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Sicura Systems has provided their video and data management suite to Network Rail depot in Reading, BerkshireSicura Systems are supplying their intelligent video and data management suite in combination with a fully-redundant video wall to a Network Rail depot in Reading, Berkshire. The installation is facilitating wide-area surveillance of both unauthorised and legitimate track-based movements from a series of dual optical/thermal cameras on two-mile stretches either side of the depot, th...
Research reveals two-thirds of American college students want to use cell phones instead of ID cards Ingersoll Rand Security Technologies, a leading global provider of security and safety solutions and manufacturer of Schlage contactless smart credentials and readers, announced that new research has found that two-thirds of American college students are interested in using their cell phone in place of an ID card. Students feel they are less likely to lose their pho...
Cardea's passive RFID technology demanded by far the lowest energyElectric RaceAbout (E-RA), an electric sportscar jointly developed by Metropolia University of Applied Sciences, Lahti University of Applied Sciences and Lappeenranta University of Technology, has also driven some surprising recent accolades for Idesco's Cardea Reader. E-RA, a full-featured, albeit electric, sportscar boasting emission-free low energy consumption, garnered second place in the International 2010 Progres...
Accidents can and do happen, but being prepared for them is what can really make the difference between life and death in a critical situation. In the autonomous region of Castilla-La Mancha in Central Spain, the health care authority, SESCAM, takes people's well-being seriously. SESCAM is stepping up its medical airlift services with 166 new helipads and a communications and video network system that is built to effectively counter any calamity.Centralising the systemCurrently, there are 59 med...
Around 150 cameras supervise the site and provide a valuable video record of shipmentsChronopost International, leading provider of express parcel delivery services in France and worldwide, has deployed a complete end-to-end IP video solution from IndigoVision to protect and streamline its logistics operations of its hub located at Charles de Gaulle Airport, Paris. Around 150 cameras provide both security monitoring of the site and a valuable video record of shipments. Chronopost owns a network...
Steskal, Poland has opted for CEM AC2000 Lite security management system CEM Systems, part of Tyco Security Products, announced that Steskal, Poland, has opted to install CEM AC2000 Lite security management system to secure its premises in Krakow. The system will be installed by CEM Approved Reseller, AGIS Fire & Security in Poland (formerly ADT Fire & Security).Steskal specialise in bakery, confectionery, catering services, wholesale and retail food supply. AC2000 Lite was selecte...
Robinson's Brewery turned to Grosvenor Technology for a state-of-the-art IP Network solution When independent family brewer Robinsons could no longer get support or spare parts for their sitewide access control system, they turned to Grosvenor Technology for good old fashioned customer service and a state-of-the-art IP Network solution. Robinsons' Unicorn Brewery in Stockport takes its name from the Unicorn Inn which was bought by William Robinson in 1838. This stood on...
Avigilon, the performance and value leader in high definition and megapixel video surveillance systems, announced that Southside Medical Center, Georgia's oldest and largest Federally Qualified Health Centre, has deployed the Avigilon High Definition (HD) surveillance system to boost patient and staff safety. Facing many security challenges including gang-related activities, on-site domestic violence, disputes among patients, vandalism, break-ins, and theft, Southside Medical Center selected the...
March Neworks has provided IP video solutions to City of Raisio in Finland March Networks , a global provider of intelligent IP video solutions, announced that the City of Raisio in southwestern Finland is deploying the company's Video Management System (VMS) solution to protect city property, accelerate incident response, and ensure the safety and security of residents. Security and IT staff selected the solution which includes the VMS software, March Networks high-definition IP cameras a...
The training centre at the University Hospital of Cologne has a sophisticated new audio video system which helps medical students practise consultations and procedures of different types and learn from detailed analysis of their own performance. Supplied and installed by inSynergie, a German specialist in multimedia control solutions, the AV package combines inSynergie's own software with Geutebruck re_porter and GeViScope video platforms.The training centre's practice facilities compr...
