Surveillance & Security News for February 2011

Community safety has always been a priority for the London Borough of Bexley (LBB) and they are now the first local authority in the UK to adopt a new outsourced model that will help to further reduce crime and secure the safety of people and places within the borough. The security solutions team at Siemens was chosen to design, build, staff, manage and operate a comprehensive outsourced CCTV service for Bexley for the next 10 years. This new model has been put in place to reduce the long term...

The origins of A.F. Blakemore & Son Ltd date back to 1917, when Arthur Blakemore opened a 350sq ft counter service store in Wolverhampton. A.F. Blakemore has grown considerably over the past century and now employs around 5,500 people with a turnover in excess of £700 million per year. Following the acquisition of Tates Ltd in 1994, A.F. Blakemore also has a strong "own-stores" division encompassing more than 200 SPAR shops. The challenge A.F. Blakemore & Son's distribution cent...

Greater Gabbard Offshore Wind Farm is approximately 25 km off the coast of Suffolk. It has a capacity of 500 megawatts (MW) making it the world's largest offshore wind farm once it becomes operational and Siemens Energy is supplying the 140 3.6 MW wind turbines which connect the wind farm to the National Grid. Greater Gabbard will play a vital part in supplying green electricity to meet the EU target to obtain 20 per cent of energy from renewable sources by 2020.To assist in the safe operation o...

Mobotix AG, a leading manufacturer of digital high-resolution, network-based video security systems has released details of a successful project at Ta'Qali Producers Group, an association which represents the interest of farmers in Malta. The solution implemented by Mediterranean Protection Solutions provides 24 hour-a-day CCTV monitoring at 4 sites including 2 retail outlets, a grading station and circa 7,000 sq/f warehouse with an adjoining farmers market.Founded in 2007, Ta'Qali Producers Gro...

Athens International Airport was opened in 2001 to replace the now-closed Athens (Ellinikon) International Airport. It has become increasingly popular as a gateway to southeast and East Asia. In addition, it is the largest European gateway airport to the Middle East, due to its nearness to the region. Business objective The airport is designed to be upgraded over the ensuing years in order to meet the challenges of the increase in air travel. It is known for its continuous investment in pionee...

As one of the most impressive surviving buildings of the Roman Empire, the Colosseum is also one of the most visited archaeological sites in the world. While the vast majority of tourists, who flock to the site every year, are happy to simply experience one of the wonders of ancient Rome, a few either want to take a piece home with them or to leave their own mark on the monument. A high level of security is vital to ensure the preservation of the amphitheatre, and is therefore a key issue for th...

Mobotix AG, a leading manufacturer of complete high-resolution IP video systems have released details of an installation by SeSys Limited, a MOBOTIX Solution Partner, that is recording construction of a new treatment process at Davyhulme Wastewater Treatment Works. The project uses an innovative process to be constructed by Principal Contractor Black & Veatch that has generated a lot of interest and prompted the need to record the development of the project from the ground up.The United Util...

Top reasons why Socomec chose HID Global solutions Easy and cost-effective deployment of logical access control by leveraging the existing HID Prox cards from previously installed HID physical access control. Time-saving solution for Socomec's IT department to manage multiple accounts in shared PC workstations. To enable more convenient and secure online access to employees at Socomec's production site. Leverage HID technology and credentials by using multiple applications such as time an...

MOBOTIX AG, a leading manufacturer of digital high-resolution, network-based video security systems has released details of a project at St. Dominic‘s Sixth Form College which has substantially improved its CCTV security and reduced running costs. By switching to a digital, hi-resolution implemented and supported by ecl-ips Ltd., a MOBOTIX Advanced Partner, the college has dramatically improved reliability and reduced annual maintenance and support charges by around 20%.St. Dominic‘s...

HID Global, trusted worldwide leader in solutions for the delivery of secure identity, announced that the company's e-government RFID reader technology is being deployed in France, Germany, Italy, Netherlands and Spain to help create a more robust identity-checking infrastructure in Europe. The company will be deploying its technology through leading system integrators in two additional countries during the first half of calendar 2011. HID's reader modules offer one of the world's fastest solut...

