warnings or process events. In the combined units, the Xenon strobe beacon and the alarm horn sounder can be activated individually via separate terminations or linked for simultaneous operation from a common power supply. The horns offer 64 internationally and nationally recognised alarm tones plus continuous, intermittent, sweeping

and alternating tones with an effective range of up to 125m (410ft); multisounder systems are automatically synchronised. In combined audible/ visible units the polycarbonate beacon lenses are user-changeable, with a choice of Amber, Blue, Clear, Green, Magenta, Red and Yellow colours. The corrosion proof, marine grade aluminium die cast enclosure, available in either red or grey, is phosphat-

ed and powder coated with an ingress protection level of IP66 and NEMA Type 4/ 4X/ 3R and 13, ensuring resilience in the harshest of environments. Dual cable entries and duplicated cable termination provide the facility to loop in and out, minimising installation time and cost. For maximum compatibility, the devices can be powered from 24 or 48V DC or 115 or 230V AC.

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Xtralis introduces ADPRO XOa 3 XOa 3 is immediately available free-of-charge and can be downloaded onto existing ADPRO FastTrace 2 series systems. This revolutionary detection, verification, and response platform can vastly improve guarding and even replace guards for a lower total-cost-of-ownership

tralis has released the ADPRO XOa 3 SecurityPlus Remotely Programmable Operating System for FastTrace™ 2 Series Remotely Managed Multi-service Gateways (RMG). Xtralis is renowned for its best-in-class early and reliable detection, automatic remote visual verification through any network condition, and remote multilevel response, which vastly improves guarding services at significantly lower costs or enables the replacement of human guards while avoiding the unnecessary dispatch of first responders.

and ventilation or any other building subsystem, all from a remote monitoring station. XOa 3 also provides unique business intelligence capabilities, using security infrastructure to monitor customer behaviour to improve sales and customer service. XOa 3 expands the number of channels supported to 32x5Mbps IP video cameras, with up to 32 of Xtralis’ award-winning analytic applications (32x32) per FastTrace system.

How can XOa 3 replace or improve guard performance?

n addition to security, guards do many other tasks in a facility, from fire response to basic building management functions and some customer service engagement. While human guards can suffer from exhaustion and information overload which can make them less effective and efficient, Xtralis video content analytics, including IntrusionTrace, LoiterTrace, and SmokeTrace are highly accurate, always alert, and immune to false alarms or missed

What is ADPRO XOa 3?

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threats, regardless of conditions on the scene. The strength of early and accurate detection combined with very highresolution video streams (32 channels @ 5Mbps), delivers an unprecedented ability to secure and control premises from a remote monitoring station 24/7. This is equivalent to having 32 sets of eyes, ears, voice, and hands at a single facility, all managed through a single FastTrace enabled by XOa 3.

How does XOa 3 help first responders?

he central monitoring station can partner with on-site personnel and first responders more efficiently and provide event notification, alarm images, and real-time video on mobile devices for situational awareness, with multi-level response capabilities including command and control of a site from anywhere. The ADPRO iTracemobile application provides live video images from the scene, building management commands to turn the lights on/ off, open/close a gate or door, and turn on/ off HVAC with one click to assist with first responder intervention as well as speak to people onsite to provide direction or instruction for evacuation. ADPRO iRespondis a mobile application that delivers alarm images and live video streams to first responders to provide intelligent situational awareness to enable them to plan a more effective intervention. This can be done en route to the site, saving time on arrival for planning an entry/ intervention.

What services does XOa 3 enable?

entral monitoring stations (CMS), end-users, and installers are already very familiar with the iLIDS®

approved IntrusionTrace analytics from Xtralis, the world’s best intrusion detection analytic. LoiterTrace provides unwanted or prolonged presence awareness for both inside and outside environments which can be used in many applications, including car parks, school grounds, and multitenant buildings. Two more services are now available from Xtralis, the new SmokeTrace analytic which works with existing smoke detectors to provide automatic visual verification of smoke and to reduce unnecessary intervention significantly. The new ClientTrace analytic uses existing security infrastructure to monitor customer behaviour to improve sales and customer service. Up to 32 of these security, safety, and business intelligence capabilities are available on a single platform simultaneously. These analytics can be deployed by CMS and installers at end customer sites on an as needed basis to significantly enhance the service offerings per site. In addition, XOa 3 can sense 168 inputs and control 144 outputs to deliver additional building management and security services, including energy savings through remote control of HVAC and lighting.

How does it enable service on a pay as you go basis?

he Xtralis Xchange web portal allows for remote downloading of software and licenses, so that new services can be enabled on XOa 3 devices as-needed. Analytics licenses can be purchased and immediately deployed, with the option to redeploy the analytic at another site to protect the customer’s investment. The ‘payApril 2015

as-you-go’ approach is the ideal recurring revenue-generating approach for CMS and installers, who gain the flexibility to deliver safety, security, and business intelligence to customers where and when they need it. Licenses are available in term and lifetime options.

Who can use XOa 3?

ll existing owners of a FastTrace 2 series system can immediately benefit from all of the above capabilities by downloading the software from License.XtralisSecurity.com. By doing so, the existing system is automatically activated to accept all the capabilities that XOa 3 offers. Any customer needing to enhance and or cost-reduce guarding services can do so with a XOa 3 enabled FastTrace. All new FastTrace 2 series systems will be shipped with XOa 3.

Why is an XOa 3 enabled FastTrace the ideal investment?

his is the last platform that you’ll ever need. It grows with the user and is supported by continuous Xtralis innovation in services and technology. Expandable through remote programmability, users can continue to benefit from the initial investment, for many years to come, even if the needs of their site change. This combination of FastTrace and XOa 3 is the solution that keeps on giving. Only Xtralis, due to its long history of innovation and reliability, can replace guards with greater reliability and at much lower cost, providing CMS and installer increased revenue potential on a recurring basis, while dramatically reducing the total cost of ownership to their customers.

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Lens Selection for Video Surveillance Systems By Andrea Iniguez – VP Business Development, Theia Technologies

his is a story of lens selection gone wrong, and right. Often it seems, lens selection is not given much attention, and at worst is an afterthought. Even when it is considered carefully, it is not always fully understood. Due diligence is important to avoid costly mistakes when designing video surveillance systems. The following two case studies will be used to illustrate some of the most important considerations in lens selection. Both cases are from the public schools sector. Both schools had defined goals, both did research, evaluation and testing of the selected lenses before installation. Yet one project failed, while the other was a success. So what went wrong in the failed case? What made the difference in the successful application? We’ll dig into the details to find out.

Case Study 1: New Jersey High School

he school described their problem as a safety issue. They had unacceptable aggressive student physical behavior they did not want to escalate into

violence, as well as limited theft. They cameras would provide them higher imthought that an improved video surveil- age resolution and still allow them to use lance system would help with deterrence wide angle lenses to cover wide areas. as well as post event response. Their They looked for megapixel cameras and existing video surveillance system was did a comparison of numerous camera composed of analog cameras they con- brands, models, and features. They dissidered ‘high resolution,’ but not high covered that not all megapixel cameras enough resolution for use with wide an- could meet their needs. In addition, they researched wide gle lenses that they felt would cost effectively meet their coverage needs. They angle lenses looking for coverage of did not have or wish to have PTZ cam- their wide areas; they consulted local ineras as they had limited staff and would tegrators for advice. They evaluated lens not have enough time to control and samples from 4 lens manufacturers and monitor such equipment. The goals they found most wide angle lenses they tested identified included having forensic qual- presented a severe fisheye effect. And ity identification at entry and exit points, to their surprise they found that some people recognition in parking lots, and of the lenses tested resulted in a fuzzy, forensic quality identification in an unusually shaped hexagonal Hexagonal Hallway central hallway. The school security staff conducted an extensive online search for products to meet their needs. They felt that upgrading to megapixel April 2015

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or ‘blurry image,’ even when using a 5 megapixel camera. After the research and evaluation, they selected two 8 megapixel, 360 degree multi sensor cameras, one for the cafeteria, and another for the computer lab. They also selected thirty four 5 megapixel cameras, 11 of which were outdoor domes, 6 were indoor domes, and another 17 were 5” indoor domes. They chose eighteen 25 degree horizontal field of view lenses, and

Wide angle lens selection

he unique hexagonal hallway in the school was a challenge. According to the project manager Nick Steele, Salem City School District, Salem, NJ, “Every installer we contacted said the angles were way too aggressive in the ring and wanted us to double our cameras and halve the angles at the very least. The same for the parking lots. We actually got into a few heated arguments with a few ven-

Hexagonal hallway ring, taken with 5mpx camera and Theia SY125M

eight 90 degree lenses. In addition, they selected twelve 135 degree horizontal field of view, low fisheye distortion lenses from Theia Technologies – 6 to cover their hexagonal hallway, 2 to cover the parking lot and an open field area, 1 covering the front entry, 2 covering the corners of building wings, and 1 more covering two temporary buildings. They achieved the results expected when the project came in 30% under budget, they were able to achieve what they considered great resolution with the selected equipment in the designated placements, with excellent image fluidity, and fast response time. The administration was fully satisfied and planned to upgrade other schools in the district as well.

dors and installers. We did the math, and we knew the brand new (BrandX ) 5mpx camera could pull it off, we just had to find a lens that could prove them all wrong. We went searching and the only thing that met our specs was the Theia lens. Jaws dropped when they saw the pictures; not only did we get the massively wide angles we needed, but we did it without the fisheye everyone told us was impossible to avoid, and every single dot in the 5.1million pixel image is fully utilized and warpfree.” The combination of the 5 megapixel cameras and the 5 megapixel Theia lenses provided the resolution they expected, “You can tell if someone is holding a pencil.” April 2015

Case Study 2: Southern California High School

imilar to the problems outlined in the New Jersey high school, the safety of students and staff was the primary concern for the administration at this school. Their existing video surveillance system consisted of 170 analog cameras. The system did not provide enough resolution for wide angle lenses and a legally acceptable description of individuals. They also suffered from poor system reliability, with frequent breakdowns, and down time. In addition, the system was complex and costly to maintain and monitor. As to be expected, the administration’s goals were to achieve greater spatial coverage than with their existing analog system, improved image clarity, increased system uptime, and a more manageable system size. With a new system they expected to be able to zoom in to get legally acceptable descriptions of individuals from 60 to 70 feet away, and have wide and continuous coverage; they also did not want any PTZ cameras. Their approach was a little different. The school district hired a consultant to design a system to meet their needs. The consultant met with the school to understand their needs, selected the equipment, sought the advice of manufacturers, and conducted testing. The consultant specified the system, reducing the camera count from 170 analog cameras to 43 megapixel cameras, and 43 – wide angle, low distortion, 5 megapixel lenses, also from Theia Technologies. The result: the cameras and lenses were purchased, installed, and shortly thereafter the lenses were returned. What went wrong?

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What went wrong? Enter the CSI effect

s powerful as megapixel cameras combined with megapixel lenses can be, there are physical limitations of the technologies that popular shows such as CSI ignore, resulting in the creation of unrealistic expectations. There is an undeniable temptation to believe that with a megapixel camera and megapixel lens, anything is possible.

Image resolution versus field of view

ne important, but often neglected consideration is the trade-off between image resolution and field of view. With any given combination of camera and lens, the native resolution from the camera is spread over the entire field of view of the lens, affecting pixel density and image resolution. The wider the resolution is spread, the lower the pixel density. The images below, taken with the same camera from the same distance, illustrate this trade-off. The wid-

est field of view allows you to cover the widest area, but does not allow you to see high detail, while the narrowest field of view permits capture of high detail, but at the expense of wide area coverage. The next series of images, each taken with the same high resolution camera from the same distance away, similarly illustrates the sacrifice of high detail and ability to identify a person, with a wide angle of view and the ability to cover a wide area.

One size does not fit all

nother important consideration in systems design is tailoring,

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understanding the specific needs and using the right equipment to meet those needs. Earlier in the story you may have noticed that both the California and New Jersey schools recognized the need for different resolution at different locations. And yet equipment selected for the new California school system reflected a ‘one size fits all approach.’ This was a major fault of the system design which caused the return of the lenses. After installation, it was discovered that the school administration had expected not only to be able to cover the wide parking lot, but also zoom in to see license plates and identify faces at a distance. In this situation a combination of lenses, a wide angle lens for coverage, and a narrower one covering entry and exit points with high detail, could have been used in combination to accomplish both tasks. A more tailored approach to equipment selection might take longer, in terms of research and testing, and may also mean losing volume discounts achieved through buying units in larger quantities. But the annoyance, time, expense, downtime and safety risk of installing, then ripping out the incorrect equipment and re-installing the correct equipment will be saved.

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Use available tools

here are many useful tools available to help support systems design and correct equipment selection. One of those is Theia’s own free image resolution and lens calculator that allows you to input some important details of your application and potential equipment, then quickly calculates image resolution with those assumptions. You input the camera resolution and sensor size you intend to use, the lens field of view you

then provides an image that represents the level of image resolution you would get for your selected variables, allowing you to quickly see if you have enough resolution to meet the needs of your application.

off the pixel resulting in a fuzzy image. The spot size is the area where the lens focuses rays of light as illustrated in the images below. Megapixel lens focuses the light to a small spot

Do I need a megapixel lens?

n testing, the New Jersey high school determined that using a standard resolution lens with a 5 megapixel camera produced a blurry image. Most often if Bigger pixels of lower resolution camera doesn’t require a small focus spot

believe you need, then input your key project variables – either how much resolution you think you need in terms of pixel density, or how much coverage you need in distance (feet or meters), or how far away the camera is from the subject. The tool then calculates the other variables for you. For example, you indicate you plan to use a 5 megapixel, 1/ 2.5” sensor camera, and a 3mm lens, and you will be 50 feet away from your subject. The tool will calculate your pixel density, in this case 27 pixels/ foot and coverage width, here 97 feet wide. The tool

you want to take advantage of all the pixels a multi megapixel camera provides, a high quality lens with matching resolution is needed, otherwise the money spent on a high resolution camera is wasted. When using a megapixel camera it is important that the spot size of the focal plane of the lens used be comparable in size or smaller than the pixel size of the camera, otherwise the light falls April 2015

A megapixel lens requires more elements, more complex shaped and higher precision elements such as aspheres, making them more difficult to manufacture and more costly to purchase. In megapixel cameras the pixel size and the required lens spot size varies depending on the size of sensor and quantity of pixels it contains. You can have 2 different cameras, both 1.3 megapixel, but if the sensor size is not the same, the pixel size will be different. The figure below illustrates this.

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Do I need a day/ night lens?

cut filter at night allowing IR light to hit the sensor, an IR corrected, or day/ night lens is required. IR corrected lenses are specially designed to be able to focus visible spectrum light and IR spectrum light to the same focal plane. This requires a more complex lens design with often more lens elements, more complex shaped elements such as aspheres, as well as special coatings.

What about F/#?

In selecting a lens it is important to choose one that is designed for use with the same sensor size or smaller and designated to match or be higher than the megapixel rating of the camera. Beyond that, not all megapixel rated lenses are created equal and the task of selecting a megapixel lens is complex.

n the two school case studies, Theia’s SY125 lens was used. The SY125 lens is not day/ night or IR corrected. Was the lens selection correct? The answer is, it depends. A day/ night, or IR corrected lens maintains focus when light from the Infrared (IR) spectrum is present. Usually lenses are designed and focused in the visible spectrum light range. If they are not IR corrected, when light from the IR spectrum is introduced, there is a focus shift, or defocus resulting in a fuzzy image. Sunlight, streetlights (except fluorescents), and IR LED illuminators for invisible illumination are sources of IR light. When using a lens in naturally occurring IR light, when introducing IR illumination artificially with illuminators, and when using a day/ night cameras which remove the IR blocking, or IR

to understand the needs of your application, keeping in mind that these will vary by location, and may even be in conflict and require trade-offs to meet those needs.

he lens F/# determines the amount of light that passes through the lens and is expressed 1:1.8 or F1.8 or F/1.8 and refers to the lens focal length divided by the pupil diameter. The smaller the F/# means more light gathering ability, so in low light situations the lower the F/# the better. For security applications, look for lenses with F/# 2.0 or lower. The number of elements and glass coatings also affect light transmission, again requiring more complex lens designs and often more expensive lenses to achieve the desired F/# and light gathering ability.

