Case studies

A rise in thefts at the shop near Cardiff led to Shop Manager Samantha Griffiths appealing for security solutionsRomad has donated one of its lone worker protection devices to Cancer Research UK in order to provide peace of mind for the volunteers working at the charity's Cardiff shop. A rise in thefts at the shop near Cardiff Central train station led to Shop Manager Samantha Griffiths appealing for security solutions: "It's sad that we should have to worry about this kind of crime. Our su...

Infinova's software manages original analogue system and new IP solution as single video surveillance systemInfinova announced that the video surveillance system at the newly expanded Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre (ADNEC) includes more than 500 Infinova IP cameras plus Infinova monitors, matrix switchers and fibre optic transceivers. System components are distributed over sub-control rooms to provide local monitoring for each exhibition hall. Control rooms are connected by a fibre optic n...

Eclipse (IP) Ltd delivered a simple and discreet remote monitoring solution from MOBOTIX for EvansMOBOTIX AG, a leading manufacturer of complete high-resolution IP video systems have released details of an installation of its MOBOTIX CCTV solution which is protecting the Evans Business Centre, located within John Smith Business Park, a prestigious new business park developed by Fife Council located in Kirkcaldy in Scotland.With over 50 locations across the UK, Evans Easyspace provides quality sm...

The CCTV system features one of the gaming industry's first installations of a server-less storage solutionThe grand opening for Scottsdale's newest and most lavish casino, the Talking Stick Resort, is scheduled for June 10, 2010 and already it's being favourably compared to the high end properties on the Las Vegas strip. It's an apt comparison for the Talking Stick Resort, which unofficially opened on April 15, because, as at many of the Las Vegas casinos, the video surveillance system there wa...

The SAFE for Airports suite allows the Aspen/Pitkin Airport to future-proof their physical security infrastructure Quantum Secure, the leading provider of enterprise software to manage and streamline security identities, compliance and events across disparate physical security systems, announced that its SAFE for Airports solution has been chosen by the Aspen/Pitkin County Airport as its physical access and identity management solution. The SAFE for Airports solution will...

China Com designed, installed and commissioned the 360 camera surveillance solutionAs with any large visitor attraction, OCT East, China's newest resort and theme park, relies heavily on high-quality CCTV to ensure its staff and visitors are safe and secure. That's why the resort has invested in IndigoVision's complete end-to-end IP video technology to deliver its site-wide surveillance.The first phase of the resort opened in 2007 and now boasts two theme parks, three scenic towns, four resort h...

Vancouver contracted with ADT and MDT to extend the public safety network to protect tourists and visitors Proxim Wireless Corporation, a leading provider of complete indoor and outdoor wireless broadband ecosystems, recently announced that the City of Vancouver, along with ADT Advanced Integration/Intercon Security and MDT Technical Services, deployed a Proxim wireless network to extend video surveillance throughout the city during the 2010 Winter Olympics and Paralympics. They selected Proxim...

National Home Security Inc covers camera surveillance, access control, fire prevention and perimeter intrusionHikvision's H264 compression cards are being used in Florida at a $4m carting and leisure venue.Xtreme Indoor Karting in Fort Lauderdale features a half-mile asphalt track and vehicles that reach speeds of 45 mph. The facility is monitored by a combination of PTZ and dome cameras reporting to custom-built PC-based recorders using Hikvision dual-stream compression cards.Camera footag...

 Panasonic's video surveillance platform was selected from a competitive field of five brandsVideo surveillance systems from Panasonic System Networks Company have been chosen for a system upgrade at the world renowned H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Center & Research Institute in Tampa, Florida. The Panasonic solution was selected from a highly competitive field of 5 brands."Using Panasonic technology, the Moffitt Cancer Center can improve both its operational efficiency and the quality of...

The new security system features 75 VIVOTEK FD7160 2MP cameras running on an eXacq software platformMissionMontana State Hospital in Warm Springs, Montana is the only public psychiatric hospital in Montana which provides inpatient psychiatric treatment for adults with mental illness. The facility has a long history, dating back to the year 1877, with the most recent building erected in 2001 due to the generosity of Montana's taxpayers. It includes over 200 beds and over 400 full-time employees....

IP7160 provides up to 2 megapixel resolution and is suitable for indoor lighting conditionsMissionThe Architecture and City Planning Municipal Agency occupies a large building in the city centre of Sofia, the capital of Bulgaria. It is a government organisation that oversees city planning and grants permission for various construction activities in the municipality. The bureau houses various service desks for incoming citizens and company complaints as well as service desks where citizens can de...

Axis' 211M Network Camera,221 Day & Night Network Camera and 215 PTZ have been installed at CROUSMissionConstructed in 2008, the new buildings of the Saint-Denis CROUS (including a university restaurant and a hall of residence for international students, covering a total of 4,940m2) were originally equipped with a frugal system of black-and-white analogue cameras without recording capabilities. Mr. Hadad, Director of the Departmental Site of Seine Saint-Denis, wished to rapidly implement a m...

The access control system includes 71 access control terminals covering 99 entry pointsSpar Slovenia is one of the largest employers in Slovenia. Spar's success story began in 1991 when they started with just one retail store; today, there are 63 altogether across Slovenia. Spar has been using Spica's time management and access control system, Time&Space, since 1993.Centralised time recordingIn 2005, Spar introduced SAP business software integrating a number of business applications includin...