Xpress Cargo achieved greater coverage and lower installation costs with Avigilon Panoramic domes ChallengeEnsure asset protection, facilitate cargo management, and maintain employee safety. Solution Xpress Cargo staff seamlessly manages the Avigilon high-definition surveillance system using the Avigilon Control Center network video management software (NVMS) with High-Definition Stream Management (HDSM) technology. The commercial trucking company installed Avigilon HD c...
The Healthcare sector is a vital one which affects everyone at some point during their lives. Equally, by its very nature the healthcare sector is highly susceptible to security threats, so ensuring secure access control is an essential element of most medical facilities. TDSi, a global leader in access control systems, offers a range of solutions that cater for the numerous and often demanding access control needs of the healthcare industry, whilst respecting the need to provide for greater val...
Infinova cameras were originally selected because of their high image quality and mechanical reliability Infinova recently announced that Autovie Venete S.p.A., the managing Company of Italy's motorway routes A4 Venice-Trieste, A23 Palmanova-Udine South and A28 Portogruaro-Pordenone-Conegliano, is using a real time traffic video surveillance system based on Infinova cameras and fibre optic transmission technology that was installed by Infinova integrator GSG International.&nb...
The sensors were chosen for performance, resistance to sun exposure, sensitivity and compatibility with Pelco ULIS, a manufacturer of high-quality infrared (IR) imaging sensors for thermography, security, automotive and military applications, announced recently that it has signed a contract with Schneider Electric, the developer and manufacturer of world leading Pelco video and security systems, to supply infrared (IR) sensors for Pelco's new product line, the Sarix thermal imaging cameras. This...
Milestone's IP video management software manages 2- and 4-megapixel SANYO cameras Outer Norrebro is known as one of the most socially deprived areas in Copenhagen, Denmark, and the Green Triangle is a housing complex that has suffered from crime and vandalism. Now a number of social initiatives, combined with a consultant-designed, comprehensive IP video surveillance solution from Milestone Systems, create safer conditions for residents.The Green Triangle has 47 percent of its residents on...
The challenges involved in securing a hospital are unlike those in almost any other building. Most hospitals have relatively easy access because they want to provide a welcoming environment and while this dictates that it is often necessary to allow for high levels of public access to the hospital and other health amenities, including the routes linking different departments, entry to many back of house areas and most other facilities needs to be restricted for the protection of both patients an...
Commerce Casino in Los Angeles has been provided upgraded video surveillance solutions by NAV North American Video (NAV) has upgraded the video surveillance recording system at the Commerce Casino in Los Angeles, California from VHS format to a digital system that encompasses the Casino's point-of-sale (POS) transactions. The new integrated system provides Casino management with increased search functionality, enabling quicker and more proactive response to incidents."Ever...
IndigoVision's IP-CCTV solution has been integrated together with access control and intruder detection to provide one of Madrid's hospitals with a state of the art security system. Opened in 2008, the Infanta Sofía Hospital is located in San Sebastián De los Reyes and was built by the Madrid Regional Government as part of plans to improve healthcare services for towns in Northern Madrid. The hospital consists of several buildings on a 60Km2site with the main facilities in an 8-sto...
Arecont is providing surveillance solutions to Orlando Infiniti Orlando Infiniti relies on megapixel cameras by Arecont Vision to help prevent after-hours theft of its expensive luxury vehicles. For 24-hour surveillance of the premises and after-hours video monitoring to detect intrusion, Orlando Infiniti contracts with United Security Alliance, Inc., a nationwide integrator of video surveillance and access control systems. United Security Alliance has installed 1...
The city is using the solution to monitor a library, hospital, recreational facilities and schoolsMarch Networks®, a global provider of intelligent IP video solutions, recently announced that the City of Raisio in southwestern Finland is deploying the company's Video Management System (VMS) solution to protect city property, accelerate incident response, and ensure the safety and security of residents. Security and IT staff selected the solution - which includes the VMS software, March...