No substitute for homework

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The lens pupil

After understanding the needs and goals of the applications and system, and researching the equipment for each location, then use tools to calculate if the selected equipment will do what you believe it should. Once this is done, verify the equipment will actually work by evaluating the products in the actual application. As is the case with most things, investing the time up front will save time and money in the long run. In summary, ● Define your needs in detail for each location/ application. ● Remember the lens in the beginning. ● Understand Needs vs. Wants, and identify trade-offs. ● Don’t over-engineer just because you can (CSI effect). ● Seek advice of experts – consultants, manufacturers, integrators. ● Don’t ignore in-house first hand experience. ● Research and use tools available (calculators, design tools). ● Test technical solutions in real situation to the extent possible. ● Remember the budget, but don’t be penny-wise and pound foolish. ● Invest the time, save the dime.

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Internet of Things Stimulates MEMS Market T

he explosive expansion of the Internet of things (IoT) is driving rapid demand growth for microelectromechanical systems (MEMS) devices in areas including asset-tracking systems, smart grids and building automation. Worldwide market revenue for MEMS directly used in industrial IoT

equipment will rise to $120 million in 2018, up from $16 million in 2013, according to IHS Technology (NYSE: IHS). Additional MEMS also will be used to support the deployment of the IoT, such as devices employed in data centers. This indirect market for industrial IoT MEMS will increase to $214 million in 2018, up from $43 million in 2013. The attached figure presents the IHS forecast of global MEMS revenue from direct and indirect IoT uses. Global market shipments for industrial IoT equipment are expected to expand to 7.3 billion units in 2025, up from 1.8 billion in 2013. The industrial IoT market is a diverse area, comprising equipment such as nodes, controllers and infrastructure, and used in markets ranging from building automation to

commercial transport, smart cards, industrial automation, lighting and health. Such gear employs a range of MEMS device types including accelerometers, pressure sensors, timing components and microphones. “The Internet of things is sometimes called the machine-to-machine (M2M) revolution, and one important class of machines – MEMS – will play an essential role in expansion of the boom of the industrial IoT segment in the coming years,” said Jeremie Bouchaud, Director and Senior Principal Analyst for MEMS and sensors at IHS, “MEMS sensors allow equipment to gather and digitize real-world data that then can be shared on the Internet. The IoT represents a major new growth opportunity for the MEMS market.” More information on the topic can be found in the report entitled “Internet of Things begins to impact High-Value MEMS” from the MEMS & Sensors service of IHS.

Industrial IoT applications for MEMS

uilding automation will generate the largest volumes for MEMS and other types of sensors in the industrial IoT market.

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Asset tracking is the second-largest opportunity for sensors in industrial IoT. This segment will drive demand for large volumes of MEMS accelerometers and pressure sensors. The smart grid also will require various types of MEMS, including inclinometers to monitor high-voltage power lines as well as accelerometers and flow sensors in smart meters. Other major segments of the industrial IoT market include smart cities, smart factories, seismic monitoring, and drones and robotics.

MEMS types

ccelerometers and pressure sensors account for most of the MEMS shipments for direct industrial IoT applications in areas including building automation, agriculture and medical. MEMS timing devices in smart meters and microphones used in smart homes and smart cities will be next in terms of volume.

Indirect benefits

o support the deluge of data that IoT will generate, major investments will be required in the backbone infrastructure of the Internet, including data centers. This, in turn, will drive the indirect demand for MEMS used in such infrastructure. Data centers will spur demand for optical MEMS, especially optical cross connects and wavelength selective switches. Big data operations also will require large quantities of integrated circuits (ICs) for memory. The testing of memory ICs makes use of MEMS wafer probe cards.

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Hikvision Partners with Agent Vi to Offer Intelligent Solution for Security Market H ikvision together with Agent Video Intelligence (Agent Vi) has announced strategic cooperation to integrate their products to allow Agent Vi’s embedded component to run on Hikvision cameras. The integration enables end users to run Agent Vi’s full range of video analytics solutions on up to 200 Hikvision cameras simultaneously per single server. Cameras from Hikvision’s 4 series Smart IP camera range are the first to be included in the integration. The cameras are designed to fully meet all professional market requirements for efficient bandwidth and storage utilization, as well as unparalleled image quality and customer convenience. With 1.3/ 2/ 3MP resolution in bullet, dome and box styles available, the cameras provide versatile solutions for users’ different needs. Agent Vi’s advanced video analytics platform, savVi™, boasts a set

of advanced, automated video analysis tools that provide for the immediate detection and extraction of events and valuable data from surveillance footage, replacing the manual and time-consuming tasks traditionally employed to monitor live video feeds or sift through recorded video. savVi offers the widest set of video analytics functionalities incorporated in a single product, including real-time event detection, video search and business intelligence applications. Through the integrated solution, Agent Vi’s software component is embedded inside the Hikvision cameras, allowing customers to deploy Agent Vi’s video analytics in an optimal set up that minimizes hardware requirements and eases deployment. “The strategic cooperation between Hikvision and Agent Vi allows Agent Vi to expand its reach to a very significant share of the global surveillance market,

strengthening Agent Vi’s position as the leading global provider of video analytics,” comments Itsik Kattan, CEO of Agent Vi, “Hikvision users will benefit from the integrated solution which offers them the most comprehensive and reliable video analytics solutions on the market. The Hikvision-Agent Vi integration allows the running of a full set of video analytics functionalities on hundreds of cameras per server, making the price point for the overall solution very attractive.” Keen Yao, International Marketing Director at Hikvision, comments, “With the embedded video analytics in Hikvision cameras, the new solution enables our users to better manage their system and help them locate critical events, to maximize security efficiency. Looking forward, Hikvision will continue to cooperate with Agent Vi to expand the integration and include more Hikvision camera models in the future.”

Security Sector Abuzz at GSA 2015 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Security sector abuzz at GSA2015 – Asia’s leading homeland security event

Asia’s Leading Homeland Security Event Exhibitors showcase new technology while experts assess the regional ISIS threat

Singapore, 5 March 2015 – Global Security Asia 2015 concluded its 6th successful iteration in Exhibitors showcase new technology while experts assess the(GSA) regional ISIS threat

lobal Security Asia (GSA) 2015 concluded its 6th successful iteration in Singapore, having run from 3-5 March 2015 at Suntec Singapore Conventionand Exhibition Centre. It showcased the latest trends and technologies in homeland security and addressed the

Singapore this evening. The event, which ran from 3-5 March 2015 at Suntec Singapore Convention

key issues surrounding the ISIS threat to egates in attendance from 11 Asia-Pacifand Exhibition Centre, showcased the latest trends and technologies in homeland security and countries including Cambodia, India, the region. addressed the key issues surrounding the ISISicthreat to the region. Republic of Korea, Malaysia, Myanmar, The exhibition saw more than 5,000 The exhibition saw more than 5,000 visitors over three days and featured nearly 200 exhibitors from Pakistan, Philippines, Sri 58 Lanka, Taiwan visitors over three There days toand 32 countries. see thefeatured latest in security hardware and software were also VIP delegates in fromfrom 11 Asia-Pacific countries, including India, Republic of Korea, Malaysia, ROC,Cambodia, Thailand and Vietnam. nearly 200 attendance exhibitors 32 countries. Myanmar, Pakistan, Philippines, Sri Lanka, Taiwan ROC, Thailand and Vietnam. VIPs, delgates and trade visitors There to see the latest in security hardVIPs, delgates andalso trade 58 visitors gotdelfirst-handgot demonstrations from bellwether exhibitorsfrom such asbellfirst-hand demonstrations ware and software were VIP Adani, SAAB, Lockheed Martin, Rafael, Cobham, Condor, iRobot, Cellebrite, Scott Safety, Glock, Norinco advanced technology and equipment on display at what is the leading exhibition April 2015and others as 67they put www.indiasafe.com

and conference covering all aspects of counter terrorism, internal state security, law enforcement and civil defence in the Asia Pacific. “We are really excited to be represented here at GSA2015 and show that Rafael remains at the

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“Our exhibitors and delegates were very positive about what they took away from our show. The various threats to national security keep evolving and growing in new ways and there is no doubt that we will see even stronger interest in MILIPOL Asia-Pacific in 2017, incorporating Global Security Asia, in Singapore, as collaboration across the region deepens.” – Andrew Marriott Managing Director of GSA Exhibitions Pte Ltd wether exhibitors such as Adani, SAAB, Lockheed Martin, Rafael, Cobham, Condor, iRobot, Cellebrite, Scott Safety, Glock, Norinco and others as they put advanced technology and equipment on display at what is the leading exhibition and conference covering all aspects of counter terrorism, internal state security, law enforcement and civil defence in the Asia Pacific. “We are really excited to be represented here at GSA 2015 and show that Rafael remains at the cutting edge of defence and security technology,” said BG (Ret) Zion Sapir, General Manager of Rafael Singapore, “It has been a very successful outing for us this year and it was an honour to demonstrate our sys-

tems to the many visitors at the show.” Guest of Honour Mr Masagoes Zulkifli, Senior Minister of State, Ministry of Home Affairs and Ministry of Foreign Affairs, officiated the opening ceremony and had a tour of the exhibition. VIPs and delegates were also enthused about the event. “This is an excellent event in terms of speakers and providing us with the opportunity to improve on global security issues and knowledge. The exhibition has given a significant boost to the importance for our business contacts and established good relationships with them,” Said Brigadier Jayampathi Tilakarathne of the Sri Lanka Army. GSA 2015 also addressed key is-

sues surrounding the ISIS threat to the region at its conference entitled ‘The New Asian Threat Landscape.’ The two-day conference was attended by over 300 representatives from commercial and government organisations, who gathered to discuss the region’s threats and how best to mitigate, prevent and react to them. “It is very encouraging to see people from all over, from both commercial and government organisations, come together to collaborate and build towards a common understanding and common strategy for fighting extremism,” said Conference Chair Dr. Rohan Gunaratna, Professor of Security Studies at the S. Rajaratnam School of International Studies, and Head of the International Centre for Political Violence and Terrorism Research at Nanyang Technological University in Singapore. Other speakers highlighted the prevalent threat of radicalisation via social media and the possible use of biological agents such as smallpox or anthrax as the key challenges facing national security efforts.

VIVOTEK Integrates with Milestone Announces the availability of a dedicated driver for VIVOTEK IP cameras enabling optimal functionality with Milestone Systems XProtect® VMS

n a step that will allow the optimal integration of VIVOTEK’s network cameras and the Milestone XProtect open platform IP video management software, VIVOTEK announces that Milestone, based on VIVOTEK’s web API (Application Programming Interface), has launched a driver in Milestone XProtect® Device Pack 7.8 dedicated to

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demands. Installation flexibility and expandability are two important factors that lie behind customers’ considerations when implementing an IP surveillance system. With this in mind, the integration of hardware and software platforms is critical to keep products and services at the forefront of innovation, with the latest in cutting-edge applications to

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meet a variety of customers’ needs. The launch of a dedicated driver will facilitate the implementation of Milestone’s software and VIVOTEK’s hardware in dynamic vertical applications to be more efficient and cost-effective. Christian Bohn, Milestone Systems VP Corporate Marketing & Alliances says, “We are delighted about the new possibilities for Milestone Channel Partners and customers that this announcement brings to them. The Milestone eco system of partners now gains the full advantage of the new integration between VIVOTEK’s cameras and Milestone’s award winning open platform Video Management Software. This will surely

be a business accelerator and an important proof of the momentum of open platform technology.” William Ku, Vice President, Brand Business Division, VIVOTEK stated, “VIVOTEK has been dedicated to integrating our cameras with leading software and hardware platforms. Looking at the increasing importance and significant synergy brought by the seamless integration of hardware and software, it is our great pleasure to have this dedicated driver. The cooperation with Milestone, in addition to demonstrating VIVOTEK’s strong commitment in delivering world-class security solutions, further opens up more business possibilities for

both companies in the future.” Milestone’s Dedicated Driver in Device Pack 7.8 supports VIVOTEK’s new devices: FE8171, FD8335H, FD8135H, FE8174, FE8181, SD8363E, SD8364E, IP8155HP, IP8165HP, FD8355EHV, FD8365EHV, IP8335H, FD8363, FD8362, FE8180, IB8367-(R), FD8167& FD8367-V. The XProtect Device Pack 7.8 and the Device Pack Release Notes are all available for download from the Downloads section of Milestone’s website. For the complete list of supported devices, features and firmware, please refer to Milestone’s Supported Hardware list.

Software House Enhances C•CURE Fault Tolerance Integration with Stratus everRun Products Provides 24/7 Protection

oftware House, part of the Security Products business unit of Tyco, the world’s largest pure-play fire protection and security company, offers an even higher level of 24/7 protection with the transition to Stratus Technologies’ everRun Enterprise and Express v7.2 fault tolerant business continuity solutions for its C•CURE 9000 and C•CURE 800/8000 access control platforms. “Maintaining system uptime in times of power or connectivity disruption is one of the most critical aspects of security monitoring,” said Jason Ouellette, Product Line Director, Access Control, Tyco Security Products, “The marriage of Stratus Technologies’ redundancy product with C•CURE platforms makes already highly reliable access control

systems even more robust and fault tolerant.” Through its partnership with Stratus, C•CURE has strengthened its fault tolerant capabilities by deploying everRun Enterprise and Express. By operating on two machines, C•CURE continues to run even if one machine fails. If a component fails, it is replaced with a healthy component from the second system. Additionally, memory check-

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ing ensures that all current transactions as well as memory and cached data are preserved. everRun is available in Enterprise and Express versions, giving customers the flexibility to choose their level of protection. The everRun preventative-based model is focused on helping organizations continue to operate and compute – even during failures. In the event of an incident, the software issues e-mail alerts to authorized personnel. Users can choose from a variety of automatic failover and recovery options based on availability needs rather than the size of their C•CURE system. The scalable system, which requires minimal IT staff input for operation, is able to grow with each customer’s changing business needs.

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CNL Software and Candid Security Solutions Partner for Major Projects in the UAE Integration of PSIM and ANPR solutions for Safe City, Government and Law Enforcement

NL Software announces that it has completed the integration of IPSecurityCenter™ PSIM with the ANPR range of products from Candid Security Solutions LLC, a specialist manufacturer and developer of ANPR application software and traffic solutions. The two companies have been collaborating on major safe city, government and law enforcement projects in the UAE to deliver integrated and scalable vehicle monitoring and parking security solutions. Based on a high accuracy LPR engine, Candid provides a full range of sophisticated and secure capabilities for ANPR applications, including speed control, electronic tolling, access control, parking systems and red light enforcement. Formalized under the CNL Software Technology Alliance Program (TAP), the integration is in response to several

major safe city, government and law enforcement projects in the UAE. The incorporation of Candid’s ANPR range of hardware and software with IPSecurityCenter PSIM allows all license plate information to be analyzed in conjunction with data from other connected systems; such as violation databases, historic video evidence, barrier control and other security technologies. “Our collaboration with IPSecurityCenter PSIM enables ANPR data to be combined with information from other security systems providing the highest degree of awareness and control for end users from gate house security to the largest law enforcement traffic solutions,” explains Tawfiq Zaki Al Jaja, General Manager at Candid Security Solutions LLC MENA Office, “Candid and CNL Software are both committed to providing flexible, innovative solutions

for our end users and we look forward to working together on more projects.” “The integration between IPSecurityCenter PSIM and Candid is part of a comprehensive situational intelligence solution which optimizes the level of security for organizations including those managing secured access areas for vehicles, car parks and public traffic infrastructure,” says Daniel Bloodworth, General Manager at CNL Software Middle East, “Our work with technology partners such as Candid is key to developing intelligent management solutions for all aspects of security within our customers. To ensure we continue to support our partners and end users we are growing our team in the UAE even further with the addition of four more staff; including the relocation of highly skilled staff from our UK headquarters.”

