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OCTOBER 2020 ISSUE 425

ACCESS CONTROL FOR SMES

l Case Study: Ryde Eastwood Leagues Club l Special Report: Considerations of Entrance Control l Alarm Monitoring: Integrating Management Solutions? l Case Study: Access 1 Integrates Perth Raft l Product Review: Panasonic WV-U1542L Bullet Camera l SAGE 2020 Pre-Registrations Now Open! l Universities Ready To Move From Legacy Access Control l Case Study: Philip Island Penguin Parade

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TECHNOLOGY TRENDS & SECURITY ELECTRONICS T’S impossible not to see the nexus between current technology trends and security electronics – so many of our best solutions have developed and matured over decades during which the market has paid them the merest attention. That’s all about to change and the issues of the future are going to be about managing growth and positioning businesses to best deliver solutions the market is finally hungry for.

Top of the list is artificial intelligence – AI is really starting to hit its straps across almost all business verticals – manufacturing, energy management, automation, risk prediction, operational efficiency management, and much more. From the point of view of electronic security people, many of our products have been flying a holding pattern for a long time and what this trend is going to do is whet user appetite once and for all.

Many of the industry’s best software management solutions already offer powerful AI functionalities and you can expect installers to want to know about these and end users to want to leverage them moving forward.

Whether it’s operational precision, enhancing efficiency, improving security by sharing resources or data across an enterprise, the hunger is there and it’s growing. AI is also going to allow for creative integration between multiple management solutions, creating super-PSIMs that will deliver situational awareness across multiple sites and organisations in way that empowers associated security and emergency services teams. The functionality to handle such applications is here and now – developing the human partnerships will be the thing.

Alongside AI is deep learning, software solutions that allow devices or systems to learn their environments in order to predict the way developing events will unfold, to ascertain what is typical for a location and

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Human operators will always be needed to monitor security solutions, but machine learning will present them with event data bundled up in a completely new way. recognise aberrations. Deep learning can be applied to almost any input and this information can be used to monitor the state of a constellation of devices to provide highly evolved situational awareness. Human operators will always be needed to monitor security solutions, but machine learning will present them with event data bundled up in a completely new way. Instead of constantly scanning systems looking for trouble, operators will be able to get on with other work and will only be called upon to address serious events.

Meanwhile, machine learning has considerable ability to feed into security and automation systems as well. The alarm systems of the future will not only aggregate alarm inputs of all kinds, they’ll decide whether or not a genuine intrusion or life-threatening event is happening and then communicate with monitoring teams and/or emergency services – possibly by themselves.

And robotics comes in, too. When it comes to electronic security solutions, try not to see robotics as Dalek-style units patrolling a site, but as multiple compact PTZs empowered by deep learning algorithms assessing audio, optical and thermal sensors so as to recognise intrusion, bushfire, assault, gunshot and more, and to undertake proactive measures to resolve crises.

In commercial and government applications, drones are likely to play a role as robots, with the ability to confirm accident, intrusion or outbreak of fire.

Another major trend is edge computing fuelled by the need to reduce the load on cloud solutions.

This trend is going to lead to more capable security devices which have the ability to recognise event patterns and, as far as possible, respond to them locally – that might be by audible tones but could also be by contacting

management, emergency services or maintenance crews.

The internet of things has a role to play here, too. Whether devices are connected via Wi-Fi, Bluetooth or any other secure wireless comms path, central to increasing situational awareness and empowering deep learning AI will be data inputs – thousands and thousands of data inputs. These will require devices with robust batteries, low current draws and the ability to communicate short distances via mesh, until signals can get to edge devices for communication with regional or central management solutions. There are now over 30 billion IoT devices installed globally, collecting a vast amount of data.

It’s impossible to disconnect cybersecurity from all this development because we still aren’t doing it properly and it is always changing – all these devices, all these systems, all these networks, must be secured – the more connectivity, the more security. Cybersecurity is going to be huge in the future. It’s likely to be integrated into devices but there will also need to be a laser focus on this area – an intensity of focus we have never seen before. That will bring in other new technologies, including blockchain, which will ensure data cannot be intercepted during the process of transmission.

From the point of view of security installers and security integrators, decisions will need to be made about which business models best serve clients as these trends unfold in ways that expose a completely altered sense of what constitutes electronic security solutions. And end users and the consultants serving them will need to confront the possibilities of security solutions whose capabilities and potential are on a trajectory of exponential growth. n

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26: ACCESS CONTROL FOR SMES Small medium enterprises have different access control requirements to those of larger organisations but it’s a mistake to think these compact solutions are short on functionality.

11: UNIVERSITIES READY TO MOVE FROM LEGACY ACCESS CONTROL: SURVEY A SURVEY of 1800 higher education security and IT professionals conducted by Genetec suggests a majority of higher education institutions are ready to move on from legacy access control solutions and are eager to embrace the latest technologies.

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32: BOSCH INTELLIGENT INSIGHT Bosch has introduced a software solution called Intelligent Insights that enables customers to use data in new ways to enhance situational awareness in real time.

34: ESTIMATING SECURITY INSTALLATIONS What factors do you think need to be considered when estimating the cost of installing electronic security solutions? One thing is sure, the process is more complex and more important to a successful and profitable job than you think.

36: RYDE EASTWOOD LEAGUES CLUB ARA has installed Hikvision thermal temperature scanning cameras and people counting cameras supported by a Hikvision NVR at Ryde Eastwood Leagues Club in Sydney.

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Axis Communications’ cameras, including a Q3517 dome and a Q6075-S PTZ, have been deployed by integrator Lanec to cover Phillip Island’s annual penguin parade.

Installers and security managers should be thinking about incorporating door hardware and design that offers best support to access control systems and their electronic locking devices.

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46: ACCESS 1 INTEGRATES RAFT Access 1 has installed a Bosch access and alarm system, and a Milesight CCTV system, supported by a Ubiquiti wireless network, for new floating venue The Raft, located on the Swan River in Perth, Western Australia.

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OCTOBER 2020 ISSUE 425

ACCESS CONTROL FOR SMES

l Case Study: Ryde Eastwood Leagues Club l Special Report: Considerations of Entrance Control l Alarm Monitoring: Integrating Management Solutions? l Case Study: Access 1 Integrates Perth Raft l Product Review: Panasonic WV-U1542L Bullet Camera l SAGE 2020 Pre-Registrations Now Open! l Universities Ready To Move From Legacy Access Control l Case Study: Philip Island Penguin Parade

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CENTEC WINS MARIBYRNONG COUNCIL SECURITY CONTRACT n CENTEC has won a contract with the Victorian Government to deliver maintenance, programming, and monitoring for Maribyrnong City Council’s access control and CCTV systems.

City of Maribyrnong is a local government area within the metropolitan area of Melbourne, Australia. It comprises the inner western suburbs between 5 and 10 kilometres from Melbourne city centre. It was formed in

1994 from the merger of the City of Footscray and parts of the City of Sunshine.

Community safety is a high priority for Maribyrnong City Council. Council has a Shared Approach to Safety in the City of Maribyrnong partnership with Victoria Police. Council’s approach to safety is underpinned by a strong commitment to crime prevention through environmental design, including the application of CCTV surveillance systems.

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of CCTV is to discourage and/or detect unlawful behaviour. The City of Maribyrnong operates 2 separate systems: l Public CCTV system: 32 cameras managed in partnership with Victoria Police. These cameras provide 24-hour surveillance of large parts of the Footscray Central Activity District. l Council asset management system: A number of cameras that are used as an asset

SECURITY INDUSTRY ASSOCIATION REJECTS CALL FOR ENDING FACE RECOGNITION, ISSUES POLICY PRINCIPLES n The United Statesbased Security Industry Association (SIA) has rejected calls for ending the use of face recognition technology by law enforcement agencies and has released new policy principles guiding the development and deployment of facial recognition solutions.

According to the SIA, all technology products, including biometric identification, must only be used for purposes that are lawful, ethical and nondiscriminatory.

“SIA recognizes that some community leaders have expressed deeply-held views calling for the end of facial recognition technology use by law enforcement and the private sector,” SIA CEO Don Erickson said.

“We respectfully but firmly disagree. Facial

recognition technology offers tremendous benefits to society when used effectively and responsibly and with appropriate safeguards.

“We invite all stakeholders to review these well-thoughtout principles and engage with us in meaningful discussions leading to common-sense approaches to how this technology is used.”

SIA said the principles to be used in the development and deployment of face recognition technology should apply to implementation of face recognition tools across safety and security applications, in both publicand private-sector settings, and should be reflected in development of any organizational or public policies addressing these uses of the technology.

The SIA’s core facial recognition principles include: l Ensuring transparency surrounding the use of facial recognition l Establishing a clear and defined purpose for the use of facial recognition by organizations l Using high-performing and accurate technology l Incorporating human oversight and review l Protecting data security l Ensuring privacy by design l Training and educating users of technology l Improving or eliminating biased or discriminatory software l Maintaining ethical acquisition of facial recognition technology.

These core policy principles were developed by and with input from many SIA members, including members of the SIA Facial Recognition Working Group, the SIA Data Privacy Advisory Board and the SIA Executive Committee. In addition to the core principles, the new document includes guidelines around the use of face recognition technology by law enforcement and the public and private sectors.

protection measure, with the presence of cameras helping to prevent damage to property and deter

anti-social behaviour and inappropriate activity in settings such as libraries and leisure centres.

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Smiths Detection & Western Advance Install Downing Centre Court Security System p.12 Gallagher Triple Finalist In U.S. OSPAs p.14 Dahua AI Gait Recognition Breaks CASIA-B Gait Records p.16 SCSI Reports Alarm Monitoring Rebates Are Back! p.18 Access Control Market Worth $US12.8 Billion By 2025 p.20

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MUZAMMEL HAQUE JOINS CRK AS BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT MANAGER n MUZAMMEL Haque has joined C.R. Kennedy as business development manager based in the Melbourne office.

According to CRK’s Doug Kennedy, Haque joined the electronic security industry in 2008 after graduating from Victoria University with an electronics and

telecommunication degree as a technical support engineer.

“Muzammel has worked in a security wholesale distribution business for 13 years, with 11 years’ experience working with ISCS in Victoria.

“His product experience includes UNV, Dahua, HID,

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RISCO, DSX, Milestone, NX witness, Protégé and Salto, Rosslare, and many other security products, which makes him the perfect fit for CRK – on behalf of the whole team I’d like to welcome Muzammel aboard,” Kennedy said.

Haque said he was delighted to be joining C.R. Kennedy.

“My extensive experience in electronic security products of sales, technical, product management, developing and implementing processes, policies, and procedures across the sales and operations functions of small and medium-sized businesses in the security industry will definitely be an asset for CRK in my new role,” Haque said.

JEFF CORR JOINS HILLS AS VENDOR BUSINESS MANAGER n HILLS has bolstered its category management team with the appointment of Jeff Corr to the role of vendor business manager of the security product portfolio for the ANZ distribution business.

Corr has an extensive background in the security industry with a career spanning over 20 years and a solid background in the access control market, having worked for key vendors such as Salto Systems and ASSA Abloy.

“The new direction of Hills Management is very inviting and empowering,” Corr said of his decision to join the team. “Hills has a can-do culture which allows team members to use their

skills to get the best solution for clients.”

Corr’s responsibilities will be to drive revenue and service excellence as well as control costs, and mitigating risks. He also aims to gain increased value from specific vendors throughout the product life cycle.

Jeff Corr

UNIVERSITIES READY TO MOVE FROM LEGACY ACCESS CONTROL: SURVEY n A SURVEY of 1800 higher education security and IT professionals conducted

by Genetec suggests a majority of higher education institutions are ready to move on from legacy access control solutions and are eager to embrace the latest technologies.

The survey found that more than half of respondents wanted to unify access control credentials to support multiple applications, while 44 per cent wanted better integration with

other security systems/ components. While organisations are ready to embrace new access control technology, they are looking to go ‘beyond the door’ and integrate with other security and operations systems.

The survey shows that 33.76 per cent of readers, 30.6 per cent of controllers, and 24 per cent of software are more than 6 years old.

Older technologies such as barcode, magnetic stripe and 125khz low-frequency proximity continue to dominate physical access

control systems in higher education. More than half of survey respondents still use mag stripe, and almost a quarter still use 125khz prox. And 64 per cent of survey respondents said their current access control system experiences malfunctions.

At the same time, more than a third of survey respondents (35 per cent) are ready to embrace more modern technology as a way of improving the experience for students, faculty, and

administrators. Over half of respondents (54.2 per cent) would be interested in using their access control credentials to support multiple applications beyond physical access, and 44 per cent stated that better integration with other security systems/ components is a key driver to upgrade their access control systems.

Most colleges and universities want their students to use a single card or mobile credentials for multiple types of applications from accessing dormitory rooms and checking out books from the library to locking bicycles and paying for food, parking, and more.

However, 64 per cent of survey participants said while they want to upgrade their systems, they view costs as an obstacle. This often leads institutions to ultimately migrate to systems that fulfill minimum requirements because of cost, rather than seek the features and integration capabilities

they seek.

“There are new technology options that can make life easier for administrators as well as those who use the systems,” says Jason Friedberg, commercial head, education at Genetec.

“With ever evolving threats, and a need for increased efficiency, accessibility and privacy, security on higher education campuses is an everchanging environment.

Institutions need to be prepared for these changes by upgrading to a unified video and access control solution that is flexible, connected, and easy to use.”

“And while cost is seen as an obstacle, the true value is often not factored in. With a modern, unified system, ongoing costs often end up being lower than those of legacy systems because the additional capabilities of newer systems increase operational efficiencies across multiple departments,” concluded Friedberg.

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SMITHS DETECTION & WESTERN ADVANCE INSTALL DOWNING CENTRE COURT SECURITY SYSTEM n SMITHS Detection and integrator, Western Advance, have successfully completed one of the most comprehensive security system installations in an Australian community court, officially opened last month at Sydney’s Downing Centre Court Complex.

