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Cattewater Harbour in Plymouth is harnessing the power and performance of 360 Vision Technology’s Invictus cameras, to protect and secure operations across the challenging and changing conditions at the harbour’s extensive shoreline. The UK manufacturer of ruggedised HD, radar and thermal PTZ imaging cameras, was selected to provide their industry-pioneering camera technology after a comprehensive on-site evaluation. Civilian pleasure traffic Plymouth is the largest city on the southwest Peninsula and the port is also home to the largest naval base Located on the south coast of Devon, Plymouth is the largest city on the southwest Peninsula and the port is also home to the largest naval base in Western Europe.  As well as civilian pleasure traffic from paddleboards to yachts, the Port of Plymouth handles a variety of cargo vessels through its commercial terminals at Cattedown Wharves, Victoria Wharf and Corporation Wharf. Freight includes liquid and dry bulk, as well as specialist project consignments for construction and heavy industry. Safe operation The Cattewater Harbour Commissioners are responsible for the smooth and safe running of the port. They are required to maintain and order safe navigation for all manner of craft, maintain and survey dredging channels, maintain navigation marks and lights, provide pilotage services and traffic regulation within the Cattewater Harbour and remainder of the civil port. At the port, nationally agreed standards for the safety of marine operations are required to be applied with a commitment to both local and international security measures, with the port’s own pilots boarding and guiding vessels with a 24/7 essential safety service - ensuring that all vessels over 50m complete their passage safely. Ensure the safety of navigation The harbour covers an wide coastline, with limits to the east of a line joining Mountbatten Breakwater The harbour covers an expansive coastline, with limits to the east of a line joining Mountbatten Breakwater to Fishers Nose, bounded by Sutton Lock Gates to the North, and Laira Bridge to the East. The Harbour Master’s role is to ensure the safety of navigation for all harbour users - whether military warships, cross-channel ferries, UAVs, underwater research vessels, small fishing boats, fuel tankers, large cargo ships, jet skis, or paddle boarders - and to take preventative measures to avoid incidents. “We are responsible for the safety of vessels, people and operations,” says Capt. Richard Allan, CEO & Harbour Master, PFSO (Port Facility Security Officer), Cattewater Harbour Commissioners. “We need to know what’s happening in the port at all times”. Effective surveillance coverage To achieve this, a camera system covering the port was deemed invaluable, with requirements for total coverage of the water and shoreline, combined with economy, performance and longevity of the camera equipment in the harsh seaport environment. The camera system covering the port was deemed invaluable, with a need for total coverage of the water To bring the project to fruition, Outersight (UK), a 'hands-on' consultancy dedicated to delivering innovative technical solutions were brought on board. Working with the Cattewater Harbour Commissioners and 360 Vision on previous projects for over ten years, and with experience working with universities, government departments, broadcasters, nature conservation bodies, natural heritage visitor centres, as well as port authorities-Cattewater Harbour Commissioners knew that Outersight (UK) were the people with the experience required for the project. Surveillance camera experience and technological expertise “We have worked with 360 Vision on many projects and have relied on the manufacturer’s surveillance camera experience and technological expertise before,” says Peter Barlow, Managing Director of Outersight (UK). “It was no different with this project. Right from the start, the team at 360 Vision helped us to demonstrate the advantages of using a network of their Invictus cameras at the port - primarily with an on-site demonstration to the port management team - so they could get real ‘eyes-on’ experience of the Invictus camera within the environment in which it would be used.” 360 Vision Invictus cameras Outersight team installed a network of 360 Vision Invictus cameras around the port to cover the water The Outersight (UK) team installed a network of 360 Vision Invictus cameras around the port to cover the water and shoreline, including cameras high on the marker light poles that signal the entrance to the port. “The camera locations were selected based on the most economical way to cover the area required,” continues Peter. “The flexibility of mounting options and visual performance of the Invictus cameras really paid dividends, allowing us to provide the port with the coverage they required, allied to the most economical cost." Brilliant zoom function of the Invictus cameras Peter added: “The fact that we have access to the navigation light towers which by default have a great view of the water, allied with the brilliant zoom function of the Invictus cameras means we do not need many cameras to cover a really large area." "By specifying really great cameras and optimising each camera position, we have managed to cover an extensive area with only a small amount of equipment - giving us great return on investment and the lowest possible running costs.” Access to the cameras to oversee operations The 360 Vision cameras cover the entire harbour area, including Cattewater Berths, Barbican Landing Stage, marina areas, slipways and the vast shoreline. They are located on navigation lights dotted around the estuary and on top of the harbour master’s building, with all having good open aspects to the water for maximum surveillance coverage. 360 Vision Invictus cameras feature 32x zoom and a 5-year guaranteed marine-grade paint Additionally, The Cattewater Harbour Master provides the Kings Harbour Master with access to the cameras to oversee operations in the MoD dockyard and Plymouth Sound. 