Allegion to Preview New ENGAGE™ Technology at ISC West, April 15-17 New connectivity platform provides cost-effective and efficient solution

llegion announced it will be showcasing its new ENGAGE™ technology, one of the industry’s newest connectivity platforms, on April 15-17 at ISC West. ENGAGE™ technology makes it

easy to connect people, openings and access together, delivering cost-effective intelligence and efficiency to any facility. Schlage® NDE Series wireless locks are the first locking platform to use ENApril 2015

GAGE technology and are designed to be easy to install, connect, manage and use. With the NDE Series, there is now a new option to help clients migrate from mechanical hardware to a credentialbased electronic solution.

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Property and facility managers with multiple tenants can now recommend an access management solution for the interior that is simple, affordable and easy to manage as a compliment to their traditional perimeter solution. The NDE Series simplifies installation by combining the lock, credential reader, door position sensor and requestto-exit switch all in one unit which can be installed with a Phillips screwdriver in minutes; no need to install additional components, drill holes or run wires to each opening. “Whether you want the simplicity of a standalone system or the sophistication of fully integrated access control with one of our alliance partners, ENGAGE technology delivers a new level of security and convenience to the workplace,” said Brad Aikin, Business Leader for Electronic Locks, “And, because it works with most credential platforms, the same credential can be used from the exterior to the interior – a

win for both tenants and property managers.” Solutions featuring ENGAGE technology can be customized to fit any size business or budget and can easily adapt to growing or changing business needs. The NDE Series is compatible with most proximity and smart cards including aptiQ™ and aptiQmobile.™ ENGAGE cloud-based web and mobile applications make it simple to manage and configure NDE Series locks. For customers who are looking for basic capabilities, the mobile application is used to manage locks, add and delete credentials and view lock history from anywhere. For customers looking for more advanced capabilities, it is used to configure and connect locks to an access control alliance partner system. The ENGAGE mobile application – which is now available on the App store and will be available on Google Play in April – is compatible with Android and Apple devices.

The NDE Series can be field configured to be Wi-Fi enabled, allowing it to connect to an IT network for automatic daily updates. And, with the introduction of the ENGAGE gateway, which will be shown at ISC West, Allegion will offer the ability to manage, update and monitor the NDE Series in real time when linked with the ENGAGE gateway connected over RS485 or IP to an alliance partner system. “ENGAGE technology and the NDE Series give integrators the opportunity to add access control deeper into the building, enabling them to provide connectivity to more doors – including interior office doors, conference rooms and sensitive storage spaces. This will enhance the revenue opportunity for each and every job,” Aikin said, “We are thrilled to showcase ENGAGE technology this year at ISC West because we believe this is a platform that will dramatically increase the value and adoption of electronics in the marketplace.”

Launches

First Website for Careers in Security Industry GetIntoSecurity.com is an innovative, educational and interactive site highlighting career opportunities in the fast-growing, dynamic electronic life safety and security industry

he Electronic Security Association (ESA), the largest trade association representing the electronic life safety and security industry, has launched GetIntoSecurity.com, the first website devoted exclusively to careers in today’s fast-growing, dynamic and technologically advanced electronic security industry.

According to ESA president, Marshall Marinace, “GetIntoSecurity.com is a comprehensive and multi-faceted resource for individuals who are exploring career opportunities and want to learn about a hot technology sector, one with which they may not be familiar. "The electronic life safety, security and integrated systems market is growApril 2015

ing at a rapid pace, offering cutting-edge technology such as mobile interactive services, wearable monitoring devices, biometric access control devices and cloud based video surveillance systems. Beyond the exciting technology aspects of the industry, those seeking careers in the industry are enticed by the many high-paying and rewarding job opportu-

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nities that exist. This website makes it very clear that today’s electronic security industry is not your grandparents' security industry.” GetIntoSecurity.com features a career spotlight section that lets users match their skills to job titles like home automation consultant, calibration software engineer, security sales, technical support rep, security technician, retention representative and others. The site also includes video testimonials from successful security professionals, a resources section for job hunters, a resources section for career and guidance counselors, and descriptions of the types of security

industry jobs available to students, military veterans, retirees, and people seeking ‘new beginnings.’ A ‘Jobs in Security’ section on the GetIntoSecurity.com website links directly to the Security Industry Recruiting Center, which serves as the premier recruiting resource for the electronic security industry. This site, which “connects people to their career in security,” features interactive, keywordbased and location-based job search functionality. The Security Industry Recruiting Center accessible through the site showcases current job listings, and places to store and post resumes and cover letters. GetIntoSecurity.com

also allows users to find security companies in their area, enabling them to seek out additional career opportunities in their backyard. With more than 2,500 member companies representing over 500,000 industry professionals, ESA represents the best of what the security industry has to offer. Established in 1948, ESA is a nonprofit 501(c) 6 trade association. ESA has evolved into the largest professional trade association in the United States with the purpose of representing, promoting and enhancing the growth and professional development of the electronic life safety, security, and integrated systems industry.

Video Surveillance Growth Set to Exceed 10 Percent in 2015 T

he global video surveillance industry can defy conventional market logic, resist product commoditization and still grow by more than 10 percent in 2015, according to a new white paper from IHS Inc. (NYSE: IHS). The global market for video surveillance equipment was worth an estimated $15.0 billion by the end of 2014, up from $13.5 billion in 2013. By 2018, worldwide revenue will reach a projected $23.6 billion, as shown in the attached figure, equivalent to a five-year compound annual growth rate of 12 percent. “The year 2014 has been one of the most interesting – and disruptive – in recent

memory for both the professional and consumer video surveillance industries,” said Jon Cropley, principal analyst for video surveillance and security services for IHS, “A sharp decline in the cost of semiconductor components has ushered

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in a new era of price competition and the competitive landscape has shifted, with merger-and-acquisition activity affecting some of the leading global product and software vendors.” Even so, the video surveillance industry can sustain this level of fragmented supply base and overall revenue growth for a number of reasons, such as brand recognition, subtle differences in end-user requirements among geographical locations and the continued differentiation of products, as with the use of embedded analytics, for example. Differentiation will be a key market driver for almost every equipment vendor, dis-

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tributor and integrator active in the video surveillance market over the next couple of years. This trend represents the first of 10 that IHS has predicted for the video surveillance industry in 2015. The remaining trends include: Shipments of high-definition closed-circuit televisions (HD CCTV) cameras are projected to have hit over 4 million units in 2014, climbing from just 1 million units in 2013. Led by the strong performance of technologies such as composite video interface (CVI), analog high-definition (AHD) and transport video interface (TVI), 2015 will see the analog portion of the market far outsell digital, serial digital interface (SDI)-type solutions. However, fierce price competition and small incremental product upgrades are expected throughout the year. H.265 was one of the most popular topics at the Security China Show held in Beijing in October 2014, marking a shift in cutting-edge video surveillance. In 2015 China will emerge as a leading region in product development, instead of the market being driven primarily from European and North American research and development (R&D) centers.

Some leading Chinese companies now have the world’s largest teams devoted to video surveillance R&D. With complete product portfolios and cost-competitivequalified products, more Chinese suppliers are also seeking opportunities in the global landscape, gaining share in nondomestic markets. Increasing numbers of traditional IT vendors are taking note of the opportunities in video surveillance, and the migration from analog to network surveillance cameras has changed the way many security systems are conceived, built and managed. The global video surveillance equipment and storage market is forecast to be worth over $28 billion by 2018. The consumer and do-it-yourself (DIY) video surveillance market, which comprises equipment sold through instore or online retailers, was worth $953.4 million globally in 2013. Small business as well as commercial end users accounted for 47 percent of the $953.4 million total in global consumer and DIY market revenue in 2013. IHS expects to see more video surveillance vendors in the professional – not consumer – category taking an interest in

this market in 2015, in order to fill out the low end of their product offerings. Video surveillance equipment sold through distribution channels was estimated to account for 55 percent of global equipment revenue in 2013 and represent over 60 percent of European market revenue in the same year. Furthermore, these percentages are forecast to increase as integrators and installers take advantage of the benefits of purchasing equipment through distribution. Trials of body-worn cameras as part of video surveillance systems for law enforcement have been ongoing during 2014, but 2015 is expected to be the year that firm orders and long-term partnerships are made. Body-worn cameras are not just useful as part of an overall video surveillance solution, they can also be part of a political solution in helping to promote faith in local law enforcement officers. Embedded vision – the combination of embedded systems and computer vision – will have new implications in Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) in the automotive industry, with innovations in ADAS filtering back into the video surveillance industry.

Genetec and Prism Skylabs Help Retailers Gain In-Store Insights with Retail Analytics Suite New integration enables retailers to leverage their video surveillance system to understand customer shopping patterns and extend their video monitoring capabilities enetec™ has announced that its flagship security platform, Security Center, now supports the Prism analytics package from Prism Skylabs, to provide cloud-based, business intelligence tools for retailers. By integrating

Prism with Security Center, retailers can extend their existing video surveillance camera system to provide valuable instore data and metrics to monitor store traffic reports, monitor customer shopping trends, and remotely inspect store April 2015

merchandising and brand displays. Retailers currently rely on video management systems (VMS) to mitigate theft, protect their patrons, premises and employees, and collect video evidence to resolve claims and incidents. In

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the past few years, new analytics tools have become available as separate systems to assist retailers in gaining new insight on shopping patterns and behaviors. When used with Genetec Security Center, Prism allows retailers to leverage the video data from their existing security cameras to generate retail analytics while ensuring the safety of their customers and premises. By leveraging a unified security platform across their operations, retailers can improve their customers’ shopping experience, while maximizing their investment in their video surveillance system. “It’s our goal to bring next-generation analytics technology to new classes of devices,” said Prism CEO and Found-

er Steve Russell, “Genetec is one of the best video management systems in the world, and together we offer a powerful solution for retailers.” With built-in masking features that ensure shopper privacy, Prism analyzes video camera data to generate visual activity patterns and maps. Real-time store traffic reports are also generated by Prism to help store managers determine appropriate staffing at peak periods. System-generated heat maps analyze where customers are shopping and spending most of their time to optimize shopper engagement with store merchandise and promotional activities. This helps store managers determine ideal locations of in-store displays and promotions, while

mobile access to the Prism web client enables retailers to remotely view stores to ensure that operational and merchandising guidelines are followed. “Security Center is built on an open-platform specifically to welcome software partners like Prism Skylabs to extend the features and functionality of our unified IP security system,” said Jimmy Palatsoukas, Senior Product Marketing Manager at Genetec, “With their focus of providing insightful business analytics and intelligence tools to the retail community, we can help our customers in this vertical maximize their security investment by enabling them to optimize in-store sales, marketing, and operational activities.”

Milestone Systems Adds Support for New Breed of Wide-angle Cameras The latest Device Pack from Milestone adds support for new hybrid type of 360-degree cameras to use with XProtect video management software. The number of supported devices achieved is now more than 4,000

AXIS Q6000-E network camera. This camera offers a 360° overview provided by four 2-megapixel camera heads, and when integrated with AXIS Q60-E camera, it simultaneously offers high-detail optical zoom on areas of interest. Using XProtect clients, with just a single click operators can optically

ilestone Systems has just released its bimonthly Device Pack 7.8 for the XProtect® portfolio of products. The most significant feature in this upgrade is support for a new type of hybrid cameras combining a PTZ and a 360-degree camera. An example of the new type of hybrid cameras is the April 2015

zoom in on details of interest with high precision while at the same time being able to maintain an overview of large areas of up to 20,000m² (215,000 sq. ft.) – about the size of four football fields. The release of Device Pack 7.8 also marks that Milestone remains committed to supporting the broadest range of cameras and devices on the market – currently over 100 brands and more than 4,000 models. This means that more than 1,000 devices have been added in a year. This is the highest annual growth ever. “The release of this device pack clearly shows the power of open plat-

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form technology. We are not only adding a brand new type of camera, we have also added support for more than a thousand devices in a just a year,” says Christian Bohn, Milestone Systems VP Corporate Marketing & Alliances, “This clearly shows our dedication to ensure that our customers and channel partners

have the broadest and most comprehensive device support in the industry, now and going forward.” Milestone XProtect Device Packs include optimized drivers that enable the relevant capabilities of a camera or other hardware device to be managed by XProtect software. Milestone works

closely with the device manufacturers in the Camera Partner Program (CaPP) to achieve the optimal interaction between their devices and the XProtect VMS. This ensures the highest quality for a video surveillance solution, which is important for total system operability, efficiency and stability.

Launches

Entry-level PIR, Adding to its Family of Indoor Hardwired Motion Detectors False alarm-reducing sensor combines value with high performance for residential installations

oneywell (NYSE: HON) has introduced a new hardwired passive infrared (PIR) motion sensor designed to reduce false alarms in residential environments. The new IS335 Motion Detector uses a series of advanced optics to prevent a range of objects – from large pets, to reflected lights, to tiny insects – from affecting the sensor and tripping an alarm system. Quick and easy to install, the IS335 is an economical and reliable option for all residential applications. It features selectable pet immunity for animals weighing up to 80 pounds, an always-enabled LED, wall-to-wall coverage with a

range of 40x56, and a look that blends with any décor. The IS335 integrates fully with Honeywell Total Connect™ Remote Services when used with VISTA® control panels, providing security dealers with an excellent opportunity to earn recurring monthly revenue (RMR). Once in operation, the IS335 provides 2,000 lux of white light immunity, which helps reduce false alarms caused by lights, flashlights or reflective objects. Additionally, the device uses a custom-designed Fresnel lens to provide a constant level of detection to deliver the best performance regardless of the

distance. The IS335 completes Honeywell’s IS3000 and DT8000 PIR and DUAL TEC® family – a portfolio of high-performance indoor motion detectors that satisfy the demands of virtually any installation, from the most basic residential to the most complex commercial application. All sensors have a sleek, modern look to meet evolving needs and styles, are compatible with the industry’s leading security panels and contain selectable features that let installers use the same models in a variety of different applications – reducing the need to stock multiple units.

Arecont Vision® Named Camera Manufacturer Partner of the Year by Milestone Systems A

recont Vision® has been recognized by Milestone Systems as 2014 Camera Manufacturer Partner of the Year. The 10th annual Milestone Integra-

tion Platform Symposium (MIPS) event was held on February 24-25 in Las Vegas, NV. It was the largest-ever MIPS gathering, with close to 500 attendees and 50 exhibiting companies in the Technology April 2015

Showcase, including Arecont Vision. Tim Palmquist, VP Americas at Milestone Systems presented the award. “This year’s Milestone Camera Manufacturer Partner of the Year goes

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(From l-r): Tim Palmquist, VP Americas, Milestone Systems; Carole Dougan, VP, North America, Arecont Vision; Jason Schimpf, Director, Partner Relations, Arecont Vision; Scott Schafer, EVP of Sales, Marketing, Service and Quality, Arecont Vision; Ethan Maxon, Director of Sales, Western USA, Arecont Vision; Kenneth Petersen, CSO/CMO, Milestone Systems

to Arecont Vision®, a company with a longstanding history of reliability and cooperation with Milestone, in sync with our values and supporting innova-

tion’s progress,” said Palmquist, “One of the key strengths of this partner relationship is rooted in Arecont Vision’s proactive outreach to do business with

Milestone in order to win together.” Scott Schafer, Executive Vice President, Arecont Vision® said, “We are proud of the accomplishments and progress we have made together with Milestone Systems. We are deeply appreciative of this recognition.” This is the second time that Arecont Vision® has been recognized with this award in four years. “For Arecont Vision®, partnering with Milestone Systems continues to be a winning strategy,” commented Schafer, “Our alignment in terms of the highest quality joint solutions for IP video surveillance, and our dedication to delivering added value to end users makes us a powerful team.” Schafer also participated on an expert industry panel at this year’s event in recognition of Arecont Vision’s position as a leading industry influencer.