The integrated system responds to the needs of the justice system to enable best practice safety protocols to be employed at courts and tribunal locations throughout New South Wales. Smiths Detection products featured in the system include: • CT scanner that generates high-resolution 3D images and offers the most advanced technology for bag and parcel screening, allowing electronic devices and liquids to remain in bags

so visitors can move through the screening process quickly and with convenience.

• An automated peoplescreening solution that uses flat-panel millimetrewave technology to detect concealed contrabands.

Potential threats are marked up on scanned silhouette images enabling a fast and efficient directed search, minimising physical contact.

• X-ray scanner for bag screening which provides reliable, high-quality dualview images.

• An automated trayhandling system designed to streamline security screening process by removing crowd congestion.

The system also integrates thermal temperature cameras and CCTV systems provided by Western Advance to further enhance security.

“We’re delighted to be able to provide our industryleading technology to Downing Centre Court,” said Jordan Thrupp, managing director for Smiths Detection Australia and New Zealand.

“Together, with Western Advance, we have been able to design fit-for-purpose security lanes that will

bring improved security controls to help protect the people of Australia. We hope to continue to support secured facilities across Australia with their security needs.”

Western Advance general manager, Peter Downy, said the Downing Centre Court Complex security system will set the standard for

courts and tribunal facilities across Australia and the Asia Pacific region: “Downing Centre Court Complex is one of the largest and busiest courts in Australia, and the security system must be robust enough to ensure the safety of staff and the community who use the service and facility,” Downy said.

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ZANKAP DISTRIBUTING TECOM CHALLENGER

GALLAGHER TRIPLE FINALIST IN U.S. OSPAS

n ZANKAP has entered into a formal distribution arrangement with Hills for the Tecom Challenger suite of products, which further builds on an existing relationship that allows Zankap to distribute the Hills Reliance range.

“This is an important partnership for both businesses and ensures that installers can access the products they need from a location that best suits them,” said Zankap director, Janet Kapor.

Hill’s GM sales, NSW/ACT, David Noden, said Hills team was delighted by its growing partnership with Zankap.

“It’s great to be working with Janet and the Zankap team to expand our reach to the security market for Reliance and Tecom,” Noden said.

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n GALLAGHER has been named a finalist in 3 categories of the 2020 United States’ Outstanding Security Performance Awards (OSPAs) and was one of only 3 companies announced as a finalist for Outstanding Security Equipment Manufacturer.

Gallagher’s Security Portal for Online Training (SPOT) and the innovative Proximity and Contact Tracing Report were named finalists in the Outstanding Security Training Initiative and Outstanding New Product categories, respectively.

“We’re proud to produce world-leading, innovative security solutions that protect people and assets all across the globe,” says Scott Elliott, Gallagher’s vice president for the Americas.

“It’s an honour to be named as finalists in 3 OSPAs

Janet Kapor of Zankap (l) with David Noden, Hills.

security distributor, based at Chatswood in Sydney, with a wide range and a focus on customer service, that launched in July 2019 with a focus on intercom, video, security, and home automation.

MEREDITH PALMER APPOINTED GALLAGHER CHIEF PRODUCT OFFICER n GALLAGHER is pleased to announce Meredith Palmer has been appointed chief product officer for Gallagher’s security business. In this role, Palmer will drive the vision, strategy, design, and development roadmap for Gallagher’s security solutions.

Palmer joined Gallagher in April 2020 overseeing Gallagher’s new security solution for small businesses. The chief product officer role has now been expanded to cover the full breadth of Gallagher’s security solutions, including high security, enterprise, and small-medium business.

“I’m delighted to see Meredith take on the challenge of the expanded chief product officer role,” said Mark Junge, global general manager – security.

“Since joining us earlier this year, she has quickly become a valued member of our executive leadership team and she has brought

an insightful fresh perspective to our small business solution. We have no doubt she will continue to drive development and make a strong contribution across the full security portfolio.”

Palmer brings over 20 years of experience in marketing, product management, strategy, and innovation to the role, and has lived and worked in countries all over the world. In 2018, she completed a Senior Executive MBA at Melbourne Business School.

Meredith Palmer

Zankap brands include Tecom Challenger, Hills Reliance, Bticino, Kocom, Uniview, VIP Vision, Dahua, DSC, Kantech, Padde, FSH, HID, Certech plus cable, exit buttons, batteries and general accessories.

categories which recognize the best in the industry.”

The U.S. OSPAs serve to acknowledge the creditable and infinite contributions that companies, initiatives, teams, and individuals make to the security industry and wider community.

The awards recognize exceptional performance in different categories.

Winners will be announced at a virtual awards ceremony on Friday September 25.

Scott Elliot, Gallagher.

NUCTECH WINS ELECTRONIC DRUG TRACE DETECTION SYSTEM FOR WA DOJ

n NUCTECH has won a $A300,000 contract to provide an electronic drug tracer detection system for the West Australian Department of Justice, Corrective Services Division.

The original tender sought an organisation from which the DoJ could purchase/operating lease Electronic Drug Trace Detection Devices that will be used to detect and prevent the introduction of unauthorised and illegal drugs to secure custodial

facilities throughout the state of Western Australia.

The Department of Justice, Corrective Services Division, is responsible for the good order and government of prisons and juvenile detention centres across the state of Western Australia.

The detection and prevention of unauthorised or illegal drugs and contraband entering secure custodial facilities is a priority focus for Corrective Services to reduce risk to the security of facilities,

the safety of staff, as well as impacting on the rehabilitation of prisoners and young people in custody.

THE DETECTION AND PREVENTION OF UNAUTHORISED OR ILLEGAL DRUGS AND CONTRABAND ENTERING SECURE CUSTODIAL FACILITIES IS A PRIORITY FOCUS FOR CORRECTIVE SERVICES...

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Wisenet7 acquired UL CAP certification.

Global security company Hanwha Techwin announced on September 9 that it acquired the UL CAP (Cybersecurity Assurance Program) certification, an international cybersecurity standards, for its newly launched network video surveillance cameras equipped Wisenet7 SoC(System on Chip).

UL CAP is a certification program by UL, a leading global safety science company with over 127 years of history. The program assesses network-connectable products for the potential cybersecurity issues such as, security vulnerabilities of system software and the security level against security threats.

Hanwha Techwin obtained the certification by meeting all of UL’s thorough evaluation criteria such as penetration test, access control, encryption, and software update.

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DAHUA AI GAIT RECOGNITION BREAKS CASIA-B GAIT RECORDS n DAHUA Technology’s gait recognition technology has again broken the record of CASIA-B gait dataset records across multiple parameters. The average accuracy of Rank1 for NM (normal walking), BG (with a bag) and CL (in a coat) reached 97.4 per cent, 94.0 per cent, and 87.0 per cent respectively, hitting another historical height and maintaining its leading position.

Gait recognition uses body shape and walking posture to identify a person, even

GAIT RECOGNITION USES BODY SHAPE AND WALKING POSTURE TO IDENTIFY A PERSON, EVEN IF HIS/HER FACE IS OCCLUDED.

if his/her face is occluded.

It is one of the biometric recognition technologies with the greatest potential for long distance recognition scenarios.

Aiming to address the technical difficulties of gait recognition in clothing changing search, carrying changing search and cross-view search, Dahua Technology integrates innovation and application of multi-modal gait algorithms, local gait feature extraction, and spatio-temporal gait feature extraction technologies.

Combined with powerful model training and object recognition, it greatly improves the algorithm’s robustness in special scene applications, such as clothing changing, similar

clothing, facial occlusion, and facial disguise, and thus making the gait recognition analysis more accurate and efficient.

MSS WINS MAJOR MIM SECURITY CONTRACT n MSS Security’s Queensland business reports it has recently been successful in securing a major security contract with Glencore Mount Isa Mines.

With a team of 30 security officers, MSS Security is now providing services which incorporate a control room, access control, mobile surveillance, and an administrative team.

In addition, the contract includes the provision of a dedicated drug and alcohol testing resource for the site.

MSS said MIM will fuel its continued growth in the North West region of Queensland.

The contract award is a significant win that further demonstrates MSS Security’s reach across the vast regions of remote Australia, as well as the company’s capability in the resources and mining sector.

Located 1900 kilometres north west of Brisbane and with a population of 18,000, the city of Mount Isa was originally established to develop

the vast mineral deposits discovered in the area.

Mount Isa Mines (MIM), includes 2 separate mining and processing streams for copper and zinc-lead-silver.

It is one of Australia’s largest industrial complexes, with underground mines that go as far down as 1900 metres. The ore collected is processed and smelted on site, before being transported via rail to a copper refinery and port operations in Townsville, for further processing and export.

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parsing, binocular stereo matching, remote sensing image analysis, person re-identification and visual target tracking algorithms.

FREDON INSTALLS CCTV, INTERCOM HELP POINTS AT QUEEN’S WHARF, BRISBANE

n ELECTRONIC security integrator Fredon has installed CCTV, intercom help points and duress points, along with lighting as part of a $4.6 million upgrade undertaken by Multiplex at Brisbane’s Queen’s Wharf Goodwill Extension.

Queen’s Wharf is undergoing a development that will see the precinct filled with multiple attractions such as a new world-class casino, the 360 Sky Deck, 4 premium hotels, 50 new food and beverage establishments, entertainment facilities, a high-end retail plaza and new public spaces.

Fredon provided the design, supply, installation,

verification and testing of the following electrical, communication and security works: • Consumer sub-mains, distribution boards, general light & power system • Lighting control system • Information technology system – active & passive • Security system with CCTV, intercom help points and duress • Street lighting (poles).

QUEEN’S WHARF IS UNDERGOING A DEVELOPMENT THAT WILL SEE THE PRECINCT FILLED WITH MULTIPLE ATTRACTIONS.

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NEWS OCTOBER 2020

SCSI REPORTS ALARM MONITORING REBATES ARE BACK! n ACCORDING to SCSI’s Dale Acott, rebates in the security industry on PSTN 13xx calls haven’t actually disappeared but have declined drastically due to the NBN rollout to the point that the value is negligible.

“It’s no secret that the alarm monitoring industry has had its ups and SCSI’s Dale Acott

down’s in recent years, especially with the change in telecommunication technologies, COVID-19 and the upcoming 3G shutdown firmly in the minds of everyone, with each of these factors impacting on cash flow and profitability,” Acott said.

“Now in 2020, the company

that originally helped bring rebates to the industry 20+ years ago, is introducing a new SCSI Rebate Scheme, which is available to any appropriately licensed security installer or central monitoring station in Australia. We are introducing a monthly cash rebate offer based around SCSI’s highly

successful DirectWireless alarm transmission system.”

According to Acott, SCSI, being one of the few Australian-owned and operated companies still servicing the industry, is answering the call to help Australian business by offering a $A1, $2 and $5 cash rebate offer every month across all its nominated polling plans.

“Better still, the team at SCSI is pleased to announce that as part of the rebate offer, the DirectWireless 4G/IPDTU alarm communicator will now be available for a flat rate of $99 including GST, with free shipping,” Acott said. “This offer is available industry-wide, exclusively via the new www.dwrebates. com.au website and independent of any other offer.”

To get the rebate, installers and monitoring stations register online, and sign up to the rebates agreement,

order and buy units from the SCSI website, and once units are installed and online, they can be eligible for a rebate payment every month.

“What’s almost unbelievable is that SCSI is extending the rebate offer to include 3G hardware replacements,” Acott said. “When replacing an existing 3G unit, whether it be a competitor’s unit, or even an SCSI unit, you’re eligible for a hardware credit (terms apply) of $40, including GST, making the overall cost of the new unit just $59.”

“This fantastic new rebate scheme has the potential to put thousands of dollars directly back into the hands of installers or monitoring centres every month.”

To find out more about this programme, or the DirectWireless alarm transmission system and hardware, visit www.scsi.com.au

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ACCESS CONTROL MARKET WORTH $US12.8 BILLION BY 2025 n ACCORDING to the new market research report, published by MarketsandMarkets, the access control market is projected to grow from $8.6 billion in 2020 to $12.8 billion by 2025, growing at a CAGR of 8.2 per cent.

The ‘Access Control Market with COVID-19 Impact

by Offering (Card-based Readers, Biometric Readers, Electronic Locks, Controllers, Software, Services), ACaaS (Hosted, Managed, Hybrid), Vertical, and Region – Global Forecast to 2025 Report’ suggests increasing deployment of wireless security systems and rising adoption of IoT-based security systems with cloud computing platforms are the key factor that drives the growth of the access control market.

Biometric technologies are used to measure different

physiological parameters for identification and authentication purposes in access control systems.

The market for biometric reader-based access control systems has been further categorized into fingerprint recognition, palm recognition, iris recognition, face recognition, and voice recognition.

The report argued biometrics is one of the fastest-growing technologies used to secure perimeters. This technology enables identifying a person’s physical characteristics to provide controlled physical access to infrastructure.

This technology is being increasingly used in government facilities, manufacturing units, power stations, defence establishments, and enterprises.

According to the report, the commercial vertical is the largest end user of access control systems. In this vertical, commercial facilities such as enterprises and data centers; BFSI; retail stores and malls;

PORTLAND OREGON COUNCIL PASSES BUSINESS FACE RECOGNITION BAN n PORTLAND Oregon City Council in the U.S. has passed legislation that bans use of face recognition technology, not only by the city, but by private business and corporations. The move has major ramifications for use of the technology, not only in the U.S. but around the world.

The ban leans on a pair on ordinances: The first prohibits use of face recognition solutions in private locations accessible to the public – that includes any public facing business – banks, restaurants, cinemas, retail outlets, hotels and many more.

More impactful still is the second ordinance, which

gives individual citizens the power to sue organisations $US1000 per day, or for unspecified damages if they be greater, for unlawful use of face recognition technology.

