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TECHNOLOGICAL INNOVATION & SMART SOLUTIONS
Occupancy Insights COVID-Secure restrictions emphasise social distancing & occupancy control
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OCCUPANCY
Mul-T-Lock releases antibacterial keys
Mul-T-Lock has launched a new antibacterial key solution for its cylinders, locks and padlocks. To make its customers feel safer, the keys help to reduce the growth of bacteria, making it a more hygienic solution for users. This is achieved via an antibacterial plastic head, featuring an agent that supresses the growth of unwanted bacteria.
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he new keys have been successfully tested to ISO 22196, showing significantly lower bacterial contamination compared to others. With the plastic heads available in a dark green colour for easy recognition, the antibacterial solution is also offered as a full metal key, should a customer prefer this. Metal keys from Mul-TLock that adhere to these requirements will include the antibacterial logo on the key head and also meet ISO 22196 testing standards.
Claire Blakemore, Managing Director at Mul-T-Lock, stated, ‘Mul-T-Lock has a strong reputation for developing and designing keying solutions that meet the evolving needs of people’s businesses, homes and families. As part of this, we are committed to considering new ways in which we can make our customers feel safer and more secure. Our new antibacterial keys have been created with this in mind, at a time when no-one can afford to be complacent about hygiene.
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ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE
Artificial Intelligence: How Does it Add Value?
The word ‘Intelligent’ is increasingly being applied to all manner of systems and devices, and whilst there are a growing number of technological developments which add value, there is some debate as to how ‘intelligent’ these options really are. The introduction of the various sub-sets of artificial intelligence technology seems to promise value for end users, but what is AI and machine learning, and can it help create smarter systems?
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t is virtually impossible to go anywhere in the smart technology market, including the security and safety sectors, without coming across some reference to artificial intelligence (AI). Indeed, there are some systems which proclaim they are AI-enabled without going into any detail about how the benefits can be realised. It’s as if the goal is to flag the system
as AI-enabled rather than solve problems. The first point to consider when assessing the likely benefits from AI is that finding an agreed definition of what constitutes artificial intelligence is a bit like trying to knit fog! Although AI is a generic ‘catch-all’ description which intimates a level of performance rather than specifying definable and quantifiable
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Bosch IP 3000i cameras. Extend smart video surveillance to general surveilance applications. Bosch all-new IP 3000i cameras offer high-quality, 24/7 performance and something never seen before in such competitively-priced cameras; built-in Essential Video Analytics as standard. Micro dome, mini dome, bullet and turret options are available with resolutions of up to 5MP for indoor and outdoor use. This intelligent solution is an industry first for general, cost-effective video surveillance.
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VMS
Increasing VMS Benefits through Cloud Deployment
Milestone has launched XProtect on AWS to offer a fully functional and scalable cloud-based VMS deployment. While the benefits of Software-as-a-Services (SaaS) are well understood, what are the specific advantages of an XProtect on AWS deployment?
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hen considering the benefits of a cloud-hosted service-based VMS provision, there are several benefits, both for the end user and the integrator, which immediately spring to mind. Such an approach allows solutions to be implemented and configured, quickly and easily, in any location, and the required IT resources can be added as required, without the delay of ordering, delivery and installation. Additionally, as needs change, the system can be dynamically scaled whenever required. Remote or temporary sites can be easily
managed, and where necessary cloud services can be combined with on-premises systems, allowing legacy investments to be retained. Adding additional services is simplified, as are upgrades and expansions without a need to replace infrastructure. Service-based solutions remove the need for long-term contracts or up-front financial commitments. Initial investments are reduced, and on-going costs are predictable via a subscription fee. The user only pays for the processing and storage resources they are using, and expansions to capacity are
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OCULI WIRELESS PIR CAMERA
Luminite upgrades OCULi cameras
Luminite has announced a range of new features for the OCULi wireless PIR camera. The standalone OCULi unit is a powerful PIR detector featuring a built-in camera, which sends alarm notifications when it has a detection event, eliminating the need for constant monitoring.
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CULi is fully wireless and batteryoperated, making it perfect for protecting vulnerable areas such as vacant properties and construction sites where traditional video surveillance systems cannot be installed due to wiring and power limitations. The most critical new feature of OCULi is itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s updated power supply which allows batteries to be used in series, extending battery life. The units also support use of rechargeable lithium batteries that can be used in conjunction with a solar panel.
When using rechargeable batteries with a solar panel, OCULiâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s modem can be left online which allows users to view live images via the mobile app or web portal. Changes to the arming schedule can be recognised immediately by the unit, and image uploads to the server are typically reduced to three seconds. When OCULi is used with a speaker, events can automatically trigger a bespoke message to be played once video has stopped recording. The message can be recorded by the user and stored on an SD card.
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WISENET Q SERIES
Hanwha Techwin adds cameras to Q Series
Hanwha Techwin has further strengthened its Wisenet Q series with the introduction of 2 and 5 megapixel cameras. The 2 megapixel Wisenet QNB-6002 supersedes the QNB-6000, whilst the 5 megapixel Wisenet QNB-8002 is a new addition to the camera series.