NEC’s Fingerprint Identification Technology Ranks First Again in NIST Testing

EC Corporation’s fingerprint identification technologies ranked first in the Fingerprint Vendor Technology Evaluation (FpVTE 2012 or FpVTE) conducted by the United States’ National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST).

FpVTE 2012 was organized to mimic potential operational requirements, such as application with National ID systems and criminal investigations. Tests were carried out with large-scale fingerprint images collected across a wide range of organizations, such as police departments and government institutions, to conduct accuracy assessments on search, identity confirmation and other tasks. The fingerprint database used in the testing included around 5 million sets of fingerprint data, the largest database in NIST’s benchmark testing history. FpVTE testing was conducted primarily to assess the current capabilities of fingerprint matching algorithms usApril 2015

ing operational datasets containing several million subjects. There were three classes of participation that examined one-to-many identification using various finger combinations from single finger up to ten fingers. Class A used singleindex finger capture data and evaluated single index finger (right or left) and two index finger (right and left) identification. Class B used identification flat (IDFlat) captures (4-4-2; left slap, right slap, and two thumbs simultaneously) and evaluated ten-finger, eight-finger (right and left slap), and four-finger (right or left slap) identification. Class C used rolled and plain impression (4-4-11; left slap, right slap, left thumb, and right thumb) captures and evaluated ten-

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finger rolled-to-rolled, ten-finger plainto-plain, and ten-finger plain-to-rolled identification. Enrollment sets used for one-to-many identification varied in size from 5,000 up to 5,000,000 enrolled subjects. NEC achieved top ranking in the 10 finger identification tests, producing the best fingerprint matching results among the 18 companies and organizations that took part in the testing, thereby demonstrating the advanced level of its technological capabilities.

In recent years, biometric technologies that use fingerprints which are characterized by their uniqueness and permanence, have been utilized globally as a highly dependable method for personal authentication. This authentication helps to prevent identity fraud throughout areas such as law enforcement, national IDs, voter management and immigration control. As one of the key technologies for creating a safe and secure society, NEC has engaged in the development of fingerprint biometric technologies for

more than four decades. Systems using these technologies have been introduced in more than 40 countries around the world, such as a national ID system in South Africa and a wide range of AFIS systems for government and city police departments in the United States, including the Western Identification Network (WIN). Furthermore, NEC Corporation also was ranked first in the prior large scale identification study Fingerprint Vendor Technology Evaluation 2003 (FpVTE2003) conducted by NIST.

Cameras in Drones: Rapid Progress for $1 Billion Plus Non-Military Market M

ost drones are and will remain electric as detailed in the new IDTechEx report, ‘Electric Drones: Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs) 20152025’ (www.idtechex.com/uav). Cameras of an increasing variety of types will be in more and more drones and they will become more versatile, lighter weight, more robust and lower cost as they are used for many purposes beyond navigation and surveillance. In February 2015, Chinese dronemaker DJI joined an interchangeable lens alliance, promising aerial photography enthusiasts greater flexibility when shooting from the sky. Pledging its support for the Micro Four Thirds System standard will see new DJI drones come equipped with a greater range of cameras and lens types, while allowing pilots to add on their own, reports Olympus of Japan. Customers of DJI are well aware of the company’s history of breaking new ground in drone photography. In a short space of time, its line of consum-

er-oriented Phantom quadcopters, from the GoPro-toting original to the HD camera-housing Phantom 2 Vision+, has changed what is possible for budding photographers without big investment. DJI is now looking for opportunities to innovate further. Announcing support for the Micro Four Thirds standard carries some interesting possibilities for its future products. Established by Panasonic and Olympus in 2008, the Micro Four Thirds standard accommodates many lens types including single focal length, wide angle and telephoto varieties. In future, DJI drones may well come with the opportunity to attach lightweight, quality lenses of your own to capture aerial footage in exciting new ways. “With the addition of exciting new products from these companies, the Micro Four Thirds line up will become much more diverse, further increasing the potential of this advanced digital imaging system,” Olympus said. Lens maker Tamron of Japan is April 2015

making some impressive announcements including the ongoing development of the LWIR 3X zoom lens for VGA (17 micron pixel pitch) detectors which are the world’s lightest in their class and its world first of a far infrared zoom lens system suitable for drones. The IDTechEx report forecasts camera use in ‘Electric Drones: Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs) 2015-2025.’ Beyond military applications, this is an emerging $ multibillion market. I D Te c h E x w w w. i d t e c h e x . c o m guides your strategic business decisions through its research and events services, helping you profit from emerging technologies. They provide independent research, business intelligence and advice to companies across the value chain based on their core research activities and methodologies providing data sought by business leaders, strategists and emerging technology scouts to aid their business decisions.

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Airbus Defence and Space wins

Bundeswehr Contract to Supply Intelligent Systems Ensuring Protection against Roadside Bombs Electronic jamming system deactivates detonation signals in real time

irbus Defence and Space will equip vehicles of the German Armed Forces with an electronic system for the protection against improvised explosive devices (IEDs). The German procurement authority BAAINBw has awarded the company a contract worth several million euros to supply 36 jammers of the type VPJ-R6 (VPJ = Vehicle Protection Jammer). The systems are intended to be integrated into protected vehicles of the German Armed Forces.

The Vehicle Protection Jammer uses the ultra-fast SMART Responsive Jamming Technology developed by Airbus Defence and Space to substantially enhance protection compared to conventional systems. It detects and identifies radio signals intended to detonate roadside bombs. After detection and classification, it transmits realtime jamming signals, which precisely match the hostile frequency band, thus interrupting the connection between as-

sassin and bomb. Thanks to new digital receiver and signal processing technologies, the system achieves reaction times of well below a millisecond. Up to 750.000 threat signals in all common frequency bands can be detected and jammed each second. The jamming power is focused on the detonation signal’s specific frequency instead of being distributed over the whole frequency range, as is the case in conventional systems. In this way less energy is required, while the jamming effect is increased at the same time. Moreover, this also reduces the impact on friendly forces’ radio communication, which means that reliable command and control can be ensured.

CNL Software to Hold PSIM Education Sessions for Security Consultants and A&E Specifiers at ISC West 2015 CNL Software will be holding PSIM education sessions aimed at Security Consultants and A&E Specifiers at ISC West Las Vegas April 15-17, 2015. The sessions will also be open to security leads who want to find out more about the latest advancements within PSIM technology

ver the last few years, the PSIM market has grown and products now offer more functionality than they have done previously. IPSecurityCenter™ PSIM from CNL Software is no exception and major advancements to its architecture allow for greater scaling, faster responses and the ability to create federated systems.

CNL Software has been a key advocate of education around advance integration for over a decade and will be offering security consultants and A&E specifiers free information sessions on the latest innovations in IPSecurityCenter PSIM. These sessions will also be open to end users who would like to find out more on how PSIM can help their organizations April 2015

bolster security and improve operational efficiency with less risk to people, processes, property, brand & reputation. “More and more projects are specifying the higher levels of integration, process guidance and scalability only offered by a PSIM solution such as IPSecurityCenter and we are finding that large corporations for example, are now

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looking to federate their solutions,” says Warren van der Merwe, VP Business Development at CNL Software – USA, “While security management profes-

sionals have an increasing knowledge of the benefits of PSIM technology, ISC West offers a great opportunity for Consultants and A&E specifiers to come to-

gether to catch up on the latest in PSIM innovations and share best practices. We look forward to having some great discussions at the show.”

The United States Coast Guard Proposes Airport Style Security Checkpoints at Cruise Ship Terminals

hile the aviation industry has implemented strict security screening regulations, cruise ship security screening remains relatively soft in comparison. This is expected to change as the United States Coast Guard looks to increase screening requirements for passengers and their baggage in 2015. The US Coast Guard recently announced plans to standardize passenger security screening procedures at cruise ship terminals throughout the United States with the creation of the Terminal Screening Program (TSP). Based on US Coast Guard figures there are currently 137 regulated cruise ship terminals, operated by 23 cruise line companies in the United States. IHS found that the proposed regulations are not mandatory, resulting in projected slow uptake over the short-term of new explosives, weapons and contraband (EWC) detection equipment in the cruise ship industry. In IHS’ recently published report on the explosives, weapons and contraband detection equipment market the seaports market is forecast to grow by a CAGR of 6.7% to $241.6 million in 2018. Currently many cruise ship terminals use a combination of X-Ray, people screening, explosives detection systems (EDS), canine teams, and manual inspections. Larger cruise ship terminals are expected to prefer the efficiency and greater

throughput that newer X-Ray and EDS equipment offers, while smaller cruise ship terminals will be slower to adopt new EWC equipment, preferring instead to use a combination of canine teams, manual inspections, and EWC detection equipment. The TSP is expected to increase security at cruise ship terminals by: ● Developing a standardized list of prohibited items. ● Developing training standards to consolidate requirements for screeners and eliminate redundancies in cruise ship security regulations. ● Requiring the screening of all passenger, crew, and visitors’ baggage and personal items. IHS found that the TSP does not require cruise ship terminals to purchase EWC detection equipment; however, those that do will be required to purchase equipment with similar detection capabilities to those installed at airports. EWC detection equipment for use in airports typically carries a higher purchase price due to the increased capability of this equipment resulting from strict detection standards. IHS expects the longterm impact of the TSP to be positive, as cruise ship terminals in the United States replace older equipment with newer, more advanced EWC detection equipment. However, IHS does not expect the April 2015

TSP to generate a spike in growth over the short-term. Instead, normal replacement cycles are expected for most of the cruise ship industry over the next 12 – 24 months. While the long-term impact on the United States cruise ship market is expected to be positive, IHS believes that the adoption of the TSP in the United States will have long-term implications for the global cruise ship market. Much like the aviation industry, the United States became a leader in airport screening regulations after the September 11, 2001 attacks. IHS expects the adoption of cruise ship screening regulations in the United States to result in the development of similar screening regulations in other regions. Although terrorist threats to the cruise ship industry are very small in comparison to aviation, cruise ships are considered a unique target due to the large number of passengers carried on each ship. Unlike the aviation industry, cruise ships are more resilient than aircraft which will result in the development of specific screening requirements for the cruise ship industry. IHS found only five terrorist attacks against cruise ships in the last 55 years. Despite the proposal of new regulations on the cruise ship industry, the low probability of a terrorist attack on cruise ships is expected to result in less

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stringent screening requirements at cruise ship terminals. Similar to airports, the cruise ship market is event driven, and an attack on

a cruise line would undoubtedly result in increased screening regulation at cruise ship terminals. While the TSP only applies to US cruise ship terminals, airport

equipment manufacturers are expected to see increased opportunities to sell premium EWC detection equipment to the cruise ship market.

Mirasys VMS integrated with the Honeywell Galaxy Alarm Panel M

irasys Ltd., one of the leading suppliers of open platform video management and visual intelligence solutions, has integrated its video management system with the Honeywell Galaxy Alarm Panel. Integration is provided using a selected set of events, but enhancements are available through event handler configuration modifications. “According to studies, human attention decreases after 20 minutes and this might increase mistakes in surveillance. Raising the degree of automation reduces the amount of mistakes and enhances the rate of reaction,” says Petri Bäckström, Security Product Line Director, “If a control room has Mirasys VMS and Honeywell Galaxy Alarm Panel integration in use then in an alarm or abnormal situation you get

to the video wall immediately and automatically real time video images from the cameras of the area/ doors in question, and also playback images from the time just before the abnormal situation happened. You can see right away what happens in the area just now and what happened just before the alarm went on. Decision making and possible corrective actions can be made considerably faster.” The Honeywell Galaxy Alarm Panel sends event messages that can be used to trigger Mirasys VMS alarm action. Alarm action can open camera(s) in pop-up window and start recording video/ audio, turn PTZ camera (s) or start a camera tour, send an e-mail to selected recipient (s) and trigger a digital I/O output. Any combination of these activities is also possible.

All the following activities can be used to initiate an alarm in Mirasys VMS: a burglary alarm in a zone, an operator has closed an area, auto closing, an operator has opened an area, a fire sensor reports an alarm, a user has activated a holdup, medical or a panic alarm. “Like any Mirasys VMS alarms, Galaxy initiated alarms are logged into the alarm database and can be reported using Mirasys Reporting Tool,” says JouniRäihä, Principal Product Manager, Integrations, “The tool also provides reports in a variety of formats, and enables the creation of easy-to-read graphics from the reports. You can, for example, define the events that shall be reported, freely select time frame and compare different time frame activities in graphs.”

Rosslare Innovations to be Displayed at ISC West 2015 R

osslare Security Products will be introducing its new-age AC-825IP controller with the Open to Secure (O2S) Readers in ISC West 2015.

Rosslare will introduce the AC825IP networked access controller that supports up to 74 doors. The backbone of a medium- to high-scale security April 2015

system, the controller is fully scalable as it comes with one onboard expansion slot and can be further extended to connect to up to 16 expansion boards

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via OSDP. In addition, the AC-825IP utilizes AES 128-bit encrypted TCP/ IP communication with AxTraxNG™, Rosslare’s powerful, flexible, and easy-to-use software, which supports multi-segment time zones, multi-day holidays, access groups, interlock and auto-relock, scheduled outputs operation, 4 programmable site codes, and more. The AC-825IP and AxTraxNG together provide an ideal modular and expandable solution for commercial and institutional needs. Rosslare will also show its new

O2S high-frequency AY-H6380 reader, which supports reading from and writing to the secure memory of the world’s most accepted RFID technologies – MIFARE® DESFire® EV1, MIFARE® Plus, and MIFARE® Classic. The AY-H6380 Proximity & PIN reader features 128bit AES encryption, the ideal solution for anyone needing a high-security MIFARE DESFire EV1 PIN/ Proximity reader. The power of integration was kept in mind when the AC-825IP and O2S were designed to supply end-to-end encryp-

tion. Together, they are able to provide a highly flexible OSDP solution that is innovative and cost effective, capable of meeting the many challenges in commercial and institutional installations. Rosslare will also reveal its new HLX-24 wireless intrusion control panel, a new addition to the HomeLogiX™ family. The HLX-24 is suitable for residential and small offices applications, which will support a mobile application that controls and monitors the system via optional TCP/ IP or GSM communicators.

SecProTec East Africa Powered by intersec S

ecProTec East Africa powered by intersec is the leading trade show in East and Central Africa’s region for the security, safety and protection technology industry. SecProTec East Africa powered by intersec is partnered with East Africa Community, East African Business Council, Kenyan Government, Kenya Security Industry Association, Protective Security Industry Association, Kenya Private Sector Alliance, German Chamber of Commerce (Nairobi), Export Promotion Council and the Kenya Chamber of Commerce and Industry. The show is partner of and sole organizer at Kenya International Conference Center (KICC).

3rd edition in 2015

ecProTec is well established in the region and takes place for the third time. International exhibitors from all over the world will take part from 9 to 11 July 2015 at the main exhibition venue KICC in Nairobi, Kenya.