“We hope the passage of this landmark legislation in Portland will spur efforts to enact statewide legislation that protects all Oregonians from the broad range of ways that our biometric information is collected, stored, sold, and used without our permission,” Jann Carson, interim executive director of the ACLU of Oregon.

According to Carson, face recognition is harmful “especially to black people,

indigenous people, people of colour, and women, who frequently are misidentified by the technology”.

Carson’s assertions are correct in relation to subjects with darker skin tones, a finding highlighted by a NIST report earlier in the year. The NIST report argued the issues relate to the fact the technology was created using white European faces, but this discounts that much face recognition technology is coming from Chinese makers. Nor did the report appear to consider challenges of reflectance, which might increase error rates and may be eliminated with direct lighting.

From the point of view of integrators and end users, video analytics/VCA offers considerable functionality enhancements, from people counting to line crossing, objects left and a great deal in between. Face recognition is also effective for handsfree access control. Losing these capabilities will slice into future efficiencies of CCTV solutions, as well as disempowering smart search functions.

and entertainment areas are considered. Manned security for all physical locations is difficult and expensive. The demand for access control systems is increasing since they reduce the need for manned

security to a greater extent, thereby reducing security expenditure. These factors are encouraging commercial facilities to adopt access control systems to protect people and properties.

SECUSAFE OPENS NEW SEVEN HILLS ADMIN, DISTRIBUTION CENTRE

n ELECTRONIC security distributor SecuSafe has opened its new administration and distribution at Seven Hills in Sydney.

“After 13 years servicing our NSW clients from Auburn, we are relocating to a new administration and distribution centre located at Seven Hills,” said SecuSafe’s Andy Lee. According to Lee, SecuSafe’s warehouses are fully stocked to meet any surveillance need.

“We’d like to thank all our

customers for the support they’ve given us over the past 13 years,” Lee said.

SecuSafe’s new national distribution centre is at Unit 9-10, 5 Brumby Street, Seven Hills, NSW, 2147.

AFTER 13 YEARS SERVICING OUR NSW CLIENTS FROM AUBURN, WE ARE RELOCATING TO A NEW ADMINISTRATION AND DISTRIBUTION CENTRE LOCATED AT SEVEN HILLS.

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SAGE 2020 PREREGISTRATIONS NOW OPEN! SAGE will again bring together security managers, security consultants, security integrators and installers at the Realm Hotel in Canberra, November 12, to see the latest security products and technologies in a relaxed, informal atmosphere, with a strong focus on operational outcomes – and COVID safety.

COMBINTION of an ACT location, and the compact nature of its concurrent pop-up expo and ASIS ACT seminars, allows SAGE to be the only security expo to take place in ANZ in 2020. The opportunity to catch up on all the latest technology – and with colleagues in a very carefully managed COVID-safe environment – is not something to be missed.

Unsurprisingly, because of COVID-19 restrictions, SAGE will be conducted differently this year, with attendance times managed to conform with the requirements of ACT Government’s health recommendations, as well as with procedures implemented by the Realm Hotel. Attendees should note that there have been no COVID cases in ACT for nearly 8 weeks and that NSW cases remain in single digits. Sydney people attending the event to man stands will be required to take a COVID-19 test in the week leading up to SAGE as an additional precaution.

As we know, there are existing border closures applied to some states and tighter restrictions may be applied at any time, but at this juncture, the event will go ahead as planned, complete with TGA-approved body temperature management screening (approved manual medical devices will be used if not available), contact tracing management, people counting and social distancing via FLIR Brickstream, as well as the use of masks, unless enjoying refreshments. There will also be lashings of hand sanitisers.

ACT Government restrictions mean only 100 people can be inside the main expo area at a time.

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in the foyer, then more time in the expo hall as the day progresses.

Because of the implementation of time slots, the expo will open an hour early at 11am to give more scope for visitors to pick a time that suits them best, while allowing open time slots for second visits later in the day. Time slots include: Session 1: 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM Session 2: 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM Session 3: 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM Session 4: 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM Session 5: 3:00 PM to 4:00 PM Session 6: 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM Session 7: 5:00 PM to 6:00 PM If for some reason you are unable to make your time slot, please arrive at the registration desk and SAGE organisers will see when we can allow access to other time slots based on real time numbers. And please note that drinks and nibbles will be served in the hall and in the foyers, giving plenty of capacity to enjoy end of the day socialising.

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Speaker 4, Raymond Frangie, CISA, CISSP, cybersecurity expert, who will speak on “Smart Buildings: Cybersecurity Threat or Opportunity”.

Speaker 5, Nicky Finn, agency security adviser, National Indigenous Australians Agency, who will speak on “The role of Agency Security Advisers, Accrediting and Certifying Authorities”.

Speaker 6, Scott Taylor, CPP, JP, chief operating officer, Southern Cross Group, and NSW ASIS Chapter Chairman, who will speak on “Defeating Access Controls Using Social Engineering” in the main Expo Hall.

ASIS ACT SEMINARS Once again ASIS ACT has created an excellent seminar for the event. Seminars will be held in the North Courtyard. Streaming of seminars will be done through South Courtyard and area in between.

Speakers 3 and 6 will be streamed to foyer areas as well.

Seminar Speaker 1, Geoffrey Askew, AM, Principal, Askew & Associates, and former Senior Executive (Security and Emergency Management), QANTAS Group, who will speak on “Rethinking Australian Aviation Security Management and Funding” at 10am in the seminar area.

Speaker 2, Julian Talbot, ASM, co-author, Security Risk Management Body of Knowledge (SRMBoK), who will speak on “Enterprise Security Risk Management”.

Speaker 3, Keynote Address by MAJGEN Dr Marcus Thompson, AM, Head, Information Warfare Division, Australian Defence Force in the main Expo Hall.

As in previous years, the seminar format will be presentations on the hour every hour from 10am (except lunch break at 1pm) for 30 minutes, with up to 15 minutes for questions, then a 15-minute break until the next speaker.

Refreshments for visitors starting at 3.30pm will be available within the expo area, as well as the Melbourne and Sydney foyers – the entry and exit points for the expo hall.

ASIS ACT will hold its annual dinner at the Press Club. Book tickets on SAGE’s website. www. securityandgovernmentexpo.com.au It goes without saying that these are not ordinary times, that SAGE organisers will conform with every health and safety precaution and will not hesitate to postpone the event until 2021 to ensure the safety of all involved should health recommendations require this at any time in the leadup to the event.

However, with due care and with teamwork and goodwill between all involved, SAGE seems likely to be the only opportunity security professionals will get to spend time with the latest security products and solutions in 2020. Book your visit now - we can hardly wait to see you all there! n

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AXIS FILMS PENGUIN PARADE Axis Communications’ cameras, including a Q3517 dome and a Q6075-S PTZ, have been deployed by integrator Lanec to cover Phillip Island’s annual penguin parade. xis Communications’ Wai King Wong said the team is proud to be a part of the iconic annual penguin pilgrimage, with several Axis cameras installed by integrator Lanec, to capture live images of the seasonal migration to the Australian island territory.

The penguins return from their fishing expedition in Bass Strait to their homes on Phillip Island at around the same time every year and this year the event was live-streamed by the Phillip Island Nature Parks, a not-for-profit conservation organisation, which operates complementary ecotourism experiences on Phillip Island.

The live stream was hosted by ranger Skye Nichols, and drew an online crowd of more than 770,000 people. Viewers witnessed around 900 penguins come ashore in groups, moving from the cold waters up onto the beach then across the island to their burrows. The live stream was the first in a series that will feature the annual penguin migration. Victorian Premier Daniel Andrews has been promoting the significance of the natural event, and the Nature Park’s Facebook page is followed by over 100,000 people.

Axis cameras are positioned around the Nature Park to aid in the study of the penguins, and ensure their habitats do not come under threat. The cameras are installed and maintained by Lanec, in conjunction with Axis Communications. There are 2 cameras at the park – a Q3517 dome, as well as a Q6075-S PTZ. The cameras can be operated remotely, with the pan, tilt and zoom functionality of the Q6075-S giving rangers the ability to zoom in across the beach to home in on a raft of penguins as they come ashore, or seek out specific birds to closely observe their

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behaviour. The cameras have also been connected to an application called Camstreamer, which allows rangers at the park to livestream the penguins effectively.

The Q3517 camera is rated at IK10+, and is protected from heavy impact. It is also shielded against wind, snow and heavy rain. Meanwhile, the Q6075-S has P6K9K, IP66, IP67 and NEMA 4X approvals. Both cameras are designed to operate in adverse conditions. The cameras are frequently exposed to salt spray, rain, wind and dust, and must be able to withstand harsh environmental factors to remain operational.

The penguin migration is a significant tourism drawcard for the Victorian economy, and livestreaming the annual event maintains public interest as well as potentially bringing it to a wider audience. Phillip Island Nature Parks would normally have anywhere up to 2000 eco-tourists visiting the island to watch the Penguin Parade, so bringing the event to that audience via livestreaming is of great importance to the organization. As such, the cameras need to be reliable, and provide clear, quality, high-resolution vision.

“We are proud that our cameras were used for this iconic event thanks to their operational efficiency, reliability and advanced features,” said Wai King Wong, director for ANZ at Axis Communications. n

The live stream was hosted by ranger Skye Nichols, and drew an online crowd of more than 770,000 people.

AXIS CAMERAS ARE POSITIONED AROUND THE NATURE PARK TO AID IN THE STUDY OF THE PENGUINS, AND ENSURE THEIR HABITATS DO NOT COME UNDER THREAT.

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ACCESS CONTROL FOR SMES Small medium enterprises have different access control requirements to those of larger organisations but it’s a mistake to think these compact solutions are short on functionality. ccording to Karl Harris, sales manager, South Australia and Northern Territory, at Gallagher, the key features small medium businesses need from an access control solution are operational, but expectations are changing.

“At the core of the SME offering, alarm control and access to an SME site remains the key desire from the market,” Harris says. “That said, the way end users expect technology to work is driving massive changes in this segment.

“As mass market acceptance of technologies like Google Home and Amazon Alexa, as well as a variety of connected devices, increases, there has

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been a growing demand from customers for the same functionalities to flow through to all aspects of their professional lives.

“The need for an access control platform that bridges the gap between the traditional requirements of alarm control and door control from a keypad is now evolving into a platform, where visitor management, contact tracing, mobile and biometrics are also important. CCTV integration is an obvious technology to be embedded beyond the enterprise space.”

What about security integrators – what are the features they should be looking for when meeting SME customer requirements?

“This segment is still a very competitive space where cost and value propositions play a massive role,” Harris says. “Integrators need to answer questions like: Is the offering cost effective? Can the integrator sell the value proposition of spending more to remove long term burdens like a visitor management kiosk to help a site remove the pen and paper register? Is it easier to issue Bluetooth credentials vs card technologies?

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“The SME space for an integrator is murky these days. Offering the cheap as chips solution may still lose the sale to an integrator delivering a solution that goes beyond alarms and doors, to the core of what the SME might need in terms of freeing up resources to manage a site.

“There are the obvious considerations of how easy the system is to install. Can it be expanded? And probably, a more recently asked question is ‘can it be integrated’?”

Would Harris argue integration is now easier for smaller electronic security applications than ever before?

“Absolutely, integration potential is now at the forefront of a large number of end user’s minds when deciding on what platform to run with,” Harris says. “Considerations that never existed in the SME space now pose challenges for integrators delivering complex solutions. Things like Bluetooth credentials and touchless access, 3rd party visitor management system integrations, multi-site management from apps, through to CCTV alarm verification via a single app are a market desire now.”

According to Harris, the management interface of an access control solution is also important.

“The management interface has moved well beyond a privileged end user having a code to add new codes to an SME system,” he explains. “The modern SME user wants total control of a site - they want to be able to view and edit users, see access history, view CCTV events, and they want it all in a simple, easy to use interface. With developments in the web and app space, whatever offering an end user is considering would need to look good and be accessible in whatever platform they chose to use to manage their site.”

When it comes to cloud-based access control solutions, Harris argues these solutions continue to gain dominance over traditional service offerings for an end users’ day to day professional life.

“The security industry has to keep pace with the expectations and desires of our clients,” Harris says.

“Cloud has transformed how the largest to smallest businesses globally can operate and deploy and scale to demands and the client’s expectations of us are no less.

“There is an expectation that any technology being deployed at a client’s site fits in with the transition of services to the cloud. The traditional practice of installing a server in the ‘broom closet’ is fast disappearing.”

Harris says the functionalities that represent the cutting edge of access control today and into the near future are driven by a need for security and simplicity.

“Being able to manage sites remotely and easily through a mobile device is functionality that more and more clients are wanting, also the functionality to have certainty that a cardholder is who they say they are, which can be achieved through 2 factor authentication,” he explains. “End users need to

THINGS LIKE BLUETOOTH CREDENTIALS AND TOUCHLESS ACCESS, 3RD PARTY VISITOR MANAGEMENT SYSTEM INTEGRATIONS, MULTI-SITE MANAGEMENT FROM APPS, THROUGH TO CCTV ALARM VERIFICATION VIA A SINGLE APP IS A MARKET DESIRE NOW.

be thinking about future proofing their access control systems and selecting platforms that have backwards compatibility so their systems can grow with them.

“Richer integrations and easier connectivity of disparate systems are going to become more common and CCTV will integrate further with scenarios like blacklists, whitelists, visitors staying with a host, and access decisions from a CCTV camera. Working with a CCTV system will become more cost effective and flow down from enterprise to SME.” Harris tends to agree that COVID-19 has highlighted the importance of access control systems and their ability to manage access, as well as generate detailed reports for SMEs. “We have seen an increase in clients enquiring about auditing tools and the ability to achieve effective contact tracing,” he says. “Reporting requirements to comply with various state and government regulations have become the new normal. Beyond this, we have the initial up-front checking of staff and visitors at a site to verify people’s temperatures before they can gain site access.