Located in Melbourne, Australia, Coode Island is one of Victoria's major bulk liquid storage facilities. Supplying over 400,000 tons of hazardous and non-hazardous chemicals yearly, Terminals Pty. Ltd. (Terminals) is Australia's largest independent bulk liquid terminalling company, receiving liquid products by pipeline from ships, and storing them in the approximately 70 tanks throughout the premises. Terminals shares Coode Island with other bulk liquid storage facilities. The business challeng...

Overview Rail storage yards for a major US metropolitan transit system were being repeatedly broken into during nighttime hours and experiencing repeated vandalism of cars. The perpetrators were able to climb down from an adjacent bridge and gain access to the yard undetected. The existing video system was only able to display evidence of the break-ins after they occurred. The low-light environment also reduced the chances of identifying the vandals. There were sizable costs associated wit...

 SIA has announced course dates across the United States and Canada for its upcoming programmeThe Security Industry Association (SIA) has announced 11 course dates across the United States and Canada for its Certified Security Project Manager (CSPM) programme, the only project manager training programme that focusses on the unique demands of electronic security projects.SIA's four-day CSPM course stresses the hands-on aspects of designing and managing security projects and is aimed at...

 Genetec was selected as one of the Montreal's Top Employers of 2011 Genetec, a pioneer in the physical security industry and a provider of world-class IP security solutions, announced that it has been selected for the 6th time in a row as one of Montreal's Top Employers. This special designation pays tribute to select Montreal-area employers that lead their industries in offering exceptional places to work.Organisations that enter this competition are evaluated by the editors of Canada's T...

 Quantum Secure SAFE suite automates the compliance of key NERC standards CIP 004-3 through CIP 006-3Quantum Secure, the leading provider of enterprise software to manage and streamline security identities, compliance and events across disparate physical security systems, announced that one of the largest combination natural gas and electric utilities in the United States has selected the SAFE software suite for its physical identity, access and compliance management, including audit, attes...

 Lumidigm and Imprivata jointly as partners to deliver an integrated solution for healthcare clinicians Lumidigm and Imprivata announced a partnership to deliver an integrated solution for healthcare clinicians that require reliable and fast access to electronic medical record (EMR) applications when wearing surgical gloves. With Lumidigm's award-winning biometric sensors integrated into the Imprivata OneSign® enterprise single sign-on (ESSO) and authentication platform, healthcare prov...

 Basler's new IP cameras have been selected by Jerry's Nugget Casino to secure its gaming facilities Basler Vision Technologies announced that several of their new IP Camera models have been selected by Jerry's Nugget Casino to secure their gaming facilities in Las Vegas, Nevada.Jerry's Nugget is a well-established Las Vegas casino with various gaming options, live stage entertainment, and dining facilities. In the course of a security technology update, Jerry's Nugget is replacing 220 anal...

 SightLogix intelligent video systems offers cost savings and improved perimeter security to seaportOverviewOriginally, this major seaport had designed a perimeter security system calling for 80 megapixel cameras mounted 300 feet apart. However, several practical problems arose when the port security project went out for bid. First, much of the perimeter was in areas with little or no lighting, making the megapixel technology ineffective, while cutting down on each camera’s range, lea...

 The full HD camera technology offered by SANYO captures superb quality imagesSANYO believes that installers, system integrators, consultants and specifiers need to see for themselves the superb quality of the images which can be captured by Full HD cameras. SANYO's stand C70 in Hall 5 at IFSEC 2011 will therefore be dominated by demonstration areas of the remarkable technology that can deliver evidence grade video, as well as minimise installation costs by reducing the number of cameras re...

 ASIS 2011, the leading security event, will feature the latest security technology and innovationsASIS International, the largest organisation for security professionals worldwide, announces that Jeb Bush, former governor of Florida, and Vicente Fox, former president of Mexico, will be keynote speakers at the ASIS International 57th Annual Seminar and Exhibits (ASIS 2011), to be held Sept. 19-22 (Monday-Thursday) at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Fl.As the 43rd G...