New highlight in 2015: Official GPEC-CCExpoPavilion

he organizers of SecProTec East Africa powered by Intersec and GPEC®-CCExpo®, leading exhibitions in their fields, joined forces for a GPEC®CCExpo®-Pavilion beginning at SecProTec East Africa 2015 to strengthen and to complement especially the Homeland Security, Policing and Information Security sectors at SecProTec East Africa. GPEC General Police Equipment Exhibition & Conference® is Europe's leading closed specialized trade fair for police and special equipment, safety and rescue technology. CCExpo Critical Communications Expo is the neutral platform for mission critical information and communications, professional mobile radio (PMR) and control rooms in all fields of critical infrastructure. Security is a top-priority issue at all governmental levels in East Africa. SecProTec East Africa powered by Intersec offers manufacturers in the seApril 2015

curity sector direct access to East African markets and allows exhibitors and visitors alike to expand their business activities. The GPEC®-CCExpo®-Pavilion at SecProTec East Africa will cover all relevant products for internal security for literally all equipment groups – especially information and communications, vehicles and traffic control, personal and protection equipment, criminal science and forensic technology, but excluding weapons and ammunition. The GPEC®-CCExpo®-Pavilion at SecProTec East Africa attracts exhibitors displaying current equipment and future technologies to be used by police, border guards, immigration and prison service, customs, coast guard, special task forces and government intelligence and security services as well as fire departments and rescue services. The GPEC® and CCExpo® organizer Exhibition & Marketing Wehrstedt GmbH from Germany is in full responsibility for this pavilion.

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Monitor and Protect Construction with Cloud Video Surveillance Deploying Modern Video Surveillance in the Construction Industry By Benjamin Powell – Security Industry Writer

onstruction companies are challenged with providing safety for employees and with keeping valuable assets and materials secure. The latest cloud video surveillance solutions allow you to remotely monitor construction projects and guard against theft, while keeping an eye on your crews, using any internet enabled device, from anywhere in the world. Construction site security is always something of a vexing problem. Relying solely on physical security to prevent losses is a costly and sometimes unreliable measure. In other industry segments, CCTV has long been the answer to keeping watch over premises. However construction sites rarely have the infrastructure in place to support such a solution. Traditional IP and CCTV systems require cabling to a permanent power supply and devices to record, store and play video. The infrastructure to se-

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curely house onsite local video storage is often not practical in situations which are, by their very nature, temporary. At the same time, just one substantial theft of machinery or building materials, or an injury liability claim, with no evidence to address it, can cost vast sums of money.

Traditional surveillance systems – Temporarily difficult, permanently unwieldy

ven if it’s possible to install a traditional surveillance system to provide security for a long-running construction project, the task comes with high costs and plenty of challenges. These video surveillance systems are often cumbersome to monitor, and users are forced to log in to server after server April 2015

Did you know. . . Insurance carriers often offer reduced rates for businesses that are equipped with video surveillance. Ask your insurance provider today. to view and manage surveillance data from different locations around the premises. For larger construction corporations with multiple projects running c o n c u r r e n t l y, the problems are multiplied exponentially. Fortunately though, these common construction site security challenges can finally be overcome, thanks to the advancements of Internet technology and in particular, cloud video surveillance.

Cloud video surveillance – High impact effectiveness, low impact costs

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Shared surveillance Transform traditional video surveillance from a niche application into a set of strategic management cloud tools that provide instant insight for users across operations, loss prevention, maintenance and human resources. net or mobile 3G/ 4G networks can be placed anywhere, utilizing any number of cameras to deliver infinite visibility across any number of construction sites. Construction can be a dangerous business and the safety of your employees is paramount. With your camera management solution in the cloud, you can login and view images from all of your cameras on one screen with almost “The Smartvue surveillance platform is simple to install, works with almost any camera, and provides our customers with a video business intelligence solution at a cost-effective price, making us more competitive.” – Mike Eaton CEO of MTNC, an American Security Integration Firm any web browser, on any web-enabled device. Keep watch on your crews to ensure they are working safely. Position cameras to watch over dangerous areas

or storage areas with valuable assets. Motion alerts can be set to automatically notify you when anyone enters an unsafe zone or when would-be thieves and vandals enter the site during off-hours. While the cameras record the evidence, you can notify managers on duty or local authorities.

Did you know. . . Surveillance can drive improvements in project management and can be used to help increase work productivity.

Infinite scalability

calability is a key advantage of a cloud video surveillance solution. It’s easy to install new cameras and relocate old cameras when required. When a new construction project commences, your new site can be protected by video

security from day one. When a build is completed, your cameras can be quickly taken offline and moved elsewhere. Whether you need one camera or a hundred to keep watch on an entire site, Smartvue cloud surveillance solutions connect directly to your existing networks and automatically locate cameras. If you need to concentrate extra security focus on a specific area it’s easy – Just install another camera and one simple click will add it to your surveillance feeds. For projects April 2015

ranging from one camera to 1000s of cameras Smartvue offers a line surveillance solutions that will keep you connected to your construction projects over the world’s most award winning cloud video surveillance platform. Smartvue offers a one-stop shop and has your surveillance needs covered from camera to cloud and everything in between.

Ultimate cost effectiveness

0% of businesses use the cloud every day, because the cloud is a cost effective way to share software-based services. By leveraging the cost efficiency of the cloud for video surveillance, the savings trickle down to you and your organization gets the benefit of a sophisticated, enterprise-grade surveillance platform in a cost-effective package. Of course, in the construction industry, the effectiveness of a security solution is measured as much by loss prevention as cost of ownership. Cloud video surveillance protects your company from losses in the following ways: ● Keeps your projects on track by allowing you to check on progress re-

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S motely. ● Deters the efforts of criminals and vandals. ● Provides valuable evidence of equipment or material theft. ● Alerts you to activity with automated motion detection. ● Provides evidence for defense against liability claims.

Surveillance made simple Different projects require different surveillance solutions. Below is breakdown of different options. • Smartvue Cloud Servers scale to support 6-100s of cameras. They come in many configurations at ranging price points for any budget and allow for different local storage options. All servers have optional cloud storage. • Smartvue Camera to Cloud® solutions remove the need for extra hardware and can connect directly to the cloud to store recorded surveillance data. These are perfect for remote locations or sites that only require a couple of cameras.

martvue’s Cloud Video Surveillance solutions are simple and intuitive and since they are cloud-based, there’s no need to download or update special software. They can be adjusted to suit the bandwidth of almost any network. Hi-resolution surveillance, controlled and monitored using cloud technology keeps everything on a single platform. Control multiple projects from one computer or mobile device, with one login. You can also set up as many users as you like.

Reaching out Smartvue cloud video surveillance enables surveillance data to be shared and accessed across departments to hundreds of users and trusted third party partners without straining your IT department or network. Other Smartvue management features include: ● Surveillance management on an intuitive web browser with no complicated software to learn or dedicated

Interactive camera maps Quickly navigate to any camera with interactive camera maps. Use any floorplan or maps and then drag and drop camera icons into place that are linked to real cameras. Color coded icons quickly let you know the status of the cameras and hovering over camera icons shows a live thumbnail preview.

PC requirements. ● Unlimited users with no license expense or restrictions. ● New cameras are found automatically and are operational with one click. ● Login to a single platform, regardless of the numbers of locations, cameras and servers.

Smartvue cloud video surveillance advantages Fast and simple to set up

martvue connects all your cameras with quick, simple plug-andplay setup. Just install your cameras and Smartvue’s software will automatically locate them on the network. If you have remote locations that just need one or two cameras, such as a security gate

Smartvue is the most established cloud video surveillance provider. Founded in 1996, our unique solutions bring all the benefits of the world’s most award-winning, enterprise-grade cloud video surveillance to the construction industry, with the advantage of a smart, simple, yet richly featured camera management platform. April 2015

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criminals. Smartvue’s open HD platform allows you to choose the right camera, from the right manufacturer at the right price to give you unparalleled image detail. This allows you to zoom in on faces and get evidence-quality images to identify suspects and keep your construction materials and site equipment safe.

Flexible and scalable data storage

W located far from the main construction site or a smaller construction project, Camera to Cloud options are available where video data is uploaded directly to the cloud with no need for extra hardware onsite.

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mean faster response times.

hether you have one construction project under way or numerous sites in widespread locations, Smartvue offers flexible, on-demand cloud data storage, so you pay only for the storage you need and only when you need it.

Connect any mobile/ wearable device to your surveillance network

Use almost any camera

ith Smartvue’s Contribute Application, you can turn any authorized smartphone, tablet or web-

enabled camera into a portable or surveillance camera that uploads through the cloud directly into your security database. Video is uploaded with a watermarked, tamper proof time stamp, to provide an extra level of evidence and security management. Contribute allows users to share video and photos in real-time as events unfold. See through the eyes of your security staff on the front-line.

cloud solutions, or hundreds of industry-leading cameras from the top vendors. Smartvue can utilize any ONVIF compliant cameras and you can even connect older analog cameras to the platform. It’s never too soon to get on top of your site surveillance. Now you can access simple-to-manage, high definition, best-in-class cloud video surveillance cost-effectively. Keep your construction sites safe, secure and free from intruders with help from Smartvue, the cloud video surveillance provider, delivering site security without limits.

ith Smartvue, you’re not limited to one camera brand. Choose from Smartvue cameras, camera to

martvue allows you to easily navigate through the cameras on any of your site locations with interactive maps called Sitevue and Mapvue. Hover over camera icons on a map display to see instant previews.

Quickly resolve incidents

hen an incident occurs, a quick response time is crucial. Smartvue’s high-definition surveillance solutions, mobile sharing, interactive camera site maps and automated trigger alerts

Irrefutable evidence

oom in on facial features or vehicle license plates to identify

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Security Integration Moves Beyond PSIM A

few years ago PSIM (Physical Security Information Management) became a popular buzzword in both the physical and logical security sectors. In its broadest sense, the term sought to describe the increasing unification between IT security and physical security systems, which became inevitable with the increased adoption of IP services throughout business and society as a whole. In the case of physical security, this phenomenon has revolutionised the approach the industry takes to its products and services. Manufacturers, specifiers and installers have had to adapt and evolve to meet the expectations of the market (and in many cases, the wider public). However, the security sector as a whole has moved on and the expectation of an IP connection is now simply a basic necessity rather than a defining characteristic. Full integration between often complex and crucial systems is now the goal of security operators and providers alike. Paradoxically, whilst the technology is undoubtedly becoming more and more complex, the overall goal is to provide operators and installers with solutions that are actually simpler to use and install.

Bringing together all the elements

SIM has been highly successful in bringing together physical and logical security systems, but the expectations on integration have grown significantly as well. The security market now

demands more joined-up physical security technology. Common integration components include: ● Access control (physical locks and doors). ● CCTV systems. ● Intruder alarms. ● Firefighting systems. ● Buildings’ services controls (includ-

management systems to be connected to a universal Internet connection. ● The development of systems and software which are capable of administering and simplifying the operator’s task of running multiple functions from a single portal. True security integration has only really been made possible with the advent of systems which are highly compatible with one another (often using shared/ agreed standardised protocols) and offer the ability to network these previous disparate elements. The second hurdle has been to understand the popular standards and to create software systems which are able to bring the strands together as a whole.

ing environmental systems and lifts). ● Centralised business systems (and Schools Information Management Systems SIMS). ● HR systems. Whilst physical and logical security were traditionally isolated from one another, equally many of the individual physical security and management applications were too. The inability of these various facets to work directly together was a frustration when it was clear that the overall management of a facility could be enhanced and made considerably simpler and more efficient by doing so. Bringing together the various elements has been made achievable by two improvements. ● The ability of many security and

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hilst security systems are traditionally used to combat intruders and protect against attacks or thefts, some organisations actually face a substantial threat from what is sometimes termed ‘insider theft.’ Modern integrated security systems can be used as an effective deterrent against such threats. Take the example of a busy warehouse. With items being moved in and out rapidly, it can be easy for a worker to remove items (especially small ones) without necessarily being noticed by colleagues or human security operators. In this example CCTV surveillance may not be enough to detect a problem alone,

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however in combination with an integrated stock taking system and monitoring of access to the facility it is much easier to investigate unaccounted losses and to check video footage for the missing items. Equally, it can be a powerful tool to defend the honesty of staff members where there is suspicion or doubt.

Visual verification

ith a truly integrated combination of security and business/ building control systems there are fresh opportunities to use these existing investments. A good example of this is the administration of facilities management resources. Visual verification from CCTV and security software systems can be used to monitor the movement of authorised staff as well as intruders. A practical application for this could be the intelligent use of environmental temperature control and lighting. An integrated security system can detect the use of designated areas within a facility and intelligently manage the use of resources, especially outside normal working hours, to reduce any wastage in unoccupied areas. Equally this visual verification technology could be used to monitor human and vehicular traffic around a facility to analyse any congestion or to influence planning decisions.

Emergency situations and fires

ntegrated systems can also play an important role with regards to safety of people on site. Fire alarms are far from a new technology, however when used in combination with all the other buildings control systems, the combined solution can play a vital role in safety. In the event of a fire the alarm will probably be the first system to activate. In a modern integrated system this can

alert the security team and if required automatically escalate the warning to the emergency services. Proactively it can automatically restrict access to dangerous parts of the building and consult HR records or check ID restricted access logs to see who has entered and left the facility â&#x20AC;&#x201C; providing a more accurate account for the emergency services and security teams to assess the situation. CCTV systems can then be used to assess if people are trapped within the facility and even to investigate dangerous areas and the spread of the emergency, without putting lives at risk.

Time and attendance

or organisations that run strict timekeeping and shift-based business models security systems can be used to administer accurate time and attendance recording. Secure access control records when staff enter or leave a facility as well as enforcing security. It can also measure when staff visit different parts of the facility (for example the WC or food service areas) to ascertain an accurate record of the actual working patterns. When also linked to CCTV and logical access of IT systems, the HR department or security operators can see exactly what is happening.

Using legacy systems and offering the best ROI

ntelligently installed integrated physical security systems can offer an attractive return on investment. Firstly they allow the â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;mix and matchâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; purchase of systems to best suit requirements and budgets. Secondly, they allow the use of existing legacy systems and the inclusion of components that are either very specific to their role or financially would be problematic to replace. April 2015

A good example is the use of CCTV cameras, where the best solution may be a healthy mix of modern megapixel cameras and other legacy or specific environment systems. In the past it would have been harder to use different specifications of camera on the same network but integrated systems are specifically designed to cater for this eventuality.

Integrated systems offer greater flexibility than ever before

hilst PSIM has undoubtedly bridged the gap between physical and logical security, the developments that have taken place since have, arguably, been more helpful to security operators and installers. The connection of physical security to IP-based systems was a vital development in the security industry as a whole, but the synergy between physical systems is bringing the evolution of truly self-aware solutions even closer. Traditionally organisations and installers dealt with a complete solution which was mutually exclusive to other solutions and offered little in the way of upgrades and evolution options. Making any changes required serious contemplation and often involved large budgetary commitments that were often untenable. The combination of physical security and IP systems has also radically altered the installer market. Installation specialists increasingly have to understand both IT and physical security disciplines to offer the best solutions to clients, but the trade-off is that as an industry the security sector is able to grow and offer exactly the solutions that customers require. Security customers now have greater control over their investments and a greater confidence that it is a wise investment in a wider economic landscape that is achieving sustained growth again.

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Safety Interlocking in Extreme Environments By Louise Cracknell – Marketing Co-ordinator, Smith Flow Control, UK

he processing and transportation of oil and gas presents many safety challenges. While pipelines are the most viable means of transport over long distances, measures are always necessary to eliminate any possibility of error – either accidental or through sabotage. The oil and gas industries generally have a disciplined approach to pipeline design and operating practice, governed by international standards and enforced by regulators and certification authorities. While good practice begins with good design, both are inevitably hostage to the ‘human factor.’ It is estimated that up to 70% of reported incidents in the oil and gas industry worldwide are attributable to human error and account for in excess of 90% of the financial loss to the industry. The contracting out of key functions inevitably increases the risk of accidents through human error. Reliance on written safety procedures is an act of faith in the alertness and goodwill of the worker. Accident prevention and violation reduction require physical systems that compel compliance. Human Factors Engineering (HFE) is the design of work processes and systems to ensure the safe and efficient functioning of workers by taking into account human capabilities, limitations and requirements. Mechanical interlocks play a role in HFE by adding an additional safety element to the process.