“Hot desking and being able to allocate staff desks that are appropriately distanced and able to be reported on has become quite the flavour of the month. As we start to open up and organisations begin to think about what the new normal looks like, this has become an important consideration. This is something that Gallagher has been able to pivot for and been able to help provide compliance.”

According to David Rees at Salto Australia, security for SMEs means minimizing risks without the high costs associated with implementation, management or maintenance.

“SMEs demand simplicity, ease of use, and internetbased management,” Rees explains. “Additionally, smaller businesses often have limited experience with access management processes, so systems that encourage compliance and good practice out-of-box are preferred.”

When it comes to the features integrators need to support SMEs, Rees says the size of a deployment doesn’t necessarily change the risks being managed, however, customer appetite for cost is typically much lower.

“Selecting solutions that offer low integration effort and compatibility with existing doors, and are simple to support with low failure rates, will make the proposal much more attractive to the customers of integrators,” he explains.

Not surprisingly for a pioneer, Salto sees the value of cloud services.

“As more business management systems move to the cloud, it’s interesting to consider the possibilities of integrating your access control with these systems as well,” says Rees. “With cloud-based access control platforms such as SALTO KS, you can easily integrate modern keyless and wireless access management

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solutions with existing security and management platforms, such as CCTV, intercoms and business management systems, such as OfficeRnD for coworking spaces.

“Manufacturers like SALTO are always seeking new integration partnerships to make it easier for integrators to add value for their customers.”

How important is the management interface of an access control solution for SMEs? “As an SME, frequently your facility management staff are wearing multiple hats,” Rees explains. “It’s not reasonable to expect deep technical expertise in access management software. As a result, simple and intuitive user interfaces with short learning curves are essential so that your access control system doesn’t become a productivity drain.”

Rees believes cloud-based access control solutions are a more viable proposition for SMEs than ever before.

“With cloud, your costs should scale with your consumption - that’s one of the advantages of cloud – you only pay for what you use,” he says. “You don’t want to have great big servers sitting there waiting for hundreds of users or thousands of access points when you only have 10. Ensuring that you’re able to right-size and grow your platform with your user base is an important advantage of the business model. Connecting to other cloud-based platforms for CCTV, intercoms or business management is also relatively straightforward.

“SALTO KS doesn’t require any administration effort to maintain or manage. It is always up-to-date with the latest features via instant updates and addons. Being cloud-based, there’s no need to purchase software licenses, install and manage complicated and expensive IT equipment, or worry about ongoing maintenance and back-ups. Instead, sites unlock the functionality of their account with a 1-year KS subscription.”

What’s coming in the next few years in the access control space, according to Rees?

“Cloud partnerships will be a core strategy in delivering next-generation functionality for access control,” he says. “We’ll see more feature-rich visitor management, meaning more customization of the user experience and the corresponding data you

CLOUD PARTNERSHIPS WILL BE A CORE STRATEGY IN DELIVERING NEXTGENERATION FUNCTIONALITY FOR ACCESS CONTROL.

can gather from such systems. This might include federating access control to end-users, as SALTO KS Pod feature allows building managers to do.

“Post-Covid, there will also be more of an emphasis on access control supporting health and well-being – not just safety and security. Access control will need to facilitate contactless access, measures such as area occupancy limits, lockdown for quarantine and contact-tracing.

“We’ve witnessed a major shift in workplace operations this year,” Rees says. “For many businesses who are now operating with minimal staff or a fully remote workforce, that means drastic changes to who has building or site access, when, and how employees are coming and going. Even with fewer employees actually coming into the office, there are still security risks to consider; access for regular deliveries and maintenance, updated door schedules and operating hours, as well as potentially limited access to security systems that run on localized servers.

“A modern, future-proofed access control system needs to be effective even if most of your staff is working remotely, and it must provide you with the agility to pivot real-time when the risk landscape changes. This might mean having to change access to your business immediately, lock down areas and perform complex tasks such as contact-tracing.”

Over at Hills, Andrew Zafra says the key features small medium businesses need from an access control solution include “an easy to use platform with maximum functionality to allow possibilities that are normally not available using an access control solution, such as integration with BMS, CCTV and more.

“Meanwhile, integrators should be looking for ease of installation and ability to provide a solution that has no need for a local server. The reliance on the cloud is now becoming more favoured, so they should be looking for access to the security systems through the cloud.”

Zafra argues integration is now easier for smaller electronic security applications than ever before.

“Yes! more and more applications have an open protocol to allow integrations to be created,” he says. “This minimises the cost to the end user when budgeting for a holistic system.

“The management interface is sometimes the make or break of an end user having a particular access control system installed. Minimising work time, ease of use and flow of information has been a more and more crucial point in a daily work requirement with access control systems.”

Cloud-based access control solutions are more viable for SMEs, according to Zafra.

“Cloud has been more and more adapted for security solutions,” he says. “Whether a system is hosted in the cloud or using the cloud to access the solution, there are more and more systems that use secure cloud connections.”

In terms of future functionalities, Zafra says integrations have been deemed cutting edge as they

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Would Zafra agree COVID-19 has highlighted the importance of access control systems and their ability to manage access, as well as generate detailed reports for SMEs – particularly for those with multi-site footprints?

“The current pandemic has put a strain on a lot of areas in security especially access control and alarms,” he says. “Being able to enter a premises now entails more than just a swipe of a card; you are now required to register on site, take a temperature test and declare your health, etc. This has enabled the industry to fast track the requirement of all of these features using visitor management or access control.”

Over at Inner Range, product development manager, Steve Mitchell, argues the key features small medium businesses need from an access control solution are not complicated, from an operational perspective.

“First and foremost, having an integrated access control and intruder alarm is a must, as it gives users the ability to unlock a door and disarm an intruder system with the simple swipe of a card,” Mitchell says.

“With the proliferation of IoT devices in 2020, SME customers now demand that their access control system also be accessible via user friendly, IoT style smart phone applications. This interface would provide intuitive access to system status and control, and push notifications of important events.

“Such a requirement means that having a built-in network port is now an essential feature of modernday access control systems. Along with network connectivity, remote access to a web interface is all but essential, giving users the ability to control their system, as well as perform remote user management and generate basic reports on the go.

“And the system should be able to run without any compulsory onsite software and have no recurring fees. It also needs to be expandable so it can meet the client’s future demands.”

When it comes to integrators, Mitchell says that for the SME market an integrator needs to consider ease of installation and ongoing management.

“Inner Range Inception is a good option as it is simple to install and commission,” Mitchell explains. “There is a checklist displayed on the system interface which can guide installers through the programming needed, and it also automatically highlights areas which still need to be programmed.

“A system which allows for remote administration is becoming increasingly important. SME customers are no longer willing to pay hundreds of dollars to have a technician come onsite to delete a card. They expect that the integrator can program the system remotely by utilising technologies, such as the Inner Range Sky Tunnel, which allows for remote programming and maintenance of Inception systems, even from a smartphone browser. These options are much more

convenient compared to remote dialler applications from past controllers.

“And flexible configuration options, such as advanced automation to customise the system to the customers unique needs, as well as inbuilt network support, are required, in addition to multi-platform control options, such as IOS, Android and web browser options for desktop computers.”

Mitchell says integration is easier for smaller electronic security applications than ever before.

“Integration is definitely easier in 2020,” he explains.

“Systems such as the Inner Range Inception come with a well-documented Rest API, which allows for the easy integration of 3rd party systems which utilises a Rest API. Inception allows someone who is familiar with Rest API’s to setup a basic integration in less than an hour.”

According to Mitchell, the management interface needs careful consideration.

“Today, remote, convenient management and control is expected by end users,” he explains. “The management interface should be easy to access and enable end users to intuitively manage the system to perform tasks, such as adding and deleting users, changing user permissions, adjusting time zone or checking the event history.”

When it comes to cloud, Mitchell argues that as a general rule, SMEs prefer an access system without recurring fee.

“A cloud-based system has several positives, such as having a lower initial cost and being easy to commission,” he explains. “There are, however, a significant number of negatives such as not being integrated to the alarm system located onsite, having long term subscription costs which over a period of 10 or 20 years would be considerable and the life of their on access control system is linked to the willingness of the manufacturer to continue to invest in online services for a system which they may not manufacture anymore and where the user base has shrunk due to people upgrading their systems over time.

“Access control is often integrated with the security system which should be located on-site. If the unit hosts a web interface which can be easily accessed remotely, this has all the benefits of a cloud-based system with none of the drawbacks.” n

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● New products

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BOSCH INTELLIGENT INSIGHT Bosch has introduced a software solution called Intelligent Insights that enables customers to use data in new ways to enhance situational awareness in real time.

OSCH Intelligent Insights is a solution that aggregates and visualizes metadata of one or multiple cameras in intuitive widgets to easily evaluate a complete scene, delivering crowd detection, occupancy counting, area fill level, people counting, object counting and object positions.

Intelligent Insights makes use of Bosch cameras’ built-in video analytics to interpret video images and collect metadata from cameras. This is collected, aggregated, and displayed using a series of predefined widgets to visualize the data. Intelligent Insights also enables users to easily evaluate a complete scene covered by multiple cameras.

Situations involving data of moving objects, counting data, and crowds captured by multiple cameras can be visualized in real-time. This facilitates the fast evaluation of generated data and provides a complete understanding of the situation. Based on this, users can react faster and more efficiently, taking better informed decisions and improving overall security and safety. Intelligent Insights brings together every element from scene to screen; from intelligent cameras enabling video data capture and interpretation, to the visualization and reporting of data in one simple overview.

The system allows information to be visualized in 2 ways – as a widget and as a report. The widgets can display situations in live view or in time periods of 10 minutes, 30 minutes, 1 hour, 12 hours or 24 hours.

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only the widgets they need at any given time. In addition, there is a report function for detailed postanalysis. It helps the user to adjust and alter actions in the future. This report data can either be directly visualized in diagrams, or exported in a user-defined file format to be used further.

Intelligent Insights comes with a series of widgets, all of which contribute to specific safety and security needs. Area fill level, occupancy counting, and crowd detection offer the ability to accurately monitor and detect crowds and count individuals and objects.

The user can specify a desired occupancy rate of an area by determining the maximum number of people allowed to be in that area within a given time.

Area fill level and occupancy counting are becoming increasingly applicable as they can activate and trigger an external output device when the threshold is reached. This is very helpful when considering public health issues, like the rapid spread of viruses, such as COVID-19 in locations that have the potential to attract large numbers of people.

Intelligent Insights also offers object counting and people counting. Object counting enables users to accurately count the number of vehicles or customerdefined objects. People counting is used to count individuals, for example when entering or leaving a building. These widgets are especially helpful to identify peak and low times on specific days or over a longer period – either with the historical view or with the report functionality. With the object positioning widget, users can get a real-time overview of all objects that are moving in an area. Based on their GPS position, which can be determined by cameras that feature built-in video analytics, the objects are plotted onto a map and classified in the form of icons.

Intelligent Insights starts with a basic license that includes all widgets and one dashboard, which can display 16 widgets and can be further customized. When needed, dashboards and widgets can be added according to customer needs and requirements. Furthermore, when customers make use of Bosch intelligent video analytics, output and data from the camera trainer technology (included in intelligent video analytics) like counting statistics of customer-specific objects can be visualized and reported as well. All this, combined with new widgets and functionalities that will be incorporated in future updates and versions, makes Intelligent Insights a future-proof solution.

Intelligent Insights is a powerful standalone software package, while also designed for seamless integration. When integrated with BVMS, users can manage their live and recorded video streams and Intelligent Insights data within one unified GUI. This powerful integration eliminates the need to switch between multiple applications to get a complete picture of the situation. n

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● Special report

Security Installation

BY J O H N A D A M S

ESTIMATING INSTALLS What factors do you think need to be considered when estimating the cost of installing electronic security solutions? One thing is sure, the process is more complex and more important to a successful and profitable job than you think.

AKING an accurate assessment of costs for security system installation involves 4 key steps – firstly, establishing a comprehensive list of all devices required – this must include sensors, cameras, routers, readers, controllers and more, as well as measuring for wiring required for every link in the system. Secondly, listing all materials required to install/integrate the solution. Thirdly, establishing the cost of labour and finally, adding labour costs and material costs to establish total cost, as well as to establish profit margin.

Some planning needs to go into creating electronic security system proposals – you need to create material takeoff documents for all the components you intend to include and, depending on the application, that could make for real complexity.

You’re talking about going down to wiring, brackets, fastenings and everything upstream in terms of controllers, readers, sensors and all the rest. Adding complexity will be the network component.

Once everything is listed, it has to be priced with suppliers and that’s another layer altogether. There are a number of good reasons many integrators standardise on hardware – the complexity of pricing being one of them. You need to retain some flexibility, however. Depending on the installation there will need to be some to-and-fro to ensure everything required is covered off – you don’t want the goal posts to be moving mid-installation as the job creeps.

There are also likely to be special materials or components that will need to be factored in, including some custom work. If this can’t be undertaken inhouse, it’s likely custom work will be more expensive than expected. Some overshoot might be required – a quality operator will credit that overshoot back to their customer if costs turn out to be lower than estimated.

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We haven’t mentioned the software side of the integration – it’s going to be a challenge, too. You need to select carefully to ensure your management system supplier will assist, or that your chosen off-the-shelf management/NVR system, or access management solution, is within the abilities of the team. You may need to pull in a specialist to handle parts of the work. When it comes to big integrated PSIMs, you may need to partner with suppliers to ensure you’re across every aspect of this part of the job.

Estimating installation labour costs isn’t easy either but it’s less complicated than a component takeoff for a large integrated electronic security solution.

Labour units are used to represent the length of time that will be taken to complete a particular aspect of the job, with the sum of labour units (give or take), representing the labour cost component of the installation. As part of the process, labour units are applied to material to express the total work hours required to complete a task multiplied by the techs’ hourly rate.