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he two H.265 cameras are equipped with an Open Platform chipset which provides the opportunity for end users to benefit from selected edge-based specialist applications developed by Hanwha Techwinâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s technology partners. The cameras also feature a suite of Intelligent Video Analytics (IVA), which includes tamper detection, directional detection, defocus detection, virtual linecross, enter/exit and motion detection. Other key features include WDR, which performs at up to 120dB to produce clear
images from scenes containing a challenging mix of bright and dark areas. With smart video compression, H.265, H.264 or MJPEG compression can be further enhanced by WiseStream II, a complementary technology which dynamically controls encoding, balancing quality and compression, according to movement in the image. Bandwidth efficiency is significantly improved when WiseStream II is combined with H.265 compression, compared to standard H.264 technology. WiseStream II can help reduce the total cost of ownership of a video surveillance
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POPULUS BOLLARD SYSTEM
ATG Access offers bridge protection
Manufacturer of road blockers, bollards and vehicle barriers, ATG Access, has launched its Populus Bollard system which is designed for ridge protection. It is the second bridge security system the company has brought to market. The new solution is claimed to be the shortest, shallowest and the slimmest solution making it ideal for bridge applications. The system achieved both the IWA 14 and PAS 68 standards during tests undertaken at the MIRA testing facility in March 2020, and was able to arrest a 7.5-tonne vehicle traveling at 30mph at a 30 degree angle. The tests simulated the distinctive features of a vehicular attack on a bridge and resulted in minimal penetration damage of under half a
metre. Bridge design dictates that vehicular attacks are most likely to be carried out at a shallow angle, as a forward moving vehicle leaves the carriageway to mount the pavement at speed. Bridges bring specific challenges to security systems such as drainage requirements, expansion joints and depth constraints. Coupled with the inability to close structures for prolonged installation periods, bridge security systems need to operate within strict parameters while delivering robust
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FACE RECOGNITION
Hikvision offers facial access and T&A solution
Hikvision has announced its new access control and time attendance offerings, the MinMoe face recognition terminals. Designed to meet a multitude of real-world scenarios and customer needs, the MinMoe terminals include four series: Value, Pro , Ultra and Face Recognition Modules for Turnstiles. With powerful functions, the Value Series (DS-K1T331) products have been designed for SMB scenarios, such as offices and retail shops.
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rank Zhang, President of the International Product and Solution Centre at Hikvision, stated, â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;We see great advantages in the touch-free experience that face recognition provides. With advanced deep learning technology and diverse practical functions, we
expect MinMoe face recognition terminals to enhance security and efficiency for our smalland medium-sized customers, making access control and time attendance much easier.â&#x20AC;&#x2122; The MinMoe terminals are powered by a deep learning algorithm, which increases
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VIDEO SURVEILLANCE
Arcules partners with RAS Watch
Arcules has announced a strategic partnership with RAS Watch to deliver a fully managed and outsourced global security operations center (GSOC) solution. The jointly developed Rapid Deployment Kit incorporates the Arcules cloud video management system and Axis Communications IP cameras, as well as remote monitoring, alert verification and system health monitoring from RAS Watch.
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ith Arcules’ secure cloud-based video surveillance service and RAS Watch’s fully managed GSOC, business and security leaders can quickly, efficiently and cost-effectively secure assets. Short-term contracts are available. The Arcules and RAS Watch partnership
allows for rapid deployment of both video camera technology and remote setup through the intuitive, easy-to-use Arcules cloud video surveillance interface. The Arcules service enables users to remotely manage views across all of a company’s locations, organise user and group permissions, check the status
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Benchmark delivers the information needed to enable integrators and end users to fully realise the potential from modern smart solutions. As the technological landscape evolves and the business community faces ever greater challenges, so the deployment of smart solutions becomes critical for the success of a wide range of ventures. With expertise in a number of technological fields, Benchmark provides unrivalled coverage across a number of sectors. Designed to be easy to navigate, and with a strong focus on presenting the pros and cons of various technologies and design approaches, Benchmark makes it easy for those with an interest in smart solutions, intelligent buildings, IoT and smart cities to access up-to-date independent information to help create a more efficient future.
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OCCUPANCY
Enhancing Value with Occupancy Insights
Regulations designed to allow businesses and organisations to operate under COVID-Secure restrictions have placed a great emphasis on social distancing and occupancy control in sites. For end users seeking to implement the regulations in an efficient and cost-effective manner, technology-based solutions can offer an answer.
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s an increased number of businesses and organisations start to return to normal operations â&#x20AC;&#x201C; or operations as normal as they can be given todayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s challenges regarding social distancing â&#x20AC;&#x201C; the benefits of automated smart occupancy management are becoming increasingly obvious. While many sites are recommencing work using management methods controlled
by personnel, this approach is neither costeffective nor is it safe for those involved. Technology offers a smarter and safer solution, in that it can accurately track footfall and occupancy, record traffic levels and deliver real-time reporting to management. This ensures sites can operate in a safer way and be able to react to exceptions and anomalies as they occur. Implementing such a
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