Mechanical key interlocks

ey interlock systems are single or dual-keyed mechanical locking devices which operate on a ‘key transfer’ principle, controlling the sequence in which process equipment is operated. Interlocks are now widely accepted as an effective safety management tool and used by every major operating company across the world to adhere to HFE. Typically they are applied to valves, closures, switches or any form of equipment which is operated by human intervention. The ‘open’ or ‘closed’ status of an interlocked valve, or the ‘on’ or ‘off ’ status of an interlocked switch can only be changed by inserting a unique coded key; inserting the key unlocks the operating mechanism (e.g., handwheel or push-button) enabling operation of the valve or switch. The interlocking process starts with the use of an initiating key, which unlocks the equipment. When the operation is complete, a secondary (previously trapped) key may then be released, locking the equipment in the new position. This secondary key will be coded to operate the next interlock in the sequence, and so on. Using this extremely simple coded-key transfer principle, a ‘mechanical logic’ system is created which minimises the risk of operator error and ensures safe plant operation. Mechanical key interlock systems April 2015

are ideally suited for integration with Permit-to-Work (PtW) procedures; indeed, the Cullen Report on the public inquiry into the Piper Alpha offshore rig disaster (1990) strongly recommends the use of locking systems integrated with PtW procedures, especially where routine procedures cannot be accomplished in the time-scale of a single work shift. Whether a pipeline or process module is of simple design, with basic functions controlled by manually-operated valves, or of complex design controlled by sophisticated mainframe Distributed Logic Control (DLC) systems, key interlocks can provide a totally reliable mechanical assurance of safe operating practice in which the operator's scope for error is eliminated.

Extreme environments

uch of the world’s hydrocarbon reserves are situated in or under some of the most inhospitable regions, including deserts, the Arctic, tropical jungles and oceans. Finding, accessing and extracting these reserves takes a monumental effort and is a multi-trillion dollar industry. Ensuring the safety of plant and personnel in these conditions can be a real challenge for operators. Extreme weather or physical conditions not only contribute to the wear and tear of pipelines and process equipment – they also make the maintenance and operation of valves and interlocks much more challenging. In the Persian Gulf, for example,

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where temperatures can reach 50°C, workers are exposed to constant heat while undertaking dangerous, repetitive tasks that often require intensive labour. In extreme cold environments such as Prudhoe Bay in Alaska, where temperatures can reach the opposite extreme of -50°C, the challenges are different but just as demanding. Workers may need to wear bulky clothing and gloves, for example, making the operation of equipment more difficult. Contractual staffing arrangements in most projects, combined with hazardous working conditions, can also result in an increased risk of accidents. In these and other extreme environments, valve systems must be designed for safety rather than placing sole responsibility on the operator. Simple blunders can lead the operator to make catastrophic errors, so simply relying on operator adherence is not enough – safety must be built into the process itself. The focus then becomes accident prevention, not accident management. The principles of HFE can easily be applied to the physical operation of valves in extreme environments. Some valves can require over a hundred turns using excessive, sustained force by several operators at once. Under these circumstances, portable valve actuators can reduce the stress on workers and improve productivity, especially with valves that require a high number of turns or are otherwise difficult to operate because of high torque. With the tool, one operator can efficiently work banks of valves, dramatically reducing fatigue and the risk of injury. Valves may also be located in dangerous or inaccessible areas but still require permanent access. In these circumstances operators may have difficulty ensuring valves are properly open or closed. Remote valve operating systems

are the common sense approach to these valves, ensuring that operators are kept at a safe distance while valves are actuated efficiently. Remote valve operating systems can pass through walls and floors and operate valves at some distance away. In this way they allow workers to stay in safe, designated areas while critical valves are operated remotely.

Ichthys LNG Project, Australia

he Ichthys LNG Project, currently under construction 220 kilometres off the coast of Western Australia, is one of the most significant oil and gas projects in the world, involving some of the largest offshore facilities in the industry, a state-of-the-art onshore processing facility, and an 889 km pipeline uniting them. The project’s onshore processing facility is located in Darwin, the capital of Australia’s Northern Territory, where daytime temperatures rarely fall below 30°C, with high humidity. The project owners place great emphasis on the safety and wellbeing of its operators, adhering to best practice HFE principles to ensure quality, safety and fit for purpose equipment and facilities. Smith Flow Control’s interlocks are used throughout the facility to provide protection for over-pressurisation of vessels and other valves across the plant. A twin or multiple relief system enables a relief valve to be removed for service without the need to shut-down the system. Interlocks guarantee an open path to pressure relief is maintained at all times during maintenance or other work exercises on process equipment, removing the possibility of both or all relief valves being simultaneously isolated. A simple mechanical valve interlock system ensures that no relief valve can be isolated until the spare relief valve has April 2015

been brought on-stream. A spare relief capacity enables continuous production while maintenance procedures take place, eliminating the need to isolate and shut down the whole process, maintaining efficiencies at all times. In total, over 2,500 interlocks were supplied to the Ichthys onshore processing facilities. As an additional layer of safety, interlocks were specified on the facility’s main pig trap, serving the main line from offshore. The vessel closure interlock was fitted to a 42” pig trap receiver, connecting to the large subsea pipeline. Pig traps are launching and receiving stations that allow operators to insert and remove pigs (pipeline tools) without interruption to the pipeline product flow. The greatest danger occurs when opening the pig launcher or receiver door; during this part of the process, the launcher/ receiver vessel can be under pressure if there is nothing to prove its status. Opening the vessel without correctly isolating, venting and draining can cause the trap door to fly open and the pig to shoot out at high speed, with potentially fatal consequences. Key interlocks negate this risk by mechanically proving the ‘closed and isolated’ status that enables venting and draining of pig trap vessels before loading or unloading operations. Over 1,000 of Smith Flow Control’s EasiDrive portable valve actuators were also supplied to the Ichthys project to help ease valve operating problems.

Conclusion

any routine pipeline operations are potentially dangerous if executed incorrectly or in unsafe conditions and this is exacerbated in extreme environments. By taking simple steps to integrate safety into valve operating systems, workers are protected and operations proceed in a designated, safe way.

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Dahua Secures Peruvian LAN Airline Premises L

AN airline, one of the most important airline companies in Latin America, is based in Lima, Peru. The air-

line company operates scheduled domestic and international services, controlling over seventy percent of the domestic market. Its main base and maintenance center are located in Jorge Chávez International Airport, Lima, which is a significant transfer hub and aviation infrastructure of South America. The LAN airline deploys its surveillance system with Dahua solutions for its office and airplane maintenance center, which plays a vital role to keep cus-

tomers’ airplanes flying safely. As the customer specified, they want the center covered to ensure 100% regular management and operation. However, since it is located inside of Jorge Chávez International Airport, it brings the hassle of not allowing too many cables or wireless antennas because they may generate electronic jamming. Under this circumstance, Dahua team suggested to use a hybrid solution – a combination of AP (access points) and wire transmission – wirelessly transmit the camera data to inter-connected sub-centers, and then cable-transmit to the control room. The ‘AP mode’ wireless video transmission system includes access points, feeders, PoE, antennas and power cables, allowing a 3.0km to 5.0km long-

distance fast transmission with a wide angle, by which the coverage is further expanded. There are in total hundreds of network cameras and Dahua speed domes adopted, ranging from basic lineup to the Eco-Savvy series with versatile shapes such as domes and box cameras according to the actual surveillance surroundings. Take the Eco-Savvy camera series for example, the dome camera is able to provide high-quality image with much lower power consumption – saving up to 50% energy compared with similar products from other bidders. Moreover, the Dahua 6C-series speed dome cameras not only provide clear and crisp images, but also require less output power, lowering the power output of the airport. As for storage, over fifteen 16-channel PoE NVRs are applied, each with 384Mbps incoming bandwidth, rendering a smooth HD real-time preview and recording; and its PoE function simplifies installation and reduces signal interference. The NVR accommodates up to 16TB with 4 SATAs supported, ensuring a large volume 7/24 storage.

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SSA ABLOY Entrance Systems provided a complete solution, both products and maintenance, for docking stations at DHL’s new logistics center at Budapest Airport, Hungary.

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HL was constructing a brand-new logistics center at Budapest Airport to handle its rapidly-growing volume of shipments.

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More than 50,000 of less than truckload shipments and more than 33,000 full truckload shipments would be handled per annum. The new facility thus needed 41 docking stations for loading and unloading as well as additional doors.

Solution

SSA ABLOY Entrance Systems distributor Crawford-Hungary Kft provided a solution to equip the logistics

center with 41 complete docking stations, including 37 Crawford standard levelers, 4 pieces of Crawford Jumbo levelers, dock shelters and Crawford 542 overhead sectional doors. In addition to

the docking bays, there are a further 7 Crawford 542 overhead sectional doors operating in the facility. The products contributed to a complete solution including the installation of the pits and frames, in addition to the installation of the Crawford overhead sectional doors, levelers and shelters. The agreement also included a longlasting partnership with the customer including a maintenance contract.

Avigilon Secures Liberty Public School District with Integrated Access Control and High-Definition Security Solution Rapidly-growing school district saves time and costs; improves safety for students, faculty and staff

vigilon Corporation has announced that the Liberty Public School district has deployed its end-toend Avigilon security solution, including access control and high-definition (HD) video surveillance, to improve school safety, accelerate incident response times and save on time and cost. Located in Clay County, Missouri, the Liberty Public School district is the second fastest-growing district in the state, with 19 schools serving 11,800 students. “With thousands of students spread across 22 facilities, safety is a top priority at our schools district-wide,” said Curt Laven, technology specialist, Liberty Public Schools, “The Avigilon solution enables us to manage both building access and video surveillance easily from any location, which means we can respond to incidents faster. We are confi-

dent that Avigilon’s simple, yet powerful tools will enable us to provide the safest school environment possible.” Liberty Public Schools deployed the end-to-end Avigilon solution, including Avigilon’s Access Control Manager (ACM), HD cameras and user-friendly Avigilon Control Center (ACC) video management software, for a complete, all-in-one security platform. Seamlessly integrated with the district’s IT system, Avigilon’s ACM controls access to Liberty Schools’ facilities and keeps the district’s employee database current by linking ACM to its Active Directory. As a result, the district is able to save on the time and cost of maintaining its system, onboarding new employees and restricting employees’ access quickly and easily. In addition, more than 300 Avigilon HD cameras and analog video encoders April 2015

monitor critical locations across the district and provide clear image detail that can be used as evidence, if necessary. Together, ACM and ACC offer a single, unified platform for effective management of all aspects of the district’s security. “The Liberty Public School district is one of the most progressive in Missouri and is known for its innovative and comprehensive safety policies,” said Bryan Schmode, Chief Operating Officer, Avigilon, “Avigilon’s Access Control Manager and high-definition surveillance solution are key factors in maintaining and improving safety at each school in the district. Combining its forward-thinking practices and the Avigilon solution, the district has set a new standard of security for school campuses of all sizes worldwide.”

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emalto announces that the Royal Oman Police is deploying its Coesys Document Management System to create a single, unified registration infrastructure across all the Sultanate's identity documents. The new system will initially apply to Oman's well-established national eID card as well as the ePassport officially launched on January 15, 2015, both of which are supplied by Gemalto. Pairing both documents will streamline the enrollment process, delivering considerable benefits for the Royal Oman Police and its citizens alike. When applying for the new ePass-

port, Omani citizens do not need to go through the entire enrollment process, as the personal data provided for the eID is already stored in the national registry and can be reused. Cross-referencing between eIDs and ePassports adds an extra layer of security and strengthens collaboration with international authorities. “Having successfully deployed some key national programs in Oman, Gemalto was uniquely positioned to create a unified solution for them,” said Major General Sulaiman Al-Harthy, Assistant Inspector General for the

Royal Oman Police, “This new project extends our long-standing relationship with Gemalto reaching back to 2002, adding a ‘full solutions and services’ dimension.” “This new deployment reflects the country’s full commitment to constantly delivering the benefits of modern IT in the public realm,” added Hisham Surakhi, Senior Vice President of Government Programs for the Middle East at Gemalto, “The launch of the ePassport could also be a stepping stone to future innovative solutions such as e-border management and eGates.”

Securitech Makes Schools Safer with Unique One-Press Classroom Deadbolt New QID™ Deadbolt Lock is the Fastest Safe Haven Solution

ecuritech is making classroom security faster, easier and stronger with its QID™ (Quick Intruder Deadbolt) classroom lock. Designed to exceed safe school government standards (FEMA428/BIPS-07), the QID functions as a classroom function lock for everyday use but features the unique ability to instantly deadbolt a classroom door with the simple push of a single red button. “Our new QID lock is designed for instant activation to secure a classroom with the strongest deadbolt protection,” said Mark Berger, President and Chief Product Officer, Securitech, “With a QID lock in place, teachers, students, staff and parents feel safer every day.”

The unique deadbolt locking mechanism in the QID is activated by simply pushing the red button. With one press, the person closest to the door can instantly activate both the deadbolt and the lever handle lock. A visual indicator lets the teacher know that the door is secured by the QID deadbolt and the outside lever is locked. It is the only solution that combines the locking lever handle with the deadbolt in a single action for the highest strength and security. The Securitech QID lock is 100% code compliant and presents a number of advantages over other classroom locks. It combines the fast locking of both the exterior lever handle and a deadbolt April 2015

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with the single-action egress required for occupant safety. Just as important, the door is always able to be unlocked by key from the outside. This critically important outside key access enables first responders or other authorized staff to enter the room quickly, if needed – something which other newly developed classroom door blocking products do not allow. Additionally, virtually no training is required to activate the QID lock. Experts have made recommendations about how to increase the safety and security of schools. Of these recommended actions, those regarding physical door locks are an immediate and effective solution and one of the simplest to implement. For example, the Depart-

ment of Homeland Security (DHS) includes specific recommendations for classroom door locks in its primer for safe school design (FEMA-428/BIPS07/Jan 2012). Their first guidance on this topic states that doors should “have a simple locking mechanism, such as a button to push in, that cannot be locked to prevent egress from the classroom.” The Securitech QID locks are in full compliance with the DHS guidance. Here is another expert guidance example: In the Final Report of the Sandy Hook Advisory Commission, chartered by the Governor of Connecticut, the very first recommendation was to implement the School Safety Infrastructure Council (SSIC) standard requiring that all

classrooms in K-12 schools have doors that can be locked from the inside by the classroom teacher or substitute. Of the recommendations in the report, this was not only the first, but also the only one with extra emphasis – stating: “The Commission cannot emphasize enough the importance of this recommendation. The testimony and other evidence presented to the Commission reveal that there has never been an event in which an active shooter breached a locked classroom door.” Securitech’s innovative QID classroom lock solution cost-effectively exceeds these standards with fast, onepress activation of both a deadbolt and lever handle lock.

Matrix COSEC Integrated with KRS- gym and Membership Management Software via Web API for Automatic, Flexible gym Management for Viva gym, South Africa Introduction

iva Gym is having a vision to roll out a successful fitness model throughout South Africa with approximately 5,000 members per club, as well as innovative, fresh and fun fitness concept with quality finishes and the latest products and designs. They wanted an access control solution to be integrated with their KRS gyms management software at one of their gym at Hillfox, Johannesburg, South Africa.

● 2 different types of credentials for different types of members. ● Membership data should be transferred in the software.

Solution offered ● RFID card based wireless time-attendance and access control terminal.