Where integrated solutions are concerned, this can become complicated – not every tech in the team is paid the same amount and some specialists might be paid considerably more. The estimation also needs to cover breaks for meals and time taken for the loo, handling hardware, moving around the site, etc. Once the estimation is complete, the admin team will also need to create an estimate summary. It goes without saying that this precis is limited – estimation is a real speciality. If you find a skilled estimator, don’t let them go. n

WHERE INTEGRATED SOLUTIONS ARE CONCERNED, THIS CAN BECOME COMPLICATED –NOT EVERY TECH IN THE TEAM IS PAID THE SAME AMOUNT AND SOME SPECIALISTS MIGHT BE PAID CONSIDERABLY MORE.

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● Case study

Ryde Eastwood Leagues Club

HEN the COVID-19 pandemic burst across the world in March this year it was almost impossible not to believe life as we knew it would not be back to normal by Christmas. But as the global pandemic continues to unfold, it has become ever clearer this viral outbreak follows no playbook. For older people, or those with compromised immune systems, the virus is deadly, and in certain circumstances, COVID-19 is able to infect dozens of people at a single event through no greater intimacy than shared conversation.

With the first outbreak in Australia quelled by May, a rapid reopening of businesses, combined with a failure to change the nature of simple social interactions, led to a second wave in July, with hard lockdowns driving many businesses beyond the point of no return, as well as costing hundreds of lives – particularly amongst the elderly.

It’s against the backdrop of this unprecedented threat to the health of its members and visitors, as well as to the survival of its business, that Ryde

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RYDE EASTWOOD LEAGUES CLUB ARA has installed Hikvision thermal temperature scanning cameras and people counting cameras supported by a Hikvision NVR at Ryde Eastwood Leagues Club in Sydney.

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fever, but in other cases there may be a correlation.

There’s also a deterrent factor that might make people who have been ordered to self-isolate, or who are not feeling well, think twice about visiting a venue with temperature scanning technology in place.”

According to David Vella, project supervisor at ARA, the company has been working with Ryde Eastwood Leagues Club for many years and as NSW began to open up after the first COVID-19 lockdown, club management approached the ARA team looking for ways to enhance patron safety and automate people counting functions, the latter of which was proving an expensive challenge to undertake manually.

“We have been providing solutions to Ryde Eastwood Leagues Club approached electronic security integrator ARA to discuss using thermal temperature scanning and people counting cameras to bolster its COVID safety procedures.

According to Carl Pozzato, Ryde Eastwood Leagues Club’s chief executive officer, management started to think about using electronic security solutions to assist COVID-19 management procedures earlier in the year and, after speaking with ARA, Ryde Eastwood Leagues Club decided Hikvision cameras and a Hikvision NVR installed on a VLAN separated from its existing CCTV system was the simplest and most functional solution.

“We started looking at thermal imaging when we reopened after the initial COVID lockdown – we were interested in assessing temperatures,” Pozzato explains. “Our main entry and foyer has high traffic flows with multiple patrons at a time, so we had to have a solution that could pick up 6-8 people simultaneously, as well as something that would provide the team an alert so we could respond to any high temperature incidents in real time.

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Eastwood Leagues Club for 20 years and their team will always ask for our advice when it comes to electronic security solutions,” Vella explains. “After a conversation with club management, we did some research and then spoke with Hikvision about its new thermal AI technology.

“The system we’ve installed is built around a Hikvision AI NVR in the comms room, with thermal detection cameras at the main club entrance and the gym check-in counter, as well as people counting cameras installed above entry and exit points to detect ins and outs at the clubs main entry and in the corridor leading from the club to the gym.

“Important from an operational perspective, there’s also a laptop in the foyer that saves thumbnails of every person who comes into the club – times, temperature, a face shot – all this allows staff to identify a patron later, if required,” Vella says.

“A system like this is about resources - it frees staff up – this system automatically manages procedures without staff needing to get involved unless there’s an issue.”

THE HIKVISION SYSTEM The system installed by ARA for Ryde Eastwood Leagues Club incorporates a Hikvision DS2TD1217-6/PA thermal and optical turret camera, with an integrated GPU, which supports an intelligent behaviour analysis algorithm. The thermal component of the camera and its temperature exception alarm function can be used to detect and report on events like body temperature and fire-prevention, while the deep learning algorithm can also handle events like line crossing, intrusion,

entrance and exit, and more.

In terms of its specification, the thermal side of the camera incorporates a Vanadium Oxide uncooled focal plane array with a maximum resolution of 160 x 120 pixels, a pixel interval of 17um and a response waveband 8um to 14um. This camera has a focal length of 6.2mm, a hyperfocal distance of 0.6m and a fast aperture of F1.1. Meanwhile, the camera’s optical component, which is used to identify patrons if required, incorporates a 2688 x 1520-pixel, 1/2.7-inch progressive scan image sensor with a minimum scene illumination of 0.0089 lux @ F1.6, or in monochrome at 0.0018 Lux @ F1.6.

The gym camera is Hikvision’s DS-K1T671TM3XF face terminal, which can quickly detect body temperature using a Vanadium Oxide uncooled sensor to measure target’s temperature. This device has a 50,000-face capacity, a 50,000-card capacity, and a 100,000-event capacity, and can be connected to a supporting NVR via Cat-6. The unit has a 120 x 160-pixel thermal sensor, incorporates a 7-inch touch screen and has a hyperfocal distance of 0.3 of a metre.

Meanwhile, Hikvision’s DS-2CD6825G0/C-I(V) S is a people counting camera that supports the separate counting of people entering, exiting, and passing by a given area. The camera combines basic event technology, such as motion detection and video tampering alarm, and people counting technology. This PoE camera has a 1/2.7-inch progressive scan CMOS sensor delivering 1920 x 1080 resolution, a 2mm fixed lens, an aperture of F2.25, WDR functionality and a range of 6m.

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the DS-7732NI-I4-16 32 channel, with 16 PoE Ports, 256Mbps throughput, H.265, 4K, 1.5RU, featuring 4 x HDD Bays + a 3TB HDD. This NVR features a 4-core processor and supports H.265 intelligent compression, which is designed to reduce bandwidth and storage requirements by up to 50 per cent.

INSTALLING THE SYSTEM When security managers and integrators think about video analytics, it’s hard not to think about server-based systems that must be custom-built and require a long and painstaking period of commissioning. Walking through this system clearly showed that times have changed. Key to the application at Ryde Eastwood Leagues was that while tweaking the system after installation was still the most complex part of the integration, the AI functionality was virtually plug and play.

“Like most electronic security technologies, everything runs on Cat 6 these days – there is a local hub and there’s power to the NVR and Cat 6 runs from NVR inputs to cameras – all very simple,” Vella says. “However, being our first application of this type, it took a bit longer than it otherwise would have.

“The application evolved a bit, too. Once the basic system was installed, there was integration with the paging system for immediate alerts. In this application, paging comes from the camera contacts, while emails containing alarm event images are generated and actioned via the NVR. “In terms of the actual install, the club’s IT department installed a switch in the foyer on a VLAN and ARA installed the cameras on one side of the switch, with the sign-in terminals, and the NVR in the comms room on the other. The thermal cameras, including the kiosk terminal downstairs and the people counting cameras, are all just inputs onto the NVR’s network – 7 inputs in total. There’s also a digital signal box installed in the foyer that generates the screen showing people counting and the thermal image, as well as the club’s marketing.

“When it came to support, Hikvision was very good. Because we were demanding some things they weren’t prepared for, the Hikvision team adapted firmware for us, which was great. They were also very quick to respond to requests for help – they got back to us immediately – we can’t commend them highly enough on their customer service,” Vella said.

According to Pozzato, ensuring there was adequate coverage of the foyer, even in the busiest times, was an important element of the integration process but in the end things came together more easily than expected.

“The cameras in the foyer are installed in such a way that they cover the entire entrance – even if a patron accidentally comes in through the exit door, they will still be picked up by the camera,” he says.

“I don’t think too many other clubs have created a

solution like this one, with the ability to manage up to 6 people moving through the foyer at the same time.

“Even when the system was first commissioned, I can’t remember a time it did not pick up every individual in the foyer area – it’s very capable.”

MANAGING THE SYSTEM Importantly for a system like this one, there’s an element of set and forget. Once up and running, the solution undertakes its complex tasks with no need for input from staff until they are alerted to a situation that demands intervention. According to Pozzato, the system’s ability to support club procedures is key.

“If there’s an event, the NVR emails the image from the camera to an email address on the network, while the paging alert is generated by a dry contact on the camera,” he explains.

“If someone walks in with an elevated temperature there will be a flashing light on the camera, there’s red wording to alert staff shown on the monitor, and the system also sends page notifications, and images to management. Having

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multiple alerts ensures we don’t miss an event and are able to action our protocols and procedures.”

And while the temperature checking is front and centre as visitors arrive, the really heavy work of operating in the new COVID-19 safe reality is undertaken by people counting cameras.

“Under the new COVID safety regulations, this building can hold 600 patrons in 2 zones at any time – that’s 300 per level, not including the gym,” Pozzato says. “There have been 6 occasions when we’ve had the lower level get close to its maximum and have only allowed people into the top level, while also manually ensuring people don’t come from the upper level to the lower level until numbers have reduced.

“To ensure staff have time to act, we have set our alert threshold per level lower than 300 - once we hit 270 we start doing manual counting and we implement a one in and one out rule – the numbers game is important to us and that will become a bigger issue as we get into summer, which is typically a much busier time for us.”

From a management point of view Pozzato says the system gives management peace of mind.

“We could not use our legacy counting system post COVID lockdown – it was not accurately telling us the numbers that came into the building,” Pozzato explains. “Staff had to manually count the numbers each floor with patrons constantly moving around – the closer we got to the maximum, the more of a concern manual counting became.

But with this Hikvision people counting system we have an exact number, so we can build in a buffer and we can start managing numbers immediately we reach that buffer threshold with total confidence. This means that even at busy times we are always just under our maximum. The system also tells the team when the site is back below the threshold and they can stop implementing one in/ one out procedures.”

Having seen how useful AI can be for applications like this underlines its appeal for other applications around the site.

“When we started this process, we considered segregating certain areas in terms of numbers – areas like dining, gaming, the auditorium,” Pozzato says. “While we are not managing the site that way with the current people counting system, gathering that information would still be useful for us from a management point of view. We are also looking at doing some renovations which may create another possible entry point which would need to be managed, too.”

Adding to the complexity of the installation is that the Ryde Eastwood Leagues Club site incorporates a gym that is not part of the club – this has to be managed to the same safety standards but must remain separate in terms of people counting.

“Because of the gym, this wasn’t only about keeping track of who is in the club – if they go

Dave Vella (left) and Carl Pozzato

downstairs and walk through the corridor and into the gym they are not part of the club anymore, so they need to be counted out of the club and into the gym – so we needed that functionality, too,” Pozzato says. “We also needed to be able to count gym members back into the club if after a workout they return for a coffee or a meal. There are 2 cameras upstairs and 3 cameras downstairs to handle this counting process.”

Part of the overall solution is a monitor that displays temperatures and the customer count so staff can keep track of numbers at a glance.

“An accurate people count also helps us support licensing police – when they come in we can point to the monitor and know with complete certainty that those are the true numbers – the alternative is multiple team members undertaking manual counts that end up being an approximation as there are always double counts or people missed.

We also know how many people are in the gym – that’s not on the monitor here in the foyer but we can access that information easily, too.

“From a peace of mind, as well as a promotional point of view, the monitor has been great, as it shows people their temperature and it shows staff the number of patrons in the club. Club members and visitors like to see their temperature – it’s not the be all and end all but it’s worthwhile information. We’ve only had a few people with an elevated temp – one ran down from the station, another was wearing 2 jackets.”

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IMPORTANT FROM AN OPERATIONAL PERSPECTIVE, THERE’S ALSO A LAPTOP IN THE FOYER THAT SAVES THUMBNAILS OF EVERY PERSON WHO COMES INTO THE CLUB – TIMES, TEMPERATURE, A FACE SHOT. counting system was not doing the hard work for you. Meanwhile, the monitor displaying patron temperature indicates time and date and the customer’s temp in green if under the threshold – if temperature is exceeded, the whole screen turns red and the individual temperature is overlaid on that background. It’s very easy for the staff managing the entry process to see.

Next, we take a look at the people counting cameras – there’s a people counting camera installed on the ceiling above the inward and outward lanes of the main entry point – the internal access point leading to the gym also features a camera that counts gym members out of the club as they head to exercise, then counts them back into the club should they return the same way. It’s simple but effective. Standing in the foyer watching the monitor you can see there is virtually no latency in the counting process. While taking a look at the people counting cameras, I also get a look at the thermal counter terminal that handles the process for gym members. It’s a compact unit that sits on the check in counter – members just register with it on their way in – a very simple process.

CONCLUSION According to Vella, the system installed at Ryde Eastwood Leagues Club not only makes the club safer, it makes managing the club easier, too.

“We probably haven’t had a bigger roll-out of such systems because no one really understood how long COVID-19 was going to continue,” Vella says. “Many people thought that by September, things would be back to normal. But I think everyone now realises that COVID-19 may still be a serious challenge in September 2021 and we must do all we can to plan ways to manage it.”

For Pozzato, the temperature measurement and people counting solutions are an extension of the club’s existing policies.

“From our perspective, the system is about doing everything we can to ensure the club is as safe as it can be for staff and patrons,” Pozzato says. “We have a policy of using technology to make visiting the club easier and to make members feel more welcome – this system is part of that.

“For me from a thermal point of view, even before we reopened the doors back in March, I wanted whatever technology we used to be welcoming.

When we opened the gym, we used a forehead thermometer for a while, and it was a hassle for staff and a little confronting for gym members.

“But this Hikvision solution is not intrusive at all.

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Access Control

ENTRANCE CONTROL Installers and security managers should be thinking about incorporating door hardware and design that offers best support to access control systems and their electronic locking devices.