360 Vision Invictus cameras feature 32x zoom and a 5-year guaranteed marine-grade paint – an essential attribute for use within the harbour’s corrosive saline environment. Additionally, several Invictus cameras with PoE option were used – greatly simplifying installation at the more remote reaches of the system. Image quality of the Invictus camera “The 32x zoom capability and stable image quality of the Invictus camera provides wide area coverage and excellent zoomed-in image results,” explains Peter. “This is especially advantageous to identify small vessels at distance – an essential requirement at the port.” “The Invictus camera has everything we need and at a very competitive price,” adds Richard. “It’s especially reliable in the harsh coastal environment, where we deal with a combination of sea salt, saline air and hot summer sun.” Network of Invictus cameras Surveillance system is recorded 24/7 and video footage can be accessed by the Harbour Master in the control room With essential marine environment features, such as viewing window wiper and low light capability, the network of Invictus cameras is capable of alerting the harbour management team to any operational, security or safety situation, allowing them to take action and suppress the situation before it escalates. The surveillance system is recorded 24/7 and video footage can be accessed by the Harbour Master in the control room and by mobile login by authorised duty personnel on site, via seamless integration with the Blue Iris VMS. Optical clarity and zoom capability Optical clarity and zoom capability of the camera network ensures instant visual confirmation, no matter what size of vessel or incident, with members of the harbour management team afforded remote access to the camera network via their phones for instant confirmation of incidents while on the ground or out on the water. The low power operation of the Invictus cameras also means lower running costs for the port, as certified by the camera’s Elexon charge code compliance for Unmetered Supply (UMS) outdoor powered devices, where electricity consumption is billed at just 30W per camera deployed 360 Vision’s Invictus cameras Organisations operating CCTV systems can achieve power consumption savings of an incredible 70% Organisations operating CCTV systems can achieve power consumption savings of an incredible 70%. This is a significantly lower power draw versus peer PTZ cameras with generic Charge Codes which are typically billed at 100W, and helps to lower daily running costs at the port. Using 360 Vision’s Invictus cameras as its backbone, Cattewater Harbour Commissioners now have an electronic surveillance system that is reliable, future-proof, rugged, economical and delivers the high performance required to meet the demanding daily operations of the busy seaport. Inception of the new CCTV system “Making things safe and secure for everyone using the port is greatly aided by the surveillance camera system,” says Richard. “The port keeps watch on a wide variety of vessels, including those carrying oil, gas, cattle feed and aggregate, to military warships, cross-channel ferries and underwater research vessels." "We also see paddle boarders and jet ski enthusiasts out on the waters too. Evidential footage from the system provides us with the power to convict irresponsible users, such as jet ski riders speeding, or illegal bass fishing brought in on small boats at night." “Since the inception of the new CCTV system, we have been able to solve a vast variety of incidents from the control room - keeping the public safe, ensuring shipping adheres to the rules of the port and preventing crime.”

360 Vision Technology has launched a revolutionary ‘Digital Twin’ online 3D virtual environment that is set to transform how customers, consultants and partners engage with the brand’s products. Designed as an interactive online showroom, the cutting-edge 3D environment allows visitors to walk through a virtual display of 360 Vision’s product range – using a standard browser on any desktop computer, tablet or mobile phone. Interactive digital showroom Customers can explore the interactive digital showroom displaying a variety of 360 Vision camera models Using the virtual walk-through, customers can explore the interactive digital showroom displaying a variety of 360 Vision camera models within market sector-specific surveillance solutions – to experience the manufacturer’s camera range in a graphically rich visual format, in real-time, anywhere. The vertical market sectors featured within the interactive showroom include Utilities/CNI, with Predator Radar for wide-area detection, Public Space Surveillance, featuring Invictus PTZ with powerful IR/white light illumination, Highways Monitoring, including Predator RCE for roadside infrastructure, and Coastal/Harsh Environments - highlighting Predator Stainless Steel and the camera’s corrosion-resistant performance. Embedded information Each virtual showroom camera features ‘hot spots’ linking to embedded information, such as product datasheets, explanation videos, application imagery, technical brochures and more. This interactive functionality allows users to quickly and easily research and evaluate any 360 Vision camera solution and its suitability for an application. New Digital Twin platform “The new Digital Twin platform is a key part of our ongoing commitment to innovation – not only in our products, but in how we support and engage with our customers,” says Mark Rees, Managing Director at 360 Vision Technology. “We are dedicated to embracing education and building stronger connections with our customer base, and the new virtual showroom underlines this ethos, providing an online hub of information and contact for our customers, 24/7." "The new Digital Twin reflects our status as a forward-thinking British manufacturer, offering ruggedised, high-performance PTZ camera surveillance solutions alongside deep sector expertise, technical excellence and support.” 360 Vision team in virtual demonstrations Utilising the Digital Twin as an engaging sales and marketing tool, it will also be used by the 360 Vision team Utilising the Digital Twin as an engaging sales and marketing tool, it will also be used by the 360 Vision team in virtual demonstrations, training and customer walkthroughs. Visitors can access the new Digital Twin directly via the 360 Vision website with no logins, download or registration barriers - providing a smooth and instantly accessible knowledge centre. Industry-recognised SOS platform Developed in collaboration with Security on Screen (SOS), the Digital Twin will also be showcased on the industry-recognised SOS platform, ensuring maximum accessibility across the global security industry and technology audience. Peter Mawson, a recognised and respected figure across the security industry media, has enabled invaluable visibility and reach through the SOS digital media presence, maximising the Digital Twin’s availability to customers.