Challenges ● Need for a hygienic solution for 4,000 gym members. ● Integration with existing gym management software – KRS. April 2015

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● Palm vein based time-attendance and access control terminal. ● Web based server for 1,000 users. Looking at the requirement, Matrix has offered innovative and contactless palm vein based door controller to control the entry of the members. Two COSEC DOOR PVRs are installed at their main entrances and integrated with the turnstile. For physically challenged people, Matrix has installed RFID card based door controller on the 3rd gate to get easy access for them. To meet client’s software requirement in an innovative way, Matrix has

integrated COSEC CENTRA with their KRS software using web API. This integration prevents any duplicate entries for the admin and saves a lot of time. Further to this solution, KRS software generates a unique PIN for any new member which allows entry for three times without palm verification. Members have to enroll their palm by this time for further access. To reduce verification time and increase accuracy, Matrix has offered server based identification for the palm. COSEC CENTRA server identifies and verifies member palm template in less than 2 seconds and gives accurate results

which prevent long queues.

Results ● Easy entry for physically challenged people with RF card. ● Accurate access control with turnstile integration. ● Better productivity with KRS integration. ● Proper and accurate member data management. ● Accurate and fast biometric verification with COSEC server. ● Improved security, productivity and efficiency.

Urban Surveillance Project in the Historic Welsh County of Monmouthshire – United Kingdom

avesight has been selected to supply the communication infrastructure in yet another fibre-towireless switch-over in the United Kingdom This time, partnering with AVA Security & Communications in the United Kingdom Wavesight were chosen to design a wireless CCTV network that would allow Monmouthshire County Council to transmit images from Caldicot, Monmouth, Chepstow and Abergavenny back to a central con-

trol room for monitoring.

Requirement

s a consequence of the austerity measure in place, local authorities have been exploring ways of reducing costs while still maintaining high levels of service. None more so than Monmouthshire County Council who have managed to achieve significant cost-savings by opting for wireless transmission as opposed to expensive fibre networks.

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The requirement was for the cameras in each town (including existing analogue cameras and some new IP PTZ cameras) to be connected wirelessly using Wavesight’s Ethernet Bridge. All images were to be sent back to a central location over a private digital fibre backhaul link that existed between the four towns.

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iven that the council had already invested in a digital fibre connection within the county – the backhaul infrastructure installed was being utilised to transmit the CCTV images from each town as well. Besides allowing the Council retain total ownership of the network – no further operational expenditure was being incurred. The overall solution utilises more than 77 licence-exempt Wavesight Ethernet bridges to provide connectivity for around 29 cameras to the control

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room. Despite the camera columns being located on narrow streets or in hilly regions shrouded with buildings and trees – no special towers were erected for achieving line of sight. Existing camera columns, in combination with street light columns, were used to create a very reliable network. Wavesight radios optimised for video transmission and known for ensuring the lowest levels of latency also allow for multiple hops/ daisy chained wireless links to be cre-

ated without a problem. The Council eventually became the sole owner of a dedicated highly secure, private infrastructure, capable of growing, if required with the minimum risk of additional investment. The flexibility offered by wireless technology means that additional cameras can be connected in a very short timeframe and at a fraction of the cost compared with fixed leased line networks. Commenting on the project Phil

Grunewald, Managing Director at AVA Security & Communications said, “We decided to work with Wavesight for this project because we were confident that their experience and knowledge in urban-surveillance projects surpasses that of other Ethernet bridging vendors in the marketplace. We needed to partner with a company that could design a reliable wireless infrastructure solution which will give the client the ability to scale up their system if required in the future.”

Pelco by Schneider Electric Announces ™

MultiSight , the Video Service for Retailers with Many Locations New MultiSight video service designed to help retailers easily manage their stores, from anywhere

elco by Schneider Electric has introduced the MultiSight video service for the Pelco channel. According to company officials, the service is designed for retailers, convenience stores, restaurants and other businesses with many locations. The MultiSight video service allows managers to stay on top of what’s happening in their stores – no matter where they are.

MultiSight video service ● Provides HD video access that’s as easy as playing a YouTube video. ● Fits companies of all sizes, anywhere in the US or Canada. ● Easy remote administration via MultiSight.com. ● Provides store operation analysis with built-in tools such as Heat Maps and Customer Counting. ● Accessible to functions outside of

traditional security and loss prevention teams. ● Operational data supports marketing, HR, sales and operations. ● System pays for itself by being useful within all levels of the organization. “We discovered that many retailers want to have a more complete understanding of what’s happening in their stores,” said Greg Millar, CTO, SVP Solutions and Technology Office, “MultiSight provides that understanding with more than just a ‘view’ of the premises. MultiSight provides traffic metrics, information on customer flow, and highlight clips automatically generated from key areas of their stores. On top of that, this information is available on mobile platforms so retailers can keep in touch with their busiApril 2015

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ness whenever and wherever they are.”

Everything’s included

usinesses save with a low monthly fee, which covers hardware, installation, apps (Apple and Android), cloud services and storage, support, maintenance, updates, and system health monitoring.

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NEC Provides Disaster Control System with Crowd Behavior Analysis Technology in Tokyo Detects changes in crowd behavior and promotes security

EC Corporation (NEC; TSE: 6701) has won an order from Toshima Ward, Tokyo for a Comprehensive Disaster Control System construction project, which will incorporate one of the world’s first crowd behavior analysis technologies that utilizes security camera footage to understand the behavior of crowds and to detect abnormalities. This system is scheduled to come into service in May 2015. NEC’s proprietary crowd behavior analysis technology analyzes changes in crowd behavior without identifying any individuals. Moreover, it estimates the degree of crowd congestion and detects abnormal crowding as well as flow abnormalities in groups of people using images captured with security cameras. The Toshima Ward of Tokyo is characterized by concentrations of people in

particular areas, especially surrounding Ikebukuro Station, which is used by approximately 2.5 million passengers a day. In such a busy environment, it is important to take immediate action in the event of a disaster and, even in ordinary conditions, to swiftly detect a situation that is likely to result in an accident. NEC’s system will detect abnormalities in real-time based on images of major railway stations and roadways captured with newly installed security cameras throughout the ward. In the event of any abnormality, the system automatically gives an alert in order to quickly identify where an unexpected event is occurring. This will help in providing assistance and distributing information faster and in preventing accidents in crowded areas. It will also reduce the workload of personnel monitoring crowd conditions.

“Amid its focus on the ‘Social Solutions Business,’ NEC pushes ahead with the development of safety solutions as a pillar of its global growth strategy. We have established a system of solutions called Safer Cities based on our track record of delivering more than 500 systems in 40 countries around the world. This new system in Tokyo’s Toshima Ward is an important part of NEC’s ongoing contributions to the realization of safe and secure cities,” said Kunio Kondo, Senior Vice President, NEC Corporation. NEC’s crowd behavior analysis technology supports the company’s view towards building a safe and secure society and its vision for urban development leading up to and beyond 2020, including busy terminal stations, airports, theme parks, stadiums and event venues.

3xLOGIC Provides Documentation for World’s Longest Hockey Game Canadian event to grab Guinness World Record lasts 10 full days to raise money for cancer research and treatment

xLOGIC, Inc., a leading provider of integrated intelligent security solutions, has announced that ‘The World’s Longest Hockey Game’ is in the history books and it was all documented with a donated 3xLOGIC 180-degree IP camera recorded to a 3xLOGIC VIGIL server. Austin Security & Surveillance

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World’s Longest Hockey Game. During this 10-day game, players, referees and volunteers raised money for the Alberta Cancer Foundation to support the purchase of a new PET-MR for the Cross Cancer Institute in Edmonton. Since 2003, the World’s Longest Hockey Game has raised more than $2.1

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million dollars to pioneer revolutionary projects in support of patients at Alberta's own Cross Cancer Institute and beyond. Thanks in large part to funds raised by this event, researchers at the Cross Cancer Institute have expanded the boundaries of knowledge in cancer research, treatment, prevention and patient care in Alberta and across the globe. Bill Gammel, of Austin Security & Surveillance in Edmonton and a registered 3xLOGIC dealer, contacted 3xLOGIC just a few days before the events’ start. “We realized if we were going to do this right and get the coveted Guinness designation, we would need proof, but the proof would happen over 10 long days!” Gammel explained, “So, I contacted my colleagues at 3xLOGIC and within 72 hours they had shipped the equipment we needed to make a legitimate record of this great event.” The recently-concluded game has

raised $1,064,730.92 to date this time around. Dr. Brent Saik is the founder and leader of the fundraiser, “We had another memorable, just incredible game. The longest hockey game in the world right here in Edmonton. It’s a lot of fun for the players and for the fans, and at the end of the day, we are very proud to have raised a truly impressive amount of money for this important cause. We give thanks to Bill Gammel and to 3xLOGIC for helping us make sure we have a video record of this achievement to enjoy for many years to come.” A leader in the Security industry for more than 15 years, 3xLOGIC is known for providing complete, easyto-use surveillance solutions that seam-

lessly integrate audio, video, and disparate data such as access control, ATM, point-of-sale (POS), etc. 3xLOGIC’s video surveillance solutions are engineered for scalability and are remarkably simple to install, use and service. Employing the latest advances in NVR, VMS, IP camera, analytic, cloud, and now access control technologies, 3xLOGIC delivers high-value business intelligence anywhere, anytime and from any device.

Leading Dubai Manufacturer IBS-Mapei Deploys Oncam Grandeye 360-degree Technology Surveillance solutions help ensure compliance with health and safety regulations

ncam Grandeye, the security division of Oncam Technologies, announced today that IBS-Mapei, a leading manufacturer of adhesive and chemical products for the construction industry, has deployed Oncam Grandeye’s 360-degree surveillance platform to ensure compliance with health and safety regulations. Safeguarding the workplace while maximizing operations is critical in the

supply chain and warehouse environment. With a workforce comprising individuals from more than 25 nationalities – many of whom do not speak the same language – IBS-Mapei sought a technology platform that could augment the efforts of its on-site personnel to limit the occurrence of safety incidents and monitor the cause of any that occur. IBS-Mapei deployed 360-degree IP camera technology from Oncam GrandApril 2015

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eye at seven sites to provide total situational awareness. The ability to monitor an entire 360-degree field of view, with no blind spots, allows organizations to gain new levels of insight into its security and business operations. Up to four traditional cameras can be replaced with one 360-camera, reducing upfront expenditures and installation costs while gaining a wider field of view. The detailed images from the On-

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cam Grandeye surveillance cameras deliver a comprehensive view of IBSMapei’s loading areas, one-way system and site perimeter. Video is available for review for up to 30 days, available for post-event investigations if an issue arises. Use of the cameras is optimized due to the 360-design, which ensures no blind spots and eliminates the need to fine-tune the cameras to enhance viewing. “The detail the cameras give us is

invaluable,” said Christopher Lacey, Quality Assurance, Health, Safety and Environmental Manager, IBS-Mapei, “The video from the Oncam Grandeye cameras captured vehicle movements that led us to add road markings to reduce the chances of an accident on property and improve operational efficiency. For making educated decisions on how best to manage our site from a health and safety perspective, Oncam’s 360-degree cameras are a must.”

“IBS-Mapei is focused on ensuring a safe and healthy workplace environment and Oncam Grandeye’s surveillance solutions are a valuable addition to the company’s safety initiatives,” said Adrian Marsh, COO, Oncam Grandeye, “The organization has realized significant benefits and cost savings by deploying the 360-degree imaging platform, while gaining access to video images that help maintain regulatory requirements.”

Nedap teams up with Wairbut for onStreet Parking in Madrid As the world population continues to grow and more people move to urban environments, major cities are concerned with the growing parking demand, increasing traffic searching for a parking space and thus CO2 emissions. To improve the usage of the new and existing parking capacity and to offer citizens and visitors the best parking service, cities like Madrid are in a constant search for innovative solutions

his year the region of Madrid successfully implemented Nedap’s parking sensors as part of the Pozuelo Smart City project. Citizens and visitors are informed about the real-time occupancy status of the city’s available parking spaces. The project makes Pozuelo the point of reference among Smart Cities in Spain. It promotes the intelligent development of the city to serve as a showcase both within the Madrid region and the rest of Spain, attracting enterprising initiatives that improve citizen quality of life.

ing sensors that detect in real-time whether or not a single parking bay is occupied and for how long it has been occupied. The collected information about the current availability of parking spaces is being transmitted to the Pozuelo Smart Park app, which is avail-

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able for Android and iOS. This free application guides users towards available parking space as close as possible to their destination. This contributes to an optimized traffic flow and improved utilization of the existing parking capacity. The deployment of the Nedap wireless parking sensors in the Pozuelo Smart City project will contribute to reduce search traffic with the Pozuelo Smart Park app. As a result of that CO2 emissions in the area are estimated to reduce up to 35% in this traffic crowded region. The system enables the city to reduce congestion, create safer streets and a

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more attractive city for visitors and local retailers.

Completely smart

n addition to this intelligent parking system, other aspects like energy efficiency in municipal buildings, intelligent irrigation systems and light sensors complete the Pozuelo Smart City project. Acting as the brain of the city, Wairbut’s management platform CarriotsCityLife offers a centralized monitoring of four integrated smart city projects including the intelligent parking solution. By introducing this

project, the city council has real-time knowledge of what happens in the city and can act immediately to cancel the automatic watering on rainy days, light the lamps when there is fog or reduce energy consumption in their premises. Wairbut, a Cisco certified partner, planned, implemented and commissioned the wireless parking sensor solution with the experienced Spanish team of Nedap Identification Systems. “Of the four systems included in the project’s first phase, the smart parking system was the first to be op-

erational. Certainly we were right with the election of Nedap, because the SENSIT system is very comprehensive and easy to integrate. Furthermore, we are satisfied with the delivery and support with the deployment and implementation,” said Antonio Sanchez, CEO of Wairbut. This installation is another success in the rapid growing Smart Cities reference list in all parts of the world, focusing on ITS (Intelligent Transport Systems) solutions contributing to green and sustainable environmental conditions of urban areas.

Community Memorial Health System Selects Quintron’s AccessNsite for Site Security Q

uintron Systems’ access control system, AccessNsite, has been selected by Community Memorial Health System (CMHS) for the security of its facilities. “I decided on Quintron’s AccessNsite system primarily due to the recommendation from the security vendor, VAS Security Systems out of Simi Valley, CA,” said Stuart Glass, CMHS Chief of Security, “I learned that AccessNsite is in operation at many highprofile, high-security government installations throughout the United States. That was a good testament for the product and company, and the validation I needed to choose AccessNsite.” Community Memorial Health System originated in 1902 as a single hospital serving its neighbors and has today grown into an expansive healthcare system that touches the lives of individuals throughout Ventura County, California, and beyond. Headquartered in Ventura,

California, CMHS now consists of two hospitals (one in Ventura and the other in Ojai), thirteen clinics throughout Ventura County, two medical office buildings, and several other properties. Many years ago, CMHS had an offsite data center built in order to keep records centralized for all of its facilities. At that time, an access control system, other than AccessNsite from Quintron, was selected to maintain its security. Recently, when it came time to expand the security system into the hospital in Ventura, Stuart decided to review systems from multiple companies, including its existing security provider as well as Quintron Systems. The installation and configuration process went smoothly and Quintron was able to convert the original system to AccessNsite without any difficulty. The Quintron system was so well received that CMHS after starting with April 2015

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just a handful of proximity readers has expanded to have almost 70 throughout its Healthcare System. The current system processes between 10 and 20 thousand transactions per day and the AccessNsite software has never experienced a single failure. Through the use of proximity access control, CMHS has greatly increased security, especially at the hospital in Ventura, which was built in phases and ended up with 13 entrances and exits. Many of those have been restricted to employee use only and now it is simple to limit unauthorized access and direct the public to specific entrances for their entry and exit. As can be imagined, a hospital has many areas and departments that are off limits to the public and through the use of the access control system, restricting access to those areas is achieved. In addition, having a record of every individual that uses or attempts

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to use their badge to gain access to a restricted area is a great investigative tool for the Hospital’s Security Department. “Although I am not at all a computer

whiz, I have become very comfortable with AccessNsite and am able to navigate and manage the software easily and successfully,” concluded Stuart, “I

have no reservations about selecting AccessNsite and recommending Quintron and VAS Security to any prospective client.”