NE of the most important aspects of getting your electric locking solution right is ensuring that door furniture is strong enough to support the hardware. That means ensuring doors, hinges, closers, door surrounds and adjacent wall structures need to be designed to support electric locking devices.

When talking external timber doors you need to go for solid wood doors that are at least 50mm thick, and installed using at least 3 hinges. For highest security levels it’s recommended that external high security doors employ a minimum of glazing. A timber door with a window should limit that window to a size around 500 square centimetres.

Installers and security managers will more often than not be installing electronic locking solutions on external doors that are full glazed and have aluminium frame and aluminium surrounds. No glazed window – unless armoured – can ever be truly described as a security door. But your installation should still make the most of the door’s ability to delay or deny entry.

Some external security doors, even if fitted with electronic locking systems, will also incorporate mechanical keyways. Make sure any mechanical locking devices employed are high security numbers like mortise lever deadlocks or ‘unpickable’ disc locks.

Some of things you want to avoid incorporating into your external access-controlled door include double throw deadlocks, rising hinges, straps, hinges with open pins and locks with internal or external knob sets. Nor do you want dead spots at the end of the closer’s arc where the door locks into a fully or slightly open position.

Something else that will require a bit of serious thought are those closing mechanisms. Regardless of how good the electric locking solutions, door hardware and door surrounds, a door closer that routinely fails to shut doors will short circuit your site’s security, as well as creating false alarms that will have to be checked by security staff. A hinged 3-stage door-closing device with a door stop or some sort of threshold that will stop doors from closing beyond 90 degrees is a good choice.

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hinged door with an entirely separate mechanical closing device as a baseline. For better performance try an internally spring-loaded or flush, floor-mounted door closing device. Best of all is an automatic, electronically operated sliding door with a closing sensor. It’s most likely that automatic sliding doors with sensors will be located on external doors, while internal access-controlled doors will have less expensive surface-mounted door closers. As a rule, this means there’ll be many more external door closers in an access system than there will be internal.

External closers will either be regular arm-mounted, top-jamb mounted or parallel mounted units. Of these 3, regular arm and top-jamb are the most common – the top-jamb type being the standard arm-style mounted in an inverted position. When making your decision, bear in mind that regular-arm and top-jamb closers are capable of handling the greatest amount of door movement while still functioning effectively – their tolerances are looser. Both these types are installed on the inside of the door to protect them from vandalism or weathering.

Meanwhile parallel-mounted doors have their closer arms sliding parallel to the door. Such a setup demands good door balance. It’s a door closer style most commonly used when the closer has to be installed on the jamb of the door. A typical door closer is springloaded and there’s a fine balance between ensuring the closer will always get the door shut, and creating a

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force that’s so great the door can only be opened using a cardholder’s entire body weight.

CHOOSING SECURITY DOORS The most common type of access barrier is the single-leaf door, which may not offer particularly high security. Double doors can be a fiddle because these will have to be bolted in order to give a fixed strike base for the electric locking device. Double doors are best secured with magnetic locks.

Strong in terms of absolute security value is going to be an airlock style of entry, in which 2 doors in close proximity guide traffic into the sterile side of buildings.

The idea with an airlock entry is that the second door can’t be opened until the first has closed. The space between the doors is usually monitored by cameras or visible from a security post. In practice, this sort of entry is usually only used in higher security areas where there’s a manned presence allowing every person entering or leaving the air lock to be checked.

You couldn’t use an air lock in a busy foyer, however.

In locations like these, access control is more of a compromise with a series of layers designed to deny entry to unauthorized visitors. There might be a security post at the ground level and access to most floors could be denied to those without appropriate access credentials. Having said this, an air lock can be used in a higher security location to manage access to sensitive areas. And very high security buildings

IN LARGE BUILDINGS, WHICH MAY HOUSE THOUSANDS OF STAFF, YOU NEED SOMETHING MORE EFFICIENT THAN A MANTRAP – THE BEST SOLUTION IS PROBABLY TURNSTILES.

and facilities may employ mantraps in their foyers, which are an extreme way of controlling access.

The mantrap may also be fitted with a metal detector that denies entry to any person carrying metal objects. Such double vestibule hall portals are usually only seen in the highest security or highest risk locations.

Access control systems will guard entries to the commercial suites, with management areas and network rooms requiring another level of authorization again. What this means is that while there’s a layering effect that weeds out unauthorized visitors, in some cases it might be difficult or impossible to deny entry to foyers, unmanaged lifts and the reception areas of commercial suites. In this case an attacker might gain access to a premises by threat of force after negotiating the foyer and lift well unchallenged. Once in the commercial suites it’s likely there will be only one door to get through in order to breach the company’s defences – a single leaf timber or glass door of limited strength.

In this case, security managers may need to come up with a solution that allows fast throughput but a significant psychological and physical barrier between the public foyer and the semi-sterile area allowing access to lifts and tenanted floors beyond them.

In large buildings, which may house thousands of staff, you need something more efficient than a mantrap – the best solution is probably turnstiles, though in most cases they’re not going to completely deny entry to a committed attacker as it’s possible to jump over them.

The answer is to put the security point in a location in which it has surveillance of the turnstiles – security officers can then respond to any attempts they see to breach the barriers. This might include shutting down lifts or calling for police assistance.

Another benefit of turnstiles is that they prevent tailgating – this occurs when 2 people come through the same door using only one card.

You can enhance the impact of turnstiles using a lane design which makes the access point more restrictive. Quality turnstiles will incorporate things like sensors which offer a delay function based on the time it takes a person to move through the lane.

If there’s any variation from a norm, an alarm will be activated. Obviously, the key with turnstiles is maintaining throughput. At peak times on a large site, too few turnstiles can create a bottleneck so careful planning will be required to ensure the best possible performance for the least possible spend.

Another way to reduce tailgating is to install revolving doors. Revolving doors can offer metal detection capabilities and it’s possible for them to be designed in such a way that unless access credentials are authorized and there’s no presence of metal objects, the revolving door will continue through 360 degrees, opening only when its entry once again faces the pavement outside. n

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Integrated Monitoring Solutions?

Is it possible that in the future multiple core monitoring platforms will integrate to provide enhanced situational awareness not only across adjacent sites, but across suburbs, cities and regions?

s the world becomes less A predictable, the idea of integrating emergency response platforms to deliver enhanced situational awareness to first responders is becoming a reality. Automation of smart city solutions, fire detection systems, telecommunications, automated traffic systems and plenty more, allow considerable scope for sharing information to deliver faster responses based on more granular data.

How would such solutions work?

Developments in the U.S. show how. Currently, ADT and Google are preparing to get onboard with RapidDeploy’s open emergency response platform – other major players involved include technology and public safety organisations such as Priority Dispatch, OnStar and Rave Mobile Safety, while other contributors include AT&T, Esri, FirstNet, Microsoft and more.

What’s the idea behind these partnerships? Nothing less than the unification of public safety

IN ORDER FOR OUR INDUSTRY TO THRIVE AND EVOLVE, WE NEED TO ESTABLISH AND GROW AN OPEN AND COLLABORATIVE PARTNER ECOSYSTEM.

and emergency response through partnerships between emergency services and some of the world’s largest tech houses.

“In order for our industry to thrive and evolve, we need to establish and grow an open and collaborative partner ecosystem,” said Steven Raucher, CEO and co-founder of RapidDeploy. “By joining forces with these tech and innovation power houses, we are one step closer to unifying the end-to-end public safety workflow.”

It might sound pie in the sky but RapidDeploy’s technology is anything but. The company leverages 240 million 911 calls annually to deliver emergency telecommunicators and first responders more real-time information and situational awareness so they can reduce overall response times and save more lives.

The company claims to achieve new levels of situational awareness and reduce 911 response time by seamlessly integrating third-party data to ensure it is available when, where and how telecommunicators and first responders need it. The company’s web-based cloud platform includes analytics, mapping, dispatch and first responder applications.

ADT supports customers through 9 monitoring centres across the U.S. and the company’s partnership with RapidDeploy will deliver more efficient and richer data transfers

from alarm monitoring centers to 911 communication centres, ensuring that telecommunicators and first responders have more context for each call that comes in. The more providers sign up to the service, the greater than context is going to be.

“Working with RapidDeploy to integrate our residential, small business

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and commercial alarm monitoring data directly into 911 systems will help improve emergency response efficiencies and effectiveness,” says Donald Young, CIO and executive vice president of field operations at ADT. “This solution adds to the many ways ADT is innovating enhanced alarm response technology to help protect and connect

our customers to what matters most.”

Something that’s not commonly known is that the emergency call centres within police facilities are serious operations. Delivering the operators in these centres, as well as operators in security control rooms, and other emergency services personnel, a composite image of

unfolding events, depends on the latest technology’s ability to achieve realtime connectivity to devices and data — anywhere. It’s hard to know exactly where these networks of devices and data begin and end – the scope is enormous.

RapidDeploy’s unified critical response platform includes analytics, mapping, dispatch and first responder applications, and brings in real-time data to improve situational awareness like traffic, weather, IoT emergency data to capture panic buttons, mobile location services, alarm events of all types, as well as inputs from video analytics systems supporting key sites and infrastructure. There’s also GIS technology to visualize complex, interconnected data and present it in a digestible format.

How far could such solutions go and how much might they empower all trusted partners in an ecosystem?

There’s huge scope for emergency services information sharing and no end to the partnership possibilities with large organisations, safe city solutions, road systems, law enforcement agencies, telcos, ISPs, and many more. These partnerships could be local or nationwide – the possibilities delivered by reliable networked infrastructure mean there’s no limitation to integrated monitoring solutions.

From the point of view of Australian monitoring stations, the possibilities are no less interesting. Integrated monitoring platforms serve to enrich the situational awareness of emergency services – the more inputs, the greater detail can be. And partnerships like this could also be formed between a monitoring centre and its key customers in a town or city, with inputs from local safe city solutions, and information sharing with local emergency services, including fire and police. n

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The Raft

ACCESS 1 INTEGRATES THE RAFT

Access 1 has installed a Bosch access and alarm system, and a Milesight CCTV system, supported by a Ubiquiti wireless network, for new floating venue The Raft, located on the Swan River in Perth, Western Australia.

ERTH’S The Raft is an open-air floating venue permanently moored on the Swan River with city views and access via a tender vessel and featuring a spacious open deck with custom designed furniture and bar. Any application in a marine environment is challenging and Access 1’s Andrew Herrmann, who designed the system, said the team of project manager Angelo Sanginiti and technician, Bryce Evans, worked hard to ensure the system could stand up to the rigours of the application.

“We did the majority of the work at the Kailas Bro Shipping yard in Fremantle, before the venue was towed into position,” Herrmann said. “We used tap and die for all fixtures as part of phase 1 of the installation, as well as gel-filled security and Cat6 cable, to ensure reliability in a tough marine environment.

“Given the nature of the application, there’s weather proofing of all devices, too, and to meet the aesthetic standards of The Raft, another key element of the job was colour coding and painting all the detectors and cameras to suit the design of the venue.

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“And a venue like this, where aesthetics is important, also requires concealed cabling, which added another layer of complexity,” Herrmann said.

“Other challenges of the installation including a tight working time frame, and a strict maritime working environment, as well as the difficulties of working from boom lifts over water.

“Servicing this system in the future will also be challenging, due to its being on the water – the external cameras will need special attention – we will need to hire a boat.”

According to Herrmann, the alarm controller is a Bosch 6000, featuring dual end of line tampers on each zone.

“The scope of the alarm system is comprehensive,” Herrmann explained. “There are PE BEAMS on the outer side of The Raft, Bosch OD850 external sensors on the main decking areas and Bosch PIR’s in the main office areas, as well as reed switches.

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SERVICING THIS SYSTEM IN THE FUTURE WILL ALSO BE CHALLENGING DUE TO ITS BEING ON THE WATER – THE EXTERNAL CAMERAS WILL NEED SPECIAL ATTENTION “There’s access control of the side loading dock door, integration of CBUS lighting, integration of FIP, integration of mechanical faults, and the

security solution is supported by a solar array with backup batteries. Monitoring is wireless and is handled by Permaconn for connection with a monitoring station, while the Bosch MyAlarm app offers remote management of the system.”

The CCTV side of this application is comprehensive, too, with a 32-input Milesight 4K NVR, a 55-inch 4K monitor and 28 5MP Milesight Starlight turrets, bullet and PTZ cameras (all with

analytics) installed on The Raft. Importantly, this CCTV system is remotely managed via the Milesight app.

Communications underpins much of the system and that’s handled by Ubiquiti Nano Stations and Ubiquiti Rocket Stations, which link CCTV from the tender vessel to a workstation on The Raft, as well as connecting CCTV from the departure wharf to The Raft’s workstation.

Herrmann said the Access 1 team was delighted with the system’s performance, as well as being proud of having integrated a comprehensive electronic security solution for an iconic new venue.

“Congratulations to the Access 1 installation team for their work on The Raft,” Herrmann said. “It’s a great system that leverages the latest security and networking technologies, and it’s a job well done.” n

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Panasonic

PANASONIC WV-U1542L BULLET CAMERA Panasonic’s WV-U1542L is a 4MP varifocal lens outdoor bullet network camera with a 2.5x built-in motorized zoom and motorized focus lens, iA (intelligent Auto), Super Dynamic 102dB, minimum scene illumination at night in colour of 0.019 to 0.3 lux, H.265 Smart Coding, 20m of IR, and IK10 and IP66 ratings against vandalism and weather.

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EW from Panasonic is the WV-U1542L bullet camera, a compact and robust 4MP surveillance solution that’s designed to be fast and simple to install, with a zoom range that conforms with typical applications. This camera features auto shutter speed control for fast moving vehicles and pedestrians in day or night, Super Dynamic 102dB for backlit situations involving headlights and shadows on night streets, and selflearning ROI encoding (Auto VIQS), which detects movement within an image and compresses areas with little motion in order to reduce transmitted data, while maintaining the quality of the image.