The system includes Time&Space software, DOG09 time recording terminals and Indala proximity readersHotel Mons is a member of WORLDHOTELS, a carefully selected portfolio of independent hotels that guarantee high quality standards and services. Mons has been included in its First Class Collection.Time recording for employeesMons uses Spica's Time&Space system for employees' time recording and access control. The system includes Time&Space software, DOG09 time recording terminals and I...

Spica's access control system allows Lafarge continuous access to employees' presence/absenceLafarge Cement d. d., Trbovlje cement works is a part of the international Lafarge group, the world's largest manufacturer of building materials. They employ 90,000 people in over 76 countries. In 2007 their turnover totalled 17.6 billion Euros, generating 1.9 billion Euros of profit. The Trbovlje cement works has been operating since 1876, and was taken over by Lafarge Perlmooser AG in 2002 - successful...

Technonet selected the Axis M1011 Network Camera for the restaurantMissionChefs In Motion, an up-scale eatery in the leafy suburb of Lonehill, Northern Johannesburg, has been serving mouth-watering meals and providing delectable catering for the past five years. With a constant flow of diners enjoying a private or corporate function, a romantic evening with a loved one or even a few drinks with friends at the spacious bar, the restaurant bustles constantly. Owner and Chef, Mike Varrie, believes...

Bosch's AEGIS UFLED illuminators were selected because they are small, discreet, flexible and powerfulBosch's AEGIS UFLED infrared illuminators are the preferred lighting choice for night-time broadcasting for one BBC camera specialist, following successful use on a number of high profile BBC natural history programmes. As a Remote Camera Specialist for the BBC, Jo Charlesworth has built the lighting rigs for a number of BBC nature documentaries including The Big Cat Diaries and Great Rift.Most...

The panel is also able to interface to Bosch's other security systems to create a holistic security systemModular configuration allows easy adaptation to local regulations and conditionsFlexibility of solution ensures future expansionThe Modular Fire Panel 5000 Series was commissioned recently at the Loftus Versfeld Stadium in Pretoria, South Africa. Loftus Versfeld Stadium is the home of the Vodacom Bulls Rugby Team, Super 14 winners, and one of the venues for the 2010 Soccer World Cup. "B...

Images from the CCTV help engineers quickly pinpoint problem areas in the machine control programmeCompact cameras survive the elementsWith several company-owned facilities and a network of global suppliers, Boeing Research and Technology is responsible for the implementation of advanced machining technology for commercial airplanes. Conditions inside the machines are brutal - cutters are bombarded with coolant, and chips from the titanium and aluminium parts fly at high velocities. Th...

An effective and robust access control system is a key requirement of any building with multiple tenantsSecure wireless technology is boosting security for one of Asia Pacific's leading providers of innovative workplace solutions and serviced office services.Compass Offices, which operates fully furnished high quality business centres with serviced office space, meeting rooms and virtual office facilities from 4 locations in Hong Kong and 2 locations in Singapore, is making use of innovativ...

The new system uses RFID readers, two located at the employee's entrance and one in the airport restaurantThe Split Airport Kastela is a regional airport. Most of its traffic consists of charter flights carrying tourists from large airports across Europe. The airport will be celebrating its 40th anniversary in 2006. Although of modest size, this single runway airport plays an important role in Dalmatia. The number of passengers has been increasing steadily, rising from 800,000 in 2004 to almost...

Intereuropa decided to introduce a centralised system and extend access control to cover more locations Before implementing the Time&Space solution, working time management in Intereuropa was organised by individual units, meaning that a comprehensive overview of data for the entire company was not available. Moreover, some departments entered time by hand, which did not only make the task of the payroll calculation department difficult and time consuming, but also increased the possibility...

The Centre selected Johnson Controls to design, install, and implement the integrated security solutionIn pursuit of an innovative clinical care experience, the new Roy and Patricia Disney Cancer Centre in San Fernando Valley, Calif., features integrated information technologies (IT) designed to enhance the patient experience and ensure efficient facility operations. Providence Saint Joseph Medical Centre, which operates the new cancer treatment facility, selected Johnson Controls to design, ins...

The equipment is used for capturing biometric data such as two-dimensional face pictures, finger prints etcSpeed Identity has received a prestigious order to supply biometric capture equipment for e-passports to the Luxemburg passport authority that for a period of time has been in successful operation. The order consists of the Speed Capture Station as well as a large number of the Speed Capture Light. After a thorough evaluation the Luxemburg authority chose the tried and tested Swedish biomet...

Bosch Praesideo is the world's first fully digital public address and emergency sound system Athletes and spectators at the newly refurbished Scotstoun Stadium in Glasgow won't miss a beat, thanks to sophisticated digital Public Address and Voice Alarm (PA/VA) technology from Bosch Security Systems. The system was recently installed at the stadium by PEL Services, one of the UK's foremost providers of commercial sound and communications systems. Scotstoun Stadium has benefited...

Theia's SY125M CCTV lens is a part of NASA's GloPac science missionTheia's SY125M lens was selected for use in NASA's GloPac science mission. The mission will gather atmospheric and weather conditions in a series of 30+ hour profiling flights that will span the tropical pacific to the North Polar Region. Theia's lens is mounted on a modified StarDot 5 megapixel SC NetCam camera and installed on a Global Hawk drone. According to NASA sources, the SY125M lens, which h...

Reliable Security, Sound & Data designed and installed the system in compliance with the gaming authorityThe new Sheraton Puerto Rico Hotel & Casino has deployed an integrated surveillance system from IndigoVision, the leading supplier of end-to-end IP video security solutions. IndigoVision's Certified Partner, Reliable Security, Sound & Data in partnership with gaming industry consultants The Talisman Group, designed and installed the system in full compliance with the local gaming...