Through their strategic partnership, 360 Vision Technology and Northwood Technology are setting new standards of excellence in high-security surveillance across Ireland.  Sharing the same commitment to quality in visual surveillance, the partnership offers end-to-end camera solutions engineered to deliver advanced situational awareness across a broad range of specialist applications in demanding environments. With a reputation as being Ireland’s most progressive distributor, Northwood Technology has carved itself out a niche in the security market, supplying products, technical training, and specification of CCTV, access control, intercom, intruder, and fire alarm systems. Security landscape The company has become a symbol of trust and reliability in the rapidly changing security landscape. Celebrating 20 years in the industry, Northwood’s legacy has not just been built on experience but on constant reinvention. Serving security engineers, consultants, and electrical contractors, the company has become a symbol of trust and reliability in the rapidly changing security landscape. “We offer far more than just the supply of security products,” says Colm Hayden, Technical Director at Northwood Technology. “From our offices in Dublin and Cork, we not only distribute products, but we also provide design and can assist with tender bids to specify highly effective systems. At Northwood Technology, we believe that ‘seeing is believing’ and we offer customers the opportunity to see selected products in action.” “So, as well as having a fully stocked warehouse, in addition, we’ve invested into a fully fitted ‘live’ demonstration & training suite, so that customers can evaluate product performance - either at our own demonstration facility, or on-site.” New technology “I’m a fan of new technology and excellence in product performance, and 360 fits with that ethos. In our bid to bring the very best in seamless security solutions to the Irish private and public sectors, I see a massive opportunity for the range of 360 Vision camera products,” continued Colm Hayden. “360 Vision’s Predator and Invictus all-in-one PTZ cameras are high-quality products, ideal for high-end, CNI-type high security applications, where their ultra-low light imaging and availability of  integrated white light and IR LED illumination makes them the ideal choice for specifiers.” “The 360 Vision Predator Radar camera is unique in the industry, an all-in-one solution offering advanced, cost-effective early detection of intruders. And with its flexible specification, a thermal camera and various lighting options can be integrated alongside the optical PTZ camera, which offers a powerful 40x zoom.” Cyber secure “Robust and rugged, 360 Vision cameras are also cyber secure. From our hands-on experience, 360 Vision Technology’s cameras consistently deliver the dependable performance we need.” “Recently, we’ve seen an uptake for Solar Farm security applications, where the use of 360 Vision’s highly effective Predator Radar camera provides accurate early detection and warning of intruders, and backs the radar detections with high-quality visual verification,” explained Colm Hayden. “And the compelling argument is that the Predator Radar camera does all of this at a fraction of the cost of using multiple optical cameras - and especially when considering the reduced spend required for cabling, civils, digging trenches, and the associated labor time!” Invictus PTZ camera Impressed by the quality and performance of 360 Vision cameras, Northwood Technology have deployed the company’s Invictus PTZ camera to protect their own Head Office building. “We’re delighted to be partnering with Northwood Technology to support the delivery of advanced, high-performance security surveillance imaging solutions across Ireland,” says Adrian Kirk, 360 Vision Technology’s Business Development Director. “Northwood’s expertise as a provider of security and life safety technology solutions is an ideal fit for us. Beyond offering products, they share our passion and commitment to bringing modern solutions to the market, offering the convenience of a trade shop, backed with education, consultation, and the technology itself.”