In Chongqing's metro line, Infinova cameras are located at the platforms, station centres and inside the train carsInfinova announced that, with the opening of the first phase of a new metro line in Chongqing (southwest China), 750 Infinova fixed cameras and 40 Infinova dome cameras will be covering the 37 km (23 mile) Chongqing Metro Line 1 which includes a grand total of 23 stations. The first section was completed in July (2011) and the second phase completes next year."Considering...
The Hikvision cameras allow network transmission to multiple clients simultaneousyHikvision's network speed dome cameras and 4CIF IP cameras are being used at the Louis Pasteur Hospital in the city of Chartres in northern France to protect patients, staff and visitors.This district general hospital, situated to the southwest of Paris, is a 528-bed facility offering general surgery, convalescence and a maternity unit. There is also emergency in-patient accommodation and a specialist respira...
Opengear allows Internap to simplify management of network infrastructure through strong port densityOpengear, provider of next generation console server and remote management solutions, recently announced that Internap Network Services Corporation, a provider of intelligent IT Infrastructure services, has chosen Opengear to provide secure remote management."The Opengear IM4248 allows Internap to drastically simplify the out-of-band access and management of our network infrastructure...
An essential part of the alarm and CCTV monitoring operation is the Bold Gemini security management solutionSituated against the picturesque backdrop of the South Pennines, Oldham Council's remit extends across a mix of urban and rural areas. While this rustic scenery is a source of pleasure for most of the time, the weather can turn severe with floods and heavy snow on occasions. In addition, the town itself has not been immune from some of the social issues associated with many post-indu...
Using IP-network digital CCTV has transformed the college's use of surveillanceCity of Westminster College has invested in the latest IP Video technology from IndigoVision to provide integrated CCTV surveillance for its new flagship campus. Opened in January 2011, the £102m project involved the re-development of the College's former Paddington Green site in Central London into a new state-of-the-art Campus. Facilities include specialist science labs, a large sports hall and a wide range o...
The advanced technology in all cameras produced clear, high-contrast images even under difficult light conditions The 26th Summer Universiade was held successfully in Shenzhen -- a major strategic location of commerce in southeast of China. This international event kicked off on August 12 and continued until August 23. The experimental city of China's reform and opening up, has witnessed the largest sport event in Universiade history with around eleven thousands participants from over 150 count...
Harrow school in North West London has been installed with latest digital recording system from Wavestore It may be a school with traditional standards which can be traced back to 1572, but Harrow School has not hesitated to invest in the latest generation of video surveillance technology to protect its assets and create a safe and secure environment for its students and tutors. Harrow School has recently upgraded its IP network video surveillance and has put its trust in a new Waves...
IPSS installed MOBOTIX cameras and software at the Aldeburgh Yacht Club to provide video feeds of the waterwaysMOBOTIX AG, a leading manufacturer of digital high-resolution, network-based video security systems has released details of an installation at Aldeburgh Yacht Club, a prestigious and high profile facility that is helping to power new online services to help members plan their sailing trips, protect the site and assist with the racing events. Founded in 1897, the Aldeburgh Yacht Cl...
Octavian will provide security services to Matlock Bath Illuminations in Derbyshire Octavian Security has been announced as the new provider of security for the famous Matlock Bath Illuminations in Derbyshire. Derbyshire Dales District Council has appointed Octavian, one of the UK's most forward thinking security firms, as the provider of safety stewarding and cash in transit services for the event. Octavian stewards will be present throughout to offer security and assistance to the...
First Responder mimics the actions of securty guard to deter crime FutureSentry, a developer of automated detection solutions designed to enhance security, announced that its First Responder solution was selected to provide perimeter security at a world-renowned air enthusiast's show in Oshkosh, Wis.Specified by Mitchell Christian, owner of Cyber Consulting & Security, the integrator was contracted by show sponsors, the Experimental Aircraft Association (EAA), to provide security at AirVent...
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