 Avigilon HD Surveillance System operates 24/7 and is monitored by a small team of administrators and managersAvigilon, the performance and value leader in high definition (HD) and megapixel video surveillance systems, announced that CMC Markets Plc ("CMC Markets",) a London-based financial services company, has deployed the Avigilon HD Surveillance System to protect employees and visitors at its headquarters and secure critical customer information to ensure regulatory compliance...

 Gary Harmer, Security Sales Director, Mayflex In 2011, Mayflex is coming to IFSEC as a trusted IP advisor, with an aim to help both those new to IP obtain a greater understanding and also to support those already established IP players through their expertise and experience.In Hall 4, Stand C20, Mayflex will be helping anyone who is new to IP by offering basic introductory advice and answering any initial queries. They will also be showcasing their best in class products and design solutio...

  Arecont Vision is the first high volume megapixel security camera manufacturer to UL list its products Arecont Vision, the industry leader in IP-based megapixel camera technology, announced that a wide range of Arecont Vision megapixel camera models have achieved UL listing by Underwriters Laboratories, Inc. under the UL-60950-1 standard for Information Technology Equipment. Arecont Vision is the first high volume megapixel security camera manufacturer to UL list its...

 Prisons and Correctional Facilities Asia 2011 will focus on ways to enhance security and safety in prisonsBecause of a rising inmate population in Asia, with existing obsolete prison security infrastructure, and an increasing need for better design and planning of prison facilities for rehabilitation programmes, there is a growing concern to ensure the future growth and safety of our prisons and correctional facilities. Failure to address these needs would compromise the safety and effecti...

 Stratech has secured a contract for its next-generation Super BullsEye® II Advanced Weapons Scoring System Singapore Exchange Mainboard-listed Stratech Systems Limited ("Stratech" or "the Group") announced that it has secured a contract from the Ministry of Defence, Singapore (MINDEF) for its next-generation Super BullsEye® II Advanced Weapons Scoring System. Valued at S$1.46 million, this contract covers the supply, delivery, installation, testing and commissio...

 FutureSentry opened a new facility that will manufacture and assemble its flagship solutionFutureSentry, a developer of an automated detection solution designed to enhance perimeter security, has opened a new manufacturing facility in Elkton, Va., that will manufacture and assemble the company's flagship solution, the FutureSentry FirstResponder. FutureSentry currently occupies a total of 6,050 square feet of the state-of-the-art facility but has plans to expand its manufacturing to encomp...

 Optex Europe will exhibit its complete perimeter protection offerings from its REDWALL to Fiber SenSys rangesLeading detector business Optex Europe will be showcasing its complete perimeter protection offering from its REDWALL and Fiber SenSys ranges at the Counter Terror Expo at the Olympia in London on April 19th and 20th.Included on the stand will be the award winning REDSCAN laser detector which when mounted vertically, creates a 60-metre detection area that functions li...

  Honeywell provides HM Technologies Ltd with full member status in its Trained Specifier Certification (TSC) programme Honeywell announced that HM Technologies Ltd, a leading independent UK security consultancy, has achieved Full Member status of the Honeywell Trained Specifier Certification (TSC) programme.The Full Member certification recognises the substantial investment made by HM Technologies Ltd in training its staff on Honeywell security products to ensure opti...

 Next Level Security Systems, a developer of a new breed of unified, networked security solutionsNext Level Security Systems, a developer of a new breed of unified, networked security solutions, has announced that its full product line is now available to members of PSA Security Network, the world's largest electronic cooperative representing security system integrators.The PSA Security Network is an organisation that encompasses more than 200 electronic security systems integrators and ali...

 Visual Verification's security monitoring services cause a remarkable drop in crime January 2011 broke all previous records at Visual Verification for both Policed events and arrests. Since the Company's inception back in 1994, arrests rates have generally increased in line with expectations due to the increase in connections, but January saw a dramatic rise in Policed incidents - 48 to be precise.Operations Director Steve Nelson has been very impressed with recent performance: "...