Chempark Selects Unique Biometric Technology from TBS German chemical plant increases handling capacity and reduces freight costs and lead times with 3D-Touchless finger scanning technology from Touchless Biometric Systems

HEMPARK, Leverkusen, Germany, has 3 sites located in the center of Europe’s chemical market and is one of the largest chemical parks in Europe. Project GATE is the solution to manage increasing transport volumes at plant gates, with limited infrastructure capacity and higher demands on security in chemical plants for Chemion, Bayer and LANXESS. The result was the establishment of a standardized solution based on three components: the vehicle control system FLOW from star/ trac, the 3D biometric technology from TBS and the i-CHEM IDENTEC SOLUTIONS wireless RFID technology. Pre-registered vehicles and transport

components are automatically detected prior to entry to the plant. Without getting out at check-in terminals, the drivers quickly identify themselves with their identification card and biometrics. The biometric identification is done with the three-dimensional and contact-free finger scanning technology from TBS capturing a high amount of detail and therefore recognizing even the most difficult driver’s fingers. Processing was automated directly at the plant gates with RFID technology and real time process control. All in all, it resulted in over one hour turnaround time saving for the incoming and outgoing plant traffic at each of the three CHEMPARK sites translating into an immediate increase in productivity and a quick payback. Since it is a clear benefit for both, the chemical plant as well as for the freight forwarders, Project GATE is poised to be extended to other sites. April 2015

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“The GATE project is very Important for Bayer MaterialScience to increase our competitiveness and reliability” – Mark Rübenstrunk Bayer MaterialScience Switzerland is famous for its unmatched stability and security making it a paragon worldwide. It is TBS’ mission to bring Swiss security standards to the world. TBS offers biometric devices made in Switzerland and complete solutions for a large variety of biometric applications in access control and time & attendance. TBS 3D-Touchless finger scanning technology unique worldwide. The three-dimensional and contact-free sensor technology captures the highest possible quantity of fingerprint details, guaranteeing significantly higher security than other biometric systems. Contact-free solutions qualify in particular for higher risk, large user groups or hygienically sensitive applications. Touchless Biometric Systems has built a strong presence and reference base worldwide. Every day, globally, more than 1 million people are using TBS terminals.

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Secures Stratford Supermarket Loon Fung’s new Stratford Supermarket gains complete store coverage with Sony security solution

ith over 40 years in the industry, Loon Fung have been providing oriental food to retailers, restaurants, and cash and carry customers throughout London. In its new Stratford shopping centre store, opened in 2014, Loon Fung have installed a Sony video security solution to monitor its shop, warehouse and checkout area.

Loon Fung also had to install a security solution which integrated seamlessly with the store’s existing fixtures, but captured activity across the full expanse of the two storey premises, covering areas including the shop floor, warehouse, office, kitchen and food production areas.

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Sony solution

hen looking for a new video security solution for its Stratford store, Loon Fung made it clear that a robust video system was required which would offer the highest quality surveillance and monitor every angle of the premises. It was essential that the solution was discreet and non-obtrusive, but still capable

ony Clarity and Quality – 30 Full HD and HD Sony cameras were selected to monitor every aspect of the store, including indoor and outdoor mini-dome cameras. This included 12x SNC-XM632, 13x SNC-EM600, 2x SNC-EM602R, 1x SNC-VM600, 1x SNC-VM602R, and also 1x SNCHM662, 360-degree hemisphericview camera.

out the premises. The IPELA ENGINE™ EX signal processing system and Exmor™ CMOS sensor used in Sony’s cameras mean that the images look clearer, sharper and more detailed. These technologies work together to provide easy to review, high quality video content in every lighting condition, whether in challenging low-light conditions or with harsh backlighting.

Why Sony was selected Results

of producing wide angle shots across the store to provide full coverage. The installation is a step forward for the wholesaler, who has migrated their video solution from analogue to IP to future-proof their security system, making it easier to use, whilst ensuring the safety and surveillance of the whole store.

fully integrated, easy to operate system has delivered comprehensive security at Loon Fung. The separate streams by Sony’s cameras capture high definition recording without the need for a large powered server on the premises, meaning they can deliver multiple streams for monitoring whilst simultaneously carrying out motion detection through-

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aving established a longstanding relationship with Sound and Safe, an electronic security installation company, through prior work on other sites, Loon Fung trusted they would deliver not only the highest quality security solution, but one which would stand the test of time. Thanks to the depth of Sound and Safe’s industry expertise and knowledge of Sony’s video security products, the company was able to deliver a solution which perfectly fitted its customer’s requirements. This was achieved by implementing a system which integrated effectively into various parts of the premises, providing detailed video coverage of the entire site. The system not only secures the store and its contents, but also future-proofs the supermarket’s investment by delivering full-HD imagery at a competitive and affordable price.

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Dantech Launches New SecurePoE™ & MidspanUPS™ Range

Designed specifically for use within security applications, Dantech Electronic Engineering have released their new range of flexible installation, high-performance, SecurePoE and battery maintained MidspanUPS power supplies ffering installers and designers a flexible, simple and cost-effective solution, the new Dantech SecurePoE products feature a secure enclosure with all connections inside and unique antitamper contacts, which can be used to increase system security. Making installation and set-up easy, the new power supplies allow direct engineer access via a laptop, to any connected PoE devices, allowing faster remote set-up and maintenance, saving time and money. The high-efficiency and high-reliability SecurePoE products are IEEE 802.3:2012 (802.3at, 802.3af) compliant, deliver a guaranteed 30W per port to all compatible load devices, and are available in Gigabit and 10/ 100 bandwidth models. Offered in various output configurations and mounting packages, the new SecurePoE power supplies in-

clude indoor and outdoor (IP66 rated) single, 2 and 4-port versions, and 4 and 8 port 19” rack-mount enclosure models. The capability to accept a wide range of mains input voltages from 90-270V AC, and variety of enclosure designs available, allows SecurePoE to be installed at any location within any system environment. This, combined with innovative fast cable entry options (on most versions), saves further time for the installer. Ideal for larger camera count systems, the SecurePoE 19” rack-mount models provide centralised power for networked cameras, in a package more suitable for larger installations vs. the use of multiple local PoE injectors. Offering the same functionality as the SecurePoE products but supplied as standard with replaceable high-quality Yuasa stand-by battery packs, the new Dantech MidspanUPS products protect connected devices during any mains fail or network outage. This allows PoE connected devices such as IP cameras or edge recording devices to maintain their operation. There are versions for both long and short stand-by durations, with battery capacities of 1.2Ah, 7Ah and 10Ah allowing up to 44 hours of standby support.

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DIS, an established surveillance leader, has extended its surveillance line up to include four and eight channel video encoders allowing customers to integrate DirectIP with their existing analogue systems.

The video encoders enable customers to add IP cameras, network video recorders (NVRs), video management software as well as analogue cameras to expand and update their surveillance capability, and benefit from all the power and flexibility of DirectIP high-definition (HD) and network surveillance. The units support four audio inputs and have the ability to connect to existing PTZ cameras using 87x RS485 telemetry protocols. Featuring highly efficient H.264 video compression, the encoders also drastically reduce bandwidth and storage requirements without compromising image quality. Packaged as an end-to-end solution, comprising a range of cameras, monitors, network video recorders (NVR) and comprehensive video management software, DirectIP solutions deliver unrivalled plug-and-play simplicity, combined with highest-quality performance and reliability.

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iluminar Launches All-New ‘2 Series’ LED Range At ISC West

Following a substantial development programme, iluminar, the specialist manufacturer and supplier of infrared (IR) and white light illuminators, will show their all-new ‘2 Series’ range of LED lighting products at ISC West, in Las Vegas, 15-17 April otally redesigned from the groundup, the entirely new, next generation IR and white light illuminators, feature the usual high-performance associated with iluminar products, and to ensure they can cope with any outdoor environment, utilise a new vandal-proof IP67 rated enclosure. Available now, the enhanced design of iluminar’s 2 Series products offer superior all-round performance, use fewer LED’s and have a new high-transmittance front cover design ~ to aid better light dispersion vs. previous models. This next-generation iluminar technology will be employed throughout the entire 2 Series range, with all models featuring the very latest high-efficiency Osram LED’s and an integrated cable for power and telemetry ~ eliminating the need for a separate interface cable. Available range options will include, your choice, of either low-voltage or PoE input power (up to 52W), and remote control (sold separately), to enable the control of photocell, timing, and light output. In addition, IP addressable models will also be available, allowing the con-

trol of LED light intensity, photocell, and timer functions.

Luminite Launch Their New and Improved Genesis 2 PIR Detector

Luminite Electronics is delighted to introduce their new and improved Genesis 2 PIR detector he Genesis 2 PIR detector comes in both wireless and hard-wired versions and a number of improvements have been made, foremost of which is the new LED display which will make it quick and easy to programme the unit. This replaces the old DIP switches, so functions such as transmission range and sensitivity can now be much more easily adjusted. The new version also boasts improved detection with a 90° rotation arm allowing the unit to look sideways along a perimeter fence or wall. The hard-wired version now has a provision to fit a temporary transmitter module which will allow it to be accurately walk tested. Last but not least, the new version can be set to operate from Alkaline or Lithium batteries, a distinct advantage for export markets where, for example, Lithium batteries are more suitable in colder climates. All of these improvements, along with

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the existing features of Genesis 2 such as revolutionary black mirror optics, long battery life and 60m range, mean that Genesis 2 is now one of the best performing PIR detectors available on the market today.

NVT EoC Protects Italian Co-op Stores

A network of Italian consumers’ co-operatives, Co-op Italia Società Co-operativa, operates the largest supermarket chain in Italy, generating an annual revenue of 13.2 billion euros rom a humble beginning, with the first co-operative shop established in 1854 in Turin, the chain now has 1,444 shops and 56,682 employees. Looking to update their in-store CCTV, two pilot stores from the chain have had their coax cable based analogue surveillance systems upgraded to IP, using Network Video Technologies (NVT) Ethernet over Coax (EoC) technology. The mission: For many years, Coop Italia has employed comprehensive CCTV systems across all of its stores as part of its overall security strategy, installed throughout its buildings and car parks. However, with advancements in electronic surveillance performance, the existing analogue systems were proving to be lagging behind the image quality and systems capabilities of today’s technology, so an upgrade to IP cameras was considered.

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Wanting to take advantage of IP cameras, but not to simply discard the investments Co-op had made in their coax cable infrastructure over the years, the company turned to Sistemi e Integrazioni Srl and their partner Videoline by Trolese (a brand of Trolese Srl), with their experience of more than 15 years working with CCTV and NVT to provide practical solutions. The solution: Supported by the experience of Videoline by Trolese, Sistemi e Integrazioni Srl recommended employing IP cameras in the Co-op’s retail environment, to capitalise on the benefits of increased resolution and the ability to ‘zoom in’ to the recorded footage should an incident occur. The higher resolution advantage could prove vital in identifying individuals or the actions of individuals whilst in the stores and car parks. Additionally, the new IP cameras would enable the use of the latest generation VMS control software and advanced analytics that could be used to identify vehicle registration plates etc.

Reliance Protect Introduces NEW Lone Worker Device

Compact, lightweight rtouch™ adds more choice to market-leading range eliance High-Tech has expanded its popular range of Reliance Protect services with the launch of the rtouch™,

a small, ultra-lightweight emergency alert device that offers lone workers enhanced personal protection, support and two-way communication whenever they may be exposed to heightened risk while at work. The compact rtouch™ device has a key fob appearance and can be worn or carried discreetly to enable easy, convenient use without raising suspicion. It is BS8484 certified ensuring the highest Police response levels where appropriate. It meets a growing need for organisations to improve the support and protection for staff that may be at risk of intimidation, abuse or violence in the course of their employment, whether working on or off company premises. The rtouch™ device has a large SOS button on the front, three buttons on the side and a series of LEDs to indicate device status. The SOS button generates one-way and two-way voice calls into the dedicated Reliance Monitoring Centre where professionally trained lone

reporting, regulatory compliance and, if required, future legal action. The device enables users to leave messages detailing information such as current location, nature of the task to be performed and information that may be proved invaluable if an SOS is subsequently raised. The specialist Reliance Protect operators can quickly access these messages as part of the alarm-handling process. The rtouch™ incorporates GPS technology and continuously updates its position. This location information is sent to the Reliance Monitoring Centre when an SOS is raised and displayed to the operator in mapping software. It can also be used in mobile staff management applications where GPS location information is frequently uploaded to mapping-based platforms, enabling real time management of mobile employees such as care workers, delivery drivers and other field-based personnel.

RIVAflex® ~ The New Costeffective High Quality Camera Line!

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ViDiCore GmbH offers, in addition to RIVA, an additional camera line called RIVAflex he new IP cameras do not include the intelligent 3D video analytics system, which is integrated in all RIVA cameras as a standard feature. Therefore, RIVAflex is a perfect and cost-efficient alternative for projects, in which the video analytics is not required.

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The high-quality box, bullet, dome, speed dome and PTZ dome cameras for indoor and outdoor applications are easy to install and can be integrated in existing camera systems without any problems due to their ONVIF compatibility. The surveillance cameras are equipped with many different features for example

H.264, MJPEG, WDR, PoE, IP66, IK10 vandal resistance, integrated IR LEDs for an optimal usage in low light environments, micro SD card support for local storage, triple video stream and a lot more. Furthermore, complementing accessories (adapters, brackets and junction boxes) complete the new RIVAflex product line.

Baroness Karren Brady CBE to open the Protection & Management Series 2015

Baroness Karren Brady CBE has today been revealed as the first of three inspirational keynote speakers at this year’s Protection & Management 2015, opening the event on Tuesday 16th June at ExCeL London

aroness Karren Brady is known as the ‘first lady of football’ having become MD of Birmingham City at the age of just 23 and is also well-known to millions of TV viewers for her role alongside Lord Alan Sugar in The Apprentice. In this must-attend keynote address, Brady will share anecdotes from her own meteoric rise within the business world, offering plenty of insights and advice for women in business. Protection & Management Series is the UK’s largest event dedicated to protecting and managing property, people and information. Organised by UBM EMEA, the series incorporates major events Safety & Health Expo, IFSEC International, FIREX International, Facilities Show, Service Management Expo, and attracts more than 40,000 attendees annually over three days to ExCeL London. The series of events will run from 16-18 June in 2015 at ExCeL London. Baroness Karren Brady CBE will speak on Tuesday 16th June from 11.30am at ExCeL London.

Samsung Techwin Springs a Surprise with the Launch of Ultra Competitively Priced WiseNet Lite Security Camera Series

In a crowded professional security camera market place where there is no shortage of manufacturers competing for the attention of users and installers, Samsung Techwin has yet April 2015

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again demonstrated its determination to retain its market leading position and stand out from the crowd with the launch of its high definition WiseNet Lite series he three bullet cameras and seven domes in the new WiseNet Lite series have been introduced to provide Samsung Techwin customers with keenly priced alternatives to the highly acclaimed, feature rich, open platform WiseNetIII models. The 1.3MP and 2MP Full HD WiseNet Lite models share many of the features built into the WiseNetIII range, including intelligent video analytics, motion detection, privacy masking zones, audio support, PoE and a SD/ SDHC memory slot. They also feature LDC (Lens Distortion Correction), which compensates for the image distortion that can occur with wide angle lenses. Samsung Techwin has also equipped the WiseNet Lite cameras and domes with a Hallway view function for the monitoring of narrow vertical areas such as corridors, tunnels and aisles. It enables the camera to capture images with a 9:16 x 3:4 aspect ratio that works effectively in tall and narrow spaces with the added bonus of minimizing bandwidth and video storage requirements.

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