The WV-U1542L has excellent build quality, including a metal chassis under its poly skin, a compact and well-balanced profile, and a relatively light weight. The sensor is a 1/2.7 CMOS delivering 4MP (2560 x 1440 pixels) at up to 30ips. Minimum scene illumination is 0.12 in monochrome with IR off, 0.3 lux in colour and 0 lux with IR activated. The lens has an aperture of F2 and a range from 2.9mm to 7.3mm – that’s 2.5x zoom. There’s a horizontal field of view from 44 degrees at the long end to 103 degrees at the short end, which is ideal for the street.

This day night camera incorporates Super Dynamic functionality, as well as backlight compensation, high light compensation, digital noise reduction, auto back focus, auto focus and focus assist. There’s also corridor mode, 8 privacy zones, intelligent auto and intelligent VMD. Video Codecs include H.265, and JPEG, with transmission modes being H.265/H.264, along with Panasonic Smart Coding. There’s also constant bit rate, variable bit rate, and best effort, with resolution choices being 2560 x 1440, 1920 x 1080, 640 x 360 and 320 x 180.

GOP controls include advanced/mid/low/off, and there’s auto VIQs and a range of networking options for IPv4 and IPv6, the latter being TCP/IP, UDP/ IP, HTTP, HTTPS, SMTP, DNS, NTP, SNMP, DHCPv6, RTP, MLD, ICMP, ARP, IEEE 802.1X and DiffServ. The camera is capable of supporting up to 14 users, there’s compatibility with microSDXC/microSDHC cards and H.265 recording including manual recording, Alarm recording (pre/post), scheduled recording and backup upon network failure. There’s also VMD alarm, SCD alarm, command alarm, local memory card recording, E-mail notification, HTTP alarm notification indication on browser, and Panasonic alarm protocol output. The camera is standard PoE and has low power draw.

The housing is 112.5mm wide, 112.5mm high and 262mm long, and the camera weighs only 800g, which really highlights what a slender unit it is. This WV-U1542L Bullet has an i-PRO white polycarbonate outer shell over an aluminium die cast chassis with stainless steel outer fixing screws and a clear poly resin housing window with ClearSight rain wash coating. The camera is IK10 vandal resistant, and IP66/Type4 and NEMA4X rated against weather.

Operating range if -30 to 50C in up to 100 per cent humidity.

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Colour rendition is strong.

As is face recognition.

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Panasonic THE CAMERA PERFORMS WELL DAY AND NIGHT IN STREET APPLICATIONS, WITH ITS HANDLING OF WDR BEING A PARTICULAR STRENGTH. TEST DRIVING THE WV-U1542L BULLET

Situational awareness at 40m.

No face at 10m.

IR performance.

IR under 200m.

A neat feature which doesn’t pop up in the specification is an opening on the side of the packaging that allows pre-commissioning to be undertaken – IP addresses, camera settings without removing the camera from its box. The first thing that strikes you when unpacking is that this camera is compact, streamlined and comparatively lightweight. A few minutes later and I’ve discovered it’s also very simple to install and access across the network – I’m viewing the camera on the usual SEN Dell Optiplex 9020 server.

On initial power up in the office, I notice good colour rendition, excellent performance against backlight, and mild barrel distortion at the wide end. Set up over the street there’s solid resolution and slightly low contrast image streams in variably lit daytime scenes with the settings I choose. My camera settings are near default and it’s possible that warmer tones could be introduced with some tweaking but there’s also the likelihood that what I’m seeing is the camera balancing a scene with bright and dark parts.

Strengths on the street include depth of field, colour rendition, low noise, low chromatic aberration, and the ability to snare faces and plates with ease when faced with strong backlight. At the wide end, pixel spread leads to a slight softening of detail further in which can be tightened using optical zoom. Regardless, out past 30 metres there’s considerable detail of clothing, hair and shoe colour and more, while closer in, the camera has no issues with facial ID. When I go pixel peeping, I find the camera’s ability to snare moving plates is better than my initial impressions. In good light and in variable light out to about 25 metres at the wide end, the camera manages well. In the middle of a bright blue and grey day there’s some very slight over exposure deeper into the scene as the camera engine juggles deep shadow and full sun – this is typical for our application. On the shaded side of the street, skin tones are accurate and there are low levels of blur as the afternoon wears on – this combination makes for excellent face recognition to about 20 metres at full wide.

At around 4pm, as the shadow between the towers gets deeper, I lose fast moving plates – there’s still plenty of light at 70 metres but the camera is now exposing for the near shade. Regardless, I still have slower moving plates, as well as plenty of detail deep into the scene. When I zoom in, even with the

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slower F number, I have face recognition to 30 metres at least, with excellent detail of accessories, clothing, and the compression association you get at a slightly longer focal length.

Right up until 5.10pm I retain clear faces, though fast moving vehicles become less distinct, and around 5.15pm moving faces start to exhibit signs of softness as the shutter slows a bit more and a tiny bit of amplification noise creeps in. Regardless, depth of field remains strong and there’s plenty of detail to be had, even of faster moving cars.

In the 20 minutes between 5.50pm and 6.10pm, night falls and shutter speed drops further still.

The camera hangs on in colour, moving faces are no longer clear but there’s still considerable detail of pedestrians, especially in static moments. Fast moving cars and motorcycles are subject to blur but it’s still possible to discern make and model, as well as colour.

The night scene goes on darkening – by 9pm there’s a yellowish colour cast at the far end of the street and there’s a little more amplification noise pushing through. Regardless, there’s no sign that this camera is going to go over into black and white and after 9pm, I force it over with IR activated. Starting at the wide end, the spread is good, reach is good, too, and this combines with that strong depth of field to deliver solid situational awareness in this street scene.

As is typically the case, I don’t have plates or fine details of moving vehicles at this point, but there’s still useful detail in this image stream. I certainly still have make, model and the tone of cars, and when it comes to pedestrians, I can see details of hair, attire, accessories, and interactions. Faces are not distinct but a known person could be discerned, or an identity clarified in support of additional evidence from mobile phone pings or a camera operating nearby with more ambient light – we are sub 4 lux at the lens, which is challenging for a sensor of this size.

Something I note is that the IR array is not as powerful as others I’ve worked with in this application and I’m quite happy with that. There’s less flare from nearby foliage and building facades, as well as license plates, yet the IR still enhances images to about 20 metres, doing its best work inside 12 metres.

When I grab a couple of snapshots in monochrome in sub 4 lux with subjects walking towards the camera, I’m not getting clear faces at this time of night – by now it’s 9.42pm. Regardless, I can still see attire, gait, accessories, including shoes, as well as the shape of faces and hair colour, etc. All these details enhance situational awareness and would support a case in court – it would be readily possible to confirm an identity based on the image stream.

Next morning, I have more of a play with WDR performance in the face of 70,000 lux direct sunlight, with the camera tilted slightly downwards.

Performance is solid – there’s excellent colour rendition, great face recognition, I have moving plates past 30 metres when wound in on the zoom,

WDR is strong.

static plates to 40 metres, and there’s no suggestion of overexposure, chromatic aberrations, blurring, or some other of the nasty characteristics that can creep into an image when stressed by strong light sources. Along with all of this, depth of field remains excellent – I’m able to see all the way up to Albion St and watch traffic and pedestrians moving around at 100 metres.

As the morning wears on, the camera manages the changing angle of light very well, with bright points nicely controlled, no skewing of tones and sound contrast delivery.

CONCLUSION Panasonic’s WV-U1542L bullet camera is a competent all-rounder with a robust build and a compact form factor. The camera performs well day and night in street applications, with its handling of WDR being a particular strength. Faced with backlight, I get more pleasing colour rendition, face recognition and ID of plates than at other times – this may come down to my settings, but given I’m mostly default, it seems a particular strength of the camera engine. Setup is simple – the camera is designed to assist installers and integrators by being as low touch as possible. For applications requiring strong street performance and useful reach, especially when the scene is stressed by backlight, this WVU1542L is well worth a look. n

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Editor’s choice INTEGRITI SINE VISITOR MANAGEMENT INTEGRATION l A new integration between Sine and Integriti provides a range

of benefits for Integriti users, including the ability to improve safety, security, and compliance for their visitors, contractors, staff, and assets.

Sine is a web-based visitor management system that offers registration of visitors and contractors through any web browser or other device with the Sine APP installed. This means it is accessible on iPads, iPhones, and various android devices.

Bringing visitor management platforms into the Integriti ecosystem complements the advanced access control and intruder functions that Integriti offers. It also lets Sine access other systems within the Integriti ecosystem such as electronic key lockers, which allows contractors to be automatically granted access to physical keys.

A standard scenario will see an employee book their visitor through the Sine web portal.

After the visitor arrives and checks in, the details of the visit will be passed to Integriti, which is where the real work begins.

What’s new in the industry.

TECOM CHALLENGERLEPLUS CONTROL PANEL l Tecom ChallengerLEPlus control panel is a compact, costeffective intrusion panel with many of the advanced features you would expect in a Tecom solution, including UltraSync connectivity.

With its small footprint, it allows installation in locations where space is at a premium, yet your customer needs a fully functional security solution with a limited number of devices.

Despite the small size, ChallengerLEPlus contains many of the advanced features you would expect in a Tecom solution. These include native Ethernet, mobile app support, C-Bus* integration, 3G and 4G expansion module support and management software connectivity. It also offers a secure, encrypted connection to your monitoring station via UltraSync, as well as a mobile app that gives you push notifications and the ability to manage and control your system from anywhere, at any time.

Complementing the family of Tecom control panels, the ChallengerLEPlus fits seamlessly into the Challenger ecosystem.

Distributor: Hills Contact: 1800 685 487

Manufacturer: Inner Range Contact: www.innerrange.com

DIGIFORT VMS INTEGRATES DRONE OPERATION l Digifort VMS from EOS Australia now offers integrated drone operation with Aeroguard, allowing end users to liberate the power of aerial surveillance on their sites simply and economically.

Developed to be completely integrated with the VMS Digifort, Aeroguard performs a simultaneous connection with an unlimited number of DJI brand drones, allowing unified management of drone operations through the Digifort VMS, in real-time, anywhere in the world.

According to EOS, an aerial image is extremely useful, both in terms of its ability to detect incidents happening and recording events on the Digifort server, incorporating flight logs and real time video images.

As it is completely integrated into the Digifort VMS system, existing features, such as operational maps, can be used to make a drone’s operation extremely refined. After the flight, all images obtained are sent to the Digifort Server and are available for export and indepth analysis.

MILESIGHT AND GENETEC NOW TECHNOLOGY PARTNERS l MILESIGHT network cameras, distributed locally by MGTS, are now officially compatible with Genetec VMS. The various functions of Milesight network cameras, such as the configuration of recording streams, motion detection, record and playback, etc, can all be operated on Genetec VMS. This integration offers the users of both brands a great convenience.

The integration delivers greater convenience to users, as well as a better user-experience in the competitive and connected market environment.

A popular camera in the range is the Milesight 180-degree panoramic mini dome camera, designed to support ultrawide angle monitoring applications. Featuring up to 4K high resolution, a 180-degree panoramic view and embedded VCA, this 180-degree Milesight mini dome network camera is ideal for many applications requiring wide angle views.

Distributor: MGTS Contact: 1300 280 135

Distributor: EOS Australia Contact: +61 2 9749 5888

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FHD DISTRIBUTING ALARM.COM-POWERED HSGW 4G PANEL l The 160-zone HSGW 4G LTE wireless panel, powered by Alarm.com, is now available from FH Distribution. The HSGW wireless panel integrates interactive security, video monitoring, home automation, and energy management, is designed to bring allaround convenience, comfort, and safety. Other features of the panel include: • 4G LTE and Ethernet dual communication paths • Z-Wave device support and long-range RF reliable sensor support • Full integration with the Alarm.com mobile app and customer site • Built-in siren, multi-partition, up to 160 zones • Backup battery for power outages.

According to Alarm.com, configuration is easy with Alarm.com’s familiar and easy-touse web and mobile support tools, AirFXTM and the MobileTech app.

“With over 7 million users, Alarm.com delivers the best technology for your residential and commercial customers while providing the most comprehensive suite of partner resources to help you better manage and grow your business,” said Alarm.com’s director of business development – Asia Pacific, Ian Law. “Please contact apac-sales@alarm.com for more information about Alarm.com and how to become a Service Provider or FH Distribution for more information about the HSGW panel.”

Distributor: FHD Contact: 1300 888 343

CSM SEEKING DEALERS FOR HONEYWELL- MAXPRO PROGRAMME l CSM is looking for dealers for MAXPRO Cloud, a Honeywell IoT Azure-based integrated, connected-building, cloud-based platform designed for small-to-medium business customers.

MAXPRO Cloud pushes by exception real-time access control, video surveillance and intrusion detection event notifications to one or more mobile devices connecting customers to their buildings and enabling a user to respond to real incidences and make informed business decisions, anywhere, anytime.

Features: • Targeted towards Small to Medium Business Market • Integrated cloud-based video, access control and intrusion, security as a service platform • Real time alarm/event and system health notifications • Simplifies multi-site security installations • Plug and play installation, futureproof • Automated reporting to your customers • Up to 12 months free connectivity.

Contact CSM for more details about this solution or becoming a MAXPRO Cloud dealer.

Distributor: CSM Contact: 1300 663 904

BGWT RELEASES PELCO SARIX ENHANCED 3 l Pelco Sarix Enhanced 3 cameras, distributed locally by BGWT, are designed to handle a broad range of lighting conditions. They also feature resolutions of up to 8MP and WDR, as well as ultra low light and image stabilization capabilities.

With frame rates of up to 120 FPS at 1080p, operators will also have the ability to slow down scenes of interest and capture detailed images in applications like traffic and gaming.

The bullet and dome models are IK10 vandal resistant, making them ideal for any location where video security equipment could be at risk. Users will save on bandwidth and storage costs with Pelco Smart Compression technology and H.265.

Sarix Enhanced 3 cameras pair with Pelco’s Advanced Analytics Suite.

Powered by deep learning, the Pelco Advanced Analytics Suite enables users to quickly focus on situations needing immediate attention for faster response times. The solution also acts as a platform for advanced deep learning analytics, with superior accuracy in its ability to easily categorize objects within the scene.

Options include the Sarix Enhanced Series 3 Mini-Dome indoor and outdoor, the Sarix Enhanced Series 3 Bullet SARIX IBE 3 outdoor IR bullet and the Sarix Enhanced Series 3 Box camera, the SARIX IXE 3.

Distributor: BGW Technologies Contact: +61 2 9674 4255

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VIVOTEK CAMERA RECEIVES LICENSE-FREE SMART VCA PACKAGE UPGRADE l VIVOTEK reports that by upgrading to the VCA package version 6.6 for its MS9321EHV 20MP 180-degree panoramic network camera with VAST 2 technology, users are provided VIVOTEK’s Smart VCA package free-of-charge without the need for a license.

The version 6.6 VCA package includes a suite of seven video analytic rules/functions, including intrusion detection, loitering detection, line crossing detection, unattended object detection, missing object detection, face detection, and crowd detection.

Along with Trend Micro IoT security and a weatherproof IP66-rated and vandal-proof IK10-rated camera housing, integrated Smart IR II technology with adaptive IR enables the MS9321-EHV’s 30M 180-degree IR illuminators to adjust to the scene together or individually to provide a better IR image by reducing glaring hotspots and/or underexposed dark spots.

WDR Pro (120dB) means the MS9321-EHV captures both the dark and bright areas of an image and combines them to create a highly realistic representation of the original scene, while combining both H.265 and Vivotek Smart Stream III, the company says the MS9321-EHV can reduce bandwidth and storage consumption more than 90 per cent (depending on scenes) compared to traditional H.264 without smart streaming.

Contact: Vivotek Distributors

UNIVIEW VMS-B180-A VIDEO MANAGEMENT SYSTEM l Uniview has just released VMS-B180-A, a high-performance and highly cost-effective video management platform.

According to Uniview, this solution is easy to set up. Traditionally, VMS always needed a high performance PC, such as tower PC, or all-in-one PC. VMS-B180-A is a physical device with a built-in desktop, so it works without a PC and it can greatly reduce costs and speed up deployments, while its 1U size allows a more flexible installation.

VMS-B180-A also has a strong management ability, according to Uniview. The system is able to achieve 512Mbps input bandwidth and manage 256 devices or cloud devices at the same time. In addition, it has convenient user and role management structure. Moreover, to match UNV front-end products, it offers a face recognition solution, an face-based access control system and a license plate recognition solution as well.

Uniview’s VMS-B180-A is Linux-based, which means it’s less vulnerable and much safer and cyber security features include ARP, and IP whitelist.

Contact: Uniview Distributors

DIGIFORT VMS INTEGRATES ICT PROTEGEGX l Digifort has integrated its VMS solution with ICT’s ProtegeGX access control, alarm and automation solution, and this integration is bidirectional – each system can access the functionality of the other.

Functionalities opened by the integration include: • ProtegeGX door opens and a camera will pop up on Digifort’s surveillance client with direct access to playback • ProtegeGX area is armed and if triggered, it will automatically activate a camera to start recording (will create a bookmark and protect the recording from deletion if required) • Access card is badged and trigger the PTZ to zoom on to a person’s face • Icon on a camera view of Digifort to unlock a door on ProtegeGX • OnProtegeGX’s event records, click on the camera to access playback from Digifort.

Main functions: • Display Digifort video in the Protege GX GUI • Allow video playback in the Protege GX GUI • Notify Protege GX events to Digifort.

Distributor: EOS Australia Contact: +61 2 9749 5888

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HEALTHSAFE SECUREPASS VISITOR & SITE MANAGEMENT SOLUTION FROM CSD l SECUREPASS by Healthsafe will be available as a standalone solution or fully integrated into Inner Range’s Integriti security and access control system, which provides a comprehensive visitor and site management solution (VSMS), from October 1.

The solution is fully scalable from an entry level solution to manage all staff and visitors onsite, to full site management of contractors and the associated governance/ compliance required for them to be carrying out works on a multi-site environment.

It also incorporates features to replace the traditional visitors sign in book tight up to contractor compliance, site inductions, emergency mass notifications, GPS tracking, geo fencing and more. The deep integration to Integriti allows for high level communication of emergency, access control, video analytic events to create alerts and notifications within the SecurePass VSMS. Contact your CSD representative to book in your demonstration.

LENELS2 NETBOX VERSION 5.3 BLUEDIAMOND TOUCHLESS ACCESS SUPPORT l LenelS2, distributed locally by BGW Technologies, has released NetBox version 5.3 access control software that brings complete BlueDiamond support to the NetBox ecosystem as well as expanded support for ASSA ABLOY and Allegion products.

NetBox users can now provision and manage BlueDiamond mobile and physical credentials directly through the NetBox browser-based administration interface.

BlueDiamond mobile credentialing technology eliminates a number of traditional access touch points for building occupants and is one of the many LenelS2 solutions offered as part of Carrier’s Healthy Buildings Program.

NetBox version 5.3 delivers support for a range of ASSA ABLOY Aperio wireless locks, broadening the portfolio of native NetBox integrations with ASSA ABLOY products.

Because Aperio locks do not require door wiring, they are fast and easy to install, according to the company.

The wireless communication between the lock and an Aperio hub enables real-time communication with NetBox for enhanced security and control. Supported Aperio locks include the IN100 series, HES KS100 server cabinet lock, Securitron R100 card reader and HES K100 cabinet lock. The Aperio solution was developed on an open standard, making it easy to integrate with a variety of openings.

NetBox version 5.3 also supports seamless provisioning of Allegion Schlage No-Tour offline smart deadbolts for multi-tenant housing, using the LenelS2 Installer mobile application Distributor: BGWT Contact: +61 2 9674 4255

FLIR UPDATES UNITED VMS SOFTWARE l According to FLIR, its United VMS 9.0 offers a modernized user interface, new health monitoring tool and cybersecurity enhancements.

United VMS is an open platform solution that supports numerous cameras and edge devices. The VMS, which is comprised of the FLIR Latitude network video management system and Horizon and Meridian NVRs, is said to accurately match any size installation and help reduce the cost of ownership.

It also supports both FLIR visible and thermal security cameras, including the new A400-EST and A700-EST cameras for elevated skin temperature screening applications.

“Video management systems are the backbone of effective security and surveillance programs, and the latest United VMS 9.0 update will help professionals manage facility safety and improve efficiency and security,” says Daniel Gundlach, vice president, global business development, solutions business at FLIR Systems.

FLIR United VMS 9.0 features a new dark-mode for the control and administrative centres, as well as simplified menus and viewing windows.

The thumbnail search with digital zoom helps users further refine areas of interest by focusing and magnifying within the video image.

The introduction of timeline scrubbing directly in the video pane further streamlines operations. The software update includes advanced forensic functionality for smooth playback of events, improved sync playback, reverse playback, and resiliency in recording.

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Q: Could you highlight in simple terms some of the challenges security installers face when handling networked security cabling?

A: Network cabling problems include signal loss or attenuation which occurs when cables that connect different parts of a network unravel at the ends, get bent too tightly in cable trays, are crushed, or are impacted on by RFI or EMI. Making this more challenging, problems may not arise until network loads reach a particular threshold.

Meanwhile, shorts occur when the wire conductor comes in contact with another conductive surface, changing the path of the signal so it doesn’t reach the receiving end of a loop. You use cable testers to hunt for things like cut cables, incorrect cable connections, cable shorts, EMI and RFI interference. Techs should pay attention to connectors – they are more of a fiddle than they look.

Connectors may be built poorly or water may get into RJ45 plugs and short them across positive and negative pins – you’ll see a characteristic black stain on the plug when this happens – if the event is recent you’ll be able to smell it.

Connectivity problems between one or more devices in a network can occur after a change is made in configuration or if there’s a malfunction in a connectivity

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component, such as hub, a router or a switch. A giveaway is when things don’t work after you added some software or a new hardware component. It gets more complicated the larger the network is and on really big networks, there will be areas of potential fault that will have nothing to do with you. Keep your security subnets tidy and be sure you incorporate some sort of management facility into the monitoring end.

There might also be excessive network collisions leading to slow connectivity.

The problem can occur as a result of bad network setup/plan, a user transferring a lot of information, heavy traffic in a growing business, or a jabbering network card stuck in transmit mode.

No matter what issues you face with cabling, the biggest issues will be in software. Problems are usually tracked back to DNS configuration, WINS configuration, IP address issues and the registry. Config issues are a righteous pain.

In a worst case scenario you’ll have to get network people in to sort things out. Some issues will be complex, others come down to simple things like duplicate IP addresses, where 2 machines are inadvertently set up to use the same IP. The result is always intermittent communication – half the time it’s perfect, the rest of the time it’s slow or interrupted.

Discovering these and other issues in a complex networked solution can be time consuming and will test the patience of

integrator and end user.

Q: What’s the best way to terminate BNC connectors for analogue CCTV cameras?

A: The secret to successful connecting and termination of cables is working in a gentle and exacting manner. The best way to terminate coax cable is as follows: l Make a 90-degree cut straight across the cable. If you get this wrong, try again a centimetre or so further up till the cut is straight. l Pick up your 2-step coaxial cable wire stripper and set it to the RG-59 setting using your hex allen key. What you want to do here is expose about 1cm of the cable’s conductor and 1cm of its insulation. When your settings are right, insert the cable into the stripper and close it around the cable. l Rotate the stripper so the blades strip the coax in the usual 2-stage manner.

You need to rotate the stripper 3-5 times always in the same direction. We’ve seen some installers go back the other way using a 180-degree swing in each direction with most unappealing results. Vital here is not to go all the way through the jacket and into the shield – this is the most common error with coax installs. Go nearly all the way through and then pull the jacket to and fro till it separates along the line of the cut. Ripping with the stripper is fine for stripping AWG or zone cable but it’s guaranteed to make a mess of coax more often than not.

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l Give the cable a careful inspection. Don’t be afraid to carry a magnifying glass for this purpose. Even if magnifying the cable tip isn’t essential it makes the inspection process easier and much faster because damage will be obvious. Once you’ve established the insulation is not nicked or scratched and there are no whiskers of braid sneaking out of the conductor then you’re ready to crimp the centre pin. l Seat the centre pin of the BNC onto the stripped conductor. When you’re happy that you’ve got all the conductor into the centre pin for a good contact and that there are no whiskers peeking around the BNC pin’s hole, crimp the centre pin to the conductor with the pin crimp on your ratchet crimper – you’ll use the small pin die. Use firm but not too much pressure and turn the pin to get even crimping. l Fit the sleeve ferrule over the pin and the still exposed insulation. What you want to do is slide the ferrule down over the pin and then put the BNC connector body onto the end of the cable. Doing this will force the braid to spread and you want to press the connector all the way down the braided shield without applying excessive force.

All the time this process is going on make sure no stray whiskers are being bent back outside the connector body by its downward passage. Also vital is to ensure that the pin flange sits on the exposed insulation and that the pin top is flush with the top of the BNC body. l Slip the crimp ferrule sleeve up till it covers the exposed shield braid all the way to the shoulder of the connector body. You then need to get your ratchet crimper and set it to the right diameter using that Allen key. Put the crimper over the ferrule sleeve and put firm and even pressure on the crimper handles till the ferrule is perfectly crimped to the connector body. l Next you should give the completed connector a careful inspection to make sure it’s a solid and sturdy unit. Flex the cable and give a firm but not destructive tug on the cable holding the connector body to ensure it’s properly held and won’t come apart at the slightest disturbance.

Now you’re done. BNC connectors built this way by studious technicians make excellent connections that, if environmental conditions aren’t extreme, should easily outlast the systems they are serving.

Q: What are the advantages of using dual technology intrusion sensors?

A: When it comes to more challenging environments most installation teams go for dual technology sensors. They’re tough enough to handle sunlit windows and strong air currents and they’ll pick up small movements. All dual technology sensors combine a pair of technologies that are sensitive to 2 different types of disturbance. The thinking behind this is to ensure that each sensor supports the weaknesses of the other to eliminate false alarms.

It works thanks to the nature of each of these 2 sensing technologies. PIR elements sense the level of IRE changing between zones over a set time at a set speed. There aren’t many environmental disturbances that mirror this sort of activity – but heat sources, especially warm air currents, spell trouble for PIRs. Bear in mind with PIRs that the reflected IRE signals their pyro elements receive are minute. The low signal level means that amplification and filtration processes must be well engineered in order to achieve quality signals and this necessary processing slows response times as well as limiting coverage.

Microwaves work differently. They cover an area with a signal and then pick up variations between the signal sent and the signal reflected back. It’s called the Doppler shift. Microwave sensor technologies offer strong detection performance – they’ll pretty much detect anything that moves.

In terms of dual technology what’s vital is that PIRs are sensitive to movement across their zones, while microwave devices activate if they pick up a Doppler shift that moves either towards the sensor or away from it. Another issue with dual technology gear is each sensor can be tuned up more than would be possible if the sensors had to stand-alone.

Expect to pay more for a dual technology sensor – there will also be variations in price depending on things like lens design (mirror optic/fresnel), range, signal processing, active IRE and range gating.

Advantages of Dual Technology Sensors: l Lower false alarm rate if environment changes – best choice for tough internal and external applications l Sensitive to all kinds of motion l Can be used in hot, windy, changeful sites l Normally includes features that are only found in the best single-tech sensors l Sensitive to movement in 2 directions.

Disadvantages of Dual Technology Sensors: l More expensive that PIRs l May reduce overall probability of detection compared to PIRs in PIRperfect internal applications l Greater complexity means quality control is more important. n